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samedi 6 mai 2017
Yes, It Is YOUR Job to Make Your Husband Happy
Happiness is your job, because love starts with you. Read on to understand why, from Andrea Miller for YourTango.
Why do so many of us buy into the myth that marriage is supposed to make us happy?
I'm glad to see how marriage has evolved. It used to be much more transactional - happening principally to foster economic benefits or social standings or to produce children - but nowadays people typically choose to commit themselves legally to each other for far more noble goals. More and more people marry with the intention of experiencing lasting love and companionship.
Unfortunately, too many women I know get married and somehow, perhaps unconsciously, expect their husbands to make them happy. When things get hard - and they always do - rather than looking inward at where they may be at fault, too many women point the finger toward their partners. They blame him (or her) for the problems in their relationship. "If he would just pay more attention to me our marriage would be great!" or "If she would just help more around the house, things would be so much better."
Frustrated and hurt, these women compound the problems in their relationships by judging and criticizing they partner. Then the punishment escalates and they withdraw and withhold sex, affection, and attention.
"He can make his own damn dinner!"
"I'm not having sex with him again until he apologizes!"
"His clothes can mold in the washing machine for all I care!"
"I don't give a sh*t what he does. I'm right and he's wrong!"
So many women sit there in judgment and righteousness while their relationship falters. They expect a near perfect mirror image of themselves, someone who agrees with them and who behaves the way they want them to behave.
These women let their hurt and anger run roughshod in their relationships. Small resentments turn into poisonous darts. Fights over the dishes become biblical.
But the fights are almost never really about the dishes.
They're about not feeling cared for, about feeling taken advantage of, about not feeling heard or seen. They simply do not feel loved or appreciated enough by their spouse.
Too often these women - even the strongest, smartest, most independent of them - weirdly believe that if they inflict enough pain back onto their partners or exact enough control of them, they'll suddenly get with the program. Instead, the opposite usually happens. Their partners - not feeling loved enough and tired of feeling nagged, controlled, and criticized - do the opposite. They withdraw and tune out. And the cycle of drama and dysfunction only becomes more vicious and protracted.
It becomes uglier and more painful.
It's like that old prophetic bumper sticker: The beatings will continue until the morale improves. But the morale never improves!
Never does treating someone badly give you what you want - at least not in a healthy relationship based on trust and safety.
You can fight. You can yell. You can withhold. You can sit there in your judgment and self-righteousness, running the narrative in your head over-and-over again about how you're right and how he's wrong, wrong, wrong. How he's a selfish assh*le. A frustrating idiot. An uncaring egomaniac.
But let me ask: How's that working for you?
Does that ever really get you what you want?
I know this damaging, dysfunctional pattern far too well. I used to be that woman who felt hurt, angry, unseen, and unheard. I also didn't feel loved enough by my husband.
What did I do? Looking back, I admit that I did some crazy sh*t. And it is sh*t. Why did I ever think that punishing my husband by turning away from him and harboring resentments would EVER get me what I wanted? How could I possibly think that punishing him and withdrawing from him would magically give me more love, attention, praise, and affection? It's nuts. It's self-sabotage.
Why do so many of us do this? Why do you do this?
Ladies, if you want to be happy in your marriage, make it your job to make your husband (or wife) happy.
Quit waiting around for someone else to go first, sponge up your hurts, love you perfectly, make you happy or - God forbid - "complete" you.
My marriage brought me to my knees. I was with someone brilliant, generous, funny, charming, and so much more. But Jesus, how we pushed each others' buttons. The pain I felt in our relationship as a result was excruciating.
After FINALLY figuring out that punishing him for my hurt gave me the opposite of what I want, I came to the last possible conclusion. I decided that I needed to change. I decided to try more love and tenderness and less judgment and punishment.
I decided to do all that I could to make him happy and feed and nurture our marriage.
A mentor of mine, David Bell, said something brilliant to me, "Trying to change another person is an act of aggression. Trying to change yourself is an act of love."
It took me a long time to understand this and act on it.
I now know that love starts with me. And it's changed everything.
I decided to put 150 percent of myself into our relationship and not sit around keeping score or waiting for love to wash over me. I stopped waiting for someone else to make me happy.
What's happened as a result has been brilliant. I started tuning much more actively into my husband - prioritizing him, touching him regularly (holding his hand, sitting very close to him, hugging him, rubbing his shoulders, etc), more actively praising and appreciating him, and - crucially - not letting my ego get the best of me and not letting my need to be right lead to Armageddon. As a result, I have managed to bring out the best in my husband.
Our relationship has become light years better, and I feel much happier and more empowered.
Now, it must be said: If you really make it your job to make your partner happy and he (or she) exploits your efforts or never truly reciprocates - never meeting your love with love - you may be in a deal breaker scenario. Despite your best efforts, you may be with someone who is unable or unwilling to love you back and you will probably need to terminate the relationship.
I have written a book that covers the painful drama of my marriage, and what we did to beautifully transform it. The book is called Radical Acceptance: The Secret to Happy, Lasting Love. It goes on sale May 2nd. You can click to pre-order your copy here.
If you're willing to do the work and put in the love; if you're willing to open your heart and mind to the idea that love starts with you, and it's your job to make someone else happy, Radical Acceptance can also transform your relationship!
- Andrea Miller
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Your New Favorite Protein-Packed Lunch Is Just a Starbucks Visit Away
Well, it looks like we now have something else to look forward to while making our hourly daily Starbucks run. The coffeehouse just made a major move toward healthy eating by adding six protein-packed items we can't wait to try out. Customers have been demanding more protein, fruits, vegetables, and antibiotic-free meats, so Starbucks responded by whipping up an array of new goodies for its grab-and-go lunch menu. Two of the menu additions are brand spankin' new, while the other four are simply upgrades to existing items to make them even healthier than they were before.
Each of the meals has 20 or more grams of protein, so they're beyond ideal for lunching or snacking sans guilt. If you're looking for a healthier alternative to that ever-so-tempting pumpkin loaf, these new treats are sure to save you (although we're not opposed to indulging in that loaf every now and then . . .). Read on to drool over the latest additions to the Starbucks lunch menu, and be sure to try its other healthy foods and iced drinks while you're at it!
These Stylish Royals All Have 1 Thing in Common With Kate Middleton
Royals aren't always in a skirt or dress. Sometimes they want a dress-down day, too, say if they're visiting a farm or taking the children to school. So what's their go-to piece for a casual day, you ask? That would be jeans. Whether flare or skinny, white or dark blue, royals can't get enough of this basic piece - and they shouldn't. As Kate Middleton's proven, even royals can style jeans for all types of occasions. Though she has a strong denim collection, Kate isn't the only one to give them that princess touch. Ahead are several other royal ladies who have worn the everyday bottoms and looked just as polished.
These Stylish Royals All Have 1 Thing in Common With Kate Middleton
Royals aren't always in a skirt or dress. Sometimes they want a dress-down day, too, say if they're visiting a farm or taking the children to school. So what's their go-to piece for a casual day, you ask? That would be jeans. Whether flare or skinny, white or dark blue, royals can't get enough of this basic piece - and they shouldn't. As Kate Middleton's proven, even royals can style jeans for all types of occasions. Though she has a strong denim collection, Kate isn't the only one to give them that princess touch. Ahead are several other royal ladies who have worn the everyday bottoms and looked just as polished.
Your New Favorite Protein-Packed Lunch Is Just a Starbucks Visit Away
Well, it looks like we now have something else to look forward to while making our hourly daily Starbucks run. The coffeehouse just made a major move toward healthy eating by adding six protein-packed items we can't wait to try out. Customers have been demanding more protein, fruits, vegetables, and antibiotic-free meats, so Starbucks responded by whipping up an array of new goodies for its grab-and-go lunch menu. Two of the menu additions are brand spankin' new, while the other four are simply upgrades to existing items to make them even healthier than they were before.
Each of the meals has 20 or more grams of protein, so they're beyond ideal for lunching or snacking sans guilt. If you're looking for a healthier alternative to that ever-so-tempting pumpkin loaf, these new treats are sure to save you (although we're not opposed to indulging in that loaf every now and then . . .). Read on to drool over the latest additions to the Starbucks lunch menu, and be sure to try its other healthy foods and iced drinks while you're at it!
