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What's Behind the Return of Matte Lips?

Back in 2015, matte lips had a major moment: Kylie Cosmetics Lip Kits were a coveted status symbol, Kat Von D's Everlasting Liquid Lipstick had beauty YouTubers in a chokehold and nearly every major makeup brand was riding the liquid matte lipstick wave. Then, post-pandemic, the beauty pendulum ... Continue reading * This article was originally published here

We Already Know the Trending Color of 2027

As the conversations around Mocha Mousse finally calm down, leading consumer trend forecaster WGSN and its sister company, Coloro, initiate a whole new wave of "Color of the Year" dialogue. No need to panic shop, though. This trending color isn't predicted to kick in until...2027. On Tuesday, ... Continue reading * This article was originally published here

I Went to Nashville and All I Got Were These Beautiful Cowboy Boots

Editors' Picks are the Fashionista team's true (#notspon) fashion and beauty obsessions, handpicked by professionals who see it all.  If you know me, or have just seen the way I dress, you probably would never expect to find me wearing a pair of cowboy boots. I never really expected this of ... Continue reading * This article was originally published here

Must Read: Julien's Auctions To Hold Largest Sale of Princess Diana's Wardrobe, Badgley Mischka Acquired in Joint Venture

These are the stories making headlines in fashion on Friday. Julien's Auctions is holding "Princess Diana's Style & A Royal Collection," the largest-ever auction of Princess Diana's fashion with a collection of more than 200 pieces, on Thursday, June 26 at 10 a.m. PT (1 p.m. ET) at The ... Continue reading * This article was originally published here

ICYMI: Inside Buru's Los Angeles Factory, Third-Party Certifications for Beauty Brands & Pedro Pascal's Trans Rights T-Shirt

In case you missed them, we've rounded up our most popular stories of the week to help you stay in the loop. No need to thank us — just toast a honey lavender latte in our honor when you're discussing who did what over your lemon muffins. Homepage Photo: Courtesy of Buru Fashionista's audience ... Continue reading * This article was originally published here

It's Trench Coat Season — These 34 Styles Are Ideal for Transitional Weather

The most complicated time of year for getting dressed is here. Some days it feels like we're back in December, reaching for a plush puffer coat; other days, temperatures rise so high, you're trying not to let the existential threat of climate change ruin your week. But then, there are the ... Continue reading * This article was originally published here

More Beauty Brands Are Investing in Third-Party Certifications — Is it Worth it?

When Amy Liu launched skin-care and makeup brand Tower 28 in 2019, earning the Seal of Acceptance from the National Eczema Association was a non-negotiable. As someone with chronic eczema herself, Liu wanted her community to know they could fully trust the brand's formulas. "From the beginning, I ... Continue reading * This article was originally published here

The Skort Is This Summer's Most Functional Trend

Congrats, you've made it to mini skirt season. But this year, a more practical sibling — the skort — is stealing the spotlight. Offering the look of a skirt with the comfort and coverage of shorts, skorts are a smart way to lean into leggy trends (like micro minis) without the risk of a wardrobe ... Continue reading * This article was originally published here

Crown Affair and Éliou Partnered to Make the Beachy Accessories I Need This Summer

Editors' Picks are the Fashionista team's true (#notspon) fashion and beauty obsessions, handpicked by professionals who see it all. Spring seems to finally be spring-ing, and I'm turning my attention to my warm-weather wardrobe. I typically focus on the basics: a versatile, lightweight dress; a ... Continue reading * This article was originally published here

Meet Shirin, Shida and Shideh Kaviani, Co-Founders of Naked Wardrobe, Live on the Fashionista Network

Brooke here. I'm so excited to share that I'll be joining Shirin, Shida and Shideh Kaviani, the three sisters behind Naked Wardrobe, on The Fashionista Network. But here's the best part: I want you to join me! It's your opportunity to interact live with us, ask questions and be part of the ... Continue reading * This article was originally published here

Must Read: The Story Behind Conner Ives' 'Protect the Dolls' T-Shirt, PerfumeTok Criticizes Boy Smells Rebrand

These are the stories making headlines in fashion on Friday. The night before his February runway show, designer Conner Ives took some transfer paper and quickly made a now-iconic shirt that read, "Protect the Dolls," with "dolls" referring to trans women. Since wearing the shirt at his show, Ives ... Continue reading * This article was originally published here

ICYMI: Jonathan Anderson Heads To Dior, Duran Lantink Joins Jean Paul Gaultier & Chromat Goes On Hiatus

In case you missed them, we've rounded up our most popular stories of the week to help you stay in the loop. No need to thank us — just toast a white chocolate mocha in our honor when you're discussing who did what over your peanut butter banana toast. Homepage Photo: Pascal Le Segretain/Getty ... Continue reading * This article was originally published here

Doechii's Stylist Agrees: She's a Fashion Icon in the Making

When Law Roach gives you high praise, you know you're on the right track, sartorially speaking.  "I think that Doechii is doing a really good job of playing all these characters and making us fall in love with not just the music, but her personal style," the self-described "image architect" ... Continue reading * This article was originally published here

The Rumors Are True: Jonathan Anderson Is Going to Dior (Men)

For months, the fashion industry has been playing an accelerated game of creative director musical chairs. Today, another chair has been filled — sort of. British designer Jonathan Anderson is reportedly working on the Dior Men Summer 2026 collection, the brand confirmed. He succeeds Kim ... Continue reading * This article was originally published here

Fashion History Lesson: The Evolution of American Clothing Manufacturing

This story originally ran on Fashionista in 2017. There's a certain prestige that comes with fashion that is "Made in the U.S.A.", and marketing departments obviously know that the designation has yuuuuge selling power. The ubiquity of fashion brands touting their allegiance to American ... Continue reading * This article was originally published here

