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News
Is 2020 The Year Of The Latina Candidate?
Long before Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez graced the cover of Vanity Fair, trailblazing Latina politicians have spent decades making indelible marks in our
by Lola Méndez

Health News
“Stop Sexualizing Our Trauma”: The Importance Of Mastectomy Photo...
On October 20, the nonprofit organization The Breasties, which offers support to those with breast and reproductive cancers, planned to host an Instagram L
by Elizabeth Gulino

Style
14 Stunning Plus-Size Wedding Dresses To Buy Online, In Every Budget
by Eliza Huber

Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez
It’s Not Surprising AOC Gets Death Threats — But It’s...
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez has taken the brunt of the abuse from conservatives aiming to denounce any progressive policies. Since taking office in 2019,
by Sarah Midkiff

News
You’re About To Hear A Lot More About Sarah McBride
Sarah McBride has a vivid memory: She is standing on the floor of the Delaware State Senate, “literally in tears, pleading for my basic dignity.” It’
by Daniella LaGaccia

Style
Gwen Stefani & Blake Shelton Are Engaged — & The Ring Is Blinding
Update: According to Katie Zimmerman, Blue Nile‘s chief merchandising officer, Stefani’s ring is either a round or oval cut, “set in a so
by Eliza Huber

2020 Election
Oh No, Hundreds Of Trump Supporters Were Left Stranded In The Fre...
Trump supporters were quite literally left out in the cold after a rally on Tuesday evening. Thousands of people attended the Trump’s Omaha, Nebraska cam
by Britni de la Cretaz

Money Diaries
A Week In Wisconsin On A $52,000 Salary
Welcome to Money Diaries where we are tackling the ever-present taboo that is money. We’re asking real people how they spend their hard-earned money
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Movies
I’m A Plus-Size, Iranian-American Actress, But I Don’t Want That ...
“What is it like to be a non-straight size, non-white female who is making it in Hollywood? How are you changing the industry?” I get asked these quest
by Natasha Behnam

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15 Goods That Will Fill Your Home With The (Subtle) Scent Of Fall
by Cortne Bonilla

News
Amy Coney Barrett’s Confirmation Ignites Calls To Expand Th...
After a despicably rushed hearing process, Amy Coney Barrett was confirmed to begin her tenure on the Supreme Court of the United States on October 26. But
by Elly Belle

Dedicated Feature
#Maskne Is Harder On Black & Brown Skin — Here’s Why
For those with acne-prone skin, breakouts are often only part of the equation — the residual hyperpigmentation that follows, particularly for those with
by Blake Newby

Dedicated Feature
Javicia Leslie On What It’s Like To Be The First Black Batw...
There’s a certain pleasure HBCU alums get when they see another HBCU grad in a TV show or film. That win for her, him, or them feels like a win for all o
by Taiia Smart Young

Beauty
13 Halloween Costumes Inspired By Iconic Blondes
by Megan Decker

Hair
The Pro’s Guide To Coloring Your Hair At Home
by aimee simeon

Hair
10 Shampoos Celebrity Colorists Actually Use On Their Clients
by Samantha Sasso

Best Airbnb Rentals
This Breathtaking Barnhouse Is A Weekend Oasis (& It’s Rentable!)
In Refinery29’s Sweet Digs, we take a look inside the sometimes small, sometimes spacious homes of millennial families. This week, we tour the breat
by Emily Ruane

Chrissy Teigen
Chrissy Teigen Explains Why She Shared Photos Of Her Pregnancy Loss
Just one month ago, Chrissy Teigen and her husband, John Legend, opened up about the loss of their third child, who they named Jack. In an emotional Instag
by Elizabeth Gulino

News
NXIVM Sex Cult Leader Keith Raniere Sentenced To 120 Years In Prison
On Tuesday, NXIVM founder Keith Raniere was sentenced to 120 years in prison after he was charged with racketeering, sex trafficking, sexual exploitation o
by Sarah Midkiff

Coronavirus
The Most Breathable Face Masks To Run In
by Karina Hoshikawa

Wellness
So, How Long Until We Can Drink Moon Water?
When I heard that water was recently discovered on the surface of the moon, I’m not going to lie: My first thought was, I bet it tastes great. I’m not
by Mirel Zaman

Celebrity Beauty
Gwen Stefani’s Engagement Manicure Goes Back To Her Punk Roots
Congrats are in order for the newly-engaged Gwen Stefani and Blake Shelton. The couple just shared a coordinated public announcement with matching Instagra
by Megan Decker

Most Wanted
Stila’s Cult-Favorite Eyeliner (& Everything Else) Is 30% O...
by Alexandra Polk

Wellness
Find A New Boo With These Halloween Pick Up Lines
by Sarah Van Cleve

Hair
This Is The Most Worth-It Beauty Editor Hair Splurge
by Megan Decker

Hype Machine
8 Heated Blankets That Will Make You Feel Like A Toasty Human-Siz...
by Cortne Bonilla

Shopping
We Found The Highest-Rated Boots On Zappos For Under $100
by Shannon Carlin

Dedicated Feature
Denim Is Very Much Alive: 4 Creative Ways To Make One Of...
by Chelsea Peng

Most Wanted
Silk Dresses, Skateboard Credenzas, & ALL Of Etsy’s 2020 Design A...
by Amanda Randone

Gift Guides
But First, Coffee: 15 Gift Ideas For Bean-Loving Buds
by Cortne Bonilla

Style
Emily Ratajkowski’s Little Black Dress Is Bound To Become A...
Mere hours after announcing that she was expecting her first child, via Vogue’s digital cover story, Emily Ratajkowski took to the streets of New York Ci
by Eliza Huber

Deals
Shopbop’s 72-Hour Sale Has Thousands Of 40%-Off Designer Finds
by Amanda Randone

Books & Art
Your Favorite Bookstores Are Dying. They Told Us How We Can Help.
by Natalie Morin