The subscription-box model has been applied to all sorts of items, like Birchbox's makeup-packed parcels, various meal delivery services, Kate Hudson-approved workout gear, and even weed. But here's a variation we haven't yet seen: This week, the fashion site Muslim Girl is launching a monthly subscription box service that's tailored to Muslim women.
Each monthly box will have a different theme, and will be packed with a scarf that can, if desired, be used as a hijab, plus various cosmetics and some wild-card items. "We want to bridge the gap between brands and Muslim women, and actually serve the real needs and lifestyles of Muslim women in today's world," Muslim Girl's founder and editor-in-chief, Amani Al-Khatahtbeh, told Refinery29.
The service also aims to truly address the needs and interests of the modern Muslim woman. "We've seen brands attempt to access the buying power of our unique demographic while doing nothing to empower or engage us, especially in today's sociopolitical climate. We want to cater to Muslim women's diverse lifestyle without stripping away our identity," she explained. "We also want to use products to answer to those issues and equip Muslim women with what they need to replenish and rise up."
The first box has a "Post-Election Care Package" theme, aimed at helping Muslim Girl's fanbase deal with the current cultural climate (and ward off hate crimes targeting the Muslim community), and it comes complete with pepper spray and a copy of the site's Crisis Safety Manual for Muslim Women. The first 25 subscribers will also get a copy of Al-Khatahtbeh's recently-published book, Muslim Girl: A Coming of Age.
The ultra-timely theme for the debut box is "a response to the whiplash that many of us are still feeling from this month's elections, and the proceeding escalation of hate crimes and public harassment targeting Muslim women over the past couple of weeks," Al-Khatahtbeh said. "We want our subscription box to be prepackaged self-care: a monthly reminder to hit pause, breathe, and take care of yourself, first and foremost." It'll be available come Black Friday.
Al-Khatahtbeh also hopes the boxes will provide a sense of discovery, too. "Our box will elevate the major brand names that are doing a great job of servicing Muslim women, alongside Muslim small businesses that are awesome but that people may not have heard of yet," she told Refinery29.
She expects subscribers to span both Muslim and non-Muslim women, given the site's readership. "I can see non-Muslims buying the care package to support and acquaint themselves with Muslim small businesses, and even purchasing it as a gift for the Muslim women in their lives as a token of love and solidarity," Al-Khatahtbeh explained to us.
The service will cost $20 per box, so click on over here come Friday to order a subscription.
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When you think of a ball, images of luxe banquet halls and Beauty and the Beast -style, floor-length gowns immediately come to mind. But this is 2016, and nothing is as it used to be. This held especially true at Afropunk's first annual Fancy Dress Ball in Los Angeles this past weekend. The Brooklyn-based music festival decided to put its stylish show-going crowd to the test in a new fancy setting on the opposite coast — and the results were just as impressive as they were at its summer sister.
But again, just because we're talking about getting dressed up doesn't mean the looks ahead are your typical party dress-and-heels ensembles. In fact, this crowd looks well aware that style rules are meant to be broken. Here, we saw jeans and patterned jumpsuits, extra-wide bell-bottoms, and some pretty sick outerwear (read: vintage fur coats, patent trenches, vintage kimonos, and power blazers) — and not a tulle skirt or sweetheart neckline in sight.
Basically, this was one major dose of fearless-dressing inspiration, and with a full calendar of seasonal get-togethers ahead, it couldn't have come at a better time. Click through to see how 24 women take the notion of "fancy" and completely flip it on its head.
Michele Harper
How would you describe your look?
"Art, magic, light, love."
Photographed by Graham Walzer.
Sterri Alexander, 42
How would you describe your look?
"Freedom from consumerism."
Photographed by Graham Walzer.
Youjong Chae, 24
How would you describe your look?
"Sparkling queen."
Photographed by Graham Walzer.
Miryam Lumpini, 25
How would you describe your look?
"Afropunk."
Photographed by Graham Walzer.
Sesalli Castillo, 26
How would you describe your look?
"Bold, comfort."
Photographed by Graham Walzer.
Kristine Lee, 31
How would you describe your look?
"A joyful expression of humanity."
Photographed by Graham Walzer.
Shaina Robinson, 28
How would you describe your look?
"'70s Michael Jackson."
Photographed by Graham Walzer.
Olu Funmi, 33 and Bex Durant, 30
How would you describe your look?
Olu: "Infinite blackness."
Bex: "Social war."
Photographed by Graham Walzer.
Unique Jenkins, 25
How would you describe your look?
"Bold, fierce, eclectic, African tribe, unique."
Photographed by Graham Walzer.
Ilse Valfré, 29 and Gabi Neslon, 25
How would you describe your look?
"Everyday black with a touch of color."
Photographed by Graham Walzer.
Michele Chantel, 30
How would you describe your look?
"Color."
Photographed by Graham Walzer.
Elise Welch, 31
How would you describe your look?
"Fabulous, glitter."
Photographed by Graham Walzer.
Jazmin Garcia, 30
How would you describe your look?
"Sade sensibilities."
Photographed by Graham Walzer.
Mylesha Ramey, 23
How would you describe your look?
"Chill neon."
Photographed by Graham Walzer.
Polly A.
How would you describe your look?
"Highest version of [my] self."
Photographed by Graham Walzer.
Siku Thompson, 30
How would you describe your look?
"Self-expression."
Photographed by Graham Walzer.
Ralleg, 28
How would you describe your look?
"Freedom."
Photographed by Graham Walzer.
Wamaha Wawera, 36
How would you describe your look?
"World culture."
Photographed by Graham Walzer.
Paula Duran, 30 and Alexandra Gonzalez, 24
How would you describe your look?
Paula: "Frida Kahlo-inspired, expression through art."
Alexandra: "Mexican culture and diversity."
Photographed by Graham Walzer.
Cynthia Sosa
How would you describe your look?
"Yassss!"
Photographed by Graham Walzer.
Michelle Charles, 29
How would you describe your look?
"Fucking fabulous."
Photographed by Graham Walzer.
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Raise your hand if this sounds like a familiar scenario to you: 'Twas the month before gift-giving season, and you had some really good intentions to shop early. It was all part of your plan to both beat the rush and also pick out some super-thoughtful, truly special presents for your nearest and dearest. You were going to beat Santa Claus at his own game and he would have never seen it coming.
But then — the weeks ticked by. No gifts were bought. (Except for those sweet knee-high boots you purchased for yourself on Black Friday because they were on super sale and how could you be expected to pass that up?) And suddenly, it's mid-December and you're wracking your brain for what to buy for who and how to get it to them on time.
If that sounds like you, first put your raised hand down because you're starting to look nuts. Second, get thee to our gift curator, because it might save your life. Third, if there are any music lovers on your list, then chill completely because we've already pulled together a long list of on-point presents for that set. But time is still of the essence, so let's get right to the good stuff.
Also a solid choice for people who like their tunes with feline ears. Brookstone really outdid itself this time.
Photo: Courtesy of Brookstone.
Gift Idea: Bruce! (Okay, Concert Tickets)
If anyone can give me Bruce for Christmas, I would be mighty obliged. But short of that, concert tickets — or a Ticketmaster gift card — would not be a bad way to go.
Admit it. You thought I was going to tell you to buy a Marilyn Monroe poster and doubted my gift-recommendation cred. But seriously: A ukulele isn't a bad present, and they're pretty cheap on Amazon. Just saying.
For your friend who has a record player and nothing to spin. Or maybe they do have some vinyl, but you're hoping that this year's holiday party isn't just old Smiths albums again.
So, here's what you do: Make a playlist. Save it on your desktop. Upload it onto this USB. Give it to the human you have a crush on. Assume they'll read between the lyrics. Live happily ever after or until you're over it and get back on Tinder.
This one is ceramic and very modern-minimalist! But honestly, it's a good thing to have even if it looks silly. So perhaps add it to your "maybe buy" list.
For the baker in your life who also took guitar lessons that one summer between senior year and college, and fancies themselves a musical pastry chef of sorts.
Want to know everything about the artists who put the rap scene into motion? Then you need this deck of trading cards. And if you're feeling generous, you can also buy one for a friend. Win-win.
No, I'm not advocating for you to give Elton John to a friend as a present. But since he is the patron saint of piano playing, here's a thought: A gift certificate for a music lesson — be it on the ivories, or the kazoo — isn't a bad way to encourage someone you care about to let their creativity flag fly.
Photo: Julie Jacobson/AP/REX/Shutterstock.
Gift Idea: Books About Music Or By Musicians
This David Byrne book is a great pick because it also looks good on a coffee table, even if the lucky recipient doesn't read it. But there are oodles of music-themed book options. Go get 'em.
This is the "Hotline Bling" dance in drawing form. But if you're not feeling the Drake poster as a present, then perhaps a "Single Ladies" illustration is more your style?
Honestly, this seems like a lot of work, but if someone is into building things and also happens to know how to play the guitar, maybe they would appreciate the project.
"The sound quality, you guys. The SOUND quality!" This is what your friend — who after receiving this gift will listen exclusively to records— will say whenever someone else brings up Spotify. Part of the present is putting up with their album snobbery. That's even more generous than giving them the record player in the long run.
Photo: Courtesy of Target.
Gift Idea: Apple Music Subscription
Your mom, who finally figured out how to use her iPhone, will love this!
Okay, no. Do not give this cookbook to anyone, because the gift of Guy Fieri forwards is not actually a gift. But there is no shortage of rock-'n'-roll cookbooks. So do a little poking around on Amazon, and I'm sure you'll find something suited to your needs that is a little more all star. (See what happened there?)
Photo: Courtesy of Amazon.
Gift Idea: Fancy Bluetooth Speaker
For the person who has everything except this tiny box, which blares music at alarming levels capable of shaking your apartment walls.
Black Friday might be a shopper's mecca, but do not make the mistake of forgetting about Cyber Monday.
We know it isn't the new year yet, but if you like getting your ducks in a row early on, it's likely that you've already planned out your 2017 resolutions. And if you're anything like us, you've probably vowed to get more active and find a new workout routine.
Or, maybe, you've had your eye on a fitness tracker for ages, but you've been waiting on the right deal to come along. Or perhaps you're in need of a tent for your camping adventures, or are finally ready to invest in a decent pair of headphones for your long runs. That's the beauty of Cyber Monday: there's something for everyone — you just have to remember to look.
After all, Cyber Monday only comes around once a year, and you might find something that calls out to you. And even if you don't find anything for yourself, don't forget that Christmas is just around the corner. You might find something for the fitness freak in your life — at some insanely good prices.
Ahead, we've rounded up some of the best Cyber Monday deals around the web for all your workout needs. From wearable trackers to sports bras and leggings, you'll find everything you need to hit refresh on your workout routine in 2017.
This fitness watch tracks your heart rate, steps taken, and syncs with your compatible Samsung phone or tablet for a seamless experience.
Deal: $30 discount.
Samsung, $179.99, available at Best BuyPhoto: Courtesy of Best Buy.
For Black Friday and Cyber Monday, ClassPass is offering R29 readers an exclusive deal. Just follow the link below to sign up.
Deal: 70% off your first month of the base plan.
ClassPass subscription, prices vary, available at ClassPass.
Photo: Courtesy of ClassPass.
It may not look like it, but this stainless steel watch is actually a smartwatch that tracks your health stats.
Deal: $50 discount.
