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Met Gala Fashion: Looking back at some of the most iconic looks from the annual soiree
Read full article: Met Gala Fashion: Looking back at some of the most iconic looks from the annual soireeOn the first Monday of May, A-list celebrities gather at the steps of the Metropolitan Museum of Art for the Met Gala, a fundraiser for the iconic museum that has turned into one of the most exclusive and talked about fashion runways in the world.
Spurs’ Victor Wembanyama featured on Louis Vuitton billboard on South Side
Read full article: Spurs’ Victor Wembanyama featured on Louis Vuitton billboard on South SideSpurs’ Victor Wembanyama has been named the newest ambassador of Louis Vuitton. Wembanyama says the partnership represents “French excellence” in an interview with GQ Magazine.
Victor Wembanyama becomes Louis Vuitton’s newest ambassador
Read full article: Victor Wembanyama becomes Louis Vuitton’s newest ambassadorSpurs’ Victor Wembanyama has been named the newest ambassador of Louis Vuitton. Wembanyama says the partnership represents “French excellence” in an interview with GQ Magazine.
Whataburger, Academy launch second product line with apparel, outdoor gear, drinkware and more
Read full article: Whataburger, Academy launch second product line with apparel, outdoor gear, drinkware and moreWhataburger and Academy Sports + Outdoors released the Magellan Outdoors x Whataburger co-branded line that includes shirts, shorts, caps, drinkware, bikes and outdoor games. The products are for children, women and men.
San Antonio teen in finals of Duck Tape competition with groovy tux
Read full article: San Antonio teen in finals of Duck Tape competition with groovy tuxThe Duck Tape Scholarship is a nationwide competition that has been around for 22 years and offers students a chance to earn a 10,000 Grand Prize scholarship.
Our favorite looks from the 2022 Met Gala
Read full article: Our favorite looks from the 2022 Met GalaIt feels like the last Met Gala just happened (the delayed event took place in September of last year), but that wasn’t stopping Vogue Editor-In-Chief Anna Wintour from throwing a party for fashion’s biggest night on he first Monday of May like she normally does.
Stevens High School students, Goodwill San Antonio host Fiesta sustainable fashion show
Read full article: Stevens High School students, Goodwill San Antonio host Fiesta sustainable fashion showFiesta San Antonio kicks off next week and leading up to the fun Stevens High School students have created some fashion designs to help Goodwill San Antonio.
Ways you can turn clothing, shoes and other items in your closet into cash
Read full article: Ways you can turn clothing, shoes and other items in your closet into cashWork wardrobes have been sitting mostly idle since March 2020 when the pandemic hit. With many still working remotely, now may be the time to cash in on some of those office outfits that are just hanging in the closet.
All the best looks from the 2021 Met Gala
Read full article: All the best looks from the 2021 Met GalaThe Met Gala in September? Thanks to COVID-19, the annual event (which hasn’t happened since 2019) was pushed back from May, and boy did the celebrities step out Monday night in their wildest fashion game.
Time to say goodbye to those sweatpants: If you’re going back to work IRL and not sure what to wear, start here
Read full article: Time to say goodbye to those sweatpants: If you’re going back to work IRL and not sure what to wear, start hereMaybe you’re preparing to return to in-person work. Perhaps you came back to the office months ago. Or maybe you’ll be doing some combination of remote employment and in-office days, balancing Zoom calls from your living room with physical appearances.
San Antonio business crafts made-to-order jeans for all body types
Read full article: San Antonio business crafts made-to-order jeans for all body typesSAN ANTONIO – The Indigo Prophet, based in San Antonio, makes five-pocket women’s jeans to custom fit your body shape. Watch the video to see how owner and operator Marielle La Rue fashions each pair. La Rue started the business after a common struggle: she couldn’t find jeans that fit right. “I have a smaller waist and a larger backside, and I always dealt with a lot of fit issues,” La Rue said. “So I just decided to kind of start making my own jeans.”She soon started making them for others, as well.
