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The Best Gift-Ready Coach Tabby Bags to Shop for the Holidays — From Beaded Snake Prints to Crystal-Clad Beauties

If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, WWD may receive an affiliate commission. Here at WWD Shop, we’re Tabby evangelists, meaning our editors own the bag in multiple iterations, love the bag, and will take every opportunity out there to preach about its desirability. We’re also archivists of sorts when it comes to Coach’s Tabby — having chronicled the Chain Tabby Shoulder Bag debut at the label’s fall 2025 runway and the ways in which front-row show attendees styled it. So too did we cover the Times Square Tabby‘s arrival on the scene, the popularity of a 2024 tie dye Tabby variation (boho-chic to the max), and, most recently, the perfect-for-fall releases of the Coach Empire Bag (the very one seen in the hands of Anne Hathaway while she filmed “The Devil Wears Prada 2”) in the Loved Leather style: boasting an intentionally worn-in and vintage-inspired look. This summer, we also rushed to grab — and point readers to — new B...

Minka Kelly in Her Rom-Com Era

For her first ever rom-com, Minka Kelly hit the trifecta.  “I mean, I got to live in France for two months and make a rom-com, then was making a holiday rom-com, then making a holiday rom-com in France on top of all of that? It was just such a gift and a dream come true,” Kelly says. “It was really fun.” Kelly stars in the new Netflix movie “Champagne Problems,” out now, about a sales executive named Sydney who is sent to France to acquire a Champagne vineyard for her company. Upon arrival, she has a chance encounter with the charming Henri, who turns out to be the vineyard owner’s son.  “It’s such a feel-good, happy, nostalgic experience watching the movie, and it was such a special experience making it as well,” says Kelly, in New York for a short two-day break from shooting Season Two of “Ransom Canyon” to discuss the movie. “It was a real no-brainer for me. I was just really thankful to even be considered, and I couldn’t believe that I got to do it. It was a real gift.” Mi...

Kate Hudson Favors Subtle Lace Floral Embroidery at the ‘Song Sung Blue’ London Premiere With Hugh Jackman

Kate Hudson put a lacy, floral spin on her recent sheer-styling-streak look for the “Song Sung Blue” premiere in London on Friday night with her costar Hugh Jackman. The Oscar-nominated actress, styled by Sophie Lopez, opted for a long-sleeve maxidress with a bevy of floral embroidery. Crafted in a gray-blue tone and adorned with black gemstones, the floor-length gown featured a delicate, botanical-inspired lacy design throughout. Kate Hudson attends the “Song Sung Blue” U.K. premiere on Nov. 21, 2025 in London. Gareth Cattermole/Getty Images The lace fabric acted as an overlay against the flesh-toned minidress worn beneath the gray-blue fabric, featuring slightly exaggerated shoulders for a proportionally playful silhouette. Hudson opted for platform pumps to accentuate her look in a similar silver-tone sheen. As for jewelry pieces, Hudson went minimal, favoring instead to keep her gown the focal point of her red carpet style selection. Her glam also indulged in minimalism. Hudson’s h...

Rihanna Goes Incognito Mode With Off-duty Luxury Look in Los Angeles

Rihanna continued to redefine postpartum style with her latest monochrome look while out in Santa Monica on Thursday night. The rainy evening didn’t stop the Fenty Skin founder from displaying her high-fashion acumen. Rihanna wore a black puffer jacket with spiky detailing throughout and a furry hood, creating a thick collar effect beneath the mononymous singer’s chin. Rihanna GC Images The fluidity of Rihanna’s look was matched by the singer’s maxiskirt, which continued the black tonal motif of her attire. Exposed seams featured on the design of the skirt, augmenting the edgy detailing, from the spikes to the leathery material and more. Going incognito, Rihanna wore a pair of bold sunglasses, akin to the Balenciaga shades Cynthia Erivo styled for her “Wicked: For Good” New York City premiere attire, sparking a potential trend for thick-framed glasses with a masking effect. Rihanna GC Images Following the birth of her third child, daughter Rocki Irish Mayers, with partner A$AP...

Surprise, Surprise: Walmart’s Viral Birkin Is Back… at a Stunning 85% Off

If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, WWD may receive an affiliate commission. Remember the Walmart Birkin bag — lovingly dubbed “Wirkin” — which cropped up on the scene almost exactly a year ago? Yeah, it’s come back with a vengeance… not that we’re one bit surprised, or disappointed for that matter. Having gone veritably viral on social media, the Hermès lookalike didn’t come from one particular brand. Instead, it was offered by various third-party retailers at Walmart, almost always for under $100. Understandably, pretty much every last version of the chic and structured carryall sold out on the site in a flash, with many legal experts weighing in on the repercussions (a big topic at the time regarded the possibility of the OG Birkin becoming devalued based on this latest manifestation of “dupe culture”). Criticism and sold-out statuses notwithstanding, the Walmart Birkin has prevailed in the cultural conversations of 20...

Christiani Pitts Brings ‘Two Strangers (Carry a Cake Across New York)’ Home to Broadway

In the opening scene of “Two Strangers (Carry a Cake Across New York),” lifelong New Yorker Robin gets to see her hometown through the eyes of an outsider. Cardboard sign in hand, she meets Dougal, a young Brit, at the airport, who’s arrived in town for his estranged father’s wedding to Robin’s sister. Before you know it, the pair are en route to Manhattan and Dougal is belting out his excitement for the Big Apple in a catchy pop-song tribute to the city.  Costars Sam Tutty and Christiani Pitts have moved well beyond the strangers stage as Broadway costars. The show has a two-person cast, and the pair share the stage for practically the entire runtime. The new musical lands on Broadway after a well-received run in London’s West End, followed by a production in Cambridge, Mass., this past summer. “ Which was so low key compared to this,” says Pitts, who starred in the Stateside production along with Tutty, who began the Dougal role in London. “ The stakes are higher in a lot of beau...

