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With each garment she examines, the power of digital platforms shines through, showcasing a diverse array of styles that cater to every taste and identity
Social media's impact on fashion trends
The redefining of consumption and culture through digital platforms
Contemporary Phulkari design and embroidery at retail dealer's store in Patiala, Punjab (India), 2015
The heart of Phulkari: reviving tradition in modern fashion
Exploring the cultural significance of Phulkari embroidery and the challenges faced by interns in the fashion industry
A man doing laundry, his self-cleaning t-shirts refresh themselves
Self-cleaning T-shirts: reducing water and energy use
How nanofibers and antimicrobial tech extend garment lifespan and cut pollution
The iconic painting, 'Portrait of a Young Woman in White' from 1798, boldly defies societal expectations with its portrayal of femininity and empowerment, remaining a symbol of the ongoing struggle for self-expression and authenticity in a changing landscape
‘Transparent’ dressing: fashion's bold evolution
From Met Gala 2024 to historical icons, unveiling the power of statement dressing
A woman displaying a sleek black t-shirt
Create your perfect capsule wardrobe: simplify and save
The essentials of creating a versatile, high-quality wardrobe that suits your personal style
Iris Van Herpen’s iconic Water Dress is a stunning example of her innovative design, first showcased in the 2010 "Crystallization" collection
Iris Van Herpen: redefining haute couture with technology
How Iris Van Herpen blends fashion, art, and science to create futuristic, eco-friendly designs
Christian Louboutin shoes on catwalk
The red sole: from Napoleon’s symbol to Louboutin’s icon
How Napoleon’s power symbol became Louboutin’s luxury fashion icon
Every second-hand piece chosen helps reduce waste and promotes a more ethical approach to clothing consumption
Is sustainable fashion expensive?
The cost of conscious choices
With every note she sings, Sabrina transforms the stage into a canvas, showcasing her unique style and the maturity reflected in her powerful new music
When fashion creates a star
How Sabrina Carpenter’s style conquered the world and shaped global trends
Light brown beige pants hanging on minimalist hangers, showcasing a sleek and simple style
Redefining fashion: conscious consumption
How to break free from trends and build a sustainable wardrobe rooted in personal style
Barefoot legs of a group of women in jeans
The evolution of denim: from workwear to high fashion
Tracing denim's journey from practical fabric to fashion icon
Chanel's Spring-Summer Ready-To-Wear Show held at the Grand Palais Museum in Paris, France, in the last week of September, 2024, showcasing a dazzling collection of soft blues, pinks, and yellows, along with the iconic white birdcage as the centrepiece
A review of spring/summer 2025 fashion shows
The season of daring transparency, skin-baring styles, and statement pieces
Georgian President Salome Zourabichvili awarding designer Demna Gvasalia, 2021
Demna Gvasalia: from refugee to fashion revolutionary
The journey of a refugee who redefined modern fashion
Bold and eclectic, the maximalist suits dazzle with their vibrant colours and intricate patterns, reflecting a creative spirit that thrives on individuality and expression
Minimalism vs. maximalism: finding your fashion style
Explore the characteristics, benefits, and challenges of minimalist and maximalist fashion trends
From a simple coin purse to a cultural phenomenon, Hello Kitty's journey is beautifully echoed in the playful decor of this pink sanctuary, making every moment a celebration of joy
Hello Kitty: 50 years of style and friendship
The rise of a global icon and its economic and commercial impact
A female tailor takes a refreshing water break while gently touching a bio-based fabric, showcasing her dedication to sustainable materials in the fashion industry
Revolutionizing fashion: bio-based fabrics from fruits
Discovering the potential of sustainable textiles from agricultural waste
As fast fashion and social media drive us towards sameness, it's crucial to seek out clothes that break the mold and highlight what makes you unique
How fast fashion trends are stealing your style
Navigating social media influence to maintain individuality in your wardrobe
Close-up Irish sweater, Aran sweater
The Aran sweater: an icon of Irish heritage and tradition
The rich history and meaning behind iconic Irish wool sweaters worn by generations of fishermen and their families
Tommaso Cecchi de Rossi, designer of the fashion brand
Crafting elegance with nature’s palette
Cecchi de Rossi is reinventing leather and crafting stories through design
Women march together, proudly holding a banner that reads: "Girls Just Want to Have Fundamental Human Rights
Miniskirt revolution: how 1960s fashion redefined freedom
Explore the miniskirt's role in transforming women's fashion and symbolizing rebellion
A woman with long legs sits on the floor of a stylish wardrobe, surrounded by an array of shoes. She’s wearing a chic black skirt and elegant silver high heels while using her smartphone to text and browse the internet
Luxury vs. style: the payless 'Palessi' stunt
Are fashion lovers prioritizing status over genuine style?
