Mandy Moore wants to go big for her honeymoon. And by big, we mean high. And by high, we mean she wants to hike Mount Kilimanjaro, which is the highest mountain in Africa, located in Tanzania.
"That’s a bucket list item — maybe on the next hiatus," Moore told Shape magazine of her plans to hike the mountain. You can find her on the cover of the January issue of the mag. "I’ve already told Taylor that I may incorporate it into the honeymoon."
Mount Kilimanjaro is 19,341 feet high and is classified as an extreme-altitude mountain trek. Hikers have to trek for five to nine days to reach the top and prepare accordingly, as altitude sickness can occur without proper preparation. Back on the closer-to-sea levels of Moore's world, though, life is beautifully normal.
"My man and I found a house and are doing renovations," Moore said of her pre-wedding plans. "When we move, I’ll feel like I finally have a place to hang my hat. We can set up the record player! I’ll know where my brown sweater is! And we can start a family, hopefully sooner rather than later, and establish our own traditions."
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Moore and her fiancé, Taylor Goldsmith, got engaged in September. The couple dated for two years before Goldsmith popped the question.
Moore said she plans to marry Goldsmith in a small, low-key wedding ceremony.
"I feel like I eloped before, and I think I'll probably keep it very small again," Moore explained on Today. I've never been the girl that wanted to wear a white dress. No judgment, but it's not for me. I think it'll be just as small with family and friends. Quiet, no bridal magazines for me."
Moore was previously married to musician Ryan Adams from 2009 to 2016.
Moore told Peopleat the time of her separation, "I wasn’t a participant in my own life for awhile. I poured so much of myself into my personal life and when that wasn’t as fruitful as I hoped it would be and I extricated myself from that situation, I was able to realize I wasn’t honoring myself and my dreams and what I wanted in life."
As 2017 draws to a close, it becomes increasingly impossible not to look toward next year and what it may bring. And if you're in the market for a home makeover or are just an interior design junkie, the pressing question on your mind is likely what 2018's top interior design trends will be.
Of course, the prevailing interior design trends any given year are a barometer of society's current mood. Accordingly, it's no great wonder that after a year marked by political, environmental and societal unrest, 2018 is shaping up to dominated by trends that make us feel safe and happy and let us focus on self-awareness.
We asked an interior designer to share her predictions for the year's best trends and added a few of our own for good measure. Here are six you'll undoubtedly see flooding your Instagram feed in 2018.
1. The new neutrals
I think we can all agree pale gray had a serious moment in 2017. While that muted hue isn't likely to disappear overnight, the "new" neutrals will incorporate even more classic colors. "Neutrals with whites and creams will live on, and I think we will see hardware turn towards irons and blacks," interior designer Ana Peterson of Indigo Studio and Design in Charleston, South Carolina, told us.
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Speaking of black, the inky hue will take center stage. On walls, dark shades like Glidden's 2018 Color of the Year, Deep Onyx, will imbue spaces with a cozy, serene vibe. We predict matte black accessories will also be stealing the scene — they pop against the whites and creams foretold by Peterson, and they also pair perfectly with popular brass finishes.
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2. Fun pops of color
Just because walls will tend more toward light and dark neutrals doesn't mean interior design in 2018 will be devoid of color. In fact, pops of saturated colors will show up everywhere: from accents to appliances. Bold blues, greens, pinks, reds, turquoises and more offer a beautiful contrast to the more minimalist neutrals of white and black. This trend is already manifesting in top brands like Grohe, whose new Essence kitchen faucet comes with a spout in myriad colors like orange and pink.
Arguably in reaction to the seeming influx of natural disasters and political focus on climate change, there will be even more emphasis in the new year on natural and sustainable materials. Wood, in particular, will continue its rise in prominence. This also echoes our need for tranquil spaces in the home, as wood offers inherent warmth.
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Sharing the spotlight should also be cement. Hello, industrial loft chic! But in addition to its natural good looks, cement boasts a ton of attributes, including eco-friendly low-carbon construction and energy efficiency.
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4. Pattern play
Some trends are driven by advances in technology. A prime example? "I think people are discovering the fun of removable wallpapers — so fun, not permanent, easy to DIY and a bold statement," explained Peterson. Because removable wallpaper has evolved so much in terms of options and actual ease of use, homeowners are much more likely to experiment. The pattern of choice for 2018, suggests Peterson, will be bold geometric prints.
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5. Minimalism-meets-hygge
Millennials are definitely doing their part to steer interior design trends, and what they currently crave are spaces that are aesthetically pleasing but also pleasing to the senses. So, minimalism meets hygge, ya dig?
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Built around principles borrowed from Denmark and Sweden, this style is at once airy and unfussy. It's clean and streamlined, but it is also inviting. A room embracing these ideas might be a clever mix of art deco furniture pieces with faux-fur throws and chunky knit pillows.
"Lastly, I think personalization of space," Peterson shared with us. "Think Etsy, local artist, handmade and custom pieces. Folks want their homes to reflect them — not a magazine cover." We predict these artisanal touches will also include an uptick in globally influenced items. As focus shifts even further toward things that are experiential as opposed to consumerist, interior design will further reflect our love for places, cultures and travel in general.
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A shining example of this trend can be seen in Sherwin-Williams' 2018 Color of the Year, Oceanside. According to Sue Wadden, the company's director of color marketing, "People today have a growing sense of adventure, and it is making its way into even the coziest corners of our homes. We are craving things that remind us of bright folklore, like mermaids and expeditions across continents. 'Oceanside' is the color of wanderlust right in our own homes."
Survivor has crowned its 35th millionaire. After a surprise fire-making twist was introduced to the game, Ben Driebergen found himself in the final three and won enough jury votes to claim the top title on Heroes vs. Healers vs. Hustlers. What are his plans for the money? Which game move does he think was the most important one he made? Ben revealed all that and more in our one-on-one red carpet interview at the finale in Hollywood.
SheKnows: Congratulations, Ben! You just won a million bucks! What is going through your mind right now?
Ben Driebergen: Thank you so much. It's a great feeling. This is gonna help my family, my wife and my kids for the future. It's gonna be awesome.
SK: Did you know you were going to win?
BD: You have the good feelings, but you also have feelings that you lost, too. Everybody has those feelings. I think all three of us had feelings that we won. I think all three of us had feelings that we lost. I was never confident that I won, though. When the second vote came in for Chrissy I thought I lost. I really did.
SK: What is it like sitting on stage in front of millions of people with the stress of not knowing if you had won the money?
BD: I don't know if you saw it on camera, but my neck was shaking. I was trying to hold hands. It was such a nerve-racking feeling. I've never had my head shake like that. I was like, "Just calm down and breathe." It was crazy. For me to get the votes, it was amazing. Those guys are awesome.
SK: Your back was against the wall constantly. When it seemed like your time was finally over, a fire-making twist was tossed into the game and you were able to land in the final three.
BD: I didn't know the fire-making challenge was gonna happen until Chrissy pulled her advantage out. It was one more try to get back into the game. I went into it with guns blazing. I had no other way. To battle against Devon, he's amazing. I wouldn't have wanted it any other way. Head-to-head against him makes it worth it.
SK: I have attended 23 finales and I've never heard such a strong positive reaction toward any contestant. The live studio audience definitely wanted you to win and cheered every time you made it one step further. Could you hear the crowd?
BD: Yeah. It was kind of a surreal moment with the cameras and microphones. It's all new. To be up on stage and have that loud of a crowd was such a good feeling. The fans have been awesome. It's been a trip because I'm a fan. I have fans come up to me, but I'm just one of them. It's awesome.
SK: It did seem like if you didn't win, the fans may have walked out of the finale early if they were allowed.
BD: That's surprising. Going back and watching it, there are some times I wasn't too proud of. We're human. That's the thing about all of this. We're all human. We're parents. We're husbands. We're mothers. We have flaws. Name one person who doesn't have a flaw. To have that kind of support from people I don't even know who have watched me on TV, I'm so grateful. I'm humbled. It's amazing.
SK: Is there one move that you think solidified you winning the game?
BD: Lauren and I were one and two. We would wake up every morning, sit out on the log before everyone else and talk about our kids. We talked about life while taking turns keeping the fire stoked all night. She literally was my ride or die. Being able to see her as a bigger threat and not just my friend, taking her out when I did it would probably be my biggest move.
