Key Takeaways Many paths exist to affordable designer fashion. Budgeting, sales, sample sales, outlets, and rental services can all help stretch a wardrobe budget. Luxury resale offers the best combination of savings, quality, and unique inventory compared to other strategies. Authenticatio...

Key Takeaways Sculptural, bold shapes lead the year. Matte finishes, uneven silhouettes, and architectural details replace delicate, symmetrical pieces. Necklaces go structural. Torque chokers and chunky, fluid chains are the two big silhouettes. Bracelets climb the arm. Bicep bracelets and...

Key Takeaways Giving Tuesday (Dec. 1, 2026) kicks off the holiday season as a global celebration of generosity, but making an impact doesn't necessarily require a big cash gift. In-kind donations are non-cash gifts — goods, services, time, or expertise — that anyone can give, from individuals...

Key Takeaways Nonprofit resale shops turn ordinary holiday shopping into direct charitable giving — every purchase funds a cause instead of a corporation. NSE has donated over $6 million to Chicagoland charities since 2013, including $750,000 in grants this year, supporting individuals and famil...

Women’s History Month is an ideal time to honor the trailblazing women who have shaped the world — including the world of fashion. As a major aspect of culture that touches us all, it’s an artform, a business, and a global force. Although the fashion industry has long been a male-dominated space ...