With summer in full swing, pool days and beach vacations can become your very own fashion show. Swimwear is a vital part of one’s wardrobe during the  warmer months. Big name brands such as Frankie’s Bikinis and Monday Swimwear surprise consumers each and every summer with striking new prints, patterns, and fabrics. The history of swimwear is a long and interesting one. From bathing costumes to bikinis, it is easy to be left wondering: how did swimwear get to be what it is today? 

London is a melting pot of culture, cuisine, history, and fashion. As I hopped off the plane in May, I noticed summers in England are a bit different from Mississippi. Thereis a lovely chill in the mornings and it begins warming up in the evenings. The sun does not set until 10 p.m. and everything is pleasantly green. How does one dress for such a climate? The best answer is a simple one: it depends.

In the heat of summer, style is often an afterthought. The functionality and comfort of our summer clothing choices allow us to run across picturesque landscapes, swim in various bodies of water, and venture across countless city blocks. For those traveling this summer, proper attire has never been more important. American cities across the country are facing temperatures in the triple digits. Globally, popular tourist destinations are experiencing unprecedented heat waves. Read more below about Square’s picks to beat the heat.

Despite fashion being controlled by the cycle of trends more than ever, many people have been moving toward implementing simplicity into their wardrobes. Capsule wardrobes consist of staple items, traditionally in neutral colors, and can be reworn and layered to create a variety of outfits with just a few pieces.

Even though the white-on-white outfit formula is a quick fix for creating a polished look, it presents endless opportunities for interpretation. When you are dressing for yourself and prioritizing your personal style over sticking to the tennis court rule of “summer whites,” an all-white look can never be boring.

Piccioli has created a collection that embodies glamour and excitement while simultaneously keeping each look ethereal and dreamy. However, the heart that was put into this show is what truly shines.

Kenzo’s Spring 2023 Menswear collection is made up of 60 looks ranging from Harajuku-inspired sailor looks to oversized trouser and blazer sets that have been taking the streetwear world by storm. With Nigo’s witty use of wacky patterns and colors, there is no denying that his sophomore collection pays homage to the brand’s founder while also fitting perfectly into the spring season.

Square’s Creative Planner Kaitlyn Steinroeder reports on what the next generation is wearing in France after spending time abroad attending the Cannes Film Festival.

Composed of thirty looks, Proenza Schouler’s new resort collection of unique evening wear and workwear-inspired pieces included velvet, sequins, and knitwear.

The duality of eccentricity and ease in each piece is the collection’s most striking quality. Need a new look for a summer wedding? Or maybe something to wear on a quick trip to the grocery store? Look no further than The Attico.

The city of Milan is the heart of the Italian fashion and luxury world. Though the recent health crisis resulted in a disappointing bout of tourism restrictions and canceled fashion shows, it is safe to say that the past few seasons were only the calm before the storm. This summer, with tourism at its peak, Milan fashion is back with a vengeance. This is what they are wearing in the fashion capital of the world.

Red carpet looks from this year’s Met Gala and Cannes Film Festival have been dominating fashion headlines, and this year’s most talked about fashion star is somewhat surprising. Anne Hathaway has been a prominent name in film for two decades now, and the actress is proving that she is nowhere near finished turning heads through her elegant looks on red carpets the past few weeks. Hathaway may not be the first name to come to mind when you think “fashion icon,” but maybe she should be. We’re taking a look back at all of the star’s best looks over the years, from her time as the Princess of Genovia to today.

A cult-favorite amongst Missippians and Ole Miss students from across the country, Marla Aaron’s tactical fine jewelry line can easily be found while out and about in Oxford. Available at Cicada on the Oxford Square, Aaron has built a significant customer base in the Velvet Ditch. In an interview with Marla Aaron, Square Magazine gets all of the details on the DNA of this beloved jewelry line.

The warm summer weather sets the stage for the “Tennis Girl Look” to take its turn in the spotlight next. These pieces will help you achieve this preppy and classic look.

As summer approaches and warmth seeps into all areas of life, the runways are aglow with bright pigments. A radically different approach for the Valentino Fall 2022 Ready-to-Wear collection shrunk the color wheel into one hue. The show was orchestrated by Valentino’s creative director Pierpaolo Piccioli and consisted only of shades of black and a bright, nearly fuschia pink. The hot pink color is set to become a Pantone shade known as “Pink PP.” It will join “Valentino Red” in the elements we associate with the Italian fashion house.

Creative director Virginie Viard takes Chanel to new speeds with the latest resort collection. Inspired by and set in Monaco, the collection embraces fire engine red as a key hue. The unusual color choice alongside the house’s traditional black and white pairing created a complete line of garments worth coveting.

The fashion event of the year has finally returned to its normal date: the first Monday in May. This year, the gala continued its celebration of American fashion with “In America: Anthology of Fashion''. Vogue identified this year's dress code as “Gilded Glamour”. Once again, the Square Magazine directors watched in anticipation to find the best looks from this star-studded night.

Last night marked the first Monday of May, meaning the biggest night in fashion has come and gone. Knock the dust off of your high school history book, because the theme for this year’s eagerly awaited Met Gala is “Gilded Glamour”. The theme of the institute’s collection refers to the Gilded Age in United States history, specifically focusing on the years 1880-1900.

Now that the 2022 Met Gala is behind us, we have been able to take a breath just long enough to notice that some of our favorite gala-goers did not attend last night’s event. Frequenters of the historic Met steps like Rihanna and Sienna Miller were among many whose personal interpretations of the theme were missed.

The 2022 Metropolitan Museum of Art Costume Institute Gala is here. This year’s theme, “Gilded Glamour”, is one that memorializes the gilded age of American history through fashion. Blake Lively, a co-chair of this year’s event, wore a Versace gown that transformed from copper to blue just as the metal does due to oxidation through a process known as patina.