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  • The 29 Most-Wanted Designer Buys of Spring 2024, Period

    The 29 Most-Wanted Designer Buys of Spring 2024, Period


    Rejoice: the spring 2024 collections are beginning to land in stores, and there’s so much to discuss. Now that the spring looks are making their way into our carts and even onto the street, it’s time to report on what is actually resonating in the wild because, let’s face it—not everything we loved on the runway will translate into a practical item worthy of our (already maxed-out) closets.

    We may have dissected the runways months ago, but now we’re actually observing which items are becoming popular and buzzy IRL, and we’re pleased to say that there are a number of pieces that have managed to break through as *the* ones to know. Whether it’s the pretty satin mules from Prada’s spring runway, the High Sport kick-flare pants that are the talk of every fashion Substack, or the new Bottega Veneta bag that celebrities are already carrying, the most-buzzed-about luxury items are set to define spring, if not 2024 as a whole.

    Here, we’ve put together our master list of the 29 pieces that are making their mark on style right now. These are unquestionably the items that have everyone talking.



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  • 19 Epic Under-$250 Finds I Just Added to My Mytheresa Cart

    19 Epic Under-$250 Finds I Just Added to My Mytheresa Cart


    While Mytheresa is a luxury retailer through and through (one of the best, I might add), not everything in its inventory is in the thousands—far from it. I check the new arrivals nearly daily and among the Loewe It bags and The Row and Alaïa shoes everyone want to get their hands on, I routinely find items for far less—great items, I might add.

    Since I scroll through Mytheresa so often anyway, I thought I’d share my favorite wallet-friendly finds with you—with $250 being the limit. Among them are the perfect pair of earrings, designer socks, trend-forward accessories, chic basics, and swimwear for the season ahead—to name a few of my finds. Present and accounted for are Gucci, Toteme, and Jacquemus, among others.

    If this sounds up your alley, scroll on to shop the picks I’m currently coveting from Mytheresa (and some I already own, so I can certainly vouch). 



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  • 9 Spring Trends Every Fashion Person Will Wear Because of Prada and Miu Miu

    9 Spring Trends Every Fashion Person Will Wear Because of Prada and Miu Miu


    As far as influential designer brands go, Prada and its sister brand Miu Miu take the cake season after season. Over the past several years, multiple trends that went mainstream were first spotted on Prada and Miu Miu runways, and S/S 24’s trends are no exception. Many of the trends we’re all wearing this winter were undoubtedly birthed by one or both of these brands (crewneck cardigans, pencil skirts, and pointed-toe flats, to name a few).

    I’m sure you didn’t think I’d make the above statement without sharing the new trends with you, and you would be correct. Below, I’ve highlighted some of spring’s most prominent trends to come, all of which my eagle eye spotted on the Prada and Miu Miu S/S 24 runways.

    Scroll to see the runway birthplace of spring’s most highly anticipated trends and shop versions (both designer and more wallet-friendly) of them for your own wardrobe.



    Allyson Payer

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  • The 4 Best Balmain Bags, Period

    The 4 Best Balmain Bags, Period



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    Launchmetrics Spotlight; PICTURED: Balmain Pre-Fall 24 Collection; Olivier Rousteing at F/W 23 Show; Balmain S/S 24 Collection

    Much like the late Balmain, Rousteing’s challenging journey has led him to create some of the most captivating clothing of our time. Born as an orphan, Rousteing, from a young age, felt compelled to design. He studied at Ecole Supérieure des Arts et Techniques de la Mode before landing roles working under Roberto Cavalli and then Christophe Decarnin. His later role, under Decarnin, led the protégé to eventually become the creative successor of Balmain at the age of 24, making him the youngest Black designer to be appointed to a luxury fashion house. In hindsight, his appointment marked the shift for Balmain and the broader fashion industry. Remember that long before there was any collective reckoning about the lack of diversity within the fashion industry, there was Rousteing.

