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Texture Talk: Celeb-Approved Holiday Styles for Curly, Textured Hair

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December 02, 2021 at 05:55PM The holiday season is right around the corner, and so it’s time to start thinking about party-ready curly hairstyles fit to hit the circuit of get-togethers and fancy fêtes! Whether you’re celebrating virtually or going out on the town, get inspired with these three celeb-approved holiday looks for textured hair. We spoke to Toronto-based hairstylist Rachel Cruz of RF Hair Studio to break down all the insider tips so you can make them happen without having to step a foot out your front door. Holiday Look: The party-ready pony Photo by Paras Griffin/Getty Images for BETDelve into ’90s glam with Issa Rae’s take on the sky-high ponytail. Start by using a dense nylon or boar bristle brush to gather all of your hair into a high pony. “You may need to brush through the hair around your face…

RSVP Now For POPSUGAR’s Holiday Gift-Guide Show on Dec. 3!

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December 02, 2021 at 05:35PM Why keep it a secret any longer? Best-Kept Secrets, POPSUGAR’s Holiday Gift-Guide Show, is just around the corner. We’re celebrating gifting season by giving viewers a look at the items POPSUGAR editors are eyeing this year: cult favorites worth the hype, the perfect stocking stuffers under $25, and, yes, those viral TikTok products. From the office white elephant to the friend-group grab bag to the family gathering, you’re sure to add a few things to your list that will please even the toughest critic. Best-Kept Secrets, POPSUGAR’s Holiday Gift-Guide Show, will premiere on TikTok, POPSUGAR.com/giftguide, YouTube, Facebook, and Instagram on Dec. 3 at 5 p.m. PT/8 p.m. ET. Add a reminder to your calendar to ensure you don’t miss the fun. Thanks to our sponsors QVC & HSN, Massage Envy, and Carolina Herrera for helping us bring this…

Ariana Grande Is the Epitome of Old Hollywood Glamour as She Debuts a New Holiday Track

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December 02, 2021 at 05:35PM Ariana Grande channeled Old Hollywood glamour during The Kelly Clarkson Show Holiday Special on Wednesday evening, but we couldn’t help but picture her as a bride all over again. The singer, who wore Vera Wang for her big day back in May, dressed in an elegant, ivory-colored strapless dress on stage, as she debuted “Santa, Can’t You Hear Me” alongside Kelly Clarkson. The gorgeous satin number from Emilia Wickstead, which stylist Mimi Cuttrell paired with a glamorous faux-fur stole, metallic pumps, and an adorable satin ribbon in her hair, complemented Kelly’s ruffled mauve gown. Ariana may already have the perfect wedding dress, but she continues to provide bridal inspo. Ahead, get a closer look at her dress - currently priced at $2,125 - and its beautiful details. Related: 3 Cheers For Ariana Grande, Who Just Rewore the Famous…

I Gasped When I Saw Tina Kunakey in This Sparkling Area Two-Piece Suit

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December 02, 2021 at 04:53PM ‘Tis the season to embrace crystal-encrusted pieces and welcome the transformative power of holiday dressing. Actress Tina Kunakey took note when she attended the opening dinner at the Bvlgari Hotel in a gleaming two-piece tweed suit that would take anyone’s breath away. Designed by NYC-based ready-to-wear brand Area, the set features an embellished three-quarter sleeved cropped blazer and matching miniskirt drenched in an iridescent shade of green and traced with crystal embellishments throughout. Falling from the hem of each piece is a row of fringe crystal chains, many of which were tipped with lustrous pearls. The brand has come to be known for these beautiful and wildly creative embellishments, which never fail to unleash the glamour. The 24-year-old star amped up the already sumptuous look with a shimmering stack of necklaces and matching heels, and you’ll want to…

Jennifer Hudson Sparkles Down to Her Shoes in This Incredible Caged Dress

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December 02, 2021 at 04:07PM Jennifer Hudson took shimmer to a whole new level at AHF’s free World AIDS Day concert in LA on Dec. 1, where she joined Christina Aguilera to headline the event. Styled by Jeremy Frierson, her dress selection from Kuwaiti designer Yousef Al-Jasmi formed to her curves and added to her glow. The design from Jasmi’s Haute Couture collection (he also does bridal) featured tons of sequins and tiny beads with one glitter caged sleeve that slashed across the neckline. Frierson and Hudson found the perfect Christian Louboutin nude heels with crystal PVC detail to accompany the look, along with diamonds from Jewels by Grace. Yousef Al-Jasmi describes his designs as “oozing elegance,” crafted to celebrate the shape and beauty of a woman. He’s dressed plenty of performers including Chloe Bailey, Jennifer Lopez, Taylor Swift, and Jessie J, as…

