Monthly Archives: September 2023

Italian artist and fashion/interior designer Cinzia Ruggeri had a penchant for infusing her creations with a whimsical and playful touch. For instance, a men's trench coat crafted from exquisite grey fabric appeared elegant yet unremarkable at first glance, but it … Continue reading →

The fashion industry may occasionally resort to shallow slogans, but it should not shy away from addressing critical social issues and decisions that could impede people's liberties. Last Sunday, for example, as Milan Fashion Week came to an end, during … Continue reading →

Having an insider's perspective in the fashion world, doesn't guarantee a complete understanding of how this industry operates. I'm not referring at understanding intricate financial decisions about mergers and acquisitions, but rather to certain contentious choices, decisions or statements (or … Continue reading →

In the previous post, we looked at the potential health repercussions of uncomfortable clothing items for women. But, aside from jokes and ironic comments, you wonder how many illnesses linked with fashion go undetected. Who knows, for example, if the … Continue reading →

Ever experienced the sheer delight of acquiring that coveted garment or accessory, only to realize it's essentially a one-way ticket to the medieval era, complete with a complimentary torture session? Yes, it's an absolute truth that some fashion items are … Continue reading →

Narratives, much like seeds, possess a dynamic nature; they evolve, expand, and journey in often unexpected directions. Episode 2 of Impiraressa starts with the fleeting "Tomato Girl Summer" trend, enveloped in Mediterranean vibes and characterized by an idealized depiction of … Continue reading →

At the 80th edition of the Venice Film Festival, Matteo Garrone’s film "Io Capitano", won the Silver Lion for Best Director, while the Special Jury Prize was awarded to "Zielona Granica" (Green Border) by Agnieszka Holland. Both the films tell … Continue reading →

You can criticize something by ripping it apart in an angry and resentful way; or you can also do it more elegantly and with a pinch of humor as Ilana Harris-Babou does. The interdisciplinary artist producing sculptures, installations and videos, … Continue reading →

The subject of women's body objectification is frequently discussed and the Hottentot Venus can serve as a notable example of both objectification and racism. This epithet was given to Saartje Baartman, a woman enslaved by Dutch colonists. Born in 1789 in … Continue reading →

In yesterday's post we mentioned an artist included in Seattle Art Museum's exhibition "Femme Noire" (until 30th September) that for her vividly bright and clever photographic compositions may be co-opted one day by the fashion industry. But there are other … Continue reading →