    For so long, positions of power in the high echelons of society and high fashion have been associated with whiteness. Therefore, the mere fact that Rousteing has existed within that space for well over a decade is revolutionary in and of itself. But it’s not just that he’s occupied that space; he’s succeeded in it. By bringing back the brand’s couture, menswear, and leather goods, he’s successfully increased Balmain’s bottom line by millions of dollars. In many ways, Rousteing has managed to bridge the gap between haute couture and current culture, which is no easy feat. In part, how he’s been able to do that is his ability to notice what’s next. 

    If you pull the receipts, you can see that Rousteing has always been ahead of the curve; reference the brand’s early social media campaigns or even his recent collaboration collection with Beyoncé for her recent album, Renaissance. He’s been out here doing the work, okay! The grind that he’s put in has subsequently allowed a new generation, or what Rousteing refers to as the “Balmain Army,” to see luxury in a new light. No longer is it something out of reach, but it resonates with them; it can also be a part of their lives. That shift is most evident in the popularity of the brand’s handbag collections. For so many, Balmain’s bags are the entry point into a space they may have never felt they belonged. But what exact Balmain bags are beloved by this generation? Keep reading to find out. 



    Jasmine Fox-Suliaman

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  • Everyone’s Getting Rid of These 3 Designer Bags Right Now (and Buying These)

    Everyone’s Getting Rid of These 3 Designer Bags Right Now (and Buying These)


    It’s become a common topic of discussion in the fashion space that during periods of economic uncertainty, consumers tend to pivot their purchases toward wiser investments. That is, after all, a major contributing factor to quiet luxury’s success over the last year. And the designer handbag space is far from immune. According to luxury resale site Rebag’s Clair Report for 2023, storied houses like Hermès, Chanel, and Louis Vuitton continue to be of top priority in times like this, with their best-selling handbags continuing to hold onto resale value despite the market’s fickleness of late. “Pieces like the Hermès Constance, Chanel Deauville Tote, and Louis Neverfull [are] retaining their average [resale value by] 127%, 114%, and 136% in 2023, respectively,” says Elizabeth Layne, the Rebag’s Chief Marketing Officer.

    But that’s not the case for every brand, nor every bag. And just as fast as people will invest in safe bets when the market is unpredictable, they’ll sell off those carriers in their closet that are no longer serving them sartorially (or financially). Layne knows this all too well. Thankfully, she was more than willing to share her knowledge of those specific handbag styles that people are more often getting rid of in 2024 than buying with Who What Wear. Keep scrolling to see which three designer bags she says are being resold to Rebag in bulk this year and the three that are being invested in instead. Who knows? The findings might just surprise you. 



    Eliza Huber

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  • I Always See Hard-to-Find It Items on Mytheresa—30 I'm Losing It Over

    I Always See Hard-to-Find It Items on Mytheresa—30 I'm Losing It Over

    Let me fill you in on my worst-kept secret:  Mytheresa is the best place on the internet to shop for designer It items. You have to act fast in many cases, but I’m often amazed at how many new It items it has in stock at any given time. And if you really want to score the very best stuff before it sells out, take my advice and check the new-arrivals section daily. (Yes, there are hundreds of new and restocked items each and every day.) Another way to get the goods is to add items to your Mytheresa wish list. That way, you’ll get an email as soon as something comes back in stock.

    I spent all morning scouring the Mytheresa stock (not a bad day at work, I must say) and found a slew of It items that many fashion people would love to get their hands on. I apologize in advance if something sells out before you get to it, but you know what to do—hit that wish-list button.

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  • Celebrity Men Wearing Handbags Was the Cultural Reset I Didn't Know I Needed

    Celebrity Men Wearing Handbags Was the Cultural Reset I Didn't Know I Needed


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     Daniele Venturelli/Getty Images for Bottega Veneta

    Any fashion historian would tell you that the concept of men wearing handbags isn’t groundbreaking, but within the past year, this trend has bubbled up in ways that I haven’t seen in recent memory. My theory is that we’ve seen a rise in the popularity of the “man purse” because it directly reflects how fashion is used to challenge cultural norms. It’s no secret that style has always been used as a way to subvert gender conformity, racism, and sexism, but it feels incredibly fresh at this moment, as we’ve seen a slew of political policies passed around the world that erode the rights that women and members of the LGBTQ+ community have over their bodies within the last few years. From the overturning of Roe v. Wade to the countless pieces of legislation proposed to police drag performers and individuals dressing in a gender-nonconforming manner, there’s no shortage of legislation aimed at degrading ideas of bodily autonomy.

