Fashion & style

Fashion & style

In our post-sneaker world, the derby has made itself known as the preferred leather shoe of choice for the stylish guy - a cool, punk-leaning middle ground between the faux-dressy sneaker-dress shoe hybrids and the excessively dorky wingtips that dominate business casual footwear. Striking a nuanced balance between formality and casualness, the derby has distinctive construction involves quarters sewn atop the vamp (the section of the shoe upper covering the forepart of your foot), resulting in an open lacing system on the shoe's upper.

A glow-up is when you boost your physical appearance with a trim, new skin care routine, or fresh manicure, but, according to Adama Sesay, a professional astrologer and author at LilithAstrology.com, it also means overhauling your confidence, skills, money, hobbies, and all-around aura. "It's when you have awakened an authentic part of yourself and are more in alignment with who you truly are - increasing your radiance and magnetism due to feeling happier," she tells Bustle.

The Air Jordan Retro 3 "El Vuelo" is more than just a sneaker drop - it's a celebration of culture, history, and community. In honor of Latino Heritage Month, WSS, a cornerstone of Latino neighborhoods for over four decades, is launching this special edition Air Jordan inspired by the legendary world of Lucha Libre. The release ties together WSS's deep connection to its community and the rich storytelling heritage of Mexican culture, making this drop one of the season's most significant sneaker events.

Howard Atelier introduces Chapter One: "The Facade You Wore," a collection that reimagines the hat as a sculptural mask, rooted in the language of performance and concealment. Each piece inhabits the liminal space between public persona and the private self, dissolving the distinction between wearer and observer. Through streamlined designs, the collection probes the tension of identity: the interplay of anonymity and expression, exposure and secrecy.

Wellington's extravagant World of WearableArt is back for 2025, including pieces by 85 finalists that showcase the some of today's most elaborate and fanciful costumes. One hundred designers from 17 countries competed for a prize pool of more than $200,000 New Zealand dollars across 25 awards. The competition culminates in an elaborate performance, with this year's top honor, known as the WOW Supreme Award, handed to design duo Dawn Mostow and Ben Gould.

Best Warm Scent for the Winter If you know anyone who likes warm scents for the colder months, this new release might just be perfect. The notes of cognac and antique wood make me feel like I'm sitting in an old home next to a roaring fire with a drink in hand. But it's not overwhelming or cloyingjust inviting. Jonathan Evans, Style Director

Two icons of menswear are coming together once again, as Brooks Brothers and eYe Junya Watanabe MAN unveil a new capsule collection for Fall/Winter 2025. This collaboration continues the creative dialogue between the American heritage label and Junya Watanabe's avant-garde aesthetic, offering a refined yet subversive approach to classic tailoring. Comprising a blazer, a trio of button-down shirts, and a pair of loose chinos, the FW25 capsule balances tradition with experimentation, presenting wardrobe staples with a distinctive twist.

Nike and Kim Kardashian's SKIMS have officially unveiled their highly anticipated NikeSKIMS debut collection, marking a new era in performance-driven apparel for women. Combining Nike 's expertise in sports innovation with SKIMS' solutions-focused design, the first collection is tailored for the modern female athlete seeking functionality without compromising style. The campaign features over 50 world-class athletes, including Serena Williams, Jordan Chiles, Chloe Kim, Sha'Carri Richardson, Nelly Korda, Madisen Skinner, Romane Dicko, and Beatriz Hatz.

"Built Like Lee" celebrates Lee's heritage, optimism and craftsmanship (the brand claims to be the first to use a zipper in jeans in the 1920s). The campaign spans connected TV, social media, in-store, influencer partnerships and out-of-home events and is the first effort produced by Lee alongside creative agency Yard. Beyond the denim itself, "Built Like Lee" spotlights the people who wear the pants - people the brand describes as future builders and go-getters.

Nike is officially expanding its Fall 2025 footwear roster with a bold new entry: the Air Force 1 Low "Realtree." This latest release fuses one of the most iconic silhouettes in sneaker history with the rugged aesthetic of Realtree camouflage, giving the Air Force 1 a fresh edge just in time for cooler weather. With its mix of heritage design and outdoor-inspired visuals, this drop is set to capture the attention of both sneakerheads and camo enthusiasts.

