People are craving comfort. Amid what can feel like a state of constant crisis – a layering of traumatic societal events – it can sometimes seem like we’ve lost a sense of scale and cohesion. In the face of this, the desire to retreat into nostalgia is more seductive than ever.

Lovingly dubbed ‘auntiecore’, fashion designers of colour are paying homage to the irreverent style of older generations. As decolonisation gains traction across sectors, there's an uptick in people moving away from Eurocentric design aesthetics by reclaiming their cultural heritage.

As a centuries-old symbol that has been used widely across politics and pop culture, the Union Jack has a complex history, sparking feelings of pride, guilt, and everything in between. With COVID-19 and Brexit shaking up national identity, what is the future for the ‘Cool Britannia’ brand?

How can apparel brands respond to shoppers’ shifting priorities? Why is digital fashion such a potent tool for self-expression? How is DE&I disrupting the fashion industry? In this part of the 2022 Expert Outlook, we speak to three experts about how values regarding style have changed forever.

Newly-created LA-based women’s football team, Angel City FC, is gaining popularity through its commitments to equity and community and its celebrity owners. By demonstrating allyship, the club is meeting fans' increasing demands for inclusivity, showing the value of putting principles before profit.