Your Body Isn’t To Blame For Irregular Sizing. Just Ask TikTok

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December 02, 2021 at 03:35PM Let’s state the obvious: TikTok has never been more popular. With over 1 billion users (and counting), content creators of all shapes and sizes have flocked to the app as a safe haven from the pressures of curating a perfect Instagram feed. While this desire to be more authentic has resulted in an array of more spontaneous videos on the platform, such as impromptu dancing and “day in the life” montages, it has also cultivated a community of honest reviewers — more specifically, size-inclusive fashion reviewers who are (finally!) holding brands accountable for inconsistent sizing. It’s a truth universally acknowledged that trying on clothes is, to put it simply, the worst. Pushing past the harsh lighting and claustrophobia-inducing small space of a fitting room, retailers’ proclivity for inconsistent sizing and excluding larger sizes can make navigating something as…

I’m Shielding This Christmas, But That Won’t Stop Me Repping These 6 Party Looks

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December 02, 2021 at 06:00AM Party season is the epitome of everything that fashion represents to me—thrill, joyful experimentation and the undeniable power to uplift. For many, party season is looking more like its glittery, pre-pandemic self (minus the mistletoe, perhaps). Luckily, evening wear is firmly back on the fashion agenda, with high-voltage glamour seen right across this season’s collections. Designers have delivered the roaring ’20s ideal that we all envisioned, and pined for, during that monotonous cycle of sweatpants. As someone who is still shielding, however, party season remains much like the last: makeshift martinis in the kitchen, a festive playlist and a hankering for office party gossip from friends. That said, I believe that party dressing is more of a mindset than a set of concrete social engagements.Clothes hidden at the back of my wardrobe will be making a triumphant return over the coming…

30 Zara, H&M and Mango Items That Are Chic and Warm and Look Premium

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December 02, 2021 at 08:04AM Suddenly, it feels like winter. Gone are the days when I could quickly nip out of the house without a jacket or a considerable amount of knitwear, and it’s time my puffer coat was taken out of storage to be put back into work. It’s not technically “winter” until December 21, but many of us in the team are eagerly counting down the days until it’s appropriate to wear our Arket beanies once more. My boot collection has been finally unboxed again, ready for action. The tights are on, the layers are piling up, and I’m 100% here for it all. And while I’m not one to endlessly buy new items every time a season rolls around, I do enjoy looking at new-in winter items—a lot. It takes a great deal of research to find the best coat or chicest cold-weather dress. There…

The 7 Best Shoes to Wear With Wide-Leg Trousers

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December 02, 2021 at 08:00AM When it comes to outfit styling, few events provide as much inspiration as fashion week. Bringing together the fashion world’s most stylish individuals, these events act as a one-stop shop for outfit ideas and styling inspo.With autumn on the horizon, I’ve been thinking about the season’s staples and pondering the best trouser-and-shoe pairings. Wide-leg trousers have always illuded me as they seem to be a particularly difficult item to pair with footwear. (Evidently, I’m not alone. We’ve recently seen an increase in searches of the phrase, “shoes to wear with wide-leg trousers.”)Luckily, the street style at Copenhagen Fashion Week offered up plenty of inspiration on this exact topic and was a veritable masterclass in how to style wide-leg trousers. Whether you’re looking to style flared jeans, wide-leg leather pants or traditional suit trousers, CPHFW had a footwear option for every…

Looking at These 28 Blonde Bobs Made Me Cut My Hair

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December 02, 2021 at 08:00AM Being experimental with your hair doesn’t necessarily mean that you have to go all-out with new hues, statement fringing or lashings of layers. Often, the simplest switches make the most impact. Right now, as our strands continue to grow without the prospect of a cut any time soon, it seems everyone is busy dreaming of and mood boarding potential styles to opt for once the salons are back up and running.And, with more time to ponder on and weigh up the pros of a dramatic change, I thought it might be worth sharing my recent experience in hope it might inspire some of you. You see, I recently chopped off my lengthy blonde hair to join the bob/long bob brigade. A few months back, after researching for a feature on blunt bob hairstyles, I convinced myself to go for the chop, which was masterfully created by…