SK: A big part of your Survivor story surrounded your life with PTSD. What has it been like for you to bring attention to PTSD?
BD: Vets go through a lot. PTSD is a real thing. A lot of vets are worried about how that's perceived outside. Some think it's a sign of weakness. But that's in your head. It's not. It's a natural reaction. If I can help one vet out, it's all worth it. We've been through a lot. We will be brothers for life.
SK: Have you been approached by any viewers who also deal with PTSD?
BD: A lot of fans have reached out and contacted me through social media with words of support. "Hey, we're right there with you. Thank you for bringing this to attention. If we can help this be more visible, it's all worth it."
SK: How did you get on the show?
BD: I applied. I sent in a video. Old school. My wife and I are big fans. We watch the show every Wednesday. The kids go in mom and dad's room and have movie night. We drink wine and watch Survivor. She told me to make a video and put your money where your mouth is. I made a video and I got a call.
SK: What are you going to spend the $1 million on?
BD: We're gonna save it. We're gonna pay off our debt. No more credit card debt. We're gonna pay off the house and put some money away for our kids and college. Education is a big deal. We're gonna figure out how we can make the money work for us instead of spending it. We want to be smart about this.
Are you happy Ben won the game? Join the conversation and leave a comment in the section below.
Let it be known right here and now that Anna Faris is still funny as anything post-Chris Pratt and delivering solid comedy gold as she has always done in her films. When it comes to stealing the spotlight, Faris knows how to do it well and she manages to do it perfectly in the first trailer for the remake of Overboard. We've heard details of the planned remake for a little while, but now we get to see what the final product actually looks like with the first full-length trailer.
From the beginning of the trailer, it's clear this movie is all about Faris' character, Kate. A single mom working multiple jobs and facing eviction, she's a woman who will do dang near anything in order to keep her head above water, even if that means taking a gig cleaning the carpets on a yacht owned by the insanely wealthy and insanely priggish playboy Leonardo (played by Mexican action star Eugenio Derbez). When Leonardo accidentally falls over the side of his yacht and knocks his head so hard he forgets who he is, Kate sees it as an opportunity to get back at him for all the times he was terrible to her, so she goes to pick him up from the hospital and poses as his wife. From the trailer, it looks like suburban normalcy and Leonardo do not go together one bit.
While Derbez is more than capable of delivering some comedic zingers, it's Faris who brings some real lightness and energy to the film (at least, that's what I can tell from the trailer). It looks like she's going to be in her element in this gender-swapped remake (Kurt Russell played her role in the original film while Goldie Hawn played the role Derbez now plays) as her character toys with Leonardo in order to exact her revenge. And of course, the best moment in the trailer is one of Kate's lines: "Rich people! They get away with everything!"
I don't know about you, but I am so ready for this movie to hit theaters. Luckily, the wait won't be too, too long since Overboard's release is set for April 20, 2018.
It's weird that we pay so close attention to how our dogs smell, right? Puppy breath. Frito paws. Wet dog. Some smells are more pleasant than others, and every dog is capable of smelling bad, especially if they get into some food they're not supposed to have (we see that trash can you knocked over, Rover.) But some breeds are just built stinkier than others, and there's nothing they can do to help it. No matter how frequently you wash them, they have a certain odor that won't go away.
If you're sensitive to smells or sensitive to other people's sense of smell, there are some surefire bets on dogs that smell pretty good... as far as dogs go.
1. Poodle
The experts at PetPlace.com recommend poodles for people who prefer dogs that naturally have low odor. These fluffy pups come in three sizes, from toy poodles that are ideal for apartment dwellers to the standard poodles that love larger accommodations, and have a hypoallergenic coat that may reduce allergic reactions.
2. Bichon frise
Another dog that tends to be a good breed for allergy sufferers, the bichon is a low- to no-odor dog that doesn't shed much but requires regular brushing. These playful pups also have a load of energy and love physical activity.
Lassie had more going for her than being a loyal life-saver. She was also a collie, a clean breed pleasantly noted for not having a doggy odor. Keep in mind, though, that collies do shed and need regular brushing.
A version of this article was originally published in September 2013.
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4. Basenji
The basenji is an ideal pet for the dog lover who wants a breed that is quiet and easy on the nose. Basenjis, also known as the barkless dog, are energetic canines with a short coat that needs minimal grooming and doesn't have the typical doggy odor.
5. Maltese
These graceful, gorgeous pups have a full-body mane of hair that needs regular brushing, but they are easy on the nose and considered a clean dog breed. Their small size and gentle spirit make them ideal companion dogs.
6. Beagle
According to the American Kennel Club, beagles are one of the most popular dogs in the United States. If you, too, are a "Snoopy" fan and want a dog with no odor and low-maintenance grooming, beagles will make you a happy camper.
The experts at WhosYaDoggy.com classify Boston terriers as having little to no odor. This small, gentle dog requires a minimal amount of grooming and makes a great house pet.
Described by the American Kennel Club as energetic, cocky and animated, Poms are easy on the nose and delightfully eager to please their pet parents. Though they are energetic, because of their small size they don't require much exercise.
These bright, alert, and high-energy dogs don't stink, but their long, luxe coat needs regular brushing to prevent mats. Make sure you have plenty of room and exercise for this fluffy, huggable pup.
10. Dalmatian
Another low- to no-odor breed according to WhosYaDoggy.com, dalmatians, the iconic "firehouse dog," are intelligent, high-energy dogs that thrive in a family environment. Keep in mind that they do need regular exercise and brushing to minimize shedding.
An extra tip: Minimize the doggy odor
Regardless of breed, any dog can emit an unpleasant or strong odor, according to Kathryn Barkley, grooming salon manager at Petco in Encinitas, California. She recommends regular bathing and grooming, as well as feeding your furry friend a high-quality dog food. "A lower-quality food that contains a lot of fillers can often make a dog smell bad because the odors come out through the skin and coat," she explains. "In addition, feeding a formula with fish can sometimes make a pet's coat have a slight fish odor."
They didn't win Survivor: Heroes vs. Healers vs. Hustlers, but they're happy Ben Driebergen did. SheKnows talked with the four finale finalists on the red carpet about their thoughts on Ben taking the $1 million prize. Plus, we squeaked in a few extra questions about the game with each of them, too. Enjoy!
Chrissy Hofbeck (runner-up)
On truly not knowing who was going to win before the final votes were revealed:
We genuinely had no idea who was going to win. Jeff gives us a little talk beforehand and says, "We want to keep the integrity of this game. Jury don't tell your votes. Finalists, don't ask your votes." We all respected that request. Coming in, I did feel it was between Ben and I. Ben and I, we both played awesome games. They were very different games. It just depended on which game spoke to each jury member. Ben and I even tried to count the votes up as to who got what, but we had no idea. It was OK. I felt that I played a great game. He felt he played a great game. It always works out.
As I watched the show and saw all of Ben's personal content about being a veteran, winning the money for his family and sending his kid to college, as I saw that I kind of felt like it was going to go his way. He got so much personal content. Ryan and I did not.
Her reaction to watching Ben win the fire-making challenge:
My look of surprise, horror, sadness actually wasn't that Ben was winning. It was that my heart was breaking for Devon. Devon got the short straw that he had to even be in that and that twist even existed. When I saw him trying to make the fire, my heart was breaking for him. Here's the thing, you come into this game and you honestly fall in love with all of these people. I was just in love with all of these people. I just saw Devon's heart breaking as he was doing that. That was the hard part for me. At the end of the day, Ben and I had this very complex relationship since the beginning. He's awesome. I don't know. It's all fine.
Her thoughts on Ben finding all those hidden Idols and why they didn't follow him around:
Some of it, I think, was the edit. I don't think that Ben was necessarily off all day and we were laying in the shelter all day. It was hard to keep track of people all the time. In my case, sometimes I didn't want to be running around after Ben because I might of had Immunity and figured I'm safe. When you're only getting a half a cup of rice a day, sometimes you don't want to. I don't know. It is what is. We all made a million mistakes. Should we have followed Ben around? I don't know. I personally didn't need any of those Idols because I had Immunity every time. I'm not beating myself up over it. Ben is wonderful. The guy had a knack for being a magnet to Idols.