Inside Paloma Wool's First Permanent Store in New York City

Paloma Wool is setting up shop in New York — for good. The Spanish label, known for its cozy knits and slinky sets, has permanently returned to the heart of SoHo. After staging multiple pop-ups at 425 Broome St., the 4,000-square foot space has been reimagined with new decor, including custom ... Continue reading * This article was originally published here

RPZL: A Celebrity-Approved Hair Extensions and Accessories Brand Offering Clip-Ins and Claw Clips

Brand Bio is Fashionista's guide to the best independent fashion and beauty brands — a resource for retailers, job seekers, B2B companies and consumers alike. If you'd like your brand to be featured, fill out this form. RPZLHeadquarters: New York, NYE-commerce: rpzl.comSocial Media: Instagram / ... Continue reading * This article was originally published here

Must Read: Ambush Founders Re-Acquire Brand, Boy Smells Rebrands

These are the stories making headlines in fashion on Friday. Tokyo-based fashion label Ambush's founders Yoon and Verbal have reacquired full ownership of the company. The decision to reacquire Ambush and take the brand independent secures complete creative autonomy and strategic ... Continue reading * This article was originally published here

ICYMI: Prada Group Buys Versace, 2025 Fashion Trust U.S. Award Winners & Luxury Beauty Buyers Predict Spring Trends

In case you missed them, we've rounded up our most popular stories of the week to help you stay in the loop. No need to thank us — just toast a strawberry lemonade in our honor when you're discussing who did what over your breakfast burritos. Homepage Photo: Michel Dufour/WireImage Tune into The ... Continue reading * This article was originally published here

Must Read: Fashion Stocks Rise After Tariff Pause, Reformation Accused of Cultural Appropriation

These are the stories making headlines in fashion on Thursday. Donald Trump put a 90-day pause on all the sweeping, country-specific tariffs he imposed last week, except for China, leading to many fashion stocks rising on Wednesday. Instead of the heftier duties Trump originally announced, many of ... Continue reading * This article was originally published here

Luxury Beauty Buyers Predict Spring's Biggest Trends

CEOs, brand founders and formulators are just a few of the power players in the business of beauty. But an often overlooked group is the retail buyers, who are the true gatekeepers in the space. These days, everyone is paying attention to beauty shelves, from mass retailers to indie shops. With all ... Continue reading * This article was originally published here

The Mid-Price Shoe Brands Making Chic, High-Quality Footwear More Accessible

Not unlike the handbag market, designer footwear was long dominated by European luxury houses, resulting in the perception that beautifully made shoes could only be found at ultra-high prices accessible to the 1%. Sure, the rest of us could find lower-quality, mass-produced alternatives, but in the ... Continue reading * This article was originally published here

Priya Ahluwalia's Guide to Building a Fashion Business

The following is an exclusive excerpt of an interview with designer Priya Ahluwalia, from Carolyn Dailey's new book, "The Creative Entrepreneur, A Guide to Building a Successful Creative Business From Industry Titans," available for purchase here. Reprinted by permission of Carolyn Dailey, 2025. My ... Continue reading * This article was originally published here

This Versatile Linen Shirt Dress Makes Me Want to Book a Vacation Right Now

Editors' Picks are the Fashionista team's true (#notspon) fashion and beauty obsessions, handpicked by professionals who see it all. I've been a longtime subscriber of Rent the Runway's monthly clothing rental plan, and there's a lot I love about it: I get to test-drive trends I'm not quite sure ... Continue reading * This article was originally published here

Must Read: Bread Beauty Supply Acquired by Topicals Founder's Holding Company, London Fashion Week Cancels June Edition

These are the stories making headlines in fashion on Friday. Hair-care brand Bread Beauty Supply has been acquired by Cost of Doing Business (CODB), a holding company created by Topicals founder Olamide Olowe and Topicals President Sochima Mbadugha. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed. ... Continue reading * This article was originally published here

ICYMI: 2025 LVMH Prize Finalists, LYS Beauty's 8-Figure Funding & Our March Beauty Picks

In case you missed them, we've rounded up our most popular stories of the week to help you stay in the loop. No need to thank us — just toast an iced lavender matcha latte in our honor when you're discussing who did what over your blueberry Greek yogurt. Homepage Photo: Courtesy of LVMH Prize Tune ... Continue reading * This article was originally published here

How Rok Hwang Went From Star Design Student to Showing at Paris Fashion Week

In our long-running series, "How I'm Making It," we talk to people making a living in the fashion and beauty industries about how they broke in and found success. Rokh founder Rok Hwang's journey to becoming the accomplished fashion designer he is today is nothing short of impressive. After ... Continue reading * This article was originally published here

How Much Does Your Fashion Job Pay?

Do you think you're making the amount you deserve? If you work in fashion, our annual fashion salary report can help you make that determination. Of course, the more data we have the better, so please take two minutes to fill out our survey below (and send it to your friends and colleagues!). ... Continue reading * This article was originally published here

This Luxury Storage Company Is Getting Brands and Consumers to Protect Fashion Like Fine Art

Uovo, a network of luxury storage facilities for art, wine and fashion, opened its first location in 2012 in Long Island City, New York after Hurricane Sandy damaged hundreds of millions of dollars' worth of art in the city. Built to be resistant to flooding, power outages and other disasters, its ... Continue reading * This article was originally published here

The 28 Best Beauty Products Fashionista Editors Tried in March

Each month, Fashionista editors try a *lot* of beauty products. And while not every formula we test is a winner, we're constantly unearthing new favorites. Here, we've rounded up our latest hair, skin, fragrance, wellness and makeup discoveries — whether fresh-to-market drops or merely recent ... Continue reading * This article was originally published here