14 Size-Inclusive Wedding Brands to Consider For Your Big Day

May 04, 2022 at 06:45PM Fashion has long failed to showcase body diversity. The industry may pay lip service to size inclusivity, but the recent fall 2022 runway shows (ahem, Valentino) told a different story, with many major fashion houses continuing to tokenize plus-size models. Inclusivity improvements are slowly happening, thanks to efforts from the plus-size community - including influencers like Kristine Thompson and Remi Bader and entrepreneurs and models like Ashley Graham and Gabi Gregg). Still, more work needs to be done. If you’re curvy, you understand firsthand how the fashion industry has historically been reluctant to offer inclusive, stylish options for your frame. The curvy bridal-apparel market is especially sparse. Offerings are rarely available in extended sizing, and thin women tend to dominate major brands’ marketing and advertisements - creating narratives that are damaging for brides-to-be According to the International Journal…

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How Sarah Jessica Parker’s Met Gala Gown Honored Black American History

May 04, 2022 at 06:02PM History was told on the 2022 Met Gala red carpet, and the best dressed celebrities carried the message. Among them, Sarah Jessica Parker left her mark in a striking Christopher John Rogers gown. The “And Just Like That” star wore a Victorian-inspired, off-the-shoulder frock with a sweetheart-neckline corset and a pleated ballroom skirt in charcoal shades. Her ivory silk faille and silk moirĂ© design recalled a “three-piece cape and gown ensemble” the late Mary Todd Lincoln wore circa 1862, a look that’s been credited to an unsung Black seamstress, Elizabeth Keckley. Keckley was born into slavery in 1818, and her dressmaking skills helped her purchase her freedom in 1855. She went on to launch one of the most successful clothing businesses in Washington DC. Braving the long history of racism in the United States, Keckley became the first…

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Dua Lipa Styled a Pink Bra With Those Viral 6-Inch Platform Pumps

May 04, 2022 at 05:55PM Dua Lipa is just one of many celebrities who’ve been spotted wearing Valentino’s all-pink collection. The “Don’t Start Now” singer posted a series of images on Instagram in an eye-catching monochrome outfit with the caption, “colin the caterpillar & caviar.” Lipa wore a hot-pink bralette paired with an oversize suit, complete with a sharp-shouldered blazer and high-waisted trousers. The singer’s look was straight off the runway from Pierpaolo Piccioli’s fall 2022 collection, and she accessorized with a pair of those viral six-inch platform heels in the same color. As for her beauty look, she opted for a Y2K-inspired aesthetic with tiny face-framing braids and lavender eyeshadow. If Lipa’s bra top looks familiar, it’s because Saweetie wore it on the 2022 Grammys red carpet back in April. Her custom fuchsia Valentino look was composed of three pieces: a bow-adorned…

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14 Celebrities Who Brought Back the Naked Dress at the 2022 Met Gala

May 04, 2022 at 05:13PM This year marked the Met Gala’s return to its traditional calendar date, and despite its COVID-19 hiatus, the highly anticipated event continued to challenge its star-studded guest list to bring their sartorial A game. While some invitees delivered on the 2022 theme, such as Nicola Coughlan in Richard Quinn and Blake Lively in Versace, many chose to give it their own spin. “Gilded Glamour” immediately brings to mind opulent gowns and accessories such as vintage pearls and satin gloves, like those you’d see on “Bridgerton,” but some celebrities revived the naked-dress trend, making their appearances in sheer, head-turning dresses. Kerry Washington, who’s no stranger to fashion’s biggest night, appeared in an all-black Tory Burch number composed of a leg-baring slit enhanced with a corset and accessorized with sheer black gloves. Supermodel Bella Hadid also wore black to the…

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J Lo Pulled Off Overall Trousers on a Day Date With Ben Affleck

May 04, 2022 at 04:45PM Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck, who were notably absent from the 2022 Met Gala red carpet, were spotted leaving a Hollywood studio in LA hand in hand, showing off their coordination as usual. Lopez, who was seen shopping at Brunello Cucinelli just a few days before, wore a wool, ‘90s-style jumpsuit from the brand, not far off from the denim overalls she sported last month. Her Cucinelli pants come with a tapered leg and affixed suspenders and retail for over $2,500, though they’re no longer available online. The most notable detail was the belt-loop waistband that Lopez cinched with a Chanel CC logo belt to add her signature glamour. She finished the look with a simple white T-shirt with rolled sleeves. While the star has recently been on a platform-heels kick, she added a casual touch to this…

