Tag: fashion report

  • Bondage and Social

    It had to happen sooner or later. Trying to be relevant at the time being edgy, the silk threads will hit the fan. Balenciaga, the French Fashion House learned the hard way. The Bondage Teddy Doll Toddler campaign crashed the same as if a German Leader singing Beyonce at a karaoke bar. The fall out […]

  • Fashion with Ko.

    A designer inspired by school uniforms. Look out for the interview with Ko Tae Yong.

  • Evolve or Go Away

    Coming up on Before Tacky Podcast a discussion about the state of retail in the fashion world. With store closes how will chains survive?

  • CSD Berlin Roars Back

    CSD Berlin Roars Back

    The Christopher Street Day Berlin celebration came roaring back in 2022. After two years in a moribund state, Gay Pride hit the streets of the capital city for a 7k walk of fun and pride. Walking around I witnessed everyone celebrating having a good time. In the words of George Clinton, “Free Your Mind and […]

  • Tech + Fashion with Burani

    Tech + Fashion with Burani

    From the Milan Fashion Week, Cristiano Burani gave me a personal fashion tour of his latest collection during his presentation. What struck me, the technical materials. The distinctive pieces made use of specialised fabrics, while remaining fitted for the figure.

  • OH NO THEY DIDN’T!

    I met fashion designer Chet Lo in Milan at the White Trade show. His futuristic eye catching textile designs got my immediate attention. In a white chromatic room, how could the polychromas pastels and fuchsia pieces not grab attention? I chatted with Chet about his unique looks. The London based designer is now involved in […]

  • Smooth Operator

    Hidetoshi Nishijima stars in the four time nominated film DRIVE MY CAR. The Japanese actor won acclaim for role as an actor on a journey. Hidetoshi stood for our camera in 2017 wearing a Brioni suit. The man is a master of style.

  • MFW is Back, Sort of

    Milan Fashion Week was physical this past February. What did we think?

  • MFW PT2 September 2021

    MFW PT2 September 2021

    More images from Milan Fashion for Spring 2022. Stay Tuned for the the Before Tacky Podcast on the reviews.

  • Going for Colmar

    Going for Colmar

    SPONSORED We want to say a BIG THANK YOU to Colmar for working with us on our podcast and on Outerwear editorial. It is always a pleasure. The Italian brand’s premium pieces should be a part of everyone’s wardrobe. Checkout Colmar looks online.