Alexander McQueen’s creative director Sarah Burton is donating hundreds of feet of unused fabric to fashion design students across the UK to use in their graduate collections. The archive of McQueen fabrics includes the iconic chiffon, tweed, and silks that Burton used in fabricating hundreds of collections during her tenure at the brand.
Not only is the donation a chance for students to be part of a historic legacy, it’s also a massive financial gift. Besides college tuition and student housing, design students must also spend tens of thousands of dollars on materials themselves. Burton herself attended Central Saint Martins in London while she began working as an intern under the late Lee Alexander McQueen. “I was so lucky because when I first worked at McQueen, Lee helped me source fabrics for my final collection,” Burton told Vogue. “It’s even harder today, at a time when we all feel precious resources must be properly used.”
This kind of waste-not mentality is part of McQueen’s DNA. In the 24 years Burton has been with McQueen, she’s never seen a single bolt of fabric be thrown away. “The ethos at Alexander McQueen means that everything we use in researching and designing collections has always been archived and stored,” Burton said in a press release. Thanks to Burton, 14 universities across Wales, England, and Scotland have already gained access to McQueen’s unused materials. One University of Westminster design student, Steven Stokey-Daley, has already utilized the archive for his final project, which includes a raglan trench coat in tattersall check, a fabric that the brand previously used to create a now sold-out rose-embellished men’s button-down. “You go into studying fashion fantasizing about making your final collection, but you have no idea what it’s going to cost,” Stokey-Daley told Vogue. Before the donation, he calculated that his show could cost him up to 15,000 GBP (roughly $19,500).
In addition to providing a financial cushion, the McQueen donation will also reduce the environmental impact of producing clothing.
In donating leftover fabrics, Alexander McQueen provides another small way for brands to shift towards a more sustainable future. By paying it forward, McQueen is helping a new generation of designers get a leg up, built on the successes of the past.
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In case you missed it, our boy Pilot Pete made it to the hometowns episode of The Bachelorin one (very boring) piece. His final destination in his whirlwind trip around the south (and the midwest, we see you, Iowa) was to Virginia Beach, VA to meet Victoria F.’s family. While the whole episode was unnecessarily dramatic, the most dramatic part of the episode was not Victoria’s breakdown or Peter running into his ex, it was his Virginia Beach hotel room. With its tan on tan striped wallpaper, college dorm room-esque couch, and knock off Emeco chairs, let’s just say, the viewers were horrified.
This is the shittiest hotel room Peter’s been in so far. Even Cleveland had better hotels. #TheBachelor
The internet’s pure horror meant one thing, I had to find this hotel room. Now, I pride myself in my sleuthing abilities, but somebody call Jake Peralta, this find might just make me Detective Of The Year*. After an extensive amount of scouring the Virginia Beach hotel scene and matching carpets, couches, and wall art — I found what looks to be the hotel (and the specific room, the Corner King Oceanfront Suite). It’s the Courtyard Marriot Virginia Beach Oceanfront and it costs $124-$159 a night. Maybe it’s not typical The Bachelor standards, but I would decidedly stay there if I did not have to spend any time in my hotel room except to sleep.
That being said, The Bachelor franchise is notorious for making its contestants walk into hotel rooms and gasp. They jump on beds, they eat chocolate-covered strawberries, they look out the window and scream (which was truly uncalled for in Cleveland). Plus, after spending weeks traveling across South America and staying in the fanciest resorts, this feels like a downgrade. If anything, Peter’s Courtyard by Marriot digs proves what we’ve always known, this season is just as boring as tan-on-tan striped wallpaper and faded patterned carpet.
*I would like to give a special shout out to Twitter user @bepryor for helping this sleuth out.
i’m not saying i looked at photos of hotel rooms in virginia beach, but i’m not saying I didn’t either. If I did, though, I may have found a blue couch. https://t.co/dHXvuhSkaJ
When Chinyere Ezie first wrote a post on Facebook about the racist display in Prada’s windows and inside its Soho store, she hoped that something would happen, but didn’t expect much. After all, these controversies seemed to catch fire and blow over in the matter of a few days. The pattern, as she saw it, tended to go something like this: A blatantly racist product will be called out on social media, inciting boycotts and online protests; the company responsible will subsequently deny ill-intent and issue a milquetoast apology that blames the incident on cultural misunderstanding. “How can we know all cultures?” Miuccia Prada told WWD, in an interview following the Pradamalia fiasco. “People want respect because now there is talk of cultural appropriation, but this is the foundation of fashion, as it has always been the basis of art, of everything.”
When Chinyere Ezie first wrote a post on Facebook about the racist display in Prada’s windows and inside its Soho store, she hoped that something would happen, but didn’t expect much. After all, these controversies seemed to catch fire and blow over in the matter of a few days. The pattern, as she saw it, tended to go something like this: A blatantly racist product will be called out on social media, inciting boycotts and online protests; the company responsible will subsequently deny ill-intent and issue a milquetoast apology that blames the incident on cultural misunderstanding. “How can we know all cultures?” Miuccia Prada told WWD, in an interview following the Pradamalia fiasco. “People want respect because now there is talk of cultural appropriation, but this is the foundation of fashion, as it has always been the basis of art, of everything.”
But Ezie was tired of the same old song and dance; maybe this time could be different. “Frankly, it struck me as insincere,” she told me over the phone at the Center for Constitutional Rights, where she works as a civil rights lawyer. “I didn’t want Prada’s moment of reckoning and reflection after the blackface scandal to end at platitudes.”
So she pressed on. She met with Prada’s chairman about how to improve the company, and then filed an official complaint with the NYC Commission of Human Rights, stating that Prada, as an entity that provides products and services to the public, discriminated against her as a public citizen and potential consumer by offering products that explicitly called upon racist iconography meant to make African Americans feel unwelcome and threatened.
A year and a month after that Facebook post, Prada and the NYCCHR reached an unprecedented agreement, in which the Italy-based Prada agreed to a litany of trainings, scholarships, and promises to diversify its workforce, in order to continue to doing business in NYC. Instead of issuing a fine or payment, Prada agreed to proactively change the way they do business. (According to the NYCCHR, these measures will cost Prada far more than what a fine would have been.) “It’s easier to levy a penalty and be done with it. We’re not trying to punish, but to bring about the kind of change that will hopefully transform Prada,” explained Demoya Gordon, NYCCHR’s supervising attorney, and the lead negotiator on the settlement.
This agreement is the second major example of restorative justice under commissioner Carmelyn P. Malalis, whose November 2019 agreement with hair salon Sally Hershberger resolved an anti-Black discrimination case, and relied on conversations with Black communities to figure out what repair and restoration looked like.
Some have questioned whether the law infringes on free speech, or that it gives local government too much jurisdiction over international companies based abroad. Some questioned whether an agreement of this scope would hold up under pressure in courts. But the NYCCHR is committed to restorative justice as a legal strategy — not only because it seems to prevent future wrongs from being committed, but because it also provides a legitimate sense of relief for all parties involved. Said Malalis, “The measures required in this settlement may today be considered unconventional for law enforcement, but my hope is that government, here in New York City and across the country, continue to think outside the box to address and remedy historical and current harms perpetrated through anti-Black racism.”
Ezie saw her Facebook post transform into real change. While she didn’t ask for nor receive a monetary settlement, she did feel a resounding sense of closure: “I felt like I left the conversation with Prada having come full circle, achieved repair, and been restored.” Ezie and I spoke about how more of us can harness the power of online activism.
Did the NYC Commission on Human Rights reach out to you for feedback about the terms of the agreement?
They did, and that’s ultimately what made me sign the agreement. I was very concerned about past instances of racism that had ended with just pithy statements and platitudes without a meaningful commitment to invest in structural or innovational change. I reviewed the settlement agreement in draft form, and I was able to provide comment. It was ultimately shaped by the input I provided into an agreement I felt was worth signing.
What input was that?
That training encompass the heads of the company. It was very clear to me that the artistic choices were made out of Italy. I had read from interviews with Ms. Prada after the scandal first erupted where it was very clear that she had not done any reflecting on the impact of the blackface line on people like myself who encountered it, and felt like as if we were walking straight back in the past of 1950s Jim Crow-era racism.
I had a very interesting meeting with the chairman of Prada where, to Prada’s credit, they came to the table for a discussion about racism and repair in the wake of the blackface scandal. At the time, the chairman admitted that, in his own words — although I think he’s had a change of heart about being this candid [editor’s note: responding to the NYTimes, a Prada spokespeople denied that their chairman, Carlo Mazzi, ever made the statement] — he wasn’t aware of any Black employees at headquarters. But he also stated that it wasn’t because of racism, because there’s no racism in Italy. Like, in the entire country of Italy, in case you were not aware. [The lack of Black employees] was because people don’t like to travel to Italy. In case you had ever wanted to plan a romantic getaway…or a girl’s trip to Italy! You had it all wrong. No one wants to go to Italy apparently. It was just very apparent to me that if training didn’t go all the way to the top of the company, it would have no impact on the culture of the organization. That’s a term [of the agreement] that I proudly take credit for.
Why did you file an official complaint with the NYC Commission on Human Rights? What was your goal?
