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The Anti-String-Bikini Trend To Try Before Labor Day

Everyone's taste in and approach to bathing suit shopping is different. Some shop for one-pieces and bikinis based on the season's latest offerings. Others stick to tried-and-true silhouettes, colors, and fabrics, regardless of seasonal trends. If…
By Laura Lajiness

The Style Strategy Behind Clueless’ 3 Iconic Characters — & Why The Looks Remain Relevant Today

I was in 5th grade when Clueless and its iconic fashion entered my life. As a spunky pre-teen with a burgeoning love for clothes, this film resulted in an awakening of sorts for my closet. Almost overnight I found myself trading my overalls and…
By Angela Melero

What Would A Digital Fashion Week Actually Look Like?

The Met Gala was cancelled this year; both the CFDA Awards and the Cannes Film Festival were called off; and the 2021 Oscars have been postponed. But for the fashion industry, there's a chance for innovation amid COVID-19. Ahead of September’s…
By Kristen Bateman

What Will Street Style Look Like After Coronavirus?

Fashion is reactionary. Historically, style mirrors cultural shifts, whether it be the flamboyant Roaring Twenties flappers or the psychedelic hippie garb that reflected the political and social upheaval of the anti-Vietnam war youth. 2020 has…
By Nicole Kliest

This Plug-In Tells You Where Major Fashion Companies Put Their Money

The seismic shift in consciousness happening in 2020 is important. The current climate around systemic racism has prompted the masses to question everything — and shopping habits have become paramount in the widening discussion. Right now, there's a…
By Danielle Naer

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Do Scalp Facials Really Work? We Found Out From The Experts

At the core of every great head of hair is a healthy and thriving scalp. It's why we forage through beauty aisles, spending hours trying to locate the shampoo that will eliminate our dandruff woes, and douse our hair in hot oil treatments sitting…
By Blake Newby

Yes You Can Make Your Own Ice Cream Without Fancy Equipment — Here's How

There are few things that make summer feel more like, well, summer than ice cream. However, the frozen treat has never quite felt like the easiest culinary task to tackle on your own — until now. This season's coolest (pun intended) dessert also…
By Ashley Tibbits

This Sustainable Sneakers Collab Is All About Adding Color To Your Wardrobe

Peek into your closet and odds are there's a sleek, classic tennis shoe that's become scuffed and torn. That's what happens to a style you can so easily wear every day — you start to wear it out. But, for your next go-around if you're ready for a…
By Dale Arden Chong

This Black-Owned Wine Brand's Rosé Is Perfect For Summer Sipping

Considering the fact that so many people are still limited to their homes this summer, your pad just might be the only local water hole you're frequenting for a while — which may actually be good news for winemakers. That said, there's no better…
By Ashley Tibbits

Halle Berry's Orange Bikini Is A $25 Recreation Of Her Iconic James Bond Look

When you make a list of iconic Hollywood looks, Halle Berry's sheer Elie Saab gown from the 2001 Oscars is up there. But, in 2020 Berry is busy paying homage to another one of her most memorable looks. Halle Berry's orange bikini is not only a…
By Savannah Sitton

Midas Cosmetics Just Launched A Collaboration That Includes A Contour Palette For Every Skin Tone

No cosmetics collection is complete without a contour palette of sorts, but for many makeup wearers it's unjustifiably difficult to find a palette that actually suits their skin tone. If you've gotten irritated at the lack of options, Midas…
By Melissa Epifano

The Facial Tool Jessica Alba Loves Is 15% Off At Dermstore Right Now

Jessica Alba is the facial massager connoisseur, and while you might scoff at a $1,900 mask or a vampire facial, her interesting tools and wild massaging contraptions are usually fairly wallet-friendly. One of her all-time favorites is under $70…
By Melissa Epifano

Bella Hadid's Halter Bikini Features The Summer Trend That's All Over Instagram

The low-key aesthetic of baggy tees and boxer shorts has no doubt become the uniform for staying at home. But just as self-isolation isn’t the only activity for quarantine, your cozy staples aren’t the only thing you’re wearing during this time. So,…
By Dale Arden Chong

