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Cultural Appropriation in the Fashion Industry: A Critical Examination
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Cultural Appropriation in the Fashion Industry: A Critical Examination

Khemaïs Ben Lakhdar on Cultural Appropriation and Domination Khemaïs Ben Lakhdar, a doctoral candidate in art history at Sorbonne and affiliated with the French Institute of Fashion, delves into the contentious issue of cultural appropriation within the fashion sector. In his recent work titled "Cultural Appropriation: History, Domination, and Creation: Origins of Western Pillaging," Ben Lakhdar posits that cultural appropriation fundamentally involves the dominant group appropriating and recontextualizing cultural artifacts, often from marginalized communities, primarily for capitalist purposes. This process, he argues, not only strips these artifacts of their original context and meaning but also perpetuates stereotypes rooted in colonial histories. The 19th Century and New Discoveries...
1stDibs Is a Hidden Treasure Trove for Jewelry
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1stDibs Is a Hidden Treasure Trove for Jewelry

It's one of our favorite places to find vintage, unique and handmade jewelry. More and more frequently, collectors are turning to online destinations to source jewelry. Several of these websites—such as 1stDibs—boast curated selections of antique and vintage jewelry, as well as unique pieces and beautiful artisan-made wares. Especially when aided by specific searches (think: your favorite jewelry designer or specific stones like opal, amber and turquoise), shops like 1stDibs offer up treasures that one may not find in their local jewelry shop. Additionally, 1stDibs has an incredible selection of antique and vintage jewelry from designers like Tiffany & Co., Van Cleef & Arpels, David Webb, and the like. Here, we've scoured 1stDibs to curate the six pieces we'd buy now.Cont...
LAURENT PICCIOTTO, Founder of ChronoPassion.
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LAURENT PICCIOTTO, Founder of ChronoPassion.

Man cultivates paradoxes. He began working as a horologist in the 1980s, when the profession did not yet exist. He took social networks to bras-le-corps, in a feudal universe where every word was adjusted by a directing committee. In 2011, he served as master of ceremonies at the Geneva Grand Prix d'Horlogerie (GPHG). He has always admired independent watchmakers, even as the trend toward institutionalization of brands grew. We might almost say that Laurent Picciotto enjoys going against the grain. Except that, quite often, he is the one who provides the sense of flow.His partners include Audemars Piguet, Hublot, MB&F, and Urwerk, among dozens of others, such as Richard Mille, of which he was an investor and co-founder.For Audemars Piguet, he opened a boutique under their banner fo...
Which luxury brand will be the most popular in 2024?
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Which luxury brand will be the most popular in 2024?

Photo source : © lesechos.frLyst has released its quarterly ranking of the most popular luxury brands. Overall, this is a brand that fashionistas hold in high regard.Lyst publishes a quarterly ranking of the most popular brands. The British website, which is visited by 200 million people each year, compulsively searches Google for internautes, counts the number of mentions, and monitors social media engagement around these labels to determine who is the object of all desires. Dior, Louis Vuitton, and Saint Laurent... Here's the rankings for the first three months of 2024.Which brands are the most popular in the first quarter of 2024?Miu Miu Prada Loewe Bottega Veneta Saint Laurent Moncler Versace Balenciaga Valentino Jacquemus Gucci Burberry Skims Louis Vuitton...
The Met Gala 2024: Everything You Need to Know About the Event of the Year
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The Met Gala 2024: Everything You Need to Know About the Event of the Year

Photo source ©Billboard magazineFor the Met Gala 2024, as with every first Monday in May, the Metropolitan Museum of Art will welcome the most sought-after celebrities beneath its roof. Over the years, the event has featured legendary moments from fashion history. This year's Met Gala honors the exhibition "Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion," which will explore the history of a selection of garments acquired from the Costume Institute's permanent collection. Vogue provides all we know about the event.Where and when will the 2024 Met Gala take place?The Met Gala will take place on May 6, 2024, at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York.Where can I watch the Met Gala red carpet 2024 live?On Monday, May 6, 2024, at midnight, a livestream will be available on the Vo...
The new series “Terminal” premieres on Canal+ on Monday, April 22. A French sitcom starring Jamel Debbouze that debuted 25 years after the famous “H”
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The new series “Terminal” premieres on Canal+ on Monday, April 22. A French sitcom starring Jamel Debbouze that debuted 25 years after the famous “H”

