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Iconic American Duos: Karl Anthony-Towns & Martha Stewart Original
5 min read You may not know how seriously we take sports at T&C, but over the last 180 years we have photographed everyone from Muhammad Ali to Roger Federer to Steph Curry. Luckily for us, Karl-Anthony Towns, the Knicks’ center and New York’s hometown hero, was available to join that roster. It’s no small ask, either, considering his schedule. There was the wedding to model, designer, and courtside fixture Jordyn Woods (her ever-present Woods by Jordyn orange bag was exhibited at the Guggenheim).
Iconic American Duos: Anna Sui & Chase Sui Wonders Original
5 min read “I never thought I’d be doing this this long,” Anna Sui says. “I always said to my friends, ‘I’m going to give it five years.’ ” For the record, it has been 45 (and counting) since the designer launched her fashion label in New York.
Iconic American Duos: Karl Anthony-Towns & Martha Stewart
You may not know how seriously we take sports at T&C, but over the last 180 years we have photographed everyone from Muhammad Ali to Roger Federer to Steph Curry. Luckily for us, Karl-Anthony Towns, the Knicks’ center and New York’s hometown hero, was available to join that roster. It’s no small ask, either, considering his schedule. There was the wedding to model, designer, and courtside fixture Jordyn Woods (her ever-present Woods by Jordyn orange bag was exhibited at the Guggenheim).
T&C’s 2026 Alt-Ivies List Original
Getty/Michael Stillwell What does true academic prestige look like in 2026? That question was top of mind for the consultants at IvyWise as they helped us craft our fifth annual ranking of Alt-Ivies (though technically, if you count the original Alt-Ivies story we published in our August 1973 issue, we have been at this for much longer than that). For this year’s list, they came up with a metric to identify the institutions redefining that concept in the modern era.
Fancy a Lunch at Martha’s? Original
3 min read Adding to her long list of entrepreneurial pursuits, Martha Stewart has now become something of a tech bro. Which isn’t really that surprising. After all, this is a woman who had the keen foresight to start a catering business in her kitchen 50 years ago—and grow it into a multi-conglomerate empire worth hundreds of millions.
The best international colleges & universities for American students
Pursuing a college education abroad has never been more appealing. The reasons are obvious, of course. Skyrocketing tuition costs at American institutions—at least 16 schools, from Harvey Mudd to USC to Georgetown, have crossed the $100,000 mark for the 2026-27 year, with more surely to follow—are just the tip of the iceberg.
The Best Room At... The Green O
4 min read If there was a platonic ideal of a Montana dude ranch, Paws Up would come pretty close. More than 30,000 acres of scenery dotted with herds of cattle, the occasional bison, and bald eagles perched high in the ponderosa pines (if you know where to look). And plenty of ways to live out your cowboy fantasies, from horseback riding and cattle drives, to fly fishing and whitewater rafting.
Where do all the billionaires stay at Sun Valley?
Leena Kim Update: In honor of the annual Allen & Co. conference, which kicked off this week in Sun Valley, Idaho, we're revisiting this 2025 story about the historic and unassuming lodge that plays host to this “billionaire summer camp.” For about 360 days out of the year, Sun Valley Resort is a family-friendly destination known for its ski town charms in the winter and its plethora of plein air western pursuits come summer.
No One Throws a House Party Like RH Original
2 min read The trifecta is complete. If you thought it wasn’t that long ago that RH celebrated its splashy A-lister-filled flagship openings in Milan and Paris, you would not be wrong. Now London already joins the portfolio. This was part of the plan all along. For CEO Gary Friedman, establishing a foothold in each of these European markets is essential to “climbing the luxury mountain,” as he calls it. “The higher you climb, the air gets thin, and the odds become slim.
Margaret Manley & Jackson Monnin’s Wild West Celebration
Belathee Photography To truly embrace the spirit of the Wild West, it helps to have a healthy appreciation for Mother Nature’s whims. Or at the very least an ability to take these things in stride, even during your wedding weekend. Having grown up going to Montana for family holidays, Margaret Manley—whose father, Jim Manley, is the owner of the Ranch at Rock Creek—was prepared.
