We’re All Ready to Embrace Beauty’s Joyful Side

August 25, 2021 at 09:52PM When the pandemic hit in March 2020, it felt like all the colour and joy drained out of the world, leaving nothing but grey-scale gloom. Deprived of our regular routines and activities, we sought solace in simple things like baking, gardening and beauty rituals. A bright lipstick for a Zoom call, a citrusy spritz to start the day, a relaxing soak to ease into the evening… These all became tiny but much needed doses of dopamine. Colour cosmetics took a hard hit in 2020 — with makeup sales down 33 percent — but people didn’t abandon beauty entirely. For some, makeup became a reminder of their pre-pandemic lives, and for others, it held the promise of better days ahead. Beauty became a connective thread, and brands took note, adjusting their product offerings to reflect a new mission of…

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A Shopping Expert Predicts the 22 Hottest Fall Arrivals That’ll Sell Out By September

August 25, 2021 at 09:10PM There are millions of new fall releases to choose from online, so it helps to get recommendations - and we’re going to make this very easy on you. We made you a list of the cutest, most popular arrivals you can get from sites like Zara, Nordstrom, Free People, and Abercrombie. There’s dresses, sweaters, tops, boots, and more. They’re ideal for September and beyond, so it’s a smart time to stock up. Treat yourself to some new pieces that customers can’t stop adding to their carts. Related: Plaid and Leopard Print Galore! Kate Spade NY Just Released a Gorgeous New Fall Collection Continue Reading… Author Macy Cate Williams | citywomen.co Selected by CWC

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5 Fun and Sleek Sunglasses Shapes to Invest in This Fall

August 25, 2021 at 08:50PM We know you’re searching for sunglasses shapes to add to your rotation year-round, so we won’t skimp on the trends you’ll want to get to know. We scoured the runways and checked the new arrivals from our favorite eyewear brands - Oliver Peoples, Poppy Lissiman, Linda Farrow, Le Specs, and Quay Australia, just to name a few - and uncovered the biggest looks of 2021. These styles may be even more important than your blue-light reading glasses because you can wear them outside and inside - inside, like, when you’re posing for an outfit selfie, of course. This year, we’re not only seeing a repetition of certain shapes, but a recreation of them. Futuristic designs come in all forms - some have frames that swerve or make waves at the sides, while others feature incredibly cool cutouts in…

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Was Ben Affleck Really Just Spotted Engagement Ring Shopping?

August 25, 2021 at 07:00PM This article was originally published on May 11, 2021.  If you looked at the news today, you’d be forgiven for thinking you’d had your breakfast with a side of time warp, specifically straight to the year 2003. Ugg boots are being worn outside again, pubic-bone skimming jeans are back, bootcut legs and all — and Bennifer is back, with Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez are back in the news, spotted together in Montana of all places. But it’s the year of our lord 2021, and your eyes do not deceive you: Bennifer is back, although it’s not entirely clear whether the portmanteau is back together in a romantic vs. platonic way. (And if the former: What are you thinking, J.Lo?!) To understand how we/they got here, staring once again at grainy paparazzi shots 17 years after they broke…

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Billie Eilish Just Changed Her Hair Again

August 25, 2021 at 07:13PM Experimentation has always been part of Billie Eilish’s style. And clearly, one of her favourite ways to switch up her appearance is through her ever-changing hair. On August 23, the artist shared with her 89.6 million Instagram followers that she had, yet again, transformed her locks. Via an Instagram video, Eilish revealed that she had traded in her bombshell blonde blowout for a short, shaggy bob. She shared that the layered cut was inspired by her mom, who sported a similar hairdo in her earlier years. We’re obsessed, obviously. View this post on Instagram   A post shared by BILLIE EILISH (@billieeilish) With every dramatic hair transformation, Eilish seems to step into a new era of her musical artistry and personal style. From black to slime green to platinum blonde, the 19-year-old star is constantly upping the ante…

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If Cinderella Wore Bottega Veneta, Lori Harvey’s Heels Would Be Her Glass Slippers

