Spring is approaching! Next time you look up it’ll be all April showers bringing May flowers. As I type this article, it’s a balmy 60 degrees outside. Practically Bermuda-esque weather for New York.
And while it may snow next week, this weather has me looking forward to those cute outfits I can debut in the spring. 2022 winter fashion brought us apres-ski chic and lace detailing, but I’m anticipating some big changes in the fashion world as the weather warms up. People are feeling risky…I can tell.
The weather is getting warmer and jeans are getting tighter. Don’t panic, we aren’t diving into the deep end and bringing back skinny jeans or jeggings. It’s all about a straight leg or minimal bootcut flare.
Multiple Fashion Weeks have come and gone, and I have a good picture of what retailers are about to push out in stores soon. 2023 spring fashion trends include heavy denim and satin-style cargo pants. With an emphasis on casual comfort and pants with lots of pockets, spring 2023 fashion will look very familiar.
If you’re looking to catch the spring trends a little early this year, look no further. I’ve scoured every page of Vogue and every paparazzi shot of off-duty models like Hailey Bieber and Emily Ratajkowski. And I’ve most definitely kept up with the Kardashians, our ever-present trend dictators.
An Excessive Amount Of Pockets
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Whether it be a pair of cargo pants or a mini-skirt, anticipate the cargo-style pocket to be sewn on. We are focusing on Y2K style again, as always. All different types of cargo pants like satin will be on trend.
Pair your cargo pants with a cropped baby tee for the ultimate Y2K resurgence. We want enough pockets that you could arguably fit multiple phones and wallets at once.
90’s Style Strapless Tops
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We all know and love the strapless top, but the 90’s style involves a looser top. They pair well with the ever-so-highly debated low-rise jeans, which are still trending. It’s a bit more flowy and forgiving than a tight top, so I’m a fan.
This type of top reminds me of the early 2000’s red carpet style. Tuck it into high waisted jeans for a tucked in look that’s perfect for spring weather.
Full Denim Fits & Skinnier Jeans
Britney Spears and Justin Timberlake may have been the founders of the full denim fit, but it looks like we’re bringing it back this spring. Denim strapless tops, denim accents, everything is all denim. You’ll also see less of the baggy style jeans and more fitted, straight leg styles.
These Levi’s are perfect for this spring’s hottest pair of denim, and if you’re looking for a fun denim addition to your closet, try this top.
Lingerie-Inspired Detailing
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We’re back to playing the “is-it-lingerie-or-is-it-acceptable-to-wear-in-public” game. Think all lace bodysuits and mesh everything. Slip dresses with lace applique and deep v cuts will be the star of the show.
If you have to question whether you bought it in the underwear section of the store, you’re probably right on trend. Lingerie-inspired clothing is back and if you want a more understated look, throw on an oversized blazer and tailored menswear style pants.
Quilted Jackets
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Vogue says if you have one jacket this spring, make it a quilted one. And since our fashion Bible says a shell coat can be the perfect transitional weather piece, we must listen. The quilted jacket has been worn by Gigi Hadid, and can be layered on top of your favorite sweater.
This quilted jacket by ASOS is my favorite piece in this article. As someone who was a big fan of the shacket, the quilted jacket is a more elevated approach on a spring favorite.
Silks & Satins
I’ve seen a bunch of silk cargo pants online when browsing, but that’s not all. We’re bringing back the low-rise silk maxi skirt that’s reminiscent of every beach commercial ever. It’s an essential piece for a brunch outfit or the transitional weather we’ll be experiencing.
I like this satin mini for weekends out on the town with a moto jacket (also a spring favorite), and this silk maxi for a bottomless mimosa brunch with friends.
Target’s Future Collective collection has returned with its second designer, Gabriella Karefa-Johnson. “This is a full circle moment. When Target came to me to talk to me about the Future Collective, I was like, 1,000% yes,” Vogue’s global contributing fashion editor-at-large said of the partnership. “I’m very invested in doing projects that feel authentic to who I am and my story, but also honor where I came from. I also was just so excited about being able to create clothing. I’ve done one very small collaboration before, but this was by far the biggest.”
Over the years, Karefa-Johnson has made a name for herself as an editor and stylist, bringing her expertise and personality to publications from Vogue to Vanity Fair. And when she isn’t busy styling A-list stars like Florence Pugh, and hitting the streets with model friends Gigi and Bella Hadid, the former Fashion Director of GARAGE magazine is simply trying to find her joy—which comes in the form of daily dressing.
