Black Fashion Flair, the non-profit organization that works towards the “discovery and furtherance of black designers and black-owned brands,” has partnered with trailblazing contemporary artist Jean-Michel Basquiat’s estate for an art exhibit/collaboration entitled, “Those Who Dress Better,” that’s not only open for viewing, but also for shopping. To both honor and celebrate the late artist’s […]
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Bottega Veneta launches ‘Bottega for Bottegas’ for the Holidays
Bottega Veneta has announced the second iteration of its commitment to supporting international ‘bottegas’ for the holidays. In the spirit of the season, the fashion house wants to pay homage to various bottegas through its website, advertising, newsletters, store windows, as well as a custom display at Bergdorf Goodman in New York. As their website states, “‘Bottega’ translates […]
Instagram Unveils its 2023 Trend Report
What are Gen Z social media users looking forward to for the coming year? No need to be left in the dark because Instagram has just released its 2023 Trend Report, which focuses on the rising trends among 1,200 people aged 16-24 in the United States. The report was made in partnership with WGSN, a trend-forecasting […]
MAC Launches new Whitney Houston Makeup Collection
Whitney Houston was an internationally renowned singer, actress, and icon. She was also a style icon, known for embracing glamour in both her fashion and makeup. Just in time for the holiday season and in conjunction with the release of the biopic “I Wanna Dance With Somebody,” MAC Cosmetics is celebrating the late superstar by launching a […]
The State of Fashion for 2023: A Look Ahead
Business of Fashion and McKinsey have released their seventh annual joint report, The State of Fashion 2023, which discusses the major themes shaping the fashion economy and assesses a range of possible responses. Reflecting in-depth research and numerous conversations with industry leaders, it reveals the key trends likely to shape the fashion landscape in the […]
Pantone’s 2023 Color of the Year is ‘Viva Magenta’
Pantone’s 2023 color of the year is a “a carmine red,” made in conjunction with an AI tool, named Viva Magenta. Per a press release, it is “an unconventional shade for an unconventional time.” Pantone prides itself on choosing its color of the year with an eye for upcoming trends and an appreciation for the future cultural landscape. […]
Gucci is now taking Applications for their 2023 Changemakers Initiative
On Giving Tuesday, Gucci announced applications are open for its fourth class of the North America Changemakers initiative. These funds are intended, according to the press release, to “support talented students and non-profit organizations that amplify stories and opportunities within diverse communities inspiring solutions for a better future.” As the Gucci Changemakers site states, “the Impact Fund will […]
UGG Looks to the Future with New Shayne Oliver Collaboration
Winter footwear staple UGG has tapped designer Shayne Oliver for a new Fall/Winter 2022 collaboration. True to Oliver’s style, the new capsule flips UGG’s signature Classic Boot by launching it into the future. When Shayne Oliver first burst onto the fashion scene with “Hood By Air” back in 2010, the New York designer garnered a cult following of streetwear devotees. In addition to […]
The Balenciaga Scandal Continues to Unfold
Balenciaga’s holiday campaign has resulted in the opposite of holiday cheer. The luxury fashion brand has been receiving backlash since the launch of two separate Balenciaga ad campaigns released in the same week, and the imagery in one of them and context in another have been accused of being suggestive of child sexual abuse and […]
Raf Simons Announces He’s Shuttering His Fashion Label
It was quite a tumultuous week in the fashion world as two high-impact announcements from renowned creative directors took place. First Raf Simons’ announcement that the Belgian designer’s eponymous fashion label would close after almost 30 years in the business, and then Alessandro Michele breaking the news of his departure from Gucci. “I lack words […]