18 Sofia Vergara Swimsuit Snaps That'll Make You Feel Hot and Bothered
If there's one thing we know for sure in life is that Sofia Vergara looks hot as hell in a swimsuit. The 44-year-old Colombian actress (and mom to 24-year-old Manolo) has a curvy body that needs to be shown, and obviously Sofia agrees, sharing snaps of her time spent in bikinis and one-pieces on Instagram every chance she gets.
From analyzing these photos closely (don't even pretend you are not about to do just that!), we've discovered Sofia prefers monikinis that show off her tiny waist, occasionally opting for Brazilian-cut bikinis that highlight her toned booty. Keep reading to see all of her, hmm, impressive assets.
18 Sofia Vergara Swimsuit Snaps That'll Make You Feel Hot and Bothered
If there's one thing we know for sure in life is that Sofia Vergara looks hot as hell in a swimsuit. The 44-year-old Colombian actress (and mom to 24-year-old Manolo) has a curvy body that needs to be shown, and obviously Sofia agrees, sharing snaps of her time spent in bikinis and one-pieces on Instagram every chance she gets.
From analyzing these photos closely (don't even pretend you are not about to do just that!), we've discovered Sofia prefers monikinis that show off her tiny waist, occasionally opting for Brazilian-cut bikinis that highlight her toned booty. Keep reading to see all of her, hmm, impressive assets.
Crystal Succulent Planters Are the Trendy Desk Accessory of Your Dreams
We've already witnessed the charming results of combining succulents and birdcages, and now we've stumbled upon an even cuter duo to fuel our never-ending plant obsession: crystal succulent planters! Geode-inspired home decor products have been on the rise lately, but when you bring adorable baby succulents into the picture, it's just too cute to pass up. The rough, jagged edges of geodes offer a lovely contrast to the smooth succulent leaves, making for one heck of an Instagrammable desk accessory.
A few different vendors sell their own versions of these unique beauties (we suggest either Botanicals by Bella or AirFriend!). Ahead, we've gathered the dreamiest photos of crystal planters to inspire you to give the boho-chic trend a try in your home.
The Man Suing Chip Gaines Speaks: "There Was a Sense of Betrayal and Frustration"
On April 27, two former Magnolia Real Estate partners filed a lawsuit against Chip Gaines for fraud allegations. According to John L. Lewis and Richard L. Clark, the Fixer Upper star bought them out of the company for $2,500 without disclosing that HGTV had just picked up a show that heavily promotes the Magnolia brand - a show that has since gone on to be hugely successful, no less.
The following day, Gaines indirectly addressed the controversy. On Twitter, he wrote, "The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it." Now, one of the men suing Gaines has spoken about the lawsuit in a new interview with People.
Lewis explained that he had been friends with Gaines for over a decade prior to this alleged incident. Lewis said, "There was a sense of betrayal and frustration. Once I had sold him my interest in the company and his show began to flourish, I never heard from him again." Adding, "I knew and understood at that point that he had gotten all he could out of our relationship and was done with it." Gaines responded to this particular claim in another tweet, shown below.
Fyi: Ive had the same cell # 15 yrs.. same email for 20 yrs. No one called or emailed? 4 years later "friends" reach out via lawsuit.. humm
- Chip Gaines (@chippergaines) April 29, 2017
Meanwhile, Lewis is arguing that he and Clark had reached out to Gaines prior to the lawsuit. "We were doing everything we could in an attempt to resolve this matter privately. We waited as long as we could before having to file this lawsuit," he said. Adding, "But as of today, [Gaines] has failed to take responsibility for any of the allegations outlined in our petition."
Gaines's lawyer, Jordan Mayfield, did confirm that Gaines had learned about these allegations in 2016, prior to the lawsuit. On the other hand, Mayfield said the claims are "meritless" and criticized the suspicious timing. Mayfield said, "The fact is that for over three years Chip heard nothing from Mr. Lewis or Mr. Clark about these issues. The first time he did hear from them was in the form of a demand letter from a lawyer threatening a lawsuit."
Ultimately, Lewis seems to be most upset about the loss of the friendship. He told People, "We had been friends for over a decade up until I sold him my interest in the company. I'll hug it out if he's willing to."
15 Color-Changing Mood Rings For Grown-Ass Women
If you were alive in the '90s, you most likely had a mood ring at some point. Even though they weren't always the cutest piece of jewelry (remember those thick color-changing silver bands?), they were so damn cool for some reason. A ring that can detect how I'm feeling right now? Amazing! Well, not exactly since they're heat-sensitive, but they're still awesome nonetheless.
Today's mood rings are definitely more on trend with current styles. Solitaire mood stones have replaced the color-changing bands we've known and loved. They're beautiful, fashionable, and nostalgic! Check out 15 mood rings for adults.
Drew Barrymore: "I Want to Be the Rock That Floats"
I enter through a grand wooden door of a mansion in Monterey, CA - we're talking Big Little Lies status with sweeping views of the Pacific in front of me. I'm there to interview Drew Barrymore, who is in the midst of an elaborate photo shoot for Barrymore Wines, a wine label she has developed in partnership with Carmel Road. She has just released the 2016 Monterey Rosé of Pinot Noir ($23), a wine I'll try while catching up with the ever-quotable actress. As I step into the foyer, Drew cuts across the room, half sandwich in hand to take her lunch break. She stops upon recognition and draws me in for a hug.
"It's been a year," Drew sighs. "What a year it's been," I echo. Last April, we sat at a sunny window seat, sipped Rosé a little too early in the day, and discussed everything but her relationship status on what might have been the most challenging day of her life. The afternoon before, she and Will Kopelman announced their divorce. "[E]ventually you start to find grace in the idea that life goes on," the two said in the official press release. Those words seem to ring true for Drew. We have a lot to discuss.
I'm led down rugged stone steps in the backyard to a flat, leaf-blanketed nook. After her break, Drew floats down the steps to join me, wearing a floral BCBG dress. A teal-and-indigo Missoni cardigan hangs off her shoulders. She scrunches her tousled hair - it's become somewhat of a legend since this year's Golden Globes.
The man responsible for Drew's hair is Daniel Howell (he goes by Mr. Daniel). He uses a diffuser to dry her hair "without breaking up the natural wave pattern," Mr. Daniel tells me. Then, he wraps the midsection of the completely dry hair (not the roots or the ends) around a curling iron to "enhance and define the texture." To finish, he mists her hair lightly with Evian to soften "that curling ironed look." Fine mineral water spritzed in her hair isn't the only reason Drew looks so luminous.
Drew's eyes glow thanks to her makeup artist Debra Ferullo, who uses Drew's own line of makeup, Flower Beauty. Debra combines the Foxy Brown Shadow Quad and Shimmer and Shade Eyeshadow Palette and dresses the waterlines with Long-Wear Eyeliner in Brownstone. I can't help but become transfixed when Debra pats something iridescent on the center of Drew's lids. It's the Astral White Pigment found in Pat McGrath Labs DarkStar 006, and it ignites the rosy shadows into a luscious, pearly glimmer. Drew looks damn good - and I know that sort of stunning beauty comes from feeling good too.
We sit alone on wooden stools set next to a rustic table styled for the shoot. The sun and sea breeze dance around us. It's completely silent save for the distant noise of waves crashing on the rocky cliffside and leaves rattling on the treetops. We sip our glasses of Rosé. It's tangy and thirst-quenching and tastes like a memory of a cold, rocky coastline. It juxtaposes the warm day nicely. This moment, these surroundings, Drew and I both breathe in the splendor and smile at one other. I start the interview with a simple question and hope she gives me an honest answer.
"How are you?" I ask earnestly. She responds, "We're all going through so much hard, wonderful, amazing . . . it's blessings; it's lessons; it's hardship; it's life. I guess, I don't know what the definition of life is. I now know the meaning of my life, because of my daughters, but mine is one little tiny speck in the universe. It's nice to not be pretending everything is perfect all the time, because it isn't, but I do love happiness and joy and optimism. I'm not a depressive type; I don't want to be around them. I don't even want to watch a dramatic movie right now. I can't, it's too heavy."
