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I Tried TikTok’s Gas Station Core Trend and Felt Like Britney Spears in “Crossroads”October 24, 2023 at 08:23PMI think gas stations first became a source of style inspiration for me after watching Lucy Wagner (Britney Spears) sing “Bye, Bye, Bye” in her bucket hat in the back seat of a yellow convertible. The movie was “Crossroads,” released in 2002, and it was full of fashion ingenuity. Wagner later filled up the tank of her Buick in velour pants, a graphic tee, and messy ponytail - and that scene was pictured on the . It’s an outfit I will always associate with gas-station fashion.“You’re probably going to think everything is heinous but it’s a mindset shift…don’t judge a gas station by its cover!” So, when WSJ named artist Josie Francis the face of the latest viral TikTok trend, gas station core, I was instantly…

Metallic Fashion Is Taking Over TikTok - Here’s How to Style the Trend For FallOctober 24, 2023 at 08:15PMThe ‘80s called - and (as with all great trends) it seems the loud, flashy, and downright robotic styles of fashion’s grooviest decade have been brought back to life with the help of TikTok. It’s true: metallic clothing has made its long-awaited return to mainstream fashion, with major designers and celebrities alike all infusing their own twist into the shimmery style fad. Even Beyoncé played into the metallic fashion craze when she asked her fans to don their best silver ensembles when attending her “Renaissance” World Tour shows.Whether you’re hoping to experiment with the trend this season or you lived it in real time and are already digging through your closet to revive those storied pieces, there are so many fun ways to play around…

TikTok Is on the Hunt For the “Hoodiest” Hoodie - Shop the Coziest HereOctober 24, 2023 at 06:50PMIf your TikTok For You page looks anything like mine, you’ve probably heard the word “hoodie” way too many times in the past few weeks. Earlier in October, creator Julia Huynh shared a video defining exactly what makes a hoodie “hoodie” - aka a comfortable, oversize hoodie that’s also stylish - garnering over 10 million views and thousands of comments with recommendations for the perfect hoodie that’s both cool and cozy.After much demand, Huynh, explained her essential criteria for “hoodies that hoodie.” According to the TikToker, that includes the following: a drop shoulder or raglan sleeve; a wide, boxy fit; 100 percent cotton material; cuffs that aren’t too tight; a huge hood; a large neck opening that doesn’t swipe your makeup; and no hoodie strings. The…

33 Outfits That Show Kim Kardashian’s Dramatic Style EvolutionOctober 24, 2023 at 05:00PMIf there’s anyone who manages to keep up with the many cycles of fashion, it’s Kim Kardashian. The reality TV star has been in the limelight for two decades now, achieving multi-hyphenate status, with her hand in almost every industry. Apart from dominating the media with her family’s infamous “Keeping Up With The Kardashians” show, which eventually gave way to Hulu’s “The Kardashians”, the 42-year-old has made quite the name for herself. She’s appeared on many a magazine cover, modeled across several brand campaigns, and enjoyed success with various business ventures, from SKKN By Kim to Skims. As the billionaire continues to craft her own lane, her attention-grabbing fashion sense stands in a league of its own. Over the years, Kardashian’s worn show-stopping looks that still spark conversation. Matching oversize Louis…

Ariana Grande Wins the “Ugly”-Shoe Trend With These Deflated Balloon HeelsOctober 24, 2023 at 12:35AMAriana Grande’s latest heels really pop. In an Oct. 23 Instagram gallery, the singer and actor drew footwear inspiration from the land of Oz, trading ruby slippers for a pair of yellow Loewe heels covered in deflated balloons. The imaginative shoes feature hand-embroidered bunches of latex, with balloons sewn onto 3.5-inch heels to create a unique, bubbly texture. Aside from the unconventional medium and puffy exterior, the borderline comical shoes are also lined in leather (not that you could really tell). Grande’s feet practically disappeared within rubber mountains of premature party decor. She let the balloons have their moment, styling them down with light-wash jeans and a cozy sweater. Other celebrities braving the same shoes leaned into the drama, such as Indya Moore, who wore the heels with a…

Bethann Hardison Talks Racism in Fashion: “The White Model Got More”October 23, 2023 at 11:00PMNearly five years ago, in New York City, fashion-industry luminaries congregated at Central Park. The special occasion was to commemorate the 50th anniversary of Ralph Lauren. Surrounded by porcelain-tile and sandstone pillars, Lauren received a standing ovation from the world’s most famous celebrities: Oprah Winfrey, Robert De Niro, Steven Spielberg, Anna Wintour, Kanye West. One by one, he thanked guests who had formed a line in Bethesda Terrace, shaking hands, smiling, waving, and lightly kissing people on the cheek. Then he saw a gray-haired woman dressed in black near the end of the line. As they embraced, Lauren immediately began to cry while she held his face. That woman was Bethann Hardison, and she is no stranger to the emotion people display at the thought of her impact.“The advertisers…

22 Cardigan Outfit Ideas to Try This SeasonOctober 23, 2023 at 10:52PMCardigans are a wardrobe essential, but they also happen to be consistently trendy. What’s the newest stylish take on cardigan outfits? Well, with an influx of ‘90s and early-aughts looks over the past several seasons, the current trend is all about wearing these sweaters as tops, whether it’s thin and cropped like a baby tee or rendered in a classic silhouette in a bright color or logo pattern. The cardigan styles out there truly run the gamut. You can layer a cropped cardigan over a dress, a short-sleeved cardigan on top of a long-sleeved shirt, a long cardigan sweater over a skirt, or simply throw on a cardigan dress. There are also chunkier and lightweight cardigans out there that are great for styling as tops, too. If duster cardigan or long cardigan…

17 of Serena Williams’s Most Iconic Fashion Moments Through the YearsOctober 23, 2023 at 10:35PMSerena Williams’ talent on the tennis court is largely unmatched - and the same can be said about her style on and off the court as well. The 41-year-old tennis player (and soon to be mother of two) is well-known not only for the competitions she’s won, but also the looks that she serves all the while. Whether bodysuits, tutus, or even blazers, Williams certainly takes her style A-game with her to the court. She’s a noted designer as well, collaborating with brands like Nike and HSN, as well as launching her own apparel line, aptly named Serena. Her fashion eye doesn’t stop there, however, as she’s stepped onto some of the biggest red carpets (and runways) of the world with looks that not only stun, but also allow…