There was an initial refusal to acknowledge the ways that the product line bore an unmistaken reference to blackface. For them to initially deny any resemblance, to take the position that these are just creatures that have no modern references, including monkeys? It was just all so insincere. Then there were Miuccia Prada’s subsequent statements that seemed very defensive, and unconcerned about the impact on the public.
I just wanted there to be a real accountability moment for the company that would result in repair with the public. That was my only objective in seeking the complaint. I believe that statutorily, complainants standing in my shoes would have been entitled to monetary damages. That could have been something I sought. But I never proffered monetary demands on the company. What I wanted were real commitments by the company to change the way they do business and to make racial equity part of the DNA and fabric of the company going forward.
One of the reasons your story is so unique is that your online call out actually led to concrete policy changes. That’s rare. Do you have any advice for those who spot injustices, but want their online activism to have real-world consequences?
I do believe that online activism and call outs can be a form of social justice advocacy. It’s certainly how I got a seat at the table with Prada. It’s something I believe can be radically democratic because it doesn’t require a lot of access besides a mobile phone and an internet connection, which is something that can be accessed by many sorts of people. Call outs can be a force for good. But it’s important that we’re taking care to articulate the problem with our call outs, rather than making ad-hominem attacks; you’ll notice I never criticized Miuccia Prada or said ‘your bags are ugly.’ I explained what the problem was, and tried to create a space for there to be a conversation about next steps, and a way forward. A call out is most effective when we give people the room to respond and commit to a path forward for change, rather than the aspect of calling and canceling, and no conversation can develop about what repair looks like. That was a really important piece for me.
Certainly, working with the City Commission on Human Rights definitely helped go the extra mile. Now, there’s a concrete agreement. Here, I would encourage people to be creative, to think about all the ways they can access a little bit of a platform in moments where they otherwise feel powerless. I was able to go to my local commission even though I wasn’t a Dapper Dan, or had 5 million Twitter followers. With them, I was ultimately able to have the ear of the company and work as a change agent in these ways.
There’s no blueprint. The key is making the decision to speak up, whether it’s on an online forum or to your local human rights agency. It’s choosing not to settle for silence when you feel you’re observing a social wrong.
Commissioner and chair of the NYCCHR Carmelyn Malalis has been focused on restorative justice. As a civil rights lawyer, what do you think about this approach, rather than punitive ones, to matters of human rights?
I really welcome it. It’s pretty hard to deny that our criminal justice system is broken. It’s based on many of the same principles that perhaps cancel culture are based: If you make a mistake, you should be thrown out. It was really gratifying to see an agency really share my interest and create a model for accountability where no one was abandoned as part of the process. That Prada was a willing partner is gratifying.
For me, and many people who experience racism and micro-aggressions, it’s all come to really dampen your view of human progress. I feel like I’ve been able to emerge from this with a restored sense of hope.
Some punishments fit the crime, while others spiral out of proportion. We get it, there are actions that deserve to be cancelled, but for some people, the slightest slip-up can be life-ruining. With Cancel Cancel Culture, Refinery29 will examine the implications of “cancelling” public figures whose fuckups — major or minor — were put on trial in the court of public opinion. We’ll also pose the question: Is it finally time for cancel culture to be cancelled, too?
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Former California Rep. Katie Hill continues to make her mark on progressive representation in the media, despite resigning from her position in Congress last year. Despite the fact that the first openly bisexual member of Congress in California may no longer work on Capitol Hill, she’s not done sparking conversations about inclusivity.
On Saturday, Hill tweeted an article about an episode of HGTV’s show House Hunters featuring its first “throuple” in the show’s history. “You know, I’m gonna take at least partial credit for enough of society knowing this term for it to be on House Hunters. Just sayin,” she tweeted. Hill pointed out that the article’s headline riffed off her longtime campaign slogan, too. “‘Representation matters’ has been my tagline since the beginning so I will take it,” she added.
You know, I’m gonna take at least partial credit for enough of society knowing this term for it to be on House Hunters. Just sayin. https://t.co/IfbLMahmye
Hill’s comments come after HGTV featured it’s first three-way relationship between Brian, Lori, and Geli, who were seeking a home together in Colorado. The term “throuple,” gained significant recognition prior to Hill’s resignation from her position as a U.S. representative in California’s 25th district after her personal life became irreparably public. She was part of an alleged throuple, between her, her ex-husband, and a former campaign aide.
During her first year in office, Hill was also subjected to revenge porn after a conservative site called RedState published personal text messages as photos of the alleged throuple, including nude photos of Hill. The House Ethics Committee announced it would pursue a formal investigation into Hill before she decided to resign from her post.
Despite this, Hill has remained a stark advocate of inclusivity — and that advocacy extends to introducing the term “throuple” into public awareness. Unlike a threesome which is a sexual encounter between three people, a throuple – derived from the words three and couple – is an outgoing relationship between three people. Her discussions about polyamorous relationships and sexuality really opened up conversations around women’s sexuality in politics and the double standard which she faced leading up to her decision to step down.
“I’m leaving because of a misogynistic culture that gleefully consumed my naked pictures, capitalized on my sexuality, and enabled my abusive ex to continue that abuse, this time with the entire country watching,” Hill said in a speech. “Yes, I’m stepping down, but I refuse to let this experience scare off other women who dare to take risks, who dare to step into this light.”
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Sure, February is the month of love — or at least the month when we're flooded with relationship pictures on Instagram and Galentine's Day outings at the nearest cocktail bar — but there's more to appreciate about the month than just roses and heart-shaped boxes of chocolate. There's National Pizza Day, Super Bowl half-time performances... and, of course, all the new beauty launches.
On that note, Ulta Beauty is giving us all there is to heart-eye in February with countless new products across categories, from '90s-inspired lip kits to waterless hair cleansers. So that you can see the latest and greatest for yourself, we've rounded up the best new launches hitting Ulta shelves this month. Check them out, ahead.
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Ulta Beauty Effortless Effect Foundation
Get skin-care benefits and seamless medium coverage by layering on this hydrating foundation that's infused with hyaluronic acid, pomegranate, and vitamin E.
Ulta Effortless Effect Foundation, $, available at Ulta Beauty
You can fake it 'til you make it to wash day with this magical foam: Massage the formula into dry hair (yes, dry) and watch as it mimics your wet-shampoo experience minus the water.
Batiste Waterless Cleansing Foam - Cleanse + Smooth, $, available at Ulta Beauty
Essence Ciao Venezia Eyeshadow Palette
Snag this Venice-inspired eyeshadow palette full of neutral and romantic shades — all for under $10.
Essence Ciao Venezia Eyeshadow Palette, $, available at Ulta Beauty
Miss Spa The All Clear Enzyme Peel Serum
Packed with a gentle yet effective blend of AHAs and BHAs, this unique formula goes on like a serum but works like an exfoliating peel.
Miss Spa The All Clear Enzyme Peel Serum, $, available at Ulta Beauty
Fourth Ray Beauty Coconut Face Milk
ColourPop’s sister skin-care brand Fourth Ray Beauty joined Ulta's roster this month. Among the assortment is this coconut face milk that nourishes and relieves dry skin.
Fourth Ray Beauty Beauty Coconut Face Milk, $, available at Ulta Beauty
Too Faced Born This Way Turn Up The Light Highlighting Palette
Fast forward to summer (sort of) with this highlighting palette that has three finishes for a customizable glow, and comes in four shades for a range of complexions.
Too Faced Born This Way Turn Up The Light Highlighting Palette, $, available at Ulta Beauty
Wet n Wild Bretman Rock Lip Gloss
Channel Bretman Rock with the lip gloss from his latest collaboration with Wet n Wild. The nourishing, non-sticky formula will transport you to the tropics.
Wet n Wild Bretman Rock Lip Gloss, $, available at Ulta Beauty
Milani Salt N' Pepa Lip Kits
Ooh, baby, baby. Take it back to the '90s with this bright-red lip kit created in collaboration with Salt N' Pepa.
Milani Salt N' Pepa Lip Kits, $, available at Ulta Beauty
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The royal family may have had a bad year thanks to allegations surrounding certain problematic members, plus Harry and Meghan choosing to give up their titles in pursuit of a peaceful and paparazzi-free life, but there are two regal women who will forever be worshipped for their perennially chic style.
On day one of this season’s London Fashion Week, Shrimps’ creative director Hannah Weiland celebrated both the queen and Princess Diana in her fall ’20 collection, a glorious return to the official show schedule for the London-based designer. “Royal style has consistently offered every occasion a sense of ceremony and elegance, from the countryside on horseback to the ballroom at Balmoral, all while championing a fearless approach to color,” the show notes read.
Style signatures both women are recognized for were dappled throughout the collection, from the queen’s heritage-check calf-length skirts and penchant for top-handled handbags to Diana’s jewel-toned ’80s cocktail dresses, ’90s jodhpurs, and silk scarves.
Door-knocker earrings were given a ceremonial makeover via giant neck-skimming pearls and hair was coiffed to within an inch of its life, while pink blush sat high on cheeks and wraparound reflective glasses alluded to Diana’s infamous ski slope looks. Knitted woolen bonnets meanwhile made reference to the queen’s love of outdoor pursuits.
