Healthy lifestyle
A healthy lifestyle is one which helps to keep and improve people's health and well-being.Many governments and non-governmental organizations have made big efforts in healthy lifestyle and health promotion.
Mental Health
Mental health can be considered a very important factor of physical health for the effects it produces on bodily functions. This type of health concerns emotional and cognitive well-being or an absence of mental disorder.
Public health
Public health can be defined in a variety of ways. It can be presented as "the study of the physical, psychosocial and socio-cultural determinants of population health and actions to improve the health of the population.
Reproductive Health
For the UN, reproductive health is a right, like other human rights. This recent concept evokes the good transmission of the genetic heritage from one generation to the next.
Health
Health is a state of complete physical, mental and social well-being, and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity.
mardi 6 mars 2018
This Black Woman Is Putting an End to the "Mad Men" Era of Advertising
When asked why advertising has remained so exclusive over the years, Jazmin Burrell, a black advertising professional, did not hold back. "Advertising is an industry of rubbing elbows," she told POPSUGAR. "As a minority, they tell you to go through all of these advertising diversity programs to 'get in.' You have to have the GPA and the connections and the look, but on the first day at your dream job, you find out that your white boss got her degree in philosophy and used to babysit the CEO's daughter. The advertising industry is so white because it chooses to be. We shouldn't be treated as prizes and anomalies when, in actuality, we are the culture that inspires these ads and the consumers that follow these brands."
"The advertising industry is so white because it chooses to be."
While Burrell is speaking from experience, the numbers tell a similar story. In 2017, 72AndSunny - a prominent agency with offices in Los Angeles, New York, and Amsterdam - published a playbook that shows the advertising industry is 81 percent white and only 19 percent people of color. According to 2017 Census data, white people make up 63 percent of the country's total population, while people of color make up 37 percent. Without realizing it, 72AndSunny proved that diversity in advertising hasn't changed much at all over the last decade. In 2008, economist Marc Bendick Jr. conducted a study that projected African Americans would make up almost 10 percent of the industry by that time. In reality, African Americans were 5.8 percent of the industry, almost half of what was expected. 72AndSunny's 2017 numbers show that African Americans make up 7 percent of the industry currently, a mere 1.2 percent climb from the numbers collected in 2008.
However, it's not just the numbers that are cause for concern; the lack of diversity is causing tone-deaf ads as well. In April 2017, Shea Moisture ostracized its most loyal fan base - black women - after releasing an ad that featured almost no diversity. During the same month, Pepsi released a short that positioned Kendall Jenner as an activist who solved inequality with a can of Pepsi, and in October of the same year, Dove came under fire for a soap ad that showed a black woman cleaning herself and becoming white.
To say the least, the advertising industry has some work to do. Despite diversity and inclusion campaigns from powerhouses like Leo Burnett, the numbers have barely budged. Burrell, the founder of Lizzie Della Creative Strategies, is determined to redecorate the celebrated "Mad Men" boardroom with a bigger room that offers a seat for new faces who inspire and drive the culture forward.
"My great-grandmother is everything that I want my brand to represent: boldness, creativity, bravery, and authenticity."
During the Summer of 2017, Lizzie Della Creative Strategies, a boutique agency run out of Brooklyn, NY, was born. The agency is named after Burrell's great-grandmother, Lizzie Della Figgous, who had a passion for creating but wasn't able to pursue it as a career - she was a black woman with a sixth grade education in the segregated deep South during the early 1900s. "I knew from the jump that I wanted to name my agency after my great-grandmother," Burrell said. "She always supported me in carrying out my dreams and nurturing my imagination. She's everything that I want my brand to represent: boldness, creativity, bravery, and authenticity."
Jazmin Burrell and her great-grandmother Lizzie Della Figgous.
What sets Lizzie Della apart from the rest is a conscious commitment to diversity and authenticity. The Lizzie Della team - made up entirely of women of color - is spread out across the country in the South, Midwest, and Northeast. In less than a year, Lizzie Della Creative Strategies has landed projects with BET and Loud Speakers Network, home of popular podcasts like The Read and The Friend Zone, along with many minority nonprofits and small businesses.
Burrell isn't new to the advertising world. She got her degree from the University of Missouri School of Journalism - the oldest J-school in the country - where she majored in strategic communication. Since graduation, she's gone on to work for some of the most notable agencies in New York City: Spike DDB, 72andSunny, and even a stint at Viacom. Currently, she's working on her master's in advertising and digital innovation at Syracuse University.
"I knew I wanted to use my voice to represent people who look like me."
But the companies Burrell has been able to work for and the brands she's represented are not what keep her moving forward. Her thirst for independence is. "I knew I wanted to start my own agency before I even broke into the business. When I went to college, I knew I wanted to use my voice to represent people who look like me," she says. "After being let go from 72, I had to put into perspective that you really are collateral in this business. It's always convenient for companies to want diversity but not nurture it. Being in corporate America, you see how people can work at a job for 20 years and still get let go due to 'office culture' shifts or political changes. I decided that wasn't going to be my fate. I was not going to be a trend or a convenience."
Burrell had no interest in moving to NYC, but when her dream agency, Spike DDB, called, she couldn't pass up the opportunity.
The lack of diversity and especially the lack of inclusion was also a sign for Burrell that if she wanted this industry to represent her and her peers, she was going to have to forge her own path. "It's always interesting to see the discussion of diversity in advertising, the conversation is always [centered around] white women," Burrell explained. "Look at this year's Agency A-List. I truly believe that we're at the point where we need to stop begging for a seat at the table and make our own. We have the network. We are the talent and almost every one of these top list agencies started off the same way . . . with a vision. No time is better than the present and that's how Lizzie Della came about."
"I truly believe that we're at the point where we need to stop begging for a seat at the table and make our own."
Burrell isn't just trying to be one agency in a sea of many; she wants Lizzie Della to create a power shift within the industry. A shift where the agency producing the work reflects its intended audience. "The world is becoming more culturally diverse and brands are looking for agencies to authentically and truly represent them," she said. "The world is moving forward and the advertising world isn't. They'll have to catch up soon and we set the pace." She's not wrong. In the last year alone, Airbnb, Pepsi, and Verizon have called for more diversity of the advertising staffs they work with. In 2016, General Mills refused to work with agencies that didn't meet its diversity requirements as well.
The driving force behind Lizzie Della is Burrell's passion and determination to create what her great grandmother never got the chance to. She's not just doing this for herself, but for all women of color who have been deemed too "sassy" or "bossy" for a traditional agency. Her advice to women looking to break out and do their own thing: don't be afraid to challenge the status quo and be yourself. "These companies do not care about you. You can sip the Kool-Aid and fit the mold if you want to, but it's not going to get you as far as staying true to your values and beliefs," she said. "You'll be a lot happier and a lot more successful with your own navigation. You'll be known for being you, and at the end of the day, that's your legacy. If a place doesn't like it or accept it, you have the right to move on and make your own table. The time is now."
An Evil Genius Swapped Donald Trump and Kim Jong-un's Hair and We Can't Look Away
President Donald Trump and North Korea's Kim Jong-un have remained locked in a war of words ever since the former took office, but it certainly isn't keeping the internet from poking a bit of fun at the two superpowerful men. And if the above photo is any indication, the games have just begun.
