Posts in Review
Valentino Garavani: The Last Emperor of Italian Fashion (1932–2026)

Valentino Garavani (1932–2026) was a towering figure in fashion whose refined glamour, mastery of couture, and iconic “Valentino red” defined Italian luxury for decades, dressing royalty and Hollywood alike before his passing in Rome at 93, marking the end of a golden era in haute couture.

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A New Chapter for FIT: Jason S. Schupbach and the Future of Fashion Education

Jason S. Schupbach’s appointment as FIT’s seventh president signals a new era in fashion education, one focused on interdisciplinary collaboration, deeper industry partnerships, and preparing the next generation of fashion leaders to navigate creativity, commerce, and cultural impact in a rapidly evolving industry.

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Fur Isn’t Back—It’s Breaking Down: Inside an industry in terminal decline

Despite claims of a fashion comeback, the global fur industry is rapidly collapsing—driven by an 85% drop in production, sweeping international bans, mounting public costs, and decisive rejection from fashion institutions, governments, and consumers alike.

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Oakley in Brazil: When Eyewear Becomes an Icon of Style and Urban Culture in São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro

Originally rooted in performance, innovation, and a defiant design ethos, Oakley evolved from technical sports eyewear into a global style symbol, finding strong resonance in Brazil—where São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro embraced its bold, futuristic aesthetic as a cultural uniform bridging sport, streetwear, and urban identity.

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2025: A Year of Style Rebellion, Reinvention & Refined Expression

In 2025, men’s and women’s fashion converges around refined self-expression—blending modernized nostalgia, relaxed tailoring, bold color, textural play, and quiet luxury—shaped as much by TikTok and Instagram micro-aesthetics as by runways and fashion editorials, with individuality, versatility, and intentional dressing at the core.

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Depop’s 2026 Trends Report Signals the Rise of “The Edited Self"

Depop’s 2026 Trends Report, The Edited Self, highlights a cultural shift toward intentional, personalized style—favoring clarity, consistency, and emotional connection over fast trends through refined uniforms, curated nostalgia, purposeful dressing, and elevated sportswear.

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Wet Wipes Are the Worst Thing for Your Sneakers, According to a Footwear Expert

A footwear expert warns that using wet wipes to clean sneakers may offer a quick fix, but the harsh chemicals strip protective coatings, dry out materials like leather, mesh, suede, and rubber, leave dirt-attracting residue, and ultimately cause cracking, discoloration, and faster wear—making gentle, sneaker-specific cleaning methods a far safer alternative.

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ELOREA and the Rise of K-Fragrance: A New Language of Scent

As K-beauty’s global influence expands into fragrance, NYC-based luxury label ELOREA is emerging as a leader of the K-fragrance movement, reinterpreting Korea’s ritualistic scent heritage through genderless, vegan, layerable perfumes crafted with heritage ingredients like ginseng and Jeju citrus, and presented through a slow, multi-sensory experience across its SoHo and Koreatown flagships.

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