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Katie Holmes Honored at American Ballet Theatre Spring Gala

On Wednesday night, American Ballet Theatre brought a taste of the Metropolitan Opera House to Cipriani 42nd Street. The ballet company headed to the midtown venue for its annual spring gala, with dancers — and a ballet — in tow. The evening kicked off the upcoming summer season while raising support for the company, and paid tribute to longtime supporter Katie Holmes. Guests included ballet and theater lovers, including “Hadestown” creator Anaïs Mitchell, Timothée Chalamet’s mother Nicole Flender, choreographer Anne Imhof, Constance Wu, Zac Posen, Fernando Garcia, Iris Apatow, Jeremiah Brent and Nate Berkus, Katie Couric, Michael and Victoria Imperioli, and more. The ABT company dancers were the first to arrive, walking the red carpet in black-tie before heading backstage to change into costume for their performance of “Don Quixote.” The popular ballet has been restaged by ABT artistic director Susan Jaffe for the summer seaso...

‘Ragtime’ Star and First-time Tony Nominee Ben Levi Ross Is Taking It All In

A few hours after “Ragtime” claimed five Drama League awards last Friday, Ben Levi Ross was back in his dressing room at the Lincoln Center Theater, and getting ready to continue doing the work that has established the musical as an awards season frontrunner.  “I just keep saying to myself, ‘Even though you’re tired, take everything in, take every second in, keep your eyes open, look around,’” says Ross. “Because this is rare, and this does not happen all the time.’” In fact, it’s the 28-year-old actor’s being nominated (and eligible) for a Tony award. In recent weeks, he won Drama Desk and Outer Critics Circle awards for his featured performance in the musical. May has proven to be particularly busy for the “Ragtime” cast, who continue to take the stage for eight performances each week. The afternoon before the Drama League Awards, which jointly honors the Broadway and off-Broadway communities in New York, Ross attended a Tonys ...

Penélope Cruz Brings Asymmetry to the Cannes Film Festival Red Carpet

Penélope Cruz opted for Chanel’s contemporary elegance for the “La Bola Negra” red carpet premiere at the 2026 Cannes Film Festival on Thursday in France. Penélope Cruz Getty Images The Oscar-winning actress sported a sleek black gown with asymmetry as a main motif from the French luxury fashion house. The one-shoulder dress included a thigh-high slit and wisps of sheer black fabric to create an even more dynamic look. At the shoulder and top of the thigh-high slit, explosive feathery appliqués, featured in both the fall and spring 2026 collections, created even more textural tension for the contemporary design. Cruz went minimalist with her jewelry pieces, save for a pair of statement silver earrings and wore pointed-toe black heels to complete her attire. Penélope Cruz Getty Image...

Connor Swindells Talks Cannes, Chopard and Getting the Gong

Connor Swindells was being “particularly British” when he tried to play it cool with a bit of self-deprecating humor, after receiving the Trophée Chopard at the Cannes Film Festival. The honor, awarded annually to emerging actors with a strong track record of picking Oscar-winners-to-be. But Swindells admitted the weight of the recognition only fully hit him once the whirlwind of the previous evening began. “I didn’t quite realize how special it was until it was all kicking off,” he said. “Then I was suddenly very, very anxious.” Over the past several years, the actor has built a body of work that moves between sharp comedy and darker dramatic material. Despite the growing scale of the projects around him, he still speaks about acting less as a performance showcase and more as a collaborative instinct. “I’m most attracted to the team behind the project — the actors, the people making it,” he said of choosing roles. “And if it’s shooting some...

Queen Camilla Adds Sapphire and Diamond Moth Brooch to Her Latest Garden Party Getup

Queen Camilla brightened her wardrobe in a springtime Fiona Clare blue dress for a garden party at Hillsborough Castle on Wednesday in Hillsborough, Northern Ireland. Queen Camilla Getty Images For the special occasion, the U.K.’s queen consort turned to a tried and true blue design from go-to British couturier Fiona Clare Aldridge. A royal rewear, Queen Camilla’s blue dress featured her signature silhouette, with a midi hemline, long sleeves and slightly defined waist. Ornate, scalloped embroidery featured down the front placket of the frock and at the ends of the long sleeves and neckline. Queen Camilla coordinated her dress with a Philip Treacy statement hat and added a pair of darker toned heels to complete her attire. Queen Camilla Getty Images As for accessories,...

Brooks Nader Goes Gilded in Archival Georges Chakra at Cannes

Brooks Nader shimmered on the 2026 Cannes Film Festival red carpet in Georges Chakra for the premiere of “Amarga Navidad” on Tuesday night. Brooks Nader Michael Buckner The model and reality TV star opted for an archival gown courtesy of the Georges Chakra Couture Archive. The strapless, sculpted dress was layered in lace in shades of green, rose and metallic gold. The dress originally hailed from the fall 2004 collection. Ruffled pink lace could be seen at the neckline of the dress, featured in a scalloped design and layered by the gold and green material. The metallic gold gown also featured some semi-sheer elements for a sensual spin on the springtime style. Brooks Nader Michael Buckner Ornate lace was the main design motif of the gown, layered with the seasonal to...

