Fashion Coverage

Louis Vuitton stages dramatic runway show in Hong Kong

Louis Vuitton's creative director for menswear Pharrell Williams signaled the label's ambitions in Asia on Thursday evening, staging a playful show under the lights of Hong Kong's Victoria Harbour.

Stephy Chung and Oscar Holland, CNN

Gucci staff strike over plans to relocate to Milan

Writing on its website last week, the union said the move "conceals the desire to soon cease all activity in Rome." A later post was accompanied by photos from Monday's demonstration in Rome, where protesters held placards with messages including "Gucci cuts but doesn't sew."

Christy Choi, CNN and Reuters

4-year-old Fayetteville fashionista takes New York by storm

Aubree, a 4-year-old from Fayetteville, was one of the youngest models chosen to strut the runway at New York Fashion Week.

Gilbert Baez, WRAL Fayetteville reporter

4-year-old Aubree Hill models in NY fashion show

4-year-old Aubree Hill from Fayetteville was among the youngest to walk the runway at the recent New York Fashion Show.

Back-to-school style: The coolest fall fashion trends for your kids, teens

Does your little one want to be the best dressed in the halls? Here are the coolest fall fashion trends for kids that we're obsessed with.

Jon Haggins, Designer Who Slipped Into and Out of Fashion, Dies at 79

Jon Haggins, a fashion designer and bon vivant who found fame in the late 1960s and early '70s with his sinuous, sensuous designs but who struggled with financing and shuttered and reopened his business and reinvented himself several times, most recently as the host of a travel show on cable television, died June 15 at his home in the New York City borough of Queens. He was 79.

Penelope Green, New York Times

Dream big, help people: Eyelash artist and esthetician brings self-care to Garner

When it comes to helping women feel beautiful, Tiffany Longs does it all

Jessica Patrick, WRAL senior multiplatform producer

Met Gala's biggest moments

Fashion's biggest night paid tribute to the late powerhouse Designer Karl Lagerfeld. The Met Gala is often called the Superbowl of fashion and celebrities and Hollywood's A-listers adorned the Red Carpet.

'Dressing up the metaverse:' Wake Forest startup lands nearly $6M from investors

A startup focusing on virtual fashion designs to be utilized in the evolving metaverse virtual world and led by a veteran female entrepreneur has convinced investors it has an appealing business case.

NC State student named to Forbes 30 under 30 list

A NC State University student is one of this year's honorees for the Forbes 30 Under 30 list for 2023.

Back to School in style: The coolest Fall fashion trends for kids

Does your little one want to be the best dressed in the halls? Here are the coolest fall fashion trends for kids that we're obsessed with.

Food-based fashion gives new clothes a fresh message

Jackie Ibanez has a look at a fashion show serving up fresh looks made with food and the cultural messages behind it.

How fashion companies are fighting climate change with sustainability

The fashion industry is combating climate change with new trends centered around sustainability.

'Not your grandmother's sari:' Raleigh-based designer mixes her Indian heritage with western wear

Julie Patel takes traditional saris and fashions them into modern-day western wear. Jule is from Raleigh, and her one-woman company has gone global.

NCSU student's fashion designs draw celeb interest

A student designer is capturing some high-profile attention for her clothes.

Triangle Dress for Success resumes program for those seeking new career pathways

The goal of the program is to provide women who are looking for new careers with new opportunities.

Designer brings inspiration from Africa to Goldsboro with vibrant boutique

A local fashion designer is bringing a piece of Africa to eastern North Carolina. The unique boutique has outfitted many celebrities all while giving back to others.

Lora Lavigne, WRAL reporter

Entrepreneur, content creator seeks to EmpowHer others like her

Miss EmpowHer is a platform, showcasing stories from and for strong women, and a product, waist beads, a fashion and status symbol that originated in Kumi's native Ghana.

Claire Galt, WRAL contributor

Celebrities stun at 'American Independence' themed Met Gala

Take a look at the red carpet looks of Billie Eilish, Lil Nas X and other celebrities at the 2021 Met Gala.

NCCU textile and apparel program awarded $100k grant to support designers of color

The textile and apparel program at NCCU received a $100,000 grant that will be invested in infrastructure, technology and materials for the textile lab, and provide two $10,000 scholarships for students.

How your work-from-home wardrobe can impact your job performance

As the COVID-19 pandemic nears the 1-year mark, some are dressing up while others are still keeping it casual.

Sanford mom opens online boutique that blends her passions of fashion, faith

Chelsea Jennette has big plans for the online boutique she opened this spring in the midst of a pandemic. Her goal with CharleyMadelyn, which is named after her twin 18-month-old daughters, is to empower women through faith and fashion. She also hopes to raise awareness about infertility, something she's struggled with in her own life.

Sarah Lindenfeld Hall, Go Ask Mom editor

Woman, veteran-owned business 'Glam Soldier' opens in downtown Apex

A local Army veteran has turned her passion for helping women into a business.

Sydney Franklin, WRAL multiplatform producer

Science with fashion produce fun protective masks

Gary Duncan of Washington, NC, is producing protective masks imprinted with microscopic images of cells and single cell organisms.

Debra Morgan, WRAL anchor/reporter

BioWild designs masks

Lots of businesses are stepping up to help in the pandemic by making masks, both for medical professionals and the general public. But one eastern North Carolina scientist is putting a different spin on protective face wear.