Views: 112 Introduction The slow fashion movement is growing popular, as one of the most effective sustainable fashion trends. As a result, custom-made clothing and artisanal fashion are making a return, as top alternatives to mass-produced fast fashion. Research shows…
Views: 117 Introduction Vegan leather is loved not only by vegans as it does not require the killing of animals but also by those who care about the planet. One of the most popular vegan leather materials is Pinatex. This…
Views: 120 Introduction Collaborative consumption is, for sure, one of the most powerful trends in sustainable fashion, right now. Over the past few years, second-hand shops and renting platforms have become the to-go destinations for young conscious fashion lovers. New…
Views: 113 Introduction Most people see cruelty-free and veganism as identical; however, this is not the case. Despite what most vegans believe, some animal products can be produced in cruelty-free ways. For example, ‘peace silk’ and ‘cruelty-free wool’ are products…
Views: 128 Introduction The upcycling trend is transforming the fashion industry, from manufacturing to design. Upcycling in fashion has also changed the way fashion consumers view the clothes they buy and wear. In part, it is a design philosophy that…
Views: 104 Introduction Logo-mania has again taken over the fashion industry, making a significant return since its last major cycle in the ’90s. During that era, being plastered in logos was beyond hot… until it wasn’t. Just as strong as…
Views: 110 Introduction Whoever said disco was dead has never seen the disco ball fashion style. The iconic disco ball that was a symbol of the 70s has left its mark on more than just movies and dance moves. If…
Views: 99 Introduction Consider tiger print an update on last year’s pervasive leopard print. This year, tiger stripes are showing up on everything from cosy knit sweaters and boxy overcoats to prim blouses and dresses in case you need a…
Views: 116 Introduction The Bubblegum pink colour trend was first spotted on the S/S 21 runways and has already entered the wardrobes of the fashion set. Back in 2017, you couldn’t walk into a shop without seeing millennial pink, well,…
Views: 96 Introduction If you’re new to this trend or spotted it plastered all over your Instagram feed, you may be wondering, ‘what is a shacket?’ Well, a shacket is pretty much what the name suggests, a cross between a…
Views: 112 Introduction Ten years ago, if you had asked a woman to put on a pair of pants that weren’t skin-tight, she would have rolled her eyes in disgust. For what seemed like forever, we gave skinny jeans and…
Views: 93 Introduction Swing it back to the ’60s with the classic gogo dancers-inspired item of footwear – white knee-high boots. Taking its inspiration from the youth revolution in the mid-century, this Nancy Sinatra-approved look is a chic way to…
Views: 101 Introduction Mesh tops have taken the fashion world by storm in 2021. Known as the ‘second-skin’ trend, this style grazes on your body that it might as well be a second layer of skin. While that may not…
Views: 100 Introduction Few items can replace your favourite pair of worn-in heather gray sweats, but this year, defined by couch clothing, the demand for sweatpants in various colours, including pastels and juicy bolds, is solid. Blame it on the…
Views: 140 Introduction Let the icy specter envelop you in its shadowy grasp. Become a demon of the night, a being born of unholy miasma. Your very footsteps desecrate the ground under your feet. You have become a creature of…
Views: 90 Introduction Before 2021, matching sets such as loungewear and pajamas used to be home-wears only. However, in 2021, matching sets are becoming prevalent in (granted, still small) social settings. In part, driven by those who can work from…
Views: 92 Introduction The bucket hat is back, as searches have gone up by 56 per cent since last year (according to Lyst) and a 55 per cent increase in searches on eBay. While more recently spotted on Billie Eilish,…
Views: 109 Introduction The main difference between a bra and a bralette is that bralettes are softer, more lightweight, and are usually made without wiring. As a result, bralettes give lighter support than a regular bra. In the past, this…
Views: 55 Introduction Far from being purely utilitarian, belts can add that final sartorial touch and complete your look. The addition of a belt can be the equivalent of adding a period to the end of a sentence. 2021 sees…
Views: 57 Introduction Unmissable sleeves – with their ruffles, puffs, and frills – are ballooning across the catwalk and the high street, and there’s no sign of the trend deflating. Stuffed with social and logistical questions, oversized sleeves and shoulders…
