You should know something about Kaia Gerber: She is delightfully funny. If her magnetic stare, in all its glorious intensity, had you thinking otherwise, I don’t blame you, because behind all that “blue steel”—which has graced countless fashion and beauty campaigns, runways, and red carpets—is a genuine sweetheart with one heck of a sense of humor. It’s your classic case of “you can’t judge a book by its cover.” Dripping with sarcasm, Gerber’s wit is unassuming and smart. I...

The first perfume that truly meant something to me was Paperwhites by Robert Isabell. The green floral scent smelled like gardenias, sandalwood, citrus, and chiefly, my mom, who wore it every day. I loved that she had a signature scent that I still associate with her, even though Paperwhites is long discontinued and she’s moved on to Versace Bright Crystal (another floral, citrusy concoction). Paperwhites kicked off my fragrance obsession. Since I was a child, I’ve been fixated on signa...

Apart from the major fashion houses that have found ways to remain relevant for decades, most brands, like trends, cycle through periods of highs and lows. As hard as that may be to come to terms with, it’s the way of the industry. Consumers only have so much attention they can pay to fashion, which means that not every brand can sit at the helm forever. New names replace old favorites, and while we’ll never forget the designers and labels that came before, one of the most refreshing aspects...

Every once in a while, a new trend emerges that truly stands out. Such is the case with racing jackets this season. As a shopping editor, I find that these unexpected trends make working in fashion so fun. Last month, sporty leather jackets were spotted all over Copenhagen Fashion Week, and for good reason. They are incredibly fun and make a cool statement—true to the Scandinavian fashion scene. Naturally, I set out to score one of my own.I was pleased to come across a stellar selection of ...