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The Fashion Show Will Go On. But How?
Posted on September 10 2020
On December 31, 2019, health officials documented the planet's first cluster of novel coronavirus cases. Ten weeks later, on March 11, 2020, the World Health Organization declared a state of pandemic. In the window between those two dates, the world played host to 4,617 new COVID-19 cases and 280 ...
Pyer Moss's Kerby Jean-Raymond Announces New Kering-Backed Venture
Posted on September 10 2020
Kerby Jean-Raymond, founder and designer at Pyer Moss, is one of American fashion's brightest lights. And now, he's announcing a venture that goes beyond just fashion, with a little help from French luxury conglomerate Kering: a new platform called Your Friends in New York. YFINY will "merge ...
Walmart Launches New In-House Brand With Eloquii
Posted on September 10 2020
On Thursday, Eloquii and Walmart announced a new element to their partnership, following the latter's acquisition of the plus-size retailer in 2018: a private label brand. Eloquii Elements is Walmart's latest in-house line, joining a roster of brands that includes Scoop, Time and Tru, Terra ...
Joseph Altuzarra Cast the Women in His Life to Model His Fall 2020 Collection
Posted on September 09 2020
Over the past few months, we've seen brands eschew professional models to appear in their ad campaigns in favor of friends, muses and even employees. For Fall 2020, Joseph Altuzarra went in an even more personal direction, enlisting the women in his life to be the faces of his ...
Refinery29 Hires Former Facebook Exec Simone Oliver as New Editor in Chief
Posted on September 09 2020
Refinery29 has hired a new global editor in chief: former Facebook and Instagram executive Simone Oliver. She will start her new position on September 30, according to a report from the New York Times. In the past, Oliver was employed at the New York Times, where she served as the ...
Must Read: Cynthia Erivo Covers 'InStyle' Beauty Issue, Chris Benz Exits J.Crew
Posted on September 09 2020
These are the stories making headlines in fashion on Wednesday. Cynthia Erivo covers InStyle's Beauty IssueShe's a multi-talented, multi- (and we mean multi) award winning actor and singer, and now, Cynthia Erivo is on the cover of InStyle's beauty issue. In an accompanying interview with Saatchi ...
Man Repeller Is Now Repeller — Just Repeller
Posted on September 09 2020
The site previously known as Man Repeller will now simply be known as Repeller. In a post published on Wednesday titled "Notice Anything Different Around Here?," the editorial team reintroduced its readers to the publication, through a new look and a new name. "These updates are just ...
'Vogue' Announces Updated Lineup and Virtual Format for 4th Forces of Fashion Conference
Posted on September 09 2020
For the past three years, American Vogue has brought together the most talked-about and compelling figures in fashion for a two-day conference in New York City. Forces of Fashion was slated to take place on Oct. 19 and 20. at Spring Studios, but on Wednesday, the Condé Nast title ...
Kim Jones Is the New Creative Director at Fendi
Posted on September 09 2020
On Wednesday morning, Fendi announced it had hired Kim Jones — currently creative director of Dior Homme — to replace Karl Lagerfeld, who died last year, as artistic director of haute couture, ready-to-wear and fur collections for women. Since Lagerfeld's passing in 2019, Silvia Venturini ...
Must Read: Chrissy Teigen Covers 'Marie Claire,' The Pros and Cons of Dressing Politicians
Posted on September 08 2020
These are the stories making headlines in fashion on Tuesday. Chrissy Teigen covers Marie Claire Chrissy Teigen fronts the fall 2020 issue of Marie Claire in a billowy, scarlet Balmain gown. Her interview with Alyse Whitney inside the magazine is equally as bold as the fashion worn on the ...
Chloe X Halle Talk About the Power of Black Music in New Cosmopolitan Cover Story
Posted on September 08 2020
The drop of Chloe x Halle's newest album "Ungodly Hour" was a bright spot in a year that desperately needs more bright spots. Their VMAs performance was the best thing to happen to the digital version of the awards show. And now the musical duo have something else to brighten their fans' day: A new ...
Katie Grand Is Reportedly Leaving 'Love'
Posted on September 04 2020
On Instagram Friday afternoon, the prolific editor and stylist Katie Grand shared a post that seemingly signified the end of her time at Love, the magazine she founded in 2009. "Where to begin (and what a way to end)?" the caption begins. Grand goes on to reflect on her first issue of the ...
Must Read: Designers Are Turning to Leftover Fabric for Spring 2021 Collections, Dover Street Market Gives Vaquera a Lifeline
Posted on September 04 2020
These are the stories making headlines in fashion on Friday. Designers are turning to leftover fabric for Spring 2021 collectionsVogue's Emily Farra caught up with designers Gabriela Hearst and Marina Moscone to see how they're getting resourceful for Spring 2021. Hearst's upcoming collection ...
