The designers, artists, curators, and consumers that make up the Highsnobiety world encompass the full spectrum of identity, and it is paramount that this is reflected in the stories we tell.
With our 2019 initiative on representation, we’ll be highlighting how each facet of identity is shaping the practices and conversations occurring at every strata of our global community of independent-minded creatives.
Editorial Content
Podcast: Fashioning Identity: Sexuality
On this episode of ‘Fashioning Identity,’ our guests examine the hardships and the triumphs of LGBTQIA+ people and their relationship to fashion.
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Best Women’s Sneaker Stores in the World: The Definitive Guide
We talk to some of the best women’s sneaker stores in the world to find out what they’re doing to make sneakers more accessible to women.
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Do Pride Collections Actually Help the LGBT+ Community?
While numerous brands and companies are quick to show support each Pride Month, just how many of their pride collections are actually providing assistance?
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Nike Is Betting Big on Women’s Sports: Here’s Why
With the Women’s World Cup serving as a springboard, the Swoosh is refocusing its approach and hoping it can change women’s sports across the board.
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Exploring the Rise of Gender Neutral Beauty Brands
Much of the beauty and grooming industry is cutting ties with marketing and branding to specific genders – we speak to insiders on its evolution.
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10 Queer/Non-Binary Artists to Know
These are the queer rappers you might not know yet – the ones who deserve a place on your favorite playlist through Pride Month and beyond.
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Fashion’s Future Isn’t Genderless Labels, It’s Genderless Shoppers
As the gender lines between menswear and womenswear continue to blur, fashion industry’s future isn’t in the hands of labels—it’s in the hands of consumers.
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Hood By Air’s Ian Isiah & More Discuss Gender & Fashion in ‘Fashioning Identity’
On this episode of ‘Fashioning Identity,’ insiders and today’s youth examine the relationship between what we wear and the politics of gender.
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Karamo Brown: The Life-Changing Magic of the ‘Queer Eye’ Star
Karamo Brown, the culture expert in “Queer Eye” is conquering the last frontier of masculinity: emotional vulnerability. And he’s doing it on his own terms.
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The Evolution of Gender Fluidity in Hip-Hop Style
Gender fluidity in fashion is all the rage at the moment, yet the trend has surprisingly deep roots in the aesthetics of hip-hop.
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Women’s Sneaker Designers Are Bringing All the Boys to the Yard
Sneaker stores used to be desolate places for women, but recent years have seen brands thinking outside the box and catering more towards the female market.
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The designers, artists, curators, and consumers that make up the Highsnobiety world encompass the full spectrum of identity, and it is paramount that this is reflected in the stories we tell.
With our 2019 initiative on representation, we’ll be highlighting how each facet of identity is shaping the practices and conversations occurring at every strata of our global community of independent-minded creatives.
Editorial Content
For Brands by People of Color, Clothing Is a Platform for Cultural Communication
We speak to brands such as BornXRaised, CLOT, and Patta to discuss how their platforms enable communication of their ideals.
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How 88rising Are Shattering Hip-Hop’s Glass Ceiling
88rising is trailblazing Asian representation in rap; we speak to Rich Brian, Niki, and label founder Sean Miyashiro on their incredible journey.
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10 Minority-Led Publications Leading an Industry Renaissance
Print media is alive and well in the hands of these 10 publications created by and people of color – get to know each of these essential mags here.
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Bobby Hundreds, Chris Gibbs, & More Discuss Race & Fashion on ‘Fashioning Identity’
On this episode of ‘Fashioning Identity,’ insiders discuss the relationship between the fashion industry, streetwear, and race.
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Beth Gibbs on Bridging the Gap of Women of Color & Streetwear
UNION Los Angeles creative director Beth Gibbs opens up on her journey in the industry and the problems that impede the success of women of color.
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Correcting Colorism: How Live Tinted Colors Between the Eyeliners
Functioning as an online community and a cutting-edge beauty brand, Live Tinted is leading the conversation on products for the South Asian experience.
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How to Tackle the Lack of Corporate Diversity in Streetwear
In light of corporate diversity scandals, entrepreneur and streetwear boutique owner James Whitner lays out a feasible means of combatting the problem.
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How Netflix Is Diversifying the Film Industry
More than any other entity in cinema history, Netflix has delivered on truly diversifying the film industry. But will they continue to do so?
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How the UK’s African Diaspora Came to Dominate the Country’s Music Scene
The cultural influence of UK music is reaching a peak not seen in decades, and much of it is due to the influence and work of the African diaspora.
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The designers, artists, curators, and consumers that make up the Highsnobiety world encompass the full spectrum of identity, and it is paramount that this is reflected in the stories we tell.
With our 2019 initiative on representation, we’ll be highlighting how each facet of identity is shaping the practices and conversations occurring at every strata of our global community of independent-minded creatives.
Editorial Content
Is Technology Finally Making Life More Adaptable for Musicians with Disabilities?
Advances in technology have made formerly impossible ideas come to life for disabled musicians, but are they truly accessible and meaningful?
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Bradley Carbone & More Speak on Disability and Fashion
On this episode of ‘Fashioning Identity,’ we investigate the relationship people with disabilities have with fashion and why they’re so invisible in the industry.
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How FFORA Empowers the Disabled Through Design
FFORA is a new label making design for all. Meet the brand garnering buzz for its high-quality, attractive, and inclusive line of accessories.
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6 Disability-Friendly Essentials: From Stone Island to Zegna
In this product diary from contributor Bradley Carbone, he recommends 6 essential products crafted for customers with physical impediments.
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The designers, artists, curators, and consumers that make up the Highsnobiety world encompass the full spectrum of identity, and it is paramount that this is reflected in the stories we tell.
With our 2019 initiative on representation, we’ll be highlighting how each facet of identity is shaping the practices and conversations occurring at every strata of our global community of independent-minded creatives.
Editorial Content
The Kickback Is the Toronto Sneaker Charity Redefining Nice Kicks
In this interview, we chat with the duo known as The Kickback, a charity organization making sneaker culture more accessible.
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How Do Fashion Interns Afford to Live?
Internships in fashion can be both vital and financially impossible – we spoke to several current fashion interns to find out how they manage it.
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Views From the Ends: London’s Inner-City Youth Speak on ‘Top Boy’s Influence
‘Top Boy’ is unique in its gritty, no-holds barred depiction of inner-city life in London. We spoke to several local residents to chat its influence.
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Noor Tagouri & More Discuss Intersectionality on ‘Fashioning Identity’
We reached out to five employees of the fashion industry to find out how they can balance their checkbooks with their lust for great garms.
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Kids in the Candy Store: How Fashion Professionals Afford to Work in the Industry
On this edition of ‘Fashioning Identity,’ we hosted a live panel at NeueHouse during NYFW with a special focus on intersectionality. Watch and listen here.
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