Helena Christensen Merges Sheer Styling With Gothic Sensibility

Helena Christensen took runway inspiration from Roberto Cavalli’s latest collection for her red carpet look at the “Amarga Navidad,” or “Bitter Christmas,” premiere during the 2026 Cannes Film Festival on Tuesday night in Cannes, France. Helena Christensen Michael Buckner Christensen’s dress hailed from the fall 2026 ready-to-wear collection, which featured an array of designs in an exclusively black color palette. Christensen’s gown merged sheer design with a sensual spin on the Gothic inspiration of the collection. The sleeveless dress featured thin straps and a plunging, scalloped neckline. Sheer fabric featured at the waist and skirt of the design, with patchwork adding an extra dose of edgy quality to the overall look. Roberto Cavalli fall 2026 Roberto C...

Chloe Cherry Reflects on ‘Euphoria,’ Her Hollywood Breakthrough and What’s Next

Many actors would feel burned out toward the end of a press tour — but not Chloe Cherry, who is refreshingly excited about having to promote her work. “I just felt like such a professional actor, honestly. I was like, ‘wow, look at me in New York City doing press for my show. I’m booked up and I’m doing all the press,’” she says. “I felt like it was just so deeply validating as an actor.” The 28-year-old stars as Faye in “Euphoria,” a character that was introduced in the second season and elevated in the third one, airing now. Season Three Faye is the biggest role of Cherry’s yet, having previously worked in the adult entertainment industry, and she’s relishing every moment of the experience.  Cherry was initially scouted to join the show’s second season by a casting company with a cold email. “They sent me an email and they were like, ‘Hey, we’re casting for Season Two, the director has interest in you auditioning for this role,...

Demi Moore Continues Her 2026 Cannes Film Festival Style Stint in Designs by Nina Ricci and Gucci

Demi Moore continued her luxury style streak during the 2026 Cannes Film Festival in designs by Nina Ricci and Gucci on Monday in Cannes, France. Demi Moore Marina Rodriguez The Oscar-nominated “The Substance” star capped off her Monday red carpet moments with an appearance at Chopard’s The Miracle Gala. Moore turned to designer Nina Ricci’s fall 2026 ready-to-wear collection, which made its runway debut as part of Paris Fashion Week in March 2026. The look took on suited inspiration, with a long-sleeve, blazer-like bodice and a voluminous black skirt with a high-low silhouette. The actress’ look included a choker accessory with a shimmering floral appliqué. Moore accessorized with Chopard jewels. Demi Moore Marina Rodriguez Prior to Monday night...

Sharon Stone Goes Regal in Miss Sohee to the 2026 Cannes Film Festival Red Carpet

Sharon Stone turned to the Miss Sohee runway for her attire at the “Fjord” red carpet premiere during the 2026 Cannes Film Festival on Monday. Sharon Stone Getty Images The Oscar-nominated “Casino” star wore a design from Miss Sohee founder Sohee Park’s spring 2026 couture collection. Inspired by shifting skyscapes and structured with nods to plumage and florals aplenty, the gown brought a bevy of drama to the Cannes red carpet. The look was comprised of a strapless dress with a scalloped neckline and shimmering crystal embellishments throughout, echoing a starry sky. From the neckline, the gown transitioned to a deep blue tone and in an ombré fashion transitioned to a light tone until the material of the dress was white. Sharon Stone Getty Images Exp...

Shania Twain Brings Out Her Wild Side on the 2026 ACM Awards Red Carpet

Shania Twain came ready to conquer the red carpet in a design by Falguni Shane Peacock for the Academy of Country Music Awards on Sunday night in Las Vegas, Nev. Shania Twain Brian Friedman The “That Don’t Impress Me Much” singer wore a strapless gown from the designer’s Ashen Roses Collection, presented in collaboration with airline Lufthansa. The dress featured a fitted bodice and a cinched waist for added silhouette definition, before transitioning to a column skirt. All over the dress, shimmering sequins created bursts of firework-like patterning, with varied tones of metallic silver. The skirt of the dress, though, incorporated a wild statement element that added a playful touch to the overall design. Shania Twain Brian Friedman A black panther, also c...

Front Row at Gucci Cruise 2027: Kim Kardashian, Mariah Carey, Lindsay Lohan and More Take Times Square

Gucci made Times Square the place to be Saturday night in New York City, where Demna hosted the brand’s cruise 2027 show.  Celebrity guests included Kim Kardashian, Mariah Carey, Shawn Mendes, Lindsay Lohan, Iman, Molly Gordon, Laura Harrier, Alix Earle, Stormzy, Alton Mason, Ivy Getty, Sydney Carlson, Devon Lee Carlson, Nadia Lee Cohen, Phoebe Tonkin, Georgia Fowler, Lady Bunny and more. Carey was heavily guarded by her entourage as she moved through the crowd in a long ivory coat. Once seated, she and seatmate Mendes chatted between posing for photos. Mendes was also happy to see Stormzy, getting up to go greet the musician when he arrived. Mariah Carey Lexie Moreland/WWD “Alton! Alton! Woo hoo!” the assembled crowd, which included fashion students and fans, shouted at the model as he arrived. He returned their praise with a twirl and a wave. Earle, who i...

Kaia Gerber, Cindy Crawford, Shawn Mendes and More Hit the Gucci Cruise 2027 After Party

Where else to go after shutting down Times Square but a Midtown mansion?  Following Gucci’s cruise 2027 runway show, which took over Times Square and its many screens Saturday night, guests were invited over to a private after party to celebrate. The brand had taken over a 19th-century mansion next to the Lotte Palace hotel on Madison Avenue and transformed it into the glamorous house party of dreams: There was a tarot room, a music room with jazz performances, a basement lounge complete with a pool table and plenty of low seating, a home office, stocked with Gucci-branded desk essentials, a bedroom, a home gym and more. Shawn Mendes Lexie Moreland/WWD After closing the show, Cindy Crawford changed into a simple black dress and headed over to the party, where she was joined later by daughter Kaia Gerber, who arrived with her “Saturday Night” costar Cory Michael Smith...

