There is an old fashion saying according to which, if you wear vertical stripes you will appear thinner and, of course, in opposition, if you wear horizontal stripes you will appear bigger, or at least, wider. Many people look at it as a rule and take it very seriously. But is it a true thing […]
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Many people want to elevate their style with the help of prints and patterns, which is in fact a great way to go. The issue, however, that many people claim to face is that they are not sure how to go about wearing two (or, why not, three or more) patterns at a time. This […]
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Matters of Style: Maximalism and Fashion
Maximalism defined Maximalism is an aesthetic defined by the notion that “more is more”. A reaction against minimalism, maximalist designs are based on excess and redundancy. This is why maximalism is overly complex, elaborate and showy. Maximalists are obsessed with details and with mixing different types of already visually elaborate elements. While maximalism as such […]
The tropical look The tropical areas have always been a great source of inspiration for artists and craftsmen. The luscious fauna and flora of warm places are something that many people want to be surrounded by, even in the coldest of places. The tropical aesthetic, composed of deep colors, especially dark green and brightly colored […]
Fashion should be all about having fun and self-expression. It is a medium everyone makes use of, so why shouldn’t you make the best of it? Sometimes, dressing up can become routine, monotone and downright boring. This is why it is important to mix things up once in a while. To help you do just […]
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Attire Club Mood Board: Prints and Patterns
Prints and patterns are great design elements that can add personality, style and energy to a look. Definitions and practices The difference between a print and a pattern is that a print is a graphic element that has a composition with a structure of its own. Think of it as a painting that […]
As the days start to be warmer and warmer, your style should change and adapt to the new season. Looking fresh and summery will inspire you to be more excited about the things you do and the places you go. No matter your budget or how much time you invest in your style, following some […]
When it comes to creativity and originality in outfits, many people are looking for unique way to express who they are and their aspirations through their outfits. One way many men (and women) choose to do it is by mixing prints and patterns. While most people stick to two prints or patterns in one outfit, […]
Monochrome outfits (wearing one color from head to toe) are a very interesting type of look that can be hard to pull off and wear. However, once done right, a monochrome outfit will only get you the right kind of attention, as it is a very special look and makes an instant statement. To sport […]
The world is a dynamic ecosystem, where everything that exists in it influences everything around it and is, of course, influenced by every element too. The process of combining elements results in new entities that have a life of their own. This is what we set out to explore for our newest Style Portfolio. Therefore, […]
Designer Junya Watanabe created a great spring-summer 2016 menswear collection which had as its theme the concept of “Faraway”. The collection featured many garments inspired by traditional African clothes and accessories and was created in collaboration with Dutch company Vlisco, which is a company that has been a strong supplier of fabric to West and […]
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The Guide to Wearing Paisley (B)
Paisley is one of the most known designs in fashion and style. The droplet-shaped vegetable motif has an Indian and Persian origin and is originally called buta or boteh. The pattern became well-known in the Western world in the 18th and 19th century, following imports of post-Mughal variations of the design mostly from India’s Kashmir […]