Category: Fashion Update

Balenciaga pushes boundaries at Paris Fashion Week

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What happened Balenciaga took over the historic Dome des Invalides for its Winter 24 show at the tail-end of Paris Fashion Week. In this partnership piece, we look at how the runway unfolded and how over 42 million fans in China tuned in to the March 3 show livestream. Attendees, including brand ambassadors Kim Kardashian and Thai actor and singer PP Krit, along with Chinese actress Yang Chaoyue, singer Bibi Zhou and actress Sun Qian, received invites in the form of gifts selected by Demna from eBay. eBay insignia T-shirts were later spotted slouching down the Balenciaga runway.Brand ambassador…Continue Reading

ISU students share spring fashion trends | News

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Ever since Punxsutawney Phil saw his shadow in February, students at Illinois State University have been planning their spring fashion lineup. Some have even begun wearing their spring outfits since the weather has become somewhat agreeable. Simple and classic Junior psychology major Emmanuel Reed prefers to keep his fit simple for the spring season. “I like to do sweatpants and a hoodie,” Reed said. “I like to feel comfortable. I’m most comfortable in sweatpants and a hoodie.” Freshman nursing major Julie Weeks agreed on the sweatshirt, preferring to keep things simple. “My favorite combo is shorts and a sweatshirt so…Continue Reading

Crackdown on super cheap fashion imports under review in France

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A bill that aims to crackdown on cheap fast-fashion imports from China by imposing an environmental tax and preventing them from advertising has reached the French parliament. The bill, proposed by former Prime Minister Edouard Philippe’s Horizons party, targets ‘ultra-fast fashion’ brands such as Shein, which offer a wide range of clothing for extremely low prices. Singapore-based online retailer Shein sells t-shirts for €1.50, coats for €9.99 and dresses from €15, all made in Guangzhou, China. It has become the third largest clothing retailer in France despite having no shops. ‘Massive amounts of pollution’ Shein has gained notoriety in recent…Continue Reading

2023 fashion trends add a tapestry of styles and colors

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The fashion landscape in 2023 has been a vibrant tapestry woven with threads of nostalgia, comfort, and a dash of audacious hues. From the timeless elegance of Old Money-style to the earthy allure of Maillard and the invigorating boldness of Dopamine Dressing, let’s dive into the trends that set hearts aflutter and streets ablaze over the past year.Gorpcore: blending functionality with style The term “Gorpcore” (Outdoor Style) itself is a portmanteau, combining “gorp,” slang for trail mix commonly consumed during outdoor activities, with “core,” denoting a central, fundamental aspect. In 2023, however, the word made its way into mainstream…Continue Reading

Meet the young Chinese talents making a splash in Paris

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Sign up to receive the Vogue Business newsletter for the latest luxury news and insights, plus exclusive membership discounts. This season, the Paris Fashion Week schedule gave a platform to an unprecedented number of young Chinese female designers. Each vastly different — from provocative to quiet luxury — they represent the range of brands coming out of China today. Now, they are battling to gain global recognition in the face of post-Covid challenges and the industry’s testing climate. Zhong Zixin’s eponymous brand debuted with a polished presentation of ornate designs presented by Vogue China and Hong Kong-based conglomerate Chow Tai…Continue Reading

Kim Kardashian leaves tag on Balenciaga dress at Paris Fashion Show event

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Kim Kardashian turned heads at a Paris Fashion Week event on Sunday with a possible fashion faux-pas – or did she mean it? The reality TV star and businesswoman wore a black dress to a Balenciaga show in the French capital with the tag still hanging from the back. The word Balenciaga was clearly visible as she walked by and posed for photographers, with the tag appearing to swing slightly and hitting her back. She shared an Instagram story showing the tag still attached to the back of the lace turtleneck outfit, which had long sleeves that covered beyond her…Continue Reading

Filson’s First Women’s Fashion Collection Taps Into Outdoorsy Archive

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For 127 years, Filson has been a go-to American heritage outfitter for its high-quality, outdoors-minded, durable men’s apparel, goods and accessories. Over the years the brand has seen the line resonate beyond male consumers and celebrities (counting Ryan Gosling, Chris Stapleton, Jon Hamm and more as fans), but also with female shoppers seeking its long-lasting functional-meets-fashionable styles.For the first time the label is debuting its full women’s collection for fall 2024, with archive-inspired styles set to hit stores in August.“For fall 2024, we really wanted to lean into what we’re famous for, which is really our outerwear, bags…Continue Reading

WISE Women’s Center Fashion with Passion annual style show

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BLUEFIELD, WV (WVNS) — WISE (Women In Search of Empowerment) Women’s Center will be hosting its annual Fashion with Passion style show at the Bluefield Arts Center.Remarkable Woman: Sarah DorseyThe event will take place on Saturday, April 13, 2024 from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM The event will raise awareness for WISE and will focus on all the women and at-risk teens who are working on themselves to improve their lives .“We created this event to provide exposure and understanding of WISE, our mission, and the women whom we serve. We also love having the opportunity to…Continue Reading