Rousteing told French Vogue that the idea to collaborate came about when he was sketching while listening to the new album on repeat after its July 2022 release, and was inspired by the lyrics and music. He contacted Beyonce and her stylist, Marni Senofonte, and said he would like to create a couture collection together as co-designers. He had many sketches inspired by the album but managed to whittle it down to just one per song, two of which Beyonce already wore to the Grammys and BRIT awards before the collaboration was officially released. The looks incorporate historic elements of Balmain and celebrate Beyoncé’s heritage, bringing to life the powerful emotions encapsulated in her music.

Rousteing and Beyoncé have worked together many times over the years, from perfecting outfits for her 2018 Coachella headline to opening his 10-year anniversary show for Balmain in 2021.

She says he is a “dream collaborator and a constantly innovating and evolving creative”, with whom she knew she “would want to work on a collection from their very first meeting”.

Renaissance is Beyoncé’s 7th studio album, created during the COVID-19 pandemic with the intention of inspiring happiness and an escape from isolation to listeners, and to celebrate the liberation of marginalised people through dance. It won a Grammy for best dance and electronic album and was nominated for album of the year.

Now, let’s look at some of the 16 outfits it inspired:

Cozy; comfortable in my skin (cozy, cozy)

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A ‘feu d’artifice’ firework-inspired dress made of black velvet and pink feathers with a matching black velvet turban. The look represents self-love and visualises being surrounded by explosions of fireworks.

Break My Soul; I’m buildin’ my own foundation, yeah

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Draping shiny black velvet to create a hooded dress, cinched with a black chrome electroplated bustier. Designed to project power and confidence onto the wearer, creating the illusion of a naked torso by 3D printing the bustier.

Thique; Baby, that’s that thique

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Hammered brass bustier adorned in crystal pendants over a black velvet bodysuit, with matching crystal earrings and velvet turban. Inspired by Parisian chandeliers and traditional ballroom design.

Church Girl; nobody can judge me but me, I was born free

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Black velvet cape with red interior, metallic belt, and silver chrome bustier. The hat is inspired by records. The outfit represents success, self-confidence, and not apologising for enjoying yourself.

Pure/Honey; It should cost a billion to look this good

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Mixing sequins, metals, and feathers with harlequin, zebra, and psychedelic patterns to create this bodysuit. As seen on Beyoncé at the BRITs, it aims to pay homage to and channel the energy and joy of the ballroom community.

Virgo’s Groove; I want it right here, right now

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Pink velvet gown and ‘second skin’ with metallic décolleté by sculptor Elie Hirsch and a reinterpreted vintage Balmain hat. Beyonce and Olivier are both virgos, and the look represents disco, funk, and intensity.

Energy (01); Oh, la, la, la
That’s the way them boys sound when I walk through the block-block-block

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Black-dyed pheasant feathers grab your attention, embroidered onto a macramé gown. Crafted from black silk, velvet, rayon, and patent-leather threads, this was one of the most complicated designs in the collection, designed with the intention of creating something sensual and alluring that commanded power.

Energy (02); You know that I’m gon’ be extra when that camera go pop-pop-pop-pop-pop-pop

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Gown, hat, and earrings created with a pattern inspired by traditional African hair-braiding. Taking over a month to complete its creation; the gown began as a series of sketches of African motifs before transforming into this powerful silhouette.

America Has a Problem; Boy, you can’t get no higher than this No, ‘cause love don’t get no higher than this no, no

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Jumpsuit with draped red velvet and gold chrome bustier. It reflects the song’s confidence and attracts attention through its similarity to the red carpet.

Summer Renaissance; It’s so good, it’s so good, it’s so good, it’s so good, it’s so good

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Wig, cape, and dress embroidered with fringes, crystals, and rhinestones.The final track on the album inspires outright extravagance and maximalism. Beginning her world tour in May 2023, we can only hope to see more of these looks on Queen B, perhaps she will wear one to the upcoming Met Gala…

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World renowned rappers Drake and 21 Savage have been sued $4 million by Vogue after using a fake magazine cover to promote their new album.

Approaching the release of their joint album Her Loss, images of the pair were posted on social media portraying themselves on a fake cover of the popular magazine with Drake writing in his Instagram caption, “Me and my brother on newsstands tomorrow!”

The doctored Vogue cover was not the only promotional stunt using Vogue’s name. The rapping duo used Vogue illicitly across “North America’s largest metropolitan areas” in the form of posters and leaflets.

An infringement lawsuit filed by Conde Nast, Vogue Publisher / Advance Magazine Publishers described the promotion as ‘deceptive’ and that Her Loss promotion was based ‘entirely’ on illegitimate Vogue branding. The fashion magazine is also alleging brand dilution and false advertising among other claims.

