Being Outside Is Good For Your Body and Mind — Here’s Why
Modern life has made it much easier to become “an indoor cat” than an outdoor one. Days spent migrating from one screen to the next — from the computer to the TV to a late-night iPhone scroll session in bed — are far more common than those spent immersed in nature. This feels less than […]
The Chicest Bracelets for Women (All Under $100)
Photography via Launchmetrics.com/spotlightYou needn’t break the bank to curate a stylish stack of accessories. By Natalie Michie Date December 14, 2023 Facebook Twitter The secret to an elevated personal style? Having a well-adorned wrist. Bracelets for women are key to optimizing your accessory game. And while some bands can run you hundreds of dollars, there […]
Water Is Life — Here Are 11 Simple Ways to Drink More of It
It’s not always easy to drink as much H20 as is recommended on a daily basis, especially when there are so many delicious beverage alternatives — hello, soda — readily available for thirst-quenching purposes. At the end of a marathon or on a hot day in the sun, water may look like, well, a tall […]
12 Beauty Products Inspired by Peach Fuzz, Pantone’s 2024 Colour of the Year
Photography courtesy of launchmetrics.com/spotlightWhy think pink when you can think peach? By Lauren Knowles Date December 13, 2023 Facebook Twitter As predicted by Pantone’s highly anticipated Colour of the Year announcement, 2024 will be the year of “Peach Fuzz.” “A warm and cozy shade highlighting our desire for togetherness with others and the feelings this […]
Your Old T-Shirts Aren’t Cutting It — Shop the Best Pajamas For Better Sleep
Neurologists say we spend about a third of our lives sleeping (or trying to) . . . so why are our pajamas so bad? That threadbare T-shirt you’ve been wearing since high school or cute-but-scratchy set could be sabotaging your slumber — and the potential consequences are enough to keep you up at night. Sleep […]
Here’s What Makes Burberry’s Latest Vanilla-Forward Fragrance So Unique
Photography courtesy of BurberryGoddess Eau de Parfum proves that some wheels can still be reinvented. By Souzan Michael Galway Date December 13, 2023 Facebook Twitter “Fragrance affects everyone,” says Emma Mackey. “It’s a chemical thing.” The Sex Education and Barbie actor is the face of Goddess, the latest addition to Burberry’s fragrance family. Twenty-seven-year-old Mackey […]
How I’m Prioritizing My Mental Health This Sala Season
The holiday season, particularly around Noche Buena (Christmas Eve) and Christmas Day, carries a bittersweet quality — regardless of whether you spend it in solitude or the hustle and bustle of family gatherings. There’s something undeniably special about gathering with family and relatives during this time. I look forward to the warmth of their company, […]
The Most Viral Fashion Moments of 2023
Graphic by Danielle CampbellMuch can be said about this year’s head-turning fashion. Let us discuss. By Natalie Michie Date December 12, 2023 Facebook Twitter Say what you will about the past 12 months, but at least they weren’t boring. We had trend-setting events, à la Beyoncé’s Renaissance phenomenon. There were quieter cultural resets, like Selena […]
Women’s Healthcare Needs to Do Better — Gabrielle Union Has Some Ideas
Gabrielle Union hasn’t made a New Year’s resolution in decades. Instead, you can find her queuing up an ’80s soft-rock playlist and setting fresh intentions at her family’s annual vision board party. “I usually have the aux on that day, which is to everyone’s dismay,” Union tells POPSUGAR in a recent interview, pulling up her […]
These Are the Best Winter Boots to Step Out In This Season
Photography via launchmetrics.com/spotlightConquer the slushy streets in style-meets-function footwear. By Jillian Vieira Date December 12, 2023 Facebook Twitter Winter boots have come a long way from their strictly utilitarian builds. Realizing that some of us (ahem, Canadians) deal with the cold season for nearly half the year, designers have stepped it up on the style […]
This Festive Dance Cardio Session Encourages a Little Family-Friendly Competition
A fun, family-friendly workout set to holiday music? Yes, please. “This is my dream come true, this class,” says fitness instructor Rachel McClusky before diving straight into the full 10-minute session. This full-body workout is quick, high-energy, and the perfect way to spend some quality time with family members throughout the holiday season. You’ll start […]
Everything To Know About The Latest Drama with Selena Gomez
Photography by Getty ImagesThe singer and actress found herself in some hot water over the weekend after details about her new relationship status were revealed. By Stephanie Davoli Date December 11, 2023 Facebook Twitter No one does social media drama quite like Selena Gomez. The singer has been known to announce Instagram hiatuses that she […]
Inside Out Is Holding Space for Queer Film
Photography by Albert Hoang (@callmealbs)Preserving 2SLGBTQ+ art is more important than ever — this Toronto event did so in style. By Natalie Michie Date December 11, 2023 Facebook Twitter Nothing bonds us like a good story. Total strangers can come together over shared feelings brought on by a piece of art, thus shifting the attitudes […]
Pinterest Predicts the Top 2024 + More Fashion News
Image courtesy of PinterestPlus, Canada Goose announces a multi-year partnership with Giants of Africa. By Sarah Mariotti Date December 8, 2023 Facebook Twitter Pinterest reveals its 2024 trend predictions Image courtesy of Pinterest Want a peek into the future? Pinterest Predicts 2024 has just been released and it’s got the scoop on emerging trends. For […]
