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Why Everyone’s Dressing For Revenge From Ariana Madix to Becky GApril 05, 2023 at 05:50PMPrincess Diana in an off-shoulder minidress when Prince Charles went public with his affair. Mariah Carey in a hip-high slit after leaving a tumultuous marriage. Ariana Madix in a fiery-red cutout set in the wake of #Scandoval. The revenge dress isn’t a new phenomenon, but it remains at the forefront of everyone’s minds. Inspired by the black mini worn by the Princess of Wales in the 1990s, the modern revenge dress is fashion at its most communicative. It’s bold, fitted in silhouette, and red or black in color. It boasts plunging necklines and conspicuous cutouts, high splits and open backs. It’s a comeback story, rendered sartorially.Despite the revenge dress’s enduring legacy, I always felt uneasy about it. How vengeful is a sultry dress anyway? A better act of revenge…

Why Everyone’s Dressing For Revenge From Ariana Madix to Becky GApril 05, 2023 at 05:50PMPrincess Diana in an off-shoulder minidress when Prince Charles went public with his affair. Mariah Carey in a hip-high slit after leaving a tumultuous marriage. Ariana Madix in a fiery-red cutout set in the wake of #Scandoval. The revenge dress isn’t a new phenomenon, but it remains at the forefront of everyone’s minds. Inspired by the black mini worn by the Princess of Wales in the 1990s, the modern revenge dress is fashion at its most communicative. It’s bold, fitted in silhouette, and red or black in color. It boasts plunging necklines and conspicuous cutouts, high splits and open backs. It’s a comeback story, rendered sartorially.Despite the revenge dress’s enduring legacy, I always felt uneasy about it. How vengeful is a sultry dress anyway? A better act of revenge…

Thong Boots Are the Next Controversial Shoe Trend Taking Over HollywoodApril 05, 2023 at 05:45PMMiu Miu is trying to make thong boots a thing - and it’s succeeding. The luxury brand first debuted the unexpected footwear hybrid during its spring 2023 show at Paris Fashion Week, where models like FKA Twigs, Bella Hadid, and Emily Ratajkowski strutted down the catwalk wearing them. The shoes fit snug like a sock boot around the calves and seamlessly transition into a toe-exposing, thong-style sandal with a petite heel and zipper up the inside.Designer Miuccia Prada has churned out several iterations of the quirky heels. They come in both leather and suede in a variety of colors ranging from neutrals like black, white, and brown to more splashy options like pastel yellow and neon pink. There’s a knee-high style and lower ankle-high style, though the former is…

Thong Boots Are the Next Controversial Shoe Trend Taking Over HollywoodApril 05, 2023 at 05:45PMMiu Miu is trying to make thong boots a thing - and it’s succeeding. The luxury brand first debuted the unexpected footwear hybrid during its spring 2023 show at Paris Fashion Week, where models like FKA Twigs, Bella Hadid, and Emily Ratajkowski strutted down the catwalk wearing them. The shoes fit snug like a sock boot around the calves and seamlessly transition into a toe-exposing, thong-style sandal with a petite heel and zipper up the inside.Designer Miuccia Prada has churned out several iterations of the quirky heels. They come in both leather and suede in a variety of colors ranging from neutrals like black, white, and brown to more splashy options like pastel yellow and neon pink. There’s a knee-high style and lower ankle-high style, though the former is…

All Aboard! Giant Jacquemus Purses Appear to Stop Traffic in ParisApril 05, 2023 at 05:40PMImage Source: Getty / Francois DurandJacquemus sure knows how to get people talking. On April 5, the brand shared a delightful Instagram video of its latest marketing splash: giant versions of its Le Bambino bag on wheels, traveling the streets of Paris. In the clip, Jacquemus-branded trolleys are seen among cars and street traffic, complete with passengers inside. And with a clear attention to detail, “Bambino” and “Jacquemus” are written on the road next to the vehicles. Despite its authenticity, a rep for brand confirmed to POPSUGAR that the video is a 3D rendering and sadly, you won’t be able to catch a ride on the Jacquemus express.“I THINK I LIKE PARIS NOW,” the brand simply captioned the post, alongside the nuanced melting-face emoji. Though it may be fake,…

