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February 27, 2026

2026 Met Gala’s Dress Code Has Officially Been Announced

The Met Gala is undoubtedly one of spring’s most highly anticipated events. Perhaps even more anticipated, though, is the gala’s dress code, which not only sets the tone of its red carpet, but that of the Costume Institute’s accompanying exhibition. Ahead of the celebrations on May 4, 2026, the Metropolitan Museum of Art and the Costume Institute have announced this year’s theme: “fashion is art.

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January 30, 2026

Iris van Herpen’s Nature-Inspired, Sculptural Garments Will Be on Display in Brooklyn

Working at the intersection of art, sustainability, and science, Iris van Herpen is one of the most innovative fashion designers working today. The Dutch designer is known for using innovative materials and techniques to create otherworldly haute couture garments that reflect the dynamic systems of the natural world. Her upcoming exhibition at the Brooklyn Museum, Iris van Herpen: Sculpting the Senses, showcases over 140 of her creations made over the last 19 years.

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January 19, 2026

Smart Press-On Nails Let You Instantly Change Your Manicure Color With an App

Imagine a manicure that can shift from subtle nude to bold crimson in seconds, without a drop of polish or a visit to the salon. That once speculative idea became tangible at CES 2026 in Las Vegas, where digital beauty brand iPolish introduced app-controlled press-on nails capable of changing color on demand. Traditional nail polish, while familiar and expressive, is also time consuming.

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November 20, 2025

Malaysian Fashion Designers Turn LEGO’s Botanical Collection Into Wearable Art

From a kaleidoscope to a Colosseum cat bed, the LEGO brick’s versatility seems endless. But it’s the company’s Botanical Collection that has truly captured the imagination of nature lovers, inspiring everything from vibrant garden installations to eye-catching NYC stoops—and now, even fashion. Designers at a fashion show in Centre Court, Pavilion Kuala Lumpur recently showcased how LEGO’s brick-built stems, leaves and petals can be transformed into wearable art.

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