Fashion

ELLE’s new series Clothes of Our Lives decodes the sartorial choices made by powerful women—and explores why fashion is often on the front lines of communication. Today, we sat down with New York Times foreign correspondent Rukmini Callimachi to find out what she wears to interview the world’s most dangerous terrorists. Last year I flew

The best body lotion for your skin type will probably change with the seasons. Hey, did you know your face only takes up roughly 5% of your skin? We spend tons of time and money on our mugs, making it easy to forget the other 95% of our bods needs TLC, too. It’s time to

Kim Kardashian is now in a Nordstrom near you — or at least her SKIMS representatives are, and by that we mean living, breathing mannequins … sometimes known as models. The reality TV beauty mogul made a splash Wednesday in NYC, where she and her hubby, Kanye West, rolled out SKIMS bodywear line in the

Kenneth Nicholson “I felt that speaking in collage was one of the most modern forms of communication. ‘From Grandma’s Couch’ is an exploration of this concept which draws from an array of reference points including digital public spaces, current and historical events, as well as politics and pop culture. All smilingly unrelated but nonetheless able

Inclusivity and general wokeness is far from perfect in the current beauty climate (like when some brands release a foundation in only five shades ranging from “porcelain” to “sunkissed”? #howboutno), but there’s solace in knowing it’s never been easier to support a black-owned beauty business. Hair care tailor made for natural textures? Found. Sunscreen, without

Refreshing your look needn’t cost more than a round of drinks. Yes, you could spend the equivalent of a small car on a new wardrobe, but 45 minutes in the barber’s chair can have the same effect if you’re brave enough to say something other than “The usual.” Plus, if it’s the kind of barbershop

KAREN COLLINS (STYLED BY SASA THOMANN) What does jewelry look like in the new decade? In the past few years, we saw jewelry scale back: Massive statement necklaces from Gossip Girl’s heyday were replaced by layered chains and charms, and we traded in gaudy earrings for a constellation of stud piercings. Surprisingly, we’re swinging back

(Photo: Getty Images; Illustration: Maegan Fidelino) In case we needed more proof that Victoria’s Secret is highly problematic and pretty much the epitome of what is wrong with the lingerie and fashion industry, the New York Times has published an investigative report on the culture of misogyny within the company. The bombshell report, published on

So many of us are obsessed by the thought of a thinning thatch that’s it’s easy to forget that baldness isn’t a man’s only worry when it comes to his barnet: thick, wavy and generally unruly hair can all present problems, too. And having a Don King hair day can affect more than just your

It’s BAFTAs Sunday and the biggest stars of the 2020 awards season are gathered in London to celebrate the best of British film. From the cast of Little Women to the royals, see who turned out for this year’s ceremony, where films like Jojo Rabbit, Marriage Story, Joker, and Parasite are nominated for the evening’s

In the world of Hollywood, there’s a pretty well-known fact among some of our fave celebs: Rihanna smells amazing. As in, like a-tiny-slice-of-heaven amazing. Over the past few years, everyone from Jennifer Lawrence and Ryan Seacrest to Cardi B and Lil Nas X (who said in a 2019 interview that the singer is his favourite

Granted, reading FashionBeans probably equips you with more than enough style knowledge to pass an end-of-season exam. But if you’re the sartorial sage in your peer group, setting the agenda and the dress code for everything from a business-casual office to a few days in Ibiza, then you could quickly run low on modish pearls

Christian VierigGetty Images New year…new shoes? Okay, maybe that’s not a thing, but considering that we just entered a whole new decade, it’s fully justifiable to treat yourself to a pair of shoes. The dawn of 2020 brought us a fresh set of footwear trends, so we talked to the experts at Bloomingdales and Net-A-Porter

Face masks can help solve skincare problems in a pinch—the question is which one to use? (Photo: Stocksy) Face masks aren’t exactly a skincare necessity, but they’re absolutely a game-changer for when you’re in need of a little extra glow-up. Want brightness in a pinch? There’s a mask for that. Looking for hydration? There’s a

X17 Selena Gomez is out to prove all that glitters is gold … because she looks relaxed and radiant on the set of a new music video. The “Lose You To Love Me” singer was all smiles Monday afternoon as she walked up to the shoot in downtown L.A. … rocking a disco queen look

