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  • Arc’teryx’s Explosion from Cult Outdoors Label to Mainstream Fashion Phenomenon

    By Lindsay Hohmann  Edited by Ella Caverson  Arc’teryx is by any means not a new label–founded in 1989 in North Vancouver, British Columbia, the brand has long been a favourite among outdoor enthusiasts.Over the past year, Arc’teryx has seen a surge in popularity across social media, sported by artists such as Drake and Frank Ocean,…

  • Louis Vuitton x Takashi Murakami: A Masterpiece of Art and Luxury

    Written by Thelma Gauthier Edited by Olivia Taylor Louis Vuitton has always embraced a bold creative impulse, as demonstrated by their appointment of Pharrell Williams as artistic director, the architectural brilliance of the Louis Vuitton Foundation, placing their trust in Frank Gehry, and ever since their operation in support of artistic patronage (recently featuring Tom…

  • Amy Winehouse: The Rockabilly Diva with a Heart of Gold

    Written by Zoё Frantz Edited by Leah Champagne Amy Winehouse’s music was and remains a shining lighthouse for listeners to take comfort in when the weight of the world feels like a storm. Although her career and life were cut far too short, her four albums, Frank, Back to Black, Lioness: Hidden Treasures, and Amy…

  • Elie Saab: Haute Couture Spring/Summer 2025 collection 

    Writer: Annabelle Aree Lee Editor: Leah Gilbert One of my favorite aspects of Paris Fashion Week—and fashion weeks in general—is the opportunity it provides to discover new designers.. Last year, I came across the label Miss Sohee by Sohee Parkand even wrote a blog post about her. Since then, I’ve been following her on social…

  • December in Fashion: The Artistic Director Appointments You Missed

    Written by Thelma Gauthier Edited by Olivia Taylor Between final exams and the holiday season, December can feel like a whirlwind for most students. But since the fashion world never slows down, there is much to catch up on. Here is a recap of some of the major events that closed out the year in…

  • Jacquemus Embraces the “Shot on iPhone”

    Written by Lindsay Hohmann Edited by Ella Caverson Jacquemus made history at Paris Fashion Week with the first-ever runway show filmed entirely on iPhones. The show, which showcased Jacquemus’ mid-century-inspired collection La Croisière, fused traditional styles with contemporary technology. A star-studded lineup featuring Christy Turlington, Irina Shayk, and Adriana Lima brought the collection to life,…

  • 2025: Ins and Outs

    2025: Ins and Outs

    Written by Zoё Frantz Edited by Leah Champagne Dearest readers, the time has come for another ins and outs list you probably don’t want. Vogue has one, ELLE has one, everyone online seems to have one, and now COF has one, too. Although ins and outs lists now seem to be a perfunctory part of…

  • Let’s Talk About The Valentino SS25 Show

    Author: Jersey Nadel Editor: Jack Bouchard Valentino’s Spring Summer 2025 Haute Couture Collection, titled Vertigineux (‘Vertiginous,’) takes an angled approach to haute couture, subverting our expectations of what is possible in the medium. Under the direction of Alesandro Michele, the show coincided with Paris Fashion Week (PFW) and was shown alongside esteemed fashion houses such…

  • Isabel Marant and the Return of Boho Chic

    Author: Annabelle Aree Lee Editor: Leah Gilbert As the year came to a close, fashion creators on TikTok  shared their predictions for the trends that will define 2025. I’ve seen lots of lace, long dresses, flowy floral prints, and one designer’s name repeatedly popping up—Isabel Marant. And this got me thinking… When was the last…

  • 3 Takeaway Trends From 2024

    Written by Thelma Gauthier Edited by Olivia Taylor As 2024 comes to a close, a look back on the fashion trends of the year proves fashion once again to be a curious beast. Trends have come and gone, only to reappear—reimagined and revitalized for a new generation of style enthusiasts. Here is an analysis of…