Today's Fashion Pulse
G‑III Apparel Group and WHP Global take 50% stake in Marc Jacobs
G‑III Apparel Group, together with WHP Global, is acquiring a 50% equity stake in the Marc Jacobs brand from LVMH. The deal emphasizes strategic growth over immediate cash flow, while Peloton also announced the purchase of Pilates startup Skōp.
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Sabrina Carpenter Wears ‘Sabrina’ Film Dress to the Met Gala
Sabrina Carpenter turned heads at the May 4, 2026 Met Gala by wearing a dress literally made from the celluloid film of the classic movie “Sabrina.” The look directly referenced the event’s “Fashion Is Art” theme, blurring the line between cinema and couture. Carpenter, a member of the gala’s host committee, noted the garment’s fleeting durability in a Teen Vogue interview. The moment sparked widespread media coverage for its inventive use of material and its meta commentary on storytelling.
Mark Zuckerberg Quietly Attends His First Met Gala
Meta founder Mark Zuckerberg made his first appearance at the Met Gala on May 4, 2026, arriving in a Prada tuxedo while wife Priscilla Chan wore a red Alaïa gown. The couple skipped the traditional photo ops on the museum steps and...
Elizabeth Debicki Wore a Historic Tiara to the Met Gala
Actress Elizabeth Debicki returned to the 2026 Met Gala in a Vera Wang gown inspired by Greek mythology. The cream, drapey dress featured a black‑accented hip train and flat sandals, and was complemented by a one‑of‑a‑kind Verdura tiara dating to...
Bad Bunny Ages Himself ’53 Years’ for Senior Citizen Met Gala Look
Bad Bunny shocked the 2026 Met Gala by aging himself 53 years, appearing with white hair, wrinkles and a cane in an all‑black suit. The senior‑citizen look complemented the gala’s “Fashion Is Art” theme centered on the Costume Art exhibit....
Madonna Brought the Drama at the Met Gala
Madonna turned heads at the 2026 Met Gala in a dramatic Saint Laurent black V‑cut gown, complete with opera‑length gloves, a brass horn and a ship‑shaped hat carried by attendants. The event’s “Fashion is Art” theme aligns with the Costume Institute’s...
SZA’s Dazzling Met Gala Dress Is Made of Pieces Bought Off eBay: ‘This Is How I See Myself’
SZA turned heads at the 2026 Met Gala in a vibrant yellow gown crafted from re‑worked pieces bought on eBay. Designed with Emily Adams Bode Aujla of Bode, the dress incorporates vintage saris, cowrie shells, real flowers and crystal accents...
Met Gala 2026 Unveils 'Costume Art' Theme and Body‑Positive Exhibition
The Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Costume Institute announced a 'Costume Art' theme for the 2026 Met Gala, with Beyoncé, Nicole Kidman and Venus Williams as co‑chairs. The gala will launch a new eight‑month exhibition that foregrounds diverse body types, while the...
Met Museum Launches ‘Costume Art’ at Gala, Reclaiming Overlooked Body Types
The Metropolitan Museum of Art unveiled its latest Costume Institute show, “Costume Art,” during Monday’s Met Gala, featuring mannequins that represent corpulent, disabled, pregnant, aging and other historically ignored bodies. Housed in the newly created Conde M. Nast Galleries, the exhibition will...
Hailey Bieber’s Met Gala Look Was Inspired By Claude Lalanne
Hailey Bieber arrived at the 2026 Met Gala in a custom Saint Laurent ensemble that directly references the house’s fall/winter 1969 haute couture collection, a collaboration with sculptor Claude Lalanne. The look features a gold breastplate molded to her body and a...
Dwayne Johnson Made His Met Gala Debut in a Thom Browne Skirt
Dwayne Johnson made his first Met Gala appearance, stepping onto the red carpet in a custom Thom Browne ensemble that included a dramatic black mohair tailcoat and a pleated skirt. The outfit, featuring over 350 meters of hand‑pleated silk ribbons, took 50...
Sabrina Carpenter’s Met Gala Dress Is Made of Film Reels From One of Her ‘Favorite’ Movies
Sabrina Carpenter dazzled the 2026 Met Gala in a custom Dior gown crafted entirely from 35 mm film strips taken from the 1954 classic *Sabrina*. Designed by Dior’s Jonathan Anderson, the dress merges Hollywood nostalgia with avant‑garde couture, reflecting the event’s...
