Sometimes, when I’m scrolling past the tenth ’20 things to buy from Zara this season’-style shopping feature that week or reading a rejection of a sustainable fashion-focused pitch because the subject was ‘already tackled during Fash Rev week’, I feel…
Feminism
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We’re in the midst of troubling times and I think it would be irresponsible and disingenuous of me to pretend otherwise, even on a fashion blog. I’m affected by Trump’s presidency so little on a personal level (currently) that I could…
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It was a shoot in west London. I turned up with my suitcase full of garments and gear, meeting the rest of the team for the first time. The model was there with a chaperone. She was from America. She…
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Women have an endless list of rules to contend with when it comes to what is deemed suitable for them wear. Legs or cleavage, never both. Dress for your shape; dress for your age; less is more; cover up your…
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Feminism is a pretty hot topic right now, some even choose to call it trendy. Take Beyoncé’s recent performance at the VMAs, for instance, as she stood silhouetted against the word ‘Feminist’ in huge white letters, if that’s not a sign…
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Today’s post is all about independent women designers. I’m never exaggerating when I say I love independent designers and labels. It’s a serious big time love. We’re thinking of moving in together. I spend hours trawling the internet finding new…