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Meet the Founders - and Designers - Behind South Asian New York Fashion WeekSeptember 21, 2023 at 07:00PMSouth Asian design is making its mark on the fashion industry. At New York Fashion Week, we saw a Falguni Shane Peacock collaboration with Law Roach, Naeem Khan’s glamorous beadwork inspired by his Indian background, and Prabal Gurung’s contemporary silhouettes in pastels and metallic tones taking the runway. And that’s just the spring 2024 season. Earlier this year, Dior paid homage to the craftsmanship that the South Asian subcontinent brings to the global fashion community with its fall 2023 show, held in front of the historic Gateway of India. On the red carpet, several celebrities regularly pose in Indian couture, including Cardi B in Gaurav Gupta’s architectural designs or Zendaya wearing her viral sari look by Rahul Mishra. Now, there’s an entire style showcase dedicated to…

The 11 Best Knee-High Boots to Try This SeasonSeptember 21, 2023 at 05:21PMThis season, we’re seeing continued appreciation for knee-high boots. The sleek, sophisticated look is being reinvented to make the silhouette more exciting and fashion-forward, whether it’s with a leather knee-high boot or a Western silhouette with an equestrian vibe. We’ve loved the knee-high shape for a long time, and now it’s back with a distinctly 2023 twist, with everything from a ‘90s-era platform to a metallic, liquid-like finish. If you’re looking for something different from your classic over-the-knee boots that just may provide a bigger flash of skin due to the shorter height, these are the shoes we’re shopping right now. Fall is here, and it’s time to break out the boots.These 11 knee-high styles deserve your attention this season. We like them paired with minidresses, longer silhouettes, perhaps with a…

9 Gray Sweatpants Outfits That Are Comfortable but ElevatedSeptember 21, 2023 at 05:11PMKnowing what to wear with gray sweatpants - aside from the matching sweatshirt, if you own a full set - is a challenge. Styling an outfit that feels fashion-forward, unique, and elevated all at once is easier said than done. Most of us think of our perfect gray sweatpants as the ultimate loungewear, after all. They’re the answer to Netflix-and-chill Friday nights and sluggish Sunday mornings. But this fall and winter, your gray sweatpants outfit is getting a makeover. Whether you’re headed to the movies, brunch, or out to a bar at night (in heels), all of the looks ahead are proof that gray sweatpants can appear polished enough to impress. If your goal is to show off a colorful and splashy new investment bag, take a cue from Shanina Shaik.…

15 Stylish Halloween Costumes You Can Pull Off With a Fur CoatSeptember 20, 2023 at 11:25PMHalloween is just the right time to pull out your faux-fur coats and style them as part of your costume. Aside from the outerwear assisting in keeping you warm and providing an extra layer, a fuzzy jacket is also a stylish one-and-done outfit - whether it comes in a modern crop or a glamorous and retro oversize silhouette. Though some of these Halloween costume ideas involve adding extra accessories to make a convincing case for your chosen character or persona, you won’t have to collect much more than a jacket for your outfit foundation.There are plenty of movie characters synonymous with their iconic coat moments, from Melanie Daniels (played by Tippi Hedren) in 1963’s “The Birds” to Margot Tenenbaum (Gwyneth Paltrow) in 2001’s “The Royal Tenenbaums.” And while…

Yes Sophie Turner Wore TikTok Merch to Dinner With Taylor SwiftSeptember 20, 2023 at 11:10PMPSA: TikTok merch is now acceptable attire for dinner with Taylor Swift. On Sept. 19, Swift and Sophie Turner made headlines for their spontaneous New York City dinner date, linking arms while walking out of Via Carota following the news of Turner’s split from Joe Jonas. Although the two initially sparked interest for the timeliness of their meeting, our eyes were glued to the actor’s unique sweatshirt instead. The design seemed inconspicuous at first, the black sleeves wrapped tightly around her waist to hide any discerning details. Thankfully, as the city temperatures dropped, Turner layered the sweatshirt over her sparkly silver halter top, revealing it to be TikTok merch from content creator Jake Shane (aka octopusslover8). She styled the sweater with baggy gray trousers, light-blue sneakers, and a gold…

10 Cute Old Navy Jackets to Carry You Through FallSeptember 20, 2023 at 10:30PMWhether you’re searching for a jacket to keep you dry or a polished layer to complete an outfit, we’ve got you covered. Old Navy has an impressively versatile selection of outerwear to suit your warmth and style needs at affordable price points. While you could splurge on a single jacket for the season, you might be surprised to see that there are plenty of highly rated options for a fraction of the price of competitor brands. If you’re in the market for something to get you through the impending rainy season, you can choose from a variety of water-resistant jackets that can be dressed up or down. Maybe you’re looking for a lightweight cover-up to throw over your workout sets or a tailored blazer you can layer over a dress…

11 Best Sweatpants That Are Both Cute and ComfortableSeptember 20, 2023 at 09:55PMEver since the pandemic, one item of clothing has slowly become much more abundant within our closets: sweatpants. While the wardrobe essential certainly isn’t new to mainstream fashion, it’s become more prominent over the last few years with the rise of remote work and our general obsession with all things comfy. There’s something that’s just so easy and wonderful about slipping into a cozy pair of sweatpants, and the style has even be reimagined in recent seasons to be much more versatile - there are sweatpants for lounging, athletic sweatpants that you can wear while working out, and even cute sweatpants that can be dressed up for more formal occasions. If you’re looking to invest in something a bit more low-key than your favorite worn-in jeans - but still a bit…

Everything to Know About the Engagement Rings on “Love Is Blind”September 20, 2023 at 09:06PMIf you’re a fan of Netflix’s “Love Is Blind,” then you may be curious about the engagement rings, which are either chosen on set or brought in (Kyle Abrams presented his mom’s ring to Shaina Hurley during season two, for example). Knowing that on “The Bachelor” and “The Bachelorette” the jewelry is entirely provided by Neil Lane, you have to wonder how much shopping the men on “LIB” could possibly be getting done outside of the pods, where they’re holed up from the outside world. What’s more, if you’re looking closely, you may notice similarities in some of the women’s engagement rings. In fact, in season one, it appeared Lauren Speed, Jessica Batten, and Amber Pike wore identical rings following their proposals.According to Netflix, all the men are presented…