November 19, 2018 at 07:13AM We love a good deal as much as anyone. You know what else we care about? Finding treasures that’ll last forever—not just for a season. In an effort to unearth these fashion gems, we’ve started a new series, Keeping it 100, which is focused on rounding up affordable luxury items like cashmere sweaters, that cost, you guessed it, $100 or less. This week, we’re out to prove that you can go for the gold (when it comes to jewelry) without going broke. Cheap solid gold jewelry is fine AF and will last a lifetime if you take care of it. And here’s the thing: There are lots of lovely pieces on the market right now that you’ll never want to take off—even to work out. Stack rings and statement studs abound—some are even inlaid with diamonds and precious stones or crystals. Plus, if you’re willing to forgo fall’s big chain trend in favor of more delicate options, you can even find bracelets, too. Whether you’re looking for yourself or someone special, scroll down to see 10 pieces of solid gold jewelry for under $100 we’ve been eyeing lately. A solid selection Buy Now Catbird Jewelry Rose Gold Little Secret Stud $26 Buy Now ByChari Mini Opal Earring Pair $100 Buy Now Catbird Jewelry Petite Angel Hair Diamond Stud $98 Buy Now ByChari Individual Small Letter Initial Earring $50 Buy Now Catbird Threadbare Ring $44 Buy Now ByChari Star Cut Mini Huggie $80 Buy Now Nancy Kraskin
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One foot doc says popping your blisters isn’t so bad after all
November 19, 2018 at 06:42AM Let me recount the ways I’ve gotten blisters recently: Hiking a 14-er in Colorado, wearing heels to drink champagne at the Veuve Cliquot Polo Classic, breaking in a new pair of boots for wintertime. It’s really a choose your own adventure when it comes to fluid-filled pockets that spring up on feet. And so without fail, I frequently find myself wondering A) how to get rid of blisters fast (no, like really, really fast) and B) whether or not it’s okay to pop them. While I’ve always shied away from popping them in the past, opting for a cocooning method of blister repair—putting an entire container of Neosporin on them and using bandages with blatant disregard for how much bandages cost—I found out that might not be the best nor the fastest way to get rid of a blister. To save others from facing a blister-filled fate similar to my own, I spoke with Miguel Cunha, DPM, podiatrist at Gotham Footcare in New York to break down how to get rid of blisters fast (like, really, really fast). Photo: Getty/Anze Buh / EyeEm First up, some very important information about blisters While there are other ways that blisters come about, friction with the shoe is among the most common culprits. When you break in a new pair of boots or go on a grueling run, the constant rubbing of the foot with the shoe can cause the top layer of skin to detach from the other layers, Dr. Cunha explains.
ThirdLove took out a full-page ad in the NYT to clap back at Victoria’s Secret
November 19, 2018 at 06:29AM This year, any shred of excitement you may have been harboring about the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show was almost certainly squashed by the company’s CMO Ed Razek. He made jaws drop with some truly shocking and demeaning comments in an incredibly regressive Vogue interview in which he made clear that transgender and plus-size women shouldn’t be part of the “fantasy” strutting that iconic runway. And Heidi Zak—co-founder and co-CEO of ThirdLove, a bra and underwear company made for every body—wasn’t having any of it. During his interview, Razek tried to take a stab at the inclusive brand, saying “We’re nobody’s third love—we’re their first love. And Victoria’s Secret has been women’s first love from the beginning.” Well, Zak had some words to share about this—as evidenced by a full-page ad in the form of an open letter to Victoria’s Secret in Sunday’s New York Times. “Our reality is that women wear bras in real life as they go to work, breastfeed their children, play sports, care for ailing parents, and serve their country.” —Heidi Zak, co-founder and co-CEO of ThirdLove “I’ve read and re-read the interview at least 20 times, and each time I read it I’m even angrier. How in 2018 can the CMO of any public company—let alone one that claims to be for women—make such shocking, derogatory statements? You market to men and sell a male fantasy to women. But at ThirdLove, we think beyond, as you said, a ’42-minute entertainment special,’” Zak writes. “Your show may be a ‘fantasy’ but
A baking soda hack that’ll bring even your dingiest sneakers back to life
