Tag: Trends

  • The Wallabee – Reimagining this Clarks’ Original

    By Lillie Braden Edited by Ella Querin What do both my mom’s 1970s high school wardrobe and Tyler the Creator’s 2020 Grammy’s look have in common? Here’s a hint: crepe soles, suede exteriors, and an iconic square toe silhouette. Clarks’ Wallabee sneaker, released in 1967, stands the test of time. Quickly gaining popularity in North…

  • The “Clean Girl” Aesthetic: How Did We Get Here?

    Chloë Isaac Edited by Naomi Gupta The appeal of the Clean Girl aesthetic at a glance is easily understood: it markets  simplicity and  effortlessness that are presented as attainable, combined with underlying themes of wellness and success. The fact of the matter is that the Clean Girl aesthetic requires far more of its devotees than…

  • SUMMER 2023 TRENDS RECAP

    Emilie Oceane Lespinasse Edited by Ella Querin Summer is THE time to experiment with one’s style as the weather allows us to be more playful rather than focusing on trying not to freeze in the cold. As the sweet, slow days of summer come to a close, here is a recap of some of the…

  • Size, Style, and Sensation: The Diesel Micro Skirt Backlash

    INES LONTRADE Edited by Angélique Gouws Whether you like it or not, it is undeniable that the Diesel micro skirt has made a hell of an impression. From the runway to your Instagram feed and your favorite influencers, the piece has clearly captured the spotlight. It all started on the Miu Miu runway during the…

  • Bloke to Blokette: The Best of Both Worlds

    Alyssa Chalmers This rising trend is probably one of my favourites to see gain internet popularity as of late. Blokette is defined as a feminine twist on the popular ‘bloke core’ aesthetic that has been all over social media for the last couple months, or at least on my side of the internet. However, I…

  • McGill Students Current Favourite Trends

    Luiza de Campos Mello Grijns Early signs of Spring in Montréal are accompanied by the revival of McGill’s fashion scene. After months of being resigned to our winter uniform comprised of Canada Goose, Blundstones, the Aritzia SuperPuff, and other borderline-ski ensembles, the temperature grazing 0 degrees feels like a luxury which should be celebrated accordingly.…

  • Style or Convenience? Let’s Unpack GORPCORE

    Angélique Gouws A combination of gorp and normcore, Gorpcore is an aesthetic of outdoor and utility clothing pieces turned into streetwear fashion. The style originated in 2017, when Jason Chen from “The Cut” introduced the Gorpcore term. It gained popularity in the late 2010s, and with the help of social media, became one of the…

  • MSCHF’s Big Red Boots – And Do They Have A Deeper Meaning?

    Angélique Gouws If you are at all active on social media, you have likely heard of MSCHF’s Big Red Boots. They are taking over internet fashion by a storm, with celebrities like Rich the Kid and Lil’ Wayne styling these jumbo, almost fake-looking boots. They’re dubbed as the “Astro Boots”, inspired by the Japanese Manga…

  • What to wear at Igloofest

    How does one dress up for Montreal’s coveted Igloofest festival? Singing and dancing in the snow might be a romanticized version of a concert, but surviving stylishly is as important. For this reason, the Circle of Fashion team has handpicked what we believe are your top picks for this event. Have a look, select, and…