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Fashion has never been a stranger to political protests. It all began in the 19th and 20th centuries when avant-garde artists displayed their opinions of society via t-shirt slogans and anti-establishment dress codes. For example, the most notorious example that comes to mind is when Katherine Hamnett, esteemed British...
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For the rich and famous, Monday was not just May Day but the most style-orientated event of the year – The Met Gala. The theme of this year’s event was esteemed Japanese fashion label Comme des Garcons. Comme des Garcons, which was founded by Rei Kawakubo, has become well-known...
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Winner of ‘Best Vintage Fair’ at the National Awards for three years running, when you attend Lou Lou’s Vintage Fairs you’re know to expect good quality clothing, friendly traders and a lively atmosphere. Not to mention the irresistible cakes on offer by the Secret Cake Club, which are enough...
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I was browsing in a bookstore in Nottingham a few days ago, having just had an interview (which I think went okay) and I wanted to celebrate. However, the more I looked, the more disheartened I felt myself becoming. I wanted something on men’s fashion, but nothing GQ or full...
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Vogue have appointed their first male editor in chief, as well as Britain’s first black male editor of a major style magazine, Edward Enninful. These headlines are now everywhere. Of course, it’s great to see such a progressive piece of news; but Edward Enninful has only been hired for...
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Coinciding with the positive results for the University’s campaign for gender neutral toilets, the high street brand have released a unisex denim collection this week, entitled Denim United. The look is relaxed and edgy, with a merging of typically masculine and feminine styles. The collection features shirts, dungarees, jeans...
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Appearing in March’s issue of Vanity Fair, Emma Watson’s ‘topless’ shoot prompted controversy over what it means to be a feminist. It made me question if an individual’s clothing and style choices impact how seriously they are taken? Maturing from Hermione to Belle in @beautyandthebeast is a true coming-of-age...