Despite the controversy of the promotion, it has still worked in Drake and 21’s favour with the album expected to battle Taylor Swift for the number 1 album spot. All could become worth the fiasco!

Vogue’s lawyers wrote, “all of this is false”, and ordered Drake and 21 Savage to stop all “counterfeit” cover usage as “none of it has been authorised by Conde Nast”. Drake and 21 contest that the use of Vogue branding was intended as a parody of fashion publications such as Vogue. In a court of law, this claim could save them and has been known to work in the past.

Is there any real damage to the superstar rappers? Her Loss was welcomed with critical and public acclaim showering the duo with immediate success upon its release. It is possible the lawsuit will soon be forgotten while the album shapes up to be a timeless classic.

To Drake and Savage, this lawsuit is only a minor blip in what has been a glittering career for the two rappers. Drake has sold 170 million records worldwide, Savage hailed as one of the best rappers in the world right now – a $4 million lawsuit is loose change and is unlikely to affect their reputation.

The lawsuit, while far from ideal for the Her Loss creators has only created more press attention and headlines for the pair’s new album. Could it turn out a blessing in disguise?

Whether Drake and 21 Savage did have a “flippant disregard”, in the words of Conde Nast, for the rights of Vogue or it was a genuine parody remains a question.

Words by Max Steventon

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Voir shares some of our favourite looks and quotes from the legend himself.

“So far, it’s been a bleak streak over here in America! You know what? It’s a famine of beauty. The famine of beauty, honey! My eyes are starving for beauty!” – September Issue 2009

“I used to shellac my Vuitton bags on the weekends for fun.”

“If you come to my house and sit in the wrong position on my sofa, I will tell you to get off. I’ve had people who end up sitting on the floor because they sat down in my chairs the wrong way.”

“I once was a park ranger at Fort Washington. I loved the outfit.”

Although André was well-loved for his abundance of sass, it’s important to note that he strived for greatness in everything he did, paving the way for many creatives who didn’t think their dreams would have been possible. Through championing diversity in the industry, he made a great deal of change and we will forever be grateful to him.

“The greatest luxury is to be a kind, good person and to impart to humanity something that will enrich their lives, to have a moment with someone that you’ve imparted richness.”

Words By Nadia Clasper

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As Haute Couture week goes digital for the first time, Dutch Designer Iris Van Herpen has responded with her singular Transmotion Dress and accompanying Film. Recognized for her inventive approach to design which largely utilizes digital methods including 3D printing and laser cutting, it seems the designer is already immersed in the Digital world.

It is safe to say that Van Herpen has produced some artistically driven masterpieces and for Autumn/Winter 2020 we are not let down, despite there being only one dress to admire. Enveloped with conceptual meaning, Transmotion is a true work of art that stands alone.

Van Herpen’s work has that timeless quality with its strong inspiration from nature. Poetically capturing new beginnings, the brand’s site depicts the dress as having “seed – like crystals” and “black branches”. Delicately hand-stitched to the centre of the dress, its intricate linework of branches weaves an organic language of life. Embellished seeds of black Swarovski crystals flourish into pure layers of pleated silk organza. Encasing the upper body, we are reminded of the uncontrollable nature of growth and its relationship to movement and change.

In an interview with Vogue, Van Herpen delves deeper into the meaning of the anatomical design stating how the “core and the beadwork [represent] growth, [which itself contains the idea] of strong, feminine empowerment”. She also shares the reason she chose Game of Thrones star, Carice Van Houten to feature in the film, describing how she was inspired by the “dichotomy between strength and fragility [that is] very prominent in her acting, and it corresponded well with what [she] had in mind”.

Through the juxtaposition of strong black detailing against the fragility of sheer and freeing silk, we can see why Carice Van Houten was the perfect fit. The Transmotion Film captures these details beautifully, with the actress moving delicately amongst beams of light. She is controlled in her movement. There is a sense of strength and stillness.

Iris Van Herpen, Official Youtube Channel

The symmetrical nature of Transmotion is enchanting. Taking inspiration from the work of M. C. Escher, a Dutch artist who challenged the way we perceive, Van Herpen’s Transmotion attracts a double-take. Captivating with detail from every angle, the dress is essentially the same from front to back and top to bottom. In the accompanying Film, altered perception is drawn upon further. Glass panels obscure the natural landscape and Carice Van Houten is illusively doubled against mirrors. Van Herpen’s site shares how this idea of perception has been important “amidst an era when polarising ideologies are heightened”.

Amidst layers of silk organza, we can find a complex array of meaning. Transmotion is a piece of wearable art and a stunning encapsulation of important themes that we hope to see expand into a larger collection. We hope you will join us in celebrating the talent of Iris Van Herpen as both an Artist and Fashion Designer.