    In a way, one could argue that the degradation of rights has given rise to a counterculture that centers on positively reframing ideas and values around traditional femininity. One only needs to reference the box-office numbers for the Barbie film, the virality of the “girlhood” fashion trend, and even men donning handbags as proof of such efforts. While art forms like film and fashion can not be held at the same level as other forms of political protest, they’re still imperative because they are a source of solace in times of uncertainty. After all, what’s more refreshing than seeing famous men embrace something as “feminine” as a handbag? Nothing, in my humble opinion.

    While good-ole misogyny has reared its ugly head, seeing men carrying their little bags has acted as a cultural reset. It’s the receipts, proof, timeline, and screenshots I’ve needed to be assured that not all hope is lost. Although it might seem melodramatic, I know I’m not the only one feeling this way. With so much buzz on social media surrounding all the celebs spotted wearing designer bags, plus the continued allure of the quiet luxury movement, it’s safe to say this trend carries significant weight. If you’re still dubious about this trend, you’ll want to keep scrolling to see the examples of men wearing handbags on the runway and in real life that I’ve rounded up.

    Jasmine Fox-Suliaman

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  • 9 Designer It Bags That Are Getting All the Celebrity Love

    9 Designer It Bags That Are Getting All the Celebrity Love

    If you want to know what the current It bags are without doing a ton of recon, the easiest way to figure it out is to take a look at the bags celebrities are carrying—which I can help with. Celebrities can basically wear whatever they want, so it’s telling to see which bags they choose to carry for their off-duty time. Sure, some celebrities are brand ambassadors, but it’s still interesting to see which bags they choose from the brands that they represent.

    As someone who is obsessed with It bags and thinks about them a lot, I’ve been keeping tabs on all of the current ones being carried by the likes of Kendall Jenner, Jennifer Lawrence, Emily Ratajkowski, and Taylor Swift (among others). Scroll on to see who’s wearing the most sought-after Bottega Veneta, Saint Laurent, Loewe, and Miu Miu beauties, and shop the reigning It bags for yourself.

    Allyson Payer

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  • 6 Ferragamo Bags That Are Destined to Reach Cult-Status

    6 Ferragamo Bags That Are Destined to Reach Cult-Status

    Although no one can argue that fashion moves fast, the industry is slow to change. Sure, it seems like fashion is quickly evolving—we’re constantly witnessing specific trends or even items being catapulted into the cultural zeitgeist to amass “cult status” overnight. While we might feel things continuously change from season to season, exposing the seams can tell a different story. Actual systemic change has not nearly moved as fast as everything else in fashion, for who gets to attain positions of power has remained essentially unchanged. Just to put it into perspective, late last year, Vogue Business reported that of the top thirty-three luxury houses, only three creative director positions are held by creatives of color in the 21st century, no less. 

    It’s a fact that seems to fly in the face of the fact that we’ve recently witnessed the largest spike in cultural appetite for luxury fashion—due to the “quiet luxury” movement—that spans various generations, demographics, and socioeconomic backgrounds. For so many people, the allure of investing in designer goods has never been higher, but with that desire also comes the stark relaxation that they can not always see themselves reflected within the luxury space. Even within something as harmless as the fashion aesthetic “old money,” how it’s reflected is tied not just to having wealth but proximity to whiteness. Within fashion, ideas about who the “typical” luxury consumer is and which creatives get to determine what high fashion is have long been exclusionary. But not all hope is lost; change is coming slowly. 

