—u/BuddhaKekz Context: Much of what we know comes from two key sources. On the Mediterranean side, The Periplus of the Erythraean Sea (mid-first century CE) was written by a Greek-speaking Egyptian merchant living under Roman rule. While the author himself traveled only as far as India, the text refers to lands…
Brandy in a Black Velvet Crystal-Embellished Balmain Blazer and Beret at the Recording Academy Honors
Brandy attended the Recording Academy Honors presented by The Black Music Collective alongside her daughter, Sy’rai Smith, where she was honored with the Black Music Icon Award. For the occasion, the singer wore a black velvet blazer by Balmain, detailed with crystal embellishments tracing the lapels and adding dimension to…
Pieter Mulier Departs Maison Alaïa After Summer Fall 2026 Collection, Marking the End of a Creative Era
Maison Alaïa has announced the departure of Creative Director Pieter Mulier following the presentation of the house’s Summer Fall 2026 collection. Mulier will conclude his tenure after several years at the helm, with the studio ensuring creative continuity during an interim period until a new creative organization is confirmed. Founded…
ICYMI: JANUARY – Atlantic-Pacific
January 31, 2026 Well, this month flew by. In case you missed it, we covered quite a bit in January! From new drops from some of our favorite retailers, to fashion edits, to our tried and true monthly installments, to beauty posts, and more! JANUARY’S TOP 10 POSTS… ETSY FINDS…
Teyana Taylor Hosts SNL in a Chanel Pre-Fall 2026 Red Fur Jacket and “I ❤️ NY” Sequined Shirt
Teyana Taylor brought a bold, graphic fashion moment to late-night television while hosting Saturday Night Live, wearing a look from Chanel’s Pre-Fall 2026 collection. The outfit featured a statement red fur jacket layered over a crystal-embellished “I ❤️ NY” shirt, pairing texture and pop iconography with Chanel’s high-fashion craftsmanship. The…
Rakuten Explained: How It Works + Every Way You Can Shop
If you’ve ever wondered how Rakuten works, the short answer is: Rakuten pays you to shop. The longer answer is: Rakuten partners with over 3,500 stores, and those stores pay Rakuten for sending them customers (that’s you!). Rakuten then shares that money with the shoppers (that’s you again!) in…
5 Graceful Flats With Arch Support (Yes, it’s true!)
I’m not promising you running shoe support, but over the past few years certain shoe companies have figured out how to sneak moderate arch support into flats while maintaining a sleek profile. Let’s take a look at my favorite six! Vionic Orinda 1. I love my new Vionic Orinda flats. Watch my…
7 Fun and Flirty Valentine’s Day Finds to Love This February
Valentine’s Day is nearly here and it’s no surprise that some of our favorite brands have jumped at the opportunity to bring us fun and flirty finds to celebrate the season of love. The aisles of every store — and our social media feeds — are currently drenched in pink…
How CPI Reports Trickledown to Luxury Retail and Designer Trends
Luxury fashion is a world of its own, insulated, slow to change, and driven by aesthetics rather than economics. Despite differences from other sectors, the luxury retail sector also pays close attention to the same macro signals that move global financial markets. Few macro indicators are more influential than the…
The 7 Best Deals From RetailMeNot’s January Cash Back Boost Event
The wait for RetailMeNot’s latest Cash Back Boost Event is over! During this three-day event, RetailMeNot members can take advantage of our highest cash back offers for the month, made available by some of our top retailers and brands. These exclusive cash back deals are available from December 29 to 31.…