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Buzz Feed
19 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Buzz Feed
28 Genuinely Cool TikTok-Approved Things You Won't Forget About 5 Seconds After You Scroll By
A NeeDoh "Dream Drop," the latest release from the *elite* Needoh sensory fidget toy line for anyone who wants to add more calm and focus to their day. This goo-filled, delightfully colorful fidget has a satisfying squish with a "slow rise" before going back to its original shape. Reviewers also love that it doesn't have the kind of stickiness that picks up debris and makes it hard to clean. A Baccarat Rouge 540-inspired moisturizing body wash infused with white jasmine, red currant, and sweet amber that reviewers swear by for a cheap alternative to keep that delectably luxe scent on them all day long. Nothing wrong with smelling a lil' ~~expensive~~! A set of faux coffee table books inspired by the iconic (and verrrry expensive) Assouline travel series, except with a ~secret~ — these all open with a magnetic lid to become storage compartments. Now you can either declutter your coffee table by stashing your knick knacks, or hide your valuables by putting these books on a shelf! Nuts 'N More's Chocolate Maple Pretzel Peanut Butter Spread, which just put so many beautiful words in such a small space that I am salivating just TYPING them. Whomstsoever thought up a flavor so perfectly sweet, salty, crunchy, and smooth at the same time deserves to only ever get green lights and always have their pillowcase cool. Lumify Eye Drops, a product so beloved by TikTok that despite being more $$ than other brands, it's the number one selling brand on Amazon right now. Reviewers swear by this for instant reduction in redness in their eyes, with visible differences within a minute of use. A TikTok-famous "Soft" perfume rollerball that honestly has no right smelling so delectable and layering so well considering it's only five cash dollars. Reviewers are obsessed with the scent's warm sweetness with a hint of citrusy zest, comparing it to waffle cones, lemon pound cake, and warm vanilla scones ... and this $65 bottle of Pink Sugar 👀. Murdle, Volume 1, a true essential for anyone who relaxes to true crime podcasts or Only Murders in the Building. The book is full of 100 mystery-themed logic puzzles with four different levels of difficulty that they can do solo or with pals, and in order or out of order (although if they do it in order, they get the full scoop on Deductive Logico and Inspector Irratino, whose hilarious misadventures guide you through the book). Clinique Almost Lipstick Tinted Lip Balm in Black Honey you're definitely going to want to stock up on *now*, before TikTokers go feral again (guilty as charged). This cult-classic, lightweight, slightly glossy shade is beyond "holy grail" status — it matches skin tones so beautifully that I'm personally starting to suspect witchcraft, after seeing so many TikToks of it subtly transforming entire beauty looks with just a few swipes. "Pocket World," an adult stress relief coloring book full of whimsical miniature Polly Pocket-esque worlds to color, with no two alike. I'm talking fairy gardens, tiny hygge-style living rooms, quirky restaurants, and more. Catrice "Instant Awake" Under Eye Brightener, which became the internet's holy grail for concealing and brightening dark circles under your eyes so fast that everyone's old concealers are doing double takes. This lightweight color-adapting formula is designed for truly ~invisible~ coverage that makes a drastic difference. Bachan's Japanese Barbecue Sauce, which is basically what happens when teriyaki sauce and barbecue sauce have an absurdly delicious baby. Reviewers are obsessed with putting this umami + savory + sweet sauce on just about everything they can. A beautifully packaged, travel-friendly Touchland Power Mist hydrating hand sanitizer for anyone who's like "mindfully practicing health and safety, but make it fashion." Unlike other sanitizer sprays, it's infused with aloe vera to keep your skin hydrated and has the most luxurious floral scents. A collapsible Magic Mushroom funnel so you can feel like an enchanted forest nymph while you funnel your coffee, wine, baking ingredients, or mystical potions. A cleverly designed rechargeable electric candle lighter with a flexible neck so you can light all your