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The Scoop On The High Sport Dupe | Part Two

Total Rec • 3774 implied HN points • 17 Feb 24
🪞 Fashion & Beauty Clothing Style Quality Affordability Marketing
  1. The review highlights various brands offering high sport pants dupes, discussing their materials, fit, and overall look.
  2. The article examines the influence of marketing strategies on popularizing the high sport pants, questioning the authenticity of hype and considering the financial incentives for recommendations.
  3. Old Navy's affordable and quality extra high-waisted pants stand out among the reviewed options, impressing with their feel, fit, and stylish look at a budget-friendly price.

A Hug In A Bottle?

The Unpublishable • 7999 implied HN points • 14 Feb 23
🪞 Fashion & Beauty Consumer Culture Advertising Social Issues
  1. Marketing in the beauty industry can sell the idea of a 'hug in a bottle,' focusing on consumerized experiences.
  2. Beauty advertisements can influence our perception of self-care and impact how we view physical manipulation for spiritual fulfillment.
  3. Industrialized beauty norms may contribute to feelings of disconnection, loneliness, and low self-esteem.

The Scoop On The High Sport Dupe | Part One

Total Rec • 2696 implied HN points • 10 Feb 24
🪞 Fashion & Beauty Materials
  1. The expensive High Sport pants are a favorite among fashion insiders, offering a comfortable yet structured design.
  2. Finding the right fit can be challenging with these pants, requiring adjustments and considerations.
  3. Exploring dupe options from brands like Ann Mashburn, SPANX, and Banana Republic can lead to more affordable alternatives with varying levels of quality and fit.
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Her Reign of Terror Must End

Hung Up • 4874 implied HN points • 18 May 23
🪞 Fashion & Beauty Fashion Style Trends
  1. The article discusses a specific controversial shoe style with a chunky heel and slender straps.
  2. The shoe is described as common in various events like weddings and graduations.
  3. The shoe is portrayed as embodying a lack of personal decision-making or distinctive style.

Is Luxury Loungewear Worth It?

Total Rec • 1637 implied HN points • 02 Mar 24
🪞 Fashion & Beauty Fashion Trends
  1. Luxury loungewear isn't always necessary for daily wear at home; many women prefer affordable, practical options like men's sweatpants.
  2. When shopping for loungewear, consider technical fabrics like merino over cashmere for comfort and durability.
  3. Surprisingly, retailers like Old Navy and Costco offer loungewear that competes with high-end brands, providing quality and affordability.

Clothes Make The Man

Glenn’s Substack • 2397 implied HN points • 10 Jan 24
🪞 Fashion & Beauty Technology
  1. Wearing a more comfortable suit, like synthetics, can open up more occasions for dressing up.
  2. Cheaper and better-looking synthetics in men's clothing may lead to a modest return in suit-wearing.
  3. Technology has advanced in fabric making, making it more convenient to wear suits than before.

Why do I put so much faith in moisturiser?

The Shift With Sam Baker • 1417 implied HN points • 07 Mar 24
🪞 Fashion & Beauty Skincare Anti-aging Beauty industry
  1. Despite our limited skincare knowledge, we often put faith in moisturizers for their promises and perceived results.
  2. The beauty industry is shifting towards more positive aging messaging, moving away from traditional anti-aging ideals.
  3. While society continues to push beauty standards, it's important to find your own way to navigate and define aging on your own terms.

Is Ssense hurting the cool-clothes ecosystem?

Blackbird Spyplane • 4875 implied HN points • 20 Jun 23
🪞 Fashion & Beauty E-commerce Fashion Trends
  1. Ssense's heavy focus on data drives its business decisions and influences small designers with large wholesale orders.
  2. Ssense's pricing strategies, like frequent markdowns and reliance on algorithms, impact both small retailers and independent designers.
  3. Ssense's practices raise concerns about the impact on the cool-clothes ecosystem, from the narrative of brands to the market dynamics of the fashion industry.

kitten corner: sartorial science

bad cattitude • 141 implied HN points • 08 Dec 24
🪞 Fashion & Beauty Fashion Style Trends Accessories Design
  1. Dressing nicely can help you feel good and fit in at events. It’s like dressing for the party you want to attend.
  2. Sometimes, it’s fun to dress up pets, like cats, in cute outfits. It can make their personalities shine even more.
  3. Fashion can be playful and creative, especially around holidays. A festive outfit can bring joy to both the wearer and those around them.

The menswear playbook

The Sociology of Business • 1136 implied HN points • 02 Jan 24
🪞 Fashion & Beauty Global Market Brand Strategy
  1. Menswear has experienced significant growth and innovation in the past decade, focusing on sophistication, luxury leisurewear, and reimagined workwear.
  2. The global men's apparel market generated $555.3 billion revenue in 2023, with casualwear like knitwear and sneakers driving much of the growth.
  3. Developing a strong menswear strategy involves aligning with brand vision, defining wear scenarios, and owning specific aesthetic pillars for the brand.

"Affordable" clothes are wack

Blackbird Spyplane • 2318 implied HN points • 01 Aug 23
🪞 Fashion & Beauty Clothing Style Affordability Shopping Fashion Industry
  1. Avoid relying solely on 'affordable' clothing recommendations as they might lack uniqueness and quality.
  2. Focus on developing a M.I.N.D.S.E.T. Mindset when selecting clothes, valuing personal style and creativity over just price.
  3. Consider investing in unique pieces that reflect your taste rather than settling for generic 'affordable' options.

Is Elena Velez the First ‘Post-Woke’ Designer?

Common Sense with Bari Weiss • 1372 implied HN points • 16 Feb 24
🪞 Fashion & Beauty Fashion & Design Fashion Industry Fashion Trends
  1. Elena Velez challenges traditional fashion norms and embraces controversy to redefine her brand.
  2. She draws inspiration from her unconventional upbringing and aims to cater to a new clientele.
  3. Velez prioritizes authenticity and dissent over conforming to industry standards, attracting attention and success through her rebellious approach.

‘It is a shitshow’: Inside the dramatic, toxic fallout from Northern Fashion Week

The Mill • 1218 implied HN points • 22 Sep 23
🪞 Fashion & Beauty Fashion Industry Events
  1. Northern Fashion Week faced turmoil and controversy after claims of unpaid staff and unethical behavior.
  2. Initial support for the event was retracted when an employee revealed unpaid wages and alleged manipulation by the founder.
  3. Founder of Northern Fashion Week denied mistreatment claims, but later paid the owed wages, amid ongoing scrutiny.