You already know the story of how Victoria Beckham came to prominence as a Spice Girl, but given how difficult it is to break into fashion—and be taken seriously—it’s pretty unbelievable that “Posh” just celebrated ten years as a prestige designer. After the Spice Girls broke up in 2000, Beckham dabbled in modeling, solo music,…
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Since the #MeToo movement received an increased spotlight in light of allegations against various powerful figures in Hollywood, various other industries have continued to reckon with how sexual harassment and assault is addressed within their communities. In fashion, it’s become an increasingly pressing topic of conversation and reform, with many using the global platform that…
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It was just last week that Rihanna‘s Savage x Fenty show made headlines for including pregnant women in lingerie at its presentation. And then again for what happened immediately backstage, when model Slick Woods went into labor and had to be taken straight from the show to the hospital. Now, on the other side of…
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Fashion Week is where all the major trends that inevitably take over your wardrobe begin. Whether it’s on the runway or from street style, you’re immersed in a season’s worth of trends, silhouettes, and styling ideas—the only caveat being that you’re looking six months ahead. Still, you can pick out a handful of moments that…
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As the name implies, New York Fashion Week is usually about the fashion, plus the beauty looks that complete the scene. But Thursday evening saw a new frontier: Models of diverse skin tones, shapes, and abilities walked in “skinvisibility cloaks” without any makeup, in a very interesting first for the runway. The show was held…
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After a few seasons of slogan tees and pins, seeing politically-adjacent messages at a fashion show doesn’t feel abnormal: The Council of Fashion Designers of America (CFDA) has partnered with organizations like Planned Parenthood and the ACLU to raise awareness for their services , designers have taken their bows wearing shirts with messages of inclusivity,…
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