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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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Zendaya Rules All, Once Again, in the Emmys Red Carpet Power Rankings

Nobody could displace the Prada-clad 'Euphoria' star in THR/Launchmentric's analysis of influence on the carpet, which coldly calculates the impact of star-brand collaborations.

Zendaya, Colman Domingo and Michelle Pfeiffer Among the Best-Dressed Stars at Emmys 2026

Ladies in red ruled the carpet, but gorgeous draping and exquisitely tailored tuxes also created a wealth of stunning style on TV's biggest night.

Emmys: Zendaya, Selena Gomez, Nicole Kidman and More Stars on the Red Carpet

Style stars are creating a social media frenzy at L.A.’s Peacock Theater.

Diamonds Are an Emmy Nominee’s Best Friend

Laurels, florals and splashes of colored gems are bound to catch the camera’s eye on the red carpet.

Colman Domingo Says “Men Should Be Locking Arms to Make Sure Women Have What They Need” at Kering’s Caring for Women Dinner

Produced annually by the conglomerate that owns Gucci, Balenciaga, Boucheron and other celebrated brands, the event raised more than $5 million to support an end of violence against women and children.

What the Costume Emmy Winners Say About Fearless Aesthetics

From a "coffin look" to a 'Barbarella' homage, the winning costume designers from 'The Traitors,' 'Beef,' 'Margo's Got Money Troubles' and other series showed a style diversity that won at the Creative Emmys this past weekend.

The Fashion of ‘The Shards’: Halston, Claude Montana and “We All Bow Down to Armani”

Costume designers Lou Eyrich and Joshua Marsh talk about channeling early-‘80s style for the Ryan Murphy series.

Abdul El-Sayed’s Watch Collection Has Drawn Scrutiny — Is It Luxury or Simply Geek Chic?

While the progressive candidate campaigned to win this month’s Michigan Democratic Senate primary, conservatives bellowed that his wrist boasted pricey timepieces. But what’s the real story? Watch experts weigh in.

Luxury Watches Enter the Space Race

Amid the cosmic excitement for Artemis II and Project Hail Mary, high-end watchmakers are reaching for the stars with their most celestial designs yet

Met Gala Power Rankings: Connor Storrie, Jennie and Sabrina Carpenter Win the Red Carpet

Stars and the brands they wore for Monday's Costume Institute fundraiser set a new record for earned engagement, the highest total ever for a measurement of red carpet impact.

Met Gala 2026: Sam Smith, Sabrina Carpenter and Other Knockout Looks of the Night

Some attendees looked stunning, while others looked fab while also understanding the assignment — here's a mix of the best style on the museum steps.

Met Gala: The Red Carpet Arrivals

Beyoncé, Nicole Kidman, Venus Williams and Anna Wintour are co-chairing this year’s (controversial) fundraiser for the Metropolitan Museum’s Costume Institute.