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Just Add Water! 3 Easy DIYs For Wet Hair

2013-06-20T07:20:00-04:00

We hate the idea of using blow-dryers when it's sweltering out. But we're also so bored with the usual post-pool ponytail. (That goes for our sloppy, throw-it-all-up-there topknot, too, for that matter.) And, unless you're going for the whole mermaid-chic thing, heading out on the town with a tossed-together topknot just isn't so slick. Wet hair poses a number of challenges, not the least of which is styling it quickly and easily.

In search of a way to make wet strands look cool, we turned to hair guru Adam Maclay — and boy, did he deliver. These three DIY styles are chic enough to wear straight to a party, and here's the best part: Like these other wet hairstyles, they're so easy, anyone can do 'em. See you in the water....

Modeled by Lily at Request Model Management; Hair by Adam Maclay; Makeup by Ashleigh Ciucci; Styled by Willow Lindley.

Get Hippie: 12 Of The Summer's Chicest Bohemian Prints

2013-06-20T07:00:00-04:00

Pitchfork may just come around once a year, but you can channel its hippie-chic vibe any time (read: right now!). When it comes to street fests, backyard barbecues, or an outdoor concert, there's nothing more fitting than donning your favorite boho duds. So, to spread the summer love, we rounded up our 12 favorite frocks, tops, and more in this freewheelin' print. Groovy, baby.

Care To Guess What Your Post Code Smells Like?

2013-06-20T07:00:00-04:00

What does the area you live in smell like? It’s a funny question but one that the founder of Bex London, Rebecca Goswell, asks herself everyday. After all, Goswell has created four unisex scents inspired by (and named after) landmark London postcodes.

There’s N6 (Highgate to the uninitiated) that smells of pink pepper, rose, and sandalwood. Meanwhile, SE1’s scent harks back to the area’s illustrious heritage as a spice wharf. Bergamot, citrus, and vetiver represent this intoxicating history. As for EC2, no there aren’t any top notes of Red Stripe or base notes of fried chicken; rather it’s lime, grapefruit, and juniper berry that dominate. As for W1X, the perfume that represents the centre of town is…all woman. Think rose, jasmine, iris, and violet.

We applaud this unique approach to capturing this ever-changing city through scent but can’t help but wish they would create a fragrance for our postcode. Bonfires, petrol, cherry blossom, and honeysuckle are all the notes we smell each and every day. So, Ms. Goswell do let us know when you’ve created SW17, won’t you?

Photo: Courtesy of Bex London

Gluten Free Dunkin' Donuts Are On Their Way (Yes, You Read That Right)

2013-06-20T07:00:00-04:00

We know, right? We mean, we're not going to sit here in front of you and say that eating a delicious, glazed gluten-free Dunkin' Donut is any healthier than, say, not eating a doughnut of any kind — but, golly, is this ever impressive. Yes, for folks suffering from celiac disease, gluten sensitivities, or those who just want to cut gluten from their diets for general health reasons, this could be a serious win.

As Dunkin' Donuts' executive chef (who exists!) said in a email seen at Bloomberg, "We recognize the importance of providing our guests with many options, including alternative choices for people with food and dietary restrictions.” Indeed, but it's so much more than that. With the popularity of gluten-free diets and increased awareness of those with serious sensitivities, offering gooey, delicious treats to an underserved market is a surefire way to make some big money. By getting out ahead of their competitors and being the first major chain to offer such gluten-free indulgences, Dunkin' could nail down a growing base of consumers. In addition, this move will undoubtedly compel some rivals (Krispy Kreme, Starbucks, and other fast food companies) to devise their own offerings, expanding options across the market.

And as for those of you who have their doubts (and seriously, who wouldn't?) it seems the company is being pretty genuine in their efforts here. Not only will the treats be gluten-free themselves, they'll be packaged and displayed separately to prevent any flour contagion coming from their other, glutinous offerings.

Now all you gluten-free folks have to do is sit back and wait — your treats should be ready later this year. Time to make the donuts, indeed. (Bloomberg)

Photo: Via Bloomberg

Elisa Goodkind & Lily Mandelbaum Prove Authenticity Is Everything

2013-06-20T06:40:00-04:00

Elisa Goodkind & Lily Mandelbaum, Cofounders, StyleLikeU
When it comes to style stars, it takes one to know one. And that's certainly the case for Elisa Goodkind and Lily Mandelbaum, the mother-daughter team behind StyleLikeU. Mom Elisa, a former stylist and editor, works side by side with her daughter, Lily, and together they've created an entire online world where they scout and document their subjects — showcasing and celebrating their sense of fashion and spirit.

Of course, the greatest story they tell is really about themselves — a family who realizes that beauty doesn't come in one flavor or cookie-cutter shape. And while Elisa and Lily each have their own unique vibes, when blended together, it's the perfect equation for inspiration overload. Ahead, they break down their own authentic style.

My style in six words or less:
Elisa: "Eclectic, bohemian, rock 'n' roll, Edwardian, boyish."
Lily: "Laid-back, feminine, bohemian, a bit nerdy!"

The greatest style lesson I've ever learned:
Elisa: "Authenticity is all that matters."
Lily: "Don’t compare yourself to others when getting dressed. Dress for yourself/body."

Our constant sources of style inspiration:
Elisa and Lily: "Everyone we interview on StyleLikeU. For me, personally (Elisa), I am also constantly inspired by Ramona, our executive editor at StyleLikeU, and Patti Smith. Some of the most inspiring StyleLikeU people for me, personally (Lily), have been Scout Willis, Laila Gohar, and Louise Sturges. I am also pretty inspired by Rihanna, and her whole attitude with her style."

The dressing difficulties I've had to overcome:
Elisa: "Not having enough time to search for what I want, like digging on eBay for stuff."
Lily: "Accepting my body, and learning to not hide my curves in clothing or try to dress like a skinny person."

My first major, big-ticket style purchase:
Elisa: "A Yohji Yamamoto, Edwardian-looking suit that I wish I hadn’t given away!"
Lily: "A Diane von Furstenburg dress in high school that I saw my older brother’s best friend (who I had a girl crush on) wearing to prom and became obsessed with."

My favorite up-and-coming designers:
Elisa: "Houghton."
Lily: "Lindsay Degan! Not really my sense of style, but I love what she is doing with knitwear."

My three favorite places to shop:
Elisa: "Narnia vintage, Manhattan Vintage Show, and Golyester in L.A."
Lily: "The Rose Bowl Flea Market, Reformation, Narnia vintage."

Styled by Laura Pritchard, Hair by Bethany Brill, Makeup by Tiffany Patton

On Lily: Vintage gray crop top; Vintage printed wrap skirt; A Détacher multicolor platform; Vintage earrings; Sonia Rykiel black blazer.
On Elisa: Do Kham red textured jacket; American Apparel button-down shirt; Malin Landaeus vintage tan pants; Narnia brown belt; Maison Martin Margiela gray ankle boot; Vintage rings.

5 Things To Know This AM

2013-06-20T06:00:00-04:00

Are you a die-hard Madonna fan? Of course you are! So there's no doubt you're eager to catch the world premiere of Madonna: The MDNA Tour this Saturday, June 22, at 8 p.m. For those who don't have access to a television, EPIC is offering a free fourteen-day trial for its online streaming service. How thoughtful! (EPIX)

For lovers of Shakespeare, pop music, and/or German Pilsner, the Chelsea Music Festival will be featuring all of the above – you haven't heard Macbeth until you've heard it remixed by The Frail Ophelias – at the Dillon Gallery tomorrow night. (Radeberger)

Even better than a summer BBQ is a summer BeerBQs. Hudson will be hosting its first-ever barbecue and beer event featuring live music, craft beer, foosball matches, Southern style cocktails, and, of course, all the pulled pork, brisket, and spareribs you desire. (Hudson)

Rachel Comey is hosting a sample sale that will have you covered for the next two seasons. Summer '13 items will be up to 50% off and past season merchandise that will be up to 80% off. The event will take place 268 Mulberry Street (between Houston and Prince streets), on Thursday, June 27 from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Friday, June 28, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. (Rachel Comey)

The ever dapper menswear accessories brand hook + ALBERT is joining forces with Saks Fifth Avenue to present a limited edition "Pride" Lapel Flower in support of equality for the LGBT community and Live Out Loud. Pick yours up at Saks stores or online starting June 24, just in time for Pride Week. (hook + ALBERT)

Photo: Courtesy of hook + ALBERT

Alice Temperley Whips Up The Ultimate Post-Baby Wardrobe for K-Mid

2013-06-20T06:00:00-04:00

Kate Middleton, consider your post-pregnancy wardrobe sorted. And, you’ve got Alice Temperley to thank.

In a decadent and womanly resort ’14 collection, sumptuous fabrics are faultlessly executed into an array of dresses and skirt suits — prim enough for even the most royal of appointments. Floral embroideries, rose-patterned jacquards, and fluid-draping crepes in ladylike colourways provide visual enchantment, on top of all that luxe perfection. Well, the collection is called "Enchantment" after all.

Including many floor-sweeping gowns, this collection is far from the stuff of everyday wear (though, oh, how we wish it could be). Temperley describes her muse as, “an enchanted princess from the South of France who lives a charmed life and only ever wears beautiful clothes.” That's all good and well, but we’re pretty sure she’ll happily settle for Kate, too.

Photo: Courtesy of Temperley London

1 Girl, 4 Looks: How To Shop Ebay And Look Like A Style Star

2013-06-20T06:00:00-04:00

It takes a lot to make it in the creative world of NYC: drive, a good eye, serious personality, and of course, a fabulous wardrobe to go along with it all. Well, we've found just these qualities (and more) in artist Sophie Aschaeur, the mind behind adorable, handmade rug company SerpentSea. Taking nods from the water, but perfect in any urban setting, her woven mats are just as unique as Aschaeur's own eclectic closet.

To complete her everyday aesthetic means including at least one eBay item (Aschaeur is a pro at finding the best vintage on the auction site), a pair of throwback designer shoes, and a modern piece of jewelry or sunnies. And, luckily, we've got four of her summer outfits that are anything but ordinary. Think: a lobster dress, an updated T-shirt-and-jeans combo, and of course, how to make it in the Big Apple without being too cut throat. Yep, it's safe to say we've got a girl crush.

5 Things To Know This AM

2013-06-20T06:00:00-04:00

Anja Rubik and Joan Smalls are sending us some serious Marlene Dietrich vibes in Hugo Boss' fall '13 campaign. (Fashion Gone Rogue)

The gravitational pull of the Tumblr black hole just got a whole lot stronger, thanks to VMan. (V Magazine)

2001: A Space Odyssey meets The Fifth Element in H&M's summer '13 film — staring the ethereal Catherine McNeil in this season's raddest offerings. (Fashion Copious)

Now that Michael Kors' salary is public knowledge, can we find out a little more about what's happening with the rest of those millions? (Styleite)

Miguel, a white tee, silver-heeled Chelsea boots, some smooth R&B, and a pout? Yes, please. (PAPER Magazine)

Photo: via Fashion Gone Rogue; Courtesy of Hugo Boss.

10 Awesome Pairs Of White Jeans To Brighten Up Your Summer

2013-06-20T06:00:00-04:00

Truth: For far too many ladies, getting dressed each day involves the phrase: "I can't." You know what we mean — "I can't do skinny pants," "I can't wear that together." And as for summer's white-denim trend? Well, those two little words are practically a mantra for body-conscious ladies everywhere. But we're here to prove you wrong: You can, indeed, wear white jeans. Because, no matter if you're curvy or lean, petite or tall, there's a pair of snow-white stunners out there with your name on 'em. We've gathered up our favorites for your perusal, so click through — and get ready to banish the blues (pun intended) for a while.

What Pre-Hipster East London Looked Like (Yes, Such A Time Existed)

2013-06-20T05:00:00-04:00

Hipsters really have the power to renovate a place, don’t they? Y’know, “rework” it. Except in the case of East London. We kinda feel like it was always vibey — and now, we’ve got photographic evidence to prove it.

Brick Lane, Dalston, Shoreditch. All places on our property wish lists. It's only their sky-high rents that hold us back from moving right on in. Having fast become the It ‘hoods in London, all of them have got hipsters to thank for the urban transition to the East — changing what was considered a shabby suburb, riddled with squatters, into a thriving hub of modern art, ultra-cool concept stores, and fine café culture.

But, looking back at these photos of yore, is anyone else noticing an uncanny sort of déjà vu? Okay, there may be a few more modern shop facades and well-paved roads around these days, but seriously, some of these streets have barely changed since the ‘60s!

Gentrification. It’s a funny old thing. (BuzzFeed)

Photo: Via BuzzFeed

10 Indie Jewellers With Future-Heirloom Status Written ALL Over Them

2013-06-20T02:30:00-04:00

While the changeable Great British summer makes it difficult to take warm-weather trends 100-percent seriously — since you never know if the sun will be blazing or the hail will be pelting — a well-chosen piece of jewellery will never let you down.

Plus, it’ll MAKE your holiday wardrobe, especially if you’re looking to pack light without being bored to tears. Ahead, all our favourite undiscovered go-tos. You’re gonna love 'em, we promise.

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Tony Soprano, Our Guy: R.I.P. James Gandolfini

2013-06-19T21:30:00-04:00

While we have never covered him on our site, Refinery29 editors (and we would guess readers, as well) were deeply affected by The Sopranos. Or perhaps, True Romance, or Zero Dark Thirty. Or even Where The Wild Things Are, another one of James Gandolfini's works. Which is why the death of Mr. Gandolfini is particularly emotional — He wasn't just Tony Soprano, he was one of the greatest character actors of our generation, turning abrasive, one-dimensional figures into true humans. Always playing the tough but surprisingly sensitive role, the New Jersey-born actor passed away today in Italy of a heart attack when he was in Sicily for a film festival. As a site, and as people who enjoy both cinema and television, our hearts are broken — we've lost a great actor today. Our thoughts to his family, and of course, the fans of Gandolfini's films, too.

Photo: Everett Collection/Rex USA

Jonathan Ive's iWatch Has Us A Little Worried

2013-06-19T18:30:00-04:00

Ever since news of the Apple iWatch hit the blogosphere, techies and Apple fanatics everywhere have been waiting for the final product with bated breath. While there's still no word on the big reveal, we are learning a bit more about the brains behind it all.

The new watch will be designed by none other than Jonathan Ive, Apple's head of software. Ive got his start creating the sleek looks of the iMacs we all know and love, and most recently spearheaded the controversial iOS 7 — and that's where everyone gets nervous. Apple and Ive have caught some serious flack for the whimsical, almost dizzying colors and shapes that dominate the new software's layout. In fact, even blogs dedicated to the designer's overuse of gradient and rainbow hues have been spawned.

Apple followers are worried that the same fate will befall the yet-to-be-released watch, which, as a piece of jewelry, stands to be a lot more in your face than an iPhone you can stuff in your purse. And, while we're hesitant to judge the book before we even see the cover, we have to admit that the peanut gallery has a point. (Fashionista)

Photo: Via Fashionista

11 Pairs Of Nerdy-Chic Glasses To Channel Your Inner Geek

2013-06-19T18:20:00-04:00

A wise woman once said, "Sometimes, geeks can be chic." That woman is Anna Wintour, and naturally, she's right. That's why we've done the hard work of culling 11 of our favorite nerdy frames.

Of course, we're not expecting Clark Kent/Superman results when we toss on a pair, but there's just something about thick-rimmed specs that changes up our everyday look. Whether you're looking for an investment piece that makes a statement or just a pair that you can throw on when you don't have time for makeup, we've got 'em all in the slideshow ahead.

Revel In Longer Summer Days At This Week's 5 Crazy-Cool Events!

2013-06-19T18:00:00-04:00

At times, our weeks feel as if there is no end in sight — we've all been there, right? The only solution is a glass of wine, some retail therapy, and some time with good ol' mother nature. Luckily, all are available to you this week, starting with a revamp of your hump day! Peep through the list below for shindigs that will have you grinning ear to ear, all week long!

Storenvy Pop-Up Shop
Nothing breaks up an expansive five-day stretch like giving your credit card a few good swipes on a Wednesday. Join the oh-so-creative Storenvy, for its pop-up shop to take your mind off of the stresses of anything that isn't shopping. These unique pieces are handcrafted by artisans from your very own community, such as Stop Shop and Roll, [Blank] Shoppe, and Yes & Yes Designs. You'll leave feeling the weight lifted off your shoulders just knowing you've supported these rad businesses, and found some sweet new picks for your wardrobe.
When: Wednesday, June 19, 6 to 8 p.m.
Where: Crocker Galleria, 50 Post Street (between Kearny and Montgomery streets); 415-393-1505.