A Reddit user posted a diptych of Trump and Jong-un with their hair meticulously swapped on Aug. 10, coinciding with the publication of French magazine Libération's take on the very same idea, and it features an outstandingly blond, Trump-ified version of the North Korean leader. The emergence of these memes is in line with a larger trend of face swapping and hair swapping the men and women we see on TV all the time, which began in earnest in the lead-up to the 2012 election and has evolved as the years have progressed. Here, we see the natural evolution of the swap: making everyone - and everything - look like our wispy-haired, strangely-colored president.
It's only a matter of time before we get a Trump face swap Snapchat filter, but until then, you can work your own magic online in the Trump's Hair tool. And if you're anything like us, you'll be gazing at this downright terrifying yet unbearably fascinating photo all day long.
The 15 Best Independent Bookstores in the US
When it's time to hit the road for a vacation, there are two things that bookworms know to be true. First of all, you can never pack too many books in your suitcase and carry-on (although those overweight luggage fees are definitely not on our side). The other is that, no matter where we go, it would be straight-up sacrilege to not visit any and all renowned independent bookstores in the vicinity.
With no disrespect to chain bookstores, there's nothing quite as magical as an independent bookstore. Each has its own unique atmosphere, decor, selection, and claim to fame, but they all have one thing in common - when a bookworm steps inside, we immediately know that we could spend an entire day there.
Despite the rise of e-readers, there's no shortage of incredible independent bookstores in America. In fact, some of us (*raises hand*) have even planned trips just so we can visit certain indies. Luckily, many of them are located in popular tourist destinations like New York City, Los Angeles, and Chicago. So before you head out on your next trip, check out this list of the 15 best independent bookstores in the country.
21 Ink-credible Science-Inspired Tattoos
The careful line-drawing and stippling techniques of science illustration make them a natural starting point for incredible tattoos. Students and admirers of the sciences are flying their geek flags high with skin art of meaningful molecules, anatomical drawings, and space exploration's most historic events. So in the name of science, we've rounded up some of the best body ink inspired by chemistry, space, and the natural sciences.
7 Healthy Travel Destinations You Should Add to Your Bucket List
Chemicals are out and all-natural everything is in. There's a surging urge to eat, live, and play better these days. However chaotic the world may seem, there's a rising number of us who are yearning for inner peace in favor of healthier physical and spiritual living.
A wellness revolution is in motion, and with that comes the desire to not only eat and live well, but travel well, too. For those healthy globetrotters who have been bit by the travel bug, there is a cure. There is an ever-evolving list of cities to fall in love with, oceans to explore, and mountains to climb. So, what are some wellness destinations that you can add to the list (for now)? All of you yogis, spiritualists, surfers, hikers, and chillers will want to keep reading.
lundi 5 mars 2018
Calling All Master Builders! Legoland California's New Castle Hotel Is Perfect Down to the Last Brick
Looking for the perfect getaway that will please both your knights-in-training and little ones who gab solely about princesses? Then you're in luck because Legoland's California Resort just officially released an opening date for its brand-new Castle Hotel in Carlsbad, CA. And, no, the word "enchanting" doesn't quite cover how amazing it is.
Legoland announced in a press release that guests can stay in one of the 250 LEGO-themed rooms that have adventurous themes, like knights and dragons, royal princesses, and magical wizards. There are also 20 suites to choose from if you're feeling especially royal.
The grounds beyond the rooms are equally as mystical. Families can check out the Grand Hall, a lobby with an enormous model of a wizard and an awesome slide that gets little ones from the second floor down to the first in a jiff. Hungry guests can chow down in Dragon's Den Restaurant, a full-service eatery complete with an open kitchen and LEGO models to entertain impatient diners.
And you can't miss the Royal Courtyard that has a DUPLO play area for younger kiddos, a larger play structure for older children, and a pool and a hot tub. And if it couldn't get any cooler, there are 2,100 different professionally crafted LEGO sculptures on the property that took over three million blocks to make.
The hotel opens its doors on April 27, but you can also book your room in advance. Scroll through to see every nook and cranny of this magical spot.
10 Hotels With Amazing Kid Amenities That Make All the Travel Hassle Worth It
Remember when all you needed to know about a hotel before you booked it was cost, WiFi availability, and distance to the beach or center of town? Us too. But once kids come into the mix, hotel reservations suddenly become a Herculean task. Which hotel offers cribs? Can they recommend a babysitter? Is there a suite setup so everyone can get some sleep? Or will you have to hide out in the bathroom when baby goes to bed? That baby will then turn into a toddler with separate needs, sleeping arrangements, and opinions.
Finding the right hotel for your family can be a tricky undertaking. You want something that can entertain and not overwhelm them, but you also want a room that feels like an oasis for you. To take the guesswork out of your next getaway, we rounded up the best hotel amenities for toddlers, including blanket forts and brand name gear to make your hotel stay as fun and hassle-free as possible.
This Scary Video Shows a Passenger's Portable Charger Catching Fire on a Flight
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There's nothing like a ball of fire in the overhead compartment of your plane to start your flight off on a terrifying foot. Passengers on a recent China Southern Airlines flight were boarding the plane when a piece of luggage that had been placed in the storage bins above the rows of seats burst into flames. Smoke was initially seen in the cabin before things took a turn for the worse.
The suspected cause of the fire is a portable phone charger. Lithium batteries power many electronic devices such as phones, laptops, and even smart luggage, and there have been reports that these batteries can be responsible for fires. In fact, many airlines have banned certain smart suitcases - luggage with charging and/or tracking capabilities - or are requiring the lithium-ion batteries to be removable in order for them to be allowed as checked or carry-on bags.
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) already prohibits spare lithium batteries in checked luggage to avoid fire-related problems in the cargo hold. According to officials, there were no injuries and the fire was extinguished promptly. Passengers had to deplane and catch a later flight. Watch the video ahead to the scary incident on board!
Power bank fire on board China Southern CZ3539, Feb 25 2018.😱😱 pic.twitter.com/cby6E62qRv
- ChinaAviationReview (@ChinaAvReview) February 25, 2018
32 Pictures That Prove Britain Looks Even More Beautiful in the Snow
On a seasonal cusp, just as Britons thought it was time to hang up the ear muffs, Great Britain was blanketed in Siberian snow on Tuesday. "The Beast From the East," also responsible for rare snowfall in Rome, continued to coat the United Kingdom on Wednesday, making for some rather scenic shots of London landmarks, country landscape, and a few brisk dog walks. Read on for 33 photos that will remind you just how beautiful Britain can be when coated in snow.
Here's How to Get a Boozy, Sparkling Rose Gold Gelato Float at Disney World
The rose gold gelato cocktail at Epcot is joining my collection of favorite rose gold treats at Disney World (yes, I drank it while wearing my rose gold ears, rose gold spirit jersey, and millennial pink Magic Band after eating a rose gold cupcake). But before you start researching menu items, heads up: it's not actually on the menu!
In preparation for the runDisney Princess Half Marathon at Disney World - and my first trip to Disney World since 2001 - I was all about scoping out the treats in advance. You know . . . to carb load? And while I'm admittedly not a big drinker, I somehow became enthralled in the idea of trying all the different boozy treats around the different parks, particularly Epcot.
Diving deep into listicles and infographics for the best drink from every country, I somehow committed to memory a drink that doesn't actually exist - a sparkling gelato float at the Italy Pavilion. Because of said folly, I ended up creating my own drink.
