In the contemporary digital age, knowledge is no longer simply a shared public good – it has become a commodified asset, repackaged, monetised, and relentlessly circulated by a new class of cultural actors: influencers. Once confined to the fringes of media, these figures now dominate our feeds, shaping public discourse and occupying positions once held … Continue reading The Knowledge Economy and the Commodification of Influence
As the world grapples with climate collapse, political fragmentation, and a collective sense of exhaustion from trends and fast-changing consumption cycles, fashion is responding to the anxiety. Instead of louder statements, there is a soft rebellion in the form of flowy silhouettes and an embrace of femininity. At Paris Fashion Week, this shift was palpable. … Continue reading Chloé and Isabel Marant can sense our stress, and they are here to help
Whilst Vogue is no stranger to controversies and critiques, it was always a trailblazer for paving the way of fashion and highlighting the trends of the moment, and its influence can’t be denied. Yet, in 2008, The New York Times posed the question: “What’s Wrong with Vogue?” Despite boasting some of the world’s best editors, … Continue reading Vogue is creative and fun!… In Portugal
A world where art must be scroll-stopping to be seen The digital age, governed by trends, algorithms, and a relentless drive for engagement, pulls us towards the curated, the clickable, and the crowd approved. With an ever-shifting carousel of trends spinning through our feeds – from “clean girl” minimalism to chaotic grunge revival – it … Continue reading Aestheticism vs. Authenticity: Berlioz
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