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Outlet Shopping in Ingolstadt.  All the brands at incredible prices.  

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I have written about this subject in the past.  It is easy to protest, be a part of a movement that does not involve negative consequences. Climate change activism continues to stay on the front page.  Greta made the cover of Time magazine as Person of the Year. 

From the New York Times 

However, does Generation Z really feel about the planet and consumption? Primark’s revenue rose 4% with more planned store openings in 2020.

I recently ran across a New York Times article on the Instagram obsessedcrowd concerning shopping.   The divergent values add up the same as 2+2=3. This is the reason many fashion brands are having a difficult time understanding what these consumers want.  Hate fast fashion on social media, run to the store to get a new look, post.   Buy better means buy less, yet on Instagram posting the same look twice is a faux pas that will earn negative comments. Such is the life of digital “W level” celebrity.  A disposable wardrobe in the closet on Saturday, throw it in the garbage on Monday, shopping again on Friday.   

Climate change is a movement, but instant gratification is an entrenched modern behaviour.   


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Milan Fashion Week Impressions Day 1

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IFA 2018 Continues

IFA 2018 coverage sponsored by Canon Camera/Werbung 

IFA 2018 was not all about the glamour tech of smart phones or pc’s.  There was also a lot on offer for new devices that do not get the attention but are just as innovative.  Check out these 3 stories.

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DeSilva Elegance

As part of the Black and Paper  interview with shoe designer Walter De Silva, we wanted to show you shoes based on his philosophy of “Elegance”.

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Berlin Press Days 2018

I am a fan of Press Days because there is the opportunity to see many things up and personal then ask questions. It is a fashion meet and greet between agencies and editors.  What is new? Trends? During these two days it is a chance to meet designers or discover new labels and brands.P

Images by Canon Camera

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Menswear Trends for Spring 18

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Ingolstadt Shopping

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A “GUCCITASTIC” Tour

Alessandro Michele showed 107 looks this season inspired by gender fluidity, cartoon characters, Joan Collins shoulders pads, and Elton John.  All of these elements made for an electric collection crossing many lines.

Black and Paper went to the Gucci Hub in Milan to get an up close and personal showing of the collection and pieces.  Beautiful jacquard fabrics with quilted linings that tell a story.

The connections to Elton John were up front and center, jackets s with musical symbols and “Goodbye Yellow Brick Road” album cover sweat suits.

Signature Gucci Bags were made of strong leather but Python skins stood out.  Everyone will want one next year.

Sweaters were printed with Bugs Bunny and Snow White.  Coltish shorts matched with mid length feminine and masculine jackets were crafted for the athletic form.

Prominent in the collection were the sheer fabrics and terry cloth used for suits.  Lavish fur pelts details were intricate.  Each piece was an inch wide all sewn by hand.

The standouts of the season were the wrinkle and embroidery looks.  Gucci employed special techniques resulting in dazzling effects.  The dress (see below) is pure and simple opulence.

Black and Paper Associate Editor Leah Ahuja is based in Beverly Hills, California.  She was given a one on one presentation of the Gucci Collection during Milan Fashion Week.  

 

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Inspired

We applaud Acne Studios for a very different while inspiring approach to marketing fashion and family.

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