In reality, the treats I fused together in my mind are both called "frizzante" - but to my intense disappointment, I learned the hard way that it exists in two iterations. The gelato frizzante doesn't have booze, and the boozy frizzante doesn't have gelato. Missed opportunity, in my opinion.
As such, I took matters into my own hands. The result was a more-than-magical sparkling rose gold concoction - an off-the-menu DIY treat that tastes like a fizzy, boozy creamsicle. Mmmm. Here's how you make it.
Head to the Tutto Gusto Wine Cellar bar or the bar in Tutto Italia (they're next to each other), and order a frizzante cocktail with no ice. The blend of Prosecco, campari, and blood orange juice creates the rose-colored centerpiece for your float.
Once you've got your drink in hand, take it to-go (yes, you can take your drink to go!) and walk just a few steps over to the gelato cart just at the entrance of the Italy Pavilion. Order a scoop of vanilla gelato in a drink cup, and pour your frizzante cocktail over the gelato. Et voila!
From personal experience, I can tell you this delicious dessert drink made for the perfect nightcap while watching fireworks over the lake. But to ensure that this DIY method was doable for someone else, I told my friend Sarah to give it a shot; she had an equally easy time getting the drink and gelato and also found it to be quite delicious. She even snapped these gorgeous photos so I could share our new hack with the rest of the world. Win-win!
5 Hangover Remedies I Tried in Vegas and How They Stacked Up
It had been nine years and two children since my last trip to Las Vegas, so when an invitation for a weekend getaway to Mandalay Bay with a girlfriend popped up, I knew I was overdue to cut loose a little bit. I also knew that I'd become quite a lightweight since then, and a night of vodka cocktails was sure to leave me hurting. Rather than accept my hangover fate (or pretend like I wasn't going to indulge a bit, let's be serious here), I did some research on the latest science surrounding hangover prevention and remedies, loaded up my Amazon cart, made some appointments, and set out to survive three days in Vegas without incident. Here's what I tried, and how it helped (or didn't).
Dihydromyricetin
I'd read about dihydromyricetin, derived from the Japanese raisin tree, and its supposed capability to improve the liver's ability to metabolize alcohol. I figured my weekend in Vegas was the perfect chance to test its effectiveness for myself. The dosing of this supplement is a little loose ("Take 1-2 capsules before consuming alcohol, and 1-2 capsules each three drinks thereafter"), and since I didn't want to deal with taking pills while we were out and about, I took two pills before we headed out on our first night and I crossed my fingers it would help. After a three-Champagne happy hour at Aureole followed by a three-cocktail dinner at Libertine Social, we were feeling nice and giggly.
We made our way to Jewel Nightclub where we made friends with a bachelorette party that was eager to share their vodka bottle service with us. By the end of the night, I'd consumed as much alcohol as I do during an entire week of my typically very un-Vegas life. I wouldn't say the dihydromyricetin made me feel any less intoxicated than I'd expect to feel with that many drinks in my system, but where I'd typically expect to be on a downward path toward nausea and passing out by the end of the night, I made it to bed feeling OK. More importantly, I still felt mostly OK when I woke up in the morning. I definitely wasn't 100 percent, but I knew that with just a little help, I'd be up for another day and night in Vegas.
Electrolytes and Vitamins
My first order of business after waking up was to mix up a glass of EmergenC, a pantry staple I keep on hand for immunity and electrolyte replacement. The fizziness was refreshing, and I started to feel more awake within a few minutes of drinking it. It's packed with vitamin C, B6, and potassium, all of which are depleted by binge-drinking.
Fruits and Veggies
After chugging our EmergenC and getting dressed, we headed down to the smoothie bar at Citizen's Kitchen & Bar inside Mandalay Bay, where I had a smoothie called Five Alive, a blend of kale, beet, apple, cucumber, blueberry, and grape juices chock-full of hydration and vitamins. Although a typical "hangover breakfast" of greasy bacon and eggs did have some appeal, it was a lot easier to stomach a smoothie I could sip on than a heavy sit-down breakfast, and filling myself with nutrients instead of gravy surely did my body a favor. We double-fisted our smoothies and coffees, popped 400 mg of ibuprofen (honestly for the high-heel hangover more than the actual alcohol hangover), and within an hour of waking up our hangovers were reduced to just a mild tired feeling.
Pamper Yo Self
Not that I need an excuse to plan a spa day, but I strategically booked a massage at the Mandalay Spa for Saturday morning knowing I might be in need of a little TLC. Massage increases circulation, expels toxins, and reduces muscle aches, plus it feels fantastic after a night spent dancing in four-inch heels. Post massage, we spent some time in the jetted hot tub and then ended our spa day by forcing ourselves to take a dip in the cold plunge pool. No joke, I walked out of there feeling like a new woman.
Preparty Like a Pro
We had plans to see Tiesto at Hakkasan Nightclub on our second night in Vegas, and even though we were feeling totally recovered by that afternoon, we headed into the evening with a plan. Low blood sugar can dramatically exacerbate a night of drinking, so rather than "save our calories for drinking," we treated ourselves to dinner at Bavette's Steakhouse, where we got plenty of lean protein thanks to sharing a shrimp cocktail and a petite filet mignon and complex carbs courtesy of a baked sweet potato (OK, we also shared the macaroni and cheese, and it was totally worth it). We also chugged water all afternoon and popped some more preventative dihydromyricetin. The night included another round of countless vodka cocktails that kept us dancing until 3 a.m., feeling buzzed but coherent all night.
We left Vegas on Sunday afternoon tired from staying up way past our bedtime and dancing with the conviction that Tiesto was playing tracks just for us, but aside from the fatigue of pretending we were 10 years younger than we really are, we felt pretty good. Even though I probably won't be drinking Vegas levels of cocktails again anytime soon, I'll definitely add dihydromyricetin and EmergenC into the girls' night out routine to prevent even the mild hangovers that have become more common in my 30s - and I'll consider spa treatments and five-star restaurants part of a healthy approach to weekends where acting my age isn't on the agenda.
Kate's Trick For the Perfect Classic Smoky Eye Is 1 You'll Want to Try at Home
Kate Middleton may be a duchess, but she's the queen of royal beauty in our eyes.
She's got the best hair, at all times, and it appears she's already been giving royal-to-be Meghan Markle her top hair tips. When it comes to Kate's makeup, she takes a classic-yet-chic approach. She favors Bobbi Brown and even used the brand for her wedding makeup!
Kate's first outing of the year, a day after her 36th birthday, saw her greeting very excited children at a London school. While others checked out her outfit, as self-confessed beauty junkies, our eyes were fixed on her beauty look. The heavier eye liner, slight cat eye, and nude lip got us dissecting every part of her makeup. Here's how you can replicate it at home.
Lupita Nyong'o Basically Turned Herself Into an Oscar With Her Gold Beauty Look
Lupita Nyong'o has an Oscar (for 2014's 12 Years a Slave) and, now, she is an Oscar. That's because the Black Panther actress and children's book author just wore a gold-on-gold beauty look to this year's ceremony that resembles the gilded silhouette. And, predictably, Lupita looks perfect.
On the makeup side, I'm pretty sure Lupita's blinding gold highlighter can be viewed from the International Space Station - and I wouldn't want it any other way. She matched that glow with her shiny lip gloss, which has just the hint of bronze to pull the monochrome makeup look together. She contrasted it all with a turquoise eye shadow, which acted as a complimentary color to her honey-tinted makeup.
