The Glam Letter

Luxury fashion has long had an industry secret: unsold clothing, shoes, and accessories could be destroyed simply to protect a brand’s exclusivity. That is changing. Under the European Union’s new Ecodesign rules, major fashion brands are now prohibited from destroying unsold apparel and accessories through burning, shredding, or cutting. Brands must also disclose more information about their unsold inventory and where it ultimately goes. Limited exceptions include safety con

If you thought Western style belonged strictly to the desert, Jenny’s Barn is here to change your mind. Perfectly tucked into Southampton, the boutique founded by Jenny Lauren, niece of Ralph Lauren, offers a fresh Hamptons interpretation of Americana. Think vintage Pendleton, cowhide prints, turquoise jewelry, Western-inspired silhouettes, and plenty of coastal ease. And as Westernwear continues its takeover of fall fashion, the timing couldn’t be better. One of the freshest

Fifteen years after Danielle Bernstein turned a street-style blog into a fashion empire, she is doing something few founders ever get to do. She is buying it back with more control. The WeWoreWhat founder announced a brand-wide relaunch. WeWoreWhat Premium is the focus and expanded autumn 2026 collection of eleven pieces in genuine suede, leather, and ponyhair, every one priced under $800. I am personally happy to see genuine fabrics there are so many brands selling at high p

Fashion is at a crossroads, and the industry's biggest stories are raising one major question: where is fashion going next? From designer collaborations to AI on the runway, iconic brands are rethinking what it means to stay relevant. First, John Galliano brought designer fashion to Zara with his Re{form} project, blurring the lines between luxury and fast fashion. But accessibility isn't the only conversation surrounding the designer; his controversial past also raises quest

In New York’s Hudson Valley, a new kind of retail experience a type of micro department store brings fashion and modern living back into focus. There is a certain romance to the department store the discovery, the architecture, the unexpected encounter with something you didn’t know you were looking for. Canvas + Clothier is reimagining that Idea. Set inside a light-filled former social club at 27 Garden Street in Poughkeepsie, the destination feels removed from the transacti

At Christian Louboutin, the shoe has never been merely an accessory. For Spring/Summer 2027, the House took that idea to the theater. During Paris Fashion Week, Louboutin unveiled a newly reimagined La Pigalle stiletto at the Théâtre du Châtelet, turning one of its most recognizable silhouettes into the centerpiece of an immersive evening of fashion, fantasy and performance. Burlesque icon Dita Von Teese brought the spectacle to life, appearing in a darkly romantic, fairy-tal

Fashion Month is nearly over, and New York, Milan, and Paris have shown their visions for Spring 2027. Six months ahead of the season, one message is already clear, personality is back. After seasons of minimalism and quiet luxury, designers are bringing back color, print, texture, statement details, and individuality. Fashion is moving away from following rules and toward dressing with personality. Photo: Ralph Lauren New York embraced personal style with minis, mod silhouet

For years, the hospital bag conversation has belonged almost entirely to mom and baby. But as modern parenthood evolves, so does the way we prepare for it and now, dad has his own carryall. The DAD BAG, a luxe sleek hospital bag brand created specifically for the modern father. Founded by Billy and Laura, parents of three, the idea came from experience: after navigating pregnancy, delivery, and those first days of parenthood three times, they realized dads were largely an aft

The tuxedo is getting a sporty new attitude. For Fall-Winter 2026, Ernest Leoty reimagines classic tailoring through the lens of sportswear, blending the precision of the tuxedo with the ease and functionality of performance-inspired silhouettes.The look is decidedly graphic: black and white, sharp tailoring, and a deep black palette create a polished, modern feel. Touches of velvet add texture and just the right amount of sensuality. It’s the contrast that makes the collecti

Fashion has always had a love affair with the past. But this season, designer Evan Hirsch is looking at vintage through a decidedly modern lens. For Spring/Summer 2027, Hirsch returns to New York Fashion Week with New Journeys Through Old Memories, his third collaboration with ShopGoodwill.com and the result is a compelling study in how yesterday's clothes can become tomorrow's fashion. Rather than simply referencing vintage, Hirsch works directly with pre-loved garments and