RIP Personal Archives + Barbie Is A Big Fashion Mood
Personal archives are dying out, self-care takes on personal style and female creative directors bring in the £££
Welcome to ICYMI, an ad hoc edition of Fashion Tingz that’s part read/watch/listen recommendations, part places you need to visit, part fashion things you may have missed… and 100% a good time.
On today's agenda:
Personal archives are a dying fashion breed
Japan’s luxury resale market continues to dominate
Barbie was, and continues to be, a big fashion mood
And a ton more.
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Delve deeper with expert fashion analysis and commentary…
Former McQueen head assistant and current Professor of Fashion Design at the University of Westminster, Andrew Groves has worn many fashion hats. He chats with
about his illustrious career and more.
Luxury shopping in Japan is unmatched, and I say that speaking from first-hand experience. To better understand Japan’s dominant resale market,
dives into what exactly is driving this demand.
They say to love and have lost is better than not having loved at all. But what does this mean when it comes to our wardrobes?
from the trendgeist explores how personal archives are dying, and the deeper stories at play.
WATCH
Here’s an excuse for some fashion-induced screen time…
Does anyone else remember Because I Got High by Afroman from the year 2000? Well, I do. And apparently, Puma does as well because in its new campaign ‘Go Wild’ which emphasises the joy of running, the short film features all of the different ways people chase that elusive runner’s high.
You’ll probably have seen this by now, but South London director Gabriel Moses has done it again with Louis Vuitton, this time for its SS25 campaign. Starring house ambassador and musician Jackson Wang, alongside other top-tier talent, its creative simplicity is executed really well.
Sabyasachi is an Indian fashion brand that honours tradition while bringing its culture into the future. For a BoF CROSSROADS event in Dubai, founder Sabyasachi Mukherjee sat down with Imran Amed to discuss how a local brand goes global, the luxury market in India, and plans for expansion.
LISTEN
Plug in and zone out to these fashion gems…
There’s always a lot of talk about not buying new or buying secondhand in an effort to slow down fashion’s consumption problem, but what about extending the life of the clothes we already have so we don’t need to buy anything at all? That’s exactly what this episode of Style-ish gets into.
I liked the 2023 Barbie movie okay? There, I said it. But Barbie is much more than just a doll or the latest box office hit. Since making her debut, Barbie has become synonymous with fashion and style in a way previously unheard of, something Dressed: The History of Fashion explores in a three-part series.
Self-care often conjures up images of elaborate skincare routines, bubble baths and other wellness-oriented practices. But what about self-care in the context of fashion and clothes? On this episode of Sustain This!, the hosts chat about how self-care can transform personal style and the way we shop.
You should stop by…
Tokyo: Loewe’s Crafted World exhibition has landed in Harajuku, celebrating 179 years of artistry, innovation, and dedication to craftsmanship. Fusing fashion with architecture, sculpture, and scent, it offers a unique look into the behind-the-scenes of one of fashion’s most beloved brands.
Los Angeles: Bodega is one of many indie boutiques grappling with an uncertain economy and a rapidly evolving sneaker landscape. The shop has faced significant retail challenges, but despite setbacks, it remains hopeful and is ready to get ‘scrappy again’ to rebuild and reignite the brand.
Shanghai: Loro Piana, the IYKYK name on everyone’s lips, is holding its first exhibition in China at Shanghai’s Museum of Art Pudong. The retrospective spans 1,000 square meters and offers a curated, sensory-fuelled journey through 15 galleries exploring the brand’s heritage, legacy, and ties to China.
Over on TikTok…
Crafting detailed portraits with a sewing machine? Artist Thredrick Couler does that with incredible finesse.
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In the creative director realm, it’s the women who have longevity and make money… brands, take note.
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Loewe’s craft videos have me in a trance, and I’m sure they’ll have you just as hooked.
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