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Corinne Day: The Anti-Fashion Photographer

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.

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.

In Conversation with Alexandre Plokhov: Bespoke Label, Color Black, Helmut Lang

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

Deep Dive

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

Fashion Editorial

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

Deep Dive

Issey Miyake and the Legacy Left Behind

The Japanese designer passed away August 5th, leaving behind an immeasurably impactful body of work.

From Dunks to Kiss Heels: The Mythology of Rick Owens

Sean Holley

Jun 29, 2022

Deep Dive

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.

Maison Martin Margiela's First Show, Spring 1989: Deconstruction and Interpretation

Cal D.

Apr 27, 2022

Deep Dive

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.

The Legend of Goros, Part 1: History and In-Person Experiences

Jake Van Parys

Apr 13, 2022

Deep Dive

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.

Sk8thing: The Phantom of 90's Japanese Streetwear

khan delin

Mar 24, 2022

Deep Dive

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.

Punk and High Fashion: A Case Study in Cultural Appropriation vs. Appreciation

Isaac L. Davis

Dec 22, 2021

Deep Dive

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

Deep Dive

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.

Trailblazers of the East: How Japanese-Designed Sneakers Ended Up on the World Runway

Art V.

Oct 20, 2021

Deep Dive

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.

FUTURE ARCHIVE: Visvim and its Timeless Collections

Isaac L. Davis

Oct 6, 2021

Deep Dive

FUTURE ARCHIVE: Visvim and its Timeless Collections

It makes complete sense that Visvim will become coveted in the future and incorporated into archive style...

Collection Deep-Dive: Raf Simons SS2004 'May The Circle Be Unbroken'

Cal D.

Sep 29, 2021

Deep Dive

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.

Chrome Hearts: A Closer Look into a Fashion Enigma

Art V.

Sep 3, 2021

Deep Dive

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.

Fashion Meme Deep Dive, Part 1: Falling Down the Rabbit Hole of Degeneracy

ARCHIVE.pdf Staff

Aug 11, 2021

Deep Dive

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...

The Musical Composition of Clothing: Nirvana and Number (N)ine

Zachary

Jul 9, 2021

Deep Dive

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.

From Hard Bottoms to Vulcanized Rubber: The Long Odyssey of Footwear in Fashion

Art V.

Jun 30, 2021

Deep Dive

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.

Raf Simons Corpo: Revealing the Furniture that Came Before the Clothing (Part 2)

Khan Delin

Jun 4, 2021

Feature

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

Deep Dive

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.