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Brandon Blackwood on Dressing Serena Williams and Designing For StarbucksApril 27, 2023 at 09:30PMYou can’t talk about contemporary fashion without mentioning Brandon Blackwood. The name alone exudes power, but Blackwood has quite the résumé to back up his reputation. He enjoyed a meteoric rise to fame when his “End Systemic Racism” tote went viral in 2020. Just five years later, the New York-based designer, who is of Jamaican and Chinese descent, is now the CEO of a multimillion-dollar company and a CFDA board member and accessories designer of the year nominee.Some of today’s biggest stars across various industries have worn Blackwood’s highly coveted bags, including Cardi B, Megan Thee Stallion, Quinta Brunson, and budding rap star Ice Spice. Blackwood has also crafted ensembles for Sheryl Lee Ralph as she celebrated her first Emmy win and Serena Williams as she walked the 2023 NAACP…

Rihanna’s Denim Dress Has a Slit All the Way Up to Her BumpApril 27, 2023 at 09:30PMRihanna has singlehandedly heralded a new era of maternity style, broadened the scope of inclusive brands with her Savage x Fenty line, and made history as LVMH’s first Black woman designer in 2019. Her career in fashion is worthy of every accolade, but her style is more personal. It represents the 35-year-old Barbadian musician’s ability to think for herself, and convey a message through her clothing.[Rihanna’s] career in fashion is worthy of every accolade, but her style is more personal.She did this by pioneering the naked dress trend in Adam Selman at the 2014 CFDA Fashion Awards, where she was recognized as fashion icon award winner. She followed up in a strategically unbuttoned pink Chanel puffer coat to announce her first pregnancy with partner A$AP Rocky. And…

Rihanna’s Denim Dress Has a Slit All the Way Up to Her BumpApril 27, 2023 at 09:30PMRihanna has singlehandedly heralded a new era of maternity style, broadened the scope of inclusive brands with her Savage x Fenty line, and made history as LVMH’s first Black woman designer in 2019. Her career in fashion is worthy of every accolade, but her style is more personal. It represents the 35-year-old Barbadian musician’s ability to think for herself, and convey a message through her clothing.[Rihanna’s] career in fashion is worthy of every accolade, but her style is more personal.She did this by pioneering the naked dress trend in Adam Selman at the 2014 CFDA Fashion Awards, where she was recognized as fashion icon award winner. She followed up in a strategically unbuttoned pink Chanel puffer coat to announce her first pregnancy with partner A$AP Rocky. And…

Our Top Picks From Targets Future Collective Collection with Alani NoelleApril 27, 2023 at 09:07PMWhen it comes to elevated home decor and furniture, new beauty picks, and on-trend fashion, Target is one of our favorite places to shop. From effortlessly chic slacks like the Wild Fable super-high-rise straight jeans to a textured dupe of those TikTok-famous hoop earrings, Target’s fashion is unparalleled with quality options at affordable price points. Our editors even tried out Target’s Spring 2023 designer line, featuring collections from Fe Noel, Agua Bendita, and Rhode - and we’re obsessed.With Target’s Future Collective, you can experiment with your look and add something unique to your closet. The apparel and accessories line partners with various style and cultural influencers to create a limited edition, trend-driven collection. Target previously worked with former fashion and beauty editor-turned-style expert Kahlana Barfield Brown and NYC-based fashion…

Our Top Picks From Targets Future Collective Collection with Alani NoelleApril 27, 2023 at 09:07PMWhen it comes to elevated home decor and furniture, new beauty picks, and on-trend fashion, Target is one of our favorite places to shop. From effortlessly chic slacks like the Wild Fable super-high-rise straight jeans to a textured dupe of those TikTok-famous hoop earrings, Target’s fashion is unparalleled with quality options at affordable price points. Our editors even tried out Target’s Spring 2023 designer line, featuring collections from Fe Noel, Agua Bendita, and Rhode - and we’re obsessed.With Target’s Future Collective, you can experiment with your look and add something unique to your closet. The apparel and accessories line partners with various style and cultural influencers to create a limited edition, trend-driven collection. Target previously worked with former fashion and beauty editor-turned-style expert Kahlana Barfield Brown and NYC-based fashion…

Ali Wong Honors Her Heritage in a Traditional Vietnamese Dress and HeadpieceApril 27, 2023 at 08:45PMAli Wong paid tribute to her roots during her latest red carpet appearance. The actor stunned in a traditional Vietnamese áo dài while attending the Time100 Gala in New York City on April 26. Wong, who’s of half-Chinese, half-Vietnamese descent, worked with Vietnamese fashion designer Thai Nguyen and stylist Tara Swennen to bring the meaningful garment to life. Featuring intricate beading and feather detailing, Wong’s custom white gown came with dramatic sleeve attachments and a complementary headpiece. Nguyen described the actor as a “Vietnamese Swan Lake Queen” in the showstopping dress, thanking her for “this iconic moment representing the Vietnamese culture and the beauty of the áo dài.” Wong, who landed on Time’s list of 100 honorees this year, has worn Nguyen’s pieces in the past, including a…

Ali Wong Honors Her Heritage in a Traditional Vietnamese Dress and HeadpieceApril 27, 2023 at 08:45PMAli Wong paid tribute to her roots during her latest red carpet appearance. The actor stunned in a traditional Vietnamese áo dài while attending the Time100 Gala in New York City on April 26. Wong, who’s of half-Chinese, half-Vietnamese descent, worked with Vietnamese fashion designer Thai Nguyen and stylist Tara Swennen to bring the meaningful garment to life. Featuring intricate beading and feather detailing, Wong’s custom white gown came with dramatic sleeve attachments and a complementary headpiece. Nguyen described the actor as a “Vietnamese Swan Lake Queen” in the showstopping dress, thanking her for “this iconic moment representing the Vietnamese culture and the beauty of the áo dài.” Wong, who landed on Time’s list of 100 honorees this year, has worn Nguyen’s pieces in the past, including a…

Pamela Anderson Re-Created Her Iconic Red Swimsuit For Her Frankies Bikinis CollabApril 27, 2023 at 08:40PMPamela Anderson has officially declared it a “Baywatch” summer. On April 27, Frankies Bikinis announced a collaboration with Anderson, who has recently been in the spotlight for her candid Netflix documentary. The collection, which will be available online starting May 4, re-created some of her most iconic swimwear looks, taking inspiration from her former “Baywatch” role. The line features 22 pieces total, including a modern version of the red one-piece she wore on the show as lifeguard C.J. Parker. “I have been in a bathing suit for most of my life,” Anderson said in a press release. “I took everything I loved and put them into these pieces - the high-cut leg, one-pieces with buttons, long ties on the bottoms, cute fabrics and colors, and more.” According to…

Pamela Anderson Re-Created Her Iconic Red Swimsuit For Her Frankies Bikinis CollabApril 27, 2023 at 08:40PMPamela Anderson has officially declared it a “Baywatch” summer. On April 27, Frankies Bikinis announced a collaboration with Anderson, who has recently been in the spotlight for her candid Netflix documentary. The collection, which will be available online starting May 4, re-created some of her most iconic swimwear looks, taking inspiration from her former “Baywatch” role. The line features 22 pieces total, including a modern version of the red one-piece she wore on the show as lifeguard C.J. Parker. “I have been in a bathing suit for most of my life,” Anderson said in a press release. “I took everything I loved and put them into these pieces - the high-cut leg, one-pieces with buttons, long ties on the bottoms, cute fabrics and colors, and more.” According to…