Innehållsförteckning för August 2018 från Cosmopolitan

1. Turn up the tunes while cooling down with Ultimate Ears’ waterproof, big-bass Wonderboom Blue-tooth speaker ($100, amazon.com). 2. Get luxe lips in one swipe with Maybelline New York’s Color Sensational Shine Compulsion Oil-in-Lipstick ($7.50, maybelline.com). 3 Make Skin by Same’s bold bikinis your vacay uniform (top, $75, bottom, $75, samelosangeles.com). 4 This National Sisters Day (August 5), tag your built-in bestie—the Bey to your Solange. 5. With Lancôme’s ultra-smoothing Rose Sugar Scrub, your skin will smell as sweet as it looks ($25, lancome-usa.com). listen read 6. Ariana Grande’s fourth album might be called Sweetener, but its triumphant tracklist is any-thing but sugarcoated. 7. Drake cements his bid for chart king of 2018 with the release of Scorpion and a slew of tour dates featuring opening act Migos. 8. Florence and…

Outward Bound “I love London in the sun, so my idea of a summer date is grabbing a couple of beers out-doors at a park-side pub. Sitting inside at a table can be quite stuffy—it’s not everyone’s cup of tea. Maybe for a second date, but for the first, you want to be comfortable.” Romance Goals “People seem to think I’m funny for some reason. That’s not something I’d say about myself. But I’m a fantastic cuddler. Spooner of the Year—now that’s a title I’d want!” Rock-Star Life “I’m sure there are artists who go crazy, partying in their dressing rooms, but for me, it’s not like that at all. I mean, last night before I went onstage, I unpacked my suitcases and refolded everything. Definitely not the scene you…

Wear One With… A Dress Shirt The charms give a femme touch to crisp workwear. More Gold Chains It’s all about layering—mix different sizes and shapes. A Plain White Tee Fancify the everyday wardrobe must-have.…

Carry-On Cleanser Make suitcase spills a thing of the past. Rub this dirt-and-oil-busting apricot and honey stick onto wet skin, massage, and rinse away. Mess-Free Mask Sexy skin is just a swipe away with this vitamin C– loaded treatment. Apply to a wet or dry face, chill for five, and wash off. Dew-It-All Serum Inside this twist-up: a mix of hydrating watermelon extract and hyaluronic acid that thirsty skin will drink up. Bag Buster Nix tired, puffