1. The Urgency of Environmental Sustainability in Fashion Without a doubt, environmental sustainability is a pressing concern within the fashion industry today. With fashion accounting for a significant portion of carbon emissions and wastewater, both consumers and governments are demanding change. Legislative bodies are tightening regulations, making sustainability a non-negotiable for fashion businesses. Adapting quickly […]
The Everlasting Romance of Fashion and Travel
The Romance of Fashion and Travel Diana Vreeland once famously declared, "The eye has to travel," encapsulating the enduring allure of combining fashion with exploration. Over the years, fashion icons like Halston and John Galliano have embarked on extravagant journeys to seek inspiration from diverse cultures, cementing the bond between fashion and travel. However, the […]
True Religion Expands into Pet Apparel with Paw NYC Partnership
True Religion, the US lifestyle apparel brand, is gearing up for the launch of its inaugural pet collection. Collaborating with Wiesner Products Inc. through its pet-focused division, Paw NYC, True Religion has secured a licensing agreement to produce and distribute pet products branded with its signature style for both dogs and cats. Scheduled for release […]
Embracing the Chunky Sweater Trend for SS24
What it is: As the cooler seasons approach, chunky knits consistently emerge as a favorite, and SS24 is no exception. Designers have embraced the chunky sweater trend, showcasing pullovers with voluminous shapes, rounded sleeves, and exaggerated silhouettes. Despite the use of compact knit techniques, the designs maintain a bold presence, making distinct fashion statements. Why […]
Embracing the Sensual: Spring/Summer 2022 Fashion Trends Unveiled
French theorist Roland Barthes once pondered, "Is not the most erotic portion of the body where the garment gapes?" Considering the abundant display of flesh witnessed this past September, one can only imagine Barthes’ reaction to the prevailing spring/summer 2022 fashion trend. In terms reminiscent of Cardi B’s expression, fashion is embracing a bold and […]
Ethical Fashion: Buy Clothes That Are Kind to Everyone
The term "ethical fashion" has been around for several years, with many resources and brands overseas making ethical fashion a core value. However, in Taiwan, it’s almost impossible to find clothes, shoes, or bags that are ethically produced. So, what exactly is ethical fashion? If you haven’t heard of ethical fashion or the related terms […]
Cosmetic Surgery and Photoshopped “Internet Celebrity Faces” are Destroying the Aesthetic Standards of the Next Generation
Recently, the Spanish fast fashion brand ZARA was embroiled in controversy over a makeup advertisement accused of "uglifying Asians," stirring up public opinion. The uproar stemmed from an advertisement marketed as "tailored for Asian women," featuring the popular Chinese supermodel Li Jingwen with almost no retouching on her face and natural freckles. This sparked contrasting […]
Fashion and Boutique are not Synonymous: Positioning Strategies in Business Operations
Since contemporary business operational vocabulary is translated, it implies that these terms are often misused, substituted, or even mistranslated in the Chinese context. Among them, the terms most relevant to refined culture include "luxury," "boutique" (sometimes "premium" in Chinese), "fashion," "trend," and "fast fashion," which are too numerous to list comprehensively. These terms not only […]
Fashion Enthusiasts, Look Here: Let Us Guide You Through Paris’s Hidden Gems
Thinking of Paris immediately evokes the image of the "Fashion Capital." Paris is the birthplace of numerous renowned luxury brands, including Hermès, Chanel, and Louis Vuitton, along with countless local independent brands. Shopping has become an indispensable part of everyone’s itinerary when traveling to Paris. However, apart from the must-visit Avenue des Champs-Élysées for shopping […]
Rediscovering the 10 Most Iconic Retro Sneakers from the 70s to the 90s
In the world of sneakers, some emotions grow deeper and richer with time, while certain shoe designs only become more iconic as they age. After enduring waves of hype surrounding new styles like adidas YEEZY or Nike ACG, classic running shoes are regaining their well-deserved attention. You might wonder, "Isn’t sneaker technology supposed to improve […]