Fashion People The 2026 Fashion Discourse So Far
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Jan 6, 2026 Marisa Meltzer, a senior staff writer at Vanity Fair and author of the bestseller "It Girl: The Life and Legacy of Jane Birkin," joins for an engaging chat. They dive into the potential bankruptcy of Saks, the return of fur in fashion, and recent red carpet highlights. Marisa shares predictions for 2026 wardrobe trends and critiques the January Dior rollout. They also examine the First Lady aesthetic and the stylish moments in films like 'Marty Supreme.' Insights into the future of department stores and designer choices round out this lively discussion.
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Dior's Jonathan Anderson Is Product-Forward
- Lauren and Marisa see Jonathan Anderson's Dior launch as a bold product-led reset with mixed taste appeal.
- They note pricing, material changes from line sheets, and likely strong sales for logo-forward pieces.
Line Sheet Vs. Retail Reveals Pricing Strategy
- They observe pre-order line sheets showed higher prices and different materials than retail, suggesting strategic pricing and material shifts.
- Lauren interprets large price cuts as intentional market calibration, not just mistakes.
Buy Accessible Jewelry To Test A Brand
- Consider jewelry and costume pieces as accessible entry points into a new brand instead of jumping to fine pieces.
- Lauren suggests buying lower-cost statement jewelry first and testing if it fits your wardrobe.
