• A short introduction to the Sari

    In light of Diwali and the Ball that accompanied it (pun intended), Impact Style‘s Disha Daswaney talks about the Sari, its cultural heritage and how to wear it.  I clearly remember before a wedding function I would see my mum draping and pleating this massive piece of fabric –...
  • Night of a Thousand Sequins

    Diwali, also known as the festival of light, marks the Indian New Year. As such it is one of the largest out of the countless festivals in Hindu culture.  With the word ‘Deepawali’ literally meaning “A row or cluster of lights” or “rows of diyas (clay lamps)”, Diwali is...
  • What I really thought of DASH

    As one of Impact Style‘s ‘contributors abroad’, Jo Grimwood went and staked out the infamous DASH store in Miami. The Kardashian sisters’ fame has escalated in a somewhat unconventional manner In the past decade. Their father, Robert Kardashian, appeared in the media spotlight when he famously defended O.J. Simpson...
  • Glam Rock: A British Subculture

    Impact Style investigates British subcultures and their styles. Eleanor Bateman delves deep into Glam Rock, its front men and the ideologies behind the movement.   ‘Glam Rock’, a term often used to describe a genre of music, not only describes the physical appearance of members of the subculture, but also embodies their...
  • A Farewell to Raf Simons

    Belgian legend Raf Simons is undeniably one of the most creative and innovative designers in the fashion industry. Starting off as a furniture and interior designer he has proved that there are no boundaries to his talent. As well as establishing a successful edgy self-proclaimed label, Raf Simons was...
  • Inspirations of the Week

    Five things that inspired us this week and determined the way we dressed. This week’s inspirations are a testament to girls that run the world – and do it in style. Adele If you haven’t seen the video for Adele’s new single ‘Hello’…firstly: have a watch above, you’re missing...
  • #HMBalmaination – a Review

    The time has come. The Balmain x H&M collection is finally here. After months of speculation, the final products are available, and the best part is, you can purchase the pieces. This is perhaps the most hotly anticipated fashion collaboration of 2015, and it is not difficult to see...