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Danya Issawi is the Cut's fashion news writer. She previously worked across the newsroom at the New York Times, including on the “Style” desk and the Pulitzer Prize-winning COVID-tracking team.

  1. met gala 2023
    Will Choupette Walk the Carpet, and More Met Gala 101Everything you need to know about fashion’s Oscars this year.
  2. sustainability
    How a Shopping Addiction Became a Hoarding ProblemLana Saint Clair found herself living among 4,000 pieces of clothing she’d thrifted with the intention of reselling. Instead, they took over her life.
  3. parties!
    I Had Breakfast at Tiffany’sI basically just scarfed down a mini-bagel at the new flagship.
  4. coachella
    Jeff Bezos Attempts to Blend in at CoachellaHow do you do, fellow kids?
  5. succession
    The Official Succession Merch SucksAnd the influencers got all the good stuff.
  6. do i need this?
    The New K18 Hair Oil You NeedIt’s a three-in-one product for pre- and post-styling — need I say more?
  7. succession
    Actually, That Burberry Bag Was a Perfect PropSuccession’s season-four premiere undermined the Burberry empire in one swift monologue.
  8. beyoncé
    Beyoncé Does Everything But Release Renaissance Visuals. Even Designing Couture.The superstar has co-designed a high-fashion line for Balmain alongside Olivier Rousteing.
  9. oscars 2023
    Best, Wackiest, and Most Camouflaged Looks From the Oscars Red CarpetA Champagne carpet proved to have some Champagne styling problems!
  10. q&a
    15 Glorious, Chaotic Minutes With Drew BarrymoreIn which she shares the secret to happiness and gives a brief bathroom tour.
  11. paris fashion week fall 2023
    Mother Cain Walked Miu Miu. (So Now I Want Miu Miu.)Ethel Cain, Mia Goth, Zaya Wade, and Emma Corrin brought their star power (and a busy stance) to the Miu Miu runway.
  12. paris fashion week fall 2023
    Remember That Spray-on Dress? This Season, Another Magic Show.During Paris Fashion Week, Anrealage used technology to make colors appear.
  13. 5 questions with…
    Shygirl Is Anything But ShyThe artist, a Ferragamo muse, chats about fashion, femininity, and new music.
  14. wtf
    This Man Does Not Deserve to Be This CozyHand over the fuzzy pants, Brad.
  15. fashion
    Alexander Wang Holds His First Show In New York Since Sexual-Assault AllegationsThe designer attempted a comeback in the city with an off-calendar presentation.
  16. copenhagen fashion week
    9 Things I Learned at Copenhagen Fashion WeekScandinavian style and its purveyors might be onto something!
  17. power
    What to Know About the Protests in IranSince Mahsa Amini’s death, Iranian forces have killed more than 500 protesters, including women and children.
  18. grammys 2023
    The Best, Wackiest, and Most Tin Man–Like Looks From the Grammys Red CarpetNo, Beyoncé did not walk the carpet, but Cardi B, Harry Styles, Lizzo, and Taylor Swift arrived in their sparkliest outfits.
  19. spring fashion
    Ella Emhoff’s Other Plus OneHer always-present Secret Service detail.
  20. couture spring 2023
    About Those Animal Heads at the Schiaparelli ShowNo, they weren’t real; yes, everyone is upset anyway.
  21. life after roe
    This Calendar Supports Your Right to an AbortionToday, HommeGirls launched a calendar featuring art by Jenny Holzer and a foreword by Paloma Elsesser.
  22. golden globes 2023
    Best, Worst, and Most Germaphobic Looks From the Golden GlobesSo many gloves.
  23. but why though
    Did Gwen Stefani Really Just Say ‘I’m Japanese’?The Italian-Irish American former Hollaback Girl is, to our knowledge, not.
  24. resolutions
    If You Need Me in 2023, I’ll Be Living Life on ‘Do Not Disturb’There is no bliss quite like turning off all notifications.
  25. parties!
    Evan Mock, Helena Christensen, and More of the Bestest Party Pics This WeekPeople actually left their homes!
