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AC Mood Board: Basel Fashion in the 1630s

The town of Basel in Switzerland is known today on the international fashion scene mostly for its annual Baselworld event, which gathers the best in watchmaking from Switzerland and beyond. The event rounds up thousands of fans of luxury watches and a strong media crowd. Located at the meeting point of the German, French and […]

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The Best Dressed Men of the 2017 Eurovision Song Contest

The 62nd edition of the Eurovision Song Contest took place last night in Kiev, Ukraine. It was as usual, a show that gathered colorful musical acts from throughout Europe in the search for the Old Continent’s next big pop hit. The prize in the end went to Salvador Sobral from Portugal, who performed a soft […]

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Culture

15 Amazing Quotes about Style

When it comes to fashion and style, quotes are amazing sources of inspiration. From Orson Welles to Leonardo Da Vinci, the movers and shakers of the world of beauty have all expressed their thoughts about style, its meaning, its mechanisms and its role in life. Discover a collection of carefully selected quotes about style that […]

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Culture Fashion World

9 Must-See Fashion Documentaries

Fashion and documentaries are two worlds that are strongly intertwined. Fashion uses documentaries to communicate its story and documentarians are always happy to step in in the fascinating world of fashion. There are many documentaries about fashion that one can watch, so we have made a selection of titles that can compose a pertinent must-see […]

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Culture Red Carpet

The Best Dressed Men of the 2017 Met Gala

The Met Gala, formally called the Metropolitan Museum of Art Costume Institute benefit, took place last night in New York City and gathered a plethora of celebrities to celebrate the Costume Institute’s latest exhibition and to drive donations for the Institute. Each year, a theme is driving not only the latest exhibition, but the ball […]

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Culture Opinion And Commentary

What is the Upside to the $425 Mud Jeans?

The news Just a couple of days ago, news broke of giant retailer Nordstrom selling “muddy jeans”. The retailer has posted on their website a pair of Barracuda Straight Leg Jeans, created by Japanese clothing designer PRPS that has taken the concept of “distressed jeans” to the next level. The brand did no add the […]

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Culture Fashion World Forecasts

Menswear Trend: Couture Sportswear

In today’s hectic world, we often have so many needs, as our lives are becoming increasingly dynamic and energetic. We’re always doing very different things, going to different places and meeting with many people. This is why, many people are always trying to grab onto many things at once when it comes to their clothes: […]

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Culture Fashion History

AC Mood Board: Medieval Clothed Horses

A tournament or tourney (derived from the Old French torneiement or tornei) was a chivalrous competition or mock fight that was organized in Europe in the Middle Ages and the Renaissance period (12th to 16th centuries).   Tournaments consisted of a series of mounted or armored combats in which knights competed to see whose skills […]

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Culture Fashion History

The 6 Goddesses of Modeling You Should Know

For a woman, her beauty is her crowning glory, but beauty is in the end more than just looks. Beauty is something that comes from the inside; it’s the projection of a constellation of characteristics such as poise, kindness and power that make someone bold and noteworthy. In this roundup, discover our top goddesses of […]

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Culture Fashion Editorials

The Double Meaning of Androgyny in Fashion

In recent years, many designers, muses and stylists have worked with the concept of androgyny in their fashion campaigns, artworks or blogs. The media landscape, as well as the advertising landscape and the runway shows of today are full of androgynous looks. While to many people it may seem obvious what androgyny is, the term […]

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Culture Fashion Editorials

Five Fashion Items You Can Splurge On

Fashion doesn’t just come in different patterns, colors and cuts. There are tons of options available in a variety of prices – you can find anything you want with a lavish price tag or shop for things stunningly cheap. Buying things in a different price range can sometimes mean different outcomes in terms of quality, […]

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Culture Opinion And Commentary

Tracksuits as Casual Wear?

Tracksuits are one of the big controversies of the fashion world. Not a deep and serious controversy, but a fun, relaxed and cool one. Tracksuits have seamlessly transitioned from the track to casual wardrobes, combining comfort and style. As these sporty ensembles gain popularity, consider elevating your casual wear with driving suits. For a touch […]