Cortne Bonilla-Oliva
She has over a decade of experience covering the fashion market, and over the course of her career, which spans previous roles as Senior Shopping Writer at Vogue, Fashion Market Editor at The Cut, and Fashion and Branded Content Editor at Editorialist, she has cultivated an editorial perspective rooted in both rigorous market intelligence and an instinctive understanding of fashion’s cultural vernacular. Her work has spanned the full fashion ecosystem—from the runway and showroom to retail and the wardrobes of real women, including herself, a new mother—giving her a practiced eye for emerging designers, shifting aesthetic codes, and pieces poised to transcend a single season. Cortne has been cited as a fashion expert in Who What Wear, Harper’s Bazaar, Elle Magazine, and The Cut, among other publications, and has appeared in newsletters like Selleb and Shopmy to provide quotes and recommendations. In 2022, she received accolades for her copy in Vox Creative’s documentary, “The Beauty of Blackness.”
She also enjoys a good, well-matched social media collaboration and has worked with Theory, Tibi, Jenni Kayne, J.Crew, and more. The key to her heart? Her son, Row Essex, her husband James, matcha strolls, Pilates, The Row, and niche crime and animal documentaries. For an all-encompassing look into her life at work and beyond, you can follow Cortne on Instagram and TikTok and subscribe to her upcoming newsletter, In-Good-Condition.
Latest articles by Cortne Bonilla-Oliva
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I Found the Sweet Spot Between Designer Taste and Real-Life PricesYears of shopping professionally have taught me where to spend, where to save, and which details make all the difference.
By Cortne Bonilla-Oliva
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I Scoured Aritzia's New Arrivals and Found Everything I Want to Wear This WinterFrom sleek wool coats to perfectly slouchy denim and a few unexpected statement pieces.
By Cortne Bonilla-Oliva
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Cobalt Blue Is Fashion’s Favorite Color Again—Here’s What to BuyAfter seasons of restrained neutrals, fashion is embracing a color that refuses to blend in.
By Cortne Bonilla-Oliva
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I Can’t Stop Buying Chocolate Brown—Amazon’s Prime Day Isn't HelpingFrom Tory Burch suede to Levi’s leather, the season’s dominant shade is showing up in some particularly good deals.
By Cortne Bonilla-Oliva
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The Slouchy Handbags of the 2000s Are Back—But They Look Even Chicer NowEarly aughts, is that you?
By Cortne Bonilla-Oliva
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These COS New Arrivals Make Getting Dressed So EasyHardworking separates, designed to mix, match, and make an entire wardrobe feel more elevated.
By Cortne Bonilla-Oliva
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I'm a Shopping Editor—These Are the Under-$350 Fashion Finds I'd Buy Before They Sell OutDôen! J.Crew! Madewell! Coach!
By Cortne Bonilla-Oliva
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I’m Re-Creating Dior’s Dreamy Spring 2027 WardrobeThe collection won’t arrive for months, but its chiffon, florals, and sweeping skirts are surprisingly easy to shop now.
By Cortne Bonilla-Oliva
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Zara’s Most Interesting Fall Clothes Have ArrivedTwo buzzy collaborations and a lot of drama have completely derailed my sensible shopping plan.
By Cortne Bonilla-Oliva
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These Under-$350 Fashion Finds Have No Business Looking This ExpensiveYour fall wardrobe is about to look so, so good.
By Cortne Bonilla-Oliva
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21 Zara Finds That Punch Well Above Their Price TagsA winning selection, right this way.
By Cortne Bonilla-Oliva
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The Lived-In Handbag Is Fashion’s Latest ObsessionThe runways have spoken—your leather bag should look lived in.
By Cortne Bonilla-Oliva
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The Funnel-Neck Jacket Trend is Back—And the Runways Prove It Has Staying PowerTrust me, these are the best styles out now.
By Cortne Bonilla-Oliva
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Blue Jeans Have Competition—Brown Denim Is the Fall Trend I'm Buying IntoThese are slowly replacing my old reliables.
By Cortne Bonilla-Oliva
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The Two-Tone Shoe Is Fashion’s Latest RevivalThank you, Matthieu Blazy.
By Cortne Bonilla-Oliva
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Aritzia Is Making a Very Convincing Case for a Softer FallThese pieces are going straight into my autumnal rotation.
By Cortne Bonilla-Oliva
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The Best Personality Accessories to Shop NowBrooches, baubles, and beautifully bizarre bags are taking over.
By Cortne Bonilla-Oliva
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Good Taste Is Still Available for Under $350From Emily Dawn Long to Dôen and Almada Label, the names worth knowing come with surprisingly reasonable price tags.
By Cortne Bonilla-Oliva
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Everything Worth Buying From This Editor-Approved BrandPieces everyone will ask about.
By Cortne Bonilla-Oliva
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6 Wearable NYFW Outfits From the Spring 2027 RunwaysThese six formulas offered the rarest kind of runway inspiration: ideas you can use immediately.
By Cortne Bonilla-Oliva
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These Zara New Arrivals Have "Where Did You Get That?" Written All Over ThemEveryday wardrobe staples, galore!
By Cortne Bonilla-Oliva
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Purple Is Fashion’s Newest NeutralAfter simmering on the runways for seasons, violet, plum, and aubergine have officially taken over the streets.
By Cortne Bonilla-Oliva
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5 Fall Coat Outfit Ideas Inspired by AltuzarraBarn jackets, leather coats, and bombers—Altuzarra SS 27 puts the coat front and center.
By Cortne Bonilla-Oliva
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I Edited Down Fall's Best Fashion—Under $350Dôen, J.Crew, Coach, and Still Here, handpicked by a Fashion Editor.
By Cortne Bonilla-Oliva
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I Edit Fashion for a Living—Here's What I'd Buy From Zara Right NowPlaid, tweed, and leather—oh my!
By Cortne Bonilla-Oliva
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A Minimalist's Guide to the Only Wardrobe Basics You Really NeedThe best foundational pieces, according to a minimalist fashion editor.
By Cortne Bonilla-Oliva
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NYFW is Here! Discover the IYKYK Brands Making New York Cool AgainThe New New Yorkers, from Zankov and Diotmia to LII and Kallmeyer.
By Cortne Bonilla-Oliva