Issue 05 of The Book by StyleCircle takes inspiration from political activist, Angela Davis, who continually ignites the conversation of recognizing and challenging discourses that often appear to be the societal norm. Since its first print issue in 2015, The Book by StyleCircle mandates to drive change in the fashion industry and highlight conversations that shape our current culture as reflected through fashion. What was once a small passion project, has transformed into a platform that showcases Ryerson-based creative talents to the world. As we begin this new decade, we continue to question whether the current fashion industry has a forward-thinking frame of mind, especially to those who have historically been misrepresented or excluded. We, as fashion change-makers, recognize these voices so they can express, shout, and confront the crucial topics that dismantle the dominant discourses. We are igniting our revolution.

In celebration of StyleCircle’s fifth year, we are extremely proud to present our fifth issue, which highlights the unique VOICES of our team. This issue is about the coming together of creatives from all backgrounds, with different passions and messages to lift one another. We aim to create open, transparent forms of dialogue from a critical point of view through visual and written content that matters to us as a collective. VOICES represents our views on fashion as we want to see the world and the future of the industry.

To everyone who made this issue happen: we want your voice to be heard. For those who were with us since the beginning, we send our humblest thank yous for your endless support. For those who are reading with us for the first time, we hope you embark upon this issue with an open mind and ultimately find something that inspires and resonates with you. Angela Davis states that when people who are the most vulnerable rise, “the whole world will rise with them.” This is certainly the beginning of a rise that is waiting to burst and this revolutionary hope can only happen if we’re all here together.

Sincerely, StyleCircle