Tastemakers: Women in fashion
In 1774, a young Viennese aristocrat by the name of Marie Antoinette became queen consort of France. A foreigner trying to cope with her new role, she embraced French fashions to show appreciation for her new country. She wore ostentatious gowns with long trains,... read more
John Galliano's debut at Maison Margiela: an analysis
This collection would be lambasted were it not associated with the resurrection of John Galliano. But first let’s look at the Maison Margiela signatures that Galliano has mercifully retained: The mix of high and low culture denim hot pants, leopard and zebra prints,... read more
Chanel's new film is proof that Karl Lagerfeld should stick to fashion
The brand Chanel is synonymous with elegance and class. The new short film by the house's creative director Karl Lagerfeld is anything but. The film Reincarnation premiered at Chanel’s Métiers d'Art 2014/15 Paris-Salzburg show last Tuesday. It stars model du jour Cara... read more
Haute Couture Ateliers: High fashion behind the scenes
If you’re anything like me, haute couture fashion weeks in Paris are for swooning over exquisitely decorated gowns. Appliqués, beading, embroideries and lace, oh my! The precision, the techniques and the flawless beauty of it all make you reconsider the notion that... read more
Empress Sisi's forgotten clothes
A new exhibition explores how Empress Elisabeth of Austria’s tragic and intriguing life reflected in her wardrobe.
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Welcome to Dressful, a blog about culture, arts and society through the lens of fashion. I'm Eva Domijan, a London-based fashion writer and editor. I have an MA in fashion journalism from London College of Fashion and a love for niche perfumes.