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Ariana Grande Is A Platinum Blonde On New Single Artwork

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Forgive us if we're overly concerned with the latest twist in the saga that is Ariana Grande's hair. 


The 22-year-old ditched her signature brunette tresses for a platinum blond shade on the artwork for her new single "Focus." While the singer held on to her signature high ponytail, we're really hoping the blond look is just a wig, since we've become way too personally invested in the health of her hair. 



°₊·ˈ∗ #16daysTilFocus ∗ˈ‧₊° artwork for new single 'Focus' #oct30 shot by @alfredoflores

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In fact, it was just last month that Grande revealed her glorious natural curls to her 45 million followers on Instagram.


Of course, none of this would matter if it wasn't for all the drama that bizarrely stemmed from her enthusiasm for ponytails. The fact that she rarely changed up the style did not go unnoticed, prompting the singer to actually explain that she basically destroyed her hair from bleaching it and dying it red "every other week" when she starred on "Victorious" and "Sam & Cat" and uses fake hair to make her iconic ponytails.   

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Women Go Bare-Faced In Stunning Celebration Of Natural Beauty

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A photographer is on a mission to take pictures of women embracing their natural beauty, sans makeup.


For his "No Makeup Series," photographer Steve Osemwenkhae has captured the natural beauty of more than 100 women. He told The Huffington Post that the idea came to him on his way to work when he noticed a fellow Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) passenger applying her makeup.


"As she layered her face with lotion and foundation, I started to think about a makeup-less photo session and how to showcase natural beauty," he said. "At that moment is when I decided to take on the project with a few friends."



Though Osemwenkhae initially planned on showcasing five to 10 of his friends in his series and sharing their thoughts toward makeup, the project has become much bigger. The photos are featured online, and Osemwenkhae is currently working on grants to create a book and a traveling gallery. 


Osemwenkhae also hopes to hit the road in the future to photograph as many people as possible. His goal for the project is to help others understand the various ways women relate to makeup, social pressures and concepts of beauty. 


"I want everyone to have their own voice when it comes to the narrative of beauty, and hopefully I can continue to do that within the next few years with these photos and videos," he said.


See more women embracing their natural beauty along with excerpts from their thoughts about makeup below.



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This Intricate-Looking Braided Bun Is Actually Super Easy

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A great way to refresh your boring ponytail this fall is with a braided bun. While the design of the low-slung 'do looks difficult to complete, it's actually quite simple. 


If you can do a three-strand braid and use ponytail holders, we're pretty sure you'll be able to get this look in no time. 




Don't be fooled by the model in the video, as this style can work on a variety of hair textures. If you have wavy or curlier hair, skip the texturizing spray and instead prep with a nice leave-in conditioner to keep the braids and bun intact. 


For a little nighttime pizzaz, top off the look with a statement hair accessory.


Watch the step-by-step tutorial above, courtesy of Refinery29, and get to braidin'! 



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15 Photos That Will Make You Reconsider A Bowl Haircut. Really.

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The mere thought of a bowl haircut may bring up painful memories of at-home haircuts gone wrong. But this classic cut has evolved greatly since the days when actual cookware was used to achieve its bowl-like shape. 


Fashion risk takers Rihanna, Miley Cyrus and Agyness Deyn have all put their own spin on the bowl cut, rocking bold hair colors and piece-y layers that are styled to show off their closely shaved napes. Marked by its heavy fringe, which typically falls just above the ears, this short hairstyle is a great way to show off your beautiful facial features and experiment with makeup looks.  


Don't just take our word for it. Scroll through the images below to see why we're in support of a bowl cut comeback. Then, tell us if you're down with the cause in the comments section.




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Learning to Love Loneliness: Tips for Traveling Solo at 25

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*This post was originally published on Cool Gear's The Cool Down.

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Three months ago, I decided to risk it all for the sake of travel. I had hit a rut -- that "quarter life crisis" slump, which is apparently a thing. I hated my lack of self confidence, the nagging heartbreaks that happen post-college, and I felt I had lost my creative spark. I made a challenge to myself to be happier.

