Listen, I get it — The Crown isn't for everyone. You're either obsessed with the royal family-centric show or you're not. (I… am not.) But after the 2021 Emmys, there's no way you won't know the most recent season's star Emma Corrin's name, if not because they're nominated for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series than because of their incredible look for the night.
Corrin, who's nominated for their portrayal of Princess Diana in The Crown, arrived at a London Emmys party in an unexpected but incredibly chic combination: a strapless pastel yellow gown with a matching bonnet — yes, a bonnet — and matching fingerless opera gloves. But it's the beauty elements of their look that escalate it to an even more stunning level.
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Stretching out from the fingerless gloves is the edgiest manicure. The shiny black nails would feel almost Halloween-y thanks to their length and pointiness if not for the soft shade of yellow making up the rest of their outfit.
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And speaking of yellow, Corrin carried the color over into their Byredo makeup with a shimmering yellow-gold eye shadow on an otherwise un-made-up eye — just a bit of mascara. The rest of their makeup look by makeup artist Florrie White was also rather low-key: seemingly foundation-free skin, a healthy dose of rosy blush, and a hint of pink on the lips.
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Needless to say, we're rooting for both Corrin and the possibility that the combination of bonnets and black nails becomes a huge fall trend.
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The wonderful world of acrylic nails is home to so many fun and innovative designs. Although they're frequently associated with extra-long looks, acrylics actually let you can experiment with different lengths and interesting styles, whether you want a short, square French manicure or a set of lengthy, neon-pink, stiletto-shaped nails. The possibilities feel fairly endless (and, at times, overwhelming), but this gallery of 60 images of acrylic nail art ideas can be a guide for your next appointment.
You'll want to make sure the design is one you love because these types of manicures are long-lasting. Acrylics tend to be harder than gel, nail artist Brittney Boyce previously told Allure. They're created by mixing a powder (polymer) — usually clear, but the powders come in a range of colors — and a liquid (monomer) into a dough-like consistency that can be filed and molded. From there, a talented nail artist can create whatever your imagination conjures.
And if you're worried about potential damage to your nails: don't be. The key to healthy nails with acrylics is proper removal with the right tools (like lots of acetone) and tons of time and patience. (This how-to guide has all the steps for at-home removal.) The right nail technician will be able to care for your natural nails regardless of whether you use acrylic powders, gel polishes, or gel extensions. So peruse this gallery full of acrylic manicures in square, stiletto, coffin, almond, and even lipstick shapes. We're sure that you'll be able to find exactly what you need for your next nail appointment.
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On the Farm
Cow print has been a super popular nail trend for a while now, but Georgia-based nail artist Sydney Martin demonstrates a new way to incorporate the design. Ditch the usual white and black for a clear base with baby-blue splotches, as seen on these extra-long, tapered, square nails.
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Sharp Angles
You may be used to seeing dramatically long acrylic nails, but they don't always have to be lengthy. Just look at this manicure from Brooklyn-based nail artist Meisty Gawdess. The length is perfect for those who are intimidated by longer styles or live a lifestyle where shorter nails are a must. We love each bright shade she chose to create the angled lines at the tips of this nude, square-shaped set.
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Nostalgic Memories
Hello Kitty was a fixture in many of our lives, and Houston-based nail artist Jasmine created a perfect tribute to the fictional character with this neon manicure. She's known for her ‘90s-influenced designs, which we can definitely see here, especially on those middle and index fingers. We love how the 3D decals, like Hello Kitty's face, look next to the abstract neon art.
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White Out
You can never go wrong with a chalk-white set, like these nails from Durham-based nail artist Kiea Taylor. She elevated the simple set with an encapsulated accent nail on each hand. Look closely and you'll see the pieces of iridescent and gold glitter flecks.
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Mismatched Manis
Painting your nails all one color is so yesterday. Nowadays, people like to play around with different designs on each finger, like this mismatched manicure created by Brooklyn-based Jasmine Lewis. We can't decide which nail we like the best, but the way she incorporated bright yellow, orange, pink, green, and blue hues is impressive.
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Slanted Tips
Cincinnati-based nail artist Myaa Nicole created this gorgeous lipstick-shaped manicure that plays with neon pink, canary yellow, and lavender hues. We like how one hand has swirls that transition between the three shades while the other hand has small blobs of each color. Of course, Nicole had to add some bling, but she switched it up on each hand. One index finger is completely covered in silver caviar jewels while the ring finger on the other hand has silver gems arranged in swirly loops.
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The New French Manicure
Brooklyn-based nail artist Zey is responsible for artfully painting this nude French manicure. These C-curve tips are completely hollow and outlined simply in a tan, white, or brown color. The ring finger has Powerpuff Girls-inspired hearts in a series of similar shades.
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Head in the Clouds
Atlanta-based nail artist Jasmine Jones put together this sheer pink manicure with cloudy white details. She also added tiny star details to each nail, plus some 3D jewels, because who doesn't love a little sparkle? This extremely long manicure has two nail shapes instead of one: The index and pinky fingers have a lengthy stiletto nail, while the middle and ring fingers take on a tapered, square shape.
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Sprinkles on Top
These long, square-shaped nails almost look good enough to eat with the chocolate sprinkles and white swirls of polish meant to represent whipped cream. Houston-based nail artist Sophia Rice painted this ice cream-inspired set that started with a light brown acrylic base.
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Mix It Up
Brooklyn-based nail artist Zariah Tulloch marbled colored acrylic powders to create this glittery manicure. She added flecks of blue glitters to the swirled creation full of bright, summery shades.
