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In-depth dives on the brands, designers and names shaping fashion today

Rocketman: The Style of Elton John
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Rocketman: The Style of Elton John

His music made him a pop icon. His outfits made him a fashion icon.

By Marc Richardson May 31, 2019
The Origins—and Impact—of Polo Sport
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The Origins—and Impact—of Polo Sport

The line that changed sportswear forever.

By Andrew Craig May 28, 2019
From Kanye to ComplexCon: A Brief History of Takashi Murakami
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From Kanye to ComplexCon: A Brief History of Takashi Murakami

An icon of Japanese modern art.

By Gunner Park May 6, 2019
Marketing Authenticity: Shinola's Convoluted History
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Marketing Authenticity: Shinola's Convoluted History

“You don’t know shit from Shinola.” While originally a reference to their top of the li...

By Gunner Park May 3, 2019
Made in Canada: The Brand Behind Reigning Champ and Wings + Horns
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Made in Canada: The Brand Behind Reigning Champ and Wings + Horns

In an industrial strip of Vancouver sits a relatively nondescript grey building that is...

By Marc Richardson April 29, 2019
Chalet Chic: A Brief History of Moncler
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Chalet Chic: A Brief History of Moncler

Clothing as a status symbol is not uncommon. A designer handbag, a large brand name log...

By Rocky Li April 26, 2019
The Intersection of Art and Streetwear: The Legacy of KAWS
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The Intersection of Art and Streetwear: The Legacy of KAWS

Over the past decade, the gap between the art and fashion world has all but diminished....

By Marc Richardson April 15, 2019
The Exclusive and Elusive History of Goyard
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The Exclusive and Elusive History of Goyard

The Parisian luggage maker that predates LV

By Phil Levens April 8, 2019
"The Shot": A History of the Air Jordan IV
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"The Shot": A History of the Air Jordan IV

A brief history of the Jordan IV

By Stephen Albertini February 19, 2019
Cut from Italian Cloth: A Brief History of Barena Venezia
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Cut from Italian Cloth: A Brief History of Barena Venezia

While Barena Venezia may not yet have the lineage of Italian juggernauts such as Loro P...

By Jacob Victorine February 18, 2019
Godfather of Streetwear: The Life and Legacy of Hiroshi Fujiwara
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Godfather of Streetwear: The Life and Legacy of Hiroshi Fujiwara

Japan’s preeminent tastemaker, Hiroshi Fujiwara is the pinnacle of Japanese streetwear....

By Rocky Li January 31, 2019
The Reshuffled Culture of J.W. Anderson
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The Reshuffled Culture of J.W. Anderson

In fashion, the ability to curate references and cultivate ideas from them reigns supre...

By Jacob Victorine January 21, 2019
The Evolving Exchange Between America and Japan
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The Evolving Exchange Between America and Japan

The United States enjoys a special relationship with the United Kingdom that extends to...

By Marc Richardson January 17, 2019
A New Blueprint: A History of the Air Max 95
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A New Blueprint: A History of the Air Max 95

Milton Glaser, legendary designer of “I Love New York” logo and the now-famous Bob Dyla...

By Stephen Albertini January 10, 2019
From Mountain Trails To Runways: A Brief History of Salomon
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From Mountain Trails To Runways: A Brief History of Salomon

Those who spent winters on the snowy slopes should be familiar with Salomon. The French...

By Marc Richardson January 8, 2019
More Than Just a Man: A History of the adidas Stan Smith
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More Than Just a Man: A History of the adidas Stan Smith

It’s been 33 years since Stan Smith retired from the game of tennis, but you’d never kn...

By Stephen Albertini December 27, 2018