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5 Aug

How Designers John Galliano and Tomo Koizumi Gloriously Transformed Each Other’s Work (VOGUE)

Galliano portrait: Paolo Roversi/Art + Commerce. Center image: Courtesy of Tomo Koizumi. Lettering: Jessica Nichols.  When Rihanna ascended the red carpet at the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s 2018 Costume Institute exhibition “Heavenly Bodies,” channeling Catholic panoply in a coruscating pearl-and-crystal-encrusted minidress and full-skirted robe designed by John Galliano for Maison Margiela Artisanal—replete with a papal miter fashioned by Stephen Jones—she showed us, as we noted then, “why she continues to inspire the fashion faithful.” Designer Tomo Koizumi, a Galliano admirer since the age of 14, when he first saw the designer’s work for Dior, recalls his delighted surprise at Rihanna’s appearance. “It was a very sophisticated look that betrayed my expectations in a good way,” he remembers, so he was both...
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5 Aug

NAOMI OSAKA IS RELEASING SWIMWEAR IN COLLABORATION WITH FRANKIES BIKINIS (NYLON)

Following its recent ‘70s-inspired collection with Hailee Steinfeld, Frankies Bikinis is teaming up with Naomi Osaka for its next celebrity collaboration. This upcoming launch, set to drop on May 10, is the tennis star’s first-ever swimwear collection and a second release of new styles will follow on May 19. “To state the obvious, Naomi is extremely creative and has an amazing sense of style that she has made her own,” designer and founder Francesca Aiello tells NYLON. “Beyond her style, I also really respect her as a person. I admire the way she uses her platform to inspire, educate, and spread awareness about social happenings. She represents a strong female who is living out her dream and inspiring others to follow theirs,...
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5 Aug

Why You Should Trade Classic Black Eyeliner for Navy Blue Instead (VOGUE)

Is navy blue eyeliner the new black? It might be an unconventional notion on the eye makeup front, but here's a thought: In terms of classic wardrobe staples, the little black dress and a pair of blue jeans are two of fashion's great equalizers and are similarly versatile, no? Looking ahead to fall, it was the couture runways that got me, a dedicated eyeliner wearer, thinking along these lines. At Chanel, classic black wings were enhanced with an unexpected lower flick of navy blue pigment while at Dior, makeup artist Peter Philips presented another variation on the color combination, punctuating model gazes with underlines of a “cool, couture midnight blue that is both dense and soft.” The precise shade? The dark indigo shadow from Dior's 5 Couleurs Couture Eyeshadow...
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4 Aug

Rihanna’s Love of Fur Hats Continues, Even Amid Summer (W Magazine)

It usually isn’t too hard to keep up with the many trends Rihanna sets, but following suit this time around will take some bravery (and sweat): Lately, she’s been wearing pink fuzzy hats amid the summer heat. The singer stepped out in her second in a little over a month while in New York City on Monday, again calling to mind the larger-than-life chapeau that Pamela Anderson memorably wore to the 1999 VMAs. Marking another moment for the big pants, little tops trend, she paired her matching pin camisole with a baggy pair of camouflage cargos. Last but not least, she threw in another accessory not typically seen on a summer night: checkered sunglasses. Out-there as it may seem, the statement item is actually relatively low-key compared...
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3 Aug

Fall’s Most Striking Accessories are Oversized, Textured, and (Strangest of All) Perfectly Practical (VOGUE)

Between Louis Vuitton’s whimsical collaboration with Fornasetti to Francesco Risso’s marvelously large handbags from Marni, this season’s slew of accessories are interesting and enticing; some of them are even surprisingly convenient. Despite their artistic appeal, Valentino’s texturized white PVC wellies could take on an unfortunate forecast, no problem. While Prada’s leather driving gloves come complete with a petite zip pouch if you wish to keep something small on hand (literally). And Miu Miu’s crocheted knit headscarves and masks will add a joyful pop of color to your neutral fall wardrobe, all the while keeping you warm and toasty. Shop the newest and most fantastical fall accessories from Vogue’s August issue, below. Prada gloves and jumpsuit; both at prada.com. Photographed by Théo de Gueltzl, Vogue, August 2021 Conner Ives shoulder bag, jacket and skirt; all at connerives.com. Photographed by...
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3 Aug