Converse Represent Free Concert Series
If anyone knows how to make an entrance to remember, it's Converse. So, as it gears up to open shop in San Francisco, it's only natural that a five-day party would be in order! Converse Represents will be taking over Slim's and throwing down with some of some poppin' musical talents — including Hot Chip, Black Rebel Motorcycle Club, The She's, and Quicksand! All you've got to do is throw on your chucks, cross your fingers, and enter to win tickets to any of these killer concerts.
When: Sunday, June 23, to Friday, June 28, 6 p.m. to midnight
Where: Slim's, 333 11th Street (between Harrison and Folsom streets); 415-255-0333.

Lancôme X Alber Elbaz Soirée
A hot collaboration like this one only comes around once every so often, but when it does, it sends us through a loop trying to justify reasons for needing an entirely new makeup collection. This time around, Vogue joins Lancôme and the Lanvin's creative director Alber Elbaz, to announce the designer's makeup collection with the cosmetic brand. Choose one of the locations, and with a simple RSVP, you can find your place alongside bloggers like Erin Hiemstra of Apartment 34, and Erin Hagstrom of Calivintage, to view models clad in the hottest of the collection's looks. Experience Elbaz's genius firsthand, and scoop up some chic new eyeshadow shades for fall!
When: Saturday, June 22, to Thursday, June 27, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Where: Nordstrom, 2400 Forest Avenue (at N. Winchester Boulevard) San Jose; 408-248-2180, Macy's 170 O'Farrell Street (between Powell and Stockton streets); 415-397-3333.

Fashion Friday On The Plaza
We are really getting behind this fashion truck movement, and what can we say, we are girls on the go! If you have yet to experience this cool new shopping trend, step away from your online shopping habits for a hot minute and enjoy some even hotter pieces from the traveling shops. Wine in hand, you may get pretty with the mobile beauty parlor, pose for a few photobooth pics, and leave anything but empty-handed. This fashionable caravan will continue its road trip through S.F., and then make its way down south — so don't miss out!
When: Friday, June 21, 5 to 8 p.m.
Where: Frank Ogawa Plaza, 1 Frank H. Ogawa Plaza (between San Pablo Avenue and 15th Street), Oakland; No Phone.

Summer Solstice Twilight Walk And Wine In The Redwoods
Psst, we've found a way to celebrate the longest day of the year in true romantic form! At the Summer Solstice Twilight Walk, you can weave your way through the redwoods with your loved one (or a complimentary glass of wine in hand). This twinkling, starry jaunt will get you that much closer to nature. Shake the views of the concrete jungle, and replace them with that of 100-year-old-redwoods and foliage that you hardly even knew was in such close proximity to the city.
When: Friday, June 21, 6 to 7 p.m.
Where: San Francisco Botanical Garden, 1199 9th Avenue (at Lincoln Way); 415-661-1316.

Photo: Via Calivintage

Chloe Nørgaard Goes Green In The New For Love & Lemons Lookbook

2013-06-19T18:00:00-04:00

Back in February, we swooned over the Virgin Suicides-inspired spring '13 For Love & Lemons collection. But, just when we got to thinking that the L.A.-based brand couldn't have done it any better, they go and up the ante. Starring the queen of Rainbow Brite hair herself, Chloe Nørgaard, the brand's Fourth of July capsule collection lookbook ditches the Coppola shtick for a more grungy, Wet Hot American Summer vibe, and trust, it's good.

Boasting everything from perfect, white summer dresses and halter tops to a plastic pink flamingo (as good an accessory as any!), the free-spirited spread has us jonsing for fireworks and backyard BBQs. Plus, the clothes look seriously rad paired with Nørgaard's current Lemon-Lime Gatorade tresses. Ahead, our favorite looks. Long live summer!

Photos: Courtesy of For Love & Lemons.

Turn Up The Color: The Best Unexpected Hair Dye Hues To Do At Home

2013-06-19T17:40:00-04:00

We think summer is the best time to try a new hair color — yes, much better than right after a bad break-up, though we believe in that, too. And, it just so happens that this summer's coolest shades are unexpected twists on the classic colors we all know and love. By taking a natural hair color and giving it the kind of spin that only comes in a box, it says to the world, "I may not be born with it, but we both see how I am owning this hair hue like the boss that I am." Or something like that. After all, we don't need people to think we emerged from the womb with Black Cherry hair, we just need them to recognize how awesome it looks.

Click through to see our picks of the coolest hair dyes of the season, and don't be surprised if it gets your imagination started: When it comes to hair dye, you literally have the whole rainbow to choose from, and don't let anyone tell you otherwise.

12 Certifiably Chic Ballet Flats To Anchor Every Summer Outfit

2013-06-19T17:20:00-04:00

We may spend the majority of our days gushing over to-die-for five-inch stilettos and crazy-high wedges (truth!), but sometimes, we need to give our feet a break. But, because going barefoot probably isn’t going to fly at the office, opt for the next best thing: a pair of ballet flats that are just as charming as they are comfy.

Not only are these picks a sartorial no-brainer for those days when our feet just can’t handle any height, but they’re chic enough that you’ll want to keep them on after you’re done commuting, too. It looks like that 10-block walk to your go-to happy hour joint just got a whole lot easier.

Jimmy Fallon Convinces Brad Pitt to Yodel Across NYC Rooftops

2013-06-19T17:15:00-04:00

If we had to make a list of the most remarkably unsexy activities one can engage in, yodeling is probably one of them. Traditionally characterized with green overall shorts and a lack of intelligible lyrics, yodeling hasn't exactly made strides in its hipness quotient. But when Brad Pitt and Jimmy Fallon take on the age-old practice, it becomes something magical.

Without channeling a single 19th-century outfit, Pitt and Fallon took to the rooftops of NYC to demonstrate the tacit understanding that can exist between two yodelers, reminding us that the pair can make pretty much anything cool. So, because Fallon has a new habit of doing hilarious things with beautiful celebrities, and because the Internet is a gift that keeps on giving, we give you the #yodel.

Video: Via YouTube

Cara Delevingne Gets Naked On A Skateboard...Literally

2013-06-19T17:00:00-04:00

Okay, okay...so we don't have video footage of Cara D. boarding down a London street in her birthday suit. But, she did bare all (and we mean all) for a new line of celeb-inspired skateboards from W Hotels. The collection, dubbed Room and Boards, was created in tandem with none other than extreme-skater-turned-filmmaker Ray Mendez.

Delevingne teamed up with Mendez to create her bod-emblazoned board as an ode to her love for NYC. But, if you're a little squeamish about skateboarding alongside an overexposed model, the collection also features designs from the likes of Amar’e Stoudemire and David LaChapelle. But, in our opinion, nothing makes skate shoes sexier than a little Cara Delevingne side-boob. (Harper's Bazaar)

Photo: Via Harper's Bazaar

The Youngest HAIM Sister Talks Fake IDs & Stalking Tom Petty

2013-06-19T16:40:00-04:00

Our love for Los Angeles sister-pop foursome HAIM is no secret. In fact, as we've watched these gals grow from SXSW upstarts to Rihanna openers, we can't help but be thinking "We told you so" in the back of our minds. Still, we're always happy to check back in the with girls to see how they are doing on their rise to global domination. To wit: Just before the band hit the stage at last weekend's Bonnaroo festival, we chatted with Alana to see how HAIM's tour was going, finally completing its debut LP, and what the band was expecting from the upcoming weekend in Manchester, Tennessee.

So, how's the tour going been going? We heard you guys played a show with Rihanna.
"It's been amazing! We did a headlining tour before we met up with Rihanna. We only did one show with Rihanna because she had to come back to the states to do a bunch of stuff. We've been in the studio for so long, we've been dying to get on the road and start playing live again. We hadn't been to Europe in a really long time — it was kind of scary. We were like oh my god, 'Are people going to remember who we are? Are they going to know the songs?' We didn't know what was going to happen. But when we got to the U.K. everyone was so nice! Screaming the lyrics to our songs back to us. Just dancing. They had so much energy."

Did you have a favorite place you hit on tour?
"London is kind of where my heart is, but I wish it got a little more sun. Just a tad bit, to make me happier. But I have kind of a love affair with London. I feel at home when I'm there."

Are you guys stoked for Bonnaroo? Have you been there before?
"I've never been to Bonnaroo before. Danielle, my middle sister, played Bonnarroo...I think she played with Jenny Lewis. Yeah, she did. She said it was like the craziest fun festival weekend. I'm picturing a weekend full of partying, that's all I can think about. I love Tennessee. It has the best food and the best vibe. I think it'll just be a big party."

Who are you especially excited to see?
"Tom Petty! When I found out I was on the same festival lineup as him it was kind of breathtaking. Like, I cried for five days when I heard. He's literally my idol. I'm obsessed with him. Hopefully he has security, because we're maybe going to stalk him for a little bit. Just a little bit."

Considering that the band has been on the road for a while, how do you relax and keep a good vibe going on the bus?
"We've never had a problem. I mean, me, Este, and Danielle have always been such good friends. Este and Danielle got me my first fake ID because they wanted to party with me. They were like, 'Okay you're 16 now; you need to come party with us.' They took me to bars and showed me things in L.A. I'm so lucky that my sisters wanted to hang out with me. I feel like I'm really stupid most of the time, and that I embarrass them, but they found it in their hearts to want to hang out with me. On tour we're always together, even when we're not playing, we're doing something else. We're inseparable. I'm not saying that to be cheesy. We love each other so much. We're obsessed with each other. Touring is a breeze for us."

What's coming up for the rest of the summer?
"Our recod is pretty much done at this point. We're playing pretty much every festival we can this summer. We want to be on tour for the rest of our lives. We're playing every dream festival that we've ever wanted to play."

How does it feel having the album finally done?
"It is scary and exciting at the same time. Now that it's done, we just really want to put it out, but we have to do a bunch of stuff. It's kind of a waiting game. We have a bunch of songs on the record that we want to play live. It's insane...there was a point in the recording process where I was like 'Are we ever going to get this done.' Now that it's there, it's like I'm in the last trimester of pregnancy."

Cronut Delivery Service Now Exists, And You Will NOT Believe The Price

2013-06-19T16:30:00-04:00

Looking back, it was only a matter of time. Cronuts exploded onto the scene last month, setting the culinary world on fire with their sultry, sugar-coated allure. Soon enough there were imitators and emulators across the world, attempting to crack the deep-fried code of the cronut and selling it to the desperate masses. Cronuts are basically Beyoncé. This week, a service called Premium Cronut Delivery launched, taking orders for delivery within Manhattan. Of course.

According to the official website, "Our white glove service enables you to enjoy New York's hottest confection without waiting in line at 5 a.m." So far, this is a dream come true, right? Totally, if you're willing to take out a loan. Cronuts, like any premium product, have a markup value that you wouldn't believe. One cronut goes for $100. Ten cronuts? $1,500. If you're willing to shell out for 20, it's going to run you $5,000. The service is donating 10% of proceeds to Food Bank New York, and we can't fault them there. But still.

People. Really. We all deserve a treat, but someone has to stop this. Friends don't let friends spend $5,000 on dessert. Let's all agree to give Krispy Kreme another shot.

Party Pics! How NYC's 30 Under 30 Celebrated Last Night

2013-06-19T16:30:00-04:00

Though our list of 20-somethings varied from chef to editor to actor to football star and back again, we found a common theme amongst our 30 under 30 last night: They all know how to party. Yes, the veritable hot list of Big Apple game changers were joined at the Bowery Hotel last night by friends, fans, and fellow influencers to toast this year's roster. And of course, chic ensembles and good times on the dance floor ensued.

There were delicious cake cones by Flour Girl's Amirah Kassem, gifs galore at the Bosco booth, a real-time party stream of mobile paparazzi pics taken on Samsung Galaxy S4s, a DJ set by Caroline Polachek, and, of course, drinks galore. We especially loved peeping outfits on 30 under 30-ers (cuz that's a noun, now) like Audrey Gelman, Leandra Medine, and Shaun Ross. Yes, #R2930under30 did us proud. The party may be over, but the hashtag lives on forever.

Click through for the best snaps from last night's party.

Photographed by David X. Prutting/BFAnyc.com.

Beauty Math: Summer Shindigs Edition

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The summer social season is in full swing, which means your calendar is most likely jam-packed with an array of cocktail hours, backyard bashes, get-togethers, and general thank-god-it's-not 30-degrees-anymore merrymaking. And, while we are indeed stoked that the temperature is no longer dipping into the single digits, summer primping provides some of its own very unique challenges — mainly, how do you create smokin'-hot hair and makeup looks that won't wilt in the summer sun? Nothing says "I'm unprepared for this heat wave" quite like raccoon eyes, oil-slick skin, and poofy hair.

Clearly we couldn't let you venture into the humid wilderness unprepared, so we've put together a special Beauty Math geared at tackling all of your upcoming outdoor adventures. From low-key BBQs to posh outdoor weddings, we rounded up the products you need to rock any summer social occasion in serious style. You'll also find a few necessary picks in the mix to repair and protect your sun-ravaged skin and strands. Because as much as we love summer, we're not so keen on the havoc it wreaks from our tops to our toes. Now get outside — with the cray-cray way the weather has been acting lately, winter will be back before you know it.

Madonna As Marlene Dietrich? Sure, We Can Get Into That

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Not to be fangirl geeks, but we're really digging Madonna's look from last night's premiere of the MDNA tour documentary. In case anyone was doubting whether or not she's still got it, consider this confirmation that yes, she obviously does. Madonna is truly the perfect celeb to don this glamorous tomboy/femme style that directly references Marlene Dietrich's iconically androgynous look from the 1930s film Morocco. Even if you haven't seen it, you'd definitely recognize the black-and-white film still of Dietrich in a suit looking like a baller. There's also a scene in which a tailcoats-clad Dietrich kisses another woman, which was very scandalous at the time. Leave it to Madonna to subtly imply the sex scandals of yore while still looking edgy by today's standards.

Also, can we talk about Madonna's visage? She continues to age backwards, clearly. You can bet we're going to copy this super-foxy makeup look (the top hat, we're going to have to work up to). Our favorite part? Those vintage-fabulous, heart-shaped red lips. Her makeup artist for the night, Sammy H. Mourabit, contoured her lips to get that shape, and then mixed two shades (Margaux and Annette) of Votre Vu's French Kiss Moisture Riche Lipstick (available in September) to get 'em nice and voluptuous.

We certainly hope Madonna keeps wearing suits and red lipstick — though, knowing her, next time we see her she'll be in something completely different.

Photo: Gregory Pace/BEImages.

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11 Mara Hoffman Swimsuits To Make You A Bona Fide Beach Goddess

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There's no denying it: Mara Hoffman belongs at the beach. The designer's dresses exude an easy, beachy feel, even when they're meant to be worn on terra firma — so it's no surprise that it's Hoffman's swimwear that truly shines.

There's ultra-flattering, low-rise bikinis, chic one-pieces, and cover-ups, all done up in the designer's signature crazy-colorful prints and laid-back vibe — why yes, that is a neon, geometric-print dreamcatcher on our dress! Oh, Mara, you crazy diamond.

Click on for our 11 favorite Mara Hoffman finds — consider it an object lesson in pure, California cool.

3 Cool Chicago Ladies, 1 Boozy App You HAVE To Download

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There are those who reserve cocktails for the weekends, and then there are others who reserve the right to take a nip whenever they darn well please. Take for example the three awesome ladies behind the blog Craft Cocktail Rules: Nandini Khaund (writer and recipe developer), Martha Williams (photographer), and Lauren Vandervelde, designer. While you'll see a few cool recipes for things like this incredible must-try lilac-honey syrup (goes perfectly with gin), the current main attraction on this blog is its awesome new Craft Cocktail app.

So, why an app? "Living in Chicago is pretty brutal during the winter, and many of us save up money and escape to the tropics, says Khaund. "We've vacationed on an island of wild horses and deserted beaches together, working hard at playing even harder. Every evening after returning from a day of sun, adventure, and wielding machetes to hack open coconuts, we would get to it and have cocktail hour."

"In a way, this collaboration of vacation awesomeness inspired Craft Cocktail. We are friends who realized that this app would be a perfect melding of our interests and skills in design, photography, bartending, writing, and of course, drinking. We wanted to create a slightly fantastical app that reflected the fun and whimsy of good times."

