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Susan Sarandon Makes A Case For Bras On The Red Carpet

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Susan Sarandon's latest unexpected red carpet look might be her best yet.


The actress attended Saturday night's SAG Awards wearing a cream, double-breasted Max Mara suit with cropped pants, a snake skin clutch, open toe pumps and most notably, no shirt.



The 69-year-old, who was nominated for her role in "The Secret Life Of Marilyn Monroe," opted instead to wear a low-cut black bra beneath the on-trend suit, breaking away from red carpet norms in the sexiest way possible.



Bras don't always have a place on the carpet, but Sarandon just showed everyone how it's done.


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Screen Actors Guild Awards: 'Spotlight,' Leonardo DiCaprio Get Top Honors

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The newspaper drama "Spotlight," badly in need of some Oscar momentum, took the top honor at the 22nd annual Screen Actors Guild Awards.



Best actor went to Leonardo DiCaprio for "The Revenant," adding to the drum beat expected to culminate with the 41-year-old star's first Oscar.


Other favorites cemented their front-runner status, as well.


Brie Larson, the star of the captive mother-son daughter drama "Room," won best actress. Alicia Vikander took best supporting actress for "The Danish Girl."


But supporting actor went to Idris Elba for "Beasts of No Nation." Elba was one of the most notable black actors overlooked by the Academy Awards, which instead fielded all-white acting nominees.


The SAG Awards, conversely, crowded its Shrine Auditorium stage in Los Angeles with a diverse group of winners including Queen Latifah and Viola Davis.






A complete list of winners at Saturday's 22nd annual Screen Actors Guild Awards:


MOVIES:


Actor: Leonardo DiCaprio, "The Revenant"


Actress: Brie Larson, "Room"


Supporting actor: Idris Elba, "Beasts of No Nation"


Supporting actress: Alicia Vikander, "The Danish Girl"


Cast: "Spotlight"


Stunt ensemble: "Mad Max: Fury Road"


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TELEVISION:


Actor in a comedy series: Jeffrey Tambor, "Transparent"


Actress in a comedy series: Uzo Aduba, "Orange is the New Black"


Comedy series cast: "Orange is the New Black"


Actor in a movie or miniseries: Idris Elba, "Luther"


Actress in a movie or miniseries: Queen Latifah, "Bessie"


Drama series cast: "Downton Abbey"


Actor in a drama series: Kevin Spacey, "House of Cards"


Actress in a drama series: Viola Davis, "How to Get Away With Murder"


Stunt ensemble: "Game of Thrones"


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Life Achievement: Carol Burnett


 






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LOL At Justin Timberlake's Style Over The Years

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Aw, Justin Timberlake. His name evokes so many images. Maybe you instantly think of the '90s NSYNC heartthrob, with frosted tips (cue the ramen hair memes). Or perhaps you imagine an early-aughts JT (fedora and Britney Spears in tow). Or, maybe you're smitten with the Timberlake of today, and you think of the singer in a suit and tie. 


The many style phases of Justin Timberlake prove just how long the performer has been in the spotlight. Timberlake started his career as a member of The Mickey Mouse club in the early '90s, and has since gone on to grace hundreds of red carpets. 


While we love getting down to Timberlake's tunes, we love watching his style evolve even more. In celebration of the singer's 35th birthday Jan. 31, we are taking a look back at his fashion transformations over the years. Get ready to LOL. 






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8 Things In Your Home Secretly Making You Late

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Every morning, you swear that this is the day you won't be a hurried and harried mess out the door. You go to sleep extra early; you set 15 different alarms on your phone; you've even scheduled the automatic timer on your coffee machine.


But no matter how hard you try, you still find yourself dashing for the front door or cursing traffic all because you're running late. Again.


Well, we have some good news: It's not you, it's your house. Below, the 9 things at home that are secretly making you late.


1. Your alarm clock sucks. 


It's time to upgrade your wake-up system. Swap your phone's built-in alarm (which you've probably already learned to tune out anyway) for a traditional, IRL one. The innovations in alarm clocks have come a long way, including ones that gently wake you up like the rising sun, ones that emit coffee or croissant smells, and, if you need the extra push in the morning, one built into a rug that will scream at you until you step out of bed.



Aggression is the only way I'll wake up

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2. You don't have a designated spot for your car keys, wallet, sunglasses, etc.


If leaving your house every morning is like playing a frustrating game of Where's Waldo with your car keys, you need to find a permanent parking spot for your essential items.