I quit the grind of my full time job, stored all my belongings in my parent's basement and booked a one-way ticket to Europe. I put faith in the fact that all my savings and some loans would work themselves out, cried into wine glasses saying goodbye to my friends, family and cat, and packed a scarily huge backpack of essentials. At the airport, I sat at the gate repeating my mantra, "It's happening. You're traveling alone like you've always wanted to. It's going to be life changing and totally cool. You're a strong, independent woman. You got this." I was beyond terrified.

Ten weeks, ten countries, planes, trains, ferries, hostels, couches and millions of steps later, I feel more clear-headed, confident and overall so much happier about life and myself. There's something about traveling alone that puts everything into perspective and makes you realize you're capable of fantastic things. For any fellow wanderlusts planning to take the plunge and roll solo, here are a few things you can expect along the way.

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You learn to love loneliness. The most complicated relationship I had on this trip was with myself. In the beginning, I was anxious to be alone with my thoughts because they were all over the place -- I could easily shift from ecstatic to doubtful. Having so much time alone, I kept a journal to confront what my mind was telling me and explore what I was feeling. By opening up my heart on the pages of my journal, I was able to figure out what made me happy day to day, and this made making my own schedule all the more pleasurable. To soak up social time, I easily met fellow travelers in hostels and Airbnbs -- many on the same solo path as I was. But I found some of my most self assuring moments were getting lost in quirky side streets, being captivated by a panoramic view or devouring a meal all to myself.

You gain trust in others. Traveling solo as a woman, scary moments are almost inevitable. Creepy Airbnb hosts expecting me to sleep with them, drunk hostel roommates crawling in bed with me and refusing to leave, massive, furry spiders in sinks at the crack of dawn...these are all things I try and forget because for the most part, I felt extremely safe on my travels and definitely built up my trust in others.

You'll meet so many amazing people who believe in your story, despite only just meeting you. You'll love being greeted by your host for the night and immediately feeling like family. You'll become super comfortable walking up to just about anyone to introduce yourself, ask for help or just have a friendly chat. Everyone has a story to tell and there are truly good people out there.

Your intuition never fails you. I'm a huge believer in intuition and I think it's one of the most important tools for traveling. There were multiple times when I praised my intuition for guiding me to the right path. I had a few housing situations that I backed away from because they didn't feel right, nights when I decided staying in was better than risking walking home alone and many hasslers I ignored and avoided because they had a bad energy. If you do feel unsafe, remove yourself from the situation and don't hesitate to be super blunt to any haters to get your point across. Trust your intuition and stay alert at all times!

You master the simple wardrobe and beauty routine. This is particularly valid when staying in hostels. There is no pressure to look or dress a certain way when you're on the road. So refreshing! Dress for the weather and comfort, while still staying true to your fashion sense. With a few staple basics (layers are your friend), statement necklaces, versatile shoes and a few bright tanks for a pop of color, I was able to craft a backpack-sized capsule wardrobe that took me from Norway to Portugal. I ditched makeup during the daytime (better for your skin and confidence!) and rocked the messy hair look with some dry shampoo. If I decided to "do it up" for a night out, I went with BB cream, concealer, mascara and a simple eye shadow palette.

You slow down and relax. Not going to lie, the transition from a 9 to 5 job to unemployed is tough. All of a sudden, I felt like I had very little purpose, and the lack of routine was unnerving. In today's fast-paced world, especially the constant feeling of living in a big city, it seems like we're always on the go and looking for the next best thing -- and are never truly satisfied. By taking life at a slower pace and literally admiring my present view of the world, I realized how many opportunities are out there that don't conform to the norms of corporate life that we're told we have to follow. I started to lose that sense of restlessness and feel totally grounded despite having no real "plan."

