fashion
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Marc Jacobs channels the 70s in grand final of New York Fashion WeekJacobs sought to respect youth street style in show which turned focus to the audience in social media spectacle -
The best blue fashion – in picturesFrom a velvet ruched dress to a woolly jumper and a cold-shoulder top to cropped trousers, here’s how to do blue without reaching for the denim
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A brief history of London fashion week – in picturesSince its launch in 1984, the biannual event has stirred the capital up with style and substance -
Kanye West's NYFW Yeezy showAfter a tumultuous year of West-Trump controversy and Kim Kardashian being robbed, this was a more relaxing affair -
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Designer delivers subtle message about Trump's AmericaMichael Kors hails ‘devotion to diversity’ in luxe show that featured curvier and older models from every continent
shopping
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10 of the best trainers to update your look – in picturesYou can never have too many trainers. The antidote to the brilliant-white sneaker trend that has dominated past seasons is to opt for a multicoloured pair – if that’s a step too far then there are enough block colours on the market.
Here are some of the best new releases that will stop your need for on-the-go trainer wipes
talking points
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What New York fashion week tells us about Trump’s USFrom Raf Simons’ patriotic debut for Calvin Klein to Victoria Beckham’s in-control femininity – New York has shown the world a vision of a different US
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Fashion's next statement?Face masks are already a common sight in Asia. Now, as air pollution worsens, designers are targeting city dwellers in Europe and the US with pricier products
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What celebs should know about having twinsBeyoncé is pregnant with twins; Madonna has adopted twins; now the Clooneys are expecting twins. But I did it first, and this is what I learned
the shows
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Coach's autumn show revels in AmericanaThe fashion brand’s latest collection brings the prairie to New York with the help of Instagram’s biggest star, Selena Gomez
news
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'The Trump name is becoming toxic': model agency faces rumoured boycottDirectives to avoid using Trump Models began last fall, according to some stylists and casting directors – but effectiveness of a boycott is tough to gauge
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Creative director Riccardo Tisci leaves GivenchyThe Italian designer quits Givenchy after 12-year tenure amid speculation that he is to join Versace
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Trousers walk it on Bafta's red-carpet style paradeFrom Emma Stone to Meryl Streep, conventional dresses were out, with a ‘drouser’ the garment of choice for the politically and fashion conscious
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Instagram beauty boys are the new face of makeupWith millions of followers on Instagram and YouTube, the stars of a new movement that celebrates makeup for men are being signed up by the big brands
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Gigi Hadid’s white bandanaThe model and her boyfriend Zayn Malik, along with other fashion influencers, are encouraging people to take photos of themselves wearing the accessory
men's fashion
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Reasons to wear... a tracksuitWearing a full tracksuit got the green light from Vetements. The fashion collective brought Champion and Juicy Couture back to the catwalk for its Spring/Summer 2017 collection
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How ‘alt-beauty’ became the hottest trend in men’s fashionThe new look is pale, thin and unglamorous – and its stars overwhelmingly come from former Soviet states
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A double-breasted suit – in picturesBuy a double-breasted checked suit, look smart in it, then think again: wear the trousers and jacket separately, and build on them for different casual looks
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Paris menswear fashion week AW17: the best shows in pictures8 key shows from paris menswear autumn/winter 2017
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Christian Dior, the rising star of French fashion – archive, 194716 February 1947: A roundup of Paris fashion news including an item on the emerging couture star, Christian Dior
regulars
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Fashion for all agesFashion for all agesThe best blazers for women of all ages – in picturesHow to work blazers, whatever your age
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A naval jacketThe abbreviated shape looks more modern with trousers than a hip-length blazer, and adds briskness worn over dresses
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Sali Hughes on beautySali Hughes on beautyBeauty: the best heavy-duty hand creamsI apply plenty before bed and, if nothing more interesting is happening, pop cotton socks over my hands and incubate overnight
the big picture
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The strongest red carpet looks – in picturesAdele, Solange and Rihanna were among the most fierce and fashionable at the 59th annual music awards show
Bed, bath and Beyoncé What does your dressing gown say about you?