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Cherries on Top
Another French manicure — but this time on an oval-shaped set. U.K.-based manicurist Elisha Emilius created a white, C-curve tip for these medium-length nails. With a dotting tool and a fine detail brush, she added dots of red polish to form the cherries and lines of green for the stems.
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Dot Work
New York City-based Alba Marina added colorful neon dots to this nude manicure. The tiny circles increase in size the closer you get to the tips. The square-shaped, medium-length manicure is the perfect style for work if you're looking for just a touch of color to wake up your nudes.
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Gator City
There are so many different animal prints to try, like the croc print in this green manicure. The olive hue contrasts well with the lighter lime shade. These long, coffin shape nails belong to Tyra A. Seals, one of the founders of BlkGirlNailfies, where she helps curate a gorgeous Instagram feed of nail selfies, or nailfies, from Black women.
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Purple Clouds
This swirly, purple, square-shaped manicure was carved by Los Angelos manicurist Đaô Vo. Vo used blooming gel to create this gorgeous marble effect. If you look closely, you'll notice tiny ripples of gold glitter that almost look like bolts of lightning in clouds.
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Psychedelic Vibe
Columbus-based nail artist Adorea Rhodes used a water-marbling technique to mix the vibrant colors in this manicure. These nails truly look like a work of art with how expertly the yellow, pink, purple, mint, and orange hues are swirled together.
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Pink Revolution
We love all the different ways you can mix and match nail designs, like this stunning pink manicure sculpted by Brooklyn-based nail artist Kyla. The thumb and index finger have a swirly pink and white marble design, while the middle finger is covered in tiny jewels. The ring finger has a pink base with loopy white lines, and the pinky stands out with a pure white base and teeny pink eyes.
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Moo-ve Over
Atlanta-based manicurist Eris Ice carved out these lengthy stiletto nails. She really demonstrated her talent here with the clean, sharp shape and the chocolate-brown cow spots that decorate each nail.
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Royal Fingers
Mississippi-based nail artist Axayla Nashae created this bejeweled acrylic set that looks like it's fit for royalty. To create the set, she tells Allure she started off with a nude acrylic powder mixed with a shimmer powder for a subtle glitter effect. Then, she added the multicolored gems, including the Gucci logo, on each nail, drawing inspiration from images of Black women's nails from the '90s to figure out the placement.
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Glittery Clusters
London-based nail artist Naysap put together this encapsulated freestyle set. Her client picked out a few stickers and glitter acrylic and let the artist go to work. There's an interesting mix of decals like the green four-leaf clovers, the Rick Sanchez sticker, and the tiny Hello Kitty. The random assortment of stickers works with the various green, blue, and purple shades of glitter to tie this manicure together.
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Hand-Painted Randomness
Bay Area-based nail artist Agatha Mae hand-painted each individual design (five in total) onto these almond-shaped nails. One nail has a black base with a slim, green alien drawn on top. On the next finger is a cow print with a white base and black spots. There's another animal featured in this mani — a slithering snake drawn in black polish on a peach nail. There's also a bright yellow smiley face on a cobalt nail, and, for the last design, she used different colors on both nails. One finger has a red base with green, blue, and a darker red polish spread out on the nail; the other hand has a yellow nail with green, red, and blue colors instead.
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Yellow Sunshine
Houston-based artist Paige Carthon expertly crafted this bright-yellow manicure. She mixed a few different nail designs here — a French manicure, glitter marble, ombré, and 3D decals, to be exact. Her shaping on this lengthy square set is superb.
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Peach Cobbler
Jasmine truly has mastered adding that '90s-inspired curve, like she did with this peachy manicure. (She even sells press-ons with the dramatic arch.) We love the slightly glittery finish on all the nails, plus the shimmery, bronze pinky ones. The two brown-and-pink marble index fingers make great accent nails.
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Swirly Designs
Loopy lines in various shades will always look cute, like this lavender design. We like how Zey added a heart that reaches across the middle and ring fingers. The purple, pink, and white shades look gorgeous laid next to each other.
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Hide Your Dalmations
Ice painted this 101 Dalmatians-inspired set. We love the long stiletto shape and have a good feeling that one of the most fashionable Disney villains would approve. The addition of the red, heart-shaped gems and the faint red line at the cuticle adds the perfect touch to this animal-print manicure.
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Transparent Glitter
Jelly nails grew in popularity during 2019 and for good reason: They're super cute and allow you to play around with different colors and styles. This set from Taylor is a clear set with a glitter twist. On one hand, she swirled purple glitter across the nails to create a loopy effect, and she did something similar on the other hand, but with yellow shimmers instead.
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Got My Eye on You
Gawdess bodied this neon manicure that has a different color on each finger. We love how she added tiny eye details on each nail in various outline colors and formations. The way she arranged the eyes into a heart shape on the index finger really takes the cake.
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Back to the '80s
This set by Lewis has all the retro feels of the glorious '80s. We're loving the color palette she used here; the green, lavender, blue, and yellow shades complement each other well. She expertly added in the black and white lines and circles that really make this artwork so retro.
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Psychadelic Leopard Print
Where do you even beginning with this colorful neon manicure? Jasmine calls this a ‘90s psychedelic set, and we can totally see why. The explosion of neon shades here works well alongside the hints of leopard print. The pearls and teeny silver gems make stunning 3D accessories for this fire manicure.
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Flecks of Glitter
Tulloch encapsulated a mix of opalescent glitters and sequins to form this stiletto manicure. This one is completely see-through so the flecks of blue, purple, and pink glitters are the main star of the show.
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Animal Style
Carthon incorporated a few different animal prints into this long, freestyle manicure. The clear base she chose makes the black designs almost look like stained-glass art on the transparent acrylic. We spot croc, zebra, and leopard prints here.
