_?_! is an independent, bi-annual publication that examines the interactions between fashion and global culture. Each issue is devoted to researching and discovering everyday 'fashion' objects, and attempts to rethink the notion of fashion: What is contemporary fashion? Where do these objects come from? How does fashion appropriate them? Fashion always leaves traces. _?_! is interested in the stories behind the objects. The principle of this publication is borderless, which means that it integrates the different cultures of many regions. Each issue presents the history and culture of a number of regions closely related to the theme. It also focuses on the idea of objects being invented and designed, and on the conception of objects as elements in fashion brands. Enter the reading with a “?” and leave it with a “!”. In addition, _?_! is committed to exploring new hybrid modes of publishing. In other words, each issue will be published according to its subject and content: a paper item, a printable PDF digital publication, or web-to-print.
Over the past two years, the influence of Covid-19 has seen the mask become a daily protective object as well as a popular fashion accessory. From ancient times to the present day, masks have been a classic form of artistic expression around the world, conveying the cultures of different regions. Examples include Chinese Peking Opera masks, Mexican wrestling masks and African tribal masks. Fashion always leaves traces. MASK? MASK! is dedicated to exploring the stories behind the design of masks in different societies and cultures. MASK? MASK! also focuses on the mask creations of designers and artists, as well as the mask design in fashion brands.
Dolls, evoke nostalgia and memories of our childhood. Not only kids enjoy dolls, but many adults find comfort and companionship in collecting or playing with them. Dolls come in various forms, including baby dolls, fashion dolls, action figures, and plush dolls. In addition to being playthings, dolls can also have cultural, historical, and artistic significance. They are often representative of different eras, regions, or cultural traditions. Examples include the Russian Matryoshka dolls, the Japanese Daruma dolls and the Chancay Burial dolls. DOLL? DOLL! is dedicated to discovering dolls in fashion. DOLL? DOLL! is also interested in the design of the dolls as objects themselves.