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.
jeudi 30 août 2018
Why Doing a Boudoir Photo Shoot in Lingerie Was the Ultimate Form of Self-Care For Me
I've spent most of my life battling body-image issues and insecurities about my figure. I'm 5'1 and have a naturally stocky build with broad shoulders. One ex-boyfriend and his entire family used to call me Stumps because of my "big thighs." He also once told me I look like a running back because I'm so short and stout. I'm sure you can imagine how I wasn't too pleased to receive that kind of feedback from a guy who was supposed to be my greatest support.
Having been teased at school for many years as well, I entered my adult years with some emotional baggage. But the last few years have helped me regain my confidence, and I owe a lot of that to my dedication to fitness and clean eating.
Self-care practices also played a huge role in my growth of self-confidence and body acceptance. From meditating daily to journaling to attending wellness retreats, I've found all sorts of ways to take care of my mind as well as my body. One unexpected thing I did this year that contributed to better self-care was participate in a boudoir photo shoot.
It sounds strange, but posing in lingerie was an incredible way to heal my past wounds and feel stronger and more beautiful than ever. I worked with Tonhya Wysong, a professional photographer who created the project La Femme Forte, an initiative that's dedicated to helping women feel more confident in their bodies. This is how La Femme Forte acted as the ultimate self-care for me.
15 Things We're Excited to See at the Emmys This Year
Can you believe that award season is nearly upon us? If not, you better wrap your head around it, because the Emmys are going to be here before you know it. The 70th annual award show will honor the best of the best in the TV world - Game of Thrones? Queer Eye? The Handmaid's Tale? - when it airs live on Sept. 17. In case you need a refresher on why you should have this date highlighted in bright red ink, underlined in glitter, and circled in star stickers on your calendar, keep reading.
Snack Smart and Hack Your Routine With These 12 Essentials
Is there anything better than a snack? When you're working hard and on the go all day, that 5 p.m. bite becomes a necessity to end the day on a high note. But not having the right portable containers to transport your snack can make the experience lackluster. You should enjoy the food you're eating, and having the right tools is a critical step. Plus, the snack in question should be nutritious, delicious, and tide you over until dinner. This Fall, we're going to snack the right way, and we've rounded up our snacking essentials so you can have a delicious mini meal, no matter where you are.
Take a Deep Breath, Then Look at These Photos of Ryan Gosling at the Venice Film Festival
For anyone anxious that they hadn't seen a Ryan Gosling appearance in far too long, now is the time to relax. The Blade Runner 2049 actor has arrived at the Venice Film Festival to promote his new film First Man (and ease your stress, no doubt), and let's just say the appearance was worth the wait. The actor looked suave in a burgundy suit and sunglasses on Wednesday, playfully outshining his costars Olivia Hamilton, Claire Foy, and Jason Clark. He then changed into a white for the opening ceremony.
Joining forces with La La Land writer and director Damien Chazelle once again, Ryan takes on the role of Neil Armstrong in First Man, circling the astronaut's extraordinary life and legendary space mission. Now inhale deeply, and read on for all the therapy you need before the film hits theaters on Oct. 12.
My Toddler Used to Hit - This Is How We Stopped It
Toddlers are the worst. OK, actually they're super cute with a little (or a lot) of craziness sprinkled in. Often it's whining or tantrums that put you over the edge, but sometimes it's hitting. Sure, some little ones don't, but getting physical is pretty common for toddlers between twelve months and three years.
My first dabbled in aggressive behavior during the early years, but he was so easily redirected that we didn't spend much time on it before he grew out of it. My second, on the other hand, has a little more trouble restraining himself, and with his older sibling often at the receiving end, we had to tackle the problem head on. And we did it by looking the other way. Confusing, right? Read ahead for five tips we used to get our toddler to stop hitting.
26 Reasons Russell Westbrook Is the Fashion King of the NBA (and Maybe the World)
If you follow the NBA even a little bit, you know that Russell Westbrook's style off the court is just as bold as he is on the court. His life motto is "Why not?," and that certainly extends to his fashion choices. Whether he's on the red carpet, at Paris Fashion Week, or at a postgame press conference, his style leaves a lasting impression. Love it or hate it (but really, you should love it), he doesn't shy away from statement glasses or a wide-brimmed hat, and he's certainly not afraid to mix prints, patterns, and fabrics. As a Fashion Week regular with unique personal style, it's no surprise that Westbrook has collaborated with Barneys New York and Tumi on collections and even has a line of his own, Honor the Gift. Read on to see 23 of his boldest looks and why he's the reigning king of NBA fashion (and my men's style icon).
I Worked in Retail For 5 Years, and These Are the Only Flats I Could Stand In All Day
Since I'm a shopping editor, people always ask me for advice on what's the best of the best. One question I often field is, "What are the most comfortable flats?" I can speak from experience that these Sam Edelman Felicia Flats ($70-$100) are total winners.
In college, I started working in retail. I often spent six to eight hours, at least five days a week, walking in circles around a store, wreaking havoc on my feet wearing heeled shoes or too-flat flats. After what felt like years of trial-and-error runs of every shoe possible, I finally came to the conclusion that the Felicia flats are my favorite.
Aside from the cute, classic ballet style, I was attracted to them because of the cushioned heeled soles and flexible backs. Importantly, it's a flat that offers support and doesn't cut into the backs of my ankles. From leather to suede, metallic, printed fabric, and even calf-hair, the flats come in an array of materials and more colors and designs than I can even count. A number of their classic styles also come in medium, narrow, and wide choices. What could make them even better? They cost $100 - making them the most glamorous pair I could afford during my college days, but they lasted me for years. I found myself investing in new styles and colors anytime I could, knowing this was the shoe I could always rely on.
Do yourself (and your feet) a favor and get a pair for Fall; you won't regret it. Keep scrolling to shop a few of my favorite picks.
Jewelry Designer Gina Nigrelli-Smith Gives Us the Inside Scoop on What Inspires Her Cool Pieces
When curating our POPSUGAR Must Have box for Fall, we wanted to include designers who would effortlessly elevate our subscribers' Fall style. One of the first girl bosses who came to mind was Gina Nigrelli-Smith, the founder of jewelry brand Jules Smith. Gina is known for her bold, boho style that shines through with the pieces she creates.
