
hope and (an outfit) change
Michelle Obama's DNC 2024 Outfit Is Loaded With Symbolism
Monse designer Laura Kim reveals how the former first lady’s strong sartorial statement came to be—including a text that made Kim drop her phone.
By Kase Wickman
miss independent
Oprah Winfrey Surprised the DNC—And Christian Siriano, Who Had No Idea She’d Wear His Design
“When Oprah calls and asks for a suit, like, I really don’t care if she’s going to the grocery store,” Siriano tells Vanity Fair.
By Kase Wickman
Royals on Tour
Meghan Markle and Prince Harry Have Reinvented the Royal Tour
In between the dancing and cultural experiences in Colombia, the duke and duchess sat for some real talk that emphasized the global nature of the issues they’re quickly becoming experts in.
By Erin Vanderhoof
Royals
Queen Camilla Transforms Royal Off-Duty Style In a Puffer Jacket
Her Majesty looked more like Martha Stewart than Queen Mary when she met up with her children wearing a UNIQLO parka this week.
By Erin Vanderhoof
making a statement
Taylor Swift Describes "A New Sense of Fear" Following Thwarted Vienna Terror Plot
On Wednesday, the singer issued a statement on social media after wrapping the European leg of her Eras Tour. “Thanks to [authorities], we were grieving concerts and not lives,” she wrote.
By Kase Wickman
party outfits
Style-Spotting at the Democratic National Convention 2024
From Vice President Kamala Harris kicking off the week in a Chloé suit to the Washington delegation’s Beyoncé-inspired ensembles, take in the most notable looks at the pre-election gathering.
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By Kase Wickman
Exclusive
Amanda Gorman to Read New Poem at DNC, Reveals Otherworldly Inspiration
The youngest inaugural poet in history tells Vanity Fair about crafting her new poem, “This Sacred Scene,” for the Democratic National Convention.
By Kase Wickman
FROM THE MAGAZINE
13 Pieces That Evoke the Artistry of Mexican Printmaking
A trove of styles take cues from the country’s modern print artists.
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By Arimeta Diop
Splits
Jennifer Lopez Files for Divorce From Ben Affleck: Report
The split comes after a highly scrutinized second-chance romance for Affleck, 51, and Lopez, 54, who dated in the early 2000s and were engaged before splitting up in January 2004.
By Kase Wickman
true colors
Inside J.B. Pritzker’s DNC Strategy: Art, Booze, Billionaires, and The Bear
With all eyes on Chicago, the Illinois governor—a leading member of the sprawling Pritzker family—is pulling out all the stops.
By Nate Freeman
Royals
Taylor Swift and King Charles III Both Meet With Survivors of the Southport Stabbing
During her run of London shows, the pop star met with families from Southport, and on Tuesday, the king traveled to the Merseyside town to meet with another group who survived the July 29 attack that killed three young girls.
By Erin Vanderhoof
All The Looks from Meghan Markle’s Colombia Tour
Over four days in the Latin American nation, Meghan brought back a few familiar brands and engaged in a bit of fashion diplomacy in looks by local designers.
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By Erin Vanderhoof
in the stars
Chani Nicholas Foregrounds a Liberatory View of Astrology
The viral astrologer has made a reputation for herself in business and interpreting the stars with a political context.
By Libby Torres
RED (DONALD'S VERSION)
Did Taylor Swift Endorse Donald Trump? No, But He Seems to Think So
"I accept!" Trump wrote while sharing a series of AI-generated photos that he appeared to take as a vote of confidence from the singer.
By Kase Wickman
COLLATERAL DAMAGE
Inside the Drama of Prince Harry’s Final Showdown With the Murdoch Empire
A former British prime minister has submitted new evidence in the hacking scandal, potentially dragging some of Rupert’s high-profile former attack dogs back into the crosshairs.
By Clive Irving
Proust Questionnaire
Patti LuPone Answers the Proust Questionnaire
The theater legend and star of both Broadway’s The Roommate and Marvel’s Agatha All Along on vitriolic critics and real estate regrets.
By Patti LuPone
taking care of business
Missouri Grandma Arrested in Bizarre Plot To Steal Elvis Presley's Graceland
Officials say a Missouri woman pretended to be three different people in a bizarre effort to steal the late singer's famous mansion.
By Eve Batey
ROYALS
Prince William and Kate Middleton’s Love Story Became Public 20 Years Ago
Prince William first met Kate Middleton in 2001, when they were both first-year students at the University of St. Andrews in Scotland. Three years later, a five-page spread of the young couple on Swiss ski slopes revealed their relationship to the world.
By Hadley Hall Meares
Royals on Tour
Meghan Markle Ends First Day of Colombia Tour With an Important Reminder
Amid two outfit changes and an introduction to the culture of Colombia, the duchess mentioned one of her charitable motivations. “Someone you know is a victim to what’s happening online,” she said.
By Erin Vanderhoof
Power Lunch
How B-boy Victor Made Paris 2024 Olympics History By Channeling the “Essence of Breaking”
The Team USA bronze-medal winner knows the world might have been introduced to the sport by viral Australian breaker Raygun, but he’s happy that people kept on watching as he fought his way to the podium.
By Erin Vanderhoof
baking love
How Zoë Kravitz Deliciously Trolled Channing Tatum
Is it cake, is it love, or is it both?
By Kase Wickman