Author: Nina Cross
Nina Cross
Nina reports on fashion and beauty trends and the influencers and economics driving them. She's interested in who's building taste and how the industry actually works behind the aesthetic.
Cakes nipple covers — Grippy and Sticky styles — are going viral as a strapless bra alternative. Here’s what the $33 product actually does.
July 2025 fragrance launches from Kayali, Bond No. 9, and Ôrəbella rewrite summer scent rules, pairing citrus oud with vanilla mists.
AORA, Mexico’s fastest-growing beauty brand, becomes the first fully plastic-free brand at Sephora, launching July 17 with six products.
Gap launches The Hailey Jean, a limited-edition denim capsule with Hailey Bieber rooted in ’90s fits, rigid cotton, and her 1996 birth year.
Makeup artist Fara Homidi explains blonzing — the bronzer-blush hybrid technique getting dedicated products this summer.
Engagement rings in 2026 are favoring east-west settings, vintage cuts, and champagne stones over classic solitaires. Here’s what’s actually driving the shift.
The FDA approved bemotrizinol (BEMT), its first new sunscreen filter in over 20 years. American brands can use it from August 9, 2026.
Olivia Rodrigo’s babydoll dress sparked 26-million-view controversy revealing deep cultural anxieties about women’s fashion choices and self-expression.
Gen Z is abandoning streaming playlists for physical CD collections, seeking intentional listening experiences over algorithm-driven music discovery.
Gray jeans are emerging as a sophisticated alternative to white denim, offering versatility and edge without the maintenance headaches.