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Last month, Solange debuted her most unexpected hair>said in response. “You look like a beautiful Egyptian Goddess.”
Now, a month later, her once buzzed hair is growing back in. In true Solange fashion, she was pictured swimming at the well of a waterfall with her new ‘do. Naturally, her hair was wet, which meant her big chop
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For the past 56 years, Naomi Campbell’s face card has never declined. The London-born supermodel, known for her witty grin, killer eyes, and gorgeous pout, has a look (and prowess) that’s left an imprint on the industry. To the point that her presence earned her a spot in the history books as
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Co-director Zhailon Levingston says “the broadening of our imaginations” is the “most important political tool we have.”
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The Essence Festival of Culture 2026 is happening July 3 – July 5. Don’t miss out—tickets here: Get Tickets
If you’re a vintage lover like me, you know that visiting a new city isn’t just about seeing historical landmarks. It’s also about treating vintage shopping like its own form of sightseeing. The way vintage is curated in cities around the
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If you’re looking for a way to elevate your summer wardrobe, the ultimate way to make your outfits pop is with the pants of the season. No, denim shorts are not the star. And those bubble mini skirts are already starting to feel a bit played out. This year, balloon pants are the moment.
The billowing silhouette has
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Jonathan Anderson’s debut for Dior officially kicked off the buzzy resort season, with powerhouse fashion houses including Gucci and Louis Vuitton also heading stateside to unveil their highly anticipated cruise collections.
For Dior, Anderson staged his debut in the celebrity capital of the world, Los
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Breakups are hard af. They are hard if you’re the one who initiated the split. They’re hard when you’re the one who got “left”. They’re certainly hard when young children are involved. But they are also challenging to navigate with adult offspring. And they can be tough with no children at all.
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Zendaya’s romantic run continues. From rumors her and her fiancé Tom Holland tied the knot to starring in The Drama rom-com and giving lesson after Zendaya at the Louis Vuitton 2027 Cruise Collection Show on May 20, 2026 in New York, New York. (Photo by Lexie Moreland/WWD via Getty Images)
At Louis Vuitton’s 2027 Cruise show in New