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Boston Globe
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Boston Globe
Jane Larkworthy, 62, a top magazine writer and editor on beauty, dies
Later moving on to W magazine, Ms. Larkworthy became its executive beauty director. She was active online, too, writing for websites including Air Mail and New York magazine's The Cut, where for a time she was beauty editor-at-large. Ms. Larkworthy looked the part of an editor at a glossy fashion magazine, the kind satirized in the 2006 movie 'The Devil Wears Prada,' with her straight long hair in a refined shade of celebrity-colorist-applied straw and, more often than not, polished outfits that might have well brought Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy to mind. Get Starting Point A guide through the most important stories of the morning, delivered Monday through Friday. Enter Email Sign Up But while her fields of expertise might seem superficial, her views on fillers and face creams were infused with industry knowledge and a large dose of well-grounded skepticism. Advertisement 'There is never an overly sappy 'I'm obsessed with' kind of thing in my beauty writing,' she told online beauty magazine Into the Gloss in 2011. 'If anything, it's like, 'Let's weed out the BS; let's weed out the stuff we don't need,' but I'm a great admirer of all things beautiful.' 'She definitely wasn't a pushover,' said Kerry Diamond, editorial director of the food publication Cherry Bombe and a former beauty editor who was a friend of Ms. Larkworthy's. 'You certainly had editors who would just write what was expected of them, and that was never Jane.' Advertisement When she especially liked something -- a Le Labo candle redolent of sandalwood and cedar, a nail polish in the perfect neutral shade of greige -- Ms. Larkworthy championed it. Her tone was that of a trusted friend rather than a pushy evangelist or fawning fan, leavened by a clever sense of humor. For a 2016 W magazine roundup of citrus-scented perfumes, she wrote, 'No one wants to smell like lemon Pledge.' After trying out a new cream with yogurt in its formula, she wrote, 'I wake up with supple skin -- and sometimes a craving for Fage.' Her joie de vivre extended beyond the latest beauty products. She had a cooking blog, 'The Fraudulent Chef,' offering recipes like a sesame chicken salad, which was an attempt to replicate a dish from a favorite lunchtime takeout spot. She also wrote posts on subjects like dishware, entertaining, and places to buy fancy ingredients and sugary drinks. As someone who appreciated food but wasn't professionally entrenched in that world, the name was selected, she wrote in her first blog post, in 2014, 'because I consider myself a fraud of many, master of none.' Ms. Larkworthy drew a different sort of attention in 2007, when she testified in the trial of Peter Braunstein, a former Women's Wear Daily writer and her ex-boyfriend. He was ultimately found guilty of a violent and theatrical attack in which he dressed in a firefighter's uniform on Halloween night to gain entry into the apartment of a woman, whom he drugged and molested. The victim, prosecutors said in a sensational trial that garnered wide media coverage, was a surrogate of sorts for Ms. Larkworthy. Advertisement As The New York Times wrote, 'Prosecutors say that in Mr. Braunstein's twisted mind, the victim was a stand-in for his ex-girlfriend Jane Larkworthy, the beauty editor of W magazine, who had rejected him.' When the trial was over, her husband, Bertrand Garbassi, said, 'She very much wanted to put it behind her.' On myriad subjects -- beauty, music, theater, food, dogs and more -- Larkworthy often had a witty comment. But when it came to the Braunstein case, Garbassi said, 'She had a quip about everything but that.' She drew scrutiny again in 2020 with the resurfacing of a comment she had posted years earlier on Twitter (now X) that was seen to support a post by Adam Rapoport, then editor-in-chief of the magazine Bon Appétit, that was widely considered to be racist. In the wake of that episode, The Cut suspended her from her position as beauty editor-at-large. By that point, she was already well into a period of reinvention, consulting for beauty brands, acquiring a real estate license, and settling full time in the Berkshires, with her husband. Jane Hazen Larkworthy was born Nov. 27, 1962, in Oceanside, N.Y., and raised in nearby Merrick on Long Island, the youngest of three children of William and Marjean (McKay) Larkworthy. Her father oversaw community relations for South Nassau Communities Hospital (now Mount Sinai South Nassau) in nearby Oceanside. Her mother, who was known as Midge, remained at home rearing Jane and her older siblings, Kate and Peter. There, she also designed and sewed hostess skirts that were sold at Bergdorf Goodman, as well as place mats for local boutiques. Advertisement She also made clothes for her daughters, including a checked cape for Jane that inspired her lifelong love of that type of garment. And she did some freelance writing for publications like Woman's Day Magazine and Family Circle. Like her daughter Jane, she died of breast cancer, in 1980, also June 4. Jane was 17. 