Art & Fashion

“I Have Nothing To Wear!” Yes, You Do — You Just Have Decision Fatigue

Life can often feel like a series of endless decisions. On any given morning, you might find yourself staring at your wardrobe, frozen by the breadth of decisions needed to get dressed. You’re trying to decide which of your...

29 Essential Buys, According To R29 Readers In January

Prepare for 29 essential new-year-new-me buys, according to you. We can't guarantee that they'll help you knock out your 2024 resolutions, but one thing's for sure: This list isn't one to miss. Out of our hundreds of recs from...

Take It From A Fitness Instructor: These Are The Best Brands To Work Out In

Photo: Courtesy of Kendall Becker.While I spent years doing competitive cheerleading, following high school I never considered myself a “fitness girl.” Working out became a chore. As such, shopping for workout clothes that I was only going to begrudgingly...

Every Type Of Lingerie Gift To Buy Your S.O. (Or Yourself)

Gift giving is rarely easy. Anyone who's gotten an awkward, "Err thanks..." post-exchange can attest to that. Sure, if you get the wrong present for your mom, per say, or your best friend, you’re unlikely to get anything more...

How To Style Gray, The Not-So-Lackluster Color Trend Taking Over Fashion

All linked products are independently selected by our editors. If you purchase any of these products, we may earn a commission.It’s often said that life is all about embracing the gray areas. And when it comes to 2024 fashion,...

Dress to Impress In The Most Popular Spring Wedding Dress Trends — From Rosettes to Bows

Photo: Courtesy of Alamour.As everything starts to look a bit sunnier, odds are that you've found yourself on the guest list of several upcoming spring weddings. To help, we've gathered all the best spring wedding guest dresses based on...

Shop The Final Restock Of The boygenius x Catbird Collab Fresh Off Their Grammy Wins

Photo: Courtesy of Catbird.At Refinery29, we’re here to help you navigate this overwhelming world of stuff. All of our market picks are independently selected and curated by the editorial team. If you buy something we link to on our...

Take It From Me, The Best Workout Clothes Are Ones You Already Own

Photo: Courtesy of Ebony-Renee Baker.Ready to work out in my dad's old t-shirt and leggingsA couple weeks ago I was sifting through my drawers, looking for a full gym top. Not a crop top, not a lone sports bra,...

3 Plus-Size Valentine’s Outfit Ideas That Will Have You Heart-Eyed

Photo: Courtesy of Sarah Chiwaya.The official season of romance is upon us, and with it comes the perennial question of what to wear for Valentine's Day. I love any excuse to dress on theme, but I also value versatility...

For Us, By Us: 21 Businesses Owned By Black Women & Nonbinary Folx

1 of 21Cavo CandlesThis Black-women- and sister-owned brand incorporates heaps of personality into each of its aromatic jars. We're talking creative names ("Direct Deposit" to "After A Good Cry," "Blushing," and more), correlating Spotify playlists, and cute packaging with...

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The Joy in Every Step: Why Surrogacy Is About More Than the Baby

There’s a quiet, sacred moment that happens in every surrogacy journey. It’s not captured in medical charts or contracts—it’s...