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Jaden Smith's new Instagram pic has got us feeling some type of way. 

The former "Karate Kid," part-time philosopher and son to Will and Jada has basically been giving the middle finger to gender norms since he started wearing dresses back in 2015.

Now, a shirtless photo of Smith wearing only a black skirt, accented by bright blue nail polish and a red flower, has got our attention. 

The 17-year-old captioned the photo shot by Peter Ash Lee for Vogue Korea, "Just Come Here," and he doesn't have to ask twice. 

Louis Vuitton tapped the young actor to be the face of their new womanswear campaign in January.

In a series of snaps posted on LV's creative director, Nicolas Ghesquière Instagram account, Smith rocks another skirt and a leather jacket alongside female models like it's no big deal ... because it's not, actually.

We are so on board for this gender-neutral clothing trend. Sex and gender aren't binary, so let's all stop dressing like they are. 

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Thanks to a new competition, one queer high school student will have the opportunity to receive a custom prom outfit that accurately reflects their gender expression, thereby allowing them to attend the seminal adolescent experience as their authentic self.

The contest is the brainchild of Sharpe Suiting, a queer clothing line featured in the HuffPost series "FABRICATIONS," and NiK Kacy, designer of gender-neutral footwear. Called The Love Fellowship, the project stems from the story of Claudetteia Love, a Louisiana queer teen whose school tried to ban her from wearing a tux to prom. 

In response to the school, which eventually let Love attend the prom in the outfit of her choosing, Sharpe Suiting and NiK Kacy designed a custom tux and footwear for the queer teen. They even offered to throw an alternative prom, if needed. Now, the two designers want to extend that opportunity to other queer teens.

"Luckily, after an inordinate amount of press, and pressure from Love’s family and the school board, the principal backed down and Love was allowed to wear whatever formal attire she chose," Sharpe Suiting designer Leon Wu told The Huffington Post. "Hand delivering that custom Sharpe burgundy tux and matching shoes provided by NiK Kacy to Love’s house and seeing her face when she tried her prom outfit on for the first time was one of the highlights of my career so far, and it reminded me, yet again, of why I founded Sharpe in the first place."

Here is how the competition will work: Interested high school students who identify as queer have until Feb. 15, to submit a video through The Love Fellowship website that explains why freedom of gender expression as an individual is important to them. The two designers will then pick one winner to receive a custom prom outfit and will share several of their other favorite entries on their social media channels, as well.

The pair of designers hope to make The Love Fellowship an annual project to help queer teens to express themselves fully at what many people consider one of the landmark moments of a traditional high school experience.

"High school is a time in a person’s life when they start exploring who they are going to be and how they are going to express themselves," Wu continued. "How are they seen in the world? Will the world accept them for who they are?... Forcing youth to conform to rigid male-female gender expressions that don’t accurately reflect their identities nullifies this celebration. It sends a clear message that those students who don’t fit cleanly into arbitrary boxes are not worth celebrating, nor should even be included, which can cause a lasting impression throughout the rest of their lives. We should be striving to nurture individuality and creativity, and understand that each expression of self is valid."

Interested in entering the competition? Head over to The Love Fellowship website to submit your video and stay tuned to see which high school student wins the opportunity to have their dream outfit designed by NiK Kacy and Sharpe Suiting.

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Every actress' red carpet nightmare -- wearing the same thing as someone else -- just *kind of* became a reality for one woman.

Reddit user Wickensworth posted a photo of a friend Monday who he said "checked into a random hotel" only to realize she was wearing the same shirt as... its walls.

The matching colors, the dividing stripe -- it's undeniably uncanny. All she needs to do is stand in front of the wall and voila, we have an exact recreation of  that scene from "Garden State."

We were unable to reach the friend in question for more context, so our pressing questions -- like the name of this fashionable hotel or who makes the shirt -- unfortunately remain unanswered. One we can still ask, however, is... who wore it best?

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Black hair is, like, sooooo 2008.

