Ins and Outs of Nightlife: The New Fashion Barter System
By Leah Goryachkovsky Traversing the “hard doors” and obscene vibe checks of nightlife is daunting enough, but there’s now a new element to New York’s most difficult game. Say goodbye to the old-fashioned uniform of a cocktail dress and heels and hello to knowing what you can bring to the table. Your money is no…
New York’s Fashion Sustainability and Social Accountability Act: A Controversial Attempt to Hold the Fashion Industry Accountable
By Ashley Elizabeth Young Alicia Keys sang it best in Jay Z’s 2009 pop hit “Empire State of Mind” describing New York as a “concrete jungle where dreams are made of” (Z 0:54). Notorious for its blinding lights, bustling traffic, and colossal skyscrapers, New York City’s sparkle is further enhanced by its indomitable fashion preeminence.…
Nick Cave’s Epistemic Contributions: The Exploration of Sound Suits
By Leah Goryachkovsky Nick Cave, a sculptural and performance artist, is best known for bringing attention to the black experience in America through his “Soundsuits” and “Tondos.” He creates poignant work that both resonates and rattles the audience due to the art’s reflection of the painful reality we live in. Cave always identified as a…
Distressed to Perfection: An Inside into Columbia Fashion Society’s Golden Goose Event
By Annie Buda The perfect combination of timeless style, effortless cool, and contemporary edge is laced up in Golden Goose sneakers. This luxury streetwear brand celebrates the lived-in aesthetic, individuality, and authenticity. It is Golden Goose’s ability to seamlessly combine time-honored artisanship and modern sensibility that sets the brand apart in the fashion landscape. As…
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