The Top Trend Predictions for 2021
2021 will be a wild ride for fashion lovers and style enthusiasts everywhere. With us still being in the middle of a pandemic and changes are happening with the way consumers shop, it will definitely give way to how differently people dress and style themselves. Here are a few trend predictions that may give way in 2021.
2021 will be a wild ride for fashion lovers and style enthusiasts everywhere. With us still being in the middle of a pandemic and changes are happening with the way consumers shop, it will definitely give way to how differently people dress and style themselves. Here are a few trend predictions that may give way in 2021.
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First thing to know about fashion trends is that they are always on a cycle which means trends never really go out of style, permanently at least. Trends somehow never really leave our wardrobe. With that being said, some of the era’s I think will make a big comeback is the 70’s and the early 2000’s. With the rise of social justice and political consciousness within Gen Z and younger Millennials, I definitely think the trends of the 1970’s hippie movement will make a serious comeback. Think DIY denim, cottage dresses and crochet pieces. Also, just like the 70’s people will be way more conscious about what they wear and the materials that are used to make it which means sustainable brands will make a huge wave this year as well.
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Of course, the rise of the Y2K has already made head way in 2020 but be prepared to relive the 2000’s even more with the reboot of many brands such as Baby Phat and Juicy Couture. You may see the return of baguette bags, fuzzy bucket hats, and even velour sweat suits.
Another trend we will see is functionality and comfort over everything. No more are the days of fitting into a size 7 shoe when you are a 9 just to be stylish. After the events of 2020, people are slowly realizing that you can have comfort and style at the same time. People want longer lasting pieces that they’re able to mix and match while also being able to get work done then hang out with their friends afterwards. It’s all about versatility and functional wear.
With just some of the trends I listed it doesn’t mean you have to run out and add these items back into your wardrobe. Style is about your personal expression and how you want to represent yourself. But if you did want to add some of these looks to your wardrobe this can be used as a little guide to be ahead of the pack.
Pantone’s Color of the Year for 2021
Fashion lovers and style enthusiasts rejoice. The Pantone’s Color of the Year for 2021 is here and not only did they announce one color but two! The two colors selected will be Ultimate Gray (PANTONE 17-5104) and Illuminating (PANTONE 13-0647) as the shades for Pantone's Color of the Year 2021. According to Teen Vogue, the last time Pantone announced two colors for color of the year was back in 2016.
Fashion lovers and style enthusiasts rejoice. The Pantone’s Color of the Year for 2021 is here and not only did they announce one color but two! The two colors selected will be Ultimate Gray (PANTONE 17-5104) and Illuminating (PANTONE 13-0647) as the shades for Pantone's Color of the Year 2021. According to Teen Vogue, the last time Pantone announced two colors for color of the year was back in 2016. Now, that you know what the colors of the year are I’m sure you’ll be rushing to your wardrobe and finding ways to match up your yellow and grey hues in your closet. Before you rush out to get that fancy looking yellow dress or some grey stylish joggers, let’s take a look on what these two colors actually represent.
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After doing a little digging, I was able to do some color theory research to see what these colors actually represent and what message you will be sending with adding these colors to your signature style. My first color to do a little research on was yellow. Not just because it's one of my favorite colors but visually it's appeasing and welcoming. Thanks to 99design, I was able to find that yellow is for happiness, hope and spontaneity. After the year we’ve had, wearing this color to uplift your spirits and give you some hope for the future of 2021 is not a bad idea. With your wardrobe you will let everyone know you are ready for positivity and good vibes which may invite new relationships and opportunities to come your way.
For grey, the first thing I thought of was dull and boredom. But after doing some research my thoughts on the color changed. With my research I saw that grey can represent professionalism, formality and conventionality. With the color grey, you can give off the message of being grounded, trustworthy and even being ready for business. Adding this color to your wardrobe will definitely give your closet a more mature feel which can be a good thing. It sends the message you are ready for anything that comes your way and you are truly a boss.
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With the combination of these colors, your style can definitely elevate to new heights. Even if you want to add these colors as accents with accessories, jewelry or shoes. You definitely will be telling the world you are ready for whatever 2021 will throw at you with style and grace.
Jordan Release Date Delays Due to Pandemic
Air Jordan is known for its iconic releases but after closing their physical stores Nike is delaying many of their Spring release, including the much anticipated "Air Dior" collab with Italian luxury brand Dior. Now online retailers are having to question how is this going to impact their business. How will this pandemic affect how we shop in the future?
Since I was a little girl, I always remembered the significance of Air Jordan sneaker releases. I grew up in an era where dedicated customers would skip school/work to wait in lines for hours just for the newest release. This era was made up of raffles and hypebeasts. During this time, we also saw the growth of the online/ecomm niche that surrounded these huge releases. These drops are still highly anticipated, leaving people counting down the days until they can get the freshest pair of Jays. Unfortunately for many sneakerheads, Air Jordan has decided to delay many of their Spring releases until they can have a more impactful drop.
According to Complex, sources have speculated that these delays are due to Coronavirus- related obstacles. As a way to combat the spread of COVID-19, many Nike stores were forced to close their doors. And although Nike still has an online storefront, nothing beats coming into a physical store on the day of a big release. These delays include one of the most anticipated drops the company has ever had.
For their Fall 2020 show in Miami, Italian luxury brand Dior and it’s Artistic Director, Kim Jones, revealed their collaboration w/ the famous Air Jordan 1’s OG.
The collab called “Air Dior” includes low-top and high-top OG 1’s, as well as RTW (ready to wear) apparel and accessories curated by both brands. The hightop sneakers were said to be one of the most expensive Air Jordan releases, retailing at staggering $2,000 dollars. This release was limited to only 8,500 pairs, each pair individually numbered.
The decrease in big releases has impacted sneaker retailers and resellers worldwide. Without big drops during Spring, retailers are having a difficult time attracting consumers to their online shops. In turn, there is bound to be a decrease in activity via online markets like StockX or FlightClub. There has also been a decrease in prices of many of these limited edition sneakers.
Experts believe that this pandemic will change the retail platform as a whole. There will be more emphasis and utilization of online platforms while people get comfortable with the idea of going outside again. This will result in people flooding to sites for their sneaker needs. It is also predicted that many people will not want to spend big bucks for big releases, leading to a decrease in sneaker prices as a whole. It all depends on the demand for the release. For now, brands like Nike are in a waiting game with the rest of the world.
Photo creds: @sneakernews and dior.com
Report: Lauren Tucker
Retro Days Are Back
Let’s take the boots and layers off for a second and talk about spring. It’s frequent that designers use a specific decade as a source of inspiration within their collection.
Let’s take the boots and layers off for a second and talk spring. It’s frequent for designers to use a specific decade as a source of inspiration within their collection. Designers showcased spring collections that look like they came out of “That’s 70’s Show”, but with a modern twist. Today, we see many designers using psychedelic patterns and bright colors, the retro days are back for spring and summer. Modern hippy looks flooded the runway with eye-catching patterns and colors. Designers were feeling a little nostalgic thinking back on old days, thus bringing us unique collections. Here's a guide of must-have pieces your wardrobe needs to achieve the 70’s psychedelic look this spring and summer.
The first essential you must have in your wardrobe is a pair of patterned pants. Designers like Paco Rabanne and Charlotte Knowles, in my opinion, have nailed the retro look, while keeping it modern and trendy.
Christopher Kane’s Spring 2020 Collection shows us that overalls are back in trend, but with some crazy colors. We see this trend with many other designers as well, bright neon color blocking is making a comeback this season. Style this dress with a white t-shirt underneath and some chunky white boots. Don’t forget to accessorize!
Disco collars are going to make a shocking comeback this season, and they’re going to stand out in a bold way, so hop on board early and think fearless! Get groovy with this trend but pay attention to one thing; contrast! Style yours with a white blazer, and some funky pants to top the look off. As long as you make sure to contrast your look, you can't go wrong! Top the look off with some chunky retro sunnies as we see with Paco Rabanne.
