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Get “in the know” about the ins and outs of the fashion industry as a whole. Learn about everything from design to production and sales.
Buying Clothing May Be a Necessity, So We Need to Do It Responsibly
The impact of the fashion industry is something we don’t think about very often. We ooh and ahh at clearance prices, gasp at the cuteness, make sure we always have what’s in style and activity-appropriate. Fast Fashion, a term that has gained popularity recently to describe cheaply made garments that are usually imported, has made it possible for people to always have something new, cute, appropriate and in style.
By Lisa LaRue-Baker7 years ago in Styled
How Do You Like Your Jeans? Blue or Green?
"Recycling" and "reusing" are two different things, especially in the clothing world. When speaking in textile terms, "recycling" does not mean dropping off at your local charity store to be given to the needy or sold to a reseller who is creating their own online, work-at-home business to feed their family. Think in terms of "recycling" like melting old soda cans into aluminum, or crushing glass to make new bottles. Depending on how old you are, think newspaper drives at school.
By Lisa LaRue-Baker7 years ago in Styled
Being a Fashionista on a College Student Budget
I am well-known among my friends for what has been deemed my "endless wardrobe." This is not only because shopping for deals is my idea of an Olympic sport, but also because the way I dress and how I look for the day is an expression of how I feel and what I am projecting onto the world around me. I am a firm believer that an outfit can completely transform a person: physically, mentally, and spiritually. More importantly, changes in wardrobe are essential in helping me feel renewed, especially after a breakup or another major life event.
By Samantha Hilyer7 years ago in Styled
The Famous and Beautiful Kente from Ghana!
At the mention of Kente, the first thought is the Asantes from Ghana. Yes, there are several groups that are also associated with Kente, but the Asantes are more in touch with Kente cloth than anyone else. It was created 375 years ago, in a village called Bonwire in Ghana-Asante region, and was established between 1701 and 1717. This was when the Asante King (Asantehene), Nana Osei Tutu I was in power. Interestingly, the first kente cloth was made of raffia fiber and only belonged to the Asante clan. Years later, there was a redesign of the cloth.
By Osei Agyemang7 years ago in Styled
Luxury Fashion Labels: The Good, the Bad and the Discriminatory
It probably won't be shocking, or even remotely surprising, when I tell you that there are different attitudes regarding black-owned, and white-owned luxury fashion labels. Whilst white-owed brands are likely to get away with whatever they want in terms of marketing, prices and design, it's been made clear that there is a different standard and set of expectations reserved for black-owned brands and businesses.
By 7 years ago in Styled
11 Books to Read If You Want to Become a Fashion Designer
Whether you're a student at the Fashion Institute of Technology, an intern or writer at a fashion magazine, a high school student with big dreams, or someone who has decided they want to try their hand at becoming a fashion designer later in life, there are many ways to hone in on your craft. One of these ways is consistent practice, something that works once you have theory and design already mapped out in your head. What if, like many though, you don't exactly have those ideas in mind? Luckily for you, a number of books exist that can give you the best chance at stepping into the fashion arena with a firm understanding of its history, inner workings, and skills upon which the entire industry is built.
By Wendy Knight7 years ago in Styled
Reason First: Diversity as Destruction
Diversity for the sake of diversity is evil. It is nothing but high tech tribalism. To consider race, sex, gender, or any other non-essential over merit should be banished from any rational businessman’s mind. With fashion designer Virgil Abloh’s latest foray into the world of wearable design, accusations have arisen claiming that Abloh’s company, Off-White, possesses a dearth of diverse faces.
By Skyler Saunders7 years ago in Styled
The History of the Bomber Jacket
Bomber jackets have an extremely rich history that goes back over one hundred years. Today, they’re rooted in our day-to-day fashion, but they didn’t start off that way. Before they were worn as streetwear, the bomber jacket was used as a functional, heavy-duty garment for pilots.
By Shandi Pace7 years ago in Styled
Counterfeit Merchandise Is Ruining Clothing Culture
Counterfeited items are slowly becoming more prominent in society, and scamming people out of money. Highly counterfeited brands such as Chanel, Gucci, or Supreme are trying to flush out these fakes, but these replicas are only becoming more sophisticated and realistic.
By Jackson Ryan7 years ago in Styled
