What is Microblading? Microblading is a semi-permanent tattoo for your eyebrows that gives the illusion of real hair, and thus thicker, fuller brows. I recently went to get my eyebrows microbladed at BeautyBoss in Westfield Montgomery Mall. This was such a fun experience. I can’t wait to tell you guys all about. When I first …
New Trend: Fashionistas are Buying Quality and Repairing instead of Replacing The repair industry is booming. That’s a great thing for the sustainable fashion movement. More and more consumers are turning to their local tailor for a quick fix rather than throwing out their clothes that have seen better days. It’s no longer considered an …
Fixing Fashion: The Rise of the Repair Industry to Make Fashion More Sustainable Read More »
All FIDM students and anyone in the fashion industry should be appalled at this partnership and protest it by signing this petition, calling on FIDM to end the SHEIN partnership and to partner with a sustainable fashion brand. FIDM and SHEIN announced a partnership for a new scholarship program and curriculum for students called SHEIN …
FIDM Should END Partnership with SHEIN, a Global Fast Fashion Company Read More »
Grab your popcorn, folks—because the latest chapter in the epic showdown of the fast-fashion world has just dropped, and it’s nothing short of a blockbuster. Picture this: Shein and Temu, the dynamic duo of digital fashion, locked in a courtroom brawl more intense than any Marvel or Star Wars saga. It’s like watching Darth Vader …
Shein vs. Temu: The Clash of the Fast-Fashion Titans Read More »
I had been thinking about the word “sustainable” myself and after reading articles about Mara Hoffman, it’s got me nodding in agreement. “Sustainable Fashion” – it’s a term we toss around like a hot potato, but honestly, it’s starting to feel a bit… stale. Nothing is totally sustainable. It’s like chasing a rainbow that keeps moving – you can run towards it, but you can’t quite reach it. Not yet, anyway.
At this point you all know I love myself some good skincare. Out of all of my blog post topics, skincare is probably the one I write the most about. I think it’s so important to take care of your skin. You probably know I haven’t had the easiest skin journey so I definitely like …
In a twist that could only be described as ironic, I, a vocal advocate for sustainable fashion, received an email from SHEIN, the fast fashion giant, asking “me” to collaborate with them. The email read:
“Good day! We at SHEIN are thrilled to announce the launch of our newest clothing brand, and we couldn’t help but notice your exceptional style and passion for fashion. After carefully reviewing your profile, we believe you possess the qualifications for an exciting collaboration with us.”
What the what????
Lexy Silverstein’s thrifted blazer, turtle neck and upcycled necklace made from old keys – all purchased in Florence Italy
We all know Alison Starling is a five-time Emmy award-winning anchor of the ABC station in Washington DC. Alison started as a reporter at WJLA in 2003 and then moved to the anchor desk a year later. She’s married to Peter Alexander, co-host of the Today Show Saturday editions and an NBC correspondent and they …
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As I stepped into Sage Hill School’s Black Box theater, I was immediately struck by the energy and creativity that filled the room. I was there as a guest speaker for the school’s Reimagined Fashion Upcycling Club’s second annual fashion show, “Deja Vu Through the Decades.” The excitement was palpable, and as a sustainable fashion …
Sage Hill’s Reimagined Fashion Show: A Celebration of Sustainable Style Read More »
I’ve always had pretty thin hair. My hair never has volume, doesn’t hold color well, and very rarely holds curls or any kind of texture. All my life I have been looking for a shampoo or hair product that gives me volume. And guess what? I finally found it! The Derma-E thickening shampoo and conditioner …
Once upon a time, Forever 21 was the ultimate fast fashion empire—trendy, affordable, and absolutely everywhere. You could roll into one of their way-too-bright stores, grab a $10 dress that kind of looked like something straight off a designer runway, and feel like you just hacked fashion. But now? Forever 21 is on its last …
Forever 21’s Collapse Signals a Turning Point for Fast Fashion—What Comes Next? Read More »
Dermalogica Clear Start Kit Dermalogica has a “Clear Start” kit that DOES what it says, allowing for you to get a “clear start” with your skin. Since I moved to California, I have been having issues with breakouts because of the lack of humidity. I stated using this kit and immediately noticed a difference. The …
Unraveling the Threads: The Dark Side of Fast Fashion Exposed in the Brandy Hellville Documentary Lexy Silverstein, Sustainable Fashion Advocate
Since Black people make up 15% of the US population, The Fifteen Percent Pledge is asking retailers to pledge at least 15% of their shelf-space to Black-owned businesses.
Epicuren Discovery’s® goal has been been to leave the biggest impression on this world through natural skincare, while leaving the smallest footprint. They are a result-driven, anti-aging natural beauty brand that cares as much about the wellness and self-care of their customers as they do about the environment. That’s always the first thing I look …