Issue 33 March 2020
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Letter from the Editor
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The Plastic Age
The Art of Fashion
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How TikTok is Changing the Fashion Game
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2020 Red Carpet Review
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Skincare is Not One Size Fits All
Shop Ethical Fashion
Unisex Clothing Lines
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Carhartt: From Workwear to High Fashion
Acknowledgements Editor-in-Chief
P.R. and Marketing Director
Head Photographer
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Hayley Zukerberg Helen Fulmer
Stylist
Rory Martin
Events Director Chloe Hunwick
Co-Layout Designers Ezra Norris Krishnam Moosaddee
Esme Tyler
Samantha Barth Emma Furgueson
Website Director Lily Young
Finance Director Emma McClymont
Copy Editor Piper Baine
Production Team Sophie Erhard Kezia Rogers Elena Erdekian Gabe Josephs
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Letter from the Editor
Dear Readers, I am happy to introduce to you the March issue of TheLOOK Magazine. I want to thank our writers, models, general members, and of course, my brilliant executive team for contributing to create one of my favorite magazines yet. This issue is particularly meaningful because of the impacts of climate change and the environmental devastation that has been permeating throughout the world. Sustainability can be described as a worldview that focuses on fostering a holistic, balanced, and healthy relationship between human existence, consumption, and the natural environment in order to preserve a healthy planet and quality of life for future generations. As of right now, the fashion industry produces 10% of all humanity’s carbon emissions. Furthermore, fast fashion is responsible for significant water pollution, water consumption, and chemical leaching. One of the biggest concerns of fast fashion is that 85% of all textile waste ends up in landfills where it never decays.
The focus on sustainability in this issue is to build awareness surrounding the connection between our clothes and the environment. Our main shoot, The Plastic Age, took place at the Mystic Aquarium. It will likely seem ironic that there is a large presence of plastic in this shoot. However, the juxtaposition of plastic and ocean life emphasizes the high volume of plastic in the clothes that we wear every day, as well as the high volume of waste that is produced from fast fashion. This issue strives to bring awareness of the environmental degradation that takes place as a result of fast fashion. The five leading brands of fast fashion are Shein, H&M, ASOS, Zara, and Fashion Nova. While contributing to unethical fast fashion companies is often cheaper, we hope to inspire change through promoting more sustainable buying options. (Worst case scenario, you can always thrift). On page 34, we review and recommend a sustainable brand for each type of clothing or accessory you may need. We hope that next time you are buying an article of clothing, you may take some extra time to consider your other, more sustainable, options.
Additionally, inside this issue, you will find articles on everything from the rise of Carhartt, to award show outfit reviews, to how TikTok is influencing fashion trends. You will see your fellow peers in our photo shoot that celebrates the art of clothing through our collaboration with the Lyman Allyn Art Museum. A special thanks to The Mystic Aquarium for sharing their space, time, and knowledge with our magazine. If you have any suggestions, comments, or would like to contribute to the next issue, please reach out via our Instagram @thelookmag, or shoot me an email, hzukerbe@conncoll.edu. With love, Hayley Zukerberg
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How TikTok is Changing the Fashion Game
The video app, TikTok, has already become one of the most popular social media apps of 2020. With its widespread popularity, TikTok has gained a place in the fashion world, as well. TikTok fashion has gone so far as to influence beauty standards; setting unique trends in clothing, accessories, hair, and makeup. TikTok stars are making a mark on the fashion industry by introducing a distinct style.
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“e-boy” style
One such style in men’s fashion that has been popularized by the app, is that of the “e-boy.” The e-boy look combines elements from skater-boy, goth, modern, and alternative styles, as well as drawing influence coming from K-pop style. The distinct TikTok style has been popularizing alternative dress among young boys. The e-boy look incorporates trends such as oversized t-shirts, graphic tees, oversized hoodies, open button down shirts, cuffed pants, fitted ankle socks, beanies, chain necklaces, and earrings. Balancing baggy, fitted clothing, and layering is a common trend seen on TikTok stars, along with the addition of many accessories. TikTok Star Avani
TikTok Stars Chase Hudson and Ondreaz and Tony Lopez
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TikTok Stars Addison Sterling and Dixie D’Amelio
On the flipside, TikTok has also influenced the development of styles, such as the e-girl and the VSCO girl. TikTok has led to a rise in the popularity of baggy sweatpants and oversized hoodies for both girls and boys. While leggings and crop tops are a trend we have been seeing for quite some time, many TikTok girls take their style one step further. Also inspired by goth and K-pop, TikTok fashion is marked by layering, oversized shirts, baggy sweatpants, and many accessories.
