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6 Easy Outfit Ideas For Those Mornings When You Just Can't

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We all have those mornings, when getting up seems almost as terrible as walking over hot coals in bare feet, and getting dressed seems even worse than that. But unfortunately, the whole nudity movement hasn't quite caught on, and unless you work in a very liberal environment, clothing isn't optional. 


And since your old college T-shirt and hole-ridden boxers don't exactly say, "I'm ready to take on the world," we have a few comfortable outfit ideas that say, at the very least, "I'm here and I probably brushed my teeth." Herewith, six outfits for those mornings when you just can't. 


1. A dress over pants, because sometimes, tights are too much. 



2. A monochromatic outfit, because you don't need to worry about matching your top to your bottom.    



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3. A slouchy maxi dress, because then you can curl up in it all day. 



4. A jumpsuit, because then you only have to put on one article of clothing. 



5. Glorified sweatpants. Or they could be actual sweatpants, because your legs will thank you. 



6. An oversized sweater and leggings, because you don't need to break a sweat to enjoy the comforts of Lycra. 



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Kylie Jenner Wears Sheer Minidress For Galore Party

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Kylie Jenner was dressed to the nines Monday night in New York City for a party celebrating her Galore cover


The 18-year-old was photographed leaving the Trump Soho Hotel in a sheer black minidress with polka dots and a front zipper, paired with black sandals, as boyfriend Tyga followed close behind.


Jenner and her entourage went to nightspot Up & Down before going to Catch in the Meatpacking District.  






 


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Bella Hadid Stays Fierce Off The Runway In A Sheer Shirt

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Bella Hadid has had quite the week, and is showing no signs of slowing down anytime soon. 


The 18-year-old, who is slowly but surely moving her way up the ranks to supermodel status, took her runway strut to the streets Monday night in New York City. Hadid stunned in high-waisted trousers and a racy, lace top.



Her appearance comes on the heels of what's already been a whirlwind New York Fashion Week. The model has starred alongside big sis Gigi in shows for the likes of Diane Von Furstenburg, Tommy Hilfiger and Jeremy Scott


If Gigi is considered fashion's sweetheart, Bella is her perfect, edgier counterpart. We can't wait to see what the rest of the week holds for her.


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Amber Heard And Johnny Depp Seal Their TIFF Appearance With A Kiss

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Johnny Depp and Amber Heard made sure to keep all eyes on them during their latest red carpet appearance. 


The couple attended the "Black Mass" premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival Monday night, where they packed on the PDA. Cameras caught Heard, 29, and Depp, 52, sharing a kiss right before they took to the carpet. 



As per usual, Heard looked stunning. The actress and model opted for a fitted little black dress, classic red pumps and lipstick to match. Depp wore a grey suit with a red shirt and pocket square to complement his lady's ensemble. 




Over the weekend, the pair also attended the premiere of "The Danish Girl." For that appearance, Heard went for full-on glamour in a beaded gown while Depp wore a brown suit and fedora. 



 


 


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Khloe Is The Sheerest Kardashian During NYC Night Out

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Khloe Kardashian was sheerly beautiful as she helped her youngest sister Kylie Jenner celebrate her Galore cover in New York City Monday night. 


The reality star and her family, who are in town for New York Fashion Week, headed from the Trump Soho Hotel to Up & Down, Catch and Tao for a night out. Khloe looked gorgeous in a sheer black lace dress.   





Meanwhile, sisters Kourtney and Kim both opted for all-black outfits in different styles. 




 


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A Giant Man Bun And Beard Took Over New York Fashion Week

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"A lot of my work begins with looking inward," artist and self-described gonzo anthropologist Asher Bayne told The Huffington Post via email, "and I am a male Homo Sapien (sic) who is obsessed with man buns."


"In fact, I can't pass by someone wearing one, without yelling: man bun!"


So, naturally, Bayne took his obsession to New York Fashion Week this Saturday, man bun (with majestic pompadour) atop head, and a flowing beard -- another ubiquitous male fashion trend of 2015 -- brushing his kneecaps. 


Not to mention his retinue, which included "beard butlers" and a peacock. Why the beard butlers? "If you have a five-foot beard, it takes more than one person to keep the right sheen and texture in the summer heat," pointed out Bayne. 



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The absurdity of his attire might mark him as a bit of an outlier, even at fashion week, but he argued it's conformity that he's exploring with his performance: "Even when we intend to act on our own convictions, we often instinctively follow the behavior of others, and this can lead to bizarre and even disastrous consequences [...] there is no better place [than New York Fashion Week] to study and provoke a crowd’s 'groupthink' tendencies."