“For me, fashion should be about fun and it should be about joy. Getting dressed in the morning is one of the most joyous moments of the day for me,” she said, adding that she wanted her Future Collective line to not only be size inclusive, but help diminish the pressures and intimidation that can often surround fashion.
“Learning from past experiences, I was like, okay, this needs to be size inclusive, super accessible, because fashion can be daunting and it can be intimidating,” she explained. “So I wanted people to be able to step outside of their comfort zone, maybe take some risks, but also not feel alienated by this collection.”
The collection, ranging from XXS-4X and 00-30, features transitional dresses, lightweight outerwear, versatile layering pieces like blazers and shirts, as well as matching sets and an array of skirts and trousers—all between a price point of $10-$50, with most items under $35.
And with nearly 100 items, and three seasonal refreshes—the first of which will drop on January 29 on Target.com and in select Target stores—Karefa-Johnson has created colorful and bold pieces that can easily be mixed and matched, allowing the consumer to create a whole new wardrobe solely from the collection itself.
“If you know the way that I style and what my tastes are, I’m always mixing prints and textures,” she said, adding that a lot of color—which can be seen in her pink, drawstring mini dress and her brightly patterned matching top sets—was one of the ways she wanted to bring that sense of happiness and joy to her collection.
Gabriella Karefa-Johnson.Courtesy of Target.
In addition to color, another necessary requirement for the stylist’s collection is denim—one of her favorite outfits from the line being her uniquely patterned denim set featuring an oversized button down shirt and straight-legged pants.
“The denim is super high quality and fab. Whenever I’m dealing with classics, I want there to be some twist, or something that turns it on its head. So having the printed denim, the oversized menswear shirt silhouette… I just love the idea of big on big. I think in general it’s the most stylish,” she explained. “I think the world tells…if you’re wearing a big shirt, you wear smaller pants. Or wearing a smaller shirt, you wear a bigger…I’m just like supersize and maximize. I am seriously a maximalist.”
Though she’s loving trends like Jenna Ortega‘s Wednesday Addams gothic glamour, with several little black dresses featured in her collection, the fashion force is also a fan of the ’90s resurgence. Combining that with her Southern Californian roots, Karefa-Johnson created pieces like chic cargo pants, which she styled with her purple floral crop top design—a nod to Regina Rocket in the early 2000s Nickelodeon series Rocket Power. (Surely a reference millennial fashionistas everywhere will respect).
“I remember growing up, and I was like…I’m not a skater girl, even though I’m from Southern California. I’m not a surfer. I’m not a goth. I’m not a music kid. I could never figure out where I fit in. Then I realized like I was all of those things in some way,” she said. “You want to combine all those aspects. All of those, we contain multitudes. It’s like some days I feel sexiest and most confident and oversized denim. Some days I want to cut out dress!”
Though she can now add designer to her resume, you’ll still be able to find Karefa-Johnson perusing the aisles at Target. “I will always be a Target shopper, was before this collection, will be after this collection,” she said. “It felt like a very unique opportunity for me to connect with an audience that’s really reflective of who I was, who I still am.”
Forget awards season, don’t even think about NFL playoffs, fashion’s version of the Super Bowl just announced their co-chairs. May 1, 2023 marks the 75th Met Gala, where the top-of-the-top celebrities are invited to wear the most egregious outfits in the world – all for millions to critique.
Today, Vogue announced that the annual fundraising gala for the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Costume Institute will be hosted by Penelope Cruz, Roger Federer, Michaela Coel, and Dua Lipa. And then . . . there’s Vogue’s leading lady, Anna Wintour. 2023’s Met Gala theme will be Karl Lagerfeld: A Line Of Beauty.
Lagerfeld – who passed away in 2019 – was Chanel’s designer who contributed to their legendary black-and-white style. The Parisian influence will take over the Met Gala’s red carpet – one of fashion’s most highly anticipated nights.
It comes as no surprise that Penelope Cruz will be co-chair for this year’s Met. Not only did she just receive her fourth Oscar nomination for Parallel Mothers, but she was one of Karl Lagerfeld’s Chanel muses.
Gina Lollobrigida and Karl Lagerfeld
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The three other chairs chosen are currently at the pinnacle of pop culture: Dua Lipa’s rise to superstardom with Future Nostalgia, Roger Federer retired as one of the greatest tennis players in history, and Michaela Coel’s demand after his stellar role in Black Panther: Wakanda Forever.