Chloe Fineman, Lila Moss and More Welcome Dôen to the Upper East Side

What better way for Dôen to toast their arrival on the Upper East Side than with a night out for cocktails, caviar and dancing? The California-based brand took over Chez Fifi on Thursday evening to celebrate its new Madison Avenue boutique, the second in Manhattan.   Iris Apatow, Lila Moss, Chloe Fineman, Lily Rabe, Busy Phillips, Ava Phillippe, Phoebe Gates, Jacquelyn Jablonski, Ashley Avignone and more were dressed in the brand’s signature romantic looks as they milled about the two-story restaurant. Dishes of olives and marcona almonds decorated tables while a large display of potato chips and caviar awaited guests at the rear of the restaurant.  Margaret Kleveland and Katherine Kleveland Lexie Moreland/WWD The brand’s founders, sisters Margaret Kleveland and Katherine Kleveland, floated between guests throughout the night.  It was Margare...

Off-White Celebrates 10×10 Creative Collaboration in Brooklyn

Virgil Abloh’s legacy continues to bring creatives together. On Thursday night, Off-White hosted a dinner and late-night after party at Public Records in Brooklyn to celebrate the brand’s 10x10 “Icons Reimagined” collaboration. The evening kicked off with cocktails in the music venue’s intimate listening lounge before a vegan candle-lit seated dinner on the ground floor, served family style. The 10×10 collaboration features contributions from 10 creatives, who each reimagined 10 signature Off-White products across categories. Participants include photographer Renell Medrano, who designed “eyewear,” while rapper and actor Scott Mescudi put his stamp on “sneakers,” and A$AP Nast headed up the “objects” category. Products will drop for purchase in the coming months, along with launch parties in other cities. Most of the 10×10 collaborators were in attendance, joined by friends of ...

Kate Middleton Brings Muted Colorways to Italy

Kate Middleton styled muted tones in Jenni Kayne and more for her second day in Reggio Emilia, Italy, on Thursday. Kate Middleton Getty Images The Princess of Wales turned to a variety of designers for her streamlined look, which began with her pleated Jenni Kayne skirt. The California-based brand’s skirt was crafted in an ivory fabric and featured a high-waisted, flowing silhouette with a bevy of pleats. Atop her knit ivory shirt, Middleton wore a Blazé Milano pin-stripe blazer, featuring tones of ivory and beige with accents of brown on the buttons to complement the neutral skirt. The British royal family members’ belt was also designed by Blazé Milano. Kate Middleton Getty Images Middleton also added the colorful toe cap trend to her attire with the Alicia flats in t...

Demi Moore Sees Red in Sculptural Look on the 2026 Cannes Film Festival Red Carpet

Demi Moore went the custom route in her red Gucci dress for the premiere of “Fatherland” at the 2026 Cannes Film Festival on Thursday night in Cannes, France. Demi Moore Earl Gibson III The Oscar-nominated “The Substance” actress, who also serves as a jury member for the 79th edition of the Cannes Film Festival, opted for one of Gucci creative director Demna‘s designs. The crinkled red gown featured a structured element at the neckline. Moore’s gown was crafted with folded fabric round the actress’ shoulders, creating dimension with height and structure that cocooned Moore’s visage. The fabric of the gown gave off a crinkled effect, with scrunched and bunched material that cascaded from the fitted bodice to the column skirt. Demi Moore Michael Buckner ...

EXCLUSIVE: I.Am.Gia Announces Immersive ‘Gia & Friends’ Los Angeles Pop-Up Experience Inspired by Y2K Styles and More

I.Am.Gia introduces a pop-up experience in Los Angeles beginning Friday and concluding on Sunday called “Gia & Friends,” featuring a bevy of Y2K aesthetic inspiration and signature style motifs synonymous with the Australian brand. I.Am.Gia’s Los Angels Pop-up Courtesy of I.Am.Gia “The entire activation centered on Gia and her four friends: Cherry, Riot, Vixen and Angel. Each has a distinct identity and aesthetic, inspired by the playful, expressive spirit of 2000s nostalgia, where fashion and identity were completely intertwined,” Alana Pallister, found and chief executive officer of I.Am.Gia, said in an exclusive statement to WWD. The “Gia & Friends” pop-up will transform Los Angeles’s Terminal 27 into an engaging experience designed as Gia’s dollhouse, featuring three interactive rooms where each space repre...

Sharon Stone, Ciara Help Kick Off ‘A Diamond Is Forever’ Activation at Frieze New York

On Wednesday evening, De Beers kicked off Frieze New York by inviting VIP guests on a journey. One that kicked off in Frieze London, and had travelled to New Delhi before landing on the eighth floor of The Shed in Manhattan. The brand is highlighting the “mythical origins” of diamonds through an immersive installation, on view for the duration of the art fair. “ The idea is to shine a new light on diamonds, and in particular to highlight their relationship to art,” said Lynn Serfaty, general manager of Natural Diamonds at De Beers Group, of the exhibition. “There has been a kind of standardization of the way we see diamonds. And it’s very important that we are able to retell the story, in a sense that allows you to rediscover their beauty.” The room and exhibition were rooted in vibrant yellow and orange hues, reflective of the  Kalahari Desert in Southern Africa, believed to be the birthplace of modern humank...