This isn't the first time Bayne has taken to the streets of fashion week; in 2014, he attended bedecked in a 50-foot scarf carried, like a bride's train, by two attendants. "I was surprised by how well I fit in," he said. 


This year, he planned to head back with a mission to talk with style-conscious bystanders about their own fashion choices, and new male trends to flaunt. "Imagine passing by a stranger wearing a giant manbun who has a five-foot beard and an entourage," he said. "My security guards will ensure my safety, my beard butlers will keep me well-groomed, my fans will be Instagramming from the best angles with their selfie sticks, and, of course, Dexter the peacock will be with me, too."


His hope for the piece was simple: "If I am successful, I will have picked at my own need to conform and give people a chance to consider their individual decisionsMost importantly, I will have created a spectacle worthy of the king of fashion week." 


Did he succeed? Check out the photos of his performance piece below to see for yourself.



All photos by Chantal Adair. See more from Asher Bayne on his Instagram.


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For The Love Of Ziggy Stardust, These Photos Of David Bowie Are More Than Hunky Dory

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If anyone can pull off a ghost-like complexion and slick orange hair, paired with leopard print earrings, a blazer stitched from the craft store's reject fabric aisle and a permanent cigarette perch sprouting from his lips, it's the almighty David Bowie.


Whether he's flaunting his angular collarbone under a grandmotherly bauble, hoola-hooping glitter-clad bangles around his lanky forearms, or power-clashing like it's nobody's f**king business, you just can't help but worship at the church of Ziggy Stardust. Let us genuflect in admiration of his sweet, sweet mullet and general zest for horrendously beautiful fashion. 



This week's gathering of the Bowie-obsessed comes courtesy of Mick Rock, also known as "the man who shot the '70s." The London-born photographer made his career snapping pics of Bowie, Iggy Pop, Joan Jett, Blondie, Queen and just about every other rock star of the era you can think of, and now he's exhibiting his work at the Taschen Gallery in Los Angeles for all to see. 


The show, "Mick Rock: Shooting for Stardust, The Rise of David Bowie & Co.," on view until Oct. 11, features a candy-colored who's who of music icons. But the whole shindig basically revolves around the photos (many of which have never been seen before) that feature Mr. David Robert Jones. “Mick sees me the way I see myself," Bowie quipped of the famous artist. "I think David trusted me," Rock responded in a statement for Taschen. “I regarded myself as a guardian of his image, and that’s true to this day.”


As I live and drool, the partnership between Bowie and Rock seems to have paid off. To accompany the show, Taschen is also publishing a book titled The Rise of David Bowie: 1972-1973, which similarly documents the 20 months then 24-year-old Rock and 25-year-old Bowie spent together in the early '70s. (As a totem of their collaboration, both Bowie and Rock's signatures adorn the copies of the photos produced during that time.) However, said book will cost you $700 to purchase. To be fair, the thing purportedly weighs about 16 pounds.


If you're not able to stop by the LA gallery -- and you're unprepared to drop several hundred dollars on a coffee table book, however Bowie-tastic -- see a preview of the works below. Bask in the glow of Bowie's eternal flame.











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The Crazy Scrambled Egg Hack You Have To See To Believe

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Daniel Patterson's Poached Scrambled Eggs Recipe



Every day, it seems, we find a new, more complicated way to cook eggs. We bake where we once hard-boiled, brûlée where we once fried -- and if all else fails, we trot out the sous vide machine. But for perfect, no-frills scrambled eggs, the secret is dead simple: Poach them.



This technique, which comes to us from Michelin-starred chef Daniel Patterson, is a true leap of faith, and it breaks every single egg rule you know. Hold off on salt and pepper and ditch the nonstick skillet -- because in 20 seconds, you'll have the fluffiest scrambled eggs of your life, without a single crusty pan in sight. It's the closest thing we have to magic.



1. First things first: Check your eggs.


How to tell if eggs are fresh


The trick here is to use the freshest eggs possible, with thick, gloopy egg whites that can hold their own against boiling water. Test them with a fork: If the albumen puts up a little resistance and returns to its original shape, you're good to go. If it feels a bit runny, scoop your eggs into a slotted spoon and drain the thinner part of the egg whites.



More: Egg whites too thin? Turn them into a meringue instead.



2. Whip it. Whip it good.


How to scramble eggs


Beat for a good 30 to 40 seconds to incorporate air. Don't try anything fancy -- salt will only disrupt the structure of your eggs, making them difficult to set later.



More: Since you're already breaking the rules, here's a smarter way to peel hard-boiled eggs.



3. Boil your water.


Boiling water for poached scrambled eggs


With a fork, give your pot a clockwise stir to create a whirlpool.



