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14 Robes That’ll Make You Never Want to Get Dressed

We all have our obsessions: some gals are beauty buffs, others are total bag snobs, and of course, we all know a jewelry junkie or two. But is anyone else out there as obsessed with loungewear as I am? More specifically, robes? There’s no question I inherited my affinity from my parents; when I think back on my […]

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NOVA’S Julia Zangrilli

One of the perks of living in NYC is meeting lots of people with really interesting jobs.  Take Julia Zangrilli, perfumer and founder of NOVA, an indie fragrance brand based in Brooklyn. You’ve probably spotted the brand’s retro-inspired bottles gracing the shelves of stores like Urban Outfitters and Opening Ceremony. Julia moved to New York in 2003 to […]

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The Best Foundations + Tinted Moisturizers

When it comes to beauty products, are you loyal to one brand, or are you more of a serial dater? On busy mornings, I’m generally a fan of sticking to one tried-and-true skincare and makeup routine, so I’ve always been a tad obsessed with uncovering the very best in each category. Which is why I’m so pumped […]

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Secrets to Air Drying Your Hair

There’s a time for a post about the best tools and products for getting and keeping and blowout… and August is not one of those times. We have all year to battle our manes into submission, but when the temps (and humidity!) are this high, it’s time to embrace your natural texture and enjoy the […]

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How to Wear a Statement Choker

ed note: Taylor Jarrett, creative director, stylist, and studio owner has recently captivated our entire team with his incredible taste and creative approach to getting dressed. In our newly relaunched Pulling It Off series, he’ll be showing me how to wear one bold fashion statement paired with my usual classic looks. Today, we’re kicking things off with an incredible statement choker […]

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Our Fave New Workout Hairstyle

DIRECTIONS: First start with hair in a high pony. You can choose a slick look or leave a bit of texture for more of an undone look. Braid your pony tail in a simple three strand braid. (You can do any braid — a fishtail braid would look even more interesting!) Be sure to secure […]

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4 Signs You’re Wearing the Wrong Bra (& What to Do About It)

Did you know that as many as 80% of women are wearing the wrong bra size? Ashley Kelsch, CEO and founder of Teddies for Bettys, started her company with the intention to empower women by helping them find well-made, great-fitting undergarments. She meets new clients on the daily who are getting by in life with ill-fitting […]

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The Best-Ever Melt Proof Makeup

I’m going to be honest with you: the original concept of this story was “pool-proof makeup,” but my daily commute has gotten so humid that I basically feel like I’m swimming to work every day anyway. There’s nothing more depressing than arriving at the office to discover that three-quarters of your masterful face of makeup […]

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3 Ways to Wear a Black Ribbon

Here at Team CS, we’re firm believers in the power of good ribbon — it can turn a regular box into a gift, a stack of letters into decor, and an ordinary hairstyle into something special. We definitely love the idea of wearing a black ribbon (so French, oui?) but wanted to get some fresh ideas […]

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DIY Emergency Pedicure

Sure, it’s a fun indulgence to get a pedicure—I do believe that every girl deserves to have her tootsies detailed every once in awhile. That said, whether you’re on a budget, short on time, or (like me) lack the patience to sit in a nail salon for an hour, sometimes you need to take matters […]

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11 Supermodel Secrets for Looking Great in Photos

There’s more to being a supermodel than just winning the genetic lotto — our favorite faces in fashion know the secrets of posing for the camera so that they always look amazing, even in non-professional pics. Turns out we mere mortals can utilize some of these very same techniques to look better in our own photos. (Say good riddance to […]

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Copper Hair Accessories

Turns out stylist Erica Rae is just as ingenious when it comes to accessories as she is with hair. When we asked her to come up with something using copper we had no idea that she would end up making her own hair accessories. Inspired by a class she took with celebrity stylist Orlando Pita, Erica isn’t afraid to […]

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How to Get Sexy Beach Hair

It’s officially summer, which means that along with ditching my wine lipsticks and heavy foundation, I’ve officially waved goodbye to my blowdryer for the foreseeable future. Unfortunately, however, my hair doesn’t necessarily behave when I let it air-dry; without a little product, my locks somehow end up looking both flat and frizzy. How is that […]

11 must-have lace up sandals
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11 Best Lace-Up Sandals

You know when a trend comes along that makes you wonder how you ever lived without it? That’s how I feel about lace-up sandals. I just love ’em. After acquiring my first pair of classic flat black beauties, it became clear I needed every color and heel height variation out there. So since I’m spending a […]