Lord, Grant Me the Strength of the Rings Holding Together Ashanti’s Cutout Dress

August 23, 2021 at 05:52PM Note to self: don’t invite Ashanti to your future birthday parties unless you’d like her to steal the spotlight with her outfit choice. Such was the case at Fat Joe’s 51st birthday shindig in New York City last week - although the rapper looked dapper in a Tiffany blue suit, Ashanti was undoubtedly the center of attention in her daring dress. The Grammy-winning singer likely gave other guests whiplash when she waltzed into the party wearing a formfitting minidress that featured numerous cutouts and was held together by just three metallic rings. Covered in a blue and black tropical print, the sexy design hails from Louisa Ballou, whose dresses have popped up on the ‘grams of Chloe Bailey, Dua Lipa, and SZA, to name a few famous fashionistas. With input from stylist Tim B, Ashanti paired her dress…

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14 Thoughtful Gifts for Virgos That Just Make Sense

August 23, 2021 at 05:57PM Virgo season is here, folks! And that means it’s time to give back to the most generous of the zodiac signs, so — in true Virgo fashion — we’ve curated the perfect gift list for these sweethearts. The detail-oriented Virgo has a knack for sniffing out an item of good quality, and your best Virgo pal will appreciate these elevated essentials without too many unnecessary frills. Think: a sleek, water-resistant backpack from Rains, or Sorel boots that prove practicality and style needn’t be mutually exclusive. Everything Virgos do is intentional, and nothing is left up to chance. Cater to their meticulous nature with a clever customizable eyeshadow palette will check off every box. And for those who opt for a more fresh face, Maison Margiela’s latest Replica scent Autumn Vibes, reminiscent of the woody trails and ruby-red leaves…

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BeyoncĂ©’s Rodeo-Themed Ivy Park Collection Is Here – So, Giddy Up!

August 23, 2021 at 05:50PM On the heels of her latest Flex swimwear collection, BeyoncĂ©’s new rodeo-themed lineup for Ivy Park x Adidas, has landed. The 58-piece collection celebrates the impact of Black men and women on American Western culture and delivers plenty of denim just in time for fall. Its contemporary riff on Americana includes a denim bodysuit, breakaway denim track pants, cow-print activewear separates, and even denim chaps, all in inclusive sizing from XXXS to 4XL, and priced from $25 to $200. And, for the first time, this Ivy Park drop will also feature a 16-piece capsule for kids, which mirrors much of the main collection - so cue those BeyoncĂ© and Blue matching moments. Here, check out the full collection campaign and shop your favorite pieces. Related: Tina Knowles Was Mistaken For Daughter BeyoncĂ© in Her Ivy Park Rodeo Gear,…

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Demi Lovato’s “Melon Cake” Video Is a Burst of Energy and Colorful Designer Looks to Match

August 23, 2021 at 05:32PM Demi Lovato celebrated their 29th birthday in part by releasing “Melon Cake,” which celebrates the singer, songwriter, and actor’s healing journey and progress in mental health. Demi worked with longtime stylist Siena Montesano on pulling colorful designer looks for the production, which was directed by Hannah Lux Davis and photographed for wardrobe stills by Demi’s photographer Angelo Kritikos. While Demi’s black embellished Dolce & Gabbana suit gets a Western touch from the custom sequined Gladys Tamez Millinery hat, along with an upgrade from Chanel jewelry, their next turn is to a printed Dries Van Noten zodiac shirt, which we can really appreciate. It seems like Demi has a closet full of fun, casual button-downs like the one they chose for this video, and it’s a style move we can definitely get behind. Demi finishes off the moment by…

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Love ‘Em or Hate ‘Em, Clogs Will Be Everywhere This Fall

August 23, 2021 at 05:20PM Your SO will hate them and your best friend will question them, but I can assure you, clogs are the shoes all the cool girls will be wearing this fall. Originating in Europe in the early 1300s, clogs were initially created and worn for various styles of dancing and were mainly worn by those whom society deemed to be the “lower class” at the time. However, over the last few centuries and certainly up to now, clogs have become a staple in many wardrobes due to their ease, longevity and just all-out quirkiness. Related: Invest in These 8 Shoe Trends For Fall, Because They’re Sticking Around All Year Now, I fully realize and accept that clogs simply aren’t for everyone. But whether you’re obsessed with them or treading on the thin line between love and hate, I encourage…