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Good thing March has spring to look forward to, because even though we're getting a new crop of movies and TV to Netflix and a lot of original series, unfortunately it's also when we're going to have to say goodbye to some beloved titles leaving the streaming service.
Now that Valentine's Day is behind us, Netflix is letting go of feel-good romantic movies such as The Jane Austen Book Club, Eat Pray Love, and P.S. I Love You. If you're a superhero buff, make sure to watch Marvel Studios' Black Panther and The Dark Knight before they're gone.
More action films that will no longer be on Netflix include films in the Kill Bill, Men In Black, and Charlie's Angels series, as well as fantasy favorite Lord of The Rings (The Two Towers and Fellowship of the Ring).
The good news for TV lovers is that not many series are leaving the platform this month, though L Word fans should probably binge before the end of the month.
Click through to see what else is leaving Netflix in March 2020, and catch these titles before they're gone.Leaving March 3
Marvel Studios' Black Panther (2018)
Prince T’Challa (Chadwick Boseman) of the technologically advanced kingdom of Wakanda, must protect it from a threat from his past.
Leaving March 3
The Men Who Stare at Goats (2009)
In Iraq, a reporter meets a man who claims to be a former member of a unit of the U.S. Army that uses paranormal powers to fight.
Leaving March 4
F the Prom (2017)
Two high school friends — one who used to be popular and the other not — plot revenge against the mean popular crowd by ruining prom.
Leaving March 7
Blue Jasmine (2013)
In this film directed by Woody Allen, a New York socialite (Cate Blanchett) moves to San Francisco to live with her sister.
Leaving March 7
The Jane Austen Book Club (2007)
Six women start a Jane Austen-centric book club, and find that their past and current relationships reflect a lot of what is depicted in Austen’s novels.
Leaving March 7
The Waterboy (1998)
A waterboy for a college football team becomes a member of the team when the coach discovers he is a fierce tackler.
Leaving March 9
Eat Pray Love (2010)
A woman suddenly leaves an unhappy marriage and decides to find herself by traveling to Italy, India, and Bali.
Leaving March 14
Men in Black (1997)
A police officer joins a super secret crime-fighting force that deals with alien interactions on Earth.
Leaving March 14
Men in Black II (2002)
Agent J (Will Smith) tries to help Agent K (Tommy Lee Jones) — who has absolutely no memory of his work with the Men In Black — and restore his memory in order to remember a case from his past and save Earth.Leaving March 14
In this TV series, a janitor is kidnapped and sent into space to the Satellite of Love and is forced to watch B-movies with four robots, Cambot, Gypsy, Tom Servo, and Crow T. Robot.Leaving March 15
Coraline (2009)
In this animated film, an 11-year-old finds a secret world that contains a dystopian version of her tumultuous home life.
Leaving March 17
Being Mary Jane: The Series: Season 1-4 (2013-)
This series, starring Gabrielle Union, chronicles the life of a popular talk show host.
Leaving March 19
The L Word: Season 1-6 (2004-2009)
The popular show follows the lives of a tight-knit group of lesbian friends living in Los Angeles.
Leaving March 19
Zodiac (2007)
Based on true events, a San Francisco cartoonist in the late 1960s and early 1970s becomes obsessed with tracking down the famous Zodiac Killer.
Leaving March 24
Disney's A Wrinkle in Time (2018)
After Meg's father, who discovered a form of space travel, disappears, she, her brother and a friend are tasked by three mystical beings - Mrs. Whatsit, Mrs. Who, and Mrs. Which - to travel across time and space to rescue him.
Leaving March 30
Batman Begins (2005)
Starring Christian Bale, this Batman origin story directed by Christopher Nolan tells the story of billionaire Bruce Wayne, who trains to become Batman and rid Gotham City of crime.
Leaving March 30
Charlie's Angels (2000)
Three secret agents with a mysterious, faceless boss work to save the world when stolen voice-ID software ends up in the wrong hands.Leaving March 30
Charlie's Angels: Full Throttle (2003)
After the witness protection database is stolen and a series of murders occur as a result, the three Angels investigate and try to stop the perpetrators from causing any more damage.
Leaving March 30
Death at a Funeral (2010)
At a funeral held at the family home, a series of unfortunately and hilarious mix-ups derail the somber day.
Leaving March 30
Drugs, Inc.: Season 5 (2010-)
The documentary-style show by National Geographic walks through how drugs today are sold and what police are doing to stop their proliferation.
Leaving March 30
Hairspray (2007)
Tracy Turnblad, a teenager living in 1960’s Baltimore, uses her dancing skills and the local TV show that she stars in to fight against segregation.
Leaving March 30
Kill Bill: Vol. 1 (2003)
In this Quentin Tarantino film, a former assassin (Uma Thurman) wakes from a four-year coma to seek revenge on the other assassins who betrayed her.
Leaving March 30
Kill Bill: Vol. 2 (2004)
The sequel of Kill Bill follows The Bride as she continues her revenge plot against Bill, a bouncer named Budd, and the one-eyed Elle.Leaving March 30
New York Minute (2004)
Two twin sisters (Mary-Kate & Ashley Olsen), travel to New York City and find themselves being followed by a killer and a police officer who want something that accidentally came into their possession.
Leaving March 30
P.S. I Love You (2007)
A recently-widowed woman (Hilary Swank) is sent to Ireland to heal and is led on a journey thanks to messages that her late husband (Gerard Butler) left for her.
Leaving March 30
Paranormal Activity (2007)
A couple moves into a haunted suburban home and films the demonic presence that threatens them.
Leaving March 30
Small Soldiers (1998)
This animated film follows toy action figures that have been enhanced by missile technology and take their battle instincts to the next level.
Leaving March 30
The Dark Knight (2008)
Batman fights against the Joker, who threatens the city of Gotham through a series of psychological, lethal tests.
Leaving March 30
The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King (2003)
Gandalf and Aragorn fight against Sauron’s army in order to distract him from seeing Frodo and Sam destroy the One Ring within Mount Doom.
Leaving March 30
The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers (2002)
The fellowship fights against Saruman, Sauron’s newest ally, and his army as Frodo and Sam journey closer to Mordor and the place in which they can destroy the One Ring.
Leaving March 30
Wild Wild West (1999)
Two special agents (Will Smith, Kevin Kline), go up against a kooky Confederate scientist who threatens the country after losing the Civil War.
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Whoever said diamonds are a girl's best friend has clearly never tried on a great pair of leggings (or had the pleasure of owning a doggo for that matter). Despite the worldwide debate on the topic (Are they pants? Are they tights? Does it even matter?), leggings are like the Labrador Retrievers of our closets: lovable, supportive, and reliable. But they also have the sleek, polished appeal of an Italian Greyhound, making this pant/tight crossbreed a winning combo of all the stuff you could ever want in a garment — especially when you've got on a buttery, body-hugging leather (or leather-like) pair.
If you hear the word "leggings" and still think athleisure, trust us, these are not your average Lululemons. And if you're already sold on the value and wardrobe-expanding potential of a solid leather legging (real or faux!) but aren't sure what to wear it with, that's totally OK. No one actually comes out looking like Sandy 2.0 in Grease on their first try. Ahead, we've compiled a range of tips and outfit ideas taken directly from the street style champions themselves to guide you through the execution of this trend. We've even ranked each look on a scale of simple to surprising so you can push the boundaries of your wardrobe with each wear.
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Level 1: Layer Up
Using your leather leggings as a base, layer a flowy tunic over them for a contrast in fit. Simply add a pair of heels and you've got a chic yet versatile ensemble that is tame enough for a professional setting.
ASHLEY MASON High Rise Faux Leather Pants, $, available at Nordstrom Rack
Universal Standard Nailah Button Down Tunic, $, available at Universal Standard
Charles & Keith Patent Leather D'Orsay Pumps, $, available at Charles & Keith
Level 2: Add A Statement Shoe
The right footwear can make or break your outfit (or your ankle, for us clumsy folk — be careful out there, friends). To upgrade your leather leggings a couple notches on the style scale, simply pair them with a stand-out shoe featuring details like an oversized bow. This move will (literally) lift you up to level 2 — just top it all off with a sleek trench and you're ready to go.
Torrid Platinum Faux Leather Legging, $, available at Torrid
VEDA Zero Cropped Leather Leggings with Zipper, $, available at 11 Honore
ASOS DESIGN Sherry Bow Kitten Heels, $, available at ASOS
Nasty Gal Leather Let Me Go Faux Leather Trench Coat, $, available at Nasty Gal
Level 3: Pair Them With Something Sporty And Fancy
Leggings with sneakers and a hoodie may sound like level 1 but add a glossy finish and a sumptuous faux fur and this outfit skips ahead a few levels. For those militant about your top covering your butt in leggings, we found the perfect T-shirt "dress" to try out this look with.
