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Fashion and Subculture: The Relationship Between Style and Community
Throughout past decades, subcultures have been significant in building communities for the marginalised, raising awareness for social issues, and even promoting political change. The way that we recognise these groups, however, is often a result of the subculture fashion that we associate with them. Whether it be pencil skirts, Dr Martens, or the 80s mohawk – fashion is emblematic of the beliefs and attitudes of these communities. With this in mind, today we will explore three such communities, and the way that fashion was (and continues to be) used to express the beliefs and identities of these subcultures. Expressive fashion in 1960s hippie culture As one of the most famous…
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Technology and Fashion: Putting Sustainability in Style
Beginning a new year offers us the chance to reflect on the past, and inevitably raises questions about what the future will hold. So, as we make our way into 2021, it is important to look at the crucial changes that are needed in the world of fashion. It’s no secret that, as one of the leading polluters on the planet and being responsible for 10% of global carbon emissions, serious changes are needed to make the fashion industry more sustainable. So, from vegan leather to 3D body scanning, here’s a look at three ways that technology and fashion can generate a greener future for the industry. Changing the fabric…
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The Top 5 Best Disabled Models of 2020
The inclusion of disability and diversity in the fashion industry has been an important topic for some time, with many renowned brands partnering with disabled models to increase diversity within the industry. And with a reported 14 million disabled people in the UK today, it’s vital that the modelling industry reflects this in its campaigns and on the runway – representing those who are often marginalised. With that in mind, then, here’s our list of the top 5 best disabled models that are breaking the mould and inspiring change in the fashion industry and beyond. 1. Ellie Goldestein First on our list of the best disabled models, is Ellie Goldstein…
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Express Yourself: The Relationship Between Fashion and Mental Health
Fashion – we love it, we hate it, and we spend a lot of money on it. So, it comes as no surprise that this three trillion-dollar industry has an interesting relationship with mental health and wellbeing. Granted, fashion’s impact on mental health probably isn’t something you consider when you get dressed each day, but this doesn’t minimise the weight of the issue – which is more expansive than you might first think. With this in mind, today, we want to take a look at how fashion can impact our mental health, from how it can box us in and free us all at once. Behind the façade of fashion…