Bloomingdale’s and Burberry Kick Off Holiday Season With Raye

Cue up the holiday playlist: the season is officially upon us. Bloomingdale’s was the first major New York department store to mark the season with the unveiling of their holiday windows and facade, in collaboration with Burberry, on Wednesday night. But before the grand reveal, guests got into the festive spirit with cocktails on the store’s second floor. “It’s my first holiday event, so it’s nice to kick it off this way,” said Sarah Pidgeon, who was already bundled in a Burberry coat in preparation. “ It’s always nice to be out and about in New York.  It’s wonderful to see everyone dressed in their Burberry best,” she added, glancing around the store’s Studio 59 restaurant-photo studio, where it was Burberry as far as the eye could see. The actress, who’s starring as Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy in next year’s “Love Story” series, added that she’s looking forward to checking out the windows on Fifth Avenue and Rockefeller tree over the next month. “It’s such a romantic idea of window sho...

Vivienne Westwood’s Otherworldly Jewelry Gets the Spotlight It Has Always Deserved in New Hardcover Book — Here’s How to Pre-Order It Now

If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, WWD may receive an affiliate commission. In the fashion world, Vivienne Westwood is legendary. Lauded the world over for putting punk in the public eye (and allowing it to enter the sartorial mainstream), her empire started out with a fascination over “acts of rebellion.” She was drawn to all things edgy and avant-garde, with a healthy serving of the provocative: often using fashion design as a way to communicate political ideas. Nothing was off limits in Westwood’s collections during the span of her illustrious career, and one could encounter pieces decked out in plaids, elegant albeit anachronistic bows, and ruffles. But even though Westwood’s legacy lives on most brightly vis-à-vis her attire, the designer’s jewelry creations are certainly not to be overlooked. And now, they get the spotlight — all of it — in an upcoming title called “Vivienne Westwood & Jewellery.” 'Vivienn...

Kate Middleton Honors Queen Elizabeth II With Diamond Statement Earrings for Royal Variety Performance

Black-tie was the dress code Kate Middleton adhered to in a Talbot Runhof dress with accessories from the British royal family vault and Jenny Packham for the Royal Variety Performance in London on Wednesday night. The Princess of Wales, joined by her husband Prince William, clad in a tuxedo, wore a velvet green gown from the German fashion brand. The dress featured short sleeves with a sharp V-shaped neckline, a fitted silhouette and a flowing skirt. Kate Middleton and Prince William attend the Royal Variety Performance on Nov. 19, 2025 in London. Getty Images Middleton continued the green color motif of her look with a pair of darker-toned pointed-toe pumps by Manolo Blahnik. While her striking velvet green gown certainly served as the focal point of her look, Middleton’s accessories added sparkle to her formal attire. The British royal family member turned to longtime favorite designer Jenny Packham for her clutch, carrying the small silver Casa purse. Accentuating the shimmering si...

Kourtney Kardashian Barker, Pat McGrath Attend 2025 Beauty Inc Awards Ceremony

It was a tale of four Nics — and some 200 fellow victors and trailblazers — at the 2025 WWD Beauty Inc Awards ceremony Tuesday night in New York.  The event, held at Lavan Midtown following Beauty Inc’s inaugural The Catalysts conference, celebrated the innovators, ideas and launches forging the future of beauty. That the honoree cohort included a Nicolas (Hieronimus, L’Oréal Groupe), a Nicola (Formichetti, MAC Cosmetics), a Nyx (Professional Makeup) and a Nick (Vlahos, Rhode) was pure coincidence — but a cheery one nonetheless.  “It’s kind of like my Greek wedding,” laughed Vlahos, chief executive officer of Hailey Bieber’s Rhode upon accepting the Deal of the Year award alongside Scott Milsten, general counsel and chief people officer of E.l.f. Beauty, which acquired Rhode in a $1 billion deal in May.  The culmination of one of beauty’s most transformative years yet, the ceremony shone a light on the individuals and teams that made it so.  Jenny B. Fine and Nicolas...

Meghan Markle Debuts ‘With Love, Meghan: Holiday Celebration’ Trailer With Prince Harry Cameo

Meghan Markle is ready to embrace traditions and make new memories in her “With Love, Meghan: Holiday Celebration” trailer ahead of the series’ arrival on Netflix Dec. 3. The trailer features the Duchess of Sussex back on the set of her lifestyle series with holiday touches strewn throughout. Prince Harry, Markle’s husband of seven years, makes a surprise cameo in the first few moments of the trailer. The new batch of episodes will follow Markle creating dishes, crafts and more with a holiday-centric theme. Guests for the forthcoming special include four-time Grand Slam tennis champion Naomi Osaka, chef Tom Colicchio, restaurateur Will Guidara, Markle’s friend Kelly Zajfen and author Lindsay Roth. Markle’s wardrobe for “With Love, Meghan: Holiday Celebration” slightly shifts from her airy Montecito apparel to wintery knits, loose fits and structured hosting attire. In the previous two seasons of the series, the Duchess of Sussex has worn pieces by Loro Piana, Carolina Herrera and more ...

