Beyond Neo-Soul and Matriarchy with Erykah Badu
From the beginning of her early career, Badu’s artistic work and personal beliefs have been connected to processes of creation and rebirth, becoming a deity of black bohemian culture.
Beyond Neo-Soul and Matriarchy with Erykah Badu
What went down at the Milan Menswear Shows for Spring 2024
It's that time of year again. And we couldn't be happier. It's fashion season baby, and we're kicking off with Spring Summer 2024 Menswear in Milan. Milan Fashion Week Men's showcases the best of Italian menswear design, with catwalk shows and other events taking place throughout the week.
Reasons why you should get your nipples pierced
Piercings have permeated all areas of pop culture, becoming increasingly elaborate and even making their way into couture. But the story does not start with Christina Aguilera's 'Dirrty' music video or Britney's My Prerogative album cover. Piercings have a long, ancient history and perhaps this is your sign to book your next appointment with your trusted piercer.
A New “Fantasea“: How Seascape Aesthetic is taking over Visuals and Fashion
Mermaidcore has swum against the TikTok core-ification tide with a recent 736% increase in Google searches for 'mermaid style', and Pinterest search data shows a 614% increase in searches for 'mermaidcore'. There must be something in the water.
Eco Feminism: How Our Interaction with the Environment Is Gendered
The most evident example of how our relations are gendered is by looking at the way nature and women are objectified and seen as passive resources to be exploited for economic gain.
Mindful Mess: How Julia Fox is giving Wellness a Makeover
Also known as #cluttercore or #corecore, mindful mess celebrates the idea and quest for authenticity and community, while rebranding wellness and self-care.
Body Dysmorphia: Between Self-Perception and Reality
Talking about BBD isn’t easy just because talking about concerns regarding our appearance seem vain and superficial, an anti-statement to feminism and progressive thinking, a confirmation of our deliberate contribution to reinforcing images that favour the cis, white, skinny type.
Now-Stalgia: We’re not looking into the past – we’re updating it
But what comes after nostalgia? The acceleration of culture brought about by social media algorithms has officially killed the 20-year cycle. Today's zeitgeist feels like an overwhelming mix of every era happening everywhere all at once. Enter: Now-Stalgia. The new trend embraces the chaos of internet culture, taking inspiration from every decade and giving it a futuristic twist that feels uniquely contemporary. Instead of limiting ourselves to historical accuracy, we look to the past for tools to build new presents.
Balenciaga Resort 2024: Out of ideas or avoiding controversies?
I hate to be that girl - but I am going to be that girl. With his resort collection for 2024, Demna has probably put the last nail in the already closed coffin of Balenciaga. Because: Playing it safe ain’t gonna cut it.
Découverte de la Mode: all About Haute Couture
Fashion is fun. But fashion can also be difficult to understand. Especially as a new creative, navigating fashion terminology can be challenging. Fashion terms aren’t just fancy jargon that designers use to show off. Knowing the meaning of the most common words in the industry will help you master your subject and communicate better with […]