Janelle Monáe’s Stunning Met Gala 2026 Look Combines Nature & Tech in Custom Christian Siriano
Janelle Monáe turned heads at the May 4, 2026 Met Gala in a custom Christian Siriano gown that fused living moss, succulents, and a tangle of cables with kinetic mechanical butterflies and dragonflies. The outfit incorporated 230 electrical wires, Ethernet cables, a...
Lauren Sánchez Bezos Tried to Reference Sargent's 'Madame X' With Her Met Gala Outfit
Lauren Sánchez Bezos stepped onto the 2026 Met Gala red carpet in a custom navy Schiaparelli gown that directly references John Singer Sargent’s controversial 1884 portrait “Madame X.” The dress reproduces the painting’s infamous fallen strap, a detail that originally sparked scandal...
Connor Storrie Is Already Winning the 2026 Met Gala
Connor Storrie made a splash at his first Met Gala, arriving in a loose Saint Laurent suit paired with a dramatic polka‑dot mullet top that captured the 2026 “Fashion is Art” theme. He accessorized the look with Tiffany & Co. jewelry and an...
Met Gala 2026 Livestream: Watch The Red Carpet Arrivals
The 2026 Met Gala, held at New York’s Metropolitan Museum of Art, is co‑chaired by Beyoncé, Nicole Kidman and Venus Williams, with Vogue’s Anna Wintour overseeing the event. The theme, “Costume Art,” explores a spectrum of body types—from classic silhouettes to under‑represented...
New Balance’s Berry-Flavored Dad Sneaker Is Freaky & Fruity
New Balance has launched the "Boysenberry" version of its 1890 dad‑shoe, a deep‑purple, neon‑yellow speckled, red‑ribbed sneaker priced at $180. The design mixes a retro silhouette with bold, fruit‑inspired colors and unconventional detailing. The release follows a series of high‑profile...
Stella McCartney's Crazy Stylish Adidas Runner Is a Repeat Flexer
Stella McCartney and adidas have unveiled the new Adistar running sneaker, blending high‑fashion aesthetics with performance‑grade construction. The shoe features smooth leather overlays, cozy knit underlays, and suede accents, all built on a chunky HOKA‑inspired sole with adidas' lightweight REPETITOR...
Nike’s Sweetest Air Max Has Cotton Candy in Its Soles
Nike is launching a new Air Max 95 "Hyper Turquoise" edition, dubbed the "Cotton Candy" or "South Beach" colorway, slated for a summer 2024 release on its website. The sneaker blends grey, faint blue, pink and turquoise tones, echoing the...
Met Gala 2026 Red Carpet: The Best Looks in Pictures
The Met Gala 2026, themed “Fashion is Art,” turned the Met’s steps into a runway of high‑concept couture, with Beyoncé’s crystal‑encrusted skeleton gown and Rihanna’s metallic Maison Margiela dress stealing headlines. Celebrities blended historic references and futuristic tech, from Hailey Bieber’s...
Louis Vuitton Names Olympic Figure Skater Alysa Liu as New Brand Ambassador
Louis Vuitton announced on the morning of the 2026 Met Gala that Olympic gold‑medalist figure skater Alysa Liu will serve as the fashion house’s newest brand ambassador. The 20‑year‑old, celebrated for her historic triple‑axel‑quad combo and distinctive “halo” hair, joins a...
The 9 Best-Looking Workout Sneakers You Might Just Wear on a Rest Day
Esquire’s spring roundup spotlights nine workout sneakers that marry performance tech with runway‑ready looks. The list spans lightweight trail hikers, ultra‑breathable slip‑ons, and marathon‑grade racers, each featuring innovations like bouncy midsoles, grippy outsoles, and energy‑return foams. Brands such as Alo,...
Only a God-Tier Shoemaker Could've Made This Beautiful Blue Shoe
Casey Casey and artisanal shoemaker Guidi have unveiled their most daring collaboration yet: a full‑grain horse‑leather derby dyed in royal blue with contrasting red stitching at the heel. The shoe continues the brands’ tradition of vegetable‑dye techniques that give each...
Zoë Kravitz Gives ‘Ladies Who Lunch’ Style an Edge
Zoë Kravitz turned heads at a pre‑Met Gala dinner by swapping traditional "ladies who lunch" pearls for a daring Saint Laurent ensemble from the fall 2026 collection. She layered a shimmering gold cable‑knit cardigan with a gauzy yellow miniskirt, and finished the...
Connor Storrie Wore Victoria Beckham’s Gap Line
Connor Storrie appeared on Saturday Night Live wearing a full Victoria Beckham × The Gap outfit, including a $128 sweatshirt, cropped denim jacket and jeans. The pieces are listed under the women’s section on Gap’s site, though they were styled as a...
