Emma Childs
Emma is the fashion features editor at Marie Claire, where she writes deep-dive trend reports, zeitgeisty fashion featurettes on what style tastemakers are wearing, long-form profiles on emerging designers and the names to know, and human interest vignette-style round-ups. Previously, she was Marie Claire's style editor, where she wrote shopping e-commerce guides and seasonal trend reports, assisted with the market for fashion photo shoots, and assigned and edited fashion celebrity news.
Prior to joining team MC, Emma was a fashion writer at The Zoe Report, where she developed an interest in fashion feature writing by covering seasonal style analysis and designer profiles. Previously, she was a fashion news writer for The Zoe Report on the celebrity street style and industry news beat. Looking back, she worked as Elite Daily's fashion and beauty editorial intern, as a branded digital intern for Bustle Digital Group, worked in the fashion closet at V Magazine, wrote for Mission Magazine, and ran her own self-launched art publication, Childs Play Magazine.
Emma graduated from Fordham University Lincoln Center with a degree in new media and digital design and a minor in fashion studies. She currently lives in New York City (and has for going on eight years) but is originally from Cape Cod, Massachusetts. Online, you can find her at @emmachilds_ on Instagram. In real life, you can find her bopping around thrift stores, baking in her tiny NYC kitchen, and with her nose in her Kindle.
Latest articles by Emma Childs
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Fall 2024 Bag Trends Bid Farewell to Quiet Luxury
Bags are about to get a lot more fun.
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Fall 2024’s Denim Trends Are Preparing Fashion for the Skinny Jean Revival
Not everyone will be happy about the silhouette staging a comeback.
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Brat Green Is the Official Color of Kamala Harris's Presidential Campaign
From memes and manicures to political iconography, this shade of green is taking over the world.
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Stay One Step Ahead of the Fall 2024 Shoe Trends
Start making room on your shoe rack now.
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Fashion’s Taking Their Best Fisherman Sandals Into Fall
Don't be the last to catch on.
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The Boxer Shorts Trend Offers a Realistic Take on Lingerie Dressing
How the borrowed-from-the-boys bottom became a hero summer piece with endless style potential.
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The Stylists Turning the Tunnel Walk Into a Fashion Show
They're the reason tunnel walks are dripping in Dries. Here, they break down what it takes to create those winning looks.
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The Best Mesh Flats Aren’t Just a Micro-Trend
They're one of the most worn footwear styles of the year.
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Finally, Stylish Summer Jewelry You Can Sweat, Swim, and Shower in
Waterproof pieces you can keep on all summer long.
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The Beach Outfits I’m Recreating From the Summer Runways
Chanel, Hermès, and Valentino are inspiring my seaside style.
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The Nostalgic Wedge Sandal Is Officially a Summer Shoe Trend (Again)
The aughts-era shoe trend was due for a comeback.
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Piercing Stylists Are Reinventing the Classic Ear Stack
There's more to great piercings than adding a new hoop.
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The ‘90s Jelly Sandal Makes a Comeback
The nostalgic shoe is everywhere, from Jennifer Lawrence to every fashion girl you follow.
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Here's Why Everyone Is Wearing the Bubble Skirt Trend This Summer
What started as a $1,000 luxury splurge is now everywhere—for just $50.
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The Phenomenon of Chappell Roan's Concert Outfits
We spoke with the pop sensation's stylist about her on-stage style, which includes drag homages, campy theatrics, and a few history lessons.
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Master the Quiet Luxury Look with a Simp White Tank Top
The essential building block of your wardrobe.
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The Internet’s Bias-Cut Debate Is More Nuanced Than You Think
We break down the technique that has Fashion Twitter and -Tok in such a tizzy.
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Summer 2024 Accessory Trends for Easy Style
From slouchy sling bags to '80s-era button earrings, these accessories encourage a laid-back fashion ethos.
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There's a New, Wearable Take on Naked Dressing
It’s easier to style than you’d think.
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These Are the Summer 2024 Fashion Trends Editors Are Already Wearing
Familiar favorites like Breton stripes and denim maxi skirts make an appearance.
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The Best Wedding Guest Dresses Are So Good They (Almost) Upstage the Bride
Wedding guest dressing, decoded.
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Fashion Insiders on Finding Summer Basics That Also Match Personal Style
Forget about a formulaic capsule wardrobe.
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Mary-Kate Olsen Wears a Huge Beanie Despite the 80-Degree Heat
It's her personality hat.
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Bangle Bracelets Are the Newest Maximalist Jewelry Trend
The bolder and the bigger the bracelet, the better.
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What 4 Fashion Professionals Really Wear to Work When It's Warm Out
From lightweight suits to statement dresses.
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11 Realistic Denim-on-Denim Outfits Ideas to Try
The trend is everywhere, from Beyoncé and Bella Hadid to the street-style crowd.
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Gigi Burris Will Make You a Hat Person
Rihanna, Lady Gaga, and every fashion tastemaker you follow are fans of her headwear. You're about to join the list.
By Emma Childs Published