Selena Gomez's $128 Knit Set Is Going To Be A Huge Trend This Fall

Loungewear is no longer just the at-home uniform but a way of life. If you've spent the last few months in the same sweats, it may be time to explore some new cozy clothing options. Selena Gomez's latest loungewear outfit from Free People is sure to…
By Savannah Sitton

Pat McGrath Labs' Lip Fetish Collection Has A New Addition For '90s Gloss Lovers

Oil-slick lips haven't been this in since the good old days of Juicy Tubes, Clueless, and Britney in a latex catsuit singing "Oops!...I Did It Again." Eager to meet the demand for a lacquer-like finish is an upcoming addition to the cult-favorite…
By Olivia Young

This New Hair Primer Is About To Make Your At-Home Blowouts So Much Easier

Primers play a vital role in any makeup routine — to prep skin for foundation, to add volume to lashes, or to ready a lid for a vibrant eyeshadow creation — but their selling points are not limited just to the face. A preliminary coat is also…
By Olivia Young

Levi's & Ganni Team Up On A New Denim Collection You Can Rent

If you're closet is already overflowing with denim, it may be time to reconsider your approach to shopping for it. Rental services have quickly popped up as a fresh alternative to full-on shopping, and Ganni's new Repeat rental platform is a…
By Savannah Sitton

Nordstrom’s Latest Concept Shop Features More Than 70 Emerging Beauty Brands

If you've recently found yourself bored to tears with your beauty lineup and wondering if your go-to products are even working, it might be time to disrupt your routine with something new. Here to help you with that is Pop-In@Nordstrom New Beauty:…
By Melissa Epifano

The Uncredited History of Denim & Black Activism

From gold miners of the late 1800s to cowboys of the 1930s, denim has long been the fabric of choice for the rugged and mysterious. Just think of James Dean in Rebel Without a Cause. Be they skinny, acid wash, or boot cut — blue jeans are thought of…
By Zoey Washington

The *Very Best* Face Masks For Every Skin Type, According To The Pros

From sheet masks to clay treatments to decadently creamy moisturizers, face masks are the undisputed queens of skin care — which is probably why they hold one of the top spots when it comes to formula variety. Rather than sample your way through the…
By Madge Maril

Versed's New Exfoliator Is Microdermabrasion In A Bottle (& For Under $20)

Like pricey chemical peels, Kate Somerville facials, and blue light therapy, microdermabrasion is one of those seemingly necessary skincare treatments that poses an imminent threat to the old bank account on a monthly, if not weekly, basis. For $100…
By Olivia Young

This Fall Boot Trend Is About To Take Over — Here's How To Wear It Now

Twice a year, during Fashion Week, self proclaimed fashion-lovers, trend-scouts, and otherwise interested parties can’t stop talking about the next big color trends and the latest spin on their favorite staples. This season, however, it's shoes that…
By Jamila Stewart

Milk Makeup’s New Launch Is Here To Make Your Graphic Liner Dreams Come True

Since Milk Makeup launched its cannabis oil-infused mascara in 2018, it has become one of the most hyped-up lash products of all time, prompting an entire family of CBD-spiked makeup that continues to grow in both size and popularity. Now two years…
By Olivia Young

The 34 Most Impactful Home Upgrades Under $50 On Amazon

When thinking about updating your home, it can be easy to feel overwhelmed. While you can likely identify more than a few improvements from which your space could benefit — fresh paint, perhaps, or upgraded appliances — home renovations often…
By Julia O'Donnell

Why Fragrance In Skincare Products Can Cause Acne, Irritation, & More

We all like things that smell good: our homes, our hair, our bodies, and our clothes. But fragrance in skincare is a different story. Lately, the debate about skincare with synthetic fragrance has been more prevalent than ever, with popular brands…
By Blake Newby