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Laurie Brookins

Freelance Contributor

Laurie Brookins is a longtime freelance contributor to The Hollywood Reporter, covering fashion, red carpets, watches and jewelry, and the occasional story about classic films, which rank high among her chief passions. Based in New York City, Brookins has also contributed to Robb Report, Town & Country Travel, Business Traveler, and The Times of London.

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Best Dressed Stars at the 2025 Met Gala: Pharrell Williams, Kerry Washington, Anne Hathaway, More

Sparkle and menswear influences were key to the night's most talked-about looks, which also included Colman Domingo in Valentino, Sadie Sink in Prada and Zoe Saldaña in Thom Browne.

Eight Stylish Watches Perfect for Mother’s Day, from Chanel, Cartier, Gucci and Others — and All Priced Under $5,000

From elegant to sporty to vintage-inspired, these timepieces are sure to be treasured by every woman you want to celebrate on May 12.

The Hottest New Timepieces from Watches & Wonders, from a Brand-New Rolex to the IWC Brad Pitt Wears in ‘F1

At Geneva's April Watches & Wonders event, the latest status dials celebrated handcraft, pop culture and a commitment to red carpet styling.

Jane Fonda Is Far from Finished — With Fitness or Activism

At 87 and starring in a virtual-reality exercise series, the iconic actress and Oscar winner is raising a fist against the march of time: "In some ways, I'm younger today."

THR Style: The 2025 Awards Season Totaled $3.7B in Earned Engagement for Luxury Brands

Also: Bad Bunny's steamy Calvin Klein campaign, a legendary designer's archive goes up for auction, and Adrien Brody signs on with a hot luggage brand.

How Versace Conquered the Red Carpet With Stunning Viral Moments

With the announcement that Donatella Versace is stepping back from design duties, The Hollywood Reporter looks at how the powerhouse label has excelled at creating jaw-dropping looks for Jennifer Lopez, Zendaya, Taylor Swift and Beyoncé — to name just a few.

Style Notes: Rihanna’s Latest Fenty x Puma Designs Drop; Julianne Moore Signs On for a Fashion Collab

Also in this week's fashion update: Jason Statham and Rosie Huntington-Whiteley co-star in an ad campaign, while Kaley Cuoco debuts a T-shirt benefiting Pasadena Humane — and is Sabrina Carpenter single-handedly saving Victoria's Secret?

Style Notes: The Louvre’s Answer to the Met Gala

Also in your weekly style update: Dior's new doc, Zac Posen releases designs based on his GapStudio suit for Timothée Chalamet, Vuitton taps makeup artist Pat McGrath and a Marilyn Monroe evening bag arrives at auction.

Oscars Red Carpet Power Rankings: Chanel, Timothée Chalamet and Ariana Grande Among Big Winners

A by-the-numbers analysis of social media commentary for Hollywood's biggest night reveals that engagements with fashion brands were way up year over year.

Oscar Night’s Naked Dresses and History of the Sheer Look

Zoe Kravitz, Megan Thee Stallion and other stars continued the tradition of wearing provocative gowns at this post-Academy Awards event.

The Best Dressed Stars at the 2025 Oscars

Demi Moore in sparkling Armani Privé, Elle Fanning in Sarah Burton's inaugural haute-couture look for Givenchy, and Cynthia Erivo's dramatic Louis Vuitton gown were among the night's style highlights.

Oscars: ‘Wicked’s’ Paul Tazewell Becomes First Black Man to Win Best Costume Design

Ruth Carter became the first Black woman to win in the category for 'Black Panther' in 2019.