You never stop exploring. The other day, I was feeling a little melancholy about my impending return back to reality. I had gained so much on the trip, and what if I lost it all going back to a "normal" routine back home? A wise hostel-mate told me that the best high from traveling is discovering a completely new place on your own, and why have that stop once you return home? When I think about it, there are so many iconic hiking trails, quaint towns and captivating museums just out of my door in Boston that I've never taken the time to explore. Even when the trip is over, the adventure can still continue. I can't wait to see what I discover next.

Caroline Burns is a PR and marketing professional currently taking a hiatus from her career to explore the globe. Her most recent trip took her through Norway, Sweden, Denmark, Germany, The Netherlands, Scotland, France, Spain, Portugal and Ireland. Caroline's wanderlust is fueled by an addiction to coffee, tacos, street art and live music. She's based in Boston, MA.

Follow Caroline's adventures on Instagram, Twitter and Snapchat at @cburns724.


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This Gorgeous Italian Home Is A Rural And Modern Dream

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By Laura Traldi


An old “trullo” hidden in an olive grove.The task of the Milanese architect Francesca Ciotti in Locorotondo, Apulia, was not an easy one: to make the house bigger (with extensions that couldn't be seen), renovate it (in complete symbiosis with its environment) and reclaim it. “From the 17 cone-shaped buildings I had to create a home with enough space for a family and its guests,” she says. And she had to do it without disturbing what was already there, or the landscape around it. “Together with the commission we wanted to leave the feel of the house intact, just making the kitchen and the bathroom bigger and putting the bedrooms and living areas under the cones,” explains Ciotti, who worked on the project with Amerigo Albanese, a local architect with an office in Cisternino.






The “new” part was created by adding square-shaped structures, typical of rural architecture in Valle d’Itria. “They are really low, so that their roofs are not higher than the cones. The final effect is one of a cluster of traditional trullos: the base, made out of local volcanic rock, melts into its surroundings.”


Conservative restoration work was carried out to reclaim the original structure; “the 'chianche' (Apulian chalk stone tiles) on the floor were removed during the construction of a French drain and put back into place one by one.” The swimming pool also blends in perfectly with the olive grove. “It looks like a recovery tank because of its of gray-painted cement,” says Ciotti.









The entrance was created in one of the central cones. It functions as a hub. From here you can reach the “four bedrooms which are more like suites,” explains Ciotti. “The bed is under one cone, the sofa is under another.” There are open-plan wardrobes (made only out of coat hangers), a sofa-bed with French cushions, some designer pieces (such as Artemide’s Tizio lamp or an Edra Damier sofa).









“Many pieces have been specifically made in iron and covered by our trusted upholsterer, Amedeo Tessaro from Borgosesia (VC). For the fabrics, our client chose pale linens, intended to be left creased, says the architect."


The bravest choice was that of using the largest space – in the new part of the trullo – for the kitchen rather than for the living room. “The furnishings in this area have been specially made. The fitted kitchen is housed in a concrete structure: for this we also put our trust in a local craftsman, Marco Ippoliti. No wall units and a concealed cooker hood: the client wanted the wall to be empty, with windows which drew your gaze to the outdoors. Total osmosis between nature and architecture.”





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Carrie Underwood Gets Real About Mom Guilt And Postpartum 'Pooch'

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When it comes to parenthood, Carrie Underwood knows the mom guilt phenomenon all too well. 


"You feel guilty about every single thing, every decision you make, everything you do," she told People magazine in a recent cover story interview. The country star, who gave birth to son Isaiah Michael Fisher in February, also opened up about breastfeeding, noting that she plans to nurse her baby “as long as I can take it."


"It’s hard," she added. "My supply is pretty nil. We have to supplement with formula. I’m doing the best I can, you know?” 


Underwood also got real when she talked about her postpartum body. Because she delivered her son via C-section, the singer says the four-leaf clover tattoo on her abdomen doesn't look the same anymore. 


“It’s not really a four-leaf clover anymore, it’s a multileaf,” she told the magazine. “It doesn’t match up with the top! And I think most people deal with this after a C-section -- there’s like a little pooch over the scar. It’s something that I’m probably going to have forever.”


