Any master perfumer who knows their stuff knows that a vanilla-forward scent is an absolute must-have in any fragrance brand's lineup. Vanilla is a universal note that speaks to the soul, evoking feelings of warmth, comfort, and familiarity. But don't worry, you won't smell like a dessert — as the days of overly sweet, candied vanilla perfumes are gone. The fragrance industry has learned from its past mistakes and evolved, creating sophisticated vanilla scents that are anything but saccharine....

When I spoke with head makeup artist Sheika Daley, I asked about the direction of LaQuan Smith's Spring/Summer 2024 show. She replied with one word: Sexy.Smith has always remained true to his signature style of refined sensuality and sexuality, but this latest display for New York Fashion Week is truly exquisite.With the help of celebrity hairstylist Lacy Redway, Smith has cultivated and delivered to the masses the ultimate "Buss Down Baddie" of New York City, or any city for that matter, with h...

As a beauty editor, my makeup kit is filled to the brim with brow products of all sizes, shapes, and formulas. There's a time and place for each of them, but if I'm being honest, I have a favorite, and that's brow gel. It's the one brow product I use almost every single day and often without any other pencils and pomades to go with it. There's simply nothing else that can define, volumize, and shape my arches in a single swipe.As I've gotten older and taken a more natural approach to my dail...

Get ready to embrace your inner ballerina because #Balletcore is the hottest new trend to hit the runways, starting with New York Fashion Week. The look has been blowing up on TikTok for the past year, and it was only a matter of time before designers caught on and elevated the look for the Spring/Summer 2024 season.But don't let the name fool you — Balletcore isn't about leg warmers and sweatbands. Instead, it pays homage to the signature look of ballerinas everywhere, with ballet flats, oper...