As fashion houses around the Northern hemisphere recently presented their couture, resort and menswear collections in different formats – digital or shows with a live audience – we explore the role of fashion and fashion brands in culture, the impact it has on our lives and our environment.
When we think of fashion, we often think of frivolity, extravagance or luxury; and yet, the power of clothing – and how it makes us feel – is undeniable.
Whether it is because of some emotional connection, or because it says something about ourselves, the way we dress can be a powerful expression of who we are. It can also be a status symbol that comes at a high price and makes even more visible class divisions in a world driven by consumer capitalism. Today’s selection looks at shows that unmask the ways fashion works and if there are better ways to produce, sell, market and consume it.
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