2015 fashion – CASSIDY ZACHARY

The Art of Dress: Valentino’s stunning collaboration with Canadian artist Christi Belcourt for Resort 2016

July 3, 2015July 3, 2015 by Cassidy Zachary

Since 1993, Canadian artist Christi Belcourt has been creating visually arresting paintings representative of the floral beadwork of the Métis and First Nation women of Canada. Belcourt herself is of Métis heritage. The intricate beaded works of her people are feats of exquisite artistry, representing the highest levels of craftsmanship. It is an art form … Continue reading The Art of Dress: Valentino’s stunning collaboration with Canadian artist Christi Belcourt for Resort 2016

Fashion History Now: Rihanna for Dior

June 2, 2015June 2, 2015 by Cassidy Zachary

The high profile relationship between Rihanna and fashion is nothing new, but her most recent collaboration with the storied House of Dior is particularly unique: the twenty-seven year old pop star is the first black woman to front one of the world’s–and history’s–most coveted fashion brands. This is equally exceptional and unacceptable, considering it took … Continue reading Fashion History Now: Rihanna for Dior