Anna Sui fans will have two reasons for a trip to Phoenix this spring. The Phoenix Art Museum (PhxArt) is cooking up a dual Anna Sui exhibition — “The World of Anna Sui,” a wide view of the New York City-based designer’s decades-long career as well as a special presentation of pieces from the museum’s … Read more
No longer the preserve of the upper class, it has spread around the world, and is particularly popular at high-end hotels. Luxury hotel The Peninsula Hong Kong is famous for its afternoon tea, which includes classic bites such as cucumber sandwiches, and scones with strawberry jam and clotted cream. Other places have broken with tradition, … Read more
After 40 years in the business, Anna Sui has evolved into the Gen Z fashion whisperer. Her vintage styles are a hot commodity in shops, including Etsy, and among substackers. She has a steady stream of buzzy collaborations, the most recent an exclusive bridal offering with Ssense. Young celebs like Olivia Rodrigo and Dua Lipa … Read more
The ephemeral nature of the digital magazine cover and the flimsy fame of social media has sent us looking for icons from the real-life era. Paul Cavaco (erstwhile fashion director of Harper’s Bazaar and Vogue and longtime creative director of Allure) and his daughter Cayli Cavaco Reck (founder of Knockout Beauty) are hoping to tap … Read more
Anna Sui is predicting a fashion shift. “This collection we’re calling romanticism. It’s about the fantasy of imagination and beauty and heroism and folklore. I think that we’re about to change. Fashion is going to change, and I think that we’re just on the verge of a new thing. I’m trying to push myself a … Read more
Marc Jacobs and Anna Sui, who have been friends for more than 30 years, are once again collaborating on a limited-edition offering — a varsity jacket and Snapshot bag — commemorating Jacobs’ 40th anniversary in business and honoring the enduring friendship between the two designers. “Marc and I have been friends forever. This collaboration has … Read more
Among must-see New York City destinations, The Strand bookstore sits at a unique sweet spot. Beloved by generations of New Yorkers and tourists alike, the retailer is a place that offers something unique and inspiring visit after visit — not a trend, but a solid classic. The same can be said for Anna Sui, who … Read more