Report: Emily Andrews
Zoë Kravitz's Cool 90's Style in Hulu's "High Fidelity"
A new, gender-reversed Hulu adaptation of Nick Hornby's 1995 novel “High Fidelity” was aired this February.
A new, gender-reversed Hulu adaptation of Nick Hornby's 1995 novel “High Fidelity” was aired this February. The series is about a heartbroken record shop owner, determined to revisit her five all-time greatest heartbreaks in a journey of self-discovery, and to see what went wrong in each relationship. The main character, Rob, is played by none other than the amazing Zoë Kravitz, and her style in the show mimics her unique style in real life.
It influences it so much that Kravitz and the costume designer for the show, Colleen Atwood, actually went and shopped for the clothing at vintage stores together. Kravitz told indiewire that “a lot of the band T-shirts were [hers], too. [Also,] Colleen designed this great leather jacket that was kind of a homage to the jacket that [John] Cusack wears in the [first] film.” The costumes were a nostalgic take inspired by the 90’s, featuring high-waisted jeans, Hawaiian shirts, loose flowy pants, long jackets and sweaters, and combat boots. Band t-shirts were a big hit on the show. Kravitz was seen wearing a Bowie T-shirt, Beastie Boys, and a long Bob Marley shirt almost worn like a dress. Kravitz and Atwood paired some of these looks with high-waisted blue jeans, and a pair of loafers. The long leather trench coat was also worn frequently throughout the show, paired with a variety of different styles.
The most memorable was with a Hawaiian shirt worn as a dress, and completed with a pair of black chunky boots. The best, and most casual look from the show was Kravitz in a basic yellow shirt, high-waisted blue jeans, and again, the chunky black boots. She threw her braids in some pigtails and called it a day. High Fidelity is turning heads not only for people who love the production, but for music and fashion lovers as well. The styles in the show are not only affordable, but are also so easily achieved that you probably already have some of it in your closet.
Watch High Fidelity on Hulu today.
Words by Libby Ayers.
Paris Fashion Week Spring 2020 Trend Recap
As Paris Fashion Week has come to an end last week, take note of upcoming trends from fall. Our favorite runway trend includes all-black outfits with bold pops of red showing your boss attitude and femininity.
Alexander McQueen - Fall Ready To Wear 2020
Chanel - Fall Ready To Wear 2020
As Paris Fashion Week and Fall 2020 Ready-To-Wear collections wrapped up a week ago and the weather transitions to Spring, now is the time to consider pieces, styles, and colors to incorporate in your wardrobe for Fall. Fall 2020 Ready-To-Wear notes collections from renowned designers, including Chanel, Saint Laurent, Yeezy, Sacai, etc. Each has their own interpretation of what the modern millennial woman should be wearing, but as great minds think alike, there are trending looks you should be paying attention to. While there are many trends to follow, our favorite and affordable trend includes all-black pieces with red statement pops. While each was designed differently, all featured the predominant black outfit featuring a pop of true red showing a bold, boss woman ready to take on the world.
Alexander McQueen included a deep-necked black suit and patent leather heels. The suit, not average, featured a detailed, elaborate sleeve, which also is in trend, in red. Chanel followed with a different approach to the trend featuring a dramatic, black evening gown with red accessories, including belts and handbags. Stella McCartney’s collection proved to be a favorite with a black and red flannel pattern in a two-pieces sweater and skirt with cutouts. As we will transition into Fall in the coming months, we are sure to see this black and red statement trend made affordably in fast-fashion stores like Zara, H&M, and ASOS.
Stella McCartney - Fall Ready To Wear 2020
Words by Necole Jackson.
Photo Credits: Vogue.com, Gorunway.com, Isidore Montag, Alessandro Lucioni/ Filippo Fior.
Street Style at AfroPunk Festival
This past weekend was the AFROPunk festival, an annual music festival located in Brooklyn, NY
Article & Photos: Keyonna Butler
This past weekend was the AFROPunk festival, an annual music festival located in Brooklyn, NY that celebrates black culture and provides a safe space for you to be your true self. I had the opportunity to attend the first day on Saturday, August 26th and while there I saw some amazing street style. The crowd was filled with beautiful people sporting beautiful garments, some handmade and some donned independent brands from NYC. It was an amazing sight to see so much creativity & style from everyone who attended the festivities. Here are some of my favorites of the weekend.
