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How Presidents and First Ladies Have Celebrated Fourth of July at the White House Through the Years
Aside from the crowds that will turn out Thursday night to watch the fireworks that will festoon over the National Mall in Washington, D.C., millions more will have their eyes peeled on President Joe Biden and the first lady throughout the White House’s Fourth of July festivities. As the...
Emerging Brands Are Giving Men’s Skirts an Air of Machismo Gorpcore and Utility Influences
Menswear might be embracing softer airs, but ironically the skirts are toughening up.How to Make the Transition From Cowboy-core to Boho Revival It’s safe to say guys wearing them entered the mainstream fashion consciousness on actors and athletes like Danny Levy, Pete Davidson and Russell Westbrook, all of whom worked their calves for the cameras in Thom Browne’s preppy knife-pleated pencils. While Browne certainly didn’t invent the male skirt (notable pioneers include Jean Paul Gaultier, Malcolm McLaren and Rei Kawakubo) his role in catapulting it to the major trend it is today is undeniable. And it’s only gaining traction. According to data...
Viral Retail Theft Sign Near Louis Vuitton in San Francisco Was Removed by Police
Retail theft is increasingly a concern for some major chains and elected officials in different parts of the country. And the varying degrees of penalties for shoplifting in different states continue to be a contentious issue.Goop Unveils New Retail Concept With Marin Country Store A recent social media post of a phony sign that appeared to be outside of the Louis Vuitton store in downtown San Francisco has further stoked that debate. Designed to resemble a municipal-issued street sign, it read, “NOTICE: Stolen goods must remain under $950.” The sign appeared to mock California’s retail theft law, which is considered a...
Hannah Waddingham Gives Summertime Florals a Whimsical Spin With Sleeveless Elie Saab Dress for Wimbledon Day Three
Hannah Waddingham joined a bevy of A-list stars and celebrities who attended Wimbledon on Wednesday in London. The Emmy-winning “Ted Lasso” star put her own spin on summertime florals in a sleeveless maxidress at the Grand Slam tennis tournament. The History of Princess Diana's Wedding Dress: All About the Designers, the Lost Backup Gown and That Record-breaking Train For the occasion, Waddingham wore a selection from Elie Saab’s resort 2024 collection. The eclectic dress featured a cascading floral motif in shades of purple, with visible green leaves on the skirt and darker, contrasting shades of black on the halter neckline and...
Why Women Still Strive for Gender Equality in the Design World
MILAN — Women have undoubtedly helped shape architecture and design as we know it. Formafantasma Inks Partnership With Maison Perrier-Jouët Charlotte Perriand, Ray Eames, Zaha Hadid and Patricia Urquiola are just a few women who have pioneered change in a design world dominated by men. Yet it is only recently that many of their careers and work have come into the spotlight, in an effort to highlight the essential role women have played in the evolution of modern design, both in creative and business terms. This month, Paris trade show Maison&Objet unveiled the first creative and business network of the design industry dedicated...
Eva Jospin Brings Dior-commissioned Embroidery Work to Versailles Palace
PARIS — When artist Eva Jospin first unveiled her monumental foray into embroidery at Dior’s fall 2021 haute couture show, she explained that the intricate creation was inspired by seeing the Embroidery Room at the Palazzo Colonna in Rome.Remembering the Artist June Leaf in Her Own Words Now her 120-foot-long artwork “The Silk Room” has landed in a majestic setting of its own: the Orangery at the Palace of Versailles. At a cocktail on Tuesday night, visitors strolled the length of the building’s central gallery, under a 43-foot-high vaulted ceiling, to take in the intricacies of the imaginary landscape rendered in more...
A Look Back at Princess Diana’s Wedding Dress [PHOTOS]
When Princess Diana walked down the aisle with Prince Charles in 1981, her extravagant wedding gown — designed by David and Elizabeth Emanuel — helped solidify her status as a fashion icon. Crafted from ivory silk taffeta and antique Carrickmacross lace, which had previously belonged to Diana’s great...
Formafantasma Inks Partnership With Maison Perrier-Jouët
MILAN — The sort of élan Formafantasma, the Milan- and Rotterdam, Netherlands-based design studio has brought to design, jewelry and fashion brands like Flos, Bitossi, Max Mara and Bulgari has now caught the eye of the world of spirits. EXCLUSIVE: Jaden's Smith's Eco Luggage Brand Is Collaborating With MCM On Wednesday, French Champagne-maker Maison Perrier-Jouët said it tapped the firm to pioneer a project dedicated to biodiversity in the Champagne region. Maison Perrier-Jouët was founded there in 1811 by Pierre-Nicolas Perrier and Rose-Adélaïde Jouët and is known for its well-rounded flavors and floral notes. In a statement, the firm said Formafantasma’s founders Simone Farresin...