Benigno Simeon Aquino III, the 15th President of the Philippines who served from 2010 to 2016, dons a Barong Tagolog while shaking hands with Gloria Macaraeg Macapagal-Arroyo, the 14th President of the Philippines who served from 2001 to 2010, at Aquino's inauguration at the Malacañang Palace, in Manila, Philippines, on the 30th of June, 2010
Barong Tagalog: symbol of Filipino identity and elegance
Explore the cultural heritage and significance of the Philippine national dress
A vibrant array of garments, each piece on this rack showcases the potential for bold combinations and striking contrasts that define modern colour-blocking trends in fashion
Colour blocking in fashion: from Mondrian to modern trends
Explore history, techniques, and everyday style tips for this vibrant trend
Targeting Gen Z and fashion-forward individuals, GLO-UP uses social media insights to connect with its audience
An interview with GLO-UP founder Reem Mohanty
Is this AI-powered fashion moodboard app going to become Gen Z's new obsession?
Happy woman surrounded by vibrant geometric shapes, illustrating the impact of color psychology on mood
Color psychology in fashion: bold choices and expression
How color psychology shapes fashion choices and personal expression
Fast fashion's environmental damage showcased through a pile of clothing in nature
Unveiling slow fashion: sustainability vs. greenwashing
Exploring the promise and perils of ethical consumption and environmental responsibility
A woman stands in a boutique shop, presenting a tablet displaying business graphics, symbolizing fashion data analysis and customer insights
Deciphering fashion data: navigating challenges
Strategies for leveraging customer data in the dynamic fashion industry
Goth-style models blending fashion with activism in striking images
The intersection of fashion and activism: then and now
Exploring the intersection of fashion and social change across centuries
Pamela Rooke, known as Jordan, and Simon Barker, called Six, model Westwood's 'God Save The Queen' tees
Impact of Vivienne Westwood's sex boutique on punk fashion
Rebellion, reinvention and the legacy of punk fashion
The destructive toll that clothing production has on the environment reveals the catastrophic underbelly of the fashion industry, the dark sides of both beauty and social trends are well and truly evident
Fashion's environmental toll: urgent calls for change
Unveiling the hidden costs of fast fashion and secondhand clothing trade
In the vibrant setting of Ghana in 2019, a shuttle skillfully maneuvers through the threads, contributing to the intricate artistry of Kente weaving, this snapshot captures the craftsmanship and tradition embedded in the process, where the shuttle becomes a symbol of the meticulous workmanship that brings the renowned Kente cloth to life
Kente Cloth
Weaving a tapestry of tradition, identity, and cultural pride
Fashionable glasses with an AI imprint
Revolutionizing fashion with generative AI
A new era in design and customer engagement
A capsule wardrobe is characterized by a deliberate and thoughtful approach to clothing, emphasizing a pared-down selection of versatile, high-quality pieces
The guide to a capsule wardrobe
A journey for timeless style and mindful living
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Events in Fashion

