It started with a tube of cheap mascara. Not a sophisticated shade, but a peculiar, frosted green that some might uncharitably compare to something found in a sickbed. I was twelve, standing in my small Welsh town, and it was my first foray into …
Fashion
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The choice of what to wear is rarely just about fabric and fit. For many across the African continent and its global diaspora, traditional clothing is a vibrant language of heritage, identity, and sometimes, quiet resistance. A recent diplomatic incident, where a national leader’s …
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Choosing the right foundation can feel like a quest for the holy grail. A mismatched formula can undermine your entire makeup look, leading to cakiness, separation, or an unnatural tone. The ideal base, however, creates a seamless canvas, enhancing your skin and ensuring your …
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The first major runway presentation since the passing of legendary designer Valentino Garavani was not held in Milan or Paris, but in the city he called home. In Rome, creative director Alessandro Michele presented a collection that served as both a tribute to the …
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The first major runway presentation since the passing of legendary designer Valentino Garavani was not held on the traditional fashion week circuit. Instead, the show returned to Rome, the city he called home, for a tribute that was as much about the future of …
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Paris Fashion Week saw a striking departure from tradition as one of fashion’s most storied houses turned its gaze toward the raw, digital-native energy of youth culture. The collection, a deliberate collaboration with a popular television series known for its unflinching portrayal of modern …
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A wave of fashion fascination has swept across social media and retail, centered not on a contemporary trendsetter, but on the enduring aesthetic of Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy. The renewed interest is being fueled by a popular television dramatization of her life, introducing her distinctive look …
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Paris Fashion Week witnessed a confident stride from designer Victoria Beckham, who presented a collection that masterfully balanced sharp tailoring with evening allure. The show, held on Friday, served as a testament to her brand’s significant commercial and creative resurgence. The runway opened with …
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A major London exhibition is set to explore the legacy of a designer who understood that fashion is not merely clothing, but a form of cultural spectacle. Opening later this month, the showcase will trace the trajectory of the house of Schiaparelli, framing its …
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A curious shift is taking place in eyewear. Despite the famously grey skies, a new category of glasses is seeing soaring popularity. Forget traditional dark lenses meant for bright sun; the latest trend is all about barely-tinted, shield-style frames originally designed for athletes. Now, …
