Vanessa Friedman
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White Suits, Laken Riley Pins and MAGA Red at the State of the Union
Democratic women in suffragist white, Marjorie Taylor Greene in MAGA red — there was messaging mayhem on the congressional floor.
Louis Vuitton, Chanel, Miu Miu and What You Need Next Season
Louis Vuitton, Chanel and Miu Miu bring the ready-to-wear shows to an end. What’s the takeaway?
Comme des Garçons and Stella McCartney Make Some Noise
Rei Kawakubo, Stella McCartney and Marine Serre make some noise and score some points.
Balenciaga and Loewe Consider Time, Money and Class
Considering time, money and class at Balenciaga and Loewe.
Do Designers Really Expect Us to Wear Runway Fashion?
Our critic explains why runway shows feature outfits far more outlandish than the ones most of us actually wear.
From Angels and Demons to Cars and Cellphones
A confusing debut at Alexander McQueen, but Rick Owens and Yohji Yamamoto prove originality is the best revenge.
Remembering Iris Apfel’s Full Life in Full Looks
The New York society figure, former interior designer and self-proclaimed “geriatric starlet” made dressing a delight.
Dressing for the Cameras, if Not the Fray
In their visits to the border, President Biden and former President Donald J. Trump were image making for a national audience.
The Chloé Girl Makes a Return to Paris Fashion Week
In her debut, Chemena Kamali revives the Chloé Girl.
Undercover and Dries Van Noten Dress the Forgotten Woman
Finding yourself at Undercover and Dries Van Noten.