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- 10 Unforgettable Looks From Wimbledon
The article highlights standout fashion moments from Wimbledon spectators, noting head scarves, double-breasted suits, and leather waistcoats as memorable looks despite players' all-white attire.
- 250 Years of Dressing for the American Dream
An examination of fashion choices across 250 years shows how clothing has reflected immigrants' pursuit of the American Dream.
- The Look of Patriotism at Trump’s U.F.C. Fight
The Freedom 250 Flag Day UFC event featured athletes and Octagon Girls in red, white, and blue attire as a display of patriotism.
- The Joy of Shopping in Los Angeles
A fashion correspondent observes that Los Angeles has become a shopping paradise for men, with new and expanded stores offering high-end, natural-fiber clothing attracting willing big spenders.
- Prada Takes Over Katz’s Deli With Cole Escola, Amanda Gorman and Lots of Pastrami
Prada Mode launched with a New York event at Katz's Deli, blending high-fashion celebrities with pastrami and dancing.
- Knicks Fans Want ’90s Tees. They’ll Have to Pay Very 2026 Prices.
A vintage Knicks fan clothing line is launching with retro '90s designs but at premium prices reflecting 2026 production and licensing costs.
- The Case for Ugly-Cool Sunglasses
Wraparound, functional sunglasses like Oakleys are gaining cultural traction as 'ugly-cool' fashion statements at events like the French Open.
- He Crashed a Beach Fashion Show and Accidentally Became Its Star
A man accidentally walked onto an Australian Fashion Week runway while going for a swim, briefly becoming the show's unexpected star.
- In Italy, Princess Catherine Puts Her Wardrobe to Work
Catherine, Princess of Wales, strategically uses her clothing choices to communicate diplomacy, respect, and political solidarity during official visits to Italy.
- How ‘Mile End Kicks’ Nailed the Indie Sleaze Look
The article explains how the film ‘Mile End Kicks’ uses Craigslist-sourced and vintage clothing to authentically recreate the indie sleaze aesthetic of 2011 Montreal.
- How Heidi Klum Turned Into a Statue for the Met Gala
Heidi Klum wore an intricate Roman statue costume at the 2024 Met Gala, inspired by a Raffaele Monti marble sculpture, which still allowed her to eat and use her hands comfortably.
- Doris Fisher, Co-Founder of the Gap, Dies at 94
Doris Fisher, co-founder of Gap, died at 94; the company she started with her husband in 1969 grew from a single store to a $16 billion brand that transformed the apparel industry.
- Our 15 Favorite Looks at the 2026 Met Gala
A list of 15 best-dressed attendees at the 2026 Met Gala, selected for looking great regardless of the theme.
- Why Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez Bezos Are Sponsoring the Met Gala - WSJ
Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez Bezos integrate into fashion's elite through Amazon's expansion into apparel and their philanthropic work.
- How ‘The Devil Wears Prada 2’ Red Carpet Looks Came Together - The New York Times
The press tour for ‘The Devil Wears Prada 2’ relied on group chats, sweatpants, and camaraderie among stars and stylists to assemble its red-carpet looks.
- Street Style Look of the Week: Wearing Blue and Black - The New York Times
Cobalt-blue knitwear created a standout street-style look outside a Tokyo coffee shop by pairing blue and black.
- Good News, Millennials: The Side Part Has Returned - The New York Times
Hair styling trends are cyclical: after Gen Z popularized the center part, the side part is returning among millennials and Gen Z alike.
- Rachel Zoe, Who Made Stylists Into Celebrities, Is Back on Reality TV - The New York Times
Rachel Zoe, who elevated stylists to celebrity status, returns to reality television with a new show.
- A Closer Look at Mamdani’s Custom Carhartt Jacket - The New York Times
NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani wore a custom Carhartt jacket during a snowstorm, designed with input from the first lady.
- Valentino Garavani: A Life in Photos - The New York Times
Valentino Garavani, fashion's "Last Emperor," championed beauty throughout his career, as documented in a photographic retrospective by The New York Times.
- Bezel-Set Engagement Rings: A Quiet Luxury Accessory - The New York Times
Bezel-set engagement rings are rising in popularity as a minimalist alternative to traditional prong settings, favored for their sleek, noiseless elegance.
- What Does My Puffer Jacket Say About Me? - The New York Times
Puffer jackets have evolved from utilitarian outdoor gear into a status symbol of quiet luxury, reflecting shifts in fashion and cultural signaling.