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10 Great Books About Goth Fashion
"They say "Why are you dressed like it's Halloween?You look so absurd, you look so obscene!"Oh, why can't I live a life for me?Why should I take the abuse that's served?Why can't they see they're just like meIt's the same, it's the same in the whole wide world."—Ministry
By Skunk Uzeki7 years ago in Styled
Sustainable Shopping
I can vividly remember visiting my older cousins when I was a child and getting ecstatic when I walked through the door and saw three gigantic garbage bags filled with clothes for me to try on and shop "for free." There would be college t-shirts that made me feel like a grown up and there would be nice dresses that I knew I would never wear, but they would look good in my closet when my friends came over to play.
By Ashley Dean7 years ago in Styled
What Is Normcore?
Once upon a time, there were individuals who did not care about fashion trends and would wear anything that was comfy. Individuals who on their day off loved non-cool sneakers and non-trendy skinny jeans. These were individuals who did not care to know what hemline was out and what color was in. These were individuals who took the description of classic clothing (long-lasting, simple, and elegant) and removed the style and elegance from of the definition. These were individuals who unknowingly invented "Normcore."
By Lindsay Parks7 years ago in Styled
How to Dress Like a Goth (Without Looking Terrible)
It was only about ten or fifteen years ago that the goth scene was something to be afraid of. Back in the late 1990s and early 2000s, the gothic subculture consisted of people who stood out from society, wore dark and baggy clothing, and shopped at Hot Topic. Gothic fashion wasn’t nearly as appreciated as it is now. Today, however, gothic outfits have taken a turn and goth styles have been reinvented on the runway and in the streets. “Goth fashion” has become a statement style of dress inspired by the goth look from years past. All it takes is the proper inspiration and statement pieces to dress like a goth without looking terrible, and you can join in on the goth scene and make a statement all your own!
By Morgan E. Westling7 years ago in Styled
I Took Diane von Furstenberg's "Building a Fashion Brand" MasterClass and Here's What I Learned
This post contains affiliate links, meaning a small commission is earned if you sign up to Masterclass. Though most people would never guess it, I’ve always dreamt about being a fashion designer. I’ve often mulled over the idea of starting my own tee shirt line, modifying jeans for a living, or just adding extra embellishments to my gear.
By Ossiana Tepfenhart7 years ago in Styled
Magazine Cover with Domenique Heidy
Have you have heard of Domenique Heidy? If not, please take that name down. Besides being a reference in fashion world, she’s also a style expert, and recently she was the cover of an English magazine (writing in Portuguese).
By Laura Koshy7 years ago in Styled
The Art of Thrift-Shopping
Patience, Patience, Patience The first tip I can give is to go into your thrifting adventure with an open mind, and with the patience of a zen Buddha. Thrifting has a lot of misses, many more misses than hits if we are being honest. You probably won't find that amazing pair of Miu Miu heels in your size at the first Goodwill you step into. You probably won't find any Miu Miu at any Goodwill, like, ever. That being said once in a while you will find that "I can't believe this is $12.00" hidden treasure, and it will make everything worth it.
By Andres Marin7 years ago in Styled
The Lexicon of Street Culture
As the bad-boy of fashion is increasingly co-opted by the luxury market, it’s perhaps important to remind ourselves of streetwear's roots, intrinsic values, and the man whom many say started the whole thing in the first place—Shawn Stussy.
By Jason J7 years ago in Styled
5 Pieces You Need to Complete Your Fall Wardrobe
The transitional time between summer and fall can be incredibly bittersweet. On one hand, we’re sad to see the warm days and extended sunshine leave us yet again. Some of us may even be losing a bit of summertime freedom to revert back to the schedules and structures of a school year. On the other hand, we’re excited for our favorite fall Starbucks drink to return or the chance to pull out our favorite sweater again. No matter how we feel about, September is creeping up on us, fall is coming in quickly. With life in transition, it’s a good time to get our closets in transition as well. Here’s five pieces you won’t regret adding to your closets to thrive this fall.
By Kiana Murden7 years ago in Styled
New York Fashion Week Recap
New York Fashion Week (NYFW) began in 1943, and a lot has changed in the fashion world since then. Instead of holding each show on the same runway, they are placed all over New York City outside and on rooftops. Inclusivity is more important than ever, and the runway is the best place to represent that.
By Michala 7 years ago in Styled
Terrible Fashion Trends Everyone Thought Looked Good in the 2000s
When the Y2K bug failed to wipe out technology on the eve of January 1st, 2000, humanity was ushered into a glorious new era. Marked by the rise of the Disney Channel, the prominence of boy bands, and the groundbreaking invention of the selfie, the decade that ushered in the 21st century was truly a golden hour for mankind. When Millennials gaze back on their childhood days, their throwbacks are filled with sunny memories of Tamagotchis and Easy Bake Ovens.
By Evelyn Starr7 years ago in Styled
Top Fashion Trends of 2018
From the runway to your closet, there are a number of new fashion trends to make you stand out this summer. As we say goodbye to the greatest 2017 fashion trends, we bring in the exciting, new fashion trends of 2018 to help you take the guesswork out of this summer's styles.
By Grace Tyler7 years ago in Styled