Pocketbook Hudson Spins a New Story in Upstate New York’s Creative Landscape

In the constantly evolving landscape of the Hudson Valley, there’s always a new reason to make the trip upstate. Known as a destination for antiques and decorative arts, Hudson, N.Y., has attracted an influx of boutique retail, restaurants, and upscale hotels like The Maker in recent years. The town’s latest property to open its doors in the creative Hudson River town is Pocketbook Hudson, an experiential hotel and community art space located a few blocks from the main drag of Warren Street. Pocketbook cofounder Sean Roland, who grew up in the area and has lived in Hudson for over a decade, struck up a friendship with former owner Eleanor Ambos. The “free-spirited decorator” had purchased the 70,000-square-foot building as a storage space for furniture and other design ephemera.  “That kicked off a year of conversations with Eleanor about what her vision and dreams were, and that married with our own interests in hospitality and creating spaces that foster community,” says Roland, ...

The 35 Best Gifts to Shop for Moms This Christmas — From the High-End to the One of a Kind

If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, WWD may receive an affiliate commission. What to gift the woman in your life who doesn’t seem to want anything… or has everything? This Christmas, a safe bet is grabbing Mom — or any mother figure — something that’ll delight her while proving to be both useful and memorable. The hottest gifts for moms this holiday season range from tried-and-true classics (think face serums or a handbag upgrade) to unexpected, personalized treasures (monogrammed towels; engraved necklaces; custom stationary sets). No matter what her interests are, there’s something for every type of mom in this gift guide of editor-approved picks. We also made sure to include Amazon gifts for moms that can arrive at her doorstep overnight with Prime shipping, such as a digital picture frame from Aura for reliving precious family memories and a gardening logbook made with green-thumbed mothers in mind. What this means? Y...

Kate Middleton’s Roland Mouret Suit Sets Confident Tone for London Summit

Kate Middleton returned to her royal power suiting ways in a gray coordinated look by Roland Mouret for the Future Workforce Summit in London on Tuesday. The Princess of Wales styled the single-breasted stretch-cady blazer with the coordinated slim-fit trousers in the same shade of gray. The blazer of the look toyed with angles and harsh lines, from the slanted hip pockets to the sinuous and sharp lapels. Kate Middleton departs after attending the Future Workforce Summit, hosted by The Royal Foundation Business Taskforce for Early Childhood on Nov. 18, 2025 in London. WireImage Along with the suited pieces, Middleton wore a silk satin ruffle blouse with a statement lavallière by London-based brand Knatchbull. She completed the look with pointed-toe Russel and Bromley heels and carried a tote bag from Smythson. Middleton was among the speakers at the Future Workforce Summit, hosted by The Royal Foundation Business Taskforce for Early Childhood. The event brought together influential bus...

Cynthia Erivo Gets Extraterrestrial in Balenciaga, Ariana Grande Marries Light and Dark in Schiaparelli and More at the ‘Wicked: For Good’ NYC Premiere

Theatricality was the fashion memo for the “Wicked: For Good” premiere in New York City on Monday night, featuring designer looks worn by Oscar-nominated stars Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande and more. Pieces by Balenciaga, Schiaparelli, Givenchy and more featured on the red carpet, with method-dressing approaches and ornate design. WWD breaks down those looks and more ahead. Cynthia Erivo Cynthia Erivo John Nacion Cynthia Erivo channeled the dark side of her character, Elphaba, in a theatrical black gown from Balenciaga. The dress featured a drop waist silhouette with a voluminous skirt. The bodice was fitted, with fabric contrast from a soft tone to a glossy sheen. Twirling feather motifs featured along the bustline, while the long sleeves included a glove element to frame the Oscar-nominated actress’ nails. Makeup for Erivo’s look was provided by Joanna Simkin, with nail tech by Shea Osei. The actress’ look was curated by stylist Jason Bolden. Ariana Grande Ariana Grande John Nacion Ar...

Jennifer Aniston Sparkles in Ralph Lauren With Boyfriend Jim Curtis at the Elle Women in Hollywood Celebration 2025 Red Carpet

Jennifer Aniston, clad in a vintage look by Ralph Lauren, was joined by boyfriend Jim Curtis for the 2025 Elle Women in Hollywood Celebration on Monday night in Los Angeles. The 2025 Elle Women in Hollywood honoree and her partner opted for their own individual approaches for their respective looks. Curtis wore a black suit with a light, muted blue dress shirt with a sharp collar and pinstripes, paired with a black tie to complement his double-breasted blazer and pocket square. Aniston, meanwhile, opted for a shimmering spin in Ralph Lauren. The American designer‘s vintage dress featured a slim halter neckline with a geometric bodice and A-line silhouette that fit the “Friends” alum’s form effortlessly. Jim Curtis, left, and Jennifer Aniston, wearing Ralph Lauren, at the 2025 Elle Women in Hollywood Celebration on Nov. 17, 2025 in Los Angeles. Getty Images for ELLE The actress opted for minimal pieces of jewelry and kept the black dress the centerpiece of her look, featuring all-over s...

Three Ways to Style Kate Spade’s Bestselling Handbags (and Take Advantage of Its Early Black Friday Deals)

If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, WWD may receive an affiliate commission. The holiday season has officially commenced (we know, we can hardly believe it!). This means that just as you might be picking out the most symmetrical and fragrant of Christmas trees at this moment, to adorn with charmingly chic baubles, so too is it the time to treat yourself to a bit of a style upgrade… and accessorize it in a way that the purchase truly deserves. Enter Kate Spade’s instantly covetable, trendy-yet-timeless assortment of handbags fit for all your needs and preferences. Not only does the iconic, founded-in-1993 label offer shoulder bags perfect for gifting to every woman in your life (or keeping all to yourself), Kate Spade is also coming in hot with no shortage of new jewelry, shoes, apparel, and accessories, all capable of making your bag of choice the ultimate personality statement this fall and winter. explore kate spade's top ha...

