Melania Trump, Queen Camilla and the Look of the Special Relationship
During the April 2026 state visit, Queen Camilla and First Lady Melania Trump used their wardrobes to underscore the United States‑UK "special relationship." Camilla arrived in a light‑pink Dior coatdress, a label frequently worn by Melania, while Trump’s outfits highlighted patriotic red, white and blue themes. The coordinated fashion choices acted as visual diplomacy, linking royal protocol with the Trump brand. The article highlights how clothing can convey political alignment beyond spoken statements.
Meryl Streep, Anne Hathaway and the ‘Devil Wears Prada’ Cast on the Sequel
The Devil Wears Prada returns for a sequel on May 1, 2026, reuniting original director David Frankel with Meryl Streep, Anne Hathaway, Emily Blunt and Stanley Tucci. The film revisits the iconic fashion magazine Runway, now confronting tech‑driven market upheaval and a fragmented...
Chanel Stages a Met Gala Curtain Raiser
Chanel kicked off its spring‑summer cruise collection in Biarritz, the town where Coco Chanel opened her first shop in 1915. The runway celebrated the 100th anniversary of the iconic Little Black Dress, with artistic director Matthieu Blazy positioning it as...
Should My Bag Really Match My Shoes?
The long‑standing "matchy‑matchy" rule—pairing a handbag with shoes or outfit—originated in post‑war fashion as a shortcut to elegance. It fell out of favor during the 1970s feminist wave and the 1990s rise of the "It bag," which turned the bag...
7 ‘Body Types’ in the Met’s ‘Costume Art’ Fashion Exhibition
The Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Costume Institute has opened “Body Types,” a fashion exhibition curated by Andrew Bolton that showcases seven distinct silhouettes spanning centuries. The show weaves together garments—from Dutch‑era lace bibs to 18th‑century Japanese breastplates and a Degas‑inspired...
The Nerve Center of This Art Fair Isn’t Painting. It’s Couture.
The Independent art fair will relocate to Pier 36 on May 14, more than doubling its footprint and positioning Rei Kawakubo’s Comme des Garçons couture as the event’s centerpiece. The move marks the first solo New York presentation of Kawakubo’s work since her 2017 Met Costume...
Armani Goes Back to the Archive
Giorgio Armani has unveiled Archivio, a curated line of 13 men’s and women’s pieces drawn from the house’s archives and updated for today’s market. The collection features iconic items such as a 1979 pin‑striped alpaca jacket and a 1990s silk‑linen...
Street Style Look of the Week: Airy Beachy Clothes
The Times’ visual columnist Simbarashe Cha spotlights a Manhattan couple whose airy, beach‑inspired outfits blend oversized blue and neutral tones. Kendra Austin, after shedding 100 pounds, credits the transformation for a renewed relationship with clothing, while her partner Sakief Baron infuses hip‑hop, basketball and...
How Do I Style Boots for Warm Weather?
Boots are shedding their winter-only image as fashion leaders and festival culture push them into warm‑weather wardrobes. Influencers like Anna Wintour and Tamara Mellon endorse boots as a polished alternative to sandals, especially for office and urban settings. The trend...
His Watch Brand Is ‘Doing It The Traditional Way’
Watchmaker Love Hunter, a lifelong horology enthusiast, is debuting his eponymous brand’s first timepiece after five years of hand‑crafting. The watch is offered in titanium or 18‑karat gold, with optional skeleton backs and 42‑44 mm Art Deco dials. Nearly every component—from wheels...
With These Watches, It’s Not Just What’s on the Inside That Counts
At Watches and Wonders in Geneva, Hermès, Piaget and Panerai unveiled new skeleton watches, signaling a broader move of high‑end mechanical timepieces into the spotlight. Hermès introduced the H08 Titanium Skeleton, built around an all‑titanium movement (H1978 S) with diamond‑like carbon...
Tackling the Trust Factor for Secondhand Watches
Bezel, an online marketplace for pre‑owned luxury watches, announced it now hosts over $1 billion in listings, marking rapid growth since its 2021 launch. Founder Quaid Walker highlighted the platform’s mission to solve pricing opacity and authenticity concerns that have long...