POPSUGAR: You recently said something in an interview that made me think, "Yes! I want this to be my mantra." You said, "I want to be optimistic, problem-solving, solution-oriented. I want to make people happy." How do you live by those values even on hard days?
Drew Barrymore: I can't get caught up in darkness. I just don't. I always want to gravitate towards light. I love picking yourself up or surviving or being grateful for the good stuff and not getting lost in the tough stuff. The discipline is so natural for me.
PS: It seemed like this year was really good for you . . . The public appearances you made, you seemed so radiant. What inspired that?
DB: It was a really hard year actually. I tried to put on a brave face. I felt it in the moment and I never felt inauthentic, but it wasn't without its reality checks and struggles. When you have a big life change, it takes a long time to get used to either the new format or the understanding that you need to create a new dream. Or if things didn't work out, mourning the death of that dream. It's hard, because that's a very private journey. If I read something that's really intense and depressive, I will face it; I will try - but there's plenty of times I also run away. I think it's trying to find a balance between the positive and the negative. They don't exist without each other. It's the polarity; it's two sides of a coin. You can't get one without the other. I don't wallow. I can't stand it.
PS: You mentioned creating a "new dream" for your life. Do you mind sharing it?
DB: My life is so different than what I thought it would be when I engaged in this new chapter. Whether it be like married-with-kids or living-in-California, all these funny things you tell yourself about what your plan is and then your plan goes out the window. I think it takes a while to transition, but you will get there if you get yourself there. I'm excited about the work you have to do. Happiness takes work. It doesn't always fall off trees or come easily. You really have to be someone that doesn't fall prey to being sad. I don't want sad, I can't be sad, I don't want to be about sad; I avoid sad. It inherently envelops you, so do everything that you can to escape it all the time.
My best friend Nancy Juvonen always loved to say, "Happiness is a choice." When I was a kid I would say, "Happiness is a choice"; it's so hippie and lovely. Then as a woman, it's the word "choice" that's the war. That's the valiant effort to be happy, sometimes it takes a lot of work.
"My life is so different than I thought it would be."
PS: I'm sure that involves habits. Did you form any new ones this year?
DB: I did a lot of exercise to feel good in my mind. Whether my body changed or not was superfluous. The discipline of going somewhere and sweating or moving gave me all the more incentive to go to the corner store, get the slice of pizza after, and completely annihilate everything I had worked for - but my brain felt good. Physicality was a big wake-up call for me.
Not to like sit in the sh*t but work out and walk and keep my headphones with me everywhere I went. I loved listening to music again. You have kids, you have a family and you kind of lose touch sometimes with habits, as you said, rituals that you had before. You're so overwhelmed and distracted, and it's so wonderful and you're so present with it. You, in a good way, lose yourself. And then, over time you start to find things that you had love for, and they come back. Music has been a big one for me.
PS: Who are you listening to right now?
DB: I'm so obsessed with Solange's song with Blood Orange "Losing You," "I Dare You" by The XX. Fun, great songs. Those are my two favorites right now, and I'm sure they're not even the current this week.
PS: I think songs find us at the right time.
DB: I walked by this woman at a burger stand the other day and she was telling her friend - really trying to painfully figure things out. I was like, "Yup! Isn't everybody." Their life is so relevant to them, and their problems are so big. The way that they solve them is so interesting. I don't think anyone is coasting on this earth. I think everybody does feel incredible struggles. Any day that you're not held down by the struggle, celebrate it! Be present, because I feel like I lost sight of that for a while going through hard stuff. And now, I'm really enjoying the good moments.
"Any day that you're not held down by the struggle, celebrate it!"
PS: No one would ever know that about you. How you live is an example to many.
DB: Know it's no rodeo clown, like, "Everything is awesome!" I really worked hard on myself and things and struggled to get to a good place, to a better place.
PS: You're involved in so many projects too. How do you do it? How do you become an entrepreneur in so many facets?
DB: My personal life never affects my focus on work and [the] joy that that work brings me. That's a really important lesson for my daughters - have a good work ethic. I really enjoy applying myself. I like the distraction that it causes. Having kids now obviously I dial back the time I spend at work so I can be more with my kids. But when I get back to work or get to do work, I'm very focused and psyched. All moms feel so much guilt all the time, so the more time you spend with your kids the more you time you also enjoy being able to step away and do something that makes you want to make them proud. I think my whole life, work has been a very important and positive thing for me. It never was something that made me feel unhappy or disengaged from life. It always makes me feel like I'm plugged in, in a really healthy way.
"I want to be the rock that floats."
PS: So many of our readers come to our site because they may be in a rut, whether it's in a relationship or a job that's not working. What advice do you have to offer?
DB: Get yourself out. Be brave. Don't leave before you're ready, because you should know that you tried everything. So there's a conviction and a confidence when you step away from something that may or may not be conducive to your life. I think if you run away too quickly, you're going to have that "Oh God, did I try everything?" feeling. Try everything. Make it work. Do everything you can. If it's not working, then know when the signal is and move on. Change. Try something different.
PS: I love that idea of confidence with conviction. How have you found that for yourself?
DB: I stay in it until it no longer works.
PS: Did anyone teach you that confidence?
DB: No, because I grew up in such an inconsistent family dynamic. I don't know why I have a rock-like behavior but I refuse to be the rock that drowns. I want to float and live and survive. I want to be the rock that floats.
PS: I'm watching Santa Clarita Diet and I'm dying laughing, meanwhile my boyfriend is white as a ghost. "She's just eating fondant cake body parts," I keep telling him!
DB: Exactly! Victor [Fresco], the creator and I, we don't think it's that gross or gory. I'm like, "Is something wrong with us, Victor? Seriously." People are losing their lunch. Hopefully, I would suggest not eating while you watch the show, [so] you can get into [it]. Aside from all the blood and guts, it's about a family and the human condition. I found the show at a time where I knew I was getting divorced. It was very helpful [for] me to have this man say, "I've been married to my wife for 25 years and if she woke up one day and everything was turned upside down, how would I deal with it?" I thought that's so hopeful and cool. Set to a really f*cking weird backdrop. I loved it.
"Aside from all the blood and guts, [Santa Clarita Diet] is about a family and the human condition."
PS: Have you started filming season two? Can you provide any more details?
DB: We start in like a month and a half and I'm so excited. Victor took me through the whole second season, because I produce the show. I get to be privileged to know what I'm going into, which really helps, because TV is so mysterious. I wouldn't know how to sign up as an actress. What if I'm signed up for something I don't like? I have nothing to do [with the writing]. This man comes up with all this crazy sh*t that I'm totally into. There's such humanity and normal themes behind it that I can relate to it. I think it comes from my training with E.T. You can have aliens, but it's in suburbia. It's in your backyard.
I would not know what to do if you put me in outer space. I'd be like, "Where the f*ck am I?" I love science fiction. I'm all for it, but I would be lost as an actor. Make it in a backyard, in a house in a suburbia, and I'm good to go. Back to the Future? Time travel, but it was suburban, so you believed in it. Don't go so far away from home. Home is the best theme. You can do flesh eating, time travel, aliens, but you're watching human beings go through it, so you have a nicer relatability at the end of the day.
PS: Can you tease anything about the "crazy sh*t" that goes down in season two?
DB: Weirdly, Netflix is secretive, so they don't allow it. I'm always like, "Is it that serious that we can't give a storyline away?" But they're pretty private. I like it, because they're internet savvy. They know how quickly something will go. They're a very cool partner to work with.
PS: Do you anticipate working more with TV now that you've had this experience?
DB: I have no idea where my life is going and for the first time in my life, I find that to be the most liberating feeling I've ever known. I've always been untethered in my life. Sometimes out of that chaos, you want to create stability. I'm at a moment right now where as long as my daughters have stability, then I like the life adventure and not knowing where it's going. Ironically, my daughters, every time I present an airplane ticket to them, they're like, "Where are we going?!" They're so excited. I'm glad we didn't stay still. Staying still is a very easy thing to fall into. It can be as easy as going out on a Saturday and trying to discover a new thing. It doesn't have to be grand. Getting out of your comfort zone, creating an adventure is really good.
