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 platforms. Wright admitted the viral reaction surprised him, noting he spent days scrolling through the online chatter. The hat’s eccentricity has turned a niche fashion item into a pop‑culture talking point.
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...
The Jewelry Industry Is Taking a Wild Ride as Gold and Silver Prices Soar
Gold prices have rocketed from $2,850 to over $5,500 per ounce in just two months, while silver surged 60% before retreating sharply. The rapid swings have left jewelers scrambling to adjust pricing, with some brands revising rates three times in...
The Bolo Remains Popular Beyond Cowboys
The bolo tie, once a staple of Southwestern formalwear, is gaining mainstream traction after high‑profile pop‑culture moments like Beyoncé’s Cowboy Carter tour. Designer Luke Longfellow of Nighthorse reports a sales surge and has launched the luxury Rock Art collection, priced from...
Off the Runway at Paris Fashion Week
Nour Hammour, the Paris‑based shearling and leather label, opened a salon‑style showroom in the Triangle d’Or during Paris Fashion Week, capitalising on unusually mild weather that boosted outerwear demand. The brand’s best‑selling Sima coat has become a staple from Vail...
Miuccia Prada at Miu Miu Made Dressing Easy. Nicolas Ghesquière at Louis Vuitton Did Not.
Miu Miu’s spring show, led by Miuccia Prada, championed a stripped‑down aesthetic, urging that dressing should be effortless and centered on the body. The collection featured simple slip dresses, jersey jackets and bold accessories, reinforcing a minimalist ethos. In contrast, Louis Vuitton’s...
Swaine London Embraces Handmade British Tradition
British luxury house Swaine London, tracing roots to 1750 and relaunched in 2023, is doubling down on handmade British craftsmanship. The company operates three labels—Swaine leather goods, Brigg umbrellas, and Herbert Johnson hats—each produced in‑house in London or nearby Syston....
Scarf Anxieties
A recent Instagram video critiquing how to wear scarves has sparked a broader conversation about the dramatic neck accessories featured in this season’s runway shows from Celine, Loewe and Givenchy. Designers are presenting oversized, sometimes respiratorily restrictive scarves that double...
Trade Your Smartphone for an ’80s-Style Digital Watch
Digital watches inspired by the 1970s and 1980s are experiencing a revival, highlighted in T Magazine’s “1 Piece, 10 Budgets” column. The feature showcases three models ranging from $45 to $109: Skechers’ water‑resistant red digital, Casio’s gold‑toned stainless‑steel piece popularized...
How Did the Naked Dressing Trend Start on the Red Carpet?
Jennifer Lawrence’s sheer Givenchy gown at the 2026 Golden Globes reignited the naked dress trend on the red carpet, prompting a cascade of ultra‑transparent looks at the Grammys and other awards. The style, which emphasizes minimal coverage and strategic embroidery,...
At Paris Fashion Week, Some Intrepid Spirits Are Keeping It Weird.
Paris Fashion Week’s mainstream shows have drawn criticism for bland, homogenous aesthetics, prompting a spotlight on a handful of independent designers who embrace the bizarre. Labels such as Vaquera, Hodakova, Matières Fécales, Zomer, Marie Adam‑Leenaerdt and Mame Kuroguchi presented collections featuring green pubic‑hair...
Sandal Season Is Coming. Here Are Our Picks.
Spring 2026 ushers in a resurgence of fisherman‑style sandals and slide shoes for men, positioning them as seasonal essentials. Luxury houses Bottega Veneta, Manolo Blahnik, Allen Edmonds, John Lobb and Dior are highlighted for their distinct designs, ranging from woven criss‑cross slides to leather...
At Tom Ford, Haider Ackermann Dresses Adult Desire
Haider Ackermann’s debut at Tom Ford presented a collection that fused sharp power suiting with transparent vinyl and lace, exposing the sensual layers beneath corporate silhouettes. The runway featured white safari jackets, double‑breasted black suits, low‑slung trousers, and clear raincoats that...
‘Love Story’ Fans Can Buy Carolyn Bessette Kennedy’s Wardrobe in Online Auction
An online auction is offering several garments worn by Carolyn Bessette Kennedy, including the black Yohji Yamamoto dress she wore to the White House in 1998. The sale is timed to capitalize on renewed public fascination sparked by the FX...
At Milan Fashion Week, Blanket Statements From Jil Sander and Bottega Veneta
At Milan Fashion Week, designers embraced "blanket statements"—oversized coats, shawls, and knitwear that mimic the comfort of bedding. Jil Sander set the tone with a cream dress resembling an upholstered mattress, while Bottega Veneta introduced fuzzy, hair‑like textures. The trend...
At Gucci: Bodies, Bodies, Bodies From Demna
Gucci’s Fall 2026 runway, Demna’s first full‑scale show, debuted on Feb 28, 2026, aiming to revive the brand’s iconic 1990s allure. Set inside a faux museum, the presentation featured sculptural marble backdrops and a provocative aesthetic reminiscent of Tom Ford’s 1995 revival. Kate Moss returned...
Can Demna Save Gucci?
Gucci’s sales have plunged, prompting the luxury group to install Demna as its new creative director. The New York Times profile paints his Milan office as a stark, black‑walled corridor meant to symbolize a brand reset. Demna’s eclectic décor –...