All Aboard! Giant Jacquemus Purses Appear to Stop Traffic in ParisApril 05, 2023 at 05:40PMImage Source: Getty / Francois DurandJacquemus sure knows how to get people talking. On April 5, the brand shared a delightful Instagram video of its latest marketing splash: giant versions of its Le Bambino bag on wheels, traveling the streets of Paris. In the clip, Jacquemus-branded trolleys are seen among cars and street traffic, complete with passengers inside. And with a clear attention to detail, “Bambino” and “Jacquemus” are written on the road next to the vehicles. Despite its authenticity, a rep for brand confirmed to POPSUGAR that the video is a 3D rendering and sadly, you won’t be able to catch a ride on the Jacquemus express.“I THINK I LIKE PARIS NOW,” the brand simply captioned the post, alongside the nuanced melting-face emoji. Though it may be fake,…

10 Crossbody Bags Worth Shopping This SpringApril 05, 2023 at 01:15AMConvincing us to buy a new handbag doesn’t take much; the excuse of a new season is all we need. Right now, we have our eyes on so many styles for spring, namely a good crossbody. There are so many different types of crossbody bags on the market, from runway-inspired designs to classic bags and designer accessories you’ll reach for over and over again. Many of our favorites seamlessly fuse functionality and style, making it extraordinarily difficult to choose just one. Ahead, celebrity fashion stylists Zadrian Smith and Sarah Edmiston of Zadrian + Sarah break down everything you need to know about the popular bag style, what to look for in a high-quality design, and more.What Is a Crossbody Bag For?Crossbody bags have a strap that’s worn diagonally across your body. “It’s the…

10 Crossbody Bags Worth Shopping This SpringApril 05, 2023 at 01:15AMConvincing us to buy a new handbag doesn’t take much; the excuse of a new season is all we need. Right now, we have our eyes on so many styles for spring, namely a good crossbody. There are so many different types of crossbody bags on the market, from runway-inspired designs to classic bags and designer accessories you’ll reach for over and over again. Many of our favorites seamlessly fuse functionality and style, making it extraordinarily difficult to choose just one. Ahead, celebrity fashion stylists Zadrian Smith and Sarah Edmiston of Zadrian + Sarah break down everything you need to know about the popular bag style, what to look for in a high-quality design, and more.What Is a Crossbody Bag For?Crossbody bags have a strap that’s worn diagonally across your body. “It’s the…

This Pink Linen Set Looks Luxe But is Ridiculously AffordableApril 05, 2023 at 12:20AMI’m a sucker for a good set, especially a patterned one. Now that the sun is finally showing up more regularly, I’ve been eagerly busting out my linen go-to’s, from this pair of linen pants (a true editor favorite!) to linen dresses for spring. I’ve been on the hunt for a good pair of shorts to add to my collection, and as soon as I saw this Old Navy Oversized Striped Linen Blend Boyfriend Shirt ($32, originally $40) and matching High-Waisted Shorts ($15, originally $30), I knew I had to have both.What I Love About Old Navy’s Oversized Striped Linen Blend Boyfriend Shirt And High-Waisted ShortsThere’s so much to love about this set, but what immediately caught my eye was the coral pink striped pattern. I have plenty of white…

This Pink Linen Set Looks Luxe But is Ridiculously AffordableApril 05, 2023 at 12:20AMI’m a sucker for a good set, especially a patterned one. Now that the sun is finally showing up more regularly, I’ve been eagerly busting out my linen go-to’s, from this pair of linen pants (a true editor favorite!) to linen dresses for spring. I’ve been on the hunt for a good pair of shorts to add to my collection, and as soon as I saw this Old Navy Oversized Striped Linen Blend Boyfriend Shirt ($32, originally $40) and matching High-Waisted Shorts ($15, originally $30), I knew I had to have both.What I Love About Old Navy’s Oversized Striped Linen Blend Boyfriend Shirt And High-Waisted ShortsThere’s so much to love about this set, but what immediately caught my eye was the coral pink striped pattern. I have plenty of white…