Ella Emhoff, stepdaughter of Vice President Kamala Harris, just signed to modeling and talent agency IMG. The New York Times reports that the 21-year-old had a modest following on social media before the Presidential Inauguration, spurred by her quirky knitwear designs and art-kid sense of style and humor. But her Thom Browne suit and Miu Miu coat worn in front of a […]
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Athleta Adds Extended Sizing to honor its pledge to Inclusivity
Popular activewear brand Athleta has announced the expansion of extended sizing (1X-3X or sizes 18-26) to 350 styles across its collection. For Spring 2021, 70% of the Athleta collection will be available in sizes 1X-3X. “Athleta’s extended sizing expansion brings to life its mission of inclusivity and reinforces its commitment to empower women to lead an active […]
Designer Diane von Furstenberg posts Swimsuit Selfie along with Empowering Message
It’s a new year, and Diane von Furstenberg is bringing it in with an empowering message, by ushering in 2021 with a rally cry to women of all ages to “own” their age. Earlier this month, the 74-year-old legendary Belgian fashion designer received praise for sharing an unedited swimsuit selfie to Instagram with her more […]
Kim Kardashian returns to Instagram to announce Skims hosiery launch
After taking a little time off, this month Kim Kardashian has returned to Instagram with a brand new launch. The reality star and businesswoman made her first post since Christmas for her Skims shapewear brand. Kardashian’s post also marks her first social media appearance following rumors of a divorce between her and Kanye West. Within […]
Inauguration Fashion Choices made big Statements
All eyes were on the Capitol for the presidential inauguration last Wednesday, but while Americans witnessed one of the most multicultural and modern moments in the nation’s history, they couldn’t ignore the style that came with it. Known for breaking norms, the first and second families wore bold colors, chic monochromatic outfits and introduced new […]
Woman who made Bernie Sanders’ viral Inauguration Mittens says they’re not for sale
As President Joe Biden was sworn into office last Wednesday, inauguration attendees bundled up to stay warm in the mostly cloudy, 42-degree weather, but no one appeared more prepared than Senator Bernie Sanders. His practical coat and handmade mittens went viral on social media almost instantaneously, in stark contrast to the high-fashion looks of Vice […]
Rihanna and artist Lorna Simpson collaborate for Essence magazine’s January/February issue
Music and fashion icon Rihanna covers the January/February 2021 issue of Essence looking like a painting, thanks to artist Lorna Simpson. Simpson created original photographic collages for the cover and a 12-page portfolio entitled, “Of Earth & Sky,” with the pop star posing against the galaxy, in an oyster shell, with rough diamonds on her […]
Bridget Foley is out as editor at WWD
The Cut reports that Bridget Foley, the executive editor of Women’s Wear Daily, and a pillar of the paper’s fashion coverage for more than 30 years, was laid off from her position. “It’s a huge part of my life,” Foley said in an interview with The Cut. “It’s been a privilege to cover this industry […]
Lindsay Peoples Wagner Named Editor-in-Chief of The Cut
After two years at Teen Vogue, Lindsay Peoples Wagner is returning to New York Magazine‘s The Cut as its top editor. Peoples Wagner will replace outgoing editor-in-chief Stella Bugbee. “I cannot wait to see what Lindsay does as The Cut’s new editor-in-chief,” said David Haskell, the editor-in-chief of New York Magazine, in a statement. “She is that extraordinary thing: […]
Coty Closes $200M KKWBeauty Deal
WWD reports that Coty Inc. has closed the deal to acquire 20 percent of Kim Kardashian West’s beauty business, KKW Beauty, for $200 million. The deal was originally unveiled in June, but now it’s official. Coty plans to bring KKW beauty into new categories, including skin care, which is slated to launch in fiscal 2022. “Kim […]