Update: For those who would like to take a closer look at those photos Kylie put on Tyga's cupcakes, she's been sharing them on Instagram. They appear to be from a very cozy couple's shoot, for which they both went topless.
This story was originally published on November 18.
Tyga is turning 27 on Saturday and Kylie Jenner decided to throw him an early surprise birthday party with the help of his son, King Cairo. To celebrate, Jenner invited over a few of their friends, and ordered a lot of sweet treats. There was the regular ol' birthday cake which Tyga blew out with the help of King, and then were these oddly erotic cupcakes, specially chosen by Jenner herself.
The cupcakes were quite unique and on-brand for the couple. They featured butts and breasts made out of icing. Jenner shared videos of the impromptu party on Snapchat, and in one of them Tyga is suggestively touching one of the butt cupcakes. He says, "Gotta make it look real. Gotta flatten it a little bit." To which Jenner audibly gasps and says "Babeeeee." Because, we all know the Kardashians butts are all REAL! The nerve.
Jenner also shared a close-up picture of the rest of the cupcakes which featured all of Tyga's favorite things: money, bling, his son, and of course, her.
Just when you thought you could escape it, over-the-knee-boot season is back again. That, of course, means you find yourself asking: "How the hell do I wear these?"
Well, allow Instagram to be your manual. We know over-the-knee boots can be one of the most difficult shoes to pull off, but this time around, the right styling can have you realizing that they're not as intimidating as they may seem.
Lately, it's all about offsetting the tight, high boot with oversized, laid-back silhouettes or impactful volume up top. That means trying an of-the-moment fashion hoodie or a cozy, intentionally oversized sweater to create a look that's bound to work every single time. If you're not interested in showing too much skin, you can always play it a little more conservative with tights and leggings. Miniskirts aren't off limits, either.
There truly is a way for everyone to wear these tricksters (we promise) — especially if you use the outfits ahead as your guiding light. We don't know if this is what was meant by that whole, "When they go low, we go high," statement, but these looks will have you convinced to go way, way high with your boots this fall.
Pumpkin pie is a Thanksgiving staple for a reason. The origin story of your favorite pumpkin spice latte and those weird KFC Pumpkin Chicken Wraps starts with the humble desert. But have you ever thought about the origin story of the pie itself?
The people at the Today show, along with their partners at How Does It Grow , have it covered. It turns out that the original pumpkin pie was much more pumpkin than pie.
According to the How Does It Grow video, the English settlers' version was a spiced custard baked in a pumpkin. Dating back to the original Harvest Festival dinners, pilgrims would scoop out the insides of what we now call a "pie pumpkin." Then, it would be roasted. After the pumpkin was cooked, it would be filled with a custard and cooked again until the custard was set.
Ready to do a Thanksgiving #TBT with your favorite dessert? Follow-up question: Can we come over?
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Do you cry every week while watching This Is Us? Mandy Moore has bad news for you. Things are not going to get any easier anytime soon.
Moore shared a photo of herself and co-star Milo Ventimiglia along with a car full of their TV kids. In it, she thanks the fans for all their support, calling the outpouring of love "overwhelming and humbling." But then, she drops a bomb.
"Get ready — the next batch of episodes are heavy," Moore writes, after explaining that this week's episode includes a family road trip. Sorry, things weren't pretty heavy already? It gets worse?
We're wondering if we should expect a bombshell episode about Kevin? Or more details on how Jack died? Or is it that Kate and Toby are breaking up? Does William, Randall's birth father, die? Do literally all of these things happen at once? This show loves testing the limits of our emotions.
At a rally last year, Donald Trump said that he generally supported medical marijuana and its legality should be a state decision, The Washington Post reports. But Jeff Sessions, whom Trump plans to appoint as attorney general, has a different attitude.
"We need grown-ups in charge in Washington to say marijuana is not the kind of thing that ought to be legalized, it ought not to be minimized, that it’s, in fact, a very real danger," he said in April during a Senate hearing, according to The Washington Post. "This drug is dangerous, you cannot play with it, it is not funny, it’s not something to laugh about...good people don’t smoke marijuana."
He also said he believed Obama failed the country by not cracking down on legalization.
According to The New York Times, a Black lawyer who had worked with Sessions testified to Congress in 1986 that he'd said he considered the Ku Klux Klan "okay until I found out they smoked pot."
The Drug Policy Alliance's Ethan Nadelmann told The Post that Sessions' stance has major implications for the Trump administration. "Those who counted on Donald Trump’s reassurance that marijuana reforms ‘should be a state issue’ will be sorely disappointed," he said in a statement.
On top of that, Mike Pence is opposed to legalization of marijuana for both recreation and medical purposes, according to International Business Times.
On the state level, the 2016 election was a victory for those in favor of legalization. Four states voted to legalize recreational marijuana and three more voted to legalize medical marijuana. But the presidential election's results may tell a different story.
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Donald Trump shelled out $25 million on Saturday, November 19, to settle three lawsuits filed by more than 6,000 former Trump University students, NBC reports.
The suits claim Trump falsely advertised his school and left the students — who, according to The Guardian, paid as much as $35,000 for tuition — in debt. Plaintiffs say the instructors weren't selected by Trump, as promised, and that the classes did not, in fact, prepare students to become wealthy businesspeople. The students will split Trump's settlement fee and he'll also be paying up to $1 million to the state of New York.
