//www.nytimes.com/2015/08/20/t-magazine/who-is-marc-jacobs.html.The trendsetting fashion designer finds himself at a crossroads. More…
David BaileyThe photographer’s latest portrait is a departure from the swinging ’60s images he’s known for. More…
From ’70s floral-print suits to ’40s-era net hats, from oversize shearlings to logo sweatshirts, the current, decade-spanning style of today alludes to the past.
Photograph by Robi Rodriguez. Styled by Jason RiderAs high fashion becomes an increasingly commercial business, a group of rebellious young designers has emerged, challenging the unwritten codes of design, from gender stereotypes to what’s even considered clothing. More…
The Dickensian era doesn’t instantly call to mind seduction, but this season is full of women who reveal the dangerous demimonde beneath a trussed-up 19th-century-inspired exterior. From Junya Watanabe’s voluptuous long skirts and “Wuthering Heights”-noir black riding jackets to Rodarte’s bejeweled high ruffled necks, the emphasis is on black, with lace and organza that simultaneously veil the body and reveal it, and cutaways and transparent panels that hint at mixed messages.
The original moment when such styles took a somber turn was in 1861, after the death of Prince Albert, Queen Victoria’s great love. For the last 40 years of her life, the monarch wore only black and expected everyone else to follow suit. A vogue emerged for gorily erotic storytelling tinged with mysticism. The image of the sexually experienced widow was regarded as a destabilizing factor, with her mourning frocks and jet jewelry subtly advertising the charms of the bereaved to potential second husbands. Darkness, then and now, becomes her.
Unskilled Worker earned a mass following after being discovered by the fashion photographer Nick Knight and creating commissioned works for Gucci.
Upon the release of her poetic debut album, “Tomorrow Will Be Beautiful,” the folk singer pauses to enjoy the tender subtlety of fashion’s new bohemianism.
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The Star: Patricia Clarkson
The Moment: The New York premiere of “Learning to Drive” on Aug. 17.
The Elements: A Naeem Khan Fall 2015 mock turtleneck gown.
The X-Factor: Last night, the actress wore a slim Naeem Khan gown covered in floral blush appliqué. The fabric was vaguely reminiscent of Victorian embroidery — but with a mock turtleneck and low-cut sides, the look was refreshingly modern.
Photograph by Scott Trindle. Styled by Jason Rider But with cleaner lines and artful juxtapositions, the look is distinctly modern. More…
The traditional men’s wear fabric has been nipped and tucked to new feminine proportions.
The Star: Chloë Grace Moretz
The Moment: The Teen Choice Awards on August 16.
The Elements: A resort 2016 Gucci top, skirt and ring with Casadei heels.
The X-Factor: Last night, the actress chose a tea-length black skirt from Gucci’s resort collection and purple simple pumps. She paired the look with a lacy camisole embroidered with a giant, coiled snake.