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Princess Diana’s Favorite ’80s Boots Are the Shortcut to Fall Style

Princess Diana’s Favorite ’80s Boots Are the Shortcut to Fall Style

Princess Diana’s go-to boot styling trick was everywhere on the fall 2026 runways.…

These Are the French Girl Haircuts Defining The Summer

These Are the French Girl Haircuts Defining The Summer

From Jane Birkin to Jeanne Damas, Lily-Rose Depp and Catherine Deneuve: these are the French girl haircuts defining summer 2026.…

Zara and Beyond: How Marta Ortega Pérez Leads the World’s Biggest Fashion Retailer

Zara and Beyond: How Marta Ortega Pérez Leads the World’s Biggest Fashion Retailer

Marta Ortega Pérez, 42, leads Zara and its parent company, Inditex—the biggest fashion retailer in the world—by focusing on relationships, image-makin…

Taylor Swift Debuts a Fresh Bob Haircut for the First Time Since the <i><em>1989</em></i> Era

Taylor Swift Debuts a Fresh Bob Haircut for the First Time Since the <i><em>1989</em></i> Era

Plus, she was seen out with her wedding ring for first time…

A Week In Indianapolis, IN On A $50,000 Salary

A Week In Indianapolis, IN On A $50,000 Salary

Welcome to Money Diaries where we are tackling the ever-present taboo that is money. We’re asking real people how they spend their hard-earned money d…

The Best Movies to Watch on Your Next Flight

The Best Movies to Watch on Your Next Flight

What to queue when you’re above 30,000 feet…

How AI-Generated Images Are Changing Beauty Consultations

How AI-Generated Images Are Changing Beauty Consultations

Hairstylists, nail artists, plastic surgeons, and tattoo artists weigh on the rise of clients using chatbots before their appointments.…

I Tried Body Gua Sha for Two Weeks—Here’s What Happened

I Tried Body Gua Sha for Two Weeks—Here’s What Happened

In Traditional Chinese Medicine, gua sha has always incorporated the body. Here, experts break down why you should be using the ancient technique to r…

Wrong Shoe Theory Is Coming for Your Whole Outfit

Wrong Shoe Theory Is Coming for Your Whole Outfit

Copenhagen’s cool girls are wearing a glorious mishmash of styles all at once…

Princess Eugenie Shares the Sweetest Photo of Her Newborn Baby Girl

Princess Eugenie Shares the Sweetest Photo of Her Newborn Baby Girl

Congratulations to the parents of three!…

Jennifer Lopez Shares Photos From Her Italian Road Trip With Her Kids

Jennifer Lopez Shares Photos From Her Italian Road Trip With Her Kids

The star planned one last family holiday before the teenagers head off to college…

The Real Difference Between A $29 Cashmere Sweater And A $295 One

The Real Difference Between A $29 Cashmere Sweater And A $295 One

There is a specific kind of disappointment reserved for cheap cashmere. You buy an “air-conditioned mall” knit thinking you’ve outsmarted the luxury m…

Time Spent: Why Summer Calls for a Sport Watch

Time Spent: Why Summer Calls for a Sport Watch

No one reaches for leather in the height of summer—your watch strap shouldn't be the exception. It's time to make the switch to something sportier.…

The 15 Best Haircuts for Straight Hair, Seen on Celebrities

The 15 Best Haircuts for Straight Hair, Seen on Celebrities

The best haircuts for straight hair give shape and volume. From blunt bobs to invisible layers, here are the 15 cuts you should consider for your natu…

Now Public, Reformation Is Worth $886 Million. What’s Next?

Now Public, Reformation Is Worth $886 Million. What’s Next?

