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26 May

THE FASHION ESSENTIALS YOU NEED TO DRESS LIKE A POP STAR (NYLON)

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Today, some of our favorite pop stars still channel that glitzy era of bedazzled apparel, pastel color palettes, and statement accessories. This time around, though, the style comes with a modern twist, whether it’s updating flip-flop platforms with a pair of heeled mules or swapping butterfly clips (RIP) with today’s “It” accessory: a padded headband. But no matter the year or generation, a beloved artist’s stylish aesthetic will likely stand the test of time — or at least live forever on mood boards and among fandoms. Inspired by Olivia Rodrigo’s cover shoot for NYLON’s Music Issue, we gathered up the exact pieces (and some similar recommendations) that she wore for you to channel your own inner pop star, below. We only include...
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26 May

Do I Have an Aesthetic? (VOGUE)

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On occasion, I’ll take a look in my closet, my apartment, and my social media accounts and wonder, what does all this add up to? Is there any throughline between the Bed Bath and Beyond beige plates, the Hermès champignons scarf I tracked down on eBay, the nun-shaped candle on my desk, and the crispy oven mitt printed with a 1950s housewife saying “I’ve got a knife”? Is there any visual connection between the table I found on Facebook marketplace and the IKEA Billy bookshelves present in many millennial households? (Mine are painted in Benjamin Moore’s Alligator Alley green). What I’m asking in these moments is, in internet parlance, what is my aesthetic? I’m wondering if I have successfully arranged my life...
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24 May

Is Boho Chic Back? Kendall Jenner Says Yes (VOGUE)

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From baguette bags to mesh tops to The Matrix-inspired tiny sunglasses, there have been few ’90s trend revivals that Kendall Jenner hasn’t had something to do with. And now, it appears the model and entrepreneur is casting her eye to the following decade for style inspiration: more specifically, the boho-chic look pioneered by the likes of Kate Moss and Sienna Miller that swept through fashion in the mid-noughties. As the host of the star-studded launch of her new tequila brand, 818, in West Hollywood last night—other attendees included Katy Perry, Hailey and Justin Bieber, and Drake—Jenner chose to wear a vintage Moschino floral silk crop top with a lace trim and a pair of vintage Chloé hip-hugging suede trousers with a lace-up detail. The finishing touch? A pair of Bottega Veneta square toe heels and a tiny...
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24 May

These “Puffer Coat Sandals” Are Equally Extreme, Sustainable, and Chic (VOGUE)

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@ugo_paulon/ Instagram If you’re looking for an antidote to the minimalist, barely-there shoe this summer, look no further than the label Ugo Paulon. The sandals are like little puffer coats for the feet, with bulbous, sculptural straps that lace around the calves. They’re accentuated with spirals and swirly prints in sandy and brown hues, or light pinks and fiery oranges. In short: It’s a ‘grammable footwear dream, already catching the eye of Vogue Market Editor Naomi Elizee and the musician Shygirl (who happened to be the first Ugo Paulon customer). @naomielizee/Instagram While the footwear is certainly a delight to look at, the story behind them is equally intriguing. The label was created by the rather secretive Danish, London-based designer who prefers to simply go by Elise....
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24 May

What Will Be the Print of the Summer? (VOGUE)

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Every season, without fail, there’s a breakout print that takes over our wardrobes. Last summer, it was all about tie-dye—in sweats, dresses, and more. During the summer of 2020, at-home tie-dye kits sold like hotcakes as people looked to busy themselves during lockdown. Groovy tie-dyes persisted in the recent spring 2021 collections too. Sportmax, Dior, Proenza Schouler, and more sent them down the runway. This spring, meanwhile, checkerboard knits also took over, a graphic alternative to the hippie tie-dye. Brands like Tyler McGillivary, Erika Maish, and Paloma Wool all applied checkers onto knitted sweaters, dresses, and more. “It’s a very approachable pattern to learn with, and it’s obviously very pleasing to look at and wear,” Halima Mbwana, designer and founder of Lilliez, told Vogue. Indeed, the breakout prints...
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21 May

