VANESSA FRIEDMAN

April 22, 2025

The Slippery Slope of Political Iconography

A lapel pin in the likeness of President Trump, worn by the chairman of the F.C.C., raises some questions. Earlier this month Brendan Carr, the chairman […]
April 18, 2025

Ralph Lauren Fall 2025 Fashion Show Review: Big Pants Galore

You might not guess what it is, but it makes a lot of sense. President Trump is not the only one with the last Gilded Age […]
April 15, 2025

Met Gala 2025 Guide: Hosts, Theme, How to Watch and More

The co-hosts! The ticket prices! The dress code! A guide to the party of the year. By now, you probably know the first Monday in May […]
March 31, 2025

Is It Time to Trade My Rolex for a Smart Watch?

When it comes to watches, they can tell you more than just the time, our critic says. Find out what yours is saying — whether it’s […]
March 26, 2025

The Mystery of Melania Trump’s Wedding Dress and an eBay Sale

Is the first lady’s 2005 Dior couture gown really available for resale? Or is this a hoax? Is it or isn’t it? On Tuesday, a listing […]
March 1, 2025

What’s Going On With Versace?

The show was a mess, but it’s complicated. Versace had me with the opener — strapless, corseted evening looks with gathered puffer skirts, like wearable black […]
February 24, 2025

Should Men Wear White Jeans?

Our critic explains why Frenchmen love crisp denim, and what you can learn from them about how to style these statement pants without looking too contrived […]
January 12, 2025

It’s Time for a Fashion Revolution

This year will be a year of seismic change in fashion. That much is a given. Or actually, it is a given that this will be […]
January 7, 2025

Do Football Fans Really Want to Be Fashionable?

Emma Grede of Skims and Good American and Kristin Juszczyk say the answer is yes. Almost exactly a year ago, Kristin Juszczyk, the wife of the […]
December 16, 2024

Is It Ever OK to Go Barefoot in Public?

A shoeless talk-show appearance leads a reader to contemplate the current rules around going barefoot in public, and our critic weighs in on naked feet in […]