Category: Articles
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WEST COAST WANDERINGS
A few years before the pandemic, I spent three weeks on the west coast of the USA. After a week in Washington for work, we headed on, visiting 5 cities and the Grand Canyon in just under two weeks. It was heavy going. We drove over 2200 miles, through deep snow and into bright sunshine.…
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Issue 74 – The Flower Issue
Buy your print copy here! Featuring: Asiana Bridal; Trapperholic; Lifestyle 2022; Demobaza; Eva Miarka; Bridal Fashion Week; exploration of the Met Gala theme; nepotism babies; Erin Brockovich; parenting without gender bias; avant apocalypse style and what it means; Coachella fashion; floral editorials; and more!
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5 SPRING STYLES WE LOVE… AND 5 WE NEVER WANT TO SEE AGAIN
This week, Ruth chooses the top spring styles we want to see again and the ones we definitely don‘t. As I sit down to write this article, it is a beautiful spring morning. The sky is a watercolour painting of pale blue, and the sun is warming everything gold. I look out of my window…
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THE LIFE AND LEGACY OF PATRICK DEMARCHELIER
On the 31st of March, coveted fashion photographer Patrick Demarchelier passed away at the age of 78. Renowned for his photography featuring the likes of Princess Diana, RuPaul, and Kate Moss, Demarchelier could always be relied upon to produce an iconic magazine cover. Born near Paris in 1943, Demarchelier received an Eastman Kodak for his…
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WOMEN WEIGHTLIFTING IN LATER LIFE
Mandy takes you on her journey of rediscovering her passions later in life. It wasn’t until I started stringing some words together on the subject of weightlifting in later life that I realised how complex my reasons are for such an activity; it’s been quite a journey! In my thirties, a full-time Mum to twins…
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‘PARIS THROUGH A TUNNEL’ EXHIBITION
Two notable artists offered the backdrop for the unofficial Louis Vuitton afterparty, in the heart of Le Marais: Mister Fifou and Ciesay. This creative duo, publishing under the collective pseudonym FACES+PLACES, share a mission “to immortalise the contemporary hip hop scene without relying on old-school hip hop nostalgia”. The late Virgil Abloh was working on…
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HOW TO STYLE YOUR OWN HAIR FOR A PHOTOSHOOT
In the post-lockdown world, many teams are still opting to reduce the number of people on set as much as possible. Rhiannon D’Averc shares how models can style their own hair in emergencies! When you’re heading for a photoshoot without a hair stylist booked in, what can you do? It’s important to figure out how…
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HOW TO RE-ESTABLISH YOURSELF AFTER A BIG CHANGE
This week, Ruth Croft explores how to bounce back from the changes in adulthood that we all experience. There is nothing quite so daunting as lying in bed, staring up at the ceiling, and realising that you have no idea what you’re doing with your life. It is a feeling that is especially lonely. You…
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RETROSPECTIVE ON THE LIVES OF BIG DESIGNERS: THIERRY MUGLER
This week, Ruth Croft looks into the inspiring life of one of the greatest fashion designers ever to have lived. On the night of January 23rd, 2022, the fashion world fell silent in a lament to one of their most magical stars for at his residence in Vincennes, Paris, the magnificent Thierry Mugler had passed…
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Logo Design Challenge 2022: Enter Now!
After the success of last year’s logo competition, we’re on the hunt again for a creative mind to give us a fresh look! Whether you are a graphic designer, a student (over 18), an established artist, or just a creative amateur, we would like to see you designing a new logo for our magazine. The…
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NEW IMMERSIVE ‘COACH PILLOW’ EXPERIENCE IN LONDON
Inspired by their popular ‘Coach Pillow’ bag, Coach have installed an inflatable pillow-like installation in London’s Soho Square. The installation is part of a collaboration with French artist Cyril Lancelin and was created to celebrate London’s reopening. The balloon structure itself is a soft pink and has been designed in Lancelin’s classic geometric style, resembling…
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STELLA MCCARTNEY LAUNCHES DISNEY FANTASIA COLLECTION
Designer Stella McCartney is reviving the 1941 Disney classic, Fantasia, with a collection of bags, jumpers, and more inspired by the film. The unisex capsule collection ‘blends fashion and fantasy’ featuring new Disney Fantasia prints, original graphics and vibrant psychedelia. Combining ageless visuals and shared values of celebrating nature, music and experimental creativity, the collection…
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Fast-fashion brand Shein valued at $100 billion
The China-based fast-fashion retailer Shein has been valued at over $100 billion, according to WSJ. This makes the brand one of the most valuable private companies in the world and it is now worth more than both H&M and Zara combined. Founded in 2008, the solely online retailer has become increasingly popular, famous for offering…
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ICONS ONLY: SKIMS NEW CAMPAIGN SEES SUPERMODELS REUNITE
Yesterday SKIMS launched their first ever joint campaign featuring supermodels Tyra Banks, Heidi Klum, Alessandra Ambrosio and Candice Swanepoel. Wearing the SKIMS signature Fits Everybody collection, the supermodels posed together and separately, with SKIMS CEO Kim Kardashian even jumping in a few shots. The Fits Everybody collection features a range of underwear made to “mold…
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GRAMMYS FASHION RECAP
Last night the biggest names in music took to the red carpet for the 64th Grammy Awards at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas. Here are some of the best looks from the night: Olivia Rodrigo In Olivia Rodrigo’s first appearance at the awards, she took home awards for best new artist, best…
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London Runway Issue 72 – The Rebirth Issue
Buy your print copy here The Rebirth Issue. Featuring: Aadnevik; Oh Polly; IA London; HipCurve; Roker; Robyn Lynch; COP26 Gala; Vin+Omi; Marvin Nonis; Jaded Life Collective; House of iKons; Chabs UK; Labrum London; Aynie and La Rando; Sofia Turekova; the launch of the 2022 London Runway Logo Competition; new businesses IBEAM Fashion and Moon Thea;…
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LONDON FASHION WEEK A/W22 DIGITAL RECAP
FRIDAY FEB 18 DiscoveryLAB presents: CHRISTOPH RITTER STUDIO “An exploration of futurism, intercultural allyship and virtual self-idealisation”, Christoph Ritter’s digital presentation showcased his AW22 collection ‘THE LADDER’. Flashing lights and techno music aplenty, it was presented in an edgy short film set in an underground nightclub that cleverly displayed the collection on the dancers. DiscoveryLAB…
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FASHION NEVER SLEEPS
The era of secret and inaccessible fashion shows is now over, well, at least not digitally. Lately, the technological evolution of fashion has galloped wildly. We are now moving towards fully digital clothing and red carpets populated by gaming-style avatars. Do we all agree that Fashion Week is one of the most loved and awaited…
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NEW BUSINESS: THE PURPLE COLLECTION
Name of company: The Purple Collection Type of business: Clothing brand Location: United Kingdom How long has the company been running? 7 months Where did the idea come from? Loving the colour purple and wanting to start a new venture. What are your company values? Individuality, self-love, charisma, and sophistication. Currently, how many people work for the business?…
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HOW TO FEEL BETTER ABOUT YOURSELF IN 2022
Ruth explores how you can feel better about yourself this year, both mentally and physically, without the cliché of unattainable resolutions. Every January feels the same. The sparkling jewels that light our streets are being untethered from buildings, the nights are colder and darker than ever before, and the Christmas magic is over for another…