coziest, deepest candles without worrying about the "YIKES" of being near an open flame. This is also windproof and super portable for anyone looking for options to light candles or fires outside, too! A copy of Burn After Writing, a guided journal that tens of thousands of reviewers swear by — through a series of questions and thought experiments, it encourages people to take time away from their screens to explore their feelings, both new and old, so they can embrace meaningful ones and try to let others go. A set of pastel glitter highlighters I saw on Instagram recently and NEARLY BLACKED OUT from the cuteness. If you like highlighting your planner pages, favorite passages from books, or lines from your journal, please do yourself a favor and purchase these subtle but oh-so-sparkly colors to jazz them up ✨. E.l.f's brand new Lash XTNDR Tubing Mascara, a GODSEND for anyone with thin or fragile lashes. This uses lightweight ~tubing~ technology to wrap around lashes and give them a natural-looking, smudge-proof extension so good it almost looks fake. The real boon, though, is how easily the "tubes" slide off in clean, easy swipes at the end of the day when you're washing your face — absolutely no smudging, over-scrubbing, or special eye makeup removal products required. A Dazzle Dry mini kit for nails that not only dry HARD in five minutes like a gel manicure, but last as long as one. If you are a busy or impatient human, or just plain sick of siphoning money into gel manicures, I BEG YOU to switch over to this. It is by far the best thing I have ever done for the health of my nails and to save myself nail-related stress and time. MagicMinerals AirBrush Foundation, your new favorite alternative to Dior's (discontinued!!) Airflash that lives up to the hype — one quick spray of the foundation on the included brush, and it glides so smoothly and subtly over your skin texture that you'll feel like a makeup artist did it for you. Reviewers in their thirties, forties, and up especially swear by this lightweight but effective formula, and love that it's ridiculously easy to use. Kitsch's Zig Zag Headbands, an iconic callback to the '90s style with a chic modern update. This is designed to work for all hair types, letting you add some volume and cheeky playfulness to the rest of your look. Reviewers especially love that these don't give them headaches like other headbands! A set of vinyl coasters to give your coffee table a delightfully retro nostalgic touch *and* protect it from the perils of condensation. Death Wish Instant Coffee Packets so downright (dare I say, DANGEROUSLY) delicious that even the biggest coffee snobs you know might trade in their precious pour-overs. That is, if they can handle the 300mg of caffeine per cup 👀. A "flossing toothbrush" with two layers of bristles — regular firm bristles and longer ones that are ten times thinner to clean deep in between your teeth and gums to mimic flossing. Reviewers love how deep the clean feels, and also how soft it is on sensitive teeth! "The Forest Feast," yet another addition to the cult-favorite Magic Puzzle series so beloved on TikTok. Like the others before it, this isn't just a puzzle, but a whimsically illustrated, colorful journey — there are tons of Easter eggs in it, a collection of miniature scenes full of optical illusions and surprises, *plus* a magical twist at the end. You'll have to solve the puzzle to find out! A pair of ~dreamlux~ leggings made with an oh-so-buttery soft material reviewers compare to Lululemon's Align ... but WAY cheaper. If you're looking for a reliably squatproof, comfy, compressive legging, look no further than these. Essence's "What the Fake!" Plumping Lip Filler to give your lips a lil' extra ~vavoom~ — this tingly formula not only volumizes your lips, but it's made with hyaluronic acid and vitamin E to leave them extra moisturized and hydrated. A light-up flying orb that's basically like if an alien made a boomerang and then dropped it on Earth — it's designed to ricochet back when you throw it, so you'll feel like you're bending space and time from your own living room. Gravity WHOMST???? A rotating disco ball diffuser because sometimes "come on Barbie let's go party" secretly means "come on Barbie let's diffuse some citrus essential oils and try to shake off that afternoon nap." This lil' bub will give you the best of both worlds.
