Fashion Impulse Mania

Image Source: YouTube users Victoria Monét, Dmitry Fedkiv; Getty / Mark Mainz, Theo Wargo A full embrace of impracticality is one of the hallmarks of 2000s fashion . Jeans were cut low past the pubic bone with no regard or support for the stomachs above them. Men's shorts were oversize and worn in the most inconvenient location: just underneath the butt, secured with a belt desperately clinging to thighs with every swaggered stride. They stopped just above the ankles - pants with an identity crisis. Baby T-shirt sleeves burrowed deep into your armpit, greedy, apparently, for sweat stains. Not a drop of functionality was to be found in these garments. But they weren't meant to make sense - the aesthetic is what folks were after. And this rang true for one of the decade's most recognizable looks: the jersey dress. The trend, as a 2003 New York Times article tells it, was birthed from a place of necessity. For capitalists, that is. At the time, Mitchell & Ness , a spor...

Wands at the ready: Noah Cyrus's sheer knit dress and matching face covering already have the internet talking, drawing comparisons to the heavily cloaked dementors from Harry Potter . After posting the haunting outfit from her Boise concert in an Aug. 30 Instagram gallery, commenters began to point out similarities (although we've never seen a dementor look this chic). While the creatures in the series also hide their faces beneath dark hoods, Cyrus's "dementor-core" was certainly much more fashionable. She wrapped her entire head and neck in a translucent dark blue material, later ditching the headpiece altogether in order to sing more freely. Cyrus's matching sleeveless dress - from the brand 1111 - was also a far cry from the tattered cloaks in the wizarding world, featuring delicate knit ruffle details and a flowy asymmetrical skirt that accentuated all of her movements onstage. She went on to share another outfit from her performance in Spokane, WA, d...

View this post on Instagram A post shared by Salma Hayek Pinault (@salmahayek) Salma Hayek is vacationing in Mexico, where the 56-year-old "House of Gucci" actress has already shown off a slew of sultry swimwear. Most recently, she posed on a staircase in a navy blue lace-up bikini top and matching Chintz crochet maxi skirt from Zimmermann. While her swim bottom isn't visible, the blue-and-cream fringed skirt retails for $695 online , and is part of a two-piece resort set made for the beach. Hayek appeared effortless as ever, seemingly make-up-free, with her curly brown hair down and parted at the center. The sunlight peered in through the windows behind her, providing natural light for the portrait that she posted on Instagram . Her lips appeared to be painted a soft pink, and her nails boasted a white manicure. Hayek positioned her skirt low on the hips to draw attention to her waistline, while her plunging halter put her...

After constantly rewatching Sophia Richie Grainge 's TikTok page, my feed has been flooded with quiet luxury fashion inspiration , and I'm officially engrossed in LuxuryTok. Although I enjoy watching luxury bloggers review the most coveted handbags (yes, specifically the Hermes Birkin journey ), I've noticed a niche intersection of quiet luxury meets midrange designer bags that exude contemporary and innovative design and European craftsmanship. One brand I've been seeing all over my social feeds, and on the streets of NYC is Senreve , specifically the effortless and elevated Cadence Crossbody ($695). As someone who almost exclusively wears crossbody bags , I was immediately drawn to it, but what really piqued my interest is how it can convert into a shoulder bag. After seeing the rave reviews on the quality and versatility of Senreve's Cadence Crossbody, I had to try it out for myself, and I chose to go with the pebbled genuine leather in cream. What I Like Ab...

When it comes to shopping for that "perfect" swimsuit , it can seem like a daunting challenge to browse every brand and site across the internet. But thankfully, we've done the hard work for you and have rounded up a few of our favorites ahead. When it comes to selecting the right suit, you'll want to think about your personal swimsuit requirements. While you want something that's flattering, stylish, and comfortable, you also want one that will make you feel your very best. Most of the time, that comes down to fit, and not all suits are made the same. To help you find a style that you'll be excited to wear on your next vacation , or any time you find yourself relaxing by the water, we enlisted Kalani Miller, swimwear expert and cofounder of Mikoh , for expert recommendations on the year's biggest swimwear trends, along with what shoppers should consider when scoping out the best swimsuit for their body type. What to Consider When Shopping Out the Best ...

Friends don't let friends wear zebra print alone. While filming "America's Got Talent" on Aug. 29, Sofía Vergara and Heidi Klum stepped out in unexpectedly coordinated zebra print outfits. The two judges and self-described besties looked straight out of the wild, with Vergara strutting her stuff in a plunging zebra striped jumpsuit, and Klum dancing around in a sequin Halpern Studio minidress embellished with panels of multicolor zebra stripes. "My Sister 🥰 Love you," Klum captioned an Instagram post , sitting next to Vergara in their wild ensembles. With her animal theme in mind, Vergara decided to go big or go home. Styled by Rhonda Spies , she went all out with her head-to-toe striped look, keeping the theme going strong with silver and black bangles, sparkly earrings, and a matching black and white ring. She finished the look with a crystal silver belt cinched right at the waist. Klum's take was a bit more subtle by comparison, but the inspiratio...

View this post on Instagram A post shared by Emily Ratajkowski (@emrata) While the anticipation for fall is quickly rising, there are some of us who are enjoying every last bit of summer until Sept. 21 - model Emily Ratajkowski included. On Aug. 20, she offered us a glimpse at what seems to be a swimwear collection full of the tiniest thongkinis in a mini Instagram photo dump as she posed barefoot in her well-lit kitchen. Like other celebrities, including Lori Harvey and Kendall Jenner, Ratajkowski embraced the popular trend in a multicolored two-piece bikini that featured a traditional triangle halter top and a high-cut thong bottom in the shade Foguinho, from her coveted swimwear brand, Inamorata . As she played carefree with her free-flowing, warm red gaur, the "My Body" author went with a natural face free of makeup and accessorized with a long turquoise pendant necklace that was wrapped multiple times around her neck. T...

