InStyle March 2022

I’m in Australia as I write this editor’s letter, and two days ago I was Zooming with my team at 11 P.M. their time, choosing pictures on an urgent deadline for a cover story. The shoot had already been postponed thanks to Omicron, and we had lost our location the night before because, despite our rigorous safety precautions, the homeowners were nervy about…Omicron. This happened throughout the production of our March fashion issue. COVID-positive crew members dropped out at the last minute, shoot dates moved, testing costs grew by thousands of dollars—the ground was constantly shifting beneath our feet. The great ruse of magazines is that we make it look like the magnificent women we feature just glide onto our pages. They do not. Especially not now. I am running…

“No woman should ever feel pressured by fashion. The best style is always the least forced.”—LAURA BROWN, editor in chief…

FLYING HIGH Perfect reads for my fabulous @delta flight today! Thank you to all those working so I could get cross country to see my family! @instyle @silviamg @ReeseW @TSA @slcairport #sograteful —@KELLEY_WHALEN, via Twitter MADAM PORTER I always knew you were a badass, Katie. And I’m so proud to see you be recognized as one on a larger stage. Congratulations for winning the InStyle Magazine Badass Woman Award for 2021. —@DREMILYPORTERMD (Dr. Emily Porter, Rep. Katie Porter’s sister), via Twitter Thank you @dremilyportermd for sharing this video of a rock star and our very own Congresswoman @RepKatiePorter accepting the InStyle Magazine Badass Woman Award for 2021. I watched her presentation and I got teary. She’s a role model for everyone. —@SAYSDANA, via Twitter Ending the year strong with @henning…

When Did You Feel Most Stylish? “When I cut my waist-length locs into a bob.”DR. KARI WILLIAMS Hairstylist, “Ava,” p. 136 “In the ’80s there was great synergy between art, music, beauty, and fashion. We weren’t afraid to exaggerate.”SERENA RADAELLI Hairstylist, “Her Royal Hotness,” p. 142 “I try to be my favorite version of myself every day.”ALEXANDRA SHIPP Actress, “My Style,” p. 72 “Whenever I have big hair, bigger makeup, and the brightest clothing. I love becoming a character.”ERIN PARSONS Makeup artist, “Gigi,” p. 125 “At a brunch for Black creatives in the TV and film industry. I got to pattern-mix with my shirt and blazer.”ADANNE EBO “When I participated in a style challenge on Instagram and did a triple-denim look.”ADAMMA EBO Filmmakers, “Double Take,” p. 122 “I am an…

BOOK THAT INSPIRED YOU? “Moms On Call was a huge help to me as a new mother!” SELF-CARE ROUTINE? “I usually meditate after I eat. I use the Headspace app during my lunch break.” RECENT SPLURGE? “Do socks count? [laughs] I made a big Bombas order for myself and my whole family for Christmas. Who doesn’t need socks?” BEAUTY ESSENTIALS? “Dr. Jart+ Ceramidin Cream, Maybelline Lash Sensational Mascara, Glossier Balm Dotcom—the original, but I would like to try other flavors!—Laneige Lip Mask, and Maybelline Color Sensational lip liner in Totally Toffee or Dusty Rose.” SKILL YOU WANT TO MASTER? “Making my own sourdough bread starter.” STYLING TIP? “Invest in one great big winter coat. You can throw it on top of the most simple layered outfit and add fun accessories…

POWER WALKING Sandra Choi is the creative director at Jimmy Choo; Casey Cadwallader is the man behind the seams at Mugler. Together they’re a dream team who have produced a trio of Jimmy Choo x Mugler shoes that debut this spring. The designs merge Choi’s strong, sexy heels and Cadwallader’s futuristic peekaboo pieces, to spectacular effect. Pair them with a party dress or cropped jeans, and you’re sure to be one stylish step ahead. West World Messing with Texas is bad, but dressing like Texas is great. Nick Fouquet’s new line with Lucchese confirms it with pieces inspired by the Lone Star State, including cactus-stamped silk scarves and embroidered boots handmade in El Paso. Ahead of the Curve Like the price of Bitcoin and the quality of app dates, one’s…