Journal
Jessica Damara Djafar
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Media and Culture
Introduction
A Good Cut Should Come in Big Sizes, Too
As the world today has more awareness of body issues, Nicholas Ghesquiere from Balenciaga admitted that the brand had a size issue. He then change the course of fashion, he made big sizes, petite and tall range, he wanted the brand to be available for any women of all shapes. This is a good example that any other brand should try. Skinny is not applicable anymore in the fashion industry. YSL Closes Louboutin Court Case
The 18-month feud between the two big brand has finally ended. Another big news for the fashion industry. Now, the trademarked red sole shoes (Christian Louboutin) is safely protected. This article is all about protecting the designs and colors (in this case) from being copied from another brand, which is a fatal part for the fashion industry, since there are so many copycats on the rise now.
Inside New York's $20 Million Model Agency Lawsuit
Working as a model is not a as fun as it looks like. Many models are being work-abused by their agencies. they are not paid as they are supposed to be. This show a human rights violation, a lot of us may not know any of this inside of the fashion industry, however this news shows that even in the fashion world, there is some violation.
Erin Heatherton Defends use of Photoshop
Even though there is a body image issue going around, the Victoria’s Secret model has a contrary mind. Photoshop is the magic tool to airbrush the models’ body to make them appear more beautiful and her work made her root for it. There is still a debate inside the fashion industry about the usage of photoshop, however people should embrace themselves more rather than looking at fashion editorials and frown.
Digital Fashion Week in Singapore
Fashion week is always the week that everyone is waiting for. In 20th-22nd of October, Singapore has its first chance to ever host a