The exhibit will showcase over 150 of Lagerfeld’s original looks – spanning 1950-2019. Lagerfeld notoriously sketched everything…and hated fashion on display. But from May 5-July 16, you’ll see some of his finest work with Fendi, Chanel, and Chloe.
Despite keeping their three-year relationship completely out of the spotlight, Florence Pugh and Zach Braff frequently found themselves the subject of negative comments and tabloid headlines. And in her new cover interview for Vogue‘s Winter issue, the actor once again addressed the public’s problem with her private life.
Pugh said of her previous relationship, “We weren’t in anyone’s faces. It was just that people didn’t like it.” She continued, “They imagined me with someone younger and someone in blockbusters. I think young relationships in Hollywood are so easily twisted because they add to the gossip sites. It’s exciting to watch. And I think I was in a relationship that didn’t do any of that.”
Braff also spoke to the magazine for the story and had nothing but effusive compliments for his ex-girlfriend. “I quite simply think she’s one of the greatest actors of her generation,” he said. “She’s just magnetic. You cannot take your eyes off of her.” The director added, “And it’s not just her beauty and it’s not just her acting ability, it’s that thing, that magic thing that transcends the screen, where anyone and everyone goes: I want to see whatever this person does.”
All of this comes after Pugh revealed in August that she and her boyfriend of three years had quietly broken up earlier that year. In the cover story for Harper’s Bazaar‘s September 2022 issue, the Don’t Worry Darling star told the magazine, “We’ve been trying to do this separation without the world knowing, because it’s been a relationship that everybody has an opinion on. We just felt something like this would really do us the benefit of not having millions of people telling us how happy they are that we’re not together. So we’ve done that.” She said, “I automatically get a lumpy throat when I talk about it.”
Pugh also noted that just because her job is very public doesn’t mean her personal life is also up for discussion. “Whenever I feel like that line has been crossed in my life, whether it’s paparazzi taking private moments, or moments that aren’t even real, or gossip channels that encourage members of the public to share private moments of famous people walking down the street, I think it’s incredibly wrong,” she told Harper’s Bazaar at the time. “I don’t think that people, just because they have this job, that every aspect of their life should be watched and written about. We haven’t signed up for a reality TV show.”
These are the stories making headlines in fashion on Thursday.
Florence Pugh coversVogue‘s Winter 2023 issue In the cover story, the “Don’t Worry Darling” star spoke about her childhood, her relationship with Zach Braff, teenage struggles with mental distress and how she found love for acting. As told to Chloe Schama, Pugh said, “Being onstage is a different thing, because you’re in front of people who need to be entertained now.… And I know that when I do a play, it’s going to mean a different thing. Whereas if I’d done it five years ago, not as many people would’ve come. I suppose the more time that I’ve avoided it, the more the pressure builds.” {Vogue}
Supermodel Tatjana Patitz has died Supermodel Tatjana Patitz passed away at the age of 56. Patitz was best known for her work in the ’80s and ’90s and is deemed one of the original supermodels (though she was never a part of the “Big Six“). In an obituary by Laird Borrelli-Persson, Vogue remembers Patitz for her natural beauty and her allure that “was womanly and knowing.” Anna Wintoursaid, “Tatjana was always the European symbol of chic, like Romy Schneider-meets-Monica Vitti. She was far less visible than her peers — more mysterious, more grown-up, more unattainable — and that had its own appeal.” {Vogue}
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Are beauty influencer brands falling out of fashion? Kati Chitrakorn from Vogue Businessprovides insight into why once-popular influencer-led beauty brands are on the decline. Brands facing the consequences of lessened interest in influencers include Selfless by Hyram and Item Beauty (founded by Addison Rae) — both have been pulled out of Sephora. Morphe’s recent struggles offer another example. Maya Zawislak, strategic insight director at Kantar Worldpanel, said, “Consumers are becoming savvier, putting time into researching beauty products before making a purchase and substantiating claims before buying.” {Vogue Business}
Isabel Marant’s new logo and plan to scale “Parisienne” French label Isabel Marant is rebranding. As reported by Tamison O’Connor from Business of Fashion, the updated look will include a fresh logo and updated packaging. The revamp comes from a larger plan to set the label up to better compete against larger players in the luxury market. “It is a strong brand in terms of consumer love. It’s a brand of aficionados, so it’s a brand that can create that very strong [loyalty] without being a pure luxury player,” said Celia Friedman, managing director of the luxury division at strategy consulting firm Publicis Sapient. After exceeding sales and growth goals in 2022, Isabel Marant feels that it is in the right position to expand with new stores, sales goals and products. {Business of Fashion}
Entering a new era of cosmetics industry regulations As a result of the recent spending bill President Biden signed at the end of last year, the federal government has been given more power over the cosmetics industry per the “Modernization of Cosmetics Regulation Act of 2022.” Emma Sandler from Glossy reports that the act stems from continuous advocacy for higher standards of beauty regulations. Updated regulations include companies disclosing fragrance allergens, salon products disclosing ingredients and beauty product manufacturers registering within one year of enactment. Lindsay Dahl, chief impact officer at vitamin brand Ritual, said, “I am energized by how much progress was made with this legislation while simultaneously committed to getting other pieces passed to ensure cosmetics are safe for consumers.” {Glossy}
These are the stories making headlines in fashion on Wednesday.