Commando Perfect Control Faux Leather Leggings, $, available at Nordstrom
UO Nirvana Unplugged T-Shirt Dress, $, available at Urban Outfitters
PACT Lightweight Organic Cotton Hoodie, $, available at PACT
Heartloom Tori Faux Fur Coat in "Mink", $, available at Revolve
Level 4: Black-On-Black
When looking to a fashionable crop of New Yorkers for inspiration, expect to see a lot of black. To upgrade your leather leggings to street style status, you've got to go all-in on the shade. Try working within that dark color scheme while using different textures to complement the smooth fabric of your bottoms. Think a thick, shearling coat for a touch of fluff, a clingy bodysuit for shape, and statement sunnies for a little extra oomph.
PHOTOGRAPHED BY POLLY IRUNGU.
SPANX Hip-Zip Faux Leather Leggings, $, available at Anthropologie
Mark Alan Leather Faux Fur Collar Jacket, $, available at Walmart
Intimately Low Back Bodysuit, $, available at Free People
Michael Kors Flat Front Cat Eye Sunglasses, $, available at Nordstrom
Level 5: Black-On-White
Once you've got a sense of that all-black-everything attire, try introducing white into the mix for a sharp, eye-catching contrast. Keep the core of your outfit the same tone of your leggings so the white really pops in the form of accessories and outerwear.
AllSaints Cora Faux Leather Leggings, $, available at Nordstrom
LOFT Fleece Funnel Neck Coat, $, available at LOFT
Sam Edelman Winona Western Boot, $, available at Amazon
Level 6: Black-On-Black (Expert)
If you thought you mastered the black-on-black pairing after level 4, surprise! We're not done yet. Real pros know how to play with texture and proportion, piecing together just the right amount of puff, parka, and pant to attain expertise in this category.
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7th Element Plus Size Faux Leather Leggings, $, available at Amazon
adidas by Stella McCartney Nylon Canvas Parka, $, available at SSENSE
Boohoo Buckle Detail Padded Cuff Hiker Boots, $, available at Boohoo
Le Specs Rapture Cat-Eye Acetate Sunglasses, $, available at Net-A-Porter
Level 7: Call For Back-Up
Sometimes, what'll really cause a stir is some crafty coordination — and not just within the confines of your own outfit. To pass this level, you'll need to rally a gang of gals whose leather legging looks are as fierce as your own. It's style strength in numbers, and if you manage this surprising twist, you can march your way onto level 7.
Wild Fable High-Rise Liquid Leggings, $, available at Target
Everlane The ReNew Military Parka, $, available at Everlane
New Balance Fresh Foam Roav Flying NB, $, available at
& Other Stories Smooth Leather Block Heel Boots, $, available at & Other Stories
Level 8: Pattern Play
We're revisiting the layering skills acquired back in level 1 here, but with a major upgrade. Let your leather leggings keep your outfit grounded while you pile on the patterns, and don't be afraid to top it all off with a trendy beret.
Torrid Faux Leather Fleece Lined Leggings, $, available at Torrid
Storets Hannah Houndstooth Coat, $, available at Storets
Instead of dressing for the streets of the world's fashion capitals, try taking your leggings somewhere totally unexpected. If you dare, ditch the long underwear and ski attire and show up to the slopes in your shiniest, trustiest, leather-iest bottoms. It's a move that's as impressive as it is unconventional, reserved for those who know how to dress dangerously.
Uniqlo Extra Fine Merino Ribbed Turtleneck Sweater, $, available at Uniqlo
L'Academie The Stefhanie Coat, $, available at Revolve
Level 9: Get Wild
Believe it or not, a leather-like fabric does not have to be the boldest part of your look. There's no rule that says your leather leggings can't be combined with animal prints, tie-dye, and chunky boots all at once. In fact, it's encouraged in level 9. Now that you've reached the final stage of styling, it's time for a bit of fashion fun.
BLANKNYC Dominatrix Patent Leather Legging, $, available at Verishop
Calvin Klein Faux Fur Leopard Coat, $, available at Heroine
Proenza Schouler Tie-Dyed Slub Cotton-Jersey Top, $, available at Outnet
Reformation Daley Top, $, available at Reformation
Philosophy di Lorenzo Serafini Elasticated Waist Leggings, $, available at Farfetch
Level 2: Black-On-Black (Beginner)
When looking to a fashionable crop of New Yorkers for inspiration, expect to see a lot of black. To upgrade your leather leggings to street style status, you've got to go all-in on the shade. A black jacket, black top, black leggings, black bag, and black boots are easy the ingredients for an off-duty Manhattanite.
Missguided Faux Leather Pin Tuck Leggings, $, available at Missguided
Dr. Martens Mono 1460 Pascal Virginia Combat Boot, $, available at Amazon
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Editor’s Note: All currency has been converted to USD.
When I was 20, my best friend and I used to buy our wine out of an actual bin in the corner of our local shop. Each bottle of wine cost $4 (a “3 for $12” cardboard sign had been stuck to the bin with a cable tie) and we washed it down with Doritos, Amber Leaf roll-ups and a double CD called The Greatest Love Songs…. EVER. We were both students, both living off loan payments, both more concerned with getting laid than getting paid and both very good at making a meal out of an onion, an egg, two tomatoes, half a bag of rice and some salt.
Today, she owns a house, a car, works four days a week and has a partner with a well paid job. I earned so little over the last financial year that I haven’t even reached the threshold to owe any tax (hello, maternity leave). The change in our material circumstances has had no discernible effect on our relationship; I would still happily give her my last tea bag, spare kidney, my favorite shoes, a lung.
Income or wealth disparity, much as we may hate to admit it, can make it hard to make friends and cause conflict within existing relationships.
But I do wonder, if we met today, would it be quite as easy? Would we slip together like teaspoons if we’d met now, pushing our kids on a swing? Would I have been embarrassed to bring her back to my cold little rented house, full of charity shop furniture and ugly crockery? Would I have been embarrassed to admit that I couldn’t afford to go out for dinner that month? Would my embarrassment have got in the way of a wonderful friendship? I hope not.
In their late 20s and early 30s, people start to earn different amounts of money. Sometimes significantly different. Sometimes that is out of choice, sometimes it’s a product of the systematic discrimination that lies underneath society: gender, class, race, disability, where you live, access to education, inherited privilege etc. This income or wealth disparity, much as we may hate to admit it, can make it hard to make friends and cause conflict within existing relationships.
You can’t afford to do the same activities, you might feel judged by other people’s choices and career progression, you may feel uncomfortable in their homes or awkward whenever this disparity is thrown into sharp relief. You might not like talking about money, work, housing, holidays, shopping. You might not feel able to tell your friends why you feel like this and so a great tumor of resentment begins to build within you, or them, or both.
“I’m 24 and I work in publishing and I feel like I’m just beginning to see the impact of money on friendships,” one woman tells me anonymously via Twitter. “After university, most of my friends and I were on equal footing but slowly a couple of them got some big jobs and started bringing in some crazy amounts of money. It was an almost immediate change. Holidays are the kicker because people start inviting who they think can afford it; if you’re somewhere on the cusp it becomes this very awkward conversation. I’ve been at dinner parties where people have said things like, ‘If I go for this new job I would miss my bonus but I’m not about to be petty about 10k,’ and at the other end of the spectrum I’ve made porridge for dinner (actually quite comforting) with a friend trying to live in London on 23k.”
We’ve all seen The One With Five Steaks and an Eggplant, where Rachel, Joey and Phoebe can’t afford the restaurant dinner that Monica, Chandler and Ross blithely organize without checking. We all know the buttock-clenching awkwardness when the question of money – what doors it opens, what doors it closes – rears its ugly head within a previously tight-knit group.
Talking about money is part of showing vulnerability to your friends. You have to challenge yourself to be vulnerable if you want a deeper friendship. If you’re never vulnerable with the other person then you should think about what type of friendship that is.
simone bose, relate counsellor
“I went to a school in a middle class area and so my friends were all very well off,” one woman in her mid 30s tells me over Twitter, preferring to stay anonymous. “At the time I didn’t notice much; I thought it extravagant their families had cleaners and their holidays were always incredible, but I didn’t worry much about it. As we’ve got older and they mix more with people of their own backgrounds they can forget how lucky they’ve been. I have become increasingly frustrated and bitter, and I hate this. Hearing friends complain (I think due to a misguided attempt at self-deprecation) how difficult and stressful it is buying a house was especially galling. I had just come from my mum’s where she had received a letter from the council, threatening her with eviction from her home of 15 years. It was so awful to hear an affected hardship by someone with more money than my whole family combined.”
This woman loves her friends. She also knows that it is hard for any of us to really understand other people’s experiences. Yet the issue of money can still drive a wedge where previously there was none.
“Talking about money is part of showing vulnerability to your friends,” says Relate counselor Simone Bose, who offers a whole range of relationship counseling to friends, sexual partners and families. “You have to challenge yourself to be vulnerable if you want a deeper friendship. If you’ve got a friendship where you’re never vulnerable with the other person then you should think about what’s going on there and what type of friendship that is. Money is an emotional issue; you should be able to talk to friends about it and for them to hear you out. Taking that risk might actually strengthen the friendship.”
So how do you go about repairing a relationship that may have become strained, even estranged, by money? “Firstly, I would say, try not to make assumptions about how much your friends have, just because of how much they earn,” says Bose. “You don’t always know how things like debt, other priorities, dependencies may affect them. Second, try to talk about your own experience, rather than what you assume is theirs. Don’t blame the other for their situation, whether that is earning more or less than you.”
