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Editor’s Note: Delving into the archives of pop culture history, “Remember When?” is a CNN Style series offering a nostalgic look at the celebrity outfits that defined their eras. CNN  —  Every now and then, a piece of pop culture will capture the perfect storm of talent, story and style to withstand the test of time. One such example is the 1985 comedy-drama “Desperately Seeking Susan,” starring Rosanna Arquette as bored housewife Roberta and Madonna as the titular Susan, an enigmatic downtown punk who captures Roberta’s attention through personal advertisements in a newspaper. When Madonna was cast, ahead of filming…

Editor’s Note: Featuring the good, the bad and the ugly, ‘Look of the Week’ is a regular series dedicated to unpacking the most talked about outfit of the last seven days. CNN  —  When cutting a bob, most people worry about how to style their new cropped mop. Textured or straight? Side or middle part? Adorned with barrette clips or tucked demurely behind the ears? But often overlooked are the clothes that accompany the coiffure. It’s a consideration that has not escaped American actor Leslie Bibb, however, who this week has been strutting the streets of New York in a…

Editor’s Note: CNN Style is one of the official media partners of Paris Fashion Week. See all coverage here CNN  —  The Fall-Winter 2025 edition of Paris Fashion Week ended Tuesday night, with infectious energy and eye-catching looks seen both on and off the runways. At the nine-day event, high-wattage shows staged by the world’s biggest brands, such as Chanel, Hermès and Louis Vuitton, drew some of pop culture’s biggest celebrities (and their stylists) — with many keeping their eyes peeled for their next red carpet outfit. And there were plenty of opportunities for famous faces to mingle with their…

Editor’s Note: Featuring the good, the bad and the ugly, ‘Look of the Week’ is a regular series dedicated to unpacking the most talked about outfit of the last seven days. CNN  —  At Chanel’s Paris Fashion Week show on Tuesday, South African singer Tyla arrived at the Grand Palais in a hot pink tweed mini skirt, a strapless bustier top and matching jacket, paired with a dripping Y-shaped necklace that spelled “Chanel” out both horizontally and vertically. While many other show attendees including musician Raye and actor Simone Ashley dutifully donned a bouclé skirt suit — one of the…

CNN  —  After strutting a confident Versace collection at Milan Fashion Week in February that referenced many of the brand’s signature emblems, including the Medusa, Barocco and Greca, Donatella Versace took a bow. Many observers had wondered if it would be Donatella Versace’s last in her position as chief creative officer, a role she has held for almost three decades, amid speculation of a potential sale of the Versace company from its current owner to the Prada group. On Thursday, Versace confirmed to CNN that Donatella Versace, 69, would transition to the newly created role of chief brand ambassador, in…

Editor’s Note: Examining clothes through the ages, Dress Codes investigates how the rules of fashion have influenced different cultural arenas — and your closet. CNN  —  At Paris Fashion Week, men stepped out in heels, from pumps and slouchy boots on the Vivienne Westwood runway to the chunky loafers rapper and actor Jaden Smith wore as a guest at Louis Vuitton. It may seem like a progressive move, though there was a time where that was once the norm. Women’s relationship with high-heeled shoes stretches back to the 17th century when it became a staple in affluent wardrobes for their…

CNN  —  It’s all change in the world of Italian fashion. Gucci has named Demna Gvasalia as its creative director, as the struggling luxury house seeks to turn around its fortunes. Demna — who only goes by his first name, as of 2021 — will begin his new role in early July, Gucci owner Kering confirmed to CNN via a press release. The appointment comes after Kering said last month that it would part ways with former designer Sabato De Sarno, who served as Gucci’s creative head for only two years. Sales at Kering have been weighed down by weak…

Editor’s Note: CNN Style is one of the official media partners of Paris Fashion Week. See all coverage here Paris CNN  —  At the Fall-Winter 2025 edition of Paris Fashion Week, which came to a close on Tuesday, the schedule was packed with megawatt shows. Notably, there was a wave of major designer debuts, including Julian Klausner helming Dries Van Noten following the founder’s departure, Sarah Burton stepping into Givenchy, and Haider Ackermann reviving Tom Ford, each bringing a fresh perspective to the storied houses. Across the nine-day event, designers largely kept a safe distance from overt political statements and…

Editor’s Note: CNN Style is one of the official media partners of Paris Fashion Week. See all coverage here. CNN  —  Amid the glitzy parties and star-studded front rows of Paris Fashion Week, the hottest ticket in France’s capital on Sunday afternoon was… a public bathroom. Or a venue designed to look like one, at least. Celebrities including Barry Keoghan, Chappell Roan and Jared Leto posed for photos next to sinks equipped with mirrors and wall-mounted soap dispensers. Industry guests then took their seats facing a row of toilet stalls, before the sound of flushing signaled that proceedings were underway.…

Editor’s Note: CNN Style is one of the official media partners of Paris Fashion Week. See all coverage here. Paris CNN  —  Cate Blanchett has never worn so much silver. Not in the sense of glitzy sequins or hand-applied crystals (par for the course on the red carpet) but the kind of sterling normally found in one’s cutlery drawer. Last April, Blanchett appeared in Vogue China wearing a corset made out of two antique silver platters. With her hair bobbed and blown-out at the ends, she looked like a 1950s Joan of Arc — the ornate serving dishes folded around…