We included one of Gina's designs, the Jane Cuff ($90), in this season's box. The glamorous bracelet is flawlessly smooth and also adjustable, allowing you to wear it on your arm or on your wrist. It also features a geometric design that's easy to slip on or flip over for a simpler look to complement every outfit.
If the gorgeous cuff itself won't get you excited for the Must Have box, the story of Jules Smith will. Read on to learn more about Gina and the gorgeous jewelry she dreams up.
POPSUGAR: Why did you create Jules Smith?
Gina Nigrelli-Smith: I was living in the Caribbean and became intrigued by the jewelry culture. I lived in St. Thomas, which is a large cruise ship port, so the local economy is very dependent on jewelry. I have a background in merchandising and had always wanted to design a collection. I met a few local jewelers, who taught me enough to get started, and within a few months, Jules Smith was born.
PS: Where did the name come from?
GNS: Smith is my married last name, and Jules is the middle name of one of the jewelers that helped me to get started. We were a fine jewelry collection when we launched, so the play on words "jewel smith" was part of the decision.
PS: You were previously a ballet dancer and fashion editor - how do those experiences influence your designs?
GNS: I have always been a creative person; I stopped dancing after college and knew that I wanted to pursue a career that allowed me to be creative. Going into fashion was an obvious next step, and I spent my time as a fashion editor going to part-time design school at night to learn the technical side of design.
I am obsessed with travel, and a majority of my design inspiration comes from my trips around the world.
PS: What was the inspiration behind the Jane Cuff? How would you style it?
GNS: I love arm candy, and the Jane Cuff is probably my favorite Jules Smith piece. I wear mine every day. I love this cuff because you can wear it alone or layer it. The Jane Cuff is very comfortable and light - it makes a statement but does not weigh down your wrist.
PS: You recently visited Greece and Costa Rica. Do your travels leave you feeling inspired?
GNS: I am obsessed with travel, and a majority of my design inspiration comes from my trips around the world. I try to travel at least once a quarter, as I believe it keeps my perspective fresh, which helps me maintain a consistent but eclectic point of view in my collections. I love buying jewelry and accessories from the places I travel and using them as inspiration for future designs.
PS: What is your go-to daily jewelry look?
GNS: LAYERS. I wear about five to 10 necklaces every day; my fingers, wrists, and ears are stacked. I wear hand chains on both hands. You can never wear too much jewelry.
If you want to get the cuff in your POPSUGAR Must Have box, make sure to sign up by Sept. 1 so you can select the color of your choice. It comes in rose gold, gold, or silver. Don't wait!
I Have 4 Kids and I Stopped Multitasking For an Entire Day - Here's What Happened
As moms, we're always doing a million things at once. I breastfeed my son while catching up on my favorite Netflix shows, answer texts while planning out meals, bathe my daughter while returning phone calls, and make dinner as I'm helping my older children with their homework. I see my fellow moms walking their kiddos to school while they're on the phone with their boss. I sit in bed at night scheduling play dates with other moms, while I talk to my husband about my day. The juggling act never ends.
I know I don't speak for all parents, but constant multitasking leaves me anxious and exhausted. I also worry I'm missing important moments with my kids. How can I really engage in a conversation about the upcoming fun run at school if I'm only half-listening as I respond to an email? Am I really enjoying my goodbye hug before school if I'm also mentally going over that day's to-do list? And ultimately, why am I trying to accomplish so many things at the same time if it's making me crazy?
With the goal of de-stressing and being more mindful, I decided to do one thing at a time for an entire day. This is no small task with four kids, but I was determined to give singletasking a try. If I was breastfeeding, I'd only do that. I'd only help with homework, and so on. Here's what happened, and what I learned, when I did my best to put multitasking in timeout for 24 hours.
1. Breastfeeding
This is how I start my day, but typically I'll flip on the TV or surf the internet on my phone at the same time. Today, I let my son latch on and I spent his feeding session stroking his head, smiling down at him, and just breathing in his deliciousness. It was truly lovely and relaxing . . . the first time. Three feedings later, I found myself picking at his cradle cap and feeling antsy and kinda bored, wishing I could answer the text I just saw pop up on my phone.
2. AM Routine
Rather than racing from room to room making sure my girls are getting dressed while also checking emails or chatting to my hubby on the phone about how the window replacement estimate came in higher than we thought, I attempted to stay in the moment with each of my daughters and block out everything else. Easier said than done when someone else was hollering for me from down the hall, and my baby was spitting up in my hair. But the intention was there.
3. Showering
I usually shower and feel like I blacked out the whole time. My thoughts are so scattered, and I'll get out and not remember whether I applied conditioner or shaved until I feel my legs. Today, I vowed to focus my attention on the hot water and enjoying a little "me" time instead of letting my mind wander to the millions of other things I need to accomplish. I was somewhat successful until I heard my baby crying from his bassinet outside of the bathroom and started singing "Head, Shoulders, Knees, and Toes" at the top of my lungs.
4. Walks With My Son
While I'm pushing the stroller, I'll return a phone call or draft a blog post. Today, I stowed my phone away and tried to notice what was going on around me; how blue the sky was, how the breeze felt. I engaged in baby talk with my little guy and observed his reactions to a lawn mower starting or a bird's call. I felt really happy and light for most of our walk, but I'll admit it was hard to maintain that mindfulness the entire time.
5. Making Dinner
This was by far the most difficult part of the day to commit to singletasking. My baby was crying out for the boob, my kids were telling me about their days at school, peppering me with questions about whether they should pack chips or pretzels in their lunches for the next day, and my hubby was calling me from his commute. I found it impossible to not get frazzled, and feel like a chicken with my head cut off running around the kitchen.
6. Helping With Homework
I tried to redeem myself for the multitasking mayhem that happened around dinner by sitting down with each of my kids and focusing on homework, distraction-free. To that end, TVs and other devices were off. The baby even cooperated by taking a catnap. Order was restored and my cortisol levels must have gone down by half.
7. Putting the Kids to Bed
This also tends to be a stressful part of the day, because everyone wants my help at the same time. Tonight, I attempted to get one kiddo's needs met at a time, but again, this was a challenge. One daughter's toothpaste exploded at the exact same time the baby's pacifier dropped behind the toilet. Then my other girls remembered something we had to do online before school tomorrow. Bedtime ended up being another frenzied, full-on multitasking marathon. Sigh.