Instead of using accusations like “You always want to go to fancy places” or “You use money as an excuse to get out of things,” Bose recommends being open and centering your own feelings instead, saying “I’m feeling anxious about money and can’t afford to go to that place at the moment” or “I feel sad that we don’t see each other as much as we used to.”
Money is an emotional issue; you should be able to talk to friends about it and for them to hear you out. Taking that risk might actually strengthen the friendship.
simone bose, relate counsellor
This is because people are less likely to argue with your feelings; less likely to behave defensively. Be prepared to compromise and don’t expect your friends to be mind readers. If money is an issue (however much of it you have), you owe it to your friends to explain that, rather than resent what you see as their insensitivity. Finally, says Bose, check your feelings about that friend and ask: Where are those feelings coming from? If you feel guilt, shame, pride, anger or judged, then ask yourself where that emotion stems from. Is it something they’ve said or done, or is it something that has been triggered in you?
Money is not worth. Income is not value. People are not and will never be what they have or how much they earn. To only have friends within your own economic or earning circle would make your life narrower and, dare I say it, poorer. But in order to get along with people across the mountain range of income, class, inheritance and wealth we need to talk more openly, honestly and often about money. Good friends will listen. Good friends will understand. And if they don’t? Well, perhaps they aren’t the sort of people you want in your life anyway.
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When you live in a small space, finding clever ways to store your stuff is paramount, and the instinct is often to prioritize functionality over aesthetic (looking at you, plastic, over-the-door shoe rack). But optimizing your space doesn’t have to come at the expense of your personal style. The key is finding those pieces that double as smart storage and decor. Consider a set of sleek nesting tables or a TV cabinet that also serves as a bookshelf and vinyl rack; it's the small details of each individual piece that add up to a home that feels both personal and practical. And when you're able to select items that really embody your individual taste, you're all the more likely to feel truly at home in your space.
To that point, we partnered with American Signature Furniture (the purveyors of Designer Looks — low-cost, high-quality collections) to present five pieces that will help you reimagine your small space’s interior design — with storage and style in mind.
Nesting Tables
If you have room for a coffee table, make double use of the space by purchasing a nesting set — where a smaller table fits underneath a larger one for easy storage (yes — exactly like the Russian tea dolls of your childhood). This sleek marble and glass duo supplies extra surface area when you need it and slides right back to its smaller footprint when you want to conserve space.
An Accent Chair
When a small loveseat is the only real seating option in your living room, someone ends up sitting on the floor every time you play host. Rather than opting for a larger couch that takes over the entire room, go for an accent chair that serves as both an extra seating option and style touchpoint (without taking up too much space). Plus, you can easily move it around as you please. Consider this midcentury-modern-inspired one as the perfect example of how to mix vintage style with contemporary comfort.
A Multipurpose End Table
An end table by your bedside or sofa feels like a no-brainer, but don’t waste that space by getting one without drawers or shelving. A little extra storage can go a long way, and this rustic end table is proof: Try hiding TV remotes, video game controllers, and any other not-so-stylish electronic accessories in both drawers, then stack magazines and books on the shelf down below.
An Accent Cabinet
The best way to do storage is to do it subtly, without making it glaringly obvious that every single item of furniture is hiding various belongings. For aesthetic and storage purposes, try an accent cabinet: They’re built to hold (and, often, display) items, but they can also serve to encapsulate the style of a space. Case in point? This ivory cabinet, with geometric fretwork, molding details, and ornate metal accent door pulls.
A Storage Bed
Will you get a better night’s sleep knowing that your space is at maximum tidiness? Probably. Your bed can help with that: Just find a chic one like this that has storage drawers for excess clothing, out-of-season styles, and the like.
A Sectional Couch
If you have room for a sofa in your small space — and that's a big "if" — a sectional is the way to go. This one from American Signature provides so much seating with its L-shaped design, you might not even need the aforementioned accent chair.
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Before we jump into drinking, let’s get to the bottom of what it actually means for Mercury to be in retrograde. We spoke with cosmic consultants and authors of TheGood Reverend’s Guide to Infused Spirits, Sonia Kurtz and Reverend Michael Alan about what Mercury retrograde is and how it can affect our lives, astrologically speaking.
The reason that Mercury retrograde exists is that “Mercury is the closest planet to the sun and has an 88-day orbit, whereas Earth’s is a 365-day cycle,” explains Kurtz, “This speed discrepancy means that Mercury ‘laps’ the earth four times in the course of one Earth year. When Mercury is in retrograde, it appears to be moving backward when viewed from Earth. It is, however, an illusion.”
Astrologically speaking, this means that aspects of life controlled by Mercury (communication, finance, commerce, and travel), can get turned around. This can mean everything from salary negotiations gone awry to confusing people sliding into your DMs. Alan and Kurtz suggest, that “in general, Mercury retrograde is a great time to slow it down, be patient, and double-check your work.” Ahead, the tinctures, elixirs, and cocktails you definitely need to try during this time of patience and precision.
The Fire Signs: Aries, Leo, and Sagittarius
According to Alan and Kurtz, fire signs “tend to be extra fiery, impatient, and prone to flare-ups during a retrograde.” They recommend drinks with spicy herbs, such as cinnamon, rosemary, and clove as these plants contain a lot of potent energy that can be transferred to you. For fire signs in retrograde, they suggest drinks featuring rosemary tincture, cinnamon liqueur, and clove tincture. Personally, I’d throw a few dashes of rosemary tincture in champagne or mix cinnamon liqueur into a piping hot cup of coffee.
The Earth Signs: Taurus, Virgo, and Capricorn
Earth signs in retrograde “tend to feel vulnerable, distrustful, anxious during a retrograde,” says Alan and Kurtz, “but luckily they have the most options when creating a solution.” Because all herbs grow in the ground, they could technically all be considered Earth sign herbs, but for retrograde, Alan and Kurtz recommend sticking to ground herbs, such as ginger, sage, and other woodsy herbs and roots. To keep you stabilized this retrograde, they suggest cocktails featuring vermouth (martini season!), ginger bitters, and their own creation — The Virgin — which contains St. Germain, Grand Marnier, sage tincture, a splash of champagne, and an edible flower garnish.
The Air Signs: Gemini, Libra, and Aquarius
Alan and Kurtz suggest air signs “back up software, double-check contractual details, and create back up plans in general” this retrograde. For drinks, they recommend herbs that correspond to Jupiter and Mercury as they will help with clearing your mind and spirit. They suggest cocktails containing lavender tincture and peppermint liqueur, both of which would be excellent additions to a cup of green tea or a vodka soda, depending on your mood.
The Water Signs: Cancer, Scorpio, and Pisces
“Water rules the emotional body,” says Alan and Kurtz, so Mercury in retrograde can easily lead to an emotional overload (aka there might be a lot of tears). To get you through, they suggest drinks featuring “divine, nurturing, and feminine ingredients,” such as rose tincture and chamomile liqueur. They also recommend their cocktail — The Simplest Solution — which mixes equal parts liquor of your choice, simple syrup, and a chopped fruit of your choice. Mix with ice, shake well, and enjoy!
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On February 5th, Martin’s birthday, Warren tweeted saying that her heart goes out to Martin’s family on this day. Warren also called out the dangers of gun violence in the U.S., saying, “We need to end gun violence and racism. And we need to build a world where all of our children-especially young Black boys-can grow up safe and free.”
My heart goes out to @SybrinaFulton and Trayvon’s family and friends. He should still be with us today.
We need to end gun violence and racism. And we need to build a world where all of our children—especially young Black boys—can grow up safe and free. https://t.co/9lXXlRnvzL
Earlier the same day, Buttigieg tweeted, “Trayvon Martin would have been 25 today. How many 25th birthdays have been stolen from us by white supremacy, gun violence, prejudice, and fear? #BlackLivesMatter”
Now, Zimmerman is seeking nine figures of damages from both candidates with a lawsuit claiming Warren and Buttigieg “defamed Zimmerman for political gain in misguided and malicious attempts to bolster their standings amongst African-American voters, all at Zimmerman’s expense.” The suit also claims Warren and Buttigieg’s struggles to retain support from black voters led them to “disingenuously” state their support for #BlackLivesMatter, though multiple other public figures also tweeted support of Trayvon Martin’s family for his birthday.
It is unclear how either of those points are related to the candidates’ respective tweets about Trayvon Martin in memory of his birthday, particularly since neither candidate mention George Zimmerman on Twitter.
In 2012, Zimmerman fatally shot 17-year-old Martin while Martin was walking to his father’s house in the neighborhood where Zimmerman volunteered for the neighborhood watch. Martin’s death, and Zimmerman’s acquittal in 2013, sparked the #BlackLivesMatter movement.
Since his acquittal, Zimmerman has spent his time living up to his reputation as an all-around terrible person, attempting to profit from Martin’s murder. In December, Zimmerman filed a lawsuit for damages totaling over $100 million against Sybrina Fulton, Martin’s mother, as well as anyone involved in the legal case against him that resulted in his acquittal. He’s also had his share of run-ins with the law, including two charges of domestic violence, not to mention violating Twitter’s rules by posting an ex’s nude photos.
