Gay culture has influenced society by trailblazing space in an unapologetic manner for individuals who are unafraid to command the attention of the room. Many icons such as Vivienne Westwood and Anna Sui, expose and articulate the power of fashion as a vehicle for change. Any statement made is immortalized within fabric and the minds of the spectator.
Read More“Heroin chic” - the popular early-1990s style, glamorizing traits associated with drug use such as dark eye circles, skeletal bodies, and pale complexions started the fetishization of underweight models. This desired, yet unattainable appearance has played a role in fueling eating disorders within the modeling industry ever since.
Read MoreTaking a look at the way in which Bowie’s unapologetic style and desire to be himself has influenced the masses and continued to fan the fire of individuality which fashion and beauty creates. He is shown to expose the protection fashion provides, along with its fierce edge. He remains unmatched in his ability to “wear” his persona.
Read MoreThere’s no denying that Euphoria has already reached cult status since it first premiered in 2019. Loosely inspired by its 2012 Israeli counterpart, Euphoria tackles a diversity of subjects from high school friendship drama to drug abuse, and problematic family dynamics.
Read MoreOn January 18th, 2022, the fashion industry lost one of its most important pioneers. André Leon Talley passed away at the age of 73. But who was the cape-carrying man that had a colossal impact on how we perceive fashion today?
Elitism has been used as justification for racism within high fashion. Unfortunately, it is clear that many of the issues being faced decades ago have echoed into the present. Despite this, certain trailblazers are voicing their truth, and stripping away the intoxicating luminescence of high fashion, exposing its errors.
It was the icons of the big screen who did it best, that creation of an utterly whimsical and enigmatic beauty that fed society's obsession with visual perfection. Classic and contemporary cinema along with media prove to be the vessel for change and trend, evaluating how successful figures have become archetypes for fashion and beauty globally, even after their time.
Read MoreThere is a new voice in the cruelty-free skincare and wellness game. Meet Chicago’s own BeYOUtifully Abundant beauty business. BeYOUtifully Abundant is a Black and woman-owned business that hypes up natural beauty and the self-care aspect, emotional aspect of feeling good, not just looking good. Unpublished interviewed the founder and master skincare artisan behind the brand to gain insight on how transformative her skincare is.
Read MoreIn two oversized button-downs that I bought last summer, I found a deep love of an airy silhouette and itching curiosity for the history behind the trend. My piece, I Love My Big Shirts: Reflections on The Oversized Button Down Trend, is the journey that followed. Through it, I was able to explore the roots of gender representation in fashion, narratives of sex in media, moments of power dressing, and my own relationship to these beautiful and complicated garments.
Halloween: One of the few celebrations where adults can dress up as anything and everything without any judgment. Halloween is an event that does not discriminate by age. For kids, Halloween is an innocent party where they can eat candy until they crash. However, for many adults, it is the time of year where they can dress as revealingly as they want and no one will question them. Is this benign, sexy fun, or does it have unforeseen consequences?
It goes without saying, but shoes, often overlooked, make or break every outfit. Until recently, I had neglected the power of the shoe to elevate or condemn my OOTD. Being the gate-opener that I am, I have compiled a list of five brands to follow for epic shoe finds (or simply for endless shoe inspiration).
Read MoreOur hair is definitely one of the easiest things to change. Once you’ve dipped your feet into the world of bleached hair, your hair can literally be any color. The temptation to bleach or dye your hair can really get to you at times, but are you really prepared for the world of hair damage and extensive hair care that comes with these bold looks?
Read MoreThe rise and fall of trends in the fashion world is normal, expected, and inevitable. However, over this past year, the rate at which looks have come in and out of style is quicker than ever, with certain silhouettes looking dated less than a month after becoming popular. While there are endless microtrends that came and went over the past year, here are five pieces that stand out among the masses.
Read MoreThere’s no denying it, the 2000s are back in style. You’ve been seeing cute Y2K outfits on Pinterest, Instagram, and your “For You” page. But decades later, these trends are still preying on young teens' insecurities.
Skincare is not a one-size-fits-all process for every season, and summer is not exempted from that. Coming from a tropical country, I have managed to find tips to avoid some summer skincare issues that you may face. Summer skincare is not only about SPF, there are other things that come into play, read about them here.
Read MoreThe internet is overflowing with places to find style inspiration. However, while I love seeing an IG ‘fit pic as much as the next person, my favorite online fashion platform has to be YouTube. While it may not have been the first platform that comes to mind when scouring the web for your latest look, these five iconic fashion vloggers will make YouTube your new go-to source for all things fashion.
Read MoreWhat do Natalie Portman, Queen Elizabeth, Nancy Pelosi, Ruth Bader Ginsburg, and Madeline Albright all have in common? They have all used their sartorial choices to communicate their distaste towards particular people, opinions, and situations. Exploring the meanings behind significant pins, tiaras, and necklaces to dissect how women in power reveal messages they may not be able to state explicitly can help demonstrate the power of fashion in the upper echelons of the political world.
It’s blasphemy — the fact that personal writing about fashion has taken its tragic fall. Don’t worry, though. Surprise! I’m here to prove you all wrong.
Finding an outfit to wear can be difficult at times, and most of us will not have enough time to try on multiple outfits to see which is the best. A lot of people tend to forget the science of the color wheel exists and that we can use it to our advantage. The color wheel can show you what colors to pair and, if executed properly, will never lead you astray.
Read MoreSpring has sprung, and with this change of seasons inevitably comes a wardrobe rearrangement. From knitwear to mini skirts to kitten heels, here is what I will be wearing for Spring 2021.
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