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Met Gala red carpet faces challenge from influencers

May 7, 2019
"Camp" was the theme this year. Some designers are rethinking their participation in the charitable event that's the highlight of the fashion calendar.
Lady Gaga attends the 2019 Met Gala celebrating camp at the Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 6 in New York City.
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Why dressing for the red carpet can be a problem if you’re not a size 2

Feb 22, 2019
Those glamorous gowns at the Oscars are usually loaned — in sizes 0 and 2. Who will dress the rest?

Actress Melissa McCarthy wearing Marina Rinaldi at the 2012 Oscars.  
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Why you'll be seeing so much black on the red carpet

Jan 5, 2018
The Golden Globes will be getting an all-black makeover in solidarity with Time's Up.
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The economy of the red carpet

Feb 20, 2015
From mani cams to brand partnerships, the red carpet can be a moneymaker for all.