The Rise of Mushroom Fashion
Fashion editor Justine Lepage believes there’s something to be said of the aesthetic of mushrooms. These plants/creatures/none of the above look very distinct from any other living thing, but also very different from one another. The fashion industry has always been inspired by natural elements, but the place of mushrooms as the ‘it-girl’ inspiring the […]
Culture, Content & Creativity
Deputy Fashion Editor Sinéad McKeown talks how social media has created trend cycles of indigenous clothing. Throughout history, we can see how fashion has progressed and changed as a result of world wide influence. Since the creation of Facebook by Mark Zuckerberg in 2004 and the launch of social media platforms, the world has […]
Maximalist fashion; alternative culture or mainstream trend?
Justine Lepage takes us through the history and influences of maximalism, the over-the-top style popularised by TikTok, where pattern-clashing and chunky accessories meet flashy colours and unusual silhouettes. This summer, maximalism has been on everyone’s lips in the fashion world. Many attribute the emergence of this exuberant style to the nihilistic post-lockdown mood that […]
More Danger: Interview with Irish Designer Colin Horgan
by Grace Claro Fashion Editor Grace Claro talks to renowned Irish womenswear designer Colin Horgan about being a creative in Ireland, his highlights from London Fashion Week, and the mechanics of running a womenswear brand from his studio in Kerry. Originally from Kerry, Colin Horgan completed his BA in Fashion Design from Limerick School of […]
Spring/Summer ’21 Trend Forecast
By Sarah Collins Spring is finally upon us and as we look forward to brighter days, Sarah Collins is here to tell us what trends to look out for this season. It’s that time of the year again! Brighter, warmer, and longer days are on the horizon which means it’s time to put […]
CBD in Skincare
By Kaia Purcell Deputy Fashion Editor Kaia Purcell gives us her top tips on how to integrate CBD oil as a powerful addition to our skincare regimen. Cannabidiol (a.k.a CBD) has taken the skincare industry by storm in recent times with a steady flow of new products containing the hottest ingredient of […]