Statement Dressing Is Back
T Style, Today
After seasons of pared-down styles, designers are once again ready to go bold with wild prints and big-night-out gowns.
How Big Should a Handbag Be?
Styles, Yesterday
A reader wonders if it’s better to carry a small bag or a large one. Our critic explains the relationship between purse size and power.
How Hedi Slimane Changed Fashion
Styles, October 6
He has just left his fourth job at a big brand. Maybe it’s time he start one of his own. Would you buy that?
¿Quién invitó a Jack Nicholson al desfile de moda?
En español, October 6
En su más reciente hazaña de entretenimiento protésico, el artista Alexis Stone se transformó en el actor para el desfile de Balenciaga en París.
Paris Hilton Is Becoming a Fixture at Walmart
Styles, October 5
A new line of handbags expands the offerings of her brand at the big-box chain. Plus, rare Birkenstocks and a pink suit you may have seen.
Good News if You Want to Look ‘Demure’
Styles, October 5
Many brands in their spring 2025 collections offered ladylike alternatives to the flashy and revealing clothing that has proliferated in recent years.
Para las empresas en China, salir de Sinkiang plantea un dilema complicado
En español, October 4
La investigación del gobierno sobre la empresa matriz de Calvin Klein y Tommy Hilfiger, que dejó de comprar productos de Sinkiang, ha puesto a las empresas mundiales en una situación difícil.
Oil Prices Rise on Biden’s Offhand Remarks, and U.S. Ports Reopen
Podcasts, October 4
Plus, the top trends from fashion month.
How to Stage a Viral Fashion Show
Styles, October 4
The French house Coperni closed Paris Fashion Week with a show at Disneyland Paris, capped off with a surprise runway appearance by Kylie Jenner.
For Companies in China, Pulling Out of Xinjiang Poses ‘Messy Dilemma’
Business, October 4
Beijing’s investigation of the parent of Calvin Klein and Tommy Hilfiger, which stopped buying goods from Xinjiang, has put global firms in a difficult position.
What We Learned From Seeing Over 200 Fashion Shows in One Month
T Style, October 3
Our editors discuss the season’s standout trends, from animal-shaped bags to one-legged pants.
How Tory Burch Gets Ready
T Style, October 3
Plus: a new hotel on the Athens Riviera, salvaged jewelry and more recommendations from T Magazine.
Give Them What They Want
Styles, October 3
Tulle, camouflage, denim and all those buckles: Paris Fashion Week had a little of everything.
Beyoncé Released a Song and Levi’s Saw Its Moment
Styles, October 2
The denim brand was looking for ways to sell more apparel to women, and the megastar gave them a natural spokeswoman thanks to a song on “Cowboy Carter.”
The Whiplash of a Major Fashion World Shake-up
Styles, October 2
Celine shocked the industry by announcing that Hedi Slimane, its top designer, is leaving. Hours later, it surprised many again by naming his replacement.
¿Por qué tantas mujeres llevan gafas gigantes?
En español, October 2
Un lector se pregunta por qué cada vez más mujeres optan por monturas gruesas a cierta edad. Nuestra crítica de moda lo explica.
The Best Trend of Fashion Month. And the Worst.
Styles, October 2
Louis Vuitton, Chanel and Miu Miu bring Paris Fashion Week to a close with some important takeaways.
The Politics of a Boring Suit
Styles, October 2
A night of few fireworks between the candidates was also a night of little sartorial flair. And that was the goal.
Who Invited Jack Nicholson to the Fashion Show?
Styles, October 1
In his latest feat of prosthetic fun, the performance artist Alexis Stone transformed himself into the actor at the Balenciaga runway show in Paris.
Sex Is Back on the Table in Paris
Styles, October 1
Balenciaga starts the heavy breathing. With shimmies from Hermès, Stella McCartney and Victoria Beckham.
Las Fiestas Blancas de Sean Combs eran celebraciones de la alta sociedad. ¿Fueron algo más?
En español, September 30
Los eventos ayudaron al magnate de la música a elevar su perfil. Pero una mujer que trabajó en ellas ha dicho en documentos judiciales que las fiestas también tenían un lado sombrío.
They’ve Made Hats for McCain and Trump. And Obama and Harris.
Styles, September 30
One of the last remaining union-run hat factory in the country is in New Jersey. Over more than three decades, its workers have made hats for competing campaigns.
Why Do So Many Women Wear Giant Eyeglasses?
Styles, September 30
A reader wonders why more women start opting for chunky frames at a certain age. Our fashion critic explains the appeal.
Vintage Shopping Is Booming. Banana Republic and Others Get In on the Action.
