Empowered women empower women—and that includes sharing lessons learned along the way, even if they’re not always about the finest moments. Often it’s in the most challenging of times that the clearest path forward actually emerges. To celebrate that spirit of continuing to forge ahead, Combs Enterprises and CÎROC tapped Culture Creators—a women-led organization started
Content warning: suicidal ideation To the outside world, I lived a perfect life. My toy company, Melissa & Doug, which I founded in 1988 alongside my husband, Doug Bernstein, had grown from a tiny operation run out of Doug’s parents’ garage into a half-billion dollar business. Doug and I had been married for over thirty
Photography courtesy of L’Oréal ParisWe caught up with the longtime L’Oréal Paris brand ambassador about the honourees of the annual Women of Worth gala, what makes her feel empowered as a woman in 2021 — and the power of a great lipstick. By Jennifer Berry Date March 17, 2021 Facebook Twitter When I “meet” Dame
Eating disorders are incredibly prevalent. More than 28 million Americans will have an eating disorder in their lifetime, which means it’s very likely that you’ll know someone at some point in your life who’s struggling. Fortunately, there are ways you can help. Compassionate, knowledgeable friends and loved ones can play a significant role in a
It’s been a few years since Meghan Markle and Prince Harry’s October 2018 Australia royal tour, but one accessory to emerge from the trip has remained steadfast: the effortlessly chic Veja sneakers the Duchess of Sussex sported on a boat in Sydney. As anyone else who’s ever waited for a restock of Veja’s core styles
Westport, Conn. is the 19th richest community in America. It’s where some of my middle school and junior high classmates lived and it’s where my Jamaican grandma cleaned homes for years. I attended countless birthday parties and sleepovers in the same neighborhood where I would accompany my mom’s mom on the job when mine was
Illustration by Alexis Eke By FASHION Staff Date March 15, 2021 Facebook Twitter It’s the most wonderful time of the year — when we officially announce the winners of our #BeautyForAll Awards. This year, FASHION celebrates the 20th anniversary of the annual awards, in which we test hundreds of beauty submissions and select the best
Whether you love them or hate them, squats are a staple in most workout routines, and for good reason. But their booty-boosting abilities sometimes come with a side of knee pain that can prevent you from meeting your goals. POPSUGAR spoke to two experts to understand why your knees just never seem to be up
Rowan Blanchard was woke before we even knew what being awake meant. By the age of 13, the bubbly actress was a keynote speaker at UN Women’s HeForShe conference. In 2014, she openly discussed her struggles with depression, creating a public discourse around destigmatizing mental illness, and in 2017, she spoke at the Women’s March
Des Willie/BBCAmerica/Sid Gentle Dearly departed, we are gathered here today to mourn the end of BBC America’s cult-favorite spy thriller Killing Eve. No, your eyes aren’t failing you—you read that correctly. Villanelle, in all her murderous glory, and our delightfully naive heroine Eve’s cat-and-mouse chase will end with the fourth and final season. At the
Photography by AUSTIN HARGRAVE. Dress, $1,775, scarf, $630, and belt, $1,775, Gucci. Earrings, $2,500, and rings, from $3,350, David Yurman. Nose ring (worn throughout), Singh’s own.“Now, in everything I do, I want to be proud of myself and have fun; my expectation is to be myself. That’s the Lilly everyone is going to get now.”
If you’ve ever struggled to fall asleep (or stay asleep), you’re definitely not alone. In fact, even aiming for a standard eight hours can mean you often fall short. Add in the negative ways the pandemic has affected our sleep patterns, and you likely found yourself getting less shut-eye than ever over the past year.
Craig BarrittGetty Images Brandon Maxwell has quite the resume, from designing for Michelle Obama to Lady Gaga to his designs draping the bodies of Meghan Markle, Regina King, Anne Hathaway, and more. But before he was a purveyor of high-end fashion, he spent much of his childhood shopping for goods in Walmart. Today, Maxwell becomes
Jennifer Aniston hasn’t been seen out often during the coronavirus pandemic, but this Monday, the actress gave a rare look at her casual style in Los Angeles. Aniston was photographed leaving a hair salon, dressed in a black sweater, skinny jeans, black and gray patterned mask, and white sneakers. She accessorized with a black purse
When my marriage ended more than a decade ago, all parties assumed my ex and I would adopt the standard-issue divorce package: The kids would stay with me to provide the stability of a primary home, while he got weekend visits and I received child support. That was what the attorneys laid out as the
By Olivia Stren Date March 16, 2021 Facebook Twitter This article was originally published in January 2019. About a year into my first real job, as a junior editor at Toronto Life, I arrived at my performance review — a breakfast meeting scheduled for 9 a.m. — 25 minutes late. I’d been wild with nerves
[embedded content] Nike’s ad for its first dedicated maternity line is undeniably powerful, a celebration of a mother’s strength and a resounding affirmation that yes, moms can be and are athletes. “If you aren’t, no one is,” Nike says in the ad, flashing clips of Serena Williams celebrating a victory and Alex Morgan and sprinter
Since March of 2020, more than 2.5 million women have lost their jobs—including my sister-in-law, Christine. Along with so many others, her job in the hospitality industry evaporated overnight. “The government had no plans to deal with COVID or the financial hardship, and for six months I was unemployed,” Christine told me. “I’m fortunate to
photography by istockTry these five tips to get more ZZZs and behold the bright-eyed results. By Emilie Dingfeld Date March 15, 2021 Facebook Twitter It might have been ages since you’ve woken up feeling like you’ve gotten a good night’s sleep, and you’re certainly not alone. As many of our lives get busier with work
In April 2020, about a month after the COVID-19 pandemic forced the country into lockdown, I developed symptoms consistent with some type of stomach issue. I completely lost my appetite, and when I could eat, I was met with extreme bloating and discomfort, mostly on the left side. Food made me exhausted, and the mere
The 2021 Academy Award nominations have been unleashed upon the world, and like every year, people have strong feelings. Before we dive in, though, let’s make one thing clear: The Oscars are a remarkably flawed way to bestow value on good storytelling. Snubs and surprises don’t—or, at least, shouldn’t—designate much about the inherent quality of
Photography via Netflix CanadaHere’s what you need to watch ahead of the April 25 Oscars ceremony, and where you can find them streaming in Canada. By Patricia Karounos Date March 15, 2021 Facebook Twitter History was made when the 2021 Oscar nominations were announced this morning: Nomadland director Chloé Zhao and Promising Young Woman’s Emerald Fennell became the
Leggings on, hair tousled with a beachy wave, lipstick applied, and sunglasses artfully placed to hide the ever-present bags under my eyes, I was ready for my eight-week postpartum check-in. I knew my doctor would give me the green light to jump back into my regular workout routine, and as a self-proclaimed fitness fanatic, I
Oscar season is upon us, and with that comes the anxious need to check all the nominated films off your to-watch list ahead of the ceremony. In the time of quarantine, most of the year’s nominated films are available to stream, meaning you barely have to move from your couch, bed, or pillow fort to