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Fashioned is an illustrated fashion journal by the fashion illustrator; Cara Beatrice, where fashion stories are illustrated, not just written.

Every article is paired with hand-drawn digital illustrations to capture the essence of fashion.

From sketching a fashion history to depicting a look from last night’s red carpet, Fashioned celebrates all things fashion from past to present!

Welcome to a space where fashion is seen through the eyes of an illustrator.

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