My takeaway from the day is that I owe it to myself and my family to slow down and try doing just one thing at a time whenever possible. But to expect to maintain that all the time is not realistic. Sometimes you simply have to, or want to multitask. I think as long as the intention to not make multitasking a way of life is there, I can cut out some stress and enjoy more moments in the day. I learned it's equally important not to beat myself up when things spin out of control. The best way to move past those chaotic moments when I feel like I'm doing 25 tasks at the same time is to take a deep breath and refocus on the goal to parent one moment at a time.
How to Wear White After Labor Day - Because Heck Yes We're Doing It
What's the harm in wearing an all-white outfit during the Fall? Absolutely nothing. In fact, the light shade helps make the longer work days feel brighter, and it's a smart way to transition your Summer pieces over - that way you don't have to stow everything away just because the temperature's dropping.
That "no white after Labor Day" rule has long been cast aside, and that's only confirmed by the lovely, long-sleeved maxis and billowy-sleeved tops our favorite retailers are offering in ivory and cream. Ahead, we have a few easy tricks for tackling the monochrome look once the heat subsides. So trade in your sandals for pumps or sneakers and layer up on those breathable fabrics. You're going to feel fabulous.
Your Ultimate Guide to the Coziest Clothes on the Internet
You may be excited about the pumpkin spice lattes and apple picking that Fall brings, but all we can think about is being cozy. Soft fabrics, fuzzy linings, and comfy silhouettes make the season the best time of the year for being cuddly. If you're in the shopping mood, we rounded up the very best snuggly pieces you need to see - consider this your ultimate guide. Hooray for sweater season!
If You Have Wide Feet, These 10 Flats Are Exactly What You Need (Plus, They're Cute)
Finding a cute and comfy pair of flats can be tricky, especially if you have wide feet. That's why we went searching through every corner of the web to find the very best options that fit your needs. Shop through our top picks and invest in some shoes you'll enjoy wearing.
Oh, Snap! The Sequel to A Quiet Place Already Has a Release Date
This year, there was one horror movie that actually made quiet a bit of noise. A Quiet Place stormed the box office, earning rave reviews and plenty of money, and even setting a record or two at the box office. That's why it came as no surprise that a sequel was confirmed shortly thereafter. In even better news, the second installment in the eerie universe of sound-sensitive monsters already has a release date. According to The Hollywood Reporter, the film is set to hit theaters May 15, 2020. Yes, it's a ways off, but hey, it's something! We'll start a tally.
Calling All Guac-Lovers: This Study Will Pay You to Eat Avocados (Seriously!)
As all avocado-lovers know, indulging in this fatty fruit is expensive. Guac costs extra at most restaurants, and a simple avocado toast can often set you back a cool $20 (#millennialprobs). But a new study will actually help you put that money back in your pocket by paying you to eat avocados.
Researchers from Loma Linda University, Penn State, Tufts University, and University of California, Los Angeles are looking for 1,000 participants to see if avocados can actually help you lose weight, according to CNN. They are paying subjects to eat one avocado every day for six months or two a month for six months and calling it "The Habitual Diet and Avocado Trial."
Although avocados are a source of healthy monounsaturated fats, which help protect against heart disease and can reduce "bad" cholesterol, they are highly caloric; one medium avocado is around 300 calories and 30 grams of fat. Eating in a calorie deficit results in weight loss, while eating in a calorie surplus typically results in weight gain.
"Since avocados contain the highest fat content of any fruit, it seems illogical to think they might actually help people lose their belly fat," Loma Linda University wrote in a statement.
However, a diet rich in healthy fats promotes satiety, which helps keep you feeling full and wards of cravings for unhealthy foods such as simple carbohydrates and sugars, and can help you lose weight. Plus other high-fat, low-carb diets, such as the keto diet, are also effective in helping people lose weight.
Not shockingly, the study is funded by the Hass Avocado Board. But there is good news for participants: not only will they get to enjoy the creamy, satiating fruit every day, but they'll be given $300 each and 24 avocados at the end of the study. Sign us up!
Halle Berry Reacts to Being Prince Harry's Teenage Crush With Some of the Best Trolling Ever
Before he gave his heart to Meghan Markle, it looks like Prince Harry had his eye on another gorgeous American actress. An old photograph from Harry's school days has been making the rounds recently, and in it, you can make out a picture of Halle Berry, cut out and stuck to the center of a wall hanging in Harry's room. The picture caught the eye of Halle herself, who retweeted the picture and joked, "Ok #PrinceHarry, I see you!"
It may be casually referred to as his "high school dorm", but this is no average school. Boarders at Eton College each get their own private room that they can decorate any way they choose. A teenage Harry was pretty typical with his choices, and among the posters, flags, mugs, cans of Lynx body spray (yes, the UK has its own version of Axe), and sporting memorabilia, there are a number of pictures of scantily-clad women, including one of '90s model Caprice Bourret.
But there are also some more sentimental items, too. On his desk, you can see a framed photo of his mother, Princess Diana, taken by Mario Testino in 1997, shortly before her death. Harry's also got the photographer's book of portraits among his belongings. Above his bed, he has a photo of his father, Prince Charles, and another photo of Diana, this time with a young Harry at her side. Finally, on his bedside table, you can just about make out a picture of his great-grandmother, Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother, with whom his wife shares a birthday.
Take a closer look at Harry's teenage room ahead, and see what other retro treasures you can spot. If only we could zoom in enough to read what was written on the very official-looking letter on the right!
Before Season 2 Starts, Catch Up on All the Drama From Ozark's Bloody Season 1 Finale
The central question on Ozark, a Netflix original series that premiered last year, is how far will people go to protect their family and themselves. After financial planner Marty Byrd (delicately played by the always great Jason Bateman) gets caught up in a money laundering scheme that goes horribly wrong, he relocates his dysfunctional and fragmented family from a prosperous suburb of Chicago to a rural vacation spot in the Ozarks. His hope of keeping his family alive is complicated greatly by the town locals, drug cartels, FBI agents, and his family barely keeping everything together. As season two approaches, catch up on how all this intense drama ended last year.
Marty Thinks Quick
With the drug-dealing Snell family proving to be dangerous foes and the cartel closing in, Marty and his family try to flee. Initially stopped by one of the cartel's enforcers, they sneak away thanks to their live-in roommate Buddy (Harris Yulin), only to have Marty separated from them and tortured by the ruthless crime lord Del (Esai Morales). As Del is ripping off Marty's toenails, Marty convinces him to get the cartel involved with the Snells to distribute heroin and launder money on Snell property with a casino. The Snells agree at first, but then kill Del after he uses a racial slur against them, thus endangering everyone, since the cartel will not be happy with such a high profile member going missing.