T&C Tried & True : Who Knew Making Homemade Pistachio Milk Could Be So Easy? Original
2 min read Here at T&C, we pride ourselves on our discerning eye for quality. With Tried & True, our editors will give you an inside look at the pieces they simply cannot live without. As someone whose kitchen philosophy—not that I have one—tends to favor easy assemblage over anything that requires turning on the stove (I make a great salad!), I’m usually not one to rave about culinary appliances.
Le foto più belle delle reali con il choker
Anche se probabilmente non si saprà mai la verità sulle preferenze di Anna Bolena in fatto di gioielli (tutti i ritratti della regina furono distrutti dopo la sua morte), la sua rappresentazione più celebre (realizzata anni dopo, alla fine del XVI secolo, e oggi conservata presso la National Portrait Gallery di Londra) ha contribuito enormemente ad alimentare il mito di questa donna straordinaria.
The Carry-On That Was Good Enough for Logan Roy
This article contains affiliate links; if you click such a link and make a purchase, we may earn a commission. The Carry-On That Was Good Enough for Logan RoyIsabelle Von Arx for Town & Country (Isabelle Von Arx for Town & Country) "Hearst Magazines and AOL may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Here at T&C, we pride ourselves on our discerning eye for quality. With Tried & True, our editors will give you an inside look at the pieces they simply cannot live without.
Anatomy of a Classic: The Bottega Veneta Cabat Bag Original
2 min read Try as you might, you are not going to find this Bottega Veneta bag in most places. It doesn’t matter how long a line you’re willing to wait in, or how many steely sales associates you’re able to charm, or how good you are at the competitive sport that luxury shopping has become. That is because this bag, a pre-fall 2026 iteration of the Cabat tote, is available at only one location: 740 Madison Avenue.
How a noble Italian dynasty ended up on a ranch in the Deep South
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How a Noble Italian Dynasty Ended Up on a Ranch in the Deep South Original
2 min read If you think about it, the American South isn’t that different from the Italian countryside. There are the rolling hills and bucolic landscapes. There is the slower pace of life. And there are the shared values around family and community, good food and great hospitality.
The 13 Best Luxury Luggage for Traveling in Style Original
Every item on this page was chosen by a Town & Country editor. We may earn commission on some of the items you choose to buy. When you’re traveling, it’s the little details that can take the experience from good to great. A plane seat that lays flat instead of just reclining? Major upgrade. A luxe outfit that you can mix and match so you can can go carry-on only? Game changer. And then, of course, there’s luggage.
The Best Luxury Luggage for Every Kind of Traveler
Thu, June 4, 2026 at 5:09 PM UTC The Best Luxury Luggage for Traveling in Style When you're traveling, it's the little details that can take the experience from good to great. A plane seat that lays flat instead of just reclining? Major upgrade. A luxe outfit that you can mix and match so you can can go carry-on only? Game changer. And then, of course, there's luggage.
Suddenly Everyone You Know Is a Knicks Fan—But Are They Really? Original
2 min read To be fair it does seem like a really cool club. Mariska! Tina! Fat Joe! Martha! Ben and Christine! Timothée! Spike! And then there is the sheer momentousness of the occasion. After a 4-0 sweep of the Cleveland Cavaliers in the Eastern Conference Finals, the New York Knicks are headed to the NBA Finals for the first time since 1999—Game 1 against the San Antonio Spurs is tonight—and vying for a championship they haven’t won since 1973.
The 15 Colleges with the Best Career Prep Programs
JasonDoiy//Getty Images Remember when choosing a computer science major was considered a guaranteed path to future career success? Feels like just yesterday (because it practically was) when excelling at coding promised job stability and six-figure entry-level salaries. Now, in only a few years, graduates have seen their degrees plummet in worth.
Da Anna Bolena a Lady Diana, i choker preferiti dalle royal
Anche se probabilmente non sapremo mai quali fossero davvero le preferenze di Anna Bolena in fatto di gioielli (tutti i ritratti della regina furono distrutti dopo la sua morte), la sua raffigurazione più celebre—realizzata molti anni dopo, alla fine del XVI secolo e oggi conservata alla National Portrait Gallery di Londra—ha contribuito ad alimentare il mito di questa figura unica. E del suo accessorio distintivo: un choker di perle da cui pende una ‘B’ d’oro.