Business, September 30
Last year, apparel resale in the United States grew seven times the rate of the broader retail industry. Independent resellers and corporate giants are getting creative to meet the demand.
The Verdict on Alessandro Michele’s Valentino
Styles, September 30
Major change is in the air, in all sorts of ways.
Kylie Jenner and Ayo Edebiri Toast a Starry Crowd at Paris Fashion Week
Styles, September 29
Actors, designers and musicians turned out at a party to celebrate the Business of Fashion’s annual index of industry leaders.
A ‘Perfect’ Take on Nantucket Style?
Styles, September 29
Scrutinizing the costumes in Netflix’s “The Perfect Couple.”
Sean Combs’s White Parties Were Edgy, A-List Affairs. Were They More?
Culture, September 29
The events helped the music mogul raise his profile. But one woman who worked at them has said in court papers that the parties had a dark side, too.
What to Wear Next
Styles, September 29
A brilliant Loewe collection, some good ideas from Courrèges and Junya Watanabe, and a step forward at Alexander McQueen.
Yes, You Can Swim in Louboutins
Styles, September 28
Christian Louboutin enlisted the French Olympic synchronized swimming team to introduce his new Miss Z stilettos at Paris Fashion Week.
How Being a Middle Child Shaped an Actress’s Style
Styles, September 28
Issa Rae prefers attire with “symmetry” and avoids flashy clothes. Plus: vintage Ralph Lauren and the sudden end of a cult brand.
This ‘Real Housewife’ Is Back for More
Styles, September 27
Jessel Taank hits a fashion week party — with Pavit in tow — and pours tequila behind a bar.
Go Wild with Fall’s Animal-Print Accessories
T Style, September 27
Jaguar, cheetah and leopard spots are showing up on the season’s fiercest shoes, boots and bags.
But Would Kamala Wear It?
Styles, September 27
In her sophomore collection Chloé’s Chemena Kamali offers a high summer vibe, but not too many suits. Schiaparelli and Rabanne also let the sun shine in.
The Story of the African Diaspora, Told Through Its Fashions
Styles, September 26
By examining the work of designers of African descent, a new exhibition in Manhattan finds common threads and, more interestingly, divergences.
A King of Cool Casual’s Next Act
Styles, September 26
With a new store, Steven Alan is trying to reconjure the magic of the boutique that put him on the fashion map.
Balmain’s Beauty Pageant of All Ages
Styles, September 26
Olivier Rousteing’s new muse is … makeup? For everyone.
Conveying Confidence Through Clothing
Styles, September 25
Signs of self-assurance were apparent in outfits on and off the runways at Milan Fashion Week.
The Man Behind Ferrari’s Fashion Line on What Fuels His Designs
T Style, September 25
Rocco Iannone is inspired by Joshua Tree, his middle school teacher and cats.
Is This What Female Strength Looks Like?
Styles, September 25
Saint Laurent and Dior struggle with the answer.
Amal Clooney, Cate Blanchett and Sting Cap a Starry Week of Galas
Styles, September 24
Hollywood luminaries gathered for the Albie Awards; and the New York Philharmonic and the Metropolitan Opera drew a crowd of philanthropists and Broadway stars to Lincoln Center.
China to Investigate U.S. Retailer, Sending a Message Over Xinjiang
Business, September 24
PVH, which owns Calvin Klein and Tommy Hilfiger, is targeted for allegedly avoiding purchases from the region where the Chinese government has cracked down on Muslim minorities.
Is It Time to Rename the Pussy-Bow Blouse?
Styles, September 23
A reader proposes retiring a fashion term often interpreted as a double entendre. Our fashion critic explains the origins of the tie-neck blouse and its name.
In Bali, a House That Taught a Fashion Executive How to Relax
T Style, September 23
At his Japanese-inspired villa, the cofounder of Maison Kitsuné has found pleasure in letting go.
A Surprise Season of Stranger Things
Styles, September 22
Standout shows from Bally and Bottega Veneta bring Milan Fashion Week to a close. Gucci, Versace and Moschino do some recycling.
Naomi Campbell Won’t Stop Her Children From Modeling
Styles, September 21
As long as they get good grades. Plus: a new top editor at i-D magazine and a nascent ‘it’ bag.
Why Nike Just Did It
Business, September 20
Investors are hoping that replacing John Donahoe as chief executive will lift its stock price and restore the brand’s cool factor.
Pat Field: Do What You Love, and You Will Make Things Happen
Styles, September 20
The costume designer of “Sex and the City” and “The Devil Wears Prada,” now 82, still heeds her family’s advice.
