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Meet Miista, The Viral Shoe Brand For The “Well-Dressed” Fashion Outsiders

Meet Miista, The Viral Shoe Brand For The “Well-Dressed” Fashion Outsiders

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Rhabdo: The Exercise-Induced Condition You’ve Probably Never Heard Of

Rhabdo: The Exercise-Induced Condition You’ve Probably Never Heard Of

Anyone else returning to the gym? It is January, after all. Following a break from exercise, it’s normal to hurt after your first session back — there’s nothing more humbling than struggling to bend down onto the toilet — and delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS) is usually to blame. DOMS […]

I Had My Hair Dyed Mocha Mousse & It Totally Reset My Confidence

I Had My Hair Dyed Mocha Mousse & It Totally Reset My Confidence

Every year, colour-matching company Pantone picks a shade that is destined to dominate design, fashion and beauty over the next 12 months. For 2025, the much-anticipated hue was revealed to be Mocha Mousse. Described as a “warming, brown hue imbued with richness”, it’s milk chocolate and creamy coffee swirled into […]

Money Diary: A Registered Veterinary Nurse On £28,012

Money Diary: A Registered Veterinary Nurse On £28,012

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 during a seven-day period — and we’re tracking every last penny. This week: “I’m a 29-year-old registered veterinary nurse living in rural Wales. I grew up here before […]

15 Manicure Kits That Will Make At-Home Nail Art Your Thing

15 Manicure Kits That Will Make At-Home Nail Art Your Thing

A gift of self-care, like a manicure, is always a win. Whether you’re treating yourself, your mum or your best friend, it’s safe to say that a little meaningful me-time goes a long way and allows you to express yourself. A manicure often doubles as a personal art gallery on […]

The Biggest Denim Trends For 2025 Are Anything But Basic

The Biggest Denim Trends For 2025 Are Anything But Basic

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These 8 Colour Trends Will Rule Your Wardrobe In 2025

These 8 Colour Trends Will Rule Your Wardrobe In 2025

.disclaimer{width:90%;margin-bottom:1rem}.disclaimer__lines{width:100%;margin:0 auto;border-bottom:1px solid #999;padding:0;max-width:150px}.disclaimer__copy{width:100%;max-width:355px;font-family:Brown Regular,sans-serif;font-size:.9rem;font-weight:300;line-height:1.3em;color:#333;padding:0 0 .4rem;margin:1rem auto;text-align:center} All linked products are independently selected by our editors. If you purchase any of these products, we may earn a commission. Reflecting on the top colour trends of 2024, a few contenders swiftly come to mind. Charli xcx’s Brat Green was the […]

The 20 Best Work Pants For Women: Work Hard, Dress Smarter

The 20 Best Work Pants For Women: Work Hard, Dress Smarter

If you’re in the mood for some retail therapy that’s both guilt-free and year-round practical, we’ve got your office wardrobe covered. Work pants often get a bad rap, but we’re here to dispel the myth that they have to be stiff, frumpy or the first thing you ditch when you […]

14 Fashion Must-Haves R29 Editors Are Wearing Throughout Winter

14 Fashion Must-Haves R29 Editors Are Wearing Throughout Winter

It’s that time again to peek behind the curtains (or wardrobe doors) of Refinery29 editors to see what they’re wearing for winter. In autumn, we overwhelmingly reached for spacious carryall bags, ballet flats and work-appropriate blouses. But as we work our way through winter, we’re updating our fashion must-haves: From […]

Your Horoscope This Week: 12th to 18th January

Your Horoscope This Week: 12th to 18th January

This week is all about feeling it all as the Cancer full moon — the first full moon of 2025 — peaks on 13th January, shining a spotlight on our emotions. With Mars retrograde still lingering in Cancer and Venus entering ultra sensitive Pisces, even the most detached among us […]