Words by Brooke Savino

Graphics by Latisha Fleckenstein

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Prepare for a polka dot extravaganza with Moschino’s Resort 2021 collection: bold, uplifting, and incredibly lively as always. Creative Director Jeremy Scott unfolds a collection that paves the way to the next holiday season and it’s looking full of light-hearted spirit.

In 2013 when Jeremy Scott was appointed Creative Director of Moschino, he told Vogue how “[his] main [vision] is about bringing the brand into the now, into the future”, and the Resort 2021 collection captures this perfectly. Scott shares with Vogue how “this time is about finding my way around all the different obstacles, finding creativity and positivity, and trying to keep upbeat about it”. Despite having already started a collection, the plans were changed to adapt to the current circumstances, and what a great turnaround this was. Needed now more than ever, the collection is filled with playful prints and electric colour, and we cannot help but smile.

Head to toe polka dot (yes, even polka heels!) are paired with gold-hoop Moschino earrings to create a statement look. There are flirty minis, classy midis plus, figure-flattering suits, and jackets; we simply love how play meets sophistication. A cute polka dot bag completes the ensemble. Our favourite resembles that familiar biker jacket that we all know and remember. Just big enough for your everyday essentials there is no doubt this bag will be the best friend you take everywhere, on holiday or at home. We suspect this must be a favourite at Moschino too with a print of this bag featuring across several pieces.

Based in Milan, the Italian Flag is an important theme woven throughout the collection. Other symbolic references include; hearts, smiley faces, peace signs and florals. Through a shared love of fashion, Moschino unites the world with a collection that speaks every language, and the iconic T-shirt which states “I don’t speak Italian, but I do speak Moschino” highlights this perfectly. A sketch of this T-shirt was shared on the Brand’s Instagram page in April with the caption “creativity brings us all together” something I am sure we can all agree with.

Even if you are not currently planning that longed-for trip away, I am sure we can all appreciate the optimism that Moschino have infused into the Resort 2021 collection. If you are staying at home, perhaps one of these pieces can be saved for that trip you may have postponed. Besides, when will polka dots and a dash of positivity ever go out of fashion?

From Voir to Moschino in true Italian style, Bravo!

Words by Brooke Savino

Graphics by Georgia Walters

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We all have skills we have always wished to know a secret knowledge we have always been envious of lacking. Usually, the excuse to not learning this skill has always been lack of time now you have no excuse. This time can be an opportunity to learn some skills you have always wanted to know.Knitting

Although this skill seems archaic today you find that most people wish that they could knit. Knitting is said to offer the same relaxation as yoga knitting stimulates the logical part of your brain in measuring the thread requirement. Kitting also helps us have a creative release and also completing a project brings a sense of accomplishment.

Gwyneth Paltrow, @clubllondon instagram and Flavia Lucini styled by DaVian Lain

Dancing

We all think we can dance until the time comes and you realise maybe you can’t dance. Now that social media is so congested with TikTok videos of dance routines you have just realised that your 2 step, side to side club dance routine doesn’t cut it. So, take time and learn a few routines and maybe join the TikTok craze.

Meditation /YogaMeditation is the practice of using a technique of breathing exercises and focusing on one thought or object. Meditation is known to reduce stress and anxiety and aids in focusing the mind. Most people have credited meditation with improvement in their sleeping patterns and increased focus.

Taken from @another__kind instagram, from @ohanaandchill and Barbie by Sophia Webster

ExerciseAlthough we all know how to exercise what we are referring to is specific exercise classes. There are different exercise classes you can take online with the equipment you have around you.

Cooking When it comes to cooking just like dancing, we all can cook the everyday rice or potatoes but when it comes to complicated dishes and cuisines not all of us cut it. Through online classes, you can learn to make more experimental dishes and also learn how to fuel your body on good healthy meals depending on your dietary requirements. Cooking can also be a creative release as you try to create new meals.

Katy Perry by Nadia Lee Cohen, Adriana Lima for W Magazine and Jessica Walsh’s Instagram

MakeupWhen applying your make up, especially if you do it every day you find yourself in the same routine using the same method and products. Now is the time to try the experimental looks, perfect that wing liner or even match your eyebrow shapes to look more like sisters than the cousins they were before.

New LanguageLearning a new language may be more of a task than the skills mentioned above but can also be fun. Speaking a foreign language has proved to be beneficial and is currently a skill that is highly sought after these days depending on the language. Apps like Duolingo assist you in learning new languages for free.

Words by Precious Njoki

Graphics by Katie Janes

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This exhibition is so defining as it’s challenging gender constructs, and ultimately making us ask questions like, if a man is in a dress does it make him any less of a man? (the answer is obviously no). By asking these questions we are allowing the images to show us a deeper and better understanding of contemporary society and what it means to be masculine.

Whether you’re a truck driver who likes to wear a sequin dress in his spare time, or an electrician who enjoys dancing to Toxic by Britney Spears, you are what you define yourself to be. And, don’t worry honey, we love you all the same.