Billie Eilish lands Vogue video cover, talks climate Vogue’s first-ever video cover star Billie Eilish spoke with eight climate activists, including Quannah Chasinghorse and Wawa Gatheru, on the future of the planet. The innovative video cover is a carousel of conversation, children signing and other aesthetic shots. Directed by Mike Mills, Eilish and the activists spoke about topics like climate anxiety, navigating academia and politics, leading grassroots campaigns and environmental racism. In the cover story, Eilish also reflected on her personal journey with her body, romance and current boyfriend Jesse Rutherford. {Vogue}
Independent designers brace for recession As a recession looms ever nearer in 2023, independent designers are bracing for lean times and doubling down on what sells in order to keep their businesses going. But it’s already been a challenging past few years for independent designers who may have been affected by supply chain issues or loss of sales to an e-commerce boom. On top of everything, investors are turning away from what’s considered a risky fashion investment. “It’s almost like a rule. When recession hits, stop investing in fashion because it’s [seen as] too unpredictable,” Gary Wassner, chief executive of luxury and fashion advisory Hilldun Corporation, told the Business of Fashion. {Business of Fashion}
Adidas and Thom Browne battle over stripes in court Adidas and Thom Browne are in the midst of a legal battle over each company’s trademarked stripes. Adidas, which trademarked its trio of parallel stripes that have been a brand signature since the 1940’s, claims that Thom Browne’s use of four parallel stripes is too similar. The German sportswear company is seeking $867,225 in damages in addition to $7 million in profits that Adidas alleges Thom Browne made while selling its own striped apparel and footwear. Thom Browne argues the delay in this complaint is too long since Adidas did not object when Thom Browne debuted four stripes in its 2008 fashion show. Plus, Thom Browne says customers aren’t actually confused that the brands are the same. {WWD}
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Christian Louboutin’s lawsuit against Amazon could hold the retailer accountable for counterfeits French shoe and accessory designer Christian Louboutin (of the iconic red-soled shoes) is taking Amazon to court. The suit alleges that the shopping giant should be liable for the sponsored posts featuring counterfeit Louboutin shoes that include the brand’s trademarked red soles. Brought forth in 2019 in Belgium and Luxembourg, the case is still being decided by E.U. courts. However, judges appeared sympathetic to Louboutin in preliminary ruling. Amazon historically hasn’t done much to stop counterfeits from being sold on its platform, which is one reason why most luxury and high-end designers have avoided it. Glossy.co found that searching “Gucci,” for example, populates results replete with counterfeits. Louboutin isn’t seeking money, but rather a change in Amazon’s ad policies that currently allow for ad hijacking. {Glossy}
In fashion, the top headlines of 2022 were brimming with excitement and chaos.
Scandals swept Balenciaga and any brand associated with the artist formerly known as Kanye West. Legislation offered a new pathway for sustainability in fashion. A new guard of creatives took the helm at some of the world’s most stories houses, while a recession loomed over the whole industry.
Ever since the pandemic struck in 2020, the years have felt as though they’ve all bled together. That’s certainly true for fashion news — so, we’re recapping the biggest headlines in the industry from 2022, from the biggest controversies to the most notable moments of progress.
Designers Act Amid Russia’s war on Ukraine
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In a major escalation of a longstanding conflict, Russia invaded Ukraine in late February, kicking off an intensified war that hasn’t stopped. The fashion industry responded with letters, donations and posts on social media. Vogue Ukraine called designers to action, while Granary — the fashion education platform founded by Ukrainian Central Saint Martins graduate Olya Kuryshchuk — shared an open letter urging the community to condemn Russia.
