No matter who you are or what you do, you’re going to find yourself in a suit at some point in life. It could go one of 2 ways, you can either dominate and wear it like a boss, or you look like you’re wearing your grandad’s hand me downs. Contrary to the Macklemore song…
Why are they so popular? The consumer culture we currently live in, leading us to believe we ‘need’ the latest fashion trends at any cost. Instagram influencers and bloggers have dominated our screens with various designer handbags, belts and shoes. I myself am fully immersed in said culture, attempting to justify spending €320 on a…
Ireland is renowned worldwide for its art, yet this extends to things other than literature and paintings; Irish design is booming, from clothing to accessories. Irish clothing and fashion is travelling far beyond our little island, to all corners of the world. These Irish designers are at the top of their game in their respective…
What is the story with this trend for ripped jeans? It’s been ongoing for an age now. I feel like it’s meant to look a bit “devil-may-care”, y’know – like, we don’t play by your rules, man. You want jeans with all their fabric intact? What a friggin’ square. I think this is a leftover…
Even as an avid buyer of clothing, I have not put much thought into where the clothes come from or whether they are ethically produced or not. Even when I do begin to consider the idea, it is difficult for me to research as I’m afraid of what I might find: whether my morals will…
Byline Fashion Editor Kenneth Nwaezeigwe may be better known to some by his online alias, Dapper Sapeur. Since getting his start on Instagram almost two years ago, Kenneth’s blog (@dapper_sapeur) has amassed over 16,000 followers, all eager to receive their daily dose of style inspiration. Kenneth’s unique fashion sense – a mix of traditional and…
RAG week is, by now, in full swing. If you plan on spending the week partying and completely disregarding your studies (editor’s note: please go to lectures), perhaps new outfits are on the cards: specific clothing for your daytime fun and something different for night time activities. ‘The Infamous’ Jeans and a Nice Top I…
The number one question to ask is, ‘Will I ever be wearing this ball dress again?’ If the answer is no, then there is truly no point in spending an extraordinary amount of money on it. Today, fashion is incredibly fast-paced, with high volumes of dresses on a variety of websites for affordable prices. Check…
Despite the weather in Cork remaining cold, wet and windy, the world of fashion has launched fully forward into its Spring/Summer couture collections. Fashion shows have already begun to appear in Paris, and will eventually spread across the globe. Autumn/Winter 2017 menswear collections have already graced the catwalks, but it is the couture side of…
The second semester is in full swing now; you’ve already had enough lectures to make you wish that Christmas break was back, and you’re already dreaming of that mythical time after your end of year exams. While you’re stuck in a routine now, you might as well be dressed well. Here are just a few…