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Key Takeaways Naomi Watts famous blonde bob was transformed into a brunette lob for her role in American Love Story.The actress is playing Jackie Kennedy in the upcoming show, hence the voluminous medium brown hairstyle. After all the drama that befell the formerly brunette Sarah Pidgeon when she showed off her not-so-Carolyn-Bessette-Kennedy-blonde hair color this summer, I’m sure the producers of American Love Story were anxious about Naomi Watts’ own dye job. A nice brunette is probably easier to tackle than that specific cool girl white blonde, but it still needed to be perfect. This is Jackie Kennedy brunette we’re…

How much attention have you paid to your nail file? For most people, the answer is “not much.” Often, a nail file is considered a basic necessity, something stashed in your bathroom cabinet or handbag (which makes it impossible to find when you break a nail). Files now come in a wide variety of options, ranging from classic emery boards to glass and electric devices.  “I personally prefer using an emery board-style file because it’s more universal and works well for both shaping all types of nails and refining enhancements like gel or acrylic,” says nail artist Erica De Los…

Sofia Carson is officially in her bob era. After some time spent wearing her signature long, bone-straight hair, the actress debuted a short blunt bob in the midst of the press run for her new film, My Oxford Year.My Oxford Year, Netflix’s new romance film in which Carson stars alongside Corey Mylchreest, had its official red carpet premiere event in Los Angeles on July 24. For the event, the 32-year-old stepped out wearing a two-layered, black and white, strapless Richard Quinn gown with black opera gloves and black, pointed-toe pumps. She opted not to wear any neck jewelry, leaving all…

Lindsay Lohan is keeping fans on their toes. For her latest Freakier Friday red carpet look, the actor turned to Balmain for a striking magenta number that wowed in Mexico City. The star, who is reprising her role as Anna Coleman in the sequel, wore a strapless draped gown modeled after a dress from the Balmain Resort 2026 collection. The figure-hugging silhouette was adorned with ruffles down the center and finished with a chunky gold chain necklace in lieu of a strap — making for a glamorous update to the trending halter neck silhouette. The label’s Anthem clutch in a…

Kelly Clarkson is heading back to The Voice, and she’s sporting an all-new look to mark the occasion. The NBC series dropped a promo video for its upcoming season earlier this week, which officially revealed that the American Idol alum and talk show host will be joining John Legend and Adam Levine as a coach for season 29. Excited as I am to see her make a grand return to a singing competition, I was much more focused on the haircut she revealed in the video, which was a short, choppy bob.Over the years, Clarkson has worn her hair at…

“When there’s a crisis in fashion, brands usually tone down, but some people are still looking for our maximalism and consistency.” So said Philipp Plein over a Zoom call from his villa in Cannes. For resort, he zeroed in on geometric tattoos as inspiration, looking at different artists and old-school aesthetics and translating them into prints, which resulted in a collection of what the designer deemed “Philipp Plein classics; not too experimental, always very wearable.” Symmetrical tattoo prints were laser-etched on denim trucker jackets and jorts, while shirts had playful, subtle details like skull-shaped buttons.One big novelty was the introduction…

No one ever believes me when I tell them that I buy designer fashion on Amazon. Between us, the retailer is a gold mine of impressive deals on cool-girl luxury styles. Notably, the site is brimming with timeless Coach items, including iconic bags, ultra-chic shoes, and other elevated accessories like card cases for up to half off. Of course, I scouted out the eight best sales worth snagging this season—and prices start at just $32 (yes, really).  I’ll be honest: I’m tempted to gatekeep the following markdowns, but they’re so good that I just had to share. Below, you’ll find…

Tap Into the Power of Prescription Treatments If your doctor recommends prescription treatments, there are multiple categories to choose from. Oral medications like glycopyrrolate (Robinul) can help calm the false alarm of hyperhidrosis by blocking the chemical messengers that trigger widespread sweating, Gohara says. “These are especially helpful for people with all-over (not just localized) sweating,” she notes. Dermatologists may also prescribe topical anticholinergics or prescription wipes to reduce sweat production directly at the source.  Last but not least, clinical-strength antiperspirants might act as your secret weapon. “[Sofdra] is an FDA-cleared, safe, and effective topical gel antiperspirant available by prescription…

After each section is dry, “roll the hair up and secure with a duck clip or Velcro roller,” she says. Make sure to roll from the ends up to the roots. “Let the hair cool in that lifted shape to lock in volume.”In a pinch at home, you can also use a blow dryer brush if you’re not as comfortable with the hair dryer-and-round-brush combination.Ibiza Hair Round Boar-Bristle Brush (B Series)Shark SmoothStyle Heated Comb & Blow-Dryer BrushIf you want to use any styling products, Ocando first recommends a root lifter. “Because root lifter can dry quickly and cause stiffness if…

If you ever wanted to know who is on your favorite singer’s playlist, or what albums inspired the latest “it girl” the most, tune in for Marie Claire’s resident music franchise Listen Up. In this interview series, we ask musicians about their listening habits and the specific records that informed their taste—and inherently their journey as an artist.In the less than three years since the release of Laufey’s debut album, Everything I Know About Love, the 26-year-old has been dubbed a “Gen Z jazz icon” for introducing pop fans to music inspired by old standards.Her magic touch and fantastical flourishes…