Bri Scalesse Wants to See More Disabled Models

May 11, 2022 at 07:28PM Bri Scalesse’s favourite part of modelling is the runway — the chaotic energy backstage, the palpable excitement beaming off the audience and the adrenalin that comes from using her body to make a piece of art come to life. “It’s such a shift in the way that I experience people’s eyes being on me,” she says. “As a person with a disability, I’m used to being stared at as I go down the street or live my life in general. But when I’m on the runway, I feel really powerful. I feel present in my body.” The 27-year-old’s dream to be a model began after she became a wheelchair user at age six due to a car accident that left her legs paralyzed. She recalls flipping through pages of magazines and seeing articles titled “How to Dress for…

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Hill House Home Now Has Swimwear, and It’s Selling Fast

May 11, 2022 at 07:15PM We’re big Hill House Home fans, and the brand behind the cult-favorite Nap Dress has now released swimwear. The suits are based off the bestselling Ellie Nap Dress, so if you’re already in love with your dresses, just wait until you see the swim. The brand has started with one bikini and a one-piece, and they’re already selling fast, so if you want yours in time for summer, get shopping ASAP. The styles come in two colorways, a classic pink and a light blue floral. The ruffled straps are flirty and fun, and the backs have moderate to cheeky coverage. Plus, the brand has also come out with sunglasses, a beach towel, and a little pouch to keep your essentials. Everything’s been accounted for, so all you have to do is shop. Related: 17 Sarongs That Deserve a…

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Why Gabourey Sidibe Isn’t Wearing a White Wedding Dress

May 11, 2022 at 06:55PM Gabourey Sidibe has every intention of making her wedding unique to her relationship. Growing up with a mother who was a wedding singer, Sidibe had seen it all, but her relationship with Brandon Frankel redefined what that fairy tale looked like to her. As the cover star of Brides magazine’s latest digital issue, the “Empire” actress shared her latest wedding plans and what fans can expect to see her wearing for the big day. “The entire time we have been engaged, I’ve always been like, ‘No, we shouldn’t have a wedding.’ Maybe we’ll throw a barbecue, get married in the bathroom, and then we’ll come out and tell everyone we’re married,” she says. “It cannot be a traditional wedding. Really, it can’t be.” Anyone who has been through the wedding planning process can attest to the fact that…

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Casual Instagram is Still a Performance

May 11, 2022 at 06:45PM I was an early adopter of Instagram. Over a decade ago, I downloaded the then-brand-new app onto my iPod Touch and began haphazardly documenting moments in my young adolescence: my colourful socks, the movie playing on my TV, a duck-face mirror selfie. My clumsy collection of spontaneous, often blurry photos had no motive other than being a photo diary of sorts to be shared among friends. In 2022, the idea of treating a social media account in such a blasĂ© way is almost laughable. Over the past decade, what started as an online album has quickly snowballed into a meticulously managed visual identity. As Instagram grew, so did its curated concoction of reality, and soon, influencers and celebrities (thank you, Kardashians) were ruling the app. Photos that were planned, posed and flawlessly filtered became a prerequisite to posting,…

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Kate Middleton’s Bee Earrings Are a Symbolic Tribute to the Manchester Attack Victims

May 11, 2022 at 06:30PM Kate Middleton made a symbolic fashion statement at the May 10 opening of the Glade of Light memorial, which commemorates victims of the 2017 terrorist attack at Manchester Arena. The British royal wore earrings accented with bee and honeycomb charms as a nod to the long-standing emblem of Manchester. The worker bee symbolizes the English city’s hard-working past and came to represent unity following the bombing at an Ariana Grande concert held there five years ago. Grande herself got a bee tattoo behind her ear in solidarity with the 22 people who died. Middleton’s earrings were custom-made by London-based luxury jeweler Vanleles Diamonds for the occasion, as confirmed by Page Six. An upgraded version of the brand’s Nile hoop earrings, they are made from yellow gold, enamel, diamonds, and sapphires, and each is embellished with bee and honeycomb…

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The Rifle Paper Co. x Keds Spring 2022 Collection Is a Floral Dream