Not Your Dad’s Shoes: A Guide to Shopping Viral New Balance Sneakers at Global Footwear Marketplace Kicks Crew

If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, WWD may receive an affiliate commission. New Balance is busy redefining high-performance footwear with silhouettes that are ready to complement all your outfits and upcoming plans, from Euro Summer trips to weekends in the city. And Kicks Crew, an authentic, trusted digital marketplace that focuses on global sneaker fulfillment and makes hard-to-find regional exclusives attainable with the click of a few buttons, is busy sourcing the most in-demand New Balance models — emphasizing their value beyond the online hype and planting them squarely in the realm of “tech-utility.” explore new balance favorites at kicks crew Since 2021, Kicks Crew has been a go-to for devoted sneakerheads and everyday shoe shoppers alike, given its exhaustive brand collections that are tuned in to market demand and the latest trends. Direct-from-source reliability with...

Ski Season Is Over. Aspen’s Only Five-Star, Five-Diamond Hotel Proves You Can Apply the Après Attitude to Your Summer Style, Too

If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, WWD may receive an affiliate commission. Aspen Airport has a single runway, and it hosts more private jet landings than commercial ones every year. In other words, it’s impossible not to associate the town with exclusivity and wealth, which also implies a certain unspoken set of dressing rules that both first-time visitors and longtime regulars have to adhere to, on and off the mountain. When I dropped anchor at Aspen’s only five-star, five-diamond hotel, The Little Nell, whose ski-in, ski-out status has attracted a refined, snow-riding crowd since 1989, I found myself part of the former crowd: an uninitiated newbie who kept asking one question the whole time, “What’s with all the fur hats?” book a stay at the little nell today Après-ski style — referring to what people wear after they’ve completed a ce...

Old Navy, Disney Celebrate Summertime Style With New Mickey & Friends Collection

Old Navy is adding a playful touch for summer. The American apparel and accessories retail company is debuting a Mickey & Friends collection in collaboration with Disney just in time for the forthcoming season. The collection is available to shop in-stores and on Old Navy’s official website. Old Navy x Disney Courtesy of Old Navy “For our next limited-edition capsule, we’ve reunited with Disney to reimagine timeless summer style for the whole family,” Sarah Holme, Old Navy’s head of design and product development said in a statement. “Designed to bring a touch of magic to everyday moments, the collection blends Old Navy’s laid-back Americana with the joyful spirit of Disney. It’s a mix of refreshed essentials and trend-forward pieces, all with a hint of nostalgia.” The collection takes cues from quintessential American style and reimagine...

Charly Clive on ‘Rooster,’ Working With Steve Carell, and Finding Comedy in Vulnerability

It’s been nothing but positive feedback for Charly Clive since her show “Rooster” arrived on HBO. Fans have come to love the “relaxing” tone of the show, as well as the dynamic between Clive’s character Katie and her onscreen father, played by Steve Carell. But the biggest highlight?  “So many people will comment that they didn’t realize I was English,” Clive says, “which is such a compliment.” The Brit plays Katie Russo, a professor at a New England college whose husband, a fellow professor, cheats on her with a grad student. In light of her public embarrassment, her author father, Greg, accepts a position as a visiting lecturer on campus to be close to his daughter in her time of need.  “I’ve the benefit of having done most of my press with Steve and he knows what he’s doing and is beloved by everyone,” Clive says. “So you have the light of him shining on you and I feel like that felt very good.” The 33-year-old ...

Joey King Selects a Miu Miu Collection of Denim, Greens and Side Boob

“It’s too cute,” said Joey King, standing before a rack of clothes at the Miu Miu 57th Street boutique in Manhattan. The collection before her was marked with tags with her name on it, and had been selected by King with the help of her stylist, Jared Eng, as part of her curation of the brand’s latest in store offering. Her Miu Miu selections were celebrated Monday evening with a store party, and prior to guests’ arrivals, King was walking through the rack. “I picked too many things [at first],” she said of the process. “I didn’t want it to feel like everything went together, but I wanted there to be a little bit of a through line, because I wanted it to feel like you could really mix any purse with any outfit and put any dress with any sweater and any handkerchief and have it feel like it was all going to work, even though the textures and colors are all very different.” Highlights for the actress included the denim pieces she chose. ...

Demi Moore Brings Confetti Fashion to the 2026 Cannes Film Festival

Demi Moore burst with Jacquemus confetti as she joined her fellow 2026 Cannes Film Festival jury members at Palais des Festivals for the first day of photo calls on Tuesday in Cannes, France. Demi Moore Earl Gibson III The Oscar-nominated “The Substance” star, who previously attended the Cannes Film Festival in 2024, opted for a playful dress courtesy of the French luxury fashion house’s fall 2026 ready-to-wear collection. The strapless dress, much like the rest of the collection, was evocative of the 1980s. A cream base fabric was the canvas for red, blue, black and yellow polka dots aplenty, with a belted waist for added silhouette definition to boot. Jacquemus fall 2026 Giovanni Giannoni/WWD The skirt of the dress was billowing up to the knees, where the look...

