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            <![CDATA[  The Happy Now   ]]>
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            <![CDATA[  Covering a wide range of positive topics to help escape the crazy world.  Such as crafting, gaming, diy, fitness, meditation, food, local events and travel.   ]]>
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                <![CDATA[  Pierre Laborde’s Handmade Bags Become a Viral Sensation   ]]>
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                <![CDATA[ Designer Pierre Laborde’s handmade handbags have become so popular that shoppers line up for hours and even fly to New York hoping to buy one.  ]]>
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                Mon, 31 Aug 2026 08:42:17 -0400
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                <![CDATA[  The Secret Behind the Viral Pierre Laborde Bags Is How Each of Them Are Created by Hand   ]]>
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                <![CDATA[ Pierre Laborde moved to the U.S. from Haiti with talent and a dream. After decades of working in the fashion industry, a TikTok made his designs go viral.  ]]>
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                Thu, 28 May 2026 09:01:46 -0400
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                <![CDATA[  Fall Winter 2026/2027 Fashion Shows You Cannot Miss   ]]>
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                <![CDATA[ Discover the top Fall Winter 2026/2027 fashion shows, from Valentino and Dior to Loewe and Chloé, plus standout runway moments from Paris, Milan, and New York.  ]]>
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                Thu, 23 Apr 2026 09:16:28 -0400
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                <![CDATA[  West LA Fourth Grader Becomes Youngest Designer To Debut Collection at Paris Fashion Week   ]]>
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                <![CDATA[ Meet Max Alexander, the West Los Angeles fourth grader who is now the youngest fashion designer ever to have a show at Paris Fashion Week.  ]]>
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                Thu, 05 Mar 2026 12:46:12 -0500
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                <![CDATA[  Best of Grammys 2026 Fashion   ]]>
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                <![CDATA[ Step into the spotlight with the best Glambots from the Grammys 2026 red carpet!  ]]>
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                Mon, 02 Feb 2026 12:22:25 -0500
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                <![CDATA[  How Maine Style Became Fashion   ]]>
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                <![CDATA[ Popular fashion probably isn’t the first thing you think of when you think of Maine. But recently the “Maine” aesthetic is trending… online and in person.  ]]>
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                Thu, 29 Jan 2026 16:47:36 -0500
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                <![CDATA[  Greensleeves: The Elizabethan Love Song That Became a Cultural Time Capsule   ]]>
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                <![CDATA[ Discover the hidden history of Greensleeves, the famous Tudor love song turned Christmas hymn — and how the Greensleeves Project uncovered its secret meaning.  ]]>
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                Fri, 09 Jan 2026 16:32:04 -0500
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                <![CDATA[  The Tignon Law: When Fashion Became Resistance in Colonial Louisiana   ]]>
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                <![CDATA[ Explore the Tignon Law of 1786—an attempt to control Black women’s appearance that backfired into a bold symbol of style, identity, and resistance.  ]]>
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                Thu, 08 Jan 2026 11:57:26 -0500
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                <![CDATA[  The Extravagance of 1700s Court Dresses: The Spitalfields Mantua Dress   ]]>
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                <![CDATA[ In the 18th century, Mantua dresses were the height of court fashion. In this video, our experts discuss a rare and spectacular dress that dates from around 1756.  ]]>
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                Thu, 18 Dec 2025 08:26:43 -0500
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                <![CDATA[  Why Some Southerners Call Shorts “Pants”: A Deep Dive Into Southern Speech and Tradition   ]]>
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                <![CDATA[ Discover why many Americans in the South refer to shorts as “pants.” Explore the history, regional dialect, cultural habits, and Southern traditions that shaped this unique linguistic quirk.  ]]>
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                Wed, 19 Nov 2025 08:02:05 -0500
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                <![CDATA[  Top Spring Summer 2026 Fashion Shows You Cannot Miss   ]]>
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                <![CDATA[ Discover the most anticipated Spring Summer 2026 fashion shows, featuring major designer debuts at Chanel, Dior, Versace, and more shaping the future of style.  ]]>
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                Mon, 29 Sep 2025 08:45:00 -0400
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                <![CDATA[  Legendary Designer Bob Mackie Discusses His New Documentary and His Fashion Career   ]]>
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                <![CDATA[ Bob Mackie talks about designing for the stars and the new “Bob Mackie: Naked Illusion” documentary.  ]]>
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                Wed, 03 Sep 2025 08:27:08 -0400
