Pakistan's growing fashion industry was an unlikely influence upon the country's recent general elections, held on May 11. Laaleen Khan explores how local designers have been marrying design and politics in their unified vision for Naya Pakistan (a new Pakistan).
Parisian women have long been regarded as the ultimate symbols of elegance and chic. But is this, in fact, a reality? Photographer Baudouin (yes, a one name wonder) sets out to uncover the world of Parisian women, resulting in the eclectic photo series, 75 Parisiennes.
by Alina Kulesh
F. Scott Fitzgerald, Vladimir Nabokov, Jackson Pollock, Alfred Hitchcock and Man Ray: men who have shaped the arts in the 20th century. But look closely at their shadows, and you'll see their unsung partners, better halves, and, in many cases, worst enemies - in female form.
by Alina Kulesh
A growing number of New York City-based fashion designers have been resettling in rural towns further upstate. Amanda Coen explores what is driving their move, how they're operating in their new communities and how technology is making it possible to continue their careers from afar.
by Amanda Coen
Granny's Finest, a young fashion-focused foundation with a social conscience, is tackling the issue of loneliness among the elderly with its unique approach to knitwear production. Briana Palma speaks with founder Niek van Hengel about the fashion brand that is uniting generations.
by Briana Palma
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The Great Gatsby's costume designer, Catherine Martin, has collaborated with Brooks Brothers on a Jazz Age-inspired menswear collection. As America's finest haberdashery and a personal favourite of F. Scott Fitzgerald's, who better to release a collection worthy of East & West Egg society?
The fashion and technology spheres were abuzz when Dita Von Teese wore the first fully articulated, 3D printed gown at New York's Ace Hotel in early March. The technology, once primarily used to create prototypes in the engineering industry, is now being used to create fashion. The result? Stunning.
Parisian photographer Bruno Ruffini has traveled around the world to cast women of all ages and colour for his dramatic series entitled "Woman in a Bath." Neither stomping on emotions nor crossing comfort boundaries, he deftly manages to push emotional and physical boundaries to create art that is "erotique". Ruffini makes a stop in Beirut to shoot a pair of tango dancers.
Alice Hlidkova spends the afternoon with Aaron Potts, equal parts fashion designer and stationary illustrator, uncovering his couture stationary collection. His greeting cards, much like his runway designs, boast bold shapes, joyful colours, intricate details, and almost always channel a woman's inner fashion diva.
William Morris: renowned textile designer of the late-nineteenth century, founder of the Arts and Crafts movement, fan of Gothic architecture, Renaissance man - and now an artistic influence at New York fashion week. Alex Korchynski observes as Morris's work comes full circle.
"Video is the future of the Internet," exclaimed prominent and versatile street style photographer, Garance Doré. But has the democratic nature of fashion videos inadvertently made runway shows obsolete? Alexandra Sarabia wonders about the place of the runway show in the digital age.
The bra: it's a part of society's sexual discourse and illustrates our culture's taste and sexuality. Alina Kulesh explores the recent proliferation of bra tops on the runways.
From canvas to powerhouse, the modelling landscape is evolving and it's up to the professionals to keep up. Alina Kulesh explores how Web 2.0 culture is equalizing the runway.
NEW YORK - Max Ekman, CEO of Finnish design company, Visionary Design Partners Helsinki Inc.
NEW YORK - London-based solicitor, Graham, in a stunning Vivienne Westwood cape coat.
NEW YORK - Aspiring stylist, Gerald Leveritt, on his way to work at Onassis in SoHo.
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