Galliano x Zara is highly anticipated as a collaboration set to unfold over roughly two years, according to fashion media and the brand’s own social channels. During this time, the partnership is expected to reinterpret the house’s archives through a series of special edition collections. Although the broader fashion public debates this provocative union between mass retail and one of the century’s most influential couturiers, I have embarked on a mindful quest to critically imagine what these collections might look like.
To do that, we first need to acknowledge that no matter how groundbreaking Galliano has been in the past, the constraints of the ZARA formula will likely be more pronounced, dictated by trend visibility— as the brand’s aesthetic framework is rooted deeply in the predicting of consumer desires. Secondly, understanding that Galliano is undoubtedly one of the most intelligent creatives in the industry, we must not overlook the recurring presence of his work on the red carpet and in street style— for I personally believe that he has been deliberately releasing visuals to acclimate his audiences for his upcoming debut.
The years from 1995 to the early 2000s are clearly resurfacing in the latest collections, appearing in the street style and red carpet looks of today’s IT girls. This reinterpretation of archival pieces often happens by blending high drama with street-ready elements like jeans or sneakers. For example, in 2023, Kendall Jenner was photographed in a Galliano Autumn/Winter 1997 ensemble, styled with black leather loafers and sunglasses, while Hailey Bieber paired a 1999 Galliano fur suit with simple jeans for a striking street style moment.
Originally launched in 2022, Rhode quickly capitalized on Hailey Bieber’s well-known passion for skincare and her effortlessly clean, glowing look—an aesthetic she has perfected over the years. With her radiant, tanned skin, subtle freckles, and iconic lip combination, famously showcased in past makeup videos, all contribute to her authentic beauty persona. Interestingly, her signature lip look was inspired by her mother’s use of lip liner and lipstick, adding a personal, nostalgic touch that resonates deeply with her fans, which eventually created the inspiration for the launching of her Peptide Lip Tint and the iconic Lip phone case, owned by thousands.
Leveraging Hailey’s massive and dedicated following, the brand tapped into a ready-made fanbase eager to emulate her lifestyle of Bieber herself. And the epitomy of the clean aesthetic model, was now easily attainable, motivating fans to purchase the very same product she used and endorsed, thus creating an instant trust and authenticity that fuelled the brands rapid growth over simply three years, establishing itself as a major player in the ever-revolving competitive skincare market almost overnight.
But Rhode isn’t just a brand rooted in the aesthetics of the beauty industry — it’s a brand driven by intention. At its core is a deep commitment to women and mothers around the world, championed through the Rhode Future Foundation, which pledges a minimum of 1% of sales to advancing women’s careers and empowerment. Yet the brand’s mission doesn’t stop there. Sustainability is not a surface-level initiative, but a foundational value woven into Rhode’s DNA, shaping its identity and guiding its long-term vision from the inside out.
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FAST FASHION BAN IS FRANCE PROTECTING THE PLANET OR PRESERVING ITS HERITAGE
A new law imposed on June 10th marks a significant shift in France’s approach to fast fashion. Under this legislation, major fast fashion advertising and promotion, particularly by social media influencers, will be banned in the country. Chinese e-commerce giants like Shein and Temu are among the first to feel the effects, as individual fashion items sold by these companies will now be subject to a minimum tax of €5 per item—a fee that is set to double within the next five years.
However, the law is not yet finalised. A joint committee of senators and members of the National Assembly is expected to convene in September to draft a unified version of the bill. This means the finalised text must be completed before the legislation can be officially adopted. Additionally, the European Commission must be notified to ensure the bill complies with European Union laws.
Interestingly, European fast fashion brands such as Zara (Spain) and H&M (Sweden) are, for now, exempt from the legislation. It remains unclear whether this exemption is due to their recent efforts to reduce environmentally harmful practices within their operations or for other reasons. This, in turn, raises questions about the true motives behind the bill: is it genuinely driven by environmental concerns, or is it strategically designed to protect the local and European markets from non-European competition?
The global fashion industry accounts for around 10% of greenhouse gas emissions and consumes up to 93 billion cubic meters of water annually.
For us young professionals entering our careers and striving towards our envisioned manifested futures, the repetitive task of applying for openings in our desired—or undesired—job market has transformed into a recurring exercise in dealing with a gut-wrenching rejection. That is, whether you are simply trying to financially survive in the cities that so brutally rejects their youth, or once again attempting to chase a dream that, with every rejection, appears further away than before.
This is the soul-wrecking ritual of job hunting, that is currently eroding the spirit of Gen Z professionals who are so eagerly attempting to enter their chosen industries. A process that gradually transforming you into a stricter version of yourself that does not necessarily shield itself from disappointment, but rather makes you numb to it.
The difference with previous generations? Gen Z is increasingly aware that CVs are often deleted or ignored within seconds, aware that there is a lack of constructive feedback that could actually help candidates in future interviews, and, finally aware, that there is a growing sense that some role listings in circulation—often supported or enabled by broader institutional structures—are never truly intended to be filled.
So doesn’t this growing awareness begin to resemble a process that feels largely predetermined, where individuals move through a structured system they cannot meaningfully influence, following each step with the hope of a different outcome, even as the results often feel unchanged?
INSIDE GENZ's HUMILIATION RITUAL OF JOB HUNTING
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