Ruth La Ferla
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How Assouline Built a Business Selling Luxury Books
Assouline has made its name publishing tomes that sell for $1,000 or more. But that’s just the beginning of this family-run company’s ambitions.
At 83, the Costume Designer Pat Field Still Heeds Her Family’s Advice
The costume designer of “Sex and the City” and “The Devil Wears Prada,” now 83, still heeds her family’s advice.
Blondie’s Debbie Harry Taps Personal Style for Wildfang Collection
For a new collection with the brand Wildfang, the Blondie singer took inspiration from a personal wardrobe she cultivated by dressing “as daring as you...
At 95, He Has Learned How to Use Nostalgia
Stan Herman, New York’s godfather of fashion, knows what makes life worth living for.
The Feminist Artist Judy Chicago on Coming to Grips With Mortality
At 84, the feminist artist, writer and lecturer has learned that it’s not good to have an adversarial relationship with aging or death.
Victoria Beckham Learns to Smile After Achieving Some Milestones
At 50, and after some promising years for her business, the designer and former Spice Girl has softened up (a little).
Balmain’s New ‘Lion King’ Collection Marks 30th Anniversary of Disney Movie
A new Balmain collection pays homage to the Disney film on a milestone anniversary. Plus, a preppy designer makes a comeback.
Margot Friedländer, 102-Year-Old Holocaust Survivor, Gets a Vogue Cover
Vogue Germany’s latest cover star, 102-year-old Margot Friedländer, is a meaningful subject, said Anna Wintour.
The Idea Behind Pharrell’s New Louis Vuitton Fragrance Is ‘Photosynthesis’
The process influenced a new scent developed by the “Happy” singer for Louis Vuitton. Plus, a surprise at Valentino and a punk doyenne’s wardrobe at...
The Idea Behind Pharrell’s New Louis Vuitton Fragrance Is ‘Photosynthesis’
The process influenced a new scent developed by the “Happy” singer for Louis Vuitton. Plus, a surprise at Valentino and a punk doyenne’s wardrobe at...