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  • By Sophia Schack In an age where fashion becomes a statement on identity, politics, and empowerment, there comes a question of who female modesty is truly for. The “modest fashion” movement is more than a trend – it’s a statement. From brands like Pretty Little Thing and Revolve catering towards a more covered-up and “old…

  • We asked the Fashion Society’s editorial committee to give their best fashion advice. Here’s what they had to say! Chloé Neveux, Barnard College ’27, Economics on the Political Track and Music  My best piece of fashion advice would be to wear colors that resonate with you and reflect your current mood. Everyone has colors that…

  • By Michael Shavelle On a rainy day earlier this semester, I was wandering on the fourth floor of MOMA when a photography series caught my eye. A beautifully retro man stands with cocked hips and his hands tucked into a cool leather jacket. Small text protrudes from different points of his outfit, drawing the viewer…

  • By Raja Ahmed Saeed “The Middle East” has often been imagined in the West as a vast region riddled with war, humanitarian crises, and a dearth of basic human rights. The global imagination tends to paint Middle Eastern women as lacking agency, hidden behind forceful veils and shunned from exercising their freedom. I could write…

  • By Sophia Schack As the Holiday Season is in full swing, it is important to give thanks to our fashion forefathers of the holiday’s past. Those who give us life, looks, and happiness deserve special recognition during the season of giving. There’s no end to the wisdom that the ghosts of fashion past, present and…

  • By Leah Goryachkovsky Traversing the “hard doors” and obscene vibe checks of nightlife is daunting enough, but there’s now a new element to New York’s most difficult game. Say goodbye to the old-fashioned uniform of a cocktail dress and heels and hello to knowing what you can bring to the table. Your money is no…

  • By Ashley Elizabeth Young Alicia Keys sang it best in Jay Z’s 2009 pop hit “Empire State of Mind” describing New York as a “concrete jungle where dreams are made of” (Z 0:54). Notorious for its blinding lights, bustling traffic, and colossal skyscrapers, New York City’s sparkle is further enhanced by its indomitable fashion preeminence.…

  • Nick Cave’s Epistemic Contributions: The Exploration of Sound Suits

    By Leah Goryachkovsky Nick Cave, a sculptural and performance artist, is best known for bringing attention to the black experience in America through his “Soundsuits” and “Tondos.” He creates poignant work that both resonates and rattles the audience due to the art’s reflection of the painful reality we live in. Cave always identified as a…

  • Distressed to Perfection: An Inside into Columbia Fashion Society’s Golden Goose Event

    By Annie Buda The perfect combination of timeless style, effortless cool, and contemporary edge is laced up in Golden Goose sneakers. This luxury streetwear brand celebrates the lived-in aesthetic, individuality, and authenticity. It is Golden Goose’s ability to seamlessly combine time-honored artisanship and modern sensibility that sets the brand apart in the fashion landscape. As…

  • Women@DIOR: What it Means to be Uplifted 

    By Leah Goryachkovsky Embarking on a journey into the world of fashion, one cannot ignore the pivotal role women play within this dynamic industry. At the forefront of this narrative stands ‘Women@DIOR,’ a mentorship and educational program designed to carve out an empowering space for aspiring women eager to make their mark. To better understand…