What Did T&C Have to Do with Linda McCartney’s Photography Career?
Linda McCartney, Rock & Roll, and T&CImages Press - Getty Images She ended up marrying a Beatle, but Linda McCartney’s path—to Paul, to rock and roll, to a storied career as a photographer—started with the Rolling Stones. And with Town & Country. Sixty years ago, a melange of serendipitous forces led to one of the most iconic T&C covers in its 180 years of existence: the June 1966 issue, featuring a 16-year-old UES debutante named Alexandra Chace surrounded by her idols, the Rolling Stones.
What Did T&C Have to Do with Linda McCartney’s Photography Career?
2 min read She ended up marrying a Beatle, but Linda McCartney’s path—to Paul, to rock and roll, to a storied career as a photographer—started with the Rolling Stones. And with Town & Country. Sixty years ago, a melange of serendipitous forces led to one of the most iconic T&C covers in its 180 years of existence: the June 1966 issue, featuring a 16-year-old UES debutante named Alexandra Chace surrounded by her idols, the Rolling Stones.
The best photos of the royals in chokers
Leena Kim In the Pablo Larraín biopic Spencer , Princess Diana is haunted by the ghost of Anne Boleyn, the doomed second wife of Henry VIII who was executed in 1536 for what was officially treason but really so her husband could be rid of her and marry Jane Seymour. Whether it's accurate or fair to characterize Diana as a modern-era Anne Boleyn in terms of marital circumstances and tragic ends can be debated ad infinitum.
The Best Room At ... The Palace in Madrid Original
4 min read Sometime around 1908, Spain’s King Alfonso XIII, fresh off a tour of Europe, was feeling inspired. Every other grand capital city seemed to have a fabulous hotel to host visiting royals—except his own. So, taking inspiration from eponymous institutions in London and Paris, he commissioned Madrid’s Ritz, which opened in 1910.
The Best Photos of the Royals in Chokers Original
Getty Images; Design by Michael Stillwell while we may never know the truth about Anne Boleyn’s jewelry preferences (all portraits of the queen were destroyed after her demise), the most famous depiction of her—created years later in the late 16th century and now in London’s National Portrait Gallery—has done plenty to fuel the myth of this singular woman. And of her signature accessory: a pearl choker from which hangs a gold “B” pendant.
The Best Photos of the Royals in Chokers
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T&C Culture Watch: A New Floral Exhibit Opens at the New York Botanical Garden Original
1 min read Where Are We Going? It’s a quaint trope now, but the original concept of “flower power” was conjured up by Beatnik poet Allen Ginsberg as a peaceful protest to war. We won’t state the obvious parallels but will highly recommend that you head to the New York Botanical Garden for its flourishing exhibition on the hippie spirit of the ’60s—and the perennial healing power of nature’s jewels. What Are We Wearing? Don’t be fooled by the simplicity.
Anatomy of a Classic: The Chanel 25 Bag Original
1 min read It was like a scene out of Mean Girls. During Paris Fashion Week, Girl World and Animal World collided spectacularly at Chanel boutiques across the city, as editors, influencers, and VIPs clawed their way through Matthieu Blazy’s debut ready-to-wear collection, fighting over those seafoam-green square-toe slingbacks, as well as a certain ludicrously capacious black bag. The hysteria soon went global, with reports of pandemonium at Chanel stores from London to New York to Aspen.
The Best Photos of Queen Elizabeth, Kate Middleton, and More Royals in Amethyst Jewelry Original
Samir Hussein//Getty Images Purple has long carried an association with power and monarchy, and the British royal family’s jewelry collection reflects that connection more literally than most. The Windsor vaults hold a considerable number of amethyst pieces, worn across generations.
The Royal Family’s Most Stunning Amethyst Jewelry Moments, From Queen Victoria to Kate Middleton
Sat, May 2, 2026 at 11:00 AM UTC 22 Photos of the Royals in Amethyst JewelsSamir Hussein - Getty Images (Samir Hussein - Getty Images) Purple has long carried an association with power and monarchy, and the British royal family’s jewelry collection reflects that connection more literally than most. The Windsor vaults hold a considerable number of amethyst pieces, worn across generations.
