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Fashion’s Full Circle
From formidable footwear of the 16th century to Gucci’s modern gowns, the Cleveland Museum of Art’s new exhibition traces how certain themes in art and fashion perpetuate throughout time. Written by Nicole Wloszek-Therens My platform boots clicked on the smooth marble floor beneath me as I made my way into the Cleveland Museum of Art’s new exhibition, “From Renaissance to Runway: The Enduring Italian Houses.” Wall to wall, the room was full of mannequins dressed in ensembles
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Jan 206 min read
Underpaid and sewn in
Cleveland seamstress Madilynn Alten expresses her frustration with the gender wage gap in her line of work. Written by Morgan Alten...
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May 5, 20253 min read
Analyzing an era of microtrends
The evolution of “fast fashion” and its impacts. Written by Kirsten Kimbler Social media and the internet play a pivotal role in society...
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Mar 3, 20253 min read
Cold legs, warm vibes: What’s up with shorts in the winter?
Exploring if folks who wear shorts in the winter are making a bold fashion choice or if it’s pure madness. Written by Izzy Aparicio As...
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Jan 20, 20252 min read
Thanks, It Has Pockets!
The political roots behind pockets in women’s clothes. Written by Olivia Schwab "The history of pockets is a tug-of-war between utility...
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Apr 15, 20244 min read
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