Tuesday, October 22, 2024

The 18 Best Vuori Styles For Cozy Days In & Active Days Out

No matter your fall mood — whether the crisp air has you craving nature walks or a reading session on the couch with a pumpkin-scented candle beside you — Vuori is here to dress you for it.

The performance apparel brand is known for its supremely soft fabrics and versatile silhouettes that can take you from the gym to the airport to bed, from buttery-soft leggings and relaxed tees to cozy fall jackets. So, we've curated a list of the very best of the best-selling Vuori products, according to customers. It includes an editor-vetted jogger with over 43k on-site reviews and a 4.9 star-rated pullover hoodie. Check out the top-rated Vuori lifestyle and athleisure styles, ahead.

Welcome to Hype Machine, our hit-list of the top reviewed products across the web — according to a crowd of die-hard shoppers. Call this your 4-star-and-up club, with entry granted by our devoted-to-the-goods shop editors.

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Vuori AllTheFeels Legging


The Best Wear-All-Day Legging

The Hype: 4.7 out of 5 stars, 1,366 reviews

Vuori’s BlissBlend fabric is stretchy, weightless, and meant to move with you (not restrict you) through busy days. These high-rise performance leggings are designed to feel comfortable all day long. Since the material is stretchy, the brand recommends sizing down if you’re in between sizes, whether you pick a short, regular, or long length.

“These leggings are actually comfy enough to wear for all day vs the traditional leggings that fit more snug,” one customer explained. Many have noted that they own several pairs of this style, with one writing: “Love these leggings. Second pair I own. Gifted a pair to my sis and she too loves them.”

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Vuori AllTheFeels Legging, $, available at Vuori

Vuori Long Sleeve Halo Crew


The Best Workout-to-Weekend Crewneck

The Hype: 4.8 out of 5 stars, 3,207 reviews

Go from the gym to brunch to the airport in a performance crewneck that’s as soft and cozy as it is stylish and sleek. This one is available in so many fall-ready colorways, it’ll be hard to narrow down which to pick (or force you to add multiple to your collection).

From customer reviews, we can surmise that this top is heavier than the Daydream Crew, but lighter than the Essential Hoodie. “Perfect for fall or spring days. Heavier than a T-shirt but not a sweatshirt. I have short arms so I only buy shirts with a band at the sleeve. Going to have to get more colors,” one customer wrote. Another said: “Great fitting/feeling top. These wash so well, always look brand new. So versatile dress up or dress down.”

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Vuori Long Sleeve Halo Crew, $, available at Vuori

Vuori Performance Jogger


The Overall Best Vuori Style

The Hype: 4.8 out of 5 stars, 43,831 reviews

With an outstanding rating and over 43k reviews, you can be confident that you’ll also love Vuori’s best-selling jogger. Made from the brand’s signature moisture-wicking DreamKnit stretch fabric, you can take these pants out for your hot girl walks (or keep them inside to cuddle up on your couch). They’re available in regular and long lengths.

One happy customer wrote, “These are soft, comfortable and actually flattering. They're the only joggers I wear out and about (as opposed to just house pants). I like that it's recycled material. Wash and wear beautifully.” Another added: “I have gone back & forth on the joggers due to a higher price but finally bought a pair & am glad I did. They are so soft & comfortable. I won't hesitate now on future purchases. Worth it.”

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Vuori Performance Jogger, $, available at Vuori

Vuori Restore Half Zip Hoodie


The Softest Half-Zip Style

The Hype: 4.8 out of 5 stars, 492 reviews

Vuori knows a thing or two about soft materials, and the organic French terry on this half-zip hoodie is no exception. The jacket also has comfortable ribbed cuffs and a large hood.

“I have purchased three of the Restore Hoodie's. Two of them were for my granddaughters and one for my daughter. All three of my girls love the style and the color,” one customer shared. Another further explained the hoodie’s pros: “This is the best sweatshirt. Comfy, cozy, warm. I would wear it everyday, if I could!”

While you may want to snag this style for yourself, consider gifting it this holiday season, too. 

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Vuori Restore Half Zip Hoodie, $, available at Vuori

Vuori Daily Legging


The Best Buttery Soft Legging

The Hype: 4.7 out of 5 stars, 6,139 reviews

These standout leggings feature a drawstring waist to prevent slipping while you work out or run errands. They’re also buttery soft — or “peachy to the touch,” thanks to the BreatheInterlock performance stretch fabric, and available in short, regular, and long lengths.

One legging lover wrote, “Love the Daily Leggings! They feel like butter! I have at least one pair of all the best brands and these are on top of the list.” A new customer said: “This was my first pair of Viouri leggings and very first Viouri product. The quality is exceptional and the fit holds and contours my body. I am hoping to buy my second asap!”

