Julian Mercer

Julian Mercer

Senior Fashion Correspondent

I'm Julian Mercer, a senior fashion correspondent covering sustainable textiles, circular manufacturing, and brand accountability. I write about how designers, mills, and retailers turn climate promises into measurable sourcing decisions for everyday shoppers.

Articles by Julian Mercer

24 articles published

Global Gold Jewelry Market: Trends, Cultural Designs, and Market Analysis
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Global Gold Jewelry Market: Trends, Cultural Designs, and Market Analysis

Global Gold Jewelry Market: Trends, Cultural Designs, and Market Analysis The global gold jewelry market represents one of the most enduring segments...

Sep 9, 2026
10 min read
Brands That Are Not Fast Fashion: A Practical Guide to Shopping Better
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Brands That Are Not Fast Fashion: A Practical Guide to Shopping Better

Brands That Are Not Fast Fashion: A Practical Guide to Shopping Better You've probably heard the numbers by now. Fast fashion is responsible for...

Aug 27, 2026
8 min read
Resort Casual Dress Code: The Complete Guide to Looking Chic on Vacation
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Resort Casual Dress Code: The Complete Guide to Looking Chic on Vacation

Resort Casual Dress Code: The Complete Guide to Looking Chic on Vacation You've booked the flight, packed your suitcase, and you're ready for a week...

Aug 24, 2026
10 min read
How to Tuck in a Shirt: The Complete Guide to Every Style
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How to Tuck in a Shirt: The Complete Guide to Every Style

How to Tuck in a Shirt: The Complete Guide to Every Style There's a moment every man faces when getting dressed for a job interview, a wedding, or...

Aug 20, 2026
10 min read
what is a sheath dress
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what is a sheath dress

Defining the Sheath Dress: More Than Just a Simple Silhouette A sheath dress is a fitted, straight-cut dress that follows the body's natural line...

Aug 19, 2026
9 min read
Bridesmaid and Maid of Honor Duties: The Complete Role Breakdown
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Bridesmaid and Maid of Honor Duties: The Complete Role Breakdown

Bridesmaid and Maid of Honor Duties: The Complete Role Breakdown Being asked to stand beside a bride on her wedding day is an honor that comes with...

Aug 17, 2026
13 min read
Meghan Markle's Jordan Jewelry Change: What Happened and Why It Matters
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Meghan Markle's Jordan Jewelry Change: What Happened and Why It Matters

Meghan Markle's Jordan Jewelry Change: What Happened and Why It Matters When Meghan Markle stepped out in Jordan alongside Prince Harry in February...

Aug 13, 2026
9 min read
How Do You Polish Copper Jewelry: Methods That Actually Work
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How Do You Polish Copper Jewelry: Methods That Actually Work

How Do You Polish Copper Jewelry: Methods That Actually Work Copper jewelry develops a patina over time that's just chemistry doing its thing when...

Aug 11, 2026
10 min read
Women's Black Tie Dress Code: The Complete Guide to Formal Event Attire
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Women's Black Tie Dress Code: The Complete Guide to Formal Event Attire

Women's Black Tie Dress Code: The Complete Guide to Formal Event Attire Receiving an invitation with "black tie" written on it can feel like solving...

Aug 10, 2026
14 min read
How Many Bridesmaids Is Normal? A Data-Driven Guide
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How Many Bridesmaids Is Normal? A Data-Driven Guide

How Many Bridesmaids Is Normal? A Data-Driven Guide If you're stressing over how many bridesmaids to include in your wedding party, there's no magic...

Aug 7, 2026
9 min read
What Are Spring Colors? Your Complete Guide to the Season's Most Radiant Palette
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What Are Spring Colors? Your Complete Guide to the Season's Most Radiant Palette

What Are Spring Colors? Your Complete Guide to the Season's Most Radiant Palette Spring colors capture something unmistakable that first rush of...

Aug 4, 2026
7 min read
How to Shrink Denim Jeans: The Complete Guide to Getting Your Perfect Fit Back
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How to Shrink Denim Jeans: The Complete Guide to Getting Your Perfect Fit Back

How to Shrink Denim Jeans: The Complete Guide to Getting Your Perfect Fit Back Your favorite pair of jeans has seen better days. The waistband that...

