FASHION CRUSH FRIDAY: Cowboy Boots
Yes, you can wear them in the city. Western style boots have gained popularity over the last few years, considered a surprise trend at 2017 fashion weeks (like this double facing boot from hood by air New York show, or more subtly peeking out from under ranchwear influenced collars and buttons in almost every one of […]
Fashion Crush Friday: Grace Coddington
By Allison Oberlin It is high time to acknowledge one of the most inspiring figures in fashion, who serves as the measuring stick for any magazine’s creative director. Grace Coddington or “The Cod” grew up in a small area in the United Kingdom and began her modeling career through a photo contest in Vogue. With […]
Fashion Crush Friday: Raf Simons
Cierra Artis, Creative Director On Thursday, October 22, Raf Simons announced his departure from Christian Dior. The Belgian newcomer was appointed as Creative Director of the prestigious fashion house in early 2012– eight weeks before that years’ Autumn/Winter couture show, and over a year after Dior’s last creative director, John Galliano, was dismissed from his […]
Fashion Crush Friday: Ralph Lauren
Allison Oberlin, Guest Columnist On Tuesday September 29, 2015, Ralph Lauren stepped down from his position as Chief Executive Officer of Ralph Lauren Inc. However, he still remains with the company as Executive Chairman and Chief Creative Director of the brand. “This is important to say: There is no toe in the water…I won’t be […]
FASHION CRUSH FRIDAY: MAN REPELLER
By Allison Oberlin Fashion blogging has become a popular career path for photographers, entrepreneurs and writers looking to find their voice within the fashion industry. Today, personal style is emphasized more than trendiness, which is another reason why blogging has come to the forefront. The most popular blog today is called Man Repeller, a quirky […]
Fashion Crush Friday: Suno
Cierra Artis, Creative Director New York Fashion Week is here once again to give us a peek of what cool, classic, and controversial trends are coming our way in the Spring of 2016. Many of us are watching the runways intently, gawking at designs from our familiar favorites such as Givenchy, Alexander Wang, Tommy Hilfiger and […]
Fashion Crush Friday: Richard Avedon
Allison Oberlin, Guest Columnist Fashion photography was not originally perceived as an art form. In the 1950s and 1960s a shift in attitude towards photography and fashion encouraged innovators to push the boundaries of tradition. At the same time, a revitalization of the fashion industry produced innovative and sophisticated designs from the likes of Christian Dior, […]
Fashion Crush Friday: Guo Pei
Allison Oberlin, Guest Columnist On May 4th the Metropolitan Museum of Art unveiled its latest costume exhibition, “China: Through the Looking Glass”. The event highlighted the influence of Chinese culture in fashion. At the Met Gala opening of the event, the most memorable gown from the red carpet was worn by the daring Rihanna, a […]
Fashion Crush Friday: Josh Goot
Allison Oberlin, Guest Columnist Worn by the likes of Mia Wasokowska, Kim Kardashian and Margaret Zhang, his designs are internationally recognized. The Australian designer who began his company a mere ten years ago has created a highly respected luxury brand, showing his work in Australia, London and New York fashion weeks. This designer and […]
Fashion Crush Friday: Fendi
When it comes to the luxury leather game, the Italians definitely do it best. Locally sourced materials, an eye for craftsmanship, and a healthy dose of humor have made brands like Gucci and Prada household names. The fact that many of them have managed to keep their businesses family run operations is just another testament […]
Fashion Crush Friday: Alexander Wang
Allison Oberlin, Guest Columnist Alexander Wang is a part of a new generation of up-and-coming American designers on track to become a classic American brand like Ralph Lauren, Tommy Hilfiger and Donna Karan. After designing for the famed label, Balenciaga and collaborations with H&M he is now perhaps one of the most sought-after designers in […]
Fashion Crush Friday : Donna Karan
In observance of tomorrow’s impending celebration, today’s Fashion Crush Friday highlights a person who has played a significant role in defining America’s fashion identity: Donna Karan. On Tuesday, Karan announced that she will be stepping down as the head designer of her eponymous label. The news came on the heels of Donna Karan’s parent company, […]