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                <![CDATA[  Living Couture: Iris van Herpen’s Algae-Infused Masterpieces   ]]>
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                <![CDATA[ Iris van Herpen stuns Paris with bioluminescent algae dresses, 3D-printed gowns, and a visionary blend of fashion, science, and sustainability. Check out Iris' Haute Couture Fall Winter 2025/2026 collection.  ]]>
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                Sat, 12 Jul 2025 15:43:57 -0400
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                <![CDATA[  Why the Seersucker Suit Is a New Orleans Staple   ]]>
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                <![CDATA[ Southern gentlemen know all about the beauty and coolness of the seersucker suit, and its connection to New Orleans.  ]]>
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                Tue, 08 Jul 2025 08:22:26 -0400
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                <![CDATA[  Diamond Wars: The Future of Lab Grown vs. Natural Diamonds   ]]>
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                <![CDATA[ Lab Grown diamonds continue to put pressure on the $370 billion dollar global jewelry market.  ]]>
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                Tue, 03 Jun 2025 13:48:10 -0400
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                <![CDATA[  Hidden Gems and High Drama with Sotheby's Magazine Editor in Chief Kristina O'Neill   ]]>
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                <![CDATA[ When Kristina O’Neill steps into Frank Everett’s office, it’s not just a chat — it’s a deep dive into beauty, memory, and meaning.  ]]>
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                Tue, 03 Jun 2025 13:38:53 -0400
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                <![CDATA[  Turning Trash to Treasure: How People Profit Off Pineapple Scraps   ]]>
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            <link>https://the-happy-now.com/news/turning-trash-to-treasure--how-people-profit-off-pineapple-scraps</link>
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                <![CDATA[ In a world desperately seeking sustainability, one company's golden idea has transformed pineapple waste into eco-friendly gold.  ]]>
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                Tue, 03 Jun 2025 13:31:53 -0400
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                <![CDATA[  2025 American Music Awards Red Carpet Fashions   ]]>
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                <![CDATA[ The 2025 American Music Awards are back after a two-year hiatus and the stars showed out on the red carpet. Jennifer Lopez is hosting the fan-voted event in Las Vegas.  ]]>
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                Tue, 27 May 2025 14:27:52 -0400
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                <![CDATA[  Exhibition Tour—Superfine: Tailoring Black Style   ]]>
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                <![CDATA[ Join Monica L. Miller, Guest Curator and Professor and Chair of African Studies, Barnard College, Columbia University, on a tour of the exhibition Superfine: Tailoring Black Style, with an introduction from Andrew Bolton, Curator in Charge of The Costume Institute.  ]]>
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                Fri, 23 May 2025 11:32:58 -0400
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                <![CDATA[  Largest Collection of Princess Diana’s Wardrobe Goes Up for Auction   ]]>
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                <![CDATA[ Princess Diana’s life in the spotlight was marked by her relatability, approachability and her fashion choices that are still talked about today.  ]]>
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                Tue, 20 May 2025 07:54:39 -0400
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                <![CDATA[  Victorian Fast Fashion? The Truth about the History of Disposable Clothing   ]]>
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                <![CDATA[ Ah, fast fashion — the glittering mirage in the desert of consumerism. It looks chic, it feels trendy, it screams “You NEED this now!” — but behind the curtain, it's a different story.  ]]>
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                Wed, 07 May 2025 21:54:48 -0400
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                <![CDATA[  Met Gala 2025: Choir Wows Anna Wintour, Colman Domingo and Lewis Hamilton   ]]>
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                <![CDATA[ A gospel choir wowed Anna Wintour and Met Gala 2025 co-chairs Colman Domingo and Lewis Hamilton with a performance of 'Ain't No Mountain High Enough' atop the event's famous steps.  ]]>
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                Tue, 06 May 2025 10:56:31 -0400
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                <![CDATA[  At the Met: The Culture of the Black Dandy   ]]>
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                <![CDATA[ This year's Met Gala, at New York City's Metropolitan Museum of Art, will celebrate the opening of the Met's Costume Institute exhibition, "Superfine: Tailoring Black Style."  ]]>
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                Sun, 04 May 2025 10:21:58 -0400
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                <![CDATA[  How ThredUp Resells 17 Million Garments Every Year   ]]>
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                <![CDATA[ ThredUp Inc. is a leading online resale platform specializing in secondhand apparel, shoes, and accessories. Founded in 2009 by James Reinhart, Chris Homer, and Oliver Lubin, the company is headquartered in Oakland, California, and operates under the ticker symbol TDUP on the Nasdaq exchange.  ]]>
