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A curated look back at iconic moments, collections, and figures that have defined fashion and beauty history.

A young woman models a contemporary Y2K halter top paired with a blazer, showcasing the trend's modern versatility in an urban setting.

Y2K halter tops are back, offering surprising new versatility

Leopard print dominated BottleRock Napa Valley 2026, splashed across boots, tops, belts, and fuzzy jackets.

Javier Rojas· May 31· 2 min
Woman wearing stylish animal print loafers with a chunky sole, walking on a sunny European street, embodying summer fashion.

Discover the Best Women's Loafers for Summer Fashion 2026

Forget sandals. This summer, loafers are the unexpected must-have, from sustainable suede to hand-stitched Italian leather, priced from $99 to nearly $300. Traditionally tied to cooler weather and for

Javier Rojas· May 30· 2 min
Sleek, modern sunglasses from the Monos Mira collection displayed on a minimalist surface with soft lighting.

Monos Enters Eyewear Market with Mira Collection

Monos's new Mira eyewear collection, officially priced at $150, is already available for as little as $52.

Javier Rojas· May 28· 2 min
Fabrizio Ciafrei appointed as the new CEO of Gruppo Florence, succeeding Attila Kiss who remains Chairman.

Gruppo Florence Names Fabrizio Ciafrei as New CEO

Gruppo Florence, a luxury production hub with over €600 million in 2022 revenue, is executing a significant executive leadership reshuffle for 2026.

Akio Mori· May 26· 2 min
A Stefano Ricci model walks a runway in Tanzania with a chimpanzee observing from a nearby rocky outcrop at sunset.

Stefano Ricci Debuts Spring 2027 Collection in Tanzania

In the heart of Tanzania, amidst critical efforts to protect chimpanzees, Stefano Ricci unveiled its Spring 2027 men's collection.

Javier Rojas· May 26· 2 min
US Navy vessels escorting commercial tankers through the Strait of Hormuz amidst rising geopolitical tensions and traffic concerns.

Hormuz: US Navy escort reports conflict, traffic concerns

On Monday, just four vessels over 10,000 deadweight tonnage transited the Strait of Hormuz, as conflicting reports emerged about the US Navy's escort activities in the vital waterway.

Priya Sharma· May 26· 2 min
The 1999 New York Knicks team celebrating their hard-fought Eastern Conference Championship victory on the court.

New York Knicks clinched the 1999 Eastern Conference Championship

In 1999, the New York Knicks, a team with a barely-above-.

Marcus Thorne· May 26· 2 min
Supermodel Bella Hadid is pictured walking in Saint-Tropez wearing $180 Massimo Dutti black leather thong sandals after attending the Cannes Film Festival.

Bella Hadid wears $180 thong sandals after Cannes

Days after gracing the Cannes red carpet in designer heels, supermodel Bella Hadid was spotted in Saint-Tropez wearing a pair of $180 Massimo Dutti black leather thong sandals, according to WWD .

Beatriz Almeida· May 25· 2 min
Adults embracing whimsical fashion with ladybug motifs, finding comfort and joy in playful designs that evoke childhood.

Ladybugs' Whimsical Accent Heals Inner Child in 2026 Fashion

Ladybug motifs are suddenly appearing across fashion, not just as a fleeting trend, but as a widespread embrace of comforting childhood whimsy.

Marcus Thorne· May 24· 2 min
Nike Air Max 90 'Scorpion' Chrome sneaker with a metallic finish and scorpion-themed accents, ready for its summer release.

Nike Air Max 90 'Scorpion' Chrome Coming This Summer

Mark your calendars: On March 26, Nike unleashes the Air Liquid Max for $230.

Javier Rojas· May 24· 2 min
Timothée Chalamet wearing mini Ugg boots with a vintage jacket and parachute pants while courtside at a Knicks playoff game.

Timothée Chalamet Wears Uggs to Knicks Playoff Game

At a high-stakes Knicks playoff game in January, Timothée Chalamet ditched traditional celebrity courtside glamour for a pair of mini Uggs, sparking a fresh debate on fashion and comfort.

Javier Rojas· May 22· 2 min
Chase Infiniti wearing Louis Vuitton olive green leather ankle boots from the Fall 2026 collection at the Cruise 2027 show.

Infiniti Debuts Louis Vuitton Olive Green Boots for Fall 2026

At Louis Vuitton's exclusive Cruise 2027 show in New York City, Chase Infiniti unveiled olive green leather ankle boots from the Fall 2026 collection, a full year ahead of schedule.

Marcus Thorne· May 21· 2 min
Overhead view of a busy Target store with shoppers, highlighting increased sales and successful Q1 earnings.

Target Q1 Earnings Beat Estimates, Sales Jump 6.7%

For the first time in five quarters, Target's comparable sales surged by 5.

Marcus Thorne· May 20· 2 min
A fashion atelier with historical designs and a hand sketching, symbolizing the influence of past icons on future style.

How Iconic Fashion Designers Shape Future Style

In 2023, a vintage Chanel tweed jacket from the 1950s sold for $25,000 at auction, nearly ten times its inflation-adjusted original price, according to Sotheby's.

Marcus Thorne· May 20· 5 min
Celebrity stylist Law Roach meticulously curating a red carpet look, showcasing his strategic approach to fashion and personal branding.

What is Law Roach's impact on celebrity fashion and red carpet?

For a London premiere, Zendaya appeared in a Schiaparelli couture gown that had literally walked the runway just hours before, a feat orchestrated by her stylist, Law Roach.

Marcus Thorne· Aug 15· 2 min
A fashion stylist carefully curates a Patrick Kelly dress in a vintage atelier, emphasizing the crucial role of stylists in shaping designer legacies.

What is the role of stylists in fashion history and designer legacies?

In February 1985, Patrick Kelly's groundbreaking first commercial collection exploded onto the pages of French Elle, a pivotal moment for a designer whose career would be tragically cut short just fiv

Marcus Thorne· Jul 16· 4 min
A vintage camera in a photographer's hands, with a spectral fashion model and dramatic studio lighting, symbolizing iconic fashion photography.

What Are Iconic Fashion Photographers and Their Pivotal Moments?

In 1955, Richard Avedon's 'Dovima with Elephants' didn't just sell a Dior dress; it cemented fashion photography's place in fine art, selling for over $1.

Marcus Thorne· Jul 15· 4 min
Elsa Schiaparelli's surrealist black dress with three-dimensional human bones, a collaboration with Salvador Dalí, displayed dramatically.

What Was Elsa Schiaparelli's Surrealist Vision in Fashion and Art?

In 1938, Elsa Schiaparelli unveiled a black dress featuring three-dimensional human bones, a collaboration with Salvador Dalí, challenging the very definition of haute couture.

Marcus Thorne· Jul 12· 4 min
A master couturier meticulously hand-stitching an intricate detail on a luxurious, unfinished haute couture gown in a sunlit atelier.

What is the Evolution of Haute Couture Craftsmanship and Relevance?

Despite frequent discussions about its 'death,' the term 'Haute Couture' is legally protected in France, requiring ateliers to employ at least 20 full-time technical staff and present 25 original desi

Marcus Thorne· Jun 23· 4 min