See Every Sweet Piece of Too Faced's I Want Kandee Collection (With Swatches!)
Too Faced Cofounder and Chief Creative Officer Jerrod Blandino recently took to Instagram to share one of his enticing "sneaky peeks." The reveal, a 15-pan eye shadow palette, was a first look at the brand's new I Want Kandee collaboration in part with influencer Kandee Johnson. But the tantalizing tease was just a small slice of the upcoming collection - and we were one of the first people to get an exclusive look!
Together Too Faced and Kandee designed eight brand-new products that launch on Sept. 3 exclusively at Ulta. The delectable collection features the aforementioned Candy Eyes palette, but the sweetness doesn't stop there.
Fans of Kandee and Too Faced can also snag the new Candy Black Licorice Eyeliner, Candy Glow Highlighting Stick, Banana Pudding Brightening Face Powder, and not one but, four fresh Melted Matte Liquid Lipsticks - all curated by Kandee.
Hear that? That's the sound of our makeup bags having a full on sugar rush. And in true Too Faced fashion, each of the products smells good enough to eat (seriously, everything smells like vanilla ice cream).
We got to catch up with the duo at a press event for the launch. There, the pair shared that the collection stemmed from a routine phone call. "Kandee is one of my best friends, and she called me and said that she had wonderful ideas and recipes that could help women get their desired looks without intimidation" Jerrod shared.
As they brainstormed, Kandee revealed that she wanted to deliver a collection of her very own go-to products. "Everything I get asked the most about were the colors I wanted to create," she said. So the BFFs paired their unique expertise and passion for makeup to curate the new range.
Kandee also revealed that designing user-friendly products for women of all ages and complexions was a huge priority, and it's reflected in the fun, functional collection. "No matter your skin tone or age, these shouldn't be intimidating" she said.
Though you'll have to wait until September to get your Kandee fix, you can still get excited for the new products now. Ahead we've broken down the details of the fresh treats so you can get your taste buds makeup bag ready.
Asia Kate Dillon Is the Change-Maker the Beauty Industry Has Been Waiting For
In a Donald Trump presidency era, where many social issues seem to be moving backwards in time, it's more important than ever to celebrate the change-makers breaking barriers. Actor Asia Kate Dillon is one of those leaders, whose initiatives to normalize nonbinary gender identity in Hollywood are rewriting history. (FYI, nonbinary gender means a person is not exclusively male or female and would usually use the pronoun "they" instead of "him" or "her.")
Asia is credited for playing the first genderqueer character in a mainstream TV show for their role of Taylor Mason in Showtime's Billions. Off-screen, Asia also identifies as genderfluid.
"My assigned sex is Female," Asia recently clarified on Twitter. "My gender identity is Non-binary. Anatomy and biology are complicated. I said sex, only as in anatomy . . . Sex is between legs. Identity is between ears."
This year, Asia made headlines when they submitted their name for an Emmy Award and choose "actor" instead of "actress," because the former is a more gender-neutral word. The public move to push gender boundaries prompted MTV to combine previously male-and-female-separated categories at the MTV Awards, and Asia will take the stage to present the award for best actor in a movie.
"I'm proud of MTV for joining the conversation about breaking down binaries," Asia told W. "Binaries, whether it be man or woman or black or white, they were created to separate us, to create an us and a them. Without binaries, there's only us. Which means we're actually all equal. So to be presenting the first acting award in history that is based solely on performance and not on sex or gender identity is a historic moment and it's a moment that will go down in history, and that is a history I share not only with my family, friends and coworkers, but with all the trans, nonbinary and gender-nonconforming people, particularly people of color, who have been leading the way for change long before I was born."
But that is not the only reason we want to watch Asia. They're also a beauty inspiration - rocking a badass shaved head, seriously gorgeous eyebrows, flawless skin, and unique tattoos. If their career keeps up (Asia has also appeared in Orange Is the New Black, Younger, and Master of None), landing a beauty campaign is only a matter of time. Oh, and if you were wondering, Asia told Ellen DeGeneres their romantic partner identifies as male.
Keep reading to see more reasons why Asia is our latest beauty idol.
9 Ways You Can Make Your Wedding Millennial Pink
With millennial pink becoming all the rage, we're predicting brides will follow suit and bring the trend to life in their nuptials. If you're unfamiliar with the shade, it's not as bright as Barbie would like but not as dull as Grandma's guest room, making it a fun and elegant palette option for weddings. It doesn't come off as tacky as you'd imagine and it's actually a versatile color that can be widely incorporated without appearing childish. See some inspiration ahead!
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.
The Best Type of Bikini, According to a Victoria's Secret Angel
I first spotted my favorite bikini bottom on a friend of mine. She's got awesome curves and stands at 5'5" tall. But me? I've got short legs and a petite, slightly athletic frame. I never imagined her suit, complete with ruching at the back, would look good on me. But that's the thing about Victoria's Secret's ruched bikini bottom: it flatters every booty on earth - I swear.
Victoria's Secret Angel Romee Strijd - a supermodel who's tried on and posed in countless swimsuits in her career - swears by it too. When I caught up with her during lunch in New York for the launch of the new Dream Angels collection, she called out my beloved bottom:
"For swimsuits, I really like a triangle top and a cheeky bottom. I still have Victoria's Secret swim that I wear all the time. The suit with the ruching is so good for the butt. Anything that looks good on the butt, I will wear," Romee told me.
I described the design in detail, just to make sure we were referencing the same piece (we were). Unfortunately, with Victoria's Secret discontinuing its swim line, the exact bottom is no longer shoppable. But Victoria's Secret Pink offers four more just like it.
Scroll to see Romee rocking her favorite two-pieces, including a triangle top and cheeky, bootylicious bottom, then shop similar options with ruching detail you're bound to fall in love with. Trust, Romee and I wouldn't steer you in the wrong direction.
The Great Blue Hole in Belize Is an Unbelievable Natural Wonder Visible From Space
The "Great Blue Hole" couldn't be a more fitting name for the underwater sinkhole off the coast of Belize. The circular site, which can be viewed from space, has become a bucket-list destination for travelers and scuba divers alike. At 984 feet wide and 410 feet deep, the dark blue hole is located at the center of an atoll called Lighthouse Reef. Though the sinkhole appears to continue down an infinite depth, an island of coral that outlines the circle rests in much shallower turquoise Caribbean waters. Parts of the ring are even exposed during low tides, showing the contrast in water levels.
The massive hole wasn't always submerged underwater. During the Earth's glacial period when the sea level was much lower, the Great Blue Hole originally formed as a limestone cave. But as the ocean began to rise, the cave flooded and eventually collapsed, becoming the popular dive site it is today. The former cave's calcium salt deposits, which look like yellow icicles, are still preserved and can be seen on one's swim.
It wasn't until 1971 when Jacques Cousteau explored the site and confirmed its origins that the site became world-famous. Supposedly, the deeper you dive, the clearer the water becomes and the more complex geological formations appear. It's also believed that the Great Blue Hole is the largest of its kind.
See the breathtaking photos ahead!
The Best Type of Bikini, According to a Victoria's Secret Angel
I first spotted my favorite bikini bottom on a friend of mine. She's got awesome curves and stands at 5'5" tall. But me? I've got short legs and a petite, slightly athletic frame. I never imagined her suit, complete with ruching at the back, would look good on me. But that's the thing about Victoria's Secret's ruched bikini bottom: it flatters every booty on earth - I swear.
Victoria's Secret Angel Romee Strijd - a supermodel who's tried on and posed in countless swimsuits in her career - swears by it too. When I caught up with her during lunch in New York for the launch of the new Dream Angels collection, she called out my beloved bottom:
"For swimsuits, I really like a triangle top and a cheeky bottom. I still have Victoria's Secret swim that I wear all the time. The suit with the ruching is so good for the butt. Anything that looks good on the butt, I will wear," Romee told me.