On losing her job to be on Survivor:
I lost my job for this. That, too, was a gift. I came back from the experience. Now I'm just really enjoying the time with my kids. My kids are big. I have a kid in college and two in high school. I don't have much time left with them. So it's really nice now to be doing the mom thing again and driving them around to their sports and going to all of their sports, helping them with their homework and all the things I didn't necessarily have time for.
Ryan Ulrich (3rd place)
On Ben winning the game:
Ben is a phenomenal winner. Ben could go toe to toe with any Survivor player that has ever played the game. He's so likable. He's so social. He's so smart. He's good in challenges. In team challenges, he really carried a lot of those wins. Ben's a great Survivor player, but he's an ever better guy. People recognize that. I recognized it. I think everybody at home watching can see it, too. I love Ben. I love him like a brother. Me and Ben are buddies for life.
Why he had no faith the jury would vote for him to win:
That was over back in May. First of all, the fire challenge was not beneficial to me whatsoever. Chrissy won the Immunity, so she gets to put Ben on the jury. Devon had to make the fire, so he gets to put Ben on the jury [had he won] and I'm being taken to the end. I think Jeff used that exact phrasing. I was like, "Dang. That is not looking good on me." Even though I built the bonds on Devon and Chrissy. That was rough. I think I'm well-spoken, and I thought I could appeal to the jury. Hiding the plate from Joe with the clue, they didn't know about. I don't think they knew about the super Idol specifically, so I had moves. I swung Devon back over. I knew Ben won. That was the theme. You go to the end with Ben, you were not going to win Survivor. Anybody who goes to the end with Ben, not just me and Chrissy, you're gonna lose. That's what happened.
Why final Tribal Council was such a tough night for him:
It was three and half hours. What was seen? Like eight minutes? I think it's a better format for people to pitch their case, but at the end of the day people don't change their votes. People go in set wanting to vote for somebody and then they vote for them. You saw just how that happened. Desi opened by saying I didn't really have a shot. Desi had been out of the game for 19 days. Come on. Do you know everything that happened? You were in the minority alliance along with Joe and Cole. It was a tough night. I think people on the jury still wanted credit for things. It's tough when you're trying to get credit and the jury is like, "No. That was my move." I would've had a shot without Ben in the finals.
Why he believed his argument to win the game was actually the strongest of the final three:
I think Ben played better strategically. I think Chrissy, obviously, played better physically. I do think I made better arguments to win than them. People told me when we got to Ponderosa that I won that final Tribal. Between me and Chrissy it got heated in the final Tribal. Heated. They didn't show that. Ben was saying I would talk about iced coffee. It never really got personal, though. When you want something so bad and you get to the end and you're like, "Here's my shot." Then someone says, "Nobody's really thinking about voting for you." Tough night.
On the item he wants to get from the show:
The coolest thing I probably have are the instructions to the Idol. That's in a frame. Because Devon voted for me, I kind of want that vote. You voted for me to win Survivor.
On his passion for turtlenecks:
I'm in law school, and a lot of people wear turtlenecks. Do I wear turtlenecks every day of my life? No. But if I'm dressing up or put my best outfit on, for better or worse, it's a turtleneck.
Devon Pinto (4th place)
On Ben winning the game:
The right person won. Ben deserves the million. I'm super happy for him and his family.
Why he voted for Ryan to win:
I started the game with Ryan. We were buddies since day one. We just have a connection, and I just had to vote for him. I've got a soft spot in my heart for him. I knew it was a long shot that he'd win because I had a feeling Ben would win. I just wanted to put my vote down for my guy, Ryan.
His thoughts on whether or not the fire-making twist was fair:
It might not have been fair, but Survivor is not a fair game. Life isn't a fair game, either. There's lots of shit that happens in life that I think is totally unfair and I would like to change, but there's only so much one can do.
I knew as soon as Ben got a flame I was pretty much done. Once you have that flame that's all you need. It's not hard to build a big fire once you have a flame. The hard part is getting that initial flame. I didn't give up. I kept striking that flint as hard as I could to get a flame. It didn't end up happening, but I didn't give up and I'm proud of that. We were probably doing it five minutes before Ben started his fire. He's a great fire maker. He's a great outdoorsman. The better man won.
How he got on the show:
I applied with my mom. My grandpa filmed it. I would've loved to gone on with her, but it ended up just being me. My mom was just as stoked for me. Hopefully we'll get to play together in the future.
Mike Zahalsky (5th place)
On Ben winning the game:
I think Ben is one of the best players of all time. He is a legend. He deserves this all. He's a great role model. He's fantastic. I also think Chrissy is fantastic. She orchestrated getting out so many of the biggest competitors in this game, so good for her.
Why he voted for Chrissy to win:
If you equate finding an Idol to winning Immunity, Chrissy had four and Ben had three. If you look at their social games, Chrissy was on the top with Ben, goes to the bottom and then makes her way back to the top. Ben has a great story, I'm super proud he won. In retrospect, maybe I would've voted for Ben. At the time, I think Chrissy played an incredible game. They are both fantastic Survivor players. Yes, Ben got the upper hand on me with all of those Idol finds, but I was looking. Yes, there's a lot of laying around in the shelter but people would attest I never laid in the shelter. I would be looking for the Idol nonstop. Ben found them all first.
I played a great social game. You need to earn the respect of the jury members. At the same time, I had three Healers on the jury. I knew I was getting three votes. We had such a tight bond from the first nine days of the show because we never lost. There was never any stress. We all loved each other. It was like the Soko beach party. To put me in front of them, all I needed to get was one more vote. Lauren was gonna be that vote. If I was there with Chrissy and Ryan, which I thought I was going to be, I would've had Lauren's vote and I think I probably would've had Ben's vote. If I would've been there with Ben [in the final three,] I don't know if I would've won. I would love to say I would've because of three Healers on the jury, but it would've been harder.
I just never gave up. I had what I called Jeff Probst rules of Survivor. Wake up every morning and say hello. Just be nice to everybody and use justifiable ethics. That's what could've flipped the tide. People knew I was real and genuine.
What it's like to be recognized by fans:
Yes. I get approached lots of times every day, and it's awesome. I love it. I say to my wife that I want a better penis-to-picture ratio. Meaning, I see lots of penises every day [as a urologist] and a lot of people take pictures with me. I would like more pictures being taken and less penises being seen. That's why they call me Dr. Nuts [laughs.]
What his kids think of him being on the show:
It's actually very funny because my kids are all fans of the show. It's the perfect family show we all watch together. My son, who is 11, and my 8-year-old daughter just love it. My 14-year-old acts like she's embarrassed, but I know she loves it, too. All of her friends love it. I've picked them up from parties and what they make me do is call Cole or Ben on FaceTime and they freak out. My daughter loves everybody else on Survivor except me.
Are you happy Ben won the game? Join the conversation now by leaving a comment in the section below.
Say what you will about her, but it's hard to deny that Katy Perry has had anything but an incredible year in 2017. She released a new album, Witness, hosted the 2017 MTV VMAs, released some of the hottest pop singles (including "Swish Swish" and "Chained to the Rhythm") and she also embarked on her Witness world tour. In looking this over, it's easy to see that Perry has been working hard for the success and notoriety she has gotten. As such, it's just as easy to see that Perry should be able to enjoy this success unencumbered and unthreatened from an outside entity.
On Thursday, Dec. 21, E! News reported that 37-year-old Pawel Jurski appeared in court and was facing felony charges of aggravated stalking and escape. Jurski also faces misdemeanor charges of loitering and resisting arrest. These charges are made in connection with Jurski's alleged actions backstage at one of Perry's Witness tour concerts.
As E! reports: "According to a police report, the defendant allegedly entered a restricted area backstage at the American Airlines Arena on Wednesday [Dec. 20] night. According to police, he attempted to rush towards the stage where Katy was performing her biggest hits."
Police reports also indicate that Jurski allegedly declared, "I will do whatever it takes to be with Katy Perry." Jurski has reportedly established a disconcerting pattern in regard to the lengths he is willing to go to get in touch with Perry. He has reportedly tried twice to make contact with her during two concerts in Canada and, by his own testimony to police, gone to concerts in Tampa, Grand Rapids, Orlando, Atlanta and Chicago in the last 20 days, all in the name of making contact with her.
