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Ally Sheedy’s Reaction To Her ‘Breakfast Club’ Makeover Shows How Times Have Changed

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“The Breakfast Club” made Ally Sheedy an eternal style queen. That tousled hair and dark eyeliner was a proto-form of goth fashion, which, when the movie opened in 1985, was still migrating to America from the British rock scene. Allison, the resident “basket case,” speaks to countless teenagers who feel like misfits.


Then they had to go and muck it up. John Hughes’ classic ends with preppy Claire (Molly Ringwald) giving Allison a makeover and jock Andy (Emilio Estevez) suddenly taken by her glammed-up beauty. 


During a HuffPost interview to promote her new film “Little Sister,” Sheedy, who helped to craft Allison’s look, said the makeover scene wouldn’t happen if the movie were made today. 


“They would have left her alone, and the onus would have been on him ― on Emilio’s character ― to break through and to see what was inside,” she said. “I didn’t have to change my look to get him to suddenly see it. But that’s where we were then.”


Sheedy suggested that Allison’s changes should be more of an evolution. In the clip above, watch her describe how the storyline changed from Hughes’ original script. 


“Little Sister” is now open in limited release and available on VOD platforms. Read our follow-up interview with Sheedy here.




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Little Boy Has Hilarious Response To Meeting William And Kate

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Fans of the British royal family are usually limited to following them from afar, whether through a computer screen, television, or tabloid. So if and when an opportunity to meet them in person arises, one might be inclined to try and make it last.. forever.  


Kids, who say the darnedest things, take that notion pretty seriously. Take, for example, one of the little boys Prince William and the media phenomenon formerly known as Kate Middleton met as they stopped outside the National Football Museum in Manchester Friday.


As the two royals were seen shaking hands with the public, the boy can be heard in video posted by Daily Mail correspondent Rebecca English, smiling and saying to his friend, “I’m never washing my hands again.”






Same, kid. Same. 


We have a feeling William might have felt a similar way ― not about someone, but something he got to meet that very same day. 



The cuteness overload is all too much for a Friday, no?

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You're Probably Pronouncing 'Adidas' Wrong

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Fresh and clean white Adidas ― yes, like the ones you wore in middle school ― are having a moment.


But even though the brand made appearances in your youth, your parents’ youth and, now the youth of Instagram’s most stylish users, you’ve probably been saying “Adidas” wrong your entire life.


The folks at the “Today” show did the world a public service this week by offering a crash course on the world’s most commonly mispronounced brands. Adidas, for example, isn’t pronounced ah-DEE-duhs; it’s AH-dih-dahs.


And Zara isn’t ZAH-ruh, it’s... well, we’ll let the video above explain. Find out how to say the names of some of the world’s most famous brands in the way they were meant to be said.

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These Harry Potter-Themed Makeup Brushes Have Amazing Wand Handles

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For Harry Potter fans, there’s no such thing as too much HP. The thirst for more movies, more books, more anything is pretty much unquenchable. 


That’s probably why people are losing their minds over these new magic “wizard wand makeup brushes, first spotted by Allure on the MakeupAddition Reddit page. They’re the brainchild of Omaha-based triplets Missy, Mandy and Erin Maynard, who already run a fandom jewelry store called The Geeky Cauldron.



The brushes are the first product in the sisters’ newest venture, Storybook Cosmetics, and should be on sale in six weeks or less, according to the company’s instagram. A spokeswoman said Storybook will roll out its “sorting palette” eyeshadows shortly thereafter.


How much love do people have for this? Two days ago, Storybook’s Instagram boasted 10,000 “new friends.” By Friday, that number was up to 40,000. According to Erin Maynard, it was only a matter of time before the sisters, who “have been fangirls all our lives,” made a foray into cosmetics. 


“It’s in our blood,” she said. “As fans of all things sparkly, magical and mystical it was a logical next step to crossover our fandom businesses into cosmetics.”


Now, if only the brushes could put the makeup on for us, that would be really magical. Storybook is still nailing down exact pricing, and we’ll update this story as information becomes available. 







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How to Make A Man Miss You

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Have you ever heard this one?

"Absence makes the heart grow fonder."

Well when you've got a good thing going with someone, it's absolutely true.

Missing someone is a sign that you truly care about them and that their presence isn't easy to replace.

Here's the thing:

There are five essential ways you can make a man miss you. They are ridiculously effective when it comes to pulling on his heartstrings and keeping him all yours.

Watch this week's video, "How to Make a Man Miss You" to find out what they are.



Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet was right--parting really is "such sweet sorrow."

The feeling of longing and passion you get from missing someone can be part of the super-glue that keeps your relationship together.

Basically, if he's yearning for you, then you're doing things right.

So... how do you like men to show you that they miss you? Let me know by leaving a comment below.

Your Coach,
Adam

PS: Want to discover 32 ways you can become an irresistible magnet to men by building your sense of self-confidence? Click here to learn how you can get a copy of my best-selling book, Men Love Confident Women.

Summary -


1. Be the type of woman he would actually miss.


Humans are actually very simple. Either we pursue pleasure or we avoid pain.

If when he's with you he's laughing, he enjoys your company, he's connecting with you, he's getting complimented when he does the right things, he's going to feel pleasure, he's going to enjoy that, and he's going to want more.

On the other hand, if he's with you and all he's hearing is nagging for every little thing he does, complaints from you about your girlfriends, or just generally bringing no personality to the table, then all he's going to feel is pain. This will not lead to him missing you.

2. Give him some space.


Now, this might sound a little cliché, but one common theme I've noticed in all relationships is  is that men usually want a little more space than women do. Men are very different from women. If he needs a healthy amount of space, you've gotta give it to him.

If you're finding that you never ever want space from him, it's time for you to start finding your own space. Find things that you can put yourself into. Create your own little space away from him. It's really important when two people are together to create their own space and time away from each other.

3. Stop trying to make him miss you.


Look, men aren't stupid. We know when women are subtly trying to get our attention.

If when you're apart you're doing the following things: tagging him in photos on Facebook, sending him a Snapchat every ten minutes to get his attention, texting his friends to see what they're up to, or posting pictures with other guys on Instagram to make him a little jealous... he's not going to miss you. He's going to get frustrated and want to be away from you.

