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 2 mai 2017
Ivanka Trump Reportedly Cried When She Heard the P*ssy Tape
Since her father's election, Ivanka Trump has been painted as a moderate force in the White House. Whether or not Trump's policy positions influence or align with her father's has yet to be proven, but Trump's attempts to sway her father are detailed in a recent New York Times profile. Of the many tidbits revealed about their relationship, one stands out the most.
When the now-infamous tape of her father bragging about grabbing women "by the p*ssy" was leaked by The Washington Post during the campaign, Trump was reportedly distraught. As any child whose father's gloating about sexual assault is heard across the world might do, Trump was driven to tears, according to sources who were present at the damage control meetings in Trump Tower.
After the tape was leaked, campaign staffers convened to discuss a response; Trump "made an emphatic case for a full-throated apology," reports The Times. However, her father seemed unwilling to apologize: "As she spoke, Mr. Trump remained unyielding. His daughter's eyes welled with tears, her face reddened, and she hurried out in frustration," according to The Times.
While the now-president eventually apologized, his positions have continued to be less than supportive of women - a cause that is supposedly his daughter's focus. Though Ivanka Trump "can effectively convey criticism to a man who often refuses it from others, and can appeal to him to change his mind," it's unclear whether her influence has actually produced results.
Trump's sway has, however, produced failures: her meeting with Planned Parenthood was unproductive, she has been unable to persuade her father to consider climate science, and she did not prevent her father's widely criticized travel ban despite her seemingly tolerant image.
According to her younger brother Eric, Trump was able to convince her father of one position: responding to the chemical attacks in Syria, which killed several children with a controversial airstrike.
Trump is at least aware of her political inexperience. According to The Times profile, Trump is determined to be "proactive" about the "type of change and reform that [she] would like to see happen." Trump is also cognizant of her critics. "In the short run I'll have missteps, and, in some cases, I'll take shots that I could have avoided if I had publicly said what I think," Trump told The Times.
One of the French Presidential Candidates Plagiarized Part of Her Speech
It looks like politics is starting to care less about plagiarizing and is instead fully embracing it. French presidential candidate Marine Le Pen is being accused of plagiarizing a part of her speech from a former opponent.
Le Pen's speech, given at a rally on May 1, includes several similarities to a speech given by former candidate Francois Fillon on April 15. Both speeches include the use of two phrases - "three maritime borders" and "Italy, our sister" - and use a quote from former French prime minister Georges Clemenceau, reports CNN. You can watch a clip of the two speeches side by side ahead.
You don't have to speak French to get this. Marine Le Pen plagiarizes word for word (mot pour mot) her former opponent. via @tobiaschneider http://pic.twitter.com/52IXTCxp4B
- Joyce Karam (@Joyce_Karam) May 1, 2017
However, supporters of Le Pen aren't outraged, and her staff jumped to her defense. Le Pen's campaign manager, David Rachline, said it was a way for her to reach Fillon supporters. "I do think this shout-out was much appreciated, even by Mr. Fillon's supporters," said Rachline to France's TV2.
It's unclear whether this will be any type of setback for Le Pen, who is currently trailing behind her opponent, Emmanuel Macron, by 20 points, according to a recent poll.
What a Month of Superitchy, Horrible Skin Taught Me
The following post originally appeared on Medium.
Imagine being addicted to something and not even knowing it. That's what happened to me. And it's not even a somewhat glamorous addiction. I'm addicted to cream. Not whipped cream - the cream that you put on your skin. A steroid cream. Probably the lamest form of drug you can be addicted to.
When I was around 5, I was diagnosed with eczema - a skin condition where you get dry, itchy red patches on your body. It appeared on my hands, arms, back and legs.
The doctor said eczema was genetic and that they didn't really know why people got it. I was told that it was incurable. I would have eczema for the rest of my life. So they prescribed steroid cream as the solution.
Oh yes, the cream worked - I'd put it on and the eczema would go away. But it would always come back. And when it did, I'd just put on more cream. But the eczema would come back. Cream. Eczema. Cream. More Eczema. More Cream. Etc. This cycle went on for 16 more lovely years until one month ago, when I decided to stop using all steroid creams.
What made me decide to do this? Well, a couple months ago I was reading The Art of Seeing by Aldous Huxley. Huxley used unconventional methods to heal his eyesight. There was a quote about eyeglasses that stuck in my head:
"Suppose that crippled eyes could be transformed into crippled legs. What a heart-rending parade we would witness on a busy street! Nearly every other person would go limping by. Many would be on crutches and some on wheel chairs." - Matthew Luckiesh
True. Lots of people wear glasses. Lots of people with eczema use steroid cream. But not a lot of people walk around on crutches and never fix their broken leg. And that's when it occurred to me: my skin was broken, and the cream was a crutch! Why should I keep using the crutch when I could just heal my skin for good?
As I typed "how to heal eczema" into Google, I realized that I'd never actually done my own research before. I'd put 100 percent of my faith into what the doctor told me, and took her word as truth. (I don't think she had any evil intent. I think she was just doing what she thought was right - without realizing the damage.) Now I am not a doctor, and I'm not saying not to trust doctors, I just wish I had done my own research earlier.
I found something called topical steroid addiction. This is what I know so far - the steroids suppress your adrenal glands and make them lazy. The adrenal gland is responsible for producing cortisol, your body's natural anti-inflammatory. But when you start using steroid creams (cortisol creams), the glands stop doing their job because the steroids are doing it for them! Your body starts relying on the cream, and when you stop using it, the adrenal gland realizes it hasn't made cortisol for years . . . so your body cries out for the cream. It's explained very well in this video.
I found hundreds of stories of people just like me, who were using steroid cream for a long time . . . but no one was ever cured by it. In fact, it only made the eczema get worse and worse. People would get prescribed stronger and stronger steroids, and when it didn't help, some people even started taking oral steroids. But as I read these stories of people quitting the cream, I felt quite hopeful. I saw pictures of people fully healed and never having to use a drop of cream again.
At the same time, the journey to get there looked absolutely terrifying. Red, peeling, burning faces. People taking time off work and school. Being bedridden for months. Going through withdrawal took most people around 6-12 months. Some, even years.
Even though it looked scary, I knew I couldn't go on using the cream. I wanted to be cured, not on crutches. So I quit the cream. I went into what's called topical steroid withdrawal (TSW). And yeah, it is freaking painful; it's a total shock to your body. For the first three weeks, my arms burned bright red. They felt hot to the touch. It got so itchy I just wanted to rip my skin off. It's so depressing waking up, feeling ugly and disgusting, and seeing dead skin everywhere. I started everyday feeling like a crusty mummy coming out of the tomb after a million years. I avoided mirrors and I didn't go farther than five minutes from my house for three weeks.
I did try and go to doctors again. I told them about topical steroid withdrawal and about the red skin syndrome that follows . . . and they wrote me another prescription for steroid cream and said see you later. One doctor even told me to try oral steroids. None of the doctors would really listen.
I kept looking to the internet for answers. Since sleep was almost impossible, I started using night time as research time.
