10 People Share The Fashion Advice They Wish They Had When They Were Younger
A concept that some forget about fashion is that it is an ever-changing thing. Fashion is an outward expression of our inner thoughts, beliefs and feelings so it is imperative that we dress in ways that we love. So, we reached out to our followers to ask for their fashion advice/tips that they wish they had known about earlier in the hopes it may help someone else!
The Deadly History Of Green Victorian Gowns
During the 19th century, there was an uptick in demand for green dye, the only problem is that it contained arsenic. There were reports of babies dying in their green-wallpaper nurseries, people’s hands breaking out in blisters after trying on green gloves and even a foreign dignitary telling Queen Victoria that he felt ill due to the wallpapers being used in Buckingham Palace.
The Truth Is That Twee Never Truly Went Away - The Evergreen 60s Inspired Style
TikTok is predicting the resurgence of an old fashion aesthetic, the early 2010s Tumblr era Twee style, associated with stars like Zooey Deschanel and Alexa Chung. The style takes inspiration from mod fashions from the 60s and 70s and has evolved into something new.
12 Fashion And Beauty Gifts For The Holiday Season
Knowing what to buy someone during the festive period can be difficult, but we’ve taken away some of the guesswork. Here are our top fashion and beauty stocking fillers for this December, from Le Labo perfume to a good old pair of socks.
The Lost Art Of Lacemaking
For hundreds of years, lacemaking was a major craft in Europe. Woven by specialist lacemakers for hours and hours on end, lace was an expensive material. Nowadays, it is a common textile used in many different garments at an affordable price. The place and time of the “origin” of lace is a disputed fact. Some say it was the late 15th century, others point to the 16th century.
How Using A Wardrobe Rail Transformed My Relationship With My Clothes
During the process of moving into a new home, I abandoned the idea of having a traditional wardrobe, instead, I opted to use a wardrobe rail. What has it taught me? All sorts and I now intend on keeping it long term!
How To Shop With Intention This Black Friday
It’s Black Friday and sales are rife, both online and in-store. There are many negative impacts from this day, from 99% off sales at stores like Pretty Little Thing and people going into debt. How can we shop with intention today?
7 Oversized Blazers For A Smart-Casual Look
The blazer has made a comeback and, unsurprisingly, it’s the 90s aesthetic that has come with it. Oversized blazers are now back and better than ever and they are particularly adept at smartening up a casual outfit. Here are our top shopping picks.
How To Get The Outlander Look This Winter
The hit tv series Outlander has created an obsession with the 18th-century Scottish highlander aesthetic, perfect for the winter season. How can you incorporate Claire Fraser into your closet? Easily!
Why Don’t We Wear Hats Anymore?
For thousands of years wearing a head covering has been commonplace both for religious and social reasons, but in the mid-1960s the everyday wearing of hats fell from favour, so why? The increased usage of cars and modern sunglasses are popular theories.
The Meteoric Rise of Miss Sohee
Miss Sohee is the up and coming brand of Sohee Park, a Central Saint Martins 202 graduate. With her designs being worn by the likes of Cardi B, Naomi Campbell and most recently Gemma Chan, this is a brand to keep an eye on.
The History of Purple Dye, Molluscs And A Victorian Teenager
Throughout history purple has been a colour closely associated with royalty, holiness and spirituality, but what made purple dye so expensive and rare? The use of molluscs to create Tyrian dye meant it was a difficult tincture to produce.
The Chunky Knits You Need This Winter
As we slowly leave Autumn and enter Winter it’s time to make sure we have the perfect knitwear in our wardrobes. You can never go wrong with a good old chunky knit sweater, so here are our top picks for this season!
A Run Down of All The Kardashian Engagement Rings
Now that Kourtney Kardashian and Blink-182’s Travis Barker have gotten engaged, another Kardashian-Jenner wedding is on the cards. She’s not the first of the family to have an extravagant engagement ring however, we take a look at some of the other massive rings from the family.
The Patriarchal Origins Of Popular Fashion History Myths
One of the most common assertions heard regarding the historical dress of women is the claim that all women simply did not like the fashions of the time; wearing them only due to patriarchal pressure and to conform to the male gaze. However, this claim in itself is quite misogynistic.
Medieval Body Hair And The Curious Practice Of Forehead Plucking
Throughout history and in all cultures hair has been of high importance, a way to express marital or religious status as well as a symbol of beauty. Our middle ages ancestors had some quite disturbing beliefs about body hair which led to some odd hair trends.
The Little Black Dresses Perfect For Your November Closet
As we settle into the cosiness of November we look to our wardrobes for equally comfortable items of clothing, however, if you do not have a little black dress you are missing out on the true joys of these versatile items.
Just Some Of Zendaya’s Greatest Red Carpet Moments
In recent years Zendaya has proven herself to be an upcoming icon of fashion, tackling and setting trends left, right and centre. Don’t believe us? Just take a look at her impressive red carpet looks, many of which have sent social media into meltdowns!
Fashionable Halloween Costume Ideas For 2021
Halloween is almost here and you may not have gotten your costume together yet! Here are some super fashionable ideas for your costume from Bridgerton and Sex Education to Squid Game and Wanda Maximoff.
The Truly Terrifying Halloween Costumes Of The Victorian Era
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This unofficial syllabus covers the brands, moments, designers, and ideas in women’s traditional workwear that have long been omitted from the conversation. While it’s not fully comprehensive, it is a good place to start if you want to look like you know how to change a tire.