Samsung, $349.99, available at Best BuyPhoto: Courtesy of Best Buy.
If you're looking to build a home gym, here's a piece of equipment you can tuck in a closet.
Activewear brand Splits59 is offering a site-wide 30% off discount on Cyber Monday. This includes everything from these chic high-waisted tights to hoodies and bras that you will want to live in.
Deal: 30% discount
Splits59, $116.00, available at Splits59Photo: Courtesy of Splits59.
This fitness-tracking music player monitors your activity and gives you audio coaching for your workout.
Deal: $75 discount.
Sony, $249.99, available at Best BuyPhoto: Courtesy of Best Buy.
If you're truly serious about tracking your steps, this foot pod pedometer (which attaches to your shoelaces) is perfect for you.
Deal: $10 discount.
Garmin, $69.99, available at Best BuyPhoto: Courtesy of Best Buy.
This tracker monitors your activity and your sleep quality.
Deal: $77 discount.
Under Armour, $102.99, available at Best BuyPhoto: Courtesy of Best Buy.
Calling all hikers: This 28-piece set is a dream come true.
Deal: $50 discount.
Ozark Trail Camping Combo Set, $199.97 $149, available at Walmart.
Photo: Courtesy of Walmart
A sleek fitness tracker for the minimalist in all of us.
Deal: $15 discount.
MyKronoz, $39.99, available at Best BuyPhoto: Courtesy of Best Buy.
Portable basketball hoops aren't just for '90s sitcom characters. Aside from how much fun this could offer for you and your roommates, basketball is great exercise.
Deal: $50 discount.
Lifetime Portable Basketball Hoop, $149.99 $99, available at Walmart.
Photo: Courtesy of Walmart.
Specifically made for runners, this watch syncs with both Androids and iPhones.
Deal: $70 discount.
Garmin, $249.99, available at Best BuyPhoto: Courtesy of Best Buy.
A waterproof pedometer that features a built-in MP3 player — what more could you ask for?
Deal: $53 discount.
PyleSport, $52.99, available at Best BuyPhoto: Courtesy of Best Buy.
Beloved fitness gear brand Athleta is offering 20% off all merchandise on Cyber Monday. Your yogic soul needs this stuff.
Deal: 20% off site wide.
Athleta, $68.00, available at AthletaPhoto: Courtesy of Athleta.
This watch syncs with your iPhone's Health Mate app to help you set and achieve daily fitness goals.
Deal: $30 discount.
Withings, $149.99, available at Best BuyPhoto: Courtesy of Best Buy.
This bra will be free with any purchase from Shape Active on Cyber Monday.
Deal: Receive a free sports bra with any purchase.
Shape Active Cyberia Bra, free with any purchase, available at Shape Active.
Photo: Courtesy of Shape Active.
This vintage-inspired print is hitting Lululemon's website specifically as a Cyber Monday special.
Deal: Cyber Monday special.
Lululemon Fast and Free Tight, $128, available at Lululemon.
Photo: Courtesy of Lululemon.
At $8, these leggings are practically a steal. Why not buy a few pairs?
Deal: $3 discount.
Avia Women's Active Legging, $15.96 $12, available at Walmart.
Photo: Courtesy of Walmart
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How To Not Freeze & Still Rock A Dress This Season
Ahh, dresses. We live in them all summer, and life is easy. But when winter comes around, it takes a little extra effort — and certainly more than one article of clothing — to look put together. Tights help, of course, but can they carry an outfit from the office to the office party? We partnered with a Macy's Stylist to help us layer up and create winter-friendly dress looks. Here are three ways to stay warm and chic all season long.
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Now that it's getting colder, you have to make some important decisions while getting dressed in the morning. Should your chief concern be getting from your apartment to the office without frostbite? Or should your clothing choices be made solely on how strongly each item screams "proud feminist?" Luckily, with the right sweatshirt, you can be both cozy and obviously upset with the current ratio of men to women in the Senate. There's a slightly fuzzy option for every particular strain of girl power: Put on something Queen Bey-themed when you want to take over the world; layer a "nasty woman" sweatshirt underneath your power suit. The options are endless.
Click through to find the perfect winter-wear item that appropriately conveys how much you want to overthrow the patriarchy. Girl power, you know?
Important leading ladies to know.
Rachel Antonoff Names Sweatshirt, $98, available at Rachel Antonoff.
This one donates 10% of sales to Planned Parenthood. A win for all.
323 Infinite Boob Sweater, $180, available at 323.
One of those things you didn't even know you needed until you saw it.
Gravel and Gold Boobs Sweatshirt, $110, available at Otherwild.
It's important to be specific.
WildFang Wild Feminist Crew, $50, available at WildFang.
It's kind of you to warn people.
Shop Tuesday Aggressive Hoodie, $70, available at Shop Tuesday.
Spellcheck who?
Modern Woman Women Wimmin Womin Womyn Sweatshirt, $50, available at Otherwild.
You woke up like this, and you have no intention of changing.
Petals + Peacocks Braless Graphic Sweatshirt, $58, available at Nasty Gal.
Say it loud, say it proud.
Private Party Nasty Woman, $79, available at Private Party.
Support women with this sweatshirt — 15% of proceeds go to Women on Wings, a non-profit focused on creating jobs for women in India.
The Outrage Working Girls 'Femme' Sweatshirt, $60, available at The Outrage.
You're a strong, independent woman — you can cry if you want to.
WildFox Cry BB Roadtrip Sweater, $86.40, available at WildFox.
President and CEO.
Forever 21 Good Girls Club Sweatshirt, $17.90, available at Forever 21.
You know what it is.
Eclectic Press UK GRL PWR Sweater Baby Pink Pastel Sweatshirt, $30.75, available at Etsy.
A whimsical design paired with a no-nonsense slogan.
Zoe Karssen I Don't Play Nice Loose Fit Raglan Sweat, $127.54, available at Zoe Karssen.
Absolutely no connection to a certain Thicke entertainer.
Chinti and Parker Intarsia cashmere sweater, $347, available at Net-A-Porter.
Honest, but not at all apologetic.
Reformation Angst Hoodie, $128, available at Reformation.
When you want everyone to know you have big dreams.
American Eagle Easy Graphic Fleece Sweatshirt, $23.97, available at American Eagle.
For the days when mansplaining gets to be too much.
There are trends, and there are trends: the ones so beloved by celebs and the everywoman alike that they just don’t seem to quit. They pop up over and over again, until they’re no longer just crazes — they’re signs of our times. The hair trend with perhaps the most longevity? Gotta be platinum. Everyone from Kylie Jenner to your own next-door neighbor is rocking the hue. Even our very own Maria Del Russo took the plunge and transformed her locks from brunette to icy blond. So, why shouldn’t you?
Turns out, you don’t have to sink thousands into creating and maintaining a megawatt blond — it’s totally doable at home. Now, know that this concept will surely worry some. And yes, many pros, like Maria's colorist, Roxie Darling of Hairstory in New York City, will warn against it — but that doesn't stop many of us rebels from doing it successfully. So, if you’re brave, confident, and skilled enough, read on. Tip: Use your best judgment — this is not for everyone.
Click through our slideshow to learn every tip and trick you'll need to go platinum at home.
Step 1: Evaluate Your Risk
“The best and lightest results are seen on hair that is virgin — no hair dye at all — and shades that are light brown and [lighter],” says Alex Brownsell, Bleach London founder and celebrity colorist. You can do it on darker hair, but it will require some patience, and the damage will inevitably be greater. Still lusting after white-blonde? Proceed to
Photographed by Nina Westervelt.
Step 2: Prep
Bleach can strip your hair of life, so taking a few preemptive steps could mean the difference between silky, white strands and a damaged mop. “I’d advise doing lots of conditioning masks for two weeks before the actual bleaching to build up the strength of the hair,” says Brownsell. “[And,] don’t wash your hair for a couple of days prior, since bleaching freshly washed hair can be slightly irritating to the scalp.”
Looking for a mask to protect and repair before you add more fuel to the fire? There are dozens of A+ hair treatments on the market today. We love the Amika's Nourishing Hair Mask, which works for a variety of hair types and serves up a serious dose of hydration.
Amika Nourishing Hair Mask, $28, available at Sephora.
Step 3: Bleach
One of the most trusted bleaches — L’Oréal Quick Blue Powder — is also extremely cost-effective. Mix it in a bowl with some developer, which will lift hair color quickly and drastically, until the formula is about the consistency of yogurt. Darling recommends using a 30-volume developer.
This writer, however, has successfully used 40-volume developer for years to lift hair to a dramatic white-blonde sans extreme damage. Got thin, brittle hair or a sensitive scalp? Stick to a lower volume. After putting on some rubber gloves, use a tint or dye brush to apply the bleach all over your head, parting hair with the pointy end of the brush to get as close to the roots as possible. Let the bleach sit for 30 to 45 minutes, checking in the mirror periodically until your hair is a consistent light-yellow color.
Full disclosure: If you have darker hair, you'll need to go through the bleaching process a few times in order to see full results. Our pros advise waiting a few weeks between every bleach. If you OD on the stuff, it could damage strands to the point that they'll start to fall out. If a slow transition is not for you, you'll need to visit a salon professional.
L'Oréal Quick Blue High Performance Powder Lightener, $24.99, available at Sally Beauty.
Step 4: Tone
After rinsing out the bleach and lightly shampooing, it’s time for the most important step — the one that makes hair a cool white, rather than a brassy yellow. Apply a toner, like Bleach London's, all over damp hair, and let it sit for about 20 to 30 minutes. This step can be a little messy, so relax in the tub while you wait. Rinse thoroughly, and finish with a mask.
Bleach London White Toner Kit, $10.95, available at Bleach London.
Photo: Via Bleach London.
Step 5: Maintain
“Maintain with Bleach Silver Shampoo and Conditioner,” Brownsell advises. These purple products will offset all that gunky brassiness and restore hair to a lustrous white. (Leave in both the shampoo and conditioner for a slight deposit of violet, which will keep your locks an icy shade of platinum.) Continue using a mask treatment once a week to keep hair strong and healthy, and regularly apply a strengthening oil, like Fig+Yarrow’s, to your ends.
Fig+Yarrow Hair+Scalp Tonic, $34, available at Fig+Yarrow.
Photo: Via Fig+Yarrow.
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Calling all curls — whether natural or created with an iron — because this one's for you. This romantic take on the loose bun is perfect for fancy Turkey Day festivities (hair up, napkin poised — nothing can slow us down!). Watch the video above for the full look, then use the steps below to create this look at home.
Step 1. Section the hair from the ears forward, then smooth the rest of the hair into a tight ponytail. Secure with an elastic.
Step 2. Grab a small chunk of hair and artfully twist until it folds into itself near the base of the ponytail. Pin into place and repeat on the rest of the pony. Be sure to hid your elastic by evenly distributing the twists. Tip: Don't make this too tight or perfectly even; it should feel soft and romantic — not exact.
Step 3. Divide the hair in the front into three section: the crown and the two sides. Working on the sides first, give the roots a gentle tease for volume, then smooth it back and pin near the base of the piny. Repeat on the other side and top. Remember: It should be soft, not tight! Use hairspray to hold the look in place.
