NOT is a brand I’ve followed for years and started wearing recently. For me, they’re the perfection of androgynous style. Here, I review their signature Zipper Shirt and their Bubble Drop Crotch Pant.
Covering 4 gorgeous pieces by TEF, literally my favorite English clothier.
Maybe the best HBA piece ever. I skip on the tshirts and hoodies and go straight for the crazy runway stuff. From Hood By Air Spring Summer 2014 runway show.
A bit of critical analysis of my Hood By Air shirt/jacket/dress/cape.
Let’s learn how to analyze and understand runway shows.
Full analysis of Raf Simons Autumn Winter 2018 runway show at nyfw. Using the show notes as a guide, I analyze all references and themes in the show. Especially as they connect to the legendary 2001 Riot Riot Riot runway show.
A quick tour through my T-shirt collection.
Full runway show analysis of Rick Owens Spring Summer 2019 “Babel” Ready to Wear collection at Paris Fashion Week.
A review of Rag & Bone trousers that I have worn more than any other trousers in my wardrobe.
Full, in-depth analysis of Rei Kawakubo’s Comme Des Garçons Homme Plus Spring Summer 2018 runway collection.
Full runway show analysis of Kiko Kostadinov’s Fall Winter 2019 Men’s runway show at London Fashion Week.
Analysis of Virgil Abloh’s Off-White Spring Summer 2018 Ready to Wear runway collection as part of Paris Fashion Week.
Review of a pair of bunny boots, also known as extreme cold vapor barrier boots.
Full runway analysis of the menswear collection from A-COLD-WALL* by Samuel Ross Fall Winter 2019 at London Fashion Week.
Discussion episode! Exploring some reasons as to why everyone in our community seems to be obsessed with archival fashion. Leave a comment, read other comments, respond, etc :)
Analysis of Gucci Fall 2018 and the primary inspirations for the show: philosopher Michel Foucault’s Crime and Punish and Biopolitics, and feminist critic Donna Haraway’s A Cyborg Manifesto.
In-depth analysis of Gucci Fall Winter 2018 at Paris Fashion Week. We cover the inspiration for Alessandro Michele’s collection, the collaboration with MAKINARIUM, and cultural appropriation.
Fashion runway show analysis of Iris Van Herpen Fall Winter 2019 “Hypnosis” collection as part of Couture Week in Paris. Collaborations with Philip Beesley and Anthony Howe. The most beautiful runway show ever.
The first Margiela runway show during Paris Fashion Week Spring Summer 1989. We analyze every look in the collection to unpack the meaning behind the clothes of the most legendary Maisons in modern history.
Margiela runway show during Paris Fashion Week Fall Winter 1989. We analyze every look in the collection to unpack the meaning behind the clothes of the most legendary Maison in modern history.
Maison Martin Margiela runway show during Paris Fashion Week Spring Summer 1990. We analyze every look in the collection to unpack the meaning behind the clothes of the most legendary Maison in modern history.
Massive in-depth review of HAMCUS, a fashion brand based around a sci-fi storyline. Complete with main characters, warring factions and insanely cool clothes, this brand is set to fully take over in 2020.
Maison Martin Margiela runway show during Paris Fashion Week Fall Winter 1990. We analyze every look in the collection to unpack the meaning behind the clothes of the most legendary Maison in modern history.
Review of Martin Margiela: In His Own Words plus full audio of the talkback and Q&A with director Reiner Holzemer.
Maison Martin Margiela runway show during Paris Fashion Week Spring Summer 1991. We analyze every look in the collection to unpack the meaning behind the clothes of the most legendary Maison in modern history.
Maison Martin Margiela runway show during Paris Fashion Week Fall Winter 1991. We analyze every look in the collection to unpack the meaning behind the clothes of the most legendary Maison in modern history.
Maison Martin Margiela runway show during Paris Fashion Week Spring Summer 1992. We analyze every look in the collection to unpack the meaning behind the clothes of the most legendary Maison in modern history.
Discussing the rumors of Raf Simons becoming creative director at Miu Miu for the Prada Group. Also the new Raf Simons sneaker runner: Solaris High, Solaris Low, Antei, Cylon, and the Orion.
Maison Martin Margiela runway show during Paris Fashion Week Fall Winter 1992. We analyze every look in the collection to unpack the meaning behind the clothes of the most legendary Maison in modern history.
Tribute to the work of Alexander McQueen on the 10th anniversary of his death.
In depth analysis of Balenciaga Spring Summer 2020 by Demna Gvasalia during Paris Fashion Week. We look at the notes submitted by readers on IG.
How to find your personal style and shopping designer clothes on a budget. Get Raf, Rick, CDG, and inner peace.