4. Move slower than he wants.


You didn't take control of the pace of the relationship. You didn't let him miss you. You gave all of yourself to him right from the start and there was nothing to miss. A lot of women assume that just because a guy really wants to keep seeing them, they should do this. However, my advice is to put the brakes on. Let him have space. Let him yearn for you a little bit, because that space is going to allow you to get to know each other, instead of just giving in and seeing each other every single night. You guys are still strangers and then suddenly the entire relationship just burns up into flames. He realizes, maybe it's moving a little bit fast and he wants to slow things down, and then you get mad and the whole thing ends. We don't want that to happen. So, again, move slower than he wants.

5. Leave a little mystery in the conversation.


Now, there's a reason why when we watch a trailer to a movie we can't wait to watch the movie. Because we get, of course, a taste of what the movie is all about but we have no idea what the whole full picture is about. We certainly don't know how it ends.

Same thing when you're going out and meeting people or when you're on the first couple of dates. You don't need to tell him your three biggest life accomplishments on that first date. Spread it out a little bit. Keep him wanting more. And when he believes there's more depth to you, when he knows he wants to keep seeing you... he's going to miss you. He's going to want to dive into that complex person that is you.

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11 Unforgettable Russian Fashion Week Collections

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Looks from collections by Ria Keburia (far left), Carmen Emanuela Popa (left), Tatyana Parfionova (center) , ZDDZ (right), and Dasha Gauser (far right)




17 years ago Russian Fashion Week was launched in 1999 (since then it's become Mercedes Benz Fashion Week Russia) and the designers are currently showcasing their Spring/Summer '17 collections in Moscow. Over the past 20 years Russian designers have been making names for themselves on the world stage getting recognition for their unique points of view and bold designs. The post-Soviet styles are unexpected, fresh and memorable and can be seen from October 13 - 17 during Mercedes Benz Fashion Week Russia. As #MBFWR is underway take a look back at 11 unforgettable collections from some of Russia's and Georgia's most talented designers.


Alena Akhmadullina

Set in a mythical underwater locale, Alena Akhmadullina's Spring/Summer 2016 collection proved that fashion is more than pretty dresses and expensive handbags but rather walking artwork. Inspired by Sadko, a medieval Russian epic and Hokusai's The Great Wave of Kanagawa, Akhmadulina transformed satin, denim, fur and chiffon to look almost otherworldly. The collection's dreamy color palette of soft aquamarines, sea foam greens and navy blues was complimented by a few unexpected pops of scarlet and lemon. The designer's ability to create waves and foam out of denim and fur is truly nothing short of ingenious. This collection's feminine silhouettes and wispy fabrics demonstrate the designer's forward-thinking perspective making it unforgettable.

Most unforgettable look: Akhmadullina brought Hokusai's Great Wave to life in the form of several vibrant dresses. The graphic waves crashing on the transparent fabric draped on the décolletage's of the models was duplicated on the hemline creating quite the illusion. Not since Yves Saint Laurent's Mondrian inspired collection has there been such a natural merging of art and fashion.

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Alena Akhmadullina Spring/Summer 2016 Runway. Images courtesy Alena Akhmadullina



Araida

Araida's Spring/Summer 2016 refined collection proves that simplicity is powerful and making a statement can be as easy as a baby blue jumpsuit over a white dress shirt. Though at first it might look conservative, (the models wore minimalist bonnets covering their hair) the collection was incredibly feminine with several striped patterns, long hemlines and dramatic capes. Araida made a great case for layering structured dresses with long sleeved shirts and white pants. What makes this collection unforgettable is the fresh combination of silhouettes and prints that are complex but also sensually mysterious.

Most unforgettable look: A stripped off the shoulder dress layered over a blouse with transparent sleeves and a cape attached created for an illusion of a garment. The simplicity of the model's headpieces and makeup enhanced the beauty of this ensemble as it represented the strongest aspects of this collection. Araida abolishes the "no horizontal lines" rule proving that using a graphic print of various blue hues mixed with blacks and greys can be extremely flattering.

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Araida Spring/Summer 2016 Runway. Images courtesy Araida




Carmen Emanuela Popa

Carmen Emanuela Popa's Spring/Summer 2014 collection brought to life a futuristic dream unlike any other. Lace, quilting, exposed skin and a few feathers for good measure added delicate accents to the more serious collection full of tight bodices and floor length skirts. A limited yet rich color palette alone was alluring yet was only intensified by the sleek choice of fabric. The sheen on the satin reflected by the lights added another dimension to the garments if not creating a new texture in itself. The futuristic collection lends itself to a dystopian future where women wear satin bonnets and carry massive clutches as though they are babies. While some looks had drastic cutouts and transparent skirts, others were the stark contrasts resembling a more conservative, almost Amish-esque ensembles.

Most unforgettable look: An off-white, body-hugging structure with side cutouts and tulle skirt that embodies a bridal Milla Jovovich in the Fifth Element sans the orange hair. Like the other looks, the model's head is covered in a cast-like padded headpiece but a lot more glamorous. Even though the garment is reminiscent of a protective sports piece, it's still feminine and makes one wonder who is she, where is she going and what is she doing?

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Carmen Emanuela Popa Spring/Summer 2014 Runway. Images courtesy Carmen Emanuela Popa




Contrfashion

Contradictory fashion is the basis of Contrfashion a group that enjoys the more unconventional side of design. Composed of several emerging designers, Contrfashion encourages playfulness, creativity and bold artistry within the many looks presented during this runway. The Spring/Summer 2015 collection had a mix of avant-garde and conceptual designs that could be seen in the underwater inspired looks from Olga Plenkina or the reinvented flower crown by Lilya Tymosh. This collection showcases the best of Russia's emerging designers who are not afraid of larger-than- life silhouettes and mixing varying fabrics.

Most unforgettable look: a shipwreck inspired ensemble reminiscent of McQueen in his prime. Created by designer Alisa Gagarina, the entire look is draped fantasy brought to life as the model was propped on stilts with sails attached above her. It's unexpected, bold and dramatic, a perfect representation of Russia's design potential.