Aside from being able to quickly pick up boozy tips and recipes (including plenty of new ways to waste away in Margaritaville this summer), there is another reason why we think you should head to the App Store, stat: girl power! The Craft Cocktail app is a completely independent operation supported only by downloads, so if you want to help this saucy trio follow these very easy steps:

1. Download the app here. FYI, it's available for iPad and iPad Retina. Show the ladies some love by posting your (five star) reviews so other shoppers see how rad it is to learn how to make something other than a vodka soda.

2. Now the fun part — experimenting! Shake, stir, sip and post your comments (even the silly drunk ones) on the Craft Cocktail Rules blog.

3. Follow the ladies on Instagram @craftcocktailrules (tag your drink pictures #craftcocktailrules) and on Twitter @CocktailsRule, and tweet about your latest creations — and maybe give the ladies a little virtual toast, too. Cheers!

Photo: Courtesy of Craft Cocktail

Take It To The Streets: How New Yorkers Rough Up Lace

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There are few things in this world that are dependable, but one fashion edict always rules: Lace is forever on trend for spring. While this fabric may be too girly for some, there are ways to style it with more grit.

My favorite way to wear lace is to toughen it up, and for that kind of inspiration, there's no better place to head to than the streets of NYC. These five New Yorkers paired their lace with denim, leather, and even beanies to give an edge and balance out the soft texture. Ahead, the lace getups that'll prove they're anything but nice.

WATCH: Adam Levine Hates All Celebrity Fragrances — Except His

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Adam Levine just released a promotional video for his new eponymous perfume, and it's, well, interesting. It turns out that, like the rest of ~~America~~ R29, he's skeptical of celebrity-endorsed products, especially whether they truly reflect the taste of said celebs. But, of course, for Adam Levine, that only applies to other fragrances. His is totally legit.

The video goes on to regale us with all the reasons why Levine is the best A-list endorser-slash-product-creator ever, while scantily-clad women frolic about, clearly reveling in the glory of smelling just like Adam Levine's dreams. There are also flashes of motorcycles, flags, and other all-American symbols that are totally representative of how we want to smell. Watch the video in all its over-the-top glory, and order your economy-sized bottle of Eau de Adam now.

From A Fellow 20-Something: Why Miley Cyrus' New Video Matters

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The building backlash against Miley Cyrus' newest single "We Can't Stop" is about to explode now that she's released the accompanying music video. The 20-year-old has twerked off whatever Disney chains have bound her and is proving that her 2010 single "Can't Be Tamed" wasn't just a middle finger to her first employers, but a lifestyle. And, frankly, it's a great thing.

I happen to love Cyrus's evolution. Who's to say a celebrity kid can't go through the rebellious, punk phase, experiment with alcohol, their sexuality, and maybe dabble with drugs? She's growing up and into herself. Not to mention, it just so happens that she's in the spotlight. "We Can't Stop" is, at its core, a track about youth. It's the "Fight For Your Right" of the millennial generation. We have no problem with the party theme of the track. Its hypnotic bass womp captures both what's happening in music right now and the weird, in-between feeling that comes with being young today. You want there to be a huge build and drop, but it never comes; it just rolls on until it stops. To be honest, if Miley wasn't talking about drinking and experimenting with drugs, I'd start to think she was a robot. Youth is about discovering yourself and making mistakes, but it's also about gaining the maturity to own up to your low points and learning what's good for you and what's not. She hasn't gained that maturity yet, but we're witnessing her grow into it. At the same time, she's more in control of her life than ever. As long as she maintains that sense of self and doesn't become another celebrity rehab case, she'll be fine.

There will be nights where you go too hard, maybe kiss the wrong person, and watch the sun rise. This music video captures just that. I know there will be protesters who will play the role-model card and say she shouldn't be flaunting her sexuality and party antics. Why shouldn't she, though? I think she's more of a role model now than she's ever been. Having a perfect, never-do-bad role model is intimidating; it's an unreachable goal. I personally look up to people who have screwed up, lived a little, and aren't ashamed of it. I respect and look up to people who look back on their youth proudly, who aren't perfect, and are better people because of that.

"We Can't Stop" is an over-the-top, rose-colored look into what it means to be a young person today. Being only a few years older than Miley, I understand where she's coming from and where she's going. Is it weird seeing Hannah Montana wearing a strategically tucked T-shirt and getting her butt spanked? Yeah, but that's seeing this video through the Disney lens. It's looking at her in hindsight rather than looking at who she is in this very moment: a 20-year-old girl discovering herself, challenging the box we believe she should be put in by constructing her own. She's made it loud and clear that she's not going to stop, and I don't think she should.

Photo: Courtesy of VEVO.

Guess Whose New Accessories Shop Is Already A High Line Hotspot

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A walk along the High Line on a sunny summer day is always a good thing: beautiful views, People's Pops, and a casual, unhurried stroll. And now, you can add a pit stop at a fabulous new accessories store to make the experience absolutely unbeatable.

That's right, Diane von Furstenberg is adding even more color and style to the High Line's 'hood with the opening of The Accessories Shop, a new space in her company's HQ dedicated to showcasing and sharing DVF favorites. Located at 440 West 14th Street (at Washington Street), the store features handbags, wristlets, iPhone cases and more, and is set to introduce the upcoming pre-fall '13 accessories collection.

So be sure to keep an eye out next time you're walking amidst the park's plants and train tracks. This is one detour you don't want to miss.

Photo: Courtesy of Diane von Furstenberg

Contouring Demystified! The Smartest Makeup Hacks For Round Faces

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Have a round face shape? You’re in luck, because it’s the most youthful-looking. But, of course, even that comes with concerns. Lacking a bit of definition? We feel you. Using these makeup tips and tricks from the pros will help you sculpt your features so it looks slimmer and longer — if that's what you're goin' for.

“Some people with a round face fear that it looks 'fat,' but that is not true at all,” clarifies Melissa Silver, a NYC-based makeup artist. “Adding a beautiful, clear bright blush and a touch of highlighter will give the face some dimension. And, if you choose an amazing lip color or great shadow, you will also bring focus to another area that you are not so conscious of.”

When contouring, the goal is to concentrate on the nose, jawline and cheekbones, but round faces can be bit tricky, since they can sometimes appear flat. Therefore, you want to keep the contour on your cheeks and jawline soft and high and up into your hairline. Using a matte bronzer, try creating an “E” on the left side of your face and a “3” on the right side of your face with your brush,” explains celebrity makeup artist and LORAC founder Carol Shaw. “Start at the temples of your forehead and then sweep it onto your cheekbone and along your jawline.” A few light strokes should do. As for blush, instead of dusting it onto the apples of your cheeks, sweep it up a little higher, too, so it appears less doll-like.

Afraid to contour? No worries. Highlighting can serve a similar purpose, and it's almost foolproof. “Instead of contouring with a dark shade, highlight after blush above the cheekbone," says Silver. "Your cheek will instantly look more sculpted, and it's far less daunting.” (Try using a liquid highlighter such as Maybelline Dream Lumi Touch Highlighting Concealer in Radiant.) A little bit goes a long way, and the light-reflecting properties can “create the illusion of mile-high cheekbones,” says Shaw. Dot and blend your highlighter above and between your eyebrows, under your eyes, the sides of your nose, in your chin cleft, and on your cupid's bow (to make your lips appear fuller).

Another trick makeup artists swear by for round face shapes: Accentuate your features. “Wearing eye makeup and color on your lips brings attention to your features instead of the shape of your face,” explains Shaw. By bringing attention to a specific area, you’ll be able to walk with confidence. Plus, who needs another excuse to add a bold lip color or major lashes? Not us — and, we hope, not you.

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Photo: Byron Purvis/AdMedia.

WATCH: Nicole Richie Could've Totally Been A Fly Girl

2013-06-19T15:20:00-04:00

Her style is dope. Her flavor is hot. And she can do the cabbage patch like a G. Okay, sure, Nicole Richie has come a long way from the dreadlocks and black-and-~~yellow~~-red highlights of her Simple Life days, but our favorite style star isn't afraid to break it down old-school on the latest episode of her web series, #CandidlyNicole.

Clad in a black hoodie and shorts, a red trucker hat (K-Fed just called, he wants his hat back), and a white bandanna, the boho babe's more urban alter-ego, Nikki Richie, sets the dance floor on fire with moves like the running man and kid 'n' play, plus a hip-hop combination by choreographer Jeri Slaughter.

So, why haven't we seen her mad skills before? "When I go to clubs, I just tone it down because I don't want everybody to be jealous of me," she says. In fact, the former ballerina loves grooving so much that she even dances when there's no music (you're not alone, NR!). Street wear aside, her enthusiasm is so infectious and adorable, we may have a new contender for top girl crush. Watch the video to see the shorty get down. We out. (Stylelite)

Too Lazy To Pattern-Mix? Clover Canyon's Got The Coolest Shortcuts, Ever

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Sure, you could painstakingly learn how to mix prints like a pro — but, lazy girls that we are, we kinda prefer going straight to the masters: Clover Canyon.

The L.A.-based brand boasts that it's "made in California and always will be," and its clothes definitely belie that laid-back, ladies of the canyon vibe. Simply put, there's a lot to see here: ornate paisleys, kaleidoscopic swirls, abstract owls, painterly landscapes. But Clover Canyon renders these prints in irresistibly bright colors and impeccably simple, modern silhouettes — making sure that the overall effect is magical, not migraine-inducing.

Click on for our 10 Clover Canyon favorites. Consider this your instant-gratification guide to pattern mixing — without that unfortunate horizontal-with-vertical stripes phase.

Summer Survival Guide: Where To Cool Down In The DMV

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Summer hasn't even officially started yet, but we're completely ready to be in our swimsuits every weekend (fruity concoction optional, but appreciated). And, since not all of us are lucky enough to have a rooftop pool at the ready, we've rounded up the best public pools and swimming holes in and around D.C. Put these on your go-to list when things really start heating up. Now, pass the ice-cold drinks, will ya?

Banneker Pool is one of the biggest and most popular public pools in the District. Go early if you want to score a lounge chair (and make sure you leave your towel on it while you take a dip). Open on weekends only until June 24, then six days a week (except Thursdays) until September. Free for DC residents.

Volta Park Pool, better known as "the Georgetown pool," is a small, charming public pool located just off Wisconsin Avenue NW. There's only a one-lap lane, but plenty of lounging space for reading and dozing. Weekday mornings are best to beat the crowd. Open on weekends only until June 24, then six days a week (except Thursdays) until September. Free for DC residents.

Mostly favored by triathletes and serious swimmers, the East Potomac Pool is a quiet oasis on Hains Point. Located near the East Potomac Golf Course, the Olympic-sized pool has ample space for swimming laps and sunbathing on the surrounding patio. Open on weekends only until June 24, then six days a week (except Wednesdays) until September. Free for DC residents.

Alexandria's Old Town Pool is fun for an afternoon outing. Once you've dried off, you can get an ice cream cone and hit the farmers' market or the local shops. Even better: This pool is located close enough to the Metro to make it worth the fare if you live in the District. Open on weekends only until June 23, then daily until September 2. Weekend hours are noon to 7 p.m.; weekdays 6 a.m. to 8 p.m., $2 for adults.

Sandy Point State Park on the Chesapeake Bay is totally worth the hour-long drive up Route 50. Pack a picnic, spread your towel out on real sand (!) and dip your toes in the water as you watch sailboats go by. Lifeguards are on duty; $3 for Maryland residents, $5 for non-residents on weekdays; $5 for Maryland residents, $7 for non-residents on weekends.

Beautiful Cunningham Falls State Park in Thurmont, Maryland (roughly an hour away from the District), is the perfect get-outta-town day trip. You can hike to the waterfall, then cool off by taking a dip in Hunting Creek Lake. Weekdays: Maryland residents, $3; non-residents, $5. Weekends: Maryland residents, $5, non-residents, $7.

At Point Lookout State Park, a peninsula formed by the Chesapeake Bay and the Potomac River, you can spend the day swimming, fishing, grilling, and kayaking, then camp overnight if you're really feeling adventurous. Open daily through Labor Day. $3 for Maryland residents, $5 for non-residents on weekdays; $5 for Maryland residents, $7 for non-residents on weekends.

Photos: Courtesy of D.C. Department of Parks and Recreation; Maryland Department of Natural Resources

Andrea Linett's Things-You-Need-Right-Now List

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One of the cofounders of Lucky magazine and its former creative director, Andrea Linett, has helped us develop and celebrate our obsession with shopping, taking it from a hobby to a lifestyle. Currently, as a creative director and the author of the book I Want To Be Her!, Linett's now taken the time to indulge us in a little shopping eye candy each month with the six items she craving.

All winter long I only wanted to wear tough and sexy tomboy pieces à la the French Voguettes — skinny leather pants, sharp blazers, biker jackets, and tees. Now that it’s warm, I’m reverting back to that perennial, easy-breezy, boho-beachy feeling.

Our NY Editor Teams Up With Nifty Thrifty For Throwback Shopping (& Pics!)

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We love a good throwback Thursday. But our buds over at Nifty Thrifty decided to jump the gun and kick it old school one-day early. Yes, our New York editor, Annie Georgia Greenberg, teamed up with the mega-site for a curated vintage-goodies and retrospective sale of her own, um, inspired outfits.

And, since her personal throwback style included smiley faces, bucket hats, and nautical looks, the current sale finds the best-of-the-best of these trends of yore and makes them perfect for now. Case in point? The '90s patent Docksiders, printed T-shirts, and light-wash denim, and, oh, of course, the pair of $65 Manolo Blahnik slingbacks. Click here to shop the sale and peep Annie's style evolution.

Photos: Via NiftyThrifty

This Is Our Jam: Arctic Monkeys, Drake, & Jessie Ware's Ex-Drummer

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Among our selection of tunes this week, we have new solo material from Jessie Ware's ex-drummer, a gorgeous new single from Julianna Barwick, and the latest from Drake's highly anticipated Nothing Was the Same. Most exciting, though, may be the new stoner-psych outing from British mainstays Arctic Monkeys. With Glastonbury coming up in the near future, nothing could be more appropriate.

Dornik
"Something About You"
Dornik used to drum for Jessie Ware, which makes sense considering that they both share a touch of retro R&B DNA. Yet, while Jessie Ware is all bubble-gum and sun, "Something About You" is dark, slow, and luxuriant.

Julianna Barwick
"One Half"
Brooklyn songwriter Julianna Barwick moved to Iceland for her most recent record, Nepenthe, where she collaborated with numerous local musicians. "One Half" is the latest taste of those recordings: a glistening, entropic track with a beautiful refrain.

Drake feat. James Fauntleroy
"On My Way"
With Nothing Was the Same set to drop this summer, Drake is ramping up. "On My Way" is an R&B slow-burner that sees the GQ cover star at his most sensitive.

Soft Metals
"In The Air"
For its new single, Portland synth-pop act Soft Metals have progressed from hazy atmospherics to muscular dance-floor-ready sounds. "In The Air" features a beat from JD Twitch of Optimo adding a slinky/sexy drive to the proceedings.

Arctic Monkeys
"Do I Wanna Know"
British superstars Arctic Monkeys have been flirting with stoner rock for a little while, but "Do I Wanna Know" sees the band knocking its new stylistic turn out of the park. With a psychedelic video that would make Queens of the Stoneage proud, the track is heavy and hard while still being infectiously catchy.

Clockwise, above from left; Photo: Courtesy of Dornik; Soft Metlas, Julianna Barwick, Arctic Monkeys

11 Elizabeth And James Pieces You Need In Your Closet — Stat!

2013-06-19T14:10:00-04:00

If you don't know by now, our obsession with Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen really knows no boundaries. And, now, we're gearing up for a long summer with our favorite pieces from Elizabeth and James. Seriously, it's like whatever the Olsen twins touch turns to gold.

We're totally into Elizabeth and James' easy-breezy separates, which can be mixed and matched with everything else in our wardrobes. The cropped Brendan top goes well with our stash of high-waisted, pencil skirts (need proof?), and the Tegan biker vest toughens up our summer dresses — you really can't go wrong with these.

Check out a few of our faves in the gallery, and get ready to shop!

Three Times A Charm! Slashed Prices And Stylish Duds By Funktional

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When it comes to fashion, some might think that our fair city is still playing kid sister to New York, London, Paris, and Milan — but, Lala Land does tout a seriously talented crop of designers that are making big moves. Exhibit A: the L.A.-based clothing line, Funktional. Launched in 2009, the brand has definitely won us over with its Cali-cool pieces.