Maison Martin Margiela runway show during Paris Fashion Week Spring Summer 1993. We analyze every look in the collection to unpack the meaning behind the clothes of the most legendary Maison in modern history.
The best brand you’ve never heard of: NOT by Jenny Lai.
Understanding Hussein Chalayan through his work in the Spring Summer 2000 runway show, Before Minus Now. We examine the Airplane Dress, his use of pink tulle, and his avante garde corsets.
Fashion School is a series where we explore the best resources for learning more about fashion. We review “Gods and Kings” by Dana Thomas, “Ametora” by W David Marx, and “Fashion at the Edge” by Caroline Evans. Apologies, apparently the price of “Fashion at the Edge” has spiked significantly since I published this video. I might have paid $35 for my copy. Please do not pay hundreds for this book lol.
Maison Martin Margiela history from Spring/Summer 1989 through Fall Winter 1993. We summarize the collections to unpack the meaning behind the clothes of the most legendary fashion house in modern history.
Fashion school teaches you how to learn about fashion with books, documentaries, podcasts, Instagram accounts and Discord.
Analysis of Louis Vuitton Spring Summer 2019 Mens by Virgil Abloh.
Examining Hedi Slimane’s work across Celine, Saint Laurent Paris, and Dior Homme.
Maison Martin Margiela runway show during Paris Fashion Week Fall Winter 1994. We analyze every look in the collection to unpack the meaning behind the clothes of the most legendary Maison in modern history.
How to find designer clothes cheaply on Grailed, TheRealReal, eBay, Rakuten, Yahoo Auctions Japan, Depop, and by proxy service from Japan.
Complete guide to Carol Christian Poell’s spring summer 2004 men’s runway show, Mainstream Downstream.
A guide with tips on how to shop for better clothes online and in person covering shoulders, knits, textiles, cuts, and quality tees.
Maison Martin Margiela runway show during Paris Fashion Week Spring Summer 1995. We analyze every look in the collection to unpack the meaning behind the clothes of the most legendary Maison in modern history.
Love letter to those who create fashion art: Alexander McQueen, Iris van Herpen, Carol Christian Poell, Fredrik Tjærandsen, Martin Margiela, Rick Owens, Raf Simons, Comme Des Garcons, A-COLD-WALL, Hussein Chalayan, Hood by Air, Sruli Recht, Marc Jacobs, the Soloist, Visvim, Yohji Yamamoto, Gucci, Vetements, Louis Vuitton, Jean Paul Gaultier, Thom Browne, Craig Green, Acronym, Balenciaga, Hamcus, BODE, Mowalola, Dries van Noten, Jacquemus, Doublet, Final Home, Hermes, Geoffrey B Small, and JW Anderson.
The best brands of 2021. Designer brands that I'm hoping will blow up in the next year.
Discussing Yohji Yamamoto runway shows and the dilemma of trying to interpret them.
Best emerging designers of 2021 part 2. Including Jordan Arthur Smith, Charlotte Knowles, Botter, Ottolinger, and Kanghyuk.
The complete guide to Rick Owens Spring Summer 2021 runway show as part of Paris Fashion Week.
Tough love for fashion designers who are just starting out. I love you all and want you to win.
Full playthrough with commentary of Balenciaga: Afterworld: The Age of Tomorrow. Fall Winter 2021 runway collection as a part of Paris Fashion Week featuring new sneakers, pumps, jackets, shirts, AND the suit of armor.
Maison Martin Margiela runway show during Paris Fashion Week Spring Summer 1996. We analyze every look in the collection to unpack the meaning behind the clothes of the most legendary Maison in modern history.
Will Supreme end up at Zumiez after the purchase from the VF Corporation? Will the brand die all together?
Full analysis of symbolism and details for Craig Green’s Spring Summer 2020 runway show as part of London Fashion Week and including a collaboration with Adidas. This updated episode is being reposted for those who haven't yet seen it. New episodes are being released on schedule.
Runway analysis of Rick Owens Fall 2018 “Sisyphus”. We dissect the full shownotes and looks to decipher the symbolism, references and the artfulness behind the collection.
Full analysis of every detail in the Vetements Fall Winter 2019 show as part of Paris Fashion Week. Throughout December of 2020, I submitted 3 looks from this show each day to my IG story and everyone submitted their own analysis. I compiled over 1,000 submissions into this final video. Thank you to everyone who participated.
Complete review of the first issue of luxury magazine, _____IS FUN.
Full runway show analysis for Prada Fall Winter 2021 Mens co-designed by Raf Simons and Miuccia Prada. We explore the messages, symbolism, and details of the entire runway collection.