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Drugstore beauty sections can be just as plentiful as the aisles of Sephora. And whether or not you’re a splurge snob, it’s hard to resist the quality products at the corner shop that stocks your toilet paper. Even if you’re not trying to stick to a budget, there are plenty of cheap options that beat the pricey ones. But how to know which ones are worth picking up and testing?
Friend recommendations are cool; celebrity endorsements (especially non-sponsored ones) are nice. But supermodels, those magical creatures with smooth skin who spend all day on set in a million different foundations, hairsprays, and lipsticks? They really know what's up. And they all seem to have a favorite for us to try. Click ahead to see models’ go-to picks, then get ready to save big.
Candice Swanepoel
Photo: Grant Lamos IV/Getty Images.
“I swear by Palmer’s Cocoa Butter lip balm,” Swanepoel told Harper’s Bazaar. And at $4, we do, too.
Palmer’s Cocoa Butter Formula Swivel Stick, $3.79, available at Walgreens.
Joan Smalls
Photo: Taylor Hill/FilmMagic.
We’ve talked about our love for L’Oréal’s Total Repair 5 Shampoo, but using this mask in tandem takes your hair to another level of awesome. Smalls told Harper’s Bazaar in 2014 that she loves to save on these “big tubs” of deep conditioner. We do, too!
L’Oréal Total Repair 5 Damage-Eraser Balm, $6.99, available at Ulta Beauty.
Kendall Jenner
Photo: Kevin Mazur/Getty Images.
If someone told you Jenner's favorite shampoo is under $4, would you roll your eyes? Probably. But, turns out, it’s true. “Kim likes Finesse shampoo, and now so do I. I’ve tried all the expensive things, too. It just works for my hair and makes it so silky,” she told Allure. We picked it up after and have to agree.
Finesse Moisturizing Shampoo, $3.69, available at Target.
Mari Agory
Photo: D Dipasupil/WireImage.
This was our first facial cleanser, and we still love it. We're not the only ones: According to PopSugar, Agory is a big fan and uses it to remove makeup post-runway.
Neutrogena Oil-Free Acne Cleanser, $5.59, available at Target.
Taylor Hill
Photo: Gary Gershoff/WireImage.
“I always use that one,” Hill told Harper’s Bazaar about this L’Oréal mascara. And seriously, it will make your lashes so much fuller.
L’Oréal Voluminous Excess Mascara, $8.99, available at Ulta Beauty.
Anastasia Ivanova
Photo: Timur Emek/Getty Images.
No one likes a dry patch. Ivanova told PopSugar that this classic cream is her favorite to “moisturize wind-worn cheeks.”
Affordable, natural products are hard to find, but Lima did it. “I love natural oils, so I always have argan oil with me that I can use on my whole face, my hair, and my whole body basically,” she told Harper’s Bazaar. And, it’s under $20.
Nourish Organic Replenishing Argan Oil, $19.99, available at Nourish Organic.
Isabella Lindblom
Photo: Steve Granitz/WireImage.
This volumizing shampoo is a must for Lindblom. You'd think something loaded with sweet-smelling ingredients would cost big bucks, but it's under $9. Score!
Avalon Organics Volumizing Shampoo Rosemary, $8.99, available at Walgreens.
Emily Ratajkowski
Photo: Tara Ziemba/Getty Images.
Ratajkowski told Bustle that her favorite do-it-all product is Aquaphor’s healing ointment. And who could challenge her on that? The brand has been around for years, and the formula is fast-absorbing, soothing, and gives us baby-soft skin.
Aquaphor Healing Ointment, $6.29, available at Walgreens.
Juana Burga
Photo: Noam Galai/Getty Images.
Burga is a big fan of Papaw Ointment, telling PopSugar she uses it on her lips and nails. A softening salve like this is worth having two (or four) of.
Lucas' Papaw Remedies Papaw Ointment, $12, available at Beautylish.
Karlie Kloss
Photo: Taylor Hill/FilmMagic.
Kloss told Harper’s Bazaar in 2014 that her favorite drugstore pit stop is Boots in the U.K. “They have really good, basic pharmaceutical-type products. I load up on little tubs of Vaseline for lips and dry skin,” she explained. And we can attest to its power — we can't live without it in the winter.
Vaseline Lip Therapy Cocoa Butter $1.89, available at Walgreens.
Jana Knauerova
Photo: Penske Media/REX/Shutterstock.
Knauerova told us that her go-to beauty product is her moisturizer from Bio-Oil. “I use it on my face and body. It’s amazing for the plane. I always carry a tiny travel-size bottle of it with me on board.”
Bio-Oil PurCellin Oil Facial Treatment, $16.49, available at Target.
Cetaphil Daily Facial Cleanser, $13.29, available at CVS.
Gigi Hadid
Photo: Darren Gerrish/WireImage
Hadid told us that her favorite shampoo is part of the Sheer Blonde collection, which enhances light color and helps you extend the time between salon appointments.
John Frieda Sheer Blonde Everlasting Blonde Shampoo, $5.29, available at Target.
Martha Hunt
Photo: Jamie McCarthy/WireImage.
There are some moisturizers you always go back to, no matter how many you’ve tried. Hunt raved to Harper’s Bazaar about how much she adores Aveeno’s gentle, hydrating options.
Aveeno Positively Radiant Daily Moisturizer, $11.69, available at Target.
Betty Adewole
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Adewole told us that these face wipes are her favorite: “I love them because they come in handy small packets and can remove any type of makeup with minimal irritation.”
Simple Cleansing Facial Wipes, $4.49, available at Target.
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Hilary Duff made a major hair change, just in time for the holidays. Duff shared an Instagram showing off her new asset: bangs. ("Bang, bang," as she captioned it, for effect). The dreamy, backlit Insta shows that she's still got her blonde locks, but has added some long blonde bangs to mix up her signature look. The vibe is very peace and love from Laurel Canyon. Perhaps this a late '70s/early '80s look was inspired by Mandy Moore's look on This Is Us? It's giving us major Carly Simon feels, either way, and that's a very good thing.
We've seen Jenna Dewan Tatum and Lucy Hale opt for fake bangs recently, to test drive the style for a night. No word on if that's what Duff is up to, but we do hope she keeps them. Just compare to her old style in this family holiday shot!
Jill Stein has called for a vote recount in the battleground states of Michigan, Pennsylvania and Wisconsin. The Green Party candidate has also already raised the over $3 million dollars needed to fund the recount, the Guardian reports.
In a statement posted on her website, Stein said, "After a divisive and painful presidential race, in which foreign agents hacked into party databases, private email servers, and voter databases in certain states, many Americans are wondering if our election results are reliable. That's why the unexpected results of the election and reported anomalies need to be investigated before the 2016 presidential election is certified. We deserve elections we can trust."
Stein's campaign says they are seeking the recount in order to have “protecting our democracy and ensuring that [Americans] an have confidence in reported results.”
Stein's call for a recount comes after reports that a group of activists encouraged Hillary Clinton's campaign to request a recount in the same states, citing voting irregularities in those states.
The money Stein has raised so far will fund a recount in one state. The campaign says they will require $6 to $7 million to fund a recount in all three states. Stein's campaign says they will demand recounts in as many of the three states as they raise funds to afford.
The deadline for a recount request in Wisconsin is Friday, November 24. Pennsylvania's recount request deadline is Monday, November 28 while Michigan's is Wednesday, November 30.
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IntroducingThe Gratitude Series, a four-part Refinery29 special running in November that will celebrate the women of color whose work in Hollywood we are grateful for — especially during a time when the industry is still struggling to be more inclusive.Effie is our final subject; catch up on our first, second, and third installments.
It was the sound bite heard 'round Hollywood last year. In a scene with producer Effie Brown on HBO's series for aspiring filmmakers, Project Greenlight, Matt Damon told the producer that a Black filmmaker might not be necessary for a project they were considering because, "When you're talking about diversity, you do it in the casting of the film, not in the casting of the show." It was an arrogant moment of white mansplaining that immediately went viral minutes after the scene aired.
"I think people couldn't stop talking about that moment because it was all too common," Brown says. "Everybody was like, 'Oh shit, that happened to me on Thursday,' in their boardrooms or their meetings. People always ask me, 'What was that like?' and I'm like, 'It was like any other Tuesday.'"
Brown clarifies that she's not trying to be flippant — it's just that while conversation is great, harping on the same moment over and over can be frustrating when no actual change is happening. "I think we're getting a little tone-deaf with the word diversity," Brown says. "What we really need is a coalition of people on our side to make things happen. We need the 'woke' people to stand up and say, 'Hey hey hey, inclusiveness doesn’t mean that someone is taking something, it means that we’re sharing. It means that there is a place for all of us to have a seat at the table.'"
The more Brown speaks, the more her ardent passion for the craft is evident. It's a love story that began when she was a self-described latchkey kid in New Jersey, when she'd often do homework and watch movies while waiting for her working parents to get home. An early favorite was The Warriors, a 1979 film about a multicultural gang in the Bronx. It was the first on-screen representation Brown can remember that made her feel "like we are here, we exist, not just with an older white guy taking care of us, like on Different Strokes."
She also loved to bond with her dad over Bruce Lee movies. "We were always into inclusive films," Brown says. "Even if characters didn't look like me, there was still some form of other. Bruce Lee I could understand. Alien with a badass female lead, I could understand. Gilligan’s Island, The Brady Bunch...that was foreign to me."
Initially Brown wanted to be an actress, but because in the '80s she was "a bit of a mess — a dark-skinned Black girl wearing a Jheri curl and purple eyeshadow," her parents suggested she look at other routes in addition to the acting track. So it was at Loyola Marymount's film school that she honed her production skills. But as a senior in 1993, on the brink of graduation without the privilege of the connections that many of her white classmates had, she had no idea how to break into Hollywood.
"I love to tell stories about the marginalized or the other, whether it be a lens of a female, a lens of an LGBTQ person, or a lens of a person of color."
So she did the only thing she could think of: call the Black Business Bureau. An operator put Brown in touch with her cousin ("I don't even know that woman's name, but she's responsible for my first big break!), who helped Brown land her first job as an intern on The Five Heartbeats. "I worked with extras in casting and in craft services, which meant dealing with food and garbage," she remembers. "It was really weird, but that's how I made my first connections that have lasted to this day. I still have my first crew jacket from that set!"
The film-and-television producer now has over 50 projects on her IMDb page, including Real Women Have Curves and 2014's critically acclaimed Dear White People — a long way from handling the crew's garbage. She says her day-to-day work now basically means being responsible for a movie production from soup to nuts. "All the way from finding the project to delivering the project to the studio or the financiers at the end, and then getting it out to the world," says Brown. "It’s a job for control freaks, for people who are micromanagers, for people who want everyone to get along and to execute a big plan."
In her eyes, though, it's also a job for people who want to create a broader understanding for viewers. "I love to tell stories about the marginalized or the other, whether it be a lens of a female, a lens of an LGBTQ person, or a lens of a person of color," she says. "I want to show viewers that we’re all going through a similar experience. And it’s time for women and people of color to be heroes and to actually see ourselves in the picture. I feel that a lot of times, we just see ourselves as a struggle. Where's our Black female sci-fi?"
Brown's working on the sci-fi part. But in the meantime, the project she's most excited for is producing a big-screen adaptation of Flyy Girl, the young adult novel by Omar Tyree that has basically been required reading for Black girls coming of age (including this writer) since the '90s. "Yes honey," Brown says, adding that they're going to be announcing the director shortly. "Get ready!"