The Best Photos of Queen Elizabeth, Kate Middleton, and More Royals in Amethyst Jewelry
23 hours ago LONDON (AP) — President Donald Trump sang the praises of King Charles III after the monarch’s state visit this week. He even lifted some tariffs on Scotch whisky as a favor to the British monarch. The king delivered a diplomatic master-class on the trip, mixing praise for his host with subtle …
The Best Room At ... Nekajui, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve Original
4 min read There is nothing new about Peninsula Papagayo, the Pacific-side strip of Costa Rica known for its abundant wildlife, eco-adventure pursuits, pretty beaches, and fabulous golf. And yet with all the new luxury developments vying for its limited real estate, you’d think it was a recently discovered paradise.
Quali sono le istituzioni culturali imperdibili di Los Angeles?
Academy Museum of Motion Pictures Considerato quanto sia popolare e conosciuta, non si direbbe mai che il museo dell'Academy (sì, proprio quell'Academy) abbia aperto solo nel 2021. Negli ultimi cinque anni, questo imponente centro cinematografico, situato all'angolo tra Wilshire e Fairfax, è diventato una delle destinazioni culturali più importanti della città.
The 15 colleges best preparing students for the AI economy
From dedicated degree programs to interdisciplinary research initiatives to career guidance, these schools are actively equipping students for our inevitable future.
The 15 Colleges Best Preparing Students for the AI Economy
Getty Images At this point we don’t need to tell you how much AI is upending all aspects of life. One could argue it has hit college students particularly hard. Stories abound: of coding and engineering majors who are graduating to find that their degrees, once guaranteed to be an excellent ROI, are worthless. Of Ivy League professors unable to control the rampant use of ChatGPT on campus. (Not that teachers aren’t doing it, too.) It’s not all dire.
A Fabulous New Airelles Has Just Opened in Venice Original
1 min read Airelles may not be a household name (yet), but you already know what it is capable of. One word: Versailles. This is the hotel group that took a former courtier’s residence on the palace grounds and turned it into Le Grand Contrôle, a Marie Antoinette reverie with costumed staff, theatrical Alain Ducasse feasts, and, the pièce de résistance, private tours of the palace after everyone else has left.
Chloé Reum and Kristján Tomasson’s Chantilly Celebration Original
For Chloé Reum and Kristján Tomasson, their wedding was a full circle moment—in so many more ways than one. First, there was the choice in destination: France. “While I was born and raised in Chicago, I grew up in a binational, bilingual household with an all-American father and Parisian mother,” Chloé says.
Chloé Reum and Kristján Tomasson's Chantilly wedding
Friends and family—including the bride's cousin Carter Reum and Paris Hilton—gathered for a quintessentially French celebration.
The Hermès Guide to a Plant-Based Diet Original
2 min read Whether you are of the spiritual persuasion or subscribe to more scientific ways of thinking, we can all agree on a few truths: that the sea is a vast, exceptionally mysterious, fearsome force of nature, and that it is very, very old (about 3.8 billion years at last count). Plus, there’s that whole root-of-all-creation thing. It’s the root of quite a lot of creativity, too. There’s nothing like the deep, dark unknown to really fire up the imagination.
Anatomy of a Classic: Louis Vuitton’s Time Trunk Speedy Original
1 min read In 1896 Georges Vuitton had a problem. The family firm, established by his father Louis four decades prior, was doing well. Too well: The house’s trunks were so popular they were spawning a litany of cheap copycats. (Whoever said imitation was the sincerest form of flattery clearly didn’t have a head for business.) In a pre–Diet Prada era, what was a guy to do? Innovate, of course.
T&C Culture Watch: We Have Your Next Book Club Pick Original
1 min read Where Are We Going? Few things are as transporting as a juicy thriller set somewhere fabulous. (See: The Talented Mr. Ripley, obviously. Or, more recently, 2023’s The Guest, which was all any Hamptonite could talk about that summer.) This season’s book club winner: The Plunge, Lila Raicek’s gripping debut, which flits between Manhattan and Lake Como. When you’re ready to turn wanderlust into reality, we’re here for you. What Are We Wearing?