The FBI Struggles to Make an Arrest
Stopped by an agent on the way home, Marty lays on the ground as the agent frantically searches for Del. Unable to produce him, they let Marty go, but it's clear the agents will not let up in their hunt for members of the cartel.
Pastor Mason Commits to Jesus
After finding out that the Snell family had been using his "church on the water" to distribute heroin, Pastor Mason (Michael Mosley) refuses to preach on the lake and aid them. As a retaliation, the Snells kill his pregnant wife, leaving her baby on Mason's doorstep. In a moment of desperation and hope, he baptizes the child.
Ruth Steps Up
While the dangerous and intelligent Ruth (Julia Garner) initially started working for Marty in the hopes of killing and robbing him of his money he was supposed to launder, over the course of the season, she begins to respect him enough to where she doesn't want him dead. After being made the manager of the strip club where he was laundering money, Ruth helps Marty run his businesses. At the end of season one, she suspects that her uncle Russ (Marc Menchaca) is an informant for the FBI and has intentions of killing Marty. Worried that she'll get blamed for it, as well as her having some compassion for Marty now, she instead kills Russ and her other uncle Boyd (Christopher James Baker).
Marty's Family Comes Back
After a heartbreaking phone call with his wife Wendy (the perfect Laura Linney), Marty urges his family to run away and save themselves. As she starts the car, her kids convince her to turn back so that they can be together as a family, even if it means they're all in danger.
What's Next
Marty will likely enter season two stuck between a deadly rock and an even deadlier hard place. The Snell family plans to hold him to the deal that they struck together to build a casino, and use his cartel connection to deal heroin. However, with the death of kingpin Del, that relationship will be tricky to negotiate. The FBI agents on his case are unlikely to let up any time soon, especially considering the deaths of Russ, Boyd, Garcia, and Del. Still, Marty and his family have to repair their relationships with each other, and that will certainly not be easy in this rural and dangerous town. If the trailer is any indication, sh*ts about to get real for Marty.
This DIY Dog Crate Furniture Piece Is Easy to Make and Surprisingly Chic
Disclaimer: I am a crazy pet parent. I've wanted a baby Golden Retriever for years, so when the time finally came to start "nesting" before my furry baby would be coming home, I really invested myself into it. And that included some heavy-duty DIY.
The crown jewel in my living room is the crate for my pup that looks like a piece of furniture - I get endless compliments on it, and you'll almost never notice that the inside is just a standard dog crate! I live and die by a clean, polished aesthetic, and while I had every intention of crate-training my pup, I didn't want my living room to have a black wire dog prison as its centerpiece . . . so I decided to make my own piece.
Better-looking crates - ones that look like furniture - exist for purchase out there in the world but are typically less sturdy and definitely not chew-proof. What's more is that they're absurdly expensive, and I wasn't looking to drop $500 (or more!) on something that might be chewed apart within minutes of putting it to use.
After an embarrassingly extensive amount of unfruitful research, a little light bulb went off: I could create my own happy medium! Get the wire crate, and build a simple frame and lid around it to give it a furniture aesthetic and tabletop functionality.
I promptly called my dad - a retired construction exec and Home Depot frequent flier with a Tim Allen-status toolshed - and asked if he thought it would be doable, and if so, if it'd be affordable. A few screenshots and specs later, and we were meeting up at the hallowed halls of hardware, orange aprons, and sawdust.
Why It's Rad
Aside from being infinitely more aesthetically pleasing than the wire dog prison, this is a safe choice for your dog. The crate goes inside the wood frame, so the puppy never gets a chance to chew up the wood while they're teething. Paint can sometimes be toxic to dogs, and you don't want splinters getting lodged in their little gums, so this is a way for you to get the look you want while still protecting your pup.
Additionally, this serves as a more functional piece of furniture than a crate (while taking up the same amount of space in your home), making it great for storage, decor, and lighting. It also adds more of a den-like quality to the crate so your dog can feel safer and cozier when they camp out inside.
This is a frame construction; there is no bottom piece, and the wire crate is not attached to the "furniture" in any way. You're building a basic frame and a lid, so it's very simple and one of the least complicated furniture DIYs you'll ever try.
The Materials
We decided to make the entire piece from melamine that my local Home Depot had in stock. This saved us from having to (1) buy paint and (2) use paint, therefore saving time and money. Melamine is also cheaper than wood, so there was even more money saved. You don't have to use melamine - especially if you're looking to make your furniture piece a different color - but if you're into plain white and a good bargain, then boy do I have the materials for you!
Also, a heads-up: you'll need to have the melamine pieces cut. As in, sawed. If you don't have a saw and don't have any desire to use a saw, then fantastic! Me either. You can have the friendly folks at your hardware store make cuts so you can take home the perfectly sized pieces for your project.
Aside from the melamine, we used the following:
- Melamine finishing tape
- Melamine finishing dots
- Screws
- Drill (to make holes for the screws)
- Power screwdriver, if you have it. Otherwise, biceps.
The Specs
The sizing of the wood pieces will depend on the specs of your crate. I opted for a 36-inch crate, which was the average size for a fully grown female Golden Retriever (joke's on me if she outgrows this). Keep in mind that when you get a puppy, you can partition the larger crate (most crates come with one!) to make them feel more snug and secure in a smaller space, and then move the partition as your pup grows. If you want to get the most time out of your furniture piece, I'd strongly recommend getting the largest crate necessary for your pup's expected adult size - then you never have to make another one!
Here are the sizes of the pieces we bought:
- One 42x29x1-inch piece of melamine for the lid
- Four 38x2.5x0.75-inch pieces for the long top and bottom crossbars
- Four 26x2.5x0.75-inch pieces for the short top and bottom crossbars
- Four 28x2.5x0.75-inch pieces for side A of the corner posts
- Four 28x1.5x0.75-inch pieces for side B of the corner posts
Cost and Time
This took roughly six hours to put together, broken up into two days. The out-of-pocket cost for the melamine materials was about $100. I scored the crate on mega sale at PetSmart for about $25. There are plenty of bargains for inexpensive but well-rated crates on Amazon, too!
Keep reading for the instructions!