The brand, which is testing Wall Street’s appetite for fashion, raised $211 million in its IPO on Thursday. CEO Hali Borenstein shares what happens fr…

Before Clean Makeup Was Everywhere, There Was Ilia’s Super Serum Skin Tint

Before Clean Makeup Was Everywhere, There Was Ilia’s Super Serum Skin Tint

Available in 30 shades, the Ilia Super Serum Skin Tint delivers buildable, light coverage. Plus, it feels like nothing on the skin, while delivering a…

I’ve Been a Bridesmaid 40 Times—Here’s What I’ve Learned

I’ve Been a Bridesmaid 40 Times—Here’s What I’ve Learned

“I’ve been a bridesmaid with Lupita Nyong’o, I’ve been a bridesmaid with men… It’s crazy how many times I have been a bridesmaid,” says PR founder Sav…

Lupita Nyong’o’s Other Odyssey is Personal (and Political)

Lupita Nyong’o’s Other Odyssey is Personal (and Political)

“I had to get to my limit for my pain and discomfort to be taken seriously,” the actor says in an intimate interview with 'Vogue.'…

Katy Perry and Justin Trudeau Take Their Love to Saint-Tropez for a Euro Summer Trip

Katy Perry and Justin Trudeau Take Their Love to Saint-Tropez for a Euro Summer Trip

The couple shared a yacht getaway—and some PDA—during a sun-soaked holiday…

Adidas Hits Record Sales in Q2, Despite Profit Miss

Adidas Hits Record Sales in Q2, Despite Profit Miss

Adidas shares fell as Spain’s World Cup win failed to sufficiently boost the company’s profit margin.…

Natalie Portman Shares a Rare Glimpse Into Her Third Pregnancy

Natalie Portman Shares a Rare Glimpse Into Her Third Pregnancy

She’s expecting her first child with boyfriend Tanguy Destable…

Mary Beth Barone Is Ready To Piss off the Right People

Mary Beth Barone Is Ready To Piss off the Right People

As she releases her Netflix comedy special “Galaxy Brain,” Mary Beth Barone discusses dating, delusions, and discourse.…

Florence Pugh Makes a Surprise Appearance at <i><em>Spider-Man</em></i> Dripping in Couture Fringe

Florence Pugh Makes a Surprise Appearance at <i><em>Spider-Man</em></i> Dripping in Couture Fringe

She showed up to the London premiere of the movie in a sculptural Tamara Ralph gown…

Duchess Meghan Nails Casual Summer Dressing

Duchess Meghan Nails Casual Summer Dressing

She got some help from a few quiet luxury pieces…

The Ups and Downs of Dating a Man in Finance

The Ups and Downs of Dating a Man in Finance

Olivia Rodrigo and Nicole Kidman are making private equity boyfriends cool this summer. Here are a few things to know before seeking out your own.…

A Week In Washington, D.C. On A $72,977 Salary

A Week In Washington, D.C. On A $72,977 Salary

Welcome to Money Diaries where we are tackling the ever-present taboo that is money. We’re asking real people how they spend their hard-earned money d…

The Biggest Celebrity Engagements of 2026—So Far

The Biggest Celebrity Engagements of 2026—So Far

The latest couple to share their engagement news in 2026? Pop star Madison Beer and her NFL star beau, Justin Herbert.…

Why Emily Wilson Is Translating <i><em>The Odyssey</em></i>—Again

Why Emily Wilson Is Translating <i><em>The Odyssey</em></i>—Again

The scholar discusses her process for modernizing the classic and shares her thoughts on Christopher Nolan’s cinematic adaptation…

Nicolandria Is (Reportedly) Over. Why Do We Care So Much About Celebrity Breakups?

Nicolandria Is (Reportedly) Over. Why Do We Care So Much About Celebrity Breakups?

Love is dead. Or so it feels for many fans after celebrity couples announce their breakups. Love Island Season 7 stars Olandria Carthen and Nic Vanste…

Yes, Tevas Are Comfortable—But They Can Also Be Chic

Yes, Tevas Are Comfortable—But They Can Also Be Chic

One Bazaar editor shares her personal styling tips.…