Lucky Brand and Coca-Cola’s Oh-So-American Apparel Collection Arrives Ahead of the United States’ 250th

If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, WWD may receive an affiliate commission. Straight from the vignette of a rest stop on Route 66 sometime in the ’90s — trucker hats; worn-in denim; something cold in one hand, gas pump in the other — and into your closet comes Lucky Brand’s latest collaboration, with none other than Coca-Cola. Buy lucky brand x coca-cola There’s no denying it: The two partners are the epitome of all things Americana, bottling our country’s rich history and delivering it to 21st-century shoppers. In Lucky Brand’s case, the circa-1990 apparel company is known to encourage eclecticism, self-expression, and making your own luck through jeans — a hero offering — that not only fit just-so but also come infused with personality-rich touches. Millions of fashion-forward folks have also come to love Lucky’s graphic T-shirts, oversized jackets, shorts,...

Ella Bright on Leading Prime Video’s ‘Off Campus,’ the Latest Hockey Romance BookTok Sensation

It helps to be a hockey romance show coming out on streaming services in the wake of “Heated Rivalry.” Prime Video has gone all out for the release of the new series “Off Campus,” and the cast recently flew down to Brazil for several days of press. “We’ve just been drinking a lot of coconut water today,” the show’s lead Ella Bright says. “That’s the vibe.” The 19-year-old British actress stars as Hannah in the latest BookTok (the community on TikTok centered around books) sensation series adaptation, which is based on the 2015 book “The Deal” by Elle Kennedy. The show, out Wednesday, follows Hannah Wells, a music major who strikes a deal with the school’s star hockey player, Garrett: he needs tutoring help from her to pass a philosophy class, and she needs his help attracting the attention of her crush, Justin.  Bright was unfamiliar with the series before getting an audition, but was vaguely aware that hockey romance books were a thing....

Queen Camilla Revives Serpent Necklace for A King’s Trust Celebration

Queen Camilla revived one of her rarely seen necklaces for A King’s Trust Celebration in London on Monday night alongside King Charles III. King Charles III and Queen Camilla Getty Images The United Kingdom’s queen consort wore her diamond serpent necklace, a piece that’s been part of Queen Camilla’s personal collection for several years but rarely makes the rounds for public events and engagements. The necklace is completely encrusted with diamonds and features ruby-set eyes for a subtle pop of color. The piece is a family heirloom, crafted by Van Cleef & Arpels, according to a November 2025 report from InStyle. King Charles III and Queen Camilla Getty Images Serpents have been a symbolic motif embraced by members of the British royal family on rare o...

Amal Clooney Glitters in McQueen at A King’s Trust Celebration

Amal Clooney went for gold in her retro McQueen look for A King’s Trust Celebration in London on Monday alongside husband George Clooney. Amal Clooney and George Clooney PA Images via Getty Images The longtime attorney and human rights advocate turned to the late Lee Alexander McQueen’s fall 2007 collection for her red carpet attire. The dress was crafted with allover shimmering gold sequins and featured an Art Deco-style design of sinuous lines and sharp angles for a contemporary appeal along with its timeless silhouette. The maxidress included a V-shaped neckline with short, capped sleeves, a column silhouette and hem that nearly grazed the red carpet — were it not for Clooney’s coordinated metallic gold pointed-toe pumps. Alexander McQueen’s fall 2007 collection WireImage ...

The Gold House Fifth Annual Gold Gala Was a Style Showcase for Mindy Kaling and More

Saturday night’s annual Gold Gala, presented by Gold House, featured a bevy of high-profile stars on the Los Angeles arrival carpet in designer pieces from the likes of Aiste Hong to Anita Dongre and more. Chrissy Teigen and Mindy Kaling led the designer style brigade, while Priyanka Chopra Jonas found a way to honor her heritage in a custom Amit Aggarwal piece. WWD breaks down those looks and plenty more ahead. Chrissy Teigen Chrissy Teigen Chad Salvador Teigen styled a look by Aiste Hong. The strapless dress featured a fitted bodice and cinched waist for definition in a dark fabric. The drop waist of the garment added a touch of modernity with a voluminous bubble style skirt in a contrasting shade of light blue. Teigen was styled by Alana Van Deraa for Saturday night’s event. Mindy Kaling ...

EXCLUSIVE: Celeb-Magnet Sleepwear Brand Petite Plume Drops First Footwear Collaboration — Shop the Yacht Living–Inspired Sandals

If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, WWD may receive an affiliate commission. Don’t own a superyacht… or even a sailboat? This summer, live like it anyways, courtesy of celebrity-loved sleepwear label Petite Plume‘s shoe collaboration with Tkees, a footwear company lauded for its quiet-luxury designs made out of Brazilian leather. While the Gwyneth Paltrow– and Kardashian-worn Petite Plume is known to supplement its viral, oh-so-soft pajama sets with exquisitely crafted slippers, flip-flops are a first for the brand that’s helmed by a former CIA officer. This is exactly what you’ll be getting with the Petite Plume x Tkees collection, out May 11 and available to buy on both petiteplume.com and tkees.com. Here, three never-before-seen styles of Tkees’ legendary Lily Sandal — Navy French Ticking, Cabana Stripe, and Navy With White Strap — function as vital components of Pe...

