As we switch our mindsets from alfresco to hibernation mode, it’s time consider investing in sensible outerwear to see us through to spring, and given just how many coats are on the market right now, it’s tricky to know which are actually worth spending our money on. There are, of course, the timeless classics that come around every year (and we tried and tested the very best and gave our reviews here), but if you’re looking for something that will do a little more than just keep you warm, we’ve got that covered too.
Just as with anything else in fashion, new trends come around as quickly as dated ones fall out of favor, and coats are no exception. In the last few months, we’ve shelved our denim jackets, trench coats, and quilted car coats in favor of something buzzier (and far better suited to inclement weather), so it’s time to start shopping around for something to fill the gap. Here, discover a new batch of coat trends that will no doubt come to define the season. In fact, some of them already are.
At Harvard’s Future of Business conference on Thursday, Prithwiraj (Raj) Choudhury, a professor at Harvard Business School, told attendees he was there on a mission: to present the undeniable business case for flexible work, and to instruct leaders on how to effectively pull off a work from anywhere model.
Choudhury, a long-time proponent of flexible work, kicked off his presentation with the hard data from Kastle Systems, a building security and research firm, and WFH Research, a leading research group. Offices in the U.S. have stabilized at roughly 50% occupancy over the last two years. The percentage of remote work days for the entire population has held at around 30%—up from 5% pre-pandemic. That’s a six-fold increase, he pointed out, “and the trendline seems to be very stable.”
That’s despite bosses’ best efforts to finally shirk the trend and yank workers back in, whether they like it or not. Those pushes reached a fever pitch around Labor Day, as they usually do, when many major U.S. firms drew a line in the sand mandating a handful of days per week in the office—or else. But per Kastle Systems’ weekly office occupancy data, there was no Labor Day bump to speak of.
“Every Labor Day we have a big return-to-office push,” Choudhury said. “But the numbers in the overall economy seem to be stable.” That’s because surveys show workers are generally willing to sacrifice 5% to 7% of their total compensation in exchange for the opportunity to work flexibly, he said. “This is a phenomenon that will sustain, because individuals are demanding it.”
That may be an understatement. Workers across industries have, in varying degrees, made clear that if their job is remote-capable, they’re hugely resistant to going into an office. After all, working from home means fewer costs; more time for sleep, exercise, socializing, and family bonding; and not having to commute—even if that means giving up the team bonding, career development, and mentorship that in-person work facilitates.
Indeed, despite the current cost-of-living crisis, nearly two-thirds of workers would be willing to take a pay cut to be able to work remotely, per a FlexJobs survey last month. Seventeen percent of respondents said they’d relinquish 20% of their paycheck, and one in ten said they’d give up more than 20%. The majority of respondents to that survey said remote work pulls ahead of salary, work-life balance, or a boss they can tolerate. “Lack of remote work options is a significant reason why people leave their jobs,” Keith Spencer, a FlexJobs career expert, wrote in the report.
To that end, offering flexible work arrangements is a talent strategy, Choudhury said. “Unless you implement it, it’ll be way harder, in today’s economy, to attract and retain diverse talent.”
Balancing flexibility with isolation
If flexible work—with employees leading the charge on their own schedules—is the way, that leaves bosses in a bind, Choudhury added. A typical middle manager must carry out the executive demands of the C-suite who want full offices, while also affording junior workers some amount of autonomy.
Many pros have broad recommendations on how to manage it. Flexible work arrangements are best pulled off with an “organized hybrid” plan, Stanford economist and remote work guru Nick Bloom told Fortune. That means clear orders from the top, plenty of room for customization, and intentional collaboration with team members on in-person days.
Crucially, those in-person days don’t need to be all that often. Drew Houston, Dropbox’s CEO, told Fortune last month that his company’s approach—90% remote, 10% in-person—has been their strongest retention and satisfaction tool. Bosses who are insistent on in-person work as a rule need to give up control, he advised, “and need a different social contract. If you trust people and treat them like adults, they’ll behave like adults. Trust over surveillance.”
But when it comes to assessing the actual optimal number of in-person days, even the experts are often caught flat-footed. “I won’t pretend to know the answer—we need to study for years,” Choudhury said, though he added that recent research suggests in-person work somewhere between 23% and 40% of the time is the ideal. “You’re in the best of both worlds when you balance flexibility with isolation.”
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It’s been a minute since there’s been a new, significant “ugly” shoe trend on the scene, but that’s set to change this winter. One of the most prominent shoe trends on the F/W 23 runways—which also made multiple appearances on the S/S 24 runways—was furry shoes. And we’re not just talking subtly furry. We’re talking about over-the-top, spot-them-from-a-mile-away furry.
