Marks and Spencer has always been the kind of shop that people trust without thinking too hard about it. A reliable source for everyday basics, food staples, and the occasional bag of Percy Pigs. What it has become over the past few years is something rather different, and the fashion industry has taken notice.
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Mariah Carey arrived at Tiffany and Co.'s Blue Book Gala in New York City in a floor-length off-the-shoulder white gown that managed to be both sweeping and restrained. There were no dramatic cutouts or excessive embellishments. The dress did its work through silhouette alone, fitted through the bodice with a cinched waist highlighted by a…
Somewhere along the way, the idea took hold that looking good and spending money were the same thing. The rise of luxury fashion made it worse. When brands attach four-figure price tags to basics, it becomes easy to conflate the cost of clothing with the quality of style. Those two things are not the same,…
There is a version of comfortable dressing that reads as intentional, and a version that reads as having run out of ideas. The difference usually comes down to fit, fabric, and whether the pieces you own actually work together. The 10 items below lean toward the former. They are affordable, widely sized, and built for…
Fashion wardrobe that feels current and intentional does not require a designer budget. Some of the most versatile, eye-catching pieces available right now are sitting comfortably under the $35 mark and they are the kind of finds that look like they cost considerably more. Whether the goal is a polished office look, a relaxed weekend…
Singer, songwriter and television personality Kandi Burruss has long been known for blending glamour with effortless wearability. Whether she is stepping onto a red carpet or heading out for a casual day in the city, her outfits often strike a balance between polished and approachable. Her latest appearance in New York City …
Looking expensive has less to do with labels and more to do with presentation. The difference often lies in how an outfit is styled, maintained and carried. A well put together look creates the illusion of luxury, even when the pieces themselves are affordable.
Fashion has shifted toward a more refined approach. Instead of chasing…