Kate Middleton Styles Self-Portrait and More From Buckingham Palace’s Latest Garden Party

Friday’s Buckingham Palace garden party featured senior members of the British royal family wearing their springtime best. From Kate Middleton to Zara Tindall, shades of blue, polka-dot patterns and more were aplenty on the green lawn of the London palace. Roland Mouret and Self-Portrait were among the designers and labels featured on British royal women for Friday’s festivities, with additions of seasonal motifs that set each royal apart from the other. WWD breaks down those looks and more ahead. Kate Middleton Kate Middleton Getty Images Kate Middleton favored London-based luxury brand Self-Portrait for her attire to Friday’s garden party. The Princess of Wales wore a cream three-dimensional floral polka-dot midi dress, crafted with a streamlined bodice with three-quarter-length sleeves and a double-breasted fit with black buttons. A belt was ...

What to Know About the TikTok-Viral $600 Perfume That Can’t Be Duped

If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, WWD may receive an affiliate commission. Don’t even bother looking: Guerlain’s $660 Vanille Planifolia Extrait 21 perfume simply cannot be duped. This sentiment is shared by hundreds of Reddit users and fragrance snobs, who regularly post statements like “Guerlain DNA is pretty hard to reproduce” and “Guerlain’s private and extrait line cannot be duped, in fact any Guerlain [scent] probably cannot be duped as they manufacture and procure their own ingredients.” As beauty experts, we concur. While affordable replicas of the Vanille Planifolia Extrait 21 do exist, not a single one comes close to cloning Guerlain’s meticulous attention to detail, perfected across centuries. Guerlain Vanille Planifolia Extrait 21 50 mlPersonalization options available $660 Buy Now at guerlain ...

Ring In 100 Years of Marilyn Monroe With These Special-Edition LED Masks, Tea Sets, and Tennis Bracelets

If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, WWD may receive an affiliate commission. Marilyn Monroe, born Norma Jeane Mortenson, was a lot of things: Hollywood legend, reportedly asexual sex symbol, model, film production company founder, and avid reader alike. The instantly recognizable starlet was born June 1, 1926, which means the centennial celebrations of her birthday are heating up as we speak. Thanks to a range of popular brands from Montblanc to Shark, you can now pay tribute to Monroe’s artistic prowess and charismatic public persona with limited-edition, themed products spanning home goods, clothing, beauty tech, books, and beyond. Most notably, it’s now possible to buy “Marilyn Monroe 100: The Official Centenary Book” on Amazon, which calls itself the “the only official photography-based publication to commemorate the centenary of Marilyn Monroe’s birth.” Given the fact tha...

Kristen Stewart’s Cannes Film Festival Style Through the Years: Suiting in Chanel and More

Few red carpets have chronicled Kristen Stewart’s style evolution better than the Cannes Film Festival. The Oscar-nominated actress and filmmaker has been a mainstay of the festival since the early 2010s, and her style has gone through different chapters with each visit. From Reem Acra gowns to various Chanel looks, Stewart’s Cannes Film Festival style is always pushing boundaries. WWD breaks down looks from her time at the festival over the years ahead. 2025 Kristen Stewart at the Cannes Film Festval on May 16, 2025 in Cannes, France. Getty Images Under the styling of longtime collaborator Tara Swennen, Stewart’s 2025 Cannes Film Festival red carpet looks featured this suited Chanel ensemble. The look consisted of a sleek white jacket and coordinated shorts. “The Chronology of Water” filmmaker opted to go sans shirt beneath her jack...

Inside Ulike’s Los Angeles Event Celebrating Confidence, Technology and PCOS Awareness

In a beauty landscape increasingly shaped by conversations around inclusivity and self-confidence, beauty technology brand Ulike is expanding the conversation beyond skin-deep results. On March 7, the brand hosted an intimate event in Los Angeles that brought together creators, industry insiders and advocates to explore how technology, personal care and community intersect. Held at the historic Lombardi House in West Hollywood, the gathering offered a first look at the company’s latest at‑home hair‑removal innovations while spotlighting a condition that is often misunderstood: polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). The event created space for conversation about how advances in at‑home beauty devices are becoming part of evolving personal care routines, while acknowledging the experiences of people navigating hormonal conditions that can affect skin and hair growth. Guests were introduced to several of Ulike’s latest beauty‑tech devices and produ...

Yes, Macy’s Sells Premium Labels Like Miu Miu and Gucci, Too — Our Editor Tests Out the Retailer’s Hottest Buys This Spring

If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, WWD may receive an affiliate commission. Here’s the truth: When you think of Macy’s, there’s a good chance your memory goes directly to the time you hunted for a prom dress in the Juniors’ section and got a quick, post-purchase snack in the mall food court with your mom. While it’s true that the circa-1858 department store was able to most deeply embed itself in society via a looming presence in malls nationwide, Macy’s is experiencing a rebrand of sorts (call it a renaissance) that’s making the fashion set do a double take. Buy trending women's styles at macy's As of late, Macy’s has been busy expanding its roster of labels that are deemed “luxury,” or else those that are very much part of the zeitgeist in 2026. Hop on over to macys.com, and you’ll immediately be privy to new-season ...

