Lauren Anderson

I’ve reached the point in my life where I refuse to buy swimsuits that only look good if I’m standing perfectly still with ideal lighting and zero snacks in my system. I want something cute, flattering and comfortable enough that I can actually move around in it, whether I’m chasing my toddler at the splash […]

There are two kinds of summer tops in my closet: the ones I buy because they look cute online, and the ones I actually reach for over and over again when it’s 90 degrees and I still want to look somewhat put-together. This 3/4-sleeve top instantly became the second kind. The moment I saw the […]

I have a complicated history with casual summer rompers. At 5’8″, most of them treat me like I’m auditioning for a beach volleyball team — I’m talking all leg, very little fabric and zero dignity when I bend over. As a shopping editor, it feels like I’ve tried every kind of romper, from the cute […]

If you’re someone who unhooks their bra the second they walk through the door, you know how impossible it feels to find one that’s actually comfortable enough to wear. Between poking wires, slipping straps and bands that somehow feel too tight and too loose at the same time, most bras are more annoying than supportive. […]

At 68, Andie MacDowell looks like she’s been let in on some cosmic skincare secret the rest of Us missed. It has something to do with those signature silver curls, luminous complexion and the way she radiates the same warmth she did in Four Weddings and a Funeral three decades ago. So when she casually […]

Jennifer Aniston has spent three decades on magazine covers, red carpets and our television screens, and somehow her skin keeps looking better. That signature lit-from-within glow she’s been working lately? It’s not just good genes and good lighting. The Morning Show star has said in countless interviews that she prefers to let her skin breathe, […]

Most athletic skorts seem to be designed for one body type, and if you’re short with curves, you already know the struggle. Waistbands dig in, hems hit awkwardly and built-in shorts somehow still ride up. But you can kiss all of those woes goodbye, because I found a high-waisted skort option for midsize women who […]

Hilary Duff‘s hair situation always deserves its own headline. We’re talking that windswept, beachy, slightly tousled texture that looks like she rolled out of the Pacific and onto a magazine set. No stiff curls. No overdone waves. Just movement, body and that elusive lived-in softness that makes you tilt your head and think, “How?” Fortunately, […]

Finding a vacation dress that’s comfortable enough for long travel days and cute enough for dinners, photos and sightseeing can feel nearly impossible, especially on a budget. That’s why I immediately added this backless maxi dress to my suitcase before my last trip, and somehow ended up wearing the affordable find everywhere, from brunch to […]

Getting dressed during spring’s mood-swing weather can feel like a losing battle. One minute it’s cold enough for a jacket, the next you’re overheating in line for coffee, which is why I’m gravitating toward this flowy jumpsuit that somehow works across all of it. Instead of fussing over layers or piecing together an outfit, this […]

I don’t know who needs to hear this, but I’m done wearing clingy clothes the second temperatures creep above 70 degrees. The minute I start feeling bloated, sweaty or overly aware of every seam digging into my body, I reach for loose, breezy dresses — and this flowy style may be the best one I’ve […]

Getting dressed up for a wedding sounds fun until you’re staring at a closet full of clothes and somehow still have nothing to wear. After spending way too much time searching for a flattering, comfortable option to wear to multiple summer weddings, I finally found this bodycon wrap dress that completely solved my outfit dilemma […]

If your skin is still looking a little dull after winter, there’s an easy way to fake a sun-kissed glow without booking a beach vacation. I first discovered the Isle of Paradise Self-Tanning Face & Body Drops when I was getting married back in 2018. I was looking for something that delivered a natural-looking tan […]

Some perfumes feel trendy for a season, and then there are the ones you reach for year after year because they instantly make you feel polished, fresh and put-together. For me, that scent has always been Clinique Happy Perfume. I’ve loved the citrusy-floral fragrance since my mom first gifted it to me when I was […]

No matter how good your foundation is, makeup never seems to sit quite right when dry patches, peach fuzz and uneven texture get in the way. That’s exactly why I started dermaplaning. This under-the-radar beauty tool leaves my skin noticeably smoother and makes makeup look flawless afterward. Right now, my favorite dermaplaning tool is on […]

Sunscreen is one of those things we know we should apply every single day, but between greasy formulas, messy hands and chalky white casts, it’s easy to skip. But when I discovered sunsticks, my days in the sun were changed forever. My favorite? The Abib Quick Sunstick Protection Bar. This no-fuss SPF stick makes daily […]

Nicole Kidman has the kind of hair I envy. Her copper-blonde mane bounces when she turns and catches every flashbulb. At 58-years-old, the Oscar winner has become something of a quiet ambassador for what aging beautifully actually looks like, and her hair plays a starring role. Luckily, I know Kidman’s secret: Vegamour Gro Hair Serum, […]

Mornings as a working mom don’t leave much room for outfit indecision. I need something that looks polished at school drop-off but still feels comfortable enough for a full day of meetings. That’s exactly why I’ve been living in the Prettygarden matching shorts set. It’s my go-to uniform on chaotic mornings when I need to […]

Some days, getting dressed feels like a losing battle, especially when it’s too hot for layers, but too cold (or overly air-conditioned) to survive in a tank. That in-between weather used to derail my outfits completely, until I found the Tesancco sleeveless midi dress with pockets. I know what you’re thinking — a sleeveless style […]

As a shopping editor, it’s not every day I find tops that look like they came from a boutique but cost less than my morning coffee. This boutique-style eyelet blouse is earning rave reviews for its elevated design and shockingly low price point, making it an easy fix for anyone tired of overpriced basics that […]

Finding a summer dress that looks polished without feeling fussy can be surprisingly difficult, but we found a tiered midi dress that solves the problem in one easy step. It’s the kind of throw-on-and-go piece that instantly makes you look put together, whether you’re heading to brunch, spending the day at the beach or just trying […]