I had the pleasure of joining Feeling Fashion, a podcast that delves into the social and emotional impacts of fashion, unravelling the complex and often invisible elements at play when we wear clothes. Hosted by Dr Adele Varcoe, each episode explores the intricate tapestry of feelings woven into the fabric of our everyday lives. In this episode, we discussed:
The Westminster Menswear Archive – how it challenges traditional fashion hierarchies by integrating workwear, uniforms, and designer garments to make menswear visible.
Menswear’s Invisibility in Fashion – why it’s often overlooked and the societal norms keeping men disengaged from fashion.
Class Representation – the neglected narratives of working-class fashion and the commodification of labour in pre-worn or distressed garments.
Garments as Subversion – how socks, ties, and uniforms become subtle tools of individuality.
Breaking Fashion’s Hierarchies – why we need to reassess how value is assigned to garments in the fashion system.
