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March 23, 2022 at 03:54PM When the Met Gala makes its return to 5th Avenue the first Monday in May, expect a great deal of glitz and turn-of-the-century glamour. The Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Costume Institute announced it will stage “In America: An Anthology of Fashion” as the second installment of September 2021’s Met Gala “In America: A Lexicon of Fashion.” But New York Times’ Chief Fashion Critic Vanessa Friedman revealed earlier this week that this year’s theme could perhaps be interchangeably referred to as “Gilded Glamour.” It seems two words have never inspired such speculation as visions of Gilded Age attire have left the internet divided between literal interpretations of the era’s patina of opulence and more historic references. The period was deemed gilded, not golden. That is, thinly veiled with lavish delusions. This American epoch (its name derived from Mark Twain’s 1873…

March 23, 2022 at 01:31PM Dearest readers, the wait is nearly over. Bridgerton season two premieres this Friday on Netflix, and in the words of Queen Charlotte herself, we wish to be entertained! Here’s what we know from the latest trailer: As per the book series by Julia Quinn, this season centers around the oldest Bridgerton offspring Anthony and his luxurious love triangle involving the Sharma sisters. Desperate to find the perfect Viscountess to his Viscount status, he quickly sets his sights on new Ton arrival Edwina (Charithra Chandran). Courting her, however, becomes a challenge as her older sister Kate (Simone Ashley) disapproves of the match. In a Pride & Prejudice-esque montage, the two appear to be engaged in a battle of wits but can’t seem to take their eyes off of each other — are you swooning yet? We also get glimpses…

March 22, 2022 at 08:05PM It’s no secret that Bridgerton’s captivating storylines are driven by strong women. Sure, the period drama gives us plenty of regency glamour and steamy romance scenes, but its beauty is ultimately rooted in female agency, sisterhood and friendships. These themes are front and center in the upcoming second season, thanks to newcomer Kate Sharma, played by Simone Ashley. When Lady Whisteldown’s gossip-filled society returns to Netflix on March 25, it will follow the story of Anthony, the eldest Bridgerton sibling and viscount, as he tries to find a wife that meets his impossible standards. Kate, who has just moved to London from India with her younger sister Edwina (Charithra Chandran) and mother Mary (Shelley Conn), clashes with the viscount instantly, despite their palpable chemistry. Photography Courtesy of Liam Daniel/NetflixAnthony has met his match in Kate: she is stubborn,…

March 21, 2022 at 09:16PM Zoë Kravitz can pull off just about any hairstyle. And over the years, she’s changed her look enough times to prove it. The actor has tried a bleach blonde bob, an upper cut, braids, and in The Batman, she pulls the pixie out from her beauty repertoire once again. As Catwoman (played by Kravitz), Selina Kyle’s ability to alter her persona can be seen in the different hairstyles she chooses. If she’s trying to deceive someone or play a part, Kyle selects one of her many wigs that vary in colour and length. But when she’s her most authentic self, the pixie comes out to play. It’s a versatile cut that represents the character’s personal freedom. And in the real world, more and more celebs (like Alexa Demie and Florence Pugh) are choosing to snip their strands. Why?…

March 21, 2022 at 05:34PM It would seem that social media is split into a few camps: the Shein-haulers, the second hand shoppers and the luxury-loving high-spenders. As someone who keeps her purse strings tight, I feel like I’m missing out. In the past, especially during times of emotional distress, I turned to shopping as a source of comfort. It’s a seemingly innocent habit that can cause some serious damage, like overwhelming debt, anxiety and fractured relationships. For me, overspending also manifested itself physically in headaches, nausea and insomnia. But let me be clear: There’s nothing wrong with spending your money on designer brands if you can afford the price tag. The problem arises when it threatens your financial security, which can in turn threaten your well-being. It’s why Alyssa Davies, author of the 100-Day Financial Goal Journal and founder of personal finance…