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Contrfashion Spring/Summer 2015 Runway. Images courtesy Contrfashion




Dasha Gauser

As any Russian will proudly remind you, the periodic table of elements was in fact created by Dimitri Mendeleev though he probably didn't envision it becoming a fashion statement. This scientific development was the clear inspiration behind Dasha Gauser's nerdy-chic Fall/Winter 2016/2017 collection. The garments are playful as Gauser implements graphic patches, vibrant hues of lilac, yellow and orange offset by black and white chemical compound scribbles. There's no shortness of the periodic print as Gauser manages to showcase it on jackets, scooped-neck dresses and even socks. The looks were completed with the models wearing long black gloves, sneakers and chic protective glasses. The collection is overall more Ivy League chemistry professor than it is mad scientist but there's brilliant genius behind it nonetheless.

Most unforgettable look: Although it's hard to pick, (each garment is cleverly printed with the table) the standout is a white knee length dress and lilac coat. The dresses doodle pattern paired with the printed coat are the perfect embodiment of the designer's strengths. The entire collection is quirky and memorable the way a high school student wishes that science classes were.

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Dasha Gauser Fall/Winter 2016/2017 Runway. Images courtesy Dasha Gauser




Fyodor Golan

Designer duo Fyodor Golan's Fall/Winter 2013/2014 collection was a conceptual masterpiece that was equal parts art and fashion. Titled "Belle Du Jour" the looks presented were hypnotic and compelling showcasing what makes them a favorite with the likes of Lady Gaga and the Victoria & Albert Museum. The brand founded by Fyodor Podgorny and Golan Frydman is all about skillful manipulation of fabrics, painted prints and unexpected proportions. There is a harmonious balance between ready-to- wear and costume within this collection as the designers go from a floral dress with nude illusion mesh to a gold metallic happy face adorned look. There's an essence of Schiaparelli mixed with McQueen (who is listed as a previous employer) throughout the collection which at the end of the day is uniquely their own.

Most unforgettable look: A psychedelic strapless floral dress with swooping sides and a painted mask disguising the models appearance. The enigmatic painting of the mask is almost electric with a radiating blue that contrasts the deeper blue tones within the dress itself. Not only is the print of the dress enchanting but it manages to find its way off the garment and onto the models body as well. She is covered head-to- toe in the dainty flower motif that still feels fresh years later.

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Fyodor Golan Fall/Winter 2013/2014 Runway. Images courtesy Fyodor Golan




Ria Keburia

Ria Keburia's Fall 2015 collection is a fun and eerie post-contemporary costume party that tells quite a story as the designer is known to do. The Georgian Keburia has an eye for mixing fabrics and patterns wanting her clothes to "speak" to the audience and this collection, "Robbossanse", did just that. Asymmetric hemlines, heavy knits, intricate masks and romantic prints are some of the components of this compelling collection. Well-constructed padded garments create new silhouettes and shapes in deep jewel tones complimented by the Cloisonne Enamel jewelry of fellow Georgian designer Sopho Gongliashvili. The essence of the designer's work is storytelling as she looks to the past when clothing was associated with wealth but reimagined for today's minimalistic, tech-driven world.

Most unforgettable look: Within a collection full of powdered wigs, complex bejeweled masks and rich fabrics each look is an editor's dream. The one that encompasses the overall theme of the collection is a black velvet asymmetrical dress with pink quilted sides that open up to blue laced sleeves. It's the modern day version of Marie Antoinette at the costume party as the look is completed with a white powdered wig and animated mask.

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Ria Keburia Fall 2015 Runway. Photography by Alessandro Garofalo / Indigitalimages.com




RUBAN

The Fall/Winter 2014/2015 collection from design duo Julia and Alisa Ruban is nothing short of high end, well-constructed luxury. Though RUBAN was only established in 2010, the sisters have managed to attract a lot of attention and rightfully so. Playing up the female form with A-line dresses, soft ruffles and detachable peplums for extra volume, there was no shortage of silhouettes seen in this collection. The color scheme is soft and gentle with light pinks, an array of browns with deep lime in luxe fabrics as RUBAN is known to do. Hints of fur accented the pockets on a sublime green coat unexpectedly layered with another oversized grey bolero, perfect for those cold Russian winters. The added texture of tight ruffles created a voluminous effect in lieu of prints that was repeated in the form of headbands. This collection's bold femininity fused with modern designs is what makes for a memorable runway.

Most unforgettable look: In a collection with pale leather dresses, ruffled peplums and opulent hues each ensemble looks like it belongs in an editorial. However, the sparkled brown dress layered over a peach toned trumpet bottom makes for a striking combination. The oversized effect of the dress elongates the model and the ruffles give extra volume without weighing down the look. The color play increases the richness of the garments which normally wouldn't be paired together yet RUBAN proves why they should be.

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RUBAN Fall/Winter 2014/2015 Runway. Images courtesy RUBAN




Tatyana Parfionova

Children's doodles have never looked so high fashion. Tatyana Parfionova's Spring/Summer 2014 collection was more than a case of child's play; it was an innovative use of unconventional and playful prints. Pantsuits, dresses, quilted coats, gloves and a few swimsuits could be seen covered in colorful imagery out of the pages of a kindergartners sketchbook. The white garments were covered in vivid sketches of shoes, flowers, grinning ladies and even scissors giving a unique personalized touch. Once you get past the quirky prints its evident that the tailoring and execution of the garments are of the highest quality. While the collection was eye-catching to say the least, the most random aspect was on the models feet. Pairing socks with flip-flops is usually a look reserved for the time strapped running outside the house to pick up the mail, not to strut a runway. However, there's always a first for everything and breaking the rules is part of the fun.

Most unforgettable look: An oversized white coat with baggy pants and printed socks. The padded coats edges are thinly piped in red which is the inner lining peeking out. With everything being printed it's not hard to get lost in the joy of the bright colors that the designer implements. Parfionova does a great job at juxtaposing clean lines of her initially white garments with the messy, quick strokes of the colors that adorn them.