At the time of reporting, Jurski is still in police custody. Perry has not issued an official statement nor has she posted anything on any of her social media platforms to indicate her feelings about this matter.
Ina and Jeffrey Garten have shared a 49-year love affair (as of today, happy anniversary!) that has spanned the world and captured the imaginations of millions of foodies and cooks across the country. The strength of their relationship would be utterly disgusting if it weren't so wonderful: They both support each other’s highest ambitions, they both respect each other’s time and space and they both lean into each other in the most freaking adorable way in all of their pictures.
In the fall of 2017, Ina released her 10th book, Cooking for Jeffrey, which basically solidified what we’ve all been thinking: They are truly in love, and Ina makes the meanest brisket in the land. But I have to wonder: Do they fight like all other couples do? They can’t be totally perfect. Maybe their fights look a little something like this.
The Paris Camping Stove
Jeffrey: Do you remember when we traveled through France in the early 1970s, living in a tent and spending all of our money on fresh food from exotic city markets, which you would transform into delectable, authentic dishes on a tiny camping stove?
Ina: Yes, those were such wonderful days, spent just loving each other in the clear, warm light of the Paris spring.
Jeffrey: I remember once you made an amazing boeuf bourguignon with the most tender cuts of filet, fresh spring carrots, delicate pearl onions and wild mushrooms, which you picked from the mossy floor of the nearby forest — all served atop a fresh sourdough baguette.
Ina: The baguette wasn’t sourdough.
Jeffrey: I can taste it like it was yesterday. It was crusty, thinly sliced sourdough.
Ina: I think I can remember the kind of bread I ate in a tent in Paris with my soul mate 45 years ago, Jeffrey.
Jeffrey: This item on the grocery list you gave me says that I should plant some thyme, nurture it lovingly throughout the spring months and then pluck the most tender and aromatic leaves from its stem for the soup you’re making tonight.
Ina: Was that a question?
Jeffrey: Well, do you mind if I just got store-bought? It’s $3.99 for thyme sprigs.
Ina: Fine. Store-bought is fine.
Jeffrey: Do you mind very much if, instead of placing three five-pound chickens in a 20-quart pot with a bouquet garni of fresh herbs in order to make homemade chicken stock, that maybe I just got... store-bought? Since I am at the store?
Ina: You can purchase store-bought chicken stock if you want. Just never come home with it.
Ina: I hope you and your cans of chicken stock are happy.
Ina: Sorry, dear. I am having a causal lunch with five of my closest, most attractive gay friends from around East Hampton. Nothing special, just roasted salmon Niçoise, my fun, modern spin on borscht and double coconut cupcakes.
Jeffrey: That sounds a bit more than a casual lunch.
Ina: Don’t be ridiculous. The table setting is extremely casual, featuring handfuls of sand dollars, breezy linen napkins and a simple, improvised centerpiece of entangled branches of beach wood.
Jeffrey: I feel like when we have a casual lunch, we just eat sandwiches over the sink.
Ina: Don’t be like this.
Jeffrey: Maybe you shouldn’t be like you’re being.
Ina: This is terrible. I hate this. I am sorry. You’re right. It’s really pushing out of the casual lunch category.
Jeffrey: It’s OK. I was just feeling a little jealous of your dozens of close-knit friendships with young, attractive men.
Ina: Can I roast you the most perfectly roasted chicken?
Jeffrey: Only if we can eat it over the sink, my forever love.
When you’re not busy decking the halls or carefully avoiding your credit card statement, you’re spending mental energy worrying how to make it to every holiday event you’ve been invited to. December is full of cheer, but it also serves as the month of great distractions, when finding time to work out, think or prep a salad is challenging. In addition to making you feel #overwhelmed, your health can also suffer.
Cardiovascular surgeon Dr. David Greuner says that between parties and traditional meals that are packed with fat, nights with little sleep and plenty of pressure from friends and family, it’s no wonder so many wake up in the new year ready to change everything around.
“Holiday dinners and parties are loaded with unhealthy, high-calorie foods and alcoholic drinks, which in excess can lead to weight gain and affect your heart health, and excessive drinking can raise your blood pressure,” he explains. “Jam-packed schedules and holiday travel can cause stress and cut down the amount of rest you are getting.”
The good news is, with some easy tweaks, you can still savor all the priceless memories and celebrations this season without sacrificing your immune system or sanity.
Celebrate in moderation
Especially when you’re suffering through a painfully awkward corporate gathering at your partner’s stuffy office, the temptation to constantly refill your Champagne glass is high. But before you reach for another chocolate-covered cherry or request another wine, author and health expert Dr. Lynn Anderson says to practice the fine art of moderation. You can still savor the sweets and the bubbles without overindulging by exercising a smart pause before seconds.
“Enjoy the parties and all the holiday food, but do it in moderation," she explains. "One cookie soulfully enjoyed is worth more than 10 cookies inhaled without thought. Pleasure is fleeting, but moderation brings satisfaction and balance. This is a surefire way to stay healthy and enjoy the holidays."
So you work for a rad start-up that has planned a ski weekend, a holiday happy hour, a secret gift exchange, a cookie-decorating afternoon and a volunteering opportunity to give back to the homeless. It’s all great, and sure, you’d love to join in — but it’s OK if you don’t go to every little event.
In fact, it’s better for your health if you don’t according to family medicine specialist at Kaiser Permanente South Bay Medical Center, Elizabeth Dueñas. “The holiday season is short, and we’re often tempted to pack too much into the last six weeks of the year. Give yourself permission to ask for help or know that it’s OK to say no to some invitations. It’s healthy to realize you do not have to do everything or please everyone, especially if it winds up hurting you,” she explains.
Don’t get caught up in perfection
Sure, you want that epic Instagram family selfie gathered around the tree or the menorah or for your toddler’s holiday to be magical. And yes, when your mother-in-law constantly nitpicks every little choice you make or pie you bake, you can start to feel insecure fast.
Alternative health expert and author Peter Bedard says striving for perfection is a surefire way to add unnecessary stress to an already nerve-wracking time of year. Instead, he suggests adopting an "it is what it is" mentality far beyond the holiday season and into your next lap around the sun.
“We can often get caught up in the drama and stories, outside and inside our brains/lives, that will lead us into conflict and despair not to mention totally ruin your holiday,” he explains. “When we can step back and observe the facts of the situation around us and simply say, ‘It is what it is!’ we are standing on solid ground and releasing the opinions, judgments and fears that create separation and conflict.”
Try to get active at least 30 minutes a day
Can’t fathom how you could possible squeeze in a mere half-hour of sweating? It might be lunges in the supermarket while picking up last-minute forgotten ingredients or sprints in the parking lot of your kid’s school while you wait to pick them up for winter break — but it can be done. And when you prioritize it, Greuner says you’ll see a big improvement in your mood. “The holidays are a busy time, and it can be hard to fit [...] exercise into your schedule, but it’s really important to make the time to stay healthy. Regularly exercising four to five times per week is an important part of maintaining heart health and preventing heart disease,” he explains. “It’s better to exercise for 30 minutes than not at all. Set aside time, choose workouts that you love, and give yourself small incentives for working out.”
Be mindful of stress eating
It’s not that your grandmother’s pumpkin pie is actually that delectable (sorry, Granny), but it sure fulfills your sweet tooth when you’re fielding passive-aggressive text messages from your sister. That’s why Bedard says to ask yourself a pointed question before you reach for the sugar: "Who is really hungry?” By asking this, you’re giving yourself a breath to truly figure out your motivation instead of merely giving into impulse. “This question creates a space and awareness within yourself to listen. We all know that just because you are thinking about food does not necessarily mean that you are hungry. When a craving come[s] in, ask the question and listen for an answer,” he says. "Often, you will find you weren’t actually hungry for a piece of cake, but rather your heart was hungry, not your stomach. You cannot feed your heart cake, but you can feed it kindness, compassion and love.”
It’s estimated more than 350 million people battle or experience depression, winter being the season most feel those anxieties intensify. It’s easy to hole up in your home and hide away from the sadness, but Bedard says it’s even more important to accept you’re normal and that, yes, you will get through this period. This is Step 1 of recovery. With therapy, specific lights and having candid, supportive conversations with trusted loved ones, you can overcome seasonal sadness.