I described the design in detail, just to make sure we were referencing the same piece (we were). Unfortunately, with Victoria's Secret discontinuing its swim line, the exact bottom is no longer shoppable. But Victoria's Secret Pink offers four more just like it.
Scroll to see Romee rocking her favorite two-pieces, including a triangle top and cheeky, bootylicious bottom, then shop similar options with ruching detail you're bound to fall in love with. Trust, Romee and I wouldn't steer you in the wrong direction.
21 Rose Quartz Nail Art Ideas That Totally Rock
Though the practice of using healing crystals dates back to ancient Egypt, it is absolutely having a renaissance in 2017. That's why we are obsessed with the gorgeous rose quartz nail art trend.
Rose quartz is the perfect stone to re-create in manicure form as it supposedly has the power to incite a passion for beauty and creativity (both of which are at play in DIY nail art!). The crystal is also said to attract and promote feelings of love toward oneself and toward others. Hey, you can never have too many good vibes.
The technique itself is easy enough to master. Pick up a sheer rosy-pink nail polish (we like Essie Poppy Art Pink ($9)) and apply one coat, then doodle on little "veins" like a real crystal might have in shades of white, paler pink, or gold using a striping brush. Top with another coat of sheer pink and repeat until you have created a look you love. You can even spice it up with accent stones or half moons, or just use the manicure as a foundation for another artistic masterpiece. Read on to see our favorite examples from Instagram as well as a brief tutorial.
Adidas Unveils the Freshest UltraBoost X Kicks, All Made From Ocean Plastic
Last November, Adidas had everyone obsessing over its collaboration with Parley and the UltraBoost Uncaged shoes, which were not only totally cute but also made from "up-cycled marine plastic waste." Now, Adidas has unveiled a new collection with Parley for the Oceans, including a women's UltraBoost X ($200) that we cannot wait to get our hands on.
It's not the gorgeous blue colorway that drew us to the shoe, or even the comfortable UltraBoost X design - it's the fact that each pair was made from approximately 11 plastic bottles. The Primeknit upper is "built with yarn spun from reclaimed and recycled ocean trash." Adidas and Parley have found an incredible way to put ocean waste to good use . . . not to mention, the shoes are as fresh as can be.
The new women's UltraBoost X Parley kicks will be available on May 10 online and at Adidas stores. The collaboration also includes a men's UltraBoost Parley shoe ($200), a men's UltraBoost Uncaged Parley shoe, and more eco-friendly athletic wear.
7 Things to Know Before Your Teen Watches Riverdale
There are two new shows out there right now that tweens and teens simply can't stop talking about: 13 Reasons Why, which offers a unique perspective on teen bullying and suicide, and Riverdale, which is . . . well, it's a modern adaptation of the Archie comics. And while the latter might sound entirely innocent, there are definitely some things to be aware of if your kid is obsessed with the CW show (or begging to watch it).
The show is like an interesting mix between Twin Peaks and Gossip Girl, and comes with all the dramatics and dialogue that you'd expect from a high school drama on Thursday-night TV. Parent reviewers on Common Sense Media agree that the show is ideal for kids aged 13 and up, and there's a decent chance that you'll become as addicted to the series as your teenager! But before taking the plunge into this roller coaster of a show, there are a few things to know about its content. Read on for what to expect from Riverdale - and the conversations it may inspire - before you press play.
- It represents a wide array of social issues, including "slut shaming," bullying, gang dynamics, teen homelessness, and illicit romantic relationships . . . and not always with satisfactory conclusions. For example, the teenage protagonist carries on an illegal romantic relationship with a teacher at his high school, and there are no real consequences for this behavior that come to fruition. However, other social issue plot lines are resolved well and can even be empowering; the "slut shaming" storyline clearly emphasizes the need for women to support one another, especially when they're faced with men who don't respect them. In any number of these social issue plots, there are easy opportunities to open dialogue with your tweens and teens about what's playing out on screen.
- There are a few mildly disturbing images, mainly a cartoonish dead body. If your tween or teen is exceptionally squeamish, keep this in mind!
- Riverdale touches on mental health topics in a way that you may want to explore in more depth with your child. When one character enters a fugue state in the face of an emotionally traumatic trigger and when it's revealed that she takes medication for her mental health, you may feel the need to expand on the topic in conversation with your kids. There is also a suicide attempt mentioned in the show.
- It also includes several less-than-stellar representations of marriage and parenting. Among these, you'll find adultery, crumbling marriages, and borderline abusive confrontations between spouses on the marriage end, and manipulative or neglectful moms and dads on the parenting side. However, this is an excellent opportunity to be frank with your kids about the struggles parents face and discuss what makes for a healthy, lasting relationship. Plus, negative representations aren't all that exist in the show; there are several parents who are clearly making an effort and supporting their kids the best they can, despite all of the melodramatic chaos of their small town's happenings.
- It breaches the topics of abortion and teen pregnancy. The possible termination of a teenager's unplanned pregnancy is a major point of discussion in later episodes of season one.
- The show offers an encouraging perspective on female friendships and forgiveness for teen girls. Unlike many iterations of the classic comic digests, the relationship between Betty and Veronica is a close one; rather than catty bickering over boys, the best friends make a pledge never to let their love interests come between their friendship. This girl-power theme is repeated over and over again in the show, and presents lasting female friendships as preferable to flirting and flings . . . which can't be said for many of the teen-interest shows on TV right now.
- Riverdale relies on (and reinforces) some overused teen character tropes, but so did the old-school Archie comics. The snobby rich cheerleader, pompous jock, flamboyant gay best friend, and more classic teen stereotypes make an appearance in the show. It's cheesy in many ways, and melodramatic to a near-comical degree, but it's refreshing in others; if you decide to watch with your kids, you'll either hate it or become completely hooked!
21 Rose Quartz Nail Art Ideas That Totally Rock
Though the practice of using healing crystals dates back to ancient Egypt, it is absolutely having a renaissance in 2017. That's why we are obsessed with the gorgeous rose quartz nail art trend.
Rose quartz is the perfect stone to re-create in manicure form as it supposedly has the power to incite a passion for beauty and creativity (both of which are at play in DIY nail art!). The crystal is also said to attract and promote feelings of love toward oneself and toward others. Hey, you can never have too many good vibes.
The technique itself is easy enough to master. Pick up a sheer rosy-pink nail polish (we like Essie Poppy Art Pink ($9)) and apply one coat, then doodle on little "veins" like a real crystal might have in shades of white, paler pink, or gold using a striping brush. Top with another coat of sheer pink and repeat until you have created a look you love. You can even spice it up with accent stones or half moons, or just use the manicure as a foundation for another artistic masterpiece. Read on to see our favorite examples from Instagram as well as a brief tutorial.
Adidas Unveils the Freshest UltraBoost X Kicks, All Made From Ocean Plastic
Last November, Adidas had everyone obsessing over its collaboration with Parley and the UltraBoost Uncaged shoes, which were not only totally cute but also made from "up-cycled marine plastic waste." Now, Adidas has unveiled a new collection with Parley for the Oceans, including a women's UltraBoost X ($200) that we cannot wait to get our hands on.
It's not the gorgeous blue colorway that drew us to the shoe, or even the comfortable UltraBoost X design - it's the fact that each pair was made from approximately 11 plastic bottles. The Primeknit upper is "built with yarn spun from reclaimed and recycled ocean trash." Adidas and Parley have found an incredible way to put ocean waste to good use . . . not to mention, the shoes are as fresh as can be.
The new women's UltraBoost X Parley kicks will be available on May 10 online and at Adidas stores. The collaboration also includes a men's UltraBoost Parley shoe ($200), a men's UltraBoost Uncaged Parley shoe, and more eco-friendly athletic wear.
6 Fascinating Documentaries About the Life and Death of Princess Diana
Despite how private the British royal family keeps their personal lives, they've remained the subject of tabloid scrutiny and public interest for centuries. Although Queen Elizabeth II, Prince Philip, and more members of the family are certainly fascinating, it's Princess Diana who truly captured the hearts of people all over the world. Both before and after her tragic, untimely death in an August 1997 car accident, the royal's life has remained in the spotlight, and is now the subject of an upcoming HBO documentary to mark 20 years since her passing. Until it premieres, brush up on your Princess Diana history with all of the other documentaries about her life and death that have come out over the years.