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                Fri, 25 Apr 2025 10:52:21 -0400
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                <![CDATA[  The Making of Vogue’s Met Gala Issue   ]]>
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                <![CDATA[ Over the course of 9 months, Vogue brought together a visionary cast of collaborators to create a one-of-a-kind issue.  ]]>
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                Tue, 22 Apr 2025 13:21:06 -0400
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                <![CDATA[  How a Jewelry Brand Born From Hardship Became a Symbol of Empowerment   ]]>
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                <![CDATA[ After growing up in homeless shelters, Lia Valencia Key built a jewelry brand designed to inspire.  ]]>
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                <![CDATA[  Chicago Area Designer Transforms Oversized Clothes Into High Fashion   ]]>
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                <![CDATA[ Jasmine Dean, aka JD the Fashion Monsta, gained viral fame by transforming oversized clothes into high-fashion pieces, amassing millions of views and over 81,000 followers.  ]]>
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                Wed, 12 Feb 2025 10:56:42 -0500
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                <![CDATA[  Barry Humphries Glamour Up for Auction   ]]>
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                <![CDATA[ John Barry Humphries was an Australian comedian, actor author and satirist.  ]]>
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                <![CDATA[  Taylor Swift, Miley Cyrus and More Best Red Carpet Fashion   ]]>
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                <![CDATA[ Grammys 2025 biggest fashion moments from tonights show!  ]]>
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                Sun, 02 Feb 2025 22:30:03 -0500
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                <![CDATA[  Inside Valentino’s Haute Couture Atelier With Alessandro Michele   ]]>
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                <![CDATA[ On a cold, cloudy day in Paris, in the shadow of the Colonne Vendôme, Valentino’s creative director Alessandro Michele prepares for his first haute couture show for the iconic Italian fashion house.  ]]>
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                Wed, 29 Jan 2025 22:44:29 -0500
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                <![CDATA[  Purely Patricia:  Painting and Interviewing a New York Style Icon   ]]>
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                <![CDATA[ A chance meeting with a New York style icon.  Model and Fashion Designer "Purely Patricia".  Purely Patricia's real name is Patricia Fox. She is widely recognized by her chosen moniker, which reflects her vibrant, artistic identity and unique personal brand.  ]]>
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                Sat, 11 Jan 2025 15:54:09 -0500
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                <![CDATA[  The Unmatched Skills of Indian Embroiderers   ]]>
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                <![CDATA[ Max was born in Italy and graduated from the Berçot fashion school in Paris. After studying design, and with a budding career in a Paris fashion house, Max made his first trip to India. There, he discovered some exceptional craftsmanship.  ]]>
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                Wed, 08 Jan 2025 14:33:23 -0500
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                <![CDATA[  Tyra Banks Talks About Returning to Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show   ]]>
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                <![CDATA[ Tyra Banks sits down with TODAY style correspondent Zanna Roberts Rassi to talk about returning to the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show after 20 years.  ]]>
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                Sat, 19 Oct 2024 22:10:27 -0400
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                <![CDATA[  The 2024 Victoria's Secret Fashion Show   ]]>
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                <![CDATA[ The Victoria's Secret Fashion Show is BACK and will reflect who we are today, plus everything you know and love—the glamour, runway, wings, musical entertainment, and more!  ]]>
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                Sat, 19 Oct 2024 15:57:41 -0400
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                <![CDATA[  Inside Victorian Whaleboned Bodices and Leg of Mutton Sleeves   ]]>
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                <![CDATA[ Dive into the more surprising side of Victorian fashion history and see some of the crazes from the 1890s – from voluminous layered skirts and tiny corseted waists, to outrageously oversized sleeves (known as ‘gigot’ or ‘leg-of-mutton’), and novelty umbrellas shaped like pug dogs.  ]]>
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                Sun, 13 Oct 2024 15:31:30 -0400
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                <![CDATA[  How the Fashion Industry Is Grappling With “Deadstock”   ]]>
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                <![CDATA[ Fashion designers are showcasing their upcoming collections at New York Fashion Week.  ]]>
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                Sat, 14 Sep 2024 14:52:22 -0400
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                <![CDATA[  Janet Jackson Breaks Down 17 Looks From 1970 To Now   ]]>