Warren and Buttigieg’s campaigns have not yet commented on the lawsuit.
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When a new invitation hits your inbox (or mailbox if you’ve been blessed with snail mail), one of the first thoughts to cross your mind may be that you need a dress for said event. With the words, “formal” or “semi-formal” attached, sometimes it can feel daunting to find the perfect one. How many Instagram photos have I shared wearing that dress I bought two years ago?, we think to ourselves, because we love to share a newlook for the 'gram.
As wedding invitations, engagement parties, showers of any kind, and prom announcements start to pour in, we sifted through the noise to find some stylish options that are $100 or less. We gathered from short to long, day to night, and fancy to a tad more casual. That gorgeous long evening gown can work for a wedding but also at that fancy work event you’ll be attending as your significant other’s date. No matter the special occasion, these dresses could work for something special without breaking the bank and guaranteed to garner the likes and praise online and IRL.
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ASOS DESIGN ASOS DESIGN paneled satin maxi dress with cowl back, $, available at ASOSConsider vintage!
AlterEgoVtg Vintage 90s Maroon Formal Dress, $, available at Etsy
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Hutch Vicky Metallic Maxi Dress, $, available at Anthropologie
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LOVEAPPELLA Surplice Maxi Dress, $, available at Nordstrom
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Jonathan Simkhai Speckle Print Asymmetric Ruffle Dress, $, available at Rent The Runway
SLNY Foil Printed Beaded Waist Maxi Dress, $, available at Nordstrom Rack
Jump Cowl Neck Sleeveless Mini Dress, $, available at Nordstrom Rack
ModCloth Meant to Be V-Neck Maxi Dress, $, available at ModCloth
Stelen Stelen Britta A-Line Dress, $, available at Need Supply Co
Lulus Total Beauty Golden Yellow Satin Backless Maxi Dress, $, available at Lulus
Lioness Lioness Cowl Neck Side-Slit Midi Dress, $, available at Urban Outfitters
Unique Vintage Deco Silver & Black Flapper Dress, $, available at Unique Vintage
Express Color Block Cut-Out Maxi Dress, $, available at Express
Miss Ord V Neck Sequined Dress, $, available at Amazon
Boohoo Petite Pearl Detail Blazer Dress, $, available at Boohoo
Intimately Gold Rush Slip, $, available at Free People
Superdown superdown Lilian Strapless Dress, $, available at Revolve
CoEdition Laced Fox Dress, $, available at CoEdition
Because there’s zero FDA regulation on the safety of beauty supplements or the legitimacy of their claims, navigating health-store aisles lined with collagen powders and biotin gummies is tricky. The proof behind their promises — clearer skin, shinier hair, stronger nails — is anecdotal at best, which means that every glowing review from a friend or beauty vlogger should be taken with a heaping dose of skepticism.
But if you’re hellbent on trying one, and you’ve talked to your primary-care physician about the safest way to implement a particular ingredient into your routine via softgel or smoothie, keep reading. We’ve asked the board-certified skin pros our most burning questions to compile a digestible beginner’s guide to beauty supplements — no pun intended.
What’s the difference between a beauty supplement and a multivitamin?
Dermatologist Hadley King, M.D., tells us that marketing plays a big role in the boom of beauty supplements — in fact, she says, most of them are just multivitamins in disguise. “If you look at the list of ingredients in these supplements, they generally include high doses of the usual suspects, like vitamin A, vitamin C, vitamin E, magnesium, zinc, and calcium,” Dr. King explains. “While it’s true that vitamins and minerals are important for skin health, most people get the nutrients they need from the foods they eat. There’s little data to show that either a beauty supplement or a multivitamin — however it’s marketed — will improve the health of the skin in an otherwise healthy person without a vitamin deficiency.”
Should I be taking a beauty supplement?
Maybe, maybe not. There’s just no clearcut answer to the seemingly simple question of whether or not beauty supplements will do a damn thing for you. According to New York City-based dermatologist Marnie Nussbaum, M.D., most oral beauty vitamins have potential benefits for the health of your skin, hair, and nails, but there’s little scientific data to back up the claims.
“Each supplement varies in ingredients, efficacy, and potency, and every diet and digestive tract is different, so we can’t generalize,” Dr. Nussbaum says. “Take collagen supplements: Many claim to increase the skin’s elasticity — which sounds great — but once the collagen is ingested in your stomach, it’s broken down into smaller proteins and amino acids, and it’s unclear how much of these nutrients make it to the skin, hair, or nails. Furthermore, a well-balanced diet rich in protein such as meat, eggs, beans, or dairy likely provides all the collagen you need.”
How long will it take to see results?
If you’ve been tested and found to have a vitamin deficiency, that’s the time to discuss a supplement regimen with your doctor — though, again, there’s no guarantee of if or when you’ll see a difference. “From what researchers know about the internal path of ingestible supplements, the body often funnels the nutrients where they are most needed,” Dr. Nussbaum explains. “That may be the skin, hair, or nails, but it could also be internal functional organs, which may not show direct physical results. Generally speaking, skin-cell turnover differs depending on age, skin health, and topical routine. It could likely take anywhere from a few weeks to several months to see changes in hair, skin, or nail heath depending on those factors.”
Are there side effects?
Because beauty supplements are not regulated by the FDA, it’s important to consult your physician before trying one. “Too much of anything is never a good thing,” Dr. Nussbaum warns. “If you have sufficient vitamin levels already, overdoing it with an additional supplement may cause harm. Plus, certain supplements may interact with your daily medications, making them more or less effective, so always consult your primary physician before taking anything.”
Which beauty supplements do experts recommend?
Neither Dr. Nussbaum or Dr. King will bulk-prescribe supplements to the consumer at large, but Dr. King says there are a few brands she may prescribe to certain patients. “I might recommend over-the-counter brands like Nutrafol, Viviscal, or Ritual, which are popular supplements that have been demonstrated real results in clinical studies,” she explains. Dr. Nussbaum tells us she almost never recommends supplements to her patients. “The real issue with supplements is deciding who needs them,” she says. “Most people don’t.”
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The cycle of viral memes and challenges is endless. While most are funny and harmless, some come along that are actually quite dangerous. The latest viral challenge causing wide spread concern and inspiring stark reactions from parents worldwide is the Skull Breaker Challenge, and the videos are as unsettling as the name would suggest.
The challenge involves two people in on the prank standing on either side of a third person who does not know what is about to happen. All three people stand in a straight line and are told to jump in the air. The person in the middle, who is, again, not aware of the challenge, jumps believing the other two will jump as well, but what they actually do is kick inward to knock the middle person off of their feet and onto their head.
As the Skull Breaker Challenge makes its way around the world, at least two children in the United States have been hospitalized attempting the challenge, according to Yahoo News. Administrators at a school in Colombia condemned the challenge online after one of the videos was filmed at the school. While they did not mention whether serious injuries were sustained as a result of the stunt, the school was clear that the challenge would not be allowed.
Still, the Skull Breaker challenge — and dangerous social media stunts attempted by young kids — predates the TikTok app. The Skull Breaker Challenge is just one in a long line, and it’s unlikely to be the last. Lest we forget all the Tide Pod memes and the associated challenge that went along with it that was everywhere at the start of 2018. Or the Bird Box Challenge in 2019 that had people attempting all kinds of stunts while blindfolding. One person even tried – unsuccessfully – to drive their car that way.
A spokesperson for TikTok gave a statement to set the record straight, saying that this is not a TikTok-inspired trend. “The safety and well-being of our users is a top priority at TikTok,” the spokesperson said. “As we make clear in our Community Guidelines, we do now allow content that encourages, promotes, or glorifies dangerous challenges that might lead to injury, and we remove reported behavior or activity that violates our guidelines.” The company went on to ensure that a slate of safety features geared toward enhancing users’ experiences are there to help prevent these kinds of challenges from spreading, “including tools for reporting inappropriate content and for managing privacy settings.”
Unfortunately, the viral sensation here spread in due part from concerned parents on Facebook, giving the trend a sudden burst of attention. Still, the consequences of this particular “challenge” do come with doctor warnings that state harmful physical damages for kids (or adults) attempting the stunt. “Although it can seem like a harmless prank to children and adolescents, they should be educated on the potential serious consequences of doing the skull breaker challenge,” said Dr. Nathan Richards, a pediatrics physician at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center.
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We asked and you answered: after a month of polling, we've finally digested all 180+ travel ensemble submissions from enthusiastic (and wanderlusty) Refinery29 readers. We dug through your highly specific responses, distilling down repeat outfits and popular style opinions to craft the shoppable outfit guide ahead.
Aside from confirming that the majority of you jet setters lean on leggings as an on-the-go article of choice (42% to be exact), we also received more surprising intel from those who swear by comfy maxi dresses and flowy midi skirts too. When talking travel accessories: sneakers and flats were not-so-shockingly the leading shoe selection, while sweaters and blanket scarves topped the list as must-have airplane essentials. In addition to overlapping wardrobe basics, there were repeat brands that ranked as trusty transit favorites — from the ever-popular likes of Athleta to Everlane, Converse, and Levi's.
