In 2007, Nadia Plesner began making her work about Darfur, with proceeds benefitting the struggle. The depiction of a Louis Vuitton type bag in one shocking image resulted in a lawsuit for copyright infringement. Plesner then created a foundation to increase awareness of issues but this year the hacker group Anonymous has decided to use this incident to leverage a full targeted attack on Louis Vuitton, both online and in society at large, see more here.
Chanel, The Power of History“Elegance does not consist in putting on a new dress.” – Coco Chanel Coco Chanel created a brand that has become known to the world as the definition of elegance, simplicity, class, and wealth. The history of the company demo…Read More
The Fashion of French Foodby Tamara TucciThe other day my friend and I were strolling by a patisserie in the Republique area when we stopped to admire the beautiful pastries in the shop window. I wanted to choose one--but I couldn't-- I wanted to buy …Read More
Funky in Fur by Sofya GladyshevaThroughout history the fur coat has always symbolized stature and wealth, but this modern female has extended what it means to wear this garment . Unlike the many older Parisian women, who almost exclusive…Read More
Gucci Boston Bag-The Power of The Label.The power of the label is an undeniable fashion force that continues to drive the purchase of luxury goods. Fashion has the ability to transform seemingly meaningless symbols such as the continuous interlocking G's on this Gu…Read More
The OxfordsBy Valentina FrancoThe Oxford shoe was originally worn by young men who attended Oxford University, setting a fashion trend and making the oxford shoes one of the most worn styles throughout history. Recently, these shoes hav…Read More
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