Fashion plays a major role in young people’s lives, providing a way to express their identity. It’s particularly important for Gen Zers though, for whom style choices are determined by myriad factors. What’s moulding their approach to apparel, and how are they pushing fashion boundaries?

There are now more international applicants to British universities than ever, but just because they’re students, it doesn’t mean they don’t have a taste for the finer things in life. For luxury brands looking to build relationships with a generation that is yet to reach its full spending potential, there’s new members’ club, The Luxury Student.

Every beauty junkie strives to find that perfect lipstick, and getting a coveted Chanel shade for a fraction of the RRP feels like even more of an achievement. This mentality has given rise to dupe culture – but aside from the price, why would people settle for a knock-off instead of the real deal?

A global rise in veganism isn’t just impacting food producers and restaurants – the desire for animal-free products is also filtering into fashion. Sneaker brand Rombaut is combining high-end aesthetics with ethical activism, catering to people who want their purchases to reflect their values.