Trend Notes
Trend Notes from Fashion Hauls, shaped by its Fashion focus.
Trend Notes from Fashion Hauls, shaped by its Fashion focus.
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Why Your Designer Boots Are Developing Creases
Don't let your favorite leather boots look worn out. Learn why creasing happens and how to prevent it from ruining your silhouette.
Fashion Hauls EditorialApril 8, 2026
Women's Clothes Are Built Worse Than Men's. I Processed 62,000 Returns to Confirm It.
The industry celebrating women this week sells women the most poorly-constructed clothing it makes. I have three years of returns data as evidence.
Sloane VanceMarch 5, 2026
International Women's Day Is Marketing. Here's What Actually Helps Women in Fashion.
Every March 8, brands slap a female designer's name on a collection and call it feminism. As someone who processed returns from female-founded brands for three years, I need to talk about what that actually means—and why buying more stuff isn't a feminist act.
Sloane VanceMarch 5, 2026Spring 2026 Trends Are Here—But 70% of Them Will Fall Apart By June. Here's What Actually Survives.
Spring 2026 trends are dropping everywhere—but most of them will fall apart by June. I tested the five biggest trends (oversized tees, lace, fit-and-flare dresses, cutesy bows, and lightweight layers) and here's what actually survives the Sit Test.
Sloane VanceFebruary 26, 2026
Ballet Flats Are Trending Again—But 90% of Them Will Fall Apart in 6 Months. Here's What Actually Lasts.
Ballet flats are trending—but most of them fall apart in 6 months. I tested 12 pairs across price points and found the real winners (and the cheap traps). Here's what actually lasts.
Sloane VanceFebruary 25, 2026
The Grammys 'Dupes' Are Already Here—I Tested the $30–$80 Versions of Every Red Carpet Look. Here's What Actually Works.
The Grammys just happened. Fast fashion has already ripped off every red carpet look. I tested the $30–$80 dupes so you don't have to. Here's what actually works.
Sloane VanceFebruary 24, 2026