15+ Spooky Treats You Have to Try at Disney World's Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party
It's that time of the year again when you realize exactly why Disney parks are the best during Halloween. One of the main reasons? The food, of course. Walt Disney World has released a ton of its Halloween treats for 2018, many of which are available during Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party beginning on Aug. 17 (others are available all day, every day). Throughout the Magic Kingdom, you'll find ghoulish meringues, pumpkin cheesecakes, Jack Skellington cake pops, Haunted Mansion-inspired cream puffs, and much more. You've got until Oct. 31 to try each one of the following menu items, so do your trip to Disney World justice by marking each one off your list. Put on your Haunted Mansion Mickey ears and get the details ahead!
The Reason Jack Brooksbank Probably Won't Get a Royal Title When He Marries Princess Eugenie
Princess Eugenie and Jack Brooksbank will be tying the knot at Windsor's St. George's Chapel on Oct. 12. Once they are officially married, Eugenie has the option of either keeping her royal title or giving it up and becoming Lady Eugenie. But what about Jack? Will the wine merchant be getting a fancy royal title, just like Meghan Markle did when she married Prince Harry?
Well, actually no. There hasn't been any announcement so far that states Jack will be receiving any sort of royal title, and if Queen Elizabeth II doesn't grant him one on his wedding day, he'll simply remain Jack Brooksbank. "There is no precedent for giving a peerage to the commoner husband of a princess on the wedding day," royal historian Marlene Koenig told Town and Country.
Back in 2016, there were reports that Eugenie's dad, Prince Andrew, had asked the queen to grant his daughters' future husbands earldoms, but he immediately shot the rumors down. "It is complete fabrication to suggest I have asked for any future husbands of the Princesses to have titles," Andrew said in an official statement. "As a father, my wish for my daughters is for them to be modern working young women, who happen to be Members of the Royal Family, and I am delighted to see them building their careers."
Even though it looks like Jack won't be getting a royal title, he still gets to marry the love of his life, and that's worth a whole lot more than any title.
Related: 10 Reasons Princess Eugenie and Jack Brooksbank's Wedding Will Be Nothing Short of Amazing
The 8 Big Denim Trends Everybody's Buying Into This Fall
Fall 2018's biggest denim trends are actually pretty easy to pull off, and that's because there's a flattering fit for every type of gal. Whether you're still all about the '80s and you prefer to wear a strong-shouldered blazer with tapered trousers and flashy heels, or you're a tomboy who loves a skinny pant with a racing stripe, there's a way for you to feel cool in your jeans. Some of our favorite supermodels and stars have already pointed us in the right direction with their street style, so now there's only one thing to do: shop! Read ahead to get the rundown on the latest silhouettes.
My Mom Didn't Let Me Get My Ears Pierced Until I Was 16 - This Is How I Feel About It Now
Growing up, getting my ears pierced was always a hot topic with my mom and me. From the age of about 6, when I started to put more effort and thought into what I wore, I wanted to wear earrings. My 6-year-old self was sick and tired of using those damn stick-on earrings you peeled off a piece of paper. For one, the paper stuck to them way too many times, and two, if you did manage to get the "earrings" to stick to your ear, they'd last a whole two minutes before falling off. And don't even get me started on clip-ons. Besides the painful ache they gave me, they, too, never looked quite right. The whole thing was seriously cramping my style game, and I was fed up.
Her reasoning was solely that that's what her parents had done with her, and she wanted it to be the same for me. So, in other words, she had no real reason.
I would ask my mom almost weekly about getting my ears pierced. Her response? "You can get them done when you turn 16." My response? "WHAT?! Why?!" Her reasoning was solely that that's what her parents had done with her, and she wanted it to be the same for me. So, in other words, she had no real reason. And despite my persistent hounding, she never caved. So, on the actual day of my 16th birthday, I went into Claire's and got my ears pierced, and I've never looked back. Since then, I've added three more ear piercings, a belly-button ring (it took forever to get my dad on board with that one), and a tattoo. And I love every single one of them.
Getting my ears pierced made things so much more fun. I could finally wear those fake diamond stud earrings all my friends had. I could finally forget about The Parent Trap-inspired moment I had in my bedroom when I was 12 that involved a sterilized needle and an apple slice (I couldn't go through with it). And I could finally feel like I wasn't being held back by a silly little thing. It was awesome to finally have pierced ears, but I also felt like I was at least 10 years late to the party.
I'm 30 now, and when I look back on my mom making me wait until I was 16 to get my ears pierced, I still don't really see the point. Sure, I totally understand not doing it when I was a baby and waiting for me to make that decision myself, but it would have been totally fine to do it when I was 6, when I started to really want it with a passion. It's not a traumatic or life-altering experience. If anything, I think it would have taught me some responsibility for taking care of my new piercings. And when I think about how I'll handle it with my own daughter one day, I definitely won't make her wait until she's 16. When she wants them done, we'll go to Claire's and get them done. And if she freaks out and decides she wants to wait, then we'll do that, too.
I recently asked my mom again why she made me wait so long to get them done, and she shrugged and said, "Honestly, I don't know. It's just what my parents did, so I figured I should, too. There really was no reason." Back then, I felt like I was being punished or scolded for something, like I wasn't capable of handling getting my ears pierced. And it bothered me. While it's such a small and insignificant thing, it taught me that not everything we do in life has to be the same as what we're taught. I can make my own rules, which means I can also rest easy after my future daughter watches The Parent Trap for the first time.
If You're in Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease Hell, You're Not Alone
My 3-year-old had a fever on Thursday night, spent Friday on the couch watching Cars on repeat while refusing to eat anything but applesauce, and woke up Saturday morning with red spots in the back of his mouth. If you have a child under the age of five, you probably already know that I spent the weekend in hand, foot, and mouth disease hell, and apparently I'm not the only one. My deskmate at the office's son had it last month, the lady at the nail salon said a few of her clients' kids got it, a friend told me she overheard a group of moms lamenting about it at the gym, and a woman I met at a birthday party sympathized with me since her toddler had just gotten over it. It's not a coincidence that it's going around; the virus, which usually starts with a fever followed by painful sores in the mouth and a skin rash on the hands and feet, is most common in the Summer and early Fall and is, you guessed it, extremely contagious.
