Class Assignment: Shopping Page for Harper’s Bazaar, 2023
Class Assignment: News Story for Fashionista, 2023
Victoria’s Secrets’ Intimates go Inclusive
From cancelled to celebrated; VS & Co. has taken back what it means to be an angel.
By Madison Mendriski
Victoria Secret
On October 17th, 2023, Victoria Secret and Pink launched a new intimate apparel line, ‘Adaptive Intimates’ focusing on inclusivity, and targeting people with disabilities. This collection was launched in select stores and online. This line includes magnetic closures, front facing strap adjustors and hooks, as well as sensory-friendly fabric. Bras are starting at just $39.95 and panties at $16.95.
Victoria Secret
These products have been given the GAMUT Seal of Approval, making VS & Co. the first intimates apparel brand to earn this prestigious title. The most notable executive behind this change in VS & Co.’s values being Lydia Smith, who was appointed as the Chief Diversity Officer of Inclusion in 2021.
From development to marketing, women with disabilities were at the forefront of bringing VS and PINK Adaptive to life. We’re pleased to continue to honor, welcome and champion all women in such an authentic way through this new collection
LYDIA SMITH, CHIEF DIVERSITY OFFICER OF VS &CO.
A shift in power came to the company as many widely disliked executives got replaced with individuals with a fresher plan for the brand. Victoria’s Secret closed the door on their beloved yet controversial fashion show in 2018. These runways while iconic, were often criticized as upholding unrealistic beauty standards and majorly lacking diversity. The first long awaited runway back in 4 years was a collaboration with the company Runway for Dreams, and took place at NYFW on closing day. The show was fittingly titled ‘Fashion Revolution’, and is where this new line of inclusive intimates was launched to the public for the first time. A revolution was necessary for Victoria’s Secret to revamp not only their values, but their products. Consumers everywhere are delighted to see this push in the right direction.
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Class Assignment: Catwalk Review for GQ, 2023
Loewe Turns Mundane to Magic
Jonathan Anderson’s shocking playful take on beloved classics.
By Madison Mendriski
Courtesy of Loewe
Loewe’s dazzling Spring/Summer 2024 menswear show took place on June 24th, 2023. Fittingly the collection was revealed at the equestrian arena of La Garde Républicanine during Paris Fashion Week. A clear focus on a playfully elevated ‘old money’ style was apparent. While staying true to its roots as a Spanish leather-making collective founded in 1846, Loewe took their signature textile to a whole new level.
Courtesy of Loewe
This show was under the creative direction of Jonathan Anderson, who described the show as a “one-silhouette collection.” Exaggeratedly high-waisted pants were the theme of the collection, paired with cropped jackets or tucked in dressed shirts, drawing attention to the waistline and giving an elongated look. This is a major jump from Loewe’s show last Spring/Summer season, where Jonathan Anderson decided against pants altogether.
Courtesy of Loewe
This office attire seems like perfected luxury basics, until one gives a closer look to the glint of the fabric. This collection is deceptively plain, but each piece has its own details that elevates it fabulously. The use of glistening fabric makes the ordinary feel extraordinary and the exquisite craftsmanship makes luxury an understatement. The slicked hairstyle adds further to the generational wealth, equestrian loving display the show conveys.
Courtesy of Loewe
The beauty resides in the details of this show. This asymmetrical sweater not only has cut-outs, but blocked out geometric detailing. Simple garments have been given a whole new life, full of sparkle and oddity. Is this the everyday office wear of the future? Thanks to Jonathan Anderson, in Loewe land, it is already year 3000.
Class Assignment: Styling and Photoshoot for King Kong Magazine, 2023
American Beauties
College girls discover themselves in Salvation Army racks and Walmart beauty aisles. Rural American girls are forever united by the cheap thrills woven into the fabric of femininity.
By Madison Mendriski
Luca Montana (left) wearing a Harley Davidson tank top, stylist’s own miniskirt, Juicy Couture ballet flats, and stylist’s own accessories. Emma Laimo (right) wearing Lovely Girl graphic baby tee, stylist’s own miniskirt, leg warmers, accessories, and Globe sneakers.
Luca Montana (left) wearing Intimissimi babydoll dress, Levis jeans, DC sneakers, and stylist’s own accessories. Emma Laimo (right) wearing Harley Davidson long sleeve top and shorts, and stylist’s own beanie.
Luca Montana (left) wearing stylist’s own tshirt, Mudd jean shorts, stylist’s own tights, black Converse, and stylist’s own accessories. Emma Laimo (right) pictured in stylist’s own tshirt, MissMe jean shorts, brown mini Uggs, and stylists own accessories.
