Kentucky Derby 2025 fashion trends from Timothée Chalamet to ‘Wicked.’ Designers weigh in

Kentucky Derby 2025 fashion trends from Timothée Chalamet to ‘Wicked.’ Designers weigh in

Churchill Downs has trademarked the Kentucky Derby as “the most exciting two minutes in sports.” But, in the words of Louisville-born milliner Mary Julia Kaiser, “It’s not just a two-minute moment for Louisville. It’s a citywide season.” School is canceled the Friday before race day, restaurants are slammed, hotel prices skyrocket and a thriving hat-making…

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Phia app launches to compare fashion prices

Phia app launches to compare fashion prices

Phoebe Gates, the youngest daughter of tech billionaire Bill Gates, has launched Phia, an AI-powered platform that aims to revolutionize online shopping for secondhand clothing. The platform, which went live on April 24, is the brainchild of Phoebe, 22, and her former Stanford roommate, Sophia Kianni, 23. Phia analyzes market trends and compares them to…

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Source Fashion July 2025 show to move to larger venue

Source Fashion July 2025 show to move to larger venue

Source Fashion saw a 32% increase in visitors during its February 2025 event. Credit: Source Fashion/Good Results. Source Fashion, which is described as Europe’s responsible fashion sourcing trade show will maintain its focus on critical issues within the fashion industry, particularly those related to ethical sourcing and sustainability. Source Fashion explained it has seen consistent…

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How this celebrity fashion stylist is honoring late husband and raising awareness for NYC dementia care

How this celebrity fashion stylist is honoring late husband and raising awareness for NYC dementia care

Celebrity stylist honors late husband with fashion line, raising awareness on dementia care. Photo courtesy of The Bristal Assisted Living. Celebrity fashion designer Montgomery Frazier, famously dubbed ‘The Image Guru’ for shaping 70s and MTV generation style, celebrated the launch of his newest line, Ben-Mo-2-0.com, dedicated to his late husband, Ben Mindich, with a tribute…

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Fashion’s Spineless Season: Brands Retreat From ESG and DEI as Extremism Rises

Fashion’s Spineless Season: Brands Retreat From ESG and DEI as Extremism Rises

As political extremism reshapes the global landscape, fashion brands are quietly retreating from public commitments to sustainability and diversity. This pivot isn’t only about ethics—it’s also shortsighted business that risks long-term brand value for questionable short-term gains.   The view from United States in 2016 v 2025 “Can someone just be blunt and name their…

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