Roma came close to the top win, in fact — arguably laying the groundwork for the Parasite phenomenon that came the next year, when Bong Joon Ho’s Korean satire, steered by Neon, defied the odds as the first non-English-language film to ever win best picture.
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David Canfield,
HollywoodReporter,
10 Feb. 2026
Guillermo del Toro’s Frankenstein has emerged as one of the strongest Oscar contenders, picking up nine nominations—including best picture, best adapted screenplay for del Toro, and best supporting actor for Jacob Elordi, as well as a slew of below-the-line categories.
They’re tailored with a wide-leg silhouette, giving them a slightly dressy vibe while still offering plenty of lift and curve support.
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Annie Blackman,
InStyle,
16 Feb. 2026
Over at a presentation at the Sam Edelman showroom, Libby Edelman, co-founder and senior vice president, walked FN through the key styles and trends on display, with a focus on pumps, dressy and cold-weather boots and ballet flats — as well as materials like lace and velvet.
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