Mom pooch for the win!


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How To Turn 2015's Biggest Memes Into Halloween Costumes

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The hunt for the perfect Halloween costume can be exhausting and costly, but as the meme-filled year we've had comes to a close, there needn't be any reason to stress.


"Halloween's such a great opportunity to show the world just how clever and smart and good with a glue gun you might be, and 2015 has been really, really kind to us for providing amazing pop culture references when it comes to costumes," said Connie Wang, Refinery29's fashion features director, in a HuffPost Live conversation on Wednesday. 


From The Fat Jew to Taylor Swift's "Bad Blood" squad, check out some of Wang's suggestions in the clip above, and head to Refinery29 for more topical costume ideas.


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Beyoncé Covers Beat Magazine In Americana Swimsuit

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Beyoncé covers the latest issue of Beat magazine looking all sorts of stunning as she poses in a red and white striped swimsuit against an American flag backdrop. 


The cover of Issue No. 16 was shot by photographer Ryan McGinley in the Hamptons. The image captures everything Queen Bey is: "Unfeasibly, almost disarmingly, cool. Strong. Bold. Empowered. An American fucking idol."





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 The issue hits newsstands on Oct. 21.


 


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Think Pinker: 12 Amazing BCA Goods That Give Back

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We're awash with pink this Breast Cancer Awareness (BCA) month and gratefully so, as this means we're invigorated about a cause that cuts too close to home, has taken too many lives and needs to be halted with a cure before it claims too many more.

We know the facts, yet they are harrowing with every read. One in eight women and one in 1,000 men will be diagnosed with the disease in her/his lifetime, according to the American Cancer Society, and 40,000 women in the U.S. die from it annually. If you do the math that means every two minutes a woman in the U.S. is diagnosed with breast cancer.

Some of us race for the cure. Don the ribbon. Do what we can to support those we love.

Before Halloween hits us upon the head and the month breezes past like a ghost, another way to engage is to direct your shopping power toward items that give back to BCA that you may already have in mind to buy: birthday or holiday presents, self gifties or a product that to you, best symbolizes the cause.

No matter your reason, these treasured finds will remind you that breast cancer awareness is not only for these precious days of October, but also throughout the year.

(Unless otherwise indicated, all percentage-of-sales donations are through the end of October 2015.)

AYURVEDIC FACIAL & BODY OIL
Recently I've been testing Arya Essentials Face Oil (shown right, $92; body oil, left, $68), which is an antioxidant collagen booster with an incredibly intoxicating blend of essential oils, and I'm hooked. This all-natural skincare brand that's handcrafted in small batches following Ayurvedic principles is donating 15% of site-wide sales to the Young Survival Coalition: another reason to swoon.
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From $50; aryaessentials.com

BEE NECKLACE
There's lots of buzz about BCA right now, and this bee charm made of vermeil or sterling silver will help serve as a chic reminder every day. A stunning 100% of the proceeds from the sale of this necklace by Bianca Milou benefit the Breast Cancer Research Foundation.
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$45; biancamilov.com

MINI POLISHES
These punchy, mini nail polishes tackle the breast cancer fight one pretty nail at a time ranging from sheer shades to date-night daring, by donating a portion of proceeds to the Mommy & Me Cancer Foundation.
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$15; Morgan Taylor Fight Like a Lady Minis, loxabeauty.com

STRENGTH UNDER THERE
Find your secret strength even when down to your skivvies, as I say. One dollar from the sale of each the heathered sports bra ($12.90) and matching boy shorts ($9.90) below will be donated to the Keep a Breast Foundation.
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CHEEK ROUGE
There are some companies born with BCA in mind and the eco-beauty line Jing Ai (which means "pure love" in Mandarin) is one of them, giving back 5% of its proceeds to breast cancer charities year round. Their Vienna Charm Cheek Rouge is heavenly--made in Italy with a proprietary blend of organic rose, sunflower and jojoba oils. Naturally vegan, it can be blended to perfectly suit your blush needs and comes in four different duos.
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$32; in China Doll, jingaiskin.com