Best & Worst Looks From the Governors Ball 2025

Ariana Grande JC Olivera/WWD Ariana Grande: B This Christian Dior fall 2007 gown would fit perfectly in a glamorous period movie. On the red carpet, it reads a little too costumey on Grande.  Jeremy Strong JC Olivera/WWD Jeremy Strong: CHis commitment to alternative monochromes is remarkable, but this brown distressed denim peak lapel tuxedo suggests it’s time to break up. The orthopedic dad sneaker is going for ugly chic, but misses the chic part.  Cynthia Erivo JC Olivera/WWD Cynthia Erivo: B- Fringe is about enhancing movement, and in this case, it made this coatdress a head turner on the runway. Unfortunately, the static posing on the red carpet results in some of the magic being lost.  Jennifer Lawrence JC Olivera/WWD Jennifer Lawrence: A- It’s very difficult to reinvent Hollywood glamour. This dress has the silhouette from the golden era yet the modern draping breathes new life into the classic. Also, white was omnipresent throughout the night’s looks, and this was ...

Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande Bring ‘Wicked’ Method Dressing in Vintage Dior and Givenchy to the Governors Awards 2025 Red Carpet

Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande’s “Wicked” method dressing got an elevated spin in looks by Dior and Givenchy for the Governors Awards 2025 red carpet in Los Angeles on Sunday night. Grande embraced her inner Glinda with a retro, one-shoulder pink gown from Christian Dior’s fall 2007 ready-to-wear collection. Curated by designer John Galliano, and sourced from Happy Isles, the gown was crafted with soft pink satin and adorned with small gemstones in various shades of pink, red and aquamarine on the bodice and skirt. Ariana Grande JC Olivera Designed with a cinched waist for added silhouette definition, the skirt of the gown cascaded with gathered fabric at the hip and gemstone detailing motif. Grande wore Christian Louboutin heels and accessorized with Swarovski jewelry, the latter for which she serves as a campaign star and ambassador. Grande’s hair was coiffed into a chignon on the top of her head by Alyx Liu, with makeup provided by Michael Anthony. Image architect Law Roach curated...

To Raise Capital, Female Founders ‘Must Not Be Afraid to Do Things Differently’

The way Anna Sweeting, founder of the U.K.-based investment firm The Equity Studio, sees it: “Money is power, and we shouldn’t be shy to talk about that.” So she said at the 2025 WWD x FN x Beauty Inc Women in Power conference, in conversation with Jefferies’ managing director of beauty and wellness investment banking, Sasha Radic, moderated by WWD senior beauty editor Kathryn Hopkins. “Women dominate consumption from a purchase-decision perspective; we make up 80 percent of creators with more than 50,000 followers on social media platforms, and we are going to be dominating social commerce,” she continued. And yet, “the [gender] disparity in funding is still present at the very start.” Indeed, while women founders have historically received a fraction of the funding of their male counterparts, the landscape today looks increasingly precarious. In 2024, Pitchbook reported the share of total VC deal value for start-ups with a female cofounder dipped for the first time since 2020. “While...

Jennifer Lopez Heightens the Drama in Voluminous Tamara Ralph Gown for the Governors Awards 2025 Red Carpet

Theatricality was the aesthetic theme Jennifer Lopez channeled in her Tamara Ralph gown for the 2025 Governors Awards red carpet in Los Angeles on Sunday night. The “Kiss of the Spider Woman” actress turned to styling team Rob Zangardi and Mariel Haenn, who curated Lopez’s Tamara Ralph fall 2025 couture collection look. The gown featured fabric contrast, with a black velvety material juxtaposed with a light mocha satin. Jennifer Lopez at The 16th Governors Awards on Nov. 16, 2025 in Los Angeles. JC Olivera The strapless dress featured a sweetheart neckline with a corseted bodice and laced-up back detailing. Adorning the hips of the gown were gathered pieces of light mocha fabric, creating a voluminous skirt with a flowing train and dramatic appeal. Lopez heightened the drama further with a pair of long black opera gloves. She carried a clutch by Tyler Ellis and wore statement pearl and diamond earrings courtesy of Chopard. Makeup artist Scott Barnes provided Lopez with a glossy lip, am...

Dakota Johnson Embraces Structural Minimalism in Valentino for the Governors Awards 2025 Red Carpet

Dakota Johnson leaned into modern minimalism with her strapless Valentino look at the Governors Awards 2025 red carpet in Los Angeles on Sunday night. The “Splitsville” star, who collaborated with award-winning stylist Kate Young on her look, turned to Valentino’s spring 2026 ready-to-wear collection. The strapless gown featured a sweetheart neckline with fabric ruching and gathered elements at the skirt. Dakota Johnson at The 16th Governors Awards on Nov. 16, 2025 in Los Angeles. JC Olivera Subtle patterning was also included in the design of the dress’ fabric, creating a movement-based illusion to the overall look. Structurally minimalist, Johnson’s dress included a cinched waist for silhouette definition and gathered fabric at the hip for added depth to the flowing skirt. As for accessories, Johnson favored jewelry pieces from Jessica McCormack, including earrings and dainty rings to add a touch of shimmer to her muted look. Her hair was styled straight and down with fringe to frame...

