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How a Fashion Editor Joined the N.F.L.

Kyle Smith’s job isn’t quite like any other in professional sports.

Show Tunes and Martinis at a Party for Michael Kors

Alan Cumming, Katie Holmes and Iman were among the celebrities who gathered at Café Carlyle in Manhattan to toast the designer’s new flagship store.

Ensembles That Showcase an Eye for Detail

Thoughtfully chosen layers gave two outfits distinct sensibilities.

Valley of the Dystopian Dolls

Marc Jacobs brings inflation, and courage, to the runway.

Premios Grammy 2025: 15 atuendos inolvidables

Charli XCX y Sabrina Carpenter evocaron la elegancia juvenil con vestidos pálidos con plumas y olanes. Cardi B y Doechii lucieron vestidos que definían su figura y uñas imposiblemente largas.

¿Qué se puso la esposa de Ye en los Grammy? No mucho

Bianca Censori, quien se ha hecho famosa por sus looks provocativos, llevó el concepto de enseñar piel a otro nivel.

The Grammy Looks Bring a Welcome Hit of Joy

Sometimes a red carpet is just a marketing opportunity, but sometimes it’s a statement of faith.

What Should I Wear to Protest an Unspoken Dress Code?

A reader asks how to push back against the resurgence of traditional dressing. Our critic discusses the history of rebellion through clothing and how to make a true “fashion statement.”

15 Unforgettable Looks at the Grammys

Painterly gowns, wedding dresses, nude body stockings and more.

What Did Ye’s Wife Wear to the Grammys? Not Much.

Bianca Censori, who has become known for her provocative looks, took the concept of showing skin to another level.

Jaden Smith Wears a Castle on the 2025 Grammys Red Carpet

The headpiece, which itself was turning heads Sunday night, was sculpted by the designer Dora Abodi.

Grammys Photos: All the Looks From the 2025 Red Carpet

See what nominees and guests for the 67th Grammy Awards, including Taylor Swift, Charli XCX and Doechii, wore to arrive for the ceremony.

The Wardrobe for a Storybook Life

A fairy-tale quality connected much of the fashion at couture week in Paris.

More Than Just a Beanie

Worn by celebrities like Frank Ocean and Timothée Chalamet, the Arc’teryx toque isn’t only being used to keep heads warm.

They Give Moth Holes a Makeover

At Eva Joan, a clothing repair shop in the West Village, tears, spots and stains are transformed, rather than merely repaired.

Phyllis Dalton, Oscar-Winning Costume Designer for Historical Epics, Dies at 99

A look back at some of her most celebrated works, including “Doctor Zhivago,” “The Princess Bride” and “Lawrence of Arabia.”

The Best Retro Sneakers to Buy Now

Our pick of the season’s vintage-inspired running shoes.

Takashi Murakami’s Beloved, Trippy Louis Vuitton Bags Are Back

The brand has updated its 2003 collaboration with the Japanese artist.

Dior Men’s Designer Departs, Leaving Unanswered Questions

The exit of Kim Jones, the label’s creative director since 2018, was abrupt but not unexpected.

The Problem With Mistaking Costumes for Clothes

Assessing Alessandro Michele’s couture debut for Valentino. Also, Armani Privé and Chanel keep things moving and Gaurav Gupta surprises.

What Do Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s Birds Mean?

As he seeks to lead the health department, Mr. Kennedy wore a thin tie dotted with feathered creatures to cap a classic suit.

Maison Margiela Didn’t Look Far for Its New Designer

Glenn Martens, the Diesel designer, has been named creative director at Margiela. He replaces John Galliano, who left the brand in December.

These Boots Were Made to Get Us Talking

Saint Laurent offers a radical proposition: thigh-high boots for men.

He Dressed the World’s Chicest Women

Didier Ludot, the godfather of vintage fashion, is closing his couture resale shop in Paris after 50 years. Yes, there is a sale.

Jay Mazur, Zealous Advocate for Garment Workers, Dies at 92

A blunt-speaking, Bronx-born labor leader, he successfully pushed to legalize undocumented union members but fought a losing battle against globalization.

A Soothing Array of Spring Colors

Wearing pastel shades, a couple brought to mind the palette of a spring day.

The Joy of Escapism

Amid the fantasies of Schiaparelli and Dior.

Is There Still a Rule Against Wearing Brown Shoes With Blue Pants?

Our fashion critic discusses the evolution of dress codes, including how rules — like one discouraging brown shoes with blue or black trousers — can come in and out of favor.

The Fashion Brand That Even Other Fashion Brands Revere

For a glimpse at what other fashion brands may take inspiration from in 30 years, look at the latest Hermès runway show.

Hefty Sweaters for Heavy Times

Thick, woolly and oversize knitwear has for some become a form of soft armor.

The Secrets Under Stephen Jones’s Hat

An exhibition in Paris spotlights the witty work of one of the most innovative designers of the 20th and 21st centuries.

For Uncertain Times, Some Clothes That Genuinely Shock

At the Kenzo and Comme des Garçons shows, designers gave the audience a jolt — for very different reasons.

