Charlize Theron and Sofia Boutella, stars of “Atomic Blonde,” rate spy fashion in movies and TV, from Greta Garbo in “Mata Hari” and Ursula Andress in “Dr. No” to Angelina Jolie in “Mr. and Mrs. Smith” and Dame Judi Dench in “Skyfall.” “Atomic Blonde” debuts in theaters on July 28th. Still haven’t subscribed to Vanity
Collective grief is something most of us are familiar with, whether we acknowledge it or not. It’s the result of living through the pandemic or experiencing natural disasters, deaths of iconic figures, or any unexpected loss shared with a community. Public mourning is a natural way to seek validation, feel witnessed, and receive acknowledgement. Take
Spoilers below. The Handmaid’s Tale has returned to Hulu for a fifth season, but one familiar face is missing in action: Alexis Bledel, who plays Emily on the Emmy-winning series. Though she has been a part of the show since its premiere in 2017, Emily is written off in this season; in the first episode,
It Bags were over in 2008, or so declared trend pieces in the New York Times and Wall Street Journal. In the face of the biggest financial collapse since the Great Depression, the very notion of those symbols of turn-of-the-century conspicuous consumption—the Fendi Baguettes, the Chloé Paddingtons, the Dior Saddles, and many others that cost
Earlier this week, Britney Spears posted a picture of a quote on her Instagram that came as a shock to many of her fans. The quote, credited to comedian Rodney Dangerfield, says, “I found there was only one way to look thin: hang out with fat people.” In her caption, Spears wrote, “I wish I
Spoilers for season 5 of The Handmaid’s Tale below. When season 4 of The Handmaid’s Tale came to a violent end, every character’s fate hung in the balance. Would June (Elisabeth Moss) be held accountable for killing her former commander? How would Serena (Yvonne Strahovski) recover after losing the father of her unborn child? And
If there’s a movie to add to your queue this season it’s Netflix’s Blonde, a new take on the Marilyn Monroe story based on Joyce Carol Oates’ novel of the same name. The film, which will be released on Sept. 28, recently received an 11-minute standing ovation during its premiere at the Venice Film Festival—so
Getty + Design Leah Romero As cooler weather starts to roll in, nothing feels more fall than cozying up in a trusty pair of boots and a denim blouse. Cowgirl Couture season has officially galloped in with a full-force howdy. But don’t let preconceived notions of poofy prairie dresses turn you off from Western wear.
“Freaks and Geeks” actress Busy Philipps has spoken openly about reproductive rights — specifically about receiving an abortion at age 15 — and is a strong voice in support of abortion care. Today, the 43-year-old took to social media to directly address South Carolina Senator Lindsey Graham. Graham recently introduced a controversial bill to Congress,
Meghan Markle joined her husband, Prince Harry, and the royal family to pay respects to the late Queen Elizabeth II today, attending her coffin procession at Westminster Palace, where the monarch will lie in state until her funeral Monday morning. And while Meghan did not interact with Prince William or Kate Middleton, from whom she
Camila Mendes is getting ready for the Venice Film Festival, and although she’s preparing for a special event, her lip routine is something she does every day. So how do you recreate her signature pout? Mendes gives her cheatsheet, going through her tips and tricks for the perfect lip using her go-to Armani Beauty products.
It’s Cowgirl Couture season, y’all. From Lucchese boots to wide-brimmed Stetsons, ELLE is your destination for all things Western wear. Read more about Cowgirl Couture here. So you’ve been charged with planning a bachelorette party. Whether you’re the blushing bride or her most trusted organizer (read: party animal), it’s a big job. There tends to
A lot has changed in 8 years! Anna Wintour once again answers 73 rapid-fire questions, this time at Vogue’s offices at One World Trade Center as her and the Vogue team prepare for New York Fashion Week and Vogue’s 130th anniversary event, Vogue World. Vogue World is officially coming to New York Fashion Week on
Vanessa Hudgens tells us everything she does in a day. From favorite breakfast choices to how she gets settled in her set trailer, Vanessa shares all the details of her routines. Still haven’t subscribed to Vanity Fair on YouTube? ►► http://bit.ly/2z6Ya9M ABOUT VANITY FAIR Arts and entertainment, business and media, politics, and world affairs—Vanity Fair’s
One of the most common reasons people put off getting their flu shot — or worse, skip it altogether — is because they think the flu shot will make them sick or even cause them to become infected with the flu itself. But that’s a misconception. Doctors universally agree that neither is true and that
The soundstage at GUM Studios in Brooklyn, New York is washed in purple and pink lights, and a fog machine slowly spills a swirl of cloudy gas across the black astroturf floor. Athena Nair, a 19-year-old Tufts university student and Indian classical dancer, launches into a gorgeous kathak solo. I sit behind a bank of
For a brief moment during the LaQuan Smith spring/summer 2023 show, I, too, was flawless. Dear editor: Please excuse any typos, I’m writing this while devouring the free snacks on JetBlue. An off-brand Cheese-It in the sky? That’s show business, baby. I’m jetting (in coach) back to my normal, sweaty, unfashionable life in L.A., where
Selma Blair made a powerful appearance at the Emmy Awards last night, taking the entire audience by surprise and earning herself a standing ovation. Since her multiple sclerosis (MS) diagnosis back in 2018, Blair has become an advocate for actors with disabilities, speaking out about the importance of inclusion and representation. Her presence as a
The former royal Fab Four’s surprise appearance together on Saturday sparked a flurry of coverage about how it all came together, given brothers Prince William and Prince Harry’s strained relationship. Kensington Palace ultimately revealed that William invited Meghan Markle and Harry to join him and Kate Middleton, per People. A royal source added to the
If I told you that Carolina Herrera’s spring/summer 2023 collection was full of florals, I know what you’d say: Florals? For spring? Groundbreaking. But actually, they were groundbreaking! Inspired by the classic novel The Secret Garden, creative director Wes Gordon’s gorgeous collection of breezy, blooming prints seemed so vibrant and so alive that they practically
On this episode of “Notes on a Scene,” Atlanta’s director Hiro Murai breaks down season two, episode six, “Teddy Perkins.” Footage of Atlanta courtesy of FX. See more of Atlanta on FX Now. Still haven’t subscribed to Vanity Fair on YouTube? ►► http://bit.ly/2z6Ya9M Want to stay in the know? Subscribe to Vanity Fair Magazine and
Like many celebrities before her, Kourtney Kardashian Barker has entered the supplement game, with a range of vitamins and supplements developed to become a “divine, feel-good part of your everyday life.” The brand, called Lemme, launches September 27 with three gummy supplements (matcha, chill, and focus) aimed to promote energy, de-stressing, and concentration, respectively. The
Sophie Turner and Joe Jonas skipped the Emmys, but they didn’t miss out on having a red carpet date night. The couple appeared together at the Toronto International Film Festival premiere of Jonas’ film Devotion. Jonas wore a Louis Vuitton black blazer and pants, while Turner had the real statement moment in a rainbow feathered
To most of the world, Gisele Bündchen is a bona fide supermodel—so famous she doesn’t need a last name. But to nine-year-old Vivian, Bündchen is better known as Mommy. And on a recent summer day in Paris, Mommy was up to something strange. Bündchen brought her along to a fashion shoot for the first time