And, if you're just as smitten as we are, you'll be pumped to find out that the label is holding a sample sale featuring prices at 50-75% off retail prices starting this Thursday! Whether you're looking for an easy-breezy blouse or a picnic-perfect dress, you'll find something special — and so L.A. — at this amazing three-day sale.

When: Thursday, June 20, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Friday, June 21, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Saturday, June 22, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Where: 2301 East 7th Street (near South Anderson Street), Suite E-106; no phone.

Photo: Via Funktional

Lights, Camera, Action! Video Dating Comes To Your Smartphone

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Well, this could get...interesting. Thanks to those digital gurus over at Mashable, we just heard that At First Sight, a fully video-based online dating app has just launched and we are...um...excited? Nervous? Intrigued? It's a little hard to tell right now.

Now the fact At First Sight is backed by none other than the host of The Bachelor/ The Bachelorette, Chris Harrison, doesn't exactly have us brimming with confidence. Nonetheless, video apps are all the rage these days, and, really, we can't think of a better way to ensure that the person you see online is indeed the person who shows up at the bar for that all-important first meet. Dunno about you guys, but falling for someone's OkCupid profile can actually prove problematic when the IRL version of that cutie you saw on your iPhone screen doesn't exactly match the person you've dreamed up based on their entry. With video dating, what you see is what you get by nature — for the first time in its long history.

There is a (what could be considered) a slight downside, however: You actually have to film a profile yourself. Honestly, can you think of anything more awkward than pitching yourself to a world of singles via iPhone video? Imagine reviewing that on your smartphone — mortifying. Then again, imagine the world of possibilities — suitors could wow you with sharp editing, dance routines, CGI special effects! Like we said, this could get interesting.

Get the app here, try not to be creeped out by the recently-separated Harrison browsing it in the video above, and tell us if you're into it in the comments below. (Mashable)

Video: Courtesy At First Sight

John Mayer's Paper Doll Video Employs The Fine Art Of Prancercise

2013-06-19T14:00:00-04:00

We thought making our own Prancercise video would skyrocket us to viral fame (we even recruited our men!), but apparently we were missing one key ingredient: an acoustic crooner, preferably John Mayer. Oh, and enlisting the original prancer, Joanna Rohrback doesn't hurt. Mayer's lyric video for "Paper Doll," a track that may or may not be about Taylor Swift, proves one thing: You can prance to EDM, you can prance to folk pop — heck, we haven't seen it yet, but you can probably prance to polka.

Rohrback really gets into Mayer's slow grooves as she prances – excuse us — romances her way through an anonymous neighborhood. We should note that one does not Prancercise whilst Mayer plays, they romancercise. Aside from Mayer's oeuvre, other good omancercising tunes, should you care to start a Spotify playlist, include Counting Crow's "Colorblind," James Blunt's "You're Beautiful," and Norah Jones' "Come Away With Me." Since Robyn's been feeling her funny bone recently, we half expected her to release a parody video called "Prancing On My Own," but Mayer beat her to the punch in a juxtaposition we never saw coming, but are sure glad we did. Thank you, Joanna. Now when we're down and full of doubt, we'll stand right up and romance it out.

Photo: Courtesy of VEVO.

Bad Hair Days Aren't Your Fault—Blame Your Shower

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You know bad hair days? Yeah, we do too: those mornings where your hair is inexplicably limp, or frizzy, or dull, or just...blech. We've considered that maybe it's all in our head, but the concerned look on the faces of our roommates/significant others/random strangers would suggest otherwise. The truth? It's not you, it's your shower. The key to your lank locks may be lurking in your tap water — and causing your hair to become thoroughly and utterly depressed (cue tiny violin).

According to recent research, copper is the proverbial invisible gremlin that's terrorizing every aspect of your hair. According to a research fellow at Procter & Gamble, when copper is present in the hair, strands are less able to stand up to damage from brushing, heat styling, and the like. As the metal builds up in the hair, it can gradually cause split ends, flyaways, dullness — it can even exacerbate UV damage. Plus, if you dye your hair, the effects can be even worse.

Happily, researchers are using this information to develop shampoos and hair dyes that remove copper from hair, therefore lessening its ability to damage our strands. We're intrigued by whether or not these products will really mean the end to bad hair days forever — don't worry, we'll keep our eye on it for you. (The Telegraph)

Photographed by Sara Haile

Caption This! Manon Leloup & Maria Loks For CR Fashion Book, By Mathieu César

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Winning Caption
"So, I have her satchel in one hand, 2 Macy's bags in the other. My feet hurt and I am hungry and she wants to make a 'quick stop' at Jimmy Choo!"
— Michele Clark Powell

Runner-Up
"Act like a lady think like a boss "
— Chana Lea Galy

See the rest of the entries here.

Check out today's caption contest!

Photo: Courtesy of CR Fashion Book

Party Planners, Get Inspired By This Food Photographer's Beautiful Rooftop Bash

2013-06-19T13:40:00-04:00

Of the many, many, many things we love about this season, rooftop parties are probably right up there with cuttoffs and sundresses. Really, grabbing a perch in the sky (be it legal or otherwise) with friends (old or otherwise) and a fine, cool drink in our hands as the sun sets is a truly sublime benefit of hot, crowded city living.

To get inspired for a summer of high-altitude cocktails in time for July Fourth, we turned to someone who knows how to do the good life right. See, photographer Nicole Franzen doesn't just snap colorful images of the best food and drink for Bon Appétit, New York magazine, Food & Wine, Saveur, and many others, she brings what she sees back into her daily life through her blog (La Buena Vida, of course) and get-togethers with friends. This time, she commandeered the apartment of her BFF, Emily Johnston, a ton of limes, and copious amounts of Grand Marnier (supplied by our lovely partner) — to paint a picture of the perfect, rooftop margarita bash. We promise, just a few clicks into this slideshow of images shot by Franzen, Johnston, and their friends, and you'll be making a dash for the roof yourself.

Detox Your Desktop, Too: Fruit And Veggie-Patterned Wallpaper To Download

2013-06-19T13:20:00-04:00

With summer in full swing, and fresh produce abound, we've kicked our healthy habits into high gear. Inspired by yesterday's guide to green smoothies, we couldn't stop ogling these gorgeous leafy goodies. One curious bonus? A highly unscientific study (conducted in our editorial department) concluded that staring at healthy greens all day led us to a much healthier lunch choice.

While we have absolutely no proof, save our own slightly more-comfortable pants, there's something about fresh fruit and vegetables in your face all day that make a cheeseburger slightly less appealing (at least for a moment). We suspect that having a healthy food wallpaper might be the pioneer move of a subconscious health movement. Next stop: health-food nail art.

Styled by Christy Kurtz

Your Saturday Night Plans: Fete De La Musique At Malmaison

2013-06-19T13:00:00-04:00

One of our city's most endearing qualities is its distinctive multi-culti vibe — by doing something as simple as RSVPing to an embassy event or attending a cultural fest, you can be transported to a foreign locale. Luckily, your next chance for a faux-getaway happens on Saturday at Malmaison, when a traditional French music festival, the Fête de la Musique, stages in Georgetown.

Performers from the local area and abroad will provide live music inside and outside the venue, so you can expect a mash-up of live concerts with a street-festival vibe. Scheduled performances include Honest Halloway, Gramophonic, La Unica, and Arthur Loves Plastic, among others. Also on the docket? Plenty of food and drinks. With free admission until 11 p.m., you can't afford not to check it out, right?

When: Saturday, June 22, from 2 p.m. to 3 a.m.
Where: Malmaison, 3401 Water Street NW; no phone. After 11 p.m., admission is $5 to $10.

Photo: Courtesy of Alliance Francaise

Say "Bonjour" To The Crème Brûlée Cart's First Brick And Mortar!

2013-06-19T13:00:00-04:00

With ingredients like roasted marshmallows and sea-salted caramel, you’d be hard pressed not to belly up to The Crème Brûlée Cart for an afternoon delight. But, after reaching for the little tinfoil pot of creamy decadence, you may turn your head left and right searching for a seat to enjoy the dish, and be dismayed to find none in sight. Well, not anymore: The Parisian dessert slinger is no longer just a humble cart, having debuted its first brick and mortar locale, popping up just this past weekend.

The quaint SoMa sweet-treat haven is decorated with a bevy of torchers on the wall and offers plenty of bar-stool seating. Sweetening the deal, now you can even create your own masterpiece by whipping together whatever ingredients will satisfy your exact cravings. So, are you just as fired up to visit the new space as us? We thought so — let's spoon!

The Créme Brûlée Cart, 1246 Folsom Street (between 8th and 9th Streets); No phone.

Photo: Via Facebook/The Crème Brûlée Cart

The 10 Questions You're Afraid To Ask Your OBGyn — Answered

2013-06-19T12:40:00-04:00

Going to the OBGyn, while an absolutely essential part of life for those of us with vaginas, is no picnic. No matter how much you love your gynecologist, it can be hard to speak up while she's inspecting your parts. Plus, we're all a little anxious about asking our doctor certain important questions — whether we're afraid of the answers, nervous about being judged for our choices, or just plain uncomfortable talking about sex, sometimes finding out what we need to know can be a daunting task.

So, we asked Dr. Mary Jane Minkin, an OBGyn at the Yale School of Medicine, to tell us the most important questions a patient can ask, and then we got the answers. The next time you're at the gyno, you can just concentrate on taking those deep breaths while the speculum goes in, rather than trying to formulate the perfect question.

How often to do I need to see my OBGyn?
While this is one of the most basic questions one can ask, it's also one of the most important. Dr. Minkin says, "Even if you’re not getting a Pap smear, you want to be seeing your healthcare provider at least once a year."

How can I have a safe hookup?
We've all experienced that never-ending conflict between spontaneity and safety, which Dr. Minkin says can be mediated with safe sex supplies like condoms and dental dams. She notes, "The 'prime time' for STDs is in your 20s, which can affect your fertility." So, your frontal lobe might not be done developing, but it's important to try to keep consequences in mind anyway. Random hookups, when not done safely, can have life-long consequences.

How close to having children should I quit smoking?
While we're familiar with the fact that smoking while pregnant is a big NO if you care at all about the health of your future kid, some smokers will stop smoking just for the duration of the pregnancy — but is that okay? Dr. Minkin says no. "You want to be concerned about your future fertility when smoking. Smoking lowers your rate of menopause about one or two years, which limits your fertility."

What vitamins should I take on a daily basis?
It's important to know what vitamins are important from a medical standpoint, not just from a superfood standpoint. Dr. Minkin encourages women to be on Vitamin D, and says, "All women need to take care of their bones. If you’re thinking of having a kid, take 400 mcg of folic acid daily."

Do I need to have my period every month?
While our monthly periods are excellent ways to be in touch with our overall health, if you've ever suffered from cramps, spacing out periods can be very appealing. Dr. Minkin gives us the green light: "If you want to space out your cycle, this will not harm your fertility later on."

Should I be concerned about blood clots while taking the pill?
This is a one of those health problems that gets a lot of buzz, and it can be hard to separate the panic from the actual risk. But, Dr. Minkin says we don't have to worry. "The risk of blood clots from taking birth control pills is extremely low." Talk with your doctor to assess your own risk.

Why does the number of partners I’ve had matter?
Our partners, or lack thereof, often feels like a private matter, and may be one of the last things we want to dish to our doctors about, lest they judge us. But, Dr. Minkin says, "The more partners you have, the more chances you have to acquire a sexually transmitted disease. Unprotected sex could wreak havoc on your fertility." In other words, it's not about judging you — it's about knowing more about your sexual health.

Will abortion affect my health?
This question is associated with a long history of anti-abortion politics. In fact, saying that having an abortion will affect fertility is a claim that the anti-choice movement leans heavily upon. However, it's a false assertion. Dr. Minkin says, "Abortion will not affect your future fertility or impact your health."

When should I start to be concerned about my fertility?
We often hear about women worrying about being able to have babies once they hit a certain age, but what that age is seems to vary. Says Dr. Minkin, "Women in their 30s should begin more actively considering their fertility. Women under 35 who have been trying to get pregnant for more than 12 months, or women older than 35 who have been trying to get pregnant for six months, should also consult a physician."

I want to have a baby. How can I identify my most fertile days of the month?
Not everyone has the luxury of simply having nonstop unprotected intercourse once the decision to reproduce is made. It's important to be in touch with your cycle and know which days your body is the most fertile. Dr. Minkin recommends using an at-home technology such as the First Response Fertility tests, which can gauge fertility potential.

Photo: Corepics/Spaces Images/Corbis.

This New Bar Encourages You To Drop Your Drink

2013-06-19T12:30:00-04:00

Nothing good comes from doing shots. Drop shots, however? Now that’s another story. Drop, the new DJ-driven lounge in Lincoln Park, has given us a reason to rethink chugging.

Drop is in the underground space that once housed Catacombs (if you remember that place, you’re giving away your age. And, we probably saw you there). Now, the cozy spot has a sleek new look inspired by the Mediterranean and one of the city’s most delicious cocktail lists. So, grab a seat at the mosaic-tiled bar or in a cozy corner nook, and get ready to do some serious imbibing.

The cocktail list is rife with can’t-go-wrong sips, but our favorite is the Mule Kick. To drink it, you drop lime-infused vodka into ginger beer and throw the whole thing back. If you’re in the market for something a little spicier, the Mexican Stand Off combines jalapeño-infused tequila with Corona. And if you’re getting the wee-hours blues, the Slipper Drop combines sambuca Irish Cream, with iced coffee.

There’s no food on the menu, but Bricks Pizza is right next door. And is it just us, or is pizza the ultimate chaser?

Drop, 1909 North Lincoln Avenue (at Wisconsin Street); 312-285-5356.

Photo: Courtesy of Drop

Twins, Wigs, Booze, & Kick Lines – This Short Film Has It All

2013-06-19T12:30:00-04:00

Director Ellen von Unwerth has captured the perfect girly afternoon. Playing dress up, drinking champagne, posing for photo shoots, and dancing. What more could anyone ask for? A sister to share it all with, of course! In Sister Act, von Unwerth's newest short film for Vs. Magazine, models Irina Shayk and Anne V live the fabulous life filled with laughter, fun, and sex appeal. And with a soundtrack that features Kool & The Gang's "Get Down On It" and Peaches & Herb's "Shake Your Groove Thing", this vid is a treat for the eyes and the ears.

Photo: Courtesy of Vs. Magazine

10-Minute Tortellini To Make Tonight

2013-06-19T12:20:00-04:00

Let’s face it: You’re busy — too busy to mess around with complicated cooking at the end of the day. Still, dinner should be more than just a cup full of cereal and the dream of a brighter tomorrow. Enter: Jenny Rosenstrach, a busy mom who makes dinner happen with style, simplicity, and just the right amount of sizzle. Whether or not you're cooking for kids, we love her easy, delicious approach. In fact, we love it so much, we'll be sharing one of her recipes every week, so you can have a life — and a REALLY good meal, too.

10-Minute Tortellini

Since you’ve been storing it in the freezer in a flattened ziploc (right?) first you thaw your frozen ragu under running water (since you’ve stored it in a flattened ziploc this should only take about 30 seconds). Stir your leftovers with a few dollops of fresh ricotta and freshly grated Parmesan in a small bowl. (You don’t want it to be very liquidy, so scooping ragu out of the ziploc with a slotted spoon might help.) If you are making ricotta ravioli, mix up another bowl with ricotta, Parmesan, and a few pinches of chopped spinach. Measurements are basically to taste.

Place a teaspoon of either mixture on top of a single wonton noodle. Fold into a triangle (you’ll need to paint the inside edges with a fingertip dipped in water to seal) and join bottom two corners to form tortellini shapes shown above. Repeat as many times as necessary. (I generally plan for 8 to 10 per grown-up, and 6 per kid.) For the ragu tortellini, you don’t need to do much else after you’ve boiled them for three minutes (your sauce is basically inside the pasta) so just swirl around in garlic and olive oil in the same pot they boiled in. But do this last step gently, wonton noodles are not as sturdy as traditional pasta. Serve ricotta tortellini with the sauce written up here.

Jenny Rosenstrach is the author of Dinner: A Love Story and the blog of the same name. She and her husband write The Providers column for Bon Appetit.

Photos: Courtesy of Dinner: A Love Story

Italian Court Finds Dolce & Gabbana Guilty Of $540M Tax Fraud

2013-06-19T12:10:00-04:00

The tax-evasion lawsuit against Domenico Dolce and Stefano Gabbana that first began in 2010 has finally come to a ruling today. And the verdict is guilty.