I've been hunting down every source on TSW I could find. I joined Facebook groups with people going through the same thing. Turns out there is a lot of us. Many people have similar stories, and many have it way, way worse than me. Even little babies are going through it. YEAH. BABIES. It breaks my heart to see all these people suffering, especially because this pain is preventable with just a little bit of research and caution.
What I didn't realize for so long is that eczema is only the tip of the iceberg. It's just a symptom of a much larger underlying problem.
Eczema was my body's way of firing off a warning sign saying "Something's wrong! Help!" But I just kept covering up that sign with more and more cream, because that's what I was told to do. I was just treating the symptom without curing the cause.
As it turns out, there is a huge link between your skin health and gut health.
It didn't even cross my mind that I might have issues with my digestion. But it does explain why I fart so much. So as I started to swim deeper down the iceberg, I discovered that the problem with my skin had to do with basically everything, including soaps and detergents I used, stress levels, and how much I exercised, but especially what I was eating.
Throughout this whole thing - there has been one especially inspirational dude I found named Rob Stuart. He used to have eczema too, and actually cured himself through diet and lifestyle changes. He explains how a whole food, vegan diet is the best for the body, skin, and digestion. It's not too big a transition, since I've been mostly vegetarian for about a year.
I don't believe in going too extreme any one way or another, so I took changing my diet slowly. I cut down a lot on eating meat, but I was still eating lots of cheese, eggs, and ice cream. I love ice cream. I never thought that dairy could be bad for my skin. My boyfriend is lactose intolerant and a while ago, he suggested for me to try cutting dairy out, because he used to have skin issues too when he ate dairy. This was even before I discovered steroid withdrawal and my gut issues . . . but now it all links together.
So to fix my skin and my gut, I've cut all animal products out, and trying to stay away from processed foods and refined sugars. I'm experimenting with what foods set my skin off - so far I'm not sure about nuts, tomatoes, and grapes. There are also foods high in histamines, which make you itch. There's a lot of information out there, but to really find out, I think I'm just going to have to slowly experiment on myself.
Two years ago I was the worst cook in the world. (Once I put a whole broccoli in the microwave and covered it with soy sauce for dinner.) I used to be terrified of cooking with more than two ingredients. Now I am cooking for myself almost every day, even using more than two ingredients. For anyone who's going to change their diet, I would definitely recommend an app called cronometer. It helps you make sure you're getting enough calories, proteins, & vitamins.
Even though going through steroid withdrawal is so painful and annoying, I'm glad it's happening. It's made me wake up. It got me to do research and question things, rather than believing everything I'm told. The fact that I thought eczema was incurable and genetic made me think that steroid creams were my only option. I never knew that diet had a connection with skin health. In school and on the TV, all I heard was that milk is a good source of calcium, and that it isn't a meal without meat. That meat = protein. The only source of protein. The meat and dairy industries have worked hard to get those messages in my head from a young age. They don't want people knowing the health consequences.
I didn't care what I was putting in my body. I just ate whatever, and my skin ate whatever. I didn't read labels on soaps or shampoos, or think about what the steroid creams were actually doing inside my body. I didn't think that not getting enough exercise would have an impact on my skin either. Turns out, everything is connected. The body, the mind, the environment.
The way you think about a problem affects the way you will treat it, and your surroundings change what options you think are available. When you walk into a grocery store and 60 percent of the store is dedicated to animal products, you assume it must be OK. When you go into the body care aisle or whatever and see all these products with a million chemicals in them, you assume they should be fine. Because it doesn't look like there are other options. But there are, you just have to look a bit deeper to see them. With the help of my mom I started making my own lotions, so I know exactly what is in them and can see how my skin reacts directly after.
It's been a month now, and since paying attention to what I'm putting in my body (both food and products), my skin has already improved so much. It's not perfect, I'm still eating processed foods like pasta, noodles, and soy sauce - but like I said I'm just doing the best I can for now. Amazingly, I had a full night's sleep last night. I know I'm not fully healed yet and that this is just the beginning, but at least I finally feel more in control of what goes on in my body.
All I wish is that someone had told me sooner to do my own research, rather than putting 100 percent of my trust into someone else. To look deeper and work on treating the root cause, rather than covering up the symptoms. I hope that anyone reading this who's suffering from eczema or any other skin problems will dig deeper. I know there's a lot of contradictory information out there - but when you start asking the right questions, you will find the answers.
These Celebrity Couples Put Our Date Nights to Shame at the Met Gala
The Met Gala was clearly the place to be for celebrity couples on Monday night. Tom Brady and Gisele Bündchen arrived in style (and quickly heated up the Metropolitan Museum of Art with their PDA), while Pharrell Williams and wife Helen Lasichanh took a night off from hanging with their triplets to make quite a fashion statement. Although we didn't think it was possible, everyone there might have even outdone the lovebirds who hit the red carpet last year.
What a Month of Superitchy, Horrible Skin Taught Me
The following post originally appeared on Medium.
Imagine being addicted to something and not even knowing it. That's what happened to me. And it's not even a somewhat glamorous addiction. I'm addicted to cream. Not whipped cream - the cream that you put on your skin. A steroid cream. Probably the lamest form of drug you can be addicted to.
When I was around 5, I was diagnosed with eczema - a skin condition where you get dry, itchy red patches on your body. It appeared on my hands, arms, back and legs.
The doctor said eczema was genetic and that they didn't really know why people got it. I was told that it was incurable. I would have eczema for the rest of my life. So they prescribed steroid cream as the solution.
Oh yes, the cream worked - I'd put it on and the eczema would go away. But it would always come back. And when it did, I'd just put on more cream. But the eczema would come back. Cream. Eczema. Cream. More Eczema. More Cream. Etc. This cycle went on for 16 more lovely years until one month ago, when I decided to stop using all steroid creams.
What made me decide to do this? Well, a couple months ago I was reading The Art of Seeing by Aldous Huxley. Huxley used unconventional methods to heal his eyesight. There was a quote about eyeglasses that stuck in my head:
"Suppose that crippled eyes could be transformed into crippled legs. What a heart-rending parade we would witness on a busy street! Nearly every other person would go limping by. Many would be on crutches and some on wheel chairs." - Matthew Luckiesh
True. Lots of people wear glasses. Lots of people with eczema use steroid cream. But not a lot of people walk around on crutches and never fix their broken leg. And that's when it occurred to me: my skin was broken, and the cream was a crutch! Why should I keep using the crutch when I could just heal my skin for good?
As I typed "how to heal eczema" into Google, I realized that I'd never actually done my own research before. I'd put 100 percent of my faith into what the doctor told me, and took her word as truth. (I don't think she had any evil intent. I think she was just doing what she thought was right - without realizing the damage.) Now I am not a doctor, and I'm not saying not to trust doctors, I just wish I had done my own research earlier.
I found something called topical steroid addiction. This is what I know so far - the steroids suppress your adrenal glands and make them lazy. The adrenal gland is responsible for producing cortisol, your body's natural anti-inflammatory. But when you start using steroid creams (cortisol creams), the glands stop doing their job because the steroids are doing it for them! Your body starts relying on the cream, and when you stop using it, the adrenal gland realizes it hasn't made cortisol for years . . . so your body cries out for the cream. It's explained very well in this video.