    With a new wave of fashion consumers, we’ve seen that long gone are the days we’re pandering to the gallery works. Many shoppers only want to support brands that put their money where their mouths are by giving people of color positions of power. That shift in consumer behavior can be most adeptly traced to the rise in popularity of Ferragamo. Since the Italian fashion house appointed its first-ever Black creative director, Maximilian Davis, the brand has become the place for luxury lovers (of all kinds) to see their desires reflected on the runway. While the brand’s ready-to-wear collections have captivated the fashion crowd’s attention, the brand’s bags have received the most buzz thus far. In light of that, we’re sharing a list of the six best Ferragamo bags, and why we believe that Davis’s appointment signals a change for the house and, dare we say, the wider industry. But first, a bit about this iconic Italian fashion house…

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  • The First Viral Shoes of 2024 Are Here

    The First Viral Shoes of 2024 Are Here

    We’re no more than mere days into 2024, and already, the year’s first footwear phenomenon has taken hold, commanding over Instagram and single-handedly ushering in a very chic but slightly uncomfortable 366 days. Its name is Lee. Crafted by Saint Laurent’s creative director since 2016, Anthony Vaccarello, the Lee is a 4.25-inch geometric stiletto with a heel that’s varnished in the same color of the exaggerated buckle that fastens its patent-leather slingback straps to the rest of the shoes. Some variations are available with a black heel if too much gold isn’t your thing. Available in six colorways, the style made its debut at the French house’s fall/winter 2023 show alongside ’80s-inspired corporate ensembles fit for the office siren, and now that its shoppable, fashion’s elite, including Laura Harrier and Hailey Bieber, can’t seem to get enough. 

    Scrolling through my Instagram feed over the last few days, I’ve noticed the vampy stilettos on a near-constant basis, often styled alongside other pieces from the fall collection, including pencil skirts, sheer and low-cut tank tops, and shoulder-padded oversize blazers. Hosiery is a must with these, and extra-sheer tights are the primary pick for most of the wearers I’ve seen. According to Vogue, the goal of Vaccarello’s collection was to hit on the concept of elegance and “being dressed.” There was a time not long ago when putting on a pencil skirt, stockings, and heels this sky-high would’ve sent a shutter down most of our spines. That’s no longer the case, though, and 2024’s early obsession with the Lee silhouette is further proof that comfort is no longer king. This year, a “look at me” outfit will reign supreme over one that satisfies your sense of touch and feel. I love my trusty Uggs, too, but they just don’t show off like the Lees will.  

    Scroll down to learn all about the first viral shoes of 2024. 

    Eliza Huber

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  • The 6 Pairs of Jeans Every French Woman Owns

    The 6 Pairs of Jeans Every French Woman Owns

    We talk a lot here at Who What Wear about the classic aesthetic of French women, which is undoubtedly part of what makes their style so appealing to people around the world. This penchant for timeless style also applies to their denim choices. That said, while they wear the classics, they also make room for more trend-forward styles. And as you’ve probably noticed, French women love wearing jeans both day and night year-round, so there’s plenty of room for denim diversity.

    I’ve been a Who What Wear editor for 10 years, which translates to a lot of time spent looking at French outfits on Instagram. Because of this, I’m pretty confident in saying that I’ve pinpointed the exact denim styles French women own—many of which they’ve been wearing for years. Scroll on to see examples of the jeans and shop versions of the styles for your own denim collection.

    Allyson Payer

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  • Bruna Marquezine Is Currently Taking Up Every Spot on My 2024 Mood Board

    Bruna Marquezine Is Currently Taking Up Every Spot on My 2024 Mood Board

    Fans of Hailey Bieber‘s and Kendall Jenner’s style know the impact that stylist Dani Michelle has on the fashion world. Her clients, a list that also includes Nicola Peltz Beckham and Elsa Hosk, are guaranteed muses. And the latest addition, Bruna Marquezine, the Brazilian actress and model who’s currently taking up every spot on my 2024 mood board, is no exception.