Pick out an eye-catching basket, bowl or even a beautifully wrapped shoebox and place it on a table near your front door. Make it the last thing you touch before leaving your house and the first thing you touch when you come home for the day.



3. Your lighting is sabotaging your schedule.


Does the lighting in your bedroom look the same at 10 p.m. and 8 a.m.? Honey, you might need to make some changes in drapery.


You can keep yourself from losing track of time in the morning by using this revolutionary thing called the sun. Make sure it can shine into your home by swapping out heavy curtains for lighter material. Not only will the natural light literally brighten your day, it will improve your mood as well!



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4. Your place is a mess.


Let's face it. If you're constantly looking for things -- clean socks, clean dishes, your laptop, your favorite pair of jeans -- chances are, you're a straight up mess and it's taking up way too much of your time. 


Spend the time putting things in their right place and you'll never have to wonder where anything is again. The results are magical and you'll have the extra minutes to prove it.



5. You still don't prepare your outfits ahead of time.


Newsflash: This actually works and it makes life so. much. easier. If it's hard for you to remember this time-saving step, set an alarm that goes off right before bed time to remind you to pick out your clothes for the next morning.


If your closet is bursting at the seams, cleaning it up a bit will make getting ready for your obligations a million times easier. Use the Konmari method to clean it out, keeping only the items that "spark joy." Picking an outfit never looked so easy -- and you've never look better.



Closet redesign is really coming along! #homesweethome #decor #nyc #closet

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6. Your bathroom has become your phone zone.


Bathrooms should be device-free for oh-so many reasons, not the least of which is it's probably distracting you from the fact that you've finished your business. Don't procrastinate when you're on the potty. Unplug and get those precious minutes back.



change 30 to 60 and that's me #usingphoneonthetoilet #me

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7. Your arsenal of go-to breakfast foods is lacking.


If you're spending too much time figuring out and preparing your breakfast, you're doing it wrong. Make sure your pantry is stocked with the essentials that'll keep your belly and boss happy.


Eggs are standard. Frozen fruits and protein powder is a match made in smoothie haven. And these overnight oats recipes are delicious, Pinterest-worthy and ready to go when you are. 



8. You don't have clocks visible throughout your home.


Instead of waking up your phone's lock screen every 15 minutes just to check the time, install visible clocks throughout your home -- especially in areas where you spend the most time getting ready. 


With a clock on display, you'll always know what time it is and, more importantly, how much time you have left.



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Our Daily Guide To The #30Up Look Good, Feel Good Challenge

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Our Look Good, Feel Good Challenge is in full swing and we're on a journey to transform the way you approach your beauty and grooming routines. Each day we're sending out quick challenges, tips and tricks to get you looking as good as you feel and feeling as good as you look. 


In case you've missed any of the daily newsletters or challenges, we've listed them all here for quick and easy reference. Now it's time to beautify! 


Day 1


What to do: Learn how to wash your face the RIGHT way. 


How to do it: How To Wash Your Face In 7 Simple Steps


 


 


 





 


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Cindy Crawford Is Retiring From Modeling At 50

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Say it ain't so, Cindy Crawford.


Our hearts are just about broken as Crawford says she will "maybe not say goodbye, but move on" from her epic modeling career as her 50th birthday approaches on Feb. 20. 



"I’m sure I’ll have my picture taken for 10 more years, but not as a model anymore. And that’s OK. I’ve done it. I’ve worked with all these incredible photographers. What else do I need to do? I can’t keep reinventing myself. I shouldn’t have to keep proving myself. I don’t want to,” she told United Airlines' Rhapsody Magazine this month. 


The news comes somewhat as a shock: Crawford just participated in a stunning new Balmain campaign, constantly shares behind-the-scenes photos from fashion shoots and recently reunited with the rest of her iconic '90s supermodel pals for a shoot with Peter Lindbergh. 



Perhaps she's passing the reigns to her 14-year-old daughter Kaia, who has already proven she inherited her mom's modeling chops


One thing's for sure, you can take Cindy Crawford out of modeling, but you can never take modeling out of Cindy Crawford. 







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Nina Dobrev Splashes Around In A Bikini While On Vacation In Hawaii

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Nina Dobrev and her gal pals were pictured having fun in the Hawaii sun over the weekend. 


The 27-year-old "Vampire Diaries" star and her friends, including model Jessica Stam and "Gossip Girl" actress Jessica Szohr, hung out in Maui and truly looked like they were living the life. 