I found hundreds of stories of people just like me, who were using steroid cream for a long time . . . but no one was ever cured by it. In fact, it only made the eczema get worse and worse. People would get prescribed stronger and stronger steroids, and when it didn't help, some people even started taking oral steroids. But as I read these stories of people quitting the cream, I felt quite hopeful. I saw pictures of people fully healed and never having to use a drop of cream again.
At the same time, the journey to get there looked absolutely terrifying. Red, peeling, burning faces. People taking time off work and school. Being bedridden for months. Going through withdrawal took most people around 6-12 months. Some, even years.
Even though it looked scary, I knew I couldn't go on using the cream. I wanted to be cured, not on crutches. So I quit the cream. I went into what's called topical steroid withdrawal (TSW). And yeah, it is freaking painful; it's a total shock to your body. For the first three weeks, my arms burned bright red. They felt hot to the touch. It got so itchy I just wanted to rip my skin off. It's so depressing waking up, feeling ugly and disgusting, and seeing dead skin everywhere. I started everyday feeling like a crusty mummy coming out of the tomb after a million years. I avoided mirrors and I didn't go farther than five minutes from my house for three weeks.
I did try and go to doctors again. I told them about topical steroid withdrawal and about the red skin syndrome that follows . . . and they wrote me another prescription for steroid cream and said see you later. One doctor even told me to try oral steroids. None of the doctors would really listen.
I kept looking to the internet for answers. Since sleep was almost impossible, I started using night time as research time.
I've been hunting down every source on TSW I could find. I joined Facebook groups with people going through the same thing. Turns out there is a lot of us. Many people have similar stories, and many have it way, way worse than me. Even little babies are going through it. YEAH. BABIES. It breaks my heart to see all these people suffering, especially because this pain is preventable with just a little bit of research and caution.
What I didn't realize for so long is that eczema is only the tip of the iceberg. It's just a symptom of a much larger underlying problem.
Eczema was my body's way of firing off a warning sign saying "Something's wrong! Help!" But I just kept covering up that sign with more and more cream, because that's what I was told to do. I was just treating the symptom without curing the cause.
As it turns out, there is a huge link between your skin health and gut health.
It didn't even cross my mind that I might have issues with my digestion. But it does explain why I fart so much. So as I started to swim deeper down the iceberg, I discovered that the problem with my skin had to do with basically everything, including soaps and detergents I used, stress levels, and how much I exercised, but especially what I was eating.
Throughout this whole thing - there has been one especially inspirational dude I found named Rob Stuart. He used to have eczema too, and actually cured himself through diet and lifestyle changes. He explains how a whole food, vegan diet is the best for the body, skin, and digestion. It's not too big a transition, since I've been mostly vegetarian for about a year.
I don't believe in going too extreme any one way or another, so I took changing my diet slowly. I cut down a lot on eating meat, but I was still eating lots of cheese, eggs, and ice cream. I love ice cream. I never thought that dairy could be bad for my skin. My boyfriend is lactose intolerant and a while ago, he suggested for me to try cutting dairy out, because he used to have skin issues too when he ate dairy. This was even before I discovered steroid withdrawal and my gut issues . . . but now it all links together.
So to fix my skin and my gut, I've cut all animal products out, and trying to stay away from processed foods and refined sugars. I'm experimenting with what foods set my skin off - so far I'm not sure about nuts, tomatoes, and grapes. There are also foods high in histamines, which make you itch. There's a lot of information out there, but to really find out, I think I'm just going to have to slowly experiment on myself.
Two years ago I was the worst cook in the world. (Once I put a whole broccoli in the microwave and covered it with soy sauce for dinner.) I used to be terrified of cooking with more than two ingredients. Now I am cooking for myself almost every day, even using more than two ingredients. For anyone who's going to change their diet, I would definitely recommend an app called cronometer. It helps you make sure you're getting enough calories, proteins, & vitamins.
Even though going through steroid withdrawal is so painful and annoying, I'm glad it's happening. It's made me wake up. It got me to do research and question things, rather than believing everything I'm told. The fact that I thought eczema was incurable and genetic made me think that steroid creams were my only option. I never knew that diet had a connection with skin health. In school and on the TV, all I heard was that milk is a good source of calcium, and that it isn't a meal without meat. That meat = protein. The only source of protein. The meat and dairy industries have worked hard to get those messages in my head from a young age. They don't want people knowing the health consequences.
I didn't care what I was putting in my body. I just ate whatever, and my skin ate whatever. I didn't read labels on soaps or shampoos, or think about what the steroid creams were actually doing inside my body. I didn't think that not getting enough exercise would have an impact on my skin either. Turns out, everything is connected. The body, the mind, the environment.
The way you think about a problem affects the way you will treat it, and your surroundings change what options you think are available. When you walk into a grocery store and 60 percent of the store is dedicated to animal products, you assume it must be OK. When you go into the body care aisle or whatever and see all these products with a million chemicals in them, you assume they should be fine. Because it doesn't look like there are other options. But there are, you just have to look a bit deeper to see them. With the help of my mom I started making my own lotions, so I know exactly what is in them and can see how my skin reacts directly after.
It's been a month now, and since paying attention to what I'm putting in my body (both food and products), my skin has already improved so much. It's not perfect, I'm still eating processed foods like pasta, noodles, and soy sauce - but like I said I'm just doing the best I can for now. Amazingly, I had a full night's sleep last night. I know I'm not fully healed yet and that this is just the beginning, but at least I finally feel more in control of what goes on in my body.
All I wish is that someone had told me sooner to do my own research, rather than putting 100 percent of my trust into someone else. To look deeper and work on treating the root cause, rather than covering up the symptoms. I hope that anyone reading this who's suffering from eczema or any other skin problems will dig deeper. I know there's a lot of contradictory information out there - but when you start asking the right questions, you will find the answers.
Are You and Your Boyfriend Best Friends? Here's How You Really Know
If you're lucky, your boyfriend is also your best friend in the whole world. Having a significant other who knows you better than anyone else is a great feeling - he understands exactly what makes you laugh, cry, and exponentially happy. Are you and your BF actually BFFs? Here's 17 ways to know for sure.
These Celebrity Couples Put Our Date Nights to Shame at the Met Gala
The Met Gala was clearly the place to be for celebrity couples on Monday night. Tom Brady and Gisele Bündchen arrived in style (and quickly heated up the Metropolitan Museum of Art with their PDA), while Pharrell Williams and wife Helen Lasichanh took a night off from hanging with their triplets to make quite a fashion statement. Although we didn't think it was possible, everyone there might have even outdone the lovebirds who hit the red carpet last year.
One of the French Presidential Candidates Plagiarized Part of Her Speech
It looks like politics is starting to care less about plagiarizing and is instead fully embracing it. French presidential candidate Marine Le Pen is being accused of plagiarizing a part of her speech from a former opponent.
