Month: December 2018

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Janelle Monáe Brought Christina Aguilera–esque Chaps to the Red Carpet

Why wear a boring red carpet dress when you can wear a badass pantsuit-chaps hybrid? Janelle Monáe walked the red carpet at the Billboard Women in Music Awards on Thursday night wearing a Gareth Pugh look that reminded us of Christina Aguilera’s famous chaps moment in her 2002 Dirrty music video (although Monáe’s is considerably less revealing). Who doesn’t love a fun business-on-top, party-on-the-bottom look? 

Elsewhere on the red carpet, Ariana Grande wore her signature over-the-knee boots with a bubble-hem dress, while both Ashley Graham and Dua Lipa made crop tops look impossibly chic. Graham teamed hers with sophisticated black trousers, while Lipa wore coordinating khaki pants. Alicia Keys went for a striking red pantsuit that might just be the perfect holiday party look. Scroll down to see the best red carpet looks from the Billboard Women in Music Awards.

On Monáe: Gareth Pugh pantsuit
WHO: Dua Lipa
WHO: Ariana Grande
WHO: Ashley GrahamWEAR: Stella Luna Strass Chain Sandals in Black
WHO: Alicia Keys
WHO: Alex Belle and Isis Valentino
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How to Pull Off Sneakers With Your Holiday Outfits

Sneakers of all styles are insanely popular at the moment, and as a result, we’re starting to spot them being worn to just about every kind of occasion. With the holiday season getting started, it’s no surprise that our editors are looking for clever ways to wear the sporty shoe option to their next party. Before you ask, yes, this is totally doable—it all comes down to what you wear with your sneakers.

If you take a close look at how the fashion crowd is pulling off this sporty shoe style at parties, there are some reoccurring outfit formulas we keep seeing time and time again. The first formula is pretty straightforward: All you need is a chic solid or printed pantsuit and you’ll be good to go.

Another no-fuss outfit option is to pair a basic knit like a black turtleneck with statement-making pants in a vibrant hue or luxe animal print. For those leaning towards wearing a skirt, the trend is to opt for an interesting pick with metallic, sheer or bold print details. Out of all the options, our favorite way to master the sneaker party look is to pair the sneakers with a Scandi girl–inspired printed midi dress and to top off the ensemble with a leather moto jacket or smart blazer.

For some great inspiration on how to wear your most beloved sneakers to your next holiday festivities, read on to check out all the best holiday outfits with sneakers.

Charlotte Groeneveld boldly pairs a metallic silver bell-sleeved dress with futuristic sneakers from designer Louis Vuitton.

Blogger Jessie Bush gives off cool-girl vibes with a green pants suit, pink statement socks, and white sneakers.

British blogger Lucy Williams pairs her white sneakers with a maxi floral printed dress, black mini bag, and leather moto jacket.

These French sneakers add the perfect contrast to any look.

Aimee Song makes a case for a party-ready pink suit with sneakers.

Darja Barannik makes a bold statement in a long black coat, metallic silver snakeskin-embossed pants, and green sneakers.

Try classic high-top Converse sneakers with a playful skirt for the ultimate holiday look.

You’ll never run out of ways to wear this classic pair of sneakers.

For a playful party outfit, try a bright, printed midi dress with a leather moto jacket and head-turning earrings. 

A pleated metallic skirt and minimalist sneakers make a festive yet sporty pairing.

These minimalist kicks go with just about every outfit.

Here’s a street style–inspired way to wear a black holiday dress with sneakers.

We’re taking notes on this sleek outfit with a blazer, maxi dress and trendy sock sneakers.

At $100, these designer-inspired sneakers are a must.

The holidays are the perfect time to break out a pair of bright-pink pants.

Fashion influencer Linda Tol gives her holiday-perfect velvet suit a sporty touch with sneakers.

These sneakers can take you from the gym to your next event.

Give a sequinned dress the cool-girl treatment with bright white sneakers.

NYC-based blogger Karen Blanchard paired her ruffled black dress with retro sneakers.

Keep your holiday look effortless by pairing a printed dress with an interesting mini bag and standout sneakers.

In need of last-minute holiday party style inspiration? Make sure to check out our latest roundup of no-fuss outfit ideas.

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7 Holiday Travel Tips We Swear By

We get it: The traveling part of getting to your final destination is never fun, especially during the holiday season. You already have so much on your plate this time of year with work, get-togethers, and other events. Then, at the airport, the lines tend to be longer, the crowds tend to be bigger, and the flights are much fuller than usual, which means that there is much more of an opportunity for things to go south. There are, however, some surefire ways to make the journey a lot less stressful.

Having spent a lot of time traveling (thanks to work and personal trips), our editors have gotten enough experience under our belts to have learned some helpful holiday travel tips along the way, especially when it comes to dealing with flights.

The tips we’ve picked up cover everything from how we plan our day-of-travel outfit to what pieces will come in handy as we pack our carry-on bag to how we opt to organize all that we are bringing with us. This makes the journey much more of a breeze and helps guarantee a more relaxing flight to boot, which makes a huge difference. While traveling, unfortunately, leaves a lot out of our control, at least we can have some peace of mind by putting these tips into action.

Keep reading to check out our top holiday travel tips of the moment, plus shop all the products we rely on to make the trip (or trips!) go as smoothly as possible.

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Classic black leggings are a favorite for most since they go with just about everything.

These jeans are flattering and offer the perfect amount of stretch.

You won’t regret wearing a pair of elevated sweatpants, especially when paired with stylish pieces.

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With its contoured design, you can get some shut-eye without having to worry about smudging your eye makeup.

Loud neighbor? Crying baby on board? With these noise-blocking headphones, your playlist or in-flight movie will go uninterrupted.

Bring your travel pillow to the next level with this luxe silk pillow. It’s perfect for getting a comfortable sleep angle in your seat, protects your hair from getting frizzy, and helps to keep your skin wrinkle-free.

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This lightweight coat adds a polished feel and much-needed warmth during the colder months.

Swap out your usual denim jacket for this sherpa version. It’s perfect for adding some texture.

A wrap is a favorite for keeping warm in cold airports and chilly flights. It doubles as a stylish piece and an extremely cozy blanket.

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This jewelry case is a godsend. It allows you to safely travel with all your prized pieces and keep them from getting tangled and damaged in the process.

This sleek-looking set is great for storing cosmetics and all the in-flight skin treatments you have planned. Plus, they can be monogrammed and come in a bunch of colors.

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These black boots have a convenient zipper on the side, making it easy to take them off and put back on in airport security.

These cool sneakers are super easy to slip on or off.

These warm loafers are so easy to wear. Bonus tip: Bring a pair of socks to quickly slip on when you have to remove these in the security line.

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This is one of the most popular carry-on bags at the moment, and we’re not surprised—it has a much-needed battery so you can charge your phone and other gadgets on the go.

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Rather than throw your ID or passport and boarding ticket back in your bag, try a travel wallet to keep everything in one place.

A travel wallet keeps all your important documents right where you need them. This helps you to avoid wasting time searching for them while checking in, going through security, and boarding your flight.

For more comfortable travel outfit inspiration, check out model and actress Cami Marrone’s cozy look.