Author: londonrunway
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Issue 53: The Together Issue
Buy your print copy here! The Together Issue. Featuring Mariia Pashuk, OnePlus Nord, Korn Taylor, N-ue Jewellery, Studio Pia, Dior, Shrimps, Push Button; textile traditions from around the world, how global warming has affected fashion, the winners of the Face of London Runway 2020, K-pop stars and fashion, the digital fashion revolution, #tagyourmodels campaign; and…
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LFW REACTION: A VIRTUAL VOLLEY OF FIRSTS
Rhiannon D’Averc reflects on the first ever virtual mixed-gender London Fashion Week – the highlights, lowlights, and what we learned. We knew it wasn’t going to be business as usual. We knew, in fact, it wasn’t going to be anything like what we’d seen in the past. The official London Fashion Week website, maintained by…
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PROFIT OR PASSION: HOW SHOULD YOU CHOOSE YOUR DEGREE?
In the recent event of a nongraduation and a collapsing economy, Aaliah Tailor delves into the questionable possibilities of what the purpose and development of a degree can attain for you. Society raised you. You are obliged to believe that university is a space that is paved for your future – your career. You are…
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Issue 52: The Sunshine Issue
Buy your print copy here! The Sunshine Issue. Featuring Pure London, Hope & Glory, Face of London Runway 2020 Finalists, seven gorgeous editorials; is recycled plastic clothing good for the environment?; interviews with Manimekala and Zebedee Management; what your clothes say about you; Instagram for travel inspo; and more!
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LONDON RUNWAY VIRTUAL FESTIVAL
If you missed our Virtual Festival (held 13-19th July 2020), then never fear: you can still feast your eyes on our live talks and performances. Follow the links below to enjoy all of our shows from the week! MONDAY – Back issues review TUESDAY – How models can get into magazines with Maxine Griffiths WEDNESDAY…
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HATS AT BRITISH WEDDINGS: FADING AWAY OR HERE TO STAY?
In this article Cheyanne Greig-Andrews explores how hats have become a staple in British wedding guest attire, but will this tradition stand the test of time? Hold on to your hats, we are about to soar into the world of British wedding guest attire. 70 years ago, my Grandmother left her London home to start…
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WHY YOU SHOULD HAVE A WES ANDERSON-THEMED WEDDING THIS SEASON
April (bridal) showers bring May flowers and wedding planning! Sandy Aziz helps us celebrate visionary director Wes Anderson’s 51st birthday this May by giving you Andersonian wedding inspiration. Once upon a time, you were transported to a fairy-tale wedding – traditional yet unconventional, authentic yet whimsical, and intimate yet undivided. Welcome to a Wes Anderson-themed…
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TWIN PEAKS TURNS 30: ‘THAT FASHION YOU LIKE HAS FINALLY COME BACK IN STYLE’
On the 30th anniversary of Twin Peak’s release, Maria Henry explores how the show’s costume design added to its cultural legacy. What is Twin Peaks? Twin Peaks is a show that is hard to define. Part mystery, part horror, part surrealist artwork, the show brought something fresh and unique to TV when it was first…
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MULLET MANIA: HOW THE MULLET HAS MADE ITS WAY BACK INTO FASHION
In this article, Emmie Cosgrove explores the history of mullets and how the hairstyle is now being embraced again, despite ongoing criticism. Illustrations by Ben Springham This year has seen its fair share of past trends making their way back into mainstream fashion. VSCO girls bought back the 80s scrunchies (though as a wrist accessory,…
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Interview: L Saha
Susana Ramos talked to Laboni, the designer behind L Saha, after her onschedule London Fashion Week Show. Photography by Rabi Sultan. L Saha is a London-based luxury womenswear brand that was launched in 2014. The brand’s principles are to create timeless outfits with a pro-planet and pro-people approach. We had a chance to talk about…
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THE MOST INFLUENTIAL DESIGNERS IN FASHION TODAY
This month, Cicilia Brognoli looks into a selection of the most influential designers of our contemporary time. These legendary names in the fashion industry have created their fame by working for famous fashion houses or creating their own luxury brand. In both cases, they made their way into this lively and competitive industry, becoming true…
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The Evolution of Bridal Fashion
This issue, Grace Pickford explores developments in bridal fashion from the 1800s to modern day. Bridal fashion has transformed through the ages, expressing the style and attitudes of the time: from the flapperstyle dresses of the ‘20s to the billowing ball-gowns of the ‘80s, let us walk down the aisle and explore the fashion of…
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Issue 51 Launch
Buy your print copy here The Graduate Issue. Featuring Malan Breton Virtual, Xander Zhou, Pure London, House of iKons, virtual London Fashion Week reaction, stunning editorials, how to choose your degree, London Hat Exhibition, the return of prints for summer, Black Lives Matter, letter to graduates, summer book club, queer fashion history, and more!
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TREND REPORT: THE REVIVAL OF JUICY COUTURE AND EARLY 2000S FASHION
This issue, Maria Henry explores the comeback of the iconic 2000s fashion brand Juicy Couture and the revival of early 2000s trends. If you’re into social media platforms such as Instagram and TikTok, it’s likely that you will have seen a new (or should I say, ‘old’) trend emerging. This trend consists of low-rise jeans,…
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WHAT DOES THE FUTURE HOLD?
The question on everybody’s lips… Kayleigh-Paige Rees, an actress, model, and producer, looks at what the future holds for the high street, fast fashion, and independent stores. In this unprecedented time, we are all trying to navigate how to handle our new daily routine and how to stay safe and indoors to protect our family…
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JIRI KALFAR ON SUSTAINABLE FUTURES
We caught a quick word with designer Jiri Kalfar, a follow-up to our LFW interview (Issue 47). Here’s his thoughts on a few key ideas coming out this new season. On the BFC’s decision to combine menswear and womenswear for the next year of fashion weeks, and to go digital: “I think it is great!…
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THE HIGHEST PAID TOP MODELS OF ALL TIME
This month, Cicilia Brognoli looks into the ranking of the highest paid top models. Being a model seems just a matter of good-looking presence, healthy celery shakes, and regular exercise. However, being one of the highestpaid supermodels of all time goes well beyond that. Awakenings at dawn, long journeys, and the constant gaze of thousands…
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OUR FAVOURITE INSTAGRAM ACCOUNTS FOR MUSLIM FASHIONISTAS
This week, Madeeha Najeeb explores the world of fashion, beyond religion. The hijabi blogosphere has been exploding recently, and for all the right reasons I must add. A few years ago, there was much less representation of Muslim women in the beauty and fashion world. Now, these women are not only challenging the hijabi stereotype,…
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INTERVIEW AYA OSMAN
This month, Rhiannon D’Averc grabbed some email time with model and neuroscientist Aya Osman for our first lockdown interview! First, please introduce yourself to our readers. Hey Guys! My name is Aya Osman and I am a behavioral neuroscientist and a part time fashion model! I was born and bred in London UK and now…
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THE HISTORY OF THE PONYTAIL
In this article Emmie Cosgrove explores the history of the beloved hair trend that always has our back on bad hair days, the ponytail. Those of us out there with long hair know how infuriating having it in your face can be. The ponytail has always been a quick and easy solution of keeping hair…