Facebook has been making a few updates, nothing new there. But this time the Friend Icon we’ve become familiar with has had a specific gender equal based update. Instead of having the woman shorter behind the man now they have become the same size, and she’s in front. NOBODY puts faceless icon woman behind faceless icon man! Did you notice the update? “As a woman, educated at a women’s college, it was hard not to read into the symbolism of the current icon; the woman was quite literally in the shadow of the man, she was not in a position to lean in,” said Facebook design manager Caitlin Winner. “My…
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Maison Margiela Haute Couture F/W 2015 Paris
Maison Margiela’s Fall/Winter 2015 Haute Couture collection embraced a busy, eclectic approach. Contrasting shapes were paired with vintage-inspired fabrics, creating an intriguing mix of textures and silhouettes. Makeup styling added intensity, at times resembling abstract war paint, giving the runway a strong, avant-garde edge. It is experimental, textural, and boldly unconventional.
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Alexandre Vauthier Haute Couture F/W 2015 Paris
Alexandre Vauthier’s Fall/Winter 2015 Haute Couture collection was sleek, sexy, and playful. The runway featured short dresses that emphasized movement, with fabrics that danced with every step. Fringe detailing became the signature of the show, adding energy and flair to each look. It is glamorous, bold, and undeniably modern couture.
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Julien Fournie Haute Couture F/W 2015 Paris
Julien Fournié’s Fall/Winter 2015 Haute Couture collection was a fantasy goth dream. The runway featured long, dramatic dresses with princess-like cuts, exuding dark elegance. Subtle androgynous touches balanced the romantic silhouettes, giving the collection an edgy, modern twist. It is darkly enchanting, theatrical, and meticulously crafted.
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Armani Privé Haute Couture F/W 2015 Paris
Armani Privé’s Fall/Winter 2015 Haute Couture collection felt like it was made for Liza Minnelli and Kris Jenner. Models wore short, choppy black hair while strutting in looks full of showgirl drama. Feathers, furs, and voluminous silhouettes brought movement and life to the runway, enhanced by cool purple and blue tones throughout the collection.
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Flesh and Bone Illustrations by Paul Jackson
Canadian illustrator Paul Jackson presents a striking series titled Flesh and Bone that explores anatomy with unflinching precision. The works depict bones graphically separated from the body, creating an eerie yet captivating study of the human form. It is detailed, unsettling, and undeniably compelling.
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Stephane Rolland Haute Couture F/W 2015 Paris
Stephane Rolland’s Fall/Winter 2015 Haute Couture collection was a masterclass in structured, linear glamour. The runway showcased sculptural silhouettes that combined architectural precision with elegance, creating looks that were both commanding and refined. It is bold, sophisticated, and unmistakably modern couture.
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American Apparel Closing Within a Year
The famed, stylish and scandalous company that makes us want to buy socks is most likely shutting down in the next 12 months. A recent press release from the American Apparel company itself gave some subtle but well felt hints that things are going so well. It’s stated that $30 million cost cutting will be taking place meaning stores shutting down and people will be losing their jobs. Also something they are battling with is the ongoing legal troubles with the former CEO Dov Charney who has been stated to have 20 active lawsuits, not cheap, especially if succesful. The release says they will do their best to recover, but the overall tone…
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Chanel Haute Couture F/W 2015 Paris
Karl Lagerfeld’s Fall/Winter 2015 Chanel Haute Couture show was a dramatic Mother Dearest–inspired casino fantasy. Classic Chanel jackets appeared in multiple fits, styled with strict brows and makeupless eyes, creating a striking, disciplined contrast to the playful casino set. It is glamorous, theatrical, and effortlessly Chanel.
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Bottega Veneta F/W 2015-2016 Campaign
Bottega Veneta’s Fall/Winter 2015-2016 campaign brought a bright, vintage-inspired energy to the brand’s signature understated luxury. Models Anna Cleveland and Freddy Drabble posed in a drab yet fabulously retro setting, giving the campaign a playful, nostalgic charm. Photographed by Juergen Teller, the imagery felt simultaneously casual and meticulously composed. It is colorful, nostalgic, and effortlessly chic.
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Serkan Cura Haute Couture F/W 2015 Paris
Serkan Cura’s Fall/Winter 2015 Haute Couture show was a high-fashion flight of fancy. Models became bird-like figures, draped in bold furs with intense, statement-making styling. The collection embraced volume and playful shapes, creating a whimsical yet luxurious aesthetic. It is theatrical, eccentric, and unapologetically couture.