Bethenny Frankel debuted a shockingly red new 'do at the launch of Skinnygirl Candy in New York on Tuesday (Yes, it's good. We tried it). The reality star-turned-businesswoman is well-known for her raven locks, but decided to switch it up to promote her "guilt-free" new candy line. 

"I wanted to do it, and [Skinnygirl Candy] was a great excuse," she told The Huffington Post. "It's whimsical, fun and the color of my logo!"

The new hair could (hopefully?) be a wig, but judge for yourself below. 

(Side note: Is this not the exact same color Syndey Bristow rocked in the "Alias" pilot?)

Fellow "Real Housewives of New York" star Carole Radziwill came out to support Frankel (wearing some amazing purple gloves, BTW) for the candy bonanza event held at Dylan's Candy Bar. 

The new season of "Housewives" has yet to be announced, but we already know that the series will be down two women -- Heather Thompson and Kristen Taekman will not be returning for the show's eighth season. 

"The women on the 'Housewives' that I work with, I really like and respect," Frankel told us about the upcoming season. "It's an interesting group and I've come to really rely and count on a lot of them." 

Are we seriously on the eighth season of "RHONY"? It seems like only yesterday Bethenny was screaming at Kelly Bensimon on Scary Island, "GO TO SLEEP. GO TO SLEEP. YOU'RE CRAZY."

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For women with big ears, the delicate earring trend has been hard. Teeny, tiny jewelry, while stunning, usually ends up getting lost on big ear lobes and can actually make them look bigger than they are. 

So, what's a big-eared girl to do? Turn to statement earrings, of course. Statement earrings offer great proportions for women with big ears and can help to balance them out. Chandelier, tassel and hoop earrings are popping up all over the runways, and for good reason. They can take an outfit from good to great and make getting dressed a cinch. An all-black ensemble with a pair of beautiful gold statement earrings is possibly the chicest (and easiest) thing to wear. 

So, embrace your big ears and check out 10 amazing pairs of statement earrings below. 

Trademark Drop Circle Earrings, $198

Oscar de la Renta Starfish Clip-On Earrings, $225 

Vanessa Mooney The Astrid Knotted Tassel Earrings, $45

BaubleBar Hooping Drops, $34

J.Crew Sequin and Crystal Rose Earrings, $88

Alana Douvros Petroglyph Hoops, $158

Topshop Cube And Semi Precious Drop, $18

H&M Earrings with Tassels, $12

Kate Spade New York At First Blush Drop Earrings, $98

Oh My Goth Chandelier Earrings, $20

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Hilary Duff was a red carpet mainstay during her Lizzie McGuire days, but since her show ended, we haven't seen enough of the star ... until last year. 

Thanks to Duff's new show "Younger, we've been seeing her everywhere and couldn't help but notice how much she has grown up since her Disney days. The actress has traded in her belly-bearing tops, low-slung jeans and Coach bucket hats for sleek dresses, power suits and pastel hair. In fact, we think it's safe to say this lady has become quite the style maven. 

Check out Duff's style transformation from when she first came on the scene in 2001, up through today. Her fashion transformation is what dreams are made of. 

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Jeans are a struggle. Period.

Whether you've got a big butt, flat butt, wide hips or barely any hips at all, all women face challenges when shopping for denim. But no matter your size or shape, everyone wants to feel confident in their jeans.

For some god awful reason, we only see one specific body type represented in ads, commercials and online. But news flash, there are countless women who don't look that. 

To that end, we asked 11 ladies to strike a pose in their favorite jeans and give us some no bullshit advice on finding the right pair for their beautifully unique bodies. Here's what they had to say: 

Let me break this down for you: I'm 5'10, have big hips, thick thighs and a bubble butt. Finding jeans that fit me perfectly is on par with slamming my forehead into a brick wall -- it's painful and frustrating. I found this pair of legging jeans from Zara by accident and they do everything I need them to do. They hug my curves in a way that covers what needs to be covered while also still showing that I have a shape. I love the true blue wash and the length is A+ for taller girls."
Jenna

I'm tall and thin, but I've got a little bit of booty. One styling trick that I use to create the illusion of a curvier figure is wearing my tops tucked in high-rise denim with whisker detailing right at the hips. I absolutely can't get enough of this light wash pair I discovered at Aritzia! They're extremely long and extremely comfortable."
Dana

Shop the look: The Casting Super High-Rise Skinny, $59; Other flattering options: Rag & Bone The High Rise Skinny, $210; 7 For All Mankind Dojo Tailorless Distress Flared Jeans, $198.

