here’s an active and often uncomfortable participation, I think, in holding firm in achievements and aspirations that others may not recognize; in remaining undimmed by an assault of low expectations. It’s something our Spring Women’s Style issue cover star, Kaia Gerber, seems to be all too familiar with.

Since she was born, the Gen Z businesswoman has been recognized as beautiful and privileged—two traits she hardly denies. But experiencing a lofty chorus of “Who knew?!” for also being literary or quick-witted still leaves her with that sharp surprise, that sudden intake of breath, that will be familiar to all of us. Then again, underestimation can be the highest-octane fuel. And if she didn’t need fullest faith to get as far as she has, what will doubting her now do? Try it at your peril.

At the link below, read writer Josh Duboff’s full cover story on Gerber—featuring photography by Lachlan Bailey and styling by Geraldine Saglio—or purchase our full print issue here.

Elsewhere in the newsletter: Find out how Tory Burch feels about no longer being CEO of her namesake fashion brand; discover how one of 2024’s most highly anticipated albums came together; check out how a Brazilian entrepreneur is showing travelers another side of the Amazon rainforest; and don’t miss Jacob Gallagher’s latest column on the sneaker collecting kingpin who is auctioning off his entire trove this summer for an expected $2 million. Finally, New York Fashion Week just came to a close—read Rory Satran's recap to find out which New York designers made compelling cases for a new era in American fashion.