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Megan Thee Stallion Raps in a $75 Neon-Green Shorts Set and New Must-Have Bag

August 23, 2021 at 04:21PM Megan Thee Stallion dropped her new “Tuned in Freestyle” video just in time for some Monday morning online shopping - because the rest of the week can wait. The American rapper and songwriter, who’s already focused on her next album and recently covered Sports Illustrated’s iconic Swimsuit Issue, tapped designer Shane Justin for a neon lace shorts set, which she proceeded to wear with fluffy slippers, Versace Medusa sunglasses, and a new It bag from Marshall Columbia (Dua Lipa and Bella Hadid are also fans). She was in monochrome green from head to toe, and if you caught those gemstone hoops shaped like flowers, which played up her diamond-encrusted chain-link jewelry, those were really the icing on the cake. While many musicians probably record their music in sweats, a video capturing Megan’s casual-cool, behind-the-scenes style is something else…

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Our Superlatives Are In: The Most Memorable Celebrity Style of the Summer

August 23, 2021 at 04:03PM This summer, we welcomed the return of Cannes, the Olympics, in-person performances, premieres, parties, and all the celebrity style that goes along with them. We saw a return to glamour, to dressing up, and to feeling all those feelings about fashion again - ahhh! We forgot how much we missed seeing Lady Gaga prowling the streets in platforms; we celebrated newcomers, like Gossip Girl’s Evan Mock showing off his brand of skater-cum-fashion-pro; and we couldn’t get enough of Lizzo’s inimitable casual cool. There were moments we never saw coming - like a Bennifer reunion and J Lo’s low-rise khakis, both of which had us feeling like it was 2002 again. Then, there were the ones we waited for: photos of Ariana Grande’s surprise at-home wedding and her custom Vera Wang bridal gown. It’s impossible to pick favorites -…

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Beyoncé Wears a Historic 128.54 Carat Tiffany Diamond in Front of a Rare Basquiat Painting

August 23, 2021 at 02:52PM Tiffany & Co.’s new campaign “About Love” celebrates one of the greatest modern love stories between JAY-Z and BeyoncĂ© Knowles-Carter. As a collaboration between the Carters and Tiffany & Co., About Love features BeyoncĂ© wearing a historic 128.54 carat Tiffany yellow diamond with a ‘60s-inspired black gown that references Audrey Hepburn’s character in Breakfast at Tiffany’s (1961). The Carters also pose in front of Jean-Michel Basquiat’s never-before-seen “Equals Pi” (1982) painting for the couple’s first campaign together - and a new creative vision for the jewelry brand under LVMH. “BeyoncĂ© and JAY-Z are the epitome of the modern love story,” Tiffany & Co.’s executive vice president Alexandre Arnault said in a press statement. “As a brand that has always stood for love, strength and self-expression, we could not think of a more iconic couple that better represents Tiffany’s…

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We Solved One Zoë Kravitz and Channing Tatum-Related Mystery: The Source of Her Slip Dress

August 22, 2021 at 09:22PM We’re not sure what’s going on with ZoĂ« Kravitz and Channing Tatum, but we are sure that her silk slip dress is going straight into our shopping cart. On Friday, the rumored couple took another bike outing in NYC. As people try to untangle the clues of their relationship status, we’ll be taking notes on what ZoĂ«’s wearing: a sky blue Araks dress, for starters. Very few hold a candle to ZoĂ«’s casual, yet elevated, street style. This outfit serves as evidence why. ZoĂ«’s slip dress could easily be an evening gown, but for her daytime stroll through the city, she kept it summery with minimal gold jewelry, a large shoulder bag, sunglasses, yellow heels, and the most essential of accessories, an iced coffee. Channing wore jeans and an oversized tee, and carried his own coffee and bike…

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Homemade Granola Bars

Homemade Granola BarsAugust 22, 2021 at 08:47PM Homemade Granola Bars Looking for a homemade granola bar recipe? These healthy granola bars are a no-bake recipe made with rolled oats, peanut butter, honey, and chocolate chips for good measure. Make Your Own Homemade Granola Bars! If you know anything about us, you know that we always like to have homemade snacks on hand for when hunger… Browse READ: Homemade Granola Bars Continue Reading… Author Lee Funke | citywomen.co Selected by CWC

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