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Tatyana Parfionova Spring/Summer 2014 Runway. Images courtesy Tatyana Parfionova




Viva Vox

Oleg Evseev's Fall/Winter 2016/2017 collection for Viva Vox is dramatically elegant with rich hues and an almost poetic use of extravagant prints. Evseev has been with the brand since 2005 and drew inspiration from 1976's Slave of Love, a Russian classic, for this grand season. The collection had an array of various looks from an ombre speckled dichromatic coat in navy blue and lemon yellow with a loosely draped hood to a luxe jacquard printed one shoulder tea-length dress. There was no limit on prints and metallic tones appropriately paired with voluminous silhouettes and long hemlines. Evseev seems to enjoy playing around with pattern so much that it's not unusual to see a floor-length amethyst polka-dotted dress with a matching ruffled hood. What makes this collection memorable is the flawless femininity of each garment from its fabric choice to the impeccable execution, there's mystery and allure within each look.

Most unforgettable look: Nipped at the knees in a black and white floral pattern, a ruffled coat that's all volume on top creating the illusion of a hyper-feminine form. There are hints of lilac, blush and lime complimenting the thinly drawn flowers. This type of coat would be the dream of every It girl whether she's roaming the streets of St. Petersburg today or was frequenting Parisian café's in the 60's, it's timeless.

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Viva Vox Fall/Winter 2016/2017 Runway. Images courtesy Viva Vox




ZDDZ

The dark, urban streetwear Spring/Summer 2016 collection from ZDDZ is a perfect representation of Russia's youth using fashion to pull away from expected traditions. The designer behind the brand, Dasha Selyanova, uses graphic design, military uniforms and construction motifs as inspiration for her ready-to- wear collection. Shredded edges, ripped fishnets and chains for belts send a strong message of awareness on social and political issues. It's the post-punk look of Russia's underground youth with their defiant attitudes and intimidating use of eyeliner. For this collection ZDDZ pushes the limit by labeling the shirts "Anxiety", "Depression" and "Insecurity", addressing mental health issues without the stigma. Some pieces could pass for old psychiatric ward uniforms, witty symbolism that resonates in today' social climate. Much of the collection used dark tones of black, navy and red offset by a few white or pale blush pieces. The show itself was also a non-conforming way of doing a presentation with models cast through Instagram and soundtrack written by rising Russian musician Zhenechka Bazarov.

Most unforgettable look: A low-rise pair of dark unisex slacks, ripped denim crop top layered with a Soviet red blazer was the most unforgettable look from a strong collection. The model had "Never Again" written on her hipbones that were seen in the cutouts of a pair of high-waisted tights. The ensemble was finished off with suggestive black facial and body markings and a black choker with the motto "Help Yourself" printed in white. It's striking and symbolic proving fashion's ability to be a tool for social change.

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ZDDZ Spring/Summer 2016 collection. Photography by Yannis Vlamos / Indigitalimages.com

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Man Flaunts Luscious Lips Thanks To Pair Of Wasp Stings

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Want those luscious lips but not trying to spend your hard-earned cash on fancy treatments?


“Here’s an easy tip, just have two wasps sting you,” Texas man Jose Rivas explains in a video he posted to Facebook this month. “Boom boom.”


Rivas said he was reaching for his keys when he disturbed a yellow jacket nest, leaving him with a pair of stings on the lips and one behind his ear.


Not good! His top lip looks more like a duckbill. But at least he had some fun with it.


“Kim Kardashian and them be lookin’ at you for lips for days,” he says. “Can’t handle all this.”

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This DIY Skull Makeup Is Way Easier Than It Looks

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As much as we’d like to fancy ourselves Halloween pros, little things like life always seem to get in the way of our grandest costume fantasies. 


With the days counting down to All Hallows’ Eve, you may not be panicking just yet about what to wear to that costume party. But come Oct. 30, you will be.


Fear not, procrastinating party people, celebrity makeup artist Kari Bauce has got you covered. Using just a couple of Ben Nye creme colors, a brush or cotton swabs, and a couple of minutes, you can achieve a skeleton makeup look that is equal parts simple and spooky.


The secret to this impressive looking masterpiece is in the mouth. The stitched look, which is accomplished in just a few drawn lines, is way simpler ― and cooler ― than trying to draw teeth.


Find out how to achieve the entire look yourself above.


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Scott Eastwood Channels His Dad's Most Iconic Film Role For His Halloween Costume

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What do you do when you’re out of original Halloween costume ideas and your father is a famous A-list actor and director? If you’re Scott Eastwood, you dress up as dear old dad.


The 30-year-old actor channeled his dad Clint Eastwood’s iconic The Man With No Name character for Seth Rogen’s Hilarity For Charity Halloween Variety Show over the weekend. Given his spot-on attire (and good genes), he couldn’t help but nail the look. 






The actor told E! news his getup for Rogen’s event came together at the last second, admitting, “I hadn’t thought about it before I was told it was a costume party and I said, ‘Well s**t, Halloween came early.” 


When asked if his 86-year-old father had seen the costume yet, Scott told the outlet, “I sent him a picture. I haven’t heard back; he doesn’t do a lot of texting.” 


Seems reasonable! We’re sure when Clint sees the look, even he’ll be shocked at how much his son looks like him: 





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Bella Thorne Unleashes Her Inner Screen Siren In Sultry Playboy Debut

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Bella Thorne can now add “Playboy model” to her resume. 


The redheaded actress, who’s unabashedly open about her sexuality, made her debut in the gentleman’s magazine with a series of sultry photos. In one image, she wears a silk bomber jacket embroidered with “Bowie” on the back; in another, she channels an old-Hollywood screen siren in a red satin dress.


And, of course, this wouldn’t be a Playboy shoot without at least one braless shot. You can check out some of the photos, all shot by Chloe Aftel, in the video above.


Thorne spoke to the magazine about staying true to herself ― she recently came out as bisexual ― in spite of other people’s opinions. 


“People often don’t want to get to know the real you; they only want to get to know the person they think you are,” she said. “For me, that means people are constantly trying to change me, every second of the day, especially on social media.”


“People like to comment on how my image is too edgy, that I’m too edgy, and on how they wish I looked. It’s a lot of ‘do this, don’t do that,’” the 19-year-old added. “To them I say, fuck off.”