Aug 3, 2026
14 min read
How to Measure Your Waist for Jeans: The Complete Guide
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How to Measure Your Waist for Jeans: The Complete Guide

How to Measure Your Waist for Jeans: The Complete Guide Buying jeans online or in stores without trying them on means you'll eventually need to know...

Jul 31, 2026
8 min read
Body Type Quiz: Find Your Shape and Dress for Success
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Body Type Quiz: Find Your Shape and Dress for Success

Body Type Quiz: Find Your Shape and Dress for Success You've stood in front of the mirror, wondering why those jeans that looked perfect on the model...

Jul 29, 2026
12 min read
How to Clean Jewelry with Mild Dish Soap: The Complete Guide
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How to Clean Jewelry with Mild Dish Soap: The Complete Guide

How to Clean Jewelry with Mild Dish Soap: The Complete Guide Your grandmother probably cleaned her jewelry with nothing more than soap and water, and...

Jul 27, 2026
11 min read
How to Stop Shoes from Blistering: A Practical Guide to Pain-Free Wear
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How to Stop Shoes from Blistering: A Practical Guide to Pain-Free Wear

How to Stop Shoes from Blistering: A Practical Guide to Pain-Free Wear New shoes should feel exciting, not like a punishment. Yet millions of people...

Jul 23, 2026
7 min read
Men's Wardrobe Essentials: The Complete Guide to Timeless Style
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Men's Wardrobe Essentials: The Complete Guide to Timeless Style

Men's Wardrobe Essentials: The Complete Guide to Timeless Style Every man deserves a closet that works for him, not against him. The difference...

Jul 22, 2026
10 min read
Old Money Outfit Men: The Complete Style Guide for Timeless Elegance
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Old Money Outfit Men: The Complete Style Guide for Timeless Elegance

Old Money Outfit Men: The Complete Style Guide for Timeless Elegance The old money aesthetic has resurfaced as one of the most influential style...

Jul 21, 2026
10 min read
Old Money Outfits for Women: The Complete Style Guide to Quiet Luxury
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Old Money Outfits for Women: The Complete Style Guide to Quiet Luxury

Old Money Outfits for Women: The Complete Style Guide to Quiet Luxury There's a woman you've seen at a gallery opening, at a summer wedding, at the...

Jul 21, 2026
10 min read
Going Out Outfits in Summer: Types, Trends, and How to Style Every Occasion
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Going Out Outfits in Summer: Types, Trends, and How to Style Every Occasion

Going Out Outfits in Summer: Types, Trends, and How to Style Every Occasion You've got plans. Maybe it's rooftop drinks, a birthday dinner that...

Jun 25, 2026
18 min read
How to Hem Dress Pants: A Practical Guide to Professional-Looking Results at Home
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How to Hem Dress Pants: A Practical Guide to Professional-Looking Results at Home

How to Hem Dress Pants: A Practical Guide to Professional-Looking Results at Home Most dress pants arrive too long. It's one of those irritating...

May 19, 2026
15 min read
How to Choose a Wedding Dress: A Practical Guide to Finding Your Gown
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How to Choose a Wedding Dress: A Practical Guide to Finding Your Gown

How to Choose a Wedding Dress: A Practical Guide to Finding Your Gown The moment you start shopping for a wedding dress, you enter a world with its...

May 19, 2026
12 min read
Victoria Beckham at the Vogue Office: What She Told Anna Wintour at Forces of Fashion
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Victoria Beckham at the Vogue Office: What She Told Anna Wintour at Forces of Fashion

Victoria Beckham at the Vogue Office: What She Told Anna Wintour at Forces of Fashion When Victoria Beckham walked into Anna Wintour's office for...

May 3, 2026
8 min read
The History of Balenciaga: From a Spanish Fishing Village to the Heights of Global Fashion
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The History of Balenciaga: From a Spanish Fishing Village to the Heights of Global Fashion

The History of Balenciaga: From a Spanish Fishing Village to the Heights of Global Fashion Few fashion houses have a story as genuinely strange and...

May 3, 2026
14 min read