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☆ 'Barbie' lost most of its Oscars, but its cast won the red carpet
▼ + stars: | 2024-03-11 | by ( Amanda Krause | Samantha Grindell | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

On Sunday, celebrities put on their best outfits to celebrate the 2024 Oscars. The cast of "Barbie" had some of the best red-carpet looks of the night. Margot Robbie and America Ferrera both wore sparkly gowns designed by Versace. AdvertisementThe "Barbie" cast stole the show at the 2024 Oscars — even if the film didn't win every award it was nominated for. First, Margot Robbie, America Ferrera, and company walked the red carpet in stunning outfits.

Persons: Barbie, Margot Robbie, America Ferrera, Versace, —, America, Ryan Gosling, Ken Organizations: America, Service

☆ The most daring looks celebrities wore to the 2024 Vanity Fair Oscar after-party
▼ + stars: | 2024-03-11 | by ( Amanda Krause | Samantha Grindell | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

The 2024 Oscars took place in Los Angeles on Sunday. Stars celebrated the awards at the Vanity Fair Oscar after-party in bold and daring ensembles. NEW LOOK Sign up to get the inside scoop on today’s biggest stories in markets, tech, and business — delivered daily. But stars also celebrated the awards show at the Vanity Fair Oscar after-party at the Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts in Beverly Hills. Many attendees rocked daring looks at the after-party, wearing gowns with sheer detailing or plunging necklines on the red carpet.

Persons: Chrissy Teigen, Quinta Brunson, — Organizations: Sunday, Service, Hollywood's, Dolby Theatre, Wallis Annenberg Center, Performing Arts Locations: Los Angeles, Beverly Hills

Susan Downey and Robert Downey Jr. both wore black, but their outfits were anything but subdued. Susan Downey and Robert Downey Jr. attend the 96th Annual Academy Awards. Mike Coppola/Getty ImagesDowney Jr. took a bolder approach to men's red-carpet fashion with a Western-style suit. His jacket had sharp shoulders and a silver brooch, while his pants were tailored perfectly. His wife, producer Susan Downey, matched him in a strapless gown with a plunging U neckline, a floor-length skirt, and a scarf around her neck.

Persons: Susan Downey, Robert Downey Jr, Mike Coppola, Downey Organizations: Getty

☆ Celebrities who revealed their pregnancies on the red carpet in stunning fashion
▼ + stars: | 2024-03-10 | by ( Amanda Krause | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: 1 min

Blake Lively has debuted her baby bump on the red carpet twice now. Blake Lively in May 2019. Mark Sagliocco/FilmMagicFirst in 2019, the actor revealed she was expecting Betty, her third child with husband Ryan Reynolds, while walking the yellow carpet at the premiere of Reynolds' film "Detective Pikachu." She wore a yellow, sequined midi dress designed by Retrofête, with thin straps, a sweetheart neckline, and a daring slit on the side of its skirt. There was also a matching belt tied loosely above her bump.

Persons: Blake Lively, Mark Sagliocco, Betty, Ryan Reynolds, Reynolds, Pikachu, neckline

The 96th annual Academy Awards took place at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles on Sunday. Celebrities walked the red carpet dressed to the nines. download the app Email address Sign up By clicking “Sign Up”, you accept our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy . AdvertisementOn Sunday, Hollywood's biggest stars celebrated the 96th annual Academy Awards at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles. Celebrities walked the red carpet in eye-catching ensembles.

Persons: Vanessa Hudgens, she's, Eugene Lee Yang, —, Celebrities Organizations: Dolby Theatre, Sunday, Celebrities, Service Locations: Los Angeles

☆ 5 of Margot Robbie's best looks this year and 5 that missed the mark
▼ + stars: | 2024-03-10 | by ( Amanda Krause | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

Margot Robbie has been making fashionable appearances since the start of 2024. But some of the "Barbie" star's outfits have missed the mark. NEW LOOK Sign up to get the inside scoop on today’s biggest stories in markets, tech, and business — delivered daily. AdvertisementOnly three months into the year, Margot Robbie has made fashionable appearances on over a dozen occasions. But the "Barbie" star has also worn a few outfits that missed the mark.