TikTok Star Avani
TikTok Star Chase Hudson at Milan Fashion Week
Recently, TikTok seems to have cemented its place in the fashion industry by sending a number of its stars to Fashion Week. Brands like Céline are recognizing TikTok’s power in fashion by casting its stars in their campaigns. TikTok has a clear impact on how its users want to dress, as well as impacting the current evolution of fashion. TheLOOK Magazine
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Skincare is Not One Size Fits All By India Robert
As someone who has struggled with acne since I was twelve, now being twenty, I’ve tried many products across the board. From dermatologist prescribed creams and medications, to cheaper off-the counter products from CVS, I’ve used it all. Everyone’s skin is different, therefore, what works for some people may not necessarily suffice for others. Price also doesn’t necessarily guarantee the effectiveness or quality of the products. Dryness, oily skin, cystic acne, and hormonal acne are all skin conditions I’ve struggled with, and they require different treatments. As I’ve gotten older, my skin has also evolved, and the products I use have changed over the years. Every night before sleep and first thing in the morning, I use the foaming wash, Cetaphil, which costs $9.79 at Target. My skin has become sensitive over the years, and I cannot use a scrub that is too intense. When my face is dry, I’ll apply Neutrogena Oil-free Face Moisturizer, which costs $9.52 at Target. The product prevents my face from drying out after removing the oil. Flaky, peely skin especially becomes a problem for me in the cold winter months of Connecticut. If I have a cluster of pimples, or any kind of big breakout, I’ll usually spot the acne with Mario Badescu drying lotion. You can buy this product for $17.00 at Sephora, and the lotion will help exfoliate pore-clogging dead skin cells. The product is also gentle and mild on the skin, which is perfect, since my skin is hypersensitive. During the summer, my skin will often begin to develop breakouts, and I’ll have to take more drastic measures in my skincare routine. The Hydraphase Intense Masque, which costs $19.99 on Amazon, is perfect for refreshing and hydrating your skin. I’ll usually do the mask once or twice a week for fifteen minutes if my skin is not doing so well. Most breakouts occur after working out, which is why I always make sure to bring cleansing wipes to the gym. The fragrance-free makeup remover cleansing towelettes can be purchased for $6.99 at Ulta Beauty, and many other establishments. These are perfect because any smudged mascara after running can be removed, and your face can stay imperfection-free. My biggest advice when it comes to skin is to be kind to yourself and take the time to find products that are right for you. My acne treatment process has been a long journey, and there were many moments where I was so self-conscious that I couldn’t leave the house. Severe acne is a problem that so many people struggle with, and reaching out to friends and family for assistance is always a good idea.
2020 Red Carpet Review Written by Matthew Potoker Award season is in full swing, and as the nominations roll out, so does the red carpet. Celebrities, music, and film industry elites travel the globe to take part in numerous award shows in hopes that their work might win. There were some notable wins including Parasite, which truly made history at the OSCARS. If you have not seen Parasite, log on to your Amazon Prime, or whatever your preferred streaming platform is, and watch after reading this issue of theLOOK. In addition to the nominations, the fashion is on full display— arguably the best part of award season—and 2020 definitely did not disappoint. There were some significant fashion moments this year, as well as some unexpected and unusual ones. Opera sleeves were a consistent theme in many of the award shows. Ariana Grande made quite the entrance at the Grammys with a Giambattista Valli tulle gown giving us major Carrie Bradshaw vibes when she sat on the red carpet. She later appeared with another gorgeous grey dress. Lizzo gave a nod to old hollywood glamour with a white Atelier Versace dress and a faux fur shawl. Billie Eilish wore a mesmerising head-to-toe Gucci outfit, the color coordinating with her hair. Lana Del Rey decided last minute to buy a silver Aidan Mattox dress from the mall—a bold choice given it’s the Grammys! One of the most significant looks came from Jane Fonda, who re-wore a red, beaded Elie Saab gown that she had previously worn to the Cannes Film Festival in 2014. As a vocal protester of climate change and other issues, she also brought out a red coat that she claimed to be “the last be impossible, however, I have put together a list of five top and bottom looks, in no particular order, from the 2020 award season.