On the same day, Trump tweeted that the motive behind the settlement was to "focus on our country." He added that if he'd devoted his time to the case, he would've won.
I settled the Trump University lawsuit for a small fraction of the potential award because as President I have to focus on our country.
The settlement doesn't require Trump to admit guilt and he maintains that he didn't mislead his students. In fact, he said in a presidential debate that alumni actually made "a lot of money by taking the course."
His critics say otherwise. The Guardian reports that Mitt Romney said in a speech before the primaries that Trump's "promises are as worthless as a degree from Trump University."
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Dunst shared the epic FBF behind-the-scenes picture of her trip to space, the final frontier, on Instagram. According to IMDb, Dunst played a character named Hedril in an episode called "Dark Page." In the episode, Hedril, a pupil of Lwaxana Troi, is learning to speak for the first time. Hedril's native language is telepathy.
Okay, enough with the Star Trek:TNG backstory. Dunst is wearing a space costume and holding a dog. We don't need to be able to read minds to get how adorable that is.
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Lauren Jauregui of Fifth Harmony addressed her sexuality, as well as her ethnicity, in an open letter to Donald Trump supporters published on Billboard last night.
Identifying herself as a proud "bisexual Cuban-American woman," the singer praises the bravery of immigrants like her parents and grandparents, who were willing to leave their homes in order to find a better life for their families. Acknowledging what she calls her own privilege — the "lighter complexion and green eyes" that make her someone who “passes” for white — Jauregui poignantly outlines why she feels the politics of Trump are a threat to her and fellow women. She feels that, after this polarizing election, many women “have no idea what their potential is."
Calling out Trump supporters who don't consider themselves to be racist, homophobic, xenophobic, or any other phobic as hypocrites who ultimately validated a campaign of discrimination and hate, Jauregui angrily lamented the ignorance of those who do not consider the misogyny that ran rampant in Trump's campaign to be, quite simply, a deal-breaker.
"Your words are worthless," she says, “because your actions have led to the single-handed destruction of all the progress we’ve made socially as a nation.”
In closing, Jauregui implores Trump supporters to do two things: "travel and read a history book." Because, she argues, almost all Americans came from immigrant families at some point: "None of us belong here, but all of us deserve the right to feel safe and live our lives in peace."
Since her open letter was published, Jauregui has received an outpouring of support and has taken to Twitter to thank her followers for the love — something they also offered in droves earlier this week after a leaked photo of the singer kissing another woman make the internet rounds.
Iconic French painter Claude Monet's Water Lilies series isn't just for the museum. With this ethereal eyeshadow look, we're evoking the radiant purples and blues of the legendary artist's watercolor brush strokes. Watch the video above to see the full look, then use the steps below to copy it at home. See, we always said you were a work of art.
Left Eye
One of the things that keeps this look arty — and makes it especially easy to copy — is the fact that the eyes are different. The left eye has more detail, so let's break that down first...
Step 1: Using a small, round shadow brush, lightly swipe a deep, earthy purple color in an arch shape. Start just above the inner corner of your eye, swipe it upwards, then diffuse the color into the crease.
Step 2. Dab a metallic neutral (like beige, silver, bronze, or gold) on the center of the eyelid. This brightens the eye.
Step 3. Use a clean smudging brush to soften the dark purple hue, extend the color at the beginning and end, then top it with a slightly brighter purple in the center. (By adding the deeper swipe first, you add dimension to the brighter purple.)
Step 4. Using a small shadow brush, apply a bright-blue shadow on the inner half of the eye lid and into the crease.
Step 5. Use a blending brush to soften the edges of your blue shadow.
Step 6. Using a small, angled brush, smudge your brighter purple into the bottom lash line. Buff any harsh edges with your blending brush.
Right Eye
This one is up to you — artist's choice!
Tip: Borrow whatever you like from the left eye and repeat it on the right. We opted for a bright purple swipe in the crease, a bit of the blue smudged under the eye, and a wash of the neutral over the lid.
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FYI: TBS' Search Party is the new show everyone's about to be talking about (just watch the full first episode here if you don't believe us). It's a mystery-thriller-meets-dark-comedy set against a Brooklyn backdrop. And aside from the nail-biting case of a missing person at the center of the show, the series boasts a cast of sassy, stylish, and wise-cracking twentysomethings who are basically #bestfriendgoals.
And if you haven't heard, Search Party has opened a pop-up shop inspired by the main characters' dope, downtown styles (and Brooklyn's one-of-a-kind aesthetic). Essentially, it's a cool, curated space you don't want to miss out on.
Still not convinced? Ahead, we've rounded up some of our favorite items you can find there. From books to beauty products to little black dresses, we promise you'll find something you've been searching for (or didn't even know you needed). And remember, these are only a handful of the treasures the shop is offering — in order to check out the whole bounty, be sure to come to 241 Bedford Avenue in Brooklyn from November 17 to 21 (open from 12 to 7 p.m.). And feel free to bring your own motley crew, too.