Le Pen's speech, given at a rally on May 1, includes several similarities to a speech given by former candidate Francois Fillon on April 15. Both speeches include the use of two phrases - "three maritime borders" and "Italy, our sister" - and use a quote from former French prime minister Georges Clemenceau, reports CNN. You can watch a clip of the two speeches side by side ahead.
You don't have to speak French to get this. Marine Le Pen plagiarizes word for word (mot pour mot) her former opponent. via @tobiaschneider http://pic.twitter.com/52IXTCxp4B
- Joyce Karam (@Joyce_Karam) May 1, 2017
However, supporters of Le Pen aren't outraged, and her staff jumped to her defense. Le Pen's campaign manager, David Rachline, said it was a way for her to reach Fillon supporters. "I do think this shout-out was much appreciated, even by Mr. Fillon's supporters," said Rachline to France's TV2.
It's unclear whether this will be any type of setback for Le Pen, who is currently trailing behind her opponent, Emmanuel Macron, by 20 points, according to a recent poll.
Sarah Jessica Parker Was MIA at the Met Gala, So These Stars Totally Borrowed Her Outfits
The biggest question on Met Gala night wasn't "Who are you wearing?" It was, "Where the hell is Sarah Jessica Parker?" SJP is arguably one of the most important fashion icons to attend the annual event, but last night she was MIA. It was the first time she's skipped the Met Gala in seven years (!), presumably to work on her current HBO series Divorce. Had SJP attended, we know she would have worn an incredible look worthy of talking about.
But before we get too caught up in our sadness, we spotted something. Several Met Gala stars actually channeled the style icon's past red carpet looks. The outfits were not outright copycats, but you can totally see the similarities. Scroll on to see which stars borrowed their looks from SJP's closet, because even if she wasn't there, her fashion spirit was.
Katy Perry Let Her Avant-Garde Down For This Year's Met Gala
Katy Perry gave Met Gala-goers (and us at home) a reason to stop and stare at her red-hot look for the evening. She took the Comme des Garcons signature red shade and avant-garde style quite literally, outfitting herself in what appears to be a giant work of art.
Let's break down her beauty look: she topped her short new blond haircut with a red veil that was anything but bridal. It spelled out "eyewitness" across it in quirky letters. The eye symbol is likely a nod to the ones in the classic Comme des Garcons heart motif.
Under the headpiece, she sported a glittery red lip and smoky, shimmery blue eye shadow. Basically, Katy went for it!
Legendary makeup artist and brand-owner Pat McGrath did Katy's makeup using her new Labs Dark Star 006 Version UltraViolet Blue.
Oh, and don't forget about her nail art, also featuring iconic Commes des Garcons motifs.
Sneak Peak de Katy para la #MetGala 😏 http://pic.twitter.com/9XYpcx96md
- KATY PERRY SPAIN (@KatyPerrySpain) May 1, 2017
11 Stars Who Attended the Met Gala For the Very First Time This Year
The Met Gala is known for bringing the glitz and glamour, and this year was no different. On Monday night, the Metropolitan Museum of Art in NYC was swarming with gorgeous couples, delicious eye candy, and some of Hollywood's rising stars. Even though veterans like Sarah Jessica Parker decided to sit this year out, there were plenty of fresh faces in the crowd. Can you believe this was Celine Dion's first Met Gala ever? Neither can we. See what other celebs scored their surprising first invite to the elite party this year.
Sarah Jessica Parker Was MIA at the Met Gala, So These Stars Totally Borrowed Her Outfits
The biggest question on Met Gala night wasn't "Who are you wearing?" It was, "Where the hell is Sarah Jessica Parker?" SJP is arguably one of the most important fashion icons to attend the annual event, but last night she was MIA. It was the first time she's skipped the Met Gala in seven years (!), presumably to work on her current HBO series Divorce. Had SJP attended, we know she would have worn an incredible look worthy of talking about.
But before we get too caught up in our sadness, we spotted something. Several Met Gala stars actually channeled the style icon's past red carpet looks. The outfits were not outright copycats, but you can totally see the similarities. Scroll on to see which stars borrowed their looks from SJP's closet, because even if she wasn't there, her fashion spirit was.
Emily Ratajkowski's Edgy Eyeliner Is Ridiculously Wearable
Add teal winged eyeliner to your list of wearable makeup looks - seriously. To complement her mermaid-like Marc Jacobs gown at the 2017 Met Gala, Emily Ratajkowski chose a brushed, teal, winged eyeliner flourish as the focal point of her face. The look was created by Hung Vanngo for Marc Jacobs Beauty. (Christian Wood was responsible for her sleek waves.)
Since she's Emrata, you might not be confident copying all of her looks, but this eye design is surprisingly easy to pull off. Scroll for more angles.
Now That 13 Reasons Why Season 2 Is (Probably) Happening, Here's What It Could Be About
13 Reasons Why is incredibly close to securing a second season, and the writers are reportedly already at work on a new set of episodes. While I'm rooting for another season, a lot of fans were hoping the show would end with the 13-episode miniseries. If you're on the fence but still curious about what could happen if the show continues, I have some ideas. There's always the chance the writers will pick up from the very last episode of season one and show the fallout of Tony giving Hannah's parents the tapes, but they could go another route. Here are six options!
1. Another School, Another Story
Season one tells a complete story. We meet Hannah, we see her struggle and eventual suicide, and we witness the impact of her death among her peers and family. Yes, we could go on with these characters, but what if 13 Reasons Why adopted a format similar to Skins and cast a totally new set of people on the next season? Maybe it takes place at a neighboring school, or across the country. If our theory about Ross Butler leaving Riverdale to continue on with 13 Reasons Why is accurate, though, the writers probably aren't going this route.
2. College Life
While most of the actors are in their 20s, Clay and the rest of the students are juniors in high school when the season ends. Since it will take a while to write and film new episodes, it makes sense that the next chapter would hop forward in time. Maybe a new set of episodes will follow Clay into college. It would be hard to include everyone from the high school in this season, but a few select characters (like Tony, Skye, and Alex) could end up at the same college.
3. The Alternate Reality
This is a long shot, but what if season two expands on the momentary look into a different dimension in which Clay doesn't leave Hannah alone at the party? Instead of just getting a flash of them holding hands in the hall and hanging out with her mom, we'd see their entire relationship play out. We wouldn't live through the tragedy of Hannah's suicide, but if the writers feel like injecting something else into the story, they could focus on Skye's attempt to reach out to Clay. Consider this: if he gets together with Hannah, he never notices that Skye isn't OK, and Skye continues to feel unloved and unheard. This would prove that no matter how hard you try, someone else out there always needs a hand.
4. Alex's Point of View
Throughout the series, we see Alex Standall acting out more and more. While Jessica tries to drink her pain away, Alex is picking fights and appearing less and less like he cares about how the situation with the tapes is resolved. He's clearly overcome with guilt, but you may have missed all the signals that he had been heading toward a suicide attempt - unless you believe the theory about Tyler. The next season may cover the same events of season one, but from Alex's point of view. Perhaps there's more to Alex's story than what we've seen?