  26. 5 questions with…
    Even Kacey Musgraves Gets Shy SometimesBut she worked up the courage to say hi to Cher.
  27. 5 questions with…
    Fame Hasn’t Changed Sydney Sweeney (That Much)She still likes old cars and hangs out with her dog, Tank. Now, she just does so in Miu Miu.
  28. the white lotus
    Where the Hell Did Tanya’s Heels Go in the White Lotus Finale?Shoes with an ankle strap like that are never coming off!
  29. parties!
    Crying Into My Chanel Handkerchief at MoMAGuillermo del Toro was honored by the fashion house and art museum last night, and, yes, I cried.
  30. holiday dressing
    Wearing an Opulent Outfit at Home Is the Superior Way to Spend New Year’s EveWhat to wear while spending the holiday in the comfort of your own company.
  31. self
    There Could Be Bacteria in Your Fancy Laundress DetergentThe luxury detergent line is facing a class-action lawsuit and recalled products that it found may contain elevated levels of bacteria.
  32. how i get it done
    Aurora James Is Too Busy For This InterviewThe Brother Vellies designer talks 80-hour workweeks, supporting Black entrepreneurs, and wearing Issey Miyake to the gym.
  33. ch-ch-changes
    Alessandro Michele Confirmed Out at GucciThe creative director, who transformed the brand into a more playful, quirky, and gender-fluid version of itself, is exiting after almost eight years.
  34. friendship
    Weekly Movie Dates Are Keeping My Winter Blues at Bay’Tis the season to run from sadness.
  35. fashion
    At the Mugler Opening, a Party and a ProtestAs guests filed in to the VIP exhibition opening at the Brooklyn Museum, its employees picketed for better wages outside.
  36. parties!
    Sydney Sweeney, Emily Ratajkowski, and More of the Bestest Party Pics This WeekSome of the most eye-catching looks from about town this week.
  37. beauty
    What We Know About Nikita Dragun’s ArrestThe trans beauty influencer was reportedly held in a men’s unit after her arrest at a Miami hotel.
  38. fashion
    Drake and 21 Savage Are Getting Sued Over Their Fake Vogue CoverIt looks like Condé Nast didn’t appreciate the promotional stunt.
  39. my biggest setback
    It’s Hard to Be the FirstBloomi founder Rebecca Alvarez on how history-making success doesn’t come easy — even after you already have it.
  40. tis the season
    Goop and Poop Go Hand in Hand, I GuessGwyneth Paltrow’s gift guide recommends feces.
  41. minding our business
    Actually, Quitting Can Be a Very Good ChoiceLauren Kleinman had it all until she thought, This is the last Monday meeting I’m going to go to. She runs her own meetings now.
  42. 5 questions with…
    Imaan Hammam Is Focused on FamilyIn a new collection with Port Tanger, the supermodel taps into inspiration from her family and heritage.
  43. fashion friend
    How Do I Practice Hygge With My Closet?Personal style merging with personal coziness is crucial for remaining somewhat okay this winter.
  44. fashion
    Is The Row Worth a Five-Hour Wait?According to those who waited in line at the sample sale, yes.
  45. culture
    We’re in the Middle of a Palestinian Breakthrough on TVWatching Mo and Ramy take on Palestinian American culture brought me heartache — and relief.
  46. fashion
    Sometimes, Fashion Does GoodMichael Kors partners with creatives to combat food scarcity.
  47. parties!
    Microdosing Opulence at the Hermès Block PartyThe Parisian fashion giant celebrated the opening of its new flagship store in New York.
  48. fashion
    Is There Trouble Between Anna Wintour and Edward Enninful?A new report from the Daily Beast hints at unrest between the Vogue editor and her protégé.
  49. how i get it done
    How Manicurist Jin Soon Choi Gets It Done During Fashion Week“If one hour before the show we still have models to do, my heart starts pounding. I want everything done without any delay or drama.”
  50. fashion
    Seeing Double at GucciAs a tribute to his mother, Alessandro Michele cast all twin models.
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