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Kate Middleton Honors Princess Diana With a Sentimental CoatSeptember 28, 2022 at 05:16PMPrince William and Kate Middleton visited Wales on Sept. 27, arriving at St Thomas Church in coordinating tailored looks. In a sentimental nod to Princess Diana (whose maiden name was Spencer), Middleton, or the new Princess of Wales, wore a red “Spencer” coat from L.K. Bennett that featured wide lapels, side pockets embellished with gold horse-bit detailing, and a gold button-front. She layered it over a black round-neck shirt and wide-leg trousers and amped up the glam with gold Alia Hoops from Spells of Love, a small jewelry studio located in the heart of Wales. A pair of pointy black pumps and gold-detailed top handle bag from Grace Han rounded out the look, which exuded easy elegance.Next to her, William looked equally imperial in a navy blue blazer and matching trousers,…

Alyssa Hardy Calls Out the Fashion Industry for Falling Short on SustainabilitySeptember 28, 2022 at 12:50AMShopping in the year 2022 is about as convenient and mindless as it can get. With a quick scroll or double-tap, you’re able to buy virtually anything, anywhere, at any time. The fashion industry is especially notorious for churning out new products like rapid fire - and the rise of fast fashion over the last 20 years has given consumers an insatiable appetite for new clothes at every turn. Corporations, eager to cash in on ever-increasing demand, have been more than willing to produce en masse. But at what cost?That’s one of the fundamental questions Alyssa Hardy answers in her new book, “,” out now. The book, she explains, is the byproduct of two elements: her natural curiosity about the lesser-discussed side of fashion and a series of…

Boot Season Is Here - Shop Our 15 FavoritesSeptember 27, 2022 at 11:15PMWhen we think of fashion staples, we think of boots. No matter what the temperature, they’re the shoes we want to be wearing, and they come in so many different styles, colors, and materials that they just can’t get boring. While we love a great t-shirt or classic pair of jeans, there’s just something about boots. Whether your style is classic, edgy, or fashion forward, we found a pair of shoes that you’re going to live in throughout the year. It’s hard work, but someone’s got to do it.When you spy a pair of cool riding boots on your best friend, don’t say we didn’t warn you. Those styles will be everywhere this season; but they’re not the only ones. The 2022 lineup is rife with utilitarian boots, chelsea boots, platform…

The Intention Behind Alice’s Color-Coded Dresses in “Don’t Worry Darling”September 27, 2022 at 09:50PMArianne Phillips is the costume designer behind the wardrobe for the much-anticipated film “Don’t Worry Darling,” which is now out in theaters. Phillips, who was Oscar-nominated for her work on “Once Upon A Time…In Hollywood” (2019) and “Walk the Line” (2006), worked closely with director Olivia Wilde, production designer Katie Byron, and cinematographer Matthew Libatique, to create the wardrobe. Phillips relied half on ‘50s and '60s vintage sourced from private dealers and half on her own design team to achieve the intended look for a retro town called Victory, where the story takes place.Her greatest strength is in her use of color, which served to further character development and set the tone and mood throughout the movie. Two focal points are the black dress Alice Chambers (Florence Pugh) wears in…

15 Cropped Sweaters You Can Wear All Season LongSeptember 27, 2022 at 09:35PMNo matter what time of year it is, we’re always down for a cropped sweater; the silhouette is flattering and it’s so easy to pair with jeans, skirts, pants, and even shorts. Whether you’re looking for the perfect pairing for a high-waisted bottom or just want to show a little skin, you’ve got to pick up this season’s cutest options. We like styling cropped sweaters with jeans for a flattering yet comfortable look, and we also like tucking them into skirts. That way, you look polished but still feel cozy.These 15 cropped sweaters would all feel right at home in your closet. From classic neutral styles to cute patterns and fun colors, there are so many great picks to choose from, the hardest part will be picking a favorite! There are…