Xuly.Bët, Classics Collection. Courtesy of Mit freundlicher Genehmigung des Museums für Kunst und Gewerbe Hamburg
Xuly.Bët. Funkin’ fashion factory 100% recycled
20 Jul 2025 — 1 Aug 2027 at the Museum für Kunst und Gewerbe Hamburg in Hamburg, Germany
Gianfranco Ferré, through the lens, exhibition view. Courtesy of Forte di Bard
Gianfranco Ferré, through the lens
6 Dec 2024 — 9 Mar 2025 at the Forte di Bard in Bard, Italy
Memorabile, Ipermoda, exhibition view. Courtesy of Maxxi
Memorabile, Ipermoda
27 Nov 2024 — 23 Mar 2025 at Maxxi in Rome, Italy
Costume balls. Dressing up history, 1870-1927, exhibition view. Courtesy of McCord Stewart Museum
Costume balls. Dressing up history, 1870-1927
14 Nov 2024 — 17 Aug 2025 at the McCord Stewart Museum in Montreal, Canada
Framing fashion, details, exhibition view. Courtesy of The Bowes Museum
Framing fashion
19 Oct 2024 — 2 Mar 2025 at The Bowes Museum in Barnard Castle, United Kingdom
Hat, c. 2001. Metal zippers, thread. Cat Chow, United States. Gift of the Estate of Ruth Horwich.  Courtesy of the Chicago History Museum
Dressed in history: a costume collection retrospective
19 Oct 2024 — 27 Jul 2025 at the Chicago History Museum in Chicago, United States
Gertrude's, Brown turban, 1941-45. Courtesy of the New-York Historical Society Gallery. Photo by Anna-Marie Kellen for the Smith College Historic Clothing Collection
Real clothes, real lives: 200 years of what women wore
27 Sep 2024 — 22 Jun 2025 at the New-York Historical Society in New York, United States
I.m possible, ausstellungsansicht. Mit freundlicher genehmigung des Museum für Kunst und Gewerbe Hamburg
I.m possible
7 Jul 2023 — 6 Jun 2025 at the Museum für Kunst und Gewerbe Hamburg in Hamburg, Germany
I.m possible, exhibition view. Courtesy of Museum für Kunst und Gewerbe Hamburg
I.m possible
7 Jul 2023 — 6 Jul 2025 at the Museum für Kunst und Gewerbe Hamburg in Hamburg, Germany
Tecnología del textil andino. Courtesy of Museo Chileno de Arte Precolombino
Andean Textile Technology
Permanent event at the Museo Chileno de Arte Precolombino in Santiago, Chile
Greatest fits (vol. 1). The art of archiving fashion, exhibition view. Courtesy of Phoenix Art Museum
Greatest fits (vol. 1). The art of archiving fashion
Permanent event at the Phoenix Art Museum in Phoenix, United States
Chimu ceremonial costume. Courtesy of Museo Chileno de Arte Precolombino
Chimu ceremonial costume
Permanent event at the Museo Chileno de Arte Precolombino in Santiago, Chile
Wertz Gallery. Courtesy of Carnegie Museum of Natural History
Wertz Gallery
Permanent event at the Carnegie Museum of Natural History in Pittsburgh, United States
Room of Clothing. Courtesy of Muzeum Warszawy
Room of Clothing
Permanent event at the Muzeum Warszawy in Warsaw, Poland
Textiles Gallery. Courtesy of Museum of Science and Industry
Textiles Gallery
Permanent event at the Museum of Science and Industry in Manchester, United Kingdom
El poder del atuendo en los Andes. Courtesy of Museo Chileno de Arte Precolombino
The power of attire in the Andes
Permanent event at the Museo Chileno de Arte Precolombino in Santiago, Chile
Kay Sekimachi, “Wave”, 1980. Woven book of linen, acrylic paint, and buckram (lining); double weave and warp-painting, 4 3/8 x 4 3/8 x 18 in. Gift of the artist, 2005.124
Costume and Textile Arts
Permanent event at De Young Museum in San Francisco, United States
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