As a seasoned fashion editor, I like to think I’ve seen every trend resurgence. But every now and then, fashion throws me a curveball. Case in point? The moccasin shoe trend. Yes, the moccasin—the once humble, Native American–inspired slip-on that might conjure images of cozy fall days or rustic weekends in nature—is back in the spotlight and making waves.
A Week In San Diego, CA On A $87,600 Salary
Was there an expectation for you to attend higher education? Did you participate in any form of higher education? If yes, how did you pay for it?
Yes, definitely. I was always a driven and internally motivated student and expected a lot of myself in terms of grades and achievements. I went to a pretty rigorous middle school, the goal of which was to get into one of the most prestigious specialized high schools in NYC. Once I got in there, the emphasis on grades and achievement became even more pervasive, because of the culture and extremely rigorous curriculum. Pretty much everyone in this high school had their eyes set on one of the top 10 universities in the US and there was never a question in my or my parents’ minds that I would go to college, and that it would likely be one of the top schools in the country. When my parents were getting divorced, my mom included a clause in the settlement that my dad had to contribute to half of my college tuition costs until I turned 21, no matter which college I went to. (My dad had originally only agreed to pay for a state or city school.) I was fortunate to get significant financial aid from my university, which included work study so I worked throughout my four years at school. I also took out $30,000 in federal loans. The rest was paid for by my parents (Dad stopped paying when I was 21). My mom paid for my housing throughout college: dorm for three years and a house shared with five friends for one year.
Sabrina Carpenter and Hailey Bieber Wore No Pants to the Met Gala – Shop the Look Here
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Naomi Parris is the assistant shopping editor at PS, based in New York. With over eight years of experience and previous roles held on the brand’s Beauty and Operations teams, she enjoys telling stories that merge fashion, beauty, and Black culture. Naomi has also lent her skillful pen to Essence Girls United, Elle, Bustle, and Elite Daily. When she’s not crafting shopping roundups, high-profile features, beauty op-eds, or trend guides, you can find Naomi behind her blog “Eli-Nay,” where she inspires readers through style guides, cultural pieces, and innovative content on her Instagram.
Kylie Jenner and Halle Berry Hit the Met Gala in Naked Dresses – Shop the Trend Here
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The 2025 Met Gala brought a slew of trends for us to gawk over (and raise eyebrows at) from durags and pinstripes to no-pants ensembles. Although this year’s theme, “Superfine: Tailoring Black Style,” which highlights Black Dandyism, was far too specific to miss, some stars took the standard approach with sheer dresses. For what seems like the umpteenth year in a row, many industry figures donned the trend in all different silhouettes, from Kylie Jenner’s gray-and-black custom Ferragamo ensemble, to Halle Berry’s vagina-baring dress by LaQuan Smith. While sheer dresses were ever-present during fashion’s biggest night, the look isn’t exactly new. It’s most popularly referred to as the “naked dress” trend, which is beloved by celebrities for not only many Met Galas past — from FKA Twigs’s bejeweled co-ord in 2024 to Beyoncé’s sequin gown in 2015 — but every major red carpet.
Rihanna Reveals Her Third Pregnancy at the Met Gala – Get Her Maternity Style
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Naomi Parris is the assistant shopping editor at PS, based in New York. With over eight years of experience and previous roles held on the brand’s Beauty and Operations teams, she enjoys telling stories that merge fashion, beauty, and Black culture. Naomi has also lent her skillful pen to Essence Girls United, Elle, Bustle, and Elite Daily. When she’s not crafting shopping roundups, high-profile features, beauty op-eds, or trend guides, you can find Naomi behind her blog “Eli-Nay,” where she inspires readers through style guides, cultural pieces, and innovative content on her Instagram.