Judge Antonella Brambilla has changed the famously extravagant design duo with a one-year-and-eight-month sentence for their involvement in withholding 416 million euros (approximately 540 million dollars) in taxes, according to WWD. The site also reports that Domenico's brother, Alfonso; the D&G finance director, Giuseppe Minoni; and accountant Luciano Patelli were also charged for their involvement in withholding taxes in relation to the sale of the company to Gado S.r.I. in 2004. With hundreds of millions of dollars to account for, we have yet to see what this huge financial payback may mean for the future of the iconic Italian brand. (WWD)

Photo: Via WWD

Obesity Is Now A Disease, Says AMA — Yeah, No, Say We

2013-06-19T12:10:00-04:00

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Yesterday, the American Medical Association officially designated obesity as a disease — one requiring prevention and medical treatment. Although the AMA has no policy-making authority, it is hugely influential in shaping attitudes within the medical community, and the public at large — which means that its decision will change the conversation on fat for us all, not just the one-third of American adults who are defined as obese.

Spokespeople for the AMA say its decision will help physicians counsel obese patients, and encourage insurance companies to reimburse for obesity drugs and surgery. The decision goes against the AMA's own Council on Science and Public Health, which last year issued a study stating that obesity should not be considered a disease — mainly because the measure used to define obesity, the body mass index, is overly simplistic and flawed. And this is where the issue starts to get sticky for us.

Here's the thing: The BMI, a simple height-to-weight ratio, is not a reliable indicator of body composition. If you're large-framed, or especially muscular, your BMI will likely place you in the "overweight" range, even if you do not have excess fat. More importantly: Who says there's anything wrong with excess fat?

If you've ever stood at the finish line of a marathon, then you know that fitness comes in all sizes. Fat people can be both physically fit and metabolically healthy, with good blood pressure, cholesterol, resting heart rates, etc. — you know, all those markers that truly indicate health. That model-skinny girl on the cigarettes-and-Organic Avenue diet? Yeah, probably not so much.

When you look at a fat person or a skinny person, you can't truly know anything about their health — only their size. And that's why there's a major problem with classifying obesity as an illness. At best, it's incredibly lazy medicine to use a common co-factor of disease (obesity) as an indicator of disease itself. At worst, this decision stigmatizes a group of people who already suffer discrimination from society at large — and, yep, their doctors, too.

Despite years of conditioning that make us equate obesity with sloth, lack of will power, or ill health, we need to get a few things straight: Obesity is, simply, the condition of having lots of adipose tissue. Why that fat is there, and how it affects a person's health, is the result of an incredibly complex web of factors that includes fitness, genetics, amount and type of food intake. In fact, new research indicates that obesity may be far more affected by the types of foods we eat (i.e., insulin-producing refined carbs), than by the amount we eat or exercise. With so many factors in play, it makes no sense to stick obese people with a blanket diagnosis that does nothing to address their personal medical issues, or lack thereof.

The bottom line is, it doesn't help anyone to further medicalize and demonize fat. We need to work to erase medical and societal discrimination against the obese, and emphasize healthy lifestyle habits for everyone, instead of the quick fix of surgery and pills. We think this decision is a pretty major step back on both fronts.

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Girl Power: NASA's Newest Training Class Has More Women Than Ever

2013-06-19T12:00:00-04:00

These days, it can seem like the movement for women's equality is constantly taking two steps backward for every great stride forward — between equal pay and abortion laws, progress (or the lack thereof) is downright frustrating. But, we've got to give major props to some seriously pioneering (literally!) ladies who have been selected for NASA's newest trainee class. The group of eight potential astronauts is made up of four women, the highest number since the program began over 50 years ago. And, to top it off, two of the would-be space explorers are the youngest candidates ever selected.

The group of women — made up of a Marine, a Harvard professor, a station chief at the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, and a major in the U.S. Army — are set to start a grueling two-year training program, in which they'll be put through physical and mental tests to prepare for a mission to orbit. But, once they're done, they'll be eligible to man the first human mission to an asteroid, and even an exploration to Mars. You go, girls. (Telegraph)

Photo: Via NASA

Update: Taliban Peace Talks May Not Be Happening

2013-06-19T12:00:00-04:00

UPDATE: President Karzai abruptly broke off talks with the Obama administration today, saying that “the way the Taliban office was opened in Qatar and the messages which were sent from it was in absolute contrast with all the guarantees that the United States of America had pledged.” As events progressed yesterday, The New York Times reports that it became increasingly clear that the peace talks were more of a "publicity coup" by the Taliban than a real attempt at conflict resolution. Hours after the Doha office opening, insurgents attacked an American convoy in Afghanistan, killing four soldiers. It's unclear how peace talks will procede from here, though Karzai firmly stated that he would not engage with them unless the process is handled by Afghan officials. (The New York Times)

Originally published on Jun 18, 2013, 11:45 AM:
We interrupt your daily distractions with some pretty incredible breaking news — today, the Taliban announced in Doha, Qatar, that they may be ready to engage in peace talks with the Afghanistani government after 12 years of war. The New York Times reports that the announcement was made by Mohammed Naim, after two years of international negotiations between representatives of the extremist group and the country's government. Naim said the Taliban's goals “are limited to Afghanistan” and that they did not wish to “harm other countries.” These would be the first peace negotiations to take place since the war began.

An Obama administration official noted two key parts of the statement: The expressed desire to limit Taliban power to Afghanistan, which officials say constitutes an indirect reference to the Taliban regime's sheltering of Al Qaeda terrorists prior to 9/11; and, of course, a commitment to ending the war peacefully. These statements, according to a senior Obama administration official, “fulfill the requirement for the Taliban to open a political office in Doha for the purposes of negotiation with the Afghan government.” Taliban members will meet first with American representatives in Qatar later this week, followed by meetings with Afghanistan's High Peace Council.

The same official notes that there is no guarantee these talks will lead to any change. Afghanistani president Hamid Karzai expressed doubt that the announcement comes from a true desire for peace, saying that it may just be a play to gain more political legitimacy. (The New York Times)

Photo: Via The Guardian.

Face-Off: 6 R29 Staffers Share Their Secrets To The Perfect Natural Glow

2013-06-19T11:50:00-04:00

The elusive summer glow — we all want it, but few of us actually find it...without doing irreversible damage to our skin, that is. So, how's a gal supposed to perk up her mug for the sunny months? We went straight to five of our most luminous staffers to find out their secrets to a flawless summer complexion, and we have to say, their answers weren't always what we would have guessed.

From bronzing papers to tinted moisturizers to highlighting powders, each R29er has a different way of achieving that perfect summer glow...and a different product she swears by (you can even shop some of them in our exclusive boutique).

Click through to get the ladies' testimonials — and don't forget to leave your skin secret in the comments below. Sharing is caring, people.

Better Than 20/20 Vision: Cynthia Rowley Tackles Eyewear

2013-06-19T11:40:00-04:00

With the expansion of Cynthia Rowley's eponymous brand, which will now include fashionable eyewear, you can quite literally be decked out head to toe in the CFDA award-winning designer duds. Rowley Eyewear is the newest project from the New York-based designer, and we've got to say the collection is just as gorgeous as her clothing and other accessories.

With an array of shapes and colors, the choice is yours for what look you'll be sporting next. From cat-eye frames to aviators, and classic tortoise patterns to bright indigo hues, these glasses will be sure to bring some attention to your precious peepers. And for those not so optically challenged, don't feel left out, because Ms. Rowley has dreamed up some super-cute sunnies for her new collection, as well.

Oh, and did we mention how great the price point is? Coming in at just $129 per pair, these glasses may be beautiful enough to have you ditching the contacts, or at least kissing your outdated pair of glasses good-bye.

Photo: Courtesy of Rowley Eyewear

This Summer, Chelsea Market Expands With An Artists' Market

2013-06-19T11:30:00-04:00

We love Chelsea Market. Where else can you get crêpes, sushi, lobster rolls, wine, and more all under one roof? But every now and then we walk in, excited by the Anthropologie window display, and wonder, "Where are all the stores?" Indeed, the retail and restaurants list is heavy on the restaurants, not so much on the retail. And while we typically can't get enough gelato or Thai food, we were ecstatic to hear that Artists & Fleas will be setting up shop for the summer.

Founded in Williamsburg 10 years ago, Artists & Fleas has become a Brooklyn weekend-market mainstay. But starting June 21, the market-within-a-(Chelsea)-market will open daily from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.

So head to the corner of 10th Avenue and 15th Street for giant street-art graffiti murals, an enormous video wall, and goods from over 30 artists and boutiques such as Kevin Marcell, American Apothecary, and Stern Design Works. And then – lunch!

Photo: Courtesy of Artists & Fleas

Drop Everything: Alexander McQueen Inks A Fragrance Deal

2013-06-19T11:21:00-04:00

Oh happy day: WWD today announced that Alexander McQueen, choice fashion house of glamazons and future English queens alike, has inked a fragrance deal with Procter and Gamble.

P&G Prestige vice president Luigi Feola describes the monumentality of this move by the label: “We believe it’s probably the most prominent brand that is not yet playing in the luxury beauty market.” Although the fashion house is not a fragrance virgin (the designer's previous two fragrances, Kingdom and My Queen, have since been discontinued), this deal with P&G Prestige marks a totally new phase in McQueen beauty.

The biggest difference this time? Sarah Burton, who has apparently been antsy to get her hands dirty in the fragrance world. While there is not yet a release date for the first fragrance, we can already imagine that it will smell of glamour, danger, and Elizabethan collars — guys, this is going to be good. (WWD)

Photo: Courtesy of Alexander McQueen

Ouch! This Avant-Garde Pinterest Board Is Seriously Sharp

2013-06-19T11:10:00-04:00

One of the best things about Pinterest is that you can create your own little (or big) world. Office rules of proper dress, makeup, and style don't apply when you pick and pin your favorite images. You can challenge your viewers, and yourself, with the boldest, baddest looks possible, and no one's going to second-guess all that boundary-defying behavior.

So, when we partnered with Revlon to find the best boards out there, we just had to bring up the beauty board created by makeup artist, crafter, and self-described "dreamer" Nicola Gavins of Edmonton, Alberta. The Canadian pinner is drawn to innovative, inspiring runway and editorial images that veer toward the atypical, conceptual, and awesomely avant-garde. Of course, we also dig the fact that this professional makeup artist pays serious attention to beauty fundamentals. Even with her cutting-edge taste, Gavins' pins show that she knows even the most challenging look starts with the right, lush lip.

Revlon Super Lustrous Lipgloss in Pink Pop, $7.99, available at Revlon.

8 Essentials For The Most Tricked-Out Picnic, Ever

2013-06-19T11:00:00-04:00

In case it is not marked in indelible ink in your diary, it’s currently National Picnic Week! In celebration of an event as exciting as this, we’re urging you to get into the spirit of things by vowing to eat lunch al fresco this week. So, come on British sunshine, do us proud.

Whether you're eating on a bench outside the office or heading to the park with a group of chums at the weekend, it's time to make picnicking a priority. And, because sandwiches alone don’t cut it, we’ve rounded up the best picnic essentials that, obviously, you can't leave the house without. Gather the troops, stock up on supplies, and head out on a very British outing. Save us an egg and cress, while you're at it?

Photo: Courtesy of John Lewis

Anchorman 2 Trailer Welcomes Kristen Wiig To The World Of Salon Quality Hair

2013-06-19T10:50:00-04:00

By the Hammer of Thor, the official trailer for Anchorman 2 is here. They debuted a teaser a month ago, but the plotline was a mystery. Now we have context, something to keep us satisfied until it opens December 20. We've got a gut feeling this is going to be good, and while Will Ferrell and a scantily clad, mustached Paul Rudd pique our funny bone, we're more excited about Kristen Wiig's role.

Our favorite funny lady plays Steve Carell's socially awkward, nerdy counterpart. We're not movie oracles over here, but we're betting ten bucks these two date — or at least share an awkward/funny/should-I-be-laughing-at-this make-out sesh. Meanwhile, the 70s are over and a new, younger, more attractive anchor (the forever-young James Marsden) has come to replace Ron and co. The legends of the news room (and their salon quality hair) will have to fight to stay relevant, but honestly, when have they never not been? (HYPEBEAST)

Video: Courtesy of Paramount International.

Swag Pop Duo Karmin On Body Wash, The JoBros, And Rapping In The Shower

2013-06-19T10:40:00-04:00

If you haven't heard of swag pop duo Karmin yet, get ready, because these two stylish cats are about to take over the world (yes, they are a couple — cute right?). Nick Noonan and Amy Heidemann have been tearing up YouTube with their mix of covers and original tracks — and now they've made it to the big time with a new single, a forthcoming album, and a sweet-smelling partnership with Tone body wash (not to mention some seriously informative hair tutorials).

Before you guys started making sweet music together, you were students at the Berklee College of Music in Boston. What were your first impressions of each other?
Nick Noonan: "I thought she was stuck up."
Amy Heidemann: "Yeah, I looked at him and I was like, 'Ugly.' Just kidding!"

Where are you guys from originally?
AH: "He’s from Maine, I’m from Nebraska, and we ended up in Boston. We were there for about eight years. We actually started making YouTube videos like three years ago, so it wasn’t a long time that we were doing it. We did it once a week, and then the Look At Me Now video just kind of blew it over the top."

Was that your plan — to throw down videos once a week and just see what happened?
NN: "Pretty much! We were too broke to tour, so we just had to figure out how to do it online."
AH: "Yeah, we were thinking about how we could get an audience, and YouTube was just starting to blow up."

We're really in love with your cover of Super Bass. Being able to rap like that is our most-desired secret power. Amy, how does your mouth go so fast?
AH: "I didn’t know I could do that. I mean, I was a little girl in Nebraska. There are not really many female rappers in Nebraska. I thought people would think I was crazy, but they enjoyed it, thankfully."

How did you learn it? Nick, did you quiz her?
AH: "When I was younger — this is a true story — I used to rap in the shower. Everything is so echoey, it’s a lot like a studio. And I’ve been using Tone Body Wash during my rap sessions, so when they called us, I was like, 'This is so weird,' because I had actually been using their body wash as my rapping microphone."

Do you guys both use Tone? Is it unisex?
NN: "We do, actually."
AH: "The Ocean Therapy scent is like, a spa smell. It’s not fruity or floral."

Tell us more about what you guys have in store with Tone this summer.
NN: "We’re going on tour with the Jonas brothers, so in partnership with Tone, we've created these different fan experiences. So, you can go onto their Facebook page and enter to win tickets to hang out with us backstage, at sound check..."
AH: "There might even be some other random contest prizes. We’ve come up with some good ideas, like a shopping spree, a movie day..."
NN: "You can win both of us on an elephant (laughs)!"

It sounds like you guys have a huge summer coming up.
AH: "Well, our new single, Acapella, just came out, and it actually is 90 percent a cappella. It doesn’t sound like Glee — we made it more hip-hop — and we’re really excited about it. The new album is due out later this summer, and we're touring from July 10th through August 16th."

That’s awesome. So, Amy, we love your beauty look — how has it evolved over time?
AH: "Well, when we were on YouTube, I started doing the suicide roll, which is kind of that retro thing. I had no idea how to do it — in the Look At Me Now video, it’s really bad. And then eventually I learned backcombing, so it’s been a process. I’ve made some hair tutorials and put those up; people like those for some reason!"

Hair tutorials?! We love hair tutorials!
NN: "Her curly one actually went viral on Pinterest."
AH: "On Pinterest it has, like, three million hits. And I’m just sitting there like, curling my hair. But I recently went blonde which was a big change. Wavy, short blonde — I always wanted to try it."

One last question: we recently published a story that told The Truth About Carbs. What are your thoughts on the whole gluten-free movement?
AH: "Oh, we love avoiding bread, it’s really amazing actually (laughs)."
NN: "There's a lyric in Acapella that goes: 'Thought he was gluten-free, but all that I got was bread.' Bread meaning money, in this case."

Photo: Courtesy of Marina Maher Communications

First Look At Robert Pattinson's New Dior Ads: There Is Kissing Involved

2013-06-19T10:20:00-04:00

Extreme swoon alert: It appears Robert Pattinson's Dior Homme fragrance ads will, in fact, be as sexy as we had hoped. Though previously released imagery was about as clean-cut as it gets, two new photos with a decidedly more grown-up vibe were leaked on Twitter. And it looks like there will be kissing. Heavy kissing. Kissing with blonde girls. Internet K.Stew fans, prepare for the fight of your life.

Nobody's definitively identified the model yet. But speculation says that the lucky lady is either Camille Rowe or Alma Jodorowsky. Whoever it is, things obviously got pretty saucy in front of the cameras at NYC's Waldorf Astoria. There was plenty of sharp, chiseled jawline to be had, which is aways a good thing. Of course, this is just a taste of what we imagine is a pretty major campaign, given the choice of such a very famous face. Now, we play the waiting game. (E! Online)

Photo: E! Online/via Twitter.

Balenciaga Sues Ghesquière Over That Too-Honest Interview

2013-06-19T10:20:00-04:00

A few months after leaving Balenciaga, Nicolas Ghesquière gave one of the most enlightening, honest accounts of what it's like for a creative genius to work within the confines of a corporation. Published in System Magazine, the interview by Jonathan Wingfield paints a pretty bleak picture of the support structure at Balenciaga: "I never had a partner, and I ended up feeling too alone. I had a marvelous studio and design team who were close to me, but it started becoming a bureaucracy and gradually became more corporate, until it was no longer even linked to fashion."

Now, Kering, which owns Balenciaga, is suing Ghesquière for "breach of duty of confidentiality" stemming from his interview. Interestingly, this doesn't suggest that Ghesquière's statements were libelous, but that they were too real. Ghesquière is still currently displaced after having left the brand in November of 2012. (Vogue.uk)

Everything You Need For Your Next Trip To The Beach — Mai Tai Not Included

2013-06-19T10:00:00-04:00

A quote that's always stuck with me when getting ready is one from Coco Chanel: “Before leaving the house, a lady should stop, look in the mirror, and remove one piece of jewelry.” The takeaway is to keep it simple — especially when it comes to packing.

Whether you're escaping the city heat to the Hamptons or indulging in your wino ways in Napa, 'tis the season for a weekend getaway and that means one thing: Learning how to pack the perfect carry-on.

To keep my packing on point, I'm stuffing this little guy with just the essentials — which to me means lipstick and dresses. See the two perfect-for-summer outfits I've got planned with the makeup to match. A dress is only as good as the lipstick that goes with it, am I right?

ASOS Maxi Dress With Stepped Hem, $93.34, available at ASOS; Zara Top With Sheer Stripe, $59.90, available at Zara; J.Crew Panama Hat in Natural, $58, available at J.Crew; Revlon Super Lustrous™ Lipstick in Nude Attitude, $6.99, available at Ulta; Swiss Army Spectra Global Carry-On, $299.99, available at Swiss Army. It’s the perfect time of year to pull out my whites. No matter where I am headed for a weekend getaway, I always need an option to go from day to night. The one time I don’t pack anything dressy is the time something epic happens and I have NOTHING to wear. Insert the cutest skort there ever was. It's business in the front, party in the back, and perfect for running around. Then throw on a light, breezy white blouse to go with it.

Rocking a monochromatic white look makes you look instantly put-together. But since the outfit is void of color, makeup is key. I like to give my lips a punchy, bright color. I have a bit of a lip color obsession, so l take every opportunity to swipe on something bold. For an all-white ensemble, I'm going for a red orange lip, using Revlon Super Lustrous™ Lipstick in Fire & Ice. You can layer it on for really pigmented color or keep it light for just a hint of tint.

Then I keep my eye makeup mellow with a light swipe of bronze shadow (like Revlon PhotoReady™ Primer, Shadow + Sparkle in Metropolitan) and apply a few layers of my favorite volumizing mascara.

Zara Foldover Skort in Ecru, $49.99, available at Zara. Going somewhere tropical or just want to BE tropical? It’s all about bright colors, so pick the hottest hue you can find and rock out with your bold self. This ASOS dress is great because I can just roll it up in my suitcase. And the high-low hemline is fun and flirty for that sunset cocktail date with the mysterious man in the pale blue silk blouse at the Tiki bar. Girl can dream, right?

I also never go to a sunny destination without a hat. It blocks out the sun and covers up a questionable hair day so that you can spend less time getting ready and more time on the beach with your feet in the sand.

For a punchy eye to go with that killer dress, I love a good compact so that I don’t have to pack separate colors, like Revlon PhotoReady™ Primer, Shadow + Sparkle in Bohemian. I usually tend to gravitate towards the neutral shadows, but this minty turquoise is a great way to inject another color to your look.

To finish my makeup, I picked a light neutral gloss in a nude peachy tone to give my lips some shine without competing with my eyes. Try Revlon Super Lustrous™ Lipstick in Honey Bare.

When you're packing for your next weekend getaway, take a little time to plan your looks ahead so that you can work on your tan instead of figuring out what to wear to dinner. And for your makeup, always pack compacts so that you can mix and match with your looks while saving some room in your carryon. Like Chanel says, less is more.

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Club Monaco Drop Earrings, $49.50, available at Club Monaco.

Photo Nerds, Brace Yourselves: The New G-Star x Leica Collab Is Pure Gold

2013-06-19T08:00:00-04:00

We're suckers for a genius collaboration here at R29, and the news of the latest crossover between luxe denim brand G-Star and iconic camera brand Leica has us all abuzz. This summer, the brands will introduce the Leica DLux 6 "Edition by G-Star RAW," or the RAW Leica. Modern updates will be given to the classic camera, such as an enhanced structure that will allow for an easier grip and a special-edition brown leather case and carrying strap.

While it may seem a bit unlikely, this collaboration makes perfect sense with G-Star coming off several successful crossovers with the likes of American bike manufacturer Cannondale, swiss furniture brand Prouvé, and others. And the industrial aesthetic of the German camera brand will undoubtedly pair well with the high-quality sensibilities of G-Star. The worldwide collectible will be available in Leica stores and boutiques, and before you know it, this creative crossover just might turn you into a regular Ansel (in better fitting denim, of course).

Photo: Courtesy of G-Star

Spice Up the White! Espionage’s Taylor King Shares 3 Perfect Summer Outfits

2013-06-19T08:00:00-04:00

When we imagine spending time under the summer sun, we’re usually wearing one thing, and one thing only: a perfect, carefree white dress. Nothing says "summer" quite like it – it’s undeniable, right? But, because the effortless piece can make us feel completely and utterly at ease (a good thing!), we sometimes find the rest of our outfits feeling a bit, well, snoozy.

To give a necessary jolt to our fave seasonal go-to, we enlisted local model and owner of top Beverly Boulevard designer resale boutique, Espionage, Taylor King. Just watch her take that white dress and makes it sparkle. From breathtakingly elegant to flirty and boho, this stunner serves up three looks that will have you floating on cloud nine. Bonus: All featured pieces (and more!) are available at Taylor's rad shop, so take that outfit envy you're sure to be feeling and turn it into some buying action. Your summer wardrobe will thank you.

The Go-Anywhere Dress
Opt for a flat or chunky sandal (no spindly stilettos here!), and your white dress can take you from a daytime cookout (careful with that Tapatio!) to a swanky evening gathering with friends. Tip: A more-modest sleeve length lends itself to versatile venue-hopping!

Reiss Deis Lace and Frill Fitted Dress, $192, available at Reiss, Michael Kors Thin Bangle, $95, available at Michael Kors, Tarte Bronze & Glow Matte Bronzer & Cheek Tint, $32, available at Sephora, Ecote Mixed Print Embroidered Envelope Clutch, $49, available at Urban Outfitters, Topshop Sacha Wooden Platforms, $116, available at Topshop.
The Gatsby Dress
When going formal with a white gown, it's crucial to keep things firmly on the right side of bridal — That is, you don't want to look like a runaway bride. To maintain that balance, skip the silver heels and chose a flat instead, and go for earthy tones in your accessory choices. Vintagey metallics keep things luxe (though this Nina Ricci number doesn't need much assistance!).

Nina Ricci Fishtail Lace Gown, $2457, available at Matches Fashion, Orelia Thread and Chain Plaited Lariat Necklace, $42.43, available at ASOS, Whiting and Davis Peacock Bag, $225, available at eBags, Forever 21 Faux Pearl Bow Hair Pins, $3.80, available at Forever 21, Loeffler Randall Luella Mignon Flat Sandals, $236, available at Loeffler Randall.
The Classic Shirt Dress
This wardrobe workhorse can take you from the office to an afternoon shopping escapade in sweet, effortless ease. Brown leather accssories keep it grounded, while a hot pink box clutch adds some sass to a slightly buttoned-up look!

Diane von Furstenberg Montana Stretch-Cotton Shirt Dress, $375, available at Net-a-porter, Dorothy Perkins Round Sunglasses in Black, $14, available at Dorothy Perkins, Anthropologie Reflected Buckle Belt, $58, available at Anthropologie, Serpui Marie Woven Minaudiere in Bibba Pinks, $187, available at Shopbop, Seychelles Thyme Wedge Sandals, $95, available at Urban Outfitters.

Art Attack! 15 Prints To Spruce Up Any Pad

2013-06-19T08:00:00-04:00

If you get a sting of sadness every time you glance at your home's current wall situation, we feel you. Whether you're staring at a stark space or an unfortunate decor blunder, we're firm believers that these embellishments (or lack thereof) can directly impact your joy meter — Feng Shui 101, people.

To keep the revamp momentum going strong, we've sourced 15 rad prints that will change up your casa in a snap. From abstract, whimsical wonders to thoughtful photo portraits, here's an all-star roundup of prints — many of them from local artists to boot. Get ready for a major art attack ahead, without a hefty price tag. It's a win-win!

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6 Summer Swimsuit Trends That Flatter

2013-06-19T07:20:00-04:00

The last time you went shopping for an on-trend swimsuit was probably a long time ago (the trend might have even been My Little Pony, if you catch our drift), and it's not hard to see why: Swimsuits are so body-specific, so personal, and so hard to find that when you do finally come across a pair that makes you feel like a babe, you don't often have the luxury of choosing between trends.

But what if you could find a swimsuit that was both flattering and also fun to wear? We've come across six non-challenging trends that you don't have to be an VS angel to rock, whether you're a two-piece and one-piece fan. Click through to see 'em all. Feel that? That's you actually get excited about swimsuit shopping!

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Apparently Leg-Hair Stockings Are The New Pepper Spray

2013-06-19T07:00:00-04:00

Let's play pretend for a hot second: You and your girls are finally hitting the town after weeks of rescheduling. Your favorite LBD is dry-cleaned, you've got a fresh mani/pedi, blown-out hair, and some pumps you know you're going to regret wearing, but hey, sacrifices must be made in the name of style. Some conservative misogynists would argue that you're asking for "trouble" leaving your house in an outfit like that — but you beg to differ. You've slipped on a pair of leg-hair stockings underneath that black dress, and no one is going to approach you if your legs are hairy, no matter how sexy you look on top. Duh.

Okay, sarcasm over. Are faux-hairy legs a necessary preventive action a woman can take to ensure her safety when she goes out at night? To that end, China has introduced the hairy-leg stocking as a means of protecting its female population from unsolicited male attention. A Sina Welbo user described them as, "Super sexy, summertime anti-pervert full-leg-of-hair stockings." To which we say, to each her own. If a woman wants to rock the au natural look, she should go for it. But, is leg hair an "essential for all young girls going out?" Probably not.

The problem with these leggings isn't the leg hair (J.Crew made a pair of tights whose pattern unintentionally resembled hairy legs); these leggings are suggesting that rape happens based on the way you look, dress, and act — that "perverts" only want hairless, smooth, Nair'd out gams. It's as if they're saying the smoother the legs, the more rape-prone the girl. That's a pricklier statement than some unshaven pegs. (Cosmopolitan)

Image: via Cosmopolitan.

Turns Out, Even Vogue Editors Have Painful Childhood Memories

2013-06-19T07:00:00-04:00

It seems that even magazine editors are "blessed" with awkward childhood memories. British Vogue editor-in-chief, Alexandra Shulman, has just revealed her days of a “no potato” diet…as enforced by her mother.

Though in an enviable position at the helm of the U.K.’s fashion bible, during an interview on Radio 4’s Desert Island Discs, Shulman reveals the bittersweet memory: “My mum — I think I was about 10 — was worried I was getting really podgy so she said to the headmistress of our school 'can you make sure Alexandra doesn’t have potato?'"

Humiliating, huh? (Seriously, we’d take a swing at anyone who got in the way of us and those buttery, creamy carbs.) She continues, “I can still see it now, we’d have mashed potato in a Pyrex bowl with that pool of butter soaked into the middle of it and it would be on the table at school. And I love mashed potato.” So do we, Alex. So. Do. We.

It sounds completely cruel, but she manages to joke about it now. And, reading between the lines, her mother’s forceful ways maybe did us good, too. Editing Vogue since 1992, Shulman has outright refused to feature diets in the magazine, and bans stick-thin models from gracing her pages. What’s more, whilst she might not be as willowy as Wintour, or as cool as Carine, nowadays, she never compares herself to fellow females at the mag. So, perhaps tough love isn’t so bad. Mummies just care, don’t they? (Daily Mail)

Photo: Via Daily Mail

14 Ways To Perk Up Your Pad — Straight From The Pros

2013-06-19T07:00:00-04:00

Now that spring has gone, 'tis the season for makeovers. And we're not just talking about your wardrobe — it's time to get your pad in tip-top shape. For the ultimate inspiration, we turned to a few of Chicago's coolest interior designers for expert tips and the season's best decor wonders. Now you can give your apartment a whole new look — and still have time to catch The Bachelor in home sweet style.

Valli Ravindran's Outfits Will Make You Smile—It's Practically Guaranteed

2013-06-19T06:40:00-04:00

Valli Ravindran, Head of Product, Tablet Hotels

Award-winning product designer Valli Ravindran has been the creative force behind projects such as Fresh Grub, Thiaao, and most recently Tablet Hotels, but her most creative feats might just be her playful ensembles — which we can attest to, as she's also a former R29er. Bright colors, artistic shapes, and a mix-and-match mentality make her outfits not only eye-catching but also endlessly joyful.

And, when it comes to Ravindran's feel-good outfits, she has no qualms about paying it forward. With a collection that mixes ASOS, Opening Ceremony, and treasures found around the globe, there is only one piece in her closet that she will never part with…Perhaps, because it's the happiest of all.

My style in six words or less:
"Happy, breezy, bright, and artsy."

The dressing difficulties I've had to overcome:
"Sometimes I am unrealistic in the way I put an outfit together, [so] learning to put practical before pretty."

My favorite up-and-coming designers:
"Tsumori Chisato, a Japanese designer — I dig her edgy cuts and the details she adds. Nishe, a Hong Kong-based designer, makes dresses that are fused with girly patterns and soft fabrics, perfect for a spring/summer wardrobe."

My most surprising, out-of-left-field fashion find:
"I was traveling in the remote areas of northern India, near the border of China, and I found this elaborate, vintage-beaded headgear for a bargain — not sure if it was worn by the empress or the local tribe, but it sure works as a statement necklace, and I love it."

My three favorite places to shop:
"Pixie Market, ASOS, and Opening Ceremony."

I could never, ever part with:
"My wedding Lehenga, everything else is a-okay to recycle."

My definitive summer go-to outfit:
"I am a dress girl for most of the year, and summer is an extra-special time to add more frills and flair to it. Pair ‘em with a pair of platform shoes, round shades, and a crossbody satchel – a ‘happy’ combination to stroll around and smell the tulips all season long."

Styled by Laura Pritchard, Hair by Bethany Brill, Makeup by Tiffany Patton

Joe Fresh white silk blouse; Ark & Co. floral shorts; Anthropologie Fanned Raffia Pendant, $58, available at Anthropologie; Loeffler Randall straw sandal with lime piping; ASOS ombré socks; Vintage pink hat; Pixie Market and Nasty Gal assorted rings.

3 Summer Date Ideas And What To Wear To Each!

2013-06-19T06:00:00-04:00

There's something about warm weather that makes you want to find that special someone to share it with. After all, fireworks are best watched with someone's arm around you, right? So, to liven up your dating life, we've put together a quick-hit trio of couple-friendly outings and outfits to match. Whether it's your first time meeting, or you know his face by heart, these ideas and looks are worth falling in love with.

Take An Outdoor Photography Class
Get to know your new date (or an old one!) by learning something together. Outdoor Rise provides a ton of interesting, non-competitive classes so you can hone your skills whilst honing in on one another. For this, we suggest a twist on a T-shirt and shorts that could go straight to an outdoor lunch or dinner afterwards. Best part? There's even a class as early as tonight!
Outdoor Rise Photo Classes, times and locations vary.

