Corinne Day: The Anti-Fashion Photographer
Fashion photographer Corinne Day reflected the attitudes of the anti-fashion movement unlike any of her contemporaries.
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Riviere Fougy
Nov 22, 2023
ARCHIVE.pdf Team's 100 Fashion Moments
To celebrate reaching 100K followers on Instagram, the ARCHIVE.pdf Team has curated 100 of their favorite fashion moments.
Clark Reeve
Oct 27, 2023
In Conversation with Alexandre Plokhov: Bespoke Label, Color Black, Helmut Lang
Alexandre graciously accepted the invitation to join ARCHIVE.pdf in an exclusive interview.
Izzy Davis
Oct 16, 2023
Isaac Sellam: S/S24 Showroom and Brand Overview
To many, Sellam’s work represents the pinnacle of avant-garde design, with cerebral yet handcrafted garments defining the brand.
khan delin
Sep 25, 2023
Hysteric Glamour: Japan's Original Streetwear Brand
Explore some of the many important themes of the Hysteric Glamour brand, playfully juxtaposing ideas of war and peace.
Chris Ziebert
Dec 1, 2023
Corinne Day: The Anti-Fashion Photographer
Fashion photographer Corinne Day reflected the attitudes of the anti-fashion movement unlike any of her contemporaries.
khan delin
Sep 25, 2023
Hysteric Glamour: Japan's Original Streetwear Brand
Explore some of the many important themes of the Hysteric Glamour brand, playfully juxtaposing ideas of war and peace.
Nash Hill
Nov 16, 2022
Issey Miyake and the Legacy Left Behind
The Japanese designer passed away August 5th, leaving behind an immeasurably impactful body of work.
Sean Holley
Jun 29, 2022
From Dunks to Kiss Heels: The Mythology of Rick Owens
There’s not much to say about Rick Owens that hasn’t been said before. But let’s start with a refresher.
Cal D.
Apr 27, 2022
Maison Martin Margiela's First Show, Spring 1989: Deconstruction and Interpretation
Encoded within is not just the philosophical foundation for Martin, but the foundation for many designers of my generation and beyond.
Jake Van Parys
Apr 13, 2022
The Legend of Goros, Part 1: History and In-Person Experiences
Goro’s boldness goes against the grain and transcends what is possible for a genuine customer experience.
khan delin
Mar 24, 2022
Sk8thing: The Phantom of 90's Japanese Streetwear
For the past 30 years, Shinichiro Nakamura aka Sk8thing, has been the most cryptic yet dominating influence in Japanese streetwear.
Isaac L. Davis
Dec 22, 2021
Punk and High Fashion: A Case Study in Cultural Appropriation vs. Appreciation
In fashion, stealing or borrowing ideas, practices, and styles from other cultures is nothing new...
Cal D.
Dec 1, 2021
The Legacy of Kapital: The Philosophy & Cultural Depth Behind the Cult Japanese Brand
When looking at the unique world of Japanese fashion culture both past and present, it is almost impossible to overlook Kapital.
Art V.
Oct 20, 2021
Trailblazers of the East: How Japanese-Designed Sneakers Ended Up on the World Runway
Incorporating sneakers was a phenomenon never seen before on the fashion runway, especially in the West.
Isaac L. Davis
Oct 6, 2021
FUTURE ARCHIVE: Visvim and its Timeless Collections
It makes complete sense that Visvim will become coveted in the future and incorporated into archive style...
Cal D.
Sep 29, 2021
Collection Deep-Dive: Raf Simons SS2004 'May The Circle Be Unbroken'
Let's shift our focus to the Spring Summer 2004 collection, “May the Circle Be Unbroken”, a pivotal moment for the label.
Art V.
Sep 3, 2021
Chrome Hearts: A Closer Look into a Fashion Enigma
Chrome Hearts is slowly mastering the equilibrium between tasteful art creations for die-hard collectors and graphic merchandise.
ARCHIVE.pdf Staff
Aug 11, 2021
Fashion Meme Deep Dive, Part 1: Falling Down the Rabbit Hole of Degeneracy
Like memes, fashion memes are eerily difficult to explain to the outsider, as they require a level of sophistication, wits, and cunning...
Zachary
Jul 9, 2021
The Musical Composition of Clothing: Nirvana and Number (N)ine
Fashion and music are often tied to each other, with the latter being a catalyst for a myriad of collections within the realm of fashion.
Art V.
Jun 30, 2021
From Hard Bottoms to Vulcanized Rubber: The Long Odyssey of Footwear in Fashion
Footwear, especially sneakers, often ultimately define fashion collections and the legacy of a fashion house.
Khan Delin
Jun 4, 2021
Raf Simons Corpo: Revealing the Furniture that Came Before the Clothing (Part 2)
Max’s team and ARCHIVE.pdf have joined forces to provide you with an exclusive 2-part feature to delve into the world of Raf Simons Corpo.
Isaac L. Davis
May 7, 2021
Eras of Undercover: Deciphering the Past, Present, and Future of Jun Takahashi's Cult Brand
Undercover has been making waves for over a quarter of a century, achieving what many designers and brands could only dream of.
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