Leading the furry-shoe charge on the F/W 23 runways were Gucci, Stella McCartney, and Givenchy, to name a few. And on the market, you’ll find plenty more furry shoes among the current mix at Loewe, Burberry, Khaite, and Prada. Basically, pretty much every trend-forward luxury brand we have is on board. Once you get a visual, it’ll be easy to see that the somewhat polarizing trend is actually quite chic and will add a fun touch to whatever outfit they’re paired with.
Scroll on to see what all the hype is about (via the runway and the streets) and shop the chicest furry shoes of the season.
Whether you’re ready for their return or dreading it with every fiber of your being, oversize sunglasses are on their way to a monumental comeback, with the brands on everyone’s lips right now, from Saint Laurent and Khaite to Phoebe Philo and Tom Ford, putting aside their love for microscopic eyewear in favor of styles of the larger, more shield-like variety. And now that their stance on the subject’s been solidified on the runways, there’s no turning back.
Here’s why I’m not mad about it. As much as I’ve played into the tiny-sunglasses movement that started in the late 2010s and has flourished until just recently, the styles simply aren’t as practical as their more substantial counterparts. Half the time when I’m wearing small shades, I’m not getting any actual sun protection, which is hardly the case when I grab for my larger aviators or ’70s-inspired square pairs. But that’s not all. The oversize styles rising the ranks ahead of 2024 are simply more impactful sartorially speaking. Scroll down to see their return for yourself.
I was really trying to take a break from saying the “Q” word but my break didn’t last long, because there’s a “quiet luxury” trend that I think needs to be classified as such. The trend I’m referring to is elegance. Sophisticated, polished pieces are dominating the fashion landscape right now, and I’ve been spotting inherently rich-looking trends on a daily basis as of late.
The popularity of elegant trends can be attributed to the fact that they’re easy to style, versatile, and timeless. Refined, classic outfits have been en vogue for decades upon decades, with women like Audrey Hepburn, Grace Kelly, Kate Middleton, and Jackie Kennedy continuing to provide plenty of modern-day inspiration.
There are certain elegant styles that have really risen to the top of the trend popularity list this fall, and I think they’re very much worth shopping for your own wardrobe. Scroll to do just that with my curated round-up of elegant fall and winter trends.
The idea is that if your body recognizes a skincare ingredient as something it created itself, it allows it to penetrate deeper into the skin and work more effectively than a non-biomimetic ingredient. At least, that’s what skincare brands claim. But what do the derms think? There’s some complexity to consider.
Take it from Yadav, who says, “The definition of traditional skincare is pretty subjective, and many ingredients that we’d place into that category also fall into the biomimetic category, such as ceramides and hyaluronic acid—ingredients that our bodies naturally produce.”
In other words, biomimetic is a vague term at best. Furthermore, it can’t account for some very important and widely used ingredients that treat and protect our skin—the most important being sunscreen. “There are some ingredients, like chemical exfoliants and sunscreen, that you can’t just replace or get rid of entirely, but otherwise, I think it’s a great idea to try biomimetic skincare if other products aren’t working for you,” Yadav says. “Those with very sensitive or reactive skin may respond best to biomimetic skincare, as it’s not trying to ‘fight’ their skin but work with it.”
Camp agrees, saying that biomimetic skincare is certainly effective, but there are other factors to consider. “Much of what makes a skincare product effective or not is the consistency of use,” he says. Still, he notes that “the regular use of products that contain biomimetic ingredients may give your skin a boost in its health and appearance.”
It has been 10 years since I received my first email from Janessa Leoné regarding her newly launched collection. A mutual friend had put us in contact, and to this day, I couldn’t be happier about it. Leoné’s incredibly chic accessories have been woven through my personal fashion history ever since starting with her highly coveted hats. I have delighted in following her journey and stylish expansion of celeb-approved pieces—Taylor Swift, Meghan Markle, Chrissy Teigen, and Cindy Crawford to name a few. One of my favorite launches to date is the recent addition of elevated leather accessories, especially the super-cool bags.
The show-stealer from the collection is the Bode bag, which sold out in under two hours, and it’s no surprise why. The slouchy shoulder bag feels very of-the-moment while remaining a true classic that you’ll wear forever. The style is super functional and can be worn in a variety of ways thanks to a clever adjustable shoulder-strap design. The Bode bag comes in both black and brown options that are made from 100% regenerative leather with sustainability in mind.
The good news is that the Bode bag is about to restock, so I highly recommend preordering now to snag one of your own since it’s guaranteed to sell out again. Keep scrolling to check out and shop the new It bag. The question is whether to go with black, brown, or both—a tough call indeed.
