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The latest from The Citizen’s Poste spans longform features, interviews, and cultural commentary examining fashion and culture as systems: how they’re built, how they operate, and how they shape the present moment. We publish with intention, not urgency. That means fewer pieces, sharper thinking, and writing that assumes an intelligent reader. No trend-chasing, no filler. Start wherever you like. Stay as long as you want. This is fashion and culture for readers who prefer substance, clarity, and a little wit with their rigor.
Tailored to Disrupt: Black Dandyism and the Met Gala’s Menswear Rebrand
Finally, the Met Gala is taking a dive into men's fashion, specifically from a historical lens into Black communities within Black Dandyism – a cultural protest combining fashion with individuality. Before now, the Met Gala has yet to focus on Black history, and often kicked menswear to the sidelines. This year’s theme is set out to reinvent typical men's fashion while also bringing Black culture to center stage.
Tariffs And Totes: Fashion’s Reckoning With Global Politics
In April of 2025, the global fashion industry was rocked by a seismic political move as President Donald Trump unveiled one of the most aggressive trade tariff policies in modern history. Speaking from the White House Rose Garden, Trump announced a sweeping 10% tariff on all imported goods, with significantly higher rates on nations with which the U.S. holds a trade deficit. The fashion industry, already vulnerable after years of supply chain instability and inflation, became one of the hardest hit.
Everything You Need to Know About Prada Acquiring Versace
It feels as though the fashion industry has been caught in a storm that just won’t calm- from creative directors stepping down or switching houses, to Gucci debuting a full ready-to-wear collection without one at all. Now, Prada, the iconic Italian quiet luxury label, has made waves by acquiring its louder younger sibling: Versace. Here’s everything you need to know about Prada’s newest power move.
Arête Studios: The Fashion Tech Revolution Redefining Style and Sustainability
Fashion is fickle. As consumers shift away from fast fashion and mass-produced trends, a new movement is emerging – one that champions authenticity, craftsmanship, and sustainability. Arête Studios, founded by Kotryna Juknviciute and MJ Perez, is at the forefront of this transformation. More than just an online marketplace, Arête is a revolutionary fashion-tech platform designed to connect the public with lesser-known yet exceptional designers. By blending meaningful tech mechanisms with a human-first approach, the company is carving out a future where fashion discovery is both seamless and deeply personal.
Another One Bites the Dust: Jonathan Anderson Out at Loewe
After more than a decade of redefining what Loewe could mean to the fashion industry, Jonathan Anderson is stepping down as Creative Director. The announcement, while unexpected, isn’t entirely shocking in a fashion landscape where creative directors seem to be dropping like flies. Still, this isn’t just any departure—this is one of the most impactful designers of the last decade walking away from a house he fundamentally transformed.
The New Gucci Era: What Demna’s Appointment Means for Fashion
Gucci has always been a brand in flux, constantly reinventing itself to meet the moment. But its latest leadership change signals one of the most radical shifts yet. With the appointment of Demna Gvasalia as Artistic Director, the Italian powerhouse is rewriting the rules of its creative structure. The question now is: what does this mean for Gucci’s identity, its commercial standing, and the wider fashion landscape?