“The simple act of practicing loving kindness for ourselves and the parts of us that are in some sort of pain [is] an invaluable tool for creating wellness,” he adds.
The first sequence of questions I typically get asked when people find out I have a blog are, “Do you get free stuff sent to you?” Answer: Yes! I get several packages a day and I believe the people who live in my building think I have an online shopping problem. Second question: “Do you get paid to wear clothes?” Yes! How freaking cool is that? And the third, and my personal favorite: “But like, do you even work?” Oh yes. Let me explain.
Hi there, my name is Audree, or as my close-knit follower crew would say, Simply Audree Kate or “SAK.” I’ve been blogging for more than five years total and doing it full-time for about a year and a half; but I’m also a freelance fashion stylist and fashion editor on the side.
I started SimplyAudreeKate.com the summer after my freshman year of college at Arizona State University as a way to showcase my fashion work. There was not a fashion program at my university at the time, so I wanted to still appear relevant and competitive when applying to internships and jobs down the road.
I showcased sewing tutorials, thrifting hauls, styling tips, fashion week recaps and industry interviews. Over the next three years of college, I slowly gained a local following and also started posting my own outfits and personal stories. I always assumed the blog would dissolve once I entered the “real world,” but when I graduated in 2015, the blogging industry started to boom.
I moved to New York after graduation and freelanced at several fashion and women’s print magazines, including Glamour, Redbook, O, The Oprah Magazine and Editorialist. After a year of working in print, I made the hard decision to say goodbye and pursue styling and my blog. That summer, I sat down and figured out a business plan and finances and hired an intern and dove into Simply Audree Kate 110 percent.
Today, I blog full time; manage a small team of four interns; freelance style for various brands, magazines, modeling agencies and personal clients; and I’m also super-excited to be the freelance fashion editor here at StyleCaster. So, to circle back to my most common third question I get asked, yes I do work — three jobs, actually; and I’m here to tell you what a day in the life of a full-time blogger is like. And first thing’s first, it’s a lot more than cute OOTD (outfit of the day) Instagram pics (even though that is scheduled into my daily to-do list.)
My schedule is never the same: Each week and day varies depending on whether I’m styling, traveling or working on a sponsored blog project, but I do try to maintain a semi-routine schedule to stay on track and have a productive week. All that said, here’s a general idea of what my average workday looks like.
"It involves a lot more than cute OOTD Instagram pics."
6:30 a.m.: Wake up
I’m not a morning person, but since my days are always packed to the brim, I have to maximize my time. I make breakfast and coffee and get ready for my shoot with my photographer, Sam. Before I leave my apartment, I publish the daily blog post, share it on social and prepare my first Instagram.
8:00 a.m.: Photo shoot
I shoot with my photographer about two to three times a month for outfit pictures, and each shoot contains about three outfits. I’ve learned that shooting in bulk and in advance is the easiest for my schedule. I plan out which items are sponsored and need detail shots, the theme or subject of the blog post and the multiple shoot locations.
Sam and I have been working together for over three years now and manage to shoot all three looks in less than an hour. When leaving the shoot, I post the first Instagram for the day and head to the subway for my meetings. (In real life, I’m not hailing cabs in Manolos like Carrie Bradshaw — I’m trekking to the subway with multiple bags in walkable shoes and mapping out my next location.)
"In real life, I’m not hailing cabs in Manolos like Carrie Bradshaw."
I try to schedule any meetings, brand previews or events first thing in the morning so I can have a solid chunk of time at my computer later in the day. During busy seasons when new collections come out, I typically have three to five previews each morning.
I go see the new collections, chat with the publicists and brands and take pictures of product. This is the best way to network and meet people in the industry. Plus, it’s a great opportunity to see any new upcoming products I can pull for styling, the blog or StyleCaster articles.
11:00 a.m.: Team SAK meeting
After my morning meetings with brands and publicists, I meet with my interns and we shoot my OOTD look on my personal camera or phone. I photograph all my own lifestyle, beauty or detail content, so my interns also help me with that. Once we’re done shooting, we head to a coffee shop and work.
12:00 p.m.: Coffee shop & work time
I don’t go into an office, so I mainly work from my apartment or coffee shops with my team. My interns are all college students, and I see them each a couple of times a week. We go over their tasks for the day, talk about analytics and the editorial calendar for the month, discuss upcoming blog sponsorships and brainstorm content.
I publish about five blog posts a week, so there’s always something to be done. Some days I’ll have a couple of conference calls or lunch meetings, but I try to carve out solid team time for writing post drafts, editing photos, sending article drafts to sponsors, going over contracts with brands, answering a million emails and always drinking a large iced coffee.
I like working in coffee shops because I can get a little stir-crazy in my apartment each day. My team picks new coffee shops to try each week depending on the neighborhood we have meetings or events in, and it’s a great way to switch up the “office scenery.”
"Each night typically contains a mix of product launches, networking, cocktail hours or dinners."
6:00 p.m.: Events
I have press events three or four times a week, and each night typically contains two or three events. They’re typically a mix of product launches, networking, cocktail hours or dinners. I hop between events with industry and blogger friends and end my night around 9 p.m. The events are a great way to network and see new product, and it’s one of the only ways I really get to see all my friends throughout the week. On nights when I don’t have events, I’ll go to the gym or hang out with friends.
9:00 p.m.: Work part 2
Once I get home, I shower, make dinner (if the event didn’t have food), catch up with my roommates and open all my new mail. Then I’ll post another Instagram and dive back into work. I write my StyleCaster articles, pull product from brands for upcoming photo shoots, answer emails, edit photos, etc.
I’m a night owl, and this time is productive for me since new emails aren’t coming in to distract me. I’m by myself in my bedroom “office” area and can zone in on work. During this time, I also call my family, who all live in Arizona, listen to podcasts or watch Netflix. I don’t normally set a bedtime since my to-do list is never-ending, but I’ll work until I feel like I’ve hit my max or realize I have to wake up earlier than usual the next morning.
Before I go to bed, I plan out my outfit for the next day (it seriously saves so much time), do my skin care routine, pack my bag and write a to-do list for the following day.
2:00 a.m.: Bedtime
I’ll be the first to admit I don’t sleep enough. I envy those who manage at least eight hours a night, don’t need coffee and wake up for yoga or spinning. I normally have to force myself to turn in around this time so I’m not extremely exhausted the next day.
"My to-do list is never-ending."
Even though my days are packed, I love every second of it and wouldn’t change it to go back to an office job. Each day is different, and some days I’ll be on set for a photo shoot from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., then head to events or home to work — or on the very rare day I have no meetings, interns or events, I won’t leave my couch or put on makeup. Being able to blog and work for myself full time has given me the flexibility to travel, work on multiple projects at once and be completely in charge of my to-do list and schedule. It’s a lot of hard work, and I can guarantee that each blogger — whether they’re full time, part time or brand new — will agree with me.
"I work over 90 hours a week and still go to bed with a smile on my face."
I do consider my blog a company, and with that, I am every single department. I am the boss, editor, writer, social media, finance, legal, creative, art, photo, marketing/PR and human resources. I work over 90 hours a week, have an interminable to-do list and still go to bed with a smile on my face. Blogging or freelance is definitely not for everyone, but it works for me. In the end, it’s more than social media numbers or free product; Simply Audree Kate is a business, and five and half years ago, I never imagined I would be able to do it full time, support myself and meet some of the most incredible people along the way.
Follow along on SimplyAudreeKate.com and Instagram (@simplyaudreekate) for more behind-the-scenes details of my very busy day-to-day life as a blogger, stylist and editor!
The Pitch Perfect franchise is coming to a close with the third installment’s release on Dec. 22. SheKnows talked to original Barden Bellas Anna Camp and Brittany Snow about the emotions and difficulty they felt about saying goodbye to this chapter of their lives.
For Camp, Pitch Perfect not only changed her professional life, it opened a new door in her personal life. She met and married costar Skylar Astin, who played Jesse Swanson in the first two installments of the trilogy.
“[It was] six years ago that we filmed the first one, and I met my husband on the first one, which is something even more than a game-changer,” said Camp to SheKnows.
The ending of the series of films was something Camp really hadn’t acknowledged to herself even months after they wrapped.