Scroll on to check out which looks made the TSA-approved cut — from athleisure casual to comfy luxe and dressy layers — along with quotes from the IRL travelers who actually wore and recommended them.
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"Although I am not much of a leather-wardrobe gal, these faux-style leggings from SPANX made me a convert. They're the ultimate pair of travel pants: comfy enough to sleep in and sharp enough to socialize in. I can go from sneakers and sweatshirts on planes, trains, and automobiles to heeled boots and blouses in office, at happy hours, and back home on the couch without hesitation in these stylish bad boys." – Liz, travels about once a months
SPANX Faux Leather Leggings, $, available at SPANX
“A midi dress or skirt, a cover-up shawl, and slip-on flats. The midi-length helps me stay elegant, while the openness helps me relax in comfort. The shawl is essential for too-cold planes or something to roll up into a pillow for a mid-flight nap. The slip-on flats make security easy, keep my toes covered from the cold, and prevent a sandal blow out.” – Liz, travels once per year
ASOS Daisy Street button front midi skirt in leopard print, $, available at ASOS
“Jeans with a simple cotton shirt and a sweater that cocoons me and serves as my blanket. I once decided to be cute and wear a sweater that was slightly sparkly — got myself a full pat-down.” – Dionne, travels five times per year
Leith Dolman Sleeve Cardigan, $, available at Nordstrom
"Sneakers, compression socks, comfortable denim, sweatshirt, neck pillow, and noise-canceling headphones. Comfort is key and I bring a sweatshirt since sometimes the airlines get cold. Compression socks are a necessity since I travel long hours and they prevent swelling." – Karen, travels eight times a year
Comrad Companion Compression Socks | Stripes 3-Pack, $, available at Comrad
“Stretchy black pants and a blazer. I always get cold on flights, so having a blazer (even in the dead of summer) is a must. Black pants look chic no matter what and can be worn multiple times on a trip. I love this pair from Everlane (go one size up for a more comfortable flight). I tend to wear pointed mules in the summer because they are easy to slide on and off for security. During cooler months, I always wear compression socks on flights (these nude Amazon ones are great). Call me a granny all you want, but I’ll be the one laughing when your swollen feet hurt after your flight.” – Morgan, travels weekly
Everlane The Work Pant (Regular) - Black, $, available at Everlane
"Any wrinkle-free dress. On longer flights, I will change into casual comfy loungewear. I believe wearing gym clothing should be kept for the gym, not the airport." – Barb, travels 2-4 times per month
Ro & De Stella Ruffled Mini Dress, $, available at Anthropologie
"During the cooler months when I travel to Europe I always wear layers on the plane. Last year I bought this super light puffer vest from Amazon and I love it. It covers my butt, acts as a liner under a warmer coat on the ground, and on the plane, I just wear it alone over a top. Keeps me warm yet it's light and breathable — meaning my armpits can breathe and not get swampy. It can also be rolled up and used as a pillow. I have yet to do this, but it could!" – Marissa, travels monthly
Chouyatou Quilted Down Vest Waistcoat, $, available at Amazon
“A maxi dress and comfy flip flops. Maxi dresses are super comfortable, there's usually no metal on them and they go with any season and location. The comfy flip flops for ease at security and to be comfy on the plane without having to take my shoes off.” – Elizabeth, travels 2-3 times per year
Amazon Basics Short-Sleeve Maxi Dress, $, available at Amazon
“Lululemon leggings, compression socks (only put them on in-flight), sneakers, t-shirt, and some sort of sweater/cardigan” – Anna, travels every six weeks
lululemon Align Pant 28'', $, available at lululemon
"I swear by a knit blazer that I have. It's super soft and comfortable but still looks professional. It pairs with sweats, leggings, or a pair of jeans. Anything you put it with looks good and not at all sloppy even though it's essentially a giant cardigan.” – Casey, travels once or twice a month
Madewell Oversized Knit Blazer in Glen Plaid, $, available at Madewell
“A floaty midi to maxi dress...is cozy for a long haul flight, yet still looks elegant at the destination. Favorites include Madeleine Thompson cashmere kaftans, Stine Goya Brooklyn Dress. Include a belt and a scarf in your carry on and both provide multiple options throughout your journey. You can double up on your inflight comfort by choosing a soft slip or cami underneath which will also keep you warm and cozy.” – Stephanye, experienced frequent-flier traveler
“American Giant joggers, cozy soft top usually a bright color and an Eileen Fisher linen kimono jacket also in black- especially for red eye flights - it’s a little classy but super cozy also lately have been living in the new allbirds flats - amazing!” – Laura, travels twice a month
"I'm obsessed with the Athleta Skyline pants for when I travel — lightweight, comfortable, with deep pockets for passports/etc. They also look quite professional when paired with a chic/simple tucked in t-shirt. They're as comfortable as leggings, but they actually qualify as pants (sorry, leggings.)” – Paige, travels every 4-6 weeks
Athleta Tribeca Utility Crop, $, available at Athleta
“High waisted black skinny jeans (with lots of stretch to stay comfy), lightweight cashmere sweater, white t-shirt, and a beanie. This keeps my super comfy, while still looking put together. Layering up helps me navigate warm airports and cold planes with ease. The beanie allows me to tuck my hair up out of my face while avoiding ponytail lines. It is also great for shutting out the world and catching a quick nap!” – Erin, travels around 4-5 times per year
J.Crew Ribbed beanie in supersoft yarn, $, available at J.Crew
"Typically a silk blouse with a light-weight cashmere pullover sweater, black leggings, and slip-on sneakers or loafers." – Jean, travels a couple times per year
"My outfit is a pair of jeans, often Levi’s 501, a cotton t-shirt, a wool or cotton cardigan sweater, a large wool wrap that doubles as a blanket, and slip-on shoes like sneakers or booties, nothing with laces." – Mary, travels several times per year
Levi 501 Original Fit Women's Jeans, $, available at Levi's
“My fav go-to outfit is this cotton black dress. It's like a maxi t-shirt sleeveless that looks great with every pair of shoes. I usually rock a white pair of leather converse and a thick navy blue or black sweater.” – Anayo, travels once a month
“I like to wear a matching leggings and top or jacket set. I feel the most comfortable in leggings (when I travel or otherwise!) and when paired with a matching top and jacket, it looks so much more put together, sleek, and cool. I also always wear a clean pair of black or white sneakers that go with everything. Sneakers are very important when you're running late for a flight!” – Melissa, travels once a month
SheIn Turtleneck Rib-Knit Top & Leggings Set, $, available at SheIn
"Easy shoes to slip-on/off. If they are a shoe that is typically worn without socks like mules or slides, I keep a pair of socks in my bag to put on as I walk shoe-less through security. So many stranger feet have touched those floors!" – Becca, travels 4-6 times per year
Universal Thread Faux Leather Printed Mules, $, available at Target
“I like to dress up when I travel, but I also want to be comfortable. Everlane is the best. I have a couple of go-to dresses that I wear alone in warmer weather, and then dress up with a blazer in the colder months. One is the Luxe Cotton Midi Tank Dress and the other is the Luxe Cotton Side Slit Tee Dress.” – Rebecca, travels 6-7 times per year
Everlane The Luxe Cotton Side-Slit Tee Dress, $, available at Everlane
"Loose linen tie waist pants, cotton 3/4 to 1/2 loose sleeve v-neck top with coordinating sports bra and sneakers or walking sandals." – Jan, travels a few times per year
Amazon Essentials Women's Drawstring Linen Crop Pant, $, available at Amazon
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When it comes to remembering and reliving a vacation, we usually only have photos to go off of, and while it's always fun to look back at pictures of the people, places, and things we saw during our travels, a photo can't always capture exactly what we were experiencing when it was taken. Enter the travel journal: a wonderful way to actually record exactly how you're feeling throughout every single trip you take.
Every type of traveler can find a journal that's well-suited for them to record and reflect on their experiences exploring the world. From extreme planners to spontaneous trip-takers, nature-lovers, museum-goers, road-trippers, jet-setters, and more ahead — scroll forward to turn the page on your next adventure.
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My thought process when I notice it looks rainy outside and I have a run scheduled typically looks something like this: Yuck. I should skip it. No, no, then I'll feel horrible. Maybe I'll hit up the treadmill. Ugh, that's worse than not running at all. Okay, I'm doing this. I'm running outside. I'm out here... Hey, this is actually kind of fun. Inevitably, I end up imagining myself as Allie running up to Noah on that dock in The Notebook, only I'm Allie and and my crush is Noah.
But recently,I learned a hard lesson about rainy runs during a jaunt through the park on a particularly blustery day. If it's pouring and you don't have the right shoes, it's not going to be a good time, no matter how many movie scenes you try to play out in your mind. Who can concentrate on their fantasies if their feet are wet!
That's when having weatherproof running shoes comes in handy. These options will help you trek through winter sludge, summer rains, and every inclement weather pattern in between.
Brooks Ghost 12 GTX
Brave the elements in this waterproof, neutral-support road running shoe. Reviewers love it for its cushioned footbed and grip.
