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Will This Magical Towel Actually Make Your Hair Less Frizzy? Five women test an Amazon favorite.
By Kathleen Hou
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Can This Jade Roller Make Me Smile Again? Ah, a few moments’ peace. 
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How Did the CEO Meltdown Become Ordinary? Why we couldn’t look away from Brandon Truaxe’s social-media collapse.
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pretty simple
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that's a good look
This Slicker Is Almost Too Good to Save for a Rainy Day A wildly stylish all-red outfit.
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sealed with a kiss
A History of Lipstick As Warfare How lipstick has been used to both oppress and overcome.
By Arabelle Sicardi
parties!
The Best-est Party Looks of the Week One awe-inspiring look from every fête that mattered.
By Jessica Boddy

Power

women and power
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women and power
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women and power
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‘My Co-worker Is Rude and Unprofessional!’
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New York Times features writer Taffy Brodesser-Akner on her morning routine, tips for interviewing celebrities, being a “mystery brunette,” and yes, her wellness routine.

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Madame Clairevoyant: Horoscopes for the Week of October 15 If the world throws obstacles in your path this week, know that it will also offer gifts.
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The Embarrassing Private Languages of Couples Why can’t we stop saying awful things like “diggle dog”?
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The Kardashians Attempt to Play Ball And an “art-shaming” prank comes to an end, on this week’s recap.
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you know what i heard
The Summer of Celebrity Engagements is Officially Over
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legends
Photographing Dorothy Donegan, the Pianist Who Loved Chanel For his new book, Jazz, Arthur Elgort told tales of the best pianist he knew.
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Everything We Know About Channing Tatum Dating Jessie J And more in this week’s celebrity gossip column.
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