Ohhhhh! @scotty_mcknight we miss our boyfriend! Hold on ... Photo cred: @jessbrodycohen

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Jesssss I can't see you. Oh it's the other Jess!

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Sporting sunglasses, swimsuits and the occasional lei, the group of girls were pictured swimming and hiking.


It's unclear if the celebrations were for Dobrev's recent birthday on Jan. 9, but who needs an excuse for a vacation anyway? 



ride or die #alohaladies

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#BubbleButt #AlohaLadies

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Just exploring some caves #AlohaLadies

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Morning hike #alohaladies

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Never mind that the rest of us are desperately trying to forget that it's winter. Aloha, gals! 


 


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The 90-Day Guide To Transforming Your Beauty Routine

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Face it, you've been meaning to get a beauty regimen going for a while now. So why not stick to New Year's tradition and put a new routine on your resolution list


Thanks to UK wellness retailer Holland & Barrett, mapping your cosmetic game plan just got a lot easier. In an infographic, the company outlines ways in which you can take care of your body from the inside out. Advice includes quitting your vices -- yep, it's time to retire those cigarettes -- and adopting some new habits, such as washing your hair less


What's even better is that Holland & Barrett's guide is organized into daily, weekly and monthly rituals, so you know what to do and when to do it. Although, you probably don't need a reminder to shower ... we hope.  


For more beauty tips and tricks, look at the graphic below. Get inspired to make the little changes in your life that'll give you huge payoffs! 



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The Most Basic '90s Manicure Is Back

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But it's not what you think. We've seen French manicures all over the runways for the past few seasons now -- but basic they are not. Gone are the white tips with nude-polish topcoats that were a staple in every sorority from the '90s to the aughts. Instead, we're seeing manicurists breathe new life into contrast tips thanks to colors, metallics, graphic shapes, and negative space.

And it's trickling down from the catwalk to the nail salon. "We're definitely seeing a recurrence of the French manicure," says Eleanor Langston, CEO of Paintbox. "But it's more updated and modern. We've done many evolutions of this design over the past year-and-a-half." (Like the one pictured here.)

Ahead, we take a look back at where the French mani came from, how much it's changed, and the endless possibilities to come.

1970s

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Natural nails with white tips date all the way back to the 1800s, when women would use a bit of lemon juice or vinegar to brighten just the tips to a crisp white (they were all about purity back then). But it wasn't until the 1970s that the term "French manicure" was born -- and it wasn't in France.

Rumor has it that the founder of Orly, Jeff Pink, first created the white tip with a nude overlay so the ladies of Hollywood could have one nail look on a movie set that would match all their costumes. He then took the nail to the Paris runways, where it became the top choice of designers as well, and thus he named it the French manicure -- though some people say he did it because adding the descriptor "French" to anything instantly makes it seem chic.

1990s

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When you think of the '90s, all the cool-again things that we've been revisiting, like chokers and brown lipstick, may come to mind. But let's not forget that French manicures with major (often square-shaped) tips, like the ones Jennifer Lopez is sporting here, were a thing, too.

2000s

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The trend continued into the aughts. Here, even in an all-black outfit, Jessica Simpson went with the ultra-fem nail style during her pop-star reign.

Spring 2013

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As the Jessica Simpson, Britney Spears, and *NSYNC era began to fade, so did the French manicure. Though we did see it pop up at Chanel on the 2013 spring runway, in its most virgin form.

Fall 2015

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But despite the trendsetting capabilities of Mr. Karl Lagerfeld, the classic version was out. As nail guru Miss Pop tells us: "The classic nude-and-white French isn't making a comeback. It's being reimagined."

The look at Tibi that season was close to the classic, but the tip was wider and had a wavy pattern.

For the most modern manis, read more at Refinery29.

By: Megan Cahn

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How to Wash All Your (Secretly Disgusting) Scarves

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We like to fancy ourselves ladies with proper hygiene. But there are inevitably a few wardrobe pieces that somehow miss the cleaning schedule. For starters: your leather gloves. And now: your winter scarves. Here's the low down on de-germing those babies.

Related: Sorry but You're Wearing Your Ankle Boots All Wrong

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What do I need? Baby shampoo and a large mixing bowl. (Sure, you can shell out for those fancy delicate-specific soaps, but baby shampoo works just as well.)