Teen Whisperer Bernie Sanders Plans to Pen a Book For Woke Youth
You can add teen hero to the list of Bernie Sanders's accomplishments, right after meme icon. The Vermont Senator and former presidential candidate will pen a book aimed at politically active teens. Titled The Bernie Sanders Guide to Political Revolution, the book's intention is to inspire teens to get involved with causes they care about.
In an interview with Teen Vogue, Sanders said he hopes the book will encourage and inform youth about how government works in reality (vs. how it is described in history books). "Young people are the future of our country. As citizens of the United States, they have a responsibility to participate in our democracy and to help create a government which works for all, rather than just the few," Sanders said to the magazine. "This book will expose them to an unusual political campaign, the excitement of politics and what being a progressive is all about."
Sanders has written more than one book (and an experimental spoken word album) about political discourse. Sanders's most recent book, Our Revolution: A Future to Believe In, came out after the election and detailed his experience running for president as well as butting heads with the Democratic Party establishment.
The book's Fall release is perfect for back-to-school season, as Sanders's book arrives in stores on Aug. 29 and will cost $17.
4 Songs We Already Love From the Everything, Everything Soundtrack
Are your playlists lacking a punch lately? There's a new YA movie on the horizon, and we're already obsessed with the soundtrack. OK, OK, the official soundtrack for Everything, Everything hasn't been released yet, but we've gathered the four songs from the trailers, and we like where this is headed. The movie is opening on May 19, and you can check out the songs below!
These Will Be the Hottest Wedding Trends of 2017
Wedding trends have a way of creeping up on you, usually scattered a little bit here and there, until BAM something you thought you'd never see at a wedding is the norm. (Like, remember when every wedding had spray-painted little plastic toy animals?) The trends on the horizon for 2017 include some of these subtle changes, often influenced by social media themes in other nonwedding areas, but some are distinctly unconventional in a way that feels more like a substantial shift than a swiftly passing fad. Quite frankly, couples are doing weddings the way they want to do them, whether it's weirdly outlandish or pared-down and personal.
Here's what we're predicting will be all over your Instagram in the coming months! #GetReadyForWeddingSeasonHashtags
Taco Bell’s Newest Chicken "Chips" Are Nacho Average Nuggets
Image Source: Taco Bell
Watch out, McDonald's, because it looks like Taco Bell is giving chicken nuggets a uniquely delicious spin. Meet Naked Chicken Chips, the new triangular chicken nugget from Taco Bell taking care of all your dipping needs. After creating a crispy chicken taco shell earlier this year, Taco Bell decided to bring back Naked Chicken in triangular nacho form, and it looks incredible.
Starting May 11 for a limited time, Taco Bell will sell Naked Chicken Chips with its beloved Nacho Cheese Sauce nationwide. The chips are made of crispy, all-white meat chicken, and we're calling it now - chips and dip will never be the same. You can indulge in a 6-piece for $2 or a 12-piece for $3, but it will also be available in a $5 Box with a Burrito Supreme, a crunchy taco of your choice, and a medium drink. The chicken chips will only be available for six weeks, so get dipping!
All We Could Focus On During King Carl's Birthday Celebration Was His Grandchildren
The Swedish royals celebrated King Carl XVI Gustaf's 71st birthday on April 30. Prince Carl Philip was in the palace square with his father while the rest of the family, including wife Princess Sofia, watched the festivities from the balcony. Even though it was the king's big day, it was Princess Estelle and Prince Oscar who stole the spotlight. The royal siblings looked too precious for words as they stood alongside their parents, Princess Victoria and Prince Daniel, at the palace. Aside from waving to the crowd, Estelle also shared a sweet moment with her grandfather when she reached her arms out for a hug.
Get Your Protein Fix With These 20 Latin Dishes
Between all the diet crazes and healthy food trends (paleo, gluten-free, Whole 30, etc.), one thing that will never go out of style or be met with eyerolls is high-protein meals. And lucky for you, whipping up a dish packed with those ingredients that keep your metabolism going really isn't all that hard. Whether you're a carnivore, vegetarian, or even a full-on vegan, here are 20 dishes that are loaded with protein, from hearty chilis and casseroles to healthy salads.
7 Things to Know Before Your Teen Watches Riverdale
There are two new shows out there right now that tweens and teens simply can't stop talking about: 13 Reasons Why, which offers a unique perspective on teen bullying and suicide, and Riverdale, which is . . . well, it's a modern adaptation of the Archie comics. And while the latter might sound entirely innocent, there are definitely some things to be aware of if your kid is obsessed with the CW show (or begging to watch it).
The show is like an interesting mix between Twin Peaks and Gossip Girl, and comes with all the dramatics and dialogue that you'd expect from a high school drama on Thursday-night TV. Parent reviewers on Common Sense Media agree that the show is ideal for kids aged 13 and up, and there's a decent chance that you'll become as addicted to the series as your teenager! But before taking the plunge into this roller coaster of a show, there are a few things to know about its content. Read on for what to expect from Riverdale - and the conversations it may inspire - before you press play.
- It represents a wide array of social issues, including "slut shaming," bullying, gang dynamics, teen homelessness, and illicit romantic relationships . . . and not always with satisfactory conclusions. For example, the teenage protagonist carries on an illegal romantic relationship with a teacher at his high school, and there are no real consequences for this behavior that come to fruition. However, other social issue plot lines are resolved well and can even be empowering; the "slut shaming" storyline clearly emphasizes the need for women to support one another, especially when they're faced with men who don't respect them. In any number of these social issue plots, there are easy opportunities to open dialogue with your tweens and teens about what's playing out on screen.
- There are a few mildly disturbing images, mainly a cartoonish dead body. If your tween or teen is exceptionally squeamish, keep this in mind!
- Riverdale touches on mental health topics in a way that you may want to explore in more depth with your child. When one character enters a fugue state in the face of an emotionally traumatic trigger and when it's revealed that she takes medication for her mental health, you may feel the need to expand on the topic in conversation with your kids. There is also a suicide attempt mentioned in the show.
- It also includes several less-than-stellar representations of marriage and parenting. Among these, you'll find adultery, crumbling marriages, and borderline abusive confrontations between spouses on the marriage end, and manipulative or neglectful moms and dads on the parenting side. However, this is an excellent opportunity to be frank with your kids about the struggles parents face and discuss what makes for a healthy, lasting relationship. Plus, negative representations aren't all that exist in the show; there are several parents who are clearly making an effort and supporting their kids the best they can, despite all of the melodramatic chaos of their small town's happenings.
- It breaches the topics of abortion and teen pregnancy. The possible termination of a teenager's unplanned pregnancy is a major point of discussion in later episodes of season one.
- The show offers an encouraging perspective on female friendships and forgiveness for teen girls. Unlike many iterations of the classic comic digests, the relationship between Betty and Veronica is a close one; rather than catty bickering over boys, the best friends make a pledge never to let their love interests come between their friendship. This girl-power theme is repeated over and over again in the show, and presents lasting female friendships as preferable to flirting and flings . . . which can't be said for many of the teen-interest shows on TV right now.
- Riverdale relies on (and reinforces) some overused teen character tropes, but so did the old-school Archie comics. The snobby rich cheerleader, pompous jock, flamboyant gay best friend, and more classic teen stereotypes make an appearance in the show. It's cheesy in many ways, and melodramatic to a near-comical degree, but it's refreshing in others; if you decide to watch with your kids, you'll either hate it or become completely hooked!
Get Your Protein Fix With These 20 Latin Dishes
Between all the diet crazes and healthy food trends (paleo, gluten-free, Whole 30, etc.), one thing that will never go out of style or be met with eyerolls is high-protein meals. And lucky for you, whipping up a dish packed with those ingredients that keep your metabolism going really isn't all that hard. Whether you're a carnivore, vegetarian, or even a full-on vegan, here are 20 dishes that are loaded with protein, from hearty chilis and casseroles to healthy salads.
