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FW26 was chaos, couture, and everything in between. The Fashion League ended with more gasps than applause — and we’re naming names. Who ruled the runway, who crashed, and who made fashion history?
Corsets have long been depicted as uncomfortable and dangerous, yet they remain a part of fashion and pop culture, and of course of our history. While narratives from the media often emphasize the oppressive aspects of corsetry, research has revealed a more nuanced picture.
Inspired by the Victorians' love for anything macabre and Punk rebellion, the Goth subculture is back (and has never left). Using dark fashion aesthetics to celebrate its culture of defiance of social norms, Goth honors its darkly poetic roots in every revival.
Maison Margiela’s Artisanal 2025, debuting under Glenn Martens, merges surrealist Gothic design with Flemish and Dutch art history and unusual, discarded materials; reimagining the brand’s avant-garde legacy through sculptural silhouettes, intricate masks, and masterful craftsmanship of the past and the present.
At BFW, SF1OG transformed a raw concrete hall into an ephemeral dreamscape of romance and nostalgia. Designer Rosa Marga Dahl reimagines early 2010s silhouettes through indie sleaze and medieval literary influences. In an exclusive interview, Dahl reveals the inspirations behind the show, reflecting on how even painful memories become something we long for.
While the fashion industry likes to perform diversity, it still lacks true inclusivity and accessibility on many levels. Not only is there a lack of disabled models on the runway or in front of the camera, but mainstream brands are missing awareness and consideration for the clothing needs of disabled individuals. Learn more about five adaptive fashion brands that are challenging outdated stereotypes about disability and are transforming the fashion industry one garment at a time.
As corporate Pride campaigns dwindle and queer visibility fades from the mainstream, it’s essential to reflect on fashion’s deep-rooted indebtedness to LGBTQIA+ creativity—particularly that of Black queer pioneers. From André Leon Talley and Edward Enninful to the rise of a new generation of visionaries, we explore how queerness has always been at the heart of fashion—even when the industry tries to forget it.
A retrospective on the role and evolution of pearls and their many symbolic associations in art, fashion, and jewelry-making, from Ancient Rome to the Spring /Summer runways of 2025.
Fast fashion is no longer cutting it—for our closets or our planet. If you're ready to ditch cheaply made, mass-produced trends in favor of something more meaningful, this online thrifting guide is your new best friend. Discover how to build a wardrobe full of unique, high-quality pieces by shopping vintage and supporting independent designers. Learn how to avoid unethical dropshippers, spot real vintage, and make smarter, more sustainable choices that reflect your personal style. It’s time to break up with fast fashion—for good.
What do the Kardashians, Jenna Ortega, Katy Perry and even the fashion icon Naomi Campbell all have in common? Aside from their significant fame, they’ve each collaborated with various fast fashion brands. These celebrity endorsements encourage loyal fans to buy garments that continue to pollute our planet, designed to fall apart — both literally and trend-wise. But it can’t just be for the money... Can it?
