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How do you redirect the impulse to do things for your kids that they can do themselves?It’s such a process—first of self-awareness and understanding when you’re jumping in to solve someone else’s problems even when they should do it, and then realizing that your over-functioning causes deficits in other people’s skill development. I’m not just talking about my kids; I’m talking about my parents and my sibling and everyone in my life. I had over-functioned on every front, and once I pulled back and recognized the impulse to jump in and help, which happens to me a thousand times a…

We all know that French girls have that special je ne sais quoi (so much so that it’s inspired countless essays on this very site). When it comes to their hair, the style is nonchalant—and yet, somehow also skillfully cultivated. It’s hair that’s air-dries, falls just right, and retains that slightly tousled movement that gives no hint of effort or styling. So how exactly do Jeanne Damas, Brigitte Bardot, Jane Birkin, and more do it?Hairstylist and French girl herself Daphné Narcy has an idea: It all starts how you wash your hair. “You may be damaging your hair without even…

After joining a call with Vogue Business, ahead of Elf Beauty’s Q2 earnings, it’s not long before CEO Tarang Amin mentions that this quarter marks the company’s 31st consecutive quarter of net sales growth.For Q2 2027, net sales rose 51% to $520.8 million, bolstered by retailer and e-commerce channels across the US and the globe. Gross margin grew 160 basis points to 71%, and adjusted EBITDA reached $123.4 million, up 86% year on year. The company, which comprises Elf, Rhode, Naturium and Well People, also updated its guidance for fiscal 2027, predicting net sales of $2 billion, up from $1.9…

As a designer mainly based in Los Angeles, Jonathan Simkhai can’t help but be influenced by the California coast: It’s in his fashion DNA. But if you think that means board shorts and flip-flops, think again. His pre-fall menswear fuses a free-spirited West Coast sensibility with a little more refinement—alternating between structure and ease. “We started with our great wardrobe heroes, and really played with color and fit,” he said.Simkhai has been steadily building his menswear business these past few seasons, and his new assortment continued its focus on easy sportswear. Classic red polo sweaters were given sailor collars, and…

The simple tee has had many standout moments this year, for starters. Take Zendaya, who rocked a vintage $35 Spider-Man T-shirt earlier this year while promoting her latest installment in the franchise. Wearing it as a dress and pairing it with a pointy white Louboutin pump? Instant fashion serve. Further back in 1999, Liv Tyler and Stella McCartney also both hit the Met Gala in matching “Rock Royalty” tees—turning the simple graphic top into a bold, cheeky statement. You can get abstract with it, too: Charli XCX’s 2024 Met Gala gown, by Marni, was made of patchworked T-shirts.Jeans, too, have…

Frequently asked questionsWhat are the best types of eyebrow dye for sparse brows?For those with thinner or sparse brows, Healy prefers dyes that lightly stain the skin beneath the brows as well as the brow hairs. “That subtle skin tint helps fill in gaps and creates the illusion of density without having to rely solely on makeup afterwards,” he says. Augustoni agrees: “Adding color will always help to enhance a sparse brow.”Should eyebrows be lighter or darker than hair?It depends on personal preference. Generally, brows should be slightly lighter than very dark hair and slightly darker than very light hair.…

Frequently Asked QuestionsDoes brightening body wash work?Yes, brightening body wash is effective, says Dr. Zalka. They “help dislodge and slough off the topmost layer of skin cells,” to reveal skin that feels smoother, with a more reflective surface, “giving the appearance and feel of a more polished skin surface,” she adds. As always, don’t forget to apply your favorite body lotion post-exfoliation to replenish any lost moisture and keep skin feeling comfortable.What are the best body wash ingredients to address hyperpigmentation?If you’re dealing with post-acne scars, sun spots, or a lingering mark from an eczema flare, a brightening body wash…

November officially marks Native Heritage Month, and while it’s always a great time to support Indigenous art, there’s no time like the present to honor the unique culture, traditions, and beauty found within North America’s Indigenous communities.After all, these days, Indigenous ingenuity and craftsmanship expresses itself across all sorts of fashion and beauty categories. Amongst the cool, modern pieces you can find on the market today? Consider a graphic cardigan sweater from Cree designer Justin Jacob Louis, which was recently worn by Hudson Williams. Or there’s a graphic wrap top from Tlingit, Haida, and Squamish designer Pamela Baker, and a…

While I personally always had my doubts about the death of nail art, I must admit: For awhile, things seemed a little touch-and-go. Over the last several months, everywhere I looked — red carpets, social feeds, the fingertips of well-appointed friends and colleagues — the manicures seemed to be getting shorter and more neutral. That was to be expected; after all, trends come and go by definition. But that never stopped my yearning for the return of bold finishes and dazzling accents — especially for the dreary cold months. And it’s looking like my wishes might come true: the manicures…

In January 2025, a devastating fire broke out at Ghana’s Kantamanto Market, burning around 60% of the market to ashes and wiping out thousands of livelihoods in the process. It wasn’t the first fire at Kantamanto Market, and it might not be the last.One of the world’s largest circular fashion ecosystems, Kantamanto Market is a vibrant tangle of upcyclers, secondhand retailers, and other market traders, bursting with creativity. But it’s also an informal economy with limited guardrails around safety. Food is prepared on open fires right next door to where highly flammable, polyester textile waste is sorted, all the while…