All We Could Focus On During King Carl's Birthday Celebration Was His Grandchildren
The Swedish royals celebrated King Carl XVI Gustaf's 71st birthday on April 30. Prince Carl Philip was in the palace square with his father while the rest of the family, including wife Princess Sofia, watched the festivities from the balcony. Even though it was the king's big day, it was Princess Estelle and Prince Oscar who stole the spotlight. The royal siblings looked too precious for words as they stood alongside their parents, Princess Victoria and Prince Daniel, at the palace. Aside from waving to the crowd, Estelle also shared a sweet moment with her grandfather when she reached her arms out for a hug.
Taco Bell’s Newest Chicken "Chips" Are Nacho Average Nuggets
Image Source: Taco Bell
Watch out, McDonald's, because it looks like Taco Bell is giving chicken nuggets a uniquely delicious spin. Meet Naked Chicken Chips, the new triangular chicken nugget from Taco Bell taking care of all your dipping needs. After creating a crispy chicken taco shell earlier this year, Taco Bell decided to bring back Naked Chicken in triangular nacho form, and it looks incredible.
Starting May 11 for a limited time, Taco Bell will sell Naked Chicken Chips with its beloved Nacho Cheese Sauce nationwide. The chips are made of crispy, all-white meat chicken, and we're calling it now - chips and dip will never be the same. You can indulge in a 6-piece for $2 or a 12-piece for $3, but it will also be available in a $5 Box with a Burrito Supreme, a crunchy taco of your choice, and a medium drink. The chicken chips will only be available for six weeks, so get dipping!
4 Songs We Already Love From the Everything, Everything Soundtrack
Are your playlists lacking a punch lately? There's a new YA movie on the horizon, and we're already obsessed with the soundtrack. OK, OK, the official soundtrack for Everything, Everything hasn't been released yet, but we've gathered the four songs from the trailers, and we like where this is headed. The movie is opening on May 19, and you can check out the songs below!
9 Bridal Trends You'll See Everywhere Next Spring
The latest crop of wedding dresses just rolled out, and these will all be available for the Spring 2018 bride. While there's a lot to see here, all the looks have one thing in common: they're decidedly fashion-forward. This season, the biggest RTW trends - like bow sleeves, gloves, and Victorian influences - are making their way over to the bridal realm.
You'll find surprisingly elegant chokers completing some very glamorous ensembles you might not at first consider for a walk down the aisle. But as you scroll past designs from iconic fashion houses like Carolina Herrera, Oscar de la Renta, and Vera Wang, you'll warm up to the inventive new dresses that, at the end of the day, still feel entirely romantic.
15 Millennial Pink Nail Polish Options to Consider This Spring
Gone are the days when pink was viewed as a cheesy color reserved for little girls. As it turns out, adult women are swooning over a very specific shade of the cheerful hue right now - "millennial pink" - and marketers have taken note. Think about the color of that bubblegum you popped for hours on end as a child and then add a dose of coral. That's the best way to describe this popular hue.
We're thrilled that the sophisticated peachy-blush tone has cropped up in the beauty world, especially in one of our favorite product categories: nail polish. According to Essie celebrity manicurist Michelle Saunders, it's no surprise millennial pink is hot right now.
"We first saw 'millennial pink' walk down the runway at the F/W 2016 Alexander Wang NYFW show," Saunders told POPSUGAR. "It was the first time the designer deviated from his go-to sandy matte beige nail. That's when I knew it was here to stay . . . and that Fiji by Essie would sell out that season."
Millennial pink is special because it complements a variety of complexions. "Our eye is naturally attracted to pink, because it's a color that feels modern and feminine," Saunders adds. "It's soft but powerful. Millennial pink is flattering on all skin tones, because it's a mix of red and white. Depending on the depth and tone of pink, the variation looks good on everyone."
With that said, get inspired to up your beauty game by putting the trend to the test with our favorite millennial pink nail polish finds. We promise your digits will look way prettier with this neutral in your manicure routine. Keep clicking to dive in.
15 Millennial Pink Nail Polish Options to Consider This Spring
Gone are the days when pink was viewed as a cheesy color reserved for little girls. As it turns out, adult women are swooning over a very specific shade of the cheerful hue right now - "millennial pink" - and marketers have taken note. Think about the color of that bubblegum you popped for hours on end as a child and then add a dose of coral. That's the best way to describe this popular hue.
We're thrilled that the sophisticated peachy-blush tone has cropped up in the beauty world, especially in one of our favorite product categories: nail polish. According to Essie celebrity manicurist Michelle Saunders, it's no surprise millennial pink is hot right now.
"We first saw 'millennial pink' walk down the runway at the F/W 2016 Alexander Wang NYFW show," Saunders told POPSUGAR. "It was the first time the designer deviated from his go-to sandy matte beige nail. That's when I knew it was here to stay . . . and that Fiji by Essie would sell out that season."
Millennial pink is special because it complements a variety of complexions. "Our eye is naturally attracted to pink, because it's a color that feels modern and feminine," Saunders adds. "It's soft but powerful. Millennial pink is flattering on all skin tones, because it's a mix of red and white. Depending on the depth and tone of pink, the variation looks good on everyone."
With that said, get inspired to up your beauty game by putting the trend to the test with our favorite millennial pink nail polish finds. We promise your digits will look way prettier with this neutral in your manicure routine. Keep clicking to dive in.
How to Avoid a Scary Dog Food Recall
As a pet parent, there's probably not much that's scarier than a food recall: you feel guilty because you fed your dog something that could have made him sick, and yet what could you have done to possibly prevent it? It leaves you feeling pretty helpless (and paranoid about your pup's health!). With the seeming rise in recalls, we talked to Tonya Wilhelm, founder of Raising Your Pets Naturally and author of Proactive Puppy Care, who travels throughout the United States to talk about how to do just that. She filled me in on how to prevent dog food disasters before they actually happen.
How to avoid them the first place
To start, "I always look for United States-sourced ingredients," Wilhelm says. It's important to read the ingredients on the label, too. Look for whole foods such as fresh meats and vegetables versus byproducts such as "chicken meal" and chemical preservatives like BHA: the less processing, the less chances of there being an issue which could lead to a recall. Also be on the lookout for pet food made in meat-rendering plants, which process animal byproduct materials that can include euthanized pets. In terms of the pet food brands, smaller companies (like Ollie) tend to have a close relationship with their suppliers and there are fewer people involved in the process, Wilhelm says. "Most actually will talk about the process on their websites, because they are proud of their sourcing," Wilhelm says.
How to stay aware of recalls
The easiest way to make sure you find out about a recall is to sign up for the Food and Drug Administration's email alert option at FDA.gov. Most pet food companies also have their own email alerts, so be sure to go onto your individual pet food company's website to see if that's an option. Since recalls typically only involve limited batches of a product, always save the original packaging which contains the specific batch information, says Mike Sagman, founder and managing editor of Dogfoodadvisor.com, an independent review site that helps dog owners make informed decisions about purchasing dog food.
What to do if your dog food is recalled
Stop giving your dog the food immediately! Contact your vet if your dog has eaten the food and look out for any symptoms of sickness. Ask your vet about how to safely switch your dog over to a different brand of food, and then follow the instructions included in the recall notice, which may include going to an emergency veterinarian, Sagman says. Typically, the manufacturer will have you return your food for a refund, but make sure you save a little of it in case the vet needs to examine it. Since it is a contaminated food or treat, make sure you are careful when handling it (use a glove and wash your hands thoroughly).
Using Times New Roman on Your Résumé Is Like Wearing Sweatpants to an Interview
If you opt for Times New Roman on your résumé, then you may as well show up to the interview in sweatpants. At least that is what some experts say. The classic font is said to be one to avoid these days, with modern ones like Helvetica and Proxima Nova edging out more antiquated styles. Bloomsberg asked type experts to weigh in on what job candidates should be using, and they had some pretty strong opinions on what works and, more importantly, what doesn't.
Do Use:
- Helvetica. There is a resounding vote from the experts for this one. "Helvetica is beautiful," said Matt Luckhurst, who is the creative director at Collins in San Francisco. Brian Hoff, creative director of Brian Hoff Design, added that the font is "so no-fuss, it doesn't really lean in one direction or another. It feels professional, lighthearted, honest."
