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Are Suits Back in Style? How to Style a Blazer and Trousers

Even as office wear becomes more casual, plenty of people are donning jackets and trousers — sometimes even together. Our critic offers advice for suiting…

Michelle Obama’s New Book Is a Historical Document Dressed Up as a Coffee-Table Tome

“The Look” should be studied by generations to come, not because of what it reveals about fashion, but politics.

These Sheep Have a Statement to Make

How fashion connected a designer, a farmer, Grindr and a herd of male-oriented rams.

What’s With All the Retro Sneakers?

Brands like Adidas and Nike are rereleasing and reimagining vintage silhouettes. Our critic tracks the trend and predicts what’s next.

Is Fashion Over Inclusivity, Instagram and Kardashians?

Olivier Rousteing’s departure from Balmain suggests the answer may be yes.

Rama Duwaji, Zohran Mamdani’s Wife and NYC’s Next First Lady, Dresses to Represent

On election night, Ms. Duwaji’s outfit spoke of her identity as well as the whole city.

When Can You Wear a Sheer Dress?

The naked look is popular on the red carpet, but the trend can be risky for everyday. Our critic gives advice for dressing down —…

Melanie Ward: The 1990s Fashion Whisperer

Remembering Melanie Ward, whose singular eye and tireless work as a stylist shaped the look of a decade.

What Should a Women President Wear?

Season 3 of “The Diplomat” is here, complete with many, many pantsuits.