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- Can America’s Most Glamorous Department Store Return to Its Golden Age?
Bergdorf Goodman, after two bankruptcies in six years, is reviving its white‑glove service to reclaim its former luxury department‑store prestige.
- The 10 Best Looks at the MTV Video Music Awards
The article describes the most notable fashion looks from the MTV Video Music Awards red carpet, focusing on leather, lace, and revealing styles.
- Can a Bra Be a Top?
The article observes that bras are increasingly worn as standalone tops, as seen at the MTV Video Music Awards and on runways, signaling a shift in fashion norms.
- Is This the Next Stylish, Practical It Bag?
Kate Aubrey and Kyra Griffin created their own brand of stylish, practical handbags after finding designer options insufficient for daily needs.
- It’s Hot. They’re Cool. Why Not Wear Flip-Flops?
Flip-flops are gaining acceptance in refined fashion settings, exemplified by their presence at Copenhagen Fashion Week as a stylish, low-key footwear choice.
- The Return of the Vanity
After fading from American homes, dressing tables are making a comeback, fueled by TikTok influencers rediscovering their historical role as personal performance spaces.
- Abdul El-Sayed’s Winning New Political Uniform
Abdul El-Sayed’s adoption of a black T-shirt and jeans as a political uniform signals a deliberate shift toward relatable, anti-establishment aesthetics in modern campaigning.
- 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.