Growing up on a lake meant living in a bikini from sunrise to sunset all summer long. That kind of upbringing turns you into a swimwear expert by default—or at least, that’s what my friends and family would say. As the go-to bikini guru in my circle, I’ve made it my mission to find the best, most flattering, and on-trend bikinis ahead of every warm-weather season or trip. Because at the end of the day, my happiest place is by the water, and looking good while I’m there is just part of the fun.
Best friends can arrive at any time in life, but there has to be a willingness to put in the effort. Download the app, book the event, talk to the person next to you. Moving to Amsterdam at the age of 29 meant Refinery29’s Claire Porter, now 32, had to build an entirely new social circle. Porter downloaded the Bumble BFF app and connected with another woman in the city, locking in brunch plans. “We immediately clicked, discussing common interests like fashion, pop culture and heartbreaks caused by Scandinavian men,” she says. “Our first ‘date’ went so well we wanted to extend it and decided to go to a cinema nearby, and within a couple of weeks were hanging out regularly.” It didn’t take long for the friendship to build and become close. Today they’re long distance friends who keep regularly in touch. Porter says this friendship makes them both feel comfortable being themselves, but that it’s also changed her as a person. “My adulthood friendships have been an opportunity to break old habits that may have been encouraged by childhood friends, but also an opportunity to try new things.”
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Fashion Week introduces trends for the season to come, but it also keeps us firmly rooted in the current moment through street style. What people wear while skipping from one show to the next is often just as inspiring as anything you’ll see walking down the runway — if not more so.
Date: Wednesday, March 12
Think of this as a more refined take on your favorite lip gloss. Ginger root extract and menthol crystals lend a subtle plumping effect with just a hint of tingle, while the luscious, high-shine finish boosts lips. The best part? The non-sticky, ultra-hydrating formula is bursting with conditioning ingredients like shea butter and coconut oil.
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Being comfortable in your own shoes never goes out of style, so investing in a top-tier sneaker collection is always a smart idea. When it comes to picking out the best sneakers, we look for a few key elements: good sneaker design, quality materials, and the perfect fit — because who wants to be uncomfortable? Our editors test out so many different types of shoes to provide you with the best product recommendations, and we boast a particular expertise on sneakers (call us sneakerheads, if you will).
