Category Archives: Clothing
Yes, Jackson Pollock is Fashionable (At Least His Artwork Is)
One of my favorite artists is Jackson Pollock, an influential figure of abstract expressionism, an American art movement begun in the 1940s in New York. Pollock’s technique involved dripping paint onto canvases laid out on the ground, creating unique pieces … Continue reading
Nature Inspires Gwen Shihyao Lai’s Spring 2014 Collection at AAU Show
One of the most amazing opportunities a fashion design student can experience is not only showcasing their own collection to influential fashion professionals, but showcasing at Mercedes Benz Fashion Week in New York! And every season, a handful of fashion … Continue reading
Posted in Clothing, Events, Fashion, Fashion Designers, New York Fashion Week, People, Spring/Summer 2014 Collections
Tagged Academy of Art University, Fashion design, Gwen Shihyao Lai, ikat print, Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts, Mercedes Benz Fashion Week, New York Fashion Week, Spring 2014 collection, Thaddeus Ochoa Pagaduan
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A Feminine and Flirty Spring at Badgley Mischka
Looks inspired by a combination of fantastical undersea creatures, photographer Jacques Henri Lartigue’s 1920s photographs of women lounging around the French Riviera, and 1920s and 30s-inspired silhouettes floated down the runway during Badgley Mischka’s New York showing of their spring … Continue reading
H&M’s Paris Collection
Following the much-anticipated launch of its US online store, H&M is again on the radar of fashion-lovers and shopaholics alike. On August 22nd, the brand’s catwalk range, The Paris Collection, will be available for preview at a special two-day pop-up … Continue reading
Posted in Clothing, Events, Fashion, Pop-Ups
Tagged Collection preview, H&M, H&M Paris Collection, Meatpacking district, New York City, NYC pop-up, Online shopping, Pop-up retail, Pre-sale
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Retailers’ Dirty Little Secret
The use of sweatshops to mass produce fashion items has always been a controversial issue addressed by many different advocacy groups, causes and industries. What some people may not know is that many retailers aren’t in charge of arranging their … Continue reading
Posted in Business, Clothing, Companies, Fashion, Garment Factories, Retailers
Tagged Asia, Bangladesh, Business, Garment factories, Human Rights, Li & Fung, Mass production, New York Times, Retailers, Sourcing, Sweatshop
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The New H&M Shopping Experience!
Since July, fashionistas and sartorial news outlets have been counting down the days to retail chain H&M’s debut of its new US online store. And the time has finally arrived! The new online shopping experience for Americans launched on Thursday. … Continue reading
Posted in Accessories, Clothing, Events, Fashion, Personal Style, Store Launches
Tagged Fashion, Fashion News Live, H&M, Online shopping, Refinery29, Shopping, Shopping spree, United States
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Bridal Shower Style
I helped throw my cousin’s bridal shower last weekend for her upcoming nuptials in September. As the hostess, I wanted to make sure I looked chic but not upstage the bride. I went for something summery, flowy and comfortable … Continue reading
Posted in Accessories, Clothing, Events, Fashion, Personal Style, Weddings
Tagged Ariella Studio, Banana Republic, Bangles, Bridal shower, High-low hem dress, Michael Kors, Mossimo, Ombré, Open toe booties, Shopping, Showers and Parties, Target, Wide belt
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Ugly Ducklings 