Bennetton's Erotic Yarn Art Offends in New York; Hotels Come With J.Crew Stylists in Chicago

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NYC—Our sister site directs our attention to one Sam Horine's Instagram account, where over 300 people are arguing the relative offensiveness of the erotic yarn art currently on display at Benetton's Soho pop-up shop.

LOS ANGELES— The City of Angels—and its "saccharine colors"—inspired designer Holly Fulton's London Fashion Week show.

CHICAGO— If you are planning a trip to Chicago's Public Hotel, good news: Your stay now comes with complimentary consultations with a J.Crew stylist.