- Proxima Nova. "I never met a client that didn't like that typeface," Hoff told Bloomberg. The font does not come free, but because of how positively it is viewed in the professional world, it may be worth the cost to upgrade to the typeface if you are applying to a job at a more formal company or for a higher-up position.
- Garamond. This font is easy to read, compact, and simple.
Avoid:
- Times New Roman. This may come as shock to all the traditionalists and postgrads out there, but the usage of Times New Roman has begun to be seen by some as lazy. "It's telegraphing that you didn't put any thought into the typeface that you selected," Hoff said. "It's like putting on sweatpants." Definitely not what you want your potential employer's first impression to be.
- Zapfino. This should probably be obvious, but any font that resembles cursive should be avoided. They can be hard to read, overly fancy, and generally inappropriate for a professional setting.
- Courier. "You don't have a typewriter, so don't try to pretend that you have a typewriter," Luckhurst told Bloomberg. "You have been using a computer to do a handwritten thing. You haven't used a computer properly, and you haven't handwritten properly." Pretty much sums it up, right?
- Comic Sans. Is there ever a time and place for this font? Probably not. But it's most definitely one to avoid when writing up a résumé. It's unprofessional, whimsical, and will most likely be dismissed right off the bat by potential employers. Seriously, steer clear of this one pretty much always.
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Miley Cyrus Clarifies Controversial Comments About Rap Music: "I Respect ALL Artists"
When Miley Cyrus recently sat down with Billboard for an interview, she discussed everything from why she and fiancé Liam Hemsworth first broke up, to the new direction she's taking her music in. Her comments on the latter subject focused on how she's shifting from a hip-hop style to more of a singer-songwriter approach, but that she really appreciates Kendrick Lamar's new song, "Humble." "I love that because it's not 'Come sit on my dick, suck on my cock.' I can't listen to that anymore," she explained. "That's what pushed me out of the hip-hop scene a little. It was too much 'Lamborghini, got my Rolex, got a girl on my cock' - I am so not that."
This comment in particular drew the ire of more than a few people on Twitter, who accused her of only using black culture "when it's convenient." If it sounds familiar, it's because this isn't the first time the 24-year-old has faced similar criticism. After exiting Disney's Hannah Montana, Miley revamped her image by twerking at the 2013 VMAs and releasing her album Bangerz, which she described as "dirty South hip-hop." To many, it seemed like Miley was using black culture to make her image appear more subversive, likely to help distance her from her Disney roots. At the time, Vulture's Jody Rosen even called Miley's VMA performance (where she slapped the butt's of her black backup dancers) "a minstrel show routine," and said "her act tipped over into what we may as well just call racism."
On Saturday, Miley shared a lengthy statement on Instagram clarifying what she told Billboard, emphasizing that she respects "all artists who speak their truth" and "appreciates all genres of music."
"When articles are read it isn't always considered that for hours I've spoken with a journalist about my life , where my heart is, my perspective at that time, and the next step in my career. Unfortunately only a portion of that interview makes it to print, & A lot of the time publications like to focus on the most sensationalized part of the conversation. So, to be clear I respect ALL artists who speak their truth and appreciate ALL genres of music (country , pop , alternative .... but in this particular interview I was asked about rap) I have always and will continue to love and celebrate hip hop as I've collaborated with some of the very best! At this point in my life I am expanding personally/musically and gravitating more towards uplifting, conscious rap! As I get older I understand the effect music has on the world & Seeing where we are today I feel the younger generation needs to hear positive powerful lyrics! I am proud to be an artist with out borders and thankful for the opportunity to explore so many different styles/ sounds! I hope my words (sung or spoken) always encourage others to LOVE.... Laugh.... Live fully.... to be there for one another... to unify, and to fight for what's right (human , animal , or environmental ) Sending peace to all! Look forward to sharing my new tunes with you soon! - MC"
Miley is gearing up to release her sixth studio album sometime this year, which we'll get a taste of when she drops her first single, "Malibu," on May 11.
Miley Cyrus Clarifies Controversial Comments About Rap Music: "I Respect ALL Artists"
When Miley Cyrus recently sat down with Billboard for an interview, she discussed everything from why she and fiancé Liam Hemsworth first broke up, to the new direction she's taking her music in. Her comments on the latter subject focused on how she's shifting from a hip-hop style to more of a singer-songwriter approach, but that she really appreciates Kendrick Lamar's new song, "Humble." "I love that because it's not 'Come sit on my dick, suck on my cock.' I can't listen to that anymore," she explained. "That's what pushed me out of the hip-hop scene a little. It was too much 'Lamborghini, got my Rolex, got a girl on my cock' - I am so not that."
This comment in particular drew the ire of more than a few people on Twitter, who accused her of only using black culture "when it's convenient." If it sounds familiar, it's because this isn't the first time the 24-year-old has faced similar criticism. After exiting Disney's Hannah Montana, Miley revamped her image by twerking at the 2013 VMAs and releasing her album Bangerz, which she described as "dirty South hip-hop." To many, it seemed like Miley was using black culture to make her image appear more subversive, likely to help distance her from her Disney roots. At the time, Vulture's Jody Rosen even called Miley's VMA performance (where she slapped the butt's of her black backup dancers) "a minstrel show routine," and said "her act tipped over into what we may as well just call racism."
On Saturday, Miley shared a lengthy statement on Instagram clarifying what she told Billboard, emphasizing that she respects "all artists who speak their truth" and "appreciates all genres of music."
"When articles are read it isn't always considered that for hours I've spoken with a journalist about my life , where my heart is, my perspective at that time, and the next step in my career. Unfortunately only a portion of that interview makes it to print, & A lot of the time publications like to focus on the most sensationalized part of the conversation. So, to be clear I respect ALL artists who speak their truth and appreciate ALL genres of music (country , pop , alternative .... but in this particular interview I was asked about rap) I have always and will continue to love and celebrate hip hop as I've collaborated with some of the very best! At this point in my life I am expanding personally/musically and gravitating more towards uplifting, conscious rap! As I get older I understand the effect music has on the world & Seeing where we are today I feel the younger generation needs to hear positive powerful lyrics! I am proud to be an artist with out borders and thankful for the opportunity to explore so many different styles/ sounds! I hope my words (sung or spoken) always encourage others to LOVE.... Laugh.... Live fully.... to be there for one another... to unify, and to fight for what's right (human , animal , or environmental ) Sending peace to all! Look forward to sharing my new tunes with you soon! - MC"
Miley is gearing up to release her sixth studio album sometime this year, which we'll get a taste of when she drops her first single, "Malibu," on May 11.
Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2: Who the Heck Is Adam?!
Warning: spoilers below.
Out of all five end credits sequences in Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2, only one really matters. It's the third scene, and it features a revenge-bent Ayesha (Elizabeth Debecki) introducing a new creation. Ayesha is the high priestess of a genetically ideal race of aliens known as the Sovereign, and all their members are scientifically engineered, not born. Ayesha is wildly frustrated, as the Guardians have outsmarted them for the second time. She reveals a giant pod, telling another member of the Sovereign that this superalien is incredibly strong. "I think I shall call him Adam," she declares.
This new character is Adam Warlock, a beloved hero in the Marvel world. In the books, his origin story is a bit different; he's created by a group of scientists called the Beehive, and for a long time, he was simply known as "Him." His powers include strength, speed, stamina, and extreme healing, but his signature move is encasing himself in a cocoon (which we see in the credits sequence) at a moment's notice. He is powerful on his own, but he can also harness the power of the Infinity Stones (known as the Infinity Gems in the books) to increase his energy.
Though Ayesha is clearly creating him to combat the Guardians, Adam is actually their ally in the books. He fights alongside them and is one of Thanos's most notable enemies. While Adam is good, he has an evil alter ego named Magus.
During interviews for Vol. 2, director James Gunn told SlashFilm that Adam will not appear in Infinity War, the next Avengers movie. "But he will be a part of the future Marvel cosmic universe and a pretty important part of that." Hmmm.
So basically, he's Kind of a Big Deal.
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