The United Kingdom has a new prime minister, Andy Burnham. Our chief fashion critic, Vanessa Friedman, revisits the fashion choices he’s made during his ascent and how his current wardrobe is signifying a new era.
Category: Fashion and Apparel
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Andy Burnham Dresses Casually. It’s Smart.
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The Loafer That Thinks It’s a Scrunchie
The New York Times – Fashion & Style:The “shoe trend of the era.” Plus: a new designer at Kate Spade, a “Guac” hoodie and the Polo Bar’s possible move.
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Why Does Fashion Heart N.Y.?
The New York Times – T Magazine:T Magazine’s editor at large, Nick Haramis, examines why fashion designers can’t get enough of New York City.
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Bobbi Queen, Fashion Arbiter Who Nurtured Stars, Dies at 84
The New York Times – Fashion & Style:As an influential editor at Women’s Wear Daily, she championed generations of designers, including Donna Karan and Vera Wang.
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I Hate My Arms. Where Are All the Clothes With Sleeves?
The New York Times – T Magazine:A reader wonders what’s behind the rise of sleeveless clothing and how to manage the trend.
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Balenciaga’s Couture Was Beautiful, But Very Familiar
The New York Times – T Magazine:Pierpaolo Piccioli’s debut couture was beautiful, but very familiar.
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Chanel Is Buying Charvet, the World’s Oldest Shirt Maker
The New York Times – Business:The French luxury group is acquiring Charvet, a Parisian brand that dates to the 1830s, in a bid to add some men’s wear savoir-faire to its portfolio.
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Saks Emerges From Bankruptcy With a New Plan and Corporate Name
The New York Times – Business:The retailer, renamed Exemplar Luxury Group, is ditching anything that isn’t focused on high-end department store shopping.
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Retail Giants Spend Billions to Make Stores Look Nicer
The New York Times – Business:Walmart, Target and Dollar General are among those investing in remodeling thousands of existing stores, even as shoppers take their dollars online.
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Sales Are Up. Celebrities Are In. Is Gap Officially Back?
The New York Times – Business:Richard Dickson has drawn inspiration from the clothing retailer’s early days as he tries to regain its cultural cachet.