What a Beautiful Girl Wants: Raine Michaels

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You’ve seen Raine Michaels before, but not like this. 

The 18-year-old daughter of Poison frontman Bret Michaels and actress Kristi Gibson is on a mission to ascend the ranks of the ultra-competitive modeling industry. 

She’s already clinched one of the “Sweet 16” spots in the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit model search—a feat made even more impressive when her career’s modest beginnings are taken into account. 

“My mom and a couple of good friends of mine told me to try out for modeling,” Raine told Maxim. “I finally listened, went in and got signed. It was so exciting!” 

We caught up with the stunning rock heiress to ask about her guiltiest pleasures, sexiest fantasies, and what it’s like to call Bret Michaels “Dad.” Listen up! 

What’s the coolest thing about growing up with a rock star for a father? 

My dad is a free-spirited guy who taught us to always believe in ourselves. He loves playing music and touring so it was awesome being able to go up on stage with him and sing. He has great connections and a lot of his friends are talented musicians, so I have always gotten to go to a lot of amazing concerts and meet other artists. 

It’s also been bittersweet because he toured so much that I didn’t get to see him as much as I would like to. But he goes out of his way to come see me and we still always have the best time.

How has your dad supported you throughout your modeling career?

Both my dad and mom have been extremely supportive and extremely protective of me throughout my modeling career.


As parents should! Speaking of modeling, w
hat are your biggest career highlights?

By far my biggest career highlights were making the top 16 of the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit model search, walking in their fashion show, and, of course, meeting the stunning Kate Upton. I also had a small guest spot in Sharknado 6, which was really fun and cool because I got see into the acting world. I would love to get into acting.

I could see it! What’s the secret to snapping a sexy selfie?

The right angles and lighting. And a good smize.

Definitely didn’t just Google “smize.” How can a man catch your attention?

I love a man that knows what he wants. Confidence, not arrogance, is key. Show me a diamond smile and I’m all yours.


What’s the worst pickup line you’ve ever heard?

Now that I’m in Tennessee for college, the worst one I’ve heard by far is “Are you from Tennessee? Because you’re the only ten I see.”

LOL. How do you let a man know you’re interested?

I smile and talk a lot. My body language also totally gives it away.

Describe your ideal date.

Anything that is intimate or fun where we can get to know each other—I’m not super picky. Ideal examples would be a candlelit dinner on the beach, going to an amusement park, seeing a concert, or spending time at a museum. I’m a total museum nerd.

Interesting! What about a man turns you on the most?

Confidence, ambition, passion and a good sense of humor. I also look at a man’s smile and eyes.

When do you feel sexiest?

I feel sexiest when I am feeling comfortable, and most of the time that’s when I’m wearing jeans and a body suit or a bikini. 

You definitely look comfortable on camera. Any sexy fantasies?

All I’m gonna say is it involves a little Ed Sheeran playing. The rest is for my man to find out.

Fair enough. What’s your favorite thing to do in the bedroom?

Other than binge-watch Riverdale or The Vampire Diaries and sleep? I’ll leave that up to the imagination…

Stumped us again! What should a man never do in the bedroom?

Touch my feet. I’m super ticklish.

What are your guiltiest pleasures?

Ketchup chips from Canada because I am half Canadian, white chocolate Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups, Nicholas Sparks movies, and, currently, the song “Like To Be You” by Shawn Mendes.

For more, follow Raine Michaels on Instagram

Ric Flair’s Wedding Was as Bonkers As You Might Expect

Ric Flair got married for a fifth time in a spectacle definitely worthy of the over-the-top pro wrestling icon known as “The Nature Boy.”

A white-suit clad Flair, 69, and his bride, former WCW wrestler Wendy Barlow, danced their way down the aisle to the hit 2017 song “Ric Flair Drip” at the Pearl Hotel in Florida. Pretty appropriate for a guy who once claimed to have slept with more than 10,000 women, right? 

The New York Post has more details:

Iconic “woo” shouts were heard from guests as the 69-year-old rolled in wearing an all-white suit with a rose in his hand, to match the one worn on his lapel.

There was plenty of WWE royalty in attendance, with The Undertaker, Finlay and Michael Hayes all noted guests. Former world champion Dolph Ziggler had a special part to play in the wedding, giving Barlow away.

Dwayne Johnson’s mother, Ata Johnson, was another guest as she enjoyed the bash wearing a maroon blouse and slacks.