The Look: Easter fashion for less than $10
Read full article: The Look: Easter fashion for less than $10SAN ANTONIO – You don’t need to spend big bucks to look fashionable on Easter Sunday. Just hop on over to Goodwill San Antonio for deals that will make every-”bunny” happy for the holiday. “Easter marks the beginning of the spring season, a new season, and especially as our community recovers from the COVID pandemic, we want to have fun with clothes again,” said Penny Benavidez, director of public relations with Goodwill San Antonio. Watch the video above to see how you can piece together stylish Easter outfits for less than $10 at Goodwill San Antonio. We call those “Easter keepers.” 😉Happy Easter!
Keeping fashion in the family
Read full article: Keeping fashion in the familySAN ANTONIO – Dee and Nia Coles have a combined passion for fashion. Amidst the pandemic, they decided to go into business together. They launched the Stella & Violette online boutique to help people elevate their style. Here, they discuss inspiring your style with some of their curated, trendy, spring looks! Click here for more information on Stella & Violette.
Ways to look chic on the cheap
Read full article: Ways to look chic on the cheapSAN ANTONIO – Lifestyle expert Yesenia De Avila helps you freshen up your style for spring. She shows off the latest trends from virtual Fashion Week, the colors of the year, as well as accessories and prints that are sure to brighten your mood! The best part? She shows you ways to mimic expensive looks by swapping in budget-friendly options. Watch the video above for a style session and click here for more information on Yesenia De Avila.
San Antonio Spurs announce La Cultura clothing line inspired by ‘90s Fiesta colors
Read full article: San Antonio Spurs announce La Cultura clothing line inspired by ‘90s Fiesta colorsThe San Antonio Spurs have announced the limited-edition apparel line La Cultura. The San Antonio Spurs have announced the limited-edition apparel line La Cultura. Image courtesy: Adrian Garcia/Spurs (Spurs)The San Antonio Spurs have announced the limited-edition apparel line La Cultura. Image courtesy: Adrian Garcia/Spurs (Spurs)The San Antonio Spurs have announced the limited-edition apparel line La Cultura. Image courtesy: Adrian Garcia/Spurs (Spurs)The San Antonio Spurs have announced the limited-edition apparel line La Cultura.
We saw some serious fashion moments at President Biden’s inauguration
Read full article: We saw some serious fashion moments at President Biden’s inauguration(Photo by Rob Carr/Getty Images) (2021 Getty Images)Three words: Michelle Obama’s belt. Gaga tweeted that it was a dove carrying an olive branch, symbolizing the unity that President Biden hopes to achieve while in office. Former first lady Hillary ClintonFormer U.S. President Bill Clinton arrives with former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton to President Joe Biden's inauguration. President Joe Biden’s granddaughtersNaomi Biden and Natalie Biden, granddaughters of President Joe Biden, arrive to his inauguration. And finally, Sen. Bernie SandersSen. Bernie Sanders arrives at the inauguration of President Joe Biden.
Fashion companies around the world are adapting to pandemic
Read full article: Fashion companies around the world are adapting to pandemicFashion companies around the world have been adapting to the pandemic, as many of us have. And some companies are promoting new technology on their fabrics or textiles that prevent bacteria and viruses. But CNN reports that the claims may be more for marketing than virus prevention. Under Armor’s new sport mask claims it has antimicrobial properties. Price told CNN that there may be a future in antimicrobial technology, but right now there is just too incomplete a picture.
COVID-19 pandemic has pushed pause on fashion industry across world
Read full article: COVID-19 pandemic has pushed pause on fashion industry across worldWhen compared to front line service industries fighting to keep people alive and fed the fashion industry has taken a back seat during the pandemic. The pandemic pushed pause on the fashion industry across the globe, an industry that is both a creative mecca and on the world’s most significant fiscal heavyweights. Forbes claims that store closures and down sales lead to western fashion brands cancelling over 2.8 billion dollars in orders from Bangladeshi suppliers. Dozens of luxury brands have stepped up, like Tiffany and Company, Prada and Dolce and Gabbana, all rallying and donating to hospitals and those at the center of the crisis. In the luxury sector, brands are predicted to experience a 10 billion dollar decline in luxury sales, and overall the industry could lose $30-40 billion in sales.
