You do not need 50 pairs of expensive shoes to look elegant, just the right few. The best ones lift an outfit and help you feel put together without giving up comfort. These six styles can take you from errands to dinners and from casual weekends to chic events, whatever your budget. Here is what…
The shoes you wear can change how a whole outfit looks, and the wrong pair can undo a combination that otherwise works well. A few simple guidelines cover most situations, and they depend on the cut of the bottom, its length, the fabric and your own body proportions. This guide goes through pants, skirts and…
Fall 2026 brings fresh takes on classic autumn pieces, with richer colors, more interesting shapes and easy layering. None of these trends ask you to change your style completely, since they fit into the wardrobe you already own. Here are the ten biggest ones and some simple ways to wear each. Statement Outerwear Coats and…
Small style slips can throw off an otherwise good work outfit, and most of them are easy to correct. Years of office life make the same ones show up again and again, from visible underwear to bags that smell. Here are eleven of them, along with simple fixes for each. Wearing a Bra Under a…
Work holiday parties can be tricky, since you want to look festive without going full glam. These six looks lean polished, elegant and fun, and each one stays suitable for an office setting. Here is what goes into every outfit, along with the styling choices that hold it together. A Polished Party Look With Satin…
Summer gel nails in 2026 mix Y2K nostalgia with glossy, modern finishes, from pearl glitter and neon citrus art to clean girl minimalism and sculpted 3D flowers. The 26 designs below cover a range of shapes and lengths, and each one comes with tips on how to get the look. Use them to find a…
Summer acrylic nails in 2026 favor sculpted 3D details, glass-like finishes and ultra-vibrant color. The 28 designs below range from soft coquette florals to loud Y2K neons, across short, long, coffin, stiletto and square shapes. Each one includes practical advice for recreating it, so you can pick a set that suits your length and your…
Summer pedicures in 2026 move between clean French tips and neon abstracts, with glossy marbles and velvety mattes adding texture. The 30 designs below cover solid shades, animal prints, florals and sparkle, and each one comes with practical steps for getting the look at home or showing it to your technician. Use them to find…
USA-themed manicures in 2026 are moving away from plain stripes toward eclectic, 1990s-inspired designs with pop art, plaid, fruit and glitter. The 30 designs below range from minimal negative-space sets to full pop art looks, and each one includes practical steps for recreating it. Use them to find a patriotic set that fits your nail…
Bright summer nails in 2026 favor high-octane color, from Barbiecore pinks to citrus-slice neons, with textures like 3D water droplets, matte blocks and cat-eye shimmer. The 27 designs below cover solid shades, mismatched sets, fruit art and swirls, and each one includes practical advice for recreating it. Use them to find a set that suits…
Vacation nails in summer 2026 lean on vivid color, raised 3D details and playful fruit art. The 30 designs below run from sunset ombres to Y2K neon swirls and tropical mermaid themes. Each one includes practical tips you can use yourself or pass to your nail technician before a trip. 1. Pink Ombre Flower And…
Funky summer nails in 2026 trade minimalist clean girl looks for expressive color, retro patterns and futuristic textures. The 27 designs below range from mismatched prints and psychedelic swirls to 3D dewdrops and butterfly charms, and each one includes practical steps for recreating it. Use them to find a set that fits your length and…