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Best Beauty Looks at Fashion Week 2024
As much as we look forward to spotting the season’s best new trends every time Fashion Week rolls around, we can’t help but zoom in on the tiny details that make the outfits come together. No, we’re not talking about the bicep jewelry or oversize purses — we mean the beauty details. Your hair, nails, and makeup can add that finishing touch that makes any ensemble look good (or at least make you feel that way), and the beauty looks at New York Fashion Week were no exception. A sleek, high ponytail added a sophisticated edge to a black two-piece suit. A swipe of soft pastel nail polish took a…
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Katy Perry’s QR Code Tattoo at the MTV VMAs 2024
Katy Perry made a splash at the 2024 MTV Video Music Awards on Sept. 11, and surprisingly, it had nothing to do with her Who Decides War shredded-style bralette, her wet hairstyle, her performance of her greatest hits, or the fact that she received the Video Vanguard Award. Instead, our eyes were glued to — and we couldn’t stop thinking about — another tiny detail: her lower back tattoo. While it seemed to be only a temporary addition to Perry’s ink collection, the design was decidedly meta, featuring a QR code etched in blank ink that left many people wondering what it goes to. (The placement also seemed like an intentional…
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Taylor Swift’s Cat Eye Nails at the VMAs 2024
Was Taylor Swift hinting at something with her nails at the 2024 MTV Video Music Awards? The singer attended the event on Sept. 11, winning seven awards — Video of the Year, Artist of the Year, Best Pop, Best Collaboration, Best Direction, Best Editing, and Song of the Summer — but, ever the fan of easter eggs, may have used her look as a nod to something beyond music. Ahead of the VMAs, which took place at the UBS Arena in New York, Swift officially endorsed Kamala Harris as her pick for president in a social media post that has now garnered 10.3 million likes and counting. In the Instagram…
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How to Apply Self-Tanner, According to Pro Tan Artists
If you ask us, self-tanning is one of the best inventions in the beauty world. Being able to achieve a gorgeous, glowing tan without harmful UV rays – what could possibly be better? Gone are the days of sitting in the sun covered in baby oil or frying skin under the bright (and extremely dangerous) lights of tanning beds. Instead, airy foams, creamy lotions, and lightweight drops have replaced the past, creating a safe, sun-kissed glow right at home. However, the only downside of self-tanner is the application process. While, yes, you can do it in the comfort of your own home at any time of day, how exactly do…
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Removing My Breast Implants Was Life-Changing For Me
Courtesy of Misty JamesCourtesy of Misty James When I was 25 years old, I decided to get breast implants. I had been wanting them for at least a decade, ever since I was a teenage girl going through puberty. It seemed like all my friends were getting taller and growing breasts, but mine just never came in. I felt like I was waiting patiently. I liked that I had a nice butt, but felt my upper body was lacking. I wanted to be curvy and thought I would feel more confident if I could fill out my clothes better and be happier with what I saw in the mirror every…
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Best Shark Beauty Hair Tools and Products
Shark FlexStyle Air Drying & Styling System ($280, originally $320) The Shark FlexStyle Air Drying & Styling System does it all, whether it’s a voluminous blowout, beachy waves and curls, or sleek, straight styles. Beyond the attachments, we love the convenience of the flexible wand. Its ergonomic design helps us blow dry and style comfortably without feeling wrist or hand pain. It has three speed settings, three heat settings, and a cool shot. Plus, it’s so slim, it’s great for traveling. We recommend this to those who want a tool that can replace most other tools, and prefer a streamlined routine. See why our editor loves this model in her…
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Quartz Nails Are Taking Over NYFW
While each product featured is independently selected by our editors, we may include paid promotion. If you buy something through our links, we may earn commission. Read more about our Product Review Guidelines here. Yep, we know — New York Fashion Week is all about the latest and greatest in the fashion world, but it’s also one of our favorite places to spot emerging beauty trends. Last year, it was all about floating eyeliner, “angel eyes” makeup, and bow detailing, but this year has given us a whole new list of looks to drool over. A current favorite? Quartz nails. The look was first spotted at Prabal Gurung’s spring/summer 2025…
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Steve Madden Lawsen Black Leather Platform Loafers Review
While each product featured is independently selected by our editors, we may include paid promotion. If you buy something through our links, we may earn commission. Read more about our Product Review Guidelines here. As someone who’s never had much luck with loafers — either my heels slip out, I get blisters, or my right bunion is rubbed raw against the interior — I was initially apprehensive about trying Steve Madden’s Lawsen shoe ($100). At the same time, I was equally sure that I needed a pair of platform loafers, both to give me a subtle boost of height and to help me transition smoothly from brat girl summer to…
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Cynthia Erivo Reveals Secret Behind Elphaba’s “Wicked” Nails
Cynthia Erivo is taking on one of Broadway’s most iconic characters for the upcoming on-screen adaptation of “Wicked,” but that hasn’t stopped her from adding some of her own secret “magic” into the role. The British actress stars as Elphaba in the hotly-anticipated musical movie, which premieres on Friday, November 22, and tells the story of the oft-misunderstood Wicked Witch of the West. Adapted, albeit loosely, from the 1995 book, “Wicked: The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West,” the musical and movie aim to reveal the painful truth behind the villainous “Wizard of Oz” character. Elphaba’s close friendship with Glinda (played by Ariana Grande), her romance…
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Best Boots on Amazon Under $200
While each product featured is independently selected by our editors, we may include paid promotion. If you buy something through our links, we may earn commission. Read more about our Product Review Guidelines here. In theory, dropping hundreds on a pair of fall boots might seem tempting, provided your bank account can weather the hit. However, the truth is you don’t have to spend over $200 for quality, style, and durability. As is the case for all categories, from autumn dresses to sneakers, price doesn’t always dictate quality; reasonably priced finds can be just as durable. That’s why our shopping preferences vary — we might splurge on UGG boots for…
