An era in fashion ended quietly during last year’s final days: Legendary fashion designer Pierre Cardin died at a Paris hospital on Dec. 29, at the age of 98.

Cardin established his first fashion house in 1950, after apprenticing with Christian Dior and Schiaparelli (and working on the costumes for the classic 1946 Jean Cocteau film “Beauty...Read more

Color trend forecaster Pantone has announced its Color of the Year for 2021, summing up the global vibe that the company is seeing. That color will now trickle down to what we see and influence what we buy, from clothes and cars to the way we decorate our homes.

This year, for the second time in the program’s history, the company brought ...Read more

For some, picking out a planner can be as head-scratching as sticking to a new year’s resolution. Small or large? Hardbound or spiral-wire spine? Dated or blank for customizing?

Some of my favorite yearly organizers (as well as ones that typically show up high on “best planners” lists) all have one thing in common: They’re the product ...Read more

If you’re anything like us, you’ve already started gathering ideas on where to travel next year. And while there are plenty of big-ticket destinations worth a spot on your 2021 travel bucket list, we want to call out a few places that may have been overlooked.

Whether you want to discover something new or spread the love (overtourism is ...Read more

Dear Answer Angel Ellen: I read somewhere that Crocs are making a comeback. That CAN’T be true!! Whaaat? Why? What’s your opinion of these ugly shoes?

— Pammy J.

Dear Pammy: I guess I don’t get out much these days because this is a trend that totally escaped my attention. But you’re right. “We Can’t Believe It, Either: Crocs ...Read more

While we're big fans of packing light and sticking to a carry-on bag, for longer vacations or trips with lots of souvenirs (hello, wine from France), checking a bag can be the best option.

But before you stuff everything into your suitcase and send it on its way, check out the nine things you should never pack in checked luggage, whether for ...Read more

Dear Answer Angel Ellen: Since I have been isolating because of COVID, I have not been able to enjoy my favorite pastime: thrift store shopping. I feel strongly that we should buy used because it is best for our environment.

But I had a problem when I finally did, carefully, go thrifting and joyously purchased several nice tops. I was so ...Read more

This year was long. This year was hard. This year was sad. Yet it was full of life lessons.

Throughout the year, we shared with readers lots of ways to cope gracefully. They included creating rituals, learning to listen to loved ones, and practicing self-compassion in these unchartered waters. Here is a roundup. Here’s to a better 2021....Read more

Now hear this: Wellness isn’t just for well-to-do one-percenters. Increasingly, self-care has become accessible to everyone, whether that’s through a free meditation app or a bike-share program.

But there’s one aspect of health and wellness that still feels reserved for the ultra-rich — the restorative getaway. Plenty of seasoned ...Read more

PITTSBURGH — Even though a lot of us wore sweats for most of 2020, a handful of fashion trends still managed to find their way to the top of people’s shopping lists.

ShopStyle — an online fashion discovery and shopping platform — recently released its list of the top consumer trends people searched for online this year, driven by ...Read more

To say that 2020 was a supremely challenging year is a major understatement, with stress and turmoil that never seemed to end. It’s time to look ahead and start the new year with realistic resolutions that will pay off with a healthier, happier you.

You may not be going back to the gym anytime soon, but you can give up the nonstop snacking ...Read more

PITTSBURGH — After a year of temporary shutdowns, safety restrictions and slumping sales, fashion and retail insiders are hopeful that better days are ahead in 2021. But they’re not there yet.

COVID-19 case numbers are still surging in many states, and it will take a while for vaccines to be widely distributed. That means the pandemic ...Read more

Sometimes, you need to take a vacation designed to truly get away from it all. Wellness trips offer the chance to indulge in yoga, spa treatments, nature hikes and clean eating, so you can return to the real world rested and recharged. But before you bliss out completely, you have to pack.

Don't worry, we came up with a list of essential ...Read more

Dear Answer Angel Ellen: I would like to find a safe, nontoxic, low-odor nail polish and polish remover I love. So far, I have tried marketed-for-kids Piggy Paint. While I loved the polish, it was impossible to remove! I bought their brand of remover, with no luck. Regular acetone remover didn’t work. Like many people who had left reviews on...Read more

PITTSBURGH — John Eastman’s commercial brand is a direct outgrowth of his minimalist lifestyle.

He would seem to be an odd man out in such an acquisitive society as ours, but having less can be healthier, even liberating. During the pandemic, he has set out to show us what that can look like.

In small spaces that bookend the former Regent ...Read more

As 2020 comes to a close, we’re dreaming about staying anywhere that’s not our own house. What better way to celebrate traveling again than by staying in a brand-new hotel?

From overwater bungalows to New York City luxury, these are the hotel openings that we’re most excited about for 2021.

Airelles, Château de Versailles Grand Contr�...Read more

CHICAGO — Evelyn Brito used to make fun of friends and family members who loved Crocs’ chunky, colorful clogs — until she gave them a try during the early days of the coronavirus pandemic.

They weren’t the right look when she worked at an office downtown, testing hardware and software for audio equipment. She preferred wearing flats or ...Read more

ST. LOUIS, Mo. — During the COVID-19 pandemic, many of the folks who toil behind the scenes on theatrical productions have found themselves unemployed. But costume designer Robin L. McGee has been anything but idle.

McGee, who has worked on Muny productions including “Cinderella,” “The Little Mermaid” and “Jerome Robbins’ Broadway...Read more

PITTSBURGH — The COVID-19 pandemic has taught us plenty of new things — social distancing, how to use Zoom, a newfound appreciation for snagging Lysol wipes at the store. It’s also introduced us to new accessories, like fashion-forward face mask holders that double as a necklace.

Face mask holders look like old-school eyeglass necklace ...Read more

It’s that time of the year again — ski season. The mountains are fresh with snow and surrounded by chilly, crisp air. Whether you’re a fan of resorts or you're a backcountry-skiing enthusiast, there are quite a few things you’ll need to pack for a ski trip to keep you warm and cozy.

We’ve created a list of nine essentials for any ...Read more