This futuristic-looking sneaker has sealed seams to keep water from seeping in. There's also a secure ankle strap, and a sticky outsole for traction.
Nike Nike Zoom Pegasus Turbo Shield, $, available at Nike
Cloudventure Shield Waterproof Running Shoes by ON
One tester tried out these Swiss trail shoes in the unpredictable weather of Iceland. "Very weatherproof without sweating your feet to death," they wrote. "Worth the money."
On ON Women's Cloudventure Shield Waterproof Running Shoes, $, available at
Under Armour Charged Bandit Trail GORE-TEX®
This chic shoe is cute and functional, sometimes a rarity in the world of waterproof running sneakers. And if you see GORE-TEX in the name, you know they mean business.
Under Armour UA Charged Bandit Trail GORE-TEX®, $, available at Under Armour
Altra Lone Peak 4 RSM
Overheating is a real problem with sealed-tight fitness sneakers, but this trail option has waterproof upper vents above the toes to get around that issue.
Altra WOMEN'S LONE PEAK 4 LOW RSM, $, available at Altra
Salomon Speedcross 5 GTX Trail-Running Shoes
Not only is this sneaker weatherproof, it's also super-comfy and has a clever, quick-lace system for people who hate tying their shoes.
Salomon Salomon Speedcross 5 GTX Trail-Running Shoes - Women's, $, available at REI
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There are two kinds of packers in the world: Those who expertly fold and fit their clothing into their luggage weeks before a trip (kudos to you), and those who rush to sporadically plan outfits and pack a toothbrush a few hours before check-in. Even though we fall into the latter group, there's one area where we don't slack, and that's packing beauty products.
Our toiletry stash is usually the first thing to get organized. We've got bins of travel-sized face masks and body lotions stowed away for the next vacation, and makeup minis are always set aside — just in case. The only thing more enjoyable then fitting together the perfect toiletry puzzle is picking out the bag to house everything.
There are clear bags that are easy for skidding past TSA, kitschy pouches that say exactly what we're thinking, and luggage-like cases that make our products feel first-class. Ahead, we rounded up some of our favorite travel cases you actually won't mind pulling out at airport security.
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This vibrant, neoprene pouch is cute enough to double as a casual vacation clutch, but big enough to fit all your in-flight necessities and beauty travel basics.
Dagne Dover Hunter Toiletry Bag, $, available at Dagne Dover
You can't go wrong with a transparent makeup kit while traveling. This two-tiered bag has see-through sides, so your travel liquids are super visible while going through TSA. It's also easy to clean if something spills.
Béis On the Go Essentials Case in Beige, $, available at Revolve
There are a few reasons why this vanity case can hardly stay in stock. It's durable, spacious, and Instagrammable. It comes with a swing strap so you can carry it on your side. Or, you can use the elastic strap to keep your beauty products strapped to your luggage handle. It's spacious enough for your bath and body goods, along with all your makeup.
Calpak Vanity Case - Milk Marble, $, available at Nordstrom
This miniature version of the iconic '90s beauty travel case is perfectly sized to hold all the essentials — plus, you can pack with confidence knowing that they'll get to your destination in one piece thanks to the hard exterior shell.
If we could, we would carry this zip-up case around like a mini purse. Inside, you can fit foundations standing up (so you don't have to worry about spills), and there are straps to slide in your makeup brushes.
Hudson + Bleecker Grotta Jetsetter Train Case, $, available at Revolve
Keep the 2 a.m. house parties. Travel parties are more of our thing, and this makeup bag gets it. While it's smaller than some of the other cases on this list, it's the perfect size for fitting your daily basics. Brushes, eyeshadow, face wash, foundation — toss it all in and go.
ban.do Getaway Toiletries Bag, $, available at Bando
When you're feeling extra fancy, put your belongings in this Pop and Suki case. It's small enough to fit in a weekender bag ahead of a Memorial Day getaway, and it won't weigh down your carry on. Pull this out while you travel and prepare for a few, "OMG, where'd you get that?" questions.
Pop and Suki Makeup Case, $, available at Pop and Suki
Not only can you purchase all your travel essentials at Target, but you can also pick up a new case for them, too. We love this patterned kit from Sonia Kashuk, which has multiple compartments for storage. Fit your makeup and skin-care in the large area. Then, use the versatile middle flaps for flat essentials like face masks and wipes or even jewelry.
Sonia Kashuk Sonia Kashuk™ Travel Tote Woodblock Cream, $, available at Target
This kit comes with a removable pencil case so that you can keep delicates — like liners, breakable shadows, and sharpeners — in it. You can stuff the rest of your routine in this sturdy kit that doesn't take up too much space in a carry-on.
TARTAN + TWINE Striped Deluxe Train Case, $, available at Ulta Beauty
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Now that we’ve had some time to bask in the collections shown during NYFW, we can get a head start on our favorite trends from the week. It was clear that oversized belts, knee-high go-go boots, and unique takes on Western dressing were going to leave us with the strongest withdrawals (thanks, Michael Kors!). We fell hard for head-to-toe colors, like sky blue sets, chartreuse suits, and most unexpectedly, full-on chocolate-brown outfits from Bevza, PriscaVERA, and Tom Ford.
The most significant trend of the entire week, though, was entirely invisible. Brands stressed the importance of sustainability, both with big commitments and small gestures, which included slowing down the trend cycle. That meant many of last season's biggest trends continued to be popular, as designers incorporated them into their fall '20 collections in ways that felt fresh and original. For example, the leather looks first introduced at last season’s Tibi show were given a second life for colder weather at Coach, Rag & Bone, and Gabriela Hearst. Corsets and other wearable lingerie also made a second appearance during the fall ‘20 season at Eckhaus Latta, Brock Collection, and Sandy Liang.
In other words, rather than feeling pressured to retire what you bought last September, we’re proud to report that your past purchases won’t be going stale anytime soon.
Because of this welcome change to the fashion landscape, many of the most talked-about trends of the week are already available to shop both new and secondhand, making it more convenient than ever before to take NYFW off your mood board and into your wardrobe. Click through our guide of the fall ‘20 runway pieces that are available to shop right now.
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Starting with Loewe’s 2018 collection, the big belt made an equally big return, kicking off a slew of versions from Dior to Rachel Comey to Zara. This season, big belts hit peak popularity, with Ulla Johnson and Longchamp both going the extra mile.
Rachel Comey Slick Belt, $, available at ShopbopHot-Cocoa Brown
When the weather drops, nothing soothes a bummer mood quite like a steaming cup of hot cocoa. Designers this season seem to be prescribing a similar remedy. Throughout the fall ‘20 NYFW season, we watched brand after brand send their own unique take on the chocolate-brown trend, with PriscaVERA, Tom Ford, and Bevza offering up their own servings.
PriscaVERA Photo Courtesy of PriscaVERA.
Acne Studios Cropped V-Neck Sweater, $, available at Acne Studios
ASOS CURVE Curve Egerton Rigid Cropped Kick Flare Jeans, $, available at ASOS
Pixie Market Rust Brown Shirred Dress, $, available at Pixie MarketThe Leather Look
Despite the heat last September, everyone seemed to be wearing leather Bermuda shorts, Western-style leather button-downs, and even the occasional leather pant. This season, the leather-look trend feels more mature and put-together, with leather mini skirts paired with trench coats in mismatching hues of burgundy and black at Khaite and smart selection of nude and maroon skirt sets at ADEAM.
KhaitePhotography by Dan & Corina Lecca.
Materiel Tbilisi Faux Leather Mock Neck Top, $, available at The Frankie Shop
Farrow Blair Vegan Leather Jacket, $, available at Need Supply
Eloquii Faux Leather Trumpet Skirt, $, available at EloquiiFringe Alert
Along with cowboy boots and bandana print, fringe is just another in a long list of Western trends that have arrived on the scene over the last few seasons. For fall ‘20, Michael Kors, Rodarte, Marina Moscone, and more were quick to attach their wagon to the caravan, through scarf dresses and skirts at Michael Kors Collection and gothic capes at Rodarte.
Michael Kors Collection Photo Courtesy of Michael Kors Collection.
Ganni Fringed Denim Shirt, $, available at Net-A-Porter
Urban Outfitters Mira Fringe Faux Leather Jacket, $, available at Urban OutfittersGo-Go Boots
Accompanied with other ‘60s trends, the high boot with a chunky heel was present in a number of different forms this season, from Western-skewed styles at Tory Burch to classically mod ones by Dion Lee that could have easily felt at home on Twiggy's legs.
& Other Stories Square Toe Knee High Leather Boots, $, available at & Other Stories
Jacquemus Pantalon Boots, $, available at FarfetchFair Isle Shines
Last winter, Fair Isle knitwear were on dozens of runways all over the globe, from Celine in Paris to R13 in New York. This season, designers are taking the Scottish sweater a step further, with XXL turtleneck versions at Monse and cropped hoodie styles via Rag & Bone.
MonsePhoto Courtesy of Firstview.
Ganni Hand Knit Wool Sweater, $, available at Shopbop
Eloquii Fair Isle Crewneck Crop Sweater, $, available at Nordstrom
Miu Miu Cropped Fair Isle Wool Sweater, $, available at Net-A-Porter
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