Forbes
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Forbes
New Fashion Books To Add To Your Summer Reading List
A floral buzzcut by Berlin-based hair and makeup artist Janina Zais. Summer is here, meaning the fashion world is, most likely, out on some tropical island. While global fashion weeks are just a few months away, many of us are looking for style inspiration. What better way to kick back on the beach, than with a good book? Here are five new fashion, wellness and beauty books that may inspire your next outfit, outing or stylish looks. NEW YORK, NEW YORK - MAY 05: (Exclusive Coverage) A view of the exhibit during the 2025 Met Gala Celebrating "Superfine: Tailoring Black Style" at Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 05, 2025 in New York City. (Photo by Arturo Holmes/MG25/Getty Images for The Met Museum/Vogue) This book, by By Monica L. Miller, is on sale at The MET Store at the Metropolitan Museum of Art. The book traces the theme that put this year's Met Gala on the map, and the history that precedes it, from a century old aesthetic to hip hop culture and beyond. Some artists featured in the book include Amy Sherald, Iké Udé, and André 3000. Work by artist Paul Rousteau This new Assouline book, Psychedelic Now: A Collective Fantasy of Hope, is a colorful romp through the history and current state of trippy culture. The writer Julia Chaplin says we're in the biggest "psychedelic renaissance" since the 1960s, and includes the artworks of Yayoi Kusama, FriendsWithYou, George Clinton, Kid Cudi, Bjarke Ingels and more. Browsing through this photo book, which is filled with technicolor, will likely spark your creativity. PARIS, FRANCE - MARCH 04: Rick Owens and Michele Lamy attend the "Le Grand Diner du Louvre" Passage Richelieu Photocall at Musee du Louvre on March 04, 2025 in Paris, France. (Photo by Pascal) This new Rizzoli book, which is out on July 8, looks into the life of the American fashion designer who launched his namesake line in 1994, and is based in Paris. His longtime muse and creative partner Michele Lamy is on the cover wearing one of his items. This book is slated to come out at the same time as Owens' first exhibition opens in Paris at the Palais Galliera, opening June 28. Hussein Chalayan Autumn-Wirnter 2000 Paris, France Hannibal Books just released a book called Fashion & Interiors: A Gendered Affair, which explores fashion and interior design. It traces the intersection between architecture and attire from the Victorian era to modern designers, like Le Corbusier, Raf Simons and Paul Poiret. This book is part of the exhibition Fashion & Interiors: A Gendered Affair on view at the MoMu, the Fashion Museum of Antwerp, which runs until August 3. City of Angels by Jasmine Benjamin This Damiani book by photographer Jasmine Benjamin captures the essence of Los Angeles style. It's a snapshot of westcoast style, something we don't always see, since everyone is always in their cars, driving. The book features over 120 portraits of L.A. creatives shot across the city, and celebrates the raw glamor of westocast street style and culture.
Yahoo
13-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
With a Foreword by Brunello Cucinelli, This Coffee Table Book Is a Father's Day Must-Have
John Pearson is known the world over as the first male supermodel, but it's the role of father that he considers his most important. 'I lost my father when I was 11, he was only 45,' he tells Robb Report. 'I fully support men speaking candidly, expressing what fatherhood means to them. It's healthy masculinity.' It's that sentiment that immediately drew Pearson to the latest project from photographer and author Claiborne Swanson Frank, a poignant collection of photographs and interviews with fathers and their children. Father and Child —available from Assouline just in time for Father's Day on June 15th—features more than fifty fathers with their children including Eli Manning, Craig Melvin, Jimmy Chin, Wes Gordon, Tommy Haas, James Van Der Beek, Rashid Johnson, Kevin Love, Tony Romo—and Brunello Cucinelli, with whom the photographer partnered to bring the project to life. The book follows Swanson Frank's Mother and Child , after which she felt it only natural to celebrate fathers all the same. 'As a mother of two boys who adore their father, I felt inspired to document and celebrate modern fatherhood the same way I did motherhood,' she says. More from Robb Report This New 10-Night Luxury Cruise Spotlights Mexico's Baja California Peninsula Bethenny Frankel Sold Her Historic Greenwich Estate in a Clandestine $7.8 Million Deal The Architects Behind the Musée Yves Saint Laurent Marrakesh Designed This $6.7 Million London Flat 'I sensed straight away that the elegance of her character is intrinsically bound to the passion she brings to her work,' says Cucinelli of coming on board to work alongside Swanson Frank for this project. 