If you’re looking for even more functionality, the Daily Pocket Legging features discreet side pockets, and also boasts an impressive 4.7-star rating from 1,038 reviews.

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Vuori Daily Legging, $, available at Vuori

Vuori AllTheFeels Bra


The Best Low-Impact Sports Bra

The Hype: 4.6 out of 5 stars, 547 reviews

Stretchy, breathable, lightweight, and supportive, the popular BlissBlend bralette with a shelf lining is great for all-day wear or to perform low-impact exercises in. Overall, it’s a no-nonsense versatile staple you’ll be happy to own.

“This bra is very soft and really supportive even for a minimum support bra. I was able to complete a yoga sculpt class with cardio bursts no problem,” one reviewer assured. Another wrote: “So comfortable, feels like you aren’t wearing a big sports bra but has enough support.”

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Vuori Vuori AllTheFeels Bra, $, available at Vuori

Vuori Canyon Insulated Jacket


The Best Fall Jacket

The Hype: 4.7 out of 5 stars, 789 reviews

It’s time to layer up, and this jacket will keep you warm during your “brisk runs, morning yoga, and outdoor workouts,” according to the brand’s “warmth scale.” The insulated, water-resistant fabric and boxy shape are fan favorite features for the fall.

“Love the versatility of this jacket - it's warm but not heavy. It’s also super stylish - like all things Vuori,” one return customer wrote. Another said: “Style and color are perfect. It’s the best fall jacket. Love.”

Interested in a vest to layer over your favorite hoodie? Check out Vuori’s Canyon Insulated Vest, which has a 4.8-star rating from 386 reviews. 

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Vuori Canyon Insulated Jacket, $, available at Vuori

Vuori Boyfriend Jogger


The Just-Baggy-Enough Jogger

The Hype: 4.7 out of 5 stars, 3,243 reviews

Vuori is known for its joggers, so we had to spotlight this brushed jersey boyfriend style. The slightly baggy lounge pant has pockets and an interior drawcord for extra utility.

While several customers have shared that they prefer the brand’s Performance Jogger since the style is slim-fitting, these top-rated joggers may be your cup of tea if you prefer a relaxed silhouette. One satisfied shopper said: “I love the comfy yet flattering fit. The material is light and very soft. My favorite lounge pants.”

You might also like the brand’s newer Boyfriend Cargo Jogger (4.6 stars, 604 reviews), which has all the same details, plus two more spacious cargo pockets. 

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Vuori Boyfriend Jogger, $, available at Vuori

Vuori Halo Performance Hoodie 2.0


The Most Comfortable Zip-Up Hoodie

The Hype: 4.8 out of 5 stars, 4,756 reviews

This updated hoodie has more of a relaxed and cropped fit than the original style, providing extra comfort. Combined with the four-way stretch DreamKnit fabric, it's one of the most comfortable jackets you’ll own.

Don’t believe us? Trust over 4k happy customers and their reviews, which read: “Love it so soft and cute,” “This sweatshirt is lightweight and buttery soft,” and “So comfortable I can’t take it off!”

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Vuori Halo Performance Hoodie 2.0, $, available at Vuori

Vuori Alpine Waffle Beanie


The Best Cool-Weather Accessory

The Hype: 4.8 out of 5 stars, 665 reviews

Look ahead to your winter wardrobe and prepare for the cold weather by carting up a double-layered waffle knit beanie. This unisex style is great for outdoor activities, commutes, and travel. 

“This hat gives exactly the look you are hoping for from those cute insta outdoor influencer types. Very soft and comfy. Highly recommend,” one customer wrote. “So soft and stretchy, it’s my favorite! Also note it stretches enough for thick hair and probably dreads too,” another noted.

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Vuori Alpine Waffle Beanie, $, available at Vuori

Vuori Dash Short


The Best Running Short

The Hype: 4.7 out of 5 stars, 1,458 reviews

Walk, don’t run, to cart up these running shorts, which feature plenty of mesh, stash, and hidden zip pockets to keep all your essentials close to you. The lightweight, breathable, and stretchy fabric is, of course, a major plus for all other outdoor adventures, too.

“I have these shorts in several colors and love the fit. Quick drying and great for hiking, paddling, or just running errands,” one customer wrote. Another said: “The Dash Short is my favorite! All the pockets make them awesome for long city walks. I wear these in a size small and think they fit true to size.”

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Vuori Dash Short, $, available at Vuori

Vuori Energy Tee


The Most Versatile T-Shirt

The Hype: 4.8 out of 5 stars, 815 reviews

We all need an effortlessly cool T-shirt in our closet, and you’ll want to live in this slightly oversized, slightly cropped style. It’s designed with a technical knit fabric that’s moisture-wicking and has UPF sun-protecting properties, and can also be worn in your every day or to travel.

