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Queen Elizabeth II Leaves Behind a Historic Fashion LegacySeptember 08, 2022 at 10:00PMQueen Elizabeth II has died at the age of 96, according to a statement released by Buckingham Palace on Sept. 8. The long-reigning monarch was placed under medical supervision at Balmoral Castle, and passed away in the presence of her loved ones - including Prince Charles who will soon be crowned the king of England.In 1952, at age 25, she ascended to the throne following the passing of her father, King George VI. During her decades-long reign, she consistently used fashion to express her personality and, to some degree, to reflect the state of the monarchy. The Queen had a penchant for making vibrant, cheerful fashion statements, which she often chose with great intention. For example, she sometimes wore specific jewelry pieces to pay homage to family members.According to former royal…

Christian Siriano’s New Collection Is Inspired by Audrey Hepburn and Marilyn MonroeSeptember 08, 2022 at 09:48PMBreaking away from the traditional Fashion Week calendar, Christian Siriano staged his spring 2023 show at Elizabeth Taylor’s former townhouse in New York City on Wednesday, Sept. 7. With a star-studded crowd sitting front row - including Janet Jackson and longtime friend Coca Rocha - the catwalk opened with a classic black, single-breasted suit completed with a voluminous taffeta sash framing the shoulders. What followed can be described as a series of high-octane ensembles, most of them suitable for a white-tie party.Building on his fall 2022 collection, Siriano continued to explore postpandemic evening dressing, expanding on the glamour his clientele have been longing for. The “Project Runway” host remained committed to themes of opulence and drama, presenting looks inspired by stylish women of the past, including Audrey Hepburn,…

Zara Debuts a First-of-its-Kind Collaboration With Designer Narciso RodriguezSeptember 08, 2022 at 07:49PMLeave it to Zara to debut the most elegant fashion collection for fall - and in partnership with one of today’s most beloved designers, no less.The internet’s favorite label has teamed up with American designer Narciso Rodriguez for a first-of-its-kind collection that celebrates minimalistic elegance in all of its muted and timeless glory. Rodriguez boasts one of the most sophisticated design portfolios among modern artists today - and in partnership with Zara, has opened his archive for an exclusive collaboration that highlights (and even breathes new life into) some of his most famed pieces. From bustiers and polished jumpsuits to wool coats, leather heels, swanky slip dresses, and even a pleated trouser pant or two, the features an expansive product lineup with timeless pieces that are already getting us excited to…

Britney Spears Lounges on a Boat in a Neon Polka-Dot ThongkiniSeptember 08, 2022 at 06:05PMView this post on InstagramA post shared by Britney Spears (@britneyspears)Britney Spears may never be finished showing off her swimwear collection. It includes plenty of colorful and cheeky styles, most of which fit the bill for this summer’s popular thongkini trend. While lounging on a boat with friends on Wednesday, Sept. 7, the newly married singer showed off yet another exemplary two-piece in this yellow and pink polka-dot string design, available at Doll for $80.The look consists of a triangle top (available with custom-shaped padding) and a micro bottom that Spears highlighted from every angle on Instagram, spotlighting its silhouette and design details, including ruching along the center. To complete the look, she opted for tortoise sunglasses, sporty blue sneakers, a delicate pendant necklace, and a taupe woven sun…

Ciara’s Zipper-Front Leather Jumpsuit Is a Total ‘90s VibeSeptember 08, 2022 at 05:50PMCiara is in New York City promoting her new five-piece skin-care line, OAM Skin, and she’s packed her own LITA by Ciara separates for her busy event schedule. The 36-year-old multihyphenate most recently worked her label’s Spellbound leather jumpsuit, which retails for $498 and is available in sizes XXS-XXL. The design boasts a wide leg, a zipper-front, a sweetheart neckline, and thick straps, and it’s made from material sourced from eco-friendly tanneries.Ciara styled the number with chunky lace-up Celine boots that come studded with the brand’s logo at the front of the outsole, along with stacks of gold bracelets, a rose-shaped ring, and a black diamond chain-link choker. She left her long, curly hair down, parted at the center, and opted for a nude, glossy lip and cat-eye makeup. The “Level…

I’m a Denim Expert and I Wear These $19 Jeans From Target on RepeatSeptember 08, 2022 at 05:40PMWhile scrolling through TikTok one night, I came across a video of a woman showing off a new pair of jeans she’d just bought - which just so happened to be a dupe for a very expensive pair of jeans I’d been eyeing for the past few months. The dupe looked just as good as the original, and when I clicked the link and found they were from Target and on sale for $19, I was shocked. I saw that the jeans had more than 100 five-star reviews, so I added them to my cart immediately. Ever since I got them in the mail, I’ve been wearing Wild Fable’s Super-High Rise Straight Jeans ($19, originally $22) nonstop.This was the first pair of jeans I’d had ever…

Chloe Bailey Posed in a Gold Chain Cutout Top on InstagramSeptember 08, 2022 at 05:01PMIt’s hard to miss Chloe Bailey’s latest Instagram video. The attention-grabbing post presents the “Surprise” singer clad in a gold top that boasts a plunging neckline and bedazzled chains, completely exposing her chest. The 24-year-old star styled her hair into a high bun, keeping the focus on her head-turning pièce de résistance, which also doubles as jewelry.Of course, it wouldn’t be a Chloe Bailey outfit if it didn’t involve some skin reveal or bold details like a hip cutout or dangerously high slit. Her Instagram selfie follows a recent appearance at the 2022 MTV VMAs, where the singer donned a custom silver metallic corset dress by label Zigman. This design, too, included sultry elements like a plunging, sweetheart neckline, sheer-paneled bodice, and thigh-high slit.Bailey, who is Saks Fifth Avenue’s…

8 Princess Diana Dresses With Stories Just as Significant as That of the “Revenge Dress”September 08, 2022 at 03:40PMPrincess Diana: A Tribute Exhibition officially opened to the public on Friday, Sept. 2, marking the 25th anniversary of the Princess of Wales’s tragic passing. Located at The Shops at Crystals in Las Vegas, the 10,000-square foot installation boasts over 700 royal artifacts. That includes eight of Diana’s authentic evening gowns that were sourced by Pink Ribbons Crusade, a 45+-year old charity charity that purchases memorabilia to display while simultaneously raising funds to fight breast cancer.The exhibit features 12 rooms, and one particular space, titled “Wedding of the Century” room, invites couples to tie the knot atop a dramatic re-creation of Diana’s David and Elizabeth Emanuel wedding dress. Of all the ballgowns featured in the exhibit, 8 are authentic - meaning they were actually worn…

Issa Rae and Janet Jackson Wowed at Harlem’s Fashion Row EventSeptember 07, 2022 at 11:20PMJanet Jackson and Issa Rae were two notable attendees of Harlem’s Fashion Row 15th Anniversary Fashion Show And Style Awards in New York on Tuesday night. The glamorous event welcomed a star-studded crowd at the General Grant National Memorial in Harlem, in celebration of the myriad of contributions made by Black visionaries in the fashion industry.Janet Jackson was honored with the Icon of the Year Award at the after-party, and she certainly dressed like the lady of the hour. The singer looked whimsical in a tan tiered tulle skirt, paired with a cropped open-front jacket and a graphic t-shirt in a color-block red and navy pattern. She accessorized with several jewelry pieces, including stacks of small and large bracelets (a few of them designed in a standout marble print),…