HFMD, not to be confused with hoof and mouth disease or foot and mouth disease, lives in saliva and mucus, which, as luck would have it, a toddler is highly skilled at wiping on furniture, clothing, people, and various other objects with reckless abandon. It is also spread through feces (yes, poop). As disgusting as it may be, parents of small children know that poop is not just neatly contained to diapers and toilets, so you're in pretty close proximity to potentially infected fecal matter on a regular basis. And since there are no drugs to prevent the virus or to stop it once you have it, you have no choice but to just deal with it. And by deal with it, I mean slowly lose your mind while living in fear that you, too - or worse, your other child/ren - will contract it as well.
The CDC recommends hand washing, disinfecting toys and frequently touched surfaces, and avoiding close contact with people who have HFMD to help prevent infection and spreading. Have you ever tried to stop a 3-year-old from putting their hands in their mouth and then touching things? That's basically all they do, all day. And close contact is essentially a requirement of having small children, so these suggestions are probably more effective at getting a laugh out of parents of toddlers than they are at actually stopping the spread of the virus.
It shouldn't be surprising that in the last three days I've gone through three containers of Clorox disinfecting wipes, two bottles of Purell hand sanitizer, and an entire jug of Mrs. Meyers hand soap refill. I've done approximately 17 loads of laundry and spent roughly five hours cleaning every surface of my house in an attempt to contain the virus. I probably would have become even more obsessive with my disinfecting routine, but a solid portion of each day also had to be spent keeping my 6-month-old as far away from my infected 3-year-old as possible.
But of course all these efforts may prove futile, because our son was probably contagious before we even knew he had the disease and he'll still be contagious after his mouth blisters have cleared up and he's back in preschool. According to the CDC, people that are infected can be contagious for weeks after symptoms go away. And worse, you can be infected and possibly not even know it since "some people, especially adults, may not develop any symptoms, but they can still spread the viruses to others." So basically, you're screwed even if you sealed off your child's bedroom and locked them in there for a week without contact.
And if you, like me, were finding solace in the notion that once your child gets HFMD, they'll develop immunity to any further infections, think again. Different viruses can cause HFMD, so if your kid initially got it by way of the common coxsackievirus A16, you could be in for round two of sterilizing all the things if enterovirus 71 or coxsackievirus A6 show up at preschool.
I can't be sure just yet that my crazy-making efforts to prevent HFMD from spreading to myself and the two other members of my household have been effective, but there is hope that this unpleasant childhood disease will one day be wiped out like chickenpox. Research is being done on a vaccine approved in China, where there were more than 9 million cases of HFMD between 2008 and 2013.
So while we wait for the vaccine to make its way stateside, at least all parents of toddlers can come together and commiserate. And wash our hands.
This DIY Dog Crate Furniture Piece Is Easy to Make and Surprisingly Chic
Disclaimer: I am a crazy pet parent. I've wanted a baby Golden Retriever for years, so when the time finally came to start "nesting" before my furry baby would be coming home, I really invested myself into it. And that included some heavy-duty DIY.
The crown jewel in my living room is the crate for my pup that looks like a piece of furniture - I get endless compliments on it, and you'll almost never notice that the inside is just a standard dog crate! I live and die by a clean, polished aesthetic, and while I had every intention of crate-training my pup, I didn't want my living room to have a black wire dog prison as its centerpiece . . . so I decided to make my own piece.
Better-looking crates - ones that look like furniture - exist for purchase out there in the world but are typically less sturdy and definitely not chew-proof. What's more is that they're absurdly expensive, and I wasn't looking to drop $500 (or more!) on something that might be chewed apart within minutes of putting it to use.
After an embarrassingly extensive amount of unfruitful research, a little light bulb went off: I could create my own happy medium! Get the wire crate, and build a simple frame and lid around it to give it a furniture aesthetic and tabletop functionality.
I promptly called my dad - a retired construction exec and Home Depot frequent flier with a Tim Allen-status toolshed - and asked if he thought it would be doable, and if so, if it'd be affordable. A few screenshots and specs later, and we were meeting up at the hallowed halls of hardware, orange aprons, and sawdust.
Why It's Rad
Aside from being infinitely more aesthetically pleasing than the wire dog prison, this is a safe choice for your dog. The crate goes inside the wood frame, so the puppy never gets a chance to chew up the wood while they're teething. Paint can sometimes be toxic to dogs, and you don't want splinters getting lodged in their little gums, so this is a way for you to get the look you want while still protecting your pup.
Additionally, this serves as a more functional piece of furniture than a crate (while taking up the same amount of space in your home), making it great for storage, decor, and lighting. It also adds more of a den-like quality to the crate so your dog can feel safer and cozier when they camp out inside.
This is a frame construction; there is no bottom piece, and the wire crate is not attached to the "furniture" in any way. You're building a basic frame and a lid, so it's very simple and one of the least complicated furniture DIYs you'll ever try.
The Materials
We decided to make the entire piece from melamine that my local Home Depot had in stock. This saved us from having to (1) buy paint and (2) use paint, therefore saving time and money. Melamine is also cheaper than wood, so there was even more money saved. You don't have to use melamine - especially if you're looking to make your furniture piece a different color - but if you're into plain white and a good bargain, then boy do I have the materials for you!
Also, a heads-up: you'll need to have the melamine pieces cut. As in, sawed. If you don't have a saw and don't have any desire to use a saw, then fantastic! Me either. You can have the friendly folks at your hardware store make cuts so you can take home the perfectly sized pieces for your project.
Aside from the melamine, we used the following:
- Melamine finishing tape
- Melamine finishing dots
- Screws
- Drill (to make holes for the screws)
- Power screwdriver, if you have it. Otherwise, biceps.
The Specs
The sizing of the wood pieces will depend on the specs of your crate. I opted for a 36-inch crate, which was the average size for a fully grown female Golden Retriever (joke's on me if she outgrows this). Keep in mind that when you get a puppy, you can partition the larger crate (most crates come with one!) to make them feel more snug and secure in a smaller space, and then move the partition as your pup grows. If you want to get the most time out of your furniture piece, I'd strongly recommend getting the largest crate necessary for your pup's expected adult size - then you never have to make another one!
Here are the sizes of the pieces we bought:
- One 42x29x1-inch piece of melamine for the lid
- Four 38x2.5x0.75-inch pieces for the long top and bottom crossbars
- Four 26x2.5x0.75-inch pieces for the short top and bottom crossbars
- Four 28x2.5x0.75-inch pieces for side A of the corner posts
- Four 28x1.5x0.75-inch pieces for side B of the corner posts
Cost and Time
This took roughly six hours to put together, broken up into two days. The out-of-pocket cost for the melamine materials was about $100. I scored the crate on mega sale at PetSmart for about $25. There are plenty of bargains for inexpensive but well-rated crates on Amazon, too!
