In the 21st century, trends can emerge then disappear overnight. Brands can replicate fashion trends in almost real time, continually releasing new styles and collections. These trends cycle through eras; the cyclical nature of fashion allows trends to rise, fall, and eventually re-enter the mainstream years after their peak. Recently, an unexpected garment has resurfaced as trendy: the balaclava. So where can you go to find one of these eye-catching hats? We reached out to Alexandria Masse, a Canadian designer whose eye-catching balaclavas would add spark to any wardrobe. Here’s what she had to say about her craft — and her recent popularity surge on TikTok.

Welcome to the world of BookTok — a lively community of avid teenage readers. The more you interact with these creators and their book-themed videos, the more they’ll frequent your for you page, and soon you’ll be enthralled by the many recommendations, POVs, fanarts, and cosplays displayed on the hashtag.

In her early 20s, an art history student on sabbatical found herself at the Tate Modern in London. Alone in a room full of people, ironically, she was only comforted by the artwork and its transfixing powers. The others in the room, unaware of the weeping young woman, engaged with the work, having their personal experiences. Some viewed the artwork under furrowed brows, some unbothered, some silently, and others loudly.

I hate thinking about art. I hate thinking about art within the confines of poetry on coffee stained book pages or globs of acrylic paint clinging to canvas. I hate thinking about art as a talent. I hate thinking about art as something that just a lucky few have the approved knack for. I hate thinking about art as a job. I hate thinking about art as only something you see, something that remains external from you. I hate thinking about art as a hat I get to put on, show off, and go to sleep without.

Scrolling through your social media in the past year, you’ve no doubt stumbled across your fair share of frog-inspired creations. From Youtube creators like Melanie Locke to big-name brands like Duncan Hines, it seems like everyone is trying to re-create Oracle Bakery’s endearing butter-cream designs. The Audacity sat down with Claire Ma, the mastermind behind Oracle Bakery and its trending treats, to discuss cake art, social media, the pressure of the spotlight, future plans, and more.