As the final subject in Refinery29's four-part Gratitude Series, Brown reflects on the women in Hollywood whose work she is grateful for. She lists Shelby Stone, the Emmy- and Golden Globe- winning producer behind HBO's Bessie(and new president of Common's Freedom Road Productions); Julie Ann Crommett, who helps with diversity and inclusion at Google; Neema Barnette, one of the producing directors behind this fall's Queen Sugar; QS director Ava DuVernay and Insecure creator Issa Rae, plus "OGs" Oprah Winfrey, Debra Martin Chase, and Suzanne de Passe.
"My birthday is coming up, and I always get a little nostalgic and think about the people who paved the way before me," Brown says. "Maybe they didn’t have a viral moment like I did with Project Greenlight, but they've had those same experiences happen to them. And they just kept it moving and made things a little bit easier for those of us who came after them. So my hat is off to them, for just doing the work."
We're tipping our hats, too.
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It's no surprise that the holidays can put a strain on your bank account. Paying for flights home, festive dinners out, and, of course, gifts for everyone from your boss to your cousin in Tulsa. It all adds up — fast.
Luckily, there are ways to ensure that your December credit card statement doesn't dampen your spirits. Travel and food prices aren't always under your control, but the gifts you choose to give are. With that in mind, we've rounded up 30 presents to please your Broad City– loving friend, photo-obsessed sister, stylish coworker, and everyone else on your list. The best part: Each of these items rings in at less than $50.
Click through to see all 30 clever ideas, from gemstone-shaped speakers to emoji keyboards and astronomy-themed mugs. No judgment here if you end up buying a few of these for yourself.
A case that says it all for your favorite Broad City fan.
Fab x Broad City High Class Bingo iPhone Case, $40, available at Fab.
Who needs letters when you have emoji? This silicone keyboard cover sends all the right symbols. Pair it with accompanying software to type all the hearts, monkeys, and lightning bolts necessary.
Disk Cactus Emoji Keyboard, $21.50, Available at Amazon.
Photo: Amazon.
One clever keychain: This nautical fob has a concealed charging cable for when your iPhone ends up in the red zone.
Native Union Key Cable, $29.99, available at Native Union.
A leather sticker that's #rad enough to decorate any iPhone, laptop, or tablet.
Boostcase Hashtag Leather Sticker, $10, available at Boostcase.
Lighten up dark winter days with a solar-powered LED "sun".
Olafur Eliasson and Frederik Ottesen A Little Sun Solar Light, $30 available at MoMA Store.
Photo: MoMA.
Forget the selfie stick. In 2016, you can use this much cuter and subtler bluetooth-enabled selfie button to snap your shots.
Kate Spade Selfie Button, $30, available at Kate Spade.
Photo: Kate Spade.
This insanely light and thin "card" is actually a portable charger that can connect to your phone and will fit in your wallet. Just don't go mistaking it for your actual credit card.
Triple C Power Card, $39.95, available at gotriplec.com.
Make an all-black ensemble a little brighter with this pair of lightweight, touchscreen-enabled gloves.
The good kind of furball: This pompom does triple duty as a keychain, charger, and mirror.
Boostcase Faux Power Pompom, $49.95, available at Boostcase.
You won't need earrings when you wear these glitzy earbuds.
Kate Spade Crystal Earbuds, $40, available at Kate Spade.
When your hands are icy, all you want to do is wrap them around a hot mug of tea. This small, portable hand warmer is the next best thing. Turn it on when you defrosting in the elevator, huddled for warmth on the subway, or just feeling chilly at home.
Urban Outfitters Baby It's Cold Outside Hand Warmer, $19.95, available at Urban Outfitters.
Photo: Urban Outfitters.
An iPhone case worthy of the edgy queen in your life.
Rugman Queen Lizzy iPhone Case, $40, available at Fab.
This pretty leather case is the easiest way to organize all your small tech accessories. Oh, and it comes with free monogramming.
Mark And Graham Leather Charger Roll Up, $49, available at markandgraham.com.
For anyone who's constantly losing their keys, phone, or wallet, Tile is a game changer. This ultra slim version of the popular tracking device connects to your phone. Put it with the item you tend to lose most and you'll be able to locate it using the app. If its your phone that's missing, you can just double press on the Tile to activate your ringtone.
Tile Slim Bluetooth Tracker, $28.99, available at BestBuy.
Give a gift that gives back and sends a powerful message, like this (Product) Red portable charger does.
Mophie Powerstation (Product) Red, $49.95, available at Mophie.
Jam out with a gemstone-shaped wireless speaker that can go wherever you want to take the party.
BaubleBar Brilliant Sound Speaker, $49.99, available at Target.
What do you get the hostess with the mostess? An electric wine bottle opener that makes poppin' bottles so much simpler.
Oster Cordless Rechargeable Electric Wine Bottle Opener, $12.99, available at BestBuy.
Take your Instagrams to another level by attaching a wide-angle, fisheye, or telephoto lens to your phone's camera. This set includes all three.
Photojojo Magnetic iPhone and Android Lens Sampler, $49, available at Amazon.
Photo: Amazon.
Sweet fluffy heaven — that's what everyone who uses these beyond soft gloves will say. They're compatible with touchscreens, so now your friends can stay warm and text you back.
The North Face Women's Denali Thermal ETIP Glove, $35, available at The North Face.
Now your Apple Watch can have a strap to match your favorite message effect: confetti!
Casetify Confetti Apple Watch Strap, $49, available at Fab.
Loop this leather accessory around your bag and pull out the hidden USB when you're in need of a charge.
Native Union TAG Cable, $49.99, available at Native Union.
This easy to apply laptop skin looks like it could belong in a museum.
Uniq Find Blush Marble Macbook Skin, $24.99, available at uniqfind.com.
First Facebook and now Instagram have put live video center stage. Planning to record? This handheld device, which helps stabilize your camera, will make your videos stand out from the crowd.
Olloclip Pivot, $49.99, available at olloclip.com.
For your friend who's always getting her wires tangled, gift a metallic leather loop to keep them in place.
8.6.4 Design Green Lizard Cord Keeper, $9, available at 864design.com.
This ring stand will lay flat when not in use, but comes in extra handy when you're trying to prop your phone up while streaming.
Urban Outfitters Rose Gold Ring Stand, $8, available at Urban Outfitters.
Connect your phone to this bluetooth speaker, put on "Sweater Weather", and cozy up with a fuzzy blanket.
Triple C BluCube Nomad, $44.95, available at gotriplec.com.
Designer Jeremy Scott created this playful, limited-edition case for Google Pixel and Nexus phones. Snap it on and your phone will come to life with a special wallpaper and GIF keyboard.
Jeremy Scott Live Case, $40, available at Google Store.
Photo: Google.
Protect your laptop in this simple, but stylish, felt case with leather accents.
Sherpani Felt & Leather Tech Case, $42, available at Anthropologie.
Photo: Anthropologie.
Cheers to Champagne-colored earbuds and a season of bubbly celebrations.
Happy Plugs In-Ear Champagne, $34.99, available at happyplugs.com.
This one's for all the star gazers out there. Pour coffee, cocoa, or another hot drink in and watch as constellations form.
Uncommon Goods Constellation Mug, $12.95, available at Uncommon Goods.
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World travelers Kayleigh, Gabija, and Chelsea are off on another virtual reality Berlin adventure (spoiler: this one involves an underground roller-skating party).
After sipping jewel-bright cocktails in the city's posh Kreuzberg neighborhood, the women head off to a sound check for Chelsea's DJ-ing gig at the sexy Prince Charles club. Even the language barrier can't stop them from laughing it up with local Berliners about the infectiously "vibey" beats pumping out of Chelsea's amp.
Next, the ladies strap on their in-lines while visiting the eclectic Prinzenstrasse quarter, where they explore a Korean food market and casually crash a disco-tastic basement roller-skate party. Just your run-of-the-mill Berlin stuff, really.
Watch the full video above to see the rest of their wild day in Europe's hippest city.
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We open this week with Ralph Angel trying to get in touch with Charley, who's ignoring his calls because she's too busy with Remy checking out an old cane mill that she wants to fix up. Remy asks her how she would be able to afford the $9 million property, and she tells him that she's trying to get the owner of the New Orleans stingers to invest. But Remy finally decides it's been enough business between them, and offers to continue their conversation later — over dinner and wine.
But it turns out that as I suspected, the NOLA team owner isn't exactly a potential investor, but someone she's hoping will sign Davis — perhaps to get a bigger cut from her divorce? The owner is skeptical that Charley still has pull, but tells her the only way he'll consider Davis is if he comes as a package deal with his teammate, Felix, whom he's meeting with the next day. Charley immediately calls up Felix's wife — and old "friend" — to meet her for a drink while they're in town. But while they're at drinks, homegirl realizes she forgot about her dinner plans with Remy; the poor guy is standing outside her door with flowers and a suit, looking crushed when she answers the phone to tell him she's not coming.
She's not worried about it, though. Charley is too busy blackmailing Felix's wife. That's right: she tells her that if she doesn't convince Felix to play in New Orleans with Davis, she'll release the tape of Melina admitting what really went down with the team that night to the media. Excuse my French, but ah, shit. The old, scheming Charley is back.
So much so that she even lies on her own son. That's right: Micah is actually doing really well, making new friends, even making things official with his new girlfriend Keke. But when Davis texts her to say he hasn't heard from Micah, she calls him and says to him Micah's been acting up — and Davis needs to come down to see them ASAP. Where is this going?
On to Violet, who drops by the farm with food for Hollywood when she sees his truck is out front. But when she learns that he's been back an entire week (from big mouth Ralph Angel) without letting her know he's back, she then tosses the mac-and-cheese in the trash (my heart!) and storms off. As she drives away, Ralph Angel asks Hollywood if he got his divorce papers yet. Aha: Looks like he was trying to make sure matters were completely settled before he got back with Violet. It didn't work though, and in the midst of a bad mood back at the High Yellow, Violet takes up Roberta's offer to come out dancing with her friends later at the local juke.
Photo: Courtesy of OWN.
Violet begins to loosen up that night and enjoys herself, dancing with a guy who clearly has a little crush on her. And then in walks Hollywood, seeing a happy-and-smiling Violet getting her groove back. The look on Hollywood's face was pretty heartbreaking; I was grateful to Ralph for holding him back from doing anything stupid.
But later, we see him pack up his stuff, telling Ralph Angel that he's going to back down to work at the oil rigs — and will probably stay there permanently, since there's nothing left for him here. (Of course, I cried No, don't go, Hollywood!) As he drove away, I held on to hope that Violet might roll up to the house, but nope. Hollywood is gone...for good, and Ralph looks pretty sad. But not for long: Later that night after his uncle is gone and Blue is asleep, Ralph Angel and Darla decide to take advantage of the empty house. Mmmhmm.
Now, our update on Nova: She's still on the Too Sweet case. She goes to visit the public defender to ask why he hasn't received any updates on his case. He's stuck in limbo! The defender lets her know his hands are tied. "We don't have the money or the manpower to move faster. It's like purgatory — for all of us." Real talk for many cities, I assume.
