fashion
Ancient Greece
The Evolution of Fashion in Ancient Greece
In the rugged and sunny shores of ancient Greece, where philosophy reshaped our world and democracy took its first baby steps, clothing played a fundamental role in defining people’s standing and personalities.
The clothes the early Greek men and women...
History
The Rise and Fall of Pants in Ancient Rome: From Ban to Commonplace Couture
Togas and tunics were the fashion in ancient Rome for both men and women, but the Roman Empire covered a large area of the map. Thus, conquered cultures had their own dress with many wearing pants. Romans hence began...
Ancient Greece
How Versace Brought Ancient Greek Mythology Into Fashion
Ancient Greece has always captivated the minds of fashion designers, but Versace is the one brand that has so many clear connections to ancient Greek aesthetics that they just can't be ignored.
In the world of luxury fashion, very few...
Fashion
The Olympic Airways Uniform Design That Made Fashion History
Pierre Cardin, who passed away in late December, designed the Olympic Airways flight attendant uniforms in the glory days of the airline.
Ancient Greece
The Enduring Legacy of Ancient Greek Fashion and Clothing
Ancient Greek fashion is a fascinating look into the everyday lives of Greeks from thousands of years ago, and influences catwalks today.
Fashion
The Greek Jeweler who Created the Bulgari Fashion Empire
Bulgari, also known as BVLGARI within fashion circles, is an iconic luxury brand thanks to its high quality jewelry, watches, and accessories
Culture
Color of the Year 2023 Revealed by Pantone
Pantone has officially revealed the color of the year. The New Jersey-based company has announced that Viva Magenta 18-1750 is the hue of choice for 2023.
Pantone describes Viva Magenta as "powerful and empowering." The company is considered an authority...
Fashion
Balenciaga Brand Criticized for Sexualizing Children
Luxury fashion brand Balenciaga has been heavily criticized for an advertising campaign that featured young children with sexually-suggestive items. Critics have decried the campaign for its potential to normalize child pornography.
The campaign featured images of two female children holding...
Fashion
Ancient Greek Sandals: Timeless Shoes for the Summer
Ancient Greek sandals are all the rage on the fashion scene when it comes to summer footwear.
Art
Christian Louboutin Collection Makes Greece its Muse
Luxury fashion brand Christian Louboutin has dedicated a new collection to Greece, calling it a land and sea ode to "the deep blues and brilliant whites," as well as the rich browns and blacks of Ancient Greek pottery.
For the...