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Cynthia Erivo is GQ’s Man of The Year⭐

“Wicked” star Cynthia Erivo is British GQ’s Man of the Year, and I just have to say, TENS ACROSS THE BOARD! The Matrix vibes are strong, and she is working the hell out of it! 

Styled by Patti Wilson, our cover girl is wearing a leather Dilara Findikoglu Fall 2025 RTW corset ensemble paired with Marc Jacobs platform boots. In other editorial photos, Erivo slips into a sculptural Loewe Spring 2026 RTW trench coat as well as some razor-sharp Givenchy shades. 

Throughout this issue, she flaunts her bold, dramatic aesthetic, often in skin-baring silhouettes done in jet black and moody greys. The power and defiance she radiates through her fashion are so on brand for this cover and her story. In her interview with GQ, In her interview, Erivo says that writing and recording her album let her explore “queerness, desire, sensuality,” and “f*ck with the narrative” of what people expect. As writer Hayley Campbell notes, she stands firm for inclusion, kindness, and radical acceptance. She doesn’t just wear the title Man of the Year — she rewrites what it means to be defiantly, impossibly chic.

Party 4 u, party 4 u….

Les Adore is turning 2–another celebratory trip around the sun! In moments like these, it’s become human nature to take a moment to sit back, pop open some champagne, and spend some time and energy honoring the journey. Whether it's day or night, ball or festival, we’ve been celebrating like this for ages. So let’s take a very quick peek at party history—and the fashion that ruled it.

Medieval Times: 

During this time, specialized party attire was a rarity for the average person. Whether it was for a faire, or a festival later in the night, it was common to wear everyday clothes. However, costumes were still abundantly seen in this time through pageants, where entertainers used fashion as a part of their performance art. 

The Renaissance: 

With more focus on innovation and individualism, the Renaissance saw a higher focus of art, and therefore, of personal perception. What was formerly more communal celebrations morphed into more exclusive gatherings demonstrating wealth and opulence. We experienced a rise in lavishness, reflected in the extravagant banquet gowns of the time. 

18th Century:

 Costumery as a party theme emerged in this time period. With the rise of masquerade balls, party guests began getting more creative with how they presented themselves. Outfits were very curated to particular universally-recognizable themes, like historical characters or objects.

Well…then what? Well… then what? Next week, we’ll crash the 19th century and beyond to keep tracing party fashion’s glow-up. Stay tuned. 🙂

& keep reading for outfits inspired by…the one and only…Napoleon

It’s TIIIIIIIIIIIME!! 🔔🎄🎅🏻

Ladies, listen up – temperatures are dropping below 40, and Black Friday sales are dropping online. Let’s check what’s up for the ins and outs as holiday products start rolling in.

For a quick holiday pick-me-up, the EOS Holiday Collection dropped, and visions of sugar plums will be dancing when you smell this Peppermint Cashmere body mist! For my gourmand girlies: the Kitsch X Grinch collab will have you smelling like cookies straight out of WhoVille.

To keep warm all over, snag these Ugg Goldenstar Clogs and Violet & Brooks Anthropologie earmuffs. Tres Magnifique! 

But before you buy, check back everywhere this Cyber Monday to get the best sales, drops, and styles this holiday season. 

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Napoleon Jackets🎀

As winter creeps in, Napoleon jackets have become my new obsession. The broad shoulders and sharp angles juxtapose the cropped and slim silhouette. Some are mid-length with simple fabric buttons while others are embellished with golden buttons and shimmering rope ornaments 

Ermano Scervino rtw ss17

Personally, their theatrical nature reminds me of the maximalism of British Rococo style of the 1720s and 30s. It feels inherently romantic, a modern adaptation of the Baroque man’s every day dress. Now, worn equally by women, exuding the same elegance and chic-ness in the context of 21st century fashion. 

The best place to find them is the vintage store and they range from all prices. Space of Trinity on Etsy, has a few hand picked vintage ones you will surely love <3 

ITS NOT TURQUOISE, ITS NOT LAPIS, ITS CERULEAN: A DEEP DIVE ON WHY IT REALLY IS THAT DEEP

As the great Meryl Streep once monologued as the iconic Miranda Priestly, “This ‘stuff’? Oh okay, I see. You think this has nothing to do with you.” Directed at Andy Sachs, who “adorned” herself in what Miranda artfully described as a “lumpy blue sweater”, Miranda clocked Andy for her belief that she was somehow “above” the fashion ecosystem, only to find out she was at the bottom.

I’d like to highlight how important this quote is, because what Miranda’s truly telling Andy is what many Tiktok creators have begun to preach: it is that deep. While some parties (Andy, in this case) believe that they are somehow exempt from a number of systems in the world, they are just ignorant to the fact that they are actively participating in it. And others, (Miranda) see the glaring truth: that it truly is that deep.

While intersectionality primarily exists in the overlapping portions of a venn diagram, it may be helpful to instead imagine intersectionality like the fashion ecosystem– with a number of supply chains, conglomerates, and (unfortunately) the people who suffer at the hands of mass power. 

I’m not saying you should avoid these dominant fashion houses completely; I’m just encouraging you to engage with platforms that feature up-and-coming designers. Some of my favorite Instagram accounts are @diet_paratha, @outlandermagazine, and @allthingsfashiontech. 

Too often have we seen fashion brands steal designs from young designers, taking all their ideas with no credit.

So yes, it really is that deep. 

That’s all.

How Do We Go From Innocence to Hatred? 

The Boy in the Striped Pajamas strips the world down to two boys, a fence, and the beliefs that the adults build between them—beliefs that show prejudice isn’t instinct, but inheritance. Bruno and Shmuel's friendship show that children see humanity before ever seeing and allowing differences to come in between them. It's through stories, fears, and biases passed down to them that they learn otherwise.

Their bond makes me wonder: if innocence naturally leans toward empathy, when do we learn to divide? The film’s second lesson cuts even deeper—ignorance isn’t harmless just because it feels innocent. Bruno’s sheltered world, padded with half-truths and comfortable lies, becomes a reminder that not knowing doesn’t excuse the impact of our unawareness. In a time when information swirls around us faster than we can process it, choosing not to look deeper can become its own kind of danger.

The Intensity Behind Music Soundtracks 🎶

Movie soundtracks are so much more than just background music; they're the secret ingredient that can truly make a film unforgettable. Think about the iconic opening of Jaws—that creeping building of "dun-dun, dun-dun" that instantly makes you tense up before you even see the shark. Or, the soaring melodies of  The Lord of the Rings that practically drop you straight into Middle-earth. 

A great soundtrack doesn't just underscore the action; it amplifies the emotions. Remember the bittersweet piano in Up that perfectly captures a lifetime of love and loss? Or the pulsing electronic score of Drive that gives viewers a slow-burn adrenaline rush? These musical moments stick with us long after the credits roll, proving that a killer soundtrack is essential to a film's success.

You might forget the dialogue, but the music?