Patricia Field: Her Joyful, Chaotic Fashion Sense Gets a Film to Match
Culture, September 20
“Happy Clothes” covers her work on “Emily in Paris” and “Sex and the City,” as well as her time as a tastemaker in the 1970s and ’80s underground.
Prada vs. the Algorithm
Special Sections, September 20
Miuccia Prada and Raf Simons take on the style echo chamber. Fendi celebrates choice.
Nike C.E.O. John Donahoe Abruptly Retires Amid Declining Sales
Business, September 19
Elliott Hill, an executive who left the company after Donahoe’s appointment in 2020, will return as chief executive, Nike’s board said.
A New Lace-Forward Fashion Line
T Style, September 19
The London-based women’s wear brand Oiza is expanding ideas of British beauty.
Sneakers That Channel Venetian Textiles
T Style, September 19
Plus: a new boutique hotel in Miami, Mary Corse’s paintings and more recommendations from T Magazine.
The Art of Dressing Gracefully
Styles, September 19
This season at London Fashion Week, outfits on and off the runway felt a bit more mature.
Is This the Boldest Birkin Bag?
T Style, September 19
Hermès’s latest iteration is encrusted with almost 3,000 gems.
A Gay Brand Endured, and Evolved. So Did Its Founders.
Styles, September 19
For 30 years, David Lauterstein has been making jockstraps, harnesses and other gear with his partner. In a new memoir, he paints a (very) colorful portrait of gay New York in the 1990s.
How to Own Something by the Punk Poet Jun Takahashi
Styles, September 19
GU, Uniqlo’s trendier sibling, is opening its first store outside Asia in SoHo, collaborating with the subversively witty Jun Takahashi of Undercover.
Melania Trump defiende su trabajo como modelo de desnudos
En español, September 19
La ex primera dama calificó su trabajo pasado como una “celebración de la forma humana” en un video, el último de una serie que promociona su libro de memorias.
In the Front Row at a MAGA Fashion Show
Styles, September 18
On the runway were ball gowns, sequined jackets and, yes, hats.
Olivia Wilde, Chloe Fineman and Rosie Perez Buzz at TriBeCa Power Lunch
Styles, September 18
Influential women in entertainment talked politics, fashion week and fall travel plans at a party to support emerging filmmakers.
Melania Trump Defends Nude Modeling Work as She Promotes Book
Politics, September 18
The former first lady called her past work a “celebration of the human form” in a video, the latest in a series promoting her memoir and appearing to reflect her deeply held beliefs.
Finding London’s Most Distinctive Shops
Travel, September 18
Sure, you can hit Harrods. But the British capital also has small specialized shops, some centuries old and still crafting items by hand. Here, a selection of singular shopping experiences.
¿Por qué tanta gente viste de negro?
En español, September 18
A una lectora le cuesta entender el encanto de vestir de negro. Nuestra crítica de moda ofrece una explicación a su popularidad.
Just a Really Fantastic Fashion Show
Special Sections, September 18
Francesco Risso creates a triumphant Marni collection.
Can Milan’s Craziest Fashion Brand Grow Up?
Styles, September 17
Sunnei, at 10, has become one of the hot shows of Milan Fashion Week. Can its founders move on to the next level?
Celebrating a Very Fashionable Middle Age
Styles, September 17
Once upon a time the London scene was wild and revolutionary. Now its fashion week is 40. What happens when the wild child of dress grows up?
11 Notable Fashion Books Out This Fall
Styles, September 17
Iris Apfel, Diane Keaton and Henri Bendel are just some of the style icons featured in the pages of this season’s most fashionable titles.
Pastel Clothes Aren’t Just for Spring
T Style, September 17
Head-to-toe sorbet hues provide a palate cleanser this season.
Premios Emmy 2024: 16 ‘looks’ inolvidables
En español, September 16
Por si te lo perdiste, he aquí un resumen de lo que más destacó en la alfombra roja de los premios a lo mejor de la televisión.
Why Do So Many People Wear All Black?
Styles, September 16
A reader struggles to see the allure of wearing black clothing. Our fashion critic offers an explanation for its popularity.
16 Unforgettable Looks at the Emmys
Styles, September 16
The fashion on the red carpet ran the gamut. These 16 looks were among the most notable.
2024 Emmys Red Carpet: See the Looks From TV’s Biggest Stars
Styles, September 15
For the second time this year, Hollywood is convening to toast its work on the small screen. Here’s what the stars wore to make their entrances.
Roblox for Adults? Dress to Impress Draws a Crowd.
Styles, September 15
The online gaming platform is ubiquitous among tweens, but a popular fashion game has adults — and a few celebrities — paying attention.