    “I am enchanted by [her] admiration and devotion to fashion,” Michelle told Elle Brasil of her new client. The duo started working together at the end of the summer, with Michelle’s first post of Marquezine arriving after the 2023 Variety Power of Young Hollywood event in August, for which she dressed the model in a Tory Burch dress and Tiffany & Co. jewelry. “She loves every stage of the art of dressing,” Michelle continued. “This makes our projects inspiring and creatively fulfilling.” Once you see the work they’ve done together since, you’ll understand what she’s talking about. 

    But while Michelle has no doubt brought about a heap of attention for Marquezine’s outfits since their working relationship began, she certainly didn’t turn the Blue Beetle star into a fashion icon. Marquezine did that all on her own, working with Chopard, Saint Laurent, Prada, and more, not to mention gracing the glossy pages of Marie Claire Brasil and Vogue Brasil.

    From off-the-runway Bottega Veneta, Prada, and Ferragamo looks to party-ready ensembles by Alaïa and Defaïence, Marquezine is fast becoming one of fashion’s top names. Scroll down to see some of her chicest looks thus far, and keep an eye out for what’s in store for the model in 2024. My guess? You’ll be seeing a lot more of her fashion choices post–New Year’s Eve. 

    Eliza Huber

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  • 10 Chic Winter Trends European Girls Are Wearing on Vacation

    10 Chic Winter Trends European Girls Are Wearing on Vacation

    Typically when we cover “vacation outfits” you’ll see many sun-drenched photos on the rocky beaches of Mallorca and the like. But today, I’m focusing on the cozy winter vacations that European girls take. Instead of jetting off to Italy or the South of France, lately, chic European girls have been visiting cities like Copenhagen, New York, or Paris, or opting for something a bit more rural such as the English countryside or the Scottish Highlands. Accordingly, their recent vacation outfits are basically the opposite of the bikini-clad ones we see throughout the summer.

    As to be expected, these chic vacation outfits contained plenty of current trends, and I’m here to highlight the standout ones. From a certain coat trend that’s perfect for Paris to the shoes that are just right in Wales, these cozy cold-weather trends are great ones to try whether you’re traveling or staying local this winter. Scroll to familiarize yourself and shop them for your own seasonal wardrobe.

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  • The Top 10 Sofia Richie Outfits of 2023

    The Top 10 Sofia Richie Outfits of 2023

    Without a doubt, 2023 has been Sofia Richie’s year. Sure, she’s been in the spotlight for years, but ever since her wedding to Elliot Grainge in April, which took social media by storm, she—and her impeccable sense of style—have been the talk of the fashion world. In fact, we were lucky enough to have her as our Who What Wear cover star in August.

    Richie’s elegant and timeless yet trend-forward aesthetic has had a major influence over what people wear since she rose to It-girl status in the spring, and that’s showing no signs of changing. From her Chanel-clad wedding to her off-duty looks consisting of Khaite and The Row (and more Chanel), Richie delivers one chic outfit after another. So needless to say, it was a challenge to narrow it down to her ten best outfits of the year, but narrow it down I did. 

    Scroll on to find out what I think are Richie’s top ten looks of the year (so far) and shop pieces inspired by her luxuriously cool style. (For the record, I didn’t include her wedding-day outfits in this ranking, as they kind of have an unfair advantage.)

    Allyson Payer

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  • I Zoomed In on Every Spring 2024 Runway Look—10 Jewelry Trends I'm Obsessed With

    I Zoomed In on Every Spring 2024 Runway Look—10 Jewelry Trends I'm Obsessed With

    Everyone at Who What Wear, myself included, has talked at length about the trends we saw on the runways in September, when designers across New York, London, Milan, and Paris debuted their S/S 24 collections for the fashion world to see. One thing we haven’t spent a significant amount of time and energy studying is the jewelry they presented along with all those black-cherry jackets, micro co-ords, and overstuffed handbags. Well, I had some free time this week, so I thought I’d fill that void. 

    In the time that I should have been gift shopping and planning holiday events (and outfits), I instead zoomed in on thousands of runway images from the S/S 24 shows, sorting my earring, necklace, and bracelet findings into trend categories. That way, by the time spring eventually comes around, you won’t have to scramble to fill up your jewelry box with up-to-date pieces. My findings? Well, you’ll have to read about those below. 