What do I do? Fill the bowl with cool water and add a few drops of the shampoo. Swirl your hand to mix the suds and water, and submerge the scarf. Let it soak for about ten minutes (any longer could damage the fabric), then pour out the soapy water, keeping the scarf in the bowl. Add a shallow amount of fresh water to the bowl, swish around and pour out. Repeat a few times until you feel the soap has been thoroughly rinsed. Press the scarf against the edge of the bowl to squeeze out the water. (Wringing is a no-no.) And lie flat to dry on a smooth, airy surface.

Can't I just rinse the scarf under the faucet? Nope. Direct, harsh water pressure could also damage the fabric.

And which fabrics can I use this on? Silk, rayon, cashmere, wool...you name it. Just always wash one scarf at a time to avoid dye running.

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Lauren Conrad's Dramatic Style Evolution Over The Years

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Lauren Conrad is one of our favorite fashionistas to come out of MTV's popular franchise "Laguna Beach." We can always look to the blonde beauty for inspiration on what to wear. But even Conrad had a few style misses before blossoming into the budding designer that she is today. 


Like most Cali high schoolers, Conrad's "going out" attire consisted mostly of provocative blouses and baggy flare leg jeans. She eventually gravitated toward babydoll dresses that showed off her bronze glow. Now, the young mogul can be spotted on the red carpet sporting modest sheath dresses and pumps. 



As Conrad turns 30 (wow, time flies!) on Feb. 1, we take a scroll down memory lane with her dramatic style evolution. What's your fav L.C. fashion look?






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Vanity Fair's 2016 Hollywood Issue Cover Focuses On Female Diversity

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Vanity Fair's 2016 Hollywood issue is here! 


The magazine unveiled the cover today via Snapchat, with an interactive story on their Discover page. The cover, shot by Annie Leibovitz, features 13 of the industry's top stars, all of whom are female.


In the midst of the the conversation regarding Hollywood's glaring diversity problem, Vanity Fair seems to have made an effort to be inclusive with this cover. (Smart move, considering the debacle over their all-male late-night comedy story.)


Three women of color -- Viola Davis (who appears on the front cover, not the foldout), Lupita Nyong'o and Gugu Mbatha-Raw -- are featured, along with four women over the age of 60 -- Jane Fonda, Charlotte Rampling, Helen Mirren and Diane Keaton. 


Also appearing on the cover are Hollywood heavyweights Cate Blanchett and Jennifer Lawrence, who share the front cover with Davis and Fonda, along with Rachel Weisz, Brie Larson, Alicia Vikander and Saoirse Ronan, who round out the extra-long photo.


Vanity Fair shared the image on Twitter, asking the rhetorical question, "Could these women be any more impressive?"


(No, the answer is no, because they're all pretty awesome.)






We also grabbed some Snapchat screenshots for a closer look. 





The 2016 cover is a vast improvement from last year's cover, which featured only one actor of color (David Oyelowo). Oscar Isaac, who is Guatemalan and Cuban, was also featured, though both he and Oyewolo appeared inside the foldout, while Channing Tatum, Amy Adams and Reese Witherspoon nabbed the front spot. 



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17 Reasons to Stop Following Fashion Trends

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Any fashion conscious person knows that apparel speak louder than attitude

But not all of us are fashionistas

Some of us just like to wear whatever the we want

Should we feel bad about that? Just because the rest of the world is practically slaving over fashion trends? No.

I know we've all had those moments when we just get so sick of wearing only what is deemed fashionable by the fashion gods (whoever they are).

And that's okay.

After all, the trend itself was started by people just like us, right? (Well, maybe not like us exactly. But they have blood flowing through their veins and they breath air.)

And if that's not a good enough reason to stop following trends and wear what you deem fit, here are a few more reasons:


1. Trends Don't Last

You know that awkward moment when you buy an outfit that is, in your opinion, very sexy, but then you wear it out and everyone is looking at you with that your-clothes-are-so-last-season look (you know that look), and you start contemplating your whole life, reflecting on all the bad decisions you've made, including the decision to buy an outdated outfit. What was cool last season is, apparently, an abomination this season. Who has time to keep up with all that? (Except super stars who have people working round the clock to make sure they don't accidentally wear one pair of jeans twice.)

2. Fashion Is Not About You

Personally, I love loose-fitting clothes. Can't stay too long in clothes that squeeze the life out of me. But loose clothes make you look like a slob, so I gave them up. If you do a thorough search of your motive for following the trends, you'll find that it has very little to do with your personal comfort or preference, and everything to do with others'.

