Test Recipe Demo PostDecember 27, 2021 at 07:06PM Test Recipe Demo Post This honey pear galette is both elegant and very easy to make. We use a simple store-bought pie crust, thinly sliced pear, and a simple brown sugar and pecan sprinkle to create a galette with a crispy crust and soft filling. READ: Test Recipe Demo Post Continue Reading… Author Lee Funke | citywomen.co Selected by CWC
December 27, 2021 at 06:45PM With a first look at Issa, Molly, Kelli, and Tiffany’s outfits at their college reunion in episode one, Insecure’s fifth season would also be a fashion finale with a tour de force of looks. We were treated to a glimpse of the girls’ easy takes on denim, a sporty tracksuit and fresh plaid for Issa, and a memorable scene with Molly’s Amina Muaddi heels right off the bat, putting style front and center in their story. These covetable yet relatable looks are another testament to the expertise of costume designer Shiona Turini, who took the helm of the show’s wardrobe again for the last season. Between the Nathan-or-Lawrence drama, Shiona’s high-low wardrobing was a constant, balancing emerging labels and vintage items with favorites like Telfar. And, while Insecure has always made style a central theme; we venture to…
December 27, 2021 at 05:33PM The epitome of growth. On Dec. 26, Insecure wrapped up its fifth and final season, giving fans closure and characters happy endings in a string of flash-forwards. While the show has been centered around Issa Dee (Issa Rae), it’s her group of girls and their professional and personal plot lines that have kept us locked in since 2015, which is why it was so important for the finale to touch on each of them. But we’re here to talk about Molly (Yvonne Orji) and Taurean (Leonard Robinson) and their beautiful love story that was complete with a stunning Oscar de la Renta wedding dress. Fans were ecstatic to see Molly and Taurean tie the knot in a gorgeous European ceremony accompanied by bridesmaids in red dresses, a tear-jerking father-daughter dance, and a beautiful tribute to Molly’s late mother.…
December 27, 2021 at 04:23PM Gabrielle Union-Wade celebrated the end of the holiday season (and the entry into the new year) sitting poolside in a purple drawstring bikini by Andrea Iyamah. The glow of the sunset in the distance might have been one factor that led us to stop in our tracks, but the design detail is also pretty extraordinary. Featuring a striking cut that frames the bust with underwire and also gives way to ruched cap sleeves, the crop top is immaculate, while the bottom is gathered at the center and comes in a flattering high-rise silhouette. It’s no surprise we noticed - Nigerian designer Andrea Dumebi Iyamah, who is also famous for her striking resort wear, has been churning out pieces that celebrate her African heritage and her own contemporary take on femininity since 2011. You’d be hard-pressed to find a…
December 27, 2021 at 02:30PM Global luxury brands may still be trying to figure out the one-size-fits-all equation for tapping the elusive and prolific consumers in China, but Chinese designers have always had a leg up on understanding what their country’s consumers are looking for — especially during the pandemic. There’s no question that many still lust after the latest and greatest from international luxe brands, but for today’s Gen Z shoppers, mixing cool emerging local designers with their Chanels, Diors and Bottega Venetas has never had so much clout. With two Chinese designers, Rui Zhou and Shuting Qiu, among the 20 names shortlisted for the semifinals of this year’s LVMH Prize for Young Fashion Designers (a.k.a. one of the most prestigious fashion awards), a new crop of designers is making waves by showcasing their talent and personality — and the rest of…
December 27, 2021 at 02:00PM Considering the mess of a year we’ve had, we should all be slightly shocked at how good the red carpet fashion was in 2021. And when I say good, I mean seriously good. In February, it was clear that 2021 was done with loungewear and ready to party when not even a virtual carpet could keep Law Roach down. As Anya Taylor-Joy emerged onto the Golden Globes screen decked out in an emerald green Dior gown, the stylist cemented his fashion fairy godmother status then and there. And if we’re being honest, this list could’ve easily been an “Ode to Roach” as his looks for Taylor-Joy, Tom Holland, and Zendaya topped our collective best dressed mental directories. But while Cynthia Erivo, H.E.R, Emma Corrin and Olivia Rodrigo also brought their A+ style game, the real rising stars this…
December 27, 2021 at 02:00PM If you’ve somehow managed to avoid downloading TikTok all this time, consider giving in now. Built for bite-sized videos, TikTok has been a proper goldmine for hacks of all varieties in 2021, especially when it came to beauty. We love an over-the-top makeup look, but always welcome ways to simplify our routines — if only to pass the time by learning something new. We’ve rounded up some of the best TikTok beauty hacks of 2021 — from heatless curls and the wolf cut to slugging and lip contouring — as demonstrated by some of our favourite TikTok users, below. 1. Retain moisture by “slugging” The name could use a rebrand, but slugging might be the easiest hack we’ve learned all year. To retain moisture (especially in the dry winter months), simply finish off your nighttime skincare routine with…
Christmas 2021 recapDecember 27, 2021 at 11:44AM Hi friends! How are you? I hope you’re having a wonderful day and that those who were celebrating are recovering from the festivities. I spent all day yesterday in my pajamas (took a break to lie horizontally in the sauna blanket) wondering what the heck just happened. 🙂 I’m back in the swing of things and heading out to teach a morning aerobics class. For today’s post, I’m sharing a recap from our Christmas adventures! It was an amazing week with family and friends, and I always love the chance to get together and celebrate. Christmas 2021 recap Earlier last week, we went to stay at the Fairmont Princess in Scottsdale, and they do Christmas RIGHT. If you live close by, I highly, highly recommend it. (We went last year right before Christmas and decided it…
Best SautĂ©ed ShrimpDecember 27, 2021 at 10:00AM Best SautĂ©ed Shrimp Get perfectly sautĂ©ed shrimp every single time with this easy and fool-proof step-by-step tutorial on how to cook shrimp on the stove! This sautĂ©ed shrimp recipe comes with the most delicious marinade and toasted spices. It’s a quick and healthy seafood option to make on the stove. The Best Way to SautĂ© Shrimp This sautĂ©d shrimp recipe is… Browse READ: Best SautĂ©ed Shrimp Continue Reading… Author Linley Richter | citywomen.co Selected by CWC
December 27, 2021 at 08:00AM We may have to wait a while longer before we can start donning the clothes spring/summer 2022 has to offer (that or risk freezing—winter has just begun after all), but there is one item from the runway that we can start adding to our wardrobes imminently: handbags. Ideal for impatient types, handbags are the easiest way to kick-start your new-season capsule. And seeing as bags were at the bottom of our shopping priorities at the start of 2021, due to the pandemic and spending time indoors, now’s the moment to make up for lost time.Luckily for said impatient types, we’ve discovered that many of the top handbag trends we spotted on the runway are already on the shopping circuit. What are these trends, we hear you ask? Well, they’re a versatile bunch.Texture remains a key accessory aesthetic, though the…