It’s unusual that fashion trends intersect with the gardening world, where practicality, not sartorial whims, tend to rule. And long may that last. But lately it’s been hard to avoid the fact that almost every gardener, grower and, often, designers, too, seem to be united in their devotion to Blundstone boots.
The Chelsea boots’ rise to ubiquity is down to several factors: easy elasticated sides that allow the boots to be pulled on and off in a mere second or two and; comfort that doesn’t require a break-in period (it is truly the unbox-and-wear boot); functional soles; water resistance; and near indestructible construction. But I think it’s the boots ability to look appropriate in almost any setting, easily traversing from muddy borders to city pavements, that has elevated them to ‘It” status.
Above: At Great Dixter, Blundstone’s Safety Boot series are the boot of choice with their leather uppers, a kickguard, steel toe, as well as a heat-resistant outsole (up to 140 degrees Farenheit). Here, volunteer Louise Bell works on the meadow’s yew topiary in her steel-capped boots. Photograph courtesy of Louise Bell.
After long-term devotion to the original boot, I recently tried out the winter thermal series which features shearling insoles and Thinsulate lining. And they are just as comfy and practical as the original all-season styles.
Above: The waterproof Thermal Series Chelsea boot in rustic brown is £210 ($249.95). Photograph courtesy of Blundstone.
The company was founded in the nineteenth century in Hobart, Tasmania, where the firm is still based, when British immigrant John Blundstone set up a shoe business, at first importing British made Chelsea boots and then later establishing his own factory and tannery and producing his own footwear. Despite his son joining the family business, by the Great Depression, the family was forced to sell to another family, the Cuthbertsons, who had also relocated from England and set up a shoe business in the mid-nineteenth century. Their descendants are still involved in the family firm.
Above: Fellow Dixter volunteer Marc O’Neil, fashion designer turned garden designer, wears the brand’s vegan boots, which were introduced a couple of years ago. For professional site work, though, he says that the steel toe-capped boots are a requirement. Photograph courtesy of Louise Bell.
Earlier this year the New York Times suggested that the humble boots could well be the defining footwear of the early 2020s. A few months later Kate Moss was on the cover of HTSI, the Financial Times weekend magazine, in a shimmering long Missoni gown and Blundstone Originals and shared that they are her go-to boot for Glastonbury, gardening, and dog walking, too. And this is the boot’s secret power—it can segue from muddy borders to city chic in an instant.
Above: The Original Boot in stout brown is £170 ($209.95).
When Lyst published their Q3 report on the top luxury brands of 2023, it was none other than Miu Miu who knocked Loewe off its pedestal to claim the number-one slot. It’s not hard to see why. The brand has been behind some of the most viral fashion moments and must-have items for several years straight and its established itself as the go-to source material for fashion insiders and students alike. In other words, we all just want to be Miu Miu girls.
Now that the fall collection is out in the wild, it’s wielding a serious amount of influence on our collective style right now, far more than any other label, I’d say. Miu Miu has always been an arbiter of a certain youthful and quirky, if rebellious, aesthetic and this season’s harmonious blend of sultry and demure elements might just be my personal favorite yet. Delicate sheer skirts and polished pumps were offset by plain hoodies and nerdy librarian-esque eyeglasses. To me, it hits on everything the modern woman wants to be and wear—it’s cool, risqué but intelligent, and oh so charming.
I could ramble on forever about this collection, but for the sake of brevity, I’m outlining the Miu Miu fall 2023 shopping list I put together. Ahead, see the exact buys I’m adding to my cart right now to achieve the nerdy-chic mood of this runway.
Amelia Gray Hamlin has had one hell of a year. The model and daughter of former Real Housewives of Beverly Hills star Lisa Rinna and Harry Hamlin, Amelia burst onto the fashion scene with a bold look that immediately caught the eyes of fashion’s elite, putting her in the same category as household names like Kendall Jenner and those Hadid sisters. At just 22, she’s walked the runway for luxury brands like Balenciaga, Chanel, and Diesel, and recently starred in the Fall 2023 Miu Miu campaign. Clearly, her rocketing trajectory shows no signs of stopping.
Outside of fashion month and magazine spreads, she’s also made a name for herself thanks to her uniquely Y2K-inspired way of dressing. From Matrix-esque futuristic fits to looks that channel peak Hollywood socialite vibes (think: vintage Louis Vuitton x Murakami bags, baby doll tees, and transparent shield sunglasses), Amelia’s style is like opening a fun 2000s fashion vault. Just this week, she turned heads in a nipple-baring, see-through Azzedine Alaïa dress at the 2023 CFDA Awards and in an all-black leather look at Glamour‘s Women of the Year awards. So it’s no surprise she partnered with Motorola to spotlight the relaunch of the Razr, arguably one of the most iconic and stylish phones from the aughts.