Groups like LVMH and Kering donated to aid groups like the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) and UN Refugee Agency (UNHCR), while some brands suspended business in Russia altogether. Meanwhile, designers like Demna took to the runway for messaging against the war (before the brand was embroiled in scandal).
Balenciaga ended the year not with a celebration, but with a series of apologetic statements.
The Kering-owned luxury brand released its Balenciaga Gift Shop campaign on Nov. 16, showing a range of new giftable items from the brand, “staged around children dressed in the Balenciaga Kids line” — however, it soon started trending, with many criticizing the photos showing children next to wine glasses, holding teddy bears in BDSM-reminiscent harnesses.
#BalenciagaGate only got more heat when people turned attention to its Spring 2023 campaign, released just a few days after on Nov. 21. The Joshua Bright-photographed imagery was set in an office, and among a variety of props strewn across a desk, there was a printed copy of the 2008 United States v. Williams decision on child pornography laws. More controversy ensued.
Every era in fashion has had its big names. Now, the industry is moving forward with a new guard of creatives taking seats at the helms of the world’s biggest, most influential houses.
Meanwhile, we’re seeing some of the most powerful names in fashion step back. Riccardo Tisci showed his final Burberry collection in September, and has been replaced by Daniel Lee. Alessandro Michele, who ushered in a new era of extravagance at Gucci, stepped down in November, after seven years at the helm and two decades at the brand. That month, Raf Simons also announced the closure of his eponymous label after 27 years in business.
Known for his encyclopedic knowledge of the industry and larger-than-life presence, Talley was creative director and then editor-at-large at Vogue, responsible for some must-read columns that inspired the next generation and becoming one of the first Black editors to reach the top of the masthead.
Raised in the Jim Crow South, Talley detailed his ascension in fashion and the racism he had to work against in his memoir, “The Chiffon Trenches.” He peeled back the curtain with language as entertaining as it is profound, welcoming wonder in a world often guarded by walls. He ushered in a new guard of dreamers, building his audience and developing close ties with educational institutions like SCAD.
As Fashionista reported, size diversity on the runway regressed in 2022, with the number of New York Fashion Week shows featuring non-sample-sized models dwindling from past seasons, after this issue had become such a talking point pre-pandemic. With runways often being in the market of what’s in and what’s cool, the exclusion of different bodies served as a disappointment.
Sustainability’s next frontier
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The fashion industry is notoriously under-regulated, but a new chapter is on the horizon in the U.S., with legislation presenting a path forward for the conversation around sustainability.
… All the while, Kardashian was laughing her way to the bank, by way of Skims, which reached a $3.2 billion valuation in 2022, thanks to new funding and ever-loving fans.
“This latest round will allow us to focus on bringing more innovations and solutions to our customers and become even more of a trusted resource for them,” Kardashian told Fortune.
Since launching in 2019, Skims has found rapid success in shapewear and loungewear, with the pandemic catapulting its cozier categories. This year, the brand also took home the inaugural CFDA Innovation Award presented by Amazon at the trade organization’s annual ceremony.
Patagonia literally gave itself away as a company in the name of environmental preservation and sustainability: This year, American rock climber-turned-businessman Yvon Chouinard transferred ownership of the brand he founded to a trust and nonprofit. The company said it was “going purpose” instead of “going public,” making Earth its main shareholder — a first-of-its-kind move.
The year of the ‘nepo baby’
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For the (somehow) uninitiated, “nepo babies” are relatives of successful, famous or otherwise well-connected people who then end up successful, famous or otherwise well-connected. In 2022, they got called out on online and on the front pages of magazines, with the connections that may have helped them reach their heights of career success being called into question.
Of course, fashion has always lovednepo babies, from Hadids to Jenners to Gerbers. And every year, there’s a new class to look out for in campaigns or sitting in the front row at a Miu Miu show.
Rihanna’s maternity style
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Rihanna has changed any and every new space she’s entered, so it’s no surprise she had the same effect on maternity style as she flaunted her pregnancy in the first half of 2022.
Rather than opting for clothes that covered up her growing bump, the Fenty founder refused to tone down sexiness or her own style. That meant: beaded halter tops, vintage Chanel, diamond belly chains and more. She even got “maternity crop tops” to trend.