Must Read: Glossier Announces Black-Owned Beauty Business Grant Recipients, Meet Teen Vogue's Generation Next 2020 Designers
Posted on September 03 2020
These are the stories making headlines in fashion on Thursday. Glossier announces 16 recipients in its inaugural Grant Initiative for Black-Owned Beauty BusinessesOn Wednesday, Glossier revealed the 16 brands (out of almost 10,000 applicants) that would receive grants of $10,000, $30,000 or ...
For the Sustainable Fashion Movement to Scale, Climate Information Needs to Be Available In More Languages
Posted on September 03 2020
If you have any interest in the environmental and social impact of your clothing — and the fact that you clicked on this article suggests that you do — think about where that interest started for you. Was it through a news piece on labor abuse in factories? An Instagram post about how much ...
See Every Product in Selena Gomez's Rare Beauty Makeup Line
Posted on September 03 2020
The rise of the celebrity beauty brand is alive and well in 2020, just in case there were any doubts. The latest example comes courtesy of Selena Gomez, in the form of color cosmetics brand Rare Beauty, which makes its official debut on Thursday. Touted as a "mission-driven brand," Rare Beauty ...
Fashion Bands Together to Register Voters Ahead of the 2020 Election
Posted on September 02 2020
On Thursday, a collective of designers, brand founders and industry leaders are launching a campaign to register one million voters by September 22 (which is National Voter Registration Day in the U.S.) and then ensure they cast their votes in November. Led by Studio 189's Abrima Erwiah, in ...
Must Read: What Happened to Need Supply and Totokaelo, Designers Reflect on the Future of Fashion
Posted on September 02 2020
These are the stories making headlines in fashion on Wednesday. What happened to Need Supply and TotokaeloThe already-challenged retail sector has been hit hard by the coronavirus. Need Supply and Totokaelo are the latest boutiques to close up shop, facing a lack of reserves and an increasingly ...
Great Outfits in Fashion History: Keke Palmer in Chromat
Posted on September 02 2020
There are perfectly good celebrity style moments, and then there are the looks that really stick with you, the ones you try desperately to recreate at home. In 'Great Outfits in Fashion History,' Fashionista editors are revisiting their all-time favorite lewks. Chromat is a brand best known for ...
Must Read: Chadwick Boseman's Impact on Male Celebrity Style, Exploring Fashion's 'Lost Season'
Posted on September 01 2020
These are the stories making headlines in fashion on Tuesday. An appreciation of Chadwick Boseman's impact on male celebrity styleTom + Lorenzo paid homage to Chadwick Boseman after his tragic passing by taking a look back at his many bold style choices. The post asserts that he "redefined ...
Valentino Opts to Show in Milan Rather Than Paris This Season
Posted on September 01 2020
Valentino might be an Italian brand, but for years it has shown at Paris Fashion Week. This season, in light of Covid-19, that's changing: The brand will show its co-ed Spring 2021 collection at Milan Fashion Week on September 27. In explaining the reasoning for the decision, the brand cited the ...
Must Read: The September Issue in Flux, Retailers Respond to Consumer Interest in Black-Owned Businesses
Posted on August 31 2020
These are the stories making headlines in fashion on Monday. The September issue is changingThe September issue is typically a magazine's largest and most important of the year — but in a year as politically fraught as this one, sticking with the usual celebrity cover isn't necessarily a surefire ...
What Everyone Wore to the 2020 Virtual MTV VMAs
Posted on August 31 2020
The 2020 MTV Video Music Awards were the first major U.S. award show to take place amid the Covid-19 pandemic. Normally a highly-publicized, star-studded blowout, the event took place virtually: Select segments and performances filmed in New York City, but for the most part, celebrities ...
Rosalía Named Newest MAC Viva Glam Ambassador
Posted on August 31 2020
Spanish musician Rosalía is the newest ambassador for MAC's Viva Glam line, the brand announced on Monday. In taking on the role of ambassador, she follows in the footsteps of a range of other performers and pop culture stars including Nicki Minaj, Lady Gaga, Ariana Grande and RuPaul. Rosalía will ...
Must Read: Can Paris Fashion Week Survive a Second Coronavirus Wave, Black Women Share Personal Hair Stories
Posted on August 28 2020
These are the stories making headlines in fashion on Friday. Can Paris Fashion Week survive a second wave of coronavirus?French fashion houses such as Louis Vuitton and Chanel have remained steadfast in their plans to put on live shows this fall during Paris Fashion Week, despite rising numbers of ...