GOLDEN BRACELET
Be charmed by this gold-hued Ann Taylor bracelet, where 50% of the purchase price through 12/31/2015 benefits the Breast Cancer Research Foundation.
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$59.50; BCRF bracelet, AnnTaylor.com

DRY SHAMPOO
I love drybar's Detox dry shampoo because is smells so gosh darn good (the scents of sandalwood, jasmine and vanilla are admittedly addictive - you'll get lazy about washing your hair!). Now they've come out with a limited edition, travel-size version in pink to benefit the City of Hope's Breast Cancer Research, up to $25,000. Not to worry: pink is just the color of the packaging, it's still the original formula within.
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$13; Limited Edition Detox, shop.thedrybar.com

CASHMERE WRAP
To ward off a chill and feel in-step with celeb fans of designer Minnie Rose along the lines of Kate Middleton and Charlize Theron, consider a cashmere wrap from her "Think Pink" knitwear collection. You'll be on trend and cozy with this blanket style, which gives back 50% of proceeds to the Breast Cancer Research Foundation.
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$297; minnierose.com

PINK LIPSTICK
Find the right shade of pink lipstick that complements your skin tone from the hues below, and Shiseido will donate $5 from each sale to the Cosmetic Executive Women's philanthropy called Cancer and Careers. Please note: sales must be at select stores or online, so inquire at your beauty counter before purchasing.
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$25; Veiled Rouge in Pomegranate, Skyglow and Sloe, shiseido.com

DURABLE TOTE
We just attended a fall festival in which various mini-pumpkins, gourds and bags of kettle corn were purchased and precariously balanced in my hands on the way to the car. A lightweight, sailcloth tote such as this one from Hayden Reis sure would've come in handy, and now 20% of the proceeds from its sale benefit the Edith Sanford Breast Center.
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$89; The Bucket Tote, haydenreis.com

BLUSH BULB
Heard about a little mood lighting? But of course, let's make our porch, dorm room and home offices glow a bit pinker in support of the cause! Twenty-five cents from the sale of each Mood-lites Hot Pink Sassy light bulb benefits the non-profit Bright Pink.
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$2.98; lowes.com

LIFE-SAVING LABELS
Ladies, need a reminder to do a self-exam or sign up for a mammogram? Panache is placing special labels in their Cleo and Sculptresse lingerie lines and bras reminding wearers with a poignant message about breast cancer screenings: "Checking your boobs could save your life." There is no time like the present to potentially save yours.
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The is dedicated to previvors, survivors and those in the trenches and their families fighting the fight.

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Dad's Magical Photos Take Sons On Epic Adventures

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Photographer Gabe Tomoiaga likes using his art to transport his three young sons into magical worlds.


The Seattle-based dad photographs 4-year-old Landon, 2-year-old Liam and 10-month-old Lucas as they go on outdoor adventures in local parks, beaches and even their own backyard. Then, he uses some editing magic to bring their imaginary worlds to life.



"My sons are my world! Everything they say and do inspires me to create magical photographs," Tomoiaga told The Huffington Post. "They don’t think about the past or the future, they only focus on the present moment taking pleasure in the small things."


The three little boys "absolutely love taking photos," the dad said, adding, "Their eyes light up every time we take off to our next adventure!" Not only do the kids enjoy posing for the shoots but they also want to get involved with the photography equipment and editing. Working with energetic little boys can be a challenge though, as they sometimes have a hard time remaining still, Tomoiaga said.


When it comes time to view the finished images, the photographer says his sons are "captivated" and like to describe each one as if they're telling a story. 


Tomoiaga hopes his photos will inspire people to use their imaginations and focus on the simple yet important things in life. 


"Live in the moment!" he urged. "Spend more time with your loved ones. Time is the most valuable thing, and lost time is never found again."



