After shopping during the holiday season, I wanted to put a pause on buying new clothes for a bit. But after doing market research for a few upcoming stories, there were a few basics I discovered that I thought could be worth considering. The items in question all skew on the affordable side (under $75) and fall in the trend-forward-basics category, so they’re elevated yet still highly versatile.The specific pieces I’m considering include this H&M coat and these Zara trousers. I also thought...

Welcome to I Tried It Month, where we’ll be publishing a new fashion, beauty, or wellness article every day in January that features a first-person account of shaking up an old habit, pushing beyond a comfort zone, or simply trying something new. Follow along for 31 days of storytelling, including everything from going without a cell phone for 40 days to trying the polarizing low-rise-pants trend.Some people bring home a significant other for the holidays. I brought home a robust lineup ...

Makeup sets are truly the gift that keeps on giving. Whether you're looking for the right brushes, a few multitaskers, or simply a way to streamline your routine, they really never let you down. Now, normally I would say they make the perfect holiday or birthday gift, but honestly, why stop there? You should make it a point to snag them all for yourself, really. I like to think of it as making a wise investment in your future. After all, many of the best makeup gift sets are limited edition—me...

If I’m having a bad day, you can guarantee that I’ll book myself a pedicure appointment. Nothing lifts my mood quite like looking at my toes and seeing a fun color and perfectly squared off nails. Even though I love going to the salon, it’s perhaps even more satisfying to paint my toenails at home—as long as I have the right colors in my arsenal. There are a lot of trending pedicure colors this year, but there’s one overarching theme: joy. “Colors that bring you pure joy will be big...