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Why Is Marie Antoinette So Popular? The French Queen Still Sells
She died more than two centuries ago, but her influence remains everywhere.
'Emily in Paris' Vs. Real French Style
Dana Thomas lived the fantasy of moving as an American to Paris when she was 18. She shares what she learned about French style.
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Bye Bye, BéBé
Scenes from Brigitte Bardot's funeral in her beloved Saint-Tropez today. Plus, my interview/profile of her from 1994.
 • Dana Thomas
Snob Appeal
Last week, French aristocrat/fashion designer/style icon Jacqueline de Ribes died at 96. I interviewed her in 2000. She was a pill.
 • Dana Thomas
ASK VANESSA: How Can I Style My Scarf Like a Frenchwoman?
New York Times Fashion Critic Vanessa Friedman explains how to bring out the effortless insouciance of a quintessentially French accessory.
French Fashion’s Most Influential Muse Is Having a Closet Sale
Farida Khelfa modeled for Gaultier, Alaïa and more. In turn, they gave her clothes. Now she’s letting go of 200 items from her fabled wardrobe.
 • Dana Thomas
Where's John?
While a flurry of designers made their debut in new jobs during Fashion Month, John Galliano was suspiciously quiet.
 • Dana Thomas
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Dana Thomas is a NYTimes bestselling author, award-winning style journalist, and leading voice in the climate movement. She has The Style Files newsletter on culture and fashion, and The Green Dream sustainability newsletter and award-winning podcast.
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