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Trying to find the true meaning of the phrase smart casual can quickly turn into a nightmare. The Oxford Dictionary defines it as “neat, conventional, yet relatively informal in style, especially as worn to conform to a particular dress code”. But these days it’s quite common for smart casual to be the dress code. So

Peter WhiteGetty Images Everyone remembers their first encounter with a Coach bag—it was, most likely, borrowed from their mom. (Mine was a lime green tote that she let me wear to the 8th grade dance.) If you’ve ever been lucky enough to find a vintage top-handle at a thrift store, you know they’re almost always

As an early-aughts kid, some (read: many) of the choices I made were questionable. They usually had to do with boys, crazy raver outfits or body modification—and occasionally a dangerous combo of all three. Hindsight is 20/20 and I’ve learned from my mistakes, but regret can linger—especially when body modification is involved. At 14, I

If romance is your favorite movie genre, you’re in for a good year. Sequels to your Netflix faves The Kissing Booth and The Princess Switch are on the way, as are a slew of new films featuring A-listers like Issa Rae, Saoirse Ronan, and Jennifer Lopez. All that’s left to do is call up your

Like it or not, massive trainers are here and they aren’t going anywhere fast. Not that they could even if they wanted to, mind you. To the casual observer, it may have come as a bit of a shock when the fashion elite suddenly appeared to be taking their style cues from Sporty Spice in

Merci Saint Laurent, because Paris Fashion Week is off to a sexy start with ’80s latex. Meanwhile, Maria Grazia Chiuri presented another empowered Dior woman and Coperni staged their first runway show to industry acclaim. Click through for more of our favorite designer looks direct from the fashion capital of the world, here.

They say imitation is the sincerest form of flattery, but when it comes to fashion design, many think otherwise. Conna Walker, the 27-year-old founder and CEO of London-based fashion brand House of CB, seems to be in the latter camp, as she is accusing Canadian retailer Aritzia of ripping off her designs for its newly launched

Today, Justin Bieber turns 26 years old. Yes, this is the same Canadian teen with floppy hair that we all met in 2009. That kid is now a full-grown, married man who is nearing 30 years old (in four years, but still!). To celebrate his big day this weekend, Bieber went to Los Angeles hotspot

A man’s hair has always been an important identifier of success; historically, it would denote class, wealth and masculinity. Now? Well, not much has changed. And despite some tweaks to length and texture, nor have the styles. What looked good on Roman emperors still has the potential to flatter a modern mug. So take a

After a few whirlwind weeks, the fashion crowd has finally landed in Paris. The streets are celebrating the finale of fashion month in an array of colors, patterns, and textured fabrics. Tyler Joe is on the scene snapping all of your favorite stars (movie, runway, and Insta-famous!) dressed in their finest. Swipe to experience all

In the beauty version of word association, “witch hazel” is synonymous with a refreshing post-cleanse ritual that typically involves a swipe of a cult status toner on a plush cotton pad. But, beyond its apothecary vibes and long-standing status among natural beauty aficionados, what even is witch hazel? And what are its skincare benefits? Here’s everything

Dia DipasupilGetty Images Life, in the end, is all about growth, and finding the beauty in that process. At least, that’s the world Katja Blichfeld and Ben Sinclair have crafted in their much-lauded series, High Maintenance. In the years since its start on Vimeo, the show—now on HBO in its fourth season—has continued telling interesting,

The holy grail for guys who like to get the most out of their tailoring, separates – combining non-matching jackets and trousers – will not only breathe new life into an existing suit rotation, they also let you create a wealth of smart casual or formal looks. Yet while anyone can throw together two different

Most people say it’s your footwear that is the first thing people fix their eyes on – but we’d argue, given it’s location on the body, it’s your hair. And, unlike a subpar pair of brogues or some battered white leather sneakers, you can’t easily slip out of a questionable hairstyle. With that in mind,

Minimalist Mover A smart shopper knows the best investments aren’t the fussy kicks adorned with every embellishment, but the clean silhouettes with just a hint of flair that’ll stick around forever. For a designer option, Alexander McQueen’s exaggerated soles are an elevated take on the platform sneaker. If coughing up $500 for a pair of