On to the pièce de résistance of Lupita's winning look - her hair! Lupita wore a strand of faux leaves through her natural strands. Vernon François created the look, which was inspired by traditional Rwandan Amasunzu hairstyles. When seen paired with her beaded Versace gown, the gold-on-gold look was truly hypnotizing.
10 Inspiring Bloggers Who Redefine Society's Beauty Standards
This year, we've been inspired by some incredible beauty influencers who've documented their journeys to self-love on Instagram and YouTube. Whether they've faced a rare disease or celebrated their body hair (or lack of hair!), these 10 bloggers don't let their unique looks let them feel any less beautiful and encourage us to be confident in our own skin, too.
Get to know the new faces defying conventional beauty standards, ahead.
Okoye - Er, Danai Gurira - Had the Most Badass Hairstyle at the Oscars, Because Duh
We barely had enough time to regain our composure after seeing Danai Gurira utterly kick ass in Black Panther before the actress took our breath away yet again at the Oscars. The star attended the award show with her fellow Wakandans, Lupita Nyong'o and Winston Duke, and looked just as fierce as General Okoye, her character in the Marvel film.
Danai called attention to her close-cropped hair by adding metallic white coloring to the shaved detailing on the left side of her head. Honestly, it doesn't get much edgier than that, and we're living for her bold choice.
Danai, who wore a light blush gown by Gabriela Hearst, finished her beauty look with a deep rose lip color and smudged eyeliner. Ahead, admire her badass hairstyle from every angle, and you'll certainly understand why the entire internet is now obsessed with her.
1 Woman, 25+ Photoshopped Versions of Global Beauty
They say "beauty is in the eye of the beholder," and 24-year-old radio journalist Esther Honig is putting that to the test. The Kansas City girl is working on a photo project called Before & After in which she's examining how beauty standards vary by countries around the world. She sent the above shot of herself to different global graphic artists, and each photoshopped her hair and makeup look to reflect their cultural take on hair and makeup. Scroll through to see how 22 countries (sometimes with multiple looks from each) have taken on the challenge. And then reflect, how do you define beauty?
Source: Esther Honig
Andra Day Is Doing the Most at the Oscars, and We Want to Be Her BFF
It was impossible to miss Andra Day on the Oscars red carpet, because every part of her glamorous beauty look was totally jaw-dropping. The Grammy-nominated singer made it known that she is a certified beauty girl by making sure her makeup, hair, and nails were all works of art.
Andra brought the drama with a voluminous ponytail filled with loose waves and accented with small pink flowers we couldn't stop staring at. When we were finally through admiring her enormous and fabulous hair, we got to lust over her completely flawless makeup. The singer rocked the prettiest plum-hued eye shadow look we've ever seen and paired it with dramatic doll-eyed lashes. She didn't shy away from a strong contour, and she completed her makeup with a glossy-mauve lip.
We would've been won over just by her hair and makeup, but this girl even had the perfect nails. The singer had envy-inducing brick-red tips that were accented with gold charms.
Hopefully Andra continues to raise the bar for glam beauty, but in the meantime, she can hang with us makeup addicts anytime. Zoom in on all the details of her look, and then check out all the stunning looks from the night.
Taraji P. Henson Personified the Fire Emoji With Her Red-Hot Oscars Beauty Look
Taraji P. Henson is no stranger to sexy red carpet beauty looks, but she may have just rocked her boldest one yet. That's because she rolled up to the 2018 Oscars in a metallic smoky eye/berry lipstick combination you'll want to steal for your next night out. We're not sure what stole the show more - Taraji's purple (dare we say Ultra Violet) lip look or her shiny silver shadow. Both worked in perfect harmony to amp up the glam style.
Her stick-straight strands were just as edgy, and we love how the sharpness of her hair contrasted with her pillow-soft lashes. As POPSUGAR learned from a press release, those falsies came courtesy of Kiss Blowout Lashes in Pixie ($4) and were applied by makeup artist Ashunta Sheriff.
Ahead, turn up the heat and check out Taraji's smoldering look from all angles.
Jennifer Lawrence Is Making a Case to Bring Back the Perm
When Jennifer Lawrence stepped onto the Oscars red carpet, our hair envy went through the roof. The Red Sparrow actress rocked tight blond waves that make us want to run out and get a perm as soon as possible and head to the disco.
Jennifer paired her showstopping hair with dramatic brown eye shadow in a cat-eye shape that made her blue eyes pop and a shimmering copper hue smudged beneath her eyes. Her lips were painted a brick-orange hue that complemented her fair complexion and her metallic Dior gown.
Keep reading to see her spectacular look from all angles.
Zoom in on All the Best Manis From the Oscars
Sure, our mouths drop over the sparkling gowns, on-point beauty, and flawless celebrity hair looks of award season, but nothing gets us quite as excited as some fabulous nail art. From muted nudes to out-there neons, A-listers make us stop and stare at their manicures. Read on for some of our favorites from the Oscars and other red carpet events.
Zendaya Looked Like an Edgy Ballerina at the Oscars, and It Was Perfection
In case you needed any further proof that Zendaya is the queen of flawless red carpet beauty moments, her Oscars look should certainly do the trick. The actress and singer attended the award show in a muted Giambattista Valli gown that allowed us to focus on her gorgeous hair and makeup. Zendaya's updo was giving us edgy ballerina vibes, as Unilever hairstylist Ursula Stephen pulled the star's strands into a slicked-back bun directly on top of her head. There wasn't a single hair out of place, and we're dying to know her secrets.
As for her makeup, Zendaya opted for a shimmery and brown smoky eye that matched her dress. The star finished her polished look with a glossy nude lip, eye-catching highlighter on her cheekbones, and perfectly groomed brows. Read on to get up close and personal with Zendaya's stunning hair and makeup at the Oscars, then see the rest of our favorite beauty moments from the evening.
10 Setting Sprays That Will Make Sure Your Makeup Doesn't Budge
The oppressive humidity and scalding temperatures of Summer exacerbate any standard makeup gripes tenfold, but what no one's sharing with you is that there is one single product that cures all these woes for up to 16 hours at a time. Yes, really! Melted foundation, oily skin, vanishing blush, even sun damage - these issues can all be solved with setting spray.
This genius invention isn't new. In fact, it's been around for nearly 50 years but was an insider secret, available only to Hollywood makeup artists and other pros. Skindinavia is largely credited as the brand that made the category more real-girl-friendly. "They had been around since the 1970s as 'hair spray' for the face," explained Allen Goldman, CEO of Skindinavia. "We are the ones who helped blow up the category by making them comfortable to use and nonaerosol."
So how do setting sprays work? Skindinavia's formula actually features a patented cooling technology. Your skin temperature is approximately 90 degrees (which can of course get warmer or cooler depending on the weather). That heat is not conducive to durable makeup - it causes melting, color fade, and oiliness. Skindinavia creates an invisible web on the skin that works to lower the temperature of the makeup on your face, making it last.
Setting sprays also use special polymers to seal your makeup in place, creating a breathable mesh on top. They're super simple to use. Just spritz them across your face just like a standard facial mist. Many brands suggest misting in T or X shape. "This is a way to get a full application with the minimum amount of product," shared Goldman.
