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From memorable celebrity sightings (Hi Cardi B, Halle Bailey, Blackpink’s Jisoo, and Lori Harvey) to the chicest street style moments, Paris Fashion Week gave us plenty to rave about. Not to mention the highly photographed runways of enviable looks that set the trends we will soon welcome into our spring wardrobes.
What was noticeably missing from the runway is a representation of different body types.
We all have those tried and true household fashion brands we love to shop, but if diving into the interwebs as a fashion editor, or even simply as a fashion enthusiast teaches you anything, its that there are a wealth of smaller or new brands to discover. When you find them, they’re oftentimes so good they’re just begging to be shared. The unfortunate nature of the fashion industry is that small brands and minority-owned brands often go hand and hand due to the lack of exposure for them. But underexposure (which we’re here to change), is not to be confused with lesser quality – in fact, there’s a long list of Latinx-owned fashion brands you shouldn’t go another day without knowing.
Issa’s romantic life — not to mention her friendship with Molly — hangs in the balance as we head into the fifth and final season of Insecure. We’re not exactly OK with waiting it out (why does Oct. 24 still feel so far away?), but we’re comforted by the fact that we are getting a sneak peek at Issa, Molly, Kelli, and Tiffany’s latest looks. In new stills from the show, we’re treated to a glimpse of the girls styled in easy takes on denim, a sporty tracksuit and fresh plaid for Issa, and new Bottega for Molly. These covetable yet relatable looks are another testament to the expertise of costume designer Shiona Turini, who takes the helm of the show’s wardrobe again for the last season.
While some wondered whether it would even happen, New York Fashion Week not only took place, it delivered on the sartorial inspiration we’ve come to expect each season. Whether at Christian Siriano’s Matrix-inspired universe or Dion Lee’s thong-mask debut, designers delivered bold and provocative pieces meant for a post-pandemic world.
Even with London, Milan, and Paris shows still on the horizon, New York established the core trends everyone will be wearing come fall, no doubt setting the tone for what promises to be an exciting Fashion Month. Bright hues — often in the form of monochrome ensembles — stood out in many collections, infusing fall staples with a buoyant sense of optimism. Workwear was on many designers’ minds as we inch toward a post-pandemic future; one potent answer is in Tory Burch’s sportswear-inspired blazers, which blend comfort and structure.
Next up was the parting. This is where the installation method differs from other wigs. There are clips around the perimeter of the parting, which can be secured to your hair. I tried the three different methods I found on YouTube and eventually decided on a small piece of leave-out to cover the start of the wig. The popular crochet method (looping wig strands through natural hair with a crochet needle or similar tool) is just as effective and great if you’d like to wear the wig long-term. It’s important to do this carefully and efficiently to ensure an easy take-down. Since I plan on taking the wig off regularly, I decided this wasn’t the method for me. The even simpler technique of having no leave-out and simply teasing the root looked bulky and lent my hair the ‘wiggy’ effect that I’m ultimately trying to avoid. That said, it could be a quick and easy style for a night out.