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Pop Art
Rhodes truly is an artist — just look at this bright yellow, hand-painted manicure she created. We can't decide which nail is the best because they all look so good. She added splatters of green, purple, and pink polish to the index finger. On the middle finger are two cherries with green stems and bright red droplets. For the ring finger, swirls of the same green, red, and purple polishes were painted on. Finally, for the index, she added three green eyes and three lashes with red droplets at the cuticle.
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Purple Zig-Zags
There are just so many ways to remix French manicures that it's impossible to include them all. Zey added these squiggly lines in shades of purple, lavender, and white. The length and square shape are the perfect canvas for this French mani.
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On Wednesdays, We Wear Pink
We have a feeling Regina George would approve of these pretty, pink, medium-length nails. Martin incorporated both cow print and a c-curve French manicure tip for this square-shaped set. We love the teeny-tiny gem decals as well.
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Luxury Experience
This gray manicure is anything but dreary with its Dior stickers and swirly white lines. We love how Lewis played around with different finishes, so the middle finger is nice and shiny while the other nails have a matte texture.
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Colorful Orbs
Clear manicures are a perfect base for colorful nail designs, and this orb manicure by Vo is evidence. They used an airbrushing technique to spread the orange, blue, yellow, purple, and pink hues in this set. To complete the manicure, they added a few colorful gems and 3D water droplets.
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Fancy Florals
Rhodes started with a yellow base and added a golden yellow glitter from the middle of the nails to the tips. Then she created a 3D, cream-colored flower on each nail with a yellow gem as the pistil.
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Into the Abstract
We love a pink manicure as much as everyone else, but sometimes you want to elevate the look a bit, as Gawdess did here. This ombré set transitions from a peachy-pink color to a vibrant shade on the tips. On top of that seamlessly blended color, she added a block of contrasting color, plus an angled white line to create some amazing abstract nail art.
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Zebra-Tipped Hot Pink
Jasmine created this hot-pink jelly manicure that's giving all the Y2K feels. The sheer neon hue transitions into zebra-print tips that look phenomenal. We especially love the solid-colored border between the sheer pink hue and animal print.
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In Full Bloom
Add color to nude sets with cute florals, such as the ones Lewis painted here. We love the color palette of yellow, blue, pink, lavender, and seafoam that she chose. Teeny, gold, 3D decals form the pistils smack dab in the center, bringing life to each bloom.
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Slime Season
Cloudy swirls of shamrock and slime greens run through these white, square nails. Vo expertly sculpted these square nails into a long shape, which really elevates the marbled neon-green manicure.
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Smiley-Face French
The French manicure has been remixed countless times, and we love what Nashae did here. Rather than white tips, she added a C-curve tip in pink, purple, tangerine, blue, and green shades. On top of each colored tip, she added a simple white smiley face to complete this gorgeous manicure.
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I'm a Cow
Your manicure doesn't have to use the same colors on both hands. Take this cow-print manicure for example. We like how Lewis kept one in the traditional black and white shades while the other hand features brown splotches instead. The coffin shape and medium length are perfect for the animal-print style.
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Under the Sea
Spongebob Squarepants fans will surely recognize these multicolored florals, which make up the clouds in Bikini Bottom. Nashae certainly excelled at creating each flower in pretty hues. We love that she designed them on top of a blue ombré base.
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Splat
Mississippi-based nail artist SheGotLamboed painted these beautiful splatters of neon and pastel hues. We love that she used two different designs on each hand. She created a perfect milky base for those vibrant colors to lie on.
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Simple Silhouettes
There are so many designs you can add to nude sets to spruce them up, like these square-shaped nails. Vo added the simple outlines of a curvy body on the middle and ring fingers on each hand. On one hand, they used black polish, while on the other, they used white.
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Multicolored Prints
This printed French manicure has several beautiful hues. Atlanta-based nail artist Amy Nguyen chose a stunning color palette for Seals's nails. The contrast between the splotches and the French manicure tips looks so good.
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Golden Ticket
A metallic manicure in one solid color is sure to turn heads. Jamaica-based nail artist Carrie Anna Malcolm used a gold chrome powder to create these lipstick nails. First, she painted on a black gel polish and topcoat, and then she added the metallic powder, sealing the whole look with topcoat once again.
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Textured Prints
We love the dramatic length of these textured, coffin-shaped nails from Bronx-based manicurist SlayByZay. She chose a stunning color palette with pink, green, and purple hues. The matte finish of textured croc scales on top of the shiny base gives this manicure exactly what it needs to truly stand out.
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Welcome to the Sweet Life
Nails with large 3D decals have been having a moment on Instagram, and this pretty, blue, extra-long manicure from SheGotLamboed is great nail inspiration. She created a baby-blue base, and on two nails added a lollipop and candy decal. The other two nails have a few curved lines in navy, white, hot pink, blush, and slate-blue shades.
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Rainbow Swirl
SlayByZay used a fabulous greige hue as the manicure base here. On top of the neutral-colored nail, she added squiggly lines of color that look like swirly rainbows on each nail. She also expertly sculpted each lengthy, square-shaped nail.
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High-Contrast Points
These stiletto nails are extra-long and sharp. SlayByZay opted for a black-and-white manicure in abstract designs. Some of these designs almost look like parts of leaves, and even though this uses two neutral colors, it's far from basic.
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Sea Swirls
Marina swirled a few different acrylic colors together to create this blue manicure on a set of lengthy square nails. The blue hues resemble the whirling waves of the sea with the marbling technique she used.