Next she's on stage with Melissa Harris-Perry for a panel, talking about her work as a journalist, when she spots Calvin in the audience (who's still looking fine as ever, by the way). MHP asks Nova to reflect on the relationship between the Black Lives Matter movement and law enforcement, and Calvin leans in here to hear her answer; so do we. She locks eyes with Calvin and says that while law enforcement in this country is largely anti-Black, she wants to work hand-in-hand with the brave men and women on the force who agree with her that positive work can be done...because "they do exist."
Calvin calls her after, and she gets the "yesss my boo is calling me" smile on her face. He then lets her know that he got the charges against Too Sweet dropped, for which she's grateful — but she tells him they can't keep falling back together again because, hello: He's married. And then he drops the bomb: He left his wife. (!) Does this mean these two will end up together?!
We'll find out in the finale — next episode! (Cue tears.) But before then, I have two sugar shoutouts for this week:
1. To the music supervisors for creating a realistic turn up situation at the juke joint, set to Jade's "Don't Walk Away." There are certain songs that are staples at parties like that, and this is one of them.
2. To the writers for subtly pointing out that Nova is a Delta when Melissa Harris-Perry — a member of Delta Sigma Theta in real life — called her a soror. We don't see Black Greek life represented on TV that often, so to see it both here and in Insecure this season were like small — and necessary! — gifts. I've been saying it all season, but these were both just two more signs that this show was created for black folks, by black folks.
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Like the way plus-size women make up less than 2% of the images we see in the media, petite women are admittedly used to seeing the season's latest trends on models close to six-feet-tall. It's an all-too-familiar feeling to pick out an item while shopping online, picture how good it will look on you, only to actually receive it in the mail and realize it fits totally different (read: you're drowning in it). Plus, there's the whole idea that ladies under 5'2" shouldn't (or just can't) wear certain trends — especially in the winter: A duster coat might swallow us, bell-bottoms might drag across the floor, sweater sleeves might be miles too long. We've heard it all — and that's exactly why we're flipping the script this year.
With puffer coats dominating winter trends and over-the-knee boots refusing to become irrelevant any time soon (or ever), we're proving that the petite among us can go big instead of resorting only to skinny jeans, bodycon skirts, and shift dresses. Since there's way more to cold-weather dressing than simply playing it safe, we recruited four petite Refinery29 staffers to prove that no piece is too difficult to conquer. Click through for a reminder that big style can come in petite packages.
The Puffer
Listen: We get that wearing a full-on puffer coat as a petite person can make you feel like you just left your bed wearing your comforter (although that look is kind of "in" right now, according to Marques Almeida), but there are ways to modify this trend to make it feel less overwhelming. Take this Acne Studios vest, for example. Though it's more of an accessory than true piece of outerwear (we wouldn't recommend facing a blizzard in this sleeveless number), it tackles the look in a way that doesn't engulf smaller frames. Pro tip: You can always find more affordable options at ASOS or Uniqlo.
Acne Studiostop and vest; Zara Pinstripe Trouser, $50, available at Zara; Tiny Om Drop Earrings, $427, available at Tiny Om.
Photographed by Jason Rodgers.
As for styling this trend, go with more fitted under-layers, as shown here on our associate project manager/producer, Ryen Williams.
A tailored trouser and sleek, pointed-toe flat will help balance out the top's proportions, and allow the puffer to be the focal point of the look without totally dominating — this way, you're wearing the outfit, rather than the outfit wearing you.
Acne Studiostop and vest; Zara Pinstripe Trouser, $50, available at Zara; Manolo Blahnik BB Leather Point-toe Flats, $645, available at Saks Fifth Avenue; Tiny Om Drop Earrings, $427, available at Tiny Om; Tiny Om Hoop Earrings, $290, available at Tiny Om.
Photographed by Jason Rodgers.
The Thigh-High Boot
When you're petite, it's normal to hold up an over-the-knee boot and ask yourself, "Is this the length of my entire leg?" And, oftentimes, it probably is. But, there are options out there that work: We've found that a fitted, sock-boot style is best because it can be subtly scrunched down to your desired height, if needed.
Zara Oversized Jacket with Pockets, $70, available at Zara; Maiyet Full Skirt, $550, available at Shopbop; Charlotte Olympia Infinity and Beyond Embellished Stretch-velvet Over-The-Knee Boots, $698, available at Net-A-Porter.
Photographed by Jason Rodgers.
Boots this high tend to look best with a skirt-length that shows a sliver of skin above the knee, so your entire leg doesn't get totally lost in fabric. Since a pair like this can feel dressy, add some interest with a printed turtleneck, an oversized pastel jacket, and some blingy-in-a-good-way earrings. "I might actually buy some over-the-knee boots now!" our executive creative director & co-founder, Piera Gelardi, said on set. Our work here is done.
Zara Oversized Jacket with Pockets, $70, available at Zara; Rebecca Taylor Snake Print Turtleneck Tee, $250, available at Rebecca Taylor; Maiyet Full Skirt, $550, available at Shopbop; Charlotte Olympia Infinity and Beyond Embellished Stretch-velvet Over-The-Knee Boots, $698, available at Net-A-Porter; Ashley Williams earrings.
Photographed by Jason Rodgers.
The Knitted Co-Ords
Layered knits (we've seen a lot of these coordinating sets in recent years) can look droopy and heavy, and just plain frumpy on petite women, likely because they're just not hitting you where they hit on the model. Instead of shapeless pieces, look for more structured cuts. Plus, a more uniform ribbed knit (rather than a super-chunky one) will have you giving off those Céline-esque Olsen-twin vibes.
Pixie Market sweater and skirt; Alumnae Turban Slide, $575, available at Alumnae.
Photographed by Jason Rodgers.
Shown here on our senior brand manager Samantha Yu, go bold-but-subtle when it comes to accessorizing this look. A furry flat will add some texture to the ensemble (and remind you that, even if you are petite, you don't need to wear heels all the time), and a single earring emphasizes the outfit's It-girl caché.
"Long, wide-leg pants make you look taller [when worn] with heels, whereas you might feel like a cropped pant can shorten the appearance of your legs," our senior audience development editor, Rebecca Smith, admits on set for this shoot. And while we generally love a cropped pant, we're all about petite ladies embracing a full-length bottom in all its glory.
Aritziatrench coat; Eloquii Ruffle Mock-Neck Sweater, $60, available at Eloquii; Eloquii Tie-Waist Button-Down Shirt, $60, available at Eloquii; Eloquii Wide-Leg Trouser, $100, available at Eloquii; KATKIM Cosby Ruby Necklace, $800, available at KATKIM; ASOS Curve Ring Pack of 10 Faux-Pearl Open & Mixed Rings, $12, available at ASOS; stylist's own shoes.
Photographed by Jason Rodgers.
With a higher-waisted pair, keep the styling long and loose: A classic trench coat and button-up maintain the feel of the look, without seeming like too much fabric. This shows a three-layer look can be totally flattering and not just bulky. Plus, it reminds petite women that there isn't a pant silhouette they can't try. Win-win.
Aritziatrench coat; Eloquii Ruffle Mock-Neck Sweater, $60, available at Eloquii; Eloquii Tie-Waist Button-Down Shirt, $60, available at Eloquii; Eloquii Wide-Leg Trouser, $100, available at Eloquii; KATKIM Cosby Ruby Necklace, $800, available at KATKIM; ASOS Curve Ring Pack of 10 Faux-Pearl Open & Mixed Rings, $12, available at ASOS.
Photographed by Jason Rodgers.
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There's a lot to love about Gilmore Girls, but Lorelai and Rory's charming obsession with food is my favorite. We can all imagine Lorelai announcing "I need something with cheese!" as she enters Luke's Diner. Sure, it's unrealistic that they lived off fistfuls of marshmallows, towers of Pop Tarts, and slice upon slice of frozen pizza without dropping dead from scurvy, but the show's creative writing and the actresses' whimsical line delivery succeeded in turning their unbelievable diets into the show's most fun and reliable running gag.
In an homage to that (and in anticipation of the upcoming GG revival on Netflix), I embarked on a journey to re-watch and record every single thing the Gilmore girls ate on screen throughout the entirety of the original seven seasons. Trust, I spent a lot of late nights craving doughnuts, but becoming the world's foremost expert in Gilmore Girls eats was worth it.
The mother-daughter duo doesn't shy away from vending machine burritos or Easy Cheese; Lorelai once even ate pizza out of the garbage. However, it wasn't just junk food the two consumed. The series also includes 71 fancy Friday night dinners at Emily and Richard's house, where the girls are served sweetbreads, squab, and lots and lots of pot roast. (That's also where Lorelai enjoys approximately 30 martinis throughout the show's run.)
Among the most original food creations are Mallomars that spell out "Happy birthday, Lorelai," dessert sushi, and "French toast on-the-go" (see slide 17). Perhaps most memorably, Lorelai and Rory were rarely seen without a coffee in hand — which translated to a grand total of 348 cups between them, by my count.
Before you tune into Gilmore Girls: A Year In The Life, take a walk down memory lane with my complete journal of everything the Gilmore girls ever ate on the show. And while watching the reboot in one sitting is practically mandatory, we do not recommend doing that with the food.
Season 1
Episode 1: Pilot
Coffee
Mrs. Kim's no sugar, no dairy, and no wheat muffins and tea
White wine
Salad
Coffee, orange juice
Cheeseburgers and fries
Coffee
Champagne, lamb, potatoes, red wine, and what looks like beets
Two coffees
Chilli fries
Episode 2: The Lorelai’s First Day at Chilton
Rediwhip from the can
Coffee “in an IV”
Coffee
A bite of a peach that Lorelai describes as “a little watery”
Coffee
Coffee
Pizza and coffee
Episode 3: Kill Me Now
Red wine and cassoulet for Friday night dinner
Coffee
Iced tea and rolls at the club
Coffee, specifically "the largest cheeseburger in the world”
Chocolate cake
Blueberry shortcake
White wine
Photo: Saeed Adyani/Netflix.
Episode 4: The Deer Hunter
Chocolate
Coffee
"Really bad" coffee
Pie
A bite of three different risotto recipes
Potato chips
Coffee
Rolos, cookies, starbursts
Episode 5: Cinnamon’s Wake
Red wine and something brown/tan for Friday night dinner (unidentifiable)
A bag of lettuce with ranch dressing poured in and eaten with a fork
Coffee
A Santa burger
It looks like some sort of poultry, carrots, mashed potatoes, rolls for Christmas dinner
Coffee
Episode 11: Paris Is Burning
Osso Buco made by Max, red wine
Squab, peas, and white wine for Friday night dinner
Coffee
Coffee
Tea
Soda
Old french fries
Pizza from the garbage
Coffee
Chicken, peas, mashed potatoes
Episode 12: Double Date
Coffee
Pop-Tarts
Coffee
Coffee
Rolls
A martini
Coffee
Coffee
Photo: Courtesy of Giphy.
Episode 13: Concert Interruptus
Coffees
Pop-Tarts
Episode 14: That Damn Donna Reed
Two pepperoni pizzas (Dean eats a salad, which they shame him for)
Bordeaux wine and some sort of potato dish and bread for Friday night dinner
A beer
Donna Reed night: Ritz crackers with Easy Cheese, steak, green beans, mashed potatoes, and "lime fantasy supreme" a.k.a. green Jell-O and cool whip
Three-egg omelet, goat cheese, and pancetta cooked
Coffee
Some sort of gummy candy Lorelai had in her purse
Chinese for dinner
(Note: On this episode, Lorelai talks about wanting buy some fruit at Doose's because she thinks she’s getting scurvy.)
