Category: Fashion and Apparel

Museum at FIT Tells the Story of the African Diaspora Through Its Fashions

By examining the work of designers of African descent, a new exhibition in Manhattan finds common threads and, more interestingly, divergences.
Steven Alan Opens New Store in Chelsea

With a new store, Steven Alan is trying to reconjure the magic of the boutique that put him on the fashion map.
Balmain’s Beauty Pageant Includes All Ages

Olivier Rousteing’s new muse is … makeup? For everyone.
New York Philharmonic Gala Draws Alec Baldwin, Josh Groban and More

Opening-night celebrations at the New York Philharmonic and the Metropolitan Opera drew a crowd of celebrities, philanthropists and Broadway stars to Lincoln Center.
The Man Behind Ferrari’s Fashion Line on What Fuels His Designs

Rocco Iannone is inspired by Joshua Tree, his middle school teacher and cats.
Dior and Saint Laurent Struggle With Feminine Strength

Saint Laurent and Dior struggle with the answer.
Met Opera Opening Gala Draws Jonathan Groff, Susan Sarandon and More

The Metropolitan Opera drew a crowd of celebrities, philanthropists and Broadway stars for the opening night of its new season.
China to Investigate U.S. Retailer, Sending a Message Over Xinjiang

PVH, which owns Calvin Klein and Tommy Hilfiger, is targeted for allegedly avoiding purchases from the region where the Chinese government has cracked down on Muslim minorities.
Why Is It Called a Pussy-Bow Blouse?

A reader proposes retiring a fashion term often interpreted as a double entendre. Our fashion critic explains the origins of the tie-neck blouse and its name.
In Bali, a House That Taught a Fashion Executive How to Relax

At his Japanese-inspired villa, the cofounder of Maison Kitsuné has found pleasure in letting go.
A Milan Fashion Week Full of Surprising Stranger Things

Standout shows from Bally and Bottega Veneta bring Milan Fashion Week to a close. Gucci, Versace and Moschino do some recycling.
Naomi Campbell Won’t Stop Her Children From Modeling

As long as they get good grades. Plus: a new top editor at i-D magazine and a nascent ‘it’ bag.