Finding Confidence and Identity Through What We Wear By Isabella Donovan Photograph by Serenidy Ryan Throughout my upbringing in middle and highschool, I used to fear showing my own style. I worried that if I dressed in a way that actually felt like me, it would come across as “too much.” It was easier to blend in and to wear what everyone else was wearing to avoid standing out and to not give anyone a reason to form an opinion. In more contained environments like middle and

Chanel Entered a New Free-Spirited Era with Matthieu Blazy By Rachel Yu Graphic by Yeyoung Jang If you’re on TikTok or Instagram, I’m sure you have seen Chanel’s iconic cap-toe ballet flats circulating on social media. Their distinct two-toned design, complemented by the House’s interlocking CC logo, and a thin leather bow, makes the shoe instantly recognizable and increasingly in demand. In March, Chanel creative director Matthieu Blazy released his Spring/Summer 2026 deb

Gen Z and Digital Culture Are Redefining Prestige By Catherine Ursitti Graphic by Catarina Koehler Traditional luxury was once appreciated in terms of exclusivity and heritage, generating billions in revenue from high-margin couture and flagship retail experiences. However, in recent years its presence at the cultural center has been swiftly overturned. Although many luxury brands retain economic significance, their influence among Gen Z has rapidly declined. These cracks i

Decade-Old Styles Are Back, Refined, and Ready to Wear By Sareena Haq Graphic by Katie-Ann Small As we all reeled in the new year, many on social media were reminiscing on 2016, and what it looked like ten years ago. Instagram was suddenly filled with nostalgic studded accessories, skinny jeans, full-glam makeup, ballet flats, and velvet clothing. Beyond fashion, people remembered the broader pop culture of the time, including the peak of Snapchat, Lemonade by Beyoncé, an

The Boston wind chill is still here, so try these three accessories to keep you bundled up for the remainder of the season. By Rachel Yu Photograph by Olivia Thornton While it is March, the average Bostonian knows that it won’t feel like spring until weeks later. Especially with the recent “Blizzard of 2026,” and the city still recovering from weeks’ worth of snow, spring will surely be delayed for the city this year. While I love warm weather, and finally being able to soak

Secondhand Luxury is Restoring Meaning to What We Wear By Isabella Donovan Photo by Carina McCallum I used to think luxury meant walking into a store where everything smelled expensive. The lighting was perfect, the sales associate spoke softly, offered refreshments, and the purchase came wrapped like a gift. Newness defined luxury. The untouched box, the fresh leather, and the feeling of being the first person to own it justified the financial investment. But somewhere alon

How Designers Are Reacting to Cultural Trends By Catherine Ursitti Graphic by Katie King New York Fashion Week has drawn to an end, setting the stage for the year ahead as designers have debuted their Fall/Winter 2026 collections. The seasonal forecast defining this year's aesthetic direction involves an expanding desire for individuality, bridging the gap between intentional boldness and classic luxury. Statement pieces are back and better than ever. Brooches return as influ

How He Redefined Women's Designer Fashion By Sareena Haq Graphic by Sisi Chen On January 19th, the fashion world lost one of the greats. Valentino Garavani, renowned for revolutionizing evening wear and redefining elegance, died at 93 at his home in Rome, Italy. It felt like the end of something bigger than just one designer's life, but losing a piece of what fashion used to be. If you've ever scrolled through red carpet photos, chances are you have seen Valentino’s work and

2026 is the Year We Make Fashion Fun Again By Nicollette Heath Photo by Coco de Wolfe Gone are the trends of the clean girl, quiet luxury, and office siren. Since the end of 2020, a return to basics marked the trend cycles. Characterized by sleek silhouettes and neutral palettes, the dominant trends of this decade prioritized simplicity and functional dressing over experimentation and maximalism. Yet, things are starting to change. What will define the style of 2026? Whimsy:

A cultural embrace of replicas threatens luxury’s significance. by Laurel Chang Graphic by Melissa Lemieux “Luxury” exists in distance. The space between what you can afford and what you could only admire is what makes designer brands a status symbol. However, the rise of dupe culture—a social media-driven hunt for cheap, fast and convincing replicas of luxury goods—has blurred the once-sharp line between exclusivity and accessibility. Dupe culture isn’t new, but it’s never b