Fashion
Nelly is relaunching Apple Bottoms, the iconic early 2000s women’s denim brand, in November 2024, with a renewed focus on inclusivity and style. Known for its celebration of body diversity long before it was a mainstream fashion concept, Apple Bottoms is back with updated styles and inclusive sizing to embrace women of all shapes and […]
The Council of Fashion Designers of America (CFDA) has awarded Erykah Badu the prestigious Fashion Icon Award, celebrating her impact on style through bold, boundary-pushing looks. Badu accepted the honor in a jeweled headdress and a Thom Browne jacket, playfully noting that she had been aiming to receive the award since she was a child. […]
Former Abercrombie & Fitch CEO Mike Jeffries has been arrested on charges related to sex trafficking, according to sources. The indictment, filed in the Eastern District of New York, accuses Jeffries and two associates, Matthew Smith and James Jacobson, of running a sex trafficking scheme between 2008 and 2015. They allegedly recruited young men, often […]
The new Diwali Barbie, released on October 4, 2024, has generated significant attention, selling out on Mattel’s website within 24 hours. This Barbie, designed in collaboration with Indian fashion designer Anita Dongre, marks a departure from previous Indian Barbies, which were criticized for their inaccurate representations of Indian culture and overly pale skin tones. The […]
Tyra Banks made a highly anticipated return to the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show runway on October 15, 2024, nearly 20 years after retiring from modeling. The 50-year-old supermodel dazzled the audience as she strutted down the iconic runway in New York City, wearing a silver cape, crystal-studded bustier, and sparkly leggings, all while the crowd […]
The theme for the 2025 Met Gala has been revealed as “Superfine: Tailoring Black Style,” focusing on the influence of Black men’s fashion and dandyism from the 18th century to today. Inspired by Monica L. Miller’s 2009 book Slaves to Fashion: Black Dandyism and the Styling of Black Diasporic Identity, the exhibit will showcase garments, […]
A$AP Rocky graces the cover of W Magazine, with photos taken by Rihanna, his partner and mother of their two children, Rza and Riot. In the interview, Rocky reflects on his love for Rihanna, revealing that he knew she was “the one” since they were younger. The couple reconnected years later, and their relationship blossomed. […]
Travis Scott will unveil “CactusCon” at the first-ever ComplexCon in Las Vegas, taking place on November 16 and 17. As the event’s artistic director, Scott will curate a special section, featuring hand-selected brands and 10 exclusive collaborations, while also headlining with a Sunday night performance. CactusCon will showcase Scott’s creative vision, incorporating his Cactus Jack […]
Clarence Ruth, founder of Cotte D’Armes, made his New York Fashion Week debut with a collection blending church-inspired elegance and contemporary athleisure. The show opened with a prayer by Ruth’s mother, setting the tone for a collection that drew from his childhood memories of attending church, where he admired the stylish women in elaborate hats. […]
Michigan’s Alma Cooper, a US Army officer, was crowned Miss USA 2024 at the 73rd annual pageant held at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles. Cooper, who holds a Master’s in data science from Stanford University, became the third person to hold the title this year following the resignation of 2023’s winner. During the pageant, […]