If you're convinced that using primer is enough for a long-lasting makeup look, reconsider. "Priming sprays are a bit more skin-care-focused and offer more texture for a smooth surface," Goldman said. "Finishing sprays are about a healthy, luminous look and extended wear."
Once you incorporate setting spray into your beauty regimen, you'll be able to party at a music festival, sweat it out on the tennis court, or work a full day and hit up happy hour looking like you just applied your makeup. Read on to discover some of our favorites.
What I Learned From Not Wearing Makeup For 2 Months
Image Source: Tori Crowther
I've had the travel bug for as long as I can remember; I just can't stay put for too long. Last year, before I'd even finished the last of my university work, I'd jetted off to the USA to stay with family for six weeks. From there, my boyfriend and I traveled around Southeast Asia, part backpacking, part nice (budget) holiday-ing. I'd managed to pack up my belongings in a bag of a similar size to the one I now carry to work every day. I'd also packed less makeup and skin care for the trip than I use in a single day at home.
I packed only six items: cleanser, exfoliator, moisturizer, SPF, shampoo, and mascara. That's it. I'd recently had an HD Brows treatment (which included tinting), so I didn't need to worry about them. I didn't even take conditioner or hair oil (though I later regretted this and bought some on my travels). To say I packed light is an understatement.
Over the first few days, I missed my acid toner, mists, and array of concealers to rid my blemishes and dark circles. But surprisingly, after the initial shock of only having minimal products, I actually forgot about my lack of beauty products and didn't miss having those extra steps in my day.
Although I've been blessed with a quite a good complexion, I still have my skin hangups. Right now I could tell you exactly where all my skin concerns are (two spots by my nose, a scar on my left jaw, and a weird blackhead on my left cheek). I stare at them every time I do my skincare routine, wishing them away. But I actually can't tell you if my skin was particularly good or bad when I was traveling, because I didn't notice it, nor did I care. I didn't have the time (nor energy) for a 15-minute skincare routine, which is one of my favorite things at home.
Image Source: Tori Crowther
My skin has definitely benefited from using an array of products, and I don't think I could ever have such a minimal routine long term. However, I have learned that giving my skin a break also gave me a break from obsessing over every blemish and imperfection. It also made me appreciate makeup. When I did decide to wear a slick of mascara once or twice in the evening, I felt great - like really great. I was amazed what such a tiny amount of product could do as a confidence booster. Never underestimate the power of mascara!
Now, I'm not saying that you shouldn't ever think about skin care again. Although there is more to life than beauty products, I strive for perfect skin and I really enjoy trying different products to find what works for me. But, there are no benefits to scrutinizing your every blemish in the mirror twice (or more) a day, because it probably isn't doing you or your skin any good. Sometimes, the basics are all you need. Embrace your natural beauty and enjoy those no-makeup moments as much as the makeup moments.
Feast Your Eyes on the Most Stunning Beauty Looks From the Oscars
The Oscars is sort of like a victory lap for award-season beauty - it's the culmination of a season's worth of jaw-dropping celebrity hair and makeup. From sweeping updos to glamorous smoky eyes, stars have saved their beauty A game for this moment. See all of the gorgeous Oscars beauty looks ahead.
This $11 Eye Shadow Brush Set Is Up 30,000% in Sales on Amazon - Customers Are Obsessed
If you're in the market for some new beauty tools, we have found a major deal for you. This Real Perfection Eye Makeup Brush Set ($11) on Amazon is currently up a whopping 30,000 percent in sales, and 76 percent of customers who have reviewed the product give it five stars.
So what makes these brushes so great? For starters, the bristles are incredibly soft on your skin, yet they hold lots of product. There is also a variety of brushes for everything you need from blending out eye shadow to applying eyeliner. There's even an eyebrow spool. They work for cream, liquid, and powder-based products, so you can use them with all of your cosmetics.
"Very soft, blend very, very well," one buyer said. "The price for the quality was better than I expected. Easy to use and clean. I am absolutely in love with these brushes! They are really great for contouring also!"
So what are you waiting for? Score these brushes soon before they disappear!
The New Glossier Product Beyoncé Wore to the Grammys Is Finally Here
Last month, the makeup community collectively freaked out when Glossier announced Beyoncé was wearing the brand's new and top-secret product on the Grammys red carpet.
Hours before the Oscars, Glossier revealed that Queen Bey was wearing LidStar, and we can look forward to seeing many other celebrities wearing the new product at the Academy Awards. Among the stars who got the privilege to follow in Beyoncé's makeup footsteps are Allison Janney, Greta Gerwig, Tiffany Haddish, Maya Rudolph, and Tracee Ellis Ross.
A few makeup artists have blessed us with images of cool new product, and Glossier posted glistening swatches of the six new ultrametallic shades on Instagram. We can't wait to see the liquid eye shadow on some of our favorite stars during the Oscars and try it out for ourselves when it debuts on March 5.
Galactic Rose Gold, Pastel Amethyst, and 10 More Nail Shades You'll Want This Spring
Whether or not your feet are ready, sandal weather is imminent. And much like the cute little groundhog that signals Spring, your toesies are about to emerge from their sock hovels to celebrate warmer temperatures. But before you bust out your favorite pair of slide sandals, consider picking up a new nail polish.
Sure, you could opt for a basic ballerina pink, but why not invest in a new statement color? Rose gold remains a favorite, but this season it's gone galactic, with many brands injecting the millennial-approved hue with flecks of shimmer. We'd also happily hail a taxicab-yellow colored manicure, as we've seen the traffic-stopping shade grace the nails of many an Instagram It girl. If you gravitate to more natural hues, you'll swoon over an earthy bronze or muted mushroom.
Keep reading to see the shades you won't want to take off all Spring.
The $10 Eyebrow Pencil I Swear by For My Thin, Light-Colored Eyebrows
If you're like me and fill in your eyebrows every day, you know how hard it is to leave the house without them drawn on. I have light-colored arches with quite a few bald spots; I just don't feel the same without having them filled in. If you can relate, you know how hard it is to find a perfect solution you love that isn't ridiculously expensive.
Needless to say, I've tested many brow products throughout the last 10 years. I often discover that powders look artificial on my skin or can easily rub off. I tried waxes that I applied with brushes as well, but they were just OK and required a lot of effort. I settled on using pencils because they are a simple one-step tool. I can easily throw one in my bag for midday touch-ups.
After using a handful of different options, I realized that this NYX Professional Makeup Micro Brow Pencil in Blonde ($10) is my favorite. It's more like a pen because the formula is softer and silkier than a tradition pencil. It stays on all day without coming off. One application has even survived a entire day and then an evening workout class. It features an ultrasleek applicator tip that is so thin and tiny, it reached every nook and cranny. The other side of the pencil features a soft brush that I use to comb through my hairs in order to smooth them out.
My favorite part about this pencil is the price. I go through these quickly - I keep one in my bag and one at home - and I never feel bad about rushing to store picking up another one if I need to. It's well worth it.
9 Prefilled Easter Baskets That Will Save You So Much Time - All From Amazon
Don't get behind on your holiday shopping this year! Pick up your Easter baskets early so you don't need to scramble for gifts last minute. We looked to Amazon because the site has so much to offer, including prefilled baskets that your little ones will love. You won't need to spend your time stressing over store shopping, either, because it's all delivered right to your door. From Disney-themed picks to candy-filled choices, shop our favorites.
