I would be lying if I said the first day of school wasn’t something I secretly look forward to every year. For as long as I can remember, I’ve been addicted to the electric energy the first day brings...
On the first Monday of every May, millions of citizens who are otherwise unconcerned with fashion become the biggest couch critics, dissecting Met Gala looks with the same scrutiny as seasoned pros.
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But let’s just say it — Americans love to be comfortable.
So much so that in the 1980s, tech professionals in Silicon Valley drove the final nail into the coffin of formality in a rebellion against traditional work attire, leading to the emergence of business casual style.
Spring has just begun, symbolizing growth, renewal and a ritual shedding of winter’s heavy layers. If history has a way of repeating itself — which it always does — this spring promises shorter hemlines, lighter fabrics and a predictable resurgence of floral prints.
If political history has taught us anything, it's that the fastest way to break a headline isn't record-breaking global heat or ongoing humanitarian crises — it’s a president wearing the wrong outfit.
Overconsumption significantly detracts from personal style and the overall originality of fashion. Gone are the days when you saw a designer piece on the runway — naturally out of budget — and thought to yourself, “damn…I wish I could have that.”
The sheer power of the see-through dress has kept this controversial yet popular trend relevant for centuries. Whether you’re a fan or not — I am definitely an admirer — there’s no denying that the “naked” dress never fails to make a statement.
Smoking and high fashion have always been deeply intertwined. From paparazzi photos featuring ‘90s celebrities pairing vintage handbags with Marlboro Golds to modern campaigns sporting them as the season’s chicest accessory, cigarettes have been a recurring prop in fashion’s visual language.
In fashion, age almost always proves to be more than a number— it becomes a rule book with rigid restrictions based on the ever-changing definition of appropriate.
Now, the expression stands for something entirely different. On the surface, it makes sense. It’s no easy feat to abandon a label you love, but when these harmful offenses are as recurring as Dolce & Gabbana, can we truly separate the two? If artists are their art, as many argue, does supporting the product inherently support the person — or, in this case, the brand and its values?
Considering these social implications, wearing the MAGA logo goes further than endorsing Trump — it represents a full-fledged identity and a willingness to stand by a set of controversial ideals, like his comments about Haitian immigrants and his plan to leave the Paris Agreement. In this way, MAGA merch has evolved into a form of resistance for some — a visible statement of allegiance to Trump, regardless of the backlash it might invite.