Photo: Dimitrios Kambouris/Getty Images
Like the original Razr, the reimagined device is not just a phone but also a fashion accessory, with a folding OLED display that modernizes its look and ups the tech ante. (Yes, you can still sassily snap it closed to hang up a call.) The new smartphone comes in a variety of hues and finishes sure to fit your unique style. Amelia herself opts for a cool shade of blue, joking, “I actually went with the light blue instead of the light pink—shocking.”
Below, Amelia chats with StyleCaster about Y2K fashion and tech, her blossoming modeling career, and of course, the Rinna of it all.
This interview has been edited and condensed for clarity.
StyleCaster: The Motorola Razr was one of my first phones, so when I saw you partnered with the brand, I was pumped.
Amelia Gray Hamlin: OMG, mine too! I remember getting it at the Verizon store. It was black and the texture was very soft—I can’t really explain it—and then it had red accents, so it was very fitting. That’s still very much my aesthetic. Razr raised me!
SC: Is that why you chose to team up with Motorola for the relaunch of the Razr?
AGH: It’s so nostalgic for my generation, and it’s such a full-circle moment. My generation and this phone, like, we grew up together. For the reiteration of it, they did it all so beautifully. The concept is so cool and smart. It’s a smartphone that you can fold into your pocket. It does every single thing that every other phone does, and it has a major camera.
Photo: Dimitrios Kambouris/Getty Images for Glamour
SC: Because of its aesthetic, it’s almost like a fashion accessory itself.
AGH: I’m obsessed. I do have some designing inspirations [and tips] for them: maybe little shells that you can pop on in different colors. I feel like that was a thing back in the day.
SC: That was! I forgot about those.
AGH: Right?! I’m looking at mine. She’s gorg. She’s blue. It makes me really happy when I look at it. And I put little stickers on it. It’s kind of just perfect.
SC: You’re gearing up to attend Glamour’s Women of the Year Awards with Motorola. Do you have any must-do getting-ready rituals for major events?
AGH: I think I’ve started to finally enjoy the process. In the past, I’ve done everything alone. And I haven’t known my people. When you don’t know your people or what you like, it’s hard to feel comfortable in a situation like a big event where you get all dressed up. Now, I love to play dress-up. These events are so freeing and so inspiring for me because I get to choose what I want to wear, and that’s really fun.
SC: The Razr was super popular in the 2000s. What do you think of the resurgence of 2000s, Y2K-inspired style?
AGH: I’m loving. I’m bringing back tattoo chokers! Fun fact: I was actually on a Zara shoot not too long ago and the stylist knew to bring this tattoo choker—that was the end. I took that choker home with me. I’ve decided that is the new trend that we’re bringing back. Sorry if you hate it, it’s gonna happen. It’s happening. I also love all of the 2000s trends coming back because I was young and couldn’t really express myself with those trends the way that I can now. It’s major to have a resurgence and a take-two.
SC: I love that. You’ve had a crazy year, and your modeling career has just skyrocketed. Have you had pinch-me moments, or any designer runways you’ve really been excited to walk for?
AGH: Every single one. Every single moment has been a pinch-me moment. Every single designer I’ve worked for, I’ve dreamt of working for. It’s all just so insane. And I’m just so over the moon—grateful and excited. I just really love my life and everyone involved. It just makes me want to cry. I’m really lucky.
SC: Do you have other models that you look up to or turn to for inspiration in terms of your walk or poses?
AGH: I am really trying to learn to be my own inspiration. I’m trying to answer that question with me, but I can’t because I’m not totally there yet. But I think that I more so gravitate towards any ’90s supermodel—I can’t just pick one though.
SC: I like what you said about being your own inspiration.
SC: We’ve seen your mom all over fashion month this year. What’s it like to have her in the front row?
AGH: When I have her in the audience, I know that I’ll at least get, well, I think that I’ll get one really great video of myself walking. But she never seems to know when I’m coming and always gets either the girl in front of me or after me. God bless her. But you know what it feels like? It feels like growing up. I don’t know if you resonate with this, but I’m sure other people do: I was always forced to do, like, theater and plays and musicals and things like that. I think I did about 15 throughout my childhood, and my mom and dad would always come into my plays and musicals. And when she’s sitting in the audience of a show that I’m walking, it feels like my mom’s coming to my high school play or middle school musical. It’s really fun, really cute like that. And I get more nervous having her there.
