December 29, 2018 at 02:54AM Right now you’ve reached that winter point where all the holiday gifts have been opened and the new year is mere days away. In all likelihood, you’re freezing and the idea of sunny days and balmy nights seems like a far cry from reality at the moment but there is a way in which you can (almost) manifest yourself poolside with a piña colada: the post-holiday sales. Sure, it’s tempting to scoop up the winter items you sadly weren’t gifted, but the more strategic move is to shop for the types of warm-weather essentials you reach for on a tropical holiday and in the summer months like swimsuits, sandals, and shoulder-baring dresses at steep discounts. Michelle LeBlanc, founder and owner of the online boutique MILLE says, “It can be super tempting to dive headfirst into the new resort arrivals” this time of year, but “if you take a look at the sale sections online you can typically find a few good pieces at steep discounts leftover from summer.” “If you take a look at the sale sections online you can typically find a few good pieces at steep discounts leftover from summer.” —Michelle LeBlanc, founder and owner of the online boutique MILLE The shop owner recommends stocking up on swimsuits (duh), skirts, flat sandals, statement sunglasses, hats, and bright accessories (especially earrings) to wear with basics as well as sun-worthy dresses in certain fabrics. “Indulging in one splashy silk dress can be a good investment—you do need
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I’ve worn the same $12 tacky Christmas sweater to bed every night for the last year
December 25, 2018 at 05:00AM December 25, 2015, was the first Christmas my mom and her boyfriend were dating, so naturally, two-families worth of uncomfortable adults spent the day making small chat about what vehemently felt like our sole common denominator: the splendid job my mom did on the ham (pineapple-glazed, if you must know). Eager to cut the awkwardness by at least 50 percent, in 2016 it was decided that we’d spend the holiday painting the unfinished basement floor—which led to a poorly painted floor and eight adults with back pain. Determined (read: stubborn), in 2017, the couple doubled-down and planned an outing to the bowling alley. But my mom never does anything halfway, so she surprised our Brady Bunch with matching tacky Christmas sweaters. She walked in the alley with eight matching holiday sweaters draped over her arm. Like she’d been gifted the collection by Mrs. Claus herself. So as the alley speakers belted Michael Bublé’s holiday album, we adults, between the ages of 24 and 60, ponied (err, reindeer-ed?) up in our sweaters. Ahh, blended families partaking in #festivities. To be clear, these aren’t put-the-cash-in cashmere tunics or chunky cable knits. These are hooded, 100-percent polyester, practically neon red pullovers. And the design on these holi-yay articles of clothing? A sheep literally wrapped in Christmas lights with the trying-too-hard-to-be-punny phrase, “Fleece Navidad.” (Fashion is in the details, all.) Photo: Well+Good Alas, we bowled. We took a family photo donning our matching sweats and posted evidence of our togetherness on the internet,
Pinterest’s top fashion trends for 2019 show that wellness is on the rise
December 11, 2018 at 09:12AM In 2018, leggings stopped being doubted as pants, sneakers proved they can be rocked with gym clothes and girly dresses, and once-dusty fanny packs basically became a wardrobe staple… again. So it’s no wonder why some of Pinterest’s top fashion searches feature plenty of activewear and streetwear, proving just how hot wellness is right now—and how its popularity is only going to increase in the new year. In the just-released Pinterest 100—the platform’s fifth annual round-up of what its hundreds of millions of users are searching for—many potential top new fashion trends emerged for 2019. Sure, bamboo bags, tortoise earrings, and oval sunglasses made an appearance. But there was also plenty of room for athleisure, starting with something Kim Kardashian single-handedly brought back from the ’90s: Spandex bike shorts. According to Pinterest, the searches for “biker shorts” increased by 1,323 percent with pins that proved people love rocking them in workouts just as often as they do out and about as a statement piece. (Obvi paired with some high socks and sneakers.) Speaking of sneakers, it’s time to venture beyond the classic plain white style: The searches for “statement sneakers” have increased by 2,211 percent with users looking for more eye-catching and colorful options. From pastel to sparkles, the options are endless. It’s not just specific pieces people are interested in, though—it’s also how they’re made. Over the past year, some of the biggest designers have put in the effort to become more sustainable and socially responsible—so much so that
Lily-Rose Depp just used a clip-on earring as a hair accessory and I’m mad I never thought of it before