You dress in a certain kind of way to impress friends, intimidate the competition or endear yourself to the object of your desire.

Which is all well and good until it starts to become a difficult chore. That's when personally I throw my hands up in the air and say, "I'm done. I'm doing me."

3. You Have Your Own Fashion Identity

The trends we're dying to keep up with were all started by someone somehow. And that's their identity. Not necessarily ours. People who copy other people's fashion identity do so probably because they have no identity of their own. None of those trends were written in stone and passed down to us from some ancient ancestors. So who says we have to conform to another person's idea of what is socially acceptable? We can't all be fashion icons, and we shouldn't lose our identity whenever a new style hits the market (or the runway, if you're that rich).

4. The Trends Aren't for Everyone

Perfect example is the once-trending jean shorts. They're really very short right. Extremely, butt-hugging-underpants kind of short. But almost everyone was wearing them (and some people still are). Personally, going out in public wearing what looks like panties made out of jeans that leave my butt cheeks out is not my thing. And just because some hot celebrities are wearing it, it doesn't mean I can pull it of. So, again, I'm doing me.

5. Let's Face It: Most Fashion Designers Are Weird

Don't believe me, just look at models on the runway. The pieces they wear are absolutely ridiculous. (I can't even call them clothes.) They'd make you want to ask yourself, "Who would wear this?"

I'm all for progress but, seriously, what woman would wear a dress that leaves her butt hanging out?

They hardly design anything immediately wearable. At least wait until the clothes have been taken off the runway and distributed to stores in more wearable, in-real-life forms.

6. Getting Dressed Is Easier

... when your closet is filled with clothes you chose for you. Not for the sake of the trendsetters.



7. Fashionable Often Implies Mass Production

How would you like to go out and see several other people wearing an outfit you own? If all the clothe stores are selling only what they deem fashionable, we might all be wearing identical clothes.

The time for fitting in is high school (honestly, I didn't even fit in back then). After that, we should be striving to stand out.

Which brings us to...

8. You Get to Stand Out

By not following trends set by others, you're making your own fashion statement.

At a time when wearing a ring on your pinky was a thing, Cameron Diaz (or was it Kate Hudson?) decided to wear a ring on her thumb instead, and it wound up being a trend. She ended up inventing the thumb ring.

By not conforming to the "in" thing, what you're really doing is creating your own "thing."

9. Trends May Not Make You Happy

If you buy clothes only because they're on trend and not because you like them, they may not make you happy

If you wear what makes you happy, you'll feel good about yourself

If you feel good, ultimately, you'll look a lot better

10. What is in Vogue May Not Always Suit Your Body

After going through old pictures of myself and seeing how unflattering the then "in vogue" styles were on me, I realized that the fact that something is trending is no assurance that everyone would look good in it.

It's better to wear styles that flatter your figure, rather than whatever the fashion gods say you should wear -- this season.

11. You Need Clothes You Can Confidently Wear to Work

As the saying goes "dress for the job you want..."

If you keep wearing what models advertise on the runway, what job are you hoping for? A career in modeling?

Some fashion trends are quite clearly not for anyone who has a real job (or wants a real job).

Not suggesting you wear suits every day of the week. But instead of copying people who wear what's convenient for their lifestyle and work, which may not be convenient for you, stick to what you know

12. You Have to Consider Your Budget

Not everyone can afford to clean out their wardrobe whenever there's a new trend.

Don't feel bad if you can't spend as much as everyone does in the fashion department.

You can't blame yourself for not buying clothes that aren't in your price range .

All fingers aren't, after all, equal.

13. What Goes Around Comes Back Around

Especially in the world of fashion.

So if your favorite type of jeans are no longer in, don't throw them out just yet.

Just wait long enough and they'll come back around again. And then look who's suddenly wearing what's in season.

14. As Fashion Evolves, So Do You

Truth be told, many of the fashion trends these days are for teenage (18-year-old) bodies.

You can't expect a full grown, cellulite-adorned woman to wear high-waisted, butt-bearing jean shorts. That's just cruel. Her butt is where all the cellulite and stretch marks are!

As we get older, we tend to evolve in style and taste and, eventually, we may not be able to stand (or fit into) the clothes we've chattered on account of the fact that they were trending.

15. You Shouldn't Have to Feel Self-Conscious in Your Own Body

Certain fashion trends are meant only for the models and superstars who advertise them -- they have the perfect bodies for it

Take crop tops for instance. Why should you have to wear a top that makes no effort to cover up your protruding belly (if you have a protruding belly)?