'It is no coincidence that the very first inspiration for this book stems directly from her family, from her dear ones.' Cucinelli also wrote the foreword for the book, in which he talks about the principles of fatherhood and what it means to be a 'good man,' something readers will find celebrated throughout. 'In fact, my babbo—as we call our fathers in my homeland of Umbria—repeated to me throughout my life that I could pursue any path I wished, so long as I never failed to behave as a good man, a decent and honourable individual, towards everybody,' he says. 'This book offered me a precious opportunity to revisit, in some way, the relationship I shared with my father. Within its pages, I found something of universal value, recognisable at every latitude: each son or daughter is called, over the course of their life, to cherish and nurture the invaluable human legacy bequeathed to them by their father.' Cucinelli, both a father and grandfather himself, also reflected on what each of those roles mean to him as he worked with Swanson Frank on this project. 'I would say that this book—among the many thought-provoking insights it offers—invites deep reflection on the value of experience,' he says. 'I have been a son, then a father, and now a grandfather; yet these existential roles remain within me all at once—I cannot, after all, separate them. Perhaps one of the most profound experiences I have come to appreciate is my father's gentleness — a virtue I only truly learned to value with the passing of time.' It was also important for Swanson Frank to celebrate this powerful group of men as not only exemplary fathers but leaders in the worlds of art, sport, design, business, tech, and film to illustrate the connection between leaving a legacy as both a parent and a professional. To fully embrace her subjects' individuality, she worked together with each of them to collaborate on styling and the location of their shoots, and the result is a collection of photographs that are palpably authentic and emotional. For Pearson, that meant shooting him and his son Cooper at their home in California. 'It's always time well spent, when together with any of our kids,' he says. 'The shoot was very relaxed, Brunello's clothes always feel and look elegant and Claiborne is a consummate pro.' Alongside interviews with her subjects, the book also includes an interview between Swanson and her own father, which she says was exceptionally meaningful to undertake. 'I was moved by how deeply he loved his own father and how inspired he was by him,' she says. 'My grandfather was my father's great love and he loved and admired him in such a profound way which in turn shaped his vision of his life and himself.'Above all, Swanson says she hopes this book reflects the meaningful imprint father and child relationships have on families, and on the world – something represented in the through line of all her interviews and photoshoots. 'I hope I conveyed the power of love and family legacy and the reminder that the greatest gift in this life is to love and be loved in return,' she says. Buy Now on assouline: $120 Best of Robb Report The 25 Greatest Independent Watchmakers in the World The 10 Most Expensive Watches Sold at Auction in the 21st Century (So Far) 11 Stunning Jewelry Moments From the 2020 Oscars Click here to read the full article.
Time Out Abu Dhabi
12-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time Out Abu Dhabi
Assouline has released a book about Abu Dhabi and it's a must for the coffee table
The UAE capital just got the glossy, glamorous treatment it deserves. If Abu Dhabi were a story, it would be one packed with soaring architecture, soul-stirring culture, adrenaline-pumping thrills and moments of serene tradition. Now, the capital's many contrasts and charms have been captured in a beautifully bound keepsake – Abu Dhabi Bright, the latest luxury coffee table book from Assouline. Yes, the publishing house known for turning iconic destinations into glossy objets d'art has just added Abu Dhabi to its prestigious Travel Series lineup. Think vivid photography, striking design and page after page of the city's most spectacular sights – from the grandeur of the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque to the modernist lines of the Louvre Abu Dhabi. Celebrating the release of "Abu Dhabi Bright", the latest addition to the @Assouline series of travel books about the world's most iconic destinations. A true capture of Abu Dhabi's beauty and soul!