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Hairstylist Naeemah LaFond: Best Sunscreen, Eyeliner, Blush

Hairstylist Naeemah LaFond: Best Sunscreen, Eyeliner, Blush

Photo-Illustration: by The Cut; Photos: Courtesy of Naeemah LaFond, Retailers On the Beauty Group, a Facebook community co-founded by the Cut and the Strategist, people chat all day long about the products they love — the ones so good they’ll make you hit that little “auto-refill” box at checkout. Below, we asked one of our favorite beauty pros to share her own …

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These Are the Shoe Brands Offering Size 40+

These Are the Shoe Brands Offering Size 40+

For those of us with gorgeous, size 40 and up feet, finding a shoe that fits has, in the past, meant settling for what’s available. In 2021, fashionable shoppers are starting to make noise. As a size 42, finding the best footwear has required elaborate planning, like customizing existing options or commissioning cobblers to stretch archived Alaïa that ultimately ended …

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How Depop became both a style and social hub for Gen Z

How Depop became both a style and social hub for Gen Z

Few companies understand what Gen Z wants as well as Depop. The fashion-resale platform has 30 million registered users—and 90% of its active users are under the age of 26. They use the site not only to buy and sell vintage clothes but also to coalesce into different communities based on style, from “cabincore” L.L. Bean-inspired looks to Y2K homages …

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The Ultimate Wedding Planning Masterclass

The Ultimate Wedding Planning Masterclass

Photo credit: John Dolan Planning the ultimate wedding weekend may seem daunting—because it is. It takes a team of experts, from planners and producers to talents in design, floral, entertainment, food, fashion, and more, to create a wedding that both speaks to who you are and provides a joyful experience for all of your guests. That’s where this ensemble of …

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Science, Uses, Products, and More

Science, Uses, Products, and More

The basic building blocks to healthy skin aren’t secrets. Most experts will tell you they include cleansing daily, moisturizing, and applying SPF. When it comes to the “secret ingredients” that beauty experts swear by, it’s hard to keep up. It’s understandable if you haven’t heard of using ginseng on your skin, but some beauty experts believe it’s a skin care …

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The best shoes for pregnant women

The best shoes for pregnant women

If we had it our way, my hunch is that most pregnant women would opt to go shoe-less for at least the second half of their pregnancies. The experience is different for every person, but those months are commonly marked by swollen feet, achy legs, and increasing levels of discomfort, especially in the lower extremities. While some days I can …

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Transitioning to Gray Hair: The Pro Colorist’s Guide

Transitioning to Gray Hair: The Pro Colorist’s Guide

For a slower transition over time, you can also lighten your base over multiple sessions. “Every four to six weeks, your colorist can take the formula lighter by a quarter to half a level, which is a process that can take up to a year or more,” explains Rez. “As the previously darker hair towards the ends of the hair …

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Sneaker Trends 2021: 5 Key Styles to Know and Shop Right Now

Sneaker Trends 2021: 5 Key Styles to Know and Shop Right Now

As we continue to bring the coziness of our stay-at-home style into our everyday lives, we’re bringing playful sneaker trends along with us. Trainers that were once reserved for hiking through the woods or running a marathon have evolved into statement wardrobe essentials. During fashion month, several street style stars gave their favorite kicks a chance to see more of the world when they wore …

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