4. Take a deep breath and pour your eggs in.



Poaching scrambled eggs


Count to 20. Say a prayer, if you must. The intense heat will cause pockets of air within the scrambled eggs to expand into fluffy goodness -- but at this point, you'll probably be convinced it will all end in a horrific mess.



More: For a less controversial egg recipe, try a classic French omelet.



5. The moment of truth!


How to strain poached scrambled eggs


Never fear: Once you remove the lid, you'll find an island of perfect scrambled eggs floating on top. Drain most of the water and then slide your eggs into a strainer.



6. Pile on the good stuff.


Drizzling olive oil over Daniel Patterson's poached scrambled eggs


Give your scrambled eggs one last squish with a fork to remove excess water, and then drizzle with olive oil, salt, pepper -- whatever sets your heart aflutter. Say hello to the breakfast of champions.



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For True Diversity In Fashion, We've 'Gotta Keep Calling People Out'

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Bethann Hardison, renowned fashion activist and former model, is the authority when it comes to diversity within the fashion industry. Hardison hosted an intimate gathering on Monday afternoon in the midst of New York Fashion Week, to speak at "The Future of Fashion Talk Series," sponsored by HQ Events.



And true to Hardison's tell-it-like-it-is spirit, the hour-long event was an entertaining and informative look into her tireless campaign to inject more diversity on the runway and beyond. That sentiment was shared by Elaine Welteroth, Teen Vogue's beauty and health director, who joined Hardison for the candid conversation and shared her optimism in the movement



"There's this moment happening in our culture where the power of the audience and the influence that people of color have is undeniable at this point," said Welteroth. "And so therefore from what I see, people of color are being called on in a different way. We're being heard in a different way -- louder. And I think it's such an exciting time. The power structure is being redefined and we're refining beauty with the stories that we're telling and the women we're showing on our covers. Is there more work to be done? Absolutely. 100 percent. But I think we should celebrate where we've come from."


Overall, the talk was another step in the right direction and an opportunity to keep the idea of diversity a priority. 


Here's a look at some of Hardison's standout quotes from event. Tell us what you think in the comments section below. 


 On the importance of keeping the push for diversity going:


"I noticed that when I took my foot off the gas for about three years, everything went completely backwards. Now I realize it's got to stay on. I've gotta keep calling people out. You gotta keep nudging them."


 On who she's addressing in her campaign for more diversity:


"People come up to me and say, 'Oh my god. I'm so happy, Miss Bethann. Thank you for helping our people.' I'm not trying to help our people. I'm trying to help white people. I think white people have the problem. Black people don't. The fact of it is, we're here to change society's thinking."



 


On calling out designers who don't use models of color in their shows:  


"People don't want to be thought of as racist -- they just don't. But the fact is, they are. They don't mean to be, but that's the worst kind, right? The ones that feel like they can just be out there."


On helping others succeed in the fashion industry when you're being made to feel there is only room for one black person: 


"We have to be much more courageous and not be afraid." 



 On defining the standards of beauty:


"Fashion is fashion. That's not beauty to me. Beauty is just who we are. You've got to create that. You've got to stand up and create your own definition.


On cultural appropriation in the fashion and beauty industry:


"I'm a little too secure. I sort of think it's applauding our culture. I don't get upset. But I also didn't go to college. I think that most intellectual-thinking young black people really have a lot of problems with a lot of things that go down. But I didn't grow up like that ... I can see someone getting upset at stuff like that though -- because is it yaying us or dissing us? I just think, as long as you do it right. " 


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This season, HuffPost Lifestyle will disrupt New York Fashion Week to ensure that it is an inclusive event for people of all skin tones, genders, sizes, shapes and personalities. Over the next week, we'll be highlighting designers, models and runway shows that are working to democratize NYFW. Help us make fashion week an event for EVERYONE by spreading our hashtag #NYFW4ALL and be sure to check out all of our coverage.






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Kristen Stewart Says Breakup With Robert Pattinson Was 'Incredibly Painful'

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In 2012, Kristen Stewart and Robert Pattinson's breakup was treated like biggest tabloid story in years. News of the couple's split was everywhere after Us Weekly published photos of the actress cheating on the British star with married director Rupert Sanders, whom she worked with on "Snow White and the Huntsman." 


After the photos were published, Stewart actually issued a public apology in which she stated that a "momentary indiscretion" jeopardized her relationship with Pattinson, whom she called, "most important thing in my life, the person I love and respect the most [...] I love him, I love him, I'm so sorry." 


The pair would break up shortly after that moment of indiscretion was made public, and while they eventually reunited, the two ultimately broke things off for good in May 2013


Now, more than two years later, Stewart is still reeling a little bit from the split. 


"It was incredibly painful,” Stewart told The Daily Beast while in Toronto for the city's annual film festival. “Ugh, f**king kill me."


