NYFW SS23: Indonesia Now – The 6 Fashion Designers That Use Their Country As Inspiration For Design

Six Indonesian fashion designers showcased their collections on the Spring/Summer 2023 runways. Appearing to be the country's best, they all narrate the story of Indonesia through their designs. Their collections highlight the beauty of the five islands in Indonesia. Through a group display titled Indonesia Now, the designers presented their ready-to-wear fashions inspired by the richness of…

ByNamhla LebonaSeptember 15, 20220Comments

FASHION WEEK UPDATES – MILAN SS/23 MENSWEAR!

Fashion Week is Back! Happening twice a year in Milan, Milan Fashion Week Men’s (Milano Moda Uomo) is a reference point for the latest trends in men’s fashion. This is where new trends prêt-à-porter and accessories for men's Spring/Summer 2023 season are previewed to press and fashion officials. The latest collections on display are those of well-known Italian brands such as…

ByNamhla LebonaJune 22, 20220Comments

Designer Talks Fashion

SA Youth Month: 5 young creative designers to know from South Africa!

June is Youth Month in South Africa. A month that holds deep sentiment to South Africans, especially the class of 1976. In 1994, June 16th was declared as the commemoration of National Youth Day in South Africa. This is the day the country reflects on the massacre of school children during the Soweto uprising of 1976.…

ByNamhla LebonaJune 9, 20220Comments

Designer Talks Fashion

South African Fashion Week: 9 African designers to know from SAFW SS/22

South African Fashion Week, the most coveted event in South Africa - has just passed and it was a week to remember. After years of not being in attendance, it was great to finally experience live shows again. The season kicked off with an opening party on April 26th. Cruz Vodka, one of SA…

ByNamhla LebonaMay 11, 20220Comments

Art and Culture Business Designer Talks Fashion

Black Women Designers Are Standing Up Against the Theft of Fast Fashion Fraud

There's Inspiration...and There's Theft Fashion, like creativity, is very much fueled by inspiration. Inspiration, however, is when someone else's idea or work triggers something in you, encouraging you to create something new maybe with similar themes, goals, patterns, etc. However, taking someone else's work, copying it down to the detail, without remixing or changing anything…

ByChioma Gathoga-OgbuikeJune 21, 20210Comments

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Major Retailer J. Crew Files Chapter 11 Bankruptcy Amid Coronavirus Pandemic

J. Crew is the first major retailer to fall victim to the coronavirus pandemic, and files for chapter 11 bankruptcy. The store which is known for it's preppy style clothing made an announcement on Monday May 4th. The store's sister brand Madewell will still continue to stay in business during the pandemic. In their…

ByKiara ManningMay 7, 20200Comments

Designer Talks Fashion

Cynthia Rowley Talks How She Started Out and the Importance of Staying True to Yourself and Taking Risks

The first thing on my mind when walking into Cynthia Rowley’s Tribeca Studio was, “Wow. This place is every fashion lovers dream.” The showroom-esque space was filled with customers browsing the racks of stunning garments from her F/W 2019 collection, as well as her entire S/S 2020 line, and––although it is not yet shoppable––what other…

ByTrinity GriffinJanuary 10, 20201Comment

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Designer Talks : Patrick Church

As an artist, presenting your work to society for it to be scrutinized or admired, can be terrifying and exhilarating at the same time. Within moments, a viewer can either connect with your work, or miss its meaning entierly. Leaving behind his hometown in London, Patrick decided to pursue his passions in New York with…