This year, that publication is celebrating its 40th anniversary by staying true to its DNA, though the digital revolution has pushed it to become an entertainment platform with a focus on pop culture. My daily job is to think about how we connect with the audience, how we get to more people, how we create a cover that goes viral. It's a big challenge, comments Garcia on a phone call with EL PAIS, on a pause in her busy New York Fashion Week schedule.

Catch up quick: Fast fashion makes it easy to buy cheap, trendy clothes. But some shoppers, especially those focused on sustainability, are shunning what they see as low-quality synthetics in everything from basics to luxury brands. Just this week, some Swifties were seeing red about Taylor's latest limited-edition cardigan, partly because it's made from a lot of plastic. State of play: Roughly 9,000 TikTok posts were tagged #NaturalFibers during the first half of 2025 - up more than 230% from the same time last year, according to data the platform shared with Axios.

Marie Antoinette: the Fragonard cupcake who bankrupted France with her lust for fashion and diamonds, who bottle-fed pet lambs while her people starved. No matter that, in truth, her frocks and jewels were small fry in her country's financial ruin; the optics, as we would say now, were terrible. So what if she never actually said let them eat cake history is no match for a great soundbite. But while opulence hastened Marie Antoinette's downfall, it has also brought her immortality.

This fall, people are showing their status with chunky bags, high-neck jackets, and expensive jeans. Some of the latter pieces are especially reminiscent of styles from the early 2000s. Luxury cookware and designer candles are also having a moment. Pumpkin spice lattes aren't the only stars of fall this year. Designer jackets, expensive jeans, and statement candles will also be in the spotlight throughout the 2025 autumn season. In appearance alone, these items evoke style and taste.

Investing in high-quality luggage is one of the best things you can do for yourself if you travel often, and Lo & Sons excels at thoughtfully combining fashion and function to create sustainable bags you'll love to wear. While they typically boast a (well-deserved) steep price tag, the brand is now hosting a rare Back to Business sale with up to 40 percent off top-rated purses, weekenders, and backpacks.

When I saw a man walking down Prince Street in canary yellow pants, a bright blue Aviator Nation sweatshirt, custom sneakers, and a hat that said "GOAT," I knew my wait was over. I was meeting up with Dan Ives, who isn't just a well-known tech analyst and major Tesla bull, but also something of a fashion icon. CNBC is used to guys in Brooks Brothers,but when Ives is on, it's Lilly Pulitzer blazers and lots of hot pink.

In fashion studios worldwide, a creative evolution continues to reshape print design. While some designers manipulate pixels on screens, others insist on paint-loaded brushes. This tension defines one of fashion's biggest creative developments: the shift from analogue to digital processes in print design. However, far from a simple case of replacing old with new, it's a complex dance between tradition and innovation, craftsmanship and efficiency, artistic expression and commercial demands. Some of the most influential fashion trends have balanced the old and the new. And as AI increasingly encroaches on the industry as a digital tool, how should designers navigate hybrid models to bring designs to life? Designers and fashion educators weigh in.

You can still build a streamlined packing list even if you're not shy of color and texture-just ask California-based men's fashion buyer Emily Kitts. As Kitts explains, "My style definitely doesn't lean minimal and I don't subscribe to the idea of a capsule wardrobe. However, I love saving space in my suitcase for goodies and souvenirs so I try to be strategic with my packing but still show my personality through my clothes."

Kith x adidas Football. / Kith New York streetwear powerhouse Kith has teamed up with adidas Football once again to drop their 2025 Fall collection a bold capsule that merges football performance with street-style flair. The collection, released under the Kith Football Club banner, includes jerseys, matching shorts, zip-ups, and track-inspired outerwear, with designs that nod to both football history and urban fashion. Flame motifs pay homage to the 1998 World Cup, pinstripes are laced with co-branded embroidery, and jacquard colour-blocking adds a modern edge.

At the recent AVEDA Congress show, designer and creative director Dany Vo introduced a stage environment shaped by motion graphics, typography, and visual storytelling. Acting as creative lead, Vo developed a motion-driven backdrop that interacted directly with the choreography, transforming the runway into a spatial narrative rather than a static presentation. The visuals, composed of shifting typography and organic graphic forms, were synchronized with the movement of models and garments.

I love the fact Raul Lopez trucks a few parlour palms into whichever venue he decides to show his Luar wares. It's like a piss-take on a salon setting, a nod and a wink to tropes of fanciness which, like so many other received notions and accepted ideas, Lopez seeks to gleefully invert. Why can't feathers not only smother a dress, but sprout from cuticles and eyelashes? And for all genders alike, no constraints, no boundaries.