May 11, 2022 at 06:05PM Rifle Paper Co. is known for its vibrant floral prints and patterns that bring a dash of charm into your life. The brand has some of the loveliest stationery, planners, home decor, and furniture collections; it even did a trendy swimwear collab with Summersalt. Recently, the brand teamed up with Keds to create a comfy and stylish shoe collection. The six-piece shoe collection includes sandals, sneakers, slip-ons, and rain boots. It perfectly combines Rifle Paper Co.’s iconic floral prints and designs with Keds’s best-selling styles and silhouettes. Some styles come in half sizes and wide sizing as well. From brunch to the beach, through rain or shine, the Rifle Paper Co. x Keds Spring 2022 Collection is versatile, functional, and trendy. Shop the collection ahead. Related: 12 Summer Work Shoes That Can Withstand Long Commutes and Hot Days…

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How Ariana Grande and BeyoncĂ© Inspired Costumes For New Broadway Show “Six”

May 11, 2022 at 05:41PM As if Netflix’s “Bridgerton” wasn’t already an indicator of the regencycore influence on fashion, the trend has now found its way to Broadway. Since the release of British musical comedy “Six,” based in 15th century England, the show has become a global sensation in its own right, and we assume the elaborate costumes have something to do with the widespread appreciation for the show. A modern re-telling of the lives of six of Henry VIII’s wives in the form of a pop concert, the play centers on each queen who sings their story in a unique look. Costume designer Gabriella Slade has managed to marry the worlds of pop and Tudor to create the costumes for “Six.” Slade, who’s a master of opulent costumes, sourced inspiration from the Victoria and Albert Museum and Hampton Court Palace in London,…

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J Lo Looks Glam in a Plunging Silk Shirt and Metallic Trousers

May 11, 2022 at 05:35PM A glam ensemble deserves its photo moment, and Jennifer Lopez takes this concept to heart. On Monday, the singer shared a few mirror selfies on Instagram of her chic ensemble while getting ready for the day. Holding her pink-case-clad iPhone, she posed in a white, silky button-down with a plunging V-shaped neckline, undoing the top buttons for maximum visual effect. She paired it with metallic trousers in taupe and added a matching silver buckle belt. She accessorized with a heart pendant and a simple chain necklace in gold, a matching watch, and the green engagement ring Ben Affleck proposed to her with last month. Her fresh blowout, which was parted in the middle, appeared darker than her recent honey-colored highlights, taking on a deep mushroom-brown shade. Meanwhile, her skin glowed under her pink blush makeup and shimmery gold…

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Simone Biles Wears a “Bridgerton”-Style Crop Top For a Date With Her FiancĂ©

May 11, 2022 at 05:05PM Simone Biles boasts a well-rounded wardrobe, stocking everything from flirty vacation sets to trend-driven pieces for date night with fiancĂ© Jonathan Owens. The Olympic gymnast recently offered her own sporty take on Regencycore while grabbing a meal with Owens, and he documented her look on his Instagram Stories. Biles sported an orange gingham crop top with balloon sleeves, cinched down the arm to create a romantic tiered effect. The piece featured a built-in corset bodice and a bow at the neckline. She contrasted the romantic details with cutoff shorts and white Nike Air Force 1s. Accessorizing with Louis Vuitton’s Petite Malle Souple monogram canvas bag, a delicate necklace and earrings, and her oval-shaped diamond engagement ring, Biles gave her outfit a luxe finish. Even her manicure matched the color of her blouse, proving that every detail was considered.…

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Creamy Cucumber Salad

Creamy Cucumber SaladMay 11, 2022 at 10:00AM Creamy Cucumber Salad Our creamy cucumber salad is a healthy summer salad option made with lemon, fresh dill, and a little Greek yogurt! The BEST Creamy Cucumber Salad I love a good BBQ. Getting together with friends and family and spending time outside is my perfect summer night. Whether we are hosting a bbq with grilled chicken, grilled… Browse READ: Creamy Cucumber Salad Continue Reading… Author Linley Richter | citywomen.co Selected by CWC

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