There is, to put it simply, no book quite like T Kira Madden’s Whidbey, a literary thriller that braids together the perspectives of three protagonists—two survivors of childhood sexual abuse and the mother of their recently deceased abuser—with skill and astonishing empathy. If it’s short on facile platitudes about what it means to live through … Read more
If your sneaker rotation has started to feel a little predictable, consider this your sign to switch things up. The best red sneakers aren’t just having a moment; they’ve become the go-to way to add a cool-girl touch to your outfit without looking like you’re trying too hard. A single splash of cherry, scarlet, or … Read more
Any holiday is an excuse for a special mani moment, and Easter nails are no different. The only drawback? Easter nail art may have a bit of a saccharine reputation…after all, it can be hard to make bunnies, chicks, and mini egg designs work for the office. But luckily, while we’ve been scouting socials, we’ve … Read more
All things must come to an end, including this year’s unusually lengthy award season. The 98th Academy Awards will take place this Sunday, March 15, but everyone knows the night isn’t really over until the last star leaves the Vanity Fair Oscar party. Vanity Fair has hosted its premiere gathering at a few spots over … Read more
Light brown hair colors can be tricky to nail, but the “milky brunette” trend is here to help you strike perfect balance. Looking for a tone that’s not too rich, but also doesn’t venture into bronde territory? We’ve got you covered. “Milky brown is a soft, creamy brunette with natural warmth and a subtle, luminous … Read more
“I just feel like it’s not the time for overdressing,”said Melitta Baumeister on a call from Paris. Accessorizing is a different matter entirely, however. The arty designer revealed her second Nike shoe (see the first here) with the release of her fall 2026 lookbook. It’s a Pegasus model, neon yellow overprinted with black, with an … Read more
Inside, exposed wood and colorful tiles set a pretty scene; but there’s really one reason to book this home, and that’s its outdoor area. Loungers set under an arched cover make an excellent spot to catch up on your reading in the afternoon sun, while a bistro dining set overlooking the village of Ménerbes and … Read more
If Christopher Esber’s fall collection read automotive, there’s a good reason for that: after re-watching David Cronenberg’s Crash, he decided to transpose upholstered materials, curved metal, padded surfaces, buckles, harnesses and so forth into a sartorial expression. Over Zoom, the designer said that his idea was not to go for oversexuality but rather “a quiet … Read more
For fall, Natalia Alaverdian fused two seemingly unrelated currents: the specific period at the cusp of the ’90s when power dressing began to give way to minimalism, and equestrian style. “We wanted to put our spin on the classics, with a twist,” the designer said as she pulled an upside-down polo skirt and jacket from … Read more
A couple of days before hosting a walkthrough of his pre-fall 2026 collection, Han Chong previewed a short film in a packed-out dumpling restaurant in Chinatown. “Sandiwara,” written and directed by Sean Baker and starring Michelle Yeoh, formed part of Self-Portrait’s ongoing Residency program, which launched with a Christopher Kane capsule in 2024, and will … Read more