Category: Articles
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Burberry Use Their Employees in S/S 2021 Pre-collection Campaign
Maria Henry explores Burberry’s Spring/summer 2021 pre-collection campaign and how it represents the past and future of the brand. In a new campaign, major fashion house Burberry chose to use its retail employees as models. The workers were shot outside their English homes, wearing an outfit from the collection that reflects their involvement with the…
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Ralph Lauren Announces “One Year Out” Olympics Collection
Maria Henry explores Ralph Lauren’s announcement that they will be releasing a special collection in support of the 2021 Olympic games. As we are all aware of at this point, COVID-19 has put life on hold. The 2020 Tokyo Olympics, which were set to start in on July 23rd, have been no exception and have…
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You Are Not Alone: Billionaire Boys Club discusses mental wellness
Earlier this week, luxury streetware fashion brand Billionaire Boys Club announced that they would be holding a ‘Creative Quarantine’ special event in collaboration with the shopping app NTWRK and community-based media platform TheFutureParty. The event is to be hosted on July 23rd and will be an online discussion about mental wellness within communities of colour.…
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Dior’s first all-black fashion show: “A Portrait of an Artist”
Maria Henry looks into the origins and impact of Dior’s collaboration with artist Amoako Boafo. As physical fashion shows are still unable to take place, we’ve seen fashion houses taking steps to approach digital showcases in new ways. Dior is no exception of this and chose to present their newest summer 2021 menswear collection, a…
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The Fashionable Legacy of ‘Clueless’: 25 Years Later
On its 25th birthday, Maria Henry explores the ‘fashionable legacy’ of Clueless. Clueless is a film that everybody seems to know. Its popularity has only grown stronger over the 25 years since its release in the US on the 19th July 1995, with more teens turning to its colourful array of 90s outfits for fashion…
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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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LFW – SEPTEMBER 2020 NEWS
In this article, Cicilia Brognoli covers the announcement just made by the British Fashion Council (BFC) regarding the Fashion Week of September 2020. The next edition of London Fashion Week (LFW) will partially go back to physical fashion shows, always accompanied by digital events. Brands are not obliged to have a traditional fashion show –…
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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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STELLAFEST by Stella McCartney
Cicilia Brognoli explores the digital festival organised by Stella McCartney, Stellafest, which happened between the 9th and the 12th July. Despite 2020 events being cancelled, there are many festivals and online events that can fill the house with fun and joy, introducing a new form of emotional sharing, the digital one. The festival staged by…
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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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Primark Rejects £30M in Job Retention Bonus
In this article, Cheyanne Greig-Andrews discusses Primark’s decision to reject the government’s proposed retention bonus scheme. The affordable fashion retailer Primark has been one of the first to announce that it will not be accepting the UK government’s proposed bonus scheme. This is a daring statement as the company prepares to reintroduce all 30,000 of…
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Old Meets New: Birkenstock Reveals 4 New Designs by Central Saint Martins Students
In this article, Cheyanne Greig-Andrews discusses the 4 new designs created by Central Saint Martins students in collaboration with the iconic footwear brand, Birkenstock. Birkenstock is a timeless brand that has successfully cemented itself as a staple in footwear fashion. However, these classic cork soles will be taking on a contemporary new look thanks to…
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John Lewis Announces Permanent Store Closures
Cheyanne Greig-Andrews covers the recent announcement by John Lewis co. regarding their confirmed closure of 8 John Lewis locations. The high-end department store John Lewis & Partners is among the many businesses having to make difficult decisions to sustain their future. After having deserted shop floors for months on end due to the lockdown restrictions,…
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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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Chanel’s Autumn-Winter Digital Launch is an Ode to Karl
Cheyanne Greig-Andrews explores the unveiling of the Chanel Autumn-Winter 2020/21 collection, something the great Lagerfeld would be proud of. Bold, haunting, edgy, sophisticated. Chanel has unveiled its Autumn-Winter 2020/21 haute couture collection. This season’s looks are unsurprisingly masterful in thought and design, emanating an essence from a bygone era yet unquestionably modern. Virginie Viard became…
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The V&A’s Virtual Collections Fulfilling All Your Art and Culture Needs
In this article, Cheyanne Greig-Andrews explores the many impressive collections currently on display with The Victoria and Albert Museum not on foot, but through a screen. Sadly, the many incredible museums and galleries of London have had to temporarily close their doors to visitors. However, that hasn’t stopped these steadfast institutions from continuing to create…
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#BoycottBoohoo: A Spotlight on Fast Fashion
In this article, Cheyanne Greig-Andrews explores the recent outcry over allegations against Boohoo and the public’s growing distaste of fast fashion. More and more frequently the public has been shining a spotlight on the garment industry’s questionable manufacturing practices. From wasteful surplus stock and poor environmental policies to unjust labour conditions and low wages, the…
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Shopping in London: The New Normal
Cheyanne Greig-Andrews discusses what to expect on your next excursion for fashion finds as London reopens its doors. From pubs to shops to salons, Londoners are enjoying the city’s slow return to normality. June 15th saw government restrictions lift, allowing non-essential shopping destinations to reopen. This early date saw big-name shopping destinations such as Selfridges…
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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…
