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We Shopped for the Very Best Bronzers so You Wouldn't Have to—Here's Our List

Don't misunderstand. We love a sculpted , sun-kissed, bronzed moment 365 days a year, but there's truly no more opportune time than summer to find a new favorite bronzer. Or, if you're like us, multiple . The thing is, the best bronzers on the market have seriously evolved over the years, and no more are the muddy, orange-hued pans we used to smear on our faces circa high school. These days, we have more options than we know what to do with. Some  drugstore bronzers are best suited for our perpetually hungry wallets, some are great for contouring, some are nontoxic , some are shimmery, some are matte, some are creamy, and some are powdery. With limitless possibilities, pinpointing the best bronzer for your unique complexion, skin tone, and makeup aesthetic can suddenly feel like brain surgery. (Okay, maybe not, but you catch our drift.)  To lend a helping hand, we scoured the internet to find the best bronzers to satisfy even the nitpickiest of bronzer shoppers. ...

I've Basically Become a Bikini Instagram Expert—These 6 Styles Photograph Best

Bikinis hold a special place in my heart. Swimwear was the very first market I was assigned to edit when I became a fashion editor, and now, after years of discovering the latest trends, meeting designers, and working on photo shoots, I’ve become quite the bikini expert. From retro maillots and  barely there bikinis  to swim skirts and the return of the low rise , I've seen and tried them all. Thus, my Instagram has become a true testament to my ongoing love affair with bikinis.  We are inundated with bikini styles, colors, patterns, and fabrics to choose from ( not a terrible situation) , and it can be challenging to filter through and find the silhouettes that work best for you. Even though I have bins overflowing with every single bikini style you can imagine, I tend to remain loyal to the same six styles that are flattering and, of course, Insta-approved. I err on the side of high-cut, cheekier bottoms, as we’ve admitted the thong bikini trend made its r...

Petite Girls, Rejoice—You'll Be Wearing These Dresses All Summer

When you're under 5'4", finding the perfect summer dress can prove to be next to impossible. Minidresses become midi dresses, midi dresses become maxi dresses, and maxi dresses stay in the forgotten section of your closet because you haven't found a tailor you trust. How familiar does this story sound? However, this summer, this saga doesn't have to be the same. Petite girls, rejoice—we've made it our mission to find the best petite dresses on the market that are sure to become your second skin for the next few months. There are playful maxi dresses that will actually fit your height, midi dresses that will give you the right amount of coverage, and minidresses with statement sleeves and cute details that are anything but short on style. Ahead see why there's no need to drown in extra fabric any longer. Florals in a silhouette that won't drown you.  Available in sizes XXS to XL.  Buttons add a nice touch to a simple dress.  Available in sizes 00 t...