Even after their split, Fox continued serving looks, becoming a TikTok star and highlighting emerging designers. She opened LaQuan Smith’s Fall 2022 show and was crowned one of Fashionista’s best dressed celebrities in 2022. She took the cake in ambitious dressing, daring any fan to take it up a notch and dream bigger through their clothes.
This year’s covers saw everything from fashion fantasies and illustrative political statements to career revivals and retirement announcements; from Lizzo in Bad Binch TongTong and Beyoncé in Harris Reed atop a horse to Nicole Kidman in the now-infamous Miu Miu micro set. There were less gray gradient backdrops from Vogue and a lot more color through styling, set design and makeup (not to mention casting), perhaps signifying a shift in direction of fashion’s perspective. It’s fair to say 2022 brought the best of the best from our favorite magazines.
Browse our picks for the most memorable covers of 2022 below:
So much for reconnecting with an old flame on Facebook.
Jennifer Lopez revealed in a new interview with Vogue on Tuesday that she and Ben Affleck rekindled their early aughts relationship over email after nearly 20 years apart.
Affleck, who’d just split with his pandemic flame, Ana de Armas, reached out to the “Marry Me” actor after she and Alex Rodriguez broke off their engagement.
According to Vogue’s summary of the events, Affleck told Lopez that another magazine reached out for a comment about her, “and he wanted her to know that he had provided a rave.” The magazine said the two continued to talk after the initial email and began visiting each other’s homes.
“Obviously, we weren’t trying to go out in public,” Lopez said. “But I never shied away from the fact that for me, I always felt like there was a real love there, a true love there. People in my life know that he was a very, very special person in my life. When we reconnected, those feelings for me were still very real.”
Affleck and Lopez attend the Los Angeles screening of “Marry Me” on Feb. 8 in Los Angeles.
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“Not to discredit anything in between that happened because all those things were real too,” she said. “All we’ve ever wanted was to kind of come to a place of peace in our lives where we really felt that type of love that you feel when you’re very young and wonder if you can have that again.”
After a bathtub proposal and two weddings (one in Vegas, one in Georgia), the two are now working on blending their families.
“The transition is a process that needs to be handled with so much care,” Lopez said of her twins Emme and Max, who she shares with ex-Marc Anthony. Affleck has three children ― Violet, Seraphina and Samuel ― whom he shares with Jennifer Garner.
“They have so many feelings. They’re teens. But it’s going really well so far,” she said, adding that Garner is “an amazing co-parent, and they work really well together.”
Lopez wears a Valentino Haute Couture dress in her December 2022 cover photo for Vogue.
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Their children played a sweet role at the couple’s second wedding in Georgia, which Lopez detailed in her newsletter, “On the JLo,” in September.
All five kids walked down the aisle ahead of the singer and stood with their parents during the wedding ceremony.
“We weren’t only marrying one another; we were marrying these children into a new family,” Lopez wrote in her newsletter. “They were the only people we asked to stand up for us in our wedding party. To our great honor and joy, each one did.”
To read more of Lopez’s profile, head to Vogue. The magazine’s December issue hits newsstands on Nov. 15.
The singer opens up about her and Ben Affleck’s marriage in a candid new interview with Vogue.
The magazine mentions that The New York Times published an opinion piece calling Lopez out for taking Affleck’s name not long after they tied the knot in July.
The actress insists, “What? Really? People are still going to call me Jennifer Lopez. But my legal name will be Mrs. Affleck because we’re joined together. We’re husband and wife. I’m proud of that. I don’t think that’s a problem.”
Jennifer Lopez. PHOTOGRAPHY BY ANNIE LEIBOVITZ Jennifer Lopez. PHOTOGRAPHY BY ANNIE LEIBOVITZ
She laughs of the possibility of Affleck becoming Mr. Lopez, “No! It’s not traditional. It doesn’t have any romance to it. It feels like it’s a power move, you know what I mean? I’m very much in control of my own life and destiny and feel empowered as a woman and as a person.
“I can understand that people have their feelings about it, and that’s okay, too. But if you want to know how I feel about it, I just feel like it’s romantic. It still carries tradition and romance to me, and maybe I’m just that kind of girl.”
Lopez and Affleck first started dating in 2002, before getting engaged that year and splitting in 2004.