There Were No Sunday Scaries at Wayman + Micah’s Annual Pre-Met Fete
Wayman + Micah staged their third annual pre‑Met gala at Boom atop The Standard High Line, drawing a star‑studded crowd including Colman Domingo, Chase Infiniti, Natasha Lyonne, Tyriq Withers and Harris Reed. The evening celebrated the Met Gala’s “Costume Art” theme, with...
Vogue Unveils 10 Statement Trends Set to Shape Spring 2026 Wardrobes
Vogue released its Spring 2026 trend forecast, highlighting ten statement looks that will dominate wardrobes. The report emphasizes bold accessories—especially brooches—as a key styling tool, signaling a shift toward more intentional, eye‑catching outfits for the season.
Is Fast Fashion Cool Again?
Zara is reshaping its fast‑fashion reputation by striking high‑profile creative deals, including a two‑year partnership with John Galliano to curate its archives and a Willy Chavarria collection launched alongside a Christy Turlington‑fronted campaign. The brand’s 50th‑anniversary rollout featured collaborations with celebrities and...
Flores De Mayo: Dalisay at Halimuyak
The Manila Hotel revived the historic Flores de Mayo procession on Sunday, marking its return to Kilometer 0 with Mayor Isko Moreno as Hermano Mayor. The event, themed “Dalisay at Halimuyak,” blended Marian devotion with high‑fashion, featuring five Filipino designers under...
Charli D’Amelio’s Edgy Backless Dress Comes With a Bold Bottom Cut-Out
Charli D’Amelio celebrated her 22nd birthday on Instagram with a striking backless dress featuring a daring bottom cut‑out and calf‑high slit. The halter‑neck gown, tinted purple with brown leaf‑vein detailing, was paired with plum stiletto heels and minimal jewelry. The...
Ciara Miller Shows Off More Than Just Curves in Lace-Up Plunging Top
Ciara Miller turned heads at Teyana Taylor’s Met Gala after‑party by debuting a daring two‑piece ensemble. The look featured a plunging, lace‑up halter top in rich brown with a subtle reptile sheen, paired with high‑waisted leather‑suede trousers that continued the corset‑inspired...
Fashion Is a Sport: Venus Williams Shows Dual Power
Next up at the Met Press Preview: Venus Williams looking divine in a Partow suit and Herbert Levine shoes (styled by the fantastic Ron Burton): “fashion is a sport too. It’s a journey. (it’s about) the power to do two...
Met Gala 2026 Falls Short on Costume Art
The #MetGala 2026 theme is “Costume Art” and so far mostly everyone is wearing gowns that would even be considered dull for an award show. I miss when designers and celebrities took the theme to heart and really showed up...
Everyone’s Talking Star Wars Day – I’m Here for Columbia’s Mandalorian Shirt Instead
Columbia Sportswear has launched a limited‑edition Bahama shirt inspired by Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu, timed for May 4, Star Wars Day. The shirt reworks the brand’s PFG fishing shirt with subtle franchise graphics while retaining technical features such as Omni‑Shade UPF 50...
YouTube Streams Met Gala Live for Cultural Immersion
Viewers come to @youtube to immerse themselves in the biggest cultural moments. Tonight is no exception: catch the Met Gala action, live on the @voguemagazine YouTube channel.
What Victoria Beckham, Reneé Rapp, and Paul Anthony Kelly Wore This Week
The Cut highlighted a week of high‑profile fashion moments, from Victoria Beckham’s sleek Gap collaboration debut to Reneé Rapp modeling the H&M‑Stella McCartney line at a New York launch. Burberry celebrated Mother’s Day with trench‑coat ensembles, while Spotify staged a fashion‑centric podcast...
The Dance-Inspired Alternative to Ballet Flats Poised to Take Over
The jazz shoe, a dance‑inspired hybrid of slippers and low‑profile sneakers, is emerging as the next footwear staple. It debuted on Celine's 2026 resort runway and quickly spread to collections from Jil Sander, Dries Van Noten and Bottega Veneta. Designers like Jamie Haller...
Dior's £5,200 Donegal Tweed Bar Jacket Sparks Luxury Tweed Revival
Dior unveiled a Donegal tweed bar jacket priced at £5,200 ($6,600), instantly reviving tweed as a must‑have fabric for 2026. The piece, worn by Harry Styles at the Grammys, has set off a wave of tweed‑centric collections across the luxury...
