Fashion History

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Iconic Martin Margiela Tabi ankle boots from a 1991 exhibition displayed on a pedestal at a Paris auction.
Culture

Martin Margiela Auctions Personal Archive Pieces in Paris

A pair of Martin Margiela's iconic Tabi ankle boots from a 1991 exhibition is expected to fetch up to €50,000 at an upcoming Paris auction, offering a rare, tangible piece of the famously reclusive de

Elise Marrow·July 7, 2026
The Viscata Story: Inside the 600-Year Tradition of Spanish Espadrille Craftsmanship
Lifestyle

The Viscata Story: Inside the 600-Year Tradition of Spanish Espadrille Craftsmanship

Viscata continues the 600-year tradition of Spanish espadrille craftsmanship, emphasizing authenticity through handmade production in Spain, time-honored techniques, and natural materials. This commitment also positions them within the sustainable fashion movement.

Sponsored·May 28, 2026
Celebrity on the 2026 Met Gala red carpet wearing a modern take on a mid-2000s designer gown, signaling a fashion trend resurgence.
Trends

Iconic Fashion Trends See Resurgence in 2026 Comeback

At the 2026 Met Gala, Blake Lively stunned in an archival Atelier Versace gown from spring 2006, signaling that 'vintage' now means just two decades ago, according to Vogue .

Theo Ashford·May 5, 2026
A master couturier in a vintage atelier, surrounded by mannequins showcasing historical fashion silhouettes like the cocoon, bathed in dramatic sunlight.
Trends

How historical craft and designers shape fashion trends

Cristóbal Balenciaga, born to a seamstress mother on January 21, 1895, didn't just design clothes; he engineered entirely new forms like the cocoon silhouette, fundamentally shifting how women dressed

Theo Ashford·April 16, 2026
A visually striking image showing a timeline of fashion trends, with Y2K styles like low-rise jeans merging into contemporary looks, overlaid with scientific data visualizations.
Trends

Beyond Y2K: Why the 20-Year Rule for Predicting Future Styles is Now a Science

The other day, I saw a pair of low-rise jeans in the wild, and for a moment, I thought I’d time-traveled. As it turns out, I just fell victim to fashion's 20-year rule.

Theo Ashford·April 6, 2026
A diverse group of models showcasing iconic Australian fashion trends like Ugg boots and R.M. Williams, set against a backdrop blending the Australian outback and a global city skyline.
Trends

Top 10 Australian Fashion Trends That Went Global

Explore the top 10 Australian fashion trends that have made a global impact, from the iconic Ugg boot to rugged R.M. Williams. This guide breaks down their cultural influence, commercial reach, and staying power.

Theo Ashford·April 1, 2026