This Gender Reveal Photo Shoot Is What Disney Dreams Are Made Of
For soon-to-be parents Megan and Ryan, one of their first real loves was Disney. After getting married, the fun-loving couple even opted for their photographer to capture a playful honeymoon shoot at Epcot. When the pair found out that they were expecting, it almost felt fateful that their beloved wedding photographer already had a trip planned to Florida and they immediately knew that they wanted to plan a gender reveal session at Disney World.
The only problem with this exciting idea was that at Megan's most recent doctor's appointment, the doctor was unable to say the baby's gender with complete certainty. Although he suspected it was a girl, Megan wouldn't be able to find out for sure until the day after Dawn Browne's, of Degrees North Images, flight back to Texas.
To play it safe, they decided to take photos with both baby boy and girl props in order to be prepared for either gender. They spent the afternoon at Disney's boardwalk so they could have room away from all of the pedestrians while still taking advantage of colorful backdrops. When it was confirmed that the expecting parents were having a baby girl, nobody was more thrilled than Ryan! "Our dad to be was so excited (he would only take pictures with the little girl shoes)," Browne told POPSUGAR. "Now we are all looking forward to future photo shoots with the newest Disney princess!"
The $32 Space Heater That Finally Made My Freezing Apartment Tolerable This Winter
My apartment doesn't have a heater. As a result, I normally spend the Winter cuddled up in flannel pajamas, an oversize bathrobe, fluffy socks, and extralarge slippers. This year, I decided to ditch the layers and invest in a space heater after I found this portable Lasko Ceramic Heater ($32) on Amazon. My apartment is old and hasn't been updated in a long time, so because of this I needed something that had low voltage. Years ago, my roommates and I had another space heater, but the voltage was so high that when we turned on another appliance, all of our electricity would go out. It became too much of a hassle, so we stopped using the heater. In my search for a new one, it was important to find something small yet mighty.
As soon as it arrived, I instantly turned it on and was impressed. My living room and bedroom are both on the large side, but within 10 minutes, they felt warmer. Now my favorite thing to do is stick it next to my feet while I'm watching TV or turn it on in my bedroom right before I take a shower so I can return to heated room. The lightweight design makes it easy for me to carry for room to room.
This Lasko heater was ideal because on a low setting it only uses 900 watts, meaning I could safely dry my hair at the same time. And if I want to turn it up, I can use the higher setting at 1,500 watts; I just make sure to not use any other large electronics simultaneously.
If voltage isn't a worry for you, this version of the Lasko Ceramic Heater ($39) is a little stronger (and it might ship faster).
I can safely say I'm totally reliant on it now.
8 Reasons Carnival Cruises Make the BEST Vacation For Families With Kids
Every year between the ages of 6 and 11, my family and I vacationed on a cruise. As an only child, I especially cherished our annual tradition because of the number of friends I made on every trip - some of whom I stayed pen pals with years later. So I was even more ecstatic to get the opportunity to experience Carnival Vista, my first cruise as an adult. I'm happy to report that the familiar was just as comforting as the upgrades were exciting. My boyfriend and I had the best six days together on board, and I can assure you that you and your children will have an even better time than we did.
On top of the fully equipped arcade, water park, and kid-friendly areas around the ship, every Carnival cruise is nothing short of family fun. There's also shuffleboard and an impressive casino for grandma and grandpa - so bring them along, too! Check out eight reasons why a Carnival cruise is the best option for you and your young ones.
13 Reasons Your Kid Is a Brat That Are Completely Your Fault
Parenting can feel like an uphill battle, no matter your child's age. Not only is there a lot of pressure, but it also feels like whatever you're doing is constantly being scrutinized by strangers, friends, and family.
If you're involved in your kids' lives, then you hear that you're a helicopter parent and you're raising a fragile child. If you leave your children alone and try to let them work things out on their own, then you're neglectful. It seems as though no matter what there's someone there to tell you that you're doing it wrong.
However, a lot of issues with brattiness are the parents' fault - or at least become the parents' responsibility to fix. Although children might pick up bad behavior by modeling what they see on TV or at school, parents are still to blame if they don't put an end to it or just attribute it to age.
"It's not really fair; it's just kind of the way it is," Elaine Rose Glickman, author of Your Kid's a Brat and It's All Your Fault, told POPSUGAR. "If we don't teach our kids a better way, nobody else is stepping up to do so."
The first step to breaking that bratty behavior is realizing what you're doing to contribute to it. Here, the 13 problematic things that parents of spoiled kids do.
This Line of Handmade Dolls Can Help You Teach Your Kids to Love Themselves
As a parent, when are you not in the market for a new toy for your kids? Say hello to HarperIman Dolls, a line of gorgeous handmade, linen keepsake dolls with an extraspecial message behind them. The line of dolls and accessories were created by Cynthia Watkins and Kathryn Burnett, a mother-daughter duo, in 2017. "We found that dolls of color are underrepresented. There aren't many choices, and the ones available do not accurately represent our different skin tones and hair textures," they told POPSUGAR. "Our children are left playing with and trying to identify with dolls that look nothing like them. We wanted to change that."
The dolls come in different sizes and skin tones, and they feature different hair types. They range from $80 to $90. Some feature braided up-dos, while others have tighter curls in different colors. You can even buy an array of clothes and accessories for the dolls, like a tutu or a pair of sneakers. "We believe there is truth in 'It's hard to be what you cannot see,'" they told us. "We create dolls with a purpose in mind: to help reinforce how beautiful and strong our children are by providing them with positive affirmations of themselves that they can identify with." The dolls are only sold online right now, but the company hopes to expand into stores at some point.
You Probably Missed This Detail About Gael García Bernal's Oscars Performance
When Coco star Gael García Bernal stepped on stage to perform at the 2018 Oscars, he sent a loud and proud message to his home country of Mexico before even opening his mouth. The actor, who voices Héctor Rivera in the touching Disney-Pixar film about the Mexican holiday Día de los Muertos, wore a special tie for his performance of "Remember Me." You might have missed the tie if you were distracted by the beautiful set or by Miguel and Natalia Lafourcade's impressive duet that followed Bernal's opening song, but it's an important detail: a red, white, and green ribbon bow tie modeled after the Mexican flag.
Coco is the biggest blockbuster in Mexico's history, and Bernal's tie is just one of many nods to the nation throughout Coco's Oscars presence: comedian Eugenio Derbez shouted "Viva México!" when introducing the performance, and 12-year-old Anthony Gonzalez (the voice of Miguel) ended the acceptance speech for best animated feature film with "Que viva México!"
Check out photos of Bernal's special accessory that you might have missed, then watch the creators of Coco give an emotional speech about inclusion while accepting their award.
If You Love Coco, This Oscar Performance Will Have You Slamming the Replay Button
What a stunning performance of "Remember Me" from Coco featuring @Miguel and @lafourcade! #Oscars pic.twitter.com/ru2OjBfcGx
- Channel 9 (@Channel9) March 5, 2018
Miguel, Gael García Bernal, and Natalia Lafourcade brought a pop of color to the 2018 Oscars with their lively performance of "Remember Me" from Disney's Pixar film Coco. The trio delivered a jaw-dropping visual that brought the now-beloved song to life, and we couldn't help but enjoy every moment of it. The song is also nominated for best original song, so fingers crossed it takes home the gold. Watch their performance in full above and prepare to get on your feet as well.
