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Is My Wardrobe Stuck in the Past?

It can be hard to know when to let go of a beloved piece of clothing — like a go-to jumpsuit. Our critic offers tips for giving old clothing new life.

By Vanessa Friedman

image: Gayle King in New York in June.

What Should We Call ‘Athleisure’ Now?

Ty Haney, the “queen of athleisure,” has returned to Outdoor Voices. But the world of leggings has evolved.

By Vanessa Friedman

image: The new Outdoor Voices collection “is more than matchy compression bras and leggings,” said Ty Haney.

The Changing Politics of Masks

Accountability and privacy are on a collision course that raises the stakes for the role of face-covering in modern life.

By Vanessa Friedman

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Surveying the Style in an Elite Summer Retreat

It’s a place where blue blazers, printed pants and Belgian Shoes are plentiful.

By Andrew Zucker and Jutharat Pinyodoonyachet

image: The scene at a recent party at the Southampton Arts Center suggested an enduring appeal for blue-blooded staples in the Long Island area the center is named for.

Is Gen Z Bringing Back Louboutins?

Despite the crippling effects of sky-high stilettos, a new generation of fans can’t stay out of Christian Louboutin heels.

By Liana Satenstein

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Ocasio-Cortez Must Pay Another $2,700 for Met Gala Dress

Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez made a splash in 2021 with her “Tax the Rich” dress. Then the House Ethics Committee opened an investigation.

By Nicholas Fandos

image: Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, center, on the red carpet at the Met Gala in 2021.

How Can I Be Sure My Clothes Aren’t Made in a Sweatshop?

As more luxury brands are exposed for manufacturing pipelines involving exploitative labor conditions, our critic offers tips for finding ethically made clothes.

By Vanessa Friedman

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Why Is a Mid-Tier Restaurant Chain Selling Cowboy Boots?

As casual dining faces major headwinds, Chili’s is tapping into a Texas boot maker’s fashion credibility, hoping viral marketing can help it find a new audience.

By Yola Mzizi

image: Chili’s, a mainstay of many a ’90s-kid night out, is courting renewed relevance by way of an unapologetically gimmicky partnership with the western wear brand Tecovas.

A Designer Was Ready for India’s Fashion Moment

As the “big guys” dabble in Indian looks, Kartik Kumra is in it for the long haul. And stars like Kendrick Lamar and Stephen Curry are wearing his designs.

By Alisha Haridasani Gupta

image: Kartik Kumra started his fashion label, Kartik Research, in his dorm room at the University of Pennsylvania.

The Woman to See About Your Face

Melinda Farina, known as the Beauty Broker, sends Hollywood actresses and everyday women to doctors around the globe. In her world, the knives are always out.

By Jacob Bernstein

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A Fashion Week Not Quite Like the Rest

Copenhagen Fashion Week has a freer, youthful spirit that draws a diverse group of people who telegraph their excitement and identity through clothes.

By Simbarashe Cha

image: The Alis show at Copenhagen Fashion Week ended with a boat ferrying models into the sunset.

Ralph Lauren, ‘The Gilded Age’ and Black Affluence

Recent portrayals of the Black elite have shown the complexities that can come with representing class.

By Yola Mzizi

image: The Polo Ralph Lauren for Oak Bluffs collection was introduced in July with a campaign featuring breezy bucolic scenes.

Coldblooded Accessories for a Hot Summer

Snakeskin patterns add an elegant touch to structured purses.

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A Fictional Killer Is Now a Style Icon. Are People Missing the Joke?

Patrick Bateman, the titular ‘American Psycho’, was written as satire. He’s also the inspiration for a new perfume and bar.

By Jameson Montgomery

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A City Girl Allergic to Wearing Black

A New York City transplant dresses “like a rainbow” with help from a color wheel kept in her closet.

By Simbarashe Cha

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A Talisman for Tasteful Travelers

Its fans include Anjelica Huston and the Row founders, Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen.

By Chantel Tattoli

image: St. Christopher medals, named for the Catholic saint revered as the patron of travelers, are some of the jewelry designer Lisa Eisner’s most popular pieces.

Christophe de Menil, Art Patron and Designer, Is Dead at 92

A Parisian-born oil heiress, she collected art and supported major artists, designed costumes and moved in rarefied social and cultural circles.

By David A. Andelman

image: Christophe de Menil in 2006. Hers was a privileged life that began in Paris between the world wars.

Fall Fashion for Lovers of Period Dramas

Romantic flourishes meet modern daywear for a fresh but timeless look.

By Olimpia Taliani de Marchio and Agata Belcen

image: McQueen dress, (332) 214-7080; and Falke tights, falke.com.