'For most people, something like losing your mother at such a young age might be the only terrible thing that fate deals you,' said Diamond of Cherry Bombe. 'Unfortunately, Jane had to deal with a lot of complicated things over and over and over.' Ms. Larkworthy earned a bachelor's degree from Ithaca College in 1984, then started at Glamour, landing a job through a temporary employment agency (though it proved not to be temporary). Ms. Larkworthy and her husband, Bertrand Garbassi, in New York in 2007 after she testified in the assault trial of her former boyfriend. JOHN MARSHALL MANTEL/NYT She married Garbassi in 2006. In addition to him, she leaves her siblings, two stepchildren, and two step-grandchildren. This article originally appeared in
Daily Mail
01-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
A pair of white jeans is the spring wardrobe staple to invest in right now - these are the best on the high street, from £27.99
As the weather is getting warmer, our minds are turning towards our summer wardrobe. One staple for this season? A white jean. The denim hue of choice for the fashion set, crisp white jeans perfectly channel that casual-chic aesthetic when teamed with a simple tee, striped knit and ballet flats, but can also be dressed up with a white tank, structured blazer and kitten heels for a more sophisticated look. With the amount of brands, shapes and sizes available on the high street, finding a pair that's flattering, comfortable and on-trend can feel like an impossible task. However, looking at our Instagram feeds, the silhouette to wear this summer is a relaxed white jean – think Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy in the nineties (she often opted for high-contrast outfits, pairing her boyfriend denim with trainers and an oversized black shirt). For SS25, our favourite take on the easy-to-wear wardrobe staple is the barrel jean, which adds just the right level of visual interest to even the most pared-back outfit. If you're not a fan of the horse-shoe shape (we understand it's quite a divisive trend), choose a straight jean, either full length or cropped (to show off the strappy sandals you're wearing). Or, if you're looking for something a little smarter that you can wear to the office, there are a few styles that feature a permanent front crease for tailored appearance (we'd wear these with loafers and a striped button-down). So, scroll on to see our edit of the best white jeans on the high street right now, from just £27.99… Mango Balloon jeans with belt £35.99 Shop Mint Velvet White Barrel Leg Jeans £99 Shop H&M Baggy High Jeans £32.30 Shop Arket Jade Cropped Slim Jeans £67 Shop M&S High Waisted Smart Wide Leg Jeans £45 Shop Zara TRF Cropped Flare High-Waist Jeans £27.99 Shop Stradivarius D96 cropped straight-fit jeans £29.99 Shop La Redoute Signatures Marceau Wide Leg Jeans £44.99 Shop Next White Wide Crop Lift Slim And Shape Jeans £52 Shop To get more of what you love from your favourite Sunday supplement, follow us on Instagram (@youmagazine), TikTok (@you_magazine) and X (@YOUMagSocial).
Yahoo
25-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
L.L. Bean drops lawsuit against canvas tote copycat
Apr. 25— has voluntarily dismissed its lawsuit against 4Imprint Inc., a Wisconsin promotional products company that the Freeport-based retailer had claimed was copying its iconic "Boat and Tote" canvas bag. In a federal lawsuit filed in March, charged 4Imprint with trademark infringement, deceptive trade practices and unfair competition for selling a "confusingly similar" canvas bag called the "Boat Tote." lawsuit, filed in U.S. District Court in Portland, claimed that 4Imprint "sells the same goods, to the same consumers, using the same advertising and sales channels ... using 'Boat Tote' in an apparent effort to deliberately free ride on well-known (trademark)." On Thursday, filed a notice of voluntary dismissal, which simply states that its case was "voluntarily dismissed with prejudice" against 4imprint. Representatives of each company didn't respond immediately to interview requests. Under federal rules for civil lawsuits, a plaintiff may dismiss its own case if the court or the defendant have yet to respond. A dismissal with prejudice is final and bars the plaintiff from refiling the same claim. This typically happens when a matter is resolved outside court. As of Friday, there was no apparent item called "Boat Tote" for sale on 4Imprint's website, although there were multiple canvas, cotton and other bags similar to the totes, including bags referencing lakes, beaches, schooners and other nautical themes. When celebrated the 80th anniversary of its "Boat and Tote" canvas bag last year, news stories noted its growing popularity among celebrities and social media influencers decades after the Maine company first sold it in 1944. sells several styles and sizes of Boat and Tote bags, recognizable for their two-tone heavy canvas construction. There's a leather-handled version that sells for $99 and a key-chain miniature bag priced at $9.95, according to the company's website. 