November 19, 2018 at 02:05AM White sneakers are like the Goldilocks of footwear. They look best when you’ve worn them in just right—not too new, not too old. One easy way to keep your kicks from crossing over from distressed to dingy is by using a DIY baking soda treatment. All you need is a little of the most versatile and hardworking item in your pantry, baking soda, some laundry detergent—and a little bit of elbow grease. Below is an easy recipe retrieved from the deep end of Twitter that’s been retweeted almost 100,000 times. How to clean white sneakers without bleach Ingredients 1. baking soda 2. laundry detergent 3. toothbrush Instructions 1. Rinse the shoes with water. 2. Scrub down the shoes or sandals with the toothbrush using the baking soda and detergent mixture. 3. Leave shoes to sit overnight. 4. Rinse again with water 5. Put in the washing machine on delicate with cold water and let air dry. This story was originally published on September 11, 2018; it was updated on November 19, 2018. Continue Reading… Author Tamim Alnuweiri | Well and Good Selected by iversue
6 places to find size 16+ clothing you probably don’t know about but should
November 18, 2018 at 01:30PM Despite the average woman in the U.S. wearing a size 16 or 18, clothing above a size 12 has been hard to come by until recently. But as the size inclusivity movement gains momentum, extended size ranges (as in all the way to sizes 24 and 26) are now easier to find from not only big chains like Target, but also boutique and designer brands. Among those looking to offer not just more sizes to more women bus also more styles are designers like Mara Hoffman and Jason Wu, who just designed his first plus-size line for Eloquii. Then there are brands like Reformation, with its extended range of denim, and Madewell, which now carries an assortment of knits, tops, and dresses. Let’s just say, you’ve got options. “By having a greater range of sizes, we’re able to give more women the option to wear clothing that makes them feel good,” says Hoffman. Still, she calls her extended collection “a constant work in progress.” Keep reading to see why it’s so worth it for the designers and brands above. Plus, check out more companies that are re-defining the look of plus-size dressing. Photo: Eloquii Jason Wu x Eloquii Elevating the design possibilities for plus-size clothing is one reason Jason Wu (beloved designer of Michelle Obama) was excited to work with Eloquii. “Both Eloquii and I share the philosophy of creating beautifully crafted, innovative apparel for the strong, fiercely fashionable woman,” says Wu, who created his first
4 things you should (and shouldn’t) do on an airplane to stay healthy, according to flight attendants
November 18, 2018 at 11:30AM Healthy travel isn’t just about the destination. It’s about the journey, too. After all, no one wants to start a week-long wellness retreat in Bali feeling less than om-azing. But between the germs and arid cabin conditions, it can be a real struggle. There are, however, a few practices you can adopt on an airplane that can help tip the odds of staying healthy on your trip further in your favor, according to flight attendants. Spoiler alert: you should be very careful in the bathroom. Scroll down for 4 flight attendant-approved ways to be healthier on an airplane. Photo: Stocksy/Miquel Llonch 1. Do bring your own food To up your odds of a healthy travel experience, your best bet is to pack plenty of good-for-you snacks, says flight attendant Kelly B. That’s especially true, she says, “if you have a dietary need.” Just make sure your ginger shot is under three ounces and you should have no problems at security. 2. Don’t use the bathrooms (unless it’s an emergency) World champion skier Lindsey Vonn isn’t the only one who suggests not skipping to the loo on an airplane. While “the bathrooms are cleaned between every flight,” says Kelly B., she recommends you time your bathroom breaks for before or after your flight. In it for the long haul? Pack some natural cleansing wipes to disinfect its surfaces yourself, first. 3. Do keep your shoes on The only place you should really be removing your footwear is security, according to flight attendant Nguvu Tsare—especially if you’re not wearing
One of Meghan Markle’s fave brands is now making workout clothes
November 17, 2018 at 04:00AM Since becoming the Duchess of Sussex, Meghan Markle has stuck mainly to solid-colored clothing in neutral tones. But now that one of her favorite fashion lines, Veronica Beard, is making eye-catching athleticwear, I wonder if she’ll trade her all-white workout style for something less subtle? Known for its effortlessly chill aesthetic, the American brand, which Markle’s worn for years reports People, has collaborated with Bandier on a collection of workout clothing and streetwear that’s sold exclusively by the upscale active fashion boutique. Right on trend, the collection is full of leopard-print separates like joggers and high-waisted leggings, as well as camo tracksuits, and a version of Veronica Beard’s signature Dickey Jacket. How do I describe the Dickey Jacket (pictured above), which the brand calls “the first piece of our uniform?” Technically, it’s two pieces: a hooded dickey (as in a faux zip-front sweatshirt) that buttons into a tailored Scuba Jacket. Together, they give the appearance of wearing a hoodie under a blazer without the added bulk of shoving your sweatshirt sleeves through slim-fit armholes. (Never a fun exercise.) In all, the eight-piece collection ranges in price from $88–$600 and up to a size 12 or XL. Several sizes of the line have already sold out, but you can sign up for Bandier’s waitlist if you want to be notified with items are available again. The collection is being sold at Bandier’s brand-new flagship store in New York City, as well as online. Continue Reading… Author
