Words by Suraya Kazzuz Dearest Reader, The time has come to place out bets, for the upcoming social season. Take the young Bridgerton clan, whose outfits have garnered much attention. Consider the household of the Baron Featherington. The three young mistresses of the estate have been unfairly mocked for their vibrant dress. Who could forget, of course, the Queen herself in her elegant, decadent gowns? … Continue reading The Fashion of Bridgerton
words by: Abi Edwards The 1980s has been remembered for its iconic fashion evolution, such as Princess DianaÔÇÖs wedding dress, Katharine Hamnett t-shirts and acid wash jeans. It is also famous for the innovative musical styles and subcultures which emerged at the start of the decade. David Bowie and Prince were both the epitome of innovation within pop music culture, being known for their unique … Continue reading Bowie and Prince ÔÇô The Male Style Icons of the 80s
words by: Suraya Kazzuz Pierre Cardin is perhaps a less recognisable name for many people, but he has made a large impact on fashion during his 98 years on the planet. His recent death has led many people to go back and look at the way in which Cardin has influenced fashion during his long career. CardinÔÇÖs career started when he worked as a tailorÔÇÖs … Continue reading The Legacy of Pierre Cardin
By Nicole Rees-Williams Since the most recent instalment of NetflixÔÇÖs The Crown a new generation has been introduced to the peopleÔÇÖs princess. The Princess of Wales has a glowing reputation. She was (and still is) loved by the many for her kindness and humanitarian work. However, in a Vanity Fair article Eleri Lynn (curator of ÔÇÿDiana: Her Fashion StoryÔÇÖ) highlighted an all-important fact; ÔÇÿIt is … Continue reading Princess Diana: Best Fashion Moments
by Grace Hackett┬á SAVAGE┬á X┬á FENTY RihannaÔÇÖs Savage X Fenty is none other than a beautiful gift to the world. With sizes ranging from XS – 4XL, it shows us how lingerie and sleepwear can be empowering and sexy for every body-type. The inclusivity that this brand showcases is admirable and honest; it conveys how there is beauty in diversity and how it is something … Continue reading THE BEST SIZE INCLUSIVE BRANDS
Words by Maja Metera TikTok had bad reputation before COVID-19 happened seen as another silly thing that Gen-Z came up with. Well, at this point it became a blend between Instagram and YouTube as it combines aesthetic requirements and editing skills of both platforms. People started using it not only for comedy but also to show off their creativity. This way fashion left shopping hauls … Continue reading TikTok Fashion Aesthetic’s
The Ordinary Skincare has appeared from relative obscurity, but does it live up to the hype? Continue reading The Ordinary Skincare – Worth the Hype?
Words and Photos by Anna Kerslake While Freshers is going to be a very different experience for those going to Cardiff this year, there is still a need to brainstorm outfit ideas that will give people you meet a good first impression of you and your style. As a third year looking back at what I choose to wear to Freshers week, IÔÇÖm slightly disappointed … Continue reading FresherÔÇÖs Fashion Guide
by Joshua Allen As a fresher, shopping in Cardiff can be extremely overwhelming, with such a large option of high street shops, it becomes easy to succumb to some of the more well-known shops available in the city. What makes CardiffÔÇÖs shopping experience more interesting than others is the selection of independent vintage shops within the city, whether it is in one of the famous … Continue reading FresherÔÇÖs Guide – Best Places to Shop in Cardiff
Words by Rachel Citron Introducing the new GET THE LOOK series, a one stop destination to find fashion inspiration from a wide range of celebrities, red carpet fashion, street style and social media trends. Often when coming across a picture of a celebrityÔÇÖs outfit, a number of points run through my head, from ÔÇ£wow I need a stylistÔÇØ to ÔÇ£how much is my bank balance … Continue reading GET THE LOOK SERIES: Model Off-Duty
by Rowan Davies ÔÇÿShe got a papyrus basket for him and coated it with tar and pitch. Then she placed the child in it and put it among the reeds along the bank of the NileÔÇÖ– Exodus 2:3 The story of Moses, one of the most recognisable Biblical narratives, serves as a universal reminder that young kings and queens all over the world have the … Continue reading The Fashion of Beyonc├®’s Black Is King
We interviewed Cardiff University student Katie Wray about her Depop account, upcycling and how she’s used this to raise donations for Anti-Racism charities. Why did you start selling clothes you’d made on depop? I really wanted to take advantage of all my spare time over lockdown and focus on my creative hobbies more. IÔÇÖve always hoped to improve my sewing so that I could make … Continue reading Interview: Katie Wray on Depop and Upcycling Clothes
by Darci Black Dealing with the coronavirus pandemic means we have had to change and adapt to numerous new ways of life, in turn creating a ÔÇÿnew normalÔÇÖ way of living. One of these adaptions is wearing a protective face mask, something that is becoming mandatory in different ways across the UK. But for something that is now essential, these coverings shouldnÔÇÖt have to be … Continue reading Are Face Masks the New Fashion Accessory?