How a Tiffany Bracelet Is Made

A peek at the construction of a new platinum accessory that was inspired by a bird’s wing.

By Laura Regensdorf

image: Hundreds of diamonds adorn Tiffany & Co.’s platinum Wings bracelet, which, along with the 18-karat yellow gold-and-turquoise brooch next to it, is a new addition to the brand’s Bird on a Rock collection.

This Fall, Personal Style Is Making a Comeback

Rather than presenting uniform trends, many designers are offering something for everyone this season, from classic suits to statement-making dresses.

By Roe Ethridge and Charlotte Collet

image: Dolce & Gabbana dress, price on request, bodysuit (worn underneath) and shoes, dolcegabbana.com; Falke tights; and stylist’s own headband. Photographed at E.L.A. SAS.

Watches ‘Made in USA.’ Well, Almost.

Some makers are close to producing timepieces entirely within the country, but no one says that would lead to America’s return to horological dominance.

By Victoria Gomelsky

image: Zach Smith, the president of Hour Precision in Columbus, Ohio, founded his company in 2019 after struggling to find components he needed for watch repairs.

Celebrating 20 Years, a Watch Industry Group Makes Changes

Public outreach, including opening its training programs to all, becomes a focus of the Fondation de la Haute Horlogerie.

By Kathleen Beckett

image: For its 20th anniversary, the Fondation de la Haute Horlogerie is debuting “Watch Makers,” an exhibition of hands-on demonstrations created by 30 of the organization’s 35 members.

Indie Watchmakers Enjoy the Challenge of Low-Price Models

Creating secondary lines that rely on style rather than mechanical elements gives designers a different kind of outlet.

By Chris Hall

image: The M.A.D.1S Blue, introduced by MB&F in 2021, cost far less than models in the company’s established collections.

Jewelry for a Day at the Beach

Plus: a new hotel in Marseille, watercolors on unexpected canvases and more recommendations from T Magazine.

image: Clockwise from top left: Ivarene Anklet, $212, ivarene.com; Bangla Begum necklace, $1,260, banglabegum.com; Tityaravy necklace, $347, tityaravy.com; La Môme Bijou necklace, $53, lamomebijou.paris, Tamara Taichman bracelet, $885, tamarataichman.com; and Leticia Ponti earrings, $105, leticiaponti.com.

Will Watching ‘The Devil Wears Prada 2’ Be as Enjoyable as Watching the Filming?

Shooting on the streets of New York has meant a very public experience of a movie that won’t be out for months. It has also set up a clash with anti-spoiler culture.

By Esther Zuckerman

image: Stanley Tucci and Meryl Streep, center, filmed a scene on the steps of the American Museum of Natural History.

A Bulgari Necklace With a Rainbow of Stones

The new accessory takes inspiration from one owned by a New York City society swan.

By Lindsay Talbot

image: Bulgari’s new Color Spectrum necklace, bulgari.com.

Sued for Playing With Toys?

A lawsuit involving videos of Calico Critters in scandalous situations poses questions about the limits of pretend play.

By Chantel Tattoli

image: Calico Critters, a line of Japanese animal toys introduced in 1985, are dressed in cutesy clothes and sold in sets as families.

Bubble Gum Brought to Life

Candy-colored clothing made for a sweet sight on a summer day.

By Simbarashe Cha

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Loud Fashion in Minimal Colors

Monochrome palettes let elegant silhouettes and bold textures take center stage this fall.

By Iñigo Awewave and Nathan Klein

image: Brunello Cucinelli sweater, hat, belt and shoes; and Agmes earrings, agmesnyc.com.

Hulk Hogan Couldn’t Be Contained by Clothes

His look was jokey, but it was no joke.

By Vanessa Friedman

image: At the height of his fame, Hulk Hogan was always dressed in red and yellow, but his message was unmistakably rooted in a pantomime of U.S. triumph.

The Allure of a Pucci Girl Summer

How Pucci bucked the luxury downturn to become the brand of the season.

By Vanessa Friedman

image: Guests in Pucci at the label’s April fashion show in Portofino.

Clothes That Celebrate the Elegance of Your Inner Weirdo

With her fourth collection, Phoebe Philo’s long game is becoming clear.

By Vanessa Friedman

image: Phoebe Philo’s latest collection will be available early next year.

A Backpacker About to Hit the Road

Hiking shoes finished off an outfit of mostly secondhand items.

By Simbarashe Cha

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100 Years On, Art Deco Still Influences Watch Design

The style’s bold lines and geometric shapes are seen in models from the likes of Patek Philippe, Jaeger-LeCoultre and other brands.

By Anders Modig Davin

image: Patek Philippe’s Ref. 27000M desk clock, an addition to the brand’s Grand Complications collection that was inspired by a 1923 design.