Persons: Margot Robbie, —, She's, Hollywood luncheons Organizations: Service, Hollywood, Golden Globe

☆ Everything Zendaya has worn to the Oscars, ranked from least to most iconic
▼ + stars: | 2024-03-06 | by ( Amanda Krause | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

Zendaya is set to return to the Oscars on Sunday as an award presenter. She's worn simple black dresses, a sharp suit, and iconic gowns. NEW LOOK Sign up to get the inside scoop on today’s biggest stories in markets, tech, and business — delivered daily. AdvertisementZendaya is officially set to return to the Oscars on Sunday. Here's a look at her past Oscars fashion, ranked from least to most iconic.

Persons: —, she'll, She's Organizations: Service, Zendaya, Hollywood

☆ Applebee’s is shrinking. Its parent company may open joint restaurants with IHOP
▼ + stars: | 2024-03-06 | by ( Ramishah Maruf | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +3 min

Dine Brands Global is considering an Applebee’s and IHOP combination, according to an earnings call on February 28. Dine Brands is the parent company of both restaurant chains. Because of the cost to build an Applebee’s, Dine Brands is “assembling a prototype” for another option. The revenue for the joint restaurants could double that of the standalone restaurants, the company said in the earnings call. Combination locations allowed these restaurants, such as Auntie Anne’s and Cinnabon, to expand past malls and into busier streetside spots.

Persons: New York CNN —, Anne’s, Applebee’s, Paul Weaver, Carvel, Auntie Anne’s, ”, Brian Krause, John Peyton, Peyton Organizations: New, New York CNN, Bell, KFC, Dine, Dine Brands, AP, Focus Brands, Brands Locations: New York, Susquehanna, Selinsgrove , Pennsylvania, Cinnabon, Leon , Mexico, Mexico

☆ What the rich and famous are wearing at Paris Fashion Week
▼ + stars: | 2024-03-04 | by ( Amanda Krause | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

Paris Fashion Week is being hosted in France to showcase the latest womenswear designs. Famous athletes and wealthy celebrities have attended so far in stunning fashion. download the app Email address Sign up By clicking “Sign Up”, you accept our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy . AdvertisementThe rich and famous are flaunting their style at Paris Fashion Week. The latest showcase of designer runways, which began on February 26, has so far celebrated womenswear designs from brands like Valentino, Stella McCartney, and Dior.

Persons: Billionaire Kim Kardashian, —, Valentino, Stella McCartney, Anna Wintour, David Beckham, Kim Kardashian Organizations: Service, Paris Fashion, Dior Locations: France

☆ Chaos is ensuing at Trader Joe's over mini tote bags
▼ + stars: | 2024-03-04 | by ( Amanda Krause | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

Shoppers are flocking to Trader Joe's in search of reusable mini tote bags. Videos filmed over the weekend show chaos at Trader Joe's stores as the bags hit shelves. If you visit Trader Joe's this week, you want to keep an eye out for mini tote bags. Over the weekend, employees and shoppers began posting videos about the store's new canvas shopping bags. They look just like the classic, reusable totes that have been sold at Trader Joe's for years but in a much smaller size — almost like a shoulder purse.

Persons: —, Joe's Organizations: Service, tote

☆ Bobbi Brown shares her beauty hot takes, from her thoughts on influencers to grunge makeup
▼ + stars: | 2024-02-29 | by ( Amanda Krause | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

Bobbi Brown is the beauty icon and expert behind nine books and her brand, Jones Road. She recently shared her hot takes on beauty trends and makeup looks with Business Insider. AdvertisementWho knows makeup better than Bobbi Brown? The 66-year-old beauty mogul has been a staple of the cosmetics industry since founding her first beauty brand, Bobbi Brown Cosmetics, in 1991. So, during an interview with Business Insider, we asked Brown to share her thoughts on the most popular beauty products, looks, and trends.

Persons: Bobbi Brown, —, Bobbi Brown Cosmetics, Brown, she's Organizations: Service, Business

☆ The ultimate way to quietly flaunt your wealth is still the $995 white tank top from Prada
▼ + stars: | 2024-02-28 | by ( Amanda Krause | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +5 min

Read previewI can almost guarantee that you own a white tank top. First debuting in 2022, Prada's signature white top is a lot like every other tank on the market. All Prada tank tops are also made entirely of cotton, according to the brand's website. Prada's tank top: the ultimate status symbolYou can't get more casual than a white tank top, so the style might not scream luxury when you first look at it. But even with a Prada logo stamped on the front, isn't a white tank top still just that?

