A guide to buying and maintaining a leather handbag

A guide to buying and maintaining a leather handbag How to Invest in a good quality leather handbag Leather handbags are a timeless and stylish accessory that can add a touch of sophistication to any outfit. However, with so many options available on the market, it can be difficult to know which handbag is the […]

The Return of the Hooded Gown

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The Return of the Hooded Gown If you follow celebrity and fashion news, chances are you have seen the showstopping trend of the SS23 show season  – the Hooded Gown.  Fashion enthusiasts would argue that The Hooded Gown first made its appearance on the runway with Bella Hadid in 2016 at the DKNY show. However, […]

A Silversmiths Journey: Podcast

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A Silversmiths Journey As a creative, sometimes the path that lies ahead is full of possibilities and potential, particularly when your skills and experience span multiple industries. The art you create is an embodiment of this path, creating a journey filled with experimentation, adventure, hope, inclusion and joy. In this episode, we talk to Benjamin […]

A Silversmiths Journey: Journal

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A Silversmiths Journey As a creative, sometimes the path that lies ahead is full of possibilities and potential, particularly when your skills and experience span multiple industries. The art you create is an embodiment of this path, creating a journey filled with experimentation, adventure, hope, inclusion and joy. In this episode, we talk to Benjamin […]

What are Core Style Aesthetics?

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What are Core Style Aesthetics? Core style aesthetics are a set of design principles that are considered fundamental and enduring. These principles are often used as the basis for creating aesthetically pleasing designs in various fields, such as fashion, architecture, and visual arts. In general, core style aesthetics are focused on creating designs that are […]

What is Golfcore?

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What is Golfcore? The golfcore aesthetic is a fashion trend that has gained popularity in recent years, particularly among young people. At its core, the golfcore aesthetic is a blend of traditional golf fashion and streetwear, resulting in a unique and stylish look that has caught the attention of fashion-conscious individuals. In a way, it […]

The complexity of calculating the emissions generated by a t-shirt

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The complexity of calculating the emissions generated by buying and wearing a T-shirt It can be challenging to calculate the emissions generated by wearing a t-shirt, as it would depend on a variety of factors such as the materials used to make the t-shirt, the methods used to produce it, and the transportation and disposal […]

What is a goldsmith and how do you become one?

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What is a goldsmith? A goldsmith is a skilled artisan who specializes in working with gold and other precious metals. They use a variety of techniques to create jewellery, decorative objects, and other items from gold and other precious metals. Goldsmiths often work with other artisans such as gemologists and engravers to create intricate and […]

Why is gold used in jewellery?

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Why is gold used in jewellery? Gold has never just been a piece of expensive jewellery. Gold is often considered an investment, and it usually has emotional value as well, since it’s not frequently that someone buys jewellery made of gold. The fact that precious metals like gold are so easily recyclable is a huge […]

Concept of Circularity in the Textile and Clothing supply chain

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Concept of Circularity in the Textile and Clothing supply chain A supply chain is a network of operations and facilities that obtain raw materials, process them into intermediate items, and finally into finished products before delivering them to clients via a distribution system. The textile industry has a vast supply chain that is complicated and […]