Jet John Eshaya Cargo Vest, $210, available at Intermix; Jean Paul Gaultier Vintage Motor Bike Print Shorts, $384.48, available at FarFetch; J.Crew Vintage Cotton Cap-Sleeve Tee, $29.50, available at J.Crew; ASOS Limited Edition Link Choker, $21.21, available at ASOS; Soludos Dali Coral Espadrilles, $28, available at Soludos.

Photo: Via Outdoor Rise

Drink On The Met Rooftop
A sunset becomes even more memorable when you're surrounded by a work of art. Cheers to the day that has finished or a great night ahead from the top of your favorite museum, surrounded by a rare installation. Keep it flirty yet casual in a comfortable (but still feminine) sandal and breezy dress that'll pop against the sky as night falls.
The Roof Garden Commission: Imbran Qureshi at The Metropolitan Museum of Art, 1000 Fifth Avenue (at 82nd Street); 212-535-7710. Drinks from 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays.

Dolce Vita Elka, $117.90, available at Dolce Vita; Balmain Studio Aviator Sunglasses, $500, available at Shopbop; Marc by Marc Jacobs Light Blue Lily Dot Destroyed Jean Jacket, $290, available at Stylebop; Forever21 Envelope Crossbody $19.80, available at Forever21; Topshop Horse Print Slip, $80, available at Topshop.

Photo: Marley White/NYC & Company

Go To The Ballet
Especially this summer, the American Ballet Theatre at the Metropolitan Opera House is serving up some amazing shows from this week's Swan Lake, to later summer's Don Quixote and Sleeping Beauty. We recommend classic colors with a modern, flirty silhouette.
The American Ballet Theatre at Lincoln Center, West 65th Street (between Columbus and Amsterdam avenues); 212-721-6500.

Theory Blazer, $342, available at The Corner; Talula Brickell Bustier, $22, available at Aritzia; Zara Laminated High-Heel Sandals With Ankle Strap, $49.90, available at Zara; Rouland Mouret Skirt, $655.50, available at The Outnet.

Photo: Joe Buglewicz/NYC & Company

5 Things To Know This AM

2013-06-19T06:00:00-04:00

Stone Cold Fox is designing an exclusive line for Urban Outfitters? Have we died and gone to cool-kid heaven? Yes, it appears we have. (Urban Outfitters)

The indie Fourth of July party is so indie and untraditional that you've probably never even heard of such a thing — until now. (Glo)

Think what you want about Forever21, but they've got a keen eye for street style — and now that its blog is up and running, so do you. (21st Street)

You're going to have to eBay those 3.1 Phillip Lim high-tops if you want them with the brand's newly redesigned logo. It seems the spherical insignia is only sold in China. (WWD)

Hoarding has never (and probably won't ever) look as beautiful as it does in Interview magazine's newest editorial. (The Gloss)

Photo: Courtesy of Urban Outfitters.

Do-Good Design: Paul Smith & Co. Take On World Hunger

2013-06-19T06:00:00-04:00

Paul Smith is on a mission. It’s not a knitwear one, nor a colourful stripe-y one. No, it’s all in the name of charity. The iconic Brit designer is showing his support to end global hunger by leading the campaign for Enough Food for Everyone.

June 8 saw tens of thousands of people flock to Hyde Park for this same worthy cause. The Big IF rally demanded the attention of the G8 members, and highlighted the need to tackle — and end — world hunger. The premise: Everyone can have enough food if world leaders act now. The celeb-packed event got some love from Rita Ora, David Beckham, and Gemma Arterton, who all pledged their support for the cause, and now, Sir Paul Smith is standing up to the problem, too — by raising cash and awareness.

Along with Julian Macdonald, Bora Asku, Jena Theo, and David Koma, Smith has questioned the biggest “what if” in his own life, and stamped the answer on to a recyclable wristband, available for you to purchase. For Smith, it was, “What if I had never met Pauline?”, and for Macdonald, it was, “What if Karl Lagerfeld hadn't spotted me?” Heavy questions — and we encourage you to ask your own, in the form of your own personalized accessory.

So, what are you waiting for? Look good, do good, and go, get yours. (Elle)

Photo: Via Elle

5 Things To Know This AM

2013-06-19T06:00:00-04:00

Gentlemen! The Style Guide is a new online platform by Dan Trepanier and TSBMen that organizes thousands of men's style photographs into an easy-to-use source for outfit inspiration. Support the cause by visiting The Style Guide's Indiegogo page. Then get ready for some serious style. (TSBMen)

Based out of Charleston, South Carolina, BANGS is a new footwear company that's taking steps in the right direction by supporting six nonprofit organizations fighting for sustainable change. (BANGS)

Have you always wanted to be the one ordering the wine at a dinner party? Always wished you were the one handed the wine list? Well, now you can be a connoisseur by attending the monthly Asiate Wine Dinner Series, starting June 24. Call 212-805-8809 to reserve your seat. (Asiate)

With the release of Kanye's "Yeezus" album it's time to celebrate. Or maybe you're not a fan and the only way you'll be able to make it through the entire album is with a cold one in hand. Either way, Lifestyle Mirror has the beer pairing to make the experience complete. (Lifestyle Mirror)

The Astronaut Wives Club, Lily Koppel's book sharing the stories of real women who stood by their silver-suited husbands, launched at The James Hotel's rooftop. The celebration included moon pies, Tang cocktails, and a toast to "Astro Wives" everywhere. (The Astronaut Wives Club)

Photo: Courtesy of Carly Otness/BFAnyc.com

Capitol Hill 101: Dine, Drink, & Play In D.C.'s Iconic Neighborhood

2013-06-19T06:00:00-04:00

Blame it on House of Cards (or Scandal, Veep, and the other addictive shows set in the heart of our city). Fact is, we're completely enamored with Capitol Hill. Aside from its status as the country's most powerful 'hood, we'd also argue that the Hill is one of the District's most scenic destinations. Who can argue with expansive parks, ample bars and restos, and tons of darling rowhouses? Oh, and it's also full of charm, personality, and a whole lot of really good grub. Whether you're a local hunting for new spots or a total stranger to the turf, you'll be hooked after this personal tour. Let's go!

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Going To Glastonbury? There's An App For That

2013-06-19T05:00:00-04:00

Never one to miss a trick, the grandfather of the U.K. festival scene, Glastonbury, just updated its app, and it is cooler and cleverer than we might have expected.

Making life a lot easier for the hoards of festival-goers, the app allows users to plan ahead, build itineraries, and share schedules through their social media channels. Or, in short, it's designed specifically to make us sorry souls at home insanely jealous.

Designed by EE, Glastonbury’s official digital partner, the app is available to download on Apple and Android handsets now, and there’s already plenty to get you hyped up for the event. But don’t despair, non-ticketholders. There’s something for you, too. To help you totally feel like you’re at the festival yourself, the kind people over at the BBC have promised to upload over 250 hours of live coverage and streaming content. So, grab your Hunter wellies, plug in your earphones, and say hello Glastonbury minus the mud — sort of. (Digital Spy)

Photo: Via Digital Spy

Take A Spin Around An Ultra-Cool DJ's TDF Vintage Wardrobe

2013-06-19T02:30:00-04:00

Lou Hayter wears many hats. Okay, not literally. But, as a much sought-after DJ and one half of electro duo Tomorrow’s World, Hayter is constantly on the move.

Which is something you can tell her wardrobe appreciates — by way of all the fabulous, found-'round-the-globe vintage treasures she collects. Click through to check out the fruits of her worldwide shopping endeavours, ahead.

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Disconcerting: New, Restrictive Abortion Bill Passed By House Of Reps

2013-06-19T00:30:00-04:00

Tonight, the House of Representatives passed an abortion regulation bill that is both restrictive and extensive. Proposed by Arizonan representative Trent Franks, the bill — known as the “Pain-Capable Unborn Child Protection Act” — would prevent abortions after 20 weeks (halfway through the pregnancy and the second trimester). This cutoff is based on the theory that fetuses can feel pain 20 weeks after pregnancy begins. Medically speaking, the theory is still contested.

The bill passed 228 to 196, though it likely won't make it much further, as Obama has already issued a veto threat should the measure eventually make it through the Senate. Many, including John Boehner and Marjorie Dannenfelser (president of the anti-abortion action committee the Susan B. Anthony List), are framing this bill in light of the publicity around the trial of Kermit Gosnell, an abortion practitioner in Philadelphia who was convicted last month of the first-degree murder of three living babies delivered at his clinic. Worth noting: After the votes came in, Organizing for Action released a statement calling the bill "one of the most unbelievable, unconstitutional attacks on women's health in a long time."

If Franks' name sounds familiar to you, it might be because he made headlines earlier this month for saying that very few rapes actually result in pregnancies (though he later clarified that his intended meaning was that few pregnancies terminated after the fifth month are the result of rape). The bill offers exception for rapes reported within 48 hours, minors who are victims of incest, and cases that put the mother's life at stake. According to the Statement of Administration Policy issued by the White House, the bill "would unacceptably restrict women’s health and reproductive rights and is an assault on a woman’s right to choose…This bill is a direct challenge to Roe v. Wade and shows contempt for women’s health and rights, the role doctors play in their patients’ health care decisions, and the Constitution.” (The Washington Post)

Image: Via The Washington Post.

Nothing To Wear? Let The Instant-Outfit Geniuses At Madewell Help

2013-06-18T19:00:00-04:00

Besides churning out great denim and the cutest slouchy tees we've seen, Madewell also provides an invaluable service: It pretty much cures the condition we've dubbed the "What-To-Wear Worries." Thanks to its knack for making clothes that are equal parts stylish and easy to wear, we may never face an overflowing closet dilemma ever again.

Take the 10 incredibly versatile pieces ahead. That swingy, striped tennis dress? Completely chic with heels for evening — or, take advantage of its easy, drop-waist silhouette and make that bad boy your brunch go-to. That A-line, flower-power frock? Equally at home at the office or your best friend's wedding.

Click on for Madewell's 10 best dresses and skirts. Trust us, these babies will answer that "what-to-wear" lament before it even escapes your lips.

Veronica Mars Movie First Pic: Kristen Bell Is A Ray Of Sunshine

2013-06-18T18:40:00-04:00

Ever wondered what Kristen Bell is up to? Assume that, at all times, she is extremely busy being painfully adorable with her husband, Dax Shepard, and their newborn child. She's obviously too occupied with cuteness to work out, which doesn't explain how she returned to her petite figure just a few months after giving birth at the end of March. However, it does explain how she managed to make us even more excited for the Veronica Mars movie than we previously thought possible. The crowd-funded film adaptation of the show raised over $5 million in one month, and that comes as no surprise, considering we would have gladly bet all our worldly possessions to see it happen. This first photo from the set of the movie is proof that it's gonna be a raucous good time filled with glittering sunshine and hula hoops:

Yes, Kristen Bell lives in a magical land of smiles and rainbows. Perhaps someday you, too, can go there. But for now, you'll just have to wait for the movie to come out and settle for that. (Us Weekly)

Photo: Via Twitter.

Jail Stripes, Studs, & Charms: Seoul Shows Us How It's Done

2013-06-18T18:40:00-04:00

In case you haven’t noticed, we’re kind of into stripes here at R29. Vertical, horizontal…you can’t go wrong with a classic, striped piece in your wardrobe. But, this look takes our favorite to the next level.

In this pretty-as-a-picture street-style snap, Korean accessories designer Song Hee shows us how to pull off a bold, jail-striped skirt. To accentuate the high-waist skirt, she rocks a graphic crop top and sports a chunky Salut de Miel necklace with a fun mix of metal chains, charms, and even a fringe tassel. To polish off the eclectic look, Hee carries an eye-grabbing, yellow-studded clutch and threw on an oversized, green blazer. After this killer getup, we may have to try switching out our tamer, go-to Breton tee for a serious, statement-making stripe.

The GOP's New Plan To Approach Liberal Youths Is Hilarious (No, Really)

2013-06-18T18:00:00-04:00

Young liberals of the world, what's your problem with the GOP's most conservative factions? Is it the determination to deny women the right to manage their own bodies? Perhaps it's the staunch anti-gay propaganda? No, no. It's that all those old guys just aren't funny enough. Unlike Obama, who is basically the Steve Martin of presidency, with his laugh-a-minute speeches on the IRS and knee-slapper interviews on NSA security scandals (although, to be fair, Joe Biden actually is the Steve Martin of presidency).

At yesterday's Faith and Freedom Coalition Conference in D.C., conservatives met to discuss a variety of things, namely, how to market the GOP brand to Millennial voters. The party is in a bit of a crisis, and have basically been hemorrhaging young voters year after year, due in large part to Millennials' heavily liberal social leanings and reluctance to associate even indirectly with conservative rhetoric on those issues (even if they would otherwise vote more conservatively). And since Girls doesn't air commercials, it seems the GOP is going for the next best thing and attempting to harness social media virality.

It's common knowledge that in the 2012 election, the Romney campaign did very little investing in digital media, compared to what was arguably the driving force of Obama's campaign. In retrospect, most Republicans seem to agree that that can't happen again, so it's no surprise the party is looking for the right way to position what many people view as an aging and backwards-thinking viewpoint on a decidedly youthful platform. This doesn't mean changing party lines, only repackaging them in a way that — it must be said — feels liberal. Kristan Hawkins of Students for Life explains: “You can engage with sarcasm —it’s hard with the abortion issue, but you have to. Unfortunately, we have to, because this is the generation that we’ve been dealt.” (Hard? What do you mean hard? Abortion is obviously hilarious!) According to further analysis presented at the conference by the College Republican National Committee, Republicans need to learn to talk about their issues in a smarter, even snarkier, way (though some panelists did recommend that the GOP also give up the crusade against gay marriage).

As this New York Times article makes quite clear, the GOP brand strategy has become a laughing matter among many young people, conservative and liberal alike — but the problem is, people are laughing at them, not with them, and we all know that's the wrong kind of funny. Politics aside, observation has led us to believe that social issues are top priority for many Millennials, and — like the party itself — they're not willing to compromise, no matter how good the stand-up is. What do you think? Is it simply a matter of repositioning conservative values as smart, funny, and fresh? Or does the divide run deeper than that? (Salon)

Photo: Courtesy of The Republican Party.

An L.A. Etsy Shop Gets Interactive In Bunch Mag's Dreamy Lookbook

2013-06-18T18:00:00-04:00

We love it when local talent joins together to produce inspiring work in this big sprawl of a city — it kind of makes our hearts sing. So, when we saw L.A.-based Bunch Mag's first installment in a brand new lookbook series, we felt all sorts of aflutter. The inaugural spread features vintage treasures from local Etsy shop, Fair Season, and it's a match made in sun-washed, pastel-hued heaven.

The lookbook is much more than just pretty pictures (though trust, it has that going for it in spades) — it's also a shoppable experience that, when viewed in full-screen, allows us to click on through to the featured shop's wares should we see something calling our name. How's that for instant gratification? Fair Season's darling cardigans and perfect floral frocks look positively charming thanks to Amy Chin's understated styling and Lani Trock's dreamy photography. Oh yeah, what's that we were saying about talented forces joining together? So, before you head off to that garden party, sunny afternoon picnic, or girls brunch, recall this 'lil lookbook here. Let's just say it'll provide enough sartorial and mood inspiration for days. And don't forget to visit Bunch Mag for the full interactive feature right this pretty way!

Photos: Courtesy of Bunch Mag.

Dream Of The '90s? The 2 Bandits' Glossy New Lookbook Is Calling Your Name!

2013-06-18T18:00:00-04:00

It seems like it was just the other day when we were gabbing about The 2 Bandits’ rad, circle-themed lookbook, boasting about how spot on it was — heck, we even gave you guys a sneak peek at the unedited pics. But, now we’re shifting gears and ogling a shiny-new collection from jewelry designer Tamar Wider. Once again taking cues from an iconic tune, Wider’s latest holiday (Christmas in June? Yes, please!) lookbook taps into the jewelry wiz’s love for the Pink Floyd jam, “Shine On You Crazy Diamond.”