Episode 15: Christopher Returns
Coffee
Coffee and pie
Two martinis and a soda
Asparagus and potatoes
Some sort of brown liquor for Lorelai and Chris
Coffee
Episode 16: Star-Crossed Lovers and Other Strangers
Coffee
Hamburger Helper
Coffee
Coffee
Coffee
Red wine
Gin
Three different types of pasta at Rory and Dean's three-month anniversary (so she doesn’t have to choose), tiramisu, and a meatball to go
Pot roast and carrots
Tea and chocolate cake for Friday night dinner
Coffee
Photo: Courtesy of Giphy.
Episode 17: The Breakup, Part II
Coffees
Chocolate chip pancakes, extra heavy on the chocolate with whipped cream on top
Coffee
Cheese and pepperoni toaster pizzas with extra parmesan
French soda at Madelyn’s party
A giant-ass thing of chocolate chip cookie dough ice cream
Pizza with everything
Episode 18: The Third Lorelai
Carrots and something green for Friday night dinner
White wine, a cheese plate, and spiced nuts
Carrots (AGAIN), green beans, and some sort of meat for Friday night dinner
Coffee and clown-shaped doughnuts
Frozen chocolate cake while Rory studies
Rabbit and some sort of orange thing — probably carrots, if I had to guess — for Friday night dinner
Brandy
Coffees
Episode 19: Emily in Wonderland
Artichokes, salad, rolls, and what looks like mashed potatoes for Friday night dinner
French toast with bacon, extra crispy
Pancakes with two eggs over easy
Coffees
Orange muffin with cinnamon glaze
A raspberry off a cake
Raspberry jam eaten from the jar with a spoon
Coffee
Popcorn
Cake
Coffees, pie, and ice cream with hot fudge
A big thermos of coffee
Episode 20: “P.S. I Lo…”
Coffees
Sugar-cinnamon pretzels
Coffee
Eggs
A lamb sandwich
A slice of strudel
Coffee
Pizza
Episode 21: “Love, Daisies, and Troubadours”
Cornflakes out of the box, while drinking milk out of the bottle
French fries
Vanilla wafers with seltzer water
Chocolate-covered espresso beans and "grape and red" Ring Pops
Hot dogs and french fries
Photo: Courtesy of Giphy.
Season 2
Episode 1: Sadie, Sadie
Two blueberry muffins
Coffee
Roqufort puffs
Some sort of elaborate salad for Friday Night dinner
Frozen Tater Tots and chicken fingers
White wine and soda
Special homemade beefaroni and Twinkies
More Twinkies
Episode 2: Hammers and Veils
Salad with "lemony" dressing for Friday night dinner
Two coffees
More coffee
Lorlelai is eating some kind of entrée that she comments looks like a tiny hat but doesn’t specify what it is (that's literally the weirdest thing I've ever written)
Two martinis
Mountains and mountains of assorted pastries
Episode 3: Red Light On Wedding Night
Tons of mini wedding cakes for taste testing (the two flavors we get specifics on are a mocha-crunch cream and raspberry)
Carrots
A fancy meal made by Max (the only specific thing I could figure out was garlic bread)
Chocolate cake
Coffees
Blueberry pancakes
Steak and "like eight baked potatoes"
Ice cream cones
Shirley Temple and a “giant” Long Island Ice Tea
Mixed nuts
Coffee
Episode 4: The Road Trip To Harvard
A fuzzy Certs from the bottom of Lorelai’s purse
Four fresh scones
Two coffees
Burgers
Ice cream
Coffee
Episode 5: Nick & Nora/Sid & Nancy
Eggs
Doughnuts (chocolate, cinnamon, and sprinkles)
Coffee
Pot Roast, four different kinds of salad, chicken wings, mashed potatoes, grilled cheese, and garlic bread
Coffee and a cherry Danishes
Episode 6: Presenting Lorelai Gilmore
Coffees, pancakes, and French toast
Coffees
Kung Pao chicken and egg rolls (Lorelai spits out the peanuts)
Two martinis
Burgers and fries (consumed with pinkies out)
Episode 7: Like Mother, Like Daughter
Coffee and two muffins
A sandwich, fruit salad, some sort of fruit soda
Diet coke
Sandwich, broccoli, fruit salad, and soda
Grilled corn, peppers, rolls, salad for Friday night dinner
A sandwich, broccoli, fruit salad, and a soda (seeing a pattern?)
Cake and tea
Coffee
Sandwich, broccoli, fruit salad, and soda (clearly Rory eats the same thing for lunch every single day)
Episode 8: The Ins & Outs Of Inns
An elaborate meal by Emily’s new cook who cooks food from her homeland or as Emily says, “one of those little countries by Mexico” (t looks like corn, salad, potatoes)
Coffee
Two pieces of raspberry cake, a rum ball, and coffee
A cupcake
Coffee
Coffees
Eggs, sausage, toast, fruit salad, coffees
Photo: Courtesy of Giphy.
Episode 9: Run Away Little Boy
Coffees
Cool whip from the container
Pizza in the fridge
A burrito from the vending machine at school
Cheeseburger, chilli fries, and coke
Chilli-cheese fries
Two burgers, fries, and fruit salad
Coffee
Coke
Coffee, a muffin, and fruit
Episode 10: The Bracebridge Dinner
Asparagus, sweet potatoes, some sort of poultry, rolls for Friday night dinner
Coffees
Cokes
Butternut-squash soup
Cake
Episode 11: Secrets and Loan
Coffees
Coffees and Eggo waffles
Sandwich, fruit, and soda
Chocolate Häagen-Dazs milkshakes and ice cream out of the carton Wine
Coke
Coffees
Salad and bread at Friday night dinner
Episode 12: Richard In Stars Hollow
Champagne
Soda
Carrots, asparagus, rolls, and sweet breads for Friday night dinner
Coffees
Banana pancakes, bacon, "lots and lots of coffee," and a grapefruit added at the insistence of Richard
Coffee
Egg fu yung, garlic chicken, and a ton of other Chinese food from Al’s Pancake World
Episode 13: A Tisket, A Tasket
Coffee from a thermos
Burger, fries
Pizza
CARROTS, roast beef, and new potatoes for Friday night dinner
Episode 14: It Should’ve Been Lorelai
Chips and Popcorn
Leftover Halloween candy and apple juice
A Manhattan
Coffees, fruit salad, and toast
Episode 15: Lost & Found
Pancakes with a side of pancakes
Rocky road hot-fudge sundaes with extra maraschino cherries and two cans of whipped cream
Lemon Coke that is “super crazy and addictive”
Leftover Chinese (they took on the entire chicken section of the Chinese menu)
Episode 16: There’s the Rub
Coffees
Cucumber water
Two orders of garlic naan, three samosas, an order of chicken vindaloo, rice, green sauce, and NO salad
French fries, macaroni and cheese, and burgers
A vodka martini straight up with a twist, very dry, very cold
Peanuts
Steak, Caesar salad, and a shrimp cocktail
Ice cream
Coffees and bacon
Episode 17: Dead Uncles and Vegetables
Coffee
A plate of unidentifiable food from the buffet at a wake
Episode 18: Back in the Saddle Again
Pot roast, potatoes, salad, and bread for Friday night dinner
A piece of chocolate from the “private stash” in Lorelai's purse
Omelet with jack cheese
French toast
10 rolls ("hot and buttery with that split top thing")
Episode 19: Teach Me Tonight
Some sort of weird berry mixture
Roasted marshmallows made over the stove
Six Pop Tarts, half a bag of marshmallows, four bagel dogs, and a really stale Cheese Nip
Brownies
Something that looks like broccoli and a biscuit and coffees
Pie and coffee
Ice cream cones
Episode 20: Help Wanted
Bad coffee
White wine
A peach
A soda
Cheeseburger
Another cheeseburger
Perrier and champagne
A doughnut and coffee
Episode 21: Lorelai’s Graduation Day
Scrambled eggs, bacon, toast, coffees, and fruit salad
A scone and tea
Margaritas for Lorelai
A graduation hat cake filled with two pounds of crushed chocolate-covered espresso beans
A hot dogs with everything on it
Episode 22: I Can’t Get Started
White wine and coke
Salad and rolls for Friday night dinner
Lorelai orders eggs, toast, and fruit, but she changes her mind and trades it all in for pancakes
Coffees
Chocolate doughnut and sprinkles doughnut and coffee
Wine
Coffee
A jordan almond
Icing
Some sort of tiki drink
Photo: WB Television/Photofest.
Season 3
Episode 1: Lazy-Crazy-Hazy Day
Bacon, eggs, and pancakes and coffee (in a dream)
Kosher bacon (made with beef not pork) and coffee
Coffee
White wine
Coffee
A doughnut
Episode 2: Haunted Leg
Pancakes, fried eggs, side of bacon
Chicken-noodle soup with a side of mashed potatoes
Coffee
Rice Krispies, marshmallows, and milk in a bowl
Some raspberries
Coffee
Cheeseburger, fries, onion rings, and a cherry coke
White wine
Macaroni and cheese, Tater Tots, and pizza rolls, and chilli bean soup, and cake
Episode 3: Application Anxiety
Soda
Coffees, pancakes, bacon
Scotch
Doughnuts
Iced teas
Potatoes, “famous” chicken, rolls
Water
Episode 4: One’s Got Class and the Other One Dyes
Two hamburgers
Rice Krispies from the box
Episode 5: Eight O’Clock at the Oasis
Coffee
Pizza with extra cheese melted on top and cheesy bread
Merlot, pork, potatoes, rolls for Friday night dinner
Unidentifiable weird looking substances at Luke’s and coffee
Salad, chicken Kiev, salad, white wine, rolls for Friday night dinner
“A funky monkey” — an alcoholic beverage that’s made up of all the leftover alcohol in the dorm
A large plate of food from the Renaissance fair wedding: grapes and corn were definitely on the plate
Beer
Episode 22: Raincoats & Recipes
Macaroni and cheese made with extra cheese slices
Coffee
Coffee
Duck, rolls, red wine, and fruit over ice cream for Friday night dinner
Bread and salad
Photo: Courtesy of Giphy.
Season 5
Episode 1: Say Goodbye to Daisy Miller
Iced teas
Bread
Episode 2 : A Messenger, Nothing More
Coffee and a doughnut
A triple espresso
Soda
Rootbeer
Potato chips, pizza with steak sauce, Chinese
Episode 3: Written in the Stars
Martinis, coke, Hungarian cheese
Fennel-potato soup with a touch of chili powder (“something exotic now that it’s just our girls”), rolls, white wine for Friday night dinner
Scrambled eggs with cheddar cheese, a side of half bacon, half sausage and a side of fruit for both
Coffees
Coffee
Champagne
Marshmallows
A drink in a black Solo cup
Episode 4: Tippecanoe and Taylor, Too
Eggs, bacon, blintzes, coffee
A bite of tomato
Coffee
Coffee
Coffee
Coffee
Coffee
Photo: WB Television/Photofest.
