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Vogue
3 days ago
- Business
- Vogue
LaPointe Resort 2026 Collection
Sally LaPointe has a new office. It's one floor down from where she was a year ago, but the space is vastly different. Not only does it feel like twice the size of her previous headquarters, but the massive floor-to-ceiling windows makes it feel warmer, perhaps symbolizing the start of an even sunnier year for LaPointe, who reports that she's doing well at retail. For resort, the designer wanted to focus on making the things that she and her customers love. 'Pre-collections are always a joy for me. Being able to just zero in on the fashion and deliver things that I know my woman will love is very satisfying,' she said. Many of her favorite statement pieces returned this season but in comfortable versions. New this season was eveningwear in a very luxe and thick jersey that really contours the body. Her color palette—bold turquoise and burgundy with a slight sheen—added to the statement-making effect. LaPointe is known for her sexy designs, but this season there was a wider breadth of styles on offer, including a mini-shift dress with her signature feather trim that was very uptown in style. Similarly, the brand is proving to be a big hit in the Middle East, thanks to her lightweight caftans and capes, which this season she produced in even more colors and variations. LaPointe may have conquered New York City's fashionistas, but the international ones aren't far behind.
Vogue
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Vogue
What To Wear to a Gala To Look Chic and Timeless
What to wear to a gala is an ever-evolving question—as is the quest to find the perfect gala gown. Is your summer social calendar suddenly blossoming with glamorous events? Black-tie affairs, over-the-top birthdays, a grand night at the ballet, or a glitzy charity function? Getting inspired for evening wear that turns heads as much as it sticks to sometimes strict fête dress codes can feel quite overwhelming. It doesn't have to be all about the ball gown or a salary-slashing investment dress this side of the century—these days, short and midi dresses can also fly in certain circumstances too, and there's plenty of ways to go glam that don't break the bank. Gala attire, too, has gotten with the times. Whether you are on the hunt for a dress to wear to that next grand charity function or deducing what the dress code even means—we've called upon some of the most well-dressed gala attendees Vogue knows to give their glitz-busting advice. Below, the the Vogue guide for what to wear to a gala, to keep you feeling chic, timeless, and comfortable while fêting whatever the night calls for. A toast! Know your gala Heading to a charity ball, an art gallery dinner, or the opening season of the New York ballet? It's important to consider the cultural landscape of the room you're dressing for. 'Like all things in life, galas require context,' advises Vogue's Lilah Ramzi-Goettemann, who knows her way around attending and dressing for a gala event. 'A black-tie fundraiser at the Whitney Museum of American Art? One might dabble in the artful and avant-garde. A medical benefit for breast cancer research? Save the fashion stunts—this is a night for reverence and restraint.' 'There is no shame in looking up a dress code,' says Elle McPherson-Yoon, an expert in dressing timelessly and chicly for a night gala-ing. She points to iconic etiquette and social behavior resources like Emily Post and Debrett's for some further reading. 'Then, I'd say read and understand your invitation well!' she adds. 'The style of the actual invitation should reflect the tone of the event, and tell you about the host, purpose of the event, and season. I would also look up the venue and images from years past if possible.' How to dress for dress codes In need of gala dress code tips? What exactly is gala attire? Well, it can vary. But most broadly and commonly: Black tie Simply, it's a step above cocktail attire and one below 'white tie.' (More on that later). When it comes to 'black tie,' you can generally assume, most simply, that means a long dress for women. But make sure yours comes in an evening-worthy fabric, like lace, chiffon, tulle, or velvet. If the event feels a bit more relaxed, a short dress could cut it if it feels formal and elevated enough, but for peace of mind, we suggest a floor-hitting look. For men (or anyone who wants to wear the more masculine style, really), consider a tuxedo and white dress shirt, and a black bow tie with your dinner jacket. White tie While black tie has overwhelmingly replaced the white tie dress code, it can crop up—just like it did for the 2022 Costume Institute Gala, 'In America: An Anthology of Fashion.'
Vogue
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Vogue
Philipp Plein Resort 2026 Collection
Despite taking place in the usually sunny city of Cannes, Philipp Plein's resort collection was threatened by possible rain. Thus, the garden of the designer's house, which has hosted his resort shows for a decade now, was replaced by another—equally charming—location: the Carlton Beach Club, one of the most famous places of Cannes. The Cannes Film Festival, which is currently in session, has long fascinated Plein. 'It's the place to be, especially at the beginning of the summer season,' he said. Womenswear only, the new offering is an explicit ode to cocktail and evening dresses, mostly in black, with 16 looks that are proof of Plein's commitment to a very niche segment of the market. The sparkling gowns showcased incredible craftsmanship: A fully sequined black dress with red stone embroideries required the labor of two women and 10 days to make, while the short dress in sequined python skin was further decorated with a three-dimensional snake. Cocktail dresses and suede separates were covered in strass, too, while an A-line LBD boasted a crystal version of the matelassé technique. The lineup also included some floaty draped dresses.