THE CAMP SHIRT IS SUMMER’S MOST VERSATILE FASHION ITEM (NYLON)

Summer 2021 is in full swing, which begs the question: Does your wardrobe include a camp shirt yet? If you're interested in finding your first one or you've just fallen in love with the classic ‘90s style and want more options, then hello, welcome. We are avid, loyal fans to the humble yet extremely versatile fashion item for the warm-weather season and proud to sing its praises. Sure, you can throw on a T-shirt or tank and call it a day, but the camp shirt gives so much more to an outfit. It leans towards casual-cool but its open collar adds some polish to your look, all while staying as effortless as possible. Plus, its boxy, breezy silhouette keeps you cool (both physically and aesthetically)...
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3 Aug

Bella Hadid Just Found Your New Favorite Depop Store (VOGUE)

Bella Hadid’s appreciation for vintage is well documented. The star cycles through old school Jean Paul Gaultier and aughts-era Tom Ford for Gucci regularly, but she doesn’t limit herself to ultra-luxury designers. Like every other twenty-something, Hadid sources secondhand pieces from her favorite labels online, hitting up Depop for archival JPG outerwear like the puffer she showed off on Instagram back in December and frequenting sellers like  Dutch Fonzie. This week Hadid showed off her latest acquisition from the platform: a two-piece set from Susamusa, created from deadstock fabric. Spotted running errands in Tribeca on Sunday, Hadid wore the sheerest of shirts and a matching pencil skirt with a lettuce trim hem. Made from vintage black mesh and detailed with white embroidered florals and swirling...
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2 Aug

Rihanna Cast an All-Black Motorcycle Crew for Her Latest Savage X Fenty Campaign (VOGUE)

New Orleans’ Caramel Curves, an all-Black women’s biking crew founded in 2005 by Nakosha “Coco” Smith and Shanika “Tru” Beatty, has already enjoyed the limelight for a few years thanks to their head-turning, pedal-to-the-metal clothing. When the 10 active members meet on Sundays, the women dress up in strappy heels fit for a night out, rhinestone-encrusted jackets, customized T-shirts boasting phrases like “anything but basic”, and helmets sprouting with fuchsia mohawks. The color palettes are flashy: blazing hot pinks, radiating highlighter yellows, and searing nuclear greens. There is no shortage of high-wattage glamour. It was enough to catch Rihanna’s eye, and have her cast them to model in the newest campaign for Savage X Fenty. “The Caramel Curves show the world what...
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2 Aug

8 BASIC TEES THAT AREN’T BASIC AT ALL (V Magazine)

Who said plain tees can't dress up a look? Casual is the new overstated with these 10 different "basic" tees. Bias Drawstring Top — Kallmeyer (New York) Image credit to Kallmeyer New York site. Retail Price: $345 This simple, stylish top can be styled a number of ways, making it the perfect versatile piece to add to any outfit. . . Jersey T-Shirt w/ Re-Nylon Scarf — Prada  Image via Bergdorf Goodman online stores. Retail: $950 Simple, classic, understated — everything Prada does best. The re-nylon scarf is the perfect accessory to dress up this simple look while keeping it casual. . . Eddie Long-Sleeve Tee — Reformation  Image credit to Reformation online stores. Retail: $48 Perfect for throwing on with your favorite pair of denim jeans or neutral pant. This shirt is cute and casual, great for running...
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2 Aug

At the Olympics, Pink Masks Divided the Men’s Fencing Team (VOGUE)

When the four U.S. men’s fencing team members arrived in Tokyo on Friday for the Olympics, the casual observer may have believed that Jake Hoyle, Curtis McDowald, Yeisser Ramirez, and Alan Hadzic were united and ready for their opening match against Japan (which they later lost). Their uniforms, however, told a different story: During the introductions, three of the fencers wore light pink masks, while one wore black. And their lack of uniformity comes with a powerful explanation as to why. Hoyle, McDowald, and Ramirez all showed up to the Olympics on Friday in pink masks as a planned protest against Hadzic, who is currently accused of and under investigation for sexual assault. The trio reportedly wore pink as a statement to...
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