Princess Charlene Channels Autumnal Quiet Luxury With a Neutral Palette for Charity Event

Princess Charlene of Monaco merged quiet luxury style sensibility with muted, neutral tones for the autumn season during her time with the Red Cross for the organization’s gift distribution on Friday in Monaco. For the daytime outing, Princess Charlene, joined by her husband of 14 years, Prince Albert II, wore a mocha-toned coordinated coat and turtleneck, both of which were crafted in a soft fabric and paired with trousers and flats. Prince Albert II of Monaco, right, and Princess Charlene of Monaco Getty Images The royal’s double-breasted wool coat featured two parallel buttons on the front, with a wide collar and lapels with soft edges creating a dimensional element. The coat, paired with Princess Charlene’s turtleneck, was rendered in the same shade of mocha for a complementary and coordinated look. To contrast the neutral shades of her turtleneck and coat, Princess Charlene wore a pair of crisp white trousers with a front pleat and wide-leg design. Though the trousers continue...

Cher, Cate Blanchett and Heidi Klum Lead Glamour at the Bambi Awards 2025

The 2025 Bambi Awards in Munich, on Thursday night set the stage for stars like Cate Blanchett, Naomi Campbell, Heidi Klum, Cher and more to style designer looks from recent and retro runways alike. Designs by Stella McCartney, Elie Saab, John Galliano and more lined the red carpet for the annual event spotlighting Germany’s most prestigious media awards. WWD breaks down some of those high-profile looks ahead. Cate Blanchett Cate Blanchett at the Bambi Award 2025 on Nov. 13, 2025 in Munich. Getty Images Cate Blanchett turned to Stella McCartney’s recent spring 2026 ready-to-wear collection. The dress featured playful feathery elements throughout, creating a distinct textural dimension. The appliqués wear actually “painted bits of greenery,” per Samantha Conti’s review of the collection from the dress hails. The two-time Oscar winner’s look was curated by stylist Elizabeth Stewart. Cher Cher at the Bambi Award 2025 on Nov. 13, 2025 in Munich. Getty Images Cher channeled her pop star per...

Elle Fanning Shimmers in Chanel Sequins and Cartier Jewels at MoMA Film Benefit

Elle Fanning sparkled in Chanel for the Museum of Modern Art Film Benefit honoring the actress’ frequent collaborator, Sofia Coppola, on Wednesday night in New York City. The “Sentimental Value” star turned to stylist Samantha McMillen, who curated Fanning’s Chanel attire for the celebration. The French luxury fashion house served as the presenter for the high-profile event, featuring a pre-dinner presentation of Coppola’s work and remarks from longtime friends and creative partners. Elle Fanning at the Museum of Modern Art Film Benefit presented by Chanel on Nov. 12, 2025 in New York City. John Nacion Fanning’s look was a coordinated, flowing top and skirt set, crafted with allover shimmering white sequins. The blouse in Fanning’s look featured a rounded neckline, long, flowing sleeves and a shift silhouette. Following suit, Fanning’s skirt included the same formless shape with an irregular, midi hemline. The actress’ look was paired with iridescent Christian Louboutin pumps....

From Fertility Supporting Lubricant and Libido-enhancing Supplements to Retail Commitment and Brand Expansion, Women’s Wellness Is Broadening

A perimenopausal woman, a postmenopausal woman, a soon-to-be mom and a preteen can all find full body wellness solutions at Ulta Beauty. Under The Wellness Shop, there’s period care, sexual wellness solutions and hormonal support supplements in one section. It’s a far cry from tampons on aisle 5, multivitamins on aisle 9 and lubricant on aisle 10. It heralds a new approach that an increasing number of brands and retailers are starting to take when it comes to women’s over-the-counter full-body solutions. According to Ulta Beauty’s vice president of wellness Laura Beres, the goal is to address “all ages and stages.” Over the past few years, women’s wellness has become a super trendy category at retail, with new brands popping up daily. There’s been the tween period care craze, the menopause movement, the seed cycling wave and a deeper focus on fertility. Now, as the category has matured, retailers like Ulta Beauty and brands like O Positiv are broadening their assortment to focus on a w...

Stanley and LoveShackFancy Released Their Biggest Collection to Date — Full of Holiday Tumblers, Mini Coolers, and Ornaments

If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, WWD may receive an affiliate commission. Some brand partnerships are just meant to be, which is the way we feel about the collaboration between Stanley — a leading drinkware and gear brand whose products are made for outdoor adventures and everyday moments alike — and LoveShackFancy, a TikTok-viral, It-girl-approved lifestyle brand known for its more-and-more, feminine approach to design. Marking their fourth joint endeavor, the duo has come together once more to release an instantly covetable holiday collection, in which Stanley gems like the iconic Quencher H2.0, Reserve Wine Tumbler, and the mini soft coolers that were previously wrapped in LoveShackFancy’s Ibiza Sunset now feature four all-new, distinctive patterns over porcelain-like hues. Whether you take a special liking to the Coquette Bow print, in a baby blue or a soft pink; the icy and snowflake-inspired Toscana Toile; o...