Chet Lo Turns Classic Knitwear on Its Head (W Magazine)

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In 2021, fashion has firmly entered a new era of knitwear. No longer are cashmere sweaters and cable knits the norm—designers are pushing the boundaries and perception of what, exactly, makes a piece knitwear. After a year of pandemic-induced sweat set obsessions, we’re all looking for something that’s still comfortable, only much cooler. Enter the emerging, London-based designer Chet Lo, who’s at the center of it all.  Lo’s designs strike the balance between cozy and futuristic; vibrant, spike-sculpted fabrics resemble the popcorn ripples from your favorite childhood stretchy top—on steroids. The shapes are inspired by Durian fruits (a nod to Lo’s Asian American heritage), and each piece is hand-knitted, in bright shades of neon blue, futuristic purple, and baby pink. The...
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19 May

5 Swimsuit Trends That Will Rule Summer 2021 (Harper’s BAZAAR)

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 Days are getting longer, swimsuit season proper is nearly upon us, and the water is calling. A classic one-piece or bikini never goes out of style, but summer 2021 brings forth a fresh batch of fun swim trends to try. From comfort-first styles to sexy high-cut suits and beyond, these are the top five swimsuit trends making a splash this season. Live in the moment and shop them now.   1. Glitz and Glamour  @badgalriri/Instagram Anything that's Rihanna approved will certainly become a source of inspiration. After many opportunities to celebrate have been put on pause, we are still looking for ways to dress up, and swimwear that is inspired by nightlife is a great place to start.   Amber Bikini Lisa Marie FernandezShopBAZAAR.com $325.00    SHOP NOW Swimwear should be fun,...
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19 May

At This Year’s Miss Universe, Miss Singapore’s Look Made a Powerful Statement (VOGUE)

Last night at the Miss Universe pageant in Florida, the reigning Miss Singapore, Bernadette Belle Wu Ong, walked the stage. Ong strutted out while wearing a red bedazzled bodysuit, cuissardes, and a red and white dress. The dress, a riff on Singapore’s national flag, was created by designer Arwin Meriales. According to Meriales’s Instagram, he had only two days to design the piece, which came with exaggerated puffed and pleated sleeves and a long train. But the most powerful element of the look could be found on its reverse. On the back, hand-painted in red and white by artist Paulo Espinosa read the message: “Stop Asian Hate.” Posting the look to Instagram, the contestant wrote the following in the caption: “What...
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14 May

The Magic of Ziwe’s Megawatt Look, Brought to Life by Stylist Pamela Shepard-Hill (VOGUE)

Comedian Ziwe Fumudoh is destined to be a household name. That much is clear on her new show, simply titled Ziwe and brought to you by A24 and Showtime. Both campy and elegant, the talk show packs a punch with its layered commentary on race and ample wit. But the look is bigger and brighter than what you expect from late night or daytime. In a cabaret-style musical skit, Ziwe sings, “Lisa called the cops on Black people, even just for taking a stroll,” grooving in a LaQuan Smith black catsuit with sheer panels streaming up the thighs. It’s all delightfully extra. The show’s clothes are made to look larger than life. “The intention was to create looks that aided Ziwe in the...
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13 May

Blackpink’s Rosé Is Saint Laurent’s Modern-Day Muse (W Magazine)

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Rarely has heartbreak looked so attractive. “Why’d you have to hit and run me? Now I’m all alone cryin’ ugly,” sings the Korean megastar Rosé, swaddled in bright green marabou feathers. Rosé is known to many millions around the world as a member of the red-hot K-pop foursome Blackpink, but we see her here in her second solo video, for a song called “Gone,” which dropped earlier this year. In another scene from the same video, she beats up a pillow. Once again, she is draped in marabou, but this time in a deep blue. She might be crying, but she sure isn’t crying ugly. Perhaps marabou feathers help ease romantic pain. “For us, when we listen to a song, we...
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