From Toni Morrison to James Baldwin, explore how five iconic writers used personal style to express their identities, challenge expectations, and tell stories before ever putting pen to paper.

From royal purple to power dressing in black, discover how color shapes fashion, influences perception, and tells the world who we are before we say a word.

Thrifting is more than a fashion choice—it’s a way to reduce waste, support more ethical consumption, and give clothing a second life. Explore how Indianapolis’s growing thrift scene is redefining personal style while reminding us that the most meaningful fashion choices consider both people and the planet.

Haven Nova Swim founder Mariah Parsons is reimagining swimwear with one versatile swimsuit designed to be worn 96 different ways. Inspired by her personal journey, she explores how adaptable design can empower women to embrace confidence, comfort, and choice while rethinking sustainability and the future of fashion.

Professional drag racer Jasmine Salinas is redefining what it means to be a woman in motorsports, embracing fashion as a powerful expression of femininity, individuality, and confidence without compromising her strength on the track.

Art is often described as a mirror, but for some artists, it functions as something more powerful. For Indianapolis-based photographer Jordan Connor Christie, the force of art lives in the act of embodiment. Through her work as Animal in a Dress, Jordan uses boudoir photography to help people step fully into themselves, reclaim their stories, and see their own beauty reflected in lasting images. Jordan did not set out to be a boudoir photographer. Her journey began with se

As a photographer documenting the intersection of culture and style, I've witnessed firsthand how Black culture has shaped the fashion landscape. The contributions are endless—from the artistic explosion of the Harlem Renaissance to the bold statements of the Black Power movement, Black creativity has been a driving force behind countless innovations in style and design.

Every day, we go to our closets and dressers and put together an outfit. Sometimes we’re putting together a professional look for work,...

Even as we age, grow, and mature, I believe that the youngest and most vulnerable parts of us always exist deep within. You can picture...

POV 8:00 p.m., the night before your first day at your new job: You’re standing in your closet staring at the rack of clothes and...

Let’s be honest, women are pretty incredible. With others and within ourselves, we build relationships that blossom and we tend to them, wat