March 2017
We’re honored to have Heidi M. Gress produce and shoot our cover for our 28th Anniversary Local Fashion Issue. To view more of her work, visit hmgproductions.com.
Threading Through: McKell Maddox Fashion Design
Maddox’s “method of madness” is fueled by unconventional inspirations and design processes. She says that her inspirations don’t just come from people she sees on the streets but also from songs or things that she reads. View her work at mckellmaddox.com. … read more
Localized: Wicked Bears
Wicked Bears have mustered up a sound all their own, drawing inspiration from new-school pop punk greats like Direct Hit! and The Menzingers as well as ’90s classics like Green Day and Blink-182. With one EP locked in the catalog, Wicked Bears will continue on with new material well into 2017. Check out their music Mar. 16 at Urban Lounge for SLUG Localized. … read more
Snow Photo Feature: Cale Zima
Cale Zima perfectly lands a number of tricks why Brock “Butters” Nielsen—a friend of Zima’s for years—films Zima’s various stunts. … read more
Project Kuya: Reworked Masterpieces for a Purpose
What happens to all of the clothes that are given away? Hopefully, they come into the hands of Robin Uata, a designer based out of Provo whose mission is to upcycle used, forgotten clothes into chic masterpieces that anyone could rock—while also helping those in need. … read more
Threading Through: Nappi Clothing
If you’re looking for that sweet spot between quality clothing and a chic aesthetic, Nappi Clothing is the place to satiate that style. The combination of an androgynous look mixed with Nappi’s signature colors—black, white and every grey in between—create a sexy yet professional style. … read more
Art on Violence: The Future Isn’t What It Used to...
In The Future Isn’t What It Used to Be, a group exhibition curated by South Florida–based Susan Caraballo, 10 artists confront us with “manmade atrocities,” not through explicit spectacle or slaughter, but through rumination and social practice. View the exhibition at UMOCA through May 13. … read more
SLUG Style: Ayana Ifè
Ayana Ifè is a fashion designer who designs clothing that is edgy, modern and modest. Catch some of her designs during Utah Fashion Week. … read more
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Talking Pins & Needles with The Tailor Cooperative
Tailor Cooperative is ready to fit customers with a new, high-quality suit. Upon entering, clients will find themselves presented with various styles and colors of suits, jackets, ties and shirts that display their craftsmanship. … read more
SLUG Fashion Comix
This month’s SLUG Comix is dedicated to DIY punk fashion and is a reminder to fellow punks out there that the majority of punk fashion is simply owning it. … read more
Threading Through: Pretty Macabre
Andrea Hansen might easily be the most talented horror-couture designer in Salt Lake City. Pretty Macabre is exactly what it sounds like—grotesque, horrific and high-fashion couture. Hansen is your go-to if you want a cosplay outfit for Salt Lake Comic Con, a high-fashion wedding dress, an elaborate steampunk outfit or an elegant dance costume. … read more
Grid Zine Fest 2017
The people behind Grid Zine Fest have been working hard to support local zine makers and those keeping the print medium alive in the public sphere. Grid Zine Fest is free and open to the public, taking place at 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, April 8, at the Salt Lake Arts Academy. … read more
Skate Photo Feature: Rocky Hudson Jr.
Local skater Rocky Hudson Jr. shows off his talent by owning the Nollie Frontside Crooked Grind to Fakie in downtown Salt Lake City. … read more