“The best layering piece. Wonderful lightweight material and the perfect length, no need to fuss with tucking in when layering,” one customer wrote. Another added: “OK so soft, so flattering, just the perfect tee for activities or lounging! I'm about to be a new mama and I've loved this tee while pregnant and can't wait to have it for breastfeeding!”

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Vuori Energy Tee, $, available at Vuori

Vuori Halo Essential Hoodie


The Most Versatile Pullover Hoodie

The Hype: 4.9 out of 5 stars, 3,569 reviews

Stay comfortable from the gym to the grocery store in a Vuori DreamKnit pullover hoodie. The everyday style is lightweight, relaxed, and cropped, making it great to wear on its own, over tanks, or under fall jackets.

We love versatility, and so do Vuori’s customers, with one writing, “Comfortable, soft, great styling. Lightweight year-round wear. I love it!” Another noted: “I love my Vuori Halo Essential Hoodie. It’s so comfy. Pairs great with leggings for the aerial studio or with jeans for around town.”

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Vuori Halo Essential Hoodie, $, available at Vuori

Vuori Clean Elevation Legging


The Most Durable Legging

The Hype: 4.8 out of 5 stars, 2,323 reviews

Live an active life? Then you know the importance of no-slip fabrics, full-coverage support, and functional details in active bottoms. The high-waisted DreamKnit Move leggings check these boxes, plus have a hidden back pocket to slide your AirPods case into. Bonus: They’re made from 87% recycled polyester, and available in short, regular, and long lengths.

Some customers noted that while the fabric feels tight at first, it quickly stretches while staying supportive. One shopper raved: “After wearing my black Heather clean elevations weekly for the last four years, I finally had to buy a replacement pair. They last forever and they fit beautifully. The waist is perfect.”

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Vuori Clean Elevation Legging, $, available at Vuori

Vuori Yosemite Bra


The Party-In-The-Back Sports Bra

The Hype: 4.7 out of 5 stars, 1,687 reviews

This BreatheInterlock smoothing sports bra offers light support, intended for activities like hiking and strength training. And while it’s business in the front, we love that it’s a party in the back situation with the strappy design. 

Many customers have noted that they needed to size up in this style, but other repeat customers have great things to say.

“I’ve had my original for 8 years and finally purchased more because the quality and style can’t be beat,” one said, while another wrote: “This is the 3rd time I have purchased the Yosemite Bra and will continue to buy them. They have become my go to bra for working out. I have fairly large traps and it's one of the only sports bras that doesn't dig into my traps, I can wear it all day and be very comfortable.”

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Vuori Yosemite Bra, $, available at Vuori

Vuori Halo Essential Tank


The Best Layering Staple

The Hype: 4.8 out of 5 stars, 588 reviews

Slip into this soft, stretchy, slim-fit tank top for anything and everything — and we mean everything: workouts (thanks to the moisture-wicking properties), bed, and travel.

“I have these in every color! Please make more colors! They are so versatile…great for working out, wearing under sweaters, paired with jeans for a cute going out top. So many ways to wear them and they feel like BLISS!!” one customer raved. Another said: “Exceptionally soft and comfortable. Easy to wear all day or even for sleep. Will be purchasing in multiple colors!”

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Vuori Halo Essential Tank, $, available at Vuori

Vuori Evolve Legging


The Best Smoothing Legging

The Hype: 4.3 out of 5 stars, 484 reviews

Made from Vuori’s V1 Uplift high-coverage material, this slightly shiny legging is supposed to be the brand's smoothest and softest bottom. They’re less stretchy than others in its assortment, according to reviewers, but fans still love the material.

“Love these leggings. They feel like a hug. Really nice high waist,” one reviewer wrote, while another added: “Love how these fit. Holding in all the important parts and giving a nice smooth look.”

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Vuori Evolve Legging, $, available at Vuori

Vuori Daydream Crew


The Best Lightweight Performance Top

The Hype: 4.7 out of 5 stars, 4.431 reviews

If you’re looking for the style of a cozy crewneck sweater but the material of a breathable workout top, let us introduce you to the Daydream Crew. Made from a technical knit fabric, the cropped silhouette is very lightweight, which has surprised but delighted most customers. 

“Very soft and comfortable. A little thinner than I was expecting but not disappointed. True to size and fits nicely,” one shopper wrote. Another said: “This top is more cropped than I expected, but overall it is lightweight and comfortable. I expect I'll wear it in lots of different situations and be happy with it. I would recommend!”
 