Keep reading for the instructions!
15+ Spooky Treats You Have to Try at Disney World's Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party
It's that time of the year again when you realize exactly why Disney parks are the best during Halloween. One of the main reasons? The food, of course. Walt Disney World has released a ton of its Halloween treats for 2018, many of which are available during Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party beginning on Aug. 17 (others are available all day, every day). Throughout the Magic Kingdom, you'll find ghoulish meringues, pumpkin cheesecakes, Jack Skellington cake pops, Haunted Mansion-inspired cream puffs, and much more. You've got until Oct. 31 to try each one of the following menu items, so do your trip to Disney World justice by marking each one off your list. Put on your Haunted Mansion Mickey ears and get the details ahead!
See How the City of Detroit Is Celebrating the Legendary Aretha Franklin
Thousands of people arrived at the Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History in Detroit to pay their respects to Aretha Franklin. Aug. 28 was the first day of public viewing for the late Queen of Soul, who passed away on Aug. 16 in Detroit, where she grew up. More than 15,000 people gathered at the museum to celebrate Aretha's life, meet other fans, and see the singer one last time as she lay in a gold-plated casket.
People of all ages snagged a spot in line, many sporting Aretha Franklin T-shirts, and they received a program upon entering the museum that showed all of Aretha's albums through the years - the ultimate keepsake. "Aretha was just the soul of Detroit. Her melodious voice and her message, especially during the turbulent time of the '60s, really impacted the city and a nation and the world," said O'Neil Swanson of Swanson's Funeral Home, who attended the viewing.
There's also an exhibit coming to the Charles H. Wright Museum beginning on Sept. 21 entitled "Think," which is described as a tribute to the Queen of Soul. Ahead, see photos of the many people who gathered to remember the icon's life.
Mr. Robot: Your Favorite Hacker Drama Is Saying Goodbye After Its Fourth and Final Season
Mr. Robot will be powering down for the final time with its upcoming season. The USA Network series announced its renewal for an eight-episode fourth season back in December 2017, and months later, it's revealed that the season will actually be its last. According to The Hollywood Reporter, the season order has been expanded to 12 episodes and production is scheduled to start during the Winter for a late 2019 season premiere.
Creator Sam Esmail revealed that he never envisioned Mr. Robot to be long-term after the season three finale. Esmail told THR, "I've always said it's four or five seasons, and I've said that because I think it's somewhere in between. We never want to feel like we're treading water." Though Esmail and producers toyed with writing a fifth season, they ultimately decided on the episode expansion instead and shifted the writing schedule to accommodate Esmail's work on Amazon's limited series Homecoming. Rami Malek will return to his Emmy-winning role as Elliot for the final season, which picks up to explore the pros and cons of him sending an email that could reverse the events of season three.
"When I first created the world of Mr. Robot, I thought it would be a niche television series with a small, cult following. Over the past three years, it has become so much more, and I am continually humbled by the show's recognition and by the amazing cast and crew that work tirelessly to help bring my vision to life," Esmail said in a statement to THR. "Since day one, I've been building toward one conclusion - and in breaking the next season of Mr. Robot, I have decided that conclusion is finally here. To fans of the show: thank you for the past three years, and I can't wait to share this exciting final season with you."
The 28 Best New Books to Curl Up With This Fall
Brenda Janowitz is the POPSUGAR books correspondent. She is the author of five novels, including The Dinner Party.
Summer is great, but who doesn't love Fall? Is there anything better than curling up beside the fire with a book? OK, yes, taking a long, warm bath with a great read is pretty wonderful, too. Are you sensing a trend here? Everything is better with a book! So after you take that hay ride, grab a pumpkin spice latte and get comfortable. I've got the definitive list of what to read this season - and trust me, you're not going to want to miss a single one.
13 Instant Pot Steak Recipes For Hungry Carnivores
I don't eat a lot of meat, but every so often, I just get in one of those moods where all I want to eat is some steak or ribs or a slab of beef. Generally speaking, I also don't want to wait around forever dealing with cooking it, which is where the Instant Pot comes in. You can make a variety of steak, beef, and rib recipes right in this fancy gadget, and it's simple and pretty quick.
If you're hungry for tacos or maybe a meaty pasta dish or just some straight-up ribs, we have some delicious options for you to choose from for your next dinner. Scroll through for 13 meaty ideas, but check out our vegetarian options if meat isn't your thing.
In Case You Didn't Know, Meghan Markle Can Pull Off Any Neckline, and Here's Proof
Rack your brain, and you probably can't think of one outfit Meghan Markle has worn that didn't suit her perfectly. She chose a wedding dress that was minimalist and embodied sophistication, she can wear pants and make them royal-appropriate, and it turns out she can also pull off every single neckline.
She makes a turtleneck look chic, she's classic in a v-neck, and she can even dress up a typically laid-back crew neckline in true princess style. But there's one particular neckline Meghan has been wearing over and over since joining the royal family: the bateau neckline. She wore the style for the royal wedding, at Trooping the Colour, and at a number of other important royal engagements.
Nevertheless, we're here to prove that Meghan's not afraid of incorporating other silhouettes. Even though it's possible she feels strongly about showing a hint of shoulder, Meghan's game to try anything. Get a closer look at all the ways Meghan has styled different necklines, and try out these tips for yourself. Then check out her other styling tricks, including cinching her waist with a belt and opting for a power color.
The Definition of Dapper? Ryan Gosling in Black-and-White Photographs
If there exists a "hot Ryan Gosling moment" klaxon, we'd like to sound it until it shatters - because in black and white, he looks phenomenal. And while there may have been a dry spell in his appearances of late, the First Man actor made it a worthy wait when he stepped out at the Venice Film Festival on Wednesday. It soon came to our attention, however, that the pictures snapped of him in black and white were even more special. The man certainly suits a saturated style!
To acknowledge this great discovery, read on to see a collection of black-and-white photos of Ryan (ready for you to appropriately print and paste to your walls). Or, alternatively, you could just look up the word "dapper" in the dictionary, because you'll find them there too.
