Integrating Traditional Clothing into your Wardrobe
For as long as I can remember, my family has been keen to pass down traditional hand-sewn garments, necklaces, bracelets, wallets, and other traditional artisanal products from México so I could wear them. Growing up in a bi-cultural household with a Mexican mom and an American dad in Springfield, Missouri, my life proves to be an interesting combination of two significantly different cultures and languages. One specific way that I was able to highlight my culture and understand its complexity was through clothing. By knowing which community the clothing came from and the often tedious process by which the clothes were made, I was able to find a greater appreciation for artisanal work. I am able to feel pride for a part of myself that was underrepresented according to where I have lived all my life.
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Emergency Intercom
Podcasts have typically been generalized as political or self-help oriented, targeted toward older generations, but the podcast “Emergency Intercom” shows us that podcasts can be the complete opposite of this. Enya Umanzor and Drew Phillips, two best friends that made their start on Vine, have gradually emerged into well-known internet personalities. If you are in the loop with these two, you are well aware of their podcast “Emergency Intercom.” “Emergency Intercom” has hit the top 50 comedy podcast list on Spotify, and has taken Gen Z by storm. This podcast first began in June of 2021 and has continued to grow since.
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Lightbox Collective LLC x Staxx
Whether you love it or hate it, winter is here. Regardless of your feelings toward the cold, you can’t let it stop you from putting together a good fit. If you’re feeling neutral or colorful or somewhere in between, Staxx has many statement pieces to add to your wardrobe.
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Alice in 2022
Don’t know where to find inspiration for unpredictable outfits? Down the rabbit hole we go! In today's society, a good majority of everyday fashion is based on popular trends. If you want to try to find your own style, but have no idea where to begin, you may be looking harder than you need to. Inspiration is all around you, hiding in your favorite art, movies, and media. In this photoshoot, we created everyday outfits inspired by the classic movie “Alice in Wonderland.” We took parts of each character's unique style to create some outfits we never thought to put together before.
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Woman In Total Control of Herself: The Art of Drag and Its Impact on Fashion & Beauty
Well-known designers in the fashion industry capture the attention of those looking for new trends; however, most don’t see the drag world and the spell it casts on those who follow. Drag is the art of portraying oneself in anything and everything to be particularly masculine or feminine. This performance allows for those participating to have complete self-expression and creativity through costuming and makeup. The art form has a long history and deep ties to modern culture. RuPaul said it best: “We’re all born naked, and the rest is drag.” Nothing is more fabulous than when a queen is in total control of how they want to express themselves
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The Trend that Never Goes Out of Style: Matching Sets
Matching sets have evolved so much since the trend was first introduced in the 70’s. Back then, it was all about bell bottoms in a funky print with a crop top that ties in the front to match. Fast forward to the early 2000s when the matching Juicy Couture tracksuit was all the rage. Meanwhile, in recent years biker shorts and tank top sets have become a cute and trendy way to run errands.
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How a Statement Purse can Elevate your Outfit
When I used to shop for a handbag or purse, I found myself always looking for a neutral bag that I could pair with every outfit. Although practical, it limited my range of choices and led to outfits that just seemed to be missing something. Recently, I have come to love wearing statement purses and learned that a bag can be both practical and unique. They add excitement to any outfit and can bring your look from pedestrian to celebrity!
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History of Converse
Not many would expect a 50s basketball sneaker to become one of the most popular casual shoes, but that is exactly what Converse evolved into. Converse has been a staple in our wardrobes for over 60 years. All-Stars were released in 1917 primarily as a basketball shoe and slowly became the most common sneaker on the court by the 1960s. The first and only colorway released initially consisted of a dull brown body with black trimming, but as converse transformed into a casual tennis shoe, different color variations became available.
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Fashion Dolls: The Original Influencers
Barbie may have ruled the school back in the 2000s, but her fashion game and inclusivity were lacking. Picking up the slack in the form of crop tops, platform boots, and Hot Topic edginess with a more diverse cast were Bratz and Monster High dolls.
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Five Fashionable Movies Perfect for Fall
As the air begins to grow crisper, suddenly that light cardigan is no longer enough to keep warm on the way to class. Each day we are reminded that fall is quickly approaching. Personally, I’m a sucker for a good fall movie. Nothing fills me with more joy than curling up with a brand new plush blanket, making myself a cup of peppermint tea, lighting a couple of candles, and turning on a movie in the evenings that has easy-to-copy fall fashion inspiration. Without further ado, I’m here to give you some of the best feel-good fall movies with some killer looks from the characters.
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Fashion Faux Paws: Our Guide to Elevating Your Pet’s Wardrobe
There is no doubt that you’ve encountered a well-dressed pet in your lifetime, but have you ever wondered how to style your fur babies? As we grow older and learn more about our fashion preferences, it can be fun to incorporate some of these fashion trends into our pets' wardrobes. With the holiday season approaching fast, we have created a guide on how to bundle up your animals for the cold, while making them look fashionable at the same time.
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How to Tailgate In Style
As tailgating season comes to an end, we'd like to look back on some of our favorite trends that have surfaced. Tailgate fashion has become an increasingly popular fad, especially with southern universities. These are some of our favorite recurring trends that we saw a lot of this season.
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The 90's Influence on Fall Fashion
They say what goes around comes around, and when it comes to fashion trends, we know this to be quite true. Past fashion trends have been resurfacing recently, and they are starting to be incorporated into our current style. The 90s have made a huge comeback, and it has had a major influence on current fall outfits. Styling these classic pieces into your everyday wardrobe is a breeze!
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Clowncore: A Look Into the Aesthetics of Clowns
Clowncore has emerged as a trend on social media and on the runways. Maximalism is associated with this trend due to its fun colors, styles, and silhouettes. People tend to think of two descriptions when they think of clowns: bright, fun, and colorful or terrifying, horrible, and untrustworthy. Clowncore style is trying to combat that.
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Dressed for Murder
Forming an outfit that highlights the character and expresses the character’s aesthetic can be pivotal for the audience. The audience’s opinion of a character starts with the character’s visual appearance. It starts with you finding a piece of yourself tied to that character, which makes it even harder to watch them go through the torturous storyline ahead.
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SHIPWRECKED
Slowly but surely, we are moving on from the early 2000s aesthetic. However, there is a look that has yet to have crashed back on the shores of this decade: Shipwrecked.
A forlorn figurehead on the prow of a boat or a pirate lost at sea –– what could be more fabulous than that? By incorporating staples like tall boots, flowy clothes, and jewelry that looks like it could be peeking out of a treasure chest, you too could try out this look.
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Tights in Style: A Lookbook
Fashion, as described by Bill Cunningham, is like armor against the everyday realities of life. As cooler weather begins to encroach on the light and breezy shields of summer, we look anew to our fall and winter armors. Trusted sweaters, comfortable flannels, and corduroy pants… but the yearly recurring quest is how we can fit our spring and summer pieces into this seasonal transition.
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The Fashion That Diversified: The Sixties and How it Broke Fashion Traditions
The sixties was a decade that paved the way for fashion. The eye-catching outfits were paired together in a way that was revolutionary and fast-paced. This era pushed for acceptance in all areas of self-expression.
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