Forget the Rumor Mill. These Were Just Some Really Great Clothes.

Kim Jones of Dior remains the subject of rampant speculation in the fashion industry, but at his latest runway show, he reaffirmed his men’s wear mastery.

William Stanford Davis’s Brooch

The “Abbott Elementary” actor talks about how his grandmother inspired his sense of style.

The Lumbersexual Returns

With a Filson partnership, Junya Watanabe takes us on a time warp back to the hipstery 2000s — plaid checks and all.

Forget the Mona Lisa. The Louvre Gets a Fashion Show

The most visited museum in the world is wooing a new crowd by injecting glamorous new cool into its fustiest department.

Rick Owens Does Basics as Only He Can. (Underwear, Optional.)

The reigning king of freakish fashions strips things back with stark leather jackets and corporate-type coats. But Mr. Owens could never really make anything average.

Will Dress Shirts Return to the Office?

Dress shirts, like ties, have migrated from the center to the periphery of many white-collar workers’ wardrobes. But trends suggest that may change.

A Unisex Designer Making Undergarments His Way

Willy Chavarria is following a familiar playbook in fashion, but putting his own stamp on it.

Normcore Never Died. It Just Got More Expensive.

In Paris, prosaic clothes endure, just polished into something more arresting.

Lynn Ban, Jewelry Designer and ‘Bling Empire’ Star, Dies at 52

Her jewelry creations were worn by celebrities like Rihanna and Beyoncé. She died weeks after emergency surgery following a skiing accident.

The World’s Richest Men, Their Friends and Their Frocks

For his latest Vuitton collection, Pharrell Williams tapped his best bud Nigo to be co-creative director. And Bernard Arnault made it back from the Trump inauguration to see it.

Cheery Clothes for Dreary Weather

A sense of play has characterized some of the most exciting outfits in the streets of New York this winter.

The Ball Gowns of Trump’s New ‘Golden Age’

Melania and Ivanka Trump and Usha Vance wore a pastiche of bygone eras — perhaps a glimpse of what they hope the future looks like.

Piled On Prints and an ‘Upstate Vibe’

Camouflage, animal, scenic — oh my!

Fresh Off ‘Severance,’ John Turturro Tries Modeling

With a Turturro cameo and a very surreal set, Zegna’s latest presentation brought to mind the hit Apple TV show. Though the clothes were far from corporate.

Melania Trump da un mensaje con su sombrero

La primera dama usó un sombrero que le daba un aire de misterio e inaccesibilidad poco común en una toma de posesión. La segunda dama, Usha Vance, hizo una importante excepción en los diseñadores de sus atuendos.

Melania Trump Tips Her Hat

Inauguration fashion statements from the first lady — as well as the second.

Armani Takes Inspiration From … Armani

As a new generation seeks out vintage Armani on eBay, the label is leaning into its own archive. The Armani renaissance is officially on.

How Can I Get Out of My Leggings Rut?

Our fashion critic proposes alternative pant styles to a reader searching for a comfortable yet fashionable replacement to leggings in public.

Does a Strong Holiday Shopping Season Mean a Better Year Ahead?

Consumers spent more than expected over the holidays on clothes and electronics. But the retail economy is still a mixed bag.

What’s With All the Dancing in Suits?

In Milan, arty dance routines seemed more prevalent than runway shows, as fashion houses aimed to give their audiences something — anything — to Instagram about.

80 Years of First Lady Fashion

From Eleanor Roosevelt to Jill Biden, first ladies have often made statements through what they wore on Inauguration Day and to the inaugural balls.

Fashion’s TikTok Conundrum

At the men’s shows in Europe, Ralph Lauren and Brunello Cucinelli brushed off virality in favor of reliable classics, while Philipp Plein had a bit of an identity crisis.

A Simple Brown Coat That Set the Tone for the U.S. Presidency

For a limited time, George Washington’s inaugural coat, which distanced his office from the military and from European royalty, will be on display at Mount Vernon.

What Is So Irresistible About Wearing Toast?

A low-key brand, founded by archaeologists in Wales, has quietly expanded in New York.

How Vuori Became One of the Hottest Names in Fashion

The 10-year-old company has ridden the popularity of its tech pants to the top rungs of the athleisure market. But “it’s still early days,” Vuori’s founder says.

El look lynchiano

El pelo abundante, la ropa común y un cigarro en la mano eran las marcas distintivas de identidad visual del cineasta recientemente fallecido, David Lynch.

The Movies That Fashion Designers Watch Again and Again

Nine designers discuss the films that continue to inform their aesthetics, from “In the Mood for Love” to “The Exorcist.”

The Lynchian Look

Lavish hair, nondescript clothes and a smoking habit were hallmarks of the filmmaker David Lynch’s visual persona.

A Legacy in Biden Blue

Joe, Jill and the look of the last four years — what will we remember?

As the Detroit Lions Surge, Fans Flock to an Unofficial Uniform

With support from Dan Campbell, the Lions’ wildly popular head coach, Detroit Army’s apparel has emerged as an unlikely alternative to the team’s licensed gear.

