Haute couture

Fashion in the 18th century was characterised by greater abundance, elaboration and intricacy in clothing designs as it was influenced by the trends in the Rococo period, also known as late baroque period. Fashion was greatly influenced by iconic fashion figures such as Marie Antoinette. Womens clothing retained the emphasis on a narrow, inverted conical torso achieved with bone stays, above full skirts. Hoop skirts reached their maximum size in 1750s and began to reduce in size but remained…

Over the years Native American fashion has come a long way, transforming from feathered headdresses and buckskin outfits to contemporary designs that are fashionable yet reflect the Native American culture in creative new ways. The Native Fashion Now exhibit at the Peabody Essex Museum in Salem, MA curated by Karen Kramer showcased 75 indigenous designers who prove that Native American fashion is not what is used to be. Linda Welters brought the show to our class by presenting it through…

A large fish stands on two legs, the vibrant colors luring onlookers in, while standing as a massive structure. Alexander Calder’s stabiles have become extremely famous for their simplicity and hidden beauty. Calder’s work inspired a new movement of hanging wire sculptures and gargantuan firmly planted structures, each seemingly abstract, but with a true inspiration. Alexander Calder was born into a family of artists, with his mother, father and grandfather famous artists. When he was…

Paris, in Full Bloom and Color, in the Early 1900s. No one is a stranger to the black and white vintage photographs back in the day. Despite that exhausting trend, Leon Gimpel, Stephane Passet, Georges Chevalier, and Auguste Leon set out in 1909 under the strict instructions of a French banker Albert Kahn and went on a journey around the world armed with only an Autochrome Lumière. Their rule was simple: go out to the world and document it in vivid and alive colors. These photographers took…

Form the changing backdrops of 1960s fashion photography, also came a major change in the type of fashion portrayed. There was a total overhaul from 1950’s fashion to 1960’s. No longer were the models were haughty and stylised, as before in the 1950, where much of the attention was focused on those who were rich and famous. Entering this new era of British fashion photography meant their was a a calling for “someone you and touchable, someone who was part of the world in which you lived and…

Fast Fashion When I enter a Forever 21, I am overwhelmed with the amount of clothing. The endless varieties of styles, colors, and jewelry to choose with rock bottom prices. I spend hours in the store making sure I haven’t surpassed anything. As I finish up my rounds, I find my arms full of treasures I discovered along the way. It’s always a nerve-racking experience, knowing I have all of these cute things, but only a limited amount of money in my pocket. Looking down at the price tags, I was…

My first inspiration for wanting to go into fashion came, when I was with my friends. We would always talked about our outfits for the day. Since then, I always had a passion for fashion. I love how fashion can attract others’ attention. I love how fashion can show their own personality characteristic. I see fashion as an art. Designers express themselves by what they make. Consumers express themselves by what they wear. Since then, I’ve been dreaming about pursuing my interest and future in the…

The terms Waist trainer latex, corset or waist cincher have similar meanings but there are also slight differences. So, let's get familiar with these. Introduction Waist trainer latex/corsets are usually tight-laced in order to wear. It is also known as a waist trainer corset. Generally, it's made from latex or rubber seam. It is typically worn as a foundation, for fashion and for fun. Waist trainer latex will provide you an immediate transformation to a temporary, smaller waist and it will…

As Cher Horowitz would say, “You see how picky I am about my shoes, and those only go on my feet.” If Clueless took place in 2017 NYC, then this outfit would have been Cher’s iconic, yellow, plaid skirt-suit ensemble. This look has transcended along the ages. Plaid never goes out of style, and neither does our lookbook! Christine of Louis Reign has shared with us that, “My style is edgy with a twist. I love neutral colors and mixing vintage pieces with luxury pieces.” Her outfit screams just…

In the novel Overdressed by Elizabeth Kline, the reader explore the world of fast fashion along with the impact it has on us and the world. From the social aspect of the fashion industry, we always look for the newest fashion and for cheap. For example most people buy new clothing just to keep up with what is so called a trend. We also have engrave in our minds that if you see a nice piece of clothing that’s discounted we are more prone to pick it up and purchase it, because if we leave it we…