For a long time, medium-length haircuts were the hinterland of the hair world, rarely seen beyond guys attempting to turn a ballsy buzz into a seventies shag. But the rise of hairstyles such as the pompadour has seen them go from awkward in-between stage to bona-fide style move straight out of the grooming playbook. Whether

Donell WoodsonGetty Images Looking back on the 2010s, we can recall some pretty interesting handbag moments. There were elephant shapes from Loewe, a dachshund replicas by Thom Browne, and even a grocery basket from Chanel. Bags of gargantuan proportions walked the runway, and others couldn’t even fit an AirPod . Now that we’ve entered a

(Photos: Getty Images) Get ready to air out your hip bones, people! Well, maybe—and only if you want to. The return of low-rise jeans has been circling for some time now, and making a full-fledged landing in mass retailers seems more a matter of “when” than “if.” Because we all know how the fashion industry

Getty Beyonce might want a word with Popeyes honchos — not about their chicken sandwich, but about their new fashion line. Yes, that’s a real thing, and yes … it looks like a total Bey copy. The fast-food chicken chain just unveiled new employee uniforms, which are surprisingly chic … and very much look like

So, you’ve managed to grow yourself a full head of long hair. Lucky you. Not only have you won the genetic lottery and beaten the awkward in-between stage of growing out, but you’ve also tipped a hat to one of the biggest men’s hair trends of recent seasons in the process. But though you may

It’s hard to imagine the Super Bowl without the insane costumes its halftime show performers have worn—and Jeremy Scott’s outfit for Katy Perry Sunday is sure to join the mix. But back in ’90s when the first big Hollywood act took the stage—after almost 25 years of marching bands playing halftime—the costumes were tame. Glitz

There was a time, along with balaclavas, swag bags and black-and-white striped tops, when a hoodie was something that would instantly mark you out as a would-be robber and all-round wrong’un. But, as much as this humble sportswear staple has the potential to send passers-by straight to the other side of the street, right now

The 2020 Grammys red carpet was the main stage for unforgettable fashion. But the stars brought out some of their best looks at the exclusive after parties. Some celebrities opted to change up their looks, while others made their debuts at events hosted by Republic Records, Sony, and Universal Records. Below, the best Grammys after

Welp, the teddy coat has proven us all wrong: What seemed like a passing trend has managed to become a staple wardrobe piece. Not bad for a hunk of faux fur. Long before you saw it in every Aritzia window, the teddy coat was popular with motorists in the 1920s, when cars were first becoming popular,

The suit has gone through a lot in the last century. Once the go-to attire for men all over the world, from office workers, politicians and mafioso to those just heading down the social club on a Friday night, its decline in popularity over the last two decades has been rapid. This decline has had

Everything was coming up roses on the Grammys red carpet, because a bunch of celebrities showed up wearing pink power suits. We’re guessing Lil Nas X, Tyler the Creator, Shawn Mendes, and Common hopped on a FaceTime conference call before the Grammys to coordinate, and now we are eternally grateful to them. Ranging from dominatrix

We’ve seen some interesting looks this awards season, including the SAG Awards and the Golden Globes. But the celebs (and stylists) didn’t come to play on the Grammys 2020 red carpet. From bright hues and dramatic silhouettes to the “yeehaw agenda”, here are some of the most eye-catching and coolest looks. Grammys 2020 Red Carpet

Exclusive TMZ.com Tyler, The Creator is the new owner of a stylish pair of sunglasses … after buying them off a passerby’s face on the streets of the Big Apple. Here’s how the transaction went down … a woman was walking down the block in Chelsea when someone breezed by and yelled, “Your glasses are

If you’ve ever found yourself staring down haplessly at your new Sk8-His, with a set of shoelaces in one hand while using the other to scratch your head in puzzlement, this one’s for you. Okay, in reality, this probably isn’t a situation you’ve ever had to contend with before, because when it comes to lacing

In honor of the 73rd annual BAFTAs, the last official awards season stop before the Oscars, we reflect on the best red carpet looks from across the pond. From movie royalty like Cate Blanchett to actual royalty such as Kate Middleton and Prince William, here’s the best outfits of all time from the London ceremony.