Ex-NBA star turned wannabe North Korea diplomat Dennis Rodman was snapped wearing a wild suit alongside Flair and fellow wrestling legend The Undertaker, who amazingly appears to be double-fisting two whiskeys in one hand here:

Flair has been with Barlow for six years, though the couple have known each other for considerably longer.

The 58-year-old Barlow competed in World Championship Wrestling as Fifi during the 1990s. Flair started competing in the WCW back in the early ’90s.

One of Barlow’s storylines involved being Flair’s maid. Barlow also got involved with Flair’s WCW match with Rick Rude at Fall Brawl 1993.

The 16-time world champion had plenty to celebrate after nearly dying in the hospital last year. Flair was placed in a medically induced coma, and was on life support for 10 days.

He claimed that medical problems — which included kidney failure and bowel issues — were due to his habit of downing nearly 20 drinks a day.

It’s good to see Naitch back in business. Check out some of his wedding highlights here:

19 Under-$50 Dresses to Wear With Ankle Boots This Fall

While it’s easy to find stylish dresses in the hundreds (even thousands) these days, it’s always refreshing to come across a few that you love without the chill-inducing price tag. At least, I feel that way, and lately, I’ve been getting the sense that we’re on the same page, which is why I thought you guys would too.

Seeing as fall is right around the corner, I figured it might be the perfect time to round up such frocks (and, of course, jumpsuits) so that you can make your life easier and style them with ankle boots all season long. From bold florals to of-the-moment animal prints to flattering stripes and of course a few utility-inspired ones, simply continue on to shop the best under-$50 dresses and jumpsuits from our Who What Wear collection right now.

Also available in more sizes.
Also available in more sizes.

Up next? Our favorite boot brands to wear with all these dresses, naturally.

These Expensive-Looking Heels Are the Best $35 You’ll Spend This Month

“I want my outfit to look like it cost less than it really did,” said no one ever. Faking an expensive wardrobe is something we’ve touched on before, breaking down the styling tricks and key fall trends to shop if you want others to assume you’re wealthier than you might actually be. One thing’s clear: You don’t have to go out and spend a fortune in order to look good. In fact, the amount you actually spend shopping has nothing to do with an expensive-looking outfit. It’s all in the details.

We’ve identified a singular shoe trend that always looks elevated, polished, and—yes—like it comes with an impressive price tag: mock-croc shoes. While not actually made of crocodile skin (because $$$), the print closely resembles the real thing. Enter: our Who What Wear collection version. We may be a little biased, but we happen to strongly believe our Suri Faux Leather Croc Heeled Mule Pumps are the wisest way to spend $35 this month (and this whole season, if we’re being honest).

See street style outfits that prove how elevated the shoe trend is, and then shop our version.

Next, shop every fall clothing trend for under $60.

The It Shoes From All of Fashion Week Cost $50

Three is a trend, but we spotted at least six iterations of Tevas on the runways of New York Fashion Week. We think that makes for a certifiable craze.

While the return of practical, arguably “ugly” shoes is an old concept by now—Havaiana flips-flops, Crocs, and Birkenstocks have been in and out of rotation as well—it makes a strong statement when so many different designers agree on the same footwear to represent their new collections. For S/S 19, the message couldn’t have been clearer: Get yourself a pair of Teva sandals.

Luckily, like with the practical and polarizing shoe trends that came before it, we’re looking at a very low buy-in to try this trend for ourselves. The original two-strap Teva sandals cost $50. If you want something a bit bolder, the chunkier flatform pairs begin at $60 while the completely tricked-out pairs à la Area’s crystal ones are a bit more of an investment.

Scroll down for all six examples of Tevas and Teva-inspired sandals at the New York shows. We’ll keep our eyes peeled the rest of fashion month to determine whether this trend goes international.

The Chicest Intimates of the Moment

Believe it or not, just like tops, shoes, and bags, intimates go through trends. While certain pieces will always have their moment (you can never have too many black lace bras), there are also unexpected lingerie trends worth checking out. Ever heard of naked or keyhole underwear? We hadn’t either, but they’re everywhere, and it’s officially time to try them. Since the world of intimates is vast and daunting, we’ve done the hard work for you and rounded up the chicest lingerie of the moment. Whether you like structured underwire bras, unlined bralettes, or just a new slip to wear to sleep, there’s something for you here. Shop our favorites below.