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Watch 100 Years Of Halloween Costumes In 3 Minutes

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This video is scary fun.


Mode recently released a video showing different styles of Halloween costumes throughout the course of a century. From simply scary getups to downright adorable outfits, costumes have gone through quite the evolution throughout the years.  


Watch as the video begins with a spooktacularly creepy costume from 1915 and ends with a silly play on an iconic ensemble from 2015 that, according to the video's description, is "guaranteed to break the Internet." 


We can only imagine what the next 100 years will bring. 


 


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Hot Topic's 'Nightmare Before Christmas' Line Is So Cute, It's Scary

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"The Nightmare Before Christmas" continues to be a mainstay on DVRs and in horror-loving hearts everywhere. Now it can live on forever in your closet, too. 


The beloved film, which celebrated its 22nd anniversary (!) on Oct 13, inspired a new clothing line at Hot Topic. The six-piece limited edition collection has something for every Jack Skellington wannabe. 



Featuring a Jack-inspired jacket (a JACKet, if you will), pants with his signature pinstripes and even a sweater embossed with his face, there's something for every "Nightmare" fan to enjoy, and just in time for Halloween. 



To make the news even more exciting, the entire line is available in plus-sizes on Hottopic.com


The collection is available online and in stores now, so move fast. Missing out would be a real scare, especially if you haven't locked down a costume for October 31. 




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Rick Steves: The Original Hipster

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The New York Times recently ran an article about hipster fashion trends that claimed sarcastically that "the Rick Steves look is next." While I'm honored to be mentioned in any article discussing pop culture, I must respectfully disagree with the author. The Rick Steves look isn't the NEXT hipster fashion trend -- it is, in fact, the CURRENT fashion trend. While I generally lay low when it comes to making fashion statements, I believe these photos prove that I was the Original Hipster. Don't you agree?

Children of the '60s and '70s, I'm sure you have similar photos of yourselves--whether hitchhiking through Europe or just hanging out at home. Dig them up, and share them with me on Facebook. Let's show the younger generation that they should have been listening to their parents' fashion advice all along.

Groovy travels!

Cargo short shorts and black digital watches

Rick Steves Hipster Fashion Tip: Cargo short shorts and black digital watches

Rick Steves Hipster Fashion Tip: Tribal print vests

Rick Steves Hipster Fashion Tip: Tribal print vests

Rick Steves Hipster Fashion Tip: Mop hair and journal writing

Rick Steves Hipster Fashion Tip: Mop hair and journal writing

Rick Steves Hipster Fashion Tip: Leather bomber jackets and being surrounded by women's underwear

Rick Steves Hipster Fashion Tip: Leather bomber jackets and being surrounded by women's underwear

Rick Steves Hipster Fashion Tip: Pinky rings (look closely)

Rick Steves Hipster Fashion Tip: Pinky rings (look closely)

Rick Steves Hipster Fashion Tip: Headphones and bad wine

Rick Steves Hipster Fashion Tip: Headphones and bad wine

Rick Steves Hipster Fashion Tip: Grey fedoras and high waisted jeans

Rick Steves Hipster Fashion Tip: Grey fedoras and high waisted jeans

Rick Steves Hipster Fashion Tip: Tight T-shirts

Rick Steves Hipster Fashion Tip: Tight T-shirts

Rick Steves Hipster Fashion Tip: Studded black belts with black socks

Rick Steves Hipster Fashion Tip: Studded black belts with black socks

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Affordable Makeup Haul for Beginners Under $50

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We all know that makeup can be expensive, especially from big name brands. If you are new to makeup and want to build up your makeup bag there is good news for you. Makeup has come a long way over the years and it is possible to build a kit with quality affordable products. Below is a list of items you can buy to create a fully stocked makeup bag for less than $50!