I know the jegging/jean debate is real, but I've found a jean with some stretch is the best fit for me, so jeggings it is! I've always struggled finding a pair that fits my wide hips without being too big in the waist, but high-waist has solved that problem for me. Not to mention, a higher waist draws attention away from my hips and toward my narrow waist."
Katelyn

At 5'11", I have a very hard time finding denim that is long enough. Usually I just settle for a cropped style, but there are a few brands that make jeans with long legs in mind. My favorite pair are these ones from MiH. They are long enough to wear with boots, sandals and sneakers and come in a bunch of different washes."
Michelle

Shop the look: MiH Daily Jeans, $100; Other flattering options; Frame Forever Karlie Tall Skinny Jeans, $209; ASOS Tall Ridley Skinny, $48.

I rarely have to hem my jeans because I tend to purchase skinny jeans that fall right at the ankle or a bit below. As much as I love boyfriend and wider leg styles, they don't seem to work on my frame. Most of my pants are solid, dark colors, so this destroyed, light wash pair is an anomaly in my closet. I love them because they're edgy, but I can still wear them with pretty much any top for any season."
Kate

Shop a similar look: AE Super Super Stretch Jegging, $49; Other flattering options: ASOS New Look Petite Supersoft Skinny Jean, $38; Halogen Plain Pocket Stretch Skinny Jeans, $41

Having love handles just means there's more me to look fabulous. I adore a great pair of flares or bootcut jeans because they add balance to my rounder midsection. And it doesn't hurt that the '70s are totally on trend right now -- but really never go out of style. I also make sure the waist of the jeans is a little roomier so that they don't cut into my skin and accentuate those 'lovely' handles of mine."
Julee

The luxury of having curves is that you know you've found the perfect pair of jeans when they easily slide up over your thighs, hips and up to your waist. I tend to look for things that taper at the bottom, because even the slightest flare makes me uncomfortable. I like simple dark washes because I feel like darker looks better and also accentuates my hips in a nice way. Also, this might be controversial, but I'm so down with the high rise cut because they let shirts flow freely in my outfits, and since I don't do super tight jeans, they don't crush my organs."
Chanel

Shop the look: Authentic 1969 True Skinny Jeans; Other flattering options: Torrid Skinny Jeans, $58; Forever21 Plus Size Classic Wash Jeans, $12.

Being a shorter woman with a big butt can definitely make it hard to find jeans that fit. It's hard to find pants that fit my butt and legs, and also don't expose my booty whenever I sit down. I always look for either high rise jeans or jeans that are a bit higher-rise in the back than they are in the front. These Guess jeans show off my butt while also fitting my legs. Other types of jeans that fit my body type well are Gap, these specific Levi's jeans and really any Citizens of Humanity jeans.
Alanna

I've experimented with almost every single style of jeans, and can now confirm that flat butts need skinny jeans, so peoples' eyes are drawn more toward your legs than to your butt (or lack thereof). At 5'4", I also like to go for ankle-grazing jeans to make my legs look a little longer. I tend to go for plain black jeans or ones with an interesting style or pattern -- the more you can distract people, the better! Oh, and never wear leggings -- they can make your butt look non-existent."
Alex

I'm really proud of my calves -- they have always been strong and prominent, but they have also always given me issues, whether it be in fitting into jeans, boots, etc. I remedy that with loose fitting boyfriend styles that are flattering up top and forgiving on the bottom. I especially love this pair from MiH. Mine have funky roping detail, but their Boyish Jean offers the same type of fit. As for shoes, I find wearing a shorter bootie fits underneath the cuff and looks great with the jeans."
Jamie

