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When I impulse-buy too many trend pieces, I find my closet lacks the basics I need for everyday styling. Wardrobe essentials are just as important as the latest It Bag or must-have shoe—and they can be just as stylish! As cold, hard proof, I tapped professional stylist Solange Franklin to give me the deets on all the fall and winter must-haves I absolutely need to look chic this season. And lucky for me, Franklin insists I don’t need to max out my credit card to look good. Franklin works with VIPs and magazines every day while styling photoshoots and red carpet appearances, so it’s safe to say she knows a thing or two about what’s hot. After six years of having her own styling biz, she’s got all the top tips on how to perfectly blend your personal style with whatever’s trending right now. Rather than just buying something that doesn’t resonate with you because it’s “having a moment,” it’s all about connecting your personal tastes with the latest pieces. “Take a moment, sit and think...

It’s an unfortunate truth that some people just aren’t faithful in romantic and sexual relationships — so when you find a partner who’s loyal and committed, you need to keep them close! And most of the time, they’re almost certainly one of the zodiac signs least likely to cheat . As you may have discovered from my earlier astrological insights , there are a few signs that have tendencies to be less-than-monogamous (in an unethical way). You’ll be pleased to know that, along with these frustrating findings, I’ve also discovered some uplifting details about three other signs that are the most steadfast. While people with any of these three signs aren’t guaranteed to be faithful, you can rest assured that they are generally rather devotional, loving folks. It’s a part of their nature, especially if any of these signs land in your Venus placement (Hint hint— read your chart !). Just like I mentioned last time, there’s no “good” or “bad” sign. In pop astrology, many of us have a tend...

Now that the games are heating up, baseball fans are curious to know if there’s a way to watch the World Series online for free. Luckily, we have some tips for watching the World Series online this year without paying anything extra. As baseball fans know, the World Series consists of several postseason championship games between the winners of the American League Championship Series and the National League Championship Series. The teams play according to their rules in their respective ballparks and continue until a winner can be determined out of the best of seven games. This year, the MLB used a 10-team postseason format in the playoffs leading up to the World Series, which was first following last year’s shortened season due to the pandemic. Needless to say, fans have been eagerly awaiting the full-fledged return of the World Series—and yes, there’s even a way to watch the World Series online for free. For everything we know about how to watch the World Series online for free—i...

If you’ve watched Colin in Black and White on Netflix, you may want to know: Where did Colin Kaepernick go to college ? Despite his seven-year-long NFL career, Kaepernick was offered a football scholarship from just one university. Kaepernick was raised in Turlock, California and played played football, baseball and basketball for John H. Pitman High School, where he was nominated for all-state selection in all three sports in his senior year. In his senior year, Kaepernick was offered scholarships to the University of Notre Dame, the University of Tennessee, Arizona State University and several other colleges for baseball, which he played as a pitcher. Kaepernick told The New York Times in 2011 that he believed his baseball success made universities reluctant to recruit him for football, for which he had no scholarships by the time he graduated. According to ESPN , Kaepernick, who was 6-foot-6 by the time he graduated high school, weighed just 170 pounds and was described as “paper ...

’70s trends are dominating the home décor sector at this given moment. From vintage-inspired wall art, looming planters hanging freely from the walls, and of course, fringe-covered throws and plenty of macramé textiles, this era is definitely back in style when it comes to interior design. Indeed, the knotted-wall-art textile is quietly dethroning its trendy older sister, crochet—and it’s doing so just in time for your seasonal home décor refresh. Macrame wall hangings give your space a bunch of different ways to add texture to your living, bedroom, entryway, and the list goes on. Macramé (as opposed to crochet) involves tying knots into a given fiber; whereas, crochet involves creating loops with yarn. Both methods result in a piece that feels both organic and complex—and absolutely perfect for those who dig the bohemian vibes. Whether you’re looking for an effortless way to integrate some texture into your apartment or just add a unique piece instead of a headboard, this crafty tre...

Different types of crystals and stones have long been touted for their alleged wellness-boosting and mood-improving benefits — as well as a laundry list of additional metaphysical properties. Regardless of whether or not you believe that crystals offer magical healing powers or not, their aesthetic appeal as home décor items is pretty much undeniable. For instance, turquoise, Lithium Quartz, and Tiger’s Eye have all been associated with promoting improved emotional balance, while Pink Opal, Aquamarine, and Celestine are thought to have stress-reducing properties. Some advocates of crystal’s therapeutic virtues proudly carry around an assortment of these shimmering stones and crystals around with them each day to protect and improve their spiritual, mental, and physical wellbeing, while others just fancy them as whimsical home décor pieces. Either way, crystals are all the rage right now, and they’re actually much more affordable than you may think. While we’re certainly not qualif...

We know fall can be a stressful time, since it marks the end of the year. That’s why you most certainly deserve to unwind and destress by treating yourself to some new clothes . And it’s not all for nothing—you can buy that cute handbag you’ve been eyeing for weeks , or you can make an impulse buy at midnight because, frankly, life’s too short.  It sounds easy, but there are so many sales to comb through that it can get a tad overwhelming. Where do I go online? What’s on sale? Which retailers have the absolute best sales? We’re here to tell you not to worry, sis, because we’ve got you covered.  RELATED: The 50 Best Affordable Online Shopping Sites For Folks On A Budget   Several brands are hosting sales, like JCPenney , Kate Spade , and Abercrombie & Fitch .   You can be sure to count on Amazon and Nordstrom , though, to always serve up unbeatable discounts. Each of them are doing sale events so big, you’d think it were Black Friday. At this point, I ...