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Few things are more frustrating than an iPhone on the fritz. Case in point: the dreaded touch disease, which generally manifests as a flickering gray bar atop the screen and ultimately renders the device's touchscreen useless. The issue is widely reported by iPhone 6 Plus owners and often presents itself gradually, becoming worse over time until, eventually, the screen loses responsiveness altogether.
Despite widespread customer complaints and a class-action lawsuit, Apple has not acknowledged the problem — until now.
The company, which previously refused to help iPhone owners affected by "touch disease" unless the affected phone in question was still under warranty — a rarity for devices that are now two generations old — has launched a new repair program for the widely reported issue.
According to Apple, which will now fix your infected phone for a service price of $149 through its Multi-Touch Repair Program, "touch disease" is not a design flaw, but rather a result of "being dropped multiple times on a hard surface and then incurring further stress."
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When JoJo Fletcherchose Jordan Rodgers on The Bachelorette, she knew that she was choosing a partner with a complicated family backstory. Rodgers' brother, Aaron, the quarterback for the Green Bay Packers, came up a lot during the show. Pittsburgh Steelers' quarterback Ben Roethlisberger mentioned him during the football challenge at Heinz Field. JoJo also asked Jordan directly about his famous brother. Jordan mentioned it more than once, nowhere more poignantly (if anything in The Bachelorette is poignant) than during the hometown dates.
When JoJo visited the Rodgers' home in California, she met Jordan's parents and his other brother, Luke. There was some awkward talk about Aaron, but the family didn't go into many details about the rift.
An article published Friday on Bleacher Report claims to have more insight into that relationship. More specifically, the article outlines some troubling details about the Packers' quarterback. Aaron Rodgers allegedly has done things such as return Christmas gifts from his parents and has forbidden his family from coming to his games in Green Bay, WI. According to the story, he didn't attend his grandfather's funeral. The unnamed source also claims that if Rodgers' father wants to attend a game, he has to buy tickets from StubHub, just like any stranger would have to do.
It is important to note that Friday's article was looking for off-the-field answers to Aaron Rodgers' disappointing on-field play and wasn't necessarily focused on family issues. Additionally, the source for the personal information is described as being someone "who was close to Rodgers for years, but is among the many who have since been cut off by Rodgers entirely."
Aaron Rodgers has never really commented publicly about the situation or his brother's appearance on The Bachelorette, other than to say, "As far as those kinds of things go, I've always found that it's a little inappropriate to talk publicly about some family matters," he explained when asked about it during training camp. "I'm not going to speak on those things, but I wish him well in the competition."
After The Bachelorette finale, Jordan Rodgers said he would love to have his whole family at his wedding to Fletcher. Time will tell if that comes to pass.
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Prince William took a break from his efforts to build awareness about the illegal wildlife trade to take on a more personal issue. During a visit to a local talk show, he spoke about the challenges of being a husband and a parent, The Telegraph reports.
"As the other parents in the room will testify, there's wonderful highs and there's wonderful lows," he says with a laugh. He admits to struggling with the change from single "independent man" to husband and, now, father. He credits his wife, Catherine, saying that she's a wonderful wife and mother.
"I've learned a lot about myself and about family just from having my own children," he says.
The Duke of Cambridge notes that his son, George, is a "right little rascal sometimes," but a lovely boy.
As for Princess Charlotte, it seems that she might have thrown her father for a bit of a loop. Prince William admits that having a girl was a big change. "Bearing in mind, I haven't had a sister," he reminds the interviewer. "Having a daughter is a very different dynamic."
It isn't often that we see Prince William on a chat show, much less talking so openly about his young family. Such honesty and authenticity is always welcome.
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Last night, the Gilmore Girls premiere in Los Angeles was the debut of more than just the new series. (If you didn't get to attend, you'll be able to watch the Netflix series on November 25.) Actress Mae Whitman showed up in an adorably retro-themed T-shirt that marked her as Team Lorelai. A natural choice, since Whitman played Lauran Graham's TV daughter on Parenthood.
The great news is you can get your own! Whitman tweeted that designer Rachel Antonoff created the shirt, which will be available soon. According to Whitman, they will come in "with Lorelai" or "with Rory" options. That's your Christmas shopping list sorted for fans of all things Gilmore.
Now if only Rory could get some underwear from a nice designer. Or if we could just spend a little time in the Gilmore Girls wardrobe closet!
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Illustrated by John Lisle.Photographed by Christine Hahn.
Forget about building walls. The time has come for building stronger bridges instead. This Monday, November 21, the illuminating sun crosses the threshold into Sagittarius — the sign that governs diversity and cross-cultural relations. During this month-long solar cycle, idealism is great, action is greater. Be the safety pin instead of just wearing one: Sagittarius season might bring some real talk, but we also need to walk the path of our words. Small steps can bring seismic shifts. Start by reaching out with curiosity to someone from a different background or teaming up with a diverse group of neighbors to organize a gathering. Sagittarius is the truth-seeker of the zodiac, and it also rules the law. Protest or march if you're so moved, and also talk to the politically experienced people in your midst about actions you can take to preserve and protect your rights.