Shop a similar look: MiH Boyish Jeans, $235; Other flattering options: Madewell The Slim Boyjean, $128; Levi's Marker Boyfriend Jeans, $178

"I'm a tall, curvy girl, so I look for long jeans that hug my legs and butt perfectly without riding down throughout the day. That's kind of hard since there's a big difference between the inches in my waist and my hips, but I never settle for less when it comes to denim. High-waisted jeans are my fave but I have a soft spot for a good pair of tall, skinny Levi's."
Taryn

Shop the look: Madewell Tall Skinny Jeans, $115; Other flattering options: Levi's 311 Shaping Skinny Jeans, $64; Shaper Skinny Jeans, $79.

All photos by Damon Dahlen. 

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Before photographer Travis Magee devoted himself to his camera, he toured the world as a modern dancer. He hasn't been able to shake his fascination with dancers' physiques -- particularly those that have been inked up -- since. 

"The dancers' bodies are their canvas and very often they must perform with minimal clothing," Magee explained to The Huffington Post. "I’ve always been fascinated with the dancer who chooses to tattoo his or her body. It is unique, daring, and the first thing that the audience will notice when they first step out onstage." 

Magee's obsession soon became an inspiration, as the artist set out to combine his interests in body ink, movement and photography in one epic photo series. The resulting images feature partially nude bodies entwined beyond recognition, with colorful tattoos seeming to pass from one body to another. 

Magee had not met any of his subjects prior to shooting, nor had they met each other, and trust was a crucial factor in the images' success.

"It was important to me that the tattoos appeared to flow seamlessly together," Magee added. "I wanted the images of their flowers and vines to connect with one another. This way the dancers were not only connected through their partnering and movement, but also through the designs on their bodies."

Of course, many dancers choose not to have tattoos, particularly those who practice classical ballet. "In classical ballet it is all about the line," Rafael Bonachela, director of the Sydney Dance Company, explained to The Australian. "You probably can't even have a suntan, and if you're supposed to be a swan you can't have a great tattoo across your chest."

However, as tattoos become less and less taboo outside of the dance world, more and more dancers, from the Bangarra Dance Theatre to ballet icons like Sergei Polunin, are choosing to adorn their body with art that is as expressive as choreography. 

If you'd like to see Polunin's tattoos in action, check out his performance for Hozier's video "Take Me to Church," and prepare to be floored. For more on Magee, check out his portfolio.

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A teen from Charlotte, North Carolina, isn’t letting a back brace grind her gears.

Madelaine Cable got into a car accident that left her with a fractured T12, in November. She had emergency spinal fusion surgery, and after was told she had to wear a back brace for the next couple of months, all day long, in order for it to heal properly.

But instead of hiding away until the brace was off, the 17-year-old decided she wanted to be perceived as the survivor she was.

So she transformed her bulky brace into badass steampunk armor.

“I really hated how bland the brace looked,” Cable told The Huffington Post. “People would stare and give weird looks. I felt ashamed of it. I wanted to make it something fun that I'd enjoy wearing and feel proud of instead of embarrassed by.”

Cable and her friend Sarah Chacko, 19, share a love of all things steampunk -- a retro-tech style -- and Chacko, just happens to have a little copper and rust running through her veins.

“I'd steampunked other things, like Nerf guns, in the past,” Chacko told HuffPost. “And when I saw the different rivets and buckles on the brace, I thought, ‘Yeah, we could steampunk that!’”

Chacko came over to Cables with a basketful of materials like metallic spray paint, metal framing trim, plastic gear stencil, metal appliques, acrylic paint and “Sarah's trusty glue gun” to help put the apparatus of awesome together.

Five hours later, the girls were proud of what they created -- it looked like a beautiful chest armor. They even decided to share pictures of their cool collaboration with the steampunk-loving site, Epbot.

