Style & Fashion

Attendees at a past Style 412 meeting outline their ideas for unifying and growing Pittsburgh's style industry.

What can Pittsburgh do to step up its fashion scene? Style 412 outlines a plan in new report

The initiative held a monthly discussion series to brainstorm ways to elevate the visibility and viability of Pittsburgh’s fashion scene.

3 days ago

First lady Melania Trump wears a $51,500 Dolce & Gabbana jacket to the G7 Summit. What message does her luxurious sense of style send?

The politics of style: What messages do first ladies send through their fashions?

What can we learn about Melania Trump and Michelle Obama, based on their clothing? Stylists and a fashion psychologist weigh in.

4 days ago

Alfred Angelo bridal stores close unexpectedly

The Delray Beach, Florida-headquartered chain has two Pittsburgh locations, in Ross and Monroeville.

6 days ago

Kellyanne Conway, the campaign manager for Donald Trump, left, and Robby Mook, campaign manager for Hillary Clinton, sit on stage prior to a forum at Harvard University's Kennedy School of Government in Cambridge, Mass., Thursday, Dec. 1, 2016. Ms. Conway, a counselor to President Donald Trump, regularly represents the White House on television appearances wearing sleeveless dresses.

Debunking 'appropriate attire': Women should have the right to bare arms (and shoulders, necks, etc.)

These days, “appropriate attire” is stirring a lot of sartorial debate. How do we define it? And who gets to decide it?

1 week ago

New Albany, Ohio-based retailer Abercrombie & Fitch noted that on May 10 it had started preliminary merger talks with several parties but in the end decided against such a move.

Abercrombie & Fitch says it's not for sale after all

Earlier this year, news reports identified South Side-based retailer American Eagle Outfitters among those talking with Abercrombie.

1 week ago

A view of Downtown Pittsburgh from atop of Mount Washington, where a new shop that sells locally made goods is located.

Stylebook: New shop love, Pittsburgh in Mount Washington sells all locally made goods

Plus, check out other things to do this week in Pittsburgh fashion, including the Style 412 retrospective, a Style Week mixer and more.

1 week ago

Michelle Workman's Fitzgerald Credenza from the Facet Collection for French Heritage.

Dive into Art Deco furniture this summer

Making a big splash this summer is Facet, a new collection by Michelle Workman for furniture maker French Heritage.

1 week ago

Solange Knowles on the cover of Teen Vogue.

Style meets social activism in refreshed Teen Vogue magazine

Cheery cover lines about fashion and beauty tips have been replaced with in-your-face activism, calling on teens to stand up and speak out.

1 week ago

The Shoei RF-1200 Valkyrie helmet. Prices start at $486. The model we tested, in the same color scheme shown here, would cost around $750, including the $160 photochromic faceshield.

MOTORCYCLE PRODUCT REVIEW: Riding safe and in style

No need to compromise safety for good looks with this equipment designed to enhance your next two-wheel adventure.

1 week ago

Some shoppers fret when companies take over favorite brands

Consumers don’t like when big companies take over their favorite brands.

2 weeks ago

Richard Greenberg, aka "Kilt Man," made his rounds on Thursday along Murray Avenue in Squirrel Hill.

Squirrel Hill's Kilt Man determined to stand out despite reversal of fortune

Richard Greenberg’s Scot-influenced attire makes him stand out in the Squirrel Hill crowd.

2 weeks ago

Bonobos, a new men's clothing store in East Liberty. Store guides lead customers through their collection, help them find the right styles and fit, and have the clothes sent to the customer's home or office.

Fashion East: East Liberty is becoming a magnet for men's retail

Could East Liberty become to menswear what Shadyside’s Walnut Street is to women’s shopping? A handful of new store openings points to yes.

2 weeks ago

On July 5 -- National Bikini Day -- Villa Italian Kitchen will sell two-piece swimsuits made from real pizza.

Here's how you can order a bikini made out of pizza — but it will cost a lot of dough

In time for National Bikini Day on July 5, Villa Italian Kitchen will sell handmade two-piece swimsuits made from real pizza.

3 weeks ago

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, his wife Sophie Gregoire Trudeau, right, and their children Ella-Grace and Xavier walk in the Pride parade in Toronto, Sunday, June 25, 2017. He wore a pair of rainbow-striped socks that read "Eid Mubarak," the religious holiday that marks the end of Ramadan, which happened to coincide with the parade.

The Justin Trudeau effect: Socks can bring people together (no really, they can!)

Need to break the ice with a world leader? If you’re Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, a trendy pair of socks can do the trick.

3 weeks ago

Sewickley art, craft galleries

Check out these places to take in arts and crafts in the neighborhood.

3 weeks ago

Sewickley boutique Lex & Lynne caters to women, men and now, brides

When Alexis Corry opened Lex & Lynne it was only meant to be a pop-up boutique. Four years later, it's a neighborhood go-to and more.