It'll just make you less confident about your beautiful body. It's not worth it.

16. You Get to Save Loads of Money

Trending items are a lot more expensive than normal stuff. So if you give yourself a break from buying ridiculously expensive things simply because they're what's en vogue, you're giving yourself the luxury of saving a ton of money.

17. Give Some Consideration to Basic Hygiene

Because some people decided that wearing socks with men's shoes was way too much work, they decided to stop wearing socks.

And some people followed them.

Wearing men shoes without socks? What kind of a disgusting trend is that?

This is a perfectly good reason to stop following trends. They can't even be bothered about hygiene.

Fashion is beautiful. Getting dolled up is nice. But feel free to wear what is right for you, and not just what is socially acceptable

Never feel like you need to become a slave to the trends by investing insanely in clothes that don't really fit you or throwing away good clothes which you like just because they're no longer in.

Don't feel bad that the latest kinds of shorts don't suit you or that you can't afford them

Just enjoy fashion when you can. When it begins to seem like too much work, it's time to leave it well alone.

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Some Ground Rules For How To Look Chic In Mom Pants

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Mom pants. They're comfortable and practical, however they aren't always extremely stylish. But it doesn't have to be this way. In fact, a few months ago, we proved that mom jeans should replace your skinny jeans and today, we want to discuss mom pants in general. 


High-waisted, slight roomy pants are having a major moment in fashion -- and for good reason. They are a refreshing take on all the slimmer styles we've been seeing and they are actually pretty easy to wear. Just take a look at Parisienne fashion blogger Camille Charrière. Her monochromatic outfit below makes the mom pant basically fool-proof. And if you're not a fan of wearing one color head-to-toe, just make sure you emphasize your waist (with a belt) and go for a front tuck, especially if you're pairing your trousers with an oversized sweater. 


Check out Charrière's cool outfit and shop similar styles to get the look. 


 


 




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Should You Wash Your Hair Today? This Flowchart Has Your Answer

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By Beth Shapouri, Glamour

Real talk: Washing your hair can be annoying. None of us want to do it if we can get away with a little MacGyver-style sprucing up. But there are times where you're right on the border, on the cusp of a CODE RED! MUST WASH! situation where you think maybe you could go a tad bit longer, but you question. We feel you. And we know that struggle. So we decided to design a flowchart to help.

Now, before you go feeling all sheepish about the state of your un-washedness, let us give you a pep talk. We swear our recent collective obsession with going longer between shampoo-ings isn't just about laziness. Sure, washing your hair is frustrating. It takes time. You get all cold out of the shower. And then you have to style your hair afterward which can be varying degrees of work, depending on your texture and the specific look you're going for. So, so frustrating. But in recent years dermatologists and leaders of the No Poo (meaning shampoo-free) and co-washing (meaning conditioner-washing) movements have taught us that washing too often can strip your hair of its natural oils, leading to weaker hair that is not only more finicky and harder to style but also doesn't hold on to color as long. See? Not washing every day is just being practical--and a worthy goal, we argue.

So go ahead and bookmark this chart; pin it; or print it out, frame it, and hang it in your bathroom--whatever you decide to do with it, just know it's here for you.

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Flowchart Design: Emily Kemp

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Ariel Winter Wasn't Ashamed To Show Her Breast Reduction Scars At SAG Awards

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Ariel Winter is proud of her body, scars and all. 


When the "Modern Family" actress arrived at the Screen Actors Guild Awards over the weekend, she looked stunning in a strapless black dress with an open back. The gown was no doubt sexy and people were quick to notice that it didn't hide the scars from her breast reduction surgery.



But don't be so quick to call it a wardrobe malfunction. The fact of the matter is the 18-year-old didn't want to hide her scars.


"Guys there is a reason I didn't make an effort to cover up my scars! They are part of me and I'm not ashamed of them at all," she wrote in a tweet following the award show. 






Winter first revealed that she had undergone breast reduction surgery last April in an interview with Glamour


"I got it for myself. I can’t even really put it into words about how amazing it feels to really feel right," the teen star explained to the magazine. "This is how I was supposed to be." 


The actress also admitted that, aside from the physical pain her chest caused, she was bullied about her body before having the surgery. 


"We live in a day and age where everything you do is ridiculed. The Internet bullies are awful," she said. "I could post a photo where I feel good, and 500 people will comment about how fat I am and that I am disgusting."


