Why is Overconsumption normalised?
Overconsumption can take many forms, from food waste to population to resources and more recently technology and trends. As life expectancy has grown over the last 100 years food waste, population and resources have had to grow to accommodate our worlds aging...
Old country vs new country
By Caitlin Kerswill With the 2024 country music awards, we have seen a change in the country’s style. As country stars are now disposing of the stereotypical western fashion and turning on their cowboy boots for classy heels. Country stars seem to be going for...
It’s not Just a Trend- White Dresses are Popular Right Now for a Reason
White dresses have been a typical summer outfit for a while now but haven’t been a full blown trend until this year. They’ve become a popular option to throw on for a casual outing like to the beach, but have especially become popular for fancier affairs. When going...
Is clothes swapping the future of fashion buying? Big Sister Swap think they have they have an answer useful for both the consumer and the planet
Ever wanted new clothes but you’re worried about the impact it will have on the environment? Ever wanted new clothes but feel like you already have enough clothes? Then ‘Big Sister Swap’ is for you! In a society ever-more conscious about the environment, the buying of...
Plymouth Laureate of Words, Laura Horton launches brand new project; Hidden By Things, looking at how possessions shape us.
Today (Saturday 28th January 2023), Plymouth’s own Laureate of Words, Laura Horton launched a new interactive, community campaign entitled Hidden By Things; encouraging individuals to donate items of clothing that have a story connected to them. By using digital...
Fast Fashion Brand ‘Shein’ makes a Controversial Collaboration with the Frida Kahlo Corporation despite Family and Fans Dismay
The fast fashion brand Shein has launched a collection of clothing and accessories inspired by Frida Kahlo and her artworks. The line has been met with controversy because the collaboration was made with the licensing company Frida Kahlo Corporation, who have been...
Chameleons Hair Salon lead the way with their new pay-it-forward scheme
Acts of kindness are trending throughout Plymouth and a local hairdresser business in Plymstock is leading the way with its new pay-it-forwards scheme. Chameleons Hair and scalp Trichology clinic is a professional salon based in Plymstock. With Qualified stylists,...
The Demise of Debenhams: Helping highlight the worker strike
The last Debenhams stores will close as of this Friday and Saturday, after it was announced the brand was moving online on April 9th, 2020. Since then, stores around the country have been slowly shutting down, and this weekend marks the end of a high street era....
Here is what your fashion sense says about your personality
Did you know that you really are what you wear? You don’t have to be a vogue model to know that our fashion choices personify our social status and reputation. There is a lot more psychology behind picking out an item of clothing than you think; and here is why....
The Impact of Fashion in Football
The king of sports from the 70s and 80s took the leap and put more importance to fashion in football, not only with the introduction of a third / alternative kit, with a more commercial rather than functional purpose. One of the intentions was that it will be liked by...
“I love my job, but it isn’t easy” – An interview with online Entrepreneur, Natalie Hunt
The January blues are in full swing and many people are attempting to work on their New Year’s resolutions. With the exciting idea of a fresh start, numerous friends of mine expressed their interests in starting their own businesses online, panning from clothing to...
8 Ethical clothing brands perfect for Christmas gifts
We do nothing We do Nothing is an ethical clothing brand based in Newquay, Cornwall. They truly fulfill their slogan ‘ethical clothing for the conscious consumer’ by selling ethically made organic clothing such as jumpers, hoodies, hats, T-shirts and bags. Their...