You can experience Kyoto like you’re a local when you stay in this sunny, traditional Japanese townhouse featuring a full kitchen, small patio, and wooden soaking tub (great for post-flight relaxation). It’s situated in a quiet spot within Kamigyo Ward’s residential streets; but step outside the front door, and you’re a walkable distance from shrines, … Read more
Happy, really, is the current base level for Hadid. She’s surfing eBay and Depop for some of those Prada bags that she remembers her mom carrying. The California-raised model has also partially relocated to near my hometown of Dallas-Fort Worth to live out her greatest horse girl fantasies. I’m also partially in Texas, where my … Read more
The night before hosting her traditional power-hour for the female nominees of the Academy Awards, Diane von Furstenberg had a brain wave: these need-to-know stars needed stars. A quick trip to the craft store saved the day. “Next year, we’ll have something better,” the Belgian designer promised the crowd. In the interim, the sweet little … Read more
“This is our time — because why not?” declares Roksanda CEO Patricia Sancho, as we finish our interview on the top floor of the brand’s new store and concept space that opens today. Stretching over three floors on London’s Sloane Street, the store will operate until early June. Besides Roksanda’s latest collection, it will also … Read more
This thinking also shapes how the brand uses social media. “In luxury, people love to strive for the billboard or print, but the reality is [our brand] is mostly experienced through mobile devices and social platforms, and our teams have really embraced that,” says Kiman. Instead of creating content in parallel, the social team now … Read more
It is difficult to reconcile being a more responsible label with reaching Damson Madder’s current level of scale, but Hill appointed a head of sustainability to help her meet the brand’s responsibility goals. Damson Madder hired a head of sustainability last year, to help it navigate the next phase. They are in “constant contact” with … Read more
Today, London-based premium jewelry brand Otiumberg is opening its first standalone pop-up in Marylebone, London, where it will offer ear-styling appointments and host a piercing party with nearby dermatologist clinic Marylebone Skin. The three-week experiment marks a turning point for the 10-year-old brand, which has built a loyal following through accessible prices and high-touch customer … Read more
“I remember seeing Jack and Lazaro’s first collection [for Loewe] and Jonathan’s first collection [for Dior], and really starting to mentally be able to play with who can wear these pieces,” she says. Rahmani then negotiated the deal confirming Isla Johnston, who will star in Baz Luhrmann’s upcoming Joan of Arc, as the first Loewe … Read more
Why we love it: This shaping bodysuit is designed for targeted tummy control and acts as a waist trainer by cinching the waist via its closures. “The hook-and-eye fasteners up the chest with a zipper on top really sculpt your waist—I’ve never had an hourglass silhouette like this before,” says Griggs, who tried the one-piece … Read more
No, as long as you choose a noncomedogenic formula. “Oil cleansers may clog pores if comedogenic oils like coconut oil or butters are used,” says Dr. Chang. “If you’re prone to acne, it is important to choose oil cleansers that are noncomedogenic, such as those with jojoba oil or argan oil.” Dr. Chang also likes … Read more