December 10, 2018 at 11:40AM Is it just me, or is it really easy to fall into a rut with your hairstyle? Sure, the low pony is universally flattering and such a timesaver for those days when you accidentally spend, like, 20 minutes on just your eyebrows. But if you want a little upgrade to your signature lewk for the holidays without trying too hard (because who has time for that), Lily-Rose Depp has the lazy-girl hack for you. In a recent Vogue video featuring the actress and model prepping for Chanel’s Métiers d’Art show in New York City, she skipped reaching for a barrette or bejeweled hairband in favor of (genius!) a clip-on earring. (Skip to around 1:00 in the video.) “I thought with this ’60s, half-up thing, it might be cute to have a little sparkle in the hair and something to kind of catch the eye,” Depp said. Her stylist simply clamped a Chanel Camélia earring around the elastic of the hair-tie. And voilà! Sparkle. [youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l4UAfC53FDA?feature=oembed&w=500&h=281] Since dropping ten grand on a pair of earrings doesn’t exactly fit into the everywoman’s budget, remember that you could replicate this styling hack with any pair of clip-ons you have lying around (or any you shop on Etsy). Personally, I have a few pairs that I inherited when my grandmother passed away that I plan on removing from their velvet boxes and pinning them in pulled-back Dutch braids this holiday season. How have I not thought of this before?! Easy, right? If you’re curious about other ways to
These are the best glasses for every face shape—be it round, oval, heart, or square
December 09, 2018 at 09:40AM While glasses were once thought to be a nerdy necessity, these days a chic pair of spectacles is as much an in-demand accessory as a pair of statement earrings, patterned tights, or an ethi-cool handbag. So while you no longer need to hide your less-than-20/20-vision behind contact lenses, one problem that persists in the eyewear world is finding the best pair of glasses for your face shape. First, there are so many different face shapes out there—round, square, heart, diamond, the list goes on—and sometimes it’s hard to know what shape your face qualifies as. (Here are some handy visuals to help you figure it out.) The good news? According to Kim Nemser, vice president of product strategy at Warby Parker, picking the right pair of glasses is less about face shape and more about trusting your instincts. “First, it’s all about having fun and picking frames that make you feel comfortable and confident,” explains Nemser. “We recommend looking for a pair of frames that balances your face shape. If you’ve got a round face, look for an angular shape. Or, consider a pair of round-lensed frames to complement a strong jawline. But above all, pick what makes you look and feel great.” While we’re all for a you-do-you method of picking out, well, anything, from your frames to how you wear your pubic hair, TBH. If you’d rather have more of a concrete guide based on face shape, no worries. We’ve got that, too! Here’s
Keep, regift, or return? This flowchart will tell you what to do with those awful (but thoughtful!) presents
December 07, 2018 at 08:33AM Ah, the season of giving…and receiving. While the holiday joy may be as palpable as the sweat in a SoulCycle locker room, nothing deflates the good vibes quicker than unwrapping a terrible gift. You don’t doubt that your Great Aunt Pearl or work wife or new hot fling meant well when selecting a prezzie for you, but that doesn’t change the reality that you now need to give an Oscars-worthy performance and matching acceptance speech to cover up the fact that you hate that necklace, or that hand-knit throw blanket, or that Kindle you’ll truly never use, or that sweater that is just so…yolky (you hate yellow, okay?). Instead of just grinning (through your tears) and bearing it, wouldn’t it be better for all parties if you could turn your bad present into something you’ll actually enjoy? Because, hey, that’s kind of whole point, and any other course of action would be a missed opportunity. But it’s a lot more complicated than saying, “No, thanks!” and asking if the giver knows the store’s return policy: Etiquette expert Diane Gottsman says the best way to proceed with a God-awful gift depends on who the gifter is, the quality of your relationship, and what the item in question even is. “The bottom line is to not offend anyone and to keep hurt feelings at bay,” she says. “If your neighbor brings you a tin of treats, and they’re terrible, it’s not your responsibility to tell them that; just
Why I’m ditching party dresses for embellished sweatshirts this year
December 06, 2018 at 09:42AM I was trying on dresses the other week for my cousin’s upcoming New Year’s Eve wedding, and I thought I had come across the one. It fit perfectly and was emblazoned with festive AF emerald sequins—but I could tell it was going to be uncomfortable… just like every other sparkly dress I tried on. I’ve spent too many otherwise enjoyable functions being slowly lacerated by the sequins on my dresses. As I stared at my reflection, I realized I could not—nay, would not—shove myself into another uncomfortable dress for a holiday occasion. I’ve spent too many otherwise enjoyable functions being slowly lacerated by the shiny disks on my dresses. (One time a strapless, sequined sheath gave me such bad, itchy marks that it looked like a had a weird rash under my arms for weeks.) Enter: embellished sweatshirts and sweaters. Sure, they aren’t foolproof (get some sequins too close to the neckline and it’s game over), but in my humble opinion, I’ve found them to be, on the whole, much more comfortable than sparkly dresses/blazers/pants/you name it. And they come in so many different options—you can go for an oversized zip-up hoodie á la this Nicole Miller one that’s so shiny it would make The Rainbow Fish jealous. Or, go for a monochromatic look that plays with texture like this DVF crewneck that I would probably Rumplestiltskin my first child for. (I know that’s not very festive, don’t @ me; it’s called hyperbole.) If you
