The Archive
A curated look back at iconic moments, collections, and figures that have defined fashion and beauty history.
Target Q1 Earnings Beat Estimates, Sales Jump 6.7%
For the first time in five quarters, Target's comparable sales surged by 5.
How Iconic Fashion Designers Shape Future Style
In 2023, a vintage Chanel tweed jacket from the 1950s sold for $25,000 at auction, nearly ten times its inflation-adjusted original price, according to Sotheby's.
What is the role of stylists in fashion history and designer legacies?
In February 1985, Patrick Kelly's groundbreaking first commercial collection exploded onto the pages of French Elle, a pivotal moment for a designer whose career would be tragically cut short just fiv
What Are Iconic Fashion Photographers and Their Pivotal Moments?
In 1955, Richard Avedon's 'Dovima with Elephants' didn't just sell a Dior dress; it cemented fashion photography's place in fine art, selling for over $1.
What Was Elsa Schiaparelli's Surrealist Vision in Fashion and Art?
In 1938, Elsa Schiaparelli unveiled a black dress featuring three-dimensional human bones, a collaboration with Salvador Dalí, challenging the very definition of haute couture.
What is the Evolution of Haute Couture Craftsmanship and Relevance?
Despite frequent discussions about its 'death,' the term 'Haute Couture' is legally protected in France, requiring ateliers to employ at least 20 full-time technical staff and present 25 original desi