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Bleached Brows Were *the* Look at the 2022 Met Gala

May 04, 2022 at 03:13PM It might be fashion’s biggest night of the year, but that doesn’t mean beauty takes a backseat on the Met Gala red carpet. And Monday night’s “gilded glamour” theme saw many celebs up the fashion ante even further with their chosen beauty looks. The 2022 Met Gala brought together the biggest names in the entertainment, fashion and beauty industries, and A-list attendees wore their most avant-garde ensembles, resulting in red carpet buzz surrounding the parade of experimental garments. But this year proved that hair, makeup and nails are part of the overall package. After all, it was during the Gilded Age that cosmetics became more accessible thanks to the industrial revolution. And while the era’s penchant for soft hues translated to rosy cheeks on the 2022 Met Gala red carpet, many celebrities took a more modern approach to…

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Juicy Grilled Chicken (How to Grill Chicken)

Juicy Grilled Chicken (How to Grill Chicken)May 04, 2022 at 12:27PM Juicy Grilled Chicken (How to Grill Chicken) This grilled chicken recipe comes out so juicy and tender on the inside and has gorgeous, charred grill marks on the outside. In this post, we’ll teach you everything you need to know about grilled chicken like what cut of meat to use, how to flavor it, and how to grill chicken. Plus, we’re sharing all of… Browse READ: Juicy Grilled Chicken (How to Grill Chicken) Continue Reading… Author Lee Funke | citywomen.co Selected by CWC

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What is Clean Eating all about?

What is Clean Eating all about?May 04, 2022 at 11:51AM Sharing my tips for clean eating, what it means, and what it’s all about. Hi friends! Hope you’re having a lovely morning. I’m excited about today’s blog post topic because I have a lot to say. 🙂 Today we’re talking about “clean eating.” This phrase has become popular over the past 10 years or so, but there isn’t much consensus nor firm definition about what it actually means. It’s often used as a phrase to refer to a diet that’s based on eating real and minimally-processed foods. It can also mean choosing what’s considered the healthiest option from a variety of options. I’m dedicating this post to talk about what clean eating is really about (and my thoughts on this phrase!). I’m going to answer common questions about clean eating, and share tips on…

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Winnie Harlow and Teyana Taylor Owned the Red Carpet at the 2022 Met Gala

May 04, 2022 at 01:30AM As celebrities paraded up and down the steps of the 2022 Met Gala on Monday night, Teyana Taylor and Winnie Harlow took a moment to bask in the beauty of each other’s Iris van Herpen designs. While the silhouettes, colors, and overall aesthetic of their dresses couldn’t have been more different, both Taylor and Harlow embraced the gala’s “Gilded Glamour” theme, proving without a shadow of a doubt that they understood the assignment. Taylor’s otherworldly design was a semisheer dress with puffed sleeves, a strappy cut-out bodice, and a flowing handkerchief train that pooled behind her in a watercolor pattern. She styled the look with Louboutin sandals, Lillian Shalom jewelry, and a Malakai “Psyche” couture mask made of sterling-silver vines and gills accented with amethyst navettes. Taylor’s beauty team completed the look with a slicked-back bun, violet eyeshadow,…

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The 10 Fashion Essentials Every 20-Something Should Have in Their Wardrobe

May 04, 2022 at 01:30AM The secret behind any impeccably dressed person is a well-stocked closet. It doesn’t happen overnight, but you can start crafting the perfect wardrobe right now by buying some clothing staples. In your 20s, that means shopping the essentials and investing in great basics - because, let’s face it, you accumulated enough trendy tees, minidresses, and cutoffs in your college years. Now’s the time to shop for the kind of denim you might just get away with at the office and a classic button-down you can wear well beyond your 9-to-5. You don’t have to spend a ton, but definitely spend where it counts, and keep an eye out for the pieces you’ll wear from season to season, year after year. Just consider this your 20-something starter wardrobe, and start shopping all the key closet staples right here. -…

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