In November 2015, she continued to be a body image role model when she shut down body shamers who posted hateful comments on a photo of her in a bikini with her nieces. 


"You are not asking for anything because of what you are wearing," she wrote on Instagram. "You are expressing yourself and don't you ever think you deserve the negativity as the consequence to what you are wearing -- YOU ARE BEAUTIFUL." 


Preach, Ariel! 


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Edward Enninful Reflects On David Bowie, Grace Coddington And Becoming An Icon

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Edward Enninful was destined to be an icon. The fashion and style director at W Magazine was only 18 years old when he was named fashion director of i-D magazine, which made him the youngest person to ever hold that title at an international fashion magazine. Impressive? Beyond. 



But he wasn't done there. Enninful then had a stint as a contributing editor at Vogue Italia, where he helped create the glossy's legendary Black Issue, which remains its best-selling issue to date. A job at American Vogue would follow, and now he takes the helm of W's awe-inspiring content. 


Couple all that with the fact he is a black man, and the feat is even more extraordinary. "I have been luckier than most," Enninful told The Huffington Post.


But luck aside, his vision and hard work are what have kept the Ghana-born, London-bred editor at the top of his game -- and for all those reasons and more, Beats by Dre decided to fete Enninful's 25 years of fashion dopeness with a private party Friday night at the Renaissance Hotel in Times Square.


The event also served as a reveal of a short film shot and directed by Enninful's close friend and world-famous photographer, Nick Knight, entitled “The Seven Deadly Sins of Edward Enninful." 


The film, which will be shown continously on a billboard in Times Square until Feb. 8, features Naomi Campbell, who represents pride; Kate Moss, who represents lust; Karlie Kloss, who represents greed; Jourdan Dunn, who represents envy; Lara Stone and Anna Ewers, who represent gluttony; Karen Elson, who represents wrath and Maria Carla Boscono, who represents sloth. 





Kate Moss representing lust in "The Seven Deadly Sins of Edward Enninful" film directed by Nick Knight.


It might seem strange for Beats to be celebrating a fashion designer, but the company is devoted to honoring icons across a variety of fields and interests. And when it comes to Enninful, the source of this adoration makes total sense.  


"Music for me is as important as fashion. The first visuals I remember are Elvis Presley, David Bowie, New Romantics, and different punk bands," Enninful explained, noting that now more than ever, musicians are shouting out designer labels in their lyrics. "At the moment I'm obsessed with Future." 


We got a chance to chat with Enninful before the big event and pick his brain about being called an icon, his thoughts on fashion's diversity problem and his relationships with Vogue's beloved creative director at large, Grace Coddington, and the late, great David Bowie. Here's what he had to say: 


On being deemed an "icon"


"It's definitely a compliment -- but it's for other people to decide. I don't think I'm in any way an icon, to be very honest. We just work -- don't we? You just get up and do what we have to do. Throw out what you want to throw out there and hopefully people like it."


On what drives him


"I get nervous before every shoot. I'm really jealous of the people that can just rest on their laurels and say, 'I'm good, this is it.' I'm just propelled by insecurity, that's what really leads me to want to do better."


On what he wants his legacy to be


"That I did work that was honest. That I did work that was true to myself. I did work that maybe spoke about society in its little way -- that had meaning more than anything." 


On fashion's diversity problem


"I don't think filling a shoot or a runway with a black model is the answer. There is so much more that can be done. Education, mentorships and so many other things we can do to even the playing fields. That's where the focus should be more than anything. We're headed in the right direction. I'm really positive about it -- I have to be."


On David Bowie


"I'm close with Iman and I've worked with David a few times. But obviously growing up he was a huge inspiration to me and my work. Being able to work with him was one of the special moments of my career. He was such an amazing person. He wasn't scared to stand up for who he was."


On Grace Coddington's future beyond Vogue


"I think she's going to do incredible things, my god! She can own consultancy, she can do her book, she can do a movie. If you know Grace you know she doesn't sit still -- she's so full of life. So I think she's just going to really enjoy this chapter of doing other things. And of course she'll still be doing some things with Vogue."


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The J. Crew CEO's Apartment Looks Exactly Like You Think It Does

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Hold on to your henleys, people. Curbed reports J. Crew CEO Mickey Drexler has re-listed his massive New York City pad -- and when we get a look into the home of a J. Crew exec, we take it



At $25 million, Drexler's home is listed for $10 million below the asking price when it was listed for sale back in 2015 (what a bargain!). The home has 6,226 square feet -- a mansion by Manhattan standards -- and features an open floor plan. The five-bedroom, seven-and-a-half-bathroom home has three walk-in closets and is located in the heart of NYC's coveted Tribeca neighborhood.