The 25-year-old went on to say that making her new movie "Equals" was a bonding experience for her and co-star Nicholas Hoult, who had also recently been through a breakup with Jennifer Lawrence. 


"It was a really good time for both of us to make this movie. Not all of my friends have been through what I’ve been through, or what some people have tasted at a relatively speaking young age, and we were not expected to do anything," she told the website. "Everything that we did was explorative, and a meditation on what we already knew.”


She added, "Relationships, you just never fucking know.”


Pattinson, who is now dating (and reportedly engaged) to singer FKA Twigs, opened up about the split last year, telling Esquire UK, "Shit happens, you know? It’s just young people … It’s normal! And honestly, who gives a shit?”


The actor went on to admit that the hardest part about the whole situation was talking about it afterwards.


"When you talk about other people, it affects them in ways you can’t predict," he says. "It’s like that scene in 'Doubt,' where [Philip Seymour Hoffman is] talking about how to take back gossip? They throw all those feathers from a pillow into the sky and you’ve got to go and collect all the feathers.”


 


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2 Skincare Mistakes Making You Look Older Than You Are

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Most of us take care of our skin in an effort not to look more weathered, wrinkled or older than we actually are. But that's exactly what can happen when your beauty regimen isn't done properly -- and there are two big mistakes in particular that can have unintended effects on your skin health and appearance.


According to celebrity skin expert and registered nurse Jamie Sherrill, these two mistakes are both incredibly common among her patients and can each prevent the skin from looking luminous and youthful.


Mistake #1: Using retinol in the morning.


Retinol, a product highly recommended by dermatologists, is typically lauded for its anti-aging properties, but when you apply it can make all the difference in its effectiveness, Sherrill says. "Even though retinoids are supposed to make you look younger, it can have the opposite effect in direct sunlight," she explains.


It's not something that a little SPF can instantly fix either, Sherrill adds. "Retinoids make you light-sensitive," she says. "Even if you add SPF on top [of a retinoid cream], it does not make it safe for morning use."


Instead, Sherrill suggests applying your retinoid cream at night to avoid accidental exposure to the sun. (Follow this dermatologist-suggested nighttime skincare routine to keep things simple and effective.)


Mistake #2: Not rinsing your face well enough after washing.


Sherrill admits that this might sound "so silly," but rinsing well after washing isn't just a basic step -- it's also incredibly important.


"I'd like to say 70 to 80 percent of my patients don't rinse properly after they cleanse," she says. "Those who don't have a residue of cleansers, which can lead to clogged pores, dry skin."


So, take extra care in making sure your face wash is rinsed completely off your face before you towel-dry. "The beauty is in the application," Sherrill says.


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FABRICATIONS: Meet Queer Designer Vanessa Newman Of Butchbaby & Co.

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This is the thirteenth installment in a series titled "FABRICATIONS" that elevates the work of up-and-coming queer individuals working in the fashion world. Check back at HuffPost Gay Voices regularly to learn more about some of the designers of tomorrow and the way their work in fashion intersects with their queer identity. 


Vanessa Newman is a entrepreneur and designer who founded the young start-up Butchbaby & Co. In a world where maternity clothes tend to be made with a specific body type in mind, Newman saw a need for a need for clothing for queer people, particualarly trans and masculine-presenting individuals, who are or want to become pregnant. Claiming to design "alternity" wear, Butchybaby & Co., in the words of Newman, strives to "increasingly enable more people to experience pregnancy in ways that feel most authentic to them." Though still in the early stages of development, Newman has a vision for the way Butchbaby & Co. could change the way we, as queer people, think about our experiences with pregnancy. Read the interview below to learn more.



The Huffington Post: How did your vision for Butchbaby & Co. come about? 


Vanessa Newman: The concept of Butchbaby & Co. came from a need I knew I would one day have -- pregnancy wear that allowed me to feel comfortable in my own skin and retain my sense of style.


My freshman year of college was the first year that I saw two women get married and was able to vote for same-sex marriage in Maryland. I was only 18 at the time, but it was that year I became comfortable in the idea of spending my life with another woman, having kids with another woman and carrying our kid(s) as well. But at the same time, it dawned on me as I tried to play this vision out that maternity wear does not cater to masculine-presenting women or masculine bodies in general. It took many years of being out to finally step out of society’s picture of the heterosexual family and, on top of of that, be fully comfortable walking out the house in menswear. And the only thing that made it easier to break out of the mold was visibility of other queer and masculine women.


Why is it important for queer people to have access to this kind of clothing? 


