Peasant Blouses Explained: Embroidery, Smocking & Styling

Loose, gathered, full-sleeved and usually white: the peasant blouse is one of the oldest shapes in European clothing, and fashion rediscovers it every decade. Behind the romantic name is a...

Magical Engagement Rings: Wonder You Can Wear

Some couples want their ring to feel like more than jewelry - they want it to feel magical. A magical engagement ring captures a sense of wonder and enchantment in...

Victorian Quirks: Celebrating Individuality, Subverting the Most Traditionalist Aesthetic

Isn’t it delicious that in the world of indie fashion, the phrase “traditional aesthetic” is merely a suggestion ripe to be exploited for rebellion?

Indie Aesthetics & Moods

Minimalism: How To Get That Luxury Rich Girl Look

Move aside, ‘rich girl hair’ and ‘rich girl makeup’, because the fashion world is now obsessed with the ultimate status symbol: the full ‘rich girl aesthetic’.

Cottagecore Shoes: What to look for the get the vibe right

Before I get to the inspo, let me say one thing: Women’s cottagecore fashion can be very dreamy and fairy-like, but it doesn’t have to!

Cottagecore Dress Inspiration Galore

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Indie Designer Profiles

Xiao Li (Knit High Fashion from London)

Xiao Li is studied at the Royal College of Art. The world took notice when she presented a beautiful collection in 2013. She made garments in which she combined knitting...

Melissa Leapman

Melissa Leapman is perhaps the most widely known indie knit and crochet designer.

Flossy by Freddy

Flossy by Freddy is an indie designer label created by the YouTube influencer Freddy Cousin-Brown. Her designs are a modern twist on the romantic cottagecore aesthetic. Each piece is intended...

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The Iconic Vaporwave Beach Art: Why Does The Internet Love It?

As the light of the setting sun shines down onto the pink sands of the beach and the surf washes away the neon-lit footprints in the sand; the vaporwave aesthetic...

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Black roses have always been associated with dark feelings and enigmatic beauty. These flowers are not a naturally occurring variety, however, their existence has been subject to folklore and myths...

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Bows, Beats, and Fierce Fashion: Channel The Big Glam Every Day

I know that bows are not the first thing you imagine when I say k-pop, but… are you ready to take your fashion game up a notch? The latest fad...

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Finding harmony in contrast is that kind of duality that brings balance and beauty to our lives. The principles of several different art forms rely on it, and yet in...

Power of Simplicity: 7 Minimalist Hacks for a Stylish and Streamlined Life

In a world drowning in consumerism, the allure of minimalism has captured the imagination of countless individuals. We are all seeking to break free from the chains of distraction after...

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Interior Vibes

Power of Simplicity: 7 Minimalist Hacks for a Stylish and Streamlined Life

In a world drowning in consumerism, the allure of minimalism has captured the imagination of countless individuals. We are all seeking to break free from the chains of distraction after...

The Art of Pattern Photography for Aesthetic Focus

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An Indie Upgrade - Living Lavishly without Excess: Japandi Decor Inspo

We’re here to spill the tea (or should we say, matcha?) on the ultimate upgrade that will have you living a life of luxury without drowning in excess. This is...