Author Archives: By CINTRA WILSON

The Reluctant Transgender Role Model

Sonny and Cher’s daughter, now a man, is the subject of a documentary of his transition from female to male.

Critical Shopper: A Safe Walk in the Dark

In the end, the footwear isn’t bad for designery-looking chunks of molded plastic with big Chinese elastic straps all over them. And, like nudity, the price range covers just about everyone.

Critical Shopper: A Momentary Escape From Reason

A strange combination shares a temporary space in SoHo.

Critical Shopper: Alexander Wang’s Store Opens in SoHo

This bouncing boy genius fills the need for a new downtown persona, new ways to think about getting dressed, and a new mood to animate it all.

Critical Shopper: Agent Provocateur, Selling Kink on Madison Avenue

Agent Provocateur is ready to underclothe the hooker fantasies of a new class of shopper on Madison Avenue.

Critical Shopper: Adopting a Look, No Boys Allowed

The ideal used-clothing store can articulate, anticipate and deliver style trends.

Critical Shopper: A Primer for the Wholesome, Happy Home

Where to buy tools for a set of forgotten skills, tastes and virtues referred to as “the household arts.”

Critical Shopper: At Dior, a New Look That’s More of a Sneer

At Christian Dior’s New York flagship, the new look is aimed at those who favor pink fur and pavé diamonds.

Critical Shopper | Pierre Hardy: The Fun House Awaits

At Pierre Hardy, futuristic footwear awaits, once you find the door.

Critical Shopper | Soigne K : Cue the Sitar, Cast the Petals

The Soigne K boutique features modern clothing from designers from India. For saris, head upstairs.