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Vuori Daydream Crew, $, available at Vuori

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With new products dropping seemingly every week, it’s no secret that Zara can be tricky to navigate. But with the popular brand’s fall arrivals now on site, we simply can’t have you missing out on any gems. To save you some time — and to point you in the right direction for all your cold-weather must-haves — we scoured Zara’s new arrivals ourselves. 

If you’re looking to secure a few staples like an office-approved blazer or a pair of trendy burgundy boots, Zara’s latest drop is packed with loads of fall outfit inspiration. Think: head-turning capes, party-ready dresses, and thick knit jumpers. For a little extra help, use the “you may also like” section at the bottom of every product page, too. Now scroll on and get ready to add to cart.

Zara Fall Knitwear

Knitwear is always a fall win and Zara’s new arrivals are packed with loads of layerable styles. The collection includes  100% wool knit jackets, cropped jumpers, and embellished cardigans to brighten up dark, wet days. Complete your ‘fit with your favorite pair of jeans and you’ll be ready to go.

Zara Fall Dresses

From draped midi dresses to office-appropriate LBDs, Zara’s fall dresses do not disappoint. Whether you’re seeking a seasonal pop of color, or sticking to your go-to neutrals, you’ll find plenty of dresses for all fall occasions.

Zara Fall Bottoms

Never underestimate the power of bold bottoms. Case in point: Zara’s offering of wide-leg trousers, leather midi skirts, and power suits. While you’re at it, why not experiment with new layering styles? Skirts over jeans, anyone?

Zara Fall Tops

Give your wardrobe a boost with a timeless button-down or draped shirt. Zara’s newest tops range from smart basics like high-neck tees, to demure, statement shirts that’ll elevate any work or party look.

Zara Fall Outerwear

This collection proves that coats and jackets don’t have to be boring. If we must layer up, why not do it in style with an oversized coat, faux-fur sweatshirt, or suede jacket? Your fall ‘fits will thank you for these ultra-stylish finishing touches. 

Zara Fall Accessories

Zara always nails its accessory selection, from stylish shoes to statement handbags and jewellery that will satisfy all your magpie cravings. Nab a pair of knee-high boots or get in on the double-belt styling hack from this season’s runways.

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Sandy Powell’s Exhibit Features Costumes From The Favourite, Carol & Shakespeare In Love

“Some films you like because you love the end product, and other films you like because you had the best time making them,” award-winning costume designer Sandy Powell tells Refinery29 just hours before the opening of her first-ever retrospective at SCAD Fash Museum of Fashion and Film in Atlanta. From Shakespeare In Love, The Aviator, and Young Victoria (which earned Powell Best Costume Design Oscar wins) to Velvet Goldmine and The Favourite (for which she won BAFTAs) and Gangs of New York and Carol (for which she has been nominated for), Powell has worked on some of the most visually stunning costumes of the past 40 years. Now, “Sandy Powell’s Dressing the Part: Costume Design for Film” exhibit celebrates Powell’s contributions to the cinematic canon — which have been recognized with 15 Academy Awards and 16 British Academy Awards! — with 125 costumes on display.

“A huge number of the costumes are from my own archive, and it’s been strange seeing them all exhibited on mannequins because, for the last 20,30 years, they’ve been on hangers on racks in a garage,” she said at the panel, hosted by Savannah College of Art and Design to celebrate the opening, a few hours later. “I’m amazed they’re still in one piece.” 

The exhibit begins with looks from Powell’s earliest costume work — Caravaggio (1986), her first film, and Orlando (1993), the first feature she was nominated for — to her more recent projects like The Irishman. Some of the visual standouts include the dress that 11-year-old Kirsten Dunst wore in Interview with the Vampire and Jonathan Rhys Myers’ glam-rock looks from Velvet Goldmine that have been in and out of costume rental companies for the last 25-plus years (which Powell notes is the reason why the costumes look “a little bit worn”). The literal jewel of the room is the ballgown worn by Lily James in Disney’s 2015 live-action remake of Cinderella which required a team of 20 people, 550 hours, 10,000 Swarovski crystals, and 270 yards of fabric to make, the latter of which earned a Guinness World Record. (Powell’s work on Robert De Niro’s wardrobe in The Irishman also had a record number of costume changes, though she jokingly hesitates to take credit: “That’s a testament to [De Niro] because imagine having how many fittings he had to have?!”) 

Ahead, some of the other highlights from “Sandy Powell’s Dressing the Part: Costume Design for Film,” which runs until March 16, 2025.

Shakespeare in Love (1998)

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At the same time as Powell was working on the fashion for Shakespeare In Love, friend and fellow costume designer Alexandra Byrne was creating costumes for Elizabeth. “It was interesting,” she says. “We were both designing Elizabethan [-era looks], but in a different way. Alex was doing the serious one and I was doing the comedy version, but, I think, we went through the same process — researching the period and making the clothes as historically accurate as we could do it. But I had a little bit more artistic license to sort of exaggerate.”