5. Tyler's Scream For Attention
Tyler is perhaps the most overlooked character in 13 Reasons Why - until the end. He's trying to be in the loop, begging for everyone to tell him just what the hell is going on. They won't, and in the season finale, we see that he's been building up an arsenal of weapons. The implication is that he's planning a school shooting, and most everyone on Hannah's list is a target. But how did Tyler get to that point, and will he carry out his attack? If the writers choose to focus on Tyler, we could see exactly what's been going through his mind.
6. Justin's Downward Spiral
Clay finds a sort of peace at the end of season one, content that he's done all he can do to make things right by Hannah . . . but Justin is another story. He's been torturing himself over the decision he made to allow Bryce to rape Jessica. Now that Jessica is taking steps to come confront her rape, she (rightly) refuses to speak to Justin. He's destroyed, and he's in a hopeless state at the end of season one. Season two could focus on how much worse (or better) it gets for him.
You Don't Have to Look For a Job Within Your College Major - Here's Why
Earning a college degree is the first step to pursuing the career of your dreams. But does the title on your diploma limit your job pool? The answer is NO! Don't feel tied down to the topic you studied because industries are always evolving and a diverse background can work in your favor.
After graduating from college, I noticed that a ton of younger women who were still in school began reaching out for career advice. The one question I was asked over and over again was if they were only qualified for positions that related to their major. In a way, I could identify with that fear because I, too, had once wondered if my fate was sealed on a piece of paper . . . and then I realized how silly that sounds.
An important skill to learn is how to communicate to recruiters and interviewers that you are, in fact, a fit for the role they're filling. I studied advertising - very traditional, Mad Men-style. I found myself becoming more and more passionate about writing and ended up gravitating toward job listings in journalism. So, in each interview I talked about how outside-the-box creative thinking was a main focus in all of my advertising courses. Turns out, being a creative thinker is also a huge part of being an editor. Go figure!
There's a ton of pressure put on students to commit to one field of study, but that doesn't mean you're married to it for life. There's always a way to take the knowledge gained in school and apply it to a wide range of business areas. If you're looking to go down a different path, read through job descriptions and try to relate each one back to your skill set. Success isn't solely dictated by your degree - it's up to you.
11 Stars Who Attended the Met Gala For the Very First Time This Year
The Met Gala is known for bringing the glitz and glamour, and this year was no different. On Monday night, the Metropolitan Museum of Art in NYC was swarming with gorgeous couples, delicious eye candy, and some of Hollywood's rising stars. Even though veterans like Sarah Jessica Parker decided to sit this year out, there were plenty of fresh faces in the crowd. Can you believe this was Celine Dion's first Met Gala ever? Neither can we. See what other celebs scored their surprising first invite to the elite party this year.
Fuel Your Sneaker Addiction by Amazon Priming These Bad Boys
Addicted to sneakers? Also possibly addicted to online shopping? Worlds collide. This mini shopping guide will show you some of the MANY shoes on offer on Amazon Prime, many of which start at prices like $19 and $29 - it's time to get strategic. If you're a Prime veteran, you know that there's a pretty wide range of prices for one item, depending on the color and size you choose, so get thrifty or treat yo'self. Either way, you'll have new kicks at your doorstep within a day or two, thanks to your glorious and most cherished online shopping membership.
The 5 Healthiest Orders at Jimmy John's
Jimmy John's is a fan favorite for sandwich-lovers across the country. It's lightning fast and affordable and touts "from-scratch food made with excellent ingredients." In a world where fast food is questionable at best with hidden cryptic ingredients galore, it's nice to see Jimmy John's come out with "all natural" and "no artificial ingredients" sandwich fixings. According to their site, they say, "Our food is simple; it's clean, and it's fresh! We use locally purchased produce, which is brought in fresh and hand sliced daily."
So is Jimmy John's your healthiest fast food option? We've picked out five sandwiches that are your best bet when you're eating lighter and leaner. Key elements: focus on upping your protein and loading on extra veggies while cutting back on sodium and unnecessary processed carbs (e.g., white bread). You'll notice in the ordering section online under bread selection that "take bread out" is an option to scoop bread out of the top shell to cut back on carbs. And always remember: if you're in a pinch, a sandwich with some bread isn't going to destroy your diet.
The Ultimate List of the Best Bodyweight Leg Exercises
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The Best Met Gala View Wasn't on the Red Carpet - It Was on Instagram
While the annual star-studded Met Gala offers attendees a platform to flaunt some pretty memorable looks, the same can be said about Instagram. Celebrities and stylists often take to Instagram to share stunning shots long before and after the event. What's more, this year was all about Comme des Garcons and its avant-garde visionary, Rei Kawakubo. So, what does that mean exactly? We expected the unexpected, and we weren't disappointed. Look ahead for behind-the-scenes shots from the 2017 Met Gala.
You Can Snag 5 of Kat Von D's New Lip Liners For a Steal - but There's a Catch
Kat Von D is back with its fifth installment of the Everlasting Flash series, in which fans can shop major deals from the brand for a superlimited time. Available on Wednesday, May 3, at 12 p.m. ET, the cosmetics company is offering a bundle of its new (and seriously awesome) lip liners in five nude shades varying from pale beige to dark chocolate.
This is not a set of fun-sized lip treats - nope, you're getting five full-sized pencils! The shades include OG Lolita, Bow N Arrow, Hawkwind, Por Vida, and Crucifix. Ordinarily, each one is $18, so you'll be getting a solid price break when you pay $72 for this set. While they were designed to be paired with Kat's lipstick range, this formula is so comfortable and durable that you'll likely find yourself wearing the colors solo.
Remember, the Everlasting Flash deals only last for 48 hours, but tend to sell out in a mere three, so if you want the Kat Von D Everlasting Lip Liner Nude Set ($72), move quickly! Learn more about the Everlasting Lip Liner collection here.
Blake Lively Wore One Perfect Ponytail to the Met Gala
Vogue darling Blake Lively attended the 2017 Met Gala with her hot husband, Ryan Reynolds, and a ponytail that made us say, "ooh!"
The long, voluminous ponytail showed off Blake's beachy texture with a little added texture: crimping.
We got the exclusive details from celebrity stylist Rod Ortega using T3 tools.
"My inspiration was the New Romantic, '80s-style pony," Ortega said. "I'm excited about this because I grew up in the '80s, and it's personal to me. I felt really close to the theme." He also explained the updo complemented the dress instead of competing with it.
Ortega described the look as a "double pony with lift and herringbone texture - an edge to a classic pony."
Here's what you need to know to DIY at home: "For the crimped texture in the pony, use a smaller plated flat iron - I like the T3 SinglePass Compact - to bend the hair back and forth," Ortega explained. "Another tip is the use flat elastic bands instead of your typical round ones as they are easy to stack and help create lift in the pony."
Back to Blake's texture. We had to know how he worked with it and showed it off so well!