Thursday is Thanksgiving, and we'll all need an extra dose of willpower for this one. A rare and complex clash between outspoken Jupiter and shadowy Pluto could bring some volcanic energy to our celebrations. With Jupiter in Libra, the sign of justice, many people will feel compelled to voice what they feel is right. The trouble is, Pluto is parked in Capricorn, bringing power to conservative and patriarchal views. Talking turkey about the political climate could turn into a combustible mess. If you fear key relationships could go down in flames from your dinner conversation, detour to a different celebration. This is just not the time to play with fire, especially when it comes to family connections.
Sagittarius
November 22 to December 21
New week, new outlook — big time! The sun swings into Sagittarius for a month this Monday, restoring you to a proactive headspace. Your focus sharpens, your visionary skills take the fore, and some brilliant ideas could flow in, ready to be deployed. Summon that independent spirit, too. With the sun in your sign, you can lead by example, being the first to speak up or step out on behalf of a meaningful cause. Your birthday season is a time to let your hair down while also enjoying rapid personal growth. Invest in something meaningful and enriching, like a workshop (in India!) or leadership training that you can use to help make a difference in the world.
The more might not be the merrier on Thanksgiving, alas. While your ruler, Jupiter, is in your communal 11th house, he'll be checked by domineering Pluto in your house of values on Thanksgiving. As much as you think you can put aside differences and "let love rule," there's likely to be a button-pusher in the ranks. If you can't avoid the gathering, try to convince the host to serve it up buffet-style so you don't wind up in a group discussion that turns into a battle of wills! Check those retail-therapy impulses on Black Friday. Before you hit the sale racks, make a list (and check it twice). Consider carrying cash so you don't go over budget and wind up with a massive Visa bill. Be a discerning consumer, and you could score some real treasures!
Illustrated by John Lisle. Photographed by Christine Hahn.
Capricorn
December 22 to January 19
Surrender, Capricorn. That doesn't mean giving up the fight. But with the sun decamping to your healing, compassionate 12th house until December 21, you could use a break! This solar-powered month actually helps you see the "other side" clearly. You may never see eye to eye with your opposition — but can you understand what shaped their mindset? A willingness to suspend judgment (temporarily, at least) can help you craft a stronger case later on when you're ready to bridge the divide…or at least try. By the same token, there are certain people whose energy is eternally upsetting, or just plain vampiric. Over the next four weeks, you may do a little un-friending — or at least move certain people a bit further away from your sacred inner circle. Shield your field!
Thanksgiving is Thursday, and this one could be a challenger. With private Pluto in Capricorn and your house of self-expression clashing with candid Jupiter, you won't be in the mood to "talk turkey" about any touchy topics. But people around you will, and that could just rile up an angry response — and a vitriolic rant you were trying to avoid unleashing. Steer clear of the button-pushers and make sure you're sitting next to a like-minded soul at the table. On Friday, Pluto will sync up with amorous Venus in your sign, making you ultra-magnetic. Cupid could bring the healing salve for your Thanksgiving angst. If you're single, right-swipe away or make plans to meet up with a high school crush "for old time's sake." Mm-hmmm.
Illustrated by John Lisle. Photographed by Christine Hahn.
Aquarius
January 20 to February 18
Get in formation, Aquarius! This Monday, the sun swoops into Sagittarius and your humanitarian, collaborative 11th house. Your revolutionary spirit is never too far from the surface, but for the coming month it could bubble up like an eruptive volcano. Use your smarts, savvy, and natural organizing skills to make a statement. Social media, too, as the 11th house is the tech sector of the zodiac. Find community groups that speak to your ethos, or start one yourself. Your innovative mind is just what's needed, and you can make a difference in the world.
Thursday is Thanksgiving, but it might feel more like Independence Day for many Water Bearers. A cosmic clash between Jupiter and Pluto won't give you much patience for "let's avoid discussing the presidency" small talk or, really, much chatter at all. You'd rather be left alone to work on a creative project, daydream, and watch documentaries on YouTube. Give yourself the space you need, but don't leave people in the lurch if you promised to bring the wine for dinner or pick up a relative from the airport. Use the weekend as your retreat time instead — a spa day or a little trip out of the city would do your soul some good.
Illustrated by John Lisle. Photographed by Christine Hahn.
Pisces
February 19 to March 20
Dearest Pisces, your sensitive soul is no doubt in agony right now. As the zodiac's most compassionate sign, many Fish have found themselves in a state of helpless hand-wringing or straight-up heartbreak over the political events of late. Fortunately, the planets are throwing you a life raft and hauling you out of the emotion ocean that you've been drowning in. This Monday, the sun begins blazing a monthlong trail through your 10th house of leadership and goals. Shift into a solution-oriented mindset. What can be done, Pisces? Interestingly, the 10th house is the masculine realm, so collaborating with conscious men could be in the cards. Hey, maybe they'll lend you a hand in smashing that "highest of glass ceilings"? Stranger things have happened.
Keep your caretaking urges in check on Thanksgiving. A tangled angle between excessive Jupiter and controlling Pluto could leave you feeling overburdened — especially if you're trying to keep everyone happy! It's not your job to play peacemaker or middleman; in fact, that will probably be impossible this year. If you sense celebrations could be tense, duck out early for a volunteer shift — or show up late while everyone else is polishing off their pumpkin pie. An intimate celebration for two might be right up your alley. You can circle back with your peeps on Friday when a Venus-Pluto mashup restores your social-butterfly status.