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Minimalist Lines
For these pitch-black nails, Rice added the silhouettes of nude bodies with vibrant lime, blue, and pink colors. Each body strikes a different pose, and the long, square shape adds an eye-catching element to this manicure.
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Pretty Pastels
These medium-length, cow-print nails are super cute. Mae shaped this coffin manicure beautifully, and the cow spots are literally perfect. Although we love them all, our favorite color combo may just be the baby blue and pink polish.
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Koi Pond
Ice's client wanted an aquarium-inspired set with jelly, koi fish, a sculpted leaf, and encapsulated lily pads, and she sure did deliver. Everything the client wanted is present in this aquatic manicure. The stiletto shape is perfect for this set, and we love the translucent teal color and flecks of glitter. We're not sure what's more impressive, the hand-painted koi fish or the 3D-sculpted emerald-green leaf.
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Encapsulated Flowers
Rice sculpted these nails with milky white acrylic to create the base. Then she carefully added each bloom to the nails to begin the encapsulation. After letting it dry for a few seconds, she added more of the white acrylic and then a coat of clear acrylic to seal the nails, she tells Allure.
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Unicorn Swirl
This marbled manicure has gorgeous pastel swirls of greens, purples, pinks, and blues. The mix of colors reminds us of a unicorn, and the accents of gold on each nail are the perfect finishing touch on this fantastical set.
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For the Love of Florals
These slightly cloudy nails have the cutest 3D flowers. Rhodes created each individual flower by carefully placing colorful jewels, gems, and other adornments. The golden metallic flowers look lovely next to the vibrant blue, pink, and orange blooms.
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Let It Rain
Emilius added texture to this clear manicure for a "wet" effect. She created a clear ombré so the nail looks like it's fading from a light pink color to completely transparent. From the tips to about halfway down the nails, the iridescent droplets twinkle.
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I'm Blue Da Ba Dee
Jones painted these gorgeous cobalt-blue nails with squiggly lines in white, slime green, and orange hues. She's a whiz at shaping, which is clear with these perfect square nails. The shape and length make a great canvas for intricate nail art like these swirls.
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We learned so many beauty factoids while producing Allure's The Science of Beauty podcast (available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts) that we'll never struggle to make dinner-party conversation again. For example, did you know that hair is liquid before it sprouts on your head? Or that the word collagen is derived from the Greek word kolla, meaning glue, because it's basically responsible for holding our bodies together?
Those sorts of anecdotes make for fun party fodder, sure, but a tidbit that West Islip, New York-based, board-certified dermatologist Kavita Mariwalla shared during our episode on body hair has forever changed the way we approach one very important — but not often-discussed — aspect of our beauty routine: removing the hair above our upper lip. Let's just say our trusty face razor has officially been retired.
Mariwalla first defined terminal versus vellus hair. The former type is found in areas like your armpits and pubic region. It's thicker and coarser than the thin hair all over the rest of your body — including your face — which is called vellus hair.
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But, "if you do a lot of shaving, for example, on your face, in some ethnicities [vellus hair] can actually turn into terminal hair," she said, noting this happens most frequently to Middle Eastern and South Asian women. The phenomena — called hypertrichosis, a thickening of the hair — typically happens on the face and not, say, your legs. ("Facial hair follicles tend to respond to stimulus and hormones in a different way than the body does," Mariwalla said.) Shaving, in particular, can exacerbate this because, unlike tweezing or waxing, it does not remove hair at the follicle.
And whether you're genetically predisposed to hypertrichosis or not, if you make the (very personal) decision to remove the hair above your upper lip, you may want to reconsider using a razor for that reason. "When we shave with a razor, the ends of the hairs may become more blunt because they are cut on an angle," says board-certified dermatologist Laurel Naversen Geraghty, who practices in Medford, Oregon. (You'll definitely want to check out her guest appearance on The Science of Beauty, during which she schools us on skin-care acids.) "This can lead to a coarse feeling as the hairs regrow because rather than a soft, tapered hair tip, there is a more blunt or angled end to the hair." As in: You're left with stubble.
While you might not mind stubble on your legs, those blunt ends can be more obvious on your face and make hair "feel" coarser — even though its actual composition remains unchanged. And, adds Mariwalla, "you may end up in a cycle where you are shaving your upper lip frequently because you are only cutting it at the surface of the skin [with shaving]."
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Laser hair removal can be an effective — though costly — long-term solution. (Depending on where in the country you live, a single session on the upper lip area can cost around $150, and up to eight treatments are required for lasting results.) Both waxing and using a depilatory cream are options that target the hair follicle, meaning you won't get the stubbly feeling that results from shaving. (If you go either of those routes, we recommend the No Mo-Stache waxing kit or Nair Cream Hair Remover for Face.) Each method has its drawbacks: at-home waxing can go wrong fast and some depilatory creams can cause irritation if used too often, says Mariwalla.
Of course, it wouldn't be fair not to acknowledge that shaving does have an upside: It's arguably the quickest, most fuss-free method for getting rid of fuzz.
But as with everything related to your body, the choice — to remove your upper lip hair or not, and if so, how — is entirely yours.
This Is Us is nominated for Outstanding Drama Series at the 2021 Emmy Awards, and star Mandy Moore is bringing the drama with brand new bangs and a voluminous high ponytail on the red carpet. As her stylist Ashley Streicher shared in a press release, “we decided to go a little Audrey Hepburn with it.”
The full bangs, expertly tousled, pair well with a few face-framing waves and classic red lipstick — all of which were designed to complement her classic Hollywood red Carolina Herrera gown. Streicher took her Instagram followers through part of her prep process, which started by setting up a work station made up of Garnier products and T3 tools. She had Moore wash the night before with Garnier Fructis Pure Clean Shampoo, then prepped and styled with Garnier's Texture Tease Dry Touch Finishing Spray and Flexible Control Hairspray. She used the T3 Lucea flat iron to smooth out and set the exciting new bangs.