Formafantasma Inks Partnership With Maison Perrier-Jouët
MILAN — The sort of élan Formafantasma, the Milan- and Rotterdam, Netherlands-based design studio has brought to design, jewelry and fashion brands like Flos, Bitossi, Max Mara and Bulgari has now caught the eye of the world of spirits. EXCLUSIVE: Jaden's Smith's Eco Luggage Brand Is Collaborating With MCM On Wednesday, French Champagne-maker Maison Perrier-Jouët said it tapped the firm to pioneer a project dedicated to biodiversity in the Champagne region. Maison Perrier-Jouët was founded there in 1811 by Pierre-Nicolas Perrier and Rose-Adélaïde Jouët and is known for its well-rounded flavors and floral notes. In a statement, the firm said Formafantasma’s founders Simone Farresin...
Dover Street Market Collaborates With Australia’s Sorry Thanks I Love You
DOVER SOUL: Dover Street Market’s tentacles are stretching down to Australia.Pharrell Williams' Humanrace and Dover Street Parfums Market Are Collaborating From now until July 28, Los Angeles-based artist Brett Westfall — who is part of the DSM Paris Brand Development incubator program — is staging a takeover the Sorry Thanks I Love You boutique and adjoining café located in the Westfield Sydney mall. Inspired by Californian roadside strawberry stands, the installation is made entirely from found objects such as wooden freight pallets and discarded bicycles, with Westfall’s fall 2024 collection of tie-dyed graphic hoodies, T-shirts and streetwear hanging throughout the space. The café...
Sophie, Duchess of Edinburgh Dons Light Blue Roland Mouret Maxidress for King Charles’ Garden Party During Royal Family’s Visit to Scotland
Sophie, Duchess of Edinburgh joined members of the British royal family for a visit to Scotland on Tuesday. The royal fashioned a dress ideal for the summertime season and accessorized with elements that elevated her dress for the Sovereign’s Garden Party. The History of Princess Diana's Wedding Dress: All About the Designers, the Lost Backup Gown and That Record-breaking Train For the occasion, the Duchess of Edinburgh styled a dress courtesy of Roland Mouret. The light blue, short-sleeve maxidress featured a bow detail on the shoulder of the knit dress. The frock included a slightly cinched waist and hemline to...
Angela Simmons ‘Deeply Regrets’ Carrying Gun-shaped Purse at the BET Awards; Casze Atelier Issues Apology Statement
Angela Simmons, daughter of Run-D.M.C. founder Joseph Simmons and niece of music executive Russell Simmons, faced backlash online after accessorizing with a gun-shaped clutch at the BET Awards on Sunday.BET Awards Standout Fashion Moments From Nicki Minaj, Janet Jackson, Beyoncé and More Through the Years The entrepreneur walked the red carpet in a strapless beaded gown by Casze Atelier, completing her look with a bedazzled purse by the brand, which resembled a pistol. “A gun purse doesn’t ever seem appropriate, especially at the BET Awards, a show dedicated to the Black community, a community that is predominantly affected by gun violence in devastating...
How the Miami Grand Prix Became Fashion’s Hottest Place to Be
Having completed its third year, the Miami Grand Prix has finally raced to win at the checkered flag. Since its inception, the first U.S. race on the calendar has continued to find ways to build upon its initial hype. And alongside these improvements for Formula 1 fans and drivers/teams, brands in fashion, beauty and lifestyle space have only gotten more invested in attending and activating at the Grand Prix.The History of Princess Diana's Wedding Dress: All About the Designers, the Lost Backup Gown and That Record-breaking Train According to ESPN, ABC’s broadcasting of the Sunday race on May 5 was the...
Queen Camilla Favors Summertime Florals in Two Fiona Clare Looks and Wears Brooch From Queen Elizabeth II’s Collection During a Visit to Scotland
Queen Camilla joined members of the British royal family for a trip to Edinburgh, Scotland, to commemorate Holyrood Week, or Royal Week, and celebrate Scottish culture on Tuesday. For the occasion, the queen consort fashioned two looks from one of her go-to designers and accessorized with a sentimental brooch from Queen Elizabeth II’s collection. Getting Ready With Halle Bailey at the 2024 BET Awards: The Details Behind Her Backless Avellano Dress, Prepping With Core Hydration and Emphasis on 'Fun' For the celebration of individuals who promote Scottish Literacy at the Palace of Holyroodhouse, Queen Camilla wore a white dress with a...
LVMH Métiers d’Art Partners With Celebrity-favorite Accessories Brand Aupen
Aupen, the buzzy fashion accessories brand worn by celebrities such as Beyoncé, Taylor Swift, Hailey Bieber, Jennifer Lawrence and Kylie Jenner, has formed a partnership with LVMH Métiers d’Art, as part of its plan to shift its entire production base to France.Why Women Still Strive for Gender Equality in the Design World Founded in November 2022, Aupen paused its production in May, keeping its sales and customer service operational to follow up with after care sales, refunds or returns. The brand makes eco-luxury bags retailing from $180 to $420 and had also expanded into jewelry and calfskin leather bags. Its bags,...
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