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Aries
March 21 to April 19
Okay, Aries, enough moping around and telling all your friends that the rapture is happening. This Monday, the sun sails into compatible Sagittarius and fires up your can-do spirit. Embrace diversity. Those so-called differences don't have to divide: For the next four weeks, you're the zodiac's ambassador, tearing down walls instead of building them. Go out of your way to connect to neighbors and coworkers from different cultures. You might even form or join an existing alliance. Need to get away from it all? The next four weeks are an ideal time for traveling, passport a plus.
Speaking of travels, you might opt to spend Thanksgiving on a tropical beach instead of gathered around the table with people whose views are counter to your own. A tricky clash between outspoken Jupiter and conservative Pluto could ratchet up the tension with relatives this year. Holding your tongue has never been your specialty, Aries — and you could trade unfriendly fire with a man in your life, given Pluto's position in your masculine 10th house. Fortunately, Venus enters the picture on Friday, helping to smooth ruffled feathers and maybe even rally your conscious guy friends to support the fight for women's rights. If anyone could gather the troops like that, it's you, Aries.
Illustrated by John Lisle. Photographed by Christine Hahn.
Taurus
April 20 to May 20
There's a known stress response among women called "tend and befriend." When life brings anxiety — as it has for many since the election — communing with your inner circle and taking care of one another can be the most soothing salve. As the sun slips into your intimate eighth house for a month this Monday, this approach will get you back to a happier place. Set up small gatherings and one-on-ones with the people you cherish most. Talking, crying, hugging, or just blowing off steam with some comic relief — it's all about bonding now. The eighth house is your erotic zone, so it’s time to get back in touch with your passion and desires. Lust and trust are a package deal, though, so delete the shady types from your contact list. You might even tap the brakes on a fast-moving attraction so that you can take the time to get to know each other better in every way.
On Thanksgiving, lean in to your giving spirit. A complex clash between hotheaded Jupiter and vitriolic Pluto could rile up tensions around the table if political views misalign. With Jupiter in your service-oriented sixth house, you may find solace in doing a volunteer shift — also a good excuse for dashing off early. Skipping family celebrations this year? Consider organizing a high-vibes gathering of your own, such as a potluck dinner where everyone brings a dish and makes a group donation to Planned Parenthood or The Anti-Defamation League.
Illustrated by John Lisle. Photographed by Christine Hahn.
Gemini
May 21 to June 20
Release the doves! On Monday, the sun sails into Sagittarius and your cooperative, committed seventh house for a month. It's time to make a peace offering, Gemini — or at least lay down swords and declare a cease-fire. While you may have your strong opinions, you've always been able to see both sides. You may be the first bridge builder of the post-election world — and oh, how the world could use your objectivity right now. Relationships deepen over the coming four weeks, but you may also have to face certain truths in your love life. Trust in the wisdom of your heart, even if it is leading you down a somewhat unpredictable path!
On Thursday, brace yourself for some romantic distractions — or outright drama. With passionate Jupiter and seductive Pluto trading fire, you could wind up taking everything personally. The green-eyed monster could make an unceremonious appearance, too. Under this intense, one-day transit, your best bet is to go to your corner and cool down in the face of tension. Slipping off for some in-the-moment sexytime could feel like a great escape from tense situations as well. And hey, no harm in that if the coast is clear. But avoid complicated entanglements. The last thing you need, Gemini, is to end 2016 with a scandal in the books.
Illustrated by John Lisle. Photographed by Christine Hahn.
Cancer
June 21 to July 22
Your generous spirit takes the wheel this week, as the sun sails into Sagittarius and your sixth house of service until December 21. 'Tis the season, as they say, so in addition to practicing random acts of kindness, look for opportunities to volunteer. Whether you're working a shift at a homeless shelter or offering your time on a more regular basis, giving back can restore your sanity in this crazy world. This solar-powered month revs you up for healthier living, too. Inconvenient timing? Yes, but grab that ClassPass anyway. There's no reason you can't tip back a mug of ale after sweating it out in the Spin studio, right? Work will command more attention now, too, so save your vacation days and get those 2016 projects cleared from your plate!
Beware the button-pushing relative on Thursday! Mouthy Jupiter in your family zone will be at odds with ascerbic Pluto in your seventh house of justice. If you thought you could have a "friendly discussion" about heated topics, guess again! This cosmic clash can create relationship tensions, too, so perhaps this isn't the best Thanksgiving to visit your S.O.'s red-state relatives or even try to turn the day into a shared thing at all. You'll have your romantic redemption on Friday when amorous Venus and Pluto sync up. The weekend could be full of scintillating surprises, so plan a private getaway or a reunion with an old flame.
Illustrated by John Lisle. Photographed by Christine Hahn.
Leo
July 23 to August 22
Rise, Leo, rise! Your cosmic coronation ceremony begins this Monday as the sun steps into Sagittarius and your regal, romantic fifth house. Step forward as a leader — whether you're creating performance art or spearheading an organization. Fans and followers will quickly assemble in formation behind you. This is a responsibility, however, so make sure you're guiding people down a righteous path. When you rise from your throne, find your way to some mistletoe. Cupid is for sure in your corner between now and December 21, and an attraction could quickly develop into a real-deal relationship. Already spoken for? Hot topics on the table for the rest of 2016 may include engagements, cohabitation, or even making babies.