How to make your place look presentable for guests in 30 minutes or less
December 06, 2018 at 06:54AM If you’re as into Hallmark Channel holiday movies as I am, you probably have an idealized mental picture of what a festive gathering should look like: an apartment dripping in pine tree boughs and fairy lights, a Pinterest-worthy cheese plate and kombucha punch bowl on the kitchen counter, and you clad in some cozy-glam combination of statement earrings, cashmere, and impressively contoured eyeshadow. The reality? If you’re not a fictional character played by Lacey Chabert, having friends over usually goes a bit differently. In my case, it involves frantically stuffing my living-room clutter into a closet, lint-rolling cat hair off the sofa while ordering pizza on Postmates—and barely having time to swipe on some red lipstick before the doorbell rings. As someone with a more-than-full-time job and lots of extracurriculars on my iCal, I simply don’t have hours to spend getting my home party-ready. (Or, like, even one hour.) If this plight sounds familiar, however, there’s no need to stress. As I recently learned from a few pro organizers, all you really need is 30 minutes and some tricks of the home styling trade to clean up before guests arrive. Take their advice, and you’ll free up precious pregaming time for what really matters—like perfecting your chocolate hummus recipe and crafting the perfect “Thank U, Next”-centric playlist. Here’s how to clean house fast when you’re short on time. Photo: Getty Images/Cavan Images 1. Be strategic about which rooms you clean While you might feel like you
A new earring trend that’ll have you seeing red
November 23, 2018 at 03:42AM Statement earrings—both pairs and asymmetric styles—such as diamond strands or oversized hoops, started trending last season and show no sign of losing momentum heading into the holidays. For winter, the one twist is that it’s red earrings in particular that seem to be everywhere right now. You can find them from deep ruby to crimson and cranberry. And in case all of this has conjured images of brazenly kitschy ball ornaments hung from wire hooks, fear not: For 2018, red earrings come in styles to suit everyone from Marie Kondo minimalists to Gucci-level maximalists like myself. There are hoops (lots of hoops), drop earrings, and even small every-day wearable studs. Find your piece of holiday cheer below. Holiday cheer for your ears Buy Now Double Disco Double Down Red Hoop Earrings $190 Buy Now Dady Bones Cherry Bomb Earrings $45 Buy Now Rachel Comey Maya Hoop Earrings $92 Buy Now Cult Gaia Rhea Small Tubular Hoop Earrings $78 Buy Now Tuleste Pom Pom Earrings $38 Buy Now Svnr Xi’an Lifesaver Post or Clip-On Earring $300 Buy Now Made Au Gold Troubled Heart Earrings $16 Buy Now Super Cool The Full Palm Earrings $25 Buy Now Girl Crush Bling Bisou Earrings $37 Buy Now Of Arc Silver/Red Gelcap Clip-On Earring $80 Buy Now La Diamantine 6 Vermilion Red Stones Little Hoops $105 Buy Now Topshop Oval Link Drop Earrings $18 Buy Now BaubleBar Clip On Scarlette Bow Drop Earrings $38 Buy Now Clare V. Lizzie Fortunato
All the top winter jacket styles for 2018 in one place
November 21, 2018 at 12:05PM We’re finally making that seasonal shift from sweater weather to outerwear no longer being elective. It’s a wardrobe transition that confounds more than a few every year. Since your coat is essentially your outfit for an entire season, the sartorial stakes are pretty high. The market is completely oversaturated with more options than you could ever sift through—a problem which led to the creation of this glossary of winter jacket styles. Shopping for a coat comes down to picking the style that both fits your aesthetic and your cold weather requirements. But you can pretty much find every jacket style with different levels of insulation so what it’s really a matter of homing in on a silhouette and letting that filter down your options. “Brands that focus on material and construction quality are the same brands that are thinking about the longevity of their designs in the ever-changing, trend-driven fashion landscape.” —Jeff Johnson, co-founder and creative director of outerwear brand The Arrivals To help you do this, take some advice from Jeff Johnson, co-founder and creative director of outerwear brand The Arrivals. “Follow quality,” he says. “Brands that focus on material and construction quality are the same brands that are thinking about the longevity of their designs in the ever-changing, trend-driven fashion landscape.” When you’re looking for a jacket that’ll work this season (as well as for seasons to come), Johnson suggests asking yourself a few questions: “Does the product keep you warm and dry? Is it comfortable? Does