And, boy, does it hit the nail on the head — with illustrious imagery and glossy moments galore, the lookbook strays from the dusty, country-set snaps we’ve seen and tiptoes into a grungier, ‘90s-influenced turf, while still remaining true to the brand’s timeless accessories. "I try to grow and constantly evolve from my Texas roots, pushing the envelope a little further with each collection that I design," says Wider. "With Shine On, I aimed to capture that ‘90s grunge vibe epitomized by my favorite bands like Pink Floyd and Nirvana and mix that with a refined sensibility that can be worn day to night for women with many style senses." Ready to dream of the ‘90s? Click away for a nostalgic look at the bits and bops before you can get ahold of them come October. Early holiday gift, anyone?

Photo: Courtesy of The 2 Bandits/Jason Lee Parry

Tape It To The Limit: DIY This Washi Journal

2013-06-18T18:00:00-04:00

We could easily waste entire days on Pinterest browsing the endless stream of inspiring DIYs. But the reality is there are just too many projects and too little time. That's where designlovefest comes in. The charmingly curated blog started by Bri Emery captures everything we love about a fun, at-home project: color, quirk, and usability. Basically, we want to make each and every one. So, each week we'll be sharing the blog's easy instructions for projects that are both adorable and useful. Trust — you'll feel like a crafting goddess in no time!

What You'll Need:
• Moleskine journals with kraft covers (any notebook with a smooth paper like cover will work)
• Washi tape
• Gold foil tape (available at art and hobby stores)
• Scissors

Steps:
• Simply run tape at an angle across cover. Leave yourself 1/4 inch of tape along the edges so that you can secure it on the inside of the cover. It’s easiest to run your first tape somewhere across the middle of the notebook.

• Continue to add more tape using the first as a guide so that they all run at the same angle parallel to each other.
• Where ever possible wrap the tape around the back and continue to tape in one long pass.

• Snip ends of tape and secure the ends on the inside on the cover.
• Turn notebook over and add more washi to the areas in the corners where the tape hasn’t wrapped all the way around for design continuity.

• Add thin gold tape as an accent in the same manner as the washi tape, snip, and secure.
• Start writing all those big ideas down like you promised yourself you would!

Designlovefest is a multiple contributor design, fashion, and lifestyle blog headed by Bri Emery. It's a place where type and images totally make out.

DIY by: Natalie Shriver
Photos by: Kimberly Genevieve

Surprising, But Not Really: Chemicals In Hair Dye May Cause Allergic Reactions

2013-06-18T17:40:00-04:00

Embracing our grays is starting to look better and better: After a review by the European commission of hair dye raised concerns that 36(!) different chemicals used in the products may be unsafe, dermatologist Ian White, M.D., is calling for warning labels to be added to these products.

The Cosmetics Toiletry and Perfumery Association (CTPA), in response, stated that allergic reactions to hair dye are possible, and urged consumers to use the products carefully and religiously follow package directions. Says the CTPA, "In the case of hair dyes, the Commission has implemented significant risk-management measures (such as maximum concentrations of use, more detailed allergy warning labeling and instructions for use) to ensure the hair colorant is safe when used as directed."

Worrisome, but not that surprising. There are risks involved with any beauty treatment that involves chemicals (and let's be real, when we inhale those bleach fumes every few months when we get highlights, we're reminded of that fact). The only way to truly stay safe while primping is to eliminate all chemicals from our beauty routine — but these are risks and rewards that every woman needs to weigh for herself. (Cosmetics Design Europe)

Photographed by Jacqueline Harriet

Stress-Free On Your Wedding Day? Apparently, It's Doable

2013-06-18T17:40:00-04:00

Believing that weddings ought not bring out the bridezilla in each of us, Stone Fox Bride — a high-fashion boutique in Manhattan — was founded on the principle that planning a wedding is also a process of self-discovery. Molly Guy, creative director at SFB, will be our source for the nontraditional bride.

In the months leading up to my wedding, I started to obsess about everything. All I wanted was to feel beautiful and calm walking down the aisle, but my actions suggested everything but. I felt fat and couldn’t stop thinking about how big my ass would look from behind while saying my vows; I went on an insane crash diet-slash-cleanse. I was exhausted — yet I stayed up all night googling my ex who blew me off in 2004. I desperately wanted to be serene and in control of everything. Instead, I chain-drank iced coffees and became a manic, tense mess. Plus, I totally isolated myself. I was so stressed that I barely made any time to hang with my BFFs. Our culture paints the whole happily-ever-after-princess-picture when it comes to weddings. But the truth is, merging your life with another's (even if they're your heart and soul and one and only) is pretty freaky and disorienting. Juggling your day-to-day life with the insanity of wedding planning is a tough one: it’s important that you allow yourself to feel the craziness of it all, but not at the expense of your wellness and health. Don’t get me wrong: I’m all for looking luminous and lean on your wedding day, but without having to suffer through the hell of calorie-counting and strict deprivation. Here are some ways to make it happen:

1. EAT.
Like three meals a day and two snacks. Protein (chicken, fish, tempeh, cheese), whole grains (quinoa, oatmeal, brown rice), warm, steamed vegetables, and healthy fats, like avocado and olive oil are not only good for your skin and digestion, they’re also great for your mood. Snacks like string cheese, raw nuts, apples, berries and full-fat yogurt will keep your blood sugar stable and your mood elevated, even when your mother-in-law is acting like a monster. Stay away from sugar and white flour and caffeine — you’ll pay for it later when you crash and feel crappy.

2. SLEEP.
A lot. At least eight hours a night. Sleep heals. A few goods nights worth of honest REM goodness will put some pink in your cheeks, reduce the bags under your eyes, and help you to stay perky and ON IT while reviewing your (snooze) sitting chart for the eightieth time.

3. EXERCISE.
Not like, three times a day, and please avoid taking multiple classes that have the word “soul”, “fly,” or “core” in them. But definitely raise your heart rate and work up a sweat. Even if it’s a quick walk in the park, jumping up and down to a dusty exercise DVD, or enrolling in a few dorky ZUMBA classes. Even though finding time to exercise can be very annoying, it’s actually one of the easiest routes to a sense of inner peace.

4. LAUGH.
With your best friends. Like laugh hard and inappropriately for hours over multiple cups of tea. There is nothing as attractive as a woman who looks very, very happy. Enough said.

5. HAVE SEX. Yep. Hot, steamy sex, the old-school way. Do it in the shower, beneath the sheets, bust out the sex toys and whacky poses or keep things simple and missionary. Makin’ sweet love is a great way to blow off steam and stay connected to your mate. Don’t forget, this person is the reason you’re suffering through all this craziness to begin with!

6. VEG.
Like zone out, stoner-style. Call in sick, put on your sweatpants, twist your hair into your messiest bun, and spread yourself out on the couch like a big ol' potato. Whether it’s “The Bachelor” or an Ashton Kutcher rom-com or a tabloid with Kanye on the cover, turn off your brain and relax. Absolve yourself of any guilt that doing absolutely nothing can sometimes induce. Sometimes, you need to just shut it down NOW in order to rev it up down the line.

7. BATHE.
In Epsom Salts or relaxing lavender essential oil or even a huge, Dynasty-style bubble bath. Lock the bathroom door, light a candle or two and allow your body to feel floaty and clean and free. It might seem kind of old-lady-like, but the truth is, relaxing in a tub of warm water is a guaranteed way to put your mind and muscles at ease.

Image: Via Victoria's Secret

Katy Perry Tells All: The Real Deal Behind The Men In Her Life

2013-06-18T17:30:00-04:00

From her long-past tryst with Travie McCoy, to her doomed marriage with Russell Brand, to her on-again, off-again saga with John Mayer, Katy Perry is no stranger to being publicly scrutinized about her celebrity partnerships. But, for all the paparazzi pics and gossip-rag rumors, we actually know very little about her former flings — until she came (semi) clean in her recent Vogue interview.

While she's still staying mum on the official reason behind her divorce from Brand, she did discuss the end of the marriage, and the abrupt demise it came to. "He's a very smart man, and I was in love with him when I married him," she said. "Let's just say I haven't heard from him since he texted me saying he was divorcing me December 31, 2011." Die-hard Perry fans have been privy to this salacious tidbit since the release of her movie Part Of Me, but the rest of us are reeling from the harshness of it all. While Perry is quick to admit that she wasn't faultless in the marriage's end (she cites her constant touring as a source of contention), there's no denying that discussing such a shockingly heartless gesture wasn't entirely without its motives.

Regardless of the damage done by her unholy matrimony, Perry (rather quickly) found herself back in the arms of a famous man — her slightly tumultuous relationship with John Mayer has been hard not to follow with bated breath. She claims the on-again off-again fling is now securely in the "off" position, but cops to being just as fascinated by the outlandish singer as the rest of us. "I was madly in love with him," she says. "l still am madly in love with him. All I can say about that relationship is that he's got a beautiful mind." We don't want to postulate, but we wouldn't be surprised if this wasn't the last we heard from Perry and Mayer. Read the article in its entirety for more gossip on her former loves, and endearing tales from her less-than-normal upbringing. (Vogue)

Photo: Via Vogue.

The New Generation Of Pencil Skirts Aren't Just For Your 9-5

2013-06-18T17:20:00-04:00

Right now, you’d probably crown your black blazer as your most hardworking wardrobe basic. And, considering how much you break it out — for work, for play, and everything in between — we don’t blame you, but all that’s about to change. No, we’re not about to overthrow your precious, go-to professional topper with an on-trend piece like a crop top or overalls, but rather, a timeless pencil skirt.

In fact, the once-stuffy, 9-to-5-only skirt isn’t just for your business-casual affairs anymore. Instead, it’s enjoying a resurgence in so-summery fabrics and patterns like bold, candy-colored stripes and blossom-printed denim, making it the perfect complement for all those basic tees you’ve been racking up since March. Our favorite so-flattering pencil skirts, right this way!

10 Bands You Can't Miss At Glastonbury This Year

2013-06-18T17:00:00-04:00

As the biggest festival in Europe (and possibly the world), Glastonbury may be the toughest of all to navigate. Between multiple stages, the long weekend, and competing headliners of epic proportions, it's easy to feel overwhelmed. That said, there are some things to look out for: First, try to catch the British bands. The hometown crowds show the most love. Second, see the acts you couldn't see anywhere else. How often does Portishead come to your home town? Last, catch the up-and-comers. Some great new bands are going to be playing festival stage for the first time. With these rules in mind, we've selected 10 of our favorite acts that are absolute must-sees. In the end, though, you're still going to have to choose between Public Enemy and The Rolling Stones for yourself. Good luck!

The Rolling Stones
Glastonbury's big headliner this year also happens to be the quintessential British band at the most massive British festival. Even by Rolling Stones' standards, this is going to be a huge show. Don't miss it.

Vampire Weekend
Once known as upstart Columbia alums, Vampire Weekend has grown over the years into one the world's best bands. Modern Vampires of the City, the group's third LP, has already proven itself to make for a great live experience with "Diane Young," "Step," and "Ya Hey" already sounding like old favorites.

Portishead
Dark, powerful, uncompromising, Portishead continues to blow audiences and eardrums away. Any chance to see the Bristol band shouldn't be missed.

Public Enemy
With Flavor Flav's reality TV presence, it's easy to forget the impact that It Takes a Nation of Millions to Hold Us Back had when it came out in 1988. Filled with uncompromisingly hard production from Rick Rubin and Chuck D, seeing Public Enemy's slice of hip-hop history couldn't have us more excited.

Fuck Buttons
After conquering the Olympics, Fuck Buttons is back with a beat-driven new album, Slow Focus, that's equal parts harsh noise and hypnotically danceable. For an electronic band with an expletive in its name, it's fascinating and heartening to see just how far this duo has gone.

King Krule
Archie Marshall's voice is something to behold: Deeper, darker, and wiser than his years, he captures a netherworld somewhere between Tom Waits and James Blake.

Arctic Monkeys
If you have to come up with an English band that's had more page time in the NME during the new millenium, we don't think you could manage it. Even so, years after the hype has died down, Arctic Monkeys remains one of the best big venue bands in the business.

Disclosure
Brothers Guy and Howard Lawrence (a.k.a. Disclosure) have had one of the biggest critical smashes of the year with their debut record Settle. As good as the LP is, though, it's even better to hear the band live so you can actually, you know, dance.

Primal Scream
Scottish rockers Primal Scream have been going strong since the early '80s, incorporating psychedelia, dance, and brit-pop into its sound. With a new album and 30 years of back catalog, a festival slot is far too short for what Primal Scream have to offer.

AlunaGeorge
London duo AlunaGeorge (a.k.a. vocalist Aluna Francis and producer George Reid) have been on a roll lately, releasing single after single of bass music-inspired R&B. One of our favorite new acts.

Sporty Spice! 10 Bathing Suits For Girls Who Hate To Lounge

2013-06-18T17:00:00-04:00

Lying around in a teeny bikini is all good, if you spend most of your beach time on a towel. But if you plan on doing, you know, actual beach stuff — say, swimming or running after a killer, Skyball serve — you're going to need a suit that lets you do more than just sit there looking cute.

That's where Cynthia Rowley comes in. Rowley's swimsuits are that all-too-rare beast: genuinely stylish performance gear. From modest tankinis and one-piece swimsuits with contrast zips (very Baywatch chic) to real-deal, Neoprene wetsuits and rash-guard tops, these pieces are built for action — and we don't mean beach-reading action.

Click on for our 10 favorites. It's a beautiful thing when sporty meets style.

Do Over: Create Your Own Dress...Just Add A Crop Top!

2013-06-18T16:40:00-04:00

We can't help it — we love the crop top. This little thing is the ultimate styling solution to all your favorite high-waisted pieces and can evoke memories of some of our favorite style stars, from Brigitte Bardot to Gwen Stefani.

But, what's best about the crop top? Well, perhaps its ability to help you complete the easiest DIY in fashion history. Yep, these PYTs (especially if they are on the boxier side) can help you turn even your most conservative pencil skirts into easy, breezy summer dresses. Don't worry, you can match you skirt and top, or keep those creative juices flowing and mismatch to perfection. Trust us, the possibilities are endless.

Looking for more, one-of-kind vintage pieces? Head to Refinery29 Shops to stock up now!

Vintage Crop Top, $45, and Vintage Striped Pencil Skirt, $42, both available at Refinery29 Shops.

Dannijo Celebrates 5 Years In The Biz And YOU Get A Necklace For Free!

2013-06-18T16:30:00-04:00

How time flies! Our favorite bride-outfitting, arm-party-hosting, man-repelling jewelry label is growing up so darn fast. This month, the brainchild of designers and sisters Danielle and Jodie Snyder turns five years old. And having watched the company grow and flourish, we offer a heartfelt congratulations.

To celebrate, DANNIJO is bringing it back to the basics and re-launching six of their most iconic pieces in new spring colors. Pastel blues and summer greens characterize the #DJs5th collection, ranging in price from $295 to $425 (available exclusively online).

But the life of the party lies with the classic Etta bib necklace, pictured left. The no-fuss statement piece is effortlessly elegant. Bold without trying too hard. Eye-catching, yet not distracting. And, though it will be difficult to part with such a beautiful item, we want YOU, dear R29 readers, to have it. Simply tell us why you love DANNIJO in the comments section below and you'll be entered to win.

Photo: Courtesy of DANNIJO

Don't Sweat It! (Your Makeup, That Is)

2013-06-18T16:20:00-04:00

In the summer, it's inevitable that you are going to be faced with the trifecta of makeup-melting powers: heat, humidity, and water. While it's probably not the best idea to spackle on layers of eye makeup and foundation on a triple-digit-temp day, you shouldn't have to go bare-faced just because Mother Nature is having a hissy fit in the form of soul-crushing (and mascara-destroying) heat.

Enter: waterproof makeup. Specifically designed to stand up to soggy situations, water-resistant primpers are known for their durability. But, those long-lasting powers are only as good as how you apply them, which is why we brought in the brilliant mind of makeup artist Valery Gherman. Having worked with Kate Upton and a coterie of submerged supermodels on the Sports Illustrated swimsuit issue, the man knows a little something about making cosmetics stay in place during a deluge.

According to Gherman, the biggest mistake most women make when applying waterproof makeup is using only waterproof products. "Unless you are planning on standing under torrential rain for an extended period of time, focus on products that potentially could streak and get messy, such as eyeliner and mascara," he advises. So, no, you don't need to buy an all-new makeup kit to get you through the sweltering summer months. Another important tidbit? "Using a light touch goes a long way, in terms of the application of products," he says. "This way makeup won't melt and streak."

Here, Gherman shares his top waterproof makeup picks, plus his application secrets. So, sweat, baby, sweat — your makeup won't pull a slip-and-slide as long as you follow this handy guide.