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In the late 1990s, Jared Oaks is a kind-hearted and shy Latter-day Saint teenager living in Tacoma, Washington, who has been taught to believe that his sexuality is “abominable.”He was aware of the then-current position of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints that homosexuality was a sin, and had read the writings of the Apostles condemning the immorality of same-sex attraction.He is aware of gay and straight alliances and gay clubs that are emerging in high schools, and believes that while they may be beneficial, he may be harmed by joining them. Ta.He said his grandfather, Dallin H.…
One of my earliest memories of my gender is an experience in nursery school. There, all the girls were given pink blankets and all the boys were given blue blankets during nap time. As a kid in the early ’90s, I knew nothing about LGBTQ identity, but when I was handed a pink blanket, I knew it wasn’t right. Even then, I knew I belonged to the “blue side,” and asking for a blue blanket was the only way I knew how to convey that to the adults around me. did. The search for a way to express my true…
Amna Nawaz: St. Louis teacher Rodney Wilson founded LGBTQ History Month 30 years ago and celebrates LGBTQ History Month in this country in October.Wilson recently spoke to community correspondent Gabriel Hayes about coming out to students in 1994 and his hopes for a more understanding society.Rodney Wilson, LGBTQ History Month Founder: Well, there was so much going on outside of my classroom.For example, my textbook had nothing about LGBTQ people or LGBTQ history.And at this point I was completely out, except for everyone outside of work, co-workers and students.So, in class in March 1994, I briefly mentioned the Holocaust, and…
Trick-or-treating? Or maybe both! Halloween is just around the corner, and it’s not just about candy. Walmart and Amazon, or as we like to call them, have some fashion sales going on that you won’t want to miss. You need to act fast because menswear is currently being heavily discounted. Now’s the perfect time to update your wardrobe, from staples you’ll wear over and over again like T-shirts, sneakers, and jeans to investment pieces like statement jackets and jewelry that instantly elevate any outfit. Hey guys, if shopping and saving on Wal-Mazon sales isn’t on your to-do list, add it…
Malaysia is emerging as a fashion powerhouse in Asia, and while its style may be unfamiliar to Westerners, its unique perspective on fashion has garnered global attention and influenced designers around the world. I am. A rich blend of cultural heritage and modern innovation, Malaysian fashion is more than just a trend, it is a movement celebrating diversity and creativity, captivating audiences and inspiring the next generation of designers. Check out the key aspects of Malaysian fashion that make Malaysia truly special. #1.Evolved minimalism Firstly, whether it’s sarongs, shirts or skirts, Malaysian designers are taking minimalism to new heights. They…
Photo: Instagram/Heart Evangelista Heart Evangelista, a Filipino celebrity known for being a fixture at fashion weeks around the world, was spotted in Dubai on Friday night. The socialite, who is also the wife of a senator, shared a candid photo of her and her team on what appears to be a shuttle at Dubai International Airport. “What’s the gossip?” she wrote in the cheeky caption. Get the latest news. Follow KT on our WhatsApp channel. Photo: Instagram/Heart Evangelista The post was followed by a photo of the Burj Khalifa. Photo: Instagram/Heart Evangelista Ms Hart is believed to be in Dubai…
That’s all about LVMH in the US.In a move that shocked many in the fashion industry, Judge Jennifer Rochon of the Southern District of New York on Thursday ruled against the $8.5 billion merger of Coach parent company Tapestry and Michael Kors owner Capri Holdings. I stopped it. The preliminary injunction, issued after seven days of testimony last month, was filed by the Federal Trade Commission to block a coalition of three major companies: Coach, its sister brand Kate Spade, and Capri’s Michael Kors. won the lawsuit. as an “accessible luxury” market.”The court finds that the merging parties are close…
Like many South Asians, I’m not alone in looking forward to Diwali every fall. Diwali, also known as the festival of lights in India, brings back a lot of memories. The clay candles and marigolds dotted around my grandmother’s house, the nights filled with Bollywood music and fireworks, the piles of jewelry I borrowed from my mother’s cupboard. Even as an adult, I counted the days every year, and I still do. The festival, a time that symbolizes the triumph of good over evil, literally permeates the homes and streets of India and the vast South Asian diaspora. And this…
Europe wants to clean up its growing surplus of textile waste, driven by increased consumption of low-value fast fashion. Some say the market is collapsing under stress.On Monday, Europe’s two main recycling organizations issued a stark warning. They said the sector was facing an “unprecedented crisis, even more severe than during the coronavirus pandemic.” According to the group, since spring, the price of sorted used clothes has become cheaper than the processing cost. Without support, the industry would face “widespread bankruptcy”, they said.The rag trade is under attack from many directions. Wars in Ukraine and the Middle East have disrupted…
Fashion Trust Arabia, a foundation dedicated to providing business development support to designers in the Middle East and North Africa, on Thursday awarded cash prizes and mentorship to seven up-and-coming designers from the region.Nadine Mosallam, an Egyptian born in Kuwait and raised in Dubai, won the ready-to-wear award. Eveningwear is by Qatar-based Yasmin Mansour. Accessories are Reem Hamed from Egypt. and the Saudi trio Noura Abdulaziz Al Saud, Sarah Naif Al Saud, and Mashael Khalid Al Saud, who run the jewelry label APOA (A Piece of Art).Winning designers in these four categories will each receive grants ranging from $100,000 to…