BH Cosmetics 28 Neutral Color Eyeshadow Palette $12



BH Cosmetics provides high-quality makeup at affordable prices. This eye shadow palette contains 28 flattering neutral tones. Neutral eyeshadows are my personal favorite. They are also the shades I think every beginner should start out with. When worn correctly, neutrals can be used for a perfect day look, or played up into a dramatic evening look.

e.l.f. Studio flawless finish foundation porcelain SPF 15 , 0.68 Ounce $6


Why pay more when you can achieve similar results for less? e.l.f. foundation is a lightweight and oil-free formula that will leave you with a beautiful semi-matte finish. This formula is has SPF 15 to protect your skin against harmful sun damage.

Coastal Scents Contour and Blush Palette $17



This palette will fulfill all your highlighting, contouring and blush needs in one. This palette comes with 6 large pressed powders that provide a matte finish that is perfect for highlighting and contouring. Makeup beginner or not, I say this a must have for every makeup bag.

Wet N Wild Lipstick Bare It All #902C $5



A great everyday nude lip color for a fraction of the cost of higher end lipsticks. It is a long wear lip color that leaves a semi-matte, creme finish. The formula won't cake or bleed on your lips. This a great dupe for MACs Velvet Teddy color which runs at about $17.

e.l.f. Eyeliner and Shadow Stick, Black Smoke $3



This affordable eye pencil will help all you beginners achieve dramatic color intensity on your eyes. It comes with a glide shadow stick that will complement the liner for a polished and finished look. It is perfect for creating an easy smoky eye.

CoverGirl Lashblast Mascara, Very Black 800, 0.44 Ounce Package $6



CoverGirl LashBlast is one of my favorite mascaras, and it is incredibly affordable. This product doesn't smudge or smear. It instantly provides my lashes with the desired length and volume I want. I am always asked if I am wearing false lashes when I use this product. I highly recommend this mascara for your beauty arsenal.


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Brigette Bardot Style

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Actress, singer, producer and animal activist Brigette Bardot turned 81 years old last month. Her sexy uninhibited performance in black cat eye liner, messy bed head and full lip pout bewitched audiences in her first film And God Created Women. When the French New Wave film darling made her debut at the 1956 Cannes Film Festival she was the first to wear a bikini. A classically trained ballerina, she preferred sexy bodycon dresses. Perhaps for dancing she liked a fitted bodice with full gore skirts. Off camera and on Brigitte favored fisherman sweaters, tights, jeans and boyfriend shirts. She parred her ensembles with kitten heel mules, boots, ballet slippers or bare feet. Her modeling career started when she modeled hats designed by her mother's friend which led to her first cover of French Elle. Bardot started in two Westerns Shalako and Viva Maria so she knew how to work a hat. Bebe also like to rock chauffeur caps over a messy chignon. Her signature look developed from her laid back lifestyle at her St. Tropez villa, La Madrague. Today she lives at her South of France sanctuary with her husband Bernard d'Ormale and lots of animals. She devotes her time to the Paris based Brigitte Bardot Foundation for the Welfare and Protection of Animals. Her sensuous iconic style is fresh inspiration for today's trendsetters from Gigi Hadad to Beyonce. Vive la BB!

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BEBE PRINT SCUBA SEAMED DRESS

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TRACEY REESE YELENA APPLIQUE SLIP

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LOLA HATS SADDLE UP & SUEDE CHAUFFEUR

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SHOSHANA DAISY EYELET HALTER BRA TOP & DAISY EYELET CLASSIC BOTTOM

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Bridgette Bardot in Lingerie (Underwood & Underwood/Corbis)

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FLORA NIKROOZ SHOWSTOPPER BODYSUIT at ANTHROPOLOGIE

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Kate Hudson Slips On Sheer Dress, Leather Gloves For Allure Magazine

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Kate Hudson is simply stunning in the November issue of Allure.


Hudson got raw and real with the magazine, dishing on everything from her "insane" workouts to why her last relationship, with "Muse" frontman Matt Bellamy, ended. 