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Top Looks
Lil Naz X stuck to his high fashion meets cowboy aesthetic by wearing a hot pink Versace ensemble, which was an homage to Cindy Crawford’s iconic bondage looks.
Scarlett Johansson wowed us with a sheer, corseted dress designed by Oscar de la Renta.
Natalie Portman made an import feminist statement by wearing a Christian Dior gown, which included a custom cape with the names of snubbed female directors embroidered into the lapel.
Billy Porter basically broke the internet with his disco-inspired jumpsuit. The incredible hat, which featured moving fringe, was made out of Preciosa crystals.
Brie Larson looked radiant in a crystal-encrusted Celine gown with an incorporated cape. I love a good cape. TheLOOK Magazine
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Bottom Looks
Shawn Mendes wore a custom three-piece suit designed by Virgil Abloh for Louis Vuitton, which definitely fit correctly, however, was fairly tacky and overdone.
Billie Eilish wore a Chanel suit that looked slightly reminiscent of a yeti, and seemed a little tattered and not fitted properly. Even though she is rocking the Chanel logo, is this really appropriate for the OSCARS?
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Billy Porter is one of my all-time favorites and yes, I put him on both lists because both looks are notable. He wore a top and skirt inspired by British royalty, which were designed by Giles Deacon. While his looks usually have quite a dramatic flair, his Academy Awards look just was not as impressive as his past red carpet looks.
Kristin Wiig made a bold choice and wore a red Valentino dress with large ruffles on each side, paired with black opera gloves. Ruffles are a love it or hate it kind of thing and unfortunately, these are not the most flattering. That said, her styling is fabulous.
TimothĂŠe Chalamet wore a Prada jacket with matching pants, which was more on the casual side of Oscar attire. The bigger issue was that he might have been confused for a parking attendant a couple times over the course of the night. TheLOOK Magazine
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Shop Ethical Fashion Written by Kezia Rogers and Hayley Zukerberg
Fast fashion focuses on two major areas: quick production and low cost production. Fast fashion is intended for short-term use and is to only be worn a couple of times. Due to the mass production and waste coming from fast fasion lines, the fashion industry produces 10% of all humanity’s carbon emissions, as well as being the second-largest consumer of the world’s water supply. Sustainable fashion focuses on addressing these issues by cutting back on water usage, trying to use non-toxic chemicals, making clothes durable to last longer, limiting the waste of the clothing by repairing damaged pieces or making new pieces from recycled material, and using organic cotton, linen, and other available fibers. Although there are many sustainable brands, we have decided to review a couple of our favorites! Take a look below and check out these companies next time you are looking for a new piece for your wardrobe!
Everlane ReNew
Everlane has created a new line called ReNew that is perfect for coats and professional work clothes. They have made a commitment to not work with any new plastic in their supply chain by the year 2021. In this new line, they replaced all synthetic fabrics with renewable materials, and replaced their packaging with reused plastic.
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Pact
Pact focuses on comfy dresses, clothing, and pajama sets. Their entire manufacturing process follows organic guidelines and is Fair Trade Certified, meaning they focus on ethical factors like wages and working conditions. All of their cotton garments are organic, as well.
Reformation
Reformation is great for new dresses, t-shirts, and statement pieces! Reformation helps to understand and lower their environmental footprint by calculating the carbon dioxide emission, water usage, and produced waste of each garment they create. Their goal is to bring sustainable fashion to everyone. Their sustainability goals are intended to influence the product, consumer, planet, and progress.
Matt & Nat bags / backpacks
Matt & Nat has the cutest purses, backpacks, shoes, belts, and other accessories. The company focuses on vegan leather, and the linings inside all Matt & Nat bags are made out of 100% recycled plastic bottles.
Girlfriend Collective
Lara Intimates
Lara Intimates is a sustainable lingerie brand based in London that focuses on environmental safety. Their fabric is zero-waste because they save and shred their extra cuttings so that they can be used to create new Lara products. P.S. We interviewed the CEO of Lara in our last issue, so check that out to learn more!