Perfect for under your favorite white tee.
Your classic T-shirt bra, reimagined.
Perfect for everyday wear.
You can even wear it for a night out.
So chic.
Satin underwear, anyone?
The slip of our dreams.
Try the naked underwear trend.
Comfortable and chic.
Very cheeky.
We love the velvet touch. 
Try the keyhole trend.

Up next, have you read our Fall Issue yet?

Older Models Who Ruled NYFW, Including One Badass 69-Year-Old

It’s no secret that fashion week runways typically employ models of a certain age—a young age. Catwalks across the globe from New York to London to Milan to Paris and beyond primarily feature women in their late teens to mid-twenties. While there are plenty of these ladies who we adore (Kaia Gerber, Taylor Hill, Binx Walton come to mind) we can’t help but long for representation of different ages. After all, these designers are selling to women at every age and most women who can afford designer clothing are generally more established in their careers and thus older. With this on the mind, we noticed a handful of fashion shows during New York Fashion Week that embraced age diversity and we immediately started taking note. From an artist who walked in the Maryam Nassir Zadeh show to a 69-year-old who marched down the catwalk in lingerie, scroll down to see the “older” models who killed it during New York Fashion Week and shop our picks from each of the brands to embrace the movement.

Want more fashion week coverage? Click to find out the unofficial, unspoken rules of attending.

22 Rehearsal Dinner Dresses for Cool Brides

As far as bridal wedding attire goes, it’s the wedding dress that gets the majority of the attention (as it should), but there are other things to think about that should be more than just an afterthought, e.g., your rehearsal dinner dress. The evening before the main event is usually more relaxed, so you can have a little more fun with your dress.

Many brides choose to stick with the white or blush theme, but others choose to think outside the box a bit and wear something blue, metallic, or even red. The most important factor when it comes to your rehearsal dinner dress is that you feel beautiful enough and it’s special enough to stand out, even if other attendees are wearing the same color or style of dress. 

Since few rules apply when it comes to choosing the perfect rehearsal dinner dress, it can be a bit overwhelming, so we took the initiative and found 21 dresses that would suit the momentous occasion beautifully. 

You can’t go wrong with this classic silhouette. 
Perfect for a destination wedding in Mexico.
Make a statement by wearing an unexpected hue.
For the minimalist bride to be.
Can you see why Self-Portrait is a go-to brand for rehearsal dinner dresses?
One of our favorite wedding dress designers also makes beautiful cocktail attire.
For brides that favor a modern aesthetic. 
A fun rehearsal dinner calls for a fun dress.
We love how cool this looks with black heels.
Ballerina vibes.
Simple and chic for the win.
This can easily be dressed up or down with the help of your chosen accessories. 
Now this is a party dress.
A lace shift dress works for occasions both formal and less so.
Because you’ve probably already spent an arm and a leg on this weeding. 
If you want to wear red, you should wear red.
The perfect option for a seaside wedding.
The cool girl way to do glamour.
Pair these with strappy red or metallic sandals for a festive vibe.
It’s impossible not to be the center of attention in this dress.
Because not all rehearsal dinners are fancy.
Why not choose a rehearsal dinner dress you can wear again?

This post was originally published at an earlier date and has been updated. 

SJP Wore Madewell Skinny Jeans With Quite the Polarizing Shoe Choice

A couple things we love: Sarah Jessica Parker and Madewell skinny jeans. Put the two together, and it’s newsworthy to us. Stepped out today for an appearance at her namesake store in New York, SJP was seen wearing a look that’s more classic than what she usually goes for. Of course, as we know, the perfect jeans don’t require a lot of bells and whistles.

The jeans in question are Madewell’s black high-rise button-through skinnies, complete with a bit of stretch and a cropped raw hem. Based on the celebrity endorsement, five-star rating with 142 reviews, and $135 price tag, we’re pretty sure that you should buy them if you’re in the market for a new pair of skinny jeans for fall. With the jeans, SJP wore a cropped white button-down shirt and a shoe style that we don’t often see: high-heel Oxfords. While they may give some people pause, you have to admit that they look quite cool with the simple outfit, so we, for one, are certainly not opposed.

The sparkly shoes are from her brand’s upcoming fall collection, but you can shop a similar pair, as well as the ultra-flattering jeans, below.