The ball gowns on display, worn by Judi Dench and Gwyneth Paltrow, make clear early on in the exhibit why Powell has gone on to be nominated an astounding number of times over the course of her career. “They’re kind of works of structural engineering. I mean, to actually make something this shape and for it to maintain its silhouette [so many years after], it’s pretty clever. It’s a testament to the costume makers that work with me.” But while intricate adornments and embellishments cover every inch of the dresses, Powell is quick to point out that “a lot of it is cheating, a lot of it is glued on.”

While Shakespeare in Love marked Powell’s first Oscar win, she says it was a bittersweet moment: “I had nominations for both Shakespeare in Love and Velvet Goldmine at the same time which was really difficult. Everybody thinks, Oh my God, you’re so lucky, you’re gonna win. No, you half your chance of winning!”

And while, on the surface, Shakespeare in Love, which is set in the 16th century and follows the fictional love story of William Shakespeare, is very different from Velvet Goldmine, Powell says that the “glitz and glamour” is not unlike the one she tried to portray in the film that kick-started her collaboration with Todd Haynes and captured the glam rock era of the 1970s. “It was such a great atmosphere on set. We were making Velvet Goldmine and kind of re-living the era,” she says.

Gangs of New York (2002)

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The film that began Powell’s longtime partnership with director Martin Scorsese (the costume designer also worked on The Aviator, Shutter Island, Hugo, The Wolf of Wall Street, and The Irishman), Gangs of New York saw Powell painting the fabrics to include vibrant greens, blues, and reds in an otherwise dark story set in the Five Points slum in Manhattan in the mid-19th century. “In period films about poorer people, which is what these characters are, they are always in brown tones. As if people just wore brown in the olden days; of course, they didn’t. And I was interested in having things that would have started as strong, bold colors and sort of faded and got worn away and worn out,” she says.

With that in mind, every costume featured in the film was sent to the dyeing department. “I use paint on most of the costumes… to give depth and turn to things and also make things look a little bit worn. So, everything isn’t just one flat color,” she says. “Scorsese wanted us to create a world. It was a sort of an invented world that was based on a real place in real time,” says Powell. 

Powell also looked to unusual fabric sources to create costumes for the characters, including a coat that Daniel Day-Lewis’ character wears: “One day, my shopper who was getting fabric swatches came in and she threw this massive great big thing on the floor in my office, and it was this old, smelly thing, and I was like, ‘What’s that?!’ And she was like, ‘It’s an army tent! I thought it might be useful.’ And then we started pulling it apart and looked at it and it’s such a great texture.”

Powell’s penchant for color and texture similarly came through in Mary Poppins Returns, the 2018 sequel to the 1964 Disney classic, which holds a special place in Powell’s heart because it was the first film she remembers seeing as a child. “When I was asked if I wanted to do it, I was like, ‘Of course, that would be great fun!’ And then it was quite scary thinking… You’ve got the first one to live up to! And so it was honoring the first one, yet doing it differently.”

For a scene that references the “Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious” number in the original, that stars Julie Andrews and Dick Van Dyke against a background of animated characters, Powell, made the actors’ costumes appear like 2-D cut-outs thanks to a painting technique. “Because the [original film] is from the ‘60s, it’s really obvious that it’s 3-D people against the animation, which is sweet but I thought, Wouldn’t it be great to make the 3-D people look like they are part of the animation? So I wanted to paint them in the same way as the animated characters would be painted. And have them look flat.”

Carol (2015)

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While most of the looks from the exhibit are the original pieces and multiples that Powell used on the film sets, there was a piece that had to be recreated for the show — and it’s arguably one of the costume designer’s most recognizable works: the fur coat worn by Cate Blanchett’s Carol character. 

To create the perfect shade of brown for Blanchett in an authentic-for-the-time material, Powell — who never uses new fur in any of her costume work — pieced the look together from bits of vintage coats. “I just knew it had to be a pale kind of coat, and I couldn’t find the right shape in the right period in the right color,” she explains. Because of the Frankenstein-esque design process, the piece was “extremely fragile” to wear. 

While Powell prepared an alternate option, in a darker hue, for the screen test, after presenting it to Haynes — whom, in addition to Velvet Goldmine, Powell previously worked with on Far From Heaven — she opted for the original one. “I made the decision to risk it. It could have been absolutely disastrous,” she says. While the coat “split every single day of the shoot” and had to be sewn and taped together multiple times, it didn’t fully fall apart until post-filming when it was sent to the cleaners.