Butchbaby & Co. is necessary because there are people getting pregnant who don’t fit the mold of hyper-feminine, heteronormative, pregnant women who like wearing scoop necks, tight tees and maxi dresses. And these people deserve to have access to clothing that makes them feel beautiful or handsome or however they want to feel but, above all, comfortable in their skin and their identity. And we, who don’t conform to society’s standard of what a normal family or pregnant person looks like, deserve visibility. Butchbaby & Co. is important because that’s what we’re providing: clothing that doesn’t make you change who you are just because your body is changing -- and visibility to pregnant masculine bodies, bodies of all sizes, queer families, queer families of color. Because in this society, where the definition of family is changing and “queering” so to speak, there needs to be more visibility reflecting this shift and the market needs to cater to this as well.




Who does Butchbaby & Co. design for?


Butchbaby designs for those who are interested in expanding what it looks like to experience pregnancy. From who the person is to what they’re wearing while they’re pregnant, we design for a community that’s interested in exploring pregnancy on their own terms. We understand that, for some, current pregnancy wear works and we think it’s great that there are outlets for those individuals, but our mission is to deliver comfortable and high-quality "alternity" wear that increasingly enables more people to experience pregnancy in ways that feel most authentic to them.


What does it mean to you to be a queer designer? How does your queer identity intersect with your work?


I’ve never really thought of myself as a designer, more of an entrepreneur, but I guess in a sense, envisioning how to innovate and “butch up” pregnancy wear and seeing it executed could warrant me a designer in a sense.


To me, being a queer designer, and a queer designer of color on top of that, is a privilege I never thought I could experience and also a responsibility to my community to ensure inclusivity and visibility and and a responsibility to ensure that Butchbaby & Co. doesn’t just grow as a company and make clothing but also grows and gives back to our community. Being queer and making clothing directly are linked -- if I wasn’t queer, and in particular masculine-presenting, I don’t think I could have ever envisioned creating Butchbaby & Co. in the first place. Because I didn’t just create Butchbaby & Co. for myself, although my foreseen needs may have been where the idea originated. Butchbaby & Co. came to life because I was surrounded and supported by a very strong community of other queer women and men. Being queer, but more importantly being part of a queer community, is what makes me wake up every morning to do this work. If it wasn’t for my queerness and my queer community, Butchbaby & Co. may have not existed to work on.



The fashion world is changing when it comes to thinking about gender in a binary way. How have you personally seen this and how do you see Butchbaby contributing to this conversation?


So, the fashion industry is late to the game! There are communities of people, outside of formal fashion conversations, who have been pushing and reworking what it is to experience and perform gender for a long time. What’s exciting for us is not necessarily the ways in which the formal fashion industry is finally starting to pay attention to these super important conversations, but more the increasingly accessible outlets for the people and communities who have always been having these conversations to get their product to a wider audience. What we’re trying to do is acknowledge the needs of our communities and actively work to provide not just a product, but a platform that encourages these continued conversations and is a catalyst for larger social change.



You've said that you're not just creating a clothing line, you're creating a community. How do you see this playing out in your work? 


We’re really at the point right now where we’re doing a lot of listening. We recognize that we’re a young start up and that there are lessons and innovators that have come before us that allow us to even be considering the work we want to do and having the conversations we want to have in this moment. So, for us, the first step of community-building is spending time listening and learning to really hear what our community is asking us to do and working through plans that respect those requests.


We want to be at the point one day where we’re facilitating serious conversations about systemic issues, partnering with other organizations that are just as committed as we are and providing the funds and hands on resources that help engineer social change. We want the people and communities who have invested in us to recognize in tangible ways that we are also invested in them.



What does the future hold for Butchbaby & Co.?


We’ve gotten incredible feedback and support. We launched our website in December and, within the first month, we had more than 100,000 pageviews. In a fundraising event we hosted early last spring, called "A Butchbaby Shower," we were able to hit our target goal of $5,000 for sample manufacturing. We get hundreds of emails from people all around the world asking how they can donate money to see this project happen or just indicating interest in the idea and expressing support. 


What all of this support motivates us to do is hustle. Our next steps are a dedicated four-month focus to get internal process and foundations in place so that we can bring this idea to scale. We’re looking for investors; we’re refining internal goals and process, from a business plan to a brand book to perfect prototypes of the launch clothes for our “work” category we’re working to get into consumer-facing production in 2016. We really see our next steps as a major chance to to say thank you to the people who have supported and believed in us, and we want to do it right.


The even bigger picture is continuing to grow our products and service offerings. Long-term, our vision includes expanding our community and offering a variety products ranging from gender-neutral diaper bags to children’s books.


Want to see more from Butchbaby & Co.? Head here to check out the website. Missed the previous installments in this miniseries? Check out the slideshow below.