On Thursday, Thanksgiving, you may have trouble keeping your opinions to yourself. This may inform your planning, so bear in mind the company you plan to keep. With candid Jupiter lighting up your communication house, you'll have zero inhibitions about speaking your truth. Although there's nothing wrong with a spirited debate, vengeful, hypersensitive Pluto will be at odds with Jupiter that day — and claws could come out, big time. If you are worried that you might draw battle lines with important people in your life, it might be best to come up with alternate plans for your turkey dinner. Or seat yourself strategically next to a relative who shares your views so you can commiserate without riling up a family feud.
Illustrated by John Lisle. Photographed by Christine Hahn.
Virgo
August 23 to September 22
Pour yourself a mug of cider and snuggle up with your cat. Domestic bliss is what the stars have in store for you between now and December 21 as the sun settles into Sagittarius. Not that you'll be home alone. Château Virgo will be a social scene unto itself. Along with your revolving cast of couch-surfing friends, think about hosting Thanksgiving dinner — or an "orphan's Thanksgiving" — this weekend for friends who didn't get to gather with their families. Ready to make some changes under your roof? Over the coming four weeks, you could land a new roommate, redecorate, or find a more fulfilling location to call home, sweet home.
On Thursday, tension will be in the air thanks to a feisty angle between outspoken Jupiter and sharp-clawed Pluto. You may already be hoarse from debating, crying, and processing emotions. Nevertheless, Thanksgiving 2016 is ripe for tense debates. Summon the muse as a temporary salve. Make playlists of dinner music to permeate the air — or even start a multigenerational dance party. If you're hosting or helping to organize a meal, make a seating chart to keep the Trumpkins and Sandernistas far, far away from each other. And if you need a happy distraction, focus on this: Friday's decadent merger of Venus and Pluto could land you an epic deal on a luxury item — and a game-changing moment in love.
Illustrated by John Lisle. Photographed by Christine Hahn.
Libra
September 23 to October 22
Think globally, act locally! This Monday, the sun swoops into Sagittarius and your third house of hometown happenings. It can be overwhelming to think about all that is happening in the world. So before you blow out your circuits, bring it on back to your own zip code. As the sign of peace and justice, you know how to bring people together in harmonious ways. And don't stop believing that love will save the day, Libra. Find common ground and use your creativity to campaign for a future that you can still believe in. Your neighbors may be eager to hop on board, and one could step up as the perfect partner-in-crime for the mission. With your communication house alight, writing, podcasting, even making thought-provoking memes can also have an impact over the next four weeks.
Thursday is Thanksgiving, and this one could be a little dicey. With outspoken Jupiter in Libra, you're not going to hold your tongue about touchy topics. The trouble is, piercing Pluto in your family zone will clash with Jupiter that day, and emotions could run high. Feelings may also wind up irreparably wounded during this sensitive cosmic alignment. Do you have opposing views to your relatives? Instead of going home for the holidays, consider staying in and creating a gathering of people who nurture your soul and see eye to eye with you. It's not that you can't handle a debate, but you'll probably be too raw to deal on Thursday. Consider visiting over the weekend for leftovers or a second gathering when the tension has died down.
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Scorpio
October 23 to November 21
She who stands for nothing falls for everything. With the sun moving into Sagittarius and your second house of values for a month, you won't be staying mum on much. But how well informed are you? This grounded solar cycle may be best used for educating yourself on the issues or learning about how to use your civic rights to lobby or make change. It's time to get back down to mundane matters, too, like balancing your budget and finishing all those 2016 assignments at work. Sadly, birthday season is now behind you, but the good news is you'll start being more productive again.
Shield your field, as they say, on Thanksgiving. Your ruler, piercing Pluto, will clash with domineering Jupiter that day, which could rile up some epic debates. The trouble is, no one will be above the low blow, and the political could get personal very fast. If you're going to be breaking bread with challenging relatives, do some advance preparation. Start with yoga and meditation — or an intense cardio workout — and come armed with polite conversation-stoppers like, "Thank you for sharing that, and I'd be happy to discuss. But since it's Thanksgiving, can we table this topic until another time?"
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Last week's Saturday Night Live was one of those rare gems that reminds you how great the show can be at its very best. But shining moments like that are hard acts to follow, and even guest host — and SNL alum — Kristen Wiig couldn't live up to the ultra-high expectations.
With that said, she was still damn funny. After all, she's Kristen Wiig. Funny is what she does. And there were a few sketches that were very well done. The first that comes to mind is the smart Anderson Cooper 360 sketch (which sadly, isn't available online just yet) that suddenly transforms into a Westworld moment.
Wiig also brought some of your favorite characters from her stint on the show, including Mindy Elise Grayson from "The Secret Word" game show. Plus, there were guest cameos galore (hello Steve Martin, Jason Sudeikis and Will Forte). And let's not forget the frighteningly accurate Target commercial; it's what we're doing for Thanskgiving 2016.
Click ahead for a roundup of some of the best moments from last night's Saturday Night Live.
