Category: Articles
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THE THREE SINGERS MAKING FASHION A VEHICLE FOR EMPOWERMENT
Manuela Rio Tinto explores how Beyoncé, Rihanna, and Lauryn Hill are using collaborations with fashion brands to push feminism, equality, and empowerment. Far from being something new, collaborations between fashion and music have always been quite popular. Past years have seen countless big names merging together their talents, coming up with some of the most…
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BEAUTY SERIES 001: COCKTAILS AND CONVERSATION
Rhiannon D’Averc attended the inaugural event for Beauty Series, a new networking experience for beauty fans. With hosts Wunmi Bello and Chioma Neke, we talked about huge topics in the beauty realm and beyond, pulling no punches. This feature touches on the main points of conversation and the conclusions we came to through group discussion.…
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DOCUMENTING FASHION: ILLUSTRATION AND ITS PURPOSE
Olivia Church explores the future of fashion illustration in a digital world. British Vogue’s editor-in-chief and stylist Edward Enninful recently collaborated with one of the most successful singers and songwriters of our age. For his first September issue, Rihanna graced the cover, draped in dramatic floral headpieces and swathes of luxurious fabric – not to…
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IS IT WORTH IT?
Ellie Dyson asked artists whether their degree was worth it. Here’s what they had to say… PATRICK COLHOUN – CERAMICIST – @PATRICKCOLHOUN Can you tell me about your work? My work is contemporary ceramic sculpture which I sell mostly into the contemporary art market. My work is mostly ceramic, however I combine it with other,…
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Issue 29 Launch
Issue 29 is here! BUY THE GLOSSY PRINT COPY Featuring interviews with Adam Frost and Serena Marija; Stylist Live, House of iKons, Lone Design Club, and National Asian Wedding Show coverage; behind the scenes at our open studio; graduate fashion and menswear; Olly Murs’ collaboration with River Island; your style horoscopes; what to wear for…
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FASHION DESIGN: THE DEGREE THAT BREAKS THE BANK
Naomi Purvis questions whether design degrees are making fashion an exclusive career. With results day behind us many young people will be planning to start university in September, some of them with their hearts set on becoming a fashion designer. However, it may seem that hard work and determination isn’t all you need to succeed…
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CLOTHES SIZE CONFUSION
Are high-street clothing sizes representative of the average female? Joanna Cunningham investigates whether our high-street stores are supporting the everyday woman. Name: Joanna Cunningham Age: 21 Height: 5’4” Weight: 66kg Figure: Pear/Hour-Glass Shoulders: 17” across Neck to Shoulder: 6” Bust: 35” (size 10) Waist: 31” (size 14) Hips: 41” (size 14) Inner Leg: 27” Outer…
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THE FRENCH GIRL RENAISSANCE
Leah Buckle explores the new return to French trends that has crept up on us, and why we’re obsessed with Gallic grace. Summer 2018 has seen the revival of Parisian chic. Think slouchy t-shirts tucked into cropped jeans with just-out-of-bed perfectly tousled locks and a minimal make-up look. Floral wrap skirts paired with oh-so-crisp white trainers…
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SWIMMING THROUGH HISTORY
Ellie Dyson researches the evolution of women’s beachwear. With the holiday season upon us, shoppers everywhere are browsing the aisles looking for the best deals on mix-and-match bikinis. But that two-piece in your basket has gone through a two-hundred-year evolution to be where it is today, from a time when women could even be arrested…
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ISSUE 28 LAUNCH
Featuring House of iKons, Reganalds, pushBUTTON, and Fengyi Tan shows; haunting woodland editorial; interviews with Miss London City 2018 and Reganalds founder Tyrone Reid; the band As It Is and their representation for mental health; an inside look at the designer’s journey through a new collection; influencers and their power; and much more! Buy your…
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MEMES: WHAT ARE THEY?
This issue, Ellie Dyson investigates the origin of memes, and if they can be considered a form of art. Meme miːm/ noun noun: meme; plural noun: memes 1. An element of a culture or system of behaviour passed from one individual to another by imitation or other non-genetic means. 2. An image, video, piece of text, etc.,…
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ISSUE 27 LAUNCH
Featuring Mini Mode, Tulley’s Shocktoberfest, Jimmy Choo, Richard Quinn, Herrunway, Roberta Einer, and two fashion editorials. We’re talking with Suski Sue and Faye Clarke, and also discussing smart fashion, CEOs on social media, how beauty trends differ (or don’t) around the world, Zara Larsson’s fashion influence, and outerwear through the ages. Plus more! Buy your…
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TREND REPORT: WOMENSWEAR S/S 19
Rhiannon D’Averc gives you the lowdown on what to expect over the coming season, and into 2019. With input from the WGSN’s briefing and their statistics on sales, stock, and designs, presented by Kirsty Sears and Anna Ross, Senior and Associate Womenswear Editors respectively. One of the key messages for the upcoming season is that…
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THE FASHION IDENTITY OF ARTISTS AND DESIGNERS
Ellie Dyson discusses Grayson Perry and the link between fashion and identity with designers and artists… Grayson Perry is a British artist known for his tapestries and ceramic vases. These perceptually traditional mediums contrast with his contemporary concepts which are portrayed within the art, and his expressive style when cross-dressing. Perry first borrowed a dress…
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Issue 26 Launch
We’re back with another fashion-packed issue! BUY THE GLOSSY PRINT ISSUE HERE Featuring Ashish, Fashion East, Fashion International, Simon Mo, Steve O Smith, Pam Hogg, Pierre Garroudi, Agne Kuzmickaite, Trendhood Royale, Fashions Finest, Lone Design Club, and Johny Dar. Plus thoughts on the future of the high street, why modest fashion needs a big break,…
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INSIGHTS INTO A SUCCESSFUL FASHION SHOW
Ellie Dyson reports on Bloomsbury Institute’s event ahead of Gill Stark’s book release. Bloomsbury Institute invited guests to attend a talk with Gill Stark, along with two other industry experts. The panel, comprised of Stark, fashion journalist Julia Robson, and fashion show producer John Walford, provided their expert advice on creating a successful fashion show,…
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BOOK REVIEW – THE FASHION SHOW BY GILL STARK
Ellie Dyson reviews Gill Stark’s new book. A new must-have book has arrived in the form of Gill Stark’s inspiring guide from Bloomsbury Visual Arts Publishing, entitled ‘The Fashion Show’. Stark’s recipe for success offers just over 200 pages of valuable industry insights, abundantly illustrated with glossy images. Perfect for upcoming fashion designers, this new…
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A TASTE OF PARADISE
Ellie Dyson reports on the Mauritius Open-Air Festival held on Sunday 15th July. Mark Twain once wrote, “you gather the idea that Mauritius was made first, and then heaven; and that heaven was copied after Mauritius”. Having attended the ninth Mauritius Open Air Festival (MOAF) event, we would have to agree! The UK’s largest exhibition…
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ISSUE 25 LAUNCH
Welcome to Issue 25 – our first LFW special of September… Buy a glossy print copy right here: PRINTS Or read the full issue below:
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Review: MCQUEEN
Rhiannon D’Averc reviews the new documentary release about the life and work of Alexander McQueen. Alexander McQueen is almost a god in our industry. Ask almost anyone whose work inspires them the most – ask almost anyone of my generation who it was that got the interested in fashion in the first place – and…