“I have friends that I will always have from this movie, so it feels a little surreal that we won't be going to shoot the fourth one in a year,” she said. “That's what we've been doing — shooting a movie [every] two years with our best friends. So I haven't really come to grips with it. I think I'm a little bit in denial.”
Snow had already said goodbye to a major character in her life when her TV series, American Dreams, ended in 2005.
“We grew up together — we went from our early 20s to 30. It’s a weird thing to transition from figuring out who you are to becoming a woman. We went through a lot together — there were marriages, breakups, and I lived with [costar] Kelley [Jakle] for four years,” Snow explained. “Kind of like American Dreams, it’s an ending of a chapter of your life.”
Saying goodbye to cast and crew members is difficult, but even parting with a beloved character is challenging. Camp was extremely emotional when talking about her role as Aubrey Posen.
“It's something I've been so proud to be a part of, and I got it from my hard work and my passion for the role. So to say goodbye to that character, somebody who I love,” she choked back tears. “I’m going to cry — it's really, really, really emotional. And I love her. I love playing her and to think that it’s not going to happen again is really sad.”
Snow also shared that she was never really emotionally ready for the ending of Pitch Perfect.
“At the end of the movie when they show all of the black and white pictures and it’s like a yearbook, I’m very much Chloe [Beale, her character] in this way. I love memories,” she shared. “I’ve seen the movie twice now, and I’ve lost it both times at the end. Those are our memories, and we get to see them on-screen. Not everybody gets to have that.”
The good news is the cast celebrated the final chapter throughout filming. They knew it was a special time in their careers. “We would get together because we were all staying in this apartment complex together in downtown Atlanta. So we'd call each other up or do a group text. We would order food and turn on music and have dance parties,” explained Camp. “So I feel like we were doing that throughout the course of this film, thinking that it could be the very last one. So we wanted to maximize all of the time that we had together while we were shooting it.”
For Snow, it was all about celebrating during the night of the premiere. “We are trying to create a toast before or after the premiere to have a moment. This sounds so cheesy,” she laughed. “We went through so much together that we want to take a second and value that in each other.”
As we bid goodbye to the Barden Bellas, it’s important to remember the aca-mazing lesson they taught us all. "It's such a good thing to see women and girls coming together, loving one another because of their differences and overcoming [for the] greater good as a team,” summed up Camp.
Pitch Perfect 3 opens in theaters nationwide on Friday, Dec. 22.
For years, we've known smoking is bad for your health, and since 1965, more than 40 percent of adults who ever smoked have quit. But it turns out, beyond quitting, there are other steps former smokers can take to help repair their lungs — and that includes a diet rich in tomatoes and apples.
According to new research out of the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, certain nutrients found in tomatoes and apples can help restore lung damage caused by smoking. Specifically, adults who ate more than two tomatoes or more than three portions of fresh fruit a day experienced a slower decline in lung function than those who ate fewer fruits.
Unfortunately, there are no shortcuts: Researchers did not see the same positive effects from processed foods — like tomato sauce — and only saw the benefits from fresh fruits and vegetables.
And the benefits of eating tomatoes, in particular, are not limited to ex-smokers. The study — published in the European Respiratory Journal — found that even adults who never smoked saw a slowed natural decline of their lung function. Given that lung function starts to get worse around the age of 30, this is good news for everyone.
"This study shows that diet might help repair lung damage in people who have stopped smoking. It also suggests that a diet rich in fruits can slow down the lung's natural aging process even if you have never smoked," Dr. Vanessa Garcia-Larsen, assistant professor in the Bloomberg School's department of international health and the study's lead author, said in a statement. "The findings support the need for dietary recommendations, especially for people at risk of developing respiratory diseases such as COPD."
For a baby name to be stylish, it doesn't have to be trendy or even popular. What's in fashion right now might not be in fashion forever, so if it's a truly stylish name you're after, move away from the top 100 baby name charts and look for a name that's more personal to you. "Style is forever," Ralph Lauren once said — and your baby girl's name is too. So make it a good one.
You can get more than just fashion inspiration from the most stylish women in the world — past and present.
Marlene Dietrich is considered to be the original style chameleon and was one of the first women to be photographed wearing a full tuxedo (in the '30s).
Actor and humanitarian Audrey Hepburn was known for her gamine, effervescent style. Name your baby Audrey, and she's just bound to show up in capri pants, boatneck tops and slip-on loafers, right?
Socialite Babe Paley showed women how to mix high and low fashion in the '50s. You may not want a baby named "Babe," but "Paley" is a great pick for any gender.
The original clotheshorse, Nan Kempner, is rumored to have never missed a fashion show in Paris — over the span of four decades.
Studio 54 regular Bianca Jagger was one of the high-glam style icons of the '70s: always modern, always unique, always 100 percent rock 'n' roll.
Model and actor Lily Cole, who first posed for Vogue at age 16, knows how to make boho chic work.
Model Lauren Hutton has a stripped-back, effortless approach to fashion; she's the original all-American girl.
Princess Diana brought style to the royal family and put British fashion firmly on the worldwide map. Other stylish Dianas include glamorous singer Diana Ross and Bazaar editor Diana Vreeland.
If Kate Moss' rule-breaking, vintage style doesn't appeal, what about Kate Middleton's flawless (yet often affordable) royal look?
Model and actor Cara Delevingne's personal style has evolved endlessly along with her career.
Nobody does a killer off-duty outfit quite like model Miranda Kerr.
Victoria's Secret model Doutzen Kroes does dressed-down just as well as she does the red carpet.
Marilyn Monroe was the epitome of old-Hollywood glamour.
Alexa Chung has been the face of countless fashion campaigns and launched her eponymous brand in May 2017.
Actor Sophia Loren's bold approach to life and style is something to aspire to.
Singer, model and muse Grace Jones' avant-garde, androgynous style is just as relevant today as it was in the '80s.
Follow in the footsteps of stylish celebrity parents
Some celebrity baby names are weird and wonderful, and some are just plain classy. Here are some of the most stylish celebrity baby girl names out there.
Sometimes, the perfect stylish name comes from considering something unexpected. Androgynous names like Billie, Maxwell and Harper have an unexpected twist that's always in style. You might also want to look at traditional last names that can double as first names — such as Kensington or Kennedy.
Whatever your baby name preferences, remember one thing: Style is subjective! In the words of Gore Vidal, “Style is knowing who you are, what you want to say and not giving a damn.” So just make sure your baby name fits with your own personal, ageless style; that way, you'll never regret your choice.
A version of this article was originally published in June 2011.
Our 2018 beauty goal is to have radiant, glowing, smooth skin. As we finish out the year with busy holiday plans, travel and work, we’re exhausted. More important, though, our skin is tired. Was it just us or did you also neglect your beauty rituals one too many times this year? We’re ready for a new year with fresh skin, and we have a few beauty secrets up our sleeves.
So, how do we achieve the perfect radiant glow? While daily cleansing and moisturizing is needed to maintain great skin, the not-so-hidden beauty secret to glowing skin is through exfoliation. Exfoliation treatments can help with skin rejuvenation, elasticity and collagen and removes dead skin cells from the surface. It will help tired, scarred or old skin look fresh, soft and ready to take on whatever. You can exfoliate your face and body, and you can either do professional treatments or DIY at-home treatments.
Below we have listed out six different exfoliation treatments to try. We have three professional treatments that will dive into the nitty-gritty and help diminish acne scars, fine lines and dead skin and two easy, budget-friendly at-home treatments you can do yourself. Tired skin was so 2017 — say hello to a fresher, more radiant you!
Professional treatments
Not a DIY beauty buff? No worries. We have four professional exfoliation treatments that are noninvasive, have multiple results and can work with any type of skin.
Dermaplaning/epidermal leveling
Dermaplaning, also known as epidermal leveling, is one of the more trendy exfoliation treatments right now. The process includes a tiny scalpel that scrapes off one layer of dead skin. This process removes facial hair and helps with acne scars or any old skin.
Microdermabrasion
Microdermabrasion is very similar to dermaplaning, except instead of a scalpel, a crystal or diamond tip or sandpaperlike tip is used. It does not take off facial hair, but it will go a little deeper into your layer of skin since it’s a pointed edge, not a blade, and have better outcome with removing scarring.