Donald Trump Is Back
Last week, SNL decided to give America a break from Donald Trump. This week, Saturday Night Live brought Alec Baldwin back to play The Donald. The sketch is pure gold for several reasons: A Jason Sudeikis cameo, Kate McKinnon as a regretful Kellyanne Conway, and the most awkward conversation with Mike Pence ever.
The Target Commercial
With Thanksgiving just around the corner, this could be the first awkward encounter for many families with mixed political views. Well, don't worry about those uncomfortable conversations with aunts and uncles at the dinner table — because Target is here for you. The best part? When Cecily Strong finds a flask in some Play-Doh. Stay strong girl.
Whiskers R We
Here's something unsurprising: One of the best sketches of the night starred Kristen Wiig and Kate McKinnon. The two play lovers who run a cat shop called Whisker R We. It's ridiculous, awkward, and everything you want in a sketch with two women who play ridiculously awkward people so well. The best moment? When Kristen Wiig almost breaks Kate McKinnon when she squeezes her nipple.
The Bubble
The election is over and everyone is divided. So divided that they want to live their lives without interacting with the rest of America. SNL has the answer: The Bubble. You can live in a fully functioning city-state that closes you off from the rest of the country.
Surprise Lady
Kristen Wiig shines when she gets to play awkward people who turn normal situations into the most uncomfortable situations— and that's exactly what happened here. Say hello to Sue, a woman home for Thanksgiving who is unable to hide her extreme excitement about a surprise for her mother. Like, she eats a pillow to stop herself from spoiling the surprise. Like, she jumps out a window. Even Leslie Jones couldn't stop herself from laughing.
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You always want what you can’t have — especially when it comes to beauty products. That’s why we’re getting the inside scoop from your favorite retailers on what’s selling out right now, how to sign up for wait lists, and where to go to find the next best thing. Because if everyone’s buying it, you know it’s got to be good.
Last year, we wrote about a phenomenon called "strobing " — a technique that nixes contouring in lieu of intensely highlighting your face. We thought it was a passing fad. Yet, here we are, a year and a half later, sending signals into space from our cheekbones.
The highlighter everyone turns to for that Insta-effect? Anastasia Beverly Hills' coveted Glow Kit. It's so famous, in fact, that all three versions of the four-pan palette are completely sold out at Sephora. We can't say we're all that surprised. Anastasia Beverly Hills' products are coveted by just about every beauty pro, thanks to quality, shade range, and intense pigments. The Glow Kit is no exception.
Each version of the palette caters to different tastes and skin tones. Gleam veers on the peachy side, That Glow contains hues of the bronze persuasion, and Sun Dipped appeals to the type of people who buy all rose gold everything.
Sadly, like we said, the stock has been wiped clean — but that doesn't mean you can't get your glow on. Check out the slides, ahead, for four other noteworthy radiance-boosters.
Highlighter obsessives will adore this palette from Nyx. It features six shimmery highlighting shades that range from gold to bronze and Champagne. It even has a purple setting powder to color-correct dull skin. No glow left behind here.
Nyx Cosmetics Strobe Of Genius Illuminating Palette, $18.99, available at Ulta Beauty.
This Stila palette is endlessly versatile. Sweep on each shade in this trio of highlighters individually or swirl them together to create your own custom effect.
Stila Star Light, Star Bright Highlighting Palette, $39, available at Sephora.
Some people want their highlighters to be seen across the room, but others like a more subdued effect. Fans of the latter should check out this trio of powders. Each shade creates a lit-from-within glow that looks like the real thing.
Hourglass Ambient Lighting Palette, $62, available at Sephora.
One of the OG highlighters, Bobbi Brown's Shimmer Brick still doesn't disappoint. Swirl a brush over the top for a gorgeous, bronzy sheen. If you feel so inclined, you can use the shades individually, too. You'll just need a flat or very narrow brush.
Bobbi Brown Shimmer Brick Compact in Bronze, $46, available at Bobbi Brown.
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President Obama and Vice President Joe Biden are more than just co-workers and running mates. They're also great friends.
That comes across so clearly every time you look at the two of them together. It's clear in their smiles and their hugs that they really care about each other. They have a connection filled with real laughs, genuine respect, and true friendship.
It's a bromance of the best kind. And we love everything about it.
Sure, Obama and Biden may be closing the chapter on their run in the White House, but that doesn't mean their bromance is over. In fact, we think they'll still be laughing at each other's jokes and sharing hugs well into the next eight years, and beyond.
Ahead, we've gathered 10 images that prove Obama and Biden have the best bromance ever. Click ahead and prepare to start missing them— even before they're gone.
That feeling when you get to work with your BFF everyday.
Photo: Pete Souza/White House Photos.
You know your bromance is strong when you can just putt on the together on the White House putting green and it's the best time ever.
Photo: Pete Souza/White House Photos.
Here's VP Biden waiting with POTUS in the Blue Room of the White House right before signing the health insurance reform bill. This picture is basically bromance #goals.
Photo: Pete Souza/White House Photos.
There's nothing sweeter than toasting to success with your best bro.
Photo: Pete Souza/White House Photos.
These two just left a budget meeting, but they're still in the best mood ever. Why? Because they have the best friendship, that's why.
Photo: Pete Souza/White House Photos.
That's right, it's not just the bros that love each other. Michelle Obama and Dr. Jill Biden love each other too! Hugs all around!