Persons: —, Prada, that's, Miuccia Prada, Raf Simons, Victor Virgile, Kaia Gerber, Hunter Schafer, Tiziana Fabi, It's, There's, Prada Milano, Raimonda Kulikauskiene, Loewe, Miu Miu, what's, it's, Charli D'Amelio, Kendall Jenner, Ncuti, influencers, @dadouchic, it's Prada Organizations: Service, Target, Business, Prada, Vogue, Milan, prada, Harper's, MTV, Variety Locations: Italian, Milan

☆ How Nicole + Felicia created 9 celebrity looks, from Taylor Swift's Eras Tour ball gowns to Jennifer Lopez's Golden Globes dress
▼ + stars: | 2024-02-25 | by ( Amanda Krause | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

Janelle Monáe wears Nicole + Felicia at the 2024 pre-Grammy Gala. Gilbert Flores/Getty ImagesThough the two-piece set was custom-made for Monáe, Chang said it was inspired by the Nicole + Felicia F/W 2024 evening collection. Nicole + Felicia created a black bralette adorned with the brand's signature florals, a high-waisted skirt, and a rose-covered choker that extended down Monáe's back. "I think that's what made the whole gown really special," Chang said of the latter piece. And while floral embellishments are usually crafted from soft fabrics in pastel shades, Nicole + Felicia aimed to do something different.

Persons: Florals, Janelle Monáe's, Janelle Monáe, Nicole, Felicia, Gilbert Flores, Chang, — Chang Organizations: Monáe's

☆ A woman found her dream Prada shoes at Goodwill. She realized they were counterfeits after buying them for $300.
▼ + stars: | 2024-02-21 | by ( Amanda Krause | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +4 min

A TikToker thought she found her dream pair of Prada loafers at a Goodwill boutique for $300. TikToker Maiya Mindoro learned that the hard way after purchasing her dream pair of $1,200 Prada shoes at a Goodwill boutique for $300, only to realize later they were counterfeits. AdvertisementShe said she accepted her mistake after comparing the shoes to other Prada items she'd purchased directly from the brand. Specifically, she noticed clear differences in the logo nameplates, which are flat on authentic Prada items but often textured on counterfeit pieces. And because brick-and-mortar Goodwill stores are all operated independently, as Bell pointed out, each has its own process for authenticating goods.

Persons: Prada, —, Goodwill Colorado, she'd, It's, Stephanie Bell, Ralph Lauren, Bell Organizations: Service, Goodwill, Goodwill Colorado Locations: Denver, Mindoro, Goodwill Colorado

☆ Target shoppers say the store's dupes of luxury perfumes smell better than the real things
▼ + stars: | 2024-02-21 | by ( Amanda Krause | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: 1 min

AdvertisementEveryone wants to smell rich in 2024. But not all fragrance fans are breaking the bank to do so. On TikTok, shoppers are praising Target and its line of perfumes called Fine'ry, which are said to smell exactly like famous scents from designer brands. The brand is exclusive to Target — sold both online and in stores — and its products range in price between $13 and $30 each.

Persons: Target — Organizations: Target Locations: —

☆ Meet Luar, the designer clothing brand that got Beyoncé to attend New York Fashion Week
▼ + stars: | 2024-02-16 | by ( Amanda Krause | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +5 min

Read previewOn Tuesday night, spectators packed into a Bushwick warehouse in Brooklyn, New York, to attend a New York Fashion Week show. A model walks the Luar runway during New York Fashion Week. AdvertisementA model walks the Luar runway during New York Fashion Week. Rihanna has worn Luar dresses, Dua Lipa has carried its famous Ana bag, and, of course, Beyoncé attended the latest Luar runway show. AdvertisementBeyoncé attends the Luar runway show during New York Fashion Week.