Sarah Jessica Parker Favors Ornate Embroidery and Queen Camilla Opts for Polka Dots at 2025 Booker Prize Reception

Sarah Jessica Parker opted for understated elegance alongside her fellow 2025 Booker Prize judges during a reception hosted at Clarence House by Queen Camilla in London on Tuesday. Clad in a black midi dress with a black and white polka dot dress shirt beneath and a pair of black suede boots, the U.K.’s queen consort played host to Parker, Chris Power, Ayobami Adebayo and Kiley Reid, honoring 2025 Booker Prize winner David Szalay. Chris Power, Sarah Jessica Parker, this year’s winner David Szalay, Queen Camilla, Ayobami Adebayo and Kiley Reid. Getty Images For her attire, Parker channeled a more mature, downplayed variation on her “Sex and the City” and “And Just Like That…” character Carrie Bradshaw, wearing a black tea-length dress with a bolero featuring intricate embroidery. The glittering blue gem buttons on Parker’s bolero provided the frame to an embroidered gold appliqué, featuring blue florals and a shade of purple that mirrored the tonal motif of Parker’s necklace. Her auberg...

Meghan Markle Teases ‘With Love, Meghan’ Holiday Special in Galvan London Dress

Netflix shared the first look at Meghan Markle’s forthcoming “With Love, Meghan” holiday special with a teaser poster on the streamer’s official Instagram account on Monday featuring the Duchess of Sussex in a design by Galvan London. In the poster, Markle wears the British fashion brand’s bestselling Ushuaia dress in emerald. The dress, made from a lustrous bias-cut satin with a fluid drape effect, included a modern take on the halter neckline with a twist element and long band of fabric cascading down the garment. View this post on Instagram The silky maxidress was wholly evocative of the holiday season, with a vibrant color that referenced popular shades of green and red often associated with the Christmas holiday. Markle also incorporated sentimental jewelry pieces with her teaser poster attire. The Duchess of Sussex accessorized with a yellow gold bracelet and the gold Tank Française watch, both by Cartier. The latter piece originally belonged to Markle’s late mother-in-law, P...

Join the Fight to End Elder Hunger at Citymeals on Wheels Power Lunch

In the gold-hued Plaza Hotel ballroom, beneath dazzling chandeliers, an army of philanthropists, New York power players and everyday do-gooders will unite for a shared mission: to end elder hunger in the city. For the past four decades, the Citymeals on Wheels Power Lunch has been the organization’s largest annual fundraiser to gather the necessary resources to support its continued meal services and companionship for New York’s elderly population. Anyone interested in supporting this tremendously worthy cause is invited to the Plaza on November 19. The reception is at 11:30 a.m.; lunch is at noon. Courtesy of Citymeals on Wheels It is difficult to overstate the impact Citymeals on Wheels delivers in meals and connection. Last year, the organization provided more than 2.2 million meals to 22,000 older New Yorkers. Since its founding, the organization has delivered over 72 million meals in total and has committed to eliminating elder hunger in New York City by 2040. By partneri...

Getting Ready With Kristin Chenoweth for Opening Night of ‘The Queen of Versailles’

You can smell Kristin Chenoweth’s dressing rooms before they come into view. It’s hours shy of opening night of her newest musical, “The Queen of Versailles,” and the hallway leading to dressing rooms 301 and 302 at the St. James Theatre is lined with countless floral arrangements, with more being delivered by the minute. The flowers sit underneath a series of prints made by the artist Pepe Munoz depicting Chenoweth’s various famous stage characters, like Glinda from “Wicked,” Sally Brown from “You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown” and Precious McGuire from “Steel Pier” (her Broadway debut), all mixed with Jackie Siegel, her character in “The Queen of Versailles.”  It’s a fitting scene for the Broadway legend, who returns to the stage in the new musical about Siegel, with music and lyrics by Stephen Schwartz. “The Queen of Versailles” is inspired by the 2012 documentary about Siegel, a Floridian socialite, and the making of her mega mansion, named Versailles.  Getting ready with K...

Simone Biles Serves Sporty Winter Style at Husband Jonathan Owens’ Football Game

Simone Biles welcomed the winter season early in a cozy black coat and coordinated black gloves with a sporty edge in her football jersey for the Chicago Bears and New York Giants game on Sunday in Chicago. For the football game, in which her husband Jonathan Owens competed alongside his Chicago Bear team members, Biles opted for a classic color palette, wearing a furry black coat and coordinated leather gloves for the game. Simone Biles at the game between the Chicago Bears and the New York Giants at Soldier Field on Nov. 9, 2025 in Chicago. Getty Images Beneath her coat, the seven-time Olympic gold medalist wore her husband’s jersey with the number 36 embossed on the front, back and the sleeves. For extra insulation and warmth, as Chicago saw snowfall during the game, Biles wore an athletic black top beneath her jersey. To add a wintertime edge to her sporty attire, Biles paid tribute to her husband. She wore two silver necklaces — one crafted with the name “Owens” and the o...

Jenna Ortega Revisits Her Dark Glam Era in Ann Demeulemeester for Netflix’s ‘Wednesday’ FYC Event

Jenna Ortega’s promotional tour for the second season of “Wednesday” resumed on Sunday with a FYC event in Los Angeles, where the actress gave her goth styling a punk rock edge in a look designed by Ann Demeulemeester. Styled by frequent collaborator Enrique Melendez, Ortega wore a look from the Belgian fashion designer’s fall 2025 collection. The ensemble consisted of wide-leg trousers with a coordinated fitted vest. Both the vest and trousers featured a dark gray color palette with lighter, muted pinstripes. Jenna Ortega attends Netflix’s “Wednesday” FYC event on Nov. 9 in Los Angeles. Getty Images Beneath the vest, Ortega went casual and relaxed, wearing a cotton, long-sleeve top. Ortega went minimal with her accessories, save for a silver cross necklace. The actress’ glam featured hair with soft waves by stylist Dom Forletta, with Goth-inspired glam from artist Mélanie Inglessis. Curated by creative director Stefano Gallici, Ann Demeulemeester’s fall 2025 collection featured an air...