The Top 8 Street Style Trends of the Season as Seen on Fashion EditorsSeptember 27, 2022 at 09:20PMFashion Week presents potential trends for the season to come, but it also keeps us firmly rooted in the current moment via street style snapshots. What people wear while skipping from one show to the next is often just as inspiring as anything you’ll see walking down the runway - if not more so.After several seasons of digital-only or hybrid presentation models due to the pandemic, New York Fashion Week returned in full force with a packed schedule of in-person shows and events. Running from Sept. 9-14, Fashion Week brought together fashion enthusiasts from across the world, all looking toward Spring 2023. They stepped out in an assortment of sartorial statements, from voluminous, exaggerated sleeves on mini dresses to vibrant rainbow knits complemented by neon accessories.Other…

Justine Skye Wows in a Cutout Minidress at Essence Fashion HouseSeptember 27, 2022 at 09:05PMCut-outs were a ubiquitous trend this summer, and they’re continuing to dominate the fashion landscape well into Fall. Justine Skye’s latest look is proof of that, as the singer stepped out to the Essence Fashion House during New York Fashion Week in a dress featuring strategically-placed open panels. Speaking to emerging Black fashion designers as part of the Art Gallery in partnership with Lagos Fashion Week, Skye wore a gray and red striped minidress with cutouts along the neckline and throughout the bodice. Photographed at the Walker Hotel Tribeca, she styled her look with the season’s footwear du jour - knee-length boots - and sleek blonde hair.The Essence Fashion House included Skye’s aforementioned panel as well as a conversation with Chasity Saunders and Kahlana Barfield as the latter debuted…

This Packable Quilted Jacket Is My Go-To For Fall TravelSeptember 27, 2022 at 08:27PMMy excitement for the colder seasons is matchless. As much as I love the summertime, I can’t wait to break out my boots, sweaters, and many, many coats. But until it’s time for my camel and puffer coats to shine, I’ll be layering with the Old Navy Packable Oversized Water-Resistant Quilted Jacket ($60). This fall outerwear staple is lightweight, trendy, and easy to throw on and go - not to mention, made for travel (more on that ahead).Quilted coats are very trendy this fall - I keep seeing them all over Instagram and TikTok - so I was so excited to try the look out for myself. I picked the “french roast” shade, which is a dark brown, but it comes in six other colors. Keep reading to learn why…

Dua Lipa Rocked a Cutout Thong Catsuit at Firefly FestivalSeptember 27, 2022 at 06:50PMDua Lipa’s catsuit era continues with her performance at the Firefly Festival in Delaware. On September 25, the “Sweetest Pie” singer took the stage in a striking lycra catsuit custom made by GCDS. The one-piece design featured a rhinestone-covered bodice fashioned as an asymmetrical bra top and thong pants. It also boasted a gloved top silhouette with a single long sleeve, a large midsection cutout, and a chain embellishment as an edgy addition. Lipa opted to forgo a necklace, accessorizing with a pair of dangling earrings and completing the look with black booties.While the 27-year-old star is known for rocking bold cutouts (see: her “Future Nostalgia” tour costumes), this is one of her more boundary-pushing looks. She didn’t shy away from drawing attention to the thong cut, which she modeled…

These Strappy Sandals Are Taking Me From Summer to FallSeptember 27, 2022 at 06:46PMMy sandal collection is vast, and yet up until this point, I still felt like I was missing something. That something was a pair of trendy lace-up sandals, like the Tkees Lilu Strappy Leather Sandals ($95). Minimal in design, these Tkees sandals are exactly what I was looking for: neutral, versatile, and comfy. They’re kind of like the elevated, 2022 version of gladiator sandals, and they fit the trends I keep seeing all over my TikTok FYP.What I Like About the Tkees Lilu Strappy Leather SandalsThe Tkees Lilu Strappy Leather Sandals feature a soft leather footbed and suede laces with a thong-style toe lace. You can choose from nine different matte colorways - there’s a bright green called “emerald,” a hot pink called “cerise,” a neon orange called “tangerine,” a…