Welcome to KRIS + KIKO KOUTURE, a salon where the veneer of luxury collides with its playful doppelgängers—the world of fakes and dupes. We journey through the gilded halls of high-end fashion and the shadowy lanes of imitation. Each step reveals more about the complex dance between authenticity and mimicry.
Thea ElleMay 9, 2025This year’s Met Gala was a study in sculpted elegance. With the theme Superfine Tailoring Black Style, the night paid homage to the heritage and artistry...
Thea ElleMay 5, 2025I tried to follow Tanner Leatherstein’s path—and failed in slow, painful motion. If you’ve seen him methodically dissect a designer bag, you know how...
Thea ElleMay 1, 2025Graduation season is upon us, bringing with it an avalanche of sentimental speeches, extended family who can't spell your major, and the smell of lukewarm...
Thea ElleApr 28, 2025Welcome to 2025 — a time when being stylish doesn’t have to mean being financially reckless. Luxury in the new era is all about smart decisions, and nowhere...
Thea ElleApr 23, 2025Once upon a time, luxury was an exclusive club—where access came with status and a hefty price tag. Owning something like a Hermès Kelly was a rite of...
Thea ElleApr 22, 2025She’s given you love, strength, and endless support — now it’s your turn to give her something unforgettable. This Mother’s Day, show her just how much she...
Thea ElleApr 16, 2025Once upon a time, a luxury handbag was meant to whisper quiet wealth. A HERMÈS BIRKIN didn’t just hold your phone—it held your social status. A CHANEL...
Thea ElleApr 16, 2025Coachella used to be about the music. Allegedly. Fast forward to 2025, and the annual dust-storm-turned-desert-runway has fully evolved into a social...
Thea ElleApr 15, 2025Remember when luxury meant going large on milk tea with all the add-ons? Now you scroll past a stranger’s HERMÈS haul and quietly wonder if they mortgaged a...
Thea ElleApr 10, 2025The red carpet was practically melting this week—thanks to both the relentless paparazzi flashes and the heat radiating from gowns priced higher than your...