Vanessa Bryant and Daughter Natalia Step Out in Erdem Ensembles for Baby2Baby Gala

Vanessa Bryant and her 22-year-old daughter Natalia turned the Baby2Baby Gala on Saturday night in Los Angeles into a family affair, wearing distinct designs by Erdem and featuring variations on the little black dress. Natalia Bryant opted for a long-sleeve black dress crafted in what appeared to be a jersey fabric. The dress was designed with a plunging neckline, framing the delicate necklace the model wore to accessorize her look. Natalia Bryant at the 2025 Baby2Baby Gala on Nov. 8 in Los Angeles. Michael Buckner Natalia’s dress included a gathered fabric element at the waist, with a knotted detail to add further emphasis to her waistline. The overall effect was that of a youthful interpretation of a little black dress, ideal for the autumn season. Vanessa, meanwhile, chose glittering embellishments and an overall sequin design by Erdem. A long-sleeve, floor-length gown, the dress was encrusted at the bodice with large glass gemstone embellishments, creating a layered statement neckl...

Meghan Markle Opts for Understated Elegance at Baby2Baby Gala With Serena Williams and Prince Harry

Meghan Markle went for sleek, quiet luxury styling among the high-profile guests who attended the Baby2Baby Gala on Saturday in West Hollywood, Calif. For the special occasion, which included several celebrity guests, including Markle’s close friend Serena Williams, the Duchess of Sussex opted for subdued elegance in a long-sleeve black turtleneck and a coordinating high-waisted skirt. Meghan Markle, left, and Serena Williams at the 2025 Baby2Baby Gala on Nov. 8, 2025 in West Hollywood, Calif. Getty Images for Baby2Baby The turtleneck, a staple, versatile piece of an autumn wardrobe, featured a fitted silhouette that accentuated Markle’s frame. The As Ever founder and “With Love, Meghan” host’s skirt added further dimension, featuring gathered fabric and a thigh-high slit. As for her accessories, Markle favored pieces by Aquazzura, including a pair of strappy black sandal heels along with a pair of gold chain statement earrings. For glam, Markle favored the slicked back hair style, ano...

The 12 Best Huggie Earrings for Women to Wear This Fall

If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, WWD may receive an affiliate commission. Every once in a while, a style pops up that feels just as timeless as it does trendy. For fashion enthusiasts, it may be a solid pair of jeans and a simple white top; for jewelry aficionados, the best huggie earrings are turning out to be the It-thing of 2025. Wrapping the earlobes in an understated yet elegant way, huggie earrings are a quintessential staple designed to take you from summer to winter, as well as from day to night. “People tend to gravitate towards styles that feel like there’s no beginning or end. That’s why I like huggies,” Nok Salirathavibhaga, founder and creative director of fine jewelry brand Pattaraphan, tells WWD. This modern take on the classic hoop earring is no stranger to versatility. From minimalist gold styles to louder ones punctuated by pearls and diamonds, even the pickiest of fashion insiders can find a pair of huggie ea...

Miss Universe Walkouts and Reactions: How Contestants Supported Miss Mexico After an Organizer ‘Berated’ Her

The pageant world has zeroed in on a controversy that erupted at a Miss Universe pre-competition briefing involving pageant executive Nawat Itsaragrisil’s treatment of Miss Mexico, Fátima Bosch. A livestreamed video on the Miss Universe Thailand Facebook page from Tuesday captured Miss Universe Thailand director Nawat Itsaragrisil telling contestants that they were meant to “promote” the host country via social media. Itsaragrisil reportedly singled out Bosch for her alleged refusal to participate in a photo shoot that contestants were to share on their social media platforms. Itsaragrisil claimed Bosch was not posting, following the direction of her home country’s pageant director, before referring to Miss Mexico as “dumb” or a “dummy,” as seen on the video, when she stood up to defend herself. Following the tense confrontation, Itsaragrisil instructed security to remove Bosch from the pre-competition briefing. Several other contestants, however, stood up and began to walk out of the ...

From Fertility Supporting Lubricant and Libido-enhancing Supplements to Retail Commitment and Brand Expansion, Women’s Wellness Is Broadening

A perimenopausal woman, a postmenopausal woman, a soon-to-be mom and a preteen can all find full body wellness solutions at Ulta Beauty. Under The Wellness Shop, there’s period care, sexual wellness solutions and hormonal support supplements in one section. It’s a far cry from tampons on aisle 5, multivitamins on aisle 9 and lubricant on aisle 10. It heralds a new approach that an increasing number of brands and retailers are starting to take when it comes to women’s over-the-counter full-body solutions. According to Ulta Beauty’s vice president of wellness Laura Beres, the goal is to address “all ages and stages.” Over the past few years, women’s wellness has become a super trendy category at retail, with new brands popping up daily. There’s been the tween period care craze, the menopause movement, the seed cycling wave and a deeper focus on fertility. Now, as the category has matured, retailers like Ulta Beauty and brands like O Positiv are broadening their assortment to focus on a w...

