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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
    What Will You Wear on the First Day of the Rest of Your Life?Planning post-pandemic outfits is both exciting and scary.
  2. shopping
    The 13 Best Items to Buy From Simone Rocha’s H&M CollaborationIt’s finally here!
  3. covers
    This Vogue Cover Made HistoryPhotographer Nadine Ijewere is the first Black woman to shoot a cover for American Vogue.
  4. finer things
    A Golden-Hour GownThis Carolina Herrera dress is the physical embodiment of approximately 5:55 p.m.
  5. keeping up with the royals
    A Closer Look at Meghan Markle and Prince Harry’s Oprah OutfitsHarry wore a J.Crew suit and Meghan wore a dress by Giorgio Armani.
  6. screen time
    I Can’t Wait to Dress Like I Shop at Party CityDeck me out in marabou feathers and fringe.
  7. style
    The Fashion Industry Can’t Seem to Get Enough of Carlos NazarioThe stylist did 14 covers in 12 months.
  8. finer things
    The Color of OptimismPurple shoes feel right for spring.
  9. new yawk style
    Thank You, Dr. ZizmorThe newest fashion trend in New York is — unironically, hyper-specifically — New York itself.
  10. new yawk style
    The City Ate My ClosetAn utterly fractional sampling of some of the most-worn (and most-coveted) New York merch.
  11. screen time
    Would You Invest $76,000 on Birkenstocks Made of Birkin Bags?And other thoughts about splurging.
  12. take a bow
    Wait, Why Is Rihanna’s Fashion Brand Closing?Her luxury label, Fenty, just announced that it’s ceasing operations.
  13. finer things
    A Glistening Pair of Crystal TearsMiu Miu’s earrings aren’t as sweet as they look at first glance.
  14. screen time
    It’s Time to Play Adult Dress-Up AgainMy week in fashion inspiration.
  15. q&a
    The Stylist Everyone Wants to Work WithShe’s done the last three covers of Vogue and a big new Converse look book.
  16. finer things
    A Blazer So Pretty, You Could Hang It On Your WallAlexander McQueen’s spring collection has a personal touch.
  17. screen time
    Carrie Bradshaw’s Tutu Is BackAnd other hot takes from the fashion shows in Paris this week.
  18. couture spring 2021
    Okay, These Are Not BirkenstocksValentino’s couture show provided a jolt of glamour.
  19. fashion
    Uniqlo Commemorates New York Artist Jason PolanWith a special collaboration on the one-year anniversary of his passing.
  20. couture spring 2021
    Please Take Me to This Dreamy Destination WeddingChanel hosted a romantic affair for its spring 2021 couture show.
  21. store openings
    The RealReal Has Arrived in BrooklynTo take all your gently used Rachel Comey pants.
  22. fashion
    Thom Browne Suits Just Got Even TinierThe designer has launched a line for kids.
  23. finer things
    A Puffer Coat Meets a BlazerAnd they fall in love.
  24. screen time
    Some Fun Outfit Ideas for Ella EmhoffAnd a niche Bernie meme you might have missed.
  25. 2021 inauguration
    Who Will Be the J.Crew of the Biden Administration?Michelle Obama famously embraced the brand in the aughts. Who will get the spotlight now?
  26. 2021 inauguration
    An Encouraging Day for Democracy, and CoatsThe Republic has been damaged, but the outerwear is strong.
  27. 2021 inauguration
    Bask in the Brilliance of Amanda GormanThe 22-year-old poet was a ray of light at the inauguration.
  28. 2021 inauguration
    Now That’s a Statement Coat!Vice-president Kamala Harris wore a vibrant purple coat by Christopher John Rogers.
  29. fashion
    A New Beginning, Wrapped in a Camel CoatThe vice-president-elect wore Pyer Moss to the COVID Memorial last night.
  30. in memoriam
    Harry Brant, Troubled Society Fixture, Dies at 24The New York socialite passed away after an accidental drug overdose.
  31. screen time
    A New Dawn for BodyconAnd other trends I’ve noticed in my feed this week.
  32. hot shot
    Republican Wears ‘Censored’ Face Mask While Speaking Into Literal MicrophoneQAnon supporter Marjorie Taylor Greene wore a “censorship” face mask to deliver a speech in front of Congress.
  33. q&a
    André Leon Talley Loves the Controversial Vogue Cover“Anna Wintour made the right choice.”
  34. store closings
    A Brooklyn Style Moment Comes to an EndEven a store as influential as Bird couldn’t survive the changes wrought by online shopping and the pandemic.
  35. the bigger picture
    Another Year TogetherPhotographer Lula Hyers documented New Year’s Eve with her pod.
  36. obits
    Stella Tennant’s Family Releases Statement After Her DeathThe model died at age 50 last month.
  37. the bigger picture
    A Quiet New Year’s Eve in BaltimorePhotographer Shan Wallace takes a walk around her city.
  38. culture
    Rookie’s Popular ‘Life Skills’ Column Is BackIn the form of an eight-episode Audible podcast.
  39. the bigger picture
    A Mother and Daughter Spend New Year’s Eve Together“It was a day filled with home improvement shows, snacking, and deep conversation.”
  40. finer things
    Why Not Put a Brooch on Your Shoes?A pair of dizzying glamorous pumps from Loewe.
  41. rest in power
    A Photo Memorial for an Iconic ModelShe passed away suddenly at the age of 50 this week.
  42. collaborations
    For Kate Moss, Jewelry Is a Whole ‘Mood’The supermodel collaborated with the French brand Messika on a personal collection.
  43. finer things
    What Song Would These Shoes Dance To?Just imagine a playlist for now.
  44. screen time
    Are You Starting to Get Sick of Practical Clothes?Because I definitely am.
  45. miss u
    A Drunk Text From Your Black TightsThey really miss you. Will you take them back?
  46. advent calendar 2020
    Gift of the Day: A Sweater That Will Never Go Out of StyleThe Agnès B. snap cardigan is a low-key classic.
  47. out of the box
    Chickens and SchiaparelliPhotographer Olivia Bee plays with fashion on her Oregon ranch.
  48. ch-ch-changes
    Anna Wintour Just Got Even More PowerfulOne chief content officer to rule them all.
  49. finer things
    A Candy Necklace, But Make it LuxuryIrene Neuwirth reinterprets a childhood classic.
  50. covers
    A Beautiful Way to Start the WeekPaloma Elsesser covers Vogue in a shoot styled by Gabriella Karefa-Johnson.
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