4Imprint sells several similar bags, including a "Large Heavyweight Cotton Canvas Tote." It can be custom imprinted with a company or group logo and purchased in lots ranging from 15 bags for $20 each to 1,000 bags for $11.49 each, according to the company's website. Founded in 1912, first sold its tote as a sturdy carrier for heavy ice blocks that were used in iceboxes, which preceded refrigerators. It disappeared from the company's catalog for a while before being reintroduced in 1965 as the Boat and Tote. The lawsuit said the success and commercial strength of the Boat and Tote brand has led to high-profile collaborations and partnerships with other companies, including Tibi, Farmgirl Flowers, Abbode, Noah Kahan and the Boston Red Sox. The digital court document included photos of celebrities seen carrying Boat and Tote bags, including the late Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy, who died in a plane crash in 1999 with her older sister Lauren and her husband, John F. Kennedy Jr. Other more recent celebrities who are shown using the bag included the now-divorced actress Gwyneth Paltrow and Coldplay frontman Chris Martin, as well as actresses Chloë Sevigny and Reese Witherspoon, and model Hailey Bieber. Copy the Story Link
The Guardian
26-02-2025
- Climate
- The Guardian
From Scandi brands to plastic-free fabrics: 10 women's raincoats to style out drizzly days
We've all heard the adage, 'There's no such thing as bad weather, only bad clothes.' I've always felt this obfuscates the fact that winter can be tough precisely because of its soggy, grey – yes, 'bad' – weather, even if you're dressed head to toe in warm waterproofs. However, I now have to admit that the right clothes for the right weather can bring a freedom. Enter: the humble anorak. The Guardian's journalism is independent. We will earn a commission if you buy something through an affiliate link. Learn more. I spent my 20s dreading winters, which I spent freezing, only thawing out come summer. Even then, a light July sprinkling might have stopped me in my tracks, so opposed was I to clothes that made concessions for meteorological conditions. But with adulthood came an admission that anoraks are low-key amazing. I bought one and – by keeping me dry and therefore warmer – it has, without hyperbole, changed my life. But not all anoraks are created equal. Some are designed for the kind of conditions you might meet on an Icelandic fishing trawler, while others barely stand up to a summer drizzle. Some don't seem to consider aesthetics at all, but others can keep their wearer dry without making them look as if they're going on a log flume. I'm now the proud owner of two anoraks, and often mix and match with my partner's, depending on the occasion and type of rain with which I'm faced. Sometimes, I'll wear an oversized raincoat over my smarter wool coat, and shed a layer as I reach my destination. Other times I wear one over a Uniqlo puffer jacket – a vital winter layer, in my book – and cycle, without feeling weighed down by wool and sweat. £95 at Rains£78 at John Lewis When it comes to wet-weather gear, Scandinavian brand Rains knows what it's doing (the clue is in the name). This is one of the brands I reach for whenever the weather takes a turn; its long jacket has seen me through countless soggy commutes, playground trips and walks in the woods. After a muddy walk, it's happily machine-washable – despite having been washed several times over the years, mine is still going strong (use a guppy bag when washing to help prevent the shedding of microfibres into the waterways). I'm a fan of the unisex cut, but if you prefer something a bit more sculpted, then an anorak with an A-line silhouette may be preferable. It also comes in a shorter style, but I find the longer length more practical. Having said that, I often find myself with sodden legs, as rain seems to be expelled from the anorak and drip violently down on to my knees. Maybe next winter I'll go for one of its waterproof all-in-ones. A cape – particularly in tinfoil silver – is tempting for cycling. £59.90 at Uniqlo If you prefer your raincoat to be minimal – melting into the background rather than bringing main-character energy – then this parka may be for you. It looks like something Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy might have worn on the streets of Manhattan in the 90s, which is no bad thing. Available in black, beige, khaki and blue, the black and beige in particular channel low-key cool. Be warned, though, that this coat won't stand up to more than a shower: opt for something less Kennedy-chic if you're expecting heavy rain. From £125 at Stutterheim My partner has one of these sturdy garments from the Stockholm-based brand Stutterheim. The texture of the fabric is less like a traditional anorak and more like the tough skin of a dogfish – more hardy than any other waterproof I've come across. It somehow still manages to look desirable, thanks to the Scandi design sensibilities that have gone into it. As the label reads: 'Swedish melancholy at