For the British Watch Brand Bremont, the Next Stop Is the Moon
Bill Ackman’s Pershing Square took a $59 million minority stake in British watchmaker Bremont, valuing the company at over $123 million. The funding round in early 2023 triggered a leadership overhaul, with industry veteran Davide Cerrato installed as CEO. Ackman, drawn by the...
With Every Watch, This Collector Revels in the Story
Jay Liu, a 30‑year‑old Hong Kong‑based collector, guides a reporter through his favorite Tokyo haunts while showcasing his vintage timepieces, including a 1970s white‑gold Rolex Day‑Date gifted in Dubai. His passion for watches began at a New York auction 12 years...
Chanel Takes a Leading Role in Producing Ceramic Watches
Chanel has refreshed its flagship J12 ceramic watch line, adding three new color options and expanded size ranges. The J12, first launched in 2000, remains the brand’s most recognizable timepiece and a symbol of its 40‑year watchmaking heritage. President Frédéric Grangié...
Why Fashion Suddenly Loves Older Women
Fashion’s age barrier is crumbling as major houses spotlight older women on the runway. Vogue’s unprecedented cover featuring 76‑year‑old Meryl Streep and Anna Wintour signaled the shift, while shows from Chanel, Bottega Veneta, Tom Ford, Givenchy, Balenciaga and Louis Vuitton collectively featured dozens...
Universal Genève Returns to the Watch World With New Models
Universal Genève, the historic Swiss watchmaker founded in 1884, re‑emerged this month with a new line of high‑end models after a decades‑long hiatus. The brand was bought by Breitling in late 2023 for roughly $75 million, a deal backed by Swiss...
Watches and Wonders Geneva: A Week in Time
The 2026 Watches and Wonders Geneva fair showcased a wave of heritage revivals, highlighted by Cartier’s re‑issued Roadster, TAG Heuer’s refreshed Monaco Chronograph, and Oris’s new Star Edition. Each model blends classic design cues with modern materials and movements, positioning...
At Tiffany, Watch Design Inspired by Its Own Jewelry Icons
Tiffany & Co. unveiled the Croisillon Paillonné Enamel watch, a limited‑edition timepiece that miniaturizes the iconic 1960s Jackie bracelet into a watch dial. The piece, released in February 2026, translates Jean Schlumberger’s cross‑stitch enamel bangle into a decorative ring encircling the watch...
Designing for Mother Mary, a Fictional Pop Star Who Happens to Be Anne Hathaway
The upcoming film “Mother Mary,” starring Anne Hathaway as a fictional pop star, showcases elaborate costumes created by Bina Daigeler and Dutch couturier Iris van Herpen. The designers fused volcano‑inspired darkness with sequins, crowns, and a signature halo headpiece that nods to...
What Was the Deal With Jack Harlow’s Giant Hat?
Melbourne designer Toby Wright’s Monphell label released a $560 wool "Conductor" hat, a foot‑tall, wobbling headpiece that debuted in Jack Harlow’s "Say Hello" music video. The unconventional silhouette—part chef’s toque, part cartoon—prompted a flood of memes and comments across social...
He Reinvented the Hoodie. (Good Luck Getting One.)
British designer Jake Burt has turned the humble hoodie into a cult‑status item by selling exclusively from a single Saturday‑only shop in London and handling every transaction himself. His collections blend workwear heritage with high‑fashion twists, featuring bold prints like...
He Reinvented the Hoodie. (Good Luck Getting One.)
British designer Jake Burt has reimagined the hoodie with a high‑fashion twist, offering pieces that blend workwear aesthetics with avant‑garde details such as leopard‑print hoods. The garments are sold exclusively at his tiny Saturday‑only shop in London and through in‑person...
Adriano Goldschmied, ‘Godfather’ of Modern Denim, Dies at 82
Italian entrepreneur Adriano Goldschmied, dubbed the "godfather of denim," died at 82 from cancer. Over his six‑decade career he pioneered modern denim techniques and built iconic brands that reshaped the global market. The denim industry now generates over $98 billion annually,...
From Cartier, a Watch Like a Sports Car
Cartier has announced the revival of its Roadster watch, a model originally released in 2002 and discontinued in 2014. The new edition retains the automotive‑inspired aesthetics that defined the first run, echoing mid‑century convertibles and classic sports cars. The reissue...