Chemical peels
In conjunction with either of the above processes, chemical peels are a great way to take off more layers of dead skin; it also helps diminish fine lines, wrinkles and scars. After the treatment, clients can expect for their skin to peel for up to seven to 14 days. Once the skin has peeled, the result is amazing, and you will see a nice, fresher-looking layer of skin. You can do chemical peels once a month during the fall and winter and every other month in spring. Avoid doing chemical peels during the summer because sun exposure can cause additional damage to your skin. Make sure to consult with your aesthetician to see what is best for your skin — results and how often you can get peels will be determined during a skin consultation.
Body scrubs
You can schedule a full-body body scrub at your local salon, and it is a great starting point if you haven’t done many exfoliation treatments before. It feels like a facial for your body and is more effective than using a loofah or body brush.
At-home remedies
Are you on a beauty budget or need some girls’ night treatment ideas? At-home exfoliation treatments are super-affordable and easy to make, and you can mostly use ingredients from your pantry. There are some at-home exfoliation tools and kits that are sold online, but we suggest consulting with your aesthetician before using one on your skin to make sure you know how to use it and if it will be beneficial to your skin type or any skin problems you have.
Over-the-counter scrubs
Almost every beauty line (from drugstores to specialty stores) offers an exfoliation scrub. These are pretty straight-forward and easy to store for multiple uses. Pro tip: Make sure to look for a scrub with fine granules (the stuff that scrubs and exfoliates your face) because sometimes the generic brands or cheaper products have scrubs with large granules that scrape your skin and can do more damage. A harsher scrub doesn’t necessarily mean better exfoliation.
DIY scrubs
Need a scrub in a pinch? We can guarantee your pantry has all the products to whip up a scrub in no time. Most of the DIY scrubs include ingredients such as sugar, salt, coconut oil, essential oils, honey, oats — most of which you probably have sitting in your kitchen. Mix up the ingredients in a bowl, do your scrub and store the rest in a Mason jar for later. You can also use loofahs and body brushes to help exfoliate your body with the scrubs.
These are my three favorite DIY scrubs:
Sugar
1/2 cup sugar (white or brown)
1/2 cup oil (olive oil or liquid coconut oil)
5 drops essential oil of your choice (we suggest mint, lemon or vanilla), optional
Salt
1 cup Epsom salt
1/2 cup liquid coconut oil
5 drops essential oil of your choice (we suggest grapefruit or lavender), optional
Oatmeal*
2 tablespoons ground oatmeal
1 tablespoon honey
1 tablespoon warm water
*Great for sensitive facial skin!
Whether you’re scheduling a professional treatment with your local aesthetician or making some delicious scrubs at home, exfoliation is the best way to achieve rejuvenated and youthful-looking skin. Taking the extra step to self-pamper your skin every few weeks is a great way to maintain a good skin care routine and address any problems head on; plus your skin will thank you for spoiling it.
A version of this article was published in March 2011.
Updated Dec. 22, 2017, 7 a.m. PT: Is it possible Jennifer Lawrence and Darren Aronofsky aren't actually over? According to E! News, they've "reunited," but they aren't officially back together... yet. Earlier this week, they were photographed walking into a home together, and a source says there could definitely be a reconciliation on the horizon.
"They never stopped speaking after they broke up. They care about each other. They are just seeing what happens," the insider said. It's not exactly confirmation they're giving their relationship another go, but we're not writing off the possibility, either.
Updated Nov. 28, 2017, 8:38 a.m. PT: Jennifer Lawrence and Darren Aronofsky initially met during preproduction for Mother!, but the film's postproduction (and promotional tour, specifically) may have caused their breakup.
Lawrence sat down with Adam Sandler for Variety's annual Actors on Actors interview series, and naturally, discussed her latest and most divisive film. But it wasn't the themes and underlying messages Lawrence dug into this time. Instead, she revealed how the reaction and mixed reviews affected her and her then-boyfriend, director Darren Aronofsky. Basically, he never wanted to stop talking about it and that's all she wanted to do.
"We'd be on the tour together, I'd come back to the hotel and the last thing I want to talk about or think about is the movie, and he comes back and that's all he wants to talk about," Lawrence told Sandler. "I was doing double duty of trying to be a supportive partner while also being like, 'Can I please, for the love of God, not think about Mother!' for one second?"
Fair. Totally fair. And it sounds like the two even disagreed on how people should see the film. Aronofsky wanted audiences to go watch Mother! without any knowledge beforehand, while Lawrence believed moviegoers should have some kind of idea about what they we're about to watch.
"I feel like it's better to know and understand the metaphor and allegories because then you know what you are looking at... I've been spilling the themes and metaphors all over town!"
So there you have it. It was an unexpected couple in the first place, and it sounds like it just didn't work.
Original story:
Well, it looks like it's time to say adios to another celebrity couple.
On Wednesday, it was first reported by People magazine that Jennifer Lawrence and Darren Aronofsky split up. The couple was together for about a year and kept their relationship relatively quiet during that time.
They met during preproduction for Aronofsky's latest film, Mother! It wasn't until September, with the film finished, that the two began to stir up rumors they were more than just coworkers. People reported back in autumn 2016 that the couple was quietly dating, and it seems the established pattern of staying super-chill about publicizing their relationship became the norm for the duration of their relationship.
While they were spotted together as early as August 2016, it wasn't until after People's report that the two were seen together more often (although that's probably a coincidence). In October, they were reportedly spotted in Los Angeles together. In November, they went out "together" (Lawrence was on Aronofsky's phone on a FaceTime call) on the Duke University campus to get students to vote.
An inside source confirmed the breakup to Entertainment Tonight, apparently saying that while they are broken up, they remain friendly with one another. I guess that means we can keep our fingers crossed for Lawrence's return in case Mother! Part 2 happens? Just kidding; that's highly unlikely.
At the height of their relationship, Lawrence and Aronofsky were very complimentary of one another's talents — which is about as close as we ever got to hearing romantic sentiments from them. In ET's breakup report, they recall that Lawrence said Aronofsky is "just brilliant. Incredibly instinctual," while he said of her that she is a "once-in-a-generation talent."
Previous to this relationship, Lawrence was involved in a long-term and long-distance relationship with her X-Men costar Nicholas Hoult. Additionally, Aronofsky was in a long-term relationship with actor Rachel Weisz, with whom he shares a son.
Ever wanted to see Princess Diana's wedding day play out on stage? How about on stage and set to a bunch of cheesy, '80s inspired music? We're pretty sure no one ever asked for this, but it's coming anyway. A playhouse in California just announced it will perform a musical about Princess Diana's wedding to Prince Charles.
The musical, called Diana, will be set in 1981, which was the year of the big royal wedding. According to Refinery29, it'll chronicle Diana's life right before and right after the wedding. The score will reportedly mix classical melodies with "1980s-inspired pop and rock music," because you just know that when you think of Princess Diana, you also think of Abba and Queen. Except not really.
The description for the musical doesn't really offer us any clues about what to expect. It just describes the plot, which sounds pretty much true to life: "Following her fairytale union, Princess Diana faces a distant husband, an unmovable monarchy and constant media scrutiny. But her unabashed honesty, modern perspective and gentle compassion galvanize a nation, even as it threatens the royal family’s hold on England."
There's no news yet about who will play Diana (or anyone else in the play), but we do know Diana will take the stage sometime next year.
This seems like an odd presentation for another story about the Royal Family, but even so, we can't say we're surprised to see this. Royal Family fever is at an all-time high since Prince Harry and Meghan Markle announced their engagement. The Crown is hugely popular. People can't get enough of the royals, so why not a musical?
Since the two wed in 2011, Prince William and the Duchess of Cambridge, formerly known as Kate Middleton, have been lauded for ushering in a new modern era of the monarchy. They are said to place family before monarchy, and they have no problem breaking with tradition. Though according to Us Weekly, the couple has at least one semi-old-fashioned hang-up: screens. Specifically, iPad screens. For Prince George, 4, and Princess Charlotte, 2, the royal playroom is reportedly a no-screen zone.
“Neither like the idea of putting an iPad on in front of the kids,” a source explained to Us Weekly.