by Rhi├ón Lock The conversation surrounding the recent Black Lives Matter protests across the world has forced all of us to consider more ways in which we can support the black community. ┬áFor many of us, this contribution includes ensuring that we are buying from ethical, diverse and underrepresented black-owned businesses. Whilst this is by no means an exhaustive list, if you are already thinking … Continue reading BAME Fashion and Beauty Companies
By Denise Dogan Dior started off the Fall/Winter Paris Fashion Week with an unforgettable statement. Around the room, every where you seemed to look, there was a statement in support of female empowerment. DiorÔÇÖs creative director Maria Grazia Chiuri didnÔÇÖt stop there to show support for female empowerment. DiorÔÇÖs Fall/Winter line for this year brought back the 2000ÔÇÖs grunge look we have missed. WeÔÇÖve seen … Continue reading Dior FW2020 Paris Fashion Week: A Show Focused on Female Empowerment
By Annabelle Ingram London Fashion Week was Privy to a bold new collection. Bobby Abley revealed PrimarkÔÇÖs first ever fashion week collaboration at the event, bringing to life more of your favourite characters. Abley is a London-based designer, recognised for his flamboyant, funky and fun work who studied design at Ravensbourne College, before embarking on a year round adventure in L.A. It was whilst in … Continue reading Bobby Abley X Primark Collaboration: A Review
By Stephanie Israel With the growth of fast fashion, the massive demand for more clothes and the quick turnaround of trends, fashion waste is becoming more and more of a pertinent and concerning issue for the environment. Unknowing to many peopleÔÇÖs knowledge, contemporary clothing is mostly made from plastic, which includes material like polyamide, nylon, polyester and acrylic. When washed, clothes made from these fabrics … Continue reading Fashion and It’s Extensive Use of Microplastics
By Meg Burgess Simplicity, elegance and well-cut design – these are the easy calling cards of Scandinavian fashion, which is taking the fashion world by storm. Danish fashion is fast becoming one of the front runners of the sustainability movement, where designers are placing even more emphasis on environmentally friendly fashion. This comes at a perfect time in the global fashion movement, where consumers are … Continue reading How Copenhagen is Leading the Sustainable Fashion Movement
By Sarah Harris This Boxing Day, I decided to brave the cold and wet weather and take on Oxford Street. I usually prefer to spend the day curled up in bed and browsing through online sales but given that I was spending this holiday season with family in London, we decided to risk getting trampled on by crazy shoppers to see if we could score … Continue reading Inditex – The Fashion Market’s Biggest Giant
By Rowan Davies In the decorative village of Crenshaw, Los Angeles; an indestructible Beyonc├® cascades from a crystal blue Californian sky in the fresh ad campaign for her collaboration with Adidas. It is on a very rare occasion that we as a society are presented with such a singular influential force that has the ability to capture our immediate attention and pause every moment in … Continue reading Ivy Park X Adidas: A Review