How to Talk to Girls at Parties (2017)

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When working on John Cameron Mitchell’s How to Talk to Girls at Parties, which stars Elle Fanning as an alien visiting London in the ‘70s, Powell got to envision the future while simultaneously looking to the past. “It was a fun one to do… I found the concept of aliens in the 1970s interesting,” she says. “It’s set a little bit later than Velvet Goldmine but is a whole different aesthetic. It’s a punk aesthetic, as opposed to the glam rock aesthetic.” That is made visually obvious for visitors, with vignettes from the two films sharing the same wall in the exhibit.

To bring the punk aesthetic to life, in addition to vinyl, Powell used latex. “This was one of the hardest pieces to display [at the museum] because, to get latex onto a human body, you have to silicone your body first,” she says. “But we’re not pulling it onto skin, we’re putting it onto the fabric-covered legs.” 

While agreeing that it was challenging, Rafael Gomez, creative director of SCAD Fash, also noted that the museum is thrilled to have the pieces from the film on display from an “archival point of view” as latex isn’t a long-lasting material. “The looks will start liquefying and melting with time,” Gomez says. “We are very proud to have them here now because they might not be exhibited in the future.”

The Favourite (2018)

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While color plays a “very, very important” role in most of Powell’s work, with a tight pre-production time and budget for Yorgos Lanthimos’ The Favourite, she opted out of having a dye department. “I rarely use the fabric as it comes out of a store. I always need to change it a bit to the color that’s in my head, and it takes up a lot of time,” she says. Inspired by the 1982 Peter Greenaway film The Draughtsman’s Contract, which was set in a similar time, Powell opted for a limited color palette. “Doing black-and-white costumes was quite interesting because I’m obsessed with color,” she says. “By eliminating the color from The Favourite, it gave me more time to think about other things.”

She used that time to source cheap fabrics like cotton for Olivia Colman’s Queen Anne and her court attendants and denim for servants including Emma Stone’s maid character. “I thought, Let’s simplify it. Let’s strip it right down to the bare bones. So the idea was to keep the silhouette historically accurate but change the materials they were made from,” she says. “For all the corsets, I just went to thrift stores and bought jeans, and they were just cut up. I decided to [dress] all the servants in, like, workwear fabric.” 

She also chose to strip the costumes of the adornments that would be typical of a queen’s court at the beginning of the 18th century. “In this period, it would have been really sumptuous and rich. The courtiers would be covered in embellishment and jewels and embroidery,” says Powell. “I thought, There’s no way we’re going to be able to afford to make those costumes, and we don’t actually have the time to make those costumes.” With that in mind, the only decoration used was laser-cut fabric. “I was in a cheap fabric store in London, and I saw a roll of laser-print vinyl, and we just cut it into strips and glued them on,” she says. “The black-and-white looked quite sophisticated and left space for the wild dialogue… without it being all about the clothes.”

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The Best Under-$100 Buys At Anthropologie

It's never a bad time to treat yourself to a little somethin' somethin', but it's even better when that somethin' somethin' is deeply discounted from R29-favorite retailer Anthropologie. Whether you’re in the market for a new wardrobe or new decor to add a lil spice to your home, Anthropologie is where it's at. The brand just released a new crop of sale styles, and there are currently 4,000+ items discounted. To save you time and money, we've carefully sifted through to pick only the top Anthropologie sales under $100. 

Get major discounts on everything from covetable sparkly and glossy Anthropologie dresses and bestselling Colette bottoms to home decor, lush pillows, and cozy candles. An Anthropologie sale is the best time to gather up new goodies to spruce up your wardrobe and home. We won't stall any longer, so read on to find the best-of-the-best Anthropologie deals to cart up ASAP.

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The Best Under-$100 Buys In Anthropologie’s Sale Section

It's never a bad time to treat yourself to a little somethin' somethin', but it's even better when that somethin' somethin' is deeply discounted from R29-favorite retailer Anthropologie. Whether you’re in the market for a new wardrobe or new decor to add a lil spice to your home, Anthropologie is where it's at. The brand just released a new crop of sale styles, and there are currently 4,000+ items discounted. To save you time and money, we've carefully sifted through to pick only the top Anthropologie sales under $100. 

Get major discounts on everything from covetable sparkly and glossy Anthropologie dresses and bestselling Colette bottoms to home decor, lush pillows, and cozy candles. An Anthropologie sale is the best time to gather up new goodies to spruce up your wardrobe and home. We won't stall any longer, so read on to find the best-of-the-best Anthropologie deals to cart up ASAP.

All linked products are independently selected by our editors. If you purchase any of these products, we may earn a commission.

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We love a good deal — especially when you can stack a sale on sale for one of our favorite shopping holidays: Labor Day Weekend — and we always believe that one should treat yourself to a little somethin' somethin'. But it's even better when that somethin' somethin' is deeply discounted from R29-favorite retailer Anthropologie. To make a good deal even better, right now you can score an additional 40% off everything already in the sale section and for a short time, 25% off designer denim and 20% off select beauty. Talk about savings on savings on savings! 

