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Summer Trends 2020

At Archives we appreciate a comfy pair of sweatpants as much as the next person, however we are highly anticipating the upcoming months and coordinating summer outfits. We have been daydreaming and looking forward to the stunning colours and collections that will be on display all summer. The trends for this upcoming season are exceptionally exciting to us, they are bringing together an amalgamation of different looks that can cater to anyone’s personal taste, there is something for everyone and we appreciate the value of unique individual style. We have selected our favourite colours and trends that we believe will...

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ARCHIVES in WWD: "Sparkling Through Screens - Virtual Party Attire During Lockdown"

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ARCHIVES in WWD: "Sparkling Through Screens - Virtual Party Attire During Lockdown"

FASHION / FASHION FEATURES. While fans of Billy Porter gleefully meet his quarantine fashion challenge with flash and humor, should others care to dress up for virtual events? Is there even a need for sparkle in wardrobes now? Those are but two — admittedly minor — of the many questions during the new quarantined reality, which has seen loungewear accepted as the new work uniform, and the rise of virtual gatherings on Zoom, Houseparty and IG Live. Celebrities, entertainers and brands alike have sought to connect with customers and fans through virtual gatherings on these channels amid canceled events worldwide. 

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March Birthstone

March Birthstone

The month of March is when we can spot the first signs of spring starting to show, a representation of a new season and beginnings. Spring is the time for cleansing and to refresh yourself after the long winter months. We are feeling fresh and invigorated with aquamarine for the upcoming year! Aquamarine is the stone of March, with its direct and implied relation to water, aquamarine is a gentle stone of tranquility and flowing energy.  The word aquamarine is the Latin words for “water” and “of the sea”, it has an ancient and long-standing history relating to the purification...

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Paris Fashion Week

Paris Fashion Week

The Archives guide for all things accessories - Fall/Winter 2020 Paris Fashion Week  Our buyers at Archives have been hard at work discovering some of the latest designs and designers to add to our curated selection and bring to you for 2020. We are looking forward to showcasing the fresh collections for Fall/Winter from our beloved designers that are already in store, as well as adding some new designers to the roster. For Fall/Winter we are seeing that minimalism has moved on to make way for bigger, better designs with more to love. There is an increase in decorative and...

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February Birthstone - Amethyst

February Birthstone - Amethyst

February may be the shortest month of the year but the colours associated with it are memorable and long lasting. The birthstone for February is the beautiful Amethyst; known for its deep violet hue.  The Amethyst is a part of the Quartz family. Although typically known to be a dark purple, Amethysts can also be as light as a pale lilac, making them versatile for a variety of different everyday looks. Whether it’s dark purple paired with gold or lilac paired with silver, the possibilities are truly endless with this gem.  Ancient Greeks believed that the Amethyst helped the wearer...

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