Mary McFadden, Celebrated Designer of Shimmering Dresses, Dies at 85
Obits, September 14
She took symbols from ancient cultures and translated them into intricate embroideries, beadings and paintings on clothes worn by the likes of Jacqueline Onassis.
New Tariff Rules Could Reverse a ‘Paradigm Shift’ in Retail
Washington, September 14
Under pressure from Chinese competitors, Amazon, Walmart and other U.S. retailers have been exploring ways to avoid tariffs. Could a new Biden administration rule change that?
Ella Emhoff Had a Busy New York Fashion Week
Styles, September 14
As Kamala Harris prepared for a big debate, her stepdaughter graced runways and front rows. Plus: purple hiking boots, the LVMH Prize and browsing for moisturizers.
Who Says Your Couch Can’t Match Your Sweater?
Styles, September 13
Bold colors and bright patterns mark the first collaboration between the fashion house Clare V. and the home goods company Schoolhouse.
PETA Wants More Than a Friendly Statement From Pharrell Williams
Styles, September 13
After an animal rights protest at a film premiere, Mr. Williams, the creative director of Louis Vuitton, said he had “plans to change things.”
Redefining American Style
Styles, September 13
A new generation of New York designers is changing the look of the country.
Fall’s Best Boots Are Rugged and Buckled
T Style, September 12
Here are our favorite pairs, in a range of prices.
Clothes That Command Attention
Styles, September 12
The breadth of people in the streets at New York Fashion Week meant there was no shortage of great outfits.
Calvin Klein Tries Something New
Styles, September 12
The buzzy designer Nensi Dojaka will offer a moodier take on the famous underwear. No tight white briefs or sweaty six-packs in sight.
Internet pasó años buscándola. Ella no tenía idea
En español, September 11
Por cinco años, miles de usuarios de Reddit intentaron encontrar a la dueña de un enigmático rostro, conocida simplemente como la Celebridad Número 6. Este mes, la búsqueda llegó a su fin.
Battle of the Political Brands
Styles, September 11
When Donald Trump and Kamala Harris faced off on the debate stage, governing style was on display.
Paul Smith’s Roads Less Traveled
Styles, September 11
At 78, the designer, who stumbled into fashion when an accident ended a competitive cycling career, is still hurtling along at full speed.
The Best True Crime to Stream: All the Cool Kids Are Wearing It
Culture, September 11
Four picks across television, film and podcasting that examine dark stories about some of the most trendy clothing brands.
The Internet Spent Years Searching for Her. She Had No Idea.
Styles, September 10
A mysterious woman came to be known on Reddit as Celebrity Number Six. She told us she is not sure how to feel about the sudden crush of attention.
Kim Kardashian, Katy Perry and Lindsay Lohan in Their Fashion Week Best
Styles, September 10
At a gala and auction in Midtown, the Kering Foundation drew one of the starriest crowds of New York Fashion Week.
Women Making Waves
Styles, September 10
Tory Burch plays to win, and Rachel Scott of Diotima has a star-making show.
Seeing the Fashion World Through the Eyes of an 8-Year-Old
Styles, September 10
An interest in design and a knack for sewing have earned Max Alexander celebrity fans and millions of social media followers.
Why Do Americans Want to Dress Like Swedes?
Styles, September 10
The Stockholm fashion label Toteme has a no-nonsense, “pragmatic” look — and a lot of fans in New York.
Givenchy Appoints Sarah Burton as Creative Director
Styles, September 9
The British designer will be the second woman to oversee collections for the 72-year-old French brand.
Peter Nygard, Former Fashion Mogul, Is Sentenced to 11 Years in Prison
Foreign, September 9
Mr. Nygard was convicted in Toronto of sexually assaulting four women in his company’s headquarters. He also faces trials in Montreal, Winnipeg and New York.
Are Special Clothes You Don’t Wear Anymore Worth Keeping?
Styles, September 9
A reader wonders what she should do with the high-end garments that stay in her closet year round. Our fashion critic explains her options.
A Soap Star’s Dramatic Return to the Runway
Styles, September 9
Susan Lucci hits the catwalk for the first time since she took a memorable tumble. Plus: giant Loewe vegetables, poufy dresses and browsing for backpacks.
Ralph Lauren Invites Everyone to Return to (His) Office
Styles, April 30
And he has some ideas about what we should wear.
Furry Slippers and Sweatpants: Young Chinese Embrace ‘Gross Outfits’ at Work
Business, March 24
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
En español, May 27
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
Op Ed, May 13
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
Business, May 2
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.
Letters, May 1
Readers respond to Pamela Paul’s first column, about “lived experience.” Also: Those who golf; women’s office clothing.