Marcus Chen
Columnist, Style Guides
As a style guides columnist for Style and Beauty News, Marcus Chen writes 'The Practical Stylist' to help readers build functional, sustainable, and personal wardrobes. His coverage focuses on capsule wardrobes, sustainable and ethical fashion, and body-positive styling guides that demystify everyday fashion. By prioritizing conscious consumption and wardrobe organization, his articles offer actionable advice on vintage shopping, men's and androgynous style, and mastering wardrobe essentials. Through his column, Marcus empowers readers to express their individuality and navigate personal style with practical, inclusive guidance.
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Top 6 Best Online Jewelry Stores for 2026
Missoma's signature Knot pieces have sold over 24,000 units and sold out ten times, signaling a major consumer shift toward accessible, stylish online jewelry, reports Cosmopolitan .
Aug 9, 2026 · 4 min read
Project Runway's 2026 ethical fashion challenge could reshape the industry.
Project Runway, a bastion of high fashion, is dedicating an entire design challenge to cruelty-free, sustainable, and animal-free materials, partnering with Humane World for Animals.
Jul 18, 2026 · 3 min read
What Is GOTS Certification and Why Does It Matter for Sustainable Wardrobes?
Despite a surge in "eco-friendly" fashion labels, a garment must contain at least 70% organic fibers to even qualify for the Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS) certification, revealing a vast gap
Jul 12, 2026 · 2 min read
7 Key Denim Street Style Trends from Paris Men's Fashion Week
At Paris Men's Fashion Week, over 60% of street style looks featured at least one denim item, often paired with tailored blazers and luxury accessories.
Jul 10, 2026 · 5 min read
How to Build a Versatile Capsule Wardrobe for All Seasons
Imagine reclaiming hours each month previously spent agonizing over what to wear, all while saving money and reducing your environmental footprint.
Jul 9, 2026 · 3 min read
Top 5 Scandinavian Summer Style Trends for 2026
This summer, Copenhagen Fashion Week saw models strutting in neon green linen suits and oversized floral prints, a stark departure from the muted beige and black often associated with Scandinavian des
Jul 7, 2026 · 5 min read
What is the Sustainable Fashion Lifecycle and Why Does it Matter?
A single t-shirt, an everyday item, carries a median carbon footprint of 3.
Jul 4, 2026 · 3 min read
5 Ways to Style Sheer Dresses for 2026
One month after welcoming her first baby, Latto confidently showcased her figure in a sheer dress at the 2026 BET Awards, proving the 'naked dress' trend is for every body and every occasion.
Jul 3, 2026 · 3 min read
Top 5 2026 Sunglasses Trends for Every Face Shape
In 2025, 60% of consumers regretted a sunglasses purchase made purely on trend, finding the style unflattering within months, according to the Eyewear Trends Report 2025 .
Jun 29, 2026 · 6 min read
Top Fashion Deals for Your Wardrobe Essentials on Prime Day 2026
This Prime Day, a Tory Burch Mini Miller Soft Crossbody is 47% off, proving that genuine luxury fashion deals can be found amidst the usual flood of discounts.
Jun 24, 2026 · 5 min read
Students tackle fast fashion costs with craftivism, fighting waste.
At the Rochester Institute of Technology, a class called “Global Craftivism, Gender and Handwork” teaches students to mend their clothes.
Jun 21, 2026 · 2 min read
Algorithms Drown Personal Style by 2026. Here's How.
Your 'personal taste' in fashion is likely an automated, commodified version of what algorithms want you to see, according to The Guardian .
Jun 20, 2026 · 2 min read
Top 7 Luxury Summer Accessories for a Rich Aesthetic
Forget the plastic beach staple: flip-flops for Summer 2026 are being redesigned with premium leather, sharp square-toe silhouettes, and even kitten heels, ushering in an era of understated luxury.
Jun 18, 2026 · 4 min read
KidSuper Presents Spring 2027 Collection in Miami During World Cup
KidSuper is ditching Paris Fashion Week.
Jun 12, 2026 · 2 min read
Anunoby to Debut Skechers NBA Finals Sneakers Resembling Timberland Boots
During Game 3 of the 2026 NBA Finals on Monday, June 8, OG Anunoby will debut a special-edition Skechers basketball shoe named 'Foreman' that strikingly resembles a Timberland boot, according to House
Jun 7, 2026 · 2 min read
Nike Debuts Mind 001, Teases Flyknit Runner for 2027
Nike has just revealed a completely new Flyknit Runner, set to launch in Spring 2027, with an anticipated retail price of just $100, according to WWD .
Jun 7, 2026 · 2 min read
What is the environmental and social impact of fast fashion?
Every year, the global fashion industry consumes 79 trillion liters of water and generates 92 million tonnes of waste, contributing up to 10% of global emissions.
Jun 5, 2026 · 5 min read
LoveShackFancy Opens First Tampa Bay Boutique at Hyde Park Village
Shoppers in Tampa Bay will soon step into a 1,040-square-foot 'romantic, residential-inspired' haven.
Jun 5, 2026 · 2 min read
How to Style a Pleated Skirt for a Defined Waistline
Despite their flowing elegance, the secret to making a pleated skirt look intentional isn't about elaborate pairings, but a single, crucial detail: a defined waistline.
Jun 4, 2026 · 5 min read
10 Summer Travel Fashion Essentials for Effortless Style
Espadrille sandals, a quintessential item for European summer style, are currently priced at just $29.
Jun 3, 2026 · 6 min read