Finally, the actress admitted what you already know if you’ve seen her Instagram posts: She’s not afraid to show off her skin.


“If you’re confident enough to show off your body, you should,” she said. “Be confident. It can be difficult to get yourself to focus on you all the time, especially when you’re trying to transition into who you really are, but I’m not going to change for anybody else. I love staying true to me.”


You can head over to Playboy to see more of Thorne’s photos or pick up a copy of the issue when it hits newsstands on Oct. 25.

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Help The American History Museum Save Dorothy's Ruby Slippers

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As one of the most popular attractions at the National Museum of American History, the iconic ruby-red slippers from “The Wizard of Oz” have entranced visitors for nearly 80 years. 


Unfortunately, the glittery shoes have lost a bit of their shine since the film’s debut in 1939, and they’re now slowly deteriorating.


To prevent them from totally falling apart, the National Museum of American History has launched a Kickstarter campaign ― and a hashtag, #KeepThemRuby ― to keep the movie’s magic alive. The museum is looking to raise $300,000 to conserve the shoes and build a state-of-the-art display case to protect them from the elements.



Richard Barden, the museum’s preservation services manager, told a local ABC News affiliate that the slippers incorporate “at least 12 different materials” from cotton to steel. With his team, Barden plans to use a “specialized vacuum on each and every sequin” to bring the shoes back to their original glory. 



The campaign went live at 12 a.m. Monday morning and has raised just over $40,000 as of this posting. Starting at $10, campaign donors can snag goodies like tote bags, T-shirts and even replica ruby slippers ― though you’ll have to shell out a $7,000 donation for those.


This isn’t the first time the museum took to the internet to raise funds. In July of last year, it launched a similar campaign to conserve astronaut Neil Armstrong’s spacesuit.



Click your heels twice, friends, and throw this piece of history a dollar! Head over to the museum’s Kickstarter campaign here.


 






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This Is Not Your Typical Sweatshirt

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This article is part of HuffPost’s “Reclaim” campaign, an ongoing project spotlighting the world’s waste crisis and how we can begin to solve it.


Tom Cridland’s famous sweatshirts don’t look all that special. The basic crewnecks come in a range of solid colors and retail for close to $100. Their price even seems a little steep, until you realize that the products are guaranteed to last 30 years.


At least, that’s what their 25-year-old designer says. Cridland, whose eponymous clothing company specializes in high-quality garments, promises the brand will repair damaged items or replace them if they’re beyond fixing.


Cridland, a London native, began selling his 30-Year Sweatshirt last year and now also offers T-shirts and jackets with the same lengthy guarantee.


In an industry that’s become dominated by retailers selling cheaply made, affordable garments, Cridland’s plainly designed, ethically manufactured sweatshirt seems something of an anachronism, harkening back to a time when clothes were maintained and mended, not thrown away and replaced each season. 


Is Cridland pioneering a business model that could one day slay H&M and Zara, the Goliaths of fast fashion? Or is the 30-year promise an empty, if well-meaning, one? Like many issues around building an environmentally sustainable business, the answer is complicated.



Cridland has garnered lots of attention because of the rich, famous actors and rock stars who wear his clothes. But the key to lasting success for his brand may be to make the average shopper care about the environmental impact of their clothes. 


Tasha Lewis, an assistant professor of fashion design management at Cornell University, thinks Cridland’s idea is a noble and necessary one.


“I don’t know that I see it as a gimmick, I see it as sending a message,” Lewis said. “Celebrities are wearing it, and they’re sending a message to say, ‘I care what happens with clothing.’ He’s bringing attention to the issue in a very fashionable way.” 


Indeed, the Tom Cridland company’s effort seems to have arrived at the right time. 


The average American tosses out 70 pounds of clothing and other textiles per year, the equivalent in weight to more than 200 men’s T-shirts. The U.S. alone produced 15.1 million tons of textile waste in 2013, about 85 percent of which ended up in landfills, according to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. Once there, the decomposing garments add to the greenhouse gas emissions causing the planet to warm to catastrophic levels.



However, in an age when we’re taught to think of clothing as inexpensive, disposable items, a concept like Cridland’s might be hard to swallow.


Before tax and shipping, his sweatshirts are priced at roughly $85 each, the tees at more than $40 and the jacket, depending on the style, can run over $300. He also sells a line of men’s trousers that don’t come with a 30-year guarantee but do sell for more than what you’d expect to find in a popular, affordable retailer.


Considering that Cridland’s clothes are hand-stitched by a family-run business of seamstresses in Portugal, those prices are relatively affordable. And that’s partly because he sells his goods online only. (Space on a data server is almost always cheaper than paying a brick-and-mortar outlet’s rent, retail employee wages and electricity bills.) 


Still, Tom Cridland-brand clothing is pricy compared to H&M, where a man can get a T-shirt for $5.99, a sweatshirt for $14.99 and an Oxford-weave blazer for just $49.99.


With the average American buying about 64 new items of clothing per year ― in part because the cheaper stuff simply doesn’t stand the test of time or more than a few rinse cycles ― spending a little more for something that lasts could save money over time since, in theory, you’d need to shop less frequently.


“It’s more expensive to produce, but it ends up saving money in the long run,” Cridland said of his products. “They look better, they save money, but the byproduct is they’re being sustainable because they’re not contributing to the needless cycle of waste.”



It helps that Cridland’s business says it will replace a 30-Year item if the owner destroys it. And there are other high-end garment makers with this kind of guarantee. 


Patagonia, the California-based upscale outdoor gear and apparel maker, has long offered lifetime repairs on its clothes. The fashion brand Eileen Fisher also repairs damaged clothing or offers to reimburse its customers when they pay for their own tailors to sew a hole or replace a button. Cabot Hosiery Mills launched Darn Tough Vermont, the sock brand beloved by hikers, 11 years ago with a lifetime guarantee; it now sells nearly 5 million pairs per year.


“The concept of making something well that lasts isn’t a particularly new one,” Sass Brown, an interim dean at New York’s Fashion Institute of Technology who has written extensively on sustainable fashion, told HuffPost. “But it’s a good concept, and it’s one that is absolutely worthwhile.”


