In the Mood for Medieval Romance? Check Out Mel Usine, a New NYC Brand

Silk chiffon Philippa top; Carine jersey bodysuit; Carlotta legging Photo: Gwen Trannoy / Courtesy of Mel Usine Not all fashion events at the Met happen in the Costume Institute—at least…

Marc Kalman’s Still Kelly Label Is an Intentionally Slow Burn

At first glance, Still Kelly is a vibes-based label. But that’s no reason to dismiss it—if anything, it’s a reason to look closer. The vibes are pretty high, after all.…

Andrew Curwen—the “Secret Weapon” of New York’s Buzziest Designers—Unveils An Electrifying Debut Collection

Still, after three years he was ready to “move back to the front end of fashion,” meaning the creation. In 2021, Curwen reached out to Velez, then a budding industry…

Introducing Retori—a Made-in-Italy Collection With Art at Its Heart

Retori’s Chapter 2 collection, conceived with a trans-seasonal, timeless ethos, was unveiled during Paris couture week, in the setting of the former atelier of legendary French antique dealer and decorator…

Celebrating 5 Years of K.ngsley, the NYC Brand Built on an All-Gender-Friendly, Queer-Positive, Body-Inclusive Tank Top

His tank program, he says, has been instrumental in carrying his business for two years while he was figuring out what K.ngsley can and should be. More recently, the specter…

The Six New Swedish Brands You Need to Know

Newness is almost a fetish in fashion, and that has fueled a lot of interest in emerging talents versus new businesses. The buzziest shows of the week—Studio Constance and Past…