About this time every year, we find ourselves spending an inordinate amount of time day-dreaming about our summer vacations–and even more time fantasizing about what we’ll wear on them. Somehow dressing for vacation is just always more fun than dressing for real life. That being said, it’s often hard to find exactly the right of Read more →
Theme dressing for a holiday can be tricky. You want to be festive, but not costume-y. It’s especially challenging on the Fourth of July when you have to work with not only red, white and blue, but also stars and stripes. That’s a whole lot going on in one outfit. So if you’d rather look Read more →
The woes of adapting to a new season never seem to end when you’re short on savings and want everything that shows up on the runways. It’s tough to update a wardrobe without spending a ton, especially in this city. The key is prioritizing: decide what’s worth splurging on, what you’re going to skip (you don’t need to sport EVERY trend–you’ll look maniacal), and what’s trendy but not worth a large price tag. Easier said than done? Here’s a guide to some of the season’s biggest looks from easily-accessible retailers, all under $50 (with a few exceptions).
Amazon Launches a Flash Sale Site: The new members only site–a la Gilt and Rue La La–called Myhabit, will host four to six sales each day beginning at noon at up to 60 percent off retail price. The site launches today and scheduled brands include Elizabeth and James, Vena Cava, and Betsey Johnson. {WWD, subscription required}
Inside the Costume Institute Gala: You’ve seen all of the red carpet photos, but Vogue‘s WIlliam Norwich takes you inside the Met for the exclusive party. {Vogue}
Giorgio Armani Designed Vestments for a Bishop: Monsignor Domenico Mogavero wore his designer robes to a church inauguration on the Mediterranean island of Pantelleria where Armani has a home. {Telegraph}
PPR Acquires Volcom: The California skate and surf company joins Puma as part of PPR’s growing mass market division. {WWD, subscription required}
Each swimsuit season offers more and more options when it comes to one-piece styles. We rounded up 15 of our favorite.
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