That’s right: One of the most famous couples in the world — a pair who would likely have access to the most advanced technology and, of course, the best toys — are old-school when it comes to playtime. As the source went on to explain, William and Kate, like many of us, grew up with screen-free toys — and the two feel this is better for their little ones’ development and creativity.
“As two people who grew up without gadgets for entertainment, they’re firm believers in toys, outdoor play, and encouraging an active imagination,” explains the source.
Of course, for many parents, the idea of implementing an iPad-free zone is a hard one. And most people do not have access to a royal nanny to help them with child-rearing. So sometimes, screens happen. But it's nice to know that even tiny royals spend their time playing with regular old toys like so many kids. Which are their favorites? Prince George is reportedly a fan of anything with wheels, and little Princess Charlotte is a fan of all things Disney. Specifically, Disney princesses... naturally.
Just a couple months after the death of her ex-wife, Rosie O'Donnell has found love once again. She's dating a much-younger woman whom she met at a charity event, and they seem totally happy together. Plus, they look amazing as a couple.
55-year-old O'Donnell just revealed that she's officially in a relationship with Elizabeth Rooney, a 33-year-old police officer from Worcester, Massachusetts. Us Weekly reports that they met at a theater benefit over a year ago. They didn't speak until their paths crossed again at the same benefit a year later, and that's when they started dating. Clearly, they were meant to be.
Rooney is an Army veteran and a mounted police officer for the Worcester Police Department. She's also, if her Instagram is any indication, an enormous animal lover. Almost every photo has some kind of animal in it.
Rosie O Donnell and her new gf Elizabeth Rooney 2
Rosie O Donnell and her new gf Elizabeth Rooney 2
Rosie O Donnell and her new gf Elizabeth Rooney 3
Rosie O Donnell and her new gf Elizabeth Rooney 3
During an appearance on The Howard Stern Show, O'Donnell gushed about her new girlfriend, saying they're already in love.
"I am in love. It’s the first time I’ve dated someone younger than me and it’s a very trippy thing," she said. "I get along with her so well. It’s kind of fascinating. The one thing that she doesn’t know? [Barbra] Streisand. I made her watch Funny Girl. She’s like, 'It was good.' I’m like, 'Come on!'"
As years go, 2017 was in many ways basically one big ol’ garbage fire. That’s not to say, though, that the year was without a few defining merits. And arguably the biggest highlight in the TV realm was the reemergence of Saturday Night Live as must-watch comedic programming.
It wasn’t just SNL’s political parodies that brought the show back from the brink of irrelevance. Although to be fair, sketches like Melissa McCarthy’s Sean Spicer, Alec Baldwin’s Donald Trump and Kate McKinnon’s ~everyone~ certainly garnered some serious buzz for the long-running show.
But, in general, the series simply seems sharper than ever. Pulling from political fodder, pop-culture events and everything in between, the SNL of today has its finger on the pulse of what’s funny. To prove it, here are some of the year’s best skits — rewatch and close the year out with laughter.
In the wake of the Harvey Weinstein fallout, SNL said to hell with it — like, seriously, they said “Welcome to Hell," or as women know it, the often scary, almost always misogynistic world in which we live. In typical SNL fashion, they served up the pointed lesson with a side of sarcasm, Katy Perry pop anthem-style.
2. Tiffany Haddish's opening monologue
SNL Tiffany Haddish Monologue
SNL Tiffany Haddish Monologue
Tiffany Haddish’s star is on the rise, and the Girls’ Trip star proved a breath of fresh air when she hosted SNL. Her take on sexual harassment and re-wearing designer dresses? Spot on. I wonder if it’s too early to start running “Haddish & McKinnon 2020” bumper stickers.
3. "Trump's People"
SNL Trump's People
SNL Trump's People
While not every one of Alec Baldwin’s Trump skits is a homerun, he really hit it out of the park with this one. Trump stops in Boone County, Kentucky, to answer the questions of the people who helped get him elected, and when he can’t come up with any real answers, hilarity ensues.
4. "Pizza Town"
SNL Pizza Town
SNL Pizza Town
In January, when post-presidential election confusion peaked, SNL delivered the comic relief we all needed. Who knew all it took to make us laugh again was an animatronic band with extra cheesy performances from Aziz Ansari and Bobby Moynihan?
5. "Kellywise"
SNL Kellywise
SNL Kellywise
Make no mistake; the new It movie was terrifying. But some would argue Kellyanne Conway’s treatment of the truth is just as scary (if not more so) than Pennywise the Dancing Clown.
6. "Papyrus"
SNL Papyrus
SNL Papyrus
Ryan Gosling losing his mind over the Avatar logo is all of us. It’s not tribal yet futuristic, James Cameron… IT’S PAPYRUS.
Wielding a podium like a political gladiator, Melissa McCarthy won the internet as former White House Press Secretary Sean Spicer. Trump may not have thought it was very funny, but everyone else surely did.
8. "Jeff Sessions Gump"
SNL Jeff Sessions Gump
SNL Jeff Sessions Gump
2017 was officially Kate McKinnon’s year to shine on SNL. In this spoof on Forrest Gump, she nails it as Attorney General Jeff Sessions. Of course, she gets an assist from Leslie Jones and other cast members as the poor, unsuspecting people who sit beside Sessions on a park bench.
9. "Another Close Encounter"
SNL Another Close Encounter
SNL Another Close Encounter
Ryan Gosling and Kate McKinnon are comedy magic, and this clip is a perfect example of their out-of-this-world chemistry. If you can keep your composure when McKinnon shoves her face into Gosling’s ass crack, well, you’re stronger than the rest of the cast.
10. "Couples Game Night"
SNL Couples Game Night
SNL Couples Game Night
If you’ve never gotten entirely too carried away during a couples game night, are you really doing life right? Cecily Strong and Chris Pine are couple competition goals in this laugh-out-loud skit.
Styled as a perfume commercial, this jab at the Trump family was aimed squarely at Ivanka. The new fragrance was designed solely for the woman who is “a feminist, a champion or women, but, like, how?”
12. "Basketball Scene"
SNL Basketball Scene
SNL Basketball Scene
‘Sup? Jimmy Fallon and Mikey Day destroying a movie scene with their hilariously awful background basketball shenanigans. That’s what’s up.
13. "Kellyanne Conway"
SNL Kellyanne Conway
SNL Kellyanne Conway
Is it possible that Kate McKinnon does Kellyanne Conway better than Kellyanne Conway? Why, yes. Yes, it is. Exhibits A through Z? McKinnon’s 2017 spoofs satirizing Trump’s critic-turned-consigliere, particularly the biting riff of “Roxie” from Chicago.
14. "Zoo Pornographer"
SNL Zoo Pornographer
SNL Zoo Pornographer
Scarlett Johansson shines in a skit that goes to show just how important copy editors really are. Poor “Danny Bangs” receives an unwanted career transition when a typo transforms him from zoo photographer into zoo pornographer.
There are no bah humbugs allowed in the Ripa-Consuelos household.
On Thursday, Live with Kelly and Ryan cohost Kelly Ripa shared several family photos just in time for the holidays. Through the series of 10 historic throwback Thursday images, fans got the message: This family is serious about holiday cheer.
“Some photos of Christmas past. Little, middle, big,” Ripa captioned the post, referring to each of her three children, Michael, 20, Lola, 16, and Joaquin, who is 14. Dad Mark Consuelos was also in the mix.
In the images, we see loads of smiles, dazzling Christmas decor and a range of matching holiday-themed pajamas, obviously.
Kelly Ripa Holiday IG Photos
Kelly Ripa Holiday IG Photos
The real question is: Does her Lola approve? If you've followed Ripa on social media, you may know the teen is not a fan of her mom's desire to share intimate family photos of her daughter.
In October, the mother of three shared a sweet Halloween throwback of little Lola — and as Ripa explained on The Tonight Show, this didn’t go over well with the teen, who demanded her mom take the photo down immediately. Ripa agreed, but during her appearance on the nightly show, she had host Jimmy Fallon blow the image up and show it to his millions of viewers. “Why did I have these kids if not to exploit them on social media?” she joked to Fallon. Moms.
In a photo Ripa shared last week, the caption read, “Wishing you a LIT holiday season! With love from the Consuelos gang." Ripa even added "(and yes, Lola approved)" to the end to stave off any questioning. Phew! As many parents know, when the kids are happy, everyone's happy.