The beauty of this year’s nail trends is that they work regardless of the weather. Take the versatile “no-makeup” makeup manicure, shimmering pixie dust nails or chrome French tips, for example, all of which have proven timeless. And while minimalist manicures have ruled thanks to their classic colour palettes, summer […]
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. Our Money Diaries submission process has changed. If you would like to submit a diary, please use […]
Kelsey, age 28, had a long-standing crush on Peter* when they were at high school together, but she’d never thought he’d be interested in her romantically. “He seemed too cool,” she says. So, when he started DMing her over Instagram a few years after they graduated, eventually asking her out, […]
Planning a wedding is tricky, to say the least. The financial challenges always existed, and now there’s a looming recession. On top of that, there’s all the pressure from distant relatives about who to invite. This makes planning a wedding harder, especially if you had a specific vision in mind. […]
The 2025 Metropolitan Museum of Art Costume Institute Gala, best known as the Met Gala — and the biggest night in fashion — was held on Monday, May 5. This year’s theme was “Superfine: Tailoring Black Style.” It was an ode to Black dandyism in all of its refined and sophisticated […]
Sunscreen is no longer just a beach bag essential — it’s a year-round skincare staple. And while it was once the domain of dermatologists and skincare devotees, daily sun protection is now a non-negotiable for anyone serious about shielding their skin from UV damage, which contributes to premature ageing and, […]
The first Monday in May is the date fashion lovers have permanently marked on their calendars and ensconced in their minds. Today, it’s here, and, as is to be expected, all eyes are on the 2025 Met Gala. As is tradition, this year’s soirée is in honour of the Costume […]
Cosmic beings, the week kicks off with a cosmic double feature, and we’ll definitely feel the shift. On 4th May at 9:51 a.m. EST, we’re blessed with the first quarter moon in Leo, stirring up our inner performers, creators, and lovers. But just a few hours later at 11:27 a.m. […]
Trigger warning: This article discusses disordered eating in a way that some readers may find distressing. At 30, I’d hoped diet culture and fatphobia were relics of the past. I grew up in the thick of it: girls competing over who could eat less, “you’re so skinny” being the highest […]