T&C Culture Watch: We Have Your Next Book Club Pick
This article contains affiliate links; if you click such a link and make a purchase, we may earn a commission. Sat, April 4, 2026 at 10:00 AM UTC "Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Where Are We Going? Few things are as transporting as a juicy thriller set somewhere fabulous. (See: The Talented Mr. Ripley, obviously.
What Are L.A.’s Must-Visit Cultural Institutions?
Christina House//Getty Images The Academy Museum of Motion Pictures Barry Winiker//Getty Images Given how popular and well-known it is, you’d never know that the Academy (yes, that Academy) Museum only opened in 2021. In the last five years, the sprawling cinema center, located on the corner of Wilshire and Fairfax, has become one of the city’s most important cultural destinations.
T&C Exclusive: This Miami Villa Is About to Be on Everyone’s List Original
2 min read We’ll start with the good news. In a city that has become increasingly overrun by shiny glass condos and $50 million mega-mansions—populated by billionaires who are, among other things, turning private school applications into a bloodsport—the new Beach Villa at the Four Seasons at the Surf Club is like an architectural breath of fresh air. The sort of project that reminds us that restraint, when deployed wisely, still works—even in a place as maximally inclined as Miami.
This Old Thing? T&C Reviews: Box Bags Original
2 min read We know all about the legend of Grace Kelly’s Hermès. The baby bump. The paparazzi. A brilliant PR coup and a legacy forever sealed. But it is worth remembering that before there was a Kelly, there was a Mark. Mark Cross, that is.
Anatomy of a Classic: The Valentino Garavani Devain Bag
2 min read It is, admittedly, hard to be the new kid. All the more so when you’re coming into a storied Roman brand with more than six decades of design cred. Those are very big shoes to fill. But Alessandro Michele was not your average new kid when he took the helm of Valentino in 2024. He began his tenure by doing the things a creative director does: He mined the archives, he played up old house codes. And then, as the saying goes, he let his freak flag fly.
復讐こそ過激に美しく！セレブ＆ロイヤルの歴代最強リベンジドレス19
女性セレブたちは失恋や離婚を、華々しくそして公然と美しいスタイルに変えてきた。何世紀にもわたりファッションは女性の武器だったかもしれないが、「リベンジドレス」という概念を独力で生み出したのは、チャールズ皇太子（当時）とまだ離婚していなかったものの結婚生活はすでに破綻していたダイアナ妃だ。彼女が1994年の夏に着用した、デザイナーのクリスティーナ・スタンボリアンが手がけた黒のドレスは、ウィキペディアに専用ページが作られるほど歴史的な存在となった。 そしてその後、ダイアナ妃が生み出したこのコンセプトは、数えきれないほどの女性たちを奮い立たせ、自分を裏切った恋人やパートナーに「あなたは愚かなことをした」と思い知らせ、美しい姿を見せつけて別れを後悔させるようになったのだ。 ここでは、約30年間を超えるそんなリベンジドレスの、（非公式かつ進化した）華麗な歴史をプレイバック。 From TOWN&COUNTRY 1 ダイアナ妃（1994年） Princess Diana Archive//Getty Images...
Anatomy of a Classic: The Miu Miu Beau Bag Original
“Prada, at the end, is what I am,” Miuccia Prada has said. “And Miu Miu is what I would like to be.” In Freudian parlance, you could say that the former represents her ego, and the latter is her id. Her oeuvre supports this. Since launching Miu Miu in 1993, she has remained true to her vision of a luxury brand that is refreshingly unpretentious and daringly youthful, with a radical ingenuity that sets the standard season after season.
T&C Culture Watch: The Art World Elite Descends on L.A. Original
Where are we going? Who says the art market is in trouble? Certainly not the anonymous client who paid $236.4 million for Leonard Lauder’s Klimt masterpiece at Sotheby’s in November. And not the glitterati who will descend on Santa Monica Airport, which is hosting the seventh edition of Frieze Los Angeles. Go early if you’re serious about buying—this is a competitive crowd. February 26–March 1, frieze.com What are we wearing?
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