(Photo: Getty Images; Illustration: Elham Numan) Although many struggled with Kobe Bryant’s complicated legacy after his sudden death, February 24 was a day dedicated to celebrating his life, and that of his 13-year-old daughter Gianna who perished with her father in a tragic helicopter crash nearly a month ago. But while a stadium full of

Eric Reads The News is a daily humor column which skewers politics, pop culture, celebrity, shade, and schadenfreude. . Seven of the remaining Democratic candidates for president descend upon Charleston, South Carolina tonight to once again hash out their plans for America, to point out their ideological differences, and, most importantly, to fight each other

Cold feet are a fact of winter, as reliable as dark mornings and drunken Decembers. The shoes you wear the rest of the year round – perforated trainers that let the chill in and low-rise shoes that let the rain in – don’t cut it in the worst of the weather. You need some winter

New York Fashion Week is making a bold statement in the accessories department. From earrings to necklaces to belts, models graced the runways at Monse dripping in layered chains, Ulla Johnson’s muses are hiding behind tinted sunglasses, and Self-Portrait is making the case for equestrian hats. This season, more and bigger is better. Scroll through

Meghan Markle and Prince Harry have been going through a major transition period since they announced in January that they will be stepping back from their roles as senior members of the royal family and becoming financially independent. The couple has been living a low-key life in Canada, where they have been enjoying hiking, hanging

It’s cozy season at fall-winter 2020, so your feet should feel warm and look hot. New York Fashion Week is stepping up their shoe game, so get ready to follow their lead. At Jason Wu, bright heels were contrasted against black stockings proving that you don’t need to save your beloved neon sandals for the

Cardigans don’t have to be stuffy. (Photo: Zara) The humble cardigan is having its moment in the spotlight—remember Katie Holmes’ viral cashmere moment? Far from stuffy, the timeless knit is a flattering and practical wardrobe staple that’s perfect for layering. Opt for a style that’s cinched at the waist for a polished look, or go cool

Weather, written from the perspective of a librarian living in Brooklyn with her husband and son (and, occasionally, her struggling brother), is a quick sprint of a novel. Author Jenny Offill’s agent has said of her previous book, Dept. of Speculation, a New York Times Notable Book, “If your average book is a body, this

Statement jackets and the latest sneakers are always going to be top of men’s lust lists, but don’t let high-wattage clobber blind you to the essentials. The right pair of trousers can be the most quietly powerful item you wear, but get it wrong and you’ll instantly dull the shine of the trending pieces you

Milan Fashion Week is here and the Italian design houses are doing what they do best: extravagance. Gucci presented a Lazy Susan runway show that presented backstage chaos as centerstage fodder, while Alberta Ferretti closed their show with Bella Hadid strutting in tiered gown. We rounded up our favorite looks from the fall-winter 2020 season,

(Photos: Getty Images) Rihanna changed the makeup world as we know it by releasing her now-iconic beauty brand, Fenty Beauty, in September 2017. Complete with 40 shades of foundation—and an impressive selection of highlighters and multisticks—the brand instantly disrupted the industry and challenged its compliance when it came to lacklustre shade ranges. With Fenty Beauty,

In a new interview with the New York Times, Ben Affleck reflected candidly on his divorce from Jennifer Garner, to whom he was married for over 10 years and shares three children (Violet, Seraphina, and Samuel). His drinking led to the deterioration of his marriage, he said. Affleck has entered rehab multiple times to get

Things got a little weird across the pond with designers experimenting with everything we want to wear next fall. ’80s prom dresses were styled with Richard Quinn’s signature S&M touch, Victoria Beckham recreated the perfect office wardrobe, and Molly Goddard suggested we pair tulle with fair isle. Click through for the rest of our favorite

(Photo: Netflix / Bettina Strauss) “Hyperventilating” is one word you could use to describe our reaction when To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before: P.S. I Still Love You came out. And just when we thought it couldn’t get any better than Lana Condor hanging with a bunch of the cutest guys ever (seriously Noah Centineo,