Kourtney Kardashian Means Business in Her Latest Look, but We Definitely Wouldn't Wear It to Work
You might think that a combo of gray pants and a white button-down shirt is a look that should be reserved only for the office, but Kourtney Kardashian just added some sex appeal to those workday classics, creating a look that is totally NSFW. On a night out in LA on Wednesday, she teamed a pair of tailored gray pants with a cropped white shirt by Off-White, which featured oversize cuffs that Kourtney folded back to add a casual touch.
She made sure to balance out that laid-back look with her footwear, though. She finished her outfit by adding pair of perspex heels from her brother-in-law Kanye West's Yeezy line. It's not the first we've seen her wearing the label's see-through heels, though this time she opted for a clear pair that let her pedicure peek through. Take a closer look at the whole ensemble ahead, then shop similar items for yourself.
13 Instant Pot Steak Recipes For Hungry Carnivores
I don't eat a lot of meat, but every so often, I just get in one of those moods where all I want to eat is some steak or ribs or a slab of beef. Generally speaking, I also don't want to wait around forever dealing with cooking it, which is where the Instant Pot comes in. You can make a variety of steak, beef, and rib recipes right in this fancy gadget, and it's simple and pretty quick.
If you're hungry for tacos or maybe a meaty pasta dish or just some straight-up ribs, we have some delicious options for you to choose from for your next dinner. Scroll through for 13 meaty ideas, but check out our vegetarian options if meat isn't your thing.
Keanu Reeves and Winona Ryder Turn Complaining Into an Art Form in Destination Wedding
There's something about watching Keanu Reeves and Winona Ryder complain as their miserable characters in Destination Wedding that brings us so much joy, which you can get a little preview of in this new, exclusive clip from the upcoming romantic comedy. Ryder and Reeves - who may or may not be married in real life, for the record - star as two socially awkward people who can't stand each other at first when they meet at a mutual friend's wedding at a winery . . . but then maybe, eventually, hopefully fall in love? Fingers crossed. Watch them bicker like nobody's business above!
Destination Wedding hits theaters on Aug. 31.
The Cast of TATBILB Show Off Their Sweet Bond as They Play a Game of Kiss and Tell
The only thing cuter than To All the Boys I've Loved Before is the adorable bond the film's cast has in real life. The off-screen chemistry between Lana Condor and Noah Centino is impossible to ignore, and we're still not over the sweet story behind Lara Jean's lock screen photo. These two truly are too good to be true, and when you add in some extra cuteness in the shape of Israel Broussard, and you'll be powerless to resist. The three young stars joined forces recently to play a game of "Kiss and Tell", which involved them each being blindfolded, before guessing objects only by kissing them or touching them with their mouths. As you can imagine, things descended into chaos pretty quickly, and though each object did have something to do with the movie, it didn't seem to help very much when it came to identifying them. One thing we did learn? Boys can identify food very easily. Lacrosse sticks? Not so much. Take a look for yourself now, then get a reminder of another fun moment from this adorable cast.
If These PDA Moments Are Anything to Go By, This Is the British Royal Family's Most Loved-Up Couple
The British royal family has always been about protocol, rules, and traditions, but over the last few decades, the younger members have loosened the reins, choosing to be more informal and approachable. Part of this probably comes from their chosen spouses: there are none of the aristocratic marriages of the past here, instead the queen's grandchildren have married "commoners." Among that group is the gloriously down-to-earth Mike Tindall, who's been married to Princess Anne's daughter Zara Phillips since 2011.
Though Zara is 17th in line to the throne, she and Mike don't have titles and don't take part in many official duties. Instead, they've focused on their sporting careers, to great success. Zara is an Olympic medal-winning equestrian, while Mike is an English rugby legend, having participated in a whopping 11 Six Nations Championships. He was also part of the 2003 squad that won the rugby World Cup, which was when his path crossed with Zara. They're now parents to two daughters, 4-year-old Mia and Lena, who was born earlier this year. The pair seem like some of the most down-to-earth members of the royal family, and they're not afraid to share their love with the rest of us, with plenty of cheeky PDAs over the years. Just keep reading for proof!
The Queen Only Has Sympathy For Meghan's Family Problems, and We're Glad She's Got Her Back
Meghan Markle's dad just can't seem to stop talking to the press about his daughter and the royal family, but we're glad to hear Queen Elizabeth II's got her back. According to Us Weekly, Meghan is "absolutely broken by the drama with her father" and has no way of reaching out to him because "she knows he'll record the conversation and sell it."
However, it seems Meghan's family problems have only brought her and the queen closer. "What may surprise some is just how supportive Her Majesty has been during the problems Meghan has faced with her family," a Buckingham Palace insider told the outlet. "Meghan is in a tough place, and the queen knows it's completely out of Meghan's hands. She has only sympathy for what's been a difficult and distressing situation for her."
Even though Meghan and the queen come from totally different backgrounds, "there's a warmth between the two that's genuine and loving." In fact, the queen actually "became fond of Meghan at their first meeting." "Not just because she's the charming woman who brought happiness into her grandson's life, but also because she quickly demonstrated that she's intelligent, polite and keen to learn," the source added. Meghan and Elizabeth embarked on their first official outing together back in June, and their immediate bond was clear for all to see.
Make Sure the AC Is Cranked Before You Check Out These 25 Sexy Nicki Minaj Pics
Four out of five scientists agree that Nicki Minaj is actually sex in human form. Every album cover, music video, and stage performance Nicki delivers is borderline NSFW sexy, and we're just here to bask in her glory. Nicki is hot as hell and an actual saint to boot (and we're not just talking about her Saints and Sinners Met Gala outfit), so it's no wonder every photo taken of her serves to project her radiance.
Here are just 25 of the most gorgeous photos captured of Nicki this year, both on stage and off.
Winona Ryder and Keanu Reeves Have Been Giving Us (and Each Other) Heart-Eyes Since 1989
Winona Ryder and Keanu Reeves are starring in their fourth movie together, Destination Wedding, and have been warming the hearts of millennials everywhere with their cute chemistry while promoting the film. Most recently, they gushed about harboring "pretty big, healthy" crushes on each other since the late '80s. While the two have never officially dated, their mutual affection is "still raging," according to Winona - and they may have actually gotten legally married on the set of Bram Stoker's Dracula, which is just amazing to think about.
In case you were curious: yes, Winona is still one of the '90s It girls we all want to be, and Keanu is still the brooding Hollywood heartthrob that we all want to be with. And the best part? They're still magic together, after all these years.
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