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STREET COUTURE
1982 was the year I discovered Scott Joplin, at the chagrin of my piano teacher who preferred Bach. Lines of demarcation were drawn. These lines also affected fashion designer Willi Smith. Luckily, his life was boundary-breaking. Smith’s influence on streetwear and commitment to democratizing fashion are emphasized, along with his advocacy for Black and queer…
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Love + D.A.I.S.Y.
In the late 1980s, the preppy style symbolized social mobility and was targeted by retailers like Brooks Brothers. However, Merona Sport subverted this norm with expanded color ranges and innovative designs, appealing to those seeking to challenge the status quo. Meanwhile, youth movements like the Second Summer of Love and the Native Tongues collective in…
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Velvet Aspirations
As a child, I wanted to be a dancer on Soul Train. Examining the iconic TV show’s dancers and their style, I look at dance as liberation and aspiration. Correlating Oliver Toscani’s controversial advertising campaigns for United Colors of Benetton with the societal and political climate of the early 1991.
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flowers
The 1980s saw the rise of Benetton as a global force challenging traditional gender norms. Through vibrant, unisex collections, it underscored the gender-bending aesthetic visible in popular culture. However, societal attitudes lagged behind, with LGBTQIA+ individuals facing discrimination. The enduring struggle for acceptance remains relevant today.
About us
The Last Boudoir in Angier is a year-long experiment of only buying vintage and repurposed clothes as a means to explore nostalgia, culture, and style. Each post addresses the material, sounds, and politics found in a simple article of clothing.
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