Within just three minutes of using ChatGPT as a therapist, it had told me to “go low or no contact” with my family. This is something a real therapist might suggest where appropriate after multiple sessions. That should scare us. In a new Harvard Business Review report into how we’re using AI today, therapy and…
Read moreSorbet Nails Are Quite Literally The Coolest Summer Manicure Trend
I won’t pretend sorbet nails are a brand-new trend for summer 2025. Let’s be real — they look a lot like the pastel manicures that pop up every year at this time. But while they’re not exactly groundbreaking, there’s no denying that the biggest nail artists are obsessed with them right now. From Iram Shelton’s…
Read moreBrooklyn’s Juneteenth Celebration Overflowed With Black Joy & Community
A rainy Sunday in Brooklyn’s Fort Greene Park looked like a scene from an early 2000s Black film. Hundreds danced and sang along to Carl Thomas’ “Summer Rain” under delicate showers, seemingly without a care in the world. It felt like community, freedom and joy. This was a scene from The Lay Out’s 2025 Juneteenth…
Read moreMeet The Influencer Helping K-Beauty Brands Cater To Dark Skin Tones
When beauty influencer Darcei Giles first tried a popular cushion foundation by Korean makeup brand TirTir, she knew it was not going to match her skin tone — but that was the point. The Toronto-based creative is known for her social media series, ‘Black Girl Tries’, where she attempts makeup styles, techniques, and products that…
Read moreThe Ultimate Guide To 2025’s Hottest Summer Fashion Trends
It can be easy to fall into a fashion rut in the spring when April (and May) Showers make it wet and dreary outside — practical rain gear typically takes precedence over chic looks, after all. But that’s not the case once summer rears its head. Sure, we’ll still have the occasional thunderstorm, but the…
Read moreWhat This Summer Solstice Will Bring, According To Your Star Sign
This is summer, where the sun rises earlier and sets later, lighting us up with hope. The Summer Solstice, which commences on June 20th at 10:42 p.m. EST, symbolizes the sun’s and Mother Earth’s mighty force. Now is a time for us to honor the natural rhythms of the universe by setting intentions and manifesting…
Read moreFrom Minis To Maxis, These Crochet Dresses Will Take You From The City To The Beach
If we could live in our out-of-office beachwear all day, everyday, we probably would — especially when the mercury has spiked and humidity makes ‘real’ clothes all too uncomfortable. Think, whimsical, tiered midi dresses that resemble Victorian nightgowns, linen palazzo pants that don’t constrict your legs, extra floaty “feels like nothing” skirts… Basically, clothing that’s…
Read moreWhy Can’t Sunscreen Brands Be Honest About White Casts?
Welcome to Sun Blocked, Refinery29’s global call to action to wake up to the serious dangers of tanning. No lectures or shaming, we promise. Instead, our goal is to arm you with the facts you need to protect your skin to the best of your ability, because there’s no such thing as safe sun. When cosmetic…
Read moreWhere To Shop For Sunglasses, From Polarized Lenses To Sport Frames
Your eyes are precious, so it’s important to keep ‘em as healthy and stylish as possible. On those supremely bright and sunny days, that means putting on a pair of trendy sunglasses to protect your delicate pupils from harmful UV rays, glare, dust — or paparazzi flashes when out with your digital camera friend. We…
Read moreMilkmaid Dresses Are Trending Again — 25 Summer Styles To Shop
Milkmaid dresses started going TikTok-viral last spring and fully took off in the summer thanks to fashion It girls like Sabrina Carpenter, Kaia Gerber, and Olivia Rodrigo. Typically characterized by structured bodices, puff sleeves, and A-line skirts, the romantic silhouette is sticking around this summer. These sweet, ethereal styles — including Hill House Home’s beloved…
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