In an appropriate theme for television's biggest night, Streicher revealed that Moore's brand new bangs are a bit of Hollywood magic. The bangs aren't a fresh cut, but a faux piece that Streicher created for the evening. “I made sure to have some of her natural hairline in there to keep them looking as real as possible,” she said.
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Even with all the glam around her, Moore, who has an eight-month old son at home, is keeping the night in perspective. She's only posted one Instagram Story about the Emmys so far, and it's a photo of her breast pump — captioned “tonight's MVP accessory."
It's not unusual to, every now and then, find a fallen eyelash on your cheek — make a wish, right? But if you're noticing them more frequently or seeing several at a time, you may find yourself wishing for answers as to why your lashes are falling out.
Like the hair on our heads, the little hairs that frame our eyes go through phases of growth, rest, and shedding. But when eyelash shedding becomes more pronounced, it can be very disconcerting, especially if you're not sure why it's happening.
"Missing eyelashes can be a sign of internal or external causes, such as autoimmune disease or trauma," says Heidi Prather, a board-certified dermatologist in Austin, Texas. "Loss of eyelashes should be assessed by a board-certified dermatologist either in-person or by telehealth to rule out any treatable causes."
For treatable causes, there are several options including a prescription. "Latisse is an FDA-approved topical that works by supporting the natural growth cycle of the eyelashes and specifically extends the growth phase of hairs and extends their life before they shed," says Deanne Mraz Robinson, a board-certified dermatologist in Westport, Connecticut. "Because the serum has to work with your natural growth cycle, it can take a few months until you see results. Patience and daily use are important."
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Prather will sometimes start patients on a non-prescription option first, like RevitaLash, which features a complex containing biotin, green tea extract, antioxidants, and peptides. "Because Latisse can be irritating for some people and can also result in redness or increased pigment in the areas treated, I will typically start with RevitaLash nightly to the lash line." If this is well-tolerated and the patient wants longer lashes, she'll then add in Latisse.
But before you can proceed with a treatment for eyelash loss, you have to know the cause. We spoke to the experts about the reasons you may be noticing a lack of lashes — and after you read about it, talk to your doctor.
"If you're experiencing something new with your hair or skin, it's always best to have your board-certified dermatologist take a look," Mraz Robinson says. "Sometimes it's related to a moment in time, but sometimes it can be related to an underlying medical issue and that's what we're here to help you with."
1. You may be dealing with stress or trauma
"It's common to see excessive hair shedding when we're experiencing a surge in stress," Mraz Robinson tells Allure, and hair can include eyelashes. She says this type of hair loss is called telogen effluvium, often correlated to a stressful event like an illness, surgery, or emotional stress. "The stress triggers more hairs than usual to enter the telogen or 'resting' phase of the hair growth cycle, which can leave your scalp, brows, and eyelashes looking thinner," she says.
Another way stress could impact hair thinning, Mraz Robinson says, is behavior. "We tend to rub our faces and eyes more when we are stressed or even pick or pull at our lashes," she explains.
2. You may have underlying medical conditions
Although Prather says trauma is the most common cause of eyelash loss, it can sometimes be traced to a medical condition.
"If you notice missing patches of eyelashes, it can be from an autoimmune condition called alopecia areata that can cause inflammation at the hair follicle, resulting in hair or eyelash loss," she tells Allure.
According to Mraz Robinson, hormones can also play a role. "If your thinning isn't correlated to stress or behavior and feels ever-present, you should talk to your doctor about other causes of alopecia, which can be due to hormonal and/or endocrine shifts," she says. The doctor may want to rule out conditions such as lupus or lichen planuspilaris, other autoimmune disorders.
3. You may be dealing with inflammation, infection, or irritation
"Infections on the lash line, such as styes, can often result in significant inflammation that can result in eyelash loss," Prather says, urging anyone with signs of an infection, like tenderness and swelling, to reach out to a doctor ASAP.
That's not the only cause of inflammation. In addition to alopecia areata, inflammation can be the result of products such as eye makeup or cleansers, Mraz Robinson says. "The eye area is extremely sensitive, so even if you aren't prone to reactions elsewhere on your body, this can happen," she notes.
4. You used the wrong lash extensions — or glue
Speaking of irritation, "Adhesives are one the most common causes of contact allergy and irritation on the skin," Prather says. However, the lash extensions themselves may be the more likely culprit.
"When choosing lash extensions, smaller and finer extensions are less traumatic on the lash," she says. Individual, fine lashes allow for a more delicate lash removal, she explains, whereas larger-volume sets use thicker lashes that can weigh down your natural lashes and be more difficult to remove. "I've seen patients come in with short, broken lashes from accidentally pulling off the lash extension and breaking the lash at the glue line."
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Mraz Robinson says that a faux lash falling out may cause more panic than is necessary. "Eyelashes follow a growth cycle, so it can be alarming when you see big lashes with extensions attached falling down your cheeks," she says. "However, chances are you were losing that lash anyway, but without an extension attached you wouldn't have noticed the thin little wisp."
5. You're cleansing incorrectly
If you tend to wash your face pretty vigorously, you should consider toning it down around your eyes in order to let your natural lashes live out their longest possible life. "Tugging can prematurely cause hairs that are vulnerable and/or on the verge of shedding to come loose," Mraz Robinson tells Allure.
She recommends blotting eyes — not rubbing — and gently patting the area dry with a towel after washing your face. "Your lashes will thank you, and so will the thin skin in the eye area that is prone to wrinkling."
