Official Blog of the Fashion Merchandising and Design Society at Virginia Tech
Feathers have always been a statement in the fashion world. However, the trend has returned, and this time it is being incorporated into outfits in all sorts of ways, from the runway to casual streetwear. The days of lavish feather boas will remain an iconic period in fashion, but lately feathers are popping up in [...]
Thrifting is the new popular trend as it is affordable, environmentally conscious, and a fun way to spend your time. It is not creating more fast-fashion, nor is it a way to break the bank as each item is usually in the lower price range. Thrifting can be so much fun too as it can [...]
We are all lucky that it is now completely socially acceptable, and often-times stylish, to walk out of the house in sweatpants and a sweatshirt. There are many ways to dress up our comfiest outfits and be able to walk around all day, relaxing in the softest t-shirt of our choice. Many of these options [...]
Sports and fashion have always been interconnected with one another, with many stars rising to fame they simultaneously become fashion icons. No other spotlight, however, is greater than the arena walks in the NBA. In the past few seasons, the tunnel walk has become a nightly fashion show for players to show off their style [...]
Poodle skirts, legwarmers, mix-and-match prints, the list goes on and on with fashion trends from past decades. Each decade had their own unique style that people remember, reminisce, or even loathe. Looking back, it seems as though the decade did not show much individuality when it came to local trends, only repetition of old trends, [...]
The 80's had some questionable fashion choices from the bleached out perms to the obsession with puffy sleeved velour prom dresses, but it made broad shoulders an item to look out for in fashion. With movie stars usually having broad shoulders in 80's and 90's cult classics, the demand for them skyrocketed. It's easy to [...]
As we all grieve the loss of the creative mind and fashion god, Karl Lagerfeld, we have accepted that the brand has to move on and continue its top trendsetting designs. So after the passing of Karl, one of his partners, Virginie Viard, that worked alongside him and learned from his expertise for nearly 30 [...]
As another decade comes to a close, another decade begins. A decade of change, insecurity, and a feeling of unknown. In a world of instability surrounding us, we can only wonder what the next ten years will bring. Classic Blue. A color of trust, faith, peace, and stability. Pantone describes the color of the year [...]
We have all heard this term; the words “fast fashion” can hold several meanings for people who are unsure about what it is, how it is impacting our society, and the pros and cons associated with it. This is a contemporary term which is used to describe the inexpensive designs that fashion retailers move from [...]
Matching is out, but coordination is in. This article goes out to all the couples that share a love for fashion! In my opinion, it often comes off as tacky or a little too corny when couples match each other from head to toe. There is a much better way to complement your significant other, [...]
