Cathy Horyn is the Cut’s fashion critic-at-large. Before joining the Cut in 2015, she was fashion critic at the New York Times (the second person to ever have the title) from 1999 to 2014.
new york fashion week
Telfar Shows Up, With ClothesPlus: sparkles from Oscar de la Renta and weirdness (in a good way) from Collina Strada.
new york fashion week
A Standout Show for Peter DoThe designer gives New York a much-needed boost. Plus, collections from Gabriella Hearst, Tory Burch, and more.
10 Years From Eckhaus LattaA sexy anniversary show that highlighted the brand’s fierce individuality. Plus: The designers deconstruct their history in 5 looks.
Shayne Oliver Is BackHood By Air brought street cool to the runway before suddenly imploding five years ago. Now, the brand’s designer has returned — as daring as ever.
At Couture, Embracing Hard ChicWhat Daniel Roseberry’s Schiaparelli collection, Maria Grazia Chiuri’s Dior, and Virginie Viard’s Chanel had in common was precision.
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My Time With AndréKnowledge, coupled with his wit and amazing sense of game, should be André Leon Talley’s lasting legacy.
Gucci’s Hollywood RompThe brand takes over a tourist block for glamour with a seedy edge.
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Remembering Alber ElbazAt the close of Paris Fashion Week, a huge crowd gathered to remember the designer Alber Elbaz, who died in April from COVID-related complications.
At Milan Fashion Week, Prada SeducesSexy isn’t all that interesting. Seduction is, however. Raf Simons and Prada embraced that — a big theme this season, to the point of near nakedness.
New York Fashion Week ReturnsAfter a year and a half hiatus, fashion shows, including Proenza Schouler and Maryam Nassir Zadeh, are back.
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My Endless Search for American FashionWhen I started my career, I saw the potential for an American style that was beautiful, uncomplicated, and singular. Where has it gone?
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Rebirth in VenicePierpaolo Piccioli’s Valentino haute couture collection was a breath of fresh air.