When it comes to relationships, the old saying is that opposites attract—but fashion-wise, the most famous couples of the moment have embraced a more unified approach. There’s the polished J-Rod and Nickyanka, two A-list pairs who always coordinate classic ensembles for their day-to-day outings, or the grungier Biebers, who have a penchant for wearing matching streetwear. Now, there’s a stylish new … Read More →
NEW YORK (AP) – Designer Raf Simons scored a repeat win at fashion’s glittery awards ceremony Monday night, again displaying his considerable influence in American fashion less than two years after taking the reins at Calvin Klein. “Thank you, women!” Simons said, accepting the prestigious womenswear prize of the Council of Fashion Designers of America … Read More →
Meryl Streep and Anne Hathaway in ‘The Devil Wears Prada’ (2006) © Alamy In most industries today, there now exists a “list” — an anonymous catalogue compiled by an unnamed source, detailing the abusers within their industry. Some accuse specific individuals of wrongdoing. Others skate around the libel laws by using heavy insinuation. The fashion … Read More →
In the 1960s, the fashion world turned “topsy-turvy,” as TIME noted in 1967. Nearly every aspect of that revolutionary decade, from the civil-rights movement to the space race, was somehow reflected in the clothing worn by American women. The book Mod New York: Fashion Takes a Trip, which is being released in coordination with a show of the same … Read More →
Frame jeans, $235 at Matches Fashion; matchesfashion.com. ImageCredit The subtle Calvin Klein take on cowboy boots is a good way for those of us who fear appearing as if Halloween has come early to indulge in the trend. Calvin Klein 205W39NYC spazzolato leather boots, $1,295 at Barneys New York; barneys.com. ImageCredit Levi’s classic trucker jacket has … Read More →
Fashion hasn’t always encouraged self-expression. Before the youthquakers in their ready-to-wear togs became the norm, trends trickled down to the masses through the couture. In this schema designers were dictators. Today, individualism in dress is not only encouraged, it’s communicated via many channels. A mix of high and low is accepted rather than the exception, … Read More →
MARIO ANZUONI If you need to have abs like Gigi Hadid to wear them, we’re not sure how popular these Tommy Hilfiger trousers will be… OPINION: Hands up who’s ever felt personally victimised by low-rise jeans? Sit down Keira Knightley at the Pirates of the Caribbean premiere in 2003. Hit the road Paris Hilton then, now and always. With … Read More →