Wildfire Victims Need Cash More Than Used Clothes

After natural disasters, relief organizations are overwhelmed by clothing donations. Aid groups in Southern California say money is more helpful.

An Overnight Style Sensation, at 79

Larry Pennington, a fashionable former educator, was looking to share some advice on home décor and thrifting. He became an unlikely social media darling.

Proenza Schouler Designers Depart in Further Fashion World Tumult

After a year of major creative change, a new round of musical chairs has begun.

What Is Ye Trying to Tell Us Now?

His new clothing collection has words and letters in a foreign language, the message of which is unclear. But people are buying it.

Gay Talese Keeps Notes, Especially on Everyone’s Clothes

In a new collection about New York City, the writer turns his gimlet eye on its icons, its architecture, its hot spots — and its suits. “Clothes matter — especially when you get old,” he says.

Houndstooth Plaid and Pink Shoelaces

A pop of color punctuated a dashing assemblage of prints.

A Couple That Gets Dressed Together

Both are fans of relaxed silhouettes.

A Blue Coat and a Scarf Bonnet

Vibrant outerwear set a wintry outfit apart.

Two Cool Ways to Keep Heads Warm

Artfully layered headgear enhanced a duo’s style.

Oliviero Toscani, Driving Force Behind Provocative Benetton Ads, Dies at 82

A photographer and art director, he broke the boundaries of advertising in the 1980s and ’90s, embracing activism with images evoking AIDS and racial and sexual diversity.

Can I Dress Both Conservatively and Stylishly as a Young Person?

Our fashion critic offers a young reader debating whether modesty is compatible with current trends advice on navigating personal style preferences.

¿Zapatos horrendos o geniales? ¿Qué pensar del 1906L de New Balance?

Una conversación sobre el “snoafer”, un modelo polémico que no es ni tenis ni mocasín.

How Poshmark Is Trying to Make Resale Work Again

The once high-flying platform for secondhand clothes was bought by a huge South Korean tech company. Can tech fixes make peer-to-peer selling seamless?

At Home, Her Life Was Modest. As ‘Killadamente,’ She Inspired Millions.

Carol Acosta transformed herself into a social media influencer with a message of self-love. The Dominican American star died last week at the age of 27.

It’s Time for a Fashion Revolution

An unprecedented number of new designers have an opportunity to once again change how we dress. They should dare to seize it.

Getting the Art Out of the Studio and Onto Your Kicks

Sky Gellatly is a matchmaker between artists and brands, and his eye for deals has resulted in some flashy, and lucrative, collaborations.

Retailers may be taking a more staggered approach to holiday hiring.

At Jimmy Carter’s Funeral, a Rare Image of Presidential Unity

President-elect Donald J. Trump becomes part of the club. Melania Trump joins the first ladies.

The Slow Growth of Hand-Painted Clothes

In an era of fast fashion, some yearn for clothing with a personal touch.

The Parisian Chocolatier Reviving a 19th-Century Trading Card Tradition

Plus: a riverside retreat in Vietnam, a luxurious duffel bag and more recommendations from T Magazine.

Celebrated New Yorker Writer Enlisted as Model

How do you follow up a couple best-selling books? If you’re Patrick Radden Keefe, you star in a J. Crew ad.

A Fashion Reporter Considers the Ways Trends Trickle Down

Jacob Gallagher, who covers men’s style for The Times, writes about teddy bear jeans, papal robes and all the fashion moments in between.

Are These Shoes Hideous or Genius?

A conversation about the New Balance “Snoafers” — not quite sneakers, not quite loafers.

Do Football Fans Really Want to Be Fashionable?

Emma Grede of Skims and Good American and Kristin Juszczyk say the answer is yes.

Globos de Oro 2025: 19 atuendos inolvidables

Por buenas y malas razones, estos atuendos estuvieron entre los más memorables.

The Worst Golden Globes Fashion Trend

Enough with the retro throwback nostalgia — Hollywood needs to be less conservative on the red carpet.

Ralph Lauren Invites Everyone to Return to (His) Office

And he has some ideas about what we should wear.

Furry Slippers and Sweatpants: Young Chinese Embrace ‘Gross Outfits’ at Work

The social media movement is the latest sign that some of China’s young people are resisting the compulsion to strive.

Larga vida a los pantalones cómodos

La oportunidad de revisar las antiguas normas sociales ha sido uno de los pocos efectos secundarios positivos de la pandemia. Y la vestimenta es una de ellas.

Soft Pants: The Postpandemic Benefit That’s Here to Stay

Ditching “hard pants” is just another way that the pandemic has altered the fabric — literally — of our lives.

In China, It’s Time to Splurge Again, and the Luxury Industry Is Relieved

The end of pandemic-era restrictions has unleashed a luxury spending rebound in China. Which Western brands are coming out on top?

Who Gets to Tell the Story? Views Differ.

Readers respond to Pamela Paul’s first column, about “lived experience.” Also: Those who golf; women’s office clothing.