VANESSA FRIEDMAN

June 10, 2024

The Mystery of the Disappearing Breast Pocket

Our fashion critic looks at a little swatch of fabric’s journey from practical adaptation to political signifier. What is going on with breast pockets on shirts? […]
May 17, 2024

Marjorie Taylor Greene and Jasmine Crockett’s Appearance-Based Insults Reflect an Ugly New Norm in Politics

A recent congressional meeting devolved into a back-and-forth that reflects a changing norm in politics — one that rarely makes anybody look good. Debates can get, […]
May 9, 2024

Stormy Daniels Makes a Statement in Court for Trump’s Criminal Trial

During her time on the stand in former President Donald J. Trump’s criminal trial, the adult entertainer dressed for history — and a jury. There is […]
May 6, 2024

Pamela Anderson on Her Met Gala Debut: ‘I Am Playing Me’

Meet her new incarnation: dress by Oscar de la Renta; makeup by Pat McGrath; hair by Orlando Pita. Pamela Anderson never thought she would go to […]
April 22, 2024

Met Gala 2024: A Guide to the Theme, Hosts and How to Watch

What’s the dress code, who’s hosting, who’s going and how to watch. First things first: What is the Met Gala? Officially, it’s the Metropolitan Museum of […]
April 22, 2024

Melania Trump Reappears in the Public Eye, in Black

At the Log Cabin Republicans’ fund-raiser, the former first lady stepped into the campaign spotlight, just as her husband’s hush-money trial begins. On Saturday, the day […]
April 16, 2024

Caitlin Clark, Angel Reese and the Best Dressed at the WNBA Draft

The next class of basketball stars are ready for their close-ups. Finally, fashion is paying attention. When it comes to peacocks, it’s hard to beat male […]
April 15, 2024

Should I Dress to Hide My Scars or Show Them Off?

Scars can be covered up or airbrushed away, our critic writes. But what is lost when we erase our experiences from our bodies? I am healthy […]
April 5, 2024

What Should I Wear for the Eclipse?

Silver sneakers? A spacesuit? Our fashion critic advises a reader on how to dress in theme for a coming eclipse party. I am going to an […]
April 3, 2024

Why Did Angel Reese Announce Her WNBA Draft Eligibility in Vogue?

Athletes like Ms. Reese and Serena Williams know that fashion is now part of the game. L.S.U. may have lost to Iowa in the Elite Eight […]