Author: circleoffashion

  • Gucci by Demna: Revitalizing or Replicating?

    Written by Luke Christian-Smith Edited by Jack Bouchard The date is February 6th, 2025, and fashion week is only two weeks away. Gucci has seen its value plummet by more than 60% in the last two years. Their runways are fraught in minimalist “basics,” existing in opposition to the brand’s bold reputation. Headlines are silent…

  • Manolo Blahnik’s Marie Antoinette Collection: A Reflection of Sombre Times.

    Written by Charlotte Dominy Edited by Leah Gilbert As the eve of the revolution approaches, Kirsten Dunst’s costumes in Sofia Coppola’s cult classic Marie Antoinette become heavier, stricter, and darker. The frills are forgone for firm and simple silhouettes, reflecting her turmoil from outside in. A similar development of  depth is found in the colour…

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

    Written by Zoe 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…

  • “Castle Core” Explained

    Written by Zoё Frantz Edited by Leah Champagne As we’ve all come to know, fashion perpetually recycles itself. The clothing we deem “current” today is greatly inspired by the styles of decades past, those of the decades before, and so on. So, it is no surprise that in 2025, this pattern continues; what may be…

  • LVMH Prize: A Gateway to Fashion’s Future

    Written by Thelma Gauthier Edited by Olivia Taylor LVMH, the French conglomerate behind prestigious luxury houses such as Louis Vuitton and Dior – as well as renowned champagne brands such as Moët & Chandon – has increasingly become an industry powerhouse under Bernard Arnault’s leadership. In light of this, the LVMH Prize has established itself…

  • Catherine Deneuve: An Icon of Style

    Written by Thelma Gauthier Edited by Olivia Taylor Catherine Deneuve, who recently shone as president of the 50th César Awards, embodies the history of French and international cinema. From the French New Wave, with Le Dernier Métro, to independent films and lighthearted comedies, the actress has continually reinvented herself over the decades, always dressed by…

  • 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…