Whether you’re in the market for a new wardrobe or new decor to add a lil spice to your home, Anthropologie is where it's at.  The brand just released a new crop of sale styles, and there are currently 4,000+ items discounted. To save you time and money, we've carefully sifted through to pick only the top Anthropologie sales under $100. 

Get major discounts on everything from covetable sparkly and glossy Anthropologie dresses and bestselling Colette bottoms to home decor, lush pillows, and cozy candles. An Anthropologie sale is the best time to gather up new goodies to spruce up your wardrobe and home. We won't stall any longer, so read on to find the best-of-the-best Anthropologie deals to cart up ASAP.

Anthropologie Jackets On Sale


While the weather cools down, Anthropologie is ensuring that we have
jackets that will keep us warm and on-trend.

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Pilcro Bubble Bomber Jacket, $, available at Anthropologie

Avec Les Filles Floral Jacket


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Avec Les Filles Floral Jacket, $, available at Anthropologie

By Anthropologie Knit Shacket


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By Anthropologie Knit Shacket, $, available at Anthropologie

Mable Peter Pan Collar Denim Jacket


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MABLE Peter Pan Collar Denim Jacket, $, available at Anthropologie

By Anthropologie Quilted Ribbed Vest


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By Anthropologie Quilted Ribbed Vest, $, available at Anthropologie

Anthropologie Tops & Bottoms On Sale


Stock up on long-sleeved blouses as well as pants and sweaters. There are sales pieces from fan-favorite brands like By Anthropologie and Pilcro.

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Maeve Graphic Flower Sweater Vest, $, available at Anthropologie

Pilcro Slouchy V-Neck Sweater


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Pilcro Slouchy V-Neck Sweater, $, available at Anthropologie

By Anthropologie Belted Skirty Culottes


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By Anthropologie Belted Skirty Culottes, $, available at Anthropologie

Maeve Printed Turtleneck Long-Sleeve Tee


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Maeve Printed Turtleneck Long-Sleeve Tee, $, available at Anthropologie

Pilcro The Kenna Mid-Rise Heritage Barrel Pants


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Pilcro The Kenna Mid-Rise Heritage Barrel Pants, $, available at Anthropologie

Pilcro Wide-Sleeve Sweater


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Pilcro Wide-Sleeve Sweater, $, available at Anthropologie

Sanctuary Carnaby Kick Crop Pants


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Sanctuary Carnaby Kick Crop Pants, $, available at Anthropologie

By Anthropologie Long-Sleeve Collared Linen Peplum Blouse


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By Anthropologie Long-Sleeve Collared Linen Peplum Blouse, $, available at Anthropologie

Anthropologie Shoes & Accessories On Sale


Anthropologie has blessed us with deals on shoes and accessories, such as trendy bags, earrings, and more. Peruse the sale for hidden gems that'll complete all your outfits.

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By Anthropologie Angular Pebbled Tote, $, available at Anthropologie

By Anthropologie Twisted Lasso Hoop Earrings


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By Anthropologie Twisted Lasso Hoop Earrings, $, available at Anthropologie

By Anthropologie Velvet Woven Clutch


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By Anthropologie Velvet Woven Clutch, $, available at Anthropologie

Jeffrey Campbell Fluxx Kitten Heels


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Jeffrey Campbell Fluxx Kitten Heels, $, available at Anthropologie

Anthropologie Dresses On Sale


Score big on cocktail dresses, puffed-sleeve dresses, and more stylish silhouettes. Anthropologie has released new styles in every dress length, from minis to flowy maxis.

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Maeve Puff-Sleeve Collared Mini Dress, $, available at Anthropologie

Maeve Long-Sleeve V-Neck Ruched Midi Dress



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Maeve Long-Sleeve V-Neck Ruched Midi Dress, $, available at Anthropologie

By Anthropologie The Maya Ruched Cowl-Neck Dress: Mesh Edition


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By Anthropologie The Maya Ruched Cowl-Neck Dress: Mesh Edition, $, available at Anthropologie

Anthropologie Homeware On Sale


Nothing makes us happier than carting up whimsical home decor from Anthropologie. Our favorites, which are heavily discounted, include adorable candles, cozy curtains, and luxe pillows.

