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In Defense of a Free Fashion Press

Fashion critics and journalists should be allowed to publish critical and substantial commentary on fashion shows without brands banning them from runway shows, says Colin McDowell, a member of the recently launched BoF 500.
Cathy Horyn and Suzy Menkes sitting front row | Source: theluxechronicles.com
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  • Colin McDowell

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