A model presents a creation by designer Nadir Tati, as part of her Summer 2016 collection, during Lisbon Fashion Week, Portugal, October 11, 2015. (Photo by Rafael Marchante/Reuters)
A model wears a creation by Peruvian designer Jessica Butrich during Lima Fashion Week, LIF Week Summer 15-16 in Lima October 28, 2015. (Photo by Mariana Bazo/Reuters)
A model presents a creation by designer David Ferreira, as part of his Fall/Winter 2016/17 collection, during Lisbon Fashion Week, Portugal, March 11, 2016. (Photo by Rafael Marchante/Reuters)
Tattoos are commonly used among criminals to show gang membership and record the wearer's personal history—such as his or her skills, specialties, accomplishments and convictions. They are also used as a means of personal expression. Certain designs have developed recognized coded meanings. The code systems can be quite complex and because of the nature of what they encode, the tattoo designs are not widely recognized.
'The Dutch charity organization Mensen in Nood (people in need) hits the streets with a remarkable campaign. People in need are posing with the typical attributes of consumer culture. The price of a designer handbag (€32) is compared with the price of a whole week of food (€4), The price a pint of beer (€4.50) with the price of 50 liter clean water (€1.50). The pictures were taken by Swedish fashion photographer Carl Stolz.' - Occupy Design UK
A model walks down the runway at the 13th China International Young Fashion Designers Contest during China Fashion Week on March 25, 2005 in Beijing, China. (Photo by China Photos/Getty Images)
Over the past few weeks we have seen a massive popularity spike in “small space” architecture and design. The latest project to come across our desks is this beautiful Hus-1 Residence. The tiny dwelling is just 270 square feet and was both built and designed by the Swedish architect Torsten Ottesjö. ...
Models present creations by Colombian designer Guio Di Colombia during the Inclusion catwalk and Expomujer in Cali, Colombia, November 3, 2016. The catwalk includes models of all sizes, races, sexuality and physical ability. (Photo by Jaime Saldarriaga/Reuters)