Tom Cridland has a long way to go to become profitable, though. The company sold about $849,000 worth of clothes in the last two years. That’s not a terrible start for a bootstrapped firm with only two full-time employees: Cridland and his longtime girlfriend and business partner, Deborah Marx. (Cridland says the pair plan to hire their first employee soon; the seamstresses work on a contract).


For comparison, H&M earned $562 million in profit during its third quarter this year alone.


As fashion sustainability creeps into the mainstream, Cridland could find a bigger market to tap. Privately-held Patagonia, for instance, has doubled its revenue since 2010 to $800 million, according to Bloomberg.


Like Patagonia, Cridland could continue to roll out more long-term insured items. By doing so, he might be able to entice people who bought his other 30-Year products. Over the years, those people could potentially acquire a bunch of Cridland’s garments.


“What some companies have done in the past is you help a customer build a wardrobe over time,” said Lewis, the assistant professor at Cornell. “Sort of like, ‘I know you bought this last year, but this goes with something I made this year’ ― so you kind of get into a timeless wardrobe-building relationship.”


That seems to be Cridland’s plan.


For now, the company only sells menswear, which could be a major boon. Men in the U.S. ― by far the world’s largest fashion market ― spend on average $10 more on clothes per month than women, according to a survey released earlier this year by Boutique @ Ogilvy, a fashion public relations firm. Menswear is expected to grow by 8.3 percent into a $110.3 billion market ― nearly twice the rate of womenswear.


An online-only seller like Cridland may be best positioned to tap that growth: In 2012, men outspent women in online shopping by 20 to 30 percent, according to Slate


It’s also important to remember that, if the fashion business wants to shed its reputation for rivaling the oil industry as one of the world’s biggest polluters, it’ll need a patchwork of solutions. Efforts like Cridlands are a step in the right direction, albeit a tiny step.


“Will it solve fast fashion and the ethical issues with clothing and the textile industry? No, it won’t, but no one thing will do that anyway,” Brown said. “It requires a multitude of different perspectives and different answers. No single thing can solve the myriad problems we have in our industry.”



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Constellation Piercings Will Make Your Ears Shine Bright Like Stars

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Celebrity piercer extraordinaire Brian Keith Thompson is reaching for the stars with the latest trend, constellation piercings. Instead of sticking to symmetry, why not spice up your ears with a more abstract, constellation-inspired look? 


For those who are hesitant, this guy pierced Beyoncé’s sacred lobes, so he knows what he’s doing. And that’s just one of the many celebrity ears he has graced with his artful piercing talents.


One of the most appealing aspects of constellation piercings is that it can all be done on your lobes. So for those of you who aren’t big fans of cartilage piercings, this could be a stylish alternative.


What are you waiting for? Check out the photos below for inspiration. 



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'Wow, I Love Your Hair!' : A Curly Top’s Hair Care Secrets

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As a curly top with a long mane, I am stopped every day with the praise “Wow, I love your hair.” As a kid I hated my knotty mop top. The girls with the silky straight hair always got the good attention while I received glares and comments about my mess of curls. Well now I embrace what is me and have learned to love my hair and welcome all of the great commentary about what was once the bane of my existence.



Hair Care Secrets and Rules


People ask me how I take care of my hair and I am pleased to share my own hair care secrets with the world. The first step is to embrace what is yours and then learn how to take care and nourish it. The most important thing to remember when caring for curly and any dry hair is that it easily breaks at the ends ― yes, this is why it seems like you can never get it to grow long no matter how hard you try.


Caring for a beautiful head of hair means taking extra concern to prevent breakage. From how to wash to how to handle, it is important to know the easy hair care dos. Follow some simple advice to get the hair flowing long and luxurious in order to love your hair.


1. No Everyday Washing


Say no to washing every day or even every other day. Curly hair tends to be dry so washing too often will deplete it of nutrients and just dry it out even more. I wash my hair about twice a week.


2. Condition, Condition, Condition


Hair care requires hair conditioning. Apply conditioner both before and after shampoo. Shampooing the ends of hair will ultimately cause more drying so before applying the shampoo put conditioner on the dry ends to leave it on while shampooing. Only apply the shampoo to the crown and nape of neck without touching the ends – these are really the only places where the hair is dirty unless aggressively working out or working in a dusty environment. Rinse out the hair and then apply a heavy amount of conditioner from roots to ends. Use a wide tooth comb to comb through the conditioner and rinse out.


3. No Rough Stuff


Never terry towel dry hair, especially fragile curly hair. Bath towels may feel fluffy and comforting but can harm the hair when using them to get the wetness out. Instead take a few sheets of paper toweling and gently use them to squeeze excess water from your hair.


4. Less is More


Do not use a lot of product, this will only weigh down your curls. Clear aloe vera gel is the key to keeping curls and dry ends looking their best and in check. Make sure that what you buy is pure and clear with no added ingredients, especially alcohol. Take a small bit of gel and apply to wet ends and to hairs around forehead. This is the miracle worker that helps prevent the dreaded breakage. Then shake out the wet locks and pouf them up a bit to let dry. If you must use a hair care product, then place a light hair mousse on wet head just enough to comb through from the roots to the ends.


5. Never Enough Love


Dry and fluff, and add a bit more love to the ends. As the hair is drying keep fluffing it up with your fingers. Dread heading out with a wet head, then blow drying is okay just don’t leave the heat on one spot. Fluff with one hand while drying with the other. Take blow dry breaks and add a bit of water and aloe to the ends to keep them from drying out. Once the roots are dry shake out your locks. Use a wide tooth comb for any styling, and to prevent breakage never comb out dry ends without first wetting.


6. Lullaby for the Hair


Take care to prepare hair for bedtime. Braid hair, or pull up shorter hair into a ponytail on top of head. This will keep it from knotting up when sleeping. Put aloe vera on the ends and comb through for extra nourishment. In the morning let your hair free! Shake it out and freshen it up with a bit of water and more aloe gel. Comb the ends gently to get knots out but only while using water to save the curly tips from breaking.


