LIFESTYLE

In some parts of the country, spring is certainly taking a bit longer to arrive than you might have hoped. But look at the bright side: That will make warm weather’s arrival all the sweeter. Kacey Musgraves, for one, isn’t waiting another day to bust out her cutest bikini. In photos shared on her Twitter, Musgraves wore the Frankies Bikinis Claire Triangle Terry Bikini Top in Positano Stripe ($85) and Barb Terry Bikini Bottoms in Positano Stripe ($90), and now I’m convinced I need the pieces as well.

As a cherry on top, Musgraves also wore a pair of matching Johnson Striped Terry Pants ($140) that look as comfortable as my baggy sweats but a whole lot chicer. As it happens, her bikini and pants are part of a collection that also includes a polo shirt, shorts, cardigan, mini skirt, and more. A Musgraves-approved item for every day of the … Read the rest

Okay, Shopbop—we see you. Yep, the mega-retailer just kicked off one of its big sale events of the season: The Style Event. Now through April 16, you can save up to 25{6c217faeda4b498c6d96a863fcc36608937399471dd824f5a48045596c462c5c} off with code STYLE. Specifically, you can get 15{6c217faeda4b498c6d96a863fcc36608937399471dd824f5a48045596c462c5c} off orders of $200+, 20{6c217faeda4b498c6d96a863fcc36608937399471dd824f5a48045596c462c5c} off orders of $500+, and 25{6c217faeda4b498c6d96a863fcc36608937399471dd824f5a48045596c462c5c} off orders of $800+. 

While there are pages and pages of fresh merch to go through, we thought we’d sort through some of it for you here with an edit of wardrobe staples you may want to consider buying during the sale. We’re talking about versatile items like A+ jeans, chic shoe picks, quality basics, and more. 

With all that in mind, keep scrolling for a list of items you might not regret buying. You could add a few of the items coming … Read the rest

Regardless of your hair type—coily, thick and wavy, fine and short—mastering the art of the perfect air-dry is, in fact, an art. Sure, blow-dryers, straighteners, and curling irons can throw plenty of arm-breaking curveballs your way, but mastering the au naturel, step-out-of-the-shower-and-go aesthetic is an intimidating beast in and of itself. With so many potential variables like climate, products, application timing, and hair texture, things can go awry quickly, and there definitely isn’t a one-size-fits-all prescription.

Air-drying your hair with celeb-level finesse can be a total crapshoot, but we’re here to change that. Enter a course in Expert Air-Drying 101, courtesy of one of the best hairstylists in the industry, Cynthia Alvarez. 

Working with clients with a wide variety of lengths and textures (her regulars include Shakira, Maye Musk, and Dascha Polanco), Alvarez knows a thing or two about styling every kind of strand situation—with or without tools. To stock … Read the rest

The 2000s are back, baby. As you may recall, it was an era defined by low-rise pants, fuzzy pink everything, and AOL instant messenger. (Do you remember your first screen name or are you normal?) Some of the most iconic and still-talked-about fashion moments of all time happened during this period and we’re still feeling the reverb to this day. Another area of excellence from the 2000s that still informs our lives? The hairstyles.

From chunky highlights to braided antennas and, of course, spiky buns galore, the go-to hairstyles from this time were truly something special. And the queens of the cool girls like Hilary Duff, Raven-Symoné, the Olsen twins, and Jennifer Lopez (yes, she’s been killing it for decades!) were serving up daily inspiration for executing all the crimps, curls, and colors.

If you’re feeling nostalgic, keep scrolling for 11 2000s hairstyles we would low-key wear today, along with … Read the rest

Our editor in chief, Kat Collings, recently shared with us a special gem she is wearing on repeat at the moment. Naturally, we wanted to highlight the staple for you as well. The piece in question? This $14 ribbed tank from Amazon.

The Kamissy piece looks quite expensive (honestly, could be designer) because of the modern, higher cut and the ribbed fabric. The color is also noteworthy in the of-the-moment beige hue. The beauty of this trendy basic is that it’s highly versatile and could act as a base layer for a range of ensembles this spring and summer. In fact, Collings actually sent over a few photos showcasing how she’s styling her favorite tank.

Intrigued? Wonderful. Keep scrolling to learn more about why this expensive-looking tank is top-notch. If you go a bit farther, you’ll also find more affordable tank tops (under $30) that could also be of interest. … Read the rest