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What Should I Wear to a Fancy Holiday Party?

A reader is looking for a dress that is festive, but appropriate, for a party at the White House.

Michelle Obama’s Fashion Declaration of Independence

The former first lady dressed with a new sense of freedom on her book tour.

Sam Bankman-Fried and Schlubby Style

Sam Bankman-Fried’s choices may signal an end to the schlubby mystique.

What Is the Best Winter Coat That Is Not a Puffer?

A reader is looking for a warm winter coat that does not look like a sleeping bag.

‘Harry & Meghan’ Has All the Intimacy of Instagram

The new Netflix series portrays the ex-royals with a soft filter and a lack of surprise. But some will still find it aspirational.

Chanel Brings Its First Runway Show to Africa

The French brand brought its Métiers d’Art show to Dakar.

What Is the Ideal Pair of Black Pants?

There are so many options. A reader is searching for a silhouette that can be worn for both work and play.

At the State Dinner, Jill Biden Revives the Oscar de la Renta Tradition

The first lady returns to a tentpole of White House image-making.

Day 2: Your Ugly Christmas Sweater Is Beautiful in Its Own Way

The Times’s fashion director casts a discerning eye on this peculiar holiday tradition.

I Will Miss Alessandro Michele’s Freaky, Geeky Gucci

Whatever you may think of his designs, he changed how people dressed.