While they were broken up, Affleck was married to Jennifer Garner from 2005-2018. They’re parents to Violet, 16, Seraphina, 13, and Samuel, 10, while Lopez shares 14-year-old twins Emme and Max with ex-husband Marc Anthony, whom she was married to from 2004-2014.
Lopez’s nearest and dearest are well aware that Affleck has always held a special place in her heart. After the musician split from Alex Rodriguez in early 2021 and Affleck came out of a relationship with Ana de Armas, the actor got in touch with Lopez after being asked for a comment about her by a magazine.
“Obviously we weren’t trying to go out in public,” she explains of them keeping in touch. “But I never shied away from the fact that for me, I always felt like there was a real love there, a true love there. People in my life know that he was a very, very special person in my life. When we reconnected, those feelings for me were still very real.”
She shares of their rekindled romance, “I don’t know that I recommend this for everybody. Sometimes you outgrow each other, or you just grow differently. The two of us, we lost each other and found each other.
“Not to discredit anything in between that happened, because all those things were real too. All we’ve ever wanted was to kind of come to a place of peace in our lives where we really felt that type of love that you feel when you’re very young and wonder if you can have that again. Does it exist? Is it real? All those questions that I think everyone has.
“You go through all these relationships, and you’re searching and you’re connecting and you’re disconnecting with people, and you’re like, God, is this just what life is? Like a carousel, roller coaster, carnival ride? And then it settles. But the journey to that is the mystery for everybody.”
It’s no secret that men have finally discovered that they can have fashionable fun on the red carpet in something other than a run-of-the-mill tuxedo. Brad Pitt’s skirt, Chris Pine’s dapper Venice Film Festival ensemble, Timothee Freaking Chalamet in general. The latest ideology is that life is too short not to wear a fun outfit.
And we don’t just need to celebrate the daring red jumpsuit from Timothee or the avant-garde dress Harry Styles styled on the cover of Vogue…It’s those capricious flares of style and personality on display in Timothee Chalamet’s Vivienne Westwood choker for the Bones & All premiere. The shirtless look paired with the white, wide lapel suit.
There isn’t a set uniform like a tuxedo and standard gown for red carpets – or even real life – anymore. It starts with big statements like men in dresses, but causes people to take more subtle risks like accessorizing their outfit.
Seeing big names like Timothee or Brad can influence many others to make bold fashion choices the norm. You don’t really blink twice anymore if you see a guy wearing multiple rings, it’s just a cool fashion statement.
Jewelry is a great way to dress up your normal style without completely switching your wardrobe around. Trends don’t often vary as much for men, so the clothing options can feel limited…how are you supposed to switch up your style if the shirts are all the same?
An easy and much more affordable route is accessorizing to your liking. Adding a few rings here or a chain there can elevate your look instantly. Jewelry is no longer for the girls only.
You don’t have to have a dramatic change to switch up your style and renew your outfit completely. The simplest of accessories can be the key to refreshing your wardrobe this fall without having to try too hard. The biggest question you’ll have to ask yourself is gold or silver?
This fall, we’re choosing simple accessories as the staple for every man’s closet. It’s the perfect solution to spicing up any old outfit. Instead of your normal baseball hat, try a chain this season.
Vivienne Westwood Man. Mini Bas Relief Orb Pendant Necklace
Channeling your inner Timothee, this Vivienne Westwood chain and planet charm is a simple take on a classic. The gunmetal shade matches everything and it’s the perfect chain for everyday wear.
Miansai Pax Ring
A simple gold ring isn’t too flashy, but gets the job done. The black enamel detail is vintage-inspired with a modern edge that can match any outfit.
Mejuri Curb Chain Bracelet
The curb chain is the perfect chain that is thick enough to make a statement without being too gaudy. Stack this curb chain on top of a watch for a more accessorized look, or wear it by itself as a statement.
ASOS DESIGN 2 Pack Layered Neckchain With Cross
asos has the more affordable jewelry that will last you a long time. It doesn’t look cheap, and you can get two necklaces to wear separately or together.
ASOS DESIGN Midweight Curb Chain
Michael B. Jordan at the Los Angeles Premiere Of Amazon Prime Video’s ‘The Lord Of The Rings: The Rings Of Power’
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Again, a take on the classic chain. You can never go wrong with a simple silver chain, especially when you pair it with different jewelry like rings and bracelets.
If Michael B. Jordan enhances his look with a simple iced out chain and stud earrings, you can too. Men’s accessories are a great way to step out of your comfort zone to switch up your style this fall.