Actually, my dad has never been to one of my shows. I really, really want him to, but I just know he’s gonna cry. Bless him. I’m always, like, in the lineup, super nervous being like, my mom’s in the audience. God forbid I trip in front of my mom, like, I do be tripping. Like, thank God, nobody ever sees but like, I’m human. It’s happened and if it happened in front of her I’d be really sad.
I feel like I’m just getting started and I’ve only just scratched the surface.
Amelia Gray Hamlin
SC: On RHOBH, she’s showcased her expansive fashion archive. Do you have any specific pieces that she’s passed on to you that are very treasured?
AGH: She’s given me nothing. I have absolutely nothing. She kind of forgot to archive and didn’t do it. See, in our genes, we have this really fun little OCD bug that we were bit by, from my grandma, and sometimes I think it’s easier for us to just get rid and let go and not have to deal with clutter and mess and things like that. I have that gene just as my mom does. I’m being very conscious and cognizant of keeping whatever I can physically keep so that when the time comes with my, hopefully, daughter in the future, I don’t skimp out on her.
My mom didn’t save much. She saved great dresses but I don’t know if you guys have noticed, I don’t really wear dresses like that. My favorite archive that she has is her first designer dress, which happens to be an Azzedine Alaïa that my dad got her when they first started seeing each other. It’s one of the most incredible pieces I’ve ever seen. But it would be so fun to be able to wear her vintage Levi’s and tops from when she was in high school. All of my friends wear their moms’ things. I’m gonna do that for my daughter. Thank you for nothing, mom!
SC: The casual pieces are much easier to wear than an Alaïa gown.
AGH: But I’m loving my Azzedine Alaia. I’m grateful for it. Not mine! But I will steal it.
SC: Looking towards the future, what are some of your goals? Would you ever follow in your mom’s footsteps and get into acting?
AGH: I don’t know. I think that I’ve got to check all the boxes in [modeling] before I even can comprehend checking boxes in another field. That being said, I feel like I’m just getting started and I’ve only just scratched the surface. I’m really excited for all that is to come and I’m now riding the wave, enjoying the process, seeing where it all takes me. I think it would be sick to act, but I… listen, Linda Evangelista has this major quote. She says, “I don’t want to be an actress because I can’t wear the same dress for more than a day.” And like, not no! You know? I feel like I’ve been dipping my toes in the whole acting thing with this modeling job that I have. And I’m like, damn, I really respect these actors. So we’ll see! I mean, it would be cool. I think. I think that I’m kind of good at it already. That’s sort of how I do my job now, it’s all acting. But yeah, we’ll see, won’t we?
SC: It’s acting when you’re personifying different styles for designers.
AGH: Exactly. I act every day.
SC: What advice would you share with the younger you just getting started in the industry?
AGH: I would say, Girl, chill out. Like, it’s gonna happen for you. Don’t stress, you don’t need it right now. Divine timing. You’re not ready right now. I think it was so hard for me to be patient. And I think that there’s a blessing and a curse in this life in regards to knowing what you want and dreaming at a very young age. I couldn’t understand that I wasn’t ready and that I was too young and that life brings everything when it’s supposed to happen. As woo-woo and cheesy as it may sound, like, yes, divine timing. Whatever is meant for me is never going to pass me. And I don’t have to fight and beg for something if it wasn’t even for me in the beginning.
As a so-called “crazy bag lady” by my closest fashion friends and boyfriend (who, admittedly, bares the brunt of my purse-hunting obsession with the closet space I’ve slowly taken over), I know a thing or two about purses. From $20 thrifted finds to high-street luxury buys that have taken me years to save up for, to call me anything but a handbag aficionado would be an understatement. So, when I say that next year’s biggest handbag trend will continue to be understated, sleek styles that blend seamlessly into any era of your wardrobe, you better believe me.
While handbag trends come and go, there will always be a dedicated section in my heart to timeless, “buy now, wear forever” bags that look incredibly expensive. For the most part, any bag that’s a neutral color, simple design, and sans logo will do the trick, although more and more designers are pushing the boundaries on minimalist handbags that still feel fun without being too over-the-top.
Below, browse some minimalist handbags at every price point that look incredibly luxe. If you buy more than one from this list, don’t say I didn’t warn you!
Living in New York City, I have a front-row seat to some of the world’s best dressers. Looking at runways is great, but there’s no determinate of trends better than seeing what really chic people are actually wearing. For anyone I can’t see up close and personal while perched at the corner of Mercer and Prince with a Campari spritz on the red-checkered tablecloth at Fanelli Cafe and my best outfit-scanning sunglasses atop my face, an Instagram feed full of elegant sartorialists in Paris, London, Copenhagen, Milan, and more does just fine. It’s actually kind of perfect.