Prather says it’s important to use oil-based cleansers to remove makeup — especially false lashes. "Coconut oil or baby oil can be used as an easy at-home method to loosen eyelash glue. Start by gently tapping the oil onto the lash line and massaging it in. Use warm compresses to pat the area with water and repeat until you feel the glue loosen up," she says. The combination of oil and gentle heat can break down the adhesive without traumatizing your lashes or eyes.
Last year's Emmy Awards were a virtual production, so there was no red carpet for celebrities to enjoy, which meant the glam was a bit more low-key than usual. But for the 73rd ceremony, the grand ole red carpet is back, giving stars the picture chance to make up for lost time — and they didn't disappoint. Folks look absolutely glamorous with slicked-back hair, intricate updos, and vibrant lipstick hues.
While the expertly coiffed hair and glam makeup is always amazing, we can't forget about the gorgeous manicures lying at everyone's fingertips. For TV's biggest night, stars were experimenting with lengthy nails, sharp shapes, and even a few 3D decals. Here are our favorite nail looks from the night.
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Emma Corrin arrived on the red carpet in London wearing a pale yellow strapless dress with a matching bonnet and fingerless gloves. Poking through the glove holes are her very long, pitch black nails in a stiletto shape. This dark manicure is a shocking choice for the light dress, but we think it paid off well.
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Henson's nails are full of length and drama. This gorgeous deep red shade complements the stiletto shape so well. On a few select nails lies red gems in various sizes that are a similar shade to the sinister hue. We love how the index finger on her right hand and ring finger on the left both have large diamond-shaped, ruby-colored gems.
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Michaela Jaé Rodriguez kept it simple with a white manicure to match her gorgeous teal gown. But she definitely didn't shy away from any length over here. We love the long, stiletto shape paired with the classic white nail polish.
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Now, Cynthia Erivo's white mermaid gown with a blue-and-green feather train is so stunning you have missed the equally as gorgeous French manicure she has. She opted for a C-curve white tip on a very long coffin shape. While this is a conventional manicure, if you look closely you can see a pretty swirly pattern on her index finger.
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This mismatched black-and-white manicure belongs to former Bachelorette contestant Rachel Lindsay. In addition to the two-toned color, there is also a marble pattern on a few of the white nails plus some gold accents. The neutral manicure looks gorgeous alongside her strapless tangerine gown.
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Ashley Nicole Black vibrant two-toned manicure is the cutest. We love how the orange and red colors match the hues in her flowy gown. Her short nails are a great size and length for the slanted design.
Zuri Hall
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Access Hollywood correspondent Zuri Hall remixed the French manicure to complement her long sleeve white dress. Her almond-shaped nails have slanted blobs of gray polish on top of a white-ish base rather than the typical French tips.
Akilah Green
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French manicures are having a moment tonight. Writer Akilah Green showed up on the carpet with these stunning nails with blue tips that match her sequin gown. The oval shape is perfect for these short-to-medium nails.
Red carpet events like the Emmys are the time to experiment with new shapes and decals. Just because it's a formal event doesn't mean all the nails need to be short and nude, and these eye-catching manicures definitely prove that.
If you're used to seeing Elizabeth Olsen in long, red hair and a Scarlet Witch headpiece, her look on the 2021 Emmy Awards red carpet may have come as a surprise.
The Wandavision star and Outstanding Lead Actress in a Limited Series nominee was decked out in a dress from The Row — better known as the label owned by her sisters Mary-Kate and Ashley. But even though her tailored cream sheath has quite the pedigree, Olsen's gorgeous blunt bob stole the show.
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Her hair was lifted just off her shoulders and parted to one side; if I had to put a number on it, I'd guess it was freshly cut within an hour of her debut on the red carpet. (Stylist Adir Abergel even posted an up-close-and-personal Instagram shot of the cut in progress.) It's a deceivingly simple cut, perfectly executed and shaped to show off both her gown's neckline and her diamond drop earrings.
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What matches with elegant hair? Elegant, classic, no-frills (well, no visible frills, but it's an award show, people) makeup. Pati Dubroff used a lineup of Chanel products to create the look. "I wanted the face to have a soft structure with matte brown sculpted eyes and a diffused deep nude lip — all in the spirit of a ‘90s supermodel," she said.
Olsen's "deep nude" is Chanel Rouge Allure Laque in Fidélité lined with Le Crayon Lèvres Lip Pencil in Nude Brun. The rich browns continued with a matte eye look, a blend of the shades in the palette Les 4 Ombres Eyeshadow in Clair Obscur. Dubroff and Olsen opted to forego faux lashes, and instead amped up her eyes with "a few" coats of Inimitable Mascara in Noir Pur.
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It's only fitting that Olsen, who posed as various sitcom stars throughout history on Wandavision, would continue to honor her Hollywood forebears with a sophisticated red carpet look. And best of all, now that she's shown she can pull off classic elegance on the carpet, she's free to start experimenting. Mary-Kate and Ashley (and Adir and Patti), we can't wait to see what you have in store for your sister for the Emmys in 2022.
When my now-husband and I got engaged, we were repeatedly warned about the three dreaded “Fs” that threatened to wreak havoc in even the most stable relationships: family, faith, and finances. I (foolishly) wasn’t fazed. I adored my husband’s family, treasured our shared beliefs, and felt lucky with our stable careers and lack of debt. A few months into our marriage, I excitedly texted him a photo of a dreamy off-white accent chair I was lusting over.
My excitement was short-lived when he answered with “ANOTHER purchase? When will the bleeding stop?” Was he insinuating I was spending too much money? How could he, when he was the one who bought a $900 suit a few months ago? Needless to say, we went to bed with our backs to each other that night.