All you need are some cleverly chic jewelry finds that are basically catnip for compliments and cost less than your last takeout order. Whether you're after main character moment earrings, gold-plated everything, or pieces that scream 'yeah, I totally had this custom made,' these Amazon gems are here to change your vibe - and your budget - forever. Time to stack, layer, and flex some major designer energy without dropping real designer cash.

Last night, Tory Burch and Architectural Digest's global editorial director, Amy Astley, welcomed friends and creatives to the Tory Burch boutique in downtown New York to toast the launch of AD at Home. Published by Rizzoli, the book spotlights residences selected from Astley's near decade at the helm of AD, celebrating the personality-filled private worlds of designers, architects, actors, artists, and others—including the impeccably tailored Southampton home of Burch herself, who Astley called one of her biggest style inspirations.

Saint Laurent has renovated its boutique in Milan with works by local artists and designers, including Gaetano Pesce and Gio Ponti. Reopening on September 20th, 2025, the retail store at Via Montenapoleone, 8, introduces a third floor for the menswear collection, which was not present in the previous interiors. Colors, materials, and textures rooted in Parisian and Milanese designs harmonize inside the space.

Seemingly taken in a studio, the Instagram photos showed the reality TV star wearing a pink triangle bra with barely any coverage. Designed like a bikini, it featured a halter neckline and a tie-back closure. She paired the slinky top with a matching skirt slung so low on her hips, it gave me Y2K low-rise PTSD (the *real* near-butt-cleavage-baring low-rise). While the number was already risqué and Jenner-esque, it was also crafted in body-hugging latex.

After performing in New York's Madison Square Garden on Thursday, Sept. 18, Dua Lipa was out and about the following morning. She attended an event downtown for Frame Reformer, where she joined not one, but two back-to-back Pilates classes to celebrate her new role as the brand's chief creative officer and co-founder. (Can confirm, as someone who attended, she didn't even break a sweat.) Later that day, she changed from her all-black workout gear to something much, much chicer - couture, no less.

Luxury streetwear brand Ryoko Rain and the six-time MLS Cup Champion LA Galaxy have unveiled a six-piece capsule collection that redefines what it means to wear team colors. Launching September 20 in-store and online September 21, the collaboration merges the club's iconic identity with Ryoko Rain's narrative-driven design aesthetic, inviting fans to experience LA Galaxy 's legacy through a lens that is equal parts stylish and symbolic.

Jackets should be lifetime investment pieces; don't fall for trends here. Get something stylish, get it on sale, but make sure it'll provide you with an easy way to level up an outfit for at least a decade. Throw the lightweight layer on over a plain T-shirt and jeans and suddenly you're the coolest guy in the room. Pair a chore coat with your favorite pair of chinos for the easiest way to achieve a laidback, Parisian-esque everyday look.

By the way, dreams come true, and you can make your dreams come true if you manifest and if you go after that goal, that north star, knowing that along the way there are going to be roadblocks and obstacles,

Amid the glitz and glam of New York Fashion Week, a surprising talking point rang sizzled to the surface: chicken fingers. Fast food chain Raising Cane's hosted an entire show designed by TikTok-famous fashion designer Joe Ando-Hirsh and inspired by breaded chicken. Bon Appétit talked to Ando-Hirsh about how he approached the task and how he's receiving the ensuing discourse. Also this week,

Off-White™ has never shied away from transforming utilitarian garments into cultural artifacts, and for Spring 2026, the brand's signature "STAFF" tee gets a fresh reinterpretation thanks to a collaboration with New York-based Brigade. Under the creative direction of Ib Kamara, the partnership brings together two distinct design philosophies, blending Off-White™'s graphic legacy with Brigade's streetwise sensibility and archival references. The result is a show shirt that feels deeply connected to both brands' DNA while marking a milestone moment:

Initially, Santini was making general wool garments. However, because of his passion for cycling, he began to focus more on sport-specific clothing, including, of course, cycling apparel. And Santini would make his mark on the cycling world. He was the first to introduce Lycra into the sport in the 1970s. Throughout the 70s and 80s, Santini Cycling continued to innovate, trying new fabrics that would decrease wind resistance and improve aerodynamics.