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Why ‘grandma hobbies’ are on the rise among young consumers

The next generation of fashion consumers seem to be showing a growing interest in the time behind a product. A sweater no longer solely exists as a garment. For some young consumers, it can also represent a skill learned, a material chosen and hours spent making something personal by hand. That shift is helping traditional crafts such as...

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27th edition of DFB Festival concludes, showcasing the best of Brazilian independent fashion

The DFB Festival concluded last Friday, the 12th, in Fortaleza, Ceará (Northeast Brazil). The event, conceived and brought to life by Claudio Silveira, coincided with the 300th-anniversary celebrations of the Ceará state capital. It was a true celebration of Brazilian identity in fashion. Craftsmanship took on a new, revitalised and expressive...

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Anatomy of a trend by Christine Boland: crochet, knotting & macramé

In ‘Anatomy of a trend’ trend analyst Christine Boland anatomizes a specific trend worth keeping an eye on. The trend For SS22 there’s a major role for (wearable) arts and crafts - think crochet, knotting, braiding, macramé, weaving and twining. But not just in your typical 70’s bohemian style. These artisanal open-worked techniques are put into...