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Bigger Is Better: How Iman, Tinashe and More Played With Proportions at the 2026 CFDA Awards

At the 2026 CFDA Awards on Monday night, bigger was apparently better. Iman went big on bows, Tinashe big on skirts, Allison Janney on sleeves and Esther McGregor on a particularly enormous patterned silhouette. Designs by Thom Browne and Christian Siriano, among others, experimented with exaggerated proportions, large skirts and statement sleeves. WWD breaks down the looks that took up quite a bit of space at New York’s American Museum of Natural History. Iman Iman John Nacion Iman went classic in black and white Thom Browne for Monday night’s awards. The longtime model wore a white-collared silky, sleeveless blouse with a front cutout framed by a large black bow at the base of the collar. A black column skirt contrasted the blouse and matched the bow, while wispy ruffles at the back creating a short train. Statement jewelry pieces, from earri...
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Mckenna Grace Turns Into the Girl on Fire at Latest ‘Sunrise on the Reaping’ Red Carpet

Mckenna Grace is on fire. The 20-year-old actress wore a custom design by Cong Tri for her latest red carpet during her “The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping” press tour with the film’s Berlin premiere on Monday. Grace’s gown was, yet again, another nod to “The Hunger Games” film franchise and the original adaptations of Suzanne Collins’ young adult book series. The dress, cast in black shimmering detail with flaming elements of red and yellow throughout, was a nod to a scene in 2013’s “The Hunger Games: Catching Fire.” Mckenna Grace Britta Pedersen/picture alliance via Getty Images The scene in question features Katniss Everdeen and Peeta Mellark, played by Jennifer Lawrence and Josh Hutcherson, respectively, riding in a chariot during a tribute parade. Lawrence wears a gown with flames trailing her during t...

Mariah Carey Brings Her Christmas Magic to Gucci’s New Holiday Campaign

Mariah Carey is getting into the Christmas spirit with Gucci. The Grammy Award-winning singer stars in the Italian luxury fashion label’s new holiday campaign video, appearing in winter styles with her signature sense of glamour. Mariah Carey for Gucci. Courtesy of Gucci Directed by filmmaker Harmony Korine, the campaign film follows hotel staff in a mad dash to ready a suite for Carey’s arrival. A Christmas tree with wrapped packages beneath, bulb ornaments, string lights and more turn the hotel into an elegant and elevated winter wonderland. Carey, meanwhile, sports pieces from Gucci’s new Butterfly collection, which is inspired by the butterfly’s iridescent wings. The motif has a special connection to Carey, too: Her 1997 album was titled “Butterfly.” Mariah Carey for Gucci. ...

The Art of Gifting Well: 21 Luxury Gifts for Men Who Appreciate the Finer Things

If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, WWD may receive an affiliate commission. There’s always that one man on your holiday shopping list who’s seemingly impossible to shop for. You know the type: He insists he doesn’t need anything, buys himself whatever catches his eye, and has a discerning eye for everything from the construction of a leather loafer to the mechanics of a watch. We can appreciate a man who knows what he likes. But rather than resorting to another predictable cologne or last-minute gift card, consider this an opportunity to get a little more creative. The best luxury gifts for men should feel personal, beautifully made, and just extravagant enough to make him reconsider his claim that he doesn’t want anything. Fortunately, good taste is something we know a thing or two about at WWD. This holiday season, we’ve narrowed down 21 exceptional finds worth wrapping ...

Sarah Pidgeon Does a Modern Take on Carolyn Bessette Kennedy Minimalism in Givenchy

Sarah Pidgeon revived her minimalist Carolyn Bessette Kennedy style streak with a suited moment courtesy of Givenchy by Sarah Burton at the Time100 Next Gala held at Chelsea Piers on Thursday night in New York City. Sarah Pidgeon Kristina Bumphrey The Emmy Award-nominated “Love Story” actress turned to the spring 2027 collection for her red carpet look. Pidgeon’s suited look was cast in a monochrome dark color and comprised of a single-breasted, long-sleeve jacket with coordinated high-waist trousers. The ensemble included the faintest pinstripe motif throughout, with a tied bow at the high collar of the suit jacket. Pidgeon opted to go sans top with her jacket, elevating the ensemble for a slight take on the office siren trend from 2024. Sarah Pidgeon Kristina Bumphrey ...

Serena Williams Channels Her Wild Side With Shimmering Leopard Print at the Airbnb.org Gala

Serena Williams merged Old Hollywood glamour with a walk on the wild side with her Clio Peppiatt dress at the Airbnb.org Gala at Milk Studios in Los Angeles on Thursday night. The 23-time Grand Slam tennis champion and Wyn Beauty founder sported the Eartha dress from the brand — a form-fitting gown cast in leopard print with contrasting shimmering tones. The dress evoked the diva energy of the Old Hollywood era, with each bead hand-sewn onto the stretch mesh fabric. Serena Williams Michael Buckner A thigh-high slit gave the dress an extra dose of sensual appeal, amplifying the gold, silver and black tones of the gown. As for accessories, Williams added a statement necklace made of diamonds and a dark central gemstone, along with silver earrings. She also wore a timepiece by Audemars Piguet. A pair of pointed-toe black pumps completed the look. Williams’ dress, ...

Elle Fanning Brings Effie Trinket’s Panem Style to London for ‘The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping’ Screening

Elle Fanning brought Panem to the red carpet in a design by Robert Wun for Wednesday’s screening of “The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping” at Westfield London. Elle Fanning Gareth Cattermole/Getty Images The Oscar-nominated actress turned to the designer’s fall 2026 couture collection for her look — a sculptural dress with an illusion double bodice and ornately designed, pillbox-style fascinator with a posed ballerina, complete with tutu and a mirror. The ensemble was wholly evocative of the type of wardrobe curated for Effie Trinket, played by Elizabeth Banks in the original adaptation of the popular young adult book series. The dress itself was even quite ballerina-like with a soft pink ballerina slipper monochrome shade and tutu midi skirt, though with extra volume in this iteration. ...