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Emilia Petrarca is a freelance fashion writer and a former senior fashion writer at the Cut, where she has covered style for more than five years. She was previously an associate features editor at W magazine.

  1. screen time
    Wait, Brandy Melville Sells Olive Oil???It’s true. But why?
  2. finer things
    Irresistibly Sweet Bubblegum BallerinasA fun transitional shoe to get you from spring to summer.
  3. merch
    I’ll Have What He’s HavingJake Gyllenhaal looks smoking hot while promoting smoked fish.
  4. career
    When Your Business Is 100 Years Older Than YouMei Lum is the fifth-generation owner of Wing On Wo & Co., the oldest store in Chinatown.
  5. finer things
    Chanel Jewels Fit for a QueenNow is the time for statement earrings.
  6. screen time
    When Did Wearing a Bathing Suit Get So Complicated?TikTok bikini hacks are both genius and totally bonkers.
  7. drops
    Great News for Gorp GirlsArc’teryx is launching its Veilance line for women.
  8. costumes
    The Most Important Costumes in Halston Are the Black TurtlenecksThey were the designer’s signature look.
  9. memory lane
    Life As a HalstonettePat Cleveland shares the true story behind Netflix’s new miniseries.
  10. finer things
    Outside Shoes Are BackThese shiny Mary Janes are meant to be seen.
  11. screen time
    Forget Pods. Bring Back the Entourage!Halston always surrounded himself with glamorous people, and frankly, it’s inspiring.
  12. red carpet
    Three Very Hot Businesswomen Crashed the BRIT AwardsOh, wait, that’s HAIM!
  13. finer things
    There’s No Such Thing As Too Much ColorEspecially when it comes to accessories.
  14. hot shot
    A Pair of Enormous Pants Went on a WalkWith Diane Keaton and her dog.
  15. screen time
    Extremely Specific Talking Points for When You Reenter SocietyHolding a good conversation is a little like putting together a good outfit.
  16. resort 2022
    Chanel Does Its Own Version of Warped Tour StyleFishnets and lots of black are on the menu for Cruise 2022.
  17. covers
    Billie Eilish Trades Her Oversize T-Shirts for a Corset“I’ve literally never done anything in this realm at all,” she told British Vogue.
  18. what to watch
    A Climate Show That’s Not All Doom and GloomIntroducing All of the Above from Sophia Li and Céline Semaan.
  19. oscars 2021
    I Could Talk About This Jumpsuit ForeverA conversation with LaKeith Stanfield’s stylist about his Oscars look.
  20. in memoriam
    The Fashion World Mourns the Death of Alber ElbazThe beloved designer died of COVID-19 this weekend.
  21. good times
    Remember Party Photos?A look back at Chanel’s iconic pre-Oscars party.
  22. oscars 2021
    The Oscars Dress Code Is Kind of a BummerIn a moment of change, why not allow guests to get a little experimental?
  23. screen time
    The Best Fashion Instagrams, Tweets, and TikToks of the WeekPlus a vintage fringe skirt, a designer dog carrier, and some funky jeans.
  24. screen time
    What Do We Do With Bad Clothing Memories?Unearthing spring clothes brings up a lot of other stuff, too.
  25. linking and building
    The Rumors Are True: Gucci and Balenciaga Have Joined ForcesWell, this feels new.
  26. rock on
    This Designer Merch Is HardcoreBalenciaga just dropped a Rammstein capsule collection.
  27. fashion
    What Would a Gucci-Balenciaga Collaboration Look Like?And can we call it “Balucci”?
  28. met gala 2021
    The Met Gala Is Back in BusinessIt will take place in September (only a little smaller), kicking off a historic, two-part exhibition.
  29. finer things
    A Big Hat for Your Huge BrainGo beyond the bucket hat this spring.
  30. screen time
    Lindsay Bluth’s Style Is Actually Perfect for This MomentHer unhinged, over-the-top attitude is exactly what I’m going for this spring.
  31. fashion
    Kate Moss Is Getting Into the NFT GameThe supermodel is selling three videos of herself that capture intimate moments in time.
  32. shopping
    What 8 Stylish People Have in Their Shopping Carts for SpringFrom sandals to tank tops.
  33. finer things
    A Hybrid Shoe for Hybrid TimesIs it a pump? A clog? A telephone?
  34. virtual red carpet
    A Case for Black-Tie PajamasAnd other standout (virtual) red-carpet looks from the 2021 SAG Awards.
  35. tech talk
    Everything You Need to Know to Make it Through a Conversation About NFTsThey’re almost unavoidable at this point, so here’s a handy explainer.
  36. screen time
    Can Fashion Make Me Stop Slouching?After a year of sitting, I’m looking for items that will help me stand a little taller.
  37. what to watch
    The Traditional Makeover Show Gets a MakeoverIn Shine True, Richie Shazam and Lucas Silveira help trans and nonbinary young adults become their brightest selves.
  38. emerging designers
    Here Are 20 Young Designers You Should KnowThe 2021 LVMH Prize selected its semifinalists.
  39. stunts
    These Cursed ‘Satan Shoes’ Raised HellLil Nas X collaborated on a pair of sneakers that allegedly contain a drop of human blood.
  40. finer things
    Even Your Accessories Can Have AccessoriesFendi designed a silk handbag veil.
  41. screen time
    Wait, Should I Have a Secret Account for Fit Pics?The appeal of the fashion finsta.
  42. vaxxie
    Now THIS Is a Vaxx OutfitMarc Jacobs set the bar high.
  43. in memoriam
    Elsa Peretti’s Designs Were the Life of the PartyA closer look at some of her greatest hits.
  44. finer things
    Put Some Spring in Your StepWith these Prada slingback pumps.
  45. screen time
    Some Tips for Buying a Miniskirt OnlineSet your legs free after a year of sitting.
  46. the matrix
    This Influencer Conspiracy Will Make You Question EverythingIf we can’t trust mirror pics, what can we trust??
  47. store openings
    Finally! Rachel Comey Will Open a Pop-Up Shop In BrooklynThe brand’s temporary shop will be located in the old Bird space.
  48. what to watch
    Exclusive: A New Netflix Show Tells the Story of the Clothes We KeepWorn Stories is an adaptation of Emily Spivack’s best-selling books.
  49. finer things
    Elegant Gloves, Just for FunA micro-trend from the runway.
  50. red carpet
    The Best, Worst, and Loudest Looks at the 2021 GrammysWherever they are, no matter the circumstances, Grammys nominees always turn it up.
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