"I always blow out the hair with the T3 Featherweight Luxe hair dryer to keep Blake's natural texture, as the soft air of the dryer helps the texture come through. Less is best to bring out texture! I only work with light oils and very little hair products. L'Oreal Spray Shine L'Oreal Paris EverStyle Smooth & Shine Serum is great for this, too."
When it came to makeup, she also kept it light, sticking to gorgeous gold shades.
Makeup artist Kristofer Buckle for L'Oréal Paris commented on the look in a press release, "We decided to keep Blake's makeup soft with a touch of gold. We didn't want to go too heavy with the makeup since her Versace gown made such a statement…something heavy would be too theatrical. Instead, we went for bronze-tone makeup – both on the eyes and on the face."
Keep reading to see all angles of Blake's stunning Met Gala beauty style!
Fuel Your Sneaker Addiction by Amazon Priming These Bad Boys
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Don't Miss a Single Look From This Year's Met Gala
With a theme that focused on Rei Kawakubo's inimitable, over-the-top designs for Comme des Garcons, you can be sure this year's Met Gala red carpet was filled to the brim with jaw-dropping looks. Cohost Katy Perry's wardrobe was costume-like to begin with, and what fun would it be if the supermodels, designers, and stars didn't follow in her footsteps? Ahead, see how everyone showed up to the ball, all to celebrate fashion as an art form - literally.
The 5 Healthiest Orders at Jimmy John's
Jimmy John's is a fan favorite for sandwich-lovers across the country. It's lightning fast and affordable and touts "from-scratch food made with excellent ingredients." In a world where fast food is questionable at best with hidden cryptic ingredients galore, it's nice to see Jimmy John's come out with "all natural" and "no artificial ingredients" sandwich fixings. According to their site, they say, "Our food is simple; it's clean, and it's fresh! We use locally purchased produce, which is brought in fresh and hand sliced daily."
So is Jimmy John's your healthiest fast food option? We've picked out five sandwiches that are your best bet when you're eating lighter and leaner. Key elements: focus on upping your protein and loading on extra veggies while cutting back on sodium and unnecessary processed carbs (e.g., white bread). You'll notice in the ordering section online under bread selection that "take bread out" is an option to scoop bread out of the top shell to cut back on carbs. And always remember: if you're in a pinch, a sandwich with some bread isn't going to destroy your diet.
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Priyanka Chopra Looks Like a '90s Grunge Goddess at the Met Gala
This year's Met Gala theme was a tribute to Comme des Garcons's founder Rei Kawakubo, who embraces the avant-garde. Beauty chameleon Priyanka Chopra did not shy away from the challenge, with makeup artist Pati Dubroff re-creating "the glow that comes from being in a humid storm" on the star's stunning face. Dubroff, who used Laura Mercier makeup to craft the breathtaking look, exclusively revealed the details to POPSUGAR.
As you'll notice, there was a strong monochromatic aspect to Priyanka's beauty style (so grunge!), with the centerpiece of the look being her flashy metallic eye. "I thought about desert dunes and the play of light on those tones," Dubroff shared over email. "Her eye is like a bolt of lightning, mimicking her incredible Jennifer Fisher earrings."
Dubroff prepped Priyanka's skin by applying RéVive Moisturizing Renewal Eye Cream ($150) and RéVive Sensitif Renewal Cream ($215), then massaged in the formulas with frozen Makeup Drop applicators ($20 each), which depuffed and soothed her skin.
To create the "lightning bolt" eye, Dubroff created the shape with a sparkling liner, then topped it with the Metallik Pewter shade from Laura Mercier Editorial Eye Palette Intense Clays ($48). She added extra shine to the very center of the lid using MAC Cosmetics Pigment in Platinum ($22). Dubroff completed Priyanka's look with a cool chocolate lip, using Laura Mercier Crème Smooth Lip Colour in Crushed Pecan ($28).
While Priyanka obviously is flawless, she doesn't have to worry if her makeup melts slightly throughout the evening. Dubroff swears the foundation will last all night, but the highlighter layered on top may wear - and that's a good thing. "The more it wears and get juicy, the better," the makeup artist insisted, reminding us of the "humid storm" theme. (The star's skin will look sweaty and glowy by the time she heads out of her last afterparty, which is damn sexy.) Keep reading to see more shots of this hot look!
Sticker Hair Is the Playful Trend Every '90s Girl Will Appreciate
Prepare to please your inner 5-year-old with a glance at this fun, quirky look: sticker hair! NYC hairstylist Allen Thomas Wood recently took to Instagram to share a peek at the creative style he put together using tiny, colorful Japanese stickers. In the comments section, he revealed that he used the tail of a comb to press the stickers into smooth, slicked-back hair. His bright creation is the latest in a line of several playful hair trends to capture our attention, including everything from holographic hues to, yes, Unicorn Frappuccino hair. Keep reading for a closer look at the sticker hair style, which will definitely tap into your '90s nostalgia.
Nancy Pelosi: "I Never Thought I'd Pray For the Day" Bush Was President
.@NancyPelosi to @jonkarl: "I never thought I'd pray for the day" when George W. Bush was president again https://t.co/F3g5VI54Ob #ThisWeek http://pic.twitter.com/0jjtChRh3w
- This Week (@ThisWeekABC) April 30, 2017
House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi had a slip of the tongue when she accidentally referred to President Donald Trump as former President George W. Bush during an interview on ABC's The Week. Pelosi sat down with Jonathan Karl to discuss President Trump's first 100 days in office and how the Democratic party could work with him, but it wasn't until she mixed the names up that the interview really escalated.
"Winning means winning for the American people, that either we win or whoever wins understands the priorities of the American people," she said. "And they are not with President Bush." Um. . .
"Excuse me!" she said, after catching her mistake. "I'm so sorry, President Bush. I never thought I'd pray for the day that you were president again."
Liberals could not stand President Bush - and he frequently pops up on lists of our nation's worst-ever presidents - but Pelosi seems to be saying that even Bush's most dismal approval ratings are nothing compared to the way President Trump is viewed by the Democratic leaders and left-leaning citizens.
This isn't the first time that liberals have spoken out about the ironic comparison between Trump and Bush. During Samantha Bee's Not the White House Correspondents' Dinner, Will Ferrell brought back his notorious George W. Bush impression to laugh about the times when he "was considered the worst president of all time."
"I needed eight years, a catastrophic flood, a war built on a lie, and an economic disaster," Ferrell said as Bush. "The new guy only needed 100 days. He is widely considered the worst president of all time. I came in second. I'm fine with that. No one remembers second place."
The Best Met Gala View Wasn't on the Red Carpet - It Was on Instagram
While the annual star-studded Met Gala offers attendees a platform to flaunt some pretty memorable looks, the same can be said about Instagram. Celebrities and stylists often take to Instagram to share stunning shots long before and after the event. What's more, this year was all about Comme des Garcons and its avant-garde visionary, Rei Kawakubo. So, what does that mean exactly? We expected the unexpected, and we weren't disappointed. Look ahead for behind-the-scenes shots from the 2017 Met Gala.
