Summer is just around the corner, and it is time to prepare for summer vacations, warm weather activities, road trips, and most important – to revamp our closets! When it comes to refreshing our wardrobe for summer, we are all looking for those key summer staples.
Read MoreAnimal print has been around for centuries, not traditionally as clothing and accessories, but as decoration and a symbol of power and wealth. Historically, animal print and skins were expensive and only reserved for royalty. It wasn’t until 1932, when the film Tarzan the Apeman premiered, spotlighting the attractiveness of leopard print.
Read MoreAs consumers, it’s easy to get so caught up with constantly buying and discarding new items that we overlook the value of older pieces entirely. Trends come and go, but sentimentality can imbue familiar accessories with fresh potential.
Read MoreWhat makes headphones an accessory versus a utility? Within the last few years, you may have seen how headphones have been integrated into fashion. Appearing in Pinterest boards, Instagram posts, and especially among students on campuses worldwide, headphones have become an important factor to consider when completing an outfit.
Read MoreWhen you think of dressing bold, what do you think of? Colors, patterns, layers? Well, if any of those come to mind, then you’re imagining maximalism style. Maximalism, as described by Keren Richter, is “the art of more-is-more; layered patterning, highly saturated colors, ample accessories and art, and a real sense of playfulness and bold gesture.” It’s all about making a statement and expressing who you are through your clothes.
Read MoreA concept that has been bothering me recently is this agreement we have as a society that you should not wear the same outfit multiple times. This unspoken rule forms the idea that it is embarrassing or weird if you wear the same thing to an event that you wore to a past event. From experience, many issues emerge with this idea that you always have to be in something new. I’ve even started feeling self-conscious about my own style. Repeating outfits is something I love doing; finding a specific outfit that looks best on me naturally means I am going to wear it multiple times. I think it is quite silly to suggest that you should feel embarrassed to wear clothes that you purchase and that you feel confident in. This is something we have unfortunately normalized as a society, which is why I want to share a few reasons that we should all be outfit repeaters.
Read MoreI was ecstatic to rip open a shiny pack of Pokemon cards when I was a kid, to play with Monster High dolls, and to listen to music on my iDog MP3 player back in the 2010s. Now as a young adult in 2023, I’m reminiscing on the nostalgic items and pieces we had “back in the day”. I catch myself missing my Nike Hi-Tops, and I’m ever so grateful for my mom’s overseas acclaim for designer brands. Fashion as an art can be admired despite class or culture, and the 1990s through the 2000s has notably curated some of the most groundbreaking and original pieces; the beginning of modern craftsmanship and design. The best and most sought-after pieces coming from this era can be defined as “Archive Fashion”, and have recently been making a resurgence in popularity
Read MoreYour favorite thing to wear, whether it be overalls or Air Forces, probably originated over 20 years ago. The current fashion era is unlike any before; clothes from every era are back and trending. Trend cycles have picked up to such a fast pace that everything is “in.” Old is cool. Because of this, everyone can wear whatever best reflects their true self.
Read MoreIf you’re like me and often find yourself scrolling endlessly on TikTok, you might be familiar with some of the aesthetically pleasing fashion trends, such as the “clean girl” look, or the “downtown girl” look. As trend cycles continue and the start of a new year approaches, people wonder what the next it-girl look will be. But we can’t forget about the original it-girls, Serena van der Woodsen and Blair Waldorf from the show, “Gossip Girl.”
Read MoreThe fashion ideology of “dopamine dressing” has been around for as long as fashion has existed, and here’s why you should return to these roots.
In a nutshell, dopamine dressing is the idea that an individual dresses for themselves and what makes them happy. There is no consideration for the general public when getting dressed in the morning, and having no societally placed rules or guidelines makes an environment that fosters creativity and individuality. The goal is to reject fast fashion trends and create your own personal style.
Read MoreDenim on denim… you either hate it or you love it. And right now we love it! We saw this trend begin in the late 70s to early 80s and continue to rise and fall throughout the upcoming decades. A big rise in the fad was seen in the early 2000s with celebrities jumping on the trend. Britney Spears and Justin Timberlake rocked their Canadian tuxedos at the American Music Awards. Their outfits featured a fully denim dress with a train and a denim suit with a denim cowboy hat. This sparked a lot of controversy with people trying to decide whether or not their denim outfits were truly fashionable, but the majority agreed that they pulled off the bold look.
Read MoreFor 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.
Read MorePodcasts 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.
Read MoreWhether 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.
Read MoreDon’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.
Read MoreWell-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
Read MoreMatching 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.
Read MoreWhen 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!
Read MoreNot 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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