Buy Less, Buy Better: A Full Guide to a Sustainable Wardrobe

COS model wearing off-shite suit and turtleneck paired with black bag and belt, stylish according to the Quiet Luxury trend

You’ve probably caught the drift by now: the future of fashion is all about sustainability. And guess what? We’re here to spill the tea on how to “Buy Less, Buy Better” and still slay the style game. Sounds like a tall order? The vibe we’re going for? Shop smarter, not harder. Keep scrolling, and we’ll … Read more

Are You Old Money or New Money? The Quiz! 

vintage photo with two guys smoking cigars and showing they are rich

For the readers of Notorious Mag, think of Old Money as the impeccably aged bottle of Bordeaux wine, tucked away in the cellars of a stately manor, exuding a refined aura of time-honoured elegance. They’re the kind who’d take afternoon tea as seriously as a board meeting, where a “summer home” usually means a centuries-old … Read more

Gucci or Guccy – How to Know if Your Bag is Real or Fake 

How to know if it's a real or fake Gucci bag?

At Notorious Mag, we’ve noticed the vintage and secondhand market isn’t just booming—it’s positively thriving! Consumers are now all about that ‘pre-loved’ life, firmly believing it’s the ultimate sustainable flex. And let’s get real: with the economy doing a rollercoaster ride and inflation playing peek-a-boo, platforms like Vestiaire Collective and The Real Real are becoming … Read more

Deinfluencing: The Social Media Backlash Against Materialism

influencer talking to a iPhone camera doing a deinfluencer content

As we dive into the digital age, our ways of connecting, communicating, and consuming have fundamentally changed. For better or worse, we’ve traded department stores for online shopping carts, and now, it seems, we’re trading influencers for “deinfluencers”. A new social media trend that’s rapidly gaining momentum, deinfluencing has turned the conventional ideals of consumerism … Read more

The prettiest beach bags that I want to wear everywhere.

model in bikini is holding a Loro Piana, one of the prettiest beach bags of 2022

Wave goodbye to the days when we’d hit the beach with inexpensive straw bags, only to have them soggy and stuffed with sand. For a handful of summers now, luxe brands have been plunging headfirst into the straw bag game. Celine, Jacquemus, Chloé, and Loro Piana are just a snapshot of the labels that are … Read more

As Seen at Dior and Co, Pearls Are Trendier Than Ever

Simone Rocha look for AW 2020/2021 with pearls

Pearls, the exquisite gems from the depths of the sea, are never truly out of style, but currently, they are more fashionable than ever! And based on what we witnessed at the Dior Fall 2023 show in Mumbai, the pearl trend is showing no signs of waning. Can Tradition Be Contemporary? While some may consider … Read more

Mesh Flat: The Perfect Shoe for Hot Summer Days

A model sitting in a chair wearing a transparent mary jane pair of shoes

Summer is the most eagerly anticipated time of the year. However, as the temperatures soar, we often find ourselves complaining about the scorching heat. Staying cool and polished under 35°C is a challenge for everyone, from fashionistas to exhausted housewives. Notorious has got you covered with essential tips on what to wear during the peak … Read more

City Heat Style: Key Pieces for High Summer

collage with the Key Pieces for High Summer in the city

As we’ve been eagerly waiting, the scorching summer has finally arrived. Suddenly, we’re dealing with a blazing 35 degrees! What should we wear to beat the heat? Keep reading because we’re about to spill the tea on the must-have items handpicked by the fashion editors at Notorious for the summer of 2023. Buckle up and … Read more

How To Wear Bermuda Shorts – All body types and ages

model wearing a bermuda short from Ralph Lauren SS23

Since last summer, Bermuda shorts have been making their way into the hearts of fashionistas as the ultimate cool alternative to summer skirts. Let’s face it, ladies, these shorts are all the rage! In the summer of 2022, Marion Cotillard stunned everyone on the red carpet at the Cannes Festival, rocking a fabulous mini short … Read more

The Spring Jacket you want according to TikTok

Collage with the viral spring jacket from Mango on TikTok

Even though the temperature is rising, the perfect spring capsule wardrobe has a cardigan and a jacket. Remember that the days can still get chilly and so can the nights. That’s why we searched TikTok to find out what the favourite spring jacket of digital fashionistas is. Et voilà, here’s the most desired outwear of … Read more

The bra looks in the Psyco movie are hotter than ever 

Janet Leigh wearing a bra in the promotional poster for the release of Hitchcock's movie Psycho.

In 1960 the Hitchcock movie Psycho was released with a promotional poster that showed Janet Leigh in her bra. The daring image caused quite a scandal at the time. Fast-forward to nowadays and the Janet Leight bra looks have become the star of runway shows. Let’s have a look at the history and how to … Read more

#NotoriousOnTour: These are the bags Parisian girls are carrying 

Parisian wearing the Chanel bag trend.

