André Leon Talley is Fashion
“Wearing clothes should be a personal narrative of emotion.” – ALT
Architecture-Adjacent Attire for the Urbanist in All of Us
We can’t befriend the gargoyles atop the Chrysler Building, but we can wear them as cufflinks!
Long Live the Novelty Item
The age of minimalism has been found dead in a ditch.
Texas Freeze Dispatch: Eradicate Open Concept Floor Plans Forever
Prolonged power failure and freezing temps have reignited my loathing for this popular HGTV design.
This $25 Alligator Conquers Cramps (and Sadness)
Warmies sells a menagerie of heating pads that combine comfort and cuteness. Its alligator is my latest obsession.
‘The Times Of Bill Cunningham’ Premieres At The New York Film Festival
Bill Cunningham, a self-described fashion historian, never thought of himself as the subject of any of his photographs. Almost everyone who knew him would disagree.
Dîner En Blanc New York: The Enduring Appeal Of A Glorified Picnic
Inconvenience is a vital part of the party’s character.

Fashion is Function
This series highlights the role of style and design in keeping misery at bay.
Here you’ll find essays, interviews, blogs, and recommendations inspired by Bill Cunningham, the late fashion historian who said, “Fashion is the armor to survive the reality of everyday life.”