See What Your Favorite Stars Wore to Their First Met Gala
As celebrities gear up for the Met Gala every year, they tend to delight in "remember when?" moments, posting flashbacks of their first time at the ball. For the Rei Kawakubo Comme des Garcons exhibit, some ladies even came "full circle," attending the event with the same designer they wore upon their debut (we're looking at you, Gwyneth Paltrow and Kate Hudson). Others, however, wore outfits off the beaten path - designs they might never have picked back in the early 2000s or late '90s. Scroll for a full rundown on what your favorite supermodels and stars wore for their first rodeo at fashion's prom night.
This Bride’s Custom Christian Siriano Dress Was the Grand Finale to a Weekend of Pretty Gowns
There's nothing like being a Christian Siriano bride, and Scream star Carlson Young can probably attest to this. The actress married Foster the People's Isom Innis in a beautiful southern wedding while wearing a custom creation by the designer. Made of beaded French lace and tulle, the gown featured a Victorian-style collar and delicate floral embroidery. Christian gave a shout out to the bride on Instagram, writing, "Congratulations to my love @carlsonyoung on your wedding!! Loved making this gown for you!"
This look was Carlson's grand finale to a weekend of pretty dresses. She also wore an embellished lavender rehearsal dinner gown and followed up with several stunning dress changes you simply have to witness yourself. Scroll on to see all of Carlson's dresses and pay extra attention to her custom bridal look.
Kimmel baby's heart defect is common and fixable, cardiologist says
The hole-in-the-heart problem that plagues comedian Jimmy Kimmel's newborn son is one of the most common heart-related birth defects, and it usually can be fixed with surgery.
Selena Gomez's Met Gala Purse Came With a Message That Shouldn't Be Missed
At the 2017 Met Gala, Selena Gomez made her first red carpet appearance with The Weeknd. While the new couple showed each other affection throughout the evening, Selena's pint-size handbag boasted a big message about individuality and self-love that should not be missed.
Following the event, Coach shared a picture of the bottom of Selena's bag, which read, "Love yourself first." Only Selena's biggest fans might know this, but the multi-hyphenate has that same exact phrase tattooed on her side in Arabic script. Ahead, see pictures of the statement-making bag.
See What Your Favorite Stars Wore to Their First Met Gala
As celebrities gear up for the Met Gala every year, they tend to delight in "remember when?" moments, posting flashbacks of their first time at the ball. For the Rei Kawakubo Comme des Garcons exhibit, some ladies even came "full circle," attending the event with the same designer they wore upon their debut (we're looking at you, Gwyneth Paltrow and Kate Hudson). Others, however, wore outfits off the beaten path - designs they might never have picked back in the early 2000s or late '90s. Scroll for a full rundown on what your favorite supermodels and stars wore for their first rodeo at fashion's prom night.
Selena Gomez’s Eye Shadow Transformed Her Entire Look at the Met Gala
Selena Gomez had jaws dropping and heads turning when she arrived at the 2017 Met Gala, but while most were in awe at her first red carpet with boyfriend The Weeknd, we couldn't help but fall into the gaze of her stunning makeup.
Selena might have opted for an understated Coach slip dress, but that captivating eye shadow fell perfectly in line with the Comme des Garcons theme. Chris McMillan took care of her sleek A-line bob, and celebrity makeup artist Hung Vanngo gave Selena a nude lip to guarantee all eyes were glued to her striking Marc Jacobs pink eye shadow.
"I originally was going to do something very soft on Selena, and kept that idea in mind for the most part when deciding on her makeup look," Vanngo said. "The twist was the bright pink eyeliner I came across while sorting through colors. I thought it would be a fun punch of color, but still go with the overall makeup look."
To create that radiating hot pink eye, Vanngo used Marc Jacobs Beauty Highliner Matte Gel Eye Crayon in Pop(ular) 49 ($25) and the soft shadows from Marc Jacobs Beauty Style Eye-Con No. 7 Plush Eye Shadow Palette in The Lover 220 ($59).
Keep reading to see photos of Selena's cat-eyed pink shadow at the Met Gala.
This Bride’s Custom Christian Siriano Dress Was the Grand Finale to a Weekend of Pretty Gowns
There's nothing like being a Christian Siriano bride, and Scream star Carlson Young can probably attest to this. The actress married Foster the People's Isom Innis in a beautiful southern wedding while wearing a custom creation by the designer. Made of beaded French lace and tulle, the gown featured a Victorian-style collar and delicate floral embroidery. Christian gave a shout out to the bride on Instagram, writing, "Congratulations to my love @carlsonyoung on your wedding!! Loved making this gown for you!"
This look was Carlson's grand finale to a weekend of pretty dresses. She also wore an embellished lavender rehearsal dinner gown and followed up with several stunning dress changes you simply have to witness yourself. Scroll on to see all of Carlson's dresses and pay extra attention to her custom bridal look.
You Haven't Lived Until You've Tried Sephora's 15 Bestselling Foundations
So many important factors go into buying (and falling in love with) a particular foundation. For starters, you need a hue that actually matches your unique skin tone. Then, you have to consider how it works with your skin type. You'll have to decide the type of finish and coverage you're seeking. And then there's a bevy of ingredients and skin care benefits to also take into consideration.
Needless to say, picking a foundation out isn't easy - especially if you prefer to shop online for beauty products. But this is why it's important to do research, and thanks to the millions of makeup-lovers who shop and review products on Sephora.com, the most complicated research is done for you.
If you're in the market for a new foundation, we've rounded up the bestselling options from Sephora.com. These top-tier complexion formulas have all been given a prestigious four or more stars by avid foundation-lovers, and include a variety of formulas for all preferences (including full cover, natural, and powder)! Keep reading to check them out.
Rumor Has It That a Haunted Mansion Restaurant at Disney World Is in the Works
When Walt Disney World opened the Haunted Mansion-themed gift shop Memento Mori in 2014, we thought it couldn't get better than that. Well, rumor has it Disney World is stepping up its game - again.
Multiple reports are hinting at the possibility of a Haunted Mansion restaurant in the Magic Kingdom, based on the classic park attraction. Disney World has already proven that it's open to attraction-inspired restaurants; the Jungle Skipper Canteen is a full-service restaurant based on the popular Jungle Cruise ride in the park.
For now, the rumors about a Haunted Mansion-themed restaurant are just that: rumors. Still, fans of the creepy ride (and who isn't a fan?!) can keep their fingers crossed that this idea will indeed become a reality. Stay tuned for any updates as soon as we get them.
Mom's Comics Perfectly Sum Up What It's Like to Have Teenagers
Raising a tween or teen is a struggle in two ways: firstly, they have the capacity to make parenting a nightmare (only second to toddlers), and secondly, it gets harder every day to find new ways to embarrass them. Adrienne Hedger of Hedger Humor has found the perfect balance - and the hilarity - between the two struggles and has created a number of hysterical comics for the enjoyment of all parents, whether they have teens yet or not.
Ahead, check out some of our favorites she's created inspired by her tween daughter, Claire, and teen daughter, Kate.