With its floor-to-ceiling windows and mid-century vibe, the apartment is downright stunning. 



A spokeswoman for the listing real estate brokerage firm, Core, declined to comment on the sale, but you can get more information on the property at corenyc.com




 


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What to Buy (and Skip) in February

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By Courtney Jespersen



February brings Valentine's Day, which often means buying flowers and other gifts on top of your more usual purchases. With so many things to buy, you need to ensure that your pocketbook won't feel the pinch.

Use this list as your guide to everything you should buy (and skip) in the month of February.

Buy: TVs
February is Super Bowl month, which means shoppers are searching for discounts on big-screen TVs ahead of their viewing parties.

Handily, the beginning of the year is traditionally one of the best times to purchase a new home entertainment item. Sales have already begun at Amazon, Best Buy and Target, among others.

Skip: Jewelry
Retailers and jewelry stores will try to entice you with Valentine's Day-inspired sale events this month, but these discounts aren't as deep as the ones you'll find during other parts of the year.

If you absolutely have to get your sweetheart something shiny this Feb. 14, compare prices and don't be afraid to negotiate the cost.

Buy: Winter products
February is typically still chilly, but with the season winding down, stores are eager to unload winter products and fill shelves with merchandise better suited for sunshine.

That makes this month a good time to score big savings on winter clothing, winter sports gear and more. You may not have much time left to use your finds this season, but you'll be prepared when next winter rolls around. Search for these clearance events at outdoors stores like Cabela's, as well as department stores like Macy's.

Skip: Mattresses
If you're in the market for a new mattress, don't buy it in February. You'd be better off choosing one later in the year, when you can take advantage of Memorial Day or Labor Day sales.

Shop smart all year long with our guide for What to Buy Every Month of the Year in 2016.

Buy: Home goods
Presidents Day falls on Feb. 15. And if this year is like previous years, expect popular retailers to host holiday sales -- many of which focus on home goods, such as bedding and small kitchen appliances.

Last year, we saw deals at retailers including Wal-Mart and J.C. Penney. For instance, J.C. Penney offered discounts of up to 50% on select home products.

Skip: Small electronics
Finally, avoid purchasing small consumer electronics this month. Items such as laptops, computers, tablets and video game consoles are best bought in November, during Black Friday sales.

If you're hoping for a great deal on a smartphone, consider waiting until after September. That's when Apple is expected to release its newest iPhone and lower prices on older models.

Courtney Jespersen is a staff writer at NerdWallet, a personal finance website. Email: courtney@nerdwallet.com. Twitter: @CourtneyNerd.



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Demi Lovato's No Makeup Gym Selfie Is Your Monday Motivation

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Mondays are rough, but don't worry, Demi Lovato is here to kiss and make it better. 


The "Cool for the Summer" singer shared a sweaty selfie right on schedule for #NoMakeupMonday. Puckering up in a sauna suit at the gym, Lovato sent kisses to her fans, dubbed Lovatics (there has to be a better name out here), and made sure to plug her new makeup line


"Happy #NMM!!! Sweaty kisses for my #Lovatics while wearing my sauna suit in the gym show me your butt naked faces and show me how #DevonneByDemi works for you!!!" she captioned the photo. 




(Side note: For all those browsing the interwebs for a cheap sauna suit right now, research before you click. Sauna suits don't help you lose weight and can lead to dangerous dehydration and overheating, so be careful.) 


Lovato, always one to place importance on inner beauty, makes sure to post makeup-free selfies on the reg, inspiring her fans to do the same. 





Happy #NMM my beauties lemme see your face nudies in honor of #NMM and @devonnebydemi www.devonnebydemi.com

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As her new album "Confident" makes clear, Lovato has never felt more at home in her own body. The former Disney star covered Allure's February issue and opened up about her struggle with self acceptance and insecurity


"I've never felt as confident in my skin as I do today," she told the magazine. "A year ago, on tour, almost every inch of my body was covered by clothing ... Once I started feeling better about myself, I felt better about showing more skin."


"It's also a statement, like, 'Hey, watch out.' You're no longer getting the insecure Demi that you've been getting for the past couple of years," she continued. "I mean business now."


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