Episode 5: We Got Us A Pippi Virgin
Peas, chicken, rice, and coffee
Coffee
Boysenberry pie with ice cream, hot-fudge sundae, half a grapefruit (at Luke's insistence), and coffee
Coffee
JoJo’s chili burgers, fries, popcorn, soda
Beer
Episode 6: Norman Mailer, I’m Pregnant”
Coffee
Like eight coffees
Nachos and a slushie
Pizza on the living room floor for Friday night dinner when Emily and Richard don't show up
Coffee
Coffee
Episode 7: You Jump, I Jump, Jack
2 vodka martinis
Some unidentifiable fancy dish at Emily’s
Champagne
Episode 8: The Party’s Over
Meat skewers
Martini and a soda
Carrots, bread, potatoes, chicken, salad, white wine for Friday night dinner
Blueberry muffin and coffee
Chicken, carrots, peas
Dean gives Rory her choice of slightly damaged sandwiches from Doose’s (“a battered Chicken salad, a bruised tuna salad, a ham that survived the creamed-corn assault of 2004, and something gray”), chips, and soda
Lamb and artichoke stew, penne with pesto and potatoes, roasted garlic with rosemary focaccia, tomatoes stuffed with breadcrumbs and goat cheese, ricotta cheesecake, amaretto cookies, and coffee
Wine
Rory eats some sort of finger food (I think a baby carrot?) at some fancy party Emily and Richard hold
Champagne
Photo: Saeed Adyani/Netflix.
Episode 9: Emily Says Hello
What looks like fruit salad
Hor d'oeuvres from some rich-people party that Marty bartends for (“something bacon should never be wrapped around")
Soda
Frozen pizza with cheese in the crust
Scotch neat
Wine, bread, and pork chops brined in a salt water-bourbon solution
Coffee and pie
Potato chips
Popcorn
Episode 10: But Not As Cute As Pushkin
Pie and brownies
Caviar
Coffee
Episode 11: Women of Questionable Morals
Coffee
Leftover coffee from customer’s cups (Sookie shamed Lorelai for it so it isn’t actually consumed)
Coffee
A martini and a soda
Milk and cookies
Tequila
Coffees
Episode 12: Come Home
Coffee
Coffee
Coffee
Toblerone
Champagne
Episode 13: Wedding Bells Blue
Doughnuts and Coffee
Pancakes, pop tarts, doughnuts, mini marshmallows, Tater Tots (Lorelai made them because the instant mashed potatoes were too difficult to make) and a pizza tower
Potstickers
Rum and coke
A clear alcoholic beverage of some kind
Champagne
Episode 14: Say Something
Two bowls of Fruit Loops, wheat Chex, and Captain Crunch
Tollhouse cookie dough, chocolate-covered matzo, blue and red Twizzlers, three different types of Pop Tarts, chocolate cookies, chocolate chip cookies, mini marshmallows, Doritos, three different type of cereals in one bowl with non-fat milk and half and half among other things for “break-up supplies”
Episode 15: Jews and Chinese Food
Two orders of Chicken, pasta, broccoli, carrots, and coke
Two ice cream
Three coffees (Lorelai only wants one but is given three for saying coffee, coffee, coffee)
Coffee
Leftovers from the Cartel’s engagement party plus pretzels of the world (San Francisco sourdough, German pumpernickel, chocolate-covered swiss, and wasabi nuggets), and pizza and sodas for Rory and Marty’s movie night
Beer, fried shrimp, and other high-end Chinese food
Photo: Saeed Adyani/Netflix.
Episode 16: So...Good Talk
A small coffee
Coffee
Roast duck and strawberry shortcake for Friday night dinner
Coffee
Pie and two rum balls
Coffee
A bite of a really bad cheeseburger
Coffee
Scones
Chinese food
Episode 17: Pulp Fiction
Mocha-chocolate-caramel Swirlaccino with whipped cream
Coffee
Cocoa puffs
Burger and fries
Doughnut
Goose for Friday night dinner
Harry and David fruit
Icecream
Episode 18: To Live and Let Diorama
Trail Mix with the raisins, dried cranberries, carob picked out
Coffee
Coffee
Coffee
Fruit 'N' Oats, Sugar Rice Pops, and a third kind of cereal
A few cups of Founder’s Day punch
Episode 19: But I’m A Gilmore
Hangover hard tacos, soft tacos, curly fries, straight fries, spicy fries, a beef burrito
Orange soda
Club soda
Fancy soup
Episode 20: How Many Kropogs to Cape Cod?
A meat and pasta dish for Friday night dinner
Burger, rare with cheddar cheese and BBQ sauce on the side, fries
Banana-cream pie
Coffee
An Altoid
Soft-shell crab amandine and wild rice, roll, white wine
Gin martini (with an onion first even though Lorelai wanted an olive) Club soda
Roast, rolls, avocado salad with beet dressing
Coffee and baked apples
Unidentifiable dish Sookie is recipe testing
Episode 21: Blame Booze and Melville
Marshmallows dipped in chocolate fondue
An apple
A MoonPie, DingDong, and Orange Crush
Episode 22: A House Is Not A Home
Doughnut
Bread
Poptarts
Coffee
Coffee
Photo: Courtesy of Giphy.
Season 6
Episode 1: New and Improved Lorelai
Zima
Coffee and danish from an organic bakery
Coffee
Beer
Chinese food
Episode 2: Fight Face
Coffee
Coffee and a giant spread of bagels, pastries, and other breakfast foods
Coffee
A beer
Club soda
A very fancy lunch from Emily (accompanied by cigarettes for bartering)
Coffee
Episode 3: The Undergraduate
Raspberry, strawberry, grapes, scones, and orange juice
An espresso
Coffee
Mimosa
Episode 4: Always a Godmother, Never a God
Coffee
Chinese food
Vodka
Salad, fruit, potato salad
Pizza, Twizzlers, gummy bears, pretzels
Episode 5: We’ve Got Magic To Do
Punch
Steak, grilled squash, peppers, and other grilled vegetables
Coffee
Pasta and “Italian sauce”
Spinach and fish
Episode 6: Welcome to the Dollhouse
Scooped bagel with cream cheese and jam and coffee
“Emergency” BLT, “emergency” chilli fries, and an "emergency'" black and white shake
Coffee
Photo: Saeed Adyani/Netflix.
Episode 7: Twenty-One is the Loneliest Number
Ten different cakes for tasting (decided on the chocolate-praline-crunch cake)
Fried chicken, peas
Sri Lankan food
Salad, pot roast, mashed potatoes, baby carrots, Parker House rolls with Irish butter, and ice cream sundae
Red wine
Chocolate chip pancakes with tons of whipped cream
A “Rory” — champagne, vodka, grenadine, and pineapple juice
Sushi
Two chocolate boxes
Episode 8: Let Me Hear Your Balalaikas Ringing Out
A beer
Coffee
Episode 9: The Prodigal Daughter Returns
Wine
Coffee
Nachos made with baked chips and low-fat cheese
Doughnut
Coffee
Toast and a coke
Chicken and dumplings, burgers, salad, red wine
Coffee
Burgers, fries, onion rings, donuts, and ice cream
Episode 10: He’s Slippin’ 'Em Bread...Dig?
Scrambled egg, bacon, toast, pancakes, side of fruit
One blueberry
Kabobs, pot stickers, soup, artichoke hearts, a lobster roll, salad, and three other unidentifiable fancy dishes prepared by Sookie in honor of Rory’s homecoming
Mini fruit tarts and mini cakes
Popcorn
A huge Thanksgiving feast made by Sookie — typical Turkey Day fixings
Episode 11: The Perfect Dress
Coffees
Burgers
Coffee
Cake
Coffee
Duck-sausage rolls
French fries
Photo: Saeed Adyani/Netflix.
Episode 12: Just Like Gwen and Gavin
Coffee
Coffee
A dozen glazed doughnuts
Harry and David pears
Chinese food
Episode 13: Friday Night’s Alright For Fighting
Coffee
A plate of giant marshmallows covered in chocolate sauce
Two coffees
Two double cappuccinos (which they ordered when they had coffees in their hands)
Coffee
Red wine and a sub sandwich
Martinis
White wine, rolls, salad
Passion fruit sorbet
Coffee
Sherry
Episode 14: You’ve Been Gilmored
Endive salad, rolls, white wine, and something with a red wine reduction sauce for Friday night dinner
2 personal frozen pizzas with frozen Tater Tots on top
Frozen apple and cherry turnovers
Strawberry Pop Tarts
Coffee
Shrimp from Al’s
Three gin martinis
Some fancy orange soup
Episode 15: A Vineyard Valentine
Coffee
Orange juice and a scone
Coffee
White wine, salad, lobster, broccoli, mashed potatoes, bruschetta
Coffee and pastries
Coffee
Photo: Warner Bros/Everett Collection.
Episode 16: Bridesmaids Revisited
Coffee
Champagne
Gin or vodka and pretzels
Episode 17: I’m OK, You’re OK
“Lots and lots” Chinese food — potstickers, lo mein, some chicken dish, and some other stuff
Coffee
Chilli fries
Assorted pastries
Mocha latte
Mac and cheese, taquitos, mini hot dogs, chili fries, and red wine
Coffee
Coffee
Two Coffees
Doughnut
Two burgers and fries
Episode 18: The Real Paul Anka
Coffee
Episode 19: I Get a Sidekick Out of You
Coffee
Beer, pretzels, potato chips
Two manhattans, extra cherries
Hot dogs and potato chips
Eight tequila shots
Episode 20: Super Cool Party People
Coffee
Raspberries
Potato chips
Soda
Cake, candy, cookies, and "about 10 pounds of flavored lip gloss"
Chinese food
Episode 21: Driving Miss Gilmore
Spaghetti and meatballs, bread, red wine for Friday night dinner
Coffee
Episode 22: Partings
Martini
Rolls, paella, red wine
Beer and fish and chips
Photo: Courtesy of Giphy.
Season 7
Episode 1: The Long Morrow
Coffee
Episode 2: That’s What You Get, Folks, for Makin’ Whoopee
Coffees, orange juice, toaster waffles with butter, chocolate syrup, syrup, whipped cream, syrup, and M&M's
Icees, popcorn, MilkDuds, Junior Mints, other candy
Popcorn and biscotti
Episode 5: The Great Stink
Fritos and ginger ale
Food from Ibiza (a Tapas restaurant): duck, short ribs, Gazpacho, a “cheese pie thing” and a “2003 red something” wine, flan
Lunchables
Champagne and a “bread plate”
Salad with pears, rolls, red wine, lamb, and rhubarb pie
Episode 6 : Go Bulldogs!
Café au lait and a croissant
Coffee
Coffee
Red wine, rolls, french food of some kind (no specifics), creme brulee, and cognac
Coffee and doughnuts
Photo: CW Network/Everett Collection.
Episode 7: French Twist
Champagne
Tea
Rice Krispy Treats
Langoustine on a bed of mush and candied carrot cannelle
‘78 LaTour
Espresso and chocolate cake
Episode 8: Introducing Lorelai Planetarium
Coffee
White wine, snails, salad, bread
Sparkling wine from Califonia
A unidentifiable alcoholic beverage at a fancy party
Coffee
Episode 9: Knit, People, Knit
Champagne
Lamb (flown in from New Zealand), red wine, rolls
Chocolate Mousse, Para liqueur, and a cheese plate
Coffee
A rootbeer Dum Dum
"An upside-down tequila with a twist"
Coffee
Episode 10: Merry Fistcuffs
Chicken, mashed potatoes, and steamed vegetables
Indian food (raita, naan, some kind of curry and rice) and a beer
Photo: Saeed Adyani/Netflix.
