Emma Childs
Emma is the fashion features editor at Marie Claire, who writes everything from trend reports, fashion deep dives, and long-form feature pieces. Previously, she was Marie Claire's style editor and worked at The Zoe Report, where she was a fashion writer, covering trend reports, features, and detailed buying guides, and a fashion news writer, covering celebrity street style and industry news. Looking back even further, she worked as Elite Daily's fashion and beauty editorial intern, wrote as a branded digital intern for Bustle Digital Group, and worked in the fashion closet at V 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 (has for going on eight years) but is originally from Cape Cod, Massachusetts. You can be found her Instagram at @emmachilds_.
Latest articles by Emma Childs
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From Seersucker to Breton, Summer 2024 Is the Season of Stripes
From new-age nautical to wavy illusions.
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How to Find Your Perfect Power Piece, According to the Chief Merchandising Officer of Macy’s
Macy's Chief Merchandising Officer breaks down how to inject personal style into your workwear.
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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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I'm a Professional Shopper—Here's What's Worth Your Money from Nordstrom's Half-Yearly Sale
Thousands of items from Nordstrom's best-selling brands are on sale—think Madewell, Vince, Dolce Vita, and many more.
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This Linen Blazer Is My Solution for Easy Summer Work Dressing
Streamline your summer work style.
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My Favorite Linen Dress Makes Me Feel Like I’m Naked—In the Best Way Possible
Breezy, beautiful, and the closest you’ll get to wearing, well, nothing.
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Community and Inclusion Are Vital for Fashion's Future
The sustainable fashion movement must be an ongoing, all-hands-on-deck effort.
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Oval Frames and Colorful Lenses—These Are the Sunglasses You'll See Everywhere This Summer
Sunny days ahead.
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Found: Denim Shorts in Every Style and Silhouette
Make summer 2024 the season you say yes to the jort.
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The Best Celebrity Red Carpet Looks at the Met Gala
Happy first Monday in May!
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How to Style a Mini Skirt When You Don’t Want to Look Like a Gen Z Impersonator
Honest wearability is key.
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Fisherman Sandals Aren't a Fad—They're the Ultimate Hybrid Shoe
Don't be the last to catch on.
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I Studied Karl Lagerfeld’s Chanel Archive Ahead of the 2023 Met Gala—Expect to See These Iconic Looks Next Monday
My money's on Blake Lively wearing this stunning look from 1992.
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Zendaya Ushers In Her New Fashion Chapter—And It Starts with Parisian Tailoring
With her ambassadorship with Louis Vuitton, the star enters a new style era.
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Copenhagen Should Be Your Next European Escape
Explore one of the happiest cities in the world.
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What I Wear to Work: Amanda Hearst
"Sustainable fashion is about stories: who made your clothing, what it's made of, and where it came from.”
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This Untraditional Wedding Dress Trend Lends Itself to Extra Drama
Marie Claire spoke with bridal experts and designers about the textiles, silhouettes, and details to seek out for your big day.
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From Bubble Shoes to Balloon Bags, Why Are 2023's It-Pieces So Puffy?
From Prada to Loewe to Bottega, every It brand is padding it on.
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This Skirt Is a Powerful Feminist Symbol—And It’s Probably Already in Your Closet
And did you know the style has played a powerful role in feminist history?
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The Jewelry Trend Report You Need Ahead of Spring
Super-sized pearls, summer camp-core, and more.
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Why This Season Is All About "Dopamine Dressing"
Yup, Barbie pink makes an appearance.
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Spring 2023's Shoe Trends Balance Practicality and Fashion-Forward Flair
Spoiler alert: See-through footwear makes an appearance.
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