August 25, 2021 at 06:25PM Another outing for Lori Harvey and Michael B. Jordan - this time, it was a day date - made for another reason to swoon over their subtly coordinated style. The duo ooze with cool every time they step out flashing their looks, and this instance was no different what with Lori’s vintage silk top, her Hermès mini Kelly bag, and the Bottega Veneta caged heels that are fit for true queens. Michael complemented his partner’s color palette quite perfectly, also opting for designer pieces from Saint Laurent (that vacation-ready, graphic button-down!) and Issey Miyake. Even his chain-link necklaces were in sync with Lori’s halter, and his thin, gold wire frames reflected the shape of her hoops. Only serious romance can be cause for two wardrobes like this that are a complete match made in heaven. Lori finished off…

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We’re Living Vicariously Through Simone Biles and Her Fabulous Vacation Wardrobe

August 25, 2021 at 06:15PM Simone Biles is enjoying some well-deserved time off with her friends in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico. For what looks to be a dreamy girls’ trip with relaxing beach days, baby-turtle sightings, and tropical cocktails, the Olympian packed a trunk full of summery outfits and kindly shared her stylish looks to Instagram for us to admire. We already knew Simone had a fabulous swimsuit collection, but she’s rounding out her vacation style with some adorable, island-appropriate outfits. From showy prints and bright colors to ab-baring pieces and flattering fits, her paradise wardrobe has it all. As she’s “beaching until further notice,” take a look at all of her cool, wearable looks from her getaway ahead. Related: Simone Biles’s Style Off the Mat Deserves a Gold Medal Too Continue Reading… Author Yerin Kim | citywomen.co Selected by CWC

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16 Cool New Designer Bags We Can’t Help But Want Right Now

August 25, 2021 at 06:00PM When it comes to bag shopping, there are a few ways to go. More affordable options are always a good idea, or you can opt for a classic designer name that has been around for decades. Or lastly, we’re seeing a lot of what we like to call mid-range brands and designers pop up. These fresh new names have a ton of great bags at more accessible price points. Plus, we can’t stop seeing them all over Instagram. A few of our favorites include Wandler, By Far, and even some that have been around for awhile like A.P.C. and Mansur Gavriel. What do all these brands have in common? They’re a great way to get something cool that’s made with quality materials and leathers, without shelling out thousands. Yes, these bags are still pricey and often over $500,…

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Dove Cameron Could Reign Atop Mount Olympus in This Golden Bustier Skirt Set

August 25, 2021 at 05:46PM We hate to break it to ya, Zeus, but Dove Cameron is coming for your title as the ruler of Mount Olympus. The actress and singer exuded major goddess energy while attending a launch party for Cartier’s latest jewelry collections in Los Angeles on Tuesday, wearing gold from head to toe. (No, literally - she even wore a shiny hair tie.) For the fancy gathering, Dove slipped into a Dundas bustier top and knee-length skirt set that paired so perfectly together, it looked like a dress, both made with a textured brocade finish for an extra luxe touch. Although Dove’s lace-trimmed top was technically designed with two spaghetti straps, she either tucked them in or removed ‘em entirely to create a strapless look. She styled her subtly sexy outfit with a gold necklace and two rings from the…

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Simone Biles Continues to Fuel Our Vacation Envy, This Time in a Striking $40 Two-Piece

August 25, 2021 at 04:46PM The Tokyo Olympics might have come to a close, but we can’t manage to take our eyes off Simone Biles - in addition to her flawless, record-breaking moves on the mat, she happens to have some medal-worthy personal style. Recently, the gymnast pulled out all the stops on a girls’ trip in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico, specifically, in one eye-catching printed set that not only bared her super-toned abs, but also made us particularly envious of her tropical vacation fashion. Luckily, after a little digging on the internet, we found Simone’s set from It’s Juliet, and were pleased to discover it’s on sale for just $40. Cute, flattering, and affordable? Sign us up! The abstract patterned top can be worn in multiple ways (Simone wore it strapless), while the matching skirt has an adorable ruching detail that hugs…

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