In The Industry: Mary Katranzou
All of Mary Katranzou's self named collections revolve around the filtered beauty within luxury things
MARY KATRANTZOU
Brand name: Mary Katrantzou
Creative Director & Designer: Mary Katrantzou
Start year: 2009
Personal 411 on Mary Katrantzou:
Mary Kantrantzou's self named clothing line debuted her first ready-to-wear collection at London Fashion Week in Spring/Summer of 2009. All of Mary's self named collections revolve around the filtered beauty within luxury things; a piece from the art of a design that an everyday woman would not be able to wear if it were real. Mary uses prints of textiles designs as the main focus in all of her collections which her previous season collections displayed textiles designs such as perfume bottles, artisan blown glasses, interiors and object of art, vintage postage stamps just to name a few. Each print Mary creatives is designed around the garment and also the garment around the print. With print textiles being so visual, prints has allowed Mary to create her own world but in the visual language that she displays throughout her collections. Mary's goal into every seasonal collection she puts out is to create something new and something people will appreciate for its intelligent design aesthetic.
Personal 411 review on Mary Katrantzou SS17 collection:
Mary's influences for this collection were in between the triply graphics of the late 60's and early 70's music posters and her Greek roots with Greek vases and plates. Mary wanted to combine "swirly prog-rock patterns with symbols of the ancient Greek world in flared trousers and stretch t-shirts" with also layering which has been a signature of Mary's collection pieces. Mary managed to use completely different range influences and mash them together to make a beautiful textiles art out of this season's garments; allowing herself to explore her creative and take risks. This collection embodies originality and are great statement pieces for women worldwide.
Rate of Mary Katrantzou SS17 collection: 10/10
Credits: Jenna G., Access Styling Intern
Celebrity Stylist: Dress To Kill
They say "dressing well is a form of good manners", these ladies have perfect etiquette.
Chiara Capitani
She’s described by The Coveteur of the queen of the “new wave of fashion girls who effortlessly mix skate labels into their wardrobe.” Her closet goes from streetwear brands such as Thrasher, Supreme, and Anti Social Social Club to Loewe and Louis Vuitton. But thats not all, she can on anyway be seen wearing either some of the rarest sneakers, or show stopper heels. She does not call herself a “stylist,” she is an image consultant that has works with brands all across the board and credits her biggest success as working with Vogue Man but her dream would be to work for Prada Sport. Read More
Anna Katsanis
Anna Katsanis is a Greek born and United States raised, New York based stylist who's work can be found throughout different editorials and fashion advertising. Her love for fashion came from film and fashion designs, some of which you can see reminiscent in her work. She has worked with Harpers Bazaar, Interview Magazine, Neimans and Refinery 29 alike and is the face behind the incredible style of Laverne Cox.
Newheart Ohanian
Newheart Ohanian began her career in styling after working for several years in the fashion industry, deciding to shift her focus and try out freelance fashion styling. She attributes much of her knowledge and experience to studying apparel and textile design in Florence and Milan. Her love of storytelling through visual imagery makes her invaluable to her clients and made her the perfect women to handle the job of styling for Beyonce’s critically acclaimed Lemonade project.
Ade Samuel
Ade started her work in the fashion industry as an intern at Teen Vogue, which because of her hard work eventually allowed her a job as a fashion assistant. With these jobs, she was allowed a platform to meet some of the most influential stylists in the industry and she would volunteer to do little jobs like work on photoshoots. She now works for the likes of Nicole Richie, Christina Aguilera and Miley Cyrus and Big Sean. But her work does not stop there, shes also introduced her own shoe line, Ade Samuel Shoes, a dream shes had for a long time. At 27, shes new in the game, but working harder than many.