Right now, the chicest thing I’m seeing—both on the streets of New York and virtually in the most notable fashion cities in the world—is a shockingly easy-to-style color combination that’s seemingly taking over the fashion world: gold and black. A great black belt with a gold buckle, point-toe black pumps with gold hardware, or an all-black ensemble with gold earrings and a matching bracelet—the styling options are endless. To prove just how elegant and effortless the pairing is, I collected nine ready to be copied outfits and dropped them below. Hop to it.
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Curves have been steadily making waves in the interior design world from bean-shaped sofas to swivel chairs and windows, but softer edges are now making their way into the kitchen too — and they just may be here to stay. In lieu of geometric shapes, some designers are opting for rounded kitchen islands, shapely drawers, and even curvy kitchen cabinets. Steering clear of harsh lines can create a more playful cooking, hosting, and entertaining space, while still elevating the room, particularly when it comes to cabinetry. So we talked to design experts about the trend, where it’s going, and how to get the look.
“I think the standard kitchen cabinets and boxiness of kitchens have gotten boring to some,” says Amber Guyton, the interior designer behind Blessed Little Bungalow. “I’m a big fan of adding curves and non-traditional, unique elements to kitchens that will give visual interest without affecting its functionality.”
Etsy Trend Expert Dayna Isom Johnson has also noticed an uptick in curves and rounded shapes when it comes to general kitchen decor like twisted candles and rounded lighting fixtures. “We started to see wavy, curvy, and relaxed edges in home decor gaining popularity late last year, and it’s only grown since,” explains Johnson. “It’s become a go-to trend because it brings together elements of fluidity, texture, and personality that can be carried out throughout the kitchen space.”
Trends come and go, so if you’re skeptical about a more rounded kitchen renovation, especially if you don’t have an open floor plan, straying from traditional clean lines may actually offer some added practicality in addition to aesthetic appeal. Guyton uses a curved cabinet — seen above — for extra storage space to store wine, barware, cookbooks, and seasonal dining decor, keeping the objects closed off from the room, but also visually open with glass doors.
“Their design facilitates efficient space utilization, particularly in corners, maximizing storage capacity in areas that might pose challenges for standard, rectangular cabinets,” explains Ginger Curtis, designer and CEO of Urbanology Designs.
Particularly with open-concept floor plans, the curves create a softer transition between spaces such as your kitchen and your living area. However, while the space will look more blended, the curvy shape will undoubtedly become the centerpiece of the room.
“Curved cabinets can also soften the overall design, fostering a welcoming atmosphere. Their high degree of customization allows for integration into various kitchen styles making them a versatile choice,” says Curtis. “A curved cabinet can serve as a focal point, drawing attention and imparting a touch of sophistication to the kitchen, showcasing an innovative and unique design choice that adds a sense of freshness and creativity.”
Despite their sophisticated beauty, curved cabinets can be a larger expense than their sleek and boxy counterparts, especially if you’re looking to get them custom made for your space. If you’re not, there are plenty of options on Amazon like this arched bookshelf, and on Urban Outfitters like this stunning storage cabinet.
There are some alternative ideas if you want to add more curves to your kitchen without doing an entire cabinetry renovation.
“If this cost is too much to swallow, consider just doing the kitchen island or a curved statement piece like a wine or china cabinet, buffet, or stools to add to the space,” suggests Guyton.
Johnson also recommends keeping the look cohesive by incorporating curvy objects like round cutting boards and circular decorative dishes. “This makes the rounded edges in the space look purposeful and pleasing to the eye — and the curvy designs add a touch of elegance,” explains Johnson. “We have a feeling that arches are going to be everywhere in 2024.” Time to ride the wave!
Cherry red has burst onto the scene as fashion’s must-have color trend this year. We’ve seen the bright, bold shade dominate in everything from bags to dresses to shoes, but perhaps the easiest (and coolest) way to wear the scarlet shade is through none other than a classic sweater. You see, red can be an intimidating hue to embrace, especially for anyone who relishes in the ease of wearing neutrals. If you’ve felt like this trend was one you wanted to try but couldn’t figure out how, a red knit just might be the answer you were looking for.
Not only is this bubbling micro-trend an easy way to dip your toe into the bold hue, but it’s also a piece that is featured in some of the coolest Instagram posts we’ve laid eyes on all fall. In fact, fashion people in cities all over the map are agreeing on this one. We charted the course of the red-sweater trend from the boulevards of Paris and the cobblestone streets of Antwerp to New York and London’s best dressed city blocks. Here, take a look at the myriad of cool styling ideas, from creative to casual, and, of course, shop our favorite red sweaters along the way, including a certain TikTok-viral cardigan that’s under $40.
Now that we’re about to enter winter, I’m examining my winter wardrobe and doing a good bit of editing. Over the last few years, I’ve tried my hand at a fair share of trends, so my lineup of boots, sweaters, and coats is currently a mishmash of clashing aesthetics, a lot of which no longer align with where my personal style is at. Not only has this made it harder to get dressed during the cooler season, but it’s also maxed out my closet space and made it that much trickier to squeeze in any new buys. With that, I sat down for a much-needed assessment and, after taking stock of my winter pieces, decided to remove six outdated winter fashion trends that no longer feel fresh. Items like lug-sole boots and printed tights that I hoarded for years are getting the boot while I set my sights on a few 2023 updates that will make all my fall ‘fits feel more aligned with where my style is at today.
Keep reading to see which staples I’m cutting out for good and which I’ll rely on to get me through the next few months.
Cats usually avoid water like it’s going out of fashion, ready to give you a warning hiss if even a drop splashes on their coats. One cat, however, has developed an obsession with water, or rather watching it.
In a video posted to Reddit with over 32,500 views, a black cat can be seen removing a book that was covering the toilet flusher, flushing the toilet, and then jumping down to put his paws on the seat to get a closer look at the swirling water.
“She likes watching the swirly toilet water, not even hiding the flusher can stop her,” reads the caption.
Despite a known dislike of water, many cat owners report that their felines have a strange obsession with their bathroom.
“To some cats, the toilet is the equivalent of a mouth-watering, bottomless drinking fountain,” write PetHelpful, “It beckons to their incomparable ability to repurpose just about anything (drapes as trapezes, fuzz as food, and antique sofas as scratching posts). It also hones their superb aptitude for balancing on extremely smooth surfaces and contorting themselves into advanced-level yoga poses.”
The swirling water might trigger a cat’s instinct to focus on movement, “either for enjoyment or for hunting,” says PetHelpful, “They may also notice reflections in the water and, other than admiring their dazzling image in them, may perceive them as something to play with.”
It could also be a wild, instinctive obsession.
“In the wild, cats were hardwired to interpret running water as safer than stagnant or still water,” they add, “The streaming, swirling sound of toilet water may sound like a river or creek to your cat and trigger her primal side.”
Another reason cats may love coming into the bathroom with you is because when you’re in there alone, it’s a closed door the contents of which your cat is obsessed with exploring.
A stock image of a cat sitting on top of a toilet. A cat who loves watching the water flush away has gone viral on Reddit. AMphotography/Getty Images
Similarly, once they’ve followed you in there, you’re trapped and temporarily staying in one place, so it’s the perfect time to bug you for attention.
“The cat seems to know you are ‘trapped’ in there for at least a few minutes and that it’ll be easy to get your attention,” reports The Spruce Pets, “It also may be that your cat can tell you are not distracted by the television, a book, work, or some other activity. You are there doing nothing too serious, able to return the love and attention they give you.”
“One of my cats is like this, but she hasn’t figured out the flushing handle yet. She will always follow me into the bathroom just to see the toilet flush,” commented one user. “Wouldn’t that qualify as tool use? That sounds like a really smart cat!” said another.
Newsweek has reached out to Jordens21 via Reddit for comment.
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If you speak to any fashion editor about the dresses on their current wish list, they’ll likely bring up some iteration of a halter-neck midi dress. The style has been gaining momentum for a while now, in large part due to Matthieu Blazy’s Bottega Veneta collections, which have included the silhouette in a variety of colors and fabrications. Nipped-in waists, bubble hems, fringe details, and voluminous skirts are also features of his halter-neck frocks. Of course, an off-the-runway Bottega Veneta dress isn’t exactly within everyone’s budgets, and with the dress style in question trending right now, there isn’t a ton of time to save up. Fortunately, I just stumbled upon a $75 alt that checks off similar trend boxes without the rather large investment.
The dress in question comes courtesy of H&M’s latest fall drop and is a black V-neck halter dress with an A-line shape and a fringed jacquard-pattern skirt. Did I mention that it’s $75 and fully stocked? There’s only one catch that I can think of, and that’s the high likelihood of it selling out as soon as the masses find it hidden in the brand’s nearly 1000-item new-arrivals section. That’s why I made it extra easy to snag by linking straight to the dress below. You’re welcome.
Scroll down to shop the frock you genuinely need if Bottega Veneta is your vibe but H&M is your budget.
We’re not out of the Y2K woods just yet. In fact, the decade’s influence isn’t waning—it’s just shifting gears to items that are new to us in the 2020s. One such item is capri pants, a divisive piece that’s about to have a huge comeback if the spring 2024 runways have anything to say about it (which they do). Spotted at major brands such as Ferragamo and 3.1 Phillip Lim and indie labels like Mirror Palais and Sandy Liang, its impact is inevitable.
I find capris an intriguing item because they’re almost so traditionally “ugly” that they’re cool in a nostalgic kind of way and I’ve already been test-driving the look. Per the runways, I’m styling a pair of simple black capri leggings with kitten heels and a statement top but since adding an affordable pair from Urban Outfitters to my closet, I’ve since been inspired to style them in many more creative ways.
Controversial? Yes. Stylish? Absolutely. Ahead, see how I’m styling my capri pants because the ’00s trend is absolutely heading back into style for spring 2024.
A Mississippi woman has found herself with a new frequent guest after the local tomcat began making regular appearances in her home via the doggy door.
Stephanie had observed the elusive tomcat wandering around her neighborhood for approximately a year, often spotted loitering in her carport. However, it wasn’t until the end of October that she realized the feline intruder had made himself at home indoors, too.
“I noticed cat prints on my fridge around the 27th October, but officially saw him on the 31st,” she told Newsweek.
Pictures of the stray tomcat that has made himself a frequent fixture at a home in Mississippi. “I’m starting to think my dog was in on it too,” the homeowner joked. VintageBlazers/Reddit
“I’m starting to think my dog was in on it too because she was way too comfortable with him from the start,” Stephanie laughed. Her dog, it seems, had no qualms about the uninvited guest in the house.
The unnamed black and white tomcat keeps making himself at home, even sitting on top of Stephanie’s knee and curling up near her dog.
Though Stephanie remains uncertain about how to handle the situation, she’s considering some proactive steps. “I mean honestly, I’m not sure what I will do,” she said. “[I’ll] definitely get him neutered and any vaccines, and flea and tick prevention. He seems trusting, but it’s a different game when the cat carrier comes out, so we will see.”
While trying to figure out her next steps, she took to Reddit‘s r/cats community to ask for advice.
“So this big guy has figured out my dog door and has been squatting in my house,” she said on Reddit, alongside two pictures of the adorable culprit. “He’s clearly being fed and is adorable, but I don’t want him hanging in my house.”
“I reached out to Reddit because, well, I’m a big Redditor, so why not,” she explained. “I’ve never dealt with this, and the great thing about the internet is I know someone else has. Responses have been very helpful and also funny and cute.”
The post quickly gained attention, accumulating more than 9,000 upvotes and hundreds of comments from people sharing their feline visitor experiences and offering suggestions for what she can do next.
“First thing I’d do is have words with the dog. The whole ‘protect the house’ things seems to have fallen off his radar,” joked Reddit user Meatrocket_Wargasm. While user Bryllant said it was just time for Stephanie to accept that she had a cat now: “Congratulations, you have been selected by an awesome cat.”
“You’re a guest in his home now,” agreed dxing2.
St2826 advised: “[The first] step is to take him to your vet to see if he is chipped, if not you could then get him neutered so he doesn’t spray your house—it will also be so good for him, no more fighting over the ladies and lots of health benefits.
“You could set him up with a nice little house of his own outside and feed him there in the hope he won’t come inside your house?” she added. “A doggy door with a chip so only pooch can get inside? But your best option would be to accept you have been chosen and let him live a happy comfy life with you.”
With the help of online strangers, Stephanie is determined to find a harmonious solution for herself and her new feline friend, who has gained a place in hearts all over the internet.
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Remember a few years ago when the cool thing to do was pile on a ton of delicate jewelry pieces every day? If you ask me, it was a bit tedious, and I’m happy to see that the tide has changed—for now, at least. Given that bold statement jewelry has become the norm, it’s no surprise that the type of rings that we’re all wearing has evolved.
When it comes to jewelry, it’s been all about big, bold ’80s-inspired earrings as of late, but we’d be remiss not to discuss what’s happening on fashion people’s hands. Instead of the delicate, paper-thin rings that used to be the thing to wear, I’m seeing a lot more chunky, sculptural, imperfect rings—as if they were hand-molded. Even better if the rings are worn on multiple fingers on both hands. This may have once been considered “too much”, but now it looks just right. Keep scrolling to see the multiple chunky rings look IRL and shop rings for your own collection.
