Fashion News
Manolo Blahnik: The Shoe Sculptor at 40
The designer is about to celebrate 40 years of creating fashionable shoes.
Bohemian Wrist Tangles, Also Known as ‘Kanye Bracelets,’ Trend, Rising Even Among Bankers
After Kanye West appeared with a wrist full of bracelets from Cartier and Burkman Bros., blogs began referring to any and all wrist-tangles as “Kanye bracelets,” and a trend took off.
At Gucci, Frida Giannini Goes from Sexy to Sensual
Frida Giannini leaves rock ‘n roll behind to embrace the moss green, wispy chiffon and iridescent peacock style of Art Nouveau — but with a twist.
A Tuxedo Should Reflect the Man
A reporter shops on the high end, but ends up buying a lower priced tuxedo off the rack.
Akiko Fukai Curates History at the Kyoto Costume Institute
Akiko Fukai has made a name for the Kyoto Costume Institute with exhibits that have traveled the world.
Fashion Openings and Sales for the Week of Feb. 23.
For the week starting Feb. 23, store openings and sales.
It’s all about fit. And, yes, you can learn to tie a bow tie yourself.
Reem Acra Designs Keep Ending Up on Red Carpets
Reem Acra is not a household name, but when Oscar guests hit the red carpet on Sunday, someone is almost sure to be wearing one of her dresses.
The Future of Fabric Prints Is Bright
For better or worse, industry experts, retailers and designers see no end to fashion’s love affair with print.
Tom Ford Rolls Out a Glamorama
The designer’s autumn 2012 collection, shown to a chosen few, was significant for its large assortment of accessories.
Alexis Bittar’s New Designs Leave Lucite Behind
Alexis Bittar has evolved himself, from a downtown club kid who, he admits, did too many drugs, to a jewelry designer whose company took in $70 million last year.
Sarah Burton Shows McQ, the Alexander McQueen Second Line
Enchantment was the way Sarah Burton captured fashion’s attention for the Alexander McQueen secondary line.
During London Week, Mary Katrantzou Talks About Prints
A conversation with the designer Mary Katrantzou.
Christopher Kane and Erdem Show Smart, Controlled Styles
One after another, London’s shows have been examples of smart, controlled creation.
Burberry for Autumn 2012 Focuses on the Hip
At Burberry Prorsum, Christopher Bailey puts the emphasis on hips, and the collection the designer sent out on Monday in London focused on padded pockets.




