Posts by Isabella Hamilton
A Dive Into the Archives

Much of fashion was, and still heavily is, influenced by the designers and creative minds of the 90’s. Some of the most iconic runways and collections debuted, and many worked tirelessly to create a name for themselves in a cutthroat industry. In addition, this was […]

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The Intersection of Sports & Fashion

In the world of fashion, Jacquemus can do no wrong. Creative Director and Designer, Simon Porte Jacquemus, proved this statement time and time again through his collaboration with Nike. In a highly anticipated 15-piece collection, released on the 27th of June, this Nike x Jacquemus collection has shone a light on the rise of athleisure’s presence in high fashion, two facets that have generally …

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Kate Bartlett: NYC’s Favourite Fashion Student

Tiktok has been a proponent of overnight fame, and Kate Bartlett has recently found herself in the middle of it all. Gaining almost 100,000 followers overnight from her “What I Spend in a Day As a Fashion Student in New York” video, she has proved herself an inspiration and role model for many interested in fashion, beauty, and lifestyle advice. Kate is currently enrolled at the Fashion Institute of Technology in NYC, studying …

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Kit Keenan: More Than Just a Pretty Face

It comes as no surprise to find Kit Keenan dominating the world of social media and influencing. Daughter of American fashion designer Cynthia Rowley, Kit has most definitely picked up some invaluable skills from her mom that have led her to the success she has had recently. As beautiful as she is, she is much more than just a pretty face, or one that you might recognize from last year’s season of ‘The Bachelor’ …

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Devon Lee Carlson: The It Girl

Entrepreneur, model, youtuber, and owner of one of the best closets I’ve ever laid my eyes on are a few titles used to describe Instagram’s it girl, Devon Lee Carlson. Her love of fashion began before she even entered the world of social media, and she attributes her current style to that of her 10-year-old self. Scrolling through her Instagram, you’ll find yourself inundated with baby tees, sparkly eye …

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The Interconnectedness of Creative Design, Journalism and Photography in Fashion

Having the ability to succeed as a fashion designer requires possessing a multitude of skills that transcend the current time period. Those who leave a mark on the industry know how to build a portfolio of skills transferable across numerous jobs. A few designers, in particular, have honed their skills in areas of creative design, journalism, and photography, taking what they have learned and finding success in several professions.

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Givenchy SS22

It’s not often that a fashion house as established as Givenchy strays from the norm. Dark, edgy, and contemporary pieces are typical of the brand, so their SS22 collection was a breath of fresh air. The show was opened by industry favourite Steinberg, who emulates exactly what the brand is all about. A star-studded line-up of 67 models set the scene for a new era of Givenchy.

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The Return of Low-Rise: Miu Miu SS22

If there were only one word to describe the Miu Miu SS22 show, it would be low-rise. The cursed word that no one wants to hear, let alone see, is on display when they buy their next pair of jeans. There’s been speculation about the comeback of low-rise for a couple of years now, but after watching the Miu Miu show, there is no doubt that the prominent trend of the 2000s is back with full force.

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Paloma Elsesser: NYFW SS22

New York Fashion Week SS22 has officially come to a close, but not without making some major noise in what seems to be a return to normalcy. In-person shows, presentations and events took place after a long pandemic-induced break, and this week has for sure attempted to make up for the lost time. The NYFW schedule was packed, with shows running from 9 am-9 pm all week long.

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Proof Canada: The Importance of Textiles, Quality & Fit

The conversation around the future of the fashion industry tends to lean towards sustainability and waste management. The term sustainability itself can draw many different definitions for everyone, especially since it acts as more of an umbrella term to describe the interconnectedness of social, political, and economic development in relation to the environment.

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Dior Men SS22

There is no denying the fact that fashion and music are intertwined. The creative director of Dior, Kim Jones, took that statement literally when he decided to collaborate on his SS22 menswear collection with American rapper and producer Travis Scott.

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It Takes A Village: Angel Chang & Her Commitment to Sustainability

With the rise of performative activism on many of our timelines, it has become difficult to differentiate between clothing brands that genuinely strive to maintain a sustainable agenda and those that are just hopping on the bandwagon. Designer Angel Chang fully embodies what it means to care for the earth, evident through her electricity-free brand’s commitment to sustainability, cultural knowledge, preservation, and strong will to empower the younger generation.

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