Anitta was feeling rebellious during a trip to Mexico City on Aug. 28. Following the release of her single "Used to Be" on Aug. 4, the singer stepped out in a "sl*t" halter top that doubled as a choker necklace. She completed the outfit with strappy, heeled sandals and a pair of optical-illusion cargo pants, which she later swapped out for a matching leather miniskirt. "Used to be one but I ain't no more," Anitta captioned photos of herself in the daring look on Instagram. A notable divergence from some of her recent fashion escapades - including her thongkini collection on vacation - Anitta's outfit elicited the defiant energy of the early-2000s punk-rock scene. Her Namilia halter top was composed of vegan leather and featured silver ring detailing that continued up and around the thick choker design. Anitta styled the piece with a pair of POU cargo pants complete with multiple pockets and a plunging zipper that created the illusion of layered...

Michelle Obama never misses (and we're not just talking tennis). On Aug. 28, the former first lady and author attended the first day of the 2023 US Open in a full denim Oscar de la Renta midi dress. She watched the game with her husband, former President Barack Obama, giving a better look at the dress's sweetheart neckline and classic black cardigan she wore on top. The sleeveless A-line design featured medium-wash denim, a pleated skirt, and a carefully structured bodice with visible stitching. Obama accessorized with black espadrille Chloé wedges, silver hoop earrings, and a black beaded bracelet. She styled her hair in a high ponytail. After watching Coco Gauff's first round win, she delivered a speech to honor Billie Jean King and commemorate 50 years of equal prize money for female tennis players, and she looked good while doing it. "When our rights hang in the balance, we all have a choice to make-we can't wait around for someone to fight our battles for...

Strawberry girl fashion is an acquired taste. Since declaring it a " strawberry girl summer " via Instagram on Aug. 2, Hailey Bieber has committed to the bit in its entirety. The Rhode founder and queen of food-centric aesthetics (see: her "glazed-donut" nails and "latte" makeup ), leaned into her new summer style leading up to the launch of her limited-edition Strawberry Glaze Peptide Lip Treatment. With her perfectly planned red outfits and berry makeup, she seems to be influencing the entire internet . . . but perhaps not Justin. While out in New York City on Aug. 28, Justin looked less than thrilled as he accompanied Hailey in some of her best strawberry style yet. While she dressed to the nines in a bright red strapless minidress, red heels, and statement strawberry earrings (just in case you missed the memo), Justin was quite casual. His manifestation of strawberry girl summer? A scrunched gray hoodie, matching sweat shorts, pink trucker hat, and ...

Image Source: Getty / Axelle / Bauer-Griffin / FilmMagic Dua Lipa proves less is more with her latest summer ensemble. On Aug. 27, the singer looked ready to hit the runway in a pair of designer micro shorts made for summer vacation. The $3,600 Miu Miu shorts featured a cheeky, high-cut silhouette and a matching suede belt fitted with a gold-tone buckle. Reminiscent of the hot pants trend of the 1970s (and later the '90s), Lipa's look was the ultimate nod to retro summer style. "Sun bum," she captioned photos of her outfit on Instagram. Lipa isn't the only celebrity to experiment with the teeny-tiny shorts trend in recent months: Billie Eilish and Millie Bobby Brown both previously gave the trend their stamp of approval. Something about Lipa's choice to style the shorts so casually, though, accentuated the dramatic silhouette. She paired the bottoms with a ribbed Miu Miu tank top in ivory and silver jewelry, including a rhinestone necklace, a delicate wa...

A picture speaks a thousand words, and Bad Bunny's necklace says it all. In a video posted to Instagram Stories on Aug. 27, the rapper showed off a delicate gold chain with a golden "K" initial charm, presumably for his rumored girlfriend, Kendall Jenner . In fact, the necklace might just be a gift from Jenner herself, with fans saying she wore the exact same jewelry for a September 2022 Vogue video, per E! News . Although the two have kept the status of their relationship mostly private, they've seemed to be getting more comfortable in the public eye, recently stepping out for date night and showing some PDA at a Drake concert . Who knew it would be a necklace to finally make them Instagram official? As Bad Bunny filmed himself singing along to "Los Que Son" in the car, he gave his followers a better look at the necklace, featuring simple hammered gold and a dainty chain. Jenner also wore the necklace on "The Kardashians" season two , suggesti...

It has been quite a while since I last owned a pair of flats. During my middle and high school years, I exclusively wore them, mainly to appear "shorter." (No easy feat at 5'10".) However, as I entered college and beyond, I made the switch to wearing heels - only to swiftly realize that this alone isn't sustainable either. In the years since, my worries about footwear have honestly faded away, opening up numerous possibilities. Cue: the Old Navy Mary Jane Square-Toe Ballet Flats ($25; plus 30 percent off at checkout). With the revival of ballet flats and Mary Janes , I've been eyeing this particular fusion of both styles for a few weeks now. They swiftly sold out in not one but all three colors and I took the subsequent feeling of regret as a sign to add them to my virtual shopping cart. Find out more about my firsthand experience testing them below. What I Love About the Old Navy Mary Jane Square-Toe Ballet Flats What stands out to me the most about th...