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Anthropologie Fall Figural White Birch & Pumpkin Ceramic Candle, $, available at Anthropologie

Velvet Louise Curtain


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Anthropologie Velvet Louise Curtain, $, available at Anthropologie

Terrain Dotted Dandelion Outdoor Pillow


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Terrain Dotted Dandelion Outdoor Pillow, $, available at Anthropologie

Harvest Glass Bud Vase


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Anthropologie Harvest Glass Bud Vase, $, available at Anthropologie

Houndstooth Throw Blanket


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Anthropologie Houndstooth Throw Blanket, $, available at Anthropologie

Anthropologie Homeware On Sale


Nothing makes us happier than carting up whimsical home decor from Anthropologie. Our favorites, which are heavily discounted (some less than $10), include adorable candles, cozy curtains, and luxe pillows.

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Terrain Gingham Outdoor Pillow, $, available at Anthropologie

Anthropologie Tops & Bottoms On Sale


Stock up on tank tops and blouses as well as pants and linen shorts. There are sales pieces from fan-favorite brands like Maeve and Pilcro.

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Maeve The Colette Shorts: Linen Edition, $, available at Anthropologie

Anthropologie Shoes & Accessories On Sale


Anthropologie has blessed us with deals on shoes and accessories, such as trendy ballet flats, necklaces, and belts. Peruse the sale for hidden gems that'll complete all your outfits.

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Anthropologie Oval Buckle Belt, $, available at Anthropologie

Anthropologie Dresses On Sale


Score big on affordable sundresses, cocktail dresses, puffed-sleeve dresses, and more airy silhouettes. Anthropologie has released new styles in every dress length, from minis to flowy maxis.

Shop Maeve At Anthropologie

Maeve Halter Tiered Maxi Dress, $, available at Anthropologie

Anthropologie Homeware On Sale


Nothing makes us happier than carting up whimsical home decor from Anthropologie. Our favorites, which are heavily discounted (some less than $10), include adorable journals, cozy candles, flamboyant quilts, and luxe pillows.

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Vaisselle Vase, $, available at Anthropologie

Anthropologie Homeware On Sale


Nothing makes us happier than carting up whimsical home decor from Anthropologie. Our favorites, which are heavily discounted (some less than $10), include adorable mugs, cozy candles, bouclé throw blankets, and luxe highball glasses.

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Anthropologie Calle Vase, $, available at Anthropologie

Anthropologie Dresses On Sale


Score big on affordable sundresses, cocktail dresses, puffed-sleeve dresses, and more airy silhouettes. Anthropologie has released new styles in every dress length, from minis to flowy maxis.

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Pilcro Sweetheart Zip-Front Column Midi Dress, $, available at Anthropologie

Anthropologie Tops & Bottoms On Sale


Stock up on tank tops and blouses as well as pants and breezy skirts. There are even sales pieces from fan-favorite brands like Maeve and Pilcro.

Shop Maeve At Anthropologie

Maeve Bubble Maxi Skirt, $, available at Anthropologie

Anthropologie Dresses On Sale


Score big on affordable sundresses, cocktail dresses, puff-sleeve dresses, and more airy silhouettes. Anthropologie has released new styles in every dress length, from minis to flowy maxis.

Shop Dolan Left Coast At Anthropologie


Dolan Left Coast Mesh Slip Twofer Midi Dress, $, available at Anthropologie

Anthropologie Shoes & Accessories On Sale


Anthropologie has blessed us with deals on shoes and accessories, such as Ugg's puffy slippers, monogram necklaces, and trendy bow accessories. Peruse the sale for hidden gems that'll complete all your outfits.

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By Anthropologie Set of Three Pearl Headbands, $, available at Anthropologie

Anthropologie Tops & Bottoms On Sale


Stock up on tank tops and blouses as well as pants and breezy skirts. There are even sales pieces from fan-favorite brands like Maeve and Pilcro.

Shop Pilcro At Anthropologie

Pilcro Long-Sleeve Slouchy Cowl-Neck Top, $, available at Anthropologie

Anthropologie Tops & Bottoms On Sale


Stock up on tank tops and blouses as well as wide-leg pants and breezy skirts. There are even sales pieces from fan-favorite brands like Farm Rio and Pilcro.

Shop Maeve At Anthropologie

Maeve The Colette Sparkle Denim Cropped Wide-Leg Jeans, $, available at Anthropologie

Anthropologie Shoes & Accessories On Sale


Anthropologie has blessed us with deals on shoes and accessories, such as Ugg's puffy slippers, monogram necklaces, and trendy bow accessories. Peruse the sale for hidden gems that'll complete all your outfits.

Shop Ugg At Anthropologie

Ugg Spaceslider Slippers, $, available at Anthropologie

Anthropologie Homeware On Sale


Nothing makes us happier than carting up whimsical home decor from Anthropologie. Our favorites, which are heavily discounted (some less than $10), include adorable mugs, cozy candles, bouclé throw blankets, and luxe highball glasses.

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Anthropologie Monarch Monogram Mug, $, available at Anthropologie

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