Major brands like Alexander McQueen, Nike, and Thierry Mugler are using virtual influencers. But fashion observers wonder if a not-real being can truly sell real life clothing.
Kristopher Fraser is a fashion editor based in New York City. He currently works as the New York Editor for Fashionunited.com, and his work has also appeared on Allmyfriendsaremodels.com and Rivetandjeans.com.
Doja Cat, Charli XCX and PinkPantheress took the stage at Elsewhere in Bushwick for Jacobs’ “Heaven” collection New York Fashion Week party. Plus, Sergio Hudson and Private Policy.
Alice + Olivia, Dauphinette, and anOnlyChild showcased looks at New York Fashion Week that were daring in design and palette.
TikTok and Instagram are battling over who will claim the crown as the fashion industry’s preferred social media platform. This war is glaringly evident at New York Fashion Week.
Open Style Lab is overseeing a first-of-its-kind NYFW runway show called Double Take, which aims to increase disability visibility and champion adaptive fashion.
Major brands like Fendi, Marni, and Puma are showing at New York Fashion Week, alongside designers including Tommy Hilfiger, Tom Ford, Carolina Herrera, and Michael Kors.
Kanye West’s Yeezy Gap Engineered by Balenciaga collection was presented in trash bags, encapsulating how fashion is echoing the all-round nervousness of now.
Some leading fashion brands have signaled their support for safeguarding women’s safe access to abortion provision. Many others, including Gap, Zara, and Chanel, have not—yet.
When Etsy raised its transaction fees by 30 percent, its sellers went on strike. Discontent over executive bonuses and other company management issues is still simmering.
The CROWN Act bans hair discrimination in employment, housing programs, and public access accommodations. While it’s been welcomed, some claim it doesn’t go far enough.