Crafting Sustainability: Revolutionizing Fashion’s Cutting Room
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 […]
Three-Step Money-Saving Mode: Living a Semi-Retired Traveler Life Even Without Winning the Lottery
Reaching the milestone of turning thirty, I’ve pondered over whether I’ve been pursuing wealth or dreams. Gradually, I realized the prevalent advice urging one to prioritize "financial management" or finding a "stable" job over chasing dreams. Indeed, the notion of "suffer now, enjoy later" isn’t entirely flawed. Many cautionary tales preach that indulging too early […]
What is Infantile Colic?
Infantile colic doesn’t indicate illness, nor does it suggest any issues with the baby’s intestines. It’s rather a "syndrome" caused by unknown reasons, wherein despite parents’ best efforts to soothe, the baby may still cry inconsolably. During episodes, the baby’s stomach appears bloated, accompanied by uncomfortable facial expressions, hence termed "colic." Age of Colic Onset […]
Adult’s Playful Banter May Hurt a Child’s Dignity
Rarely do I talk about my daughter. She’s only 3 and a half years old, not yet as articulate as an older child. Her speech is still not very fluent. She has a rather "free-spirited" personality, a bit bossy. All the men in the family dote on her; my father and her father are both […]