“[To me] it symbolizes the battle I'm fighting while going through this,” Cable said. “I'm a warrior.”

Currently, Cable is totally conquering Battle Back Brace.

Her doctors were very happy with her progress at her post-surgical appointment. She is starting physical therapy and now gets to spend a few hours out of her brace every day. She may even be able to wave goodbye to the brace altogether in another four weeks or so.

But for the time being, Cable seems at peace with her brace – and even finds it empowering.

“People are initiating conversation instead of just staring,” Cable’s mom, Linda, told HuffPost. “She feels like they see her, and not just her injury.” 

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Your job doesn't care if it's winter. You still have to get to work.

And the 904,463 people who commute by bike in the U.S. know it can sure get cold out there.

We asked riding experts around the country, from ride leaders to bike mechanics, about their must-have winter gear they use to stay warm on that cold commute (hint: it was mostly a jacket or gloves, duh).

Layers Are Key:

For Will Alvarado, a manager at Toga Bikes in New York City, his first step is to layer on a wool or synthetic base layer and an outer layer that blocks wind and moisture. "Look for synthetic fabric," he said, which is "really popular these days because they do a really good job of drying really quickly, [and synthetics are] more affordable than wool."

He likes Specialized's base layers and Deflect jacket ($100).

Feliciano Vera, the floor lead at Rapha Cycle Club in San Francisco, says he rides about six times a week, whether it's cold outside or not. He recommends Rapha's Pro Team jacket ($290), a softshell designed to feel like a jersey, because of its waterproof front and breathable back which allows it to keep you both warm and cool in a "pretty broad temperature range. I wear it with a base layer in mid-50s, or a long sleeve base layer down to temps in the teens," he said. "It's something I wear four or five times a week."

Gloves Are Vital:

Melinda Musser, communications director for the non-profit Community Cycling Center in Portland, Oregon (which helps Portlanders get into cycling and stay safe), recommends a set of gloves from Shower Pass.

The Crosspoint Wind Glove ($45), made with three-layer windproof, waterproof and breathable technology, is a "very breathable glove that is not too hot or too cold for the Pacific Northwest climate," she told HuffPost. "What we like about this glove is that it's water resistant and padded just enough to allow the rider to maintain good dexterity while gripping the handlebars."

Randall Huskamp, who leads riding groups in Boston every weekend through the harsh winter, makes a good point: "You ask about one piece of go-to winter clothing, but you must understand that it really takes a set of clothing if you bike when it is below zero, which can happen," he told HuffPost.

Huskamp layers heavily, on his torso and legs, but for his hands, he likes mittens from Black Diamond ($79.95), which "give my hands plenty of room for a small glove and hand warmers. As temps warm I use gloves as the mittens get way too warm," he said.

Todd Atkins, VP of Boulder Cycling Club, put gloves at the top of his list: "Your face can be so frozen you can't talk, your feet can be so cold you can't feel the pedals but if your fingers get so cold you can't operate your brakes, that's a serious problem and a safety risk," he said.

"You may not realize it, but you rely on the tactile feedback of your brake levers to properly control your brakes. When your fingers get that cold, you not only lose that feedback, but your grip and hand strength are compromised and you lose a lot of coordination in your fingers. It also burns like hell when you finally get blood flowing again."

And Fenders Are A Bike's Best Friend:

"Wintertime is real rough on your bike, Alexi Dolloff-Brammer at Ace Wheelworks near Boston, said. He won't ride without a set of fenders and recommends those from Planet Bike. 

Because they go over your wheels, they protect both you and your bike from all the black slush and sludge that puddles up in the streets. That nasty stuff, made up of melted snow, oil and grit from the road, doesn't just stain your clothes, but it can mess up your bike's drivetrain and breaks, which can become a serious threat to you and others.

"If you get full-coverage fenders that wrap around your wheel, it channels the slush forward and down in the channel and forces it out of the way so it keeps it out of your chain, cogs and breaks, which makes these last longer," he said.

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