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Fashion month is here (again)! The history of fashion week
Revisiting one of my favourites - the history of fashion week! With New York Fashion Week kicking off last week, I had to look into where did the allure of the fashion weeks come from, who started them and what was the purpose?
The history of shoulder pads. Should you keep them in a vintage garment?
I’ve never really liked football, but as it turns out, despite years of trying not to be involved in America’s biggest pastime — I really do owe some things to football. And you might, too.
The history of method dressing (aka themed press fits)
Following the commotion of Zendaya’s Challengers press tour in collaboration with iconic stylist Law Roach, I’ve been thinking a lot about the evolution of press tours and the focus on themed outfits.
The history of capris
Love ‘em or hate ‘em, let’s look into the history behind capris. Known to some as pedal pushers, this week’s we’re unearthing the origin of this divisive trend making a big comeback in 2024 spring/summer style.
The history of the wedding dress
I’m in my wedding guest era, and with it I had to know - why did brides start wearing white?
The history of the trench coat
It’s hard to imagine another item as iconic and classic as a beige trench – just in time for longer days, a glimpse of sun – for spring to arrive.
The history of fashion week
With New York Fashion Week officially kicking off this week, I had to wonder – where did the allure of the fashion weeks come from, who started them and what was the purpose?
The story of sequins
From a discovered tomb to a protest against gloom - we’re unpacking the origins of sequins and what they mean to us today.
The revolutionary nylons
Recently, we’ve seen sheer stockings make a big comeback - but I had no idea the scope of their influence.
The story behind uggs
One trend I did not expect to come back over the past few years are ugg boots.