its driest.' Despite the underarm eyelets, it won't be the best for strenuous activity – the heavy material would make an uphill cycle hot and sweaty work. There is a more lightweight version, which is less fit for the Atlantic and more apt for spring. There are a rare few colours here, such as peach, that fall outside the usual black, blue, khaki and yellow – and several colours currently have between 30% and 50% off, which is welcome on the cost of a £250 jacket. Read our guide on how to choose a waterproof jacket for more advice on prices, features and fabrics £37.50 at Mac in a Sac£37.50 at John Lewis Mac in a sac, cag in a bag – whatever you want to call it, this pack-it-down-tight-and-pop-it-in-your-schoolbag anorak will be well known to any child of the 90s. Decades later and it's still going strong – as close to an icon as you can get in the wet-weather space – the Spice Girls of anoraks. It's also reasonably priced, weighs about the same as a punnet of strawberries and comes in an array of colours – neon blue, pink, orange, yellow and green; pink, soft orange and violet; classic black, navy and charcoal. The elasticated cuffs will help keep out rain, as will the adjustable hood, which can be pulled tight over your head for that particularly grim sideways kind of rain. From £23.95 at RegattaFrom £27.49 at Decathlon There was a time when the words anorak and fashion wouldn't be found dead in a sentence together, but times have changed. As ever, the dial has been pushed by one Mrs Prada, who sent a very Duke of Edinburgh-looking yellow raincoat down her spring/summer 2025 catwalk. The key is what you wear it with, however, so pair it with a cocktail dress – and definitely opt for the yellow – if you want to be true to Miuccia's intentions. Sign up to The Filter Get the best shopping advice from the Filter team straight to your inbox. The Guardian's journalism is independent. We will earn a commission if you buy something through an affiliate link. after newsletter promotion If you're just after a bit of style over your old jeans and a sweatshirt, this green raincoat from Ganni may be more your speed. Or this classic Barbour waterproof trenchcoat, which is inspired by men's tailoring but has a drawcord at the waist so that you can cinch it in or not depending on your mood. It's not cheap, but the ubiquity of vintage Barbour jackets in good condition speaks to their hard-wearing nature. Could this be the raincoat to keep you dry in style for years to come? £199 at Community Clothing If it's a rainy day but you still need to look professional, Community Clothing's belted raglan raincoat is the one for you. It doesn't look out of place heading through the swivel doors of an office. Made from British Millerain (waxed) cotton, with a viscose lining, this coat is cut and sewn in Blackburn: with 137 rainy days a year, the town knows its way around a downpour. And while it's probably no match for the heaviest rain, team it with a brolley and it should keep you dry on an otherwise soggy commute. It's not cheap, but it's well-made – and comes in smart black, navy and olive green. From £150 at Patagonia£150 at Cotswold Outdoor Outdoor gear specialist Patagonia offers DIY repair guides and a repair service via its website. Its Boulder Fork rain jacket isn't cheap, but it's built to be durable – and several of the colours are now on sale. It's eminently practical. The hood comes with a laminated visor, which sounds extreme, but I can see it being useful up a mountain – or at the bus stop. In fact, there are lots of clever design features on this jacket, such as a front pocket complete with a watertight zipper – perfect for your phone or bus pass. Patagonia is well regarded for its ethics, too. £63.95 at Muji If you're after protection from torrential rain, then look away now. This sleek, chic 'water-repellent' hooded coat from Muji is an easy, pragmatic layer for days when it might rain, and you don't want to wear a full-on anorak. Simple and stylish, this would work just as well for work as it would on the weekend – plus, it's minimal enough design-wise that it won't clash with almost any outfit. For a practical layer that feels likely to enter your outerwear rotation beyond rainy days, this coat feels like good value. £135 at Finisterre This lightweight waterproof jacket weighs just 300g and packs down small – perfect to ram into your bag just in case. This is advertised as a men's jacket, but there's something about the cut of some women's anoraks that I find a bit old-fashioned. Size up in a men's cut and this should fit over whatever else you have on as an extra waterproof layer. Some colours are on offer – although with several sizes sold out or low in stock, act fast if you want to nab one. £75 at Rapanui While most raincoats are made from some kind of plastic, this organic cotton, plastic-free option is worth considering. It might not cut it in driving winter rain, but it could hold its own against a spring shower. It's coated with a PFC-free, water-resistant layer and comes in lavender grey and stone. The boxy cut should fit a chunky jumper underneath it, too.