Inside the magazine, Hudson wears two sheer, black dresses with intricate designs. The actress looks statuesque and confident in the skintight outfits that show off her incredible figure and six-pack.



The mother-of-two told Allure that while she does workouts that make her look "insane," she doesn't rely on a routine to stay in shape. 


"It's brain chemistry," said the actress. "People think you need two hours a day to do it, and that's bullshit. If you work out 20 minutes a day in some way, you're going to see changes. Like, I've had days where I have the kids -- Ryder's on his bike, and I put Bing in a stroller -- and I will run and sprint up hills." 



Hudson also talked about her breakup with Bing's dad, "Muse" singer Matt Bellamy. The two called off their engagement in December 2014. 


"Relationships ending are painful, and you can choose to carry that or you can choose to reframe it," said Hudson. "If Matt and I had a great relationship, we would still be together, but we chose to move on because we had different visions of how we wanted to live our lives." 


It doesn't look like Hudson's had any trouble moving on, as she was spotted with singer Nick Jonas in Florida just a few weeks ago. Hudson also has no shortage of celebrity friends to party with, as she was recently seen out with Britney Spears and gal pals Gwyneth Paltrow and Nicole Richie


Be sure to pick up the November issue of Allure when it hits newsstands Oct. 27, 2015. 


 



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Where's the Leather?

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Have we been desensitized to pleather? Sounds funny right? In the '90s at the peak of ultra-glossy fashion, there was still money in magazines, and faux leather was unheard of. Now, modern-day-mockery meets new-age vegan has placed us in a eco-friendly ecosystem that doesn't bat an eye at soft and supple but certainly not animal skinned. Not that I'm a proponent of killing God's creatures for fashion, but speaking from a change in acceptability, have we be begun to wear sub-par textiles as a means to accommodate high-street over high-fashion?

I'm sure you've noticed, the trend bags are not made of real materials anymore and shoes are getting cheaper by the month. Though I must say the silhouettes of the faux-leather bags are getting better, taking on designer looks and beginning to compete with their expensive counterparts in style. So, am I complaining? Not necessarily, rather drawing attention to the mere fact that we as consumers are no longer demanding the materials we used to, whether due to economic times or change of fads. We aren't who we used to be and maybe that's a good thing. Eco-friendly is a lifestyle, I'm glad we've adopted. Save the animals, change the trends, but certainly get to know the new fashion status-quo.

Anything almost goes, self-expression sells and having a sense of signature style is paramount. Forget about real leather, real fur, thrift and alter, while enjoying the freedom of modern day fashion.

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This Swimsuit Cleans The Ocean As You Swim

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California scientists have created an absorbent nanosponge material that can be sewn into swimwear and wet suits to soak up water pollution.

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Love, Loss, And Music

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As a minor key kind of gal, I often wonder: 


Why does sad music make me feel so happy?


Why do I feel so thrilled when Jacques Brel sings of abandonment? Why do I prefer my Chopin in C sharp minor? Why do I love Leonard Cohen so much?


Aristotle thought that the answer to this phenomenon was catharsis—by immersing ourselves in sad feelings, we free ourselves from those same emotions in real life.


But psychologist Ai Kawakami has a more interesting explanation: the sadness we feel “in the realm of artistic appreciation” is not the same thing as the sadness we feel “in everyday life.” When we listen to tragic music, he says, we understand perfectly well that we’re listening to something “gloomy, meditative, and miserable.” But that’s not what we feel. Instead, this kind of music provokes romantic emotions—“fascinated, dear, and in love”—and even blithe ones such as feeling merry, animated, and “in the mood for dancing.”


Kawakami calls these “vicarious emotions”—we experience secondhand sadness that somehow transforms into something lovely and positive.


But why are our emotional systems set up this way? Why is sadness beautiful when viewed from a distance? No one knows the answer yet.


But I have a guess. I think that love and loss go together—flip sides of the same coin. And when we hear music that makes us think of loss, it also makes us appreciate love—fragile, fleeting, evanescent, transcendent love.



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