More Brands Are Turning to Their Own Employees to Model Campaigns
Posted on August 27 2020
On Thursday, Acne Studios released its Fall 2020 campaign. Photographed by Anders Edström at the brand's headquarters in Stockholm, it centers on suiting and puppies. (Seriously: Some pieces in the collection featured dog artwork by British artist Lydia Blakeley, so Acne Studios naturally ...
Must Read: The Lawmakers Fighting to Make Hair Discrimination Illegal, Where Do Handbags Go From Here?
Posted on August 27 2020
These are the stories making headlines in fashion on Thursday. Meet the lawmakers fighting to make hair discrimination illegalAs part of Glamour's September 2020 "Our Hair Issue," Taylor Bryant profiled the legislators behind the Crown (Creating a Respectful and Open World for Natural Hair) ...
Tracee Ellis Ross Stars on Elle.com's Inaugural 'State of Black Beauty' Cover
Posted on August 27 2020
On Thursday, Elle.com introduced its inaugural installment of The State of Black Beauty, a franchise the publication describes as "an ongoing exploration of — and destination for — beauty at the intersection of Black culture." For its debut, Tracee Ellis Ross stars in a series of (frankly, ...
Must Read: How Paloma Elsesser Found Her Voice, Jil Sander Is Restarting Her Collaboration with Uniqlo
Posted on August 26 2020
These are the stories making headlines in fashion on Wednesday. How Paloma Elsesser found her voiceOver the past few years, Paloma Elsesser has established herself not only as an incredible model, but also as a force for change and an advocate inside the fashion industry for those who haven't ...
Great Outfits in Fashion History: Zoe Saldana in the Prabal Gurung Dress That Started It All
Posted on August 26 2020
There are perfectly good celebrity style moments, and then there are the looks that really stick with you, the ones you try desperately to recreate at home. In 'Great Outfits in Fashion History,' Fashionista editors are revisiting their all-time favorite lewks. At this point, Prabal Gurung is ...
Gigi Hadid Shows Off Baby Bump With Ethereal At-Home Photoshoot
Posted on August 26 2020
When model Gigi Hadid first confirmed in April that she was pregnant with her boyfriend Zayn Malik's baby, followers all over the world asked to see pictures. But for the most part, Hadid has kept her pregnancy private. She first gave her fans a glimpse of her baby bump on Instagram Live in ...
Meghan Markle Wore a Thing: Anine Bing Pants Edition
Posted on August 26 2020
Ever since announcing her engagement to Prince Harry, the world's eyes have been fixed on Meghan Markle — and her style. We'll be following the Meghan Markle Effect™ with our column, "Meghan Markle Wore a Thing." Over the past few weeks, Meghan Markle has made a handful of (virtual) appearances to ...
Must Read: 'Glamour''s September Cover Spotlights the Fight Against the Policing of Black Hair, KCD and CAA Launch Joint Venture
Posted on August 25 2020
These are the stories making headlines in fashion on Tuesday. Glamour's September cover spotlights the fight against the policing of Black hairGlamour's September 2020 cover story, which is written by Ashley Alese Edwards, spotlights six women from diverse job backgrounds who have all experienced ...
Aurora James Is One of Two 'Vogue' September Issue Covers
Posted on August 25 2020
This year, the closely-watched, much-anticipated September issue of Vogue is breaking precedent. Firstly, all 26 editions of the Condé Nast glossy are united by a singular focus: exploring the theme of hope. Then, instead of putting a photograph of a high-profile celebrity on the cover, Vogue ...
Must Read: Breonna Taylor Covers September Issue of 'Vanity Fair', AOC Wore a Telfar Bag
Posted on August 24 2020
These are the stories making headlines in fashion on Monday. Breonna Taylor covers September issue of Vanity Fair Vanity Fair's September issue features a painting of Breonna Taylor on the cover and an interview with her mother, Tamika Palmer, as the feature story, written by Ta Nehisi-Coates. ...
Must Read: Tiktok's Strawberry Dress Highlights How Fatphobia Still Dominates Fashion, Meena Harris Talks Political Dressing
Posted on August 21 2020
These are the stories making headlines in fashion on Friday. TikTok's Strawberry Dress highlights how fatphobia still dominates fashionBefore Lirika Matoshi's Strawberry Midi Dress took over TikTok, the pastel pink tulle garment was spotted on several curvy influencers, as well as on Tess ...
Must Read: Chanel Debuts Eyewear E-Commerce, Industry Figures Launch New Mentorship Effort to Support Black Talent
Posted on August 20 2020
These are the stories making headlines in fashion on Thursday. Chanel launches e-commerce for its eyewearStarting on Aug. 20, shoppers can purchase Chanel glasses straight from the source. The French fashion house unveiled a new U.S. e-commerce page dedicated to its eyeglasses. (Previously, you ...
