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In The Chair With: Geoff Cathcart

“In The Chair” spotlights the incredible hairstylists and makeup artists in our community who are giving us major inspiration. Each week, they discuss their personal…

How Nia Long’s First Met Gala Glam Came Together 

Nia Long exuded timeless elegance for her Met Gala debut, stepping onto the carpet in her signature natural glam. She paired the understated beauty look…

Get Ready With Misty Copeland For The 2026 Met Gala

Misty Copeland is the embodiment of grace and poise. And not just because of her out-of-this-world dance abilities that have blazed a trail in the…

Olandria’s Best Red Carpet Beauty & Style Moments

Last night, the Met Gala missed out on one star we’ve all been swooning over: Olandria! The morning of the carpet, her makeup artist Ngozi…

Why I’ll Be Reaching For This Whipped Body Butter All Summer

In an industry with an overwhelming amount of product launches daily, The Empties Edit helps you cut through the noise. To help you find your…

Rihanna’s Met Gala Beauty Look Was Gold—Literally! 

When you hear the word “coils,” textured hair is the obvious reference. Tonight, however, Rihanna arrived at the Met Gala with a different interpretation. Her…

Essence Festival Performer Cardi B Wore Marc Jacobs To The 2026 Met Gala 

Essence Festival 2026 performer Cardi B wore custom Marc Jacobs to the 2026 Met Gala. This look is a continuation of a fashion streak that…

Beyoncé Rocked A Diamond Skeleton To The 2026 Met Gala

It’s been 10 years since Beyoncé last attended the Met Gala. But, tonight, she’s serving as more than just a co-chair. This year’s theme celebrated…

Our Favorite Looks From The 2026 Met Gala

And just like that, it’s the first Monday in May. This year’s Met Gala theme? Fashion is art. That said, attendees were tasked with interpreting…

Inside The 2026 Black Hair Reimagined Show

On Friday night, fantasy hair fanatics flocked to New York’s Altman building for the second edition of the city’s most-loved hair show, Black Hair Reimagined….