Sephora’s Holiday Savings Event Gets You Rare 20% Discount on Dyson’s Top Hair Tools

If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, WWD may receive an affiliate commission. When Mariah Carey declared that “It’s Time!” in her 2025 holiday video, the dazzling superstar singer wasn’t just kicking off the start of Christmas. Carey partnered with Sephora this year on the annual video to ring in the holidays and also mark the start of Sephora’s annual “Give Something Beautiful” Campaign, and the retailer’s Sephora Savings Event.  SHOP SEPHORA HOLIDAY SAVINGS EVENT Running through November 10, Sephora’s annual Holiday Savings event offers an opportunity to save on highly-coveted beauty gifts and snag hard-to-find products now, before the retailer kicks off its Black Friday and Cyber Monday sales.  This major holiday sale, exclusively for members of Sephora’s Beauty Insider program, is also an exciting time of the year for beauty-lovers looking to save on products that rarely go on sale, including Dyson hair styling tools. ...

Demi Moore Styles Balenciaga, Tyla Goes Vintage in Dior and More From the 2025 Glamour Women of the Year Red Carpet

Special guests and honorees hit the red carpet at The Plaza hotel in New York City on Tuesday night for the 2025 Glamour Women of the Year Awards. With so many high-profile figures at the event, including Demi Moore and Tyla, there was no shortage of designer style and fashion moments. Looks from Balenciaga’s spring 2026 ready-to-wear collection and throwback, vintage Dior pieces strewn about the carpet, along with designs by Alex Perry, among others. WWD breaks down a few celebrity style highlights ahead. Demi Moore Demi Moore at the 2025 Glamour Women of the Year Awards on Nov. 4 in New York City. Stephanie Augello Moore turned to Balenciaga’s spring 2026 collection for her look, spotlighting a piece from creative director Pierpaolo Piccioli’s debut collection for the Spanish luxury fashion house. The strapless look included a rounded neckline with an elongated frame and fabric layering at the base of the top. Tapered black trousers coordinated for a streamlined look, while white ope...

Dissecting Retail Real Estate: Insights on Investment, Growth and Consumer Behavior

Where should retail go in the next 10 years? Wherever the customers go. In a VIP breakfast discussion at WWD’s recent Apparel & Retail CEO Summit, industry leaders from commercial real estate company CBRE and investment management firm Nuveen delved into the intersection of retail real estate investments, consumer trends and shifting demographic dynamics. Led by CBRE Americas Retail Leader Laura Barr, the session, “Retail Disruptors: Navigating the Evolving Retail Landscape — Real Estate, Strategy and the Consumer Experience,” offered a deep dive into how retail real estate is evolving to meet the demands of a fast-changing market. [To listen to the podcast, CLICK HERE.] Katie Grissom, global head of retail at Nuveen, noted the importance of adopting a holistic perspective that bridges real estate analytics and consumer trends, and how her nontraditional journey from hedge fund analyst to retail investor gave her a leg up. “Really understanding the consumer and how retailers think ...

The Béis x Rare Beauty Blush Bag Charm Is All Sold Out… But We Found Alternatives for Touching Up Your Makeup on the Go

If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, WWD may receive an affiliate commission. When two celebrity-helmed brands join forces ahead of the holiday season, absolute magic is the result… and everything in their collaborative collection sells out within days. This is exactly what happened when Shay Mitchell’s Béis dropped its three-piece “beauty on-the-go” capsule with Selena Gomez’s Rare Beauty this week, featuring a makeup brush pouch, large cosmetics pouch, and The Blush Case: all swathed in Rare Beauty’s bestselling colorway, Worth. All of these instant hits aren’t shoppable anymore, you can still get your hands on the top alternatives to the aforementioned makeup case, for hauling your Rare Beauty Soft Pinch Liquid Blush in style. That’s right: We managed to find similarly popular product picks that let you clip your makeup to your bag without thinking twice, and we urge you to waste absolutely no time in shopping them for yourself ...

Inside the 2025 CFDAs: A$AP Rocky, Addison Rae & More

“Stay put,” one guest said breathlessly to another from behind a pillar in the American Natural History Museum lobby. “I think I see Amber Valletta in the dress posing with Donatella [Versace].” Correct he was, and it was one of the most-talked about moments from the red carpet at the 2025 CFDA Awards, held Monday in New York. The model turned heads in a recreation of the iconic Versace green navel-grazing gown she wore on the 1999 runway, then made famous by Jennifer Lopez in 2000.  “When we were talking about what I was going to wear, she asked, and…,” began Valletta, making her way into cocktails hand-in-hand with the designer. “I said, let’s have the jungle dress,” said Versace. “Everybody in the world knows this look. And her face.” The red carpet and cocktail hour were starry as ever, with guests like Julianne Moore, Addison Rae, Naomi Watts, Leslie Bibb, Laura Harrier, Lily Allen, Michelle Williams, Naomi Campbell, Tyriq Withers, Olivia Dean, Britt Lower, Gabriette, Alex Con...

Advent Calendar Shopping Has Commenced — Here Are the 9 Best Luxury Ones at Nordstrom, Fit for Every Gifting Budget

If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, WWD may receive an affiliate commission. While we’re not decking the halls quite yet, the smell of Yuletide is already in the air — meaning you better get to shopping for all the loved ones on your list before the hottest gift selections go out of stock. And while one-off gifts the likes of a new shoulder bag or a fleece jacket are great options, sometimes dragging out the celebrations, in the form of the top advent calendars of 2025, is the best way to ensure your giftee has a holiday to remember. Nordstrom stands out from the crowd of mega retailers who are offering advent calendars this year, as its selections not only fit squarely into the luxury category but also rep a wide variety of interests: capable of pleasing everyone from chocolate aficionados to candle and beauty enthusiasts. There’s also absolutely no rule against scoring a 24- or 12-day advent calendar all for yourself: maximi...