Skiers on the slopes in 1963 10:08pm

Chalet girls

There’s a cold wind blowing in fashion, thanks to streamlined ski pants and graphic knits inspired by the slopes

Material World

Vanessa Friedman
A fashion year lacking of grand moments still bears significance against a period of uncertainty
Vanessa Friedman
There are some who find the concept mind-boggling. But there are two fashion breeds whose needs are satisfied by it
Margaret Thatcher 10:08pm

Thatcher’s style legacy

As Meryl Streep stars in ‘The Iron Lady’, fashion writer Caroline Weber explores how Britain’s first female prime minister created her unique look

Models in looks from Tommy Hilfiger, Jonathan Saunders and Stella McCartney Dec 23, 2011

Chalet girls

There’s a cold wind blowing in fashion, thanks to streamlined ski pants and graphic knits inspired by the slopes

Dec 23, 2011

Thatcher’s style legacy

As Meryl Streep stars in ‘The Iron Lady’, fashion writer Caroline Weber explores how Britain’s first female prime minister created her unique look

Christmas gifts Dec 16, 2011

One week before Christmas

From Louis Vuitton keychains to sequinned wool sweaters – a glittering selection of last-minute gifts

Autumn/winter designs Dec 16, 2011

Tartan uprising

This season the classic check comes with attitude and a modern twist, relying on surprising juxtapositions for its allure

Converse Outsider boots, Chanel boots Dec 16, 2011

The boot boom

Practical winter footwear is a trend that keeps growing, as it evolves into an all-season, everyday basic

Madonna's bra Dec 16, 2011

Brocade, burkas and Madonna’s bra

Why curators from Kyoto to Moscow are competing for acquisitions to fill the world’s growing number of fashion museums

Dec 16, 2011

‘Yule wear it well’

Men’s wear experts and enthusiasts offer their verdicts on festive fashion clichés, and some stylish alternatives

Valentino spring/summer show in Paris in 2008 Dec 16, 2011

Red hot

The colour is everywhere in the world of style and fashion – and its symbolism is not just for Christmas

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