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Toogood: Crafting A New Uniform for Every Professional Fantasy

July 3, 2023 in Fashion & Style by Charlotte Sinclair

The brand name "Toogood" is also the surname of its creators, sisters Erica and Faye Toogood. Today, it's a multidisciplinary studio where furniture, ceramics, and clothing are created. "We wanted to sculpt a new uniform for the professional you imagine yourself to be," says Erica. The influence of work uniforms is indeed evident in the collection: jacket or pants models are named after professions like skipper, bookbinder, packer, baker, fisherman... But despite their utilitarian nature, they are also quite beautiful everyday items with no gender attachment. Looking at them, I wouldn't mind trying on several professions for myself.

The Timeless Duffle Coat: From Naval Uniform to Fashion Mainstay

July 13, 2023 in Fashion & Style by Charlotte Sinclair

The duffle coat, originally part of the uniform for British seamen, has now become a fashion staple worldwide, transcending time and crossing borders.

Delta Air Lines Reveals New Uniform Prototype by Gap Inc.

March 21, 2024 in Fashion & Style by Charlotte Sinclair

Delta Air Lines, one of the largest airlines in the USA and globally, has unveiled a photo of the prototype for its new uniform, developed by Gap Inc. The news is particularly noteworthy for two reasons: firstly, Delta has decided to return to its traditional colors of navy blue and burgundy, a shift from the previous purple uniforms designed by Zac Posen. Secondly, the fabrics used for the new clothing line are certified with OEKO-TEX STANDARD 100, ensuring they are free from harmful and toxic substances. This move comes after Delta faced lawsuits claiming that Posen’s uniforms caused allergies.