Sydney Sweeney’s Plunging Blumarine Denim Top Is a Butterfly in ‘Euphoria’
Sydney Sweeney’s character Cassie Howard in "Euphoria" season 3 wore a Blumarine denim crop top shaped like a butterfly, combining plunging cutlines with heavy embellishments. The garment blends Y2K‑inspired studs with sculptural detailing, creating a striking mix of streetwear and high‑fashion...
Suki Waterhouse Wore Ann Demeulemeester To The 2026 ASCAP Pop Music Awards Celebration
Suki Waterhouse attended the 2026 ASCAP Pop Music Awards in Hollywood wearing Ann Demeulemeester’s Spring 2026 off‑white lace dress paired with a cropped military jacket. The ensemble blended vintage romance with structured tailoring, creating a distinctive red‑carpet look. The appearance...
Emily Blunt Wore Magda Butrym For Hollywood Walk Of Fame Ceremony
Emily Blunt and Stanley Tucci received stars on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on Thursday, marking a family celebration as Tucci is married to Blunt’s sister. Blunt chose a Magda Butrym Spring 2026 crochet dress with shoulder detailing, paired with...
Enamor Names Taapsee Pannu as Brand Ambassador
Enamor has appointed Indian actress Taapsee Pannu as its new brand ambassador, unveiling a digital campaign titled “Unapologetic As I Am.” The rollout introduces the brand’s bamboo‑cotton lingerie line, marketed as breathable, antimicrobial and free of pinch, dig or rash. The...
An Evening with ‘Citadel’ Season 2 With Priyanka Chopra In Elie Saab
Prime Video hosted an exclusive Los Angeles screening of "Citadel" Season 2, featuring lead actress Priyanka Chopra. Chopra arrived in a striking Elie Saab couture ensemble, styled by Wayman Bannerman and Micah McDonald. The event served as a live‑action promotional push ahead of the series’...
MAX&Co. And the End of Outfit Panic
MAX&Co. unveiled its Spring/Summer 2026 collection, marrying practicality with a rebellious edge. The line features oversized trenches, cargo jackets, voluminous trousers and versatile accessories designed to transition from office to evening. A campaign starring model Paloma LeFriant reinforces the non‑conformist...
Stella McCartney Teams with H&M for Second Collaboration Launch in Chelsea
Stella McCartney and H&M have unveiled their second joint collection at a high‑energy launch in Chelsea, marking a rare repeat partnership. The event blended fashion, music and sustainability, underscoring the duo’s commitment to eco‑friendly design.
Met Gala 2026: Theme, Who’s Attending, when and Where to Watch, and Why It’s Facing Boycott Calls
The 2026 Met Gala, themed “Fashion is art” with a “Costume art” dress code, will showcase fashion as a living artwork. Around 450 guests, including co‑chairs Anna Wintour, Beyoncé, Nicole Kidman and Venus Williams, are slated to attend, with a mix...
Why Are So Many Men Wearing Tank Tops?
Men’s tank tops have evolved from a practical 1860s French dockworker garment to a ubiquitous fashion staple. The style entered the U.S. wardrobe during World War I, was adopted by the Navy, and later spread across military, athletic, and street cultures....
Tod’s Heads to Forte Dei Marmi for ‘Vacanze Italiane’
Italian luxury label Tod’s unveiled its summer‑focused "Vacanze Italiane" campaign, showcasing the season’s new arrivals against the backdrop of the upscale Tuscan resort Forte dei Marmi. The visual narrative highlights casual yet refined apparel designed for seaside leisure, reinforcing the...
A Chic Warm-Weather Reset Never Hurt Anybody—36 J.Crew, Nordy, and Zara Finds That Belong in Your Closet
J.Crew, Nordstrom and Zara have rolled out spring‑summer 2026 collections packed with linen dresses, crochet accessories and bold polka‑dot pieces. The selections span lightweight dresses, tiered maxi skirts, square‑toe flip‑flops and hand‑woven bags aimed at vacation‑ready wardrobes. Retailers are emphasizing...
The Most Beautiful Designer Wedding Shoes for the Modern Bride
Designer bridal shoes are emerging as a pivotal detail in modern weddings, with brides curating multiple pairs to match each phase of the day. Industry leaders like Manolo Blahnik, Amina Muaddi, and Jimmy Choo blend comfort, craftsmanship, and personalization, offering styles ranging from...
The Met Gala Proves Fashion Is Obsessed With ‘Museum Memory’
The 2026 Met Gala, themed “Art and Fashion,” highlighted fashion’s growing status as museum‑grade art. Over the past decade institutions like the V&A and the Met Costume Institute have re‑classified clothing from disposable ephemera to curated objects, granting it curatorial...