Persons: —, Raul Lopez, Nina Westervelt, Luar, Raul, that's, Lopez, he's, Victor Virgile, Ana, Beyoncé, Michael Loccisano Organizations: Service, New, New York City, Business, Hollywood, York, GCV Magazine, W Magazine, FIT, Washington Post, East Coast, British Vogue, New York, Ana tote Locations: Bushwick, Brooklyn , New York, Texas, New York, Brooklyn, Dominican, Dominican Republic, Williamsburg, Domino, Dua Lipa, New

☆ What Zendaya and other celebrities wore to the 'Dune: Part Two' premiere, ranked from least to most daring
▼ + stars: | 2024-02-15 | by ( Amanda Krause | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

The "Dune: Part Two" world premiere was held in London, England, on Thursday. Stars like Florence Pugh and Zendaya were also there in daring fashion. download the app Email address Sign up By clicking “Sign Up”, you accept our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy . During the world premiere of the sequel hosted in London on Thursday, stars like Zendaya, Timothée Chalamet, and Florence Pugh arrived wearing various metallic garments that matched the film's futuristic aesthetic. Here's what those celebrities and others wore, ranked from least to most daring.

Persons: Austin Butler, Timothée Chalamet, Florence Pugh, Zendaya, — Organizations: Service Locations: London, England

☆ Everything we know about the 2024 Met Gala, hosted by Zendaya, Bad Bunny, Jennifer Lopez, and Chris Hemsworth
▼ + stars: | 2024-02-15 | by ( Amanda Krause | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +3 min

Zendaya, Bad Bunny, Jennifer Lopez, and Chris Hemsworth will serve as the 2024 Met Gala co-chairs. AdvertisementIt's almost time for the 2024 Met Gala. The 2024 Met Gala theme: 'Sleeping Beauties' of fashionVogue previously revealed in November 2023 that the upcoming Met Gala theme will showcase both new "masterpieces of fashion" and ones that are so old and delicate they can never be worn again. Halle Bailey attends the 2023 Met Gala in New York City. But in true Met Gala fashion, we'll have to wait until the first Monday of May to find out for sure.

Persons: Bunny, Jennifer Lopez, Chris Hemsworth, —, Anna Wintour, Shou Chew, Loewe, Jonathan Anderson, Kim Kardashian, Angela Weiss, J.G . Ballard, Halle Bailey, Cindy Ord Organizations: Vogue, Service, Metropolitan Museum of Art, Costume Institute, Getty, Business Locations: New York City

☆ 9 status symbols that are everywhere, according to people at New York Fashion Week
▼ + stars: | 2024-02-15 | by ( Amanda Krause | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

New York Fashion Week is one of the most famous style events in the world. So, we asked attendees what status symbols are popular among their friends, colleagues, and peers. They said Dior skiwear, designer kitten heels, and Prada clothes are all having a moment. AdvertisementIf anyone knows what's trendy, it's the people attending New York Fashion Week. So this year, Business Insider asked a handful of people on-site what status symbols they've been seeing in their inner circles.

Persons: Dior skiwear, Prada, —, skiwear Organizations: Service, New York, Business

☆ Outfits Dakota Johnson has worn this year, ranked from least to most daring
▼ + stars: | 2024-02-14 | by ( Amanda Krause | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

Dakota Johnson is as much of a fashion icon as she is a movie star. She's also worn crop tops and plunging necklines on red carpets. NEW LOOK Sign up to get the inside scoop on today’s biggest stories in markets, tech, and business — delivered daily. AdvertisementThere's no doubt that Dakota Johnson is a fashion superstar. So here's a look at some of the outfits she's sported so far this year, ranked from least to most daring.

Persons: Dakota Johnson, She's, —, she's Organizations: Service Locations: catsuit

☆ Blake Lively attended the Super Bowl in nearly half a million dollars worth of jewelry
▼ + stars: | 2024-02-13 | by ( Amanda Krause | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +2 min

Blake Lively attended the 2024 Super Bowl with Taylor Swift on Sunday. AdvertisementTickets for the 2024 Super Bowl cost thousands of dollars this year, up to $196,875 per person. But the jewelry that Blake Lively wore to Sunday's game cost more than double that amount. Taylor Swift and Blake Lively attend the 2024 Super Bowl. Ezra Shaw/Getty ImagesIf it's not clear just how expensive Lively's Super Bowl jewelry was, let's put it this way.