Want to save some money or declutter your bathroom? Try these multipurpose beauty products
Read full article: Want to save some money or declutter your bathroom? Try these multipurpose beauty productsWe could all stand to save a few bucks whenever we can, so why not declutter your bathroom and start using some beauty products that can do more than one thing? StyleWise style editor Jon Jordan is well versed when it comes to beauty products, so he knows a thing or two when it comes to condensing your inventory and only using the products that you really need in your daily life. You can obviously use the product for washing your hair, but Jordan suggests you try it as a body wash, as well. Another great product that can be used in different ways is something men may have in their bathroom: beard oil. There are lots of other things Jordan recommends, so watch the entire video to get all the tips from a professional.
How to figure out what types of skin care products are right for you
Read full article: How to figure out what types of skin care products are right for youThat’s why StyleWise style editor Jon Jordan is here to help you figure out what’s best for your face. You’ll often see skincare products that are either opaque or clear. Lotions that are cream-based and heavy are the opaque options, and products that are see-through are a little lighter on your skin. Jordan said that, depending on your preferences, one option is better than the other when it comes to your skin. The same can be applied to a lot of other beauty products, such as shampoo, conditioner and even facial mists.
Looking to freshen up your beauty routine? Try lemons and limes
Read full article: Looking to freshen up your beauty routine? Try lemons and limesSo many of us already have in place a beauty routine that just works. But heres something that everyone should start doing -- and all it involves is a trip to your nearest grocery store. Thats right, as you can probably tell from this video, youre going to want some citrus. Citrus and acid, which can be found in lemons, limes, oranges and grapefruit (to name just a few) have tons of beauty benefits that you probably didnt know about, and StyleWise style editor Jon Jordan is here to explain. Watch Jordans latest video above, and make sure you subscribe to the StyleWise YouTube channel so you never miss a new video.
Which eyelashes are right for you? With all the latest options, style editor helps you pick the best pair
Read full article: Which eyelashes are right for you? With all the latest options, style editor helps you pick the best pairPutting on fake eyelashes might be foreign territory for you, but don’t lash out too quickly -- we’ve got you covered on the best tips and trades to applying a fake eyelash for any fun night out on the town. There are different ways to extend your eyelashes to maximum volume, but StyleWise style editor Jon Jordan suggests going with the good old fashioned fake eyelash. Some people don’t like the glue that goes on the eyelid, so they might opt out for a lash extension put on by a professional, but if you’re cool with applying the glue yourself, fake eyelashes can be fun and effective at upgrading your look. A classic fake eyelash will surely get the job done, but there has been some innovation in the fake eyelash world, and there are a lot of great products out there that let you have more control over how much of the fake eyelash goes on your face. To learn about that, and so much more, watch the latest StyleWise video above, and make sure you subscribe to StyleWise so you never miss a video.
Beardology 101: Best beard grooming for your face shape
Read full article: Beardology 101: Best beard grooming for your face shapeThis might be a news flash to all the men out in the world, but there are actual ways that you’re supposed to be shaving your beard, based from the shape of your face. Not only do you want to make sure you’re shaving high enough on your neck to create a beard line, but you’ll also need to pay attention as to where you should make the line on your cheeks. According to Jordan, the line placements depends on the shape of your face, so it can get complicated if you’re just shaving and not taking these factors into consideration. There are so many dos and don’ts when it comes to shaving, and luckily, Jordan has a solution for all of your grooming needs. You can watch the full video of Style Wise above, and make sure you like and subscribe so you never miss a single Style Wise episode with Jon Jordan.
Witte Museum ‘Fiesta Couture: Behind the Seams’ exhibit to showcase coronation gowns
Read full article: Witte Museum ‘Fiesta Couture: Behind the Seams’ exhibit to showcase coronation gownsSAN ANTONIO – The fate of Fiesta 2020 remains in limbo due to San Antonio’s surging COVID-19 case count, but fans can still take in the tradition at an upcoming exhibit. The Witte Museum will open the “Fiesta Couture: Behind the Seams” exhibit on Saturday, shining a light on the art and skill that go into the making of the dresses worn in the Coronation of the Queen of the Order of the Alamo. City to make announcement on Fiesta this week, mayor saysAccording to the Witte, the annual event is organized around a theme that is selected two years in advance. The exhibit is included in the museum admission. Fiesta was postponed in the spring as the city saw the first impacts of the coronavirus crisis.