#InAbuDhabi — Experience Abu Dhabi (@VisitAbuDhabi) June 11, 2025 Whether you're here for culture, Formula 1, family adventures, or world-class wellness, Abu Dhabi Bright shines a light on it all. The book dives into the capital's vibrant soul – exploring historic gems like Qasr Al Hosn, a centuries-old fort-turned-museum; desert escapes in Al Ain, a UNESCO heritage wonderland; and next-level entertainment on Yas Island, where theme parks and the Grand Prix share space with luxury stays. Of course, this is Assouline, so you can expect more than just a guide. This is a love letter to a city that effortlessly balances its Bedouin roots with futuristic ambition. Inside, you'll find elegant snapshots of Emirati craftsmanship, high-octane thrills at Ferrari World and serene moments in palm-fringed oases. Each page invites you to look – and look again. Since 1994, Assouline has carved out a niche publishing the world's most beautiful destinations. What began with a single book inspired by a stay at La Colombe d'Or has grown into a global empire of books that are as much art as they are travel inspiration. And now, Abu Dhabi Bright joins the ranks. It's bold. It's beautiful. It's a fabulous addition to your coffee table. Available now. You might also like… Abu Dhabi's Best Restaurants: All the places you should try at least once All the top places in one read Dance the night away: the best bars and nightclubs in Abu Dhabi to bust a move Ready to party? The 43 best Abu Dhabi ladies' nights you need to know about Enjoy a night out for less at these brilliant bars and restaurants
Vogue Arabia
08-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Vogue Arabia
7 Statement Summer Finds That Will Spruce Up Your Home
Spring is for cleaning out closets, and summer is for redecorating your home. We're not talking big-scale, furniture upheavals or extravagant renovations – instead, invest in a few new decor pieces to imbibe your interiors with a refreshing, summer-ready energy. Bring on the heat with these new and soon-to-launch pieces: Dior Maria Grazia Chiuri's Dioriviera ready-to-wear capsule collection was the muse for the maison's latest home decor pieces, which pay tribute to natural materials and a sense of gentle living. Expect to see the label's iconic Cannage print and Toile de Jouy patterns along with tropical palm trees and muted, neutral tones. From water vessels and glasses to a folding fan and luxe backgammon set, these glorious items are must-have additions to your summer home, and also make wonderful gifts for any housewarming events on the calendar this season. Available at select stores Maison Balzac Established in Australia by French-born entrepreneur Elise Pioch Balzac, who previously worked at Hermès in Paris, Maison Balzac designs tablescaping essentials – or 'jewellery for the table,' in the founder's words. Imaginative vases, glasses and linens – such as cloth napkins and placemats shaped like hands and swans – are bound to enliven your dining table. Shop here Assouline Books may be the main characters of your home library, but every literary haven needs decorative accents to add depth and design to the shelves. Assouline, publisher of luxury art, fashion, travel and culture hardbacks, has launched The Library Collection, which features a selection of brass, leather and wood bookends in the brand's signature hues of red, brown and camel. You don't have to be a bookworm to appreciate the elegance underlying these geek-meets-chic pieces. Shop here Inna Carton Inna Carton is a Dubai-based e-commerce platform specialising in bespoke gift boxes, and its limited-edition homeware drops are quirky and conversation-starting. It's newly-dropped ceramic vases are a sight to behold. Bold and bursting with colour, they are enhanced by three-dimensional fruits – strawberries, blueberries, lemons and clementines. When putting together your summer tablescape, there's no doubt about it – these vases will easily be your focal centrepieces. Shop here Louis Vuitton Become better acquainted with Italy by flipping through Louis Vuitton's new travel book, which explores the picturesque city of Milan through the eyes, familiarity and finesse of French artist Jeanne Detallante. She captures hidden gems and tourist hotspots alike, depicting Milan's historic architecture and contemporary culture in postcard-like images that will look right at home on your coffee table. Available at select stores Deya Designed between London and Istanbul and handcrafted in Turkey, mouth-blown glassware by Deya is beautifully pigmented and sensationally sculpted. Glasses, vases, trays and more are created in abstract shapes and adorned with unconventional handles and stands, guaranteed to add colourful splashes of personality to your home. Shop here H&M Home x Palm Heights Collaborating with Palm Heights, the beachfront Caribbean boutique hotel on Grand Cayman Island, H&M Home presents a range of 1970s-inspired pieces punctuated with elevated summery shades like mustard, beige and chocolate brown. Gabrielle Khalil founded Palm Heights in 2019, and its sophisticated, sun-drenched aesthetic runs throughout the 23-piece collection, launching on 12 June in limited quantities. Photo: H&M Home X Palm Heights Photo: H&M Home X Palm Heights Available at select stores and online in UAE, Qatar and Kuwait from 12 June