The World's Tallest Mountains Are Covered in Trash, So Bally Is Cleaning Them Up
Posted on August 20 2020
Mountains matter, and they matter to all of us. Maybe you actively advocate for a cleaner world, of which mountains are a crucial part. Or maybe you just really enjoy skiing their snow-capped peaks a handful of times each winter. Whomever you are and however deeply you appreciate mountains, ...
Must Read: How Gen Z Thinks About Beauty, Fans Clamor for Michelle Obama's 'Vote' Necklace
Posted on August 19 2020
These are the stories making headlines in fashion on Wednesday. How Gen Z thinks about beautyIn a story for The New York Times, Rachel Strugatz speaks with members of Gen Z to find out how they're shopping for beauty and what that means for brands looking to court their dollars. Whether it's ...
Great Looks in Fashion History: Catherine O'Hara in 'Beetlejuice'-Inspired Marc Jacobs
Posted on August 19 2020
There are perfectly good celebrity style moments, and then there are the looks that really stick with you, the ones you try desperately to recreate at home. In 'Great Outfits in Fashion History,' Fashionista editors are revisiting their all-time favorite lewks. I really appreciate when a celebrity ...
Mehry Mu Is the Latest Cult-Favorite Handbag Label to Watch
Posted on August 19 2020
The handbag industry has changed drastically over the past decade, evolving from an era of status-carrying luxury "It" bags to the proliferation of independent, contemporary-priced accessories brands that owe a great deal of their success to Instagram. Designer Günes Mutlu has seen this shift ...
Must Read: Michelle Obama's 'VOTE' Necklace Went Viral, Holding Retailers Responsible for Wage Theft in Garment Factories
Posted on August 18 2020
These are the stories making headlines in fashion on Tuesday. Michelle Obama's DNC 'VOTE' necklace went viralAs Americans reflect on Michelle Obama's powerful address from the DNC on Monday, Vanessa Friedman of The New York Times — along with much of the internet — has turned her ...
The Supima Design Competition Is Going Digital This Year — With Law Roach Hosting
Posted on August 18 2020
It would be an understatement to say this is a tough time to be graduating from fashion school. With companies big and small tightening their belts, opportunities are scarce. And with large, in-person events rightfully deemed unsafe, getting your work seen on a large platform also presents ...
Glossier Accused of Racism by Former Employees
Posted on August 17 2020
Glossier is the latest brand to be accused of racism and troubling company culture by former employees, joining the likes of Everlane, Reformation and Refinery29. The accusations surfaced when a group of former retail employees formed a collective called Outta the Gloss and published an open letter ...
Telfar Introduces 'Bag Security Program' for Its Beloved Shopping Bags
Posted on August 17 2020
Telfar wants to make sure you're able to secure its viral, beloved signature tote bags. In response to the heightened popularity of its signature Shopping Bag — and recent issues with bots swarming its highly-anticipated restocks — the brand announced the Bag Security ...
Must Read: Martin Margiela Breaks His Silence in New Documentary, Ralph Lauren on Diversity
Posted on August 17 2020
These are the stories making headlines in fashion on Monday. New documentary probes the mysterious Martin Margiela Martin Margiela is famously anti-fame. And though a new documentary on the legendary designer keeps his face hidden throughout the film, it uncovers other aspects of his life and ...
Supreme Is Collaborating With Pat McGrath on a Red Lipstick
Posted on August 17 2020
In just the past few years, skateboarding and streetwear brand Supreme has collaborated with the likes of Louis Vuitton, Barbour, MetroCards, The New York Post, Lacoste and Comme des Garçons and Nike simultaneously, among many others. So why not apply all ...
Must Read: 'W' Strikes Deal With Bustle Digital Group, Jeffrey Campbell's 'Lita' Shoe Is 10 Years Old
Posted on August 14 2020
These are the stories making headlines in fashion on Friday. 'W' strikes deal with Bustle Digital GroupW magazine, which will now be known as "W Media," has struck a deal with Bustle Digital Group to serve as its new "operating partner." The publication's editor-in-chief Sara Moonves also ...
Must Read: Why Everyone's Loving Bike Shorts, How to Close the Influencer Pay Gap
Posted on August 13 2020
These are the stories making headlines in fashion on Thursday. Why everyone's loving bike shorts in quarantineIn the New York Times, Eliza Brooke explores the bike shorts phenomenon and how it's only grown amid the pandemic. She talks to several bike shorts enthusiasts about the virtues of the ...
Must Read: Brother Vellies Collaborates With 'When We All Vote,' Making E-Commerce Sustainable
Posted on August 12 2020
These are the stories making headlines in fashion on Wednesday. Brother Vellies collaborates with 'When We All Vote'Aurora James has proven herself a force to be reckoned with, both as a fashion designer and an activist, and her latest collaboration is no exception. Under her Brother Vellies label, ...