With "Terminal," Jamel Debbouze brings back the sitcom 25 years after "H." The first episodes of this live-filmed series will premiere on Canal+ this Monday, April 22. This time, Jamel Debbouze and his companion Ramzy Bedia tackle an airport's hallways clad in stretchers and white suits. A few other very amusing and gifted actors lend support to the dynamic duo: Doully, Laureen "lapotegenante" (on Instagram), Brahim Bouhlel, Bérangère McNeese, Camille Chamoux, and Tristan Lopin. This happy group depicts the workers at Flywingz, a budget airline, as equally awkward as one another.Describe the series. Jamel Debbouze has decided to situate the series in an airport, as the name would imply. "It's truly a crossroads, a place of passage where all origins, all generations, and all social cla...
Fashion Forum #7: Accepting Transformation in the Industry
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Fashion Forum #7: Accepting Transformation in the Industry

The seventh Fashion Forum is scheduled on April 24, 2024. Bruno Le Maire, Minister of Economy, Finance, and Industrial and Digital Sovereignty, and Rachida Dati, Minister of Culture, cordially invite fashion professionals to Fashion Forum #7, which will be held on Wednesday, April 24, 2024, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Palais de Tokyo (513 avenue du Président Wilson, 75116 Paris).For reference, Lyne Cohen-Solal proposed and launched the Fashion Forum on December 6, 2016, in the presence of Audrey Azoulay, Minister of Culture and Communication, and Christophe Sirugue, Secretary of State for Industry. Except for the years affected by Covid, the Fashion Forum has been held annually since then, bringing together a diverse range of industry leaders around common topics.In 2023, t...
Hermès opens a new maroquinerie in response to demand for his well-known Birkin and Kelly bags.
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Hermès opens a new maroquinerie in response to demand for his well-known Birkin and Kelly bags.

The new maroquinerie studio will open in the southwest, near Angolême, according to the announcement made by the French luxury house. a 5,500 square meter structure intended to accommodate 260 workers.Luxury is a success that never goes away. Its net annual profit increased by 28% to 4,3 billion euros in 2023 despite its sales reaching 13,4 billion euros, thanks to advancements in every region. Hermès, the Cac 40's third-highest value, continues to expand in response to consumer demand. According to Fashion Network, the vendor is planning to construct a new maroquinerie in the southwest in the commune of L'Isle-d'Espagnac, exactly 4 kilometers from Angolême. in order to increase its production capacity.A previously planned openingOne of the places that allows one to be closest ...
VIDEO – David Guetta and OneRepublic reveal their music… and it’s already a hit!
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VIDEO – David Guetta and OneRepublic reveal their music… and it’s already a hit!

This Friday, April 5th, 2024, one of the first summer hits is known. David Guetta has indeed unveiled a track with OneRepublic.David Guetta discovered the winning formula. After remixing "Blue" by Eiffel 65 and "What is Love" by Haddaway, the French DJ tackles the classic "Dragostea din Tei" by the Moldovan group O-Zone, which was published in 2003. Don't expect to hear "Nu ma nu ma iei," but "I don't wanna wait" - the track's title - which references the weekend. A happy, joyful, rhythmic song that will go viral, especially because the singer is Ryan Tedder, the lead singer of OneRepublic. The sound was unveiled during the Ultra Music Festival in Miami and has already garnered over six million views from a clip released on Instagram before the official release.David Guetta con...
The rise of fast fashion in France: A stylish concern for sustainability.
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The rise of fast fashion in France: A stylish concern for sustainability.

In the heart of Europe, France is a beacon of high fashion, known for its expensive labels and timeless designs. However, beyond the surface of haute couture, the country is also dealing with the growing influence of quick fashion. As consumers globally become more concerned of their environmental impact, France's fashion landscape is at a crossroads, balancing style with sustainability.Unveiling Fast Fashion: The French EditionFast fashion in France reflects a global trend: quick production of low-cost clothing that mimics the newest fashion trends. This market depends on speed and disposability, with big firms constantly launching new collections to meet consumer demand. Fast fashion retailers abound in places such as Paris, Lyon, and Marseille, giving the attraction of fashionab...