Thankfully, my husband and I can laugh about that conversation now. What started as a standoff over apartment furnishings opened the door to some honest conversations about financial behavior. Whether you’re getting married or moving in together, combining finances with your significant other can feel unnerving. Fortunately, there are a few simple steps you can take to make the transition smoother.
1. Identify your beliefs
It’s essential to understand and acknowledge the powerful effect that your upbringing has on your current mindset. Consider the financial values you were raised on. Who made the financial decisions in your household? Was money openly discussed? Identify which behaviors do or don’t mesh with your lifestyle today. Just because you’ve always done something one way doesn’t mean there isn’t a better way out there. Let go of the “should do’s” your parents, friends, and society have set for you, and take ownership of your own financial health.
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2. Know where you are financially
Come to the table with a complete picture of who you are financially. Before discussing finances with your partner, bite the bullet and assess your spending habits as well as your debt, net income, and any expenses. Carve out a few hours to review your purchases over the past three months, making note of the three to five highest categories. Some areas may surprise you (TBT to the summer I spent $400 on Ubers in one month). You may already begin to see areas you’d like to cut back on, and coming to the conversation fully aware can help when you’re assessing your finances as a couple.
3. Be open about your financial situations
Don’t wait until you’ve gotten married, moved in together, or otherwise committed your life to each other to share your financial profile with your significant other. Communicateoften and openly about finances while you’re still dating. No one likes surprises (unless you have a secret inheritance, in which case, please surprise me), so be honest about what’s in your bank account, your savings, and any current debt.
Overall, let your partner know what it costs to be you (this cut and color ain’t cheap) to avoid stress down the line. Your significant other should do the same. Also, pay attention to how your partner spends money. Are they constantly living above their means? Do you generally spend money on the same types of things? It’s important to take note of your partner’s relationship with money while you’re dating and address red flags early on.
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4. Get on the same page
Before you take that next step, discuss how your finances will work. The first big decision most couples make is whether or not to have a joint bank account, but there are many more administrative items to flesh out. Consider whether you will have a budget, which party will be responsible for paying the bills, and what kind (and how much) investing you’ll be doing. The good news is that whatever you decide now is not set in stone. Come back to the drawing board in a few months if your current system isn’t working.
5. Check your attitude at the door
For most couples, talking about finances is vulnerable. Use gentle and non-judgmental language when discussing your financial concerns and approach each conversation from a united standpoint by using “we” statements. Consider your partner’s feelings and preferences, and decide on a price point where you both need to check in with the other if you’re going over it. I’m not suggesting that you ask their permission every time you want to buy something, but shoot them a text along the lines of, “I’m thinking of buying this pair of boots, but they’re expensive. Thoughts?” While they probably won’t have a strong opinion on the boots, including them in your decision-making process will initiate an environment of respect and consideration.
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We all know that one of the hallmarks of apartment living is having to deal with a smaller-than-average kitchen. And that’s stating it generously—if you live in New York City like I do, your kitchen may truly be minuscule, if you’re lucky enough to even have a super defined prep space at all! I took many virtual tours of apartments that featured mini-fridges or refrigerators positioned in the living room. We city gals have truly seen it all when it comes to cramped spaces.
Recently, though, I’ve noticed that many fellow apartment dwellers have gotten creative when it comes to optimizing their storage and prep space. The secret? Purchasing a freestanding kitchen island that looks chic enough to elevate even the most dated of kitchen spaces and is also ultra-functional. Below, we’re showing you five faux island setups that will make you want to purchase one of your own—because let’s face it, throwing together an entire meal or engaging in some therapeutic Sunday afternoon baking can prove pretty challenging when your only available countertop is approximately the size of a standard placemat.
1. Turn your island into a coffee station
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Just because it’s called an island doesn’t mean that the piece you purchase has to be put in the middle of your kitchen—again, many of us don’t have the square footage or room layout for this to be a possibility. Instead, push your island up against a wall and turn it into a mini coffee bar or a place to stash bowls or fruit—you name it! By moving bulky coffee makers off of the main counter and giving them a designated home of their own, you’ll free up prep space close to the oven, which will definitely come in handy when cooking meals.
2. Or style it as a breakfast bar
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If you’re not as concerned about counter space but are a bit more ambivalent about your seating situation, opt for an island with an overhang and style your own breakfast bar. Bonus points if the piece features storage cabinets on the other side; use these to tuck away unsightly appliances and bulky pots and pans.
3. Use an island to corral cooking essentials
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Even a small kitchen cart can make a big impact. A piece like this one should be able to function in even the tiniest of cooking spaces and makes for a great place to set aside ingredients while cooking. There are always items that you need to keep nearby but can’t quite squeeze onto the countertop without risking a spill—we’ve been there.
4. Try this twist on the classic bar cart
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Those looking for an ultra-functional twist on the traditional bar cart might want to source an island that offers plenty of wine glass storage. This makes for an ideal setup when entertaining, too—guests can easily serve themselves, and multiple people can gather around the island at once to fill their glasses.
5. Fill a narrow spot with a wooden piece
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A thin wood console table can also serve a key purpose and is a great choice for long and narrow kitchens. Use it as a sit-down coffee bar and sip your morning cup of Joe somewhere that isn’t your stain-prone sofa!
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We don’t know about you, but we might actually spend as much time deciding what to watch as we do actually enjoying a series. And while we love to explore what’s out there in the streaming universe, we’re busy people—and so are you. In the interest of maximizing your time and getting you to the good stuff, we’ve made it our mission to help you find your next “so-good-you-recommend-to-everyone-else” series.