The Best Kobe Shoes — From ‘Mambacita’ Sneakers to Recovery Slides — Worth Shopping at Nike

If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, WWD may receive an affiliate commission. Legends never die: a sentiment that directly applies to the late Kobe Bryant, who passed away in January 2020 but continues to be regarded, and remembered, as one of the greatest basketball players in NBA history. One way the 18-time All-Star, who put in two decades with the Los Angeles Lakers, lives on in the present day? Through none other than his circa-2003 Nike partnership, after Bryant’s wife Vanessa decided to extend his contract posthumously in 2022. (Following the announcement of the two-time Olympic gold medalist’s death, all in-stock Nike Kobe shoes promptly sold out.) Buy nike kobe shoes online After concluding his sneaker free agency, Bryant signed with Nike in 2003. Their collaboration kicked off with a Nike Zoom Kobe I shoe, a high-t...

Timex and ‘Harry Potter’ Collaborate on Collection of Watches With Magical Touches

If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, WWD may receive an affiliate commission. Timex is collaborating with “Harry Potter” on a collection of watch designs inspired by the popular book series and film adaptations. The collection has launched, with styles available on Timex’s website. “At Timex, we love creating products that connect people to the stories they love,” Shari Fabiani, chief marketing officer of Timex said in a statement to WWD. Buy the collection online Timex x “Harry Potter” Courtesy of Timex Harry Potter x Timex Weekender Butterbeer Watch $179 Buy Now at timex Price upon publish date of this article: $179 “‘Harry Potter’ has a remarkable ability to bring generations toge...

Queen Maxima of the Netherlands Imbues Her Natan Couture Look With Springtime Hues

Queen Maxima of The Netherlands gave Natan Couture a springtime spin for Tuesday’s 2026 Liberation Day Concert in Amsterdam alongside her husband of 24 years King Willem-Alexander. Queen Maxima of The Netherlands and King Willem-Alexander of The Netherlands Getty Images The Netherlands’ queen consort turned to one of her longtime go-to designers for her attire, which featured a billowing coral pink blouse with muted gold extra wide-leg trousers. Queen Maxima’s blouse featured a poncho-like silhouette, with flowing, soft fabric that was further accentuated by the material of her trousers. Queen Maxima of The Netherlands and King Willem-Alexander of The Netherlands Getty Images Along with her springtime-inspired look, Queen Maxima added statement accessories that c...

Getting Ready With Tate McRae in Ludovic De Saint Sernin for the 2026 Met Gala

For her first Met Gala, Tate McRae worked with designer Ludovic de Saint Sernin on a golden gown that was inspired by the gilded statues adorning La Réale, the ceremonial boat of Louis XIV, preserved at the Musée National de la Marine near where Sernin grew up. “Since the theme is ‘Fashion Is Art,’ we really wanted to blur the line between a garment and a sculpture. This dress is crafted to make me look like a living gold statue,” McRae says. “The corset is so structured and powerful, then you have these soft feathers and the most delicate French gold lace layered in….It’s dramatic, it’s glowing, it’s literally everything I could’ve dreamed of and more. I’ve never worn anything that feels this special, it is like a piece of history that’s been brought into 2026. I’m so beyond grateful to be here, wearing a piece of art like this for my very first Met.” A look at Tate McRae getting ready...

Jennie Hits Ray-Ban Met Gala After Party

The Met Gala after parties are rarely prompt, which means it came as no surprise that Jennie didn’t roll into the Ray-Ban party until after 1:30 in the morning. The corner of Prince Street and Lafayette had been turned into Ray-Ban House, where the eyewear brand was hosting a Met Gala after party for the second year in a row.  The scene at the Met Gala after party to celebrate the opening of the Ray-Ban House. Lexie Moreland/WWD Guests milled about, sipping Aperol spritzes and snacking on meatballs and tea sandwiches between trying on glasses. Ever-helpful team members were at the ready with trays of different frames for photo opps, which is really what a brand after party is all about, after all.  Ella Emhoff, Oscar and the Wolf, Lera Neru, Ellen von Unwerth, Tyrone Dylan, Daniela Lalita and Zarina Yeva were some of the guests who came to dance prior to Je...

The Artwork Behind Heidi Klum’s Transformation at the Met Gala 2026 Red Carpet

Heidi Klum took the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s “Costume Art” exhibition and “Fashion Is Art” theme to a new level in her look at the 2026 Met Gala in New York City on Monday night. The longtime model wore an ensemble evocative of the Veiled Vestal sculpture. A gray material was crafted and modeled to Klum’s body, creating a formfitting silhouette with illusion elements that gave the piece the look of moving sheer fabric. Heidi Klum Michael Buckner Even the detailing on Klum’s faced created a deceptively veiled appearance. A headpiece full of floral elements featured as well. The model’s entire look enveloped Klum’s body, with gray contacts added and painted hands, face and even teeth. Heidi Klum Gilbert Flores Klum’s en...

Venus Williams Shimmers in Swarovski Couture With Symbolic Necklace Honoring Her Journey at the Met Gala 2026

Venus Williams wore a one-of-a-kind Swarovski couture gown at the 2026 Met Gala red carpet in New York City on Monday. Williams’s outfit was designed by Giovanna Engelbert, Swarovski’s first global creative director. The black mesh crystal dress featured a form-fitting silhouette, with the plated silver and diamond statement necklace serving as a key fixture for the overall look. Venus Williams Lexie Moreland With references to her family and heritage, along with her journey as a decorated athlete, the look merged sentimental and stylish elements together. The ensemble was inspired by Robert Pruitt’s “Venus Williams” Double Portrait from 2022, a portrait of the tennis champion that was commissioned by the National Portrait Gallery. Williams’s look for the 2026 Met Gala was curated by stylist Ronald Burton III. ...