Episode 11: Santa’s Secret Stuff
Coffee
Strawberries
Hot chocolate
Coffee with three candy canes melted into it
Pie
Christmas cookies
Episode 12: To Whom It May Concern
Quail Mazatlan with tequila-cactus sauce
Coffee and lemon-poppy seed, apple-spice, and double chocolate-chip muffin tops hot from the oven
Salad, macaroni and cheese, and a roll
Episode 13: I’d Rather Be in Philadelphia
Six different flavored sodas, Fritos, Doritos, Starburst, Ritz Crackers; Rory refers to the snacks as “fluorescent-orange ersatz-cheese thing”
Coffee
Hospital food — a sandwich
Milk Duds and coffees
Burgers, an assortment of sandwiches, salad, pie, half a dozen chocolate-chip cookies, salad, two fish fillets, lobster roll, fish tacos, fried fish, fish sticks, tuna fish sandwiches brought to the hospital by Luke
Episode 14: Farewell, My Pet
Coffee
Coffee
Episode 15: I’m a Kayak, Me Roar
Two Roy Rogers
Sea bass with lemon-dill sauce, green beans, bread for Friday night dinner
Cinnamon rolls
Coffee
Champagne
Avocado and crab meat
Vodka
A 24-ounce steak
Coffee
Photo: Saeed Adyani/Netflix.
Episode 16: Will You Be My Lorelai Gilmore?
A taste of blue icing from a cupcake
Episode 17: Gilmore Girls Only
Lobster and shrimp and a hot dog for the table at Winky’s off I-85
Champagnes
Chocolate cake
Mrs. Field Cookie, Nutter Butters, a pack of crackers, mini doughnuts from a motel vending machine
Episode 18: Hay Bale Maze
Coffee
Paella, red wine
Pie with vanilla ice cream
Episode 19: It’s Just Like Riding A Bike
Coffee
Chicken nuggets
A muffin and coffee
Two coffees
Beer and pretzels
Cantaloupe, orange juice, toast, cereal, coffee
Episode 20: Lorelai? Lorelai?
Martinis
Coffee
Coffee
A sandwich, macaroni and cheese
French toast with extra cinnamon
A cosmo and club soda
Coffee
Scrambled eggs
Fries and a soda
Episode 21: Unto the Breach
Coffee and a doughnut with a muffin on the side
Champagnes
Fruit and oats cereal without milk
Coffee
Episode 22: Bon Voyage
Some kind of orange soup, bread, and white wine
Coffees
Tea
Coffees
Photo: Saeed Adyani/Netflix.
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Here are the things I always remember to do after I shower: Lay on my bed in my towel for 20 minutes while scrolling through Instagram, rinse out my plastic cup filled with shower wine (yes, I drink wine in the shower, and highly recommend it to anyone working in media), and double check that I have, in fact, successfully shaved both armpits. Here is something I often forget to do: moisturize. It's not like I haven't been reminded — just about every masseuse that's rubbed me down has commented on my scaly skin. But what can I say? I enjoy hot showers and do not enjoy standing naked in a freezing cold apartment. And, once my pajamas are on, they aren't coming back off. (Unless, you know...)
I'm not alone here either: a few of my beauty-editors friends have also admitted to missing this moisture step. But, according to dermatologist Dendy Engelman, MD, these slips can have major consequences. "In biology class, we were taught that water moves from higher concentration to a lower concentration, and that's exactly what happens post-shower," she says. "When you emerge from the shower, you have a higher concentration of moisture compared to the air — especially in the drier months with heaters. So water evaporates off the skin quickly, leaving the skin dry." Moisturizing, Dr. Engelman explains, traps some of that water on your skin. (That's why it's so important to do it immediately when you step out of the shower.)
And if you don't lotion up? Well, buckle up for an uncomfortable winter. "Dry skin doesn't function optimally because the barrier function is compromised, leaving the skin sensitive and unbalanced," Dr. Engelman says. For the best results, you need to add yet another step: exfoliation. "This helps your moisturizer to penetrate deeply into the skin, locking in natural oils, and aiding in repairing," she explains. "Depending on the ingredients of the lotion you use, applying it over cracked, dry skin can cause burning and inflammation."
Now, if you're like me and tend to just slap some oil onto your legs, Dr. Engelman says you're missing some key zones in desperate need of protection. She specifically calls out your face, hands, and chest as areas to never miss with moisturizer. "Ceramides, cholesterol, and fatty acids make up the essential components of the lipid layer of the skin on your face," she explains. "This layer serves as your first line of defense against bacteria, pollution, and other harmful environmental assaults." And if it's dry and sensitive, those free radicals are more likely to attack your skin.
She suggests adding a shot of ceramides to whatever cream you usually smooth onto your face. (She loves Elizabeth Arden's Ceramide Capsules.) "As for the rest of the body, I tell my patients this rule: ointments are more hydrating than creams, creams are more hydrating than lotions," she says. "So depending on the area and dryness, this can help guide you."
And aside from remembering to moisturize, there are other things you can do to ensure you're staying smooth. "Make sure to drink lots of fluids," she says. "Water is the most essential ingredient for healthy, beautiful skin." A diet rich in omega-3 and omega-6 oils can boost your skin's inner hydrating functions. And, for the love of all that is holy, turn your shower temperature down; hot water removes the surface lipids from your skin, allowing moisture to leak out, causing dryness.
But the easiest way to remember to moisturize is to invest in a lotion that you love. Lately I've been greasing up with French-girl favorite Nuxe Huile Prodigieuse as soon as I step out of the shower. After that, I continue on with my regular ritual — and maybe just one more glass of wine.
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Miley Cyrus turned 24 on November 23 and, judging by her Instagram, it was the ideal birthday. The celebration kicked off with an Instagram from her fiancé, Liam Hemsworth, who gave her a unicorn-adorned present. Cyrus revealed that it was a cool rainbow rock that she seems to love a lot more than the engagement ring he got her. Understandable: it's definitely more her style.
Cyrus shared a selection of pics from her day, including herself doing yoga with her dog and Facetiming with her bestie. And, of course, waking up in a bed full of her beloved dogs.
Your phone case says a lot about you. Every time I take a call, open an email, or scroll through Instagram, I'm reminded of the pink-and-purple, glittery, unicorn-covered piece I own. Not exactly the most sophisticated item. Thankfully, super-stylists and creative partners Charlotte Stockdale and Katie Lyall have just launched a new line of accessories we never realized we needed — until now.
CHAOS (available exclusively at MatchesFashion) offers initialed leather phone cases, gold-plated charms, leather luggage tags, and suitcase straps that are as covetable as they are functional — perfectly filling the gap in the market for lifestyle goods that are as playful as they are thoughtfully made, durable, and usable. Oh, and remember those matching tracksuits Cara Delevingne and Margot Robbie wore while promoting Suicide Squad? Yeah, those were by CHAOS, too.
We spoke to Stockdale and Lyall about their industry careers (they worked on the Victoria's Secret fashion show for 10 years), learning from Karl Lagerfeld, and starting their own company.
Photo: Alexander KentPhoto: Alexander Kent
Why did it feel like the right time to launch an accessories brand together? What was it in response to?
Charlotte Stockdale: "It was a long, slow burner actually. I started doing Victoria’s Secret in 2000, and Katie started working with me just after. Toward the last five years, we realized we loved to make things. The wonderful thing about that show is the costumes are not produced, so we had a lot of fun and a lot of freedom. We also work really hard and travel a lot, and it was back in the days of VS that I would constantly lose my phone underneath a bunch of fabric, feathers, or bras. So we’d tie our phones to ribbons and hang them around our necks. We thought, shall we just make something for ourselves that’s nice? So we made a zip [lanyard] ourselves a couple of years ago that was not as beautiful as these are now. But we started wearing it, and we had about 1,000 made and gave them to people."
Katie Lyall: "That was two years ago, and there are people in my life who are still using them."
CS: "It was an extraordinary range of people. Some of [Patrick] Demarchelier’s assistants used them for their light meters; Katie’s friend’s mum, who is a matron at the London Hospital; a lot of the Fendi team. Then we thought, you know what, we’ve talked a lot over the years about doing our own thing."
KL: "There are really fun cases and then there are gorgeous, expensive cases that are quite simple, but there isn’t that in-between that is fun, that you can add some personality to and make your own in the way that people use stickers on their notebook or handbag."
CS: "We felt that this whole category of tech hadn’t been translated in a luxury way. There’s some really cool stuff, but that idea of approaching it like a leather desk collection had not been explored."
Few brands have been able to create fashion tech that is as functional as it is stylish, and that can be seamlessly incorporated into our lives. Was it a challenge marrying functionality and style?
CS: "We all went into it thinking it would be really easy. We made it with a very, very experienced company in China. They were like, 'No problem, we can do this,' and then it came back and we were like, 'That’s not quite luxury.'"
KL: "In function, there are things that can’t be flexible, like making sure all four corners are covered on the best phone cases. So when you drop your phone, obviously it’s not completely proof, but it [protects] it much more. That’s something we really didn’t want to be flexible on. So the challenge was to make sure it was a leather that was wrappable, but still beautiful. You have to love tech and really know your instinctive luxury levels."
Photo: Yvan Fabing
What are your plans for expansion with the line?
KL: "The things that excite us are when it’s functional and a lifestyle product, something we feel we need that you can’t find anywhere else."
CS: "The phone cases will continue, the zips will evolve into categories apart from phone lanyards. We’ve done the beginnings of a luggage line. Not luggage itself, but the garnish. We constantly find ourselves at the airport, and you’re tired and you can’t remember which black bag is yours, so we made some stickers that are reflective bicycle stickers and we covered our suitcases in them. We started getting stopped in airports by people saying: 'Oh my god, your suitcase is amazing, where is it from?' Actually they weren't looking at the suitcase, they were looking at the stickers. We thought, what’s a more premium way to do this? And then we saw luggage straps were really quite utilitarian and not that nice — so we’re making luggage straps."
Photo: Yvan Fabing
For the most part, fashion is an industry dominated by men in the most senior positions. Is that something that frustrates you, or do you notnoticethe predominance of men?
CS: "It is true when you look at the list of CEOs around the world, they are largely male. But I think it will change, because the next generation is going to be quite used to seeing their mothers working at a high level that requires travel. If you’re talking about those sort of jobs, they are not a 9-to-5. They’re 24/7, and that is really hard when you start to have children. That’s definitely something that has held women back. Now the world is even more global, and you have to pick up a call at midnight."
KL: "The way we work and our relationship with other people around us is so all-inclusive, so from our point of view, we don’t allow it to be an issue."
Who are the people you’ve met throughout your careers who have influenced and inspired you the most?
KL: "We work with Karl [Lagerfeld] so closely, and he is interested in everything — old, new, digital, traditional. To work alongside him and watch him be so interested by everything is really inspiring, and it reminds you that new things are really important to embrace."
CS: "Working with Silvia Fendi has been incredibly inspiring. Nothing is a no. She’s so open and imaginative. And Dasha [Zhukova]."
KL: "They’re all kind of people who live by the same rules. Let’s just try, nothing’s impossible. That’s a good kind of rule to have at work."
Watch the CHAOS film created by director Yvan Fabing, featuring CHAOS’ favorite models including Anna Ewers, Taylor Hill, Karlie Kloss, Edie Campbell, and Binx Walton, below.
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