If we’re talking about nuptials in the Western world, “traditional” wedding dresses tend to have a certain silhouettes — the usual shapes being ball gown, A-line, sheath, and mermaid — designed with standard dress materials like tulle, lace, satin, and…
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A black bikini is essential to any well-curated summer wardrobe. And, although we love a good one-piece swimsuit or find ourselves ogling over colorful bikinis as much as the next bathing beauty, it’s the black bikini that proves most versatile…
Hey there, busy bride-to-be! Planning a wedding can be quite a whirlwind of excitement, emotions, and, let’s face it, stress. And when you’re working with a tight schedule, it can feel like an uphill battle to create the perfect day.…
If you’ve been seeing flossy, string bikinis tied upside-down, sideways, and crisscrossed all over TikTok and Instagram for the past two summers, you’re not alone. They’re everywhere — on the likes of celebs (see: Kylie Jenner, Lizzo) and your favorite…
Heading off on a trip and don’t know what to wear? Before you rummage for bottoms in the back of your closet, take a gander at these elevated travel pants you’ll soon grow to love. We understand whether you’re traveling…
You only get two eyes in this lifetime, so it’s important to keep ‘em as healthy and stylish as possible. On those supremely bright and sunny days, that means putting on a pair of trendy sunglasses to protect your delicate…
Rafaiel Knitwear, a fresh face in the fashion industry, is a brand that combines modern aesthetics with ancient philosophy and a deep commitment to naturalism. Founded in 2020 by Darcey Lehman, Rafaiel was birthed with a vision to celebrate human…
There are plenty of names in the swim game, but when an intimates brand doggy paddles its way into these waters, it makes us very excited. Parade — which you likely know from its size-inclusive, ultra-comfortable, and cheerful bras and…
I’ll go right ahead and say it: I am not a summer fashion person. Growing up in Puerto Rico, warm-weather clothing made up my year-round wardrobe and I hated it all my life. But my disdain for stereotypical resortwear goes…
Renowned graphic designer Fengyi Liu has developed a groundbreaking project Arkive, an interactive installation aimed at preserving historical stories that have otherwise faded away with time. The concept behind Arkive originated from Liu’s observation of successfully resurrecting various artworks using…
Did you know that the Middle East is a hotbed of superstitions? That’s right, there are all sorts of beliefs and practices that could be jinxing you without you even realizing it. Fear not, because we’ve got you covered! We’ve…
