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The most famous scene in the most famous movie about clothes, “The Devil Wears Prada,” explains in 90 seconds how the machine of fashion works.Miranda Priestly (Meryl Streep), the editor in chief (and Anna Wintour avatar) of the Vogue magazine stand-in Runway, oversees a run-through of photo-shoot looks, deciding between two belts while a pre-makeover Andy Sachs (Anne Hathaway) and her split ends observe.“It’s a tough call,” says a stylist urgently, holding the indistinguishable belts before Miranda’s exacting gaze. “They’re so different.”Andy snorts, and the fashion vipers snap their necks to her. “I’m still learning about this stuff,” she bumbles…
LuLu India is in the process of increasing its focus on the domestic fashion apparel, accessories and lifestyle market.Lulu Group, the UAE-based retail conglomerate that sells over 100 fashion, lifestyle and apparel brands through shopping malls and outlets across India, said on Monday that it is positioning itself to gain a larger share of the Indian fashion retail market.”India is a large market with many leading fashion retailers co-existing. We are continuously expanding our presence in India. We cater to the lifestyle people aspire to through our various retail formats including Lulu Malls and Lulu Hypermarkets,” said Sharif KK, regional…
Legendary Harlem fashion designer Daniel R. Day, aka Dapper Dan, is a testament to tenacity and determination: He was sued, ousted and fired by top luxury fashion brands 30 years ago, yet now collaborates with them and has built a reputation as a trendsetter.Dapper Dan, the 79-year-old fashion designer known as the “Godfather of Hip Hop Fashion,” is finally getting some recognition from the industry after his legendary boutique at 43 East 125th Street in Harlem was forced to close due to lawsuits from high-end fashion houses who claimed that Dapper Dan had used their logos in his designs without…
A wardrobe consists of both regularly worn and unused clothes, each of which contributes to an individual’s visual identity. Clothes that cannot be physically worn do not necessarily need to be discarded, but there may be other compelling reasons for keeping them. Historically, sustainability efforts in the apparel industry have focused on using environmentally friendly materials and improving production efficiency. However, the benefits of these technological advances have been offset as both production and consumption levels have risen. To achieve true sustainability in the industry, it is essential to reduce material flows and address both sustainable manufacturing and consumption. The…
Eltas says she would like to see the event feature more designers, but is held back by the logistical and financial challenges of running a smaller fashion week on a global scale. “Financial constraints are one of the biggest challenges, so we have to prioritize securing the right partners who support the event and align with our vision for the modest wear industry,” she explains.But being small also has its advantages: “Being small allows us to give designers a real opportunity to be seen by the industry and focus on supporting them individually,” Eltas says.Return to TürkiyeLast year’s earthquake devastated…
Tik Tok at the store. A recent report from online thrift store ThredUp found that Gen Z is hooked on fast fashion, despite claiming to be environmentally conscious. Despite the majority (65%) saying they want to shop more sustainably, a third of people surveyed by ThredUp said they rely on fast fashion. Lottie Lashley, 25, said she used shopping as a coping mechanism to help her settle in as a college freshman. A former shopaholic from London, she would spend about $120 a month browsing fast-fashion websites in her free time. Gen Z claims to care about the environment, but…
Black Fashion Week MN returns May 3-11, showcasing the talented creatives in the Twin Cities fashion industry. The organization is in its seventh year of providing a platform for designers, artists, and creatives of color to showcase their talents and skills. The lineup of events taking place across the Twin Cities includes: A private prelude to spring Kick off Black Fashion Week MN with a chic party and show off your best spring looks. Get a sneak peek at Julia Starr, one of BFWMN’s talented designers and entertainers. The event will be held at the historic Hewing Hotel. Tickets start…
Ever wondered who the top 50 fashion designers in the world are? Well, wonder no more. We’ve put together a list most famous fashion designers from around the globe. From past icons to current trailblazers who are setting the trends right now, here’s a comprehensive deep dive into the best fashion designers without whom the fashion industry just wouldn’t be the same. 1. Coco Chanel If there’s one iconic fashion designer who’s influenced the industry more than any other, it’s definitely Coco Chanel. She brought something new to the table, freeing women from the restrictions of frills and corsets, instead…
Sustainable living isn’t easy. Whether you’re composting at home or using recyclable and refillable beauty products, reducing your environmental impact takes extra thought and time. But it doesn’t always have to be time-consuming or tedious. One fun and easy switch you can make today: Ditch fast fashion and shop sustainable clothing brands. Sure, sustainability has become somewhat of a marketing ploy for many companies in the style and fashion world. But we talked to experts to figure out what brands are actually green and what you should look for when trying to shop for sustainable fashion. So what exactly does sustainable fashion mean? “Sustainable fashion…
Only two brands, H&M and Boohoo, attended, and Mr Dunn praised them for “having the courage to stand up and sit in front of the committee”.Wednesday’s meeting was part of a series marking the end of the current Parliament’s term (Parliament changes every five years after a general election). Given the evidence submitted, committee staff will compile a draft report for committee members to discuss, which could result in a public report of further policy recommendations and/or a letter to heads of state. Below is a summary of what was discussed:Fast fashion is in troubleBoth H&M and Boohoo were in…