The Modist news and archive

Fashion in the news this week: Instabuzz, modesty and fallen angels

Every Friday, FashionUnited offers an overview of the most interesting reads about the fashion industry across US media outlets this week. Why is Fashion Nova all over our Instagram feeds? Los Angeles-based label Fashion Nova has risen to popularity thanks to viral posts on Instagram, where more than 14 million users follow the brand. With...

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The Modist receives USD 15 million investment from Vaultier7

Luxury modest fashion website has secured 15 million US dollars (approximately 11 million pounds) during a funding round led by Vaultier7, both companies informed in a statement. Founded in 2017 by Ghizlan Guenez and a team of Net-a-Porter veterans, The Modist sells 125 brands and its own private label, Layeur, offering shipping to over 100...

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The Modist launches online

A new destination for luxury modest fashion, The Modist has launched online to offer women who dress in a contemporary, fashionable yet modest manner high fashion options from designers including Christopher Kane and Mary Katrantzou. Founded by Ghizlan Guenez, the aim of the luxury online destination is to offer a high fashion platform for women...