Coco Creators Pay Tribute to Mexico in an Emotional Oscars Speech
In the soon to be iconic words of Oscar Isaac: VIVA LATINOAMÉRICA, COCO!!! #Oscars pic.twitter.com/YixDeUGWAe
- REMEZCLA (@REMEZCLA) March 5, 2018
Coco took home the Oscar for best animated feature on Sunday night and managed to make us sob in the process. After accepting the award, the film's production team gave a beautiful tribute to Mexico during their speech. While producer Darla K. Anderson and screenwriter Adrian Molina gave a sweet shout-out to their loved ones, it was director Lee Unkrich's words about representation that really moved us to tears. "Marginalized people deserve to feel like they belong," he said. "Representation matters!" See the empowering video above.
Lupita Nyong'o Basically Turned Herself Into an Oscar With Her Gold Beauty Look
Lupita Nyong'o has an Oscar (for 2014's 12 Years a Slave) and, now, she is an Oscar. That's because the Black Panther actress and children's book author just wore a gold-on-gold beauty look to this year's ceremony that resembles the gilded silhouette. And, predictably, Lupita looks perfect.
On the makeup side, I'm pretty sure Lupita's blinding gold highlighter can be viewed from the International Space Station - and I wouldn't want it any other way. She matched that glow with her shiny lip gloss, which has just the hint of bronze to pull the monochrome makeup look together. She contrasted it all with a turquoise eye shadow, which acted as a complimentary color to her honey-tinted makeup.
On to the pièce de résistance of Lupita's winning look - her hair! Lupita wore a strand of faux leaves through her natural strands. Vernon François created the look, which was inspired by traditional Rwandan Amasunzu hairstyles. When seen paired with her beaded Versace gown, the gold-on-gold look was truly hypnotizing.
Meet the First Openly Transgender Oscars Presenter, Daniela Vega
Sunday night was all about the 90th annual Academy Awards, and although most people focus on the winners of the night like Allison Janney for I, Tonya (we see you, girl!) or Jordan Peele for best original screenplay, making him the first black writer to win the award, there were so many iconic moments throughout the night. We were especially impressed and excited about Daniela Vega's big moment. If you're not aware of who Daniela is or what her Oscars moment was, don't worry, we've got you covered!
- She made Academy Award history. When Daniela stepped onto the stage for the Academy Awards this weekend as a presenter, she did so as the first openly transgender presenter! This is huge, and she totally nailed it. She introduced Sufjan Stevens and St. Vincent to perform "Mystery of Love" from the Oscar-nominated film Call Me by Your Name, and she handled it with such style and grace.
- She was born and raised in Chile. The 28-year-old actress is from San Miguel, Santiago, Chile, and has lived in Chile her entire life, making her Oscars debut even more impressive and noteworthy.
- Her breakout role almost never happened. Daniela played Marina Vidal in the film A Fantastic Woman, which took home the award for best foreign language film. The film is about a transgender woman in Chile and the discrimination she encounters when her older boyfriend suddenly passes away, but she was initially hired only as a consultant for the film. "He asked to meet and there was an immediate trust and affection between us. He lived in Berlin at the time and I lived in Chile, so we e-mailed and we Skyped," she told W magazine about her first talks with director Sebastián Lelio. "When we saw each other, we spent time together and had a great time. When he sent me the script for A Fantastic Woman that's when I realized he wanted me for the role."
- Her voice is out of this world. The Chilean actress has another big talent that you might not know about . . . she is a classically trained opera singer (with a mezzo-soprano voice). "It was a self-discovery for me to move from imitating others to me growing to sing in my own voice. The opera was difficult and it felt like a personal conquest," she told W magazine in 2017.
- She went to an all-boys school. Daniela has faced hardships and overcome adversity throughout her life, especially when she attended an all-boys school at a young age. "I faced a certain amount of violence. It taught me that I had to learn to protect myself - and it made me stronger," she told The Guardian in February 2018. "It could have made me step backwards with my self-discovery. Instead, it pushed me further."
- Her talent is what she is really focused on. Even though Daniela is an advocate for trans rights, she really wants her talents as an actress to shine through in all of her performances. In fact, in her debut role, that was the main thing she wanted to stress. "I truly appreciate that I'm getting a lot of love from the public, from everybody, from the media. But I respect those people who are activists, who are committed to changing the world and to having an impact from a legislative standpoint when it comes to the LGBT community," she told The Hollywood Reporter. "But my, myself, I feel that I am an actress and that's my role."
You go girl!
Eiza González's Oscars Dress Was a Ray of Sunshine - and Then We Saw the Back
Eiza González is presenting at the Oscars for the first time ever, and she took this opportunity to show up with the perfect attention-grabbing neon yellow dress. The Baby Driver star was a ray of pure sunshine in a gorgeous formfitting Ralph Lauren gown.
It looked simple at first glance, but that all changed the minute she turned around. The back of the dress featured two straps perfectly placed on Eiza's back, held by matching circular facets on each side. They added the perfect amount of sexy and beautifully matched the halter style of the dress. Eiza finished off her look with some sparkly pieces of jewelry. Keep scrolling to see the 28-year-old steal the show.
Lupita Nyong'o's Divine Dress Says "I'm Strong and Fierce"
Every red carpet has that one star the crowd can't stop staring at. At the 2018 Oscars, that person was Lupita Nyong'o. The Black Panther actress wore a fierce gold Versace dress that was custom-made for her. The designer number featured a slit up one leg and chain-link details across the bodice. She simply looked like a queen. Lupita topped off her regal outfit with a Versace clutch, Alexandre Birman heels, and Niwaka fine jewelry. Read on to see Lupita's full look, then check out her equally stunning makeup.
Salma Hayek Looks Like She Just Walked Out of a Damn Disney Princess Parade in This Dress
Salma Hayek didn't aim to blend in when she arrived on the 2018 Oscars red carpet. The star could have easily passed for a Disney princess in this tiered, lavender sequined gown by Gucci. The neckline was regally completed with crystals, which sat elegantly on Salma's shoulders, bringing her look structure and glitz all at once. Read on to see how the actress accessorized with a silver clutch and shoes by Gucci, along with drop diamond earrings by Harry Winston. If you find yourself momentarily confused about whether you're watching the Oscars red carpet or a Disney princess parade, we certainly don't blame you one bit.
If Rita Moreno's Gown Looks Familiar, It's Because She Wore It to the Oscars 50 Years Ago
Rita Moreno hit the 2018 Oscars red carpet in what one might call a good luck gown. The iconic 86-year-old actress last attended the big show in 1962, when she won the award for best supporting actress for her role as Anita in West Side Story. Over 50 years later, Rita attended the Oscars in the same exact gown she wore on that memorable night.
Speculation began after Rita responded to a tweet by The Academy and said, "Wait till you see what I'm wearing!!!" A few days later, Vanity Fair reporter Rebecca Keegan said she had learned from Rita's daughter, Fernanda Luisa Fisher, that she would be wearing the same gown she wore to the 1962 Oscars.
Wait till you see what I'm wearing!!! https://t.co/X9oem3aPdO
- Rita Moreno (@TheRitaMoreno) February 27, 2018
Lo and behold, Rita arrived in the same stunning number, although she updated the bodice from a halter to strapless and accessorized with a gold statement necklace, velvet headband, and elbow-length gloves. In a red carpet interview with E!, she said she was surprised by the gown's good condition all these years later. "It's been hanging in my closet," she said. "I would think that it would tarnish!" Ahead, see pictures of Rita's sentimental outfit repeat.