Geneva Watch Week Seeks to Brighten Watchmaking’s Future
Geneva Watch Week drew tens of thousands of visitors as 65 watchmakers, from giants like Rolex and Patek Philippe to niche ateliers, unveiled new collections. The event highlighted a shift toward ultra‑exclusive, low‑volume pieces, underscored by Jaeger‑LeCoultre’s 20‑piece Gyrotourbillon à Stratosphère...
The TAG Heuer Monaco Evergraph Sparks a Revolution
TAG Heuer is launching the Monaco Evergraph, a reimagined version of its iconic 1960s square‑cased chronograph. The new model replaces traditional wheels, cams, clutches and pinions with flexible bistable components developed over five years by TAG Heuer LAB and Vaucher...
11 Best Coachella 2026 Looks: Justin Justin Bieber, Addison Rae and More
Coachella 2026 turned the desert into a runway, with headline‑making looks from performers and influencers alike. FKA Twigs wowed crowds in a chain‑mail hood that revealed braided red hair, while Addison Rae sparked a social‑media frenzy in a glitter‑laden outfit. Justin Bieber reinforced...
‘We Are Growing’: Fresh Designs Lift Raymond Weil
Raymond Weil, the Swiss accessible‑luxury watchmaker, celebrated its 50th anniversary with a new Geneva boutique, an anniversary collection at Watches and Wonders, and a global Legacy Tour. Morgan Stanley estimates sales climbed to 79 million Swiss francs (about $100 million) in 2025, up...
At Van Cleef & Arpels, Movement and Craftsmanship Tell the Story
At the 2026 Watches & Wonders fair in Geneva, Van Cleef & Arpels distinguished itself by merging a lush, nature‑inspired booth with high‑end horological pieces. The showcase featured the *Naissance de l’Amour* automaton, the updated *Pont des Amoureux* watch, and the newly unveiled...
A New Watch Fair Arrives in Geneva
A coalition of younger watchmakers—including Baltic Watches, Nivada Grenchen, SpaceOne, Furlan Marri and Atelier Wen—created a new independent fair in Geneva after losing their usual hotel space at the Beau‑Rivage. The event, branded under the Chronopolis umbrella, showcases roughly 20...
March LA.B Is a Watch Brand With a Decidedly French Swagger
March LA.B, the French watch label founded in 2009 to bridge the gap between high‑end and entry‑level timepieces, made its debut at the Watches & Wonders Geneva show. The brand offers designs inspired by 1960s‑70s aesthetics, with dimensions that stay...
He Taught Himself Watchmaking and Left the Factory Floor Behind
Chinese self‑taught watchmaker Qian GuoBiao is debuting his AB‑05 Skyline Original and AB‑05S Skyline Sun at the Time to Watches fair in Geneva. The hand‑wound, 39‑mm steel models feature an in‑house skeletonized movement, blue heat‑treated hands and a green leather...
Maybe You’ve Seen This Hat
Two‑tone green‑and‑cream baseball caps have surged from obscurity to a ubiquitous fashion staple across golf, basketball, surf and lifestyle brands. Prices hover between $38 and $48, and many styles sell out within days, prompting owners like Unionwear to note a...
Melania Trump’s Unexpected Easter Look
Melania Trump attended the White House Easter Egg Roll on April 6, 2026, wearing a navy safari jacket and white T‑shirt from Ralph Lauren. The look diverged from her usual preference for European luxury houses, highlighting a deliberate embrace of...
Lola Rykiel Is Selling Women the Pleasure of Clothes
Lola Rykiel, granddaughter of iconic designer Sonia Rykiel, launched Pompom Paris in 2019, centering on pink, marabou, sequins, and a philosophy of "selling pleasure" to women. The label shuns traditional runway shows and seasonal collections, opting for timeless, trend‑agnostic pieces that...
The Artists Embroidering Custom Clothes for Zohran Mamdani, Josh Safdie and Bowen Yang
Emily Simpson, founder of the boutique chain‑stitching studio Chain Smoke, is gaining attention for hand‑embroidering custom apparel for high‑profile clients such as filmmaker Josh Safdie and comedian Bowen Yang. Using a vintage 1966 Singer 114K103 machine, she applies an ancient...
A Diamond-and-Ruby Ring Inspired by Indian Bazaars
Van Cleef & Arpels, founded in 1906, has long catered to royalty, including Indian maharajahs, and its 1947 India voyages sparked a series of culturally inspired pieces. The brand’s recent Treasure Island collection showcases the Charme de Rajasthan ring, featuring an 11.31‑carat diamond...
