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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. store openings
    Behold: A 60-Foot-Tall Chanel NecklaceNo expense was spared for the brand’s New York flagship renovation.
  2. beyhive
    Beyoncé Cuts Ties With Topshop ChairmanFollowing his #MeToo scandal.
  3. ch-ch-changes
    Victoria’s Secret Chief Executive ResignsFollowing heated controversy regarding insensitive comments toward trans models.
  4. skateboarding
    Jonah Hill Says It’s Okay to Try Hard“I’m on a path to really loving myself as a person.”
  5. wonderland
    John Mayer’s Evil Hangover Changed Him“Okay, John, what percentage of your potential would you like to have?”
  6. what is fashion
    What Does ‘Preppy’ Look Like in 2018?As emerging brands offer their own take on the style, prep is starting to look downright progressive.
  7. questionable
    This Interview With the Minds Behind Victoria’s Secret Is … Really SomethingIt covers topics such as representation, #MeToo, and the brand’s competitors.
  8. redux
    Marc Jacobs Remakes the ‘Grunge’ Collection That Got Him FiredIn a new capsule collection 25 years later.
  9. vogue fashion fund
    When Anna Wintour Opens Her RolodexAt 15, the CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund can give young designers a boost – if they’re lucky.
  10. cardi b
    Cardi B’s Sneaker Contract Is a Big DealAs the new face of Reebok, she joins the ranks of Missy Elliott, Gigi Hadid, and Ariana Grande.
  11. what is fashion
    An Instagrammer Was Sued for ‘Failure to Influence.’ I Can Sympathize.How hard can it be to post a couple Instagram photos? Strangely difficult, it turns out.
  12. Oh Em Gee, dELiA*s Is Back!See every look from the dELiA*s by Dolls Kill revival collection.
  13. supreme
    19 Faces of Trump’s Accusers, Now on One Supreme ShirtIncluding Stormy Daniels.
  14. hard to say goodbye
    Cult-Favorite Clothing Store Creatures of Comfort Is ClosingA fond farewell to designer flare pants.
  15. sleaze-lebrities
    Justin Bieber and Post Malone Demonstrate How to Slide Into FallTwo ways to wear “sleaze slides” in the cold.
  16. turt watch
    This Turtleneck Is So Good, It Might Make You Ditch UniqloGasp!
  17. why why why
    Kanye West Is Embroiled in Right-Wing T-Shirt DramaDid he help design merch asking black people to leave the Democratic party?
  18. catwalk
    This Stray Cat Walking a Fashion Runway Is a True IconA star is born.
  19. what is fashion
    A Good Halloween Hack: Just Be FancyFor when you don’t feel like being sexy, and want to avoid death.
  20. cat lady
    Grace Coddington’s Collaboration With Louis Vuitton Is the Cat’s PajamasWith purr-fect bags, sneakers, bucket hats, and more.
  21. upcycling
    See How Public School Recycled Used Eileen Fisher ClothesThe two brands came together for an unlikely, but sustainable collaboration.
  22. red carpet
    Dakota Johnson Looks Bloody Good in the New CelineThe actress wore a dress by Hedi Slimane to the Suspiria premiere.
  23. runway
    H&M and Jeremy Scott Have a Very Shiny Gift for YouAffordable Moschino!
  24. good dogs
    Now Is the Time to Dress Your Dog in Fashion NovaThe brand is offering sexy Halloween costumes for pets.
  25. parties!
    Dolce & Gabbana Brings Together Stylish New York Philanthropists and MillennialsAt The Boys’ Club of New York 70th Annual Fall Dance.
  26. just like us
    Mary-Kate Olsen’s Phone Background Is Shockingly AverageIt’s a cute photo of her and her husband.
  27. merch
    What Do Bernie Sanders, Balenciaga, and Burrata Have in Common?They all inspired this best-selling T-shirt.
  28. fashion
    Rebel Wilson Wore Givenchy Couture, Just Like Meghan MarkleThis was designer Clare Waight Keller’s first plus-size couture dress for the brand.
  29. retail therapy
    Ariana Grande Spotted in Soho Carrying Two Enormous Chanel bagsMeanwhile, Pete Davidson did stand-up comedy.
  30. video
    Exclusive: Watch Rihanna’s Savage X Fenty Fall Campaign VideoIt’s deeply Bad Gal.
  31. good deed
    Cardi B Gave Away Free Coats in Brooklyn Last NightAlas, they were not Fashion Nova.
  32. lol-oween
    Justin Bieber Ponders Being a Sexy Circus Ringmaster for HalloweenRelatable.
  33. queen bey
    Beyoncé Wears Rachel Comey, Combines All Our InterestsBlessed.
  34. turns out it’s pretty good
    How to Extend Your Star Is Born Thirst by Over 100 HoursTurns out Nashville is pretty good.
  35. women and power
    Maria Grazia Chiuri Is Learning to See Fashion Through Her Daughter’s EyesDior’s first female artistic director talks power.
  36. parties!
    Michael Kors and Anna Wintour Honor Those With Golden HeartsAt the annual God’s Love We Deliver fundraising event.
  37. power suits
    Lady Gaga Had a Really Good Reason for Her Oversize SuitIt deserves another look.
  38. what is fashion
    What Even Is a Going-Out Top Anymore?An investigation.
  39. condé nast
    Hey, the New Editor-in-Chief of Teen Vogue Looks FamiliarShe’s our girl!
  40. pop-ups
    Where to Get a Winter Coats That Absolutely Won’t Look Like Anyone Else’sShop Moncler’s new Soho pop-up while you still can.
  41. met gala 2019
    Next Year’s Met Gala Is Going to Be the Most FunThe theme is camp!!!
  42. career moves
    Here’s What Jenna Lyons Is Doing NextAfter leaving J.Crew in 2017.
  43. twinning
    This Freaky Friday Sequel Looks AmazingJamie, Jamie, Jamie. Timothée, Timothée, Timothée.
  44. q&a
    Fran Lebowitz Weighs in on the Tiny Sunglasses TrendChatting with New York City’s unofficial eyewear authority.
  45. what is fashion
    Lady Gaga’s Style in A Star Is Born Is Remarkably UnremarkableJust like her “no makeup” makeup.
  46. trend report
    The 11 Most Delightfully Absurd Trends of Fashion MonthFrom tool belts to giant bags to going out wearing only your underwear.
  47. fashion week
    These Fashion Sneakers Will Get You Hyped for Next SpringFashion Week isn’t just about clothes.
  48. model behavior
    Gisele Bündchen Believes Avocados Belong in PieWould you eat her version of dessert?
  49. review
    Celine, Against All OddsThe reactions to Hedi Slimane’s debut have been mixed, but require a closer look.
  50. what is fashion
    Fashion at a Time Like ThisAs America watched Christine Blasey Ford testify, the Paris runways marched on.
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