    Eliza Huber

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  • Cue the Nostalgia: 7 Celeb-Approved Trends That Defined 2023

    Cue the Nostalgia: 7 Celeb-Approved Trends That Defined 2023

    If I haven’t clarified by now, let me drill down into my point one last time: no fashion trend exists within a vacuum. That’s true, even for the more “trivial” trends like the pants optional trend that took off this past year. Characterized by the usage of underpinnings like tights, hotpants, underwear, and stirrup leggings to create the visual illusion of… you guessed it, wearing no pants. While one might initially write off the “pants optional” trend as a frivolous movement championed by a few famous people (ahem, Rihanna and Hailey Baldwin Bieber), it’s more than that. Like all trends, this movement reflects what’s happening in the fashion world. 

    We first saw tights styled underneath hotpants with a sweater and pumps in Matthieu Blazy’s second collection for Bottega Venetta in S/S 23. Since then, variations of the no-pants look have been spotted everywhere—e.g., tailored separates were styled with matching hot pants layered over tights at Ferragamo and Helen Anthony’s F/W 23 collections. While at Puppets and Puppets, a model strutted down the runway wearing a tailored corset top with lace stirrup leggings featuring a built-in overlay feature to give the illusion of exposed underwear. And then, there was Miu Miu’s collection, in which actual briefs (some bedazzled) were layered over tights and paired with layered knitwear—which was the peak expression of the trend! Each iteration of this trend on the runways was not only reflective of all the exciting things happening in the industry, but changes in the wider world. 

    The adoption of the no-pants look speaks to the longer history of more skin-barring forms of dressing being adopted after events of mass destabilization and death—e.g., after the Spanish Flu in 1918, the roaring ’20s were filled with more “risqué” hemlines including the mini dress. With this in mind, it’s only natural we’d see some form of a new way to bare skin emerge as we’ve collectively grappled with massive upheavals in the past few years. And while some still might think that choosing not to wear pants isn’t a big deal, I’d be to differ. At the end of the day, even with the free will to choose what we put on our bodies, we can never make the choice to be separated from the influence clothing has on society. Fashion has always reflected the era in which it exists—acting as a guide to who is deemed important, what is happening in the world, and what everyone is wearing. It will continue to do so, even if you choose to go pantless or not post-2023.

    Jasmine Fox-Suliaman

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  • I Devoured Net-a-Porter’s Black Friday Sale—These 29 Finds Blew Me Away

    I Devoured Net-a-Porter’s Black Friday Sale—These 29 Finds Blew Me Away

    When I say that I devoured Net-a-Porter’s first round of Black Friday discounts this afternoon, I’m not exaggerating. For the past two hours, I’ve been scrolling, opening links in new tabs, and exploring which items from which brands are marked down, picking up every last crumb of the limited-time event in order to really and truly find the best pieces included in it. And while my wallet probably wishes I’d come up short, that’s the direct opposite of what I did. 

    From luxury discoveries from the likes of Saint Laurent, The Row, Proenza Schouler, and Interior to more contemporary buys from Theory, Nanushka, Tibi, and Citizens of Humanity, the 29 items below are on sale, in stock, and just a click away from being called yours. Before the entire lot sells out ahead of actual Black Friday, scroll down to start your shopping early. 

    Eliza Huber

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  • I’m Weak for Tory Burch RN—17 Dangerously Tempting Items I Just Tried On

    I’m Weak for Tory Burch RN—17 Dangerously Tempting Items I Just Tried On

    Welcome to Let’s Get a Room, a series where editor Eliza Huber heads to the dressing room to try on pieces from your favorite retailers, buzzy items, and new collections. Think of this column as a detailed guide to the pieces that are actually worth buying and the ones that, unfortunately, looked better online—no returns necessary.