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Autumn Winter ’18 is tipped to be a fashion frenzy and Vogue has set us off on the right foot. With the covers of both American Vogue and British Vogue having been released last week, social media has gone into a frenzy over Queen Bey and the one and only Bad Gal hitting up the respective covers.

The September Issue of Vogue is arguably the most influential in the fashion calendar: september signalling the start of the fashion season and showcasing all the forthcoming collections and trends. So these ‘fronts’ to mainstream fashion signal tremendous progress, inclusion and acknowledgment to women of colour the world over.

Not only was Beyoncé chosen to star on the cover of American Vogue, she was given full unprecedented control. From the clothing to the layout of the cover, Queen Bey could be exactly what she wanted. As the first African American to be featured on the cover of the September Issue, it was fitting that Beyoncé chose an African American photographer to shoot it.

At just a tender 23 years of age, Tyler Mitchell is the first black photographer to shoot the September cover, as well as one of the youngest. His work focuses on the intersection of youth culture and racical identity, something Beyoncé is not far from herself.

Bey expressed the importance of working with young artists of colour allowing creative doors to open and the world to see their potential. Chatting to Vogue Beyoncé enlightened us that in this day and age, it’s so important for people all over the world to see people who look like themselves in positions of power, in books, and in films. To not feel intimidated or limited by the colour of their skin. This can be seen in her music and films.

And not forgetting this side of the pond, Rhianna took a different approach to British Vogue, staying in keeping with the flower headdress theme. Who knew flowers could look so good?

Bringing her Fenty Beauty to the shoot, the undisputed BadGal brought ombre lips and skinny brows back from the dead and we’re totally in love with her look.

Mrs. Wintour and Enninful we salute you. Here’s to a colourful AW’18.

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Original’s by Steven Sheldon

At the age of 29 at London Fashion week the pair released their first ever collection in Autumn 2014. Furthermore, since the debut of House of SheldonHall the duo has been receiving Worldwide devotion of stylists, fashionistas and editors with their captivating and remarkable attitude to design. In 2014 Hand & Lock London, an embroidery atelier to the Royal Family and other remarkable designers such as Louis Vuitton awarded him with winning a prestigious design competition.

Since then the House of SheldonHall has received some amazing recognition of their impressive apparels by the likes of Tatler, Vogue and Hello. As well as being published together with prized labels such as Moschino, House of Malakai, Vivienne Westwood and Christian Lacroix.

I recently got the opportunity to ask Emma and Steven a number of questions about

their design process, and what’s coming for House of SheldonHall.

Sachin: Who is your favourite designer?

Steven: I don’t think I have one, there’s so many

Emma: We love a bit of Dior though

Sachin: Do you have a muse that you have in mind when you design?

Steven: I think my muse is whoever I end up drawing, she just appears. I always start with a head, ears first, I like funny ears. Mouth next, big lips, and eyes last. Very very tall. Never the same. Then she kind of guides me to what I should draw. If we’re ever looking for models, we try and get ones that look the closest to my sketches.

Emma: Inspiration is all around, it’s not just one particular person that makes my juices flow. It can be an era, a colour, art, animals? We both love the 1950’s. So we get a lot direction through researching past techniques and styles. We listen to a lot music; we never work in silence.

Sachin: Do you have a favourite piece? And why?

Steven: I don’t really. I think we both have our preferences, but in general they’re all our children.

Emma: I like the big opera Coat we did last season, and the green sequin, RIP, it got lost, or stolen. We’ve never got to the bottom of it. I think mostly because they’re 90% hand sewn.

Sachin: Who would you love to see wearing your pieces?

Steven: Personally, I would die to see Erin O’Conner in something. I love her look, her face, her features really speak to me.

Emma: We’ve already had a few chances for big names to wear our stuff, and got our hearts broken. So now I think that it’s best we don’t have a particular person in mind. Maybe just go with who is hot at the time. But we do hope we can get Daphne Guinness to wear something one day.

Steven: We would love the chance to work with Tim Walker, he always has the most interesting models.

Sachin: Tell us about your next collection? What’s coming up at the House of SheldonHall ?

Steven: Well, we obviously can’t say too much. As you know a designer’s new work is their best kept secret! It’s scheduled to be completed in mid-January. It’s our biggest collection to date. Massive!

Emma: Steven keeps adding more pieces!

Steven: Very Rich and full of colour. We’ve really concentrated on Textiles this season, our own applications of embroidery and print which makes the pieces so much more unique.

Emma: It will be the best we’ve done so far, it will defiantly make and impact, I know I’m going to need another house when it’s done.

Steven: There’s also a bit of a cute metaphor behind it all. Bit of a self-told story.

Emma: the next collection will blow your F***ing socks off!

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