Posts by Kevin Harson
Joe’s Blackbook Selects Two Fashion Students for $10,000 Scholarships
Joe’s Blackbook has selected the two students who will be awarded scholarships to pursue their fashion careers in this year’s contest. In an event last week, the executive search firm and fashion industry connector brought together a group of judges to select the winning designs from among five finalists. The winners, who will receive $10,000…
Read MorePrincess Charlene of Monaco in Prada, Queen Rania of Jordan in Alaïa and More Royals in Somber Attire for Pope Francis’ Funeral Ceremony in Vatican City
Several dignitaries, former and sitting politicians and more attended the somber funeral services of Pope Francis on Saturday in Vatican City. Pope Francis served as the head of the Catholic Church from 2013 until his death on April 21, 2025. He was 88 years old. Among the guests who attended the funeral services, former First…
Read MoreBlake Lively Opts for Sheer Styling in Tamara Ralph Dress, Anna Kendrick Does Red Carpet Coords in Zuhair Murad and More From the ‘Another Simple Favor’ Premiere
The cast and creative team behind “Another Simple Favor” hit the red carpet on Sunday for the film’s premiere in New York City. Springtime-inspired dressing was the unofficial theme of the red carpet, with plenty of stars styling pieces with soft tones and silhouettes. The film’s stars, Blake Lively and Anna Kendrick, chose looks that…
Read MoreThe History of the Lady Dior Bag: How a Gift for Princess Diana Turned Into a Timeless Symbol of Luxury
When former first lady of France Bernadette Chirac gifted a petite black leather bag to Princess Diana in 1995, she unknowingly set the stage for the Lady Dior to become one of the most iconic handbags of all time. Known initially as Chouchou — a French endearment that can be translated to “darling” or “favorite”…
Read MoreEXCLUSIVE: Jawara Becomes International Brand Ambassador for Hair Rituel by Sisley
PARIS — Jawara Wauchope has been named international brand ambassador for Hair Rituel by Sisley. The hairstylist, known professionally as Jawara, takes an artful approach to hair and has built up a robust celebrity clientele. He had an inkling that hair would become his métier at the age of 6 or 7, while living in Jamaica.…
Read MoreEXCLUSIVE: Viola Davis Is This Year’s L’Oréal Paris Juror in Cannes
PARIS — Viola Davis is set to shine a light on women directors, and will serve as juror for this year’s Lights on Women’s Worth award. The L’Oréal Paris prize is marking its fifth year at the Cannes Film Festival, where it honors a female director from the Short Film category and the La Cinef…
Read MoreLeo Holder on His Father Geoffrey’s Legacy and the Revival of ‘Firebird’
With the Met Gala fast approaching, Black style is being explored and examined in a way it never has been before. The Metropolitan Museum of Art’s exhibition “Superfine: Tailoring Black Style” at the Costume Institute, opens May 10 and will run through October. Guest curated by Monica L. Miller, Barnard College’s chair of African Studies,…
Read MoreThe 14 Best Wedding Guest Dresses to Look Beautiful and Stunning for Any Ceremony This Season
If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, WWD may receive an affiliate commission. In this article View More Top Wedding Guest Dresses of 2025 View more + You’ve sent in your RSVPs, circled the fish or chicken entrée, and fought to secure the most precious plate set…
Read MoreHow Ukrainian President Zelensky Chose His Clothes for Pope Francis’ Funeral
While political strategists and “forensic lip readers” scrutinize the photographs of President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky speaking before Pope Francis’ funeral Saturday, others might be interested in the back story behind Zelensky’s attire. The Ukrainian leader’s all-black look was somewhat of a change of pace, compared to the more casual military-style ensembles…
Read MoreDiamonds, Dreams and Alicia Keys: Inside Tiffany & Co.’s Blue Book Gala at the Met
On Friday night, Tiffany & Co. celebrated the launch of its 2025 Blue Book high jewelry collection “Sea of Wonder” with a gala dinner held at the Metropolitan Museum of Art. For many in the crowd, the black-tie occasion served as a prequel to the first Monday in May. “It feels like a mini Met,”…
Read MoreKaitlan Collins Goes Classic in Strapless Little Black Dress for the 2025 White House Correspondents’ Dinner
Kaitlan Collins joined bevy of journalists for the annual White House Correspondents’ Dinner on Saturday night in Washington D.C. Andrea Mitchell, Abby Phillip and more political journalists attended the dinner and red carpet event, which began more than 100 years ago in 1921. For the occasion, Collins opted to go classic with her attire. The CNN…
Read MoreAbby Phillip’s Liquid Metal Dress Makes a Splash at the 2025 White House Correspondents’ Dinner
Abby Phillip was gleaming at the 2025 White House Correspondents’ Dinner. The CNN anchor attended Saturday’s event in a floor-length, black strapless dress with a liquid metal-esque design. Styled by Leon Gray, Phillip’s dress was created by Lurline, a luxury brand founded in 2018 by Saudi Arabian sisters Sarah and Siham Albinali. The dress featured…
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