    Tory Burch is at the top of her game, with collection after collection garnering rave reviews from the fashion community at large; an endless array of top influencers, from Emily Ratajkowski to Alix Earle, wearing her designs; and multiple viral items with her name on their labels. In other words, I’m not alone in my admiration for the New York–based designer, which is why her brand was the perfect choice for Let’s Get a Room’s first foray into the luxury space. I couldn’t help myself. After all, given how much time I spend in its multi-floor, home-like Mercer Street boutique for personal reasons (i.e., I can’t stop shopping the brand’s current spring/summer 2023 sale selection), a proper excuse became not just warranted but necessary.

    That’s how I ended up taking over two dressing rooms on the third floor of the TB townhouse late one Tuesday night, sipping prosecco and Pellegrino while putting together outfits from the currently-on-display F/W 23 offering as well as holiday-ready dresses, handbags, and shoes. Simply put, I entered into heaven, one where there’s no such thing as too many gold accessories, Tory Burch’s pierced-toe heels aren’t almost sold out, and my entire wardrobe bears her name. Scroll down to see and shop the four head-to-toe Tory Burch looks I played dress-up in.

    Eliza Huber

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  • Yep, These Are the 7 Best Alexander McQueen Bags Money Can Buy

    Yep, These Are the 7 Best Alexander McQueen Bags Money Can Buy

    “When I’m dead and gone, people will know that the twenty-first century was started by Alexander McQueen,” no truer words were said by the late designer. In many ways, the legacy of Lee Alexander McQueen is one that still shapes the world to this very day, as his desire to push the boundaries of our imaginations has cemented him into our collective memory. McQueen heralded from the bustling streets of London, where he began working as a tailor at the humble age of sixteen until enrolling in Central Saint Martins. After graduating, he founded his eponymous label in 1992, which quickly caught the attention of fashion insiders because of his avant-garde approach to womenswear.

    Unlike other designers at the time, McQueen didn’t shy away from theatrics—his collections often featured highly technical craftsmanship paired with darkly romantic aesthetics and theatrical runway shows. Although there was a great deal of attention surrounding the designer’s rule-breaking ready-to-wear pieces (rightfully so), the brand’s accessories were, and continue to be, just as noteworthy. Under the direction of McQueen, followed by his successor Sarah Jane Burton, we’ve seen the luxury house turn out some of the most coveted handbags of the century. It might be easy to assume that the buzz surrounding the house’s bags concerns its popularity among stars like Beyoncé and Lady Gaga, but that’s far from the truth. 

    Alexander McQueen’s bags have continued to accrue value over time, making them the perfect item to invest in for the long haul. And while there’s no telling what buzzy new bags will come out of the house following the recent appointment of creative director Seán McGirr, there are a few iconic styles that remain solid investments. In an effort to identify them, we decided to reach out to a luxury resale expert to have them give us the full rundown—luckily for us, Landyn Tedrick, the Site Merchandising Specialist at Fashionphile, obliged. Ahead, you’ll hear from Tedrick about her career, what to know when shopping for a designer purse, and, of course, a compact list of the 7 best Alexander McQueen bags. Trust us when we say, these purses will captivate the collective imagination for centuries to come.

    Jasmine Fox-Suliaman

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  • It Was Nearly Impossible, But I Found the 32 Best Things on Net-a-Porter RN

    It Was Nearly Impossible, But I Found the 32 Best Things on Net-a-Porter RN

    There’s a singular reason we editors put Net-a-Porter on such a pedestal. It sells all the best luxury items in one easy-to-navigate place. I realize that I’ve given myself quite a lofty task by volunteering to name the very best things on all of Net-a-Porter right now, as there are thousands of items that deserve to be in this story. But I like a shopping challenge.

    I scrolled through so many Net-a-Porter pages to bring you this list that my index finger is legitimately tired (tough gig, right?)—but it was worth it. I found a multitude of bags, sweaters, flats, boots, heels, accessories, dresses, coats (and so on) from all of the most highly coveted brands that I can confidently say are the best things on Net-a-Porter right now. Sure, it’s all very subjective but isn’t everything in fashion? 

    Scroll on to shop the NAP goods along with me.

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