Should I Stop Dyeing My Gray Hair?
The article explores whether women should stop dyeing gray hair, highlighting the cultural pressure to conceal aging and the growing popularity of online communities like The Gray Book and Silver Revolution, each with over 30,000 members. It cites Nora Ephron’s...
25 of the Best Looks From Fashion Week Fall 2026
The New York Times Styles desk curated 25 favorite runway looks from the Fall 2026 collections showcased across Paris, New York, London and Milan. Staff members, led by fashion director Vanessa Friedman, highlighted standout pieces such as Alaïa’s trapeze coat and a...
The Best Women’s Loafers, at a Range of Prices
T magazine’s “1 Piece, 10 Budgets” column showcases ten women’s loafers ranging from affordable to high‑end, highlighting how designers are reimagining the classic slip‑on for female consumers. The piece notes the loafers’ origins as a men’s staple and traces their evolution toward slimmer silhouettes...
From ‘Traitors’ to the Oscars Red Carpet, Men’s Overalls Are Getting Exposure
Men's overalls have moved from work‑wear basics to high‑visibility fashion statements, appearing on reality‑TV personalities, political candidates, and even male figure skaters. The trend spans denim, leather, and rubber variants, often worn with suspenders and sometimes shirtless, highlighting a blend...
Vanity Fair Oscars After-Party: See the Red Carpet Looks
Vanity Fair’s Oscars after‑party at LACMA adopted a tighter guest policy under new editor Mark Guiducci. The event barred most agents, managers, and brand reps, and even stickered cameras to protect privacy. Guiducci’s aim was to refocus the gathering on...
A Jewelry Designer Who Draws From His Grandmother’s Garden
Thai jewelry designer Sarran Youkongdee channels the flowers of his grandmother’s garden into elaborate, body‑covering pieces. His Rak Ambassador line, a tribute to the Ayutthaya era’s floral aesthetics, debuted at New York Fashion Week. The collection, featuring necklaces, bangles, earrings,...
Ancient Scottish Artifacts Inspire Modern Jewels
Ellis Mhairi Cameron, a Scottish fine jeweler based in London, transforms ancestral clan artifacts into sculptural gold and diamond pieces. Her recent Sgian‑Dubh collection showcases hand‑engraved ceremonial knives set with old‑cut diamonds, while upcoming gold kilt pins continue the heritage theme....
Jewelers Embrace the Bird-Wing Motif
Jewelry designers are embracing a bird‑wing motif this spring, propelled by high‑profile celebrity wear and runway showcases. The trend gained momentum after actress Meghann Fahy displayed $34,000 Tiffany & Company platinum‑diamond earrings, and has since appeared in collections from Chanel, Schiaparelli...
A New Book Explores the Lives and Jewels of 15 Famous Women
“Women and Their Jewels,” a 192‑page volume by David Lelait‑Helo, chronicles the personal collections of fifteen renowned women—from Marie Antoinette to Elizabeth Taylor and Queen Elizabeth II. The book, released in the U.K. last month and slated for a U.S. launch on April 7, pairs...
The Roman Designers Who Turn Architecture Into Jewelry
Co.Ro. Jewels, founded by architects Costanza de Cecco and Giulia Giannini, creates jewelry that distills iconic Italian monuments into wearable miniatures. The brand gained international exposure when Netflix’s Emily in Paris featured its pieces on the character Sylvie, showcasing earrings...
Donna Distefano Recreates Centuries-Old Jewelry for the Frick Collection
Goldsmith Donna Distefano has launched the Frick Collection’s “Off the Canvas” line, crafting jewelry that mirrors pieces depicted in historic portraits by Hans Holbein and Anthony van Dyck. She employs metalworking techniques that trace back to the Etruscans, even melting...
At Foundrae, Jewelry Is Meant to Be Discovered
Foundrae’s Madison Avenue boutique replaces traditional glass cases with "Discovery Drawers," inviting shoppers to physically explore one‑of‑a‑kind pieces. Founder Beth Hutchens emphasizes tactile, experiential retail at a time when luxury buying is increasingly digital. The 11‑year‑old brand has rapidly expanded...