Colin LoCascio’s Fall/Winter 2025 collection is a vibrant celebration that nourishes our inner child through an abundance of blossoming. The interplay of intense metallics with his classic sequins presents a refreshing interpretation of hand craftsmanship within contemporary fashion. At the core of this elegant collection lies a commitment to playful design techniques, encouraging the flourishing of childlike joy. This FW showcase at NYFW invites us to explore the duality of existence—embracing both the past and the future, as he seamlessly intertwines age-old methods with cutting-edge technology. The collection prompts a moment of introspection, urging us to reflect on the fragments of our identities that are intricately woven into our futures, as well as the aspects that call for fashion in the future.
Envision a contemporary utopia where every aspect of "blooming" is embraced; the "Flashy Girl From Flushing," stepping boldly into the spotlight to provoke your favorite controversies. These daring yet gentle winter pieces elegantly drape over his signature sequined garments and gowns, each enhanced with intricate 3D-printed embellishments. The Fall/Winter collection symbolizes themes of transformation, rebirth, and reinvention— universal experiences we all encounter. In an era of profound change, this lively and light-hearted collection invites us to dance joyfully with life. The collection showcases a rich diversity of craftsmanship, including embellishing, crocheting, and hand painting.
By redefining the foundational principles of technological craftsmanship, he elevates the essence of his creations. In this approach, LoCascio actively shapes the future in real time, where innovation transcends the mere pursuit of perfection and instead focuses on forging new pathways that merge modernity with the very soul of creation. Let us not shy away from celebration; rather, we should embrace nostalgic moments of gentler times and indulge in a spirit of playfulness. This collection honors futuristic visions that complement the brand's original playful essence.
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A WORLDWIDE ARCHIVE — NASTY-INSPIRED EDITORIAL BLOG GRID
Paste into: Design → Custom CSS
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/* ---------- Global archive mood ---------- */
body,
#siteWrapper,
#page,
.page-section,
.collection-type-blog,
.blog-list,
.blog-basic-grid {
background: #000 !important;
color: #fff !important;
}
/* Reduce default Squarespace padding so the archive feels more like a magazine index */
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.collection-type-blog .page-section,
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max-width: none !important;
}
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padding-right: 2vw !important;
}
/* ---------- Blog grid layout ---------- */
/* Works for most Squarespace 7.1 blog archive/list layouts */
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display: grid !important;
grid-template-columns: repeat(3, minmax(0, 1fr)) !important;
column-gap: 18px !important;
row-gap: 70px !important;
align-items: start !important;
width: 100% !important;
}
/* Each blog post card */
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position: relative !important;
margin: 0 !important;
padding: 0 !important;
background: transparent !important;
border: none !important;
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/* ---------- Images ---------- */
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.blog-item .blog-image,
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background: #111 !important;
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/* Make thumbnails taller and more editorial */
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.image-wrapper img {
width: 100% !important;
height: 52vw !important;
max-height: 620px !important;
min-height: 420px !important;
object-fit: cover !important;
display: block !important;
filter: grayscale(8%) contrast(1.08) brightness(.92) !important;
transition: transform .7s ease, filter .7s ease, opacity .7s ease !important;
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/* Hover movement */
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/* ---------- Text block ---------- */
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/* Keep text tight to image */
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max-width: 100% !important;
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/* ---------- Metadata: categories, date, author ---------- */
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font-size: 10px !important;
line-height: 1.2 !important;
letter-spacing: .08em !important;
text-transform: uppercase !important;
font-weight: 400 !important;
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/* Category links should feel like editorial labels */
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color: rgba(255,255,255,.72) !important;
text-decoration: none !important;
border-bottom: 1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.25) !important;
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letter-spacing: -.055em !important;
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font-weight: 500 !important;
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/* ---------- Excerpts ---------- */
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line-height: 1.28 !important;
letter-spacing: -.015em !important;
margin-top: 8px !important;
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/* ---------- Read More link ---------- */
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.read-more,
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border: none !important;
padding: 0 !important;
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font-family: Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif !important;
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line-height: 1 !important;
letter-spacing: .12em !important;
text-transform: uppercase !important;
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/* ---------- Create irregular editorial rhythm ---------- */
/* Every 1st item becomes a larger lead story */
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.blog-list > *:nth-child(1) img,
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max-height: 780px !important;
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/* Every 7th item becomes wide, creating a magazine rhythm */
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.blog-list > *:nth-child(7n) img,
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/* ---------- Header/navigation harmony ---------- */
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font-family: Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif !important;
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letter-spacing: .08em !important;
text-transform: uppercase !important;
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/* Optional: make the active page feel like a selected magazine tab */
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}
/* ---------- Page title / archive title ---------- */
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h1 {
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font-family: Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif !important;
font-size: clamp(42px, 8vw, 130px) !important;
line-height: .82 !important;
letter-spacing: -.075em !important;
text-transform: uppercase !important;
font-weight: 500 !important;
margin-bottom: 40px !important;
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/* ---------- Pagination / load more ---------- */
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color: #fff !important;
border-top: 1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.18) !important;
margin-top: 80px !important;
padding-top: 24px !important;
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font-family: Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif !important;
font-size: 11px !important;
letter-spacing: .12em !important;
text-transform: uppercase !important;
text-decoration: none !important;
}
/* ---------- Mobile ---------- */
@media screen and (max-width: 1024px) {
.blog-list,
.blog-basic-grid {
grid-template-columns: repeat(2, minmax(0, 1fr)) !important;
column-gap: 14px !important;
row-gap: 52px !important;
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}
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.blog-basic-grid--container img,
.blog-image img,
.image-wrapper img {
height: 70vw !important;
min-height: 340px !important;
}
}
@media screen and (max-width: 640px) {
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row-gap: 48px !important;
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}
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min-height: 420px !important;
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line-height: .9 !important;
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.blog-excerpt {
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