Photo: Pete Souza/White House Photos.
Only real friends go on long summer strolls along the South Lawn of the White House.
Photo: Pete Souza/White House Photos.
The true measure of a friendship? Having your buddy's back when he really needs you most.
Photo: Pete Souza/White House Photos.
Do you know what's more fun than watching a tennis match at Camp David? Watching a tennis match at Camp David with your best bro by your side.
Photo: Pete Souza/White House Photos.
How do you celebrate after a basketball game with Sasha Obama and Maisy Biden? By giving each other a nice high-five.
Photo: Pete Souza/White House Photos.
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It's no secret that Lady Gaga's American Music Awards performance was one of the most highly anticipated of the night. And when Gaga took the stage — barefoot with nothing but a guitar — she blew everyone away.
Lady Gaga sang "Million Reasons" from her new album, Joanne. It's a gorgeous song that was made more beautiful thanks to Gaga's emotional intensity onstage. She performed solo, sitting on a stool, with the stage made to look like a field. The backdrop glittered with painted stars.
Critic and fans have speculated for some time that Gaga's "Million Reasons" — which includes lines like "you're giving me a million reasons to let you go / you're giving me a million reasons to quit the show" — is really about her relationship with former fiancé, Taylor Kinney.
Whether those rumors are true or false, her performance at the AMAs was so emotional and raw that it left some fans in tears.
One fan tweeted to her, "So proud of you girl! You're so talented. I'm crying! So proud of you." Another tweeted, "Was crying over #prince and now over @ladygaga."
Yet another tweeted, "My heart broke for Lady Gaga during her performance."
Robert kicks off this week's episode on the prowl, trying to get his groove back now that he's single again. He starts by having lunch with Kathy — you remember Kathy, the woman he admitted to Frances he almost slept with back on 9/11? Kathy is far from interested, however — in fact, she calls him a "tremendous asshole" for even trying it while he's going through a divorce. I don't blame her.
In true Robert fashion, he doesn't stop there. He even hits on his regular Starbucks barista — and then gets upset when he learns she's engaged, accusing her of leading him on. "The big smiles and giggles, the hi Roberts, the extra shots, the time that you obviously bent over to pick up a dime that you had dropped for my benefit," he yells. "Where was your fancy boyfriend then?" Whoa there, Robert. Let's take a deep breath.
Meanwhile, Frances is meeting with her lawyer, who drops a bombshell on her: Robert's company is worth nothing, and he's actually left them both in debt. In fact, he's been hiding some secrets of his own: Over the years he's taken out several loans and re-mortgaged their house. But her lawyer advises her to calm down and try to keep a cool head, because it's usually when things get emotional that mistakes are made.
Frances, of course, does not heed this advice. In fact, she does the exact opposite of keeping a cool head: She throws a brick through the window of one of the houses Robert is flipping. Oh, snap. Things just got very Waiting To Exhale.
Robert is still on the hunt for new women to date and is at a department store when he runs into Frances's friend Dallas, who delivers one of my favorite jokes of the season: "What are you doing here? Did John Deere start a line of denim suits?" Ha! But per usual, Robert turns some good-natured ribbing into a below-the-belt comment, insinuating that Dallas is a helicopter mom who's going to drive her kid away and end up alone. When he sees that what he said actually hurt her, he apologizes. "I'm sorry, Dallas. I didn't mean any of that. I'm just fucking lonely." Finally, Robert admits the real reason behind all his pettiness.
Over at Frances's art gallery, which she's still working on fixing up, Diane reveals Robert's latest business plan to open a "fun house." This is the last straw for Frances: She confronts Robert about all the financial moves he's made by her back, which leads to much back-and-forth about who's money paid for what. Things get heated when their daughter Lila calls them over...to tell them to come sing happy birthday to their son, Tom. Yet again, they let their marital issues distract them from the kids.
Next we see how completely opposite each party's lawyer is: Robert's lawyer Tony is doing a little more than advising him on his divorce (he suggests that he, slay some — um...well, if Trump can say it I can — pussy), while Frances's lawyer Max is acting pretty darn weird. Like, writing with the pen cap still on and forgetting people's names. Eventually he reveals that he's just had a mini stroke. Wuh-oh.
His symptoms are in full-force during their first meeting with Robert and his lawyer, who claim there's some paper work they requested that is missing. Afterward, Max assures a worried Frances that he was only playing up his forgetfulness to get them more time to do some digging on Robert's matters. It was all strategic! We almost believe him — until Max opens a closet door when trying to get out of the building.
At the end of the episode, Robert is still trying to get back in the game when a single mom named Janice at the kids' school says hi. Next thing you know they've just had sex at her house and she's offering him the pizza in her fridge. Of course, he decides to tell Frances (which is totally unnecessary).
But he's less worried about telling Frances to hurt her and more in disbelief that he's just had sex with someone else that wasn't his wife for the first time in years. "How could you do that 34 times with him and then come home to me?" he asks Frances. "I never saw one sign of it. I was never suspicious of you." Frances replies: "And I was never suspicious of you."
Ouch. There's been irreparable damage and betrayals on both sides of this marriage — not just sexually — and as Frances said earlier in the episode, she's done with feeling guilty.
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