Culture · By Lin-Su WangRunway Resistance: From Underground to Global Spotlight
Underground ballroom culture, long the heartbeat of fashion innovation, has stepped into the spotlight. This season, its influence is visible in the exaggerated proportions of Paris couture and the sculptural tailoring of Tokyo newcomers. But the real story is the community still creating outside the main stage. We trace how a subculture built on chosen family became the language of global fashion.