Monthly Archives: January 2021

Most of us may not be able to afford major artworks, but we can still browse online (or in person – Coronavirus allowing) auctions and get inspired by the pieces or the collections on sale. Sotheby’s at the moment has … Continue reading →

In the previous post we looked at the symbolism behind a contemporary embroidered ensemble. But where can we find inspirations for embroidery pieces? The collections of museum and educational institutions all over the world can provide us with some great … Continue reading →

Paris Haute Couture Week kicks off tomorrow (presentations will obviously be redefined by the Coronavirus emergency), but there was already a moment of high fashion last week in the news. Dr. Jill Biden, the First Lady of the United States, … Continue reading →

In the early '80s there were just a few designers who explored the connections between fashion and architecture. Gradually, this number started growing and, in the last ten years, mentioning architecture as a reference, collaborating with a studio on a … Continue reading →

It is difficult to reshift the attention on fashion shows when our eyes are still focused on the Inauguration ceremony, on the first day of Biden's presidency and while the world is still fighting against Coronavirus. It is also difficult … Continue reading →

People who love looking for symbolisms in fashion were able to find many at yesterday's Inauguration Day ceremony in Washington, DC. While President-elect Joe Biden went for a sober navy blue suit and topcoat by iconic American designer Ralph Lauren, … Continue reading →

In the latest posts we talked about architecture and fashion and sustainability. There's currently a project by Mario Cucinella Architects that reunites these three concepts. The Italian architectural studio launched indeed bags made with materials upcycled from the Italian Pavilion at … Continue reading →

Democratising fashion is one of those definitions that has been used and abused by many in the last 15 years or so. Mainly employed in connection with fast fashion retailers mass producing trendy garments and accessories cheap enough that high … Continue reading →

In normal times people working in the fashion industry would have been very busy with menswear fairs such as Pitti Uomo at the beginning of January. Milan's menswear shows would have followed, leading up to the couture runways and the … Continue reading →

Most countries all over the world are still dealing with the Coronavirus emergency, so fashion weeks will be mostly digital events or will take place without an audience. Since the beginning of the emergency last year different fashion houses tried … Continue reading →