7. Keep the Cut Dry


The big reason for trimming curly hair is to get rid of the split ends and prevent more breakage. As soon as curly hair is wet, split ends disappear thus making it a guessing act as to where to cut. This can result in too much trimmed hair making it especially frustrating for those looking to grow out their hair. Make sure to go to a hair stylist who specializes in a specific curly dry cut like a Deva cut. For a proper hair care cut hair should be washed after cutting.


8. Color it Gentle


Keep the coloring as gentle as possible. There are many products that are more natural based formulas that will not be as harsh on your hair. After coloring is complete be generous with the aloe vera gel applied to the ends and delicate forehead hair.


9. Aloe Vera Gel is Your BFF


Welcome aloe vera gel as your very best friend forever. For fly aways and extra dry days just take a little gel and mix with water in your hands to wipe gently on top of your hair to keep it in place. Too much aloe will not hurt or add crunch like chemical filled hair products do. Keep the ends moist using aloe with water. Aloe vera gel is great for drenching the skin as well.


Take pride in your hair and pass on your own hair care secrets as they evolve. Everyone’s hair is unique and should be cared for as if a piece of art that is carefully sculpted. There are no bad hair days just ones that you can make better hair days out of. Never be afraid to dance!

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Here's Everything You Need To Be A Mermaid This Halloween

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Want to get wet and wild this Halloween? Go as a mermaid!







We promise it’s a lot easier than you think. Whether you’re down to DIY or just buy, here’s some mermaid inspiration to get you started.


Let’s work from the top down.


1. Get sea-worthy locks.











If you don’t want to drop stacks at the salon to get multicolored waves likes these, this list of DIY dying tips is pretty clutch. Another solid option is getting colored extensions or a gorgeous wig like this one ― both are much more noncommittal and can be used whenever the need to be a mermaid strikes again!


2. Be shell-fish and crown yourself.









You totally don’t need a crown to be a mermaid, but a mermaid crown definitely adds a certain je ne sais quoi. Etsy has a massive catalog of crowns to choose from, though we sort of love the individuality of making your own. This tutorial is quite lovely.


3. Turn your face into mermaid magic.







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Doing your face up mermaid-style looks different for everyone. Some of you want to go full-fledged water nymph, while others may want just a splash of nautical whimsy. For those who want to be fully immersed in the water world, here are some intense makeup tutorials for your perusal. For a more subdued mermaid look, check out these looks.


4. Make your non-tailed half shine like a pearl.





Dusting some highlighter or illuminators on your clavicle, shoulders and cheekbones will give you that just-emerged-from-the-waves glisten. The tutorial above uses the Anastasia Glow Kit, but other solid options for lighting yourself up are the Tom Ford Shimmer Shot and Jeffree Star Skin Frost.


5. Put on your finest shell bra (or top).









 We live in a modern era. Mermaids don’t have to wear just shell bras. They can wear T-shirts too! You can snag shell tees on Etsy or make your own with this. If you want to buy a bra, you can find some here and here. If you’re down to grab a glue gun and get down to it, these two tutorials are dope.


6. Grab a flippin’ tail.




Ok, so this part of becoming a mermaid is sort of integral. But luckily, you have lots of options. If you don’t feel like dealing with the hassle of needles and thread, you can straight up buy a tail here, here and here. You can also forgo the full tail entirely and rock a shiny mermaid-esque skirt instead. For the craftier mermaids out there, these tutorials are the best we’ve seen.


Now swim along, mer-friends! 


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Vogue Backs Hillary Clinton In Its First Presidential Endorsement Ever

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Vogue endorsed Hillary Clinton for president, becoming the latest publication to speak out on the 2016 race


The fashion magazine has never endorsed a candidate before. But in an editorial published Tuesday, the magazine’s editors said they broke tradition due to the “profound stakes” of Donald Trump’s candidacy.


“Vogue has no history of political endorsements,” reads the editorial. “Editors in chief have made their opinions known from time to time, but the magazine has never spoken in an election with a single voice. Given the profound stakes of this one, and the history that stands to be made, we feel that should change.”


The editorial continues, “We understand that Clinton has not always been a perfect candidate, yet her fierce intelligence and considerable experience are reflected in policies and positions that are clear, sound, and hopeful.”



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The editors cite support for Clinton’s positions on immigration, LGBT rights, health care and women’s rights, as well as the historic prospect of electing the first female president.


“It has taken nearly a century to bring us to the brink of a woman leading our country for the first time,” they write. “Let’s put this election behind us and become the America we want to be: optimistic, forward-looking, and modern.”


As the editors note, the endorsement is unlikely to surprise many people. Anna Wintour, Vogue’s editor-in-chief, hosted fundraisers for President Barack Obama and has reportedly consulted Clinton on her campaign trail fashion.


But that Vogue, best known for its couture fashion spreads and glossy advertisements, decided to wade into the 2016 fray says a lot about the stakes of this election. 


Several other publications have made similarly tradition-breaking endorsements this cycle. Wired also backed Clinton in its first-ever presidential endorsement, making the case against Trump’s “dark and atavistic” vision for America. (Wired and Vogue are both owned by Condé Nast.) Foreign Policy also made its first endorsement in its 50-year history to support Clinton, while The Atlantic’s recommendation on behalf of the Democratic nominee marked its third-ever endorsement. 


It’s also been a historic election cycle for newspapers. USA Today took a side for the first time ever to endorse voting against Trump. And many papers, including the Arizona Republic and the Cincinnati Enquirer, have bucked decades-long traditions of backing Republican candidates in favor of supporting Clinton.


Trump, meanwhile, has received endorsements from two daily newspapers.


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We Have Mixed Feelings About This Bold Look From The Duchess Of Cambridge

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Every time we think we’ve got the Duchess of Cambridge’s signature style down to a science, she goes and pulls a fast one on us.


Surprises include sheer gowns, sun dresses in cold temperatures and now, this: a very large, very bold floral print on white from Alexander McQueen. 






While she’s a longtime fan of Alexander McQueen and has an undeniable affinity for prints, we’d sooner picture the former Kate Middleton wearing solid repeat dresses or a pretty statement coat than something that looks so downright daring. 