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                <![CDATA[ British Vogue presents Janet Jackson’s Life in Looks, as Janet takes Vogue through 17 of her most memorable looks from her career so far: from the red dress worn at the American Music Awards (“I also wore this to my graduation”) to her costume for the Scream music video with brother, Michael Jackson.  ]]>
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                <![CDATA[  This ‘Prolific’ Designer Is Going to New York Fashion Week   ]]>
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                <![CDATA[ Marie Webb has been building a name for herself over the last 15 years with her bright and colorful creations.  ]]>
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                Tue, 03 Sep 2024 09:23:59 -0400
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                <![CDATA[  The Art of Cosplay   ]]>
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                <![CDATA[ Do you cosplay? Mo Green, the owner of Mo's Parlor in Bellingham, believes that all bodies deserve to cosplay.  ]]>
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                Sat, 03 Aug 2024 11:56:29 -0400
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                <![CDATA[  Alexander McQueen: Savage Beauty - Gallery Views (2011)   ]]>
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                <![CDATA[ The exhibition, organized by The Costume Institute, celebrated the late Alexander McQueen's extraordinary contributions to fashion.  ]]>
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                Wed, 31 Jul 2024 14:15:20 -0400
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                <![CDATA[  Designer Brings to Life Her Grandmother's Sketches   ]]>
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                <![CDATA[ An Illinois woman is bringing to life sketches made by her beloved grandmother.  ]]>
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                Wed, 31 Jul 2024 10:47:23 -0400
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                <![CDATA[  Bags: Inside Out Curator Tour (Exhibition Highlights)   ]]>
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                <![CDATA[ Take a tour around our Bags: Inside Out exhibition, and discover highlight objects with curator Dr Lucia Savi.  ]]>
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                Tue, 30 Jul 2024 16:58:28 -0400
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                <![CDATA[  Full Show: aussieBum Finale at Miami Swim Week 2024   ]]>
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                <![CDATA[ Witness the stunning finale of Miami Swim Week 2024 with aussieBum! As the concluding brand of the show, we brought the heat with our latest swimwear collection.  ]]>
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                Tue, 23 Jul 2024 20:55:23 -0400
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                <![CDATA[  Dua Lipa’s Glimmering Future Nostalgia Mugler Catsuit   ]]>
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            <link>https://the-happy-now.com/news/dua-lipa-s-glimmering-future-nostalgia-mugler-catsuit</link>
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                <![CDATA[ Join Contemporary Performance Curator Harriet as she takes a close-up look at a sparkly crystal encrusted catsuit worn by Dua Lipa during her iconic Future Nostalgia tour.  ]]>
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                Mon, 01 Jul 2024 09:54:50 -0400
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                <![CDATA[  Why England’s Last Traditional Lacemaker Is Fighting for Survival   ]]>
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                <![CDATA[ Leavers lace is prized by dressmakers and designers as the world’s highest quality machine-made lace, so refined it takes a magnifying glass to distinguish it from handmade material.  ]]>
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                Thu, 27 Jun 2024 08:55:29 -0400
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                <![CDATA[  San Francisco Fashions That Slay the House Down   ]]>
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                <![CDATA[ Are y’all ready to dish? Join Curator Laura Camerlengo and SF’s Drag Laureate D’Arcy Drollinger as they spill the tea on the designs in Fashioning San Francisco, quiz each other on fashion and drag terms, and share how they fell in love with fashion.  ]]>
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                Wed, 26 Jun 2024 10:33:06 -0400
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                <![CDATA[  Unboxing the Most Famous Shoes in the World?   ]]>
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                <![CDATA[ Naomi Campbell’s Platform Heels by Vivienne Westwood  ]]>
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                <![CDATA[  The Best Dressed at the Cannes Film Festival 2024   ]]>
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                <![CDATA[ The Cannes Film Festival is always one of the highlights on the celebrity calendar, and 2024 certainly did not disappoint.  ]]>
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                Wed, 29 May 2024 16:54:04 -0400
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                <![CDATA[  How Indian fashion inspires the world   ]]>
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                <![CDATA[ Teen Vogue Editor-in-Chief Versha Sharma highlights how you can incorporate Indian-inspired pieces into your everyday outfits.  ]]>
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                <![CDATA[  San Francisco Clothes Designer Works To Make Impact on Mid-Market’s Image   ]]>
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                <![CDATA[ Shawn Chitnis reports on how Holy Stitch! founder Julian Prince Dash's new location on Mid-Market is helping to change the neighborhood's image.  ]]>
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