As you already know, Notorious is on tour and is currently in France. While strolling in Paris and checking the street style trends, our sharp-eyed editor-in-chief spotted three bags that fashion-savvy Parisian women are carrying right now. Fashion Weeks brought us some fabulous bag trends for spring/summer, but Parisian girls have elected classic totes from … Read more

Everybody is talking about the Big Red Boot. What’s all the fuss?

collage with a vintage image showing recording tapes and a model wearing the big red boots

If you’re tired of seeing monster boots and Crocs-inspired shoes, it’s time to close your browser, because this article contains images that might make you drool. For the past week, the internet has been buzzing about the Big Red Boot that went viral on the streets of NYFW. The Astro Boy’s iconic red boots have … Read more

5 Looks we’ll want to wear this Spring

fashionista at Copenhagen Fashion Week wearing a white shirt with a oversized collar and sunglasses

Although we are still covered with puffer jackets, we’re thinking about what we’re going to wear next season. We already talked about the Spring/Summer 2023 trends that emerged from the most relevant Fashion Weeks, but what are the street style looks we’ll want to wear this spring? According to our favourite Instagrammers, here are the … Read more

New in: I’ve checked the best shops and spotted 5 new trends 

street style photo showing influencer wearing a lime green pullover and a black mini skirt paired with a dad sneaker

As much as I might like surprises, I’d rather be prepared when it comes to new seasons’ fashion trends. So, if you are a bit like me, you’ll be happy to know I’ve scoured the best new-in pieces and spotted 5 fashion trends coming for Spring 2023. Based on the highlights of New York fashion … Read more

Meet the new trend on TikTok: Wednesday Addams

Actress Jenna Ortega as Wednesday Addams-Netflix

The Netflix series “Wednesday” has been causing quite a stir on social media, particularly on TikTok, and it’s no wonder why. Based on the classic “Addams Family” franchise, the show follows the misadventures of Wednesday Addams, played by the talented 20-year-old actress Jenna Ortega.Ortega, who rose to fame with her role as Young Jane on … Read more

Be The First To Own The Bubble Hem Trend In The Cocktail Season

model wearing a bubble hem dress from Carolina Herrera Pre Fall 2022

During the high cocktail season, there is always something new to look forward to, and the trend that everyone is talking about is called the Bubble Hem. Although it has been spotted here and there on the runway SS23 or on a couture red carpet gown, it hasn’t seemed like a regular flow — until … Read more

#MyNewFavourite – brown corduroy for winter

fashionista wearing a jacket and a hat in brown corduroy during fashion week

Do you love brown corduroy? If so, you’re in good company! Corduroy pants and jackets have been around for generations and are still a popular option for both men and women. Though its popularity has ebbed and flowed over the years, corduroy is once again becoming a popular fabric choice for clothing. The repetition of … Read more

Yippee! It’s time for new pullovers

Selected Femme model show the new pullovers for AW 22-23 on a beach with foggy weather

Winter lovers, rejoice; it’s time for new pullovers. And we show you the eight most relevant models to shake up your wardrobe. Who doesn’t love cosy and cuddly knitwear? Cashmere pullovers, cable knits, ribbed turtle necks, cutie cardigans; so many options, so little space left in the closet. To narrow your wish list, we pinpointed … Read more

#WinterFix – The most beautiful winter coats

This year should you invest your hard-earned money in a winter coat? Notorious has checked the most important weather forecasts to discover what Old Man Winter will bring to Europe this upcoming season. In summary, the La niña stream, responsible for low temperatures and storms, will be active for the third year in a row. … Read more

#FashionLover- All about the heritage trend and brands

Louis Vuitton AW 22-23 photographed by Davis Sims shows model in a forest wearing a trenchcoat, gold dress and a monogramed bag

In this article we’ll explore all about the heritage trend in fashion and why it is relevant for you. Heritage But what is heritage?  Heritage trend in fashion Do I need a lot of money to dress in the Heritage trend? Here are some inspirations to get the Heritage look Heritage These past few days, … Read more

Princess Diana’s Inspiring ’90s looks

Princess Diana smiling in the '90s.

Although known to be shy, the late Princess of Wales, who died on August 31st 1997, was not afraid to dare and try new styles when it came to fashion. She was a trendsetter ahead of her time. This is why almost three decades later, her style is still current and we would definitely wear … Read more

Miuccia’s friends at Miu Miu Tennis Club in St Tropez

the who is who at Miu Miu tennis club in St Topez

In the middle of this summer with frightening temperatures, Miu Miu invited a list of friends for the inauguration of the Miu Miu Tennis Club in St. Tropez. Obviously, it’s a fake tennis club, but the location was the setting for the presentation of the Autumn/Winter 22-23 collection. Miuccia’s friends were welcomed on a retro-style … Read more