Tag: Trends
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Written by Sam Knowlton Edited by Léah Champagne It’s been 2-3 years since the baggy pants wave really took off, flooding the retail market in the blink of an eye and accompanying the outfits we see every day. Since 2022, the rebellious and laid-back attitude that crewed a post-COVID Gen Z has had loose-fitting denim…
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Written by Charlotte Dominy Written by Charlotte Dominy Napoleon Jackets: Welcome to the Vanguard There has always been something subtly powerful about elements of fashion that the modern world defines as “militaristic”: Double-breasted jackets, padded shoulders, turtle necks that don’t suffocate you but make you feel taller, and knee-high riding boots. Symbols traditionally associated with…
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Written by Naomi Pang Edited by Ella Caverson When thinking about British fashion, brands such as Vivienne Westwood, Alexander McQueen, and Ted Baker might come to mind. Yet, no brand encapsulates British luxury quite like Burberry. Only last year, Burberry was struggling to maintain a presence in the fashion industry with the last decade’s increasingly…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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By Lindsay Hohmann Edited by Ella Caverson Resort fashion, also known as cruise or pre-spring collections, are those released by designers between the spring/summer and fall/winter seasons from November to January. Cruise collections cater to those eager to escape the winter in favour of warmer destinations, hence the name “resort”. Without the pressure of runway…
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Written by Thelma Gauthier Edited by Leah Gilbert Polène is generating both excitement and debate with its rapid ascent to acclaim, opening of flagship stores in New York, Paris, and Tokyo, and its announcement regarding potential ties with the prestigious LVMH group. But what truly defines the brand’s quality, and what controversies linger beneath its…
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By Lindsay Hohmann Edited By Ella Caverson London-based label Peachy Den has launched a new limited-edition collection with Adidas Originals. The collection features 20 one-of-one refashioned designs that offer a spin on classic Adidas styles such as, upcycled sports jerseys, padded jackets, and ruched tops–all featuring the iconic three stripes. The two most anticipated items…