Kate wore the dress to meet Olympians and Paralympians at Buckingham Palace in London Tuesday night alongside Prince William, Prince Harry and Queen Elizabeth II. The queen also diverged from the norm in what appears to be a shiny (!) teal outfit. Will wonders never cease! 






Kate’s printed dress is available in a sleeveless, open-back version at Saks Fifth Avenue for $3,075. And it, by the way, would have been even cooler to see on. Just saying. 


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Tallulah Willis Posts Topless Photo On Instagram, Nipple Ban Be Damned

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Looks like Tallulah Willis is a proud supporter of the #FreeTheNipple movement. 


The 22-year-old daughter of Demi Moore and Bruce Willis shared a topless photo on Instagram Monday, and it might be one of her raciest photos yet. In the shot, which was taken by photographer Tyler Shields, Willis is seen lounging topless on a golden chair, arms over he head as she smokes a cigarette. 


“@thetylershields took this for his new book! I love him! I love this! Bloobs shouldn’t have to be hidden but ¯\_(ツ)_/¯,” Willis captioned the photo. 



@thetylershields took this for his new book! I love him! I love this! Bloobs shouldn't have to be hidden but ¯\_(ツ)_/¯ #Provocateur

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The image is part of Shields’ new photography book Provocateurwhich is currently available for pre-order on Amazon. 


Shields also shared the photo on his Instagram account, writing, “To be fearless takes some people a life time and some people never really feel it @buuski has reached a new level.” 


Scout Willis would be so proud.

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Black Ballerina Shares Inspiring Message About Being Yourself In Puma Ad

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"Wake up and be better than yesterday" #DoYou #PumaWomen @puma @pumawomen

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Olivia Boisson, who in 2012 became the first black woman in over a decade to join the New York City Ballet, is the star of an inspiring new ad campaign for Puma. 


The 24-year-old ballerina appears in a 30-second spot posted to Instagram by Puma on Oct. 14, which features her dancing and rehearsing on the streets of New York City. Throughout the video, Boisson shares words of wisdom for every person who wants to be successful:


“To be successful in anything, you have to be confident in yourself,” Boisson says.


“We all have days where we don’t feel like we’re good enough. Something terrible happens or you fall or you mess up a step. You need to find a way to keep yourself up. You have to wake up and be better than yesterday. You’re going to be the best at whatever you’re doing. By being yourself. Never do anybody else. Do you.” 


Watch the full spot above. 

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The Simple Way Instagram Is Combating Self-Harm And Body Image Issues

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Got that "loving myself regardless of societies high standards" glow #perfectlyme

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Instagram’s safe spaces just got a little safer.


#PerfectlyMe, a new Instagram initiative launched on Monday in partnership with Seventeen Magazine, celebrates the strength and diversity of communities that have formed on the platform since 2010.


Instagram (along with other social media platforms, like Tumblr and Twitter) has become a space for both organized and individual self-expression. Communities that focus on issues like body image, eating disorder awareness and mental health have flourished on the platform. Now Instagram wants to keep these spaces intact (and arguably make them even more meaningful and effective) by identifying people who need help beyond a positive hashtag.


The platform has created new tools to identify such users and connect them with the appropriate resources. For example, Instagram is launching a support button, which will pop up when a user searchers hashtags or terms that are associated with self-harm. If a user indicates that they need further support, she or he will be connected to specific helplines, tip pages and even other friends on Instagram.



Growing up, Jody Heakes (@jdoday) was frequently bullied about her weight. “I remember (now cringingly), in middle school dumbing myself down, pretending not to know things, because I’d decided that I would much rather be labeled as ‘the stupid girl’ than ‘the fat girl,’” says the 21-year-old. “Today, I pride myself on being a thoughtful and intelligent woman.” Jody was interested in photography, but it wasn’t until she graduated from high school that her mother encouraged her to model. “I was always behind the camera, never in front,” Jody says. “Switching roles and seeing photos of myself made me realize that I wasn’t as unattractive as I felt.” Her participation in the body-positive movement online feels like an extension of her studies at the University of Toronto — she’s a fourth-year student in history and equity studies. “I strongly believe that representation matters, and not only representation of different body types, but different ethnicities, ages and abilities,” Jody says. “Confidence comes with time. It has taken me over five years to reach the level of acceptance with myself that I have now. I can only imagine how much better I’ll feel five years from now.” Who or what inspires you to feel #PerfectlyMe? This month, we’ve teamed up with @seventeen to celebrate people who are redefining body standards and inspiring confidence on Instagram. Use the hashtag to share your story. Photo by @jdoday

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If users search terms related directly to self-harm or suicide, they will be redirected to a help page. Additionally, if a friend notices a concerning post, they can anonymously report it to Instagram. The person who posted the flagged content will receive this message: “Someone saw one of your posts and thinks you might be going through a difficult time. If you need support, we’d like to help.” That user can then choose to be directed to a help page or “skip” the message. 


Instagram will have teams working 24 hours a day to review these reports in order to prioritize and respond as quickly as possible.


Below is what a user will see if a friend flags a posts as concerning.



Below is what a user will see if she/he searches a hashtag or term related to self-harm.



In addition to launching these tools, as part of their partnership with Seventeen, Instagram hopes to actively promote positive body image and self-love using the hashtag #PerfectlyMe. Users can post photos of themselves with the hashtag to show their support for body positivity and self-confidence.


COO of Instagram, Marne Levine, explained to The Huffington Post why this initiative is so important to young women specifically.


“Young women and teens, especially, have so many incredible stories to tell,” she said. “We want to make it easier for them to do that and to build a platform where they are surrounded by a community that celebrates and supports them.”


Levine added that keeping the platform ― and the communities that have formed on it ― safe and positive is one of the most important goals for Instagram. 


“Instagram is where people go to tell their visual stories,” Levine said. “It is important that they feel safe and comfortable and have control over what they share. When people are able to be open and honest, they can find incredible communities of support on the platform.”


Scroll below to see a few #PerfectlyMe images.


















Head over to Instagram to see more images from the #PerfectlyMe hashtag.


If you’re struggling with an eating disorder, call the National Eating Disorder Association hotline at 1-800-931-2237.

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