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Key Takeaways Sandy Liang released a collection of cutesy claw clips after utilizing the accessory during her Fall/Winter 2026 runway show.The Princess Claw comes in four colors an are about to be seen on the heads of cool girls everywhere. It’s no secret that cool girls around the world are obsessed with Sandy Liang. The Chinatown-based designer and her namesake brand’s girly girl influence is endless—look at the coquette aesthetic! bows everywhere! sleepover nails!—and, perhaps most importantly, fairly easy to emulate. Back in February, the designer’s Fall/Winter 2026 show’s glam made “subway ponytails” a thing in an instant. Alongside the…
There’s arguably no better feeling than taking off a bra after a long day. But why do we settle for constricting styles with poking underwire in the first place? Comfort should be a non-negotiable for wardrobe basics, especially when it comes to styles that offer reliable support and a flattering shape. According to InStyle editors, Soma designs some of the most practical and flattering bras on the market, and the brand’s Endless Summer Sale is a great chance to stock up on tons of highly-rated wireless styles, seamless bralettes, and bulge-free, full-coverage bras. You can snag 30 percent off any…
Few people are formally taught how to file their own nails. In fact, you probably picked up your technique by watching other people do it. But, there is a method to the fingernail-filing madness. And, it’s a skill you should perfect if, like many of us, you are looking for ways to up your home-mani game. We asked top nail artists Sarah Giugliano, Mabelyn Martin, and Cassandre Banel for their best tips and tricks. While the result will probably never compete with an in-salon job, with their advice for how to file nails in mind we’d like to think we’ll…
Whether you’re braving a humid day, shedding a tear, or just hoping your eye makeup look stays put all day (and night), the best waterproof eyeliner is your ultimate ride-or-die. They give you the freedom to create bold or subtle looks that actually last.Not to mention, waterproof liners come in plenty of formats—felt tip pens, ultra thin brush tips, gel pencils or creams—to create any number of eyeliner looks, be it tightlining your lash line, crafting a smokey eye, or nailing a feline flick. Ahead, we spoke with experts to find out their favorites, sharing a few of our tried-and-tested…
There’s still plenty of time to enjoy the warm weather summer has to offer—and the fashion, of course. Flowy dresses, crochet tops, and tiered midi skirts are at the forefront of our closets right now and will most likely stay there well into September, as temperatures usually don’t drop until later. Target agrees, considering the retailer just quietly dropped new beachy dresses, hats, skorts, and more. We sorted through the latest launch and handpicked our favorites from in-house brands like Shade & Shore, A New Day, and Universal Thread, with unbeatable prices starting at $10. It’s time to give your…
We never took our minimalist queen Dakota Johnson for a customized bag girlie, but she’s been bopping around Rome on a post-breakup getaway (Eat, Pray, Love-style? Maybe…), and we just spotted her sporting a purse with “Dakota” embroidered on it in a delicate ladylike script. It’s an unexpected accessory for the star, but a very sweet item.The personalized pouch is a leather Celine pochette, which she wore to lunch at the Pierluigi restaurant on July 15. In addition to her bag and a sun-kissed glow, Johnson sported a white skirt, a black tank, gold jewelry, black and gold shades, and…
Queen Camilla turned 78 on Thursday, July 17, with the Royal Family sharing a series of beautiful new portraits of Her Majesty to mark the occasion. And although she’s faced incredible scrutiny surrounding her relationship with King Charles, a former royal staffer is weighing in on how The Queen has helped her husband see the lighter side of life.Grant Harrold, who served as a butler to The King from 2004 to 2011, shared that the monarch’s relationship with Queen Camilla has “changed him for the better.” Speaking on behalf of Prime Casino, Harrold said, “She’s helped him become more comfortable…
Aisata Ba, who writes under the handle Sxnnystudio on Wattpad, was one of those inspired by this season of Love Island USA. Ironically, she’d never watched the show and didn’t consider herself a fan before this summer. “I can’t stand suspense,” she tells me over Zoom. “Whenever they have those long pauses, I get so irritated. I’m like, No, I can’t watch it.”But the algorithm always provides. Ba started getting served fan-edited videos on TikTok of Nic and Olandria—a.k.a. Nicolandria—back when the Islanders were still just friends. Despite the fact that the two were exploring connections with other people, many…
During Paris Men’s Fashion Week, fashion enthusiasts got a taste of Dior by Jonathan Anderson at the new creative director’s first show. His initial menswear line reimagined iconic Dior designs, like the Bar jacket and the Book Tote, but his womenswear approach is still largely kept under wraps.Though Anderson’s debut womenswear show isn’t until October, the creative has been slowly introducing the industry to his version of the storied Dior woman. At his menswear soirée, he dressed Rihanna in head-to-toe Dior. Then on July 13, Anderson teamed up with Blackpink’s Jisoo to tease another angle of his artistry: onstage costumes.On…
As a shopping editor, I have to exercise a tremendous amount of restraint every day to keep myself from buying all of the amazing finds I write about. And lately, it’s been even more difficult than usual to resist the urge, thanks to Fourth of July sales, Prime Day, and my personal favorite—the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale. Nordstrom always has great deals, but during the huge Anniversary Sale event, there are even more incredible markdowns (51,200-plus, to be exact) on brands like Rothy’s, Coach, Spanx, New Balance, and more. Since I’m on a temporary shopping freeze at the behest of my…