The Girlfriend Collective focuses on making sport bras, leggings, and long sleeve sets perfect for working out. They invest in green building infrastructure to minimize their waste, water, and energy footprints. Their website points out, “old water bottles and fishing nets look better on you than they do clogging landfills and polluting oceans.�
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Thrift Shopping to Save Our Planet? Written by Payton Mulvehill
How does thrifting contribute to ethical shopping? Well, sustainable fashion can be a lot more than that $100 linen shirt on a wooden hanger you saw at the co-op. One of the biggest things you can do is buy second-hand. This can mean Goodwill, Poshmark, or a clothing swap with your friends. When you buy second-hand, you are recycling. Thus, the clothes won’t end up in a landfill and you are reducing any further water waste and chemical pollution, as well as unethical impacts per each clothing product you own. You’re also much more likely to find higher-quality items for the same price as, or cheaper
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than H&M or Zara. There is also now a whole market of online thrifting through websites like Depop, Poshmark, ThredUp, and more. Additionally, because of fashion trends often repeating themselves after twenty or so years, it’s more than likely you will find a piece that falls into your new favorite style trend. If not, things are easily altered. Cut the bottoms off of a straight cut jean or turn an old men’s sweatshirt into a cute crop top. Now your five dollar jeans look just like the eighty dollar pair from Urban Outfitters.
Something I find that is often left unsaid in regard to second-hand stores is the duality of it. It is important to contribute to both ends of the recycling process for clothes. Before you make your next trip, have a Marie Kondo inspired day with friends, and sort through your clothes to see if there is anything that no longer ‘brings you joy’ or you just don’t wear anymore. Fill up a box or trash bag and bring it with you when you go to Goodwill to donate. There are also many opportunities on campus, including multiple thrifting Instagram accounts, and club sponsored clothing swaps to keep an eye out for! Most importantly, keep educating yourself on sustainable practices in both fashion and other areas. Fashion is a safe place to express creativity and personality, and hopefully this will provide you with yet another sustainable way to enhance your style!
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Unisex Clothing Lines
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ZED http://zed-seattle.com/ Founded by Ty Ziskis Ty Ziskis’s up and coming brand “ZED” presents its wearers with Billie Eilish-esque everyday clothing. Ziskis’s line includes a variety of less worn colors from lime green to creamsicle orange. Many of the outfits that he designs incorporate original prints, layered tops, and an overarching theme of comfort. Yet, besides the colors and prints, ZED is mostly simple and wearable clothing. Throughout the ZED website, the designer showcases numerous outfits. Many of the said outfits depict varying, non gender specific pieces. Ziskis’s creations allow people who identify with any gender to find pieces that fit within their personal style. The versatility of Ziskis’s designs is what makes them so desirable and unique. When taking a look at Ziskis himself and the clothing that he wears, it is evident that his designs are derived from his own personal style. Ziskis frequents an unbuttoned, baggy top over a simple graphic T-shirt and neutraltone pants, an outfit that appears several times on his website. ZED is based out of Seattle, but is sold in numerous stores and online shops all over the country, including Assembly New York.
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Sundae School https://sundae.school/shop/ Founded by Dae Lim and Cindy Lim Seoul-New York based Siblings Cindy and Dae Lim have made their mark in the fashion industry in more ways than one. Sundae School targets a crowd of customers who look for streetwear, as well as smokewear. Sundae School is a distinct label in the fashion industry due to the founders’ open love for cannabis. Cindy and Dae Lim say that their clothing is mainly inspired by their love for smoking. They say that they want to craft clothing that doubles as streetwear and comfortable smokewear. Their marajuana-using lifestyle and Korean roots come across vividly in the pieces that they create. Sundae School’s smoking robes are inspired by Hanboks, a traditional Korean garment, and their graphics include images insinuating that the wearer enjoys an occasional joint. Moreover, the Lim siblings have been able to make
clothing that is attractive to all genders. Their silhouettes tend to follow a loosefitting trend and muted colors. Some of the items in their collections exhibit intricate stitchwork and artful patterns, all inspired by real-life experiences that the Lims have been through. Luckily, for us college students, Sundae School sells a plethora of sweatsweats, perfect for lounging or hitting the books. The main appeal of Sundae School is how the founders have managed to include varying elements of their lives into inspiration for their brand. Whether a stoner or not, Sundae School has garments that most everyone will want to wear.