Demi Lovato Is Rewarding Fans Who Pledge to Vote With Personal Pieces From Her Closet
Read full article: Demi Lovato Is Rewarding Fans Who Pledge to Vote With Personal Pieces From Her ClosetDemi Lovato is encouraging her fans to step up and take action! The 27-year-old singer has teamed up with Propeller to auction off a collection of items from her closet, including pieces she's worn on tour, along with some of her personal photography and other one-of-a-kind items. Our personal favorites include the purple Balenciaga boots Lovato wore in her "Sorry Not Sorry" music video (which Kylie Jenner was also a fan of!) Take action and enter to win here, and watch the video below for more on Lovato. RELATED CONTENT:Demi Lovato Says She's 'Grateful for Every Day' Following OverdoseDemi Lovato and Max Ehrich Are So in Love in Beachside PDA-Filled PicDemi Lovato Honors Late Breonna Taylor and Calls for Change
This Meghan Markle-Loved Handbag Designer Dropped a New It Bag
Read full article: This Meghan Markle-Loved Handbag Designer Dropped a New It BagOne of Meghan Markle's go-to handbag designers has released a new style. Gabriela Hearst has teamed up with Net-a-Porter to launch the new Baez bag, available exclusively on the website through July 13. Ten percent of profits from the sale of the Baez bag will be donated to the organization. Samir Hussein/WireImageShop the new Gabriela Hearst Baez bag. RELATED CONTENT:Shop Meghan Markle's DL1961 Skinny Jeans for Under $85 at AmazonKate Middleton's Superga Sneakers for $33 at the Amazon Summer SaleEmma Roberts Wears Tory Burch Following Pregnancy Announcement
Jennifer Lopez's Sequin Face Mask Is Available for Preorder
Read full article: Jennifer Lopez's Sequin Face Mask Is Available for PreorderJennifer Lopez's sequin face mask is available for preorder. The stylish face mask is from the brand Katie May and is aptly named the Disco Ball Face Mask. Other brands selling face masks include Old Navy, Levi's and SKIMS. Shop the Katie May Disco Ball Face Mask. RELATED CONTENT:Where to Buy Face Masks That Are Stylish OnlineLevi's Released a Line of Face Masks Which Are Reversible and ReusableWhere to Buy Kids Face Masks Online Right Now
Brands pledge to introduce darker shades of clothing after dancers petitioned for more skin-inclusive dancewear
Read full article: Brands pledge to introduce darker shades of clothing after dancers petitioned for more skin-inclusive dancewear(CNN) -- Dancewear companies around the world are pledging to introduce different shades of skin-colored clothing after dancers demanded greater inclusiveness. Australian dancewear company Bloch also promised to include a wider range of darker shades in its upcoming season. While offering darker color shades in shoes, tights and leotards is a first step, there are other issues Bell would like to see the dance world address. Bell said many black dancers are "forced to straighten their hair and go to extreme lengths to assimilate to the standards set by white dance directors." Bell said the fight for representation and equality is not over, and she plans to continue advocating for dancers of color.
Gigi Hadid, Irina Shayk and More Models Auction Their Clothes for 'British Vogue' to Benefit NAACP
Read full article: Gigi Hadid, Irina Shayk and More Models Auction Their Clothes for 'British Vogue' to Benefit NAACPTwenty-three of the world's biggest models are auctioning designer pieces from their closets for two great causes. Gigi Hadid, Irina Shayk, Kendall Jenner, Joan Smalls and Ashley Graham are among fashion's brightest stars who have teamed up with British Vogue for a special project called the Way We Wore Auction, to raise money for the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) and NHS Charities Together (United Kingdom's National Health Service). The clothes and accessories worn in selfie photos that the models took while quarantining from home, featured in the July 2020 issue of British Vogue, are available for bidding on the Hardly Ever Worn It website. Hadid's boyfriend, Zayn Malik, joins in on her selfie as his back shows his tattoos and a Dior saddle bag that's up for auction. Hadid, who is pregnant with the couple's first child, wears a Fenty denim jacket and corset dress.