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Fashion Publicist Sandra Graham to Be Remembered at Memorial Service

The New York City publicist was a forerunner in celebrity dressing for red-carpet appearances.

Samantha Cutler, Founder of Kids and Tweens Beauty Brand Petite ‘N Pretty, Dies at 42

Cutler was an industry veteran who had held positions at MAC Cosmetics, Stila Cosmetics and Smashbox prior to…

Italian Sculptor Arnaldo Pomodoro Dead at 98

Pomodoro was perhaps best known for his dramatic public installations before the United Nations Plaza in New…

Slain ‘Project Runway’ Star’s Friends Plan Public Tribute, Finish Bride’s Wedding Dress

"Afa" Ah Loo, a former contestant on "Project Runway" was fatally shot during a "No Kings" march in Salt Lake…

Former Fashion Editor Patricia Peterson Dies at 99

At The New York Times and Henri Bendel, Peterson challenged fashion norms and societal issues — sometimes…

Former ‘Project Runway’ Designer Identified as Fatal Victim in Shooting at ‘No Kings’ March in Salt Lake City

Arthur Folasa "Afa" Ah Loo was described by Salt Lake City, Utah, police officials Sunday as "an innocent…

Leonard Lauder, Legendary Beauty Executive, Dies at 92

Lauder built the beauty company founded by his mother Estée into a global giant.

Tender Store Owner Cheryl Daskas Dies at 71

The Detroit native spent her career in fashion and helped introduce more designer labels to Michigan.

Jane Larkworthy, Well-known Beauty Editor, Dies at 62

Larkworthy, perhaps best known for her tenure at W Magazine, moved to Massachusetts during the pandemic and…

Paolo Boffi Dies at 85

The son of the firm's founder is credited with the internationalization of the luxury kitchens firm that took…

Christoph von Weyhe, Lifelong Partner of Azzedine Alaïa, Dies at 88

Known for his atmospheric depictions of Hamburg, the German artist cofounded the late couturier's foundation…

Australian Designer Aurelio Costarella Dies at 60

Western Australia's most celebrated designer showed at Australian and New York Fashion Weeks, before stepping…

Croatian Australian Model Lucy Markovic Dies at 27

The "Australia's Next Top Model" alum enjoyed a brief career working for, among others, Versace, Givenchy…

Australian Designer Perri Cutten Dies at 73

The designer started her company in 1981, when more women were entering the workforce.

New York Fashion Designer Kenny Bonavitacola Dies at 71

The American designer worked for Tadashi Shoji, Tahari and Perry Ellis among others, and had his own namesake…