Author: 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.
Amazon can still deliver Halloween costumes by Oct 30th. From the 13 Going on 30 dress to retro clowns and Dolly Parton, here’s what’s worth ordering now.
Beauty advent calendars from Charlotte Tilbury and e.l.f. Cosmetics are already live — and limited stock means the window to buy is shorter than it looks.
Over 15 NYFW SS27 runways featured exposed bras – from Sandy Liang to 7 For All Mankind. Here’s what designers did and how to wear it.
Olivia Rodrigo’s current era — from “Drop Dead” to her Target album cover — has reignited the babydoll dress trend, with options ranging from $40 to $400.
Sneakerinas — ballet flat and sneaker hybrids — are dominating fall footwear. Bella Hadid and Lola Tung both reached for VIVAIA’s version independently.
Free People barrel pants topped August purchases among Refinery29 readers, alongside Zara’s Applejuice EDT and viral Comfrt hoodie. Here’s what actually sold.
From Tom Smith’s varsity bob to Dimitris Giannetos’ Gucci bangs, fall’s best haircuts are specific, structured, and anything but generic.
Anthropologie’s 24 Days ($98) and 12 Days ($50) Beauty Advent Calendars are live now, featuring L’Occitane, ILIA, Boy Smells, and art by Nephthus Foster.
Plum is fall’s most interesting fragrance note, offering depth and range that lighter fruits can’t match. From Ellis Brooklyn to Valentino, the launches are already here.
Butter yellow is out, chestnut and chrome are in. Here’s what nail artists are actually posting as fall trends arrive early.













