Author: circleoffashion

  • Jacob Elordi and Bottega Veneta Make a Wonderfully Complementary Pair 

    Written by Lindsay Hohmann Edited by Ella Caverson Bottega Veneta ambassador, Jacob Elordi, starred in the latest Fall ”Going Places” campaign for the design house. Creative Director Mathieu Blazy’s vision celebrated the essence of travel by shooting in the breathtaking deserts of Utah and Nevada. When asked about the concept behind the campaign, Blazy stated…

  • How Harmful Are Dupes to the Luxury Market?

    Written By Lindsay Hohmann Edited by Olivia Taylor The swift rise of social media’s influence on the fashion industry, characterised by constantly shifting trend cycles, has made it increasingly difficult for shoppers to invest in and stay up-to-date with the latest luxury styles. This has led a great many consumers to fill their wardrobes with…

  • The Row’s Billion Dollar Deal

    Written by Annabelle Aree Lee Edited by Leah Gilbert In the current high fashion scene, there is one brand that unignorably has taken the industry by storm in recent years. The Row, a luxury fashion brand founded in 2006 by iconic twins Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen, marks the duo’s transition from the acting world to…

  • i-D temporarily ceases print and online operations: Is it paving the way for a comeback or heading toward oblivion? History of the most Punk Fashion magazine

    Written by Thelma Gauthier  Edited by Ella Caverson i-D magazine was created by Terry Jones in 1980, and initially embodied a culture of rock, punk, and anti-conformity. Jones, who previously served as art director for British Vogue, brought his unique perspective as an artist of many mediums to the magazine. Jones’ ambition as an artist…

  • Paris Fashion Week: Highs and Lows

    Written by Zoё Frantz Edited by Leah Champagne Paris Fashion Week certainly had some standout moments. There were the usual suspects, including Louis Vuitton, Vivienne Westwood, and Miu Miu, but also smaller fashion houses, such as Maitrepierre, and those that have steadily risen, like Paloma Wool. Many brands, such as Chanel, played to their strengths…

  • Victoria’s Secret: The Rise, Fall, and Uncertain Rebirth of a Fashion Icon

    Written by Thelma Gauthier Edited by Leah Gilbert Victoria’s Secret has indeed experienced a tumultuous journey from its founding in 1977 to its current efforts to reinvent itself as a brand.  The brand’s name is a nod to the Victorian era – when high-class women’s undergarments would be hidden in “secret.” This influence is reflected…

  • Boat Shoes Have Docked… Again?

    Zoё Frantz Edited by Leah Champagne Although the days of going to the beach and being by the water are coming to an end, one residual effect of summer that I have noticed is the sudden resurgence in boat shoes. An extension of the more broad coastal style, I must say I am a little…

  • The Fashion Industry Wants You To Vote in the 2024 Presidential Election

    Annabelle Aree Lee Edited by Olivia Taylor Every four years holds special significance for Americans—it’s when the presidential election occurs, the most pivotal event in U.S. politics, shaping not only the national policy direction but also influencing global zeitgeist for the next four years. This past summer, in my hometown of Mercer Island, a suburb…

  • The Best Fashion Looks of the 2024 US Open

    Lindsay Hohmann Edited by Ella Caverson Every year, the US Open attracts a diverse array of celebrities, who all gather to witness the top tennis players in action. Along with the A-list entourage comes a showcase of unforgettable fashion moments. Over the past year, the convergence of athletics and fashion has gained momentum, culminating at…

  • My Fair Lady: A Timeline of America’s Chicest First Ladies

    Written by Zoё Frantz Edited by Leah Champagne We are coming up on one of my favourite times of the year – the leaves are beginning to change colours, you may have to wear a coat to class, and, this year in particular, there is an election to follow. As yet another race for office…