I’m four months into 29. On the cusp of evolving into what society considers a full-blown adult, I’ve learned: if you aren’t careful, people will tell you how old to feel. At every turn, I’m met with inevitable questions about marriage, children, and the vague but all-consuming concept of settling down. All around me, little sisters are becoming mothers and friends are buying houses. (To that, I ask: how?) And though I recognize 29 as objectively young, confronting a new decade—the first one the world has historically told me not to be excited for—I’m taking stock. I’m recognizing the woman I ..read more

Every interview in our Wake Up Call series is an opportunity to go behind the scenes of our favorite women’s rituals and routines. We learn what keeps them inspired, engaged, grounded, and present. Whether it’s morning workouts, time with family, or a few moments of silence spent solo—it’s true that the AM hours impact how the rest of our day will unfold. Today’s feature feels extra special since I get to interview a personal friend, Odette Annable. (And yes, I’ve been wanting to know the secrets behind her morning routine forever.) Odette and I met in 2020 just months before the pandemic, and ..read more

With sunny days ahead, my fashion wishlist is full of summer essentials, with a few new swimsuits occupying the number one slot. Bikinis and one-pieces dominate my early-season shopping list. Before I even consider sundresses or shorts, a few days soaking up the sun in a bikini are essential for my pale skin. Plus, there’s something about narrowing down the best swimwear brands that sets the tone for the whole season. However, in the age of online shopping, the quest for the perfect bikini is made that much harder. It often leaves me drowning in the deep end of google searches and social media ..read more

Trends cater to the cyclical nature of life, and their inherent fleetingness aligns with our own shifting interests. Case in point, nail trends. The past few years have seen us growing out our nails or opting for long press-ons. And when headlines suggested that naked nails were coming for our manicure obsession, the initial reaction was that of shock. But maximalist nails are a vibe, right? They are, but our nails deserve a break every so often. Good news: prioritizing your nail health can also be aesthetic—and right now, it’s on trend. While quiet luxury has been eclipsed by other microtrend ..read more

Never have I ever seen a more genius marketing move than Hailey Bieber’s new Rhode phone case. ICYMI: the celeb beauty founder launched an unexpected product in her viral skincare brand (and yes, we’re all obsessed). But it’s not just any phone case. On the back, it has a built-in holder for your Rhode Lip Treatment. This product placement isn’t just convenient—like any product geared to Gen Z and millennials, it looks good in selfies. All over the internet, fans have been posting their own mirror selfies showing off their Rhode phone cases and Rhode-treated pouts. Talk about organic product m ..read more

Abstract art has a way of eliciting the inevitable: That looks easy, I could paint that. The untrained eye only sees haphazard strokes and seemingly random splotches of paint. What it doesn’t capture is the years it took to hone in this style and to develop the confidence to explore the boundaries of art. This truth extends across all creative disciplines, particularly within the endlessly evolving world of food. We assume minimal-ingredient recipes imply ease, and that something simple poses no challenge for a novice. But the best chefs know: simplicity has a place at the table. That’s exactl ..read more

Being an adult is hard. Full stop. Countless things make us wish we could time-travel back to childhood. Taxes (ugh, top of mind), work blunders, insurance—life stressors in general. Everything feels like a lot when you have no one but yourself to hold you accountable. And yes, friendships—making and maintaining them—count, too. But why? We love our friends. They’re the people we gossip to, confide in, and share everything with. (Plus, they offer endless entertainment when we’re bored.) Friends make us laugh and remind us that we’re not alone in our feelings, struggles, and challenges. Life, h ..read more

This April 22nd, people all around the world will celebrate Earth Day. It’s a time to celebrate our precious planet, and consider how we can care for her better. Rooted in a legacy of environmental activism, this special day invites us to unite in honoring Mother Earth. Growing up in California, Earth Day was more than just a date on the calendar for me—it was woven into the fabric of my childhood and shaped by my mom’s deep reverence for nature. Now, as a parent, passing on these values to my own children feels like a sacred duty. If you’re wondering how to celebrate Earth Day with your littl ..read more

As someone who regularly tests recipes and also happens to live alone, I often find myself with the dilemma of having lots of extras. This isn’t a bad thing, of course. I’ve made friends with neighbors and always have treats to bring to the office. But sometimes, I just want to make something that’s not left hanging around my house for weeks. (When I developed this recipe a few months ago, I ate it every night for seven days straight.) I know I’m not alone in the struggle, so I’ve devised the ultimate small-batch banana nut muffins recipe. That’s right—these make a total of six muffins. You’re ..read more

A gathering is best enjoyed when the host is involved. In the party, that is—not just the prep. Once you’ve spent time planning the event, the guest list, and the menu, the last thing you want to do when happy hour strikes is frantic, last-minute prep. If there’s one thing guaranteed to appease your guests in a timely manner, it’s easy make-ahead appetizers. They’re a gift to hosts everywhere. There’s nothing like having food prepared ahead of time to mitigate the dreaded pre-party scramble. Couple that with make-ahead appetizers that are also relatively uninvolved, and you’ve unlocked the ult ..read more