Crocs and Hello Kitty Drop Two New Clog Styles to Celebrate Friendship, Cuteness, and Spring

If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, WWD may receive an affiliate commission. It seems like Crocs is never not ideating and executing a new collaboration these days, and one of its latest is a delightful, heart-warming continuation of a partnership that started in 2023. This spring, Crocs once again teamed up with the viral, Sanrio-owned Hello Kitty franchise to transfer the anthropomorphic cat’s cheerful-and-kind personality onto its bestselling Classic Clog and Classic Platform Clog styles. Buy hello kitty x crocs View this post on Instagram Four shoes make up the recent drop, including the Hello Kitty and Friends Classic Platform Clog, which exudes coquettish energy via its gingham-printed upper; lace-trimmed sole; charms that capture the spirit of Kitty White’s friendships; other adornments like pearly beads and plushies; plus Kitty’s own visage engra...

L.J. Benet Trades Taskrabbit for Broadway in Leading Role in ‘The Lost Boys’

L.J. Benet almost missed out on his Broadway debut. The former child actor was in the stages of returning to the scene after stepping away for a few years, and had taken up work with Taskrabbit.  “I almost turned down [the audition] because I had a carpentry job that I was supposed to do,” Benet says over a Zoom call. “I told my agent, ‘Hey, I can’t do this. I have a really big job,’ and she’s like, ‘Are you stupid?’”  A year of audition tapes later, the 29-year-old got the call to come out to New York.  “They were like, ‘Welcome to ‘Lost Boys,’” he says. “I was like, ‘What are you talking about? I was just doing Taskrabbit last week.’” L.J. Benet and Ali Louis Bourzgui in “The Lost Boys.” Matthew Murphy/ Courtesy of The Lost Boys Benet leads the Broadway adaptation of the cult 1987 movie “The Lost Boys” as Michael, ...

Add a Little Flair to Everyday Dressing With a Cape

Fashion is craving fantasy again. As the reign of minimalism gives way to a more expressive mood, statement-making style is back — from oversize Jackie O-inspired sunglasses to chunky statement necklaces and animal print in every imaginable form. Sweeping in with a fresh dose of drama for everyday dressing? The return of the cape. Capes have long belonged to the world of special occasions — draped over ultraglamorous evening gowns, cut into sweeping statement coats, immortalized in Stevie Nicks’ mystical stage ensembles. But as fashion looks to bring more of that milestone magic into daily life, the once-elusive silhouette is entering a new era of wearability. No longer reserved for runways and red carpets, the cape is winning over fashion insiders for everyday dressing and special occasions alike. The modern cape revival has been building quietly on runways for several seasons. It began largely with cape-adjacent outerwear — namely the ubiquitous Toteme s...

Alo Yoga’s Anniversary Sale Just Went Live —  Featuring 30%-Off Deals on Viral Sports Bras, Tennis Dresses, and Buttery Leggings

If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, WWD may receive an affiliate commission. It’s the most wonderful time of the year for anyone who has a shameless love affair with athleisure. Alo Yoga’s fifth-ever Anniversary Sale is here, celebrating 19 whole years of dressing both everyday It-girls and celebrities such as Kendall Jenner and Bella Hadid. While Alo’s viral offerings — think butter-soft sports bras, leggings that elongate your legs and flatter every curve, as well as sporty-chic quarter-zips for transitional weather — are too pricey for comfort most of the time, its 30-percent-off sitewide sale (cheekily named Aloversary) provides the perfect excuse for stocking up on what your entire FYP is wearing these days and saving some hard-earned money while doing so. explore the anniversary sale As of the time of this writing, the Aloversary Sale can only be shopped by Alo members. Lu...

UTA Brings Its Talent Roster Out for a Pre-Met Gala Party

It was the night before the Met Gala — which meant, naturally, another night of pre-Met Gala parties. UTA returned to Nubeluz by José Andrés at The Ritz-Carlton New York, NoMad on Sunday night to host its fourth annual pre-Met soirée, an opportunity for its roster of actors, musicians, content creators, athletes and more to mix and mingle before the main event. Lisa Rinna and Charli D’Amelio were among the evening’s earliest arrivals. Tommy Dorfman set her Chanel bag atop the DJ booth to pose for photos in front of the New York skyline, visible from the floor-to-ceiling windows. Kim Turnbull and Romeo Beckham Alyssa Greenberg/WWD  ”This party started as a way to get all of our clients together that are going to Met, and bring out the brands that support them and all the stylists that work so hard to put this entire production together. It’s a ...

Samsung’s ‘The Devil Wears Prada 2’ Campaign Positions Galaxy S26 Ultra Phone as the Assistant You Didn’t Know You Needed

If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, WWD may receive an affiliate commission. After a highly publicized press tour and a slew of collaborations — from nail files to vodka — “The Devil Wears Prada 2” is finally out in the world, having released in theaters on May 1. Ahead of its long-awaited arrival, Samsung was one of the brands to enter the glitzy, high-stakes universe of Runway Magazine: unveiling an ad spot starring Helen J. Shen, who plays Andy Sachs’ assistant, Jin Chao, in the sequel (yes, she has one in her new role as head of the features department, working under Miranda Priestly once again). While the character has already managed to stir up controversy, especially in Asia where some social media users believe Chao’s demeanor, appearance, and lines feed into harmful stereotypes, Samsung’s advertisement achieves the opposite effect: positioning Shen-slash-Chao as som...