And while we await the creation of a dating app that will match us with a show based on our personality traits, we’re turning to the next best thing: Your next series to binge-watch is written in the stars. Here’s what to watch based on your Zodiac sign:
Succession
Where to stream: HBO
Number of seasons: 2
Aries are known to be passionate, independent, ambitious, and competitive as hell, which makes Succession an obvious choice for the Aries in need of a new binge-watch. In this HBO drama, we meet the Roy family, who controls Waystar Royco, an international media conglomerate. As the aging patriarch of the company and father of the family contemplates what the future holds, the rest of the family struggles for power and control as loyalties collide.
Suits
Where to stream: Amazon Prime, Peacock
Number of seasons: 9
Tauruses think deeply about all things money, love, and career, which makes Suits the perfect binge-watch on a weekday night. In this legal drama, a team of lawyers is launched into a battle for power when a new partner joins the firm. With heartbreaking betrayals, fiery romances, witty banter, and nine seasons, this one will keep you entertained from start to finish.
Behind Her Eyes
Where to stream: Netflix
Number of seasons: 1
Geminis might just be one of the most dynamic signs of all: They’re versatile, expressive, curious, passionate, and they love a good plot twist in their choice of entertainment. By the standards of any Gemini, Behind Her Eyes, a psychological, supernatural thriller with a touch of romance, is worth the watch. With twists and turns they’ll never see coming, it’s a show that they’ll recommend to anyone who will listen.
The Chair
Where to stream: Netflix
Number of seasons: 1
While Cancers are known to be a bit intense, they have a funny side with a dry sense of humor—kind of like one of Netflix’s newest dark comedies, The Chair. When a woman at a large university becomes the first woman of color to step into the role of Chair, she is challenged with meeting the conflicting demands and high expectations of saving a failing English department. While the content is urgent in nature, it makes room for dry humor that will make you fall in love with the first season and long for a second.
Real Housewives of Potomac
Where to stream: Hulu, Peacock
Number of seasons: 5
If there’s one sign we secretly wish that we could all be, it’s a Leo. Known famously for being outgoing, firey, self-assured, and adventurous, Leos deserve a show that’s as bold as they are. And when we think unapologetically fabulous, we think of Real Housewives of Potomac. With five seasons, a ton of “did she just say that?” drama, and bold personalities all around, this reality TV series serves up all of the tea you could ever want.
Grace and Frankie
Where to stream: Netflix
Number of seasons: 7
Whoever said that diamonds are a girl’s best friend must have never met a Virgo. Virgos are the Golden Retriever of the zodiac signs: bold, intelligent, warm, and courageous. And what better storyline of female friendship than our all-time favorite comedy-drama series, Grace and Frankie? This rivals-turned-friends storyline is one that we hold near and dear to our hearts and one that keeps us laughing for hours on end.
Dear White People
Where to stream: Netflix
Number of seasons: 4
Libras are lovers of balance, justice, and exploring multiple viewpoints, and for that, we can’t help but recommend one of our all-time favorites, Dear White People. In this comedy-drama series based on the film with the same name, a group of students of color at Winchester University use irony, self-deprecation, brutal honesty, and humor to highlight issues that still plague today’s “post-racial” society.
The Queens Gambit
Where to stream: Netflix
Number of seasons: 1
Scorpios tend to be pretty intense. They’re passionate, stubborn, brave, and unafraid of controversy, making The Queen’s Gambit a guilty pleasure for Scorpios everywhere. In this drama miniseries, a young chess prodigy will do anything to rise from an orphanage to the world stage, no matter the cost. While grappling with mental health issues, romance, and addiction, her will to become the greatest remains unwavering in the face of conflict.
Outer Banks
Where to stream: Netflix
Number of seasons: 2
We love a Saggitarius—extroverted, optimistic, funny, generous, and a born-adventurer—just as much as they would love both seasons of Outer Banks. This action-adventure mystery has it all: on-point chemistry between characters, a wild treasure hunt, a bit of humor, and a ton of mystery that will keep you coming back for more. With a recurrent theme of friendship and an action-packed plotline, you’ll want to finish both seasons in one sitting.
Peaky Blinders
Where to stream: Netflix
Number of seasons: 5
Capricorns are serious, tenacious, disciplined, detail-oriented, and intelligent, which makes them the perfect viewer for the critically acclaimed series Peaky Blinders. This British crime drama tells the tale of a notorious gang led by the fierce (and easy-on-the-eyes) crime boss, Tommy Shelby, who will do whatever it takes to move his family up in the world, no matter the cost. While the beginning of the series takes some setup and time to gain momentum, Capricorns’ affinity for discipline and detail is perfect for the high-investment, high-reward payoff.
Ted Lasso
Where to stream: Apple TV+
Number of seasons: 2
Aquarians deserve a show as fun-loving, sweet, and quirky as they are, so it would be no surprise if Ted Lasso was at the top of their watch list. In this outstanding comedy series, Ted Lasso, a small-time football coach hired to coach a professional soccer team overseas with no experience, takes on an uphill battle of bringing a team together with optimism and underdog determination. It’s a feel-good show that’ll make you wonder why you didn’t hop on it sooner.
Never Have I Ever
Where to stream: Netflix
Number of seasons: 2
Pisces are creative, intuitive, emotionally intelligent, sympathetic, and totally wear their hearts on their sleeves, so they’ll definitely fall head-over-heels in love with Never Have I Ever. In this coming-of-age romance meets comedy meets drama, we meet Dev—a witty, first-generation Indian American teenager who wants to make the most of her social life in the wake of a traumatic year.
What You Should Read Next Based On Your Zodiac Sign
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