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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A Powerful Pair of Slingback Heels Can Change Everything
Just look at Jennifer Lopez’s $1,500 oxblood revenge stilettos.
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Fall 2024's Art-Inspired Fashion Trends Offer Endless Inspiration
From Louis Vuitton's Baroque beading to Loewe's blurry Monet-esque florals.
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Fall 2024 Marks a Return to Fashion's Fundamentals
No micro-trends or fads—just simple, good clothing.
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Da'Vine Joy Randolph's Neon Yellow Dress Confirms She's a Fashion Power Player
The actress shut down the red carpet in a highlighter-hued hooded gown.
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Jennifer Aniston Brings the Naked Dress Trend to the Emmys
She put a high-shine twist on Hollywood's favorite look.
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What Does Dressing in Your 30s Really Look Like?
Eight women reflect on how the milestone decade has impacted their style.
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Luar’s Spring 2025 Runway Was a Study in Showmanship
Designer Raul Lopez knows this was a show everyone will be talking about for seasons to come.
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What Do You Wear to Work When You Hate Your Job?
Subversive workwear designer Jane Wade has an idea.
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The Everlasting Appeal of Mary Jane
The shoe symbolizes high-power femininity.
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It’s Time to Dust Off Your Fall Jackets
Plus, the other coat trends worth shopping.
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How to Style the Baggy Jeans Denim Trend
Don't be intimidated by the oversized bottoms.
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Inspired By the US Open? Try These 10 Tennis Outfits
Game, set, match.
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The Best Sunglasses Actually Worth the Investment
From cat-eye to aviator frames, fashion insiders endorse these eyewear styles.
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Celebs Are Wearing These Unexpected Fall Fashion Trends
Rihanna, Katie Holmes, and Hailey Bieber are helping usher in the newest styles that are anything but boring.
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The Quirky Bag Charm Trend Is a Minimalist's Nightmare—But We're Here for It
Fish out a pearl necklace or even your Y2K-era Tamagotchi to give your carryall a boost.
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Ella Emhoff Never Intended to Be an It Girl—All She Wants Is to Knit
The second stepdaughter and former fashion model opens up about her true passions: art, knitting, and community.
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The Best Summer Sweaters Help Me Tackle Early Fall Outfits
From crochet cardigans to short-sleeve polos.
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Linen Blazers Are the Secret to Stylist’s Pre-Fall Uniforms
Experts agree this is the best time to sport one.
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Our Complete Quiet Luxury Shopping Guide
30 quality closet classics that always have—and always will—endure.
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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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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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