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Top Fall 2015 Color Trends to Try in Your Home Now

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As much as we hate to see summer slowly fading out of sight, the team here at Dot & Bo is getting excited that the autumn season is on its way.

While we typically think of infusing fall-friendly spices into our culinary delights (hello, ubiquitous pumpkin spice everything!), this year we're all about adding hints of spice-hued decor throughout our homes - coupled with deep shades of saturated blue.

The color trends that are adding a bit of flavor to our autumn season are shades of turmeric, nuances of cognac and the moodiness of indigo. Read on to discover the beauty hidden in each of these hues - and how to incorporate each into your own designs this fall.

1. The Shades of Turmeric
Let's look at the spice itself. There's so much variety in the root and the powder it creates. From a shocking orange to a mustard yellow, this root brings a strong warmth to the room.

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Photo Credit: Deep Roots at Home

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Photo Credit: We Women

Translating Into the Home:
This is a very strong color all on its own. Pair it with a neutral color palette of white, black, and gray, and use honey-toned wood to bring out its natural look.

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Photo Credit: Planete Deco

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Photo Credit: Marcus Design

2. The Nuances of Cognac
Cognac is a beautiful liquor that changes color with age. A young cognac will feature more of a yellow hue whereas an aged drink will have that golden, amber, and auburn red look. After warming your drink in your hand, it's advised that you take in its scent before you sip.

Discover the different nuances of the drink with flavors and scents ranging from floral to fruity. Admire its glowing brown, orange, and red tones.

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Photo Credit: WallpapersCraft

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Translating Into The Home:
The nuances of cognac are all very heavy, but this allows it to make a statement in your home. By introducing this color as furniture with clean lines and sleek silhouettes, you avoid feeling overwhelmed by the look.

Keeping backgrounds either black or white helps to even out this strong color, but you should also consider pulling from the red of the liquor. A pale pink tint to your walls can really draw attention to the subtle nuances of the cognac color.

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3. Moods of Indigo
Indigo. It's the combination of purple and blue creating a complex series of tones that feel rich, saturated, and compelling. From the berries of Acai to the soft hues of distant mountains, the moods of indigo are drop dead gorgeous.

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Translating Into the Home:
Because of the deep, saturated nature of this color palette, you want to keep interiors minimal. But that doesn't mean you should stay away from patterns. Instead, embrace textured textiles, woven seating, and patterned accents.

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Which Is Your Favorite? Do any of this fall's trending colors catch your eye? How do you plan on incorporating any of these hues into your home?

To continue embracing the autumn spirit, don't miss:
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Favorite Fall Recipes
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Fashion Week's Natural Hair Moments That Made Us Shout For Joy

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New York Fashion Week is not over yet but it's time to take a moment and applaud all the natural hairstyles that have appeared at the Spring 2016 shows. Black and biracial models with different hair types and textures, including curly, wavy and kinky, were turning heads as they hit the runways with their magnificent manes. 


Big-name designers such as Carolina Herrera, Reem Acra and Tommy Hilfiger tapped more models with Afro-textured hair to walk the runways than we've seen in years past. Meanwhile, the intimate presentations of Brother Vellies, Rosie Assoulin and Tanya Taylor proved that you don't have to have straight, blonde hair to rock ready-to-wear designs. 


Many black models feel pressured to chemically straighten their curls or wear long hair extensions just to book shows in an industry known for its lack of diversity. Models like Nykhor Paul and Maria Borges, who fully embrace their natural hair, prove that you can simply be yourself both on and off the runway and not sabotage your career.


"I feel like I’ve proved that I can be beautiful with or without the hair," Borges told Vogue last month. "Since I've gone natural, I feel younger and fresher." 



Hairstylists backstage at Fashion Week are also embracing this opportunity to create awe-inspiring, natural hair looks. "Everybody is so different in this collection. Some girls had curly hair, some had Afros, some had straight hair and some guys had dreads," said Sabrina Michals, the director of creative styling at Bumble and Bumble, about the models at Brother Vellies. "We wanted to enhance the texture and make them look as beautiful as possible. Aurora [James, Brother Vellies creative director,] never brushes her own hair and she likes that. She wanted everybody to look like they did their hair themselves, on top of enhancing their natural texture."


Hopefully, this will be the season where a major movement towards inclusion of all colors, textures and shapes on the runway is made.


See all the gorgeous natural hair moments at New York Fashion Week below and stay tuned to HuffPost for more examples of #NYFW4ALL



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A Foolproof Way To Do Your Own French Manicure

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Yes, nail art is still a popular trend, but a back-to-basics look is just as stunning. Enter the French manicure, which is often associated with proms and weddings. But as recent updates on the classic style have shown, the French can go anywhere from simple to avant garde


During New York Fashion Week, The Huffington Post caught up with one of the queens of nails, Deborah Lippmann, while she prepped manicures backstage at the Creatures of Comfort show. Lippmann used several different shades of polish to enhance the runway show's collection, but you don't have to have expert skills to replicate the look.