3 weeks ago

A wedding gown that will be available at Luna boutique.

Coming soon: Luna by Glitter & Grit in Sewickley

Luna, a sister store to Glitter & Grit slated to open in late summer at 616 Beaver St. in Sewickley.

3 weeks ago

KC Kaluhiokalani, one of the owners of urbanfitco, an activewear boutique on Beaver Street in Sewickley

Urbanfitco brings on-trend activewear to Sewickley

Last year, KC Kaluhiokalani launched urbanfitco, as an e-commerce site, it’s success has led to a flagship store that opened in March.

3 weeks ago

Chuck Cramer, co-owner of House of the Dead at Main and Butler streets in Lawrenceville, showed off his little shop of horrors when it opened in 2012. The store closed on June 24.

Oct. 2012 - June 2017 | RIP Lawrenceville zombie shop House of the Dead

Owners Stu Neft and Chuck Cramer leave with “no tears” after five years of bringing joy to fellow zombie lovers near and far.

3 weeks ago

Ivanka Trump, daughter and assistant to President Donald Trump, plays with her daughter Arabella Rose Kushner the Rose Garden during during a Congressional Picnic on the South Lawn at the White House on Thursday, June 22.

Ivanka Trump the latest celeb under fire for showing some shoulder -- but why?

Ivanka Trump, Megyn Kelly and a high school senior in West Milford, N.J., have all been in the news lately for showing some shoulder.

3 weeks ago

Sunglasses at "SEE" Eyeware, on Walnut Street in Shadyside.

Seen in Pittsburgh: Make a statement with sunglasses

Rain or shine, statement sunglasses are an essential accessory for the warm-weather months ahead.

3 weeks ago

Irving Penn's photograph "Woman in Moroccan Palace" depicts Lisa Fonssagrives, who became his wife. It was shot in Marrakesh in 1951.

Irving Penn found beauty everywhere

Irving Penn’s curiosity drove him to photograph people in foreign lands, urban street scenes, tradesmen and couture fashion models.

3 weeks ago

Donald Trump one-piece swimsuit is making a splash

The brand Beloved has launched a one-piece swimsuit with President Donald Trump’s face on it -— and it’s all the buzz on social media.

4 weeks ago

Drybar, which has 70-plus locations across the country, is known for its crisp, clean interior with pops of buttercup yellow. Its first Pittsburgh location is now scheduled to open June 30 in Upper St. Clair.

Drybar Pittsburgh postpones opening

Opening day, which was slated for Friday at 1800 Washington Road in Upper St. Clair, has been postponed until June 30.

4 weeks ago

Mattel unveiled 15 new looks for its Ken doll, including a man-bun.

Mattel has missed the mark with Ken doll's new man-bun

Mattel has missed the sartorial mark on parts of the Ken doll’s makeover -— and here’s why.

4 weeks ago

Juju in Point Breeze is a lifestyle boutique specializing in Boho vintage fashion with a dose of magic.

Want to make your own underwear? There's a class for that

Whether sewing, smudge sticks or smoky eye makeup is your liking, there’s a class to cater to all of those interests and more!

4 weeks ago

What can Pittsburgh do to step up its fashion scene? Style 412 outlines a plan in new report

The politics of style: What messages do first ladies send through their fashions?

Alfred Angelo bridal stores close unexpectedly

Debunking 'appropriate attire': Women should have the right to bare arms (and shoulders, necks, etc.)

Abercrombie & Fitch says it's not for sale after all

Stylebook: New shop love, Pittsburgh in Mount Washington sells all locally made goods

Dive into Art Deco furniture this summer

Style meets social activism in refreshed Teen Vogue magazine

MOTORCYCLE PRODUCT REVIEW: Riding safe and in style

Some shoppers fret when companies take over favorite brands

Squirrel Hill's Kilt Man determined to stand out despite reversal of fortune

Fashion East: East Liberty is becoming a magnet for men's retail

Here's how you can order a bikini made out of pizza — but it will cost a lot of dough

The Justin Trudeau effect: Socks can bring people together (no really, they can!)

Sewickley art, craft galleries

Sewickley boutique Lex & Lynne caters to women, men and now, brides

Coming soon: Luna by Glitter & Grit in Sewickley

Urbanfitco brings on-trend activewear to Sewickley

Oct. 2012 - June 2017 | RIP Lawrenceville zombie shop House of the Dead

Ivanka Trump the latest celeb under fire for showing some shoulder -- but why?

Seen in Pittsburgh: Make a statement with sunglasses

Irving Penn found beauty everywhere

Donald Trump one-piece swimsuit is making a splash

Drybar Pittsburgh postpones opening

Mattel has missed the mark with Ken doll's new man-bun

Want to make your own underwear? There's a class for that

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