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Not to mention, when worn on its own—sans coat—the breezy dress is the perfect reminder that summer is just around the corner.
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Ana Serrano, Glamour, 10 Mar. 2026
The blankets made vivid additions to the more practical harnesses, leashes, and snow boots that all of the dogs must wear on the snowy trail.
—Christian Allaire, Vogue, 10 Mar. 2026
Like most other 200 Oasis garments, this option layers wonderfully in cold weather, while also being totally suitable for wear on its own, so it’s not limited to strictly winter-wear.
—Harry Spampinato, Travel + Leisure, 10 Mar. 2026
Though Blichfeldt’s vision begins to lose its impact as the film wears on, her bold take, combined with Myren’s commitment to the bit and, again, that horrific tapeworm, really carry it across the finish line.
—Joe Reid, Vulture, 10 Mar. 2026
Because chaplains may be the only clergy available in combat zones or remote postings, their insignia — patches and small metal pins worn on their uniforms — function as a quick signal of religious identity.
—Asaf Elia-Shalev, Sun Sentinel, 9 Mar. 2026
UConn could not get possession for any length in the second OT period, and Chan seemed to keep getting better as the game wore on (and on, and on).
—Dom Amore, Hartford Courant, 8 Mar. 2026
As the day wears on, look for horse trading, threats and some old-fashioned political tricks as lawmakers try to push their bills across before the end of business Friday.
—AJC.com, 6 Mar. 2026
Instead of turning to heirloom jewels from the royal collection, on Thursday Kate wore a pair of Sézane earrings originally worn on Christmas Day 2022—and thought to have been a gift from William for the holiday that morning.
—Rachel Burchfield, InStyle, 5 Mar. 2026
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Ana Serrano, Glamour, 10 Mar. 2026
The blankets made vivid additions to the more practical harnesses, leashes, and snow boots that all of the dogs must wear on the snowy trail.
—Christian Allaire, Vogue, 10 Mar. 2026
Like most other 200 Oasis garments, this option layers wonderfully in cold weather, while also being totally suitable for wear on its own, so it’s not limited to strictly winter-wear.
—Harry Spampinato, Travel + Leisure, 10 Mar. 2026
Though Blichfeldt’s vision begins to lose its impact as the film wears on, her bold take, combined with Myren’s commitment to the bit and, again, that horrific tapeworm, really carry it across the finish line.
—Joe Reid, Vulture, 10 Mar. 2026
Because chaplains may be the only clergy available in combat zones or remote postings, their insignia — patches and small metal pins worn on their uniforms — function as a quick signal of religious identity.
—Asaf Elia-Shalev, Sun Sentinel, 9 Mar. 2026
UConn could not get possession for any length in the second OT period, and Chan seemed to keep getting better as the game wore on (and on, and on).
—Dom Amore, Hartford Courant, 8 Mar. 2026
As the day wears on, look for horse trading, threats and some old-fashioned political tricks as lawmakers try to push their bills across before the end of business Friday.
—AJC.com, 6 Mar. 2026
Instead of turning to heirloom jewels from the royal collection, on Thursday Kate wore a pair of Sézane earrings originally worn on Christmas Day 2022—and thought to have been a gift from William for the holiday that morning.
—Rachel Burchfield, InStyle, 5 Mar. 2026
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