Should you be exfoliating your feet? Apparently, yes
November 17, 2018 at 02:00AM In terms of my self-care regimen, one part of my body is definitely left out. Sure, I nourish my face, hair, and limbs with some beauty essentials, but the last thing—geographically and emotionally—I want to deal with are my feet. That’s especially true this time of year, when I simply shove my feet inside of a boot and forget that they ever existed anyways. Apparently, I’m doing them a misdeed, though—because I’ve stumbled upon a skin-care subreddit that’s all about the perks of exfoliating your feet. Exfoliation supposedly combats that gross roughness that you get all too easily. One Redditor concocted their own AHA peel of sorts, applying half a dropper of lactic acid on each foot, then waiting 30 minutes for it to dry. Once it had soaked in completely, they followed it with a rich cream and then socks, and awoke to smoother feet. When I read this, I thought it was super weird to do a facial skin-care step on your nasty feet, but even dermatologists agree that this is a good idea (is this some big secret everyone’s been hiding?!). “It is extremely important to make sure that the skin on your feet is exfoliated because they can get dry and cracked.” —Mona Gohara, MD “It is extremely important to make sure that the skin on your feet is exfoliated because they can get dry and cracked,” says Mona Gohara, MD, a Danbury, Connecticut board-certified dermatologist. “Using AHA and urea are my
Faux fur is a very real trend right now—and we have a more conscious consumer to thank for it
November 16, 2018 at 09:18AM Maybe it’s because more fashion brands are jumping on the cruelty-free bandwagon, entire cities are going fur free (looking at you Los Angeles), or the fact that it’s so dang plush and cozy, but faux fur coats are one of the most popular winter jacket styles this year. Even before the weather outside was frightful enough to make you want to turn into a teddy bear, eBay saw a 105-percent spike in interest for faux fur. It sold over 50,000 fuzzy vests, coats, backpacks, and other fashion items that closely resemble stuffed animals from September to July alone, as revealed in its 2018 shopping report. It’s not just eBay, either. Designers Amélie Brick and Lauren Nouchi, co-founders of the French fashion brand Apparis, specialize in faux fur coats and say they’ve seen an uptick in interest, too. They believe a major reason why faux fur is finding so much favor right now is because it doesn’t look as fake as it used to. “The vegan products of the past have tainted a generation of consumers into thinking that vegan leather or faux fur isn’t as soft or as warm as the real thing, but technology has come a long way,” says Brick. She and Nouchi add that it’s not just vegans who are interested in faux fur anymore, but also younger and more conscientious consumers. “We strongly believe that the new generation thinks and buys differently,” says Nouchi. “They are becoming more and more aware of
“I thought my high-functioning anxiety made me better at my job. I was so, so wrong”
November 16, 2018 at 08:00AM Here’s the thing I hate to admit because it makes me sound dramatic: Most days, I wake up with my heart racing. I might want to go back to sleep, but my brain’s already humming: It’s 8 a.m. and you’re only just waking up? Some people, better-than-you people, have been up for hours. They’ve worked out, cleaned their house, read the news, and finished half their work. You went to bed at 3 a.m., and now here we are. So every morning, I wake up knowing there’s only one course of action: Do. Something. Anything. But do it soon. And fast. This way of operating is a response to the anxiety I’ve struggled with for years—maybe since I was 8 or 10. My brain has found a way to motivate me, even when I’m at my lowest, by using guilt, shame, and comparison to other people. Some days it feels more automatic than breathing. And after years of exhaustively running through life and succeeding, my anxiety made me think it was my friend. I’m trying to dismantle that. What it’s like “white-knuckling” through life Basically, my entire adult life has been run by my high-functioning anxiety. It’s not an official diagnosis—more of how my body responds to the crippling doubt and paralysis that comes with anxiety. It’s an adrenaline-fueled, fight-or-flight response your body uses to look and feel productive (You get so much done! You’re a master of lists and multi-tasking! You’re a problem-solving queen!),