March 19, 2022 at 01:30PM Jimmy Choo launches a jewellery collection Photography courtesy of Jimmy ChooJust when you thought Jimmy Choo couldn’t get any more glamorous, it goes and launches a jewellery collection. The perfect extension of its iconic shoes, the selection features lots of sparkly embellishments, pearly accents and monogram moments. But the true stars are the literal star pieces shaped to resemble the signature Jimmy Choo emblem and are adorned with Swarovski crystals. Banana Republic embraces its preppy heritage Photography courtesy of Banana RepublicCalling all wannabe polo players — Banana Republic’s new gender-inclusive collection, ‘BR Athletics,’ is for you. Preppy blazers, stripes and sweater vests abound in this assortment that appears as if it came right out of the 1920s and would look very at home in a posh country club. Available in sizes XS-XXL, this is one athletic uniform we…

March 19, 2022 at 01:30PM Jimmy Choo launches a jewellery collection Photography courtesy of Jimmy ChooJust when you thought Jimmy Choo couldn’t get any more glamorous, it goes and launches a jewellery collection. The perfect extension of its iconic shoes, the selection features lots of sparkly embellishments, pearly accents and monogram moments. But the true stars are the literal star pieces shaped to resemble the signature Jimmy Choo emblem and are adorned with Swarovski crystals. Banana Republic embraces its preppy heritage Photography courtesy of Banana RepublicCalling all wannabe polo players — Banana Republic’s new gender-inclusive collection, ‘BR Athletics,’ is for you. Preppy blazers, stripes and sweater vests abound in this assortment that appears as if it came right out of the 1920s and would look very at home in a posh country club. Available in sizes XS-XXL, this is one athletic uniform we…

March 19, 2022 at 01:30PM Fenty Skin’s fragrance-free products are making fans really happy Photography courtesy of Fenty SkinRih is always looking out. Even though we’re all obsessing over her maternity style right now, can we take a moment to discuss the newest addition to the Fenty world? The Fenty Skin Start’rs Bundle — including the Total Cleans’r, Fat Water and Hydra Vizor — is now available sans fragrance. “I created Fenty Skin so that everyone could have access to and enjoy skincare that really works…. Giving people that option for skincare with fragrance and also fragrance-free now really helps us expand on our mission of making skincare for everyone,” Rihanna said in a press release. The products are available for a limited time, but if they perform well, they may just become a forever thing. And not to get you excited, but is…

March 18, 2022 at 04:23PM Zac Posen is no stranger to suits. In fact, he’s worn many over his lifetime — black ones, blue ones, skinny ones and extravagant ones. But he’s also worn a lot of hats (see what I did there?): a celeb-favourite fashion designer, bridal designer, a former judge on Project Runway, former creative director of Brooks Brothers, designer of Delta Air Lines’ new uniforms, cookbook author and the subject of the documentary House of Z. So it’s fitting that his latest endeavour as the costume designer of The Outfit fuses both his passion for suiting and his diverse background. View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Zac Posen (@zacposen) The film, starring Mark Rylance, Zoey Deutch, Dylan O’Brien and Johnny Flynn, takes place in the fifties in Chicago and follows British tailor Leonard (Rylance) as he tries…

March 18, 2022 at 01:30PM Five years into using natural deodorant, I came to a horrible realization: I smelled — and it wasn’t just a light, feminine musk or the antique must of a used-book store; it was more like a sweaty gym sock that had been festering in a duffle bag for a month or the rancid bloom of a corpse flower. It wasn’t that I’d had this problem for years on end. However, something about the combination of entering my 30s and exercising more regularly had transformed my body into a stink factory capable of producing the most foul olfactory sensations. Not even regular “hippie showers” (rubbing one’s armpits aggressively with a damp washcloth) could stave off the cartoon cloud of scent that emanated from my body as if I were Pigpen, Charlie Brown’s bedraggled co-conspirator. I began using natural deodorant…