Monthly Archives: October 2024

Vintage clothes shops in Central Victoria defy retail slump by promoting ‘fashion tourism’

Mollie Purbrick has been selling vintage fashion since she was 14 years old, so opening a bricks-and-mortar store in her regional Victorian hometown of Castlemaine never felt like a huge plunge. Now in her 30s, Ms Purbrick flung the doors open on her vintage clothing store, named Maud, in August, bucking a national trend towards […]

Fashion show for breast cancer awareness

JONESBORO, Ark. (KAIT) – Breast cancer awareness continued this month in the form of a fashion show. Enchantments Boutique hosted its 18th fashion show at the Jonesboro Country Club on Tuesday, October 8. Event planner Lisa Davis shared what the support group does. “Whatever a newly diagnosed person needs, they try to take care of,” […]

Chicago Fashion Week Returns to Celebrate Talent and Connect with Consumers

After more than a decade, Chicago Fashion Week is being held again with the city’s endorsement. To kick off the event, The Curio will be hosting a group runway show titled “A Celebration of Chicago Style” Wednesday night at the Chicago Cultural Center. Eight designers will be participating including better-known ones like Maria Pinto, who […]

Fashion icon Victor Costa talks fashion influence, growing up in Fifth Ward, and being the ‘Copycat’ king

Houston – Victor Costa, a legendary fashion designer known for bringing high-end fashion to the masses, recently shared stories from his incredible life and career on Houston Life. Costa, often referred to as the “greatest copyist in the world,” reflected on his journey from humble beginnings in Houston’s Fifth Ward to rubbing elbows with the […]

‘The Experience’ at L.A. Fashion Weekend Introduces Los Angeles’ First Fashion Co-Working Space at Hollywood Prod

A Two-Day Celebration of Innovation and Style Unveils New Opportunities for Fashion Entrepreneurs in the Heart of Hollywood. LOS ANGELES, October 8, 2024 (Newswire.com) – “The Experience” at L.A. Fashion Weekend is set to kick off at Hollywood Production Center, marking the launch of Los Angeles’ first-ever fashion co-working space, designed to foster collaboration, innovation, […]

A$AP Rocky Says Rihanna “Fell In Love” At “Fashion Killa” Video Shoot

A$AP Rocky shares what he believes to be the moment he earned Rihanna‘s heart, and for fans of the couple, it may not be a surprise. Covering W Magazine, with images captured by Rih, the Harlem rapper opened up about their relationship and its origin. “This is very special because this is the first place […]

TikTok, French Women’s Ready-to-Wear federation ink partnership deal

Translated by Nicola Mira Published October 8, 2024 Trying to contrast Shein‘s rise and practices, the French Women’s Ready-to-Wear Federation seems to have decided to give French labels the opportunity to use weapons similar to those adopted by the ultra-fast fashion giant, and has inked a partnership deal with Chinese social media video app TikTok. […]

Fashion designer Barrie Blue’s NYC ‘boathouse’ asks $2.4M

Come sail away — to Chelsea. There, the under-the-radar fashion designer and writer Barrie Blue — aka Barrie Denn — has listed his “boathouse” at 217 W. 14th St. for $1.25 million. Blue also owns the adjacent one-bedroom apartment, which is on the market for $1.15 million. The homes can also be purchased together for […]

10 Petite Trench Coats for Women (and Tips from a 5’2″ Designer)

Plus, fit tips from a 5’2” designer PureWow editors select every item that appears on this page, and the company may earn compensation through affiliate links within the story. All prices are accurate upon date of publish. You can learn more about the affiliate process here. Babaton, Dana Dickey. it: Zbynek Pospisil/Getty, Natalie LaBarbera, Gap […]

Denim Trends at Paris Fashion Week

Denim was woven seamlessly into Spring/Summer 2025 collections at Paris Fashion Week. Though Y2K trends are waning, designers are still having fun with bling. Glittery feather motifs, beaded fringe and clusters of crystals decorated Chanel’s black and indigo denim. The French fashion house also replicated its iconic quilting pattern with sequins. Dice Kayek also embellished […]