FASHION

Coats and jackets living together in harmony.

Coat vs. Jacket: What’s the Difference?

Though not everyone recognizes the technical difference between coats and jackets, Lands’ End definitely does.

7 Facts About the Real J. Peterman and His Mail Order Clothing Catalog

Yes, J. Peterman is a real mail order catalog magnate. And yes, he's real-life friends with the not-so-real Peterman.

Tom Cruise feels the need for speed. And Ray-Bans.

When Tom Cruise Saved the Ray-Ban Brand

Tom Cruise's charisma helped salvage an iconic-but-dying pair of sunglasses. Two of them, actually. (Cue maniacal laughter.)

Blue Staid ’Dos: How Blue Became Old Ladies’ Hair Color of Choice

Platinum blonde locks were first popularized by Jean Harlow, but older women quickly co-opted the trend.

11 Fun Face Masks That Show Off Your Love of Books

We have compiled 11 book-themed face masks showing off banned books, library cards, and famous characters like Mr. Darcy.

When America Was Besotted With the Bedazzler

The Bedazzler—a rhinestone-stamping arts and crafts tool—promised to turn plain pairs of jeans into designer duds. If you squinted.

Ripped denim and bellbottoms have some unusual origins.

The Surprising Origins of 9 Jean Trends

From high-waisted denim and ultra-wide legs to extreme cut-outs and double denim, jeans have seen their fair share of dubious trends (and outright fashion disasters). Here are nine (sometimes embarrassing) demin trends and where they came from.

Linda Evans goes big in the shoulder department in Dynasty.

A Wide Difference: When Shoulder Pads Reshaped the 1980s

The foam fashion accessory widened female frames in the go-go '80s, but its critics charged it was much ado about stuffing.

A Harry Potter mood lamp from Toynk, the Buckingham Backpack from Herschel, and a Dash air fryer from Wayfair.

The Best Black Friday and Cyber Monday Deals on Electronics, Clothing, Kitchen Products, and More

This Black Friday and Cyber Monday, check out the best deals on the internet from places like Moosejaw, iRobot, and more.

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The Thoughtful Reason Behind Queen Elizabeth II's Bright Wardrobe

Bright colors have become part of Queen Elizabeth II's signature style, but they're more than an aesthetic preference.

Bremont's New Stephen Hawking Watch Contains Pieces of the Late Scientist's Desk

Keep Stephen Hawking's memory alive with a watch made from pieces of his beloved desk, with proceeds supporting The Stephen Hawking Foundation.

Old Navy is encouraging employees to lend a hand on Election Day.

Old Navy Will Pay Its Employees to Work the Polls in November

Old Navy is motivating its more than 50,000 employees to come out in force for Election Day on November 3.

Jim Carrey, one hideous bowl cut, and Jeff Daniels star in Dumb and Dumber (1994).

The Unkindest Cut: A History of the Bowl Cut

While toddlers are often seen sporting this definite fashion don't, a number of adults have rocked the look—dating all the way back to the Middle Ages.

The great thing about Zoom is that it's almost impossible for people to tell if you're wearing pajamas.

An Illinois School District Has Banned Fully Remote Students From Wearing Pajamas While Learning

Enforcing a school dress code for remote learning will be difficult, especially since nobody can see your pants on Zoom anyway.

Who Were the Actual Brooks Brothers?

Four actual brothers formed the Brooks Brothers clothing brand after their father had started the menswear business in 1818. It survived scandal and changing styles—but the current economic downturn may be a different story.

A Wily Fox With a Passion for Fashion Stole More Than 100 Shoes From a Berlin Neighborhood

This furry burglar has embarked on a crime spree that puts Dora the Explorer’s Swiper completely to shame.

Zappos Is Now Selling Single Shoes and Mixed-Size Pairs, Making Its Offerings More Accessible

Zappos is making its shoes more accessible to customers with differently-sized feet, amputations, and prosthetics.

What’s the Difference Between a Tiara and a Crown?

There’s a reason that Meghan Markle’s first time sporting a tiara (borrowed from Queen Elizabeth II) was on her wedding day.

Slap Wraps bracelets swept the nation in the fall of 1990.

Slap Happy: The Slap Bracelet Phenomenon of 1990

In the fall of 1990, kids annoyed teachers with slap bracelets that instantly curled around their wrists. They also resulted in instant litigation.

Fanny DeVito: The Danny DeVito Fanny Pack You Never Knew You Needed Has Arrived

'It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia' star Danny DeVito has been inexplicably reproduced in fanny pack form, continuing 2020's trend of weird.

Fruit of the Loom is helping health professionals meet equipment needs.

Fruit of the Loom Gears Up to Produce Protective Masks for Medical Professionals

The underwear company is joining other clothing manufacturers to help get medical supplies to professionals in need.

Vans's new autism awareness collection of slip-on sneakers.

Vans’s New Autism Awareness Sneaker Collection Features Sensory-Inclusive Elements

Vans' new slip-on sneakers feature cool color palettes and a variety of visually appealing, tactile designs.

"Forest Elf" is now a Pantone color and that means it's finally time to make a Lord of the Rings shrine out of your spare room.

Pantone Just Added 315 New Colors to Its Fashion, Home, and Interiors System

We’re thrilled to introduce Water Ballet, Forest Elf, Downtown Brown, and a few hundred more new Pantone colors.

If you need warmer winter clothes, now is the time to pick some up at Backcountry

Backcountry Is Offering Up to 60 Percent Off Winter Jackets, Hiking Pants, and More

From down jackets to waterproof hiking boots, Backcountry is offering big savings on winter essentials for a limited time.

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