More from Laurie Brookins
Salma Hayek, Kim Kardashian, Leonardo DiCaprio and More Raise Millions at A-List Packed Kering Dinner
VIP clients devoted to luxury group Kering’s impressive stable of high-end brands mingled with heavy-duty Hollywood star power on Monday night at the third-annual Kering Foundation “Caring for Women” Dinner, which raises funds to support NGOs working to eradicate all forms of violence against women. Even with the 81st Venice Film Festival winding down and […]
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NY Fashion Week: Designer Jason Wu Takes a Cue From a Legendary Chinese Artist
When designer Jason Wu decided to ask the venerable Taiwanese artist Tong Yang-Tze, a legend in her homeland, to collaborate on his upcoming collection, a Zoom or phone call would never suffice. “I flew to Taiwan for one day to get her permission, because I needed to,” Wu explained to The Hollywood Reporter on Sunday […]
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Kamala Harris Inspires Top Designers at NY Fashion Week: “Joy Has Become My Best Friend”
Six weeks since her sudden anointment at the top of the Democratic ticket, Vice President Kamala Harris has not only galvanized her party in advance of the Nov. 5 presidential election, but also one of the much-buzzed-about sentiments at the heart of her campaign — joy — is also being embraced by the designers who […]
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Desert Hues Are Heating Up in Status Watches
What’s the hot color trend in high-end timepieces this summer? For a hint, stream either of Denis Villeneuve’s Dune films, or put the top down on the convertible and head out on the I-15 to the Mojave to check out the desert hues currently inspiring status watchmakers. That California desert vibe is prominent across a […]
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Kamala Harris Is Redefining the Power Suit on the Campaign Trail
Perhaps the biggest change to Vice President Kamala Harris’ wardrobe since she announced her presidential run July 21 is her shoes. Once-omnipresent, her Converse Chuck Taylors have mostly taken a back seat to chic Manolo Blahnik pumps as she strides across an airport tarmac or steps onto a rally stage. Harris’ Chucks undeniably exude a […]
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Zerina Akers Reveals Her L.A. Club and Showroom, with Coveted Archive Pieces by Gucci, Chanel and Chloe
Tucked away in Tarzana is a stately home designed as a style and social haven, where any customer who needs a fashion fix or wants to learn or engage in thoughtful ideas is welcome to participate. That’s been the plan of star stylist Zerina Akers since she first saw her new headquarters. “In addition to […]
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Van Cleef & Arpels Creates a Coffee-Table Book Worth Coveting
For jewelry aficionados, phrases like “Zip necklace” and “mystery-set stones” should instantly evoke thoughts of one heritage-steeped house: Van Cleef & Arpels. These are just two of the iconic design elements from the legendary brand that opened its first boutique on Paris’s Place Vendôme in 1906. Now a new book takes a comprehensive look at […]
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L.A. Jewelry Designers Just Released Their Latest Collections — Here, Top Picks Under $2,000
Stars can access some of the world’s most spectacular jewels for red-carpet and onstage appearances — Rihanna’s plethora of diamonds at the 2023 Super Bowl and Lady Gaga wearing the Tiffany & Co. diamond to the Academy Awards are two moments that spring to mind. But what do high-wattage stars wear when the occasion calls […]
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White Hot: Sizzling Summer Timepieces From Chanel, Hermès, Hublot, Zodiac and More
With the arrival of summer, thoughts of cool white linen, a vacation adjacent to golden sands and azure waters and outdoor dining both home and away are sure to take hold in the minds of style fans, diving enthusiasts and watch aficionados alike. Whether plans for the coming months include a scuba trip to the […]
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The Bulgari Hotel Roma Is Lavishly Spotlighted in New Doc ‘An Emperor’s Jewel’
Highlighted by Bulgari ambassador Priyanka Chopra Jonas, the new documentary film An Emperor’s Jewel — The Making of the Bulgari Hotel Roma gorgeously documents the creation of one of the most beautiful new places to stay in Italy. Speaking with The Hollywood Reporter, Bulgari CEO Jean-Christophe Babin says the latest Bulgari hotel shares a few […]
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Did Tyla or Zendaya Win the Met Gala Red Carpet? The Answer Depends
With a guest list that totaled 400 bold-faced names, the 2024 Met Gala may rank as the best-attended celebrity event so far this year. But beyond the sheer volume of high-wattage stars who ascended the Metropolitan Museum of Art stairs on May 6, who really won the night’s red carpet in terms of brand exposure? […]
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Clocking Out at Cannes: The 10 Hottest Watches on the Croisette
The Cannes Film Festival, whose 2024 iteration kicks off May 14 and runs through May 25, is known for its A-list stars, glamorous gowns and resplendent jewelry. It’s also a great place for spotting fine timepieces, whether worn for daytime photo calls amid the vibrant French Riviera scenery or with a tuxedo, the attire required […]
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