Charlie Brianna
Charlie Brianna’s bio describes her as having “timeless style driven by an unparalleled imagination.” At the young age of 22, she has already worked on many editorials, red carpets, video shoots and personal shopping. Her work includes work with celebrities such as P. Diddy, Chris Hemsworth, Nicki Minaj and Brandy Norwood.
Mel Ottenberg
Mel Ottenberg is described in Vanity Fair as being a “styling veteran,” because of working with stars such as Brittany Spears and Pamela Anderson. But his most recognized work is done with pop superstar Rihanna. He does all of her red-carpet ensembles and tour costumes. He says he fell into styling by accident and then after doing great his first time, started writing letters to photographers such as David LaChapelle requesting to work with him.
Nini Nguyen
Nini Nguyen is a fashion stylist with a love of fashionable and chic individuality. This is exuded throughout all her works in which she shows how clothes SHOULD lay and be used to enhance a women s body. She started off at Banana Republic and Neiman Marcus and eventually advanced to Oscar de La Renta and Barneys New York. Her styling Philosophy is that “anyone can look like a million without spending a million and believes in buying less but investing in quality pieces that will last forever.”
Credits: Imani C., Access Public Relations Intern
KINGMINZLY SHORT FILM EXTRAVAGANZA
The LATEST: Short Film Series by KingMinzly & Anahata Milytia
The LATEST: Short Film Series by KingMinzly & Anahata Milytia
WARNING SOME SCENES IN THESE FILMS MAY BE NOT PLEASING TO ALL AUDIENCES. VIEWER DISCRETION IS ADVISED
The Raptor: Inspired by the 1977 horror film Children of the Corn
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Avant-Garde': Pilot to the Avant Garde' short film series
Y Why: Fashion Film showcasing Vintage Gucci, Maison Margiela
SAF: Natural Born Killers www.anahataxmilytia.com
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Creative Directors / Stylist:
KingMinzly - @kingminzly
Billyracxx - @billyracxx
Engineer / Producer:
Phoolish - @earthshamanajna
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Dakota - @dak.ta
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Leslie
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Zoë Kravitz Is The New Face of YSL Beauty
"As part of her collaboration with YSL, the actress and fashion muse will share some of her beauty tips and favorite looks as well as star in a corresponding video project."
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Lupita Nyong'o Graciously Shuts Down Vogue's Comparison to Audrey Hepburn
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Rolls-Royce Wraith Luggage Collection
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Accessory Designer Melissa Janae Brings Her Charm(s) to Wildfire: The Series
Glam Nation brings the finishing touches to Wildfire: The Series.
“I’ve always had a love for accessorizing. I believe that accessories are the heartbeat of any outfit.”
Philadelphia native and accessory designer, Melissa Janae shares her designs at The Wildfire Series. The event, taking place April 30th, is aimed at providing a platform for emerging creatives and artists to showcase their designs and talents.
The self-described creative and free spirit started Glam Nation in 2012. Originally set to be a cosmetics brand, Glam Nation eventually transformed into an accessory line.
Much of Melissa's inspiration stems from vintage fashion, old Hollywood films to be exact. With the likes of Carmen and Casablanca, decorative and ornate styles are the foundation of her designs. “I would describe my overall style as BIG, eye catching, and controversial.”, states Melissa Janae.
In the future, Melissa envisions her Glam Nation pieces being worn on celebrities such as Solange, Janelle Monae, Lupita Nyong’o, Erykah Badu and Rihanna. In addition to opening a boutique, she also plans on adding more simpler pieces to her collection.
The 28 year old designer’s custom headpieces and necklaces can be purchased at Wildefire: The Series, as well as Etsy.
Curated by Niani Patterson (nianipatterson@aol.com)
At the rise of Covid-19 many of us first questioned the timeline of fashion week and would we see the regular calendar continue - the question weighed over many of us for months! It was refreshing to see design houses and designers across the globe take advantage of the uncertainty and plow into production mode - thus my interest in Jerri Reid New York - The Black Designer based in Brooklyn New York wow’d instagram with his latest collection paying homage to the Black Is King film which debuted earlier this year in July. I was taken aback at quick of a turn round the young designer produced and released his well crafted designs reflecting some of the films most memorable moments.