Nicopanda https://www.nicopanda.com/ Founded by Nicola Formichetti Nicola Formichetti, the Japanese and Italian designer of Nicopanda, launched his own label in 2015. Since then, his success has skyrocketed. Besides Nicopanda original collections, the brand has numerous collaborations. Companies and celebrities who have collaborated with Nicopanda include: Opening Ceremony, Urban Outfitters, Ariana Grande, Amazon Prime, Mac, Hanes, and Pepsi. Nicopanda’s garments are mostly versatile pieces that can be worn regardless of your gender identification. Formichetti loves using bright colors and incorporating several fabrics in order to achieve textured and multi-dimensional, artful clothing. Not only does Nicopanda offer numerous gender-neutral items, Formichetti also
offers his customers clothing for both comfort and style. He gives his sweatshirts twists by using uncommon colors and intricate graphics. In addition to loungewear, Nicopanda produces dressier clothing as well, such as sequin party dresses. Promoting the inclusivity of the brand, the Nicopanda Instagram page is scattered with images of men wearing what is known to be traditional womenswear, and women in traditional menswear. Formichetti has no problem taking risks with his designs, which is why his line is so appealing to so many people.
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Carhartt: From Workwear to High Fashion
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of a sudden, it feels like everywhere we turn we see someone sporting a Carhartt beanie. The 130-year old company makes clothes tailored for blue-collar manual laborers who need durable apparel for outside conditions. In the workplace, they are most popular for their overalls and jackets, but celebrities and online influencers are seen in all different colors of the Carhartt Acrylic Watch Hat. So, how did Carhartt shift from a brand for construction workers to a fashion staple for young people?
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Written by Carly Denora
The switch to a younger generation started in the early ’90s with skateboarders, where its popularity skyrocketed. In 1994, Swiss designer Edwin Feah discovered this trend, and created a line called “Carhartt Work In Progress,” which was geared to fit skaters’ figures better.
The major elevation in social status for Carhartt came when the high fashion French brand, A.P.C., collaborated with the company to make a line of beanies. With skatewear becoming relevant for everyone in the ’90s, Carhartt took off, and celebrities such as Rihanna were found on the streets wearing a neon yellow Carhartt beanie. Today, Carhartt has collaborated with major brands like Nike, Converse, Hurley, Burton, and much more to reach different groups of people. With the rise of social media, Carhartt’s business has only gotten stronger. Recently, with TikTok becoming extremely relevant, Carhartt’s hats, jackets, and shirts can be seen all over. TikTok is most popular with the teenage and young adult demographic, and it is not uncommon to scroll down your feed or walk down the street and see the yellow Carhartt logo. The Carhartt Acrylic Watch Hat is the most popular item with the younger generation, as it is sold in 20+ different colors at the price of only $14.99, making the beanie relatively cheap and accessible. Whether it is a piece from their workwear or more casual streetwear line, every item is made with the best quality to last and survive all conditions. Carhartt is a brand that was originally made for a certain group of people in society, but has shifted to fashion for everyone to enjoy today!
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Creative Layouts Cover Ezra Norris Table of Content Krishnam Moosaddee Letter from the Editor
Krishnam Moosaddee
How TikTok is changing the Fashion Game
Owen Sagerman
Skincare is not one size fits all
Anna Baronsky
2020 Red Carpet Review
Anna Baronsky
The Plastic Age
Gabe Josephs
Shop Ethical Fashion Ezra Norris Thrift Shopping to save our planet
Owen Sagerman
The Art of Fashion
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Unisex Clothing Lines Krishnam Moosaddee Carhartt: From Workwear to High Fashion
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Models
Other Photographers
Guillermo Rincon Avatar Simpson Vessel Day Gabe Josephs Abby King Sarah Stephen Casey Freehill
Sydney Lamb
Anna Langlois
Makeup Viridiana Villalva Salas Andi McGraw
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Special Thanks
Owen Sagerman
Mystic Aquarium:
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Stephanie Bramich
A.T. Thomas
Dale Wolbrink
Hana Kristensen
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