Persons: Blake Lively, Taylor Swift, —, Lively, Rob Carr, Elsa Peretti, Ezra Shaw, let's, Usher, Swift Organizations: Adidas, Tiffany, Service

☆ Inside New York Fashion Week where subtle luxury still reigns supreme
▼ + stars: | 2024-02-12 | by ( Amanda Krause | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +4 min

Quiet luxury was everywhere at Badgley Mischka's runway show during New York Fashion Week. A model walks the Badgley Mischka runway during New York Fashion Week. Advertisement"I'm always quiet luxury," she said while pointing to her Cartier glasses, which were a gift from her daughter Jordyn. Elizabeth Woods attends the Badgley Mischka runway show during New York Fashion Week. "I'm from Connecticut, where quiet luxury is the thing, so I just see so much that I'm over it."

Persons: —, Badgley Mischka, Kelly Rutherford, Jonathan Cheban, Adrienne Bailon, Houghton, Rian, Mark Badgley, James Mischka —, it's, Amanda Krause, Daisy Marquez, Elizabeth Woods, Jordyn Woods, doesn't, Cartier, Jordyn, Hailey Bieber's, Thomaï, You've, Gen, Sofia Richie, Jeremy Moeller, Molly Farrell, Savage, Eva Marcille, Marcille Organizations: New York, Service, Starrett, Lehigh, York, NYU's Stern School of Business, Housewives, Atlanta Locations: New, New York City, Rhode, I'm, Connecticut

☆ Every outfit Zendaya has worn to promote the 'Dune' franchise, ranked from least to most daring
▼ + stars: | 2024-02-09 | by ( Amanda Krause | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

Zendaya is widely recognized as a fashion superstar thanks to her daring and experimental outfits. She's worn many of her boldest looks while promoting the "Dune" franchise since 2021. NEW LOOK Sign up to get the inside scoop on today’s biggest stories in markets, tech, and business — delivered daily. And that's largely because she loves to take risks and experiment with out-there garments, many of which she's worn while promoting the "Dune" franchise. Here's a look at those outfits, ranked from least to most daring.

Persons: Zendaya, — Organizations: Service

☆ Taylor Swift's gameday outfits are a touchdown for fashion brands
▼ + stars: | 2024-02-09 | by ( Amanda Krause | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +10 min

She attended 12 Kansas City Chiefs games during the regular season to support her boyfriend, NFL star Travis Kelce, and her fashion choices stole the show each time. Taylor Swift attending an NFL game between the Kansas City Chiefs and the Miami Dolphins. Taylor Swift attends a Kansas City Chiefs game on December 10, 2023. Taylor Swift attends a game between the Kansas City Chiefs and the New England Patriots on December 17, 2023. "There are tons of people who have no idea who we are, and Taylor Swift is the biggest star in the world.

Persons: Taylor Swift, Swift, Travis Kelce, Swifties couldn't, they've, Taylor, Ed Zurga, Chris Harrington, Jamie Squire, Harrington, we've, Emily Bordner, Bordner, Donna Kelce, Patrick Smith, —, Emily Bordner Westside, Kathryn Cacho, Danielle Parhizkaran, it's, Kathryn, Misha Wilson, Kelce, Simone Kendle, Erimish, Wilson, Erin Andrews, Daniella Fiala, Samantha Colby, We've, Fiala, Sportico, Kristin Juszczyk, Kyle Juszczyk, Brittany Mahomes, Simone Biles, It's, haven't Organizations: Kansas City Chiefs, Chiefs, Super, NFL, Miami Dolphins, Westside Storey, Kansas City, EB, AFC, Baltimore Ravens, Emily Bordner Westside Storey, New England Patriots, Boston Globe, Getty, Los Angeles Chargers, AFC Championship, San Francisco 49ers, Arrowhead Locations: Kansas City , Missouri, —, Kansas, Missouri, Westside

☆ 7 of the best couple looks on the NFL Honors red carpet
▼ + stars: | 2024-02-09 | by ( Amanda Krause | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

The NFL Honors were hosted in Las Vegas on Thursday night. Celebrity couples arrived in stunning fashion, wearing a mix of sparkling gowns and colorful suits. AdvertisementThe 2024 NFL Honors doubled as a celebration of fashion. Celebrities, athletes, and their partners walked the event's red carpet in Las Vegas, Nevada, on Thursday night — all in stunning fashion. Here are the best outfits couples wore throughout the night.

Persons: — Organizations: Service Locations: Las Vegas, Tyreek, Las Vegas , Nevada

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