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Early on, Alia supplied Lookfantastic with around 3,000 specially made 10ml fragrances for its advent calendar — assuming it would influence the decisions of further retailers and consumers to buy into the brand. While the initiative put the product into thousands of consumers’ hands, it didn’t directly drive sales. “I was so excited, because it was right at the beginning of the journey. We were getting the product into the hands of around 3,000 people, which was really fun,” Nafousi says. “But it was also quite a big expense.”There were exceptions. Violet Grey, the US beauty retailer known for its…

As 2026 comes to a close, so does a banner year for Anthony Vaccarello. The Belgian fashion designer capped off his decade-long tenure as Saint Laurent’s creative director in September with a poetic expression of time and longevity, translated through a series of gilded styles, before announcing his departure last month. And now he’s ending the year with yet another monumental achievement, earning the title of International Designer of the Year at the 2026 CFDA Awards. What better way to celebrate this honor than arriving alongside his bevy of modern Saint Laurent muses, Zoë Kravitz, Hailey Bieber, Rosé, and Anja…

Tonight, the 2026 CFDA Awards brought out the the best and brightest in American style. A-listers and industry insiders alike gathered together at the American Museum of Natural History in New York City to honor fashion’s foremost innovators and creators. The awards are always a great moment for recognizing the brands leading the pack now, and a bellwether for which emerging designers are set to take off in the year ahead. With actress Keke Palmer hosting, the show itself promised to be a thoroughly entertaining affair.But, before the honors were handed out—including, the international designer of the year award to…

The CFDA Fashion Awards are, first and foremost, about fashion. Duh. And Hailey Bieber certainly wasn’t going to let the occasion pass without wowing onlookers in a runway-ready outfit. The Rhode founder arrived at the November 2 ceremony in New York City wearing a gold brocade Saint Laurent ensemble by Anthony Vaccarello, serving maximalist glamour without going into campy territory. But as spectacular as the garb was, her beauty look couldn’t possibly be ignored.Bieber’s espresso brown hair looked darker than ever, with glossy, center-parted lengths falling loosely around her face. And as if the color wasn’t gleaming and rich enough…

With another year of fashionable moments nearly behind us, the industry’s elite gathered to celebrate those responsible for creating them. The Council of Fashion Designers of America held its annual ceremony on Monday, Nov. 2 at NYC’s Museum of Natural History, and as usual, its highly anticipated red carpet did not disappoint. Ahead of the event’s honors, the best celebrity looks at the 2026 CFDA Awards just kept rolling in with expressions of on-trend themes — namely archival treasures, bold prints, and soft silhouettes.Unlike traditional award shows, the CFDAs are always a time to expect the unexpected. Still, many celebs…

By now, we know that scalp care is haircare. As excepted, then, the days I let my routine slip and I don’t tend to my scalp are when my hair will look dull, dry, flaky, and overall just “meh.” Before I reach for a serum or some sort of scalp mask, I look to the one product that really is the foundation of my hair routine: a good scalp shampooVogue’s Favorite Shampoos for Scalp Care:Over time, I’ve learned that picking a shampoo for your scalp really depends on what you’re looking to treat. Is your scalp super oily? Are you…

Turns out, the iconic piece of pop culture was sourced from the professional vintage dealer Timeless Vixen—a celebrity favorite that Sabrina Carpenter and Kylie Jenner also use for their extremely rare red carpet pulls. “When Keke’s styling team reached out looking for something special by Bob Mackie, this piece immediately came to mind,” says Lauren Lepire, owner of Timeless Vixen. “I’ve always adored his work, and with his recent passing, it’s especially meaningful to see Keke bring such an iconic design back into the spotlight.”Fashion lost Mackie back in September, and the late designer—known for his impeccable, expressive glitz—was responsible…

On Monday evening in New York, a starry crowd gathered to toast the crème of American fashion at the 2026 CFDA Awards.Hosted at the American Museum of Natural History by one Keke Palmer, the event saw a teeming group of creatives honored for their contributions to the industry. These included Tony Burch, who received this year’s Positive Change Award; photographers Inez van Lamsweerde & Vinoodh Matadin fêted with the Geoffrey Beene Lifetime Achievement Award; and Anthony Vaccarello, whom the CFDA recognized with the International Designer of the Year Award as he wraps a decade-long tenure at Saint Laurent.But before they…

Step two is a retinol treatment that “is working more gradually on cell turnover, texture and fine lines,” she says. It also contains ectoin and allantoin to soothe and support skin, which is especially important when you’re using multiple active ingredients. Because both steps contain potent active ingredients, start slowly rather than using them every night, especially if your skin is dry or sensitive.Frequently Asked QuestionsWhat are chemical exfoliators?Chemical exfoliators are active ingredients that help loosen the bonds between dead skin cells, allowing them to shed and reveal newer and healthier cells beneath, according to Tiffany J. Libby, MD, a…

Frequently Asked QuestionsWhat’s the difference between a lip gloss and a glossy balm?“To be honest, I think a glossy balm to one brand could be a lip gloss to another; it really depends on the marketing. I think glosses usually target high shine and usually impart color onto the lips, while glossy balms focus more on nourishing the lips while adding shine, but a lot of ingredients in these two products are the same.”What are some ingredients to look out for in a good lip gloss?“Hydrogenated polyisobutene is not a very sexy sounding ingredient, but it is a polymer that…