Rita Moreno's Oscar Acceptance Speech Was Only 15 Seconds, and It Was Perfection!
Rita Moreno paved the way for Latinas in entertainment 56 years ago. The Puerto Rican-born Hollywood trailblazer won best supporting actress at the Oscars in 1962 for her powerful (and frequently emulated) role as Anita in West Side Story, and as one of six Oscar-winning Latino actors - seriously, only six - she's still a huge influencer in both our community and the industry. (Maybe you've seen her as Rogelio De La Vega's mom, Liliana, on Jane the Virgin or as Lydia in Netflix's One Day at a Time?)
But perhaps the most endearing thing about her Oscars win was her acceptance speech - or lack thereof. In preparation for the 90th Academy Awards on Mar. 4, we unearthed the black-and-white clip of the groundbreaking moment in history, and it's a must see.
Watch Rita, wearing an adorable updo and structured dress, fast walk up to the stage, smile wide, and say, "I can't believe it! Good lord . . . I'll leave you with that!" Mic drop.
The Craziest Way to Cook Bacon So It's Simultaneously Crispy and Chewy
Bacon is traditionally cooked in an oven, over the stovetop, or in a microwave, but what happens when you air-fry it? Air-what, you may be thinking? Air-frying is exactly as the name sounds. An appliance about the size of a slow cooker contains a drawer with a metal mesh bottom for the food. The appliance blows hot, dry air on food to fry it with little to no oil. This trend took 2016 by storm thanks to celebrity endorsements from Gordon Ramsay, Paula Deen, and Oprah Winfrey, so what's the dang fuss all about? I busted out a Philips Digital Airfryer ($250) and a package of bacon to find out.
Having no clue how to air-fry, I watched a YouTube video on how to air-fry bacon and followed these instructions. However, I ended up with steamed bacon once the cook time was complete. It resembled deli ham more than bacon, and the fat from the bacon turned translucent and gelatinous. Perhaps this is the preferred method to cook bacon in Europe, but for me, I like my bacon crispy. So I cranked up the heat and kept cooking, shaking the basket occasionally and tripling the cook time, until I ended up with perfectly caramelized strips. I'm talking evenly cooked with no burn spots. Bacon never looked better.
But looks can be deceiving; the taste test would reveal the bacon's true tastiness or not. Remarkably, the bacon had a thin, crisp exterior that yielded to a fatty, chewy interior. I've never had bacon quite like this. The bacon also retained its size prior to cooking and did not shrink at all. The cleanup was a breeze too. I poured the extra bacon grease into a dish for later (it too was pure fat with no black char bits that you find when cooking bacon in an oven or on a stovetop) and proceeded to scrub down the drawer, which proved to be an easy feat.
Feeling confident about my air-frying skills, I proceeded to attempt apple chips and failed horribly. I mean, the apple chips burned and stuck into every crevice of the grid bottom. It was a nightmare to clean up with no reward of apple chips at the end. I know there's a learning curve to a new cooking device, so I'll try again. I'm dying to learn how to make french fries and fried chicken. Those will be my next attempts!
Unicorn Macarons Might Just Be the Most Effing Magical Dessert We've Ever Seen
If you fangirled over unicorn chocolate bark, prepare to fall head over heels for the latest magical dessert trend that's stealing our hearts: unicorn macarons! These petite pastries are just like any other macaron - crisp on the outside yet chewy and creamy on the inside - except they've gotten a colorful makeover that any Lisa Frank fan would appreciate.
There are many variations of this swoon-worthy dessert trend, as some are simply multicolored macarons covered in sprinkles while others are adorned with horns or cut into the shape of the mystical creature. No matter what route you choose, you can easily DIY them at home by starting with a basic French macaron recipe (or our Fruity Pebbles macaron recipe), which calls for ingredients like almond meal and egg whites, then decorating the treats however your unicorn-loving heart desires. If you prefer sticking to a tried-and-true recipe, the baking extraordinaires behind Loving Creations For You have the perfect unicorn macaron recipe, complete with custom-made templates for cutting out the animal shapes. And if baking isn't your forte but you still want to get your hands on one of these bite-size goodies, take a road trip to Georgia for the adorably decorated unicorn macarons at Mac Lab Bakery & Cafe!
Ready to DIY these and in need of some inspiration to get you started on your baking journey? Keep reading to see how different pastry-lovers have prepared this picture-perfect dessert.
10 Chick-fil-A Copycat Recipes to Satisfy Your Cravings, Even on Sundays
Why is it that Chick-fil-A cravings seem to hit the hardest on Sundays, the only day the fast-food chain is closed? These copycat recipes allow you to get your fix any time, any day. From the classic Chick-fil-A chicken sandwich to the nuggets and more, every Chick-fil-A obsessive will surely appreciate these recipes that are just as good as - if not better than - the real thing. Just pick up some Chick-fil-A Sauce (or 20), and you're good to go.
Miley Cyrus Is Giving Us Cruella de Vil Vibes in Her Oscars Afterparty Dress
Oscars night was a busy one for Miley Cyrus. After dazzling us in a pink-and-silver Moschino dress at the Elton John AIDS Foundation Academy Awards viewing party, she arrived at the Vanity Fair party in a black-and-cream gown. Fiancé Liam Hemsworth was her date to both celebrations, of course. The two-tone design totally reminds us of Cruella de Vil's fierceness, and we are so here for that. She added a red lip and emerald statement earrings to her ensemble for an Old Hollywood vibe. This glam look makes us want to see the star on more red carpets. Make sure to check out every angle of her gorgeous outfit.
Gabrielle Union's Oscars Dress Looks Simple Until She Turns Around
Gabrielle Union sure knows how to make a red carpet entrance. For the Vanity Fair Oscars party, aka the buzziest party of the year, the actress wore a baby pink Prada gown with a silver sequinned bandeau going across her chest. We first got a glimpse at her stunning dress when she posted a hilarious photo with Regina Hall on Instagram with the caption, "Hollywood Prom with my hot date." When Gabrielle turned to the side, we realized that the sequinned bandeau actually turned into a bow at the back. She styled her dress with with jewels by Harry Kotlar, Hearts on Fire, DVANI, and Narcisa Pheres. Keep reading to have a look at Gabrielle's beautiful dress from all angles.
Tiffany Haddish, Relatable Human, Wore This Dress 3 Times - and Do You Blame Her?
Tiffany Haddish switched up her Oscars look when she changed from an Eritrean dress with a heartwarming backstory to a sleek white dress with a thigh-high slit by Alexander McQueen. Besides the fact that she couldn't choose between two outfits, what makes her even more relatable is this isn't the first time Tiffany has worn the white dress in public. In fact, her Oscars appearance marks the third time she's worn the dress, which she swore she'd "wear multiple times" during her Saturday Night Live appearance in November. "I spent a lot of money on this dress. This dress costs way more than my mortgage," the actress said during her monologue. She wasn't kidding about grabbing the dress from her closet multiple times, and we don't blame her one bit.
While presenting the award for best documentary alongside Maya Rudolph, the Girls Trip actress showed off the form-fitting dress yet again, but this time she ditched her heels for comfy UGG slippers. What was that about her being relatable? If you haven't gotten the chance to appreciate Tiffany's go-to dress, get a closer look ahead.
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