Rationalizing
For the past month or so, I have been unable to write. This has largely been due to the fact that I have felt like I must put my thoughts on current events, my life, and the fashion industry eloquently and in a unique way; that I must be completely original in my thoughts. But …
Learning to Read, and Create, Again
I haven’t really been captivated by a book in months. When I had nothing but time in Italy, all my pocket money seemed to go to the only local book shop that sold English classics and the café down the road where I would go to sit and read. In this scenario, reading was romantic …
The Undiscoverable Brand
I left the library today feeling heavier. Physically, the items in my bag remained the same, but mentally I was dealing with a new load of information. I knew going into my summative assessment that it would be a challenge, but after nine hours of research showed me that I was still at the tip …
Cool Concept, Let’s Work on the Execution
One of the most difficult things about taking a course that focuses on creativity, problem solving, and concept based work is figuring how to properly execute an idea. Even when work isn’t being graded, it feels as though there is a tremendous amount of pressure to constantly be performing to the best of your abilities. …
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Hiro
Black Evening Dress in Flight, New York, 1963 © Hiro This past weekend, I stumbled across the photography of Yasuhiro Wakabayashi and I fell in love instantly. Discovering his work when I did seems to be some pretty exceptional timing as well, as we have just been briefed on the tasks for the next two …
Mia Leff 