Selena Gomez's Met Gala Purse Came With a Message That Shouldn't Be Missed
At the 2017 Met Gala, Selena Gomez made her first red carpet appearance with The Weeknd. While the new couple showed each other affection throughout the evening, Selena's pint-size handbag boasted a big message about individuality and self-love that should not be missed.
Following the event, Coach shared a picture of the bottom of Selena's bag, which read, "Love yourself first." Only Selena's biggest fans might know this, but the multi-hyphenate has that same exact phrase tattooed on her side in Arabic script. Ahead, see pictures of the statement-making bag.
Princess Charlotte Gives a Sly Smirk in Precious New Birthday Photo
Princess Charlotte is growing up fast! In honor of her second birthday on May 2, a precious new photo of Charlotte was released by the Duchess of Cambridge on Monday. In the snap, the little one gives a sly smirk while wearing a yellow sweater and holding on to what appears to be a book. The last official photo of Charlotte we were treated to was on her first birthday in 2016, though we did get to see her attending church with her parents on Christmas and living it up on a royal tour of Canada with her brother, George, back in September.
It's already shaping up to be a big week for the family; Will and Kate celebrated their sixth wedding anniversary on Saturday, and the duchess is scheduled to visit Farms For City Children in the UK on Wednesday. Later this month, Charlotte and her older brother will have big parts in their aunt Pippa Middleton's wedding to James Matthews.
Admit It, You Were Thinking the Same Thing When You Saw These Jaw-Dropping Met Gala Looks
The Met Gala is considered the prom of fashion. While certain celebrities opted for traditional floor-length gowns this year, others chose ensembles that left our jaws hanging. For one, supermodel Kendall Jenner walked the red carpet in a nearly naked La Perla gown that revealed all of her famous assets while Cara Delevingne took her love for The Wizard of Oz a little too far. And of course, how can we not mention the uncanny resemblance between Claire Danes's Monse shirt and the blouse Jerry Seinfeld wore in the famous "Puffy Shirt" episode? (Admit it, you were thinking the same thing.) Scroll on to have a look at some of the most outrageous looks of the night.
Admit It, You Were Thinking the Same Thing When You Saw These Jaw-Dropping Met Gala Looks
The Met Gala is considered the prom of fashion. While certain celebrities opted for traditional floor-length gowns this year, others chose ensembles that left our jaws hanging. For one, supermodel Kendall Jenner walked the red carpet in a nearly naked La Perla gown that revealed all of her famous assets while Cara Delevingne took her love for The Wizard of Oz a little too far. And of course, how can we not mention the uncanny resemblance between Claire Danes's Monse shirt and the blouse Jerry Seinfeld wore in the famous "Puffy Shirt" episode? (Admit it, you were thinking the same thing.) Scroll on to have a look at some of the most outrageous looks of the night.
See All the Smoldering Beauty Looks From the Met Gala
Award season may have officially come to a close with the Oscars, but that doesn't mean that there's no red carpet glam to feast your eyes on. Quite the contrary, in fact - the Costume Institute Gala at New York City's Metropolitan Museum of Art has the most creative, unexpected, and outstanding assortment of celebrity hair and makeup looks every year, and 2017 is no exception. This year, the evening honored Comme des Garcons's Rei Kawakubo, which has translated into avant-garde-style beauty from models, actresses, and fashion icons alike. Keep reading to see some of the most jaw-dropping creations, from Katy Perry's moody veiled headpiece to Lily Collins's crisp gothic lip.
Mom's Comics Perfectly Sum Up What It's Like to Have Teenagers
Raising a tween or teen is a struggle in two ways: firstly, they have the capacity to make parenting a nightmare (only second to toddlers), and secondly, it gets harder every day to find new ways to embarrass them. Adrienne Hedger of Hedger Humor has found the perfect balance - and the hilarity - between the two struggles and has created a number of hysterical comics for the enjoyment of all parents, whether they have teens yet or not.
Ahead, check out some of our favorites she's created inspired by her tween daughter, Claire, and teen daughter, Kate.
The Met Gala Was a Gathering Place For Justin Bieber's Ex-Girlfriends (and His Rumored New 1)
The Met Gala went down in NYC on Monday, and in addition to the night's theme providing gorgeous fashion from some of our favorite stars, there was also a glaring theme among some of the younger guests: a lot of them have dated Justin Bieber. The "I'm the One" singer's most famous ex, Selena Gomez, was in attendance with her boyfriend The Weeknd, and some of his past flings, including Hailey Baldwin and Sofia Richie were also there. And in another weird twist of fate, Justin's rumored new girlfriend, Pitch Perfect 2 star Hailee Steinfeld, also made an appearance. A fan even snapped a photo of Justin meeting up with Hailee after the big night. While we don't think his exes became best friends while bonding in the bathroom (besides pals Hailey and Kendall Jenner), it was pretty odd seeing them all pop up at the same event. Hollywood is a small world, y'all.
Dunkin' Donuts's Blue Raspberry Drink Has the Caffeine Boost You Need
There are certain days when you need a rush of caffeine ASAP, and on those days you should reach for the Dunkin' Energy Punch, a new Dunkin' Donuts drink by Monster Energy. That's right: one of your favorite coffee brands has collaborated with Monster to develop an iced drink that's made with a 16-ounce can of Monster Energy mixed with either classic Blue Raspberry or Strawberry flavors. It's available exclusively at participating Dunkin' restaurants in New England, Miami, and West Palm Beach.
Since there's no actual coffee in the drink, this is a perfect option for people who don't drink iced coffee but love a caffeine boost in the morning. With the blue raspberry or strawberry flavors mixed in, the punch is like a tart energy drink with a boost of fruity flavor. We're not exactly sure how many grams of caffeine the drink has, but we can guarantee it'll wake you up. Between this and the new frozen coffee from Dunkin' Donuts, you have a list of iced drinks that will cool you down this Summer!
Salma Hayek Is Basically Barbarella With Her Boot Pants at the Met Gala
Salma Hayek's Met Gala look was something out of this world. Before heading to the big event, Salma's makeup artist Matthew VanLeeuwen prepped her skin using A Complete and got her ready to strut down the red carpet. The 50-year-old Mexican actress rocked an ensemble from Balenciaga that surprised us in an unexpected way.
At first, we thought the simple black dress with a bow was it, but look closely and you'll see Salma was wearing two pieces. She rocked electric blue boot pants from the French designer - yes, her shoes were also her pants!
On the red carpet, Salma described Comme des Garcons's designer Rei Kawakubo as "innovative, imaginative and ahead of their time" to E! News, so it's really no wonder she went with this futuristic look. Keep scrolling to see more of Salma.
11 New Books Worth Reading in May
You know what I love about the Spring and Summer seasons? It's suddenly socially appropriate to break out the chick lit (a term I use endearingly). Fall and Winter are for heavy books; when I head to the admittedly shady part of the beach, I like to bring a fun, easy novel with me. Maybe I got it at the airport. Who knows? This May, plenty of new books are being released, and amongst the recipe compilations and self-help guides, there are a handful of truly interesting reads. Here are my picks for the month ahead!
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