A New Book Spotlights a Trio of Swashbuckling Female Retail Executives

Some 50 years later, women in the United States were running those stories themselves. She adds, Macys hired its first woman executive in the 1890s! Department stores were this kind of unheralded vehicle for fashion designers. Photo: Courtesy ofWhen Women Ran Fifth Avenue (As a bonus, she also sprinkles in shorter histories of another notable woman in fashion.) She even went so far as to hire a genealogist to track down living relatives of Shaver and Odlums....

June 4, 2024 · 2 min · 405 words · Miss Sheila Thompson MD

Alessandro Michele and Emanuele Coccia Get Philosophical About Fashion: “Clothes Aren’t Only Artifacts, They’re Hallways to a Different Reality”

The Life of FormsTheory of the Re-Enchantment. How did this book come about? Emanuele Coccia: It happened quite naturally after Alessandro and I were introduced by his partner Giovanni Attili. Emanuele Coccia and Alessandro Michele. We immediately connected, we recognized ourselves in each others words. The books content is somehow consequential to how he has approached his fashion shows. Alessandro Michele: As Emanuele said, there was never a planned project for the book....

June 4, 2024 · 2 min · 413 words · Joseph Davis

Alexander Wang the Brand Turns 20 Soon. Now, He’s Talking About the Past, the Future, and Tomorrow’s Big Show

The presentation is but one thing Wang and I discussed. There wasthere isa lot going on in his world. What follows is a conversation that has been edited for conciseness and clarity. Photo: Courtesy of Alex Wang An exclusive look into the Alexander Wang pre-fall 2024 collection. Alexander Wang, pre-fall 2024. Alex, Id like to start with where your brand is in the here and now, in 2024? An exclusive look into the Alexander Wang pre-fall 2024 collection....

June 4, 2024 · 8 min · 1580 words · Dan Washington

Big Night, the Cult-Favorite Party Store, Now Has Its Own Cookbook

Products are independently selected by our editors. We may earn an affiliate commission from links. I thought it might be a running club gathering, or a stoop sale. The Big Night Cookbook, from the popular party and entertaining store with locations in Greenpoint and West Village, is out June 4. (Always stop by a stoop sale.) I didnotexpect it to be for a party store. Why were people made to feel that everything had to bejustright?...

June 4, 2024 · 2 min · 329 words · Caleb Todd

BraveheartBraids And Warrior Brows At Dior’s Highlands Fling

ThinkBraveheart-meets-medieval princess: Hip-length braids had been interwoven with golden threadto echo the gold, thorn-like accessories. Other Dior warriors wore face and hair netting, scattered with pearls and disguising their days activities. Warrior braids at Diors Scottish Cruise show. Courtesy of Dior Models skin, meanwhile, was given a moonlit effect. A layer of Rouge Dior Baume 000 Diornaturalmoisturized and massaged increated a plump lip to finish. On the beauty front, Dior emerged from this battle victorious....

June 4, 2024 · 1 min · 82 words · Melissa Chen

Demi Lovato Led an Inspired Conversation at This Year’s Dinner for The Center for Youth Mental Health

I am an open book. Jerry Speyer, Anna Wintour, Demi Lovato, Katherine Farley, Dr. Steve Corwin

June 4, 2024 · 1 min · 16 words · Donna Fox

European Elections, united we vote: photographs to activate voters and create change

“Beyond differences and geographical boundaries, there lies a common interest. These are the words of Jean Monnet, considered one of the founders of the European Union. Nebeling united 27 photographers to inspire people to vote and be active citizens. To vote is tospeak up for your beliefs, your projects, and your dreams for the future. We asked some of the 27 participants totell us three things they wish to see in Europe....

June 4, 2024 · 3 min · 588 words · Sarah Chandler

From Lily Collins to Jennifer Lawrence: The Best Dressed Stars at Dior’s Highlands Show

Alba Rohrwacher Alexa Chung Amalie Gassmann Amira Casar Annabelle Wallis Pascal Le Segretain/Getty Images Lily Collins. Alexa Chung.

June 4, 2024 · 1 min · 18 words · Shawn Lopez

Haizhen Wang

I had to pay attention to managing the business, he added. As for the collection itself, Wang is a deft technical designer who thoroughly enjoys making clothes.

June 4, 2024 · 1 min · 27 words · Sean Harper

How to Dress for IVF

Products are independently selected by our editors. We may earn an affiliate commission from links. The author of the following essay prefers to remain anonymous. Edward Berthelot/Getty Images Welcome to this movement of warriors! One of my closest friends said this when I told her I was embarking onIVF. It was an instant infusion of belonging and empowerment. Taking that break set me up for what was to come. Will I still feel like myself?...

June 4, 2024 · 2 min · 258 words · Bryan Oconnor

In Praise of Women Canceling Things

My second thought, though, was a little more unorthodox:Good for her. Allow me to explain. Either way, I support it! Photo: Getty Images But Im glad to hear that Lopez isrelievedto have backed out of her upcoming shows. (Okay, Im just talking about myself here.)

June 4, 2024 · 1 min · 45 words · Abigail Walker

Katie Holmes Perfects Weekender Style

Products are independently selected by our editors. We may earn an affiliate commission from links. An eternal fan of pared-down looks, Holmess most recent outfit is no exception. Christopher Peterson / SplashNews.com Always one to add a ladylike touch, she donned black ballet flats with a matte toe. Shop hersummer-in-the-city look, below. Christopher Peterson

June 4, 2024 · 1 min · 54 words · Kimberly Green DVM

Maisie Williams’s ’60s Dior Cruise Look Marks a Major Style Shift

Dior was her answer. The collection was staggering, notes this budding critic. The Alice band lending preppy polish to her blow-dry? Dave Benett/Getty Images A pair of fishnet tights employed last minute by hairstylist Ken ORourke and make-up artist Aurelie Payen. When she saw it on the clothing rail in Scotland, it was a done deal. It makes me feel really happy and excited. Dave Benett/Getty Images Dave Benett/Getty Images...

June 4, 2024 · 1 min · 79 words · Valerie Chavez