"If you’re going to try nail art, there’s a good chance you’re going to screw up," Lippmann says, adding, "Give yourself a break and practice!"  


But there's one super-important tip to consider when doing a DIY French manicure. Lippmann prefers freehand French manis, because stickers and stencils can often get in the way. Instead, she advises finger rolling.


"The one mistake that people do is that they just go in and start dabbing," Lippmann says, and her finger-rolling solution is a sure way to get the line you've always wanted -- without spending another $50 at the salon.


What does that exactly mean? Take a look below. 






 


Here are more tips for getting the perfect French manicure from the mani maven herself: 



  • "When you take the brush out of the bottle, think about where you’re going to put it," instead of rushing, which could lead to more mistakes.

  • "You should normally have your hand on a table and hold your brush still on the tip of the nail," so it's easier to roll the finger.

  • To clean up any sort of mess, Lippmann recommends adding a little cotton to the end of an orangewood stick and drenching the cotton in nail polish remover. From there, correct any lines or shapes. 


Now that you've got the traditional French down, try your hand at the reverse version!




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Dad Makes Amazing 'Hulk Princess' Cake For 4-Year-Old Daughters

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When his 4-year-old twin daughters requested a "Hulk Princess" cake for their birthday, one creative dad rose to the challenge and gave them just that.



Reddit user NobodyLikesASmartAss shared a photo of the amazing finished product -- Bruce Banner's alter ego looking positively regal (and delicious!).


It just goes to show that kids don't have to choose between their different interests, however diametrically opposed they may seem. And sometimes the best desserts come in the strangest forms.


Eat your heart out, Pinterest!


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Amber Rose Rocks A Long Brown Wig For Night On The Town

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Amber Rose is known for her buzzed and bleached hairstyle, but she knows it's good to shake things up every so often.


On Sunday, the 31-year-old hit the town rocking a long brown wig, which made us do a double-take. Rose and her BFF Blac Chyna hit up Club Penthouse in West Hollywood, making quite the entrance in the model's pink Ferarri. 




Rose was still rocking the new look on Monday, when she shared photos of herself and her new Rapunzel-length tresses with her 7.7 million Instagram followers. 



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Diane von Furstenberg Fights Assault on Modern Women's Rights With a Brilliant Spring Collection

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There's almost never been a more important time than now for the ultimate power woman, Diane von Furstenberg, to make a statement about the strength, sophistication and savvy of women.

When Diane von Furstenberg made her post-show appearance to thunderous applause after the showing off her Spring 2016 collection, she made a fabulously bold statement. She confidently strode down the entire runway, hands in the air, full of joy and confidence.

She had just presented a stupendous collection and she knew it. And it was just what American women needed right now. Here we are in 2015, still fighting for gender pay equality plus our reproductive rights are under siege, like never before since the Supreme Court recognized a woman's right to chose with Roe v. Wade. Yet, never have more women graduated college, entered the professions, chosen to be entrepreneurs and become entertainment and pop culture leaders -- think Beyonce, Taylor Swift, Rihanna, Katy Perry, Amy Schumer, Tina Fey and more.

It's a strange dichotomy. Never have women occupied more positions of power, yet still had to fight for basic rights. That's why it was so wonderful to see the designing pioneer herself, Diane von Furstenberg, who conceived the perfect wrap dress for the modern woman, give us the visionary next step for 2016.

Her palm pink patterned wrap jersey and chiffon dress on Karlie Kloss embodied her 'now' statement look. That's because it married strength, no-nonsense professionalism for the career woman, with sexy femininity in the most figure flattering shape.

Women today want to look alluringly like women even as they express their career creativity and determination. Diane understands that women want to feel and look like women and that doesn't mean that they aren't serious about achieving their life goals. She gave American women plenty of new ideas about what to wear in their multi-faceted lives: soft pink and turquoise print jumpsuits, ivory and black chiffon day-time business dresses, soft printed pantsuits and flirty short suits, sheer evening jumpsuits, full length patchwork dresses that can double for word day or play and a bold yellow and fuchsia one-shoulder evening gown that was just to-die-for. It was a brilliant collection unabashedly celebrating female strength and sensuality - just what we needed.

Thank you, Diane for understanding the aspirational modern woman who must not be afraid to be a woman!

-- Bonnie Fuller

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Mad For Plaid

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Transitioning into fall with this 90 degree weather in Florida can be a little challenging... it was movie night so I wanted to be comfy, and decided to wear my white ripped jeans, after Labor Day (totally breaking the rules) but it's completely ok to do so.


