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Feminism Speaks Fashion

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Photo courtesy of Kendall Ross | Design by Natalie RulonThere is a distinct vibration of power present when one acknowledges the connection between feminism and fashion. Fashion is the matriarch of society, deciding which voices will be heard, whereas feminism, an apparatus of power and confidence, is a superseding force fighting against societally implemented … [Read more...] about Feminism Speaks Fashion

Value Ethical Fashion over Capitalist Greenwashing

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Art by Elizabeth BrummerEthical fashion is a buzzword in pop culture progressivism, but how much do people really know about sustainable ethics in the industry? It has become easier for companies to greenwash — convey a false impression of environmentalism — their products in order to maintain a sustainable and ethical appearance.This current generation of college … [Read more...] about Value Ethical Fashion over Capitalist Greenwashing

Q&A: Senior Spotlight — Colette Faulkner

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Colette Faulkner on a Waves Debate tournament in Amsterdam during December 2019 | Photo courtesy of Colette Faulkner Senior Colette Faulkner can be frequently seen around campus with bright, eclectic outfits. With a passion for fashion, Faulkner said she hopes to pursue a career in the fashion industry after she graduates this spring. The Economics major sat down with the … [Read more...] about Q&A: Senior Spotlight — Colette Faulkner

Chromatic Communication: Color Speaks Volumes in Fashion

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Photo by Milan Loiacono For centuries, color has played an important role in clothing's power to convey political symbols, personal messages and social statuses. Color also represents a collective sentiment in clothing's ability to tell stories, said Juan Marco Torres, a senior and aspiring fashion designer. "Fashion is very powerful; it represents how people look at … [Read more...] about Chromatic Communication: Color Speaks Volumes in Fashion