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Style Points is a weekly column about how fashion intersects with the wider world. “An accidental activist.” That’s how Phillip Lim describes himself. Later, he amends this: “I just call myself activated.” But the “accidental” part, at least, could apply to much of Lim’s life trajectory. He also considers himself to be “an accidental designer,”

A quick word of caution before we swan dive into an Olympic-size swimming pool of the most complimented cologne offerings available to you right now. No, it’s not to advise you against diving into cologne-filled pools, though… sure. That too. It’s to give you a friendly reminder that fragrances are entirely subjective. What’s going to

It goes without saying that Amal Clooney, a political activist, powerhouse barrister in international law, and mother—who’s married to a very famous man—is a changemaker in her own right. To quote Tina Fey’s monologue at the 2015 Golden Globes, where Amal’s husband, George Clooney, received the AFI Life Achievement Award, she’s “worked on the Enron

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First came Fendi, then came Arnaldo Pomodoro. The famed Italian sculptor was born just a year after the historic Italian fashion house that has taken inspiration from his work over a decade-long relationship. Now Fendi is celebrating the interplay between the two with Arnaldo Pomodoro: The Great Theatre of Civilizations, an exhibition of the artist’s

Forget about hippies, sophisticated men understand the power of the best patchouli colognes. As a note, it’s rich, woody, and a little bit spicy with enough drama to stand on its own. Though it’s most often associated with the free-love era of the 1960s thanks to an earthy, sweet profile, it was once valued as

Tom Cruise and Shakira spent some time together at Formula 1’s Miami Grand Prix over the weekend, but Shakira isn’t about to date Cruise. Shortly after Page Six reported that Cruise had romantic interest in Shakira, a source told Us Weekly that the feelings are not mutual for the single singer. “Shakira had a great

Artistry takes time to acquire, but the best tattoo ink is available for professionals and amateurs alike. Whether you’re inking a sweeping masterpiece or tiny details, creating permanent art on the skin is no trivial enterprise. You need the very best tools at your disposal, from numbing creams to quality tattoo lotions—but especially killer tattoo

As someone who lives for a good sale section, Memorial Day weekend (which falls on May 27-29 this year, just FYI) is one of my favorite times to shop. Timed right at the turn of the season, it’s the ideal time to score big on coats, cashmere sweaters, and other cold-weather essentials you’ll thank yourself

Once I turned 30, me and my skinny wrists decided it was time to buy a luxury timepiece. It was a celebratory moment—only slightly dampened by having to remove so many links that I was frightened the watch was going to disintegrate into my hand. But gents, a tiny ticker is nothing to be ashamed

Spoilers below for the entirety of Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story. “Are there any signs?” These words, spoken by Princess Augusta (Michelle Fairley) to her son, King George (Corey Mylchreest), upon the birth of his own son in the finale of Netflix’s Queen Charlotte, are intended to sound familiar. Not everyone who binges the elegant

Finding a great pair of underwear is hard, but it can be especially challenging if you’re a hefty dude. Well, the quest for the best underwear for big men stops here. Say goodbye to waistbands that pinch belly fat, legs that surreptitiously rise, and fabric that sags with sweat and wear. Enter the best underwear

Embrace color, movement, and the joyful vibes of the Caribbean—particularly dancehall parties such as Trinidad and Tobago’s Sunday School, where patrons’ looks are legendary—with oversize accessories that match the high-energy fashions. Top, $915, scarf, $420, wedges, $1,220, Pucci. Shorts, handbags, from $3,850, Louis Vuitton. Hat, Noel Stewart, $336. Hoop earrings, Jennifer Fisher, $495.Sharif Hamza Left:

I’m all for safe footwear on the job site, but what’s the point if your feet hurt? Without a doubt, the most comfortable steel toe shoes are a must. Most good work shoes have safety features, but it’s harder to find a pair that feels like you’re walking on clouds. Whether you stand all day,

After an extended break, Bravo’s hit fashion competition series Project Runway is returning for its 20th anniversary season to deliver nostalgia, inspiration, and—dare we forget it—$250,000 to the winner, courtesy of Pilot FriXion Erasable Pens. But this year’s slate of designers will look familiar to longtime fans of the show, as 14 past competitors make

For the fashionably-minded among us, it’s easy to forget that denim was originally invented for labor. The best work jeans for men are specifically designed to be comfortable and durable but can also transition into trendy territory. Some of the best denim brands on the planet, like Lee, Carhartt, and Levi’s, exist in that streetwear

There’s something about Louis Vuitton and bridges. The brand memorably hosted its cruise 2018 show in Kyoto, at the wondrous Miho Museum, with models emerging from the mountains to walk down a suspension bridge, and now, in 2023, it decamped to Seoul to use the city’s Jamsugyo Bridge as its backdrop. Maybe it’s the way