15 Houseware Gifts for the Cozy Homebody
Graphic by Kayleen DicuangcoElevate their abode with comforting picks that cast let’s-stay-in appeal. By Jillian Vieira Date October 18, 2023 Facebook Twitter Some might call it a homebody; we like to say “curator of a cozy abode” or “the friend who literally never feels FOMO.” (Sounds pretty nice, right?) From a high-tech air purifier to […]
How to Have the *Best* First Time in Paris
The author on a boat on the Seine river. (Photography by Jennifer Berry)Courtesy of a bona fide fashion girlie. By Jennifer Berry Date December 9, 2023 Facebook Twitter What if I told you that I, Jennifer Berry, a fashion-obsessed, Champagne-sipping, certified pain au chocolat aficionado waited an appalling four decades before visiting Paris, France for […]
Alexa Chung Doesn’t Own a Full-Length Mirror
Alexa Chung at the Chanel Métiers d’Art 2024 show. Copyright CHANELHere, the perennial It girl talks to ‘FASHION’ about style at 40, plus 20 of her most memorable looks. By Bernadette Morra Date December 8, 2023 Facebook Twitter What’s this? Style icon and perennial It girl Alexa Chung doesn’t own a full-length mirror? How does […]
Why We Need to Stop Comparing “Gym Bodies” and “Pilates Bodies”
In one TikTok video, footage of a thin woman in a one-piece bathing suit transitions to a video of the same woman, now proudly displaying her buns of steel in a thongkini: “POV: you traded Pilates for real weight training,” the voiceover and on-screen caption says. Implied here, of course, is that this creator “transformed” […]
Chanel Takes Over Manchester With the 2024 Métiers d’Art Show
Copyright CHANELThe region’s notable rock and roll and genteel vibes made a unique backdrop for the classic Parisian label. By Bernadette Morra Date December 8, 2023 Facebook Twitter You can’t blame Alexa Chung for getting all fan girl-y over Virginie Viard, the creative director of Chanel. Chung was meeting Viard for the first time at […]
Men’s Beauty Brand Obayaty Is Here + More Beauty News
Photography Courtesy of Instagram.com/obayaty_officialPlus, Glossier and Starface collaborate on a collection of cutesy pink pimple patches. By Lauren Knowles Date December 8, 2023 Facebook Twitter Obayaty is shaking up the world of men’s beauty Are we on the precipice of a new era of men’s beauty? Deliberately developed for men, celebrity-backed beauty brand Obayaty has […]
Your New Favorite Leggings Are Waiting — And They’re Under $10
If you’re anything like us, leggings are your most-worn item in your wardrobe. Working from home? Pull on leggings and a sweatshirt. Taking the dog for a walk? Leggings it is. And, yes, obviously, yoga practice, HIIT class, lifting session — leggings are a no-brainer. The only problem is, a closet full of leggings for […]
A Game-Changing Black Eyeliner Hack and More TikTok Beauty Tips
Photography courtesy of launchmetrics.com/spotlightFrom fighting frizz using a satin scarf to Katie Jane Hughes’ face base priming technique, here are 5 beauty tricks I learned on TikTok this month. By Lauren Knowles Date December 7, 2023 Facebook Twitter As we near the end of the year, it’s safe to say that some of the best […]
Why Jumping Rope Is Exactly the Kind of Cardio You Need
Thinking of adding a jump rope into your fitness routine? Jumping rope is a great way to add cardio and break a sweat, even if you only have a few minutes. It’s also easy to do at home or outdoors, and the equipment takes up no space at all. Jumping rope may conjure up memories […]
Elegant Gift Ideas for the Quiet Luxury Lover
Graphic by Kayleen DicuangcoWardrobe winners made for the minimalist mover. By Jillian Vieira Date October 17, 2023 Facebook Twitter Got a quiet luxury devotee on your to-buy-for list? We all know the type: drawn to the finer things but never flashy, prefers a clean line with a muted colour palette, and perpetually has Sofia Richie […]
What Does It Really Mean to Engage Your Core?
“You have to engage your core.” There’s an ongoing joke in my house that working your core will fix just about any issue. As a former Pilates instructor, this is my go-to fix-it line. Back pain? Engage your core. Knees hurt going downstairs? Engage your core. Trouble memorizing irregular Spanish verbs? Engage your core. The […]
8 Holiday Eye Makeup Looks That Sparkle and Shine
Photography courtesy of launchmetrics.com/spotlightFrom glittery sugar plum fairy eyelids to red ribbon eyeliner. By Lauren Knowles Date December 6, 2023 Facebook Twitter Sparkle season is upon us! While we’ll no doubt be slipping into sequin-encrusted dresses, tying our hair up into chic chignons and sporting crimson lips, extra attention must be paid to the eyes, […]
How to Do a Pilates Burpee For a Serious Ab Burn (With or Without a Reformer)
Love ’em or hate ’em, there’s a reason burpees are a mainstay in many HIIT classes — the exercise works nearly every muscle group in your bod in a single move. “When done correctly, the burpee can have incredible health benefits,” Grace Taylor, PT, DPT, previously told POPSUGAR. “They activate many muscles, including the glutes, […]
I Tried Wearing Red Tights for a Week
Graphic by Kayleen DicuangcoWhere’s the line between in-the-know fashion girlie and overzealous elf? My findings below. By Natalie Michie Date December 6, 2023 Facebook Twitter In life, being nosy takes you places. They’re not always good places, but they’re interesting nonetheless. Case in point: My relentless inquisitiveness recently brought me into the hotly debated fashion […]