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As we all know plaid is coming back, this trend seems to always come back and is one of my favorites for fall fashion. There's quite a few ways you can wear a flannel shirt (and is so easy to style) here, I decided to tuck one side in with my sleeves rolled up. I accessorized it with my Tory Burch purse, which can also be worn as a cross-body shown here. Lastly, I paired it with my black ankle booties, which ill be wearing a lot this fall. Something simple, stylish, & comfy. Enjoy!!




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Outfit Details:






White Ripped Jeans- H&M

Ankle Boots- Shoemint (Online website)

Red Plaid Flannel- H&M

Purse- Tory Burch


Xoxo

Karina

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Pants + Shirt = Ensemble: Perfect Outfit Math

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Is there anything worse than showing up to a night out at a microbrewery with the bros and realizing you’re the only one still rocking strategically distressed jeans and an Ed Hardy T-shirt?

There are so many different types of bars, brunches and beef eateries that call for very different ensembles. It’s time you caught up. In partnership with Dockers, we’re teaching all the dudes, bros and gentlemen Outfit Math 101 for the many modern environments. And don’t worry, this post is seamlessly shoppable.

1. Meeting your girlfriend's parents at one of the trendiest Vietnamese/German/Indian fusion restaurants in Midtown.
Dinner with Girlfriend's Parents


“Impress and charm” is the name of the game around your lady’s parents. First move is a sharp-looking outfit. Dress to impress and remember to keep the classic look at the center of it all. Channel the men whom her dad likely idolizes: Is he a James Dean or Robert Duvall man? Keep it dressy on the bottom, as well -- a nice restaurant means slacks.
Blazer + a eye-catching pocket square = The son he always wanted.



2. A bar that smells a little moldy, has great drafts and is in the “up-and-coming” part of town.
Hipster Bar


You should automatically translate “up-and-coming” to hipster central. If you have a vast collection of flannel, even better. The lumbersexual look will take you far in this type of setting. Scarf is optional, beard is not.
(Hand-woven, American-made, outrageously expensive denim + favorite thrift store find) × vintage look that feels modern = $6 cans of PBR.



3. Sunday brunch at your sister’s house in the suburbs.
Sunday Brunch in Suburbia/ World's Greatest Uncle


Ah, suburbia. Breathe in the fresh-ish air, enjoy the chance to catch up with your family and spend time with your 3-year-old nephew. They grow up so fast, you know. He’ll probably ask you to take him to the park, and you never know who you may meet there. This is why we suggest weekend-casual-chic. Be comfortable, but look put-together, and make sure you’re rocking machine washables in preparation for the dirt, grass and unidentifiable stains that will come with chasing after that little man.
Khakis + chucks + syrup-covered handprints = “World’s Greatest Uncle.”



4. Backyard barbecue at your fraternity brother’s family lake house.
BBQ Lakeside with the Bros


You’re employed now, which means you’ve outgrown pit-stained T-shirts and cargo shorts. Be an example of how the rest of them should start dressing like adults. You should still wear shorts (weather permitting, of course), because while you want to look good, you don’t want to be that guy. After all, it is still a barbecue. You can never go wrong with seersucker and brighter colors in this setting. And rock that straw fedora. This is the time and place for a fedora.
Machine washable pieces + patriotic beer mitt/koozie combo = Boys will be boys.



5. Your high school buddy’s wedding to the ex-girlfriend who dumped you.
High School Sweethearts Wedding


Let her see what she’s missing out on. It’s Bond, James Bond. The hot new Daniel Craig version, not the tired Pierce Brosnan version. Look sharp and be bold. Exude the confidence and style of the male hand model you are, now. You have the presence of a man who’s stepped off the runway of some unpronounceable fashion house in Vienna. All the hottest timepiece designers are in Vienna. If you want to show everyone else how far you’ve come from your headgear and bacne days, wear a slim-fit tux with a patterned or colored jacket.
(Flashy cufflinks + dress loafers - peach fuzz) × strong jawline = bridesmaids playing “rock, paper, scissors” for you.



6. Blind date at the gin bar on $1 oyster night.
Blind Date at the gin bar on $1 Oyster Night


This will either end in a second date, or with you racing home, ill from bad mollusks. Either way, leave your date thinking, “The oysters were a little on the funky side, but that man knew how to dress.” Try a tweed blazer -- you can never go wrong with a jacket on the first date -- and slacks or dark wash denim cuffed at the ankle to show off a great pair of funky shoes that represent your boisterous personality. (Or, you know, great ankles.) That is what you wrote on your profile, isn’t it?
(Polka-dot pocket square × leather work attaché) ^ genuine interest in your date = A Tinder success story.





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