Teenagers: They’ve got cell phones, credit cards, and brand identities. A review of Alissa Quart’s “Branded: The Buying and Selling of Teenagers” finds a shared past not too dissimilar, and a terrifying prospect that may lie ahead of us all.
Hail spring! May flowers are just around the corner, bringing new occasions to look dashing. Advice on lightweight suits (nice), scuba gear (when underwater), and seersucker (not yet).
If you look like you just got some, it’s sexy. If you’re dressed like you’re out to get some, it’s slutty. Ignore the distinction.
Forget about your butt; consider your jewelry. (You can change it a hell of a lot faster.) A look at the history of accessories.
Don’t know what to get your (sorta) loved ones for the holidays? Well, there’s always powdered urine.
Why have hats fallen out of favor? After all, if you choose your headgear well, no one will notice what else you’re wearing.
Thanksgiving’s over, Chanukah’s in full swing, and Christmas is right around the corner. Our recommendations for what to get that special someone, i.e., yourself.
Black is slimming, but orange is fun. To hell with neutrals, we want to see more cha-cha in your wardrobe.
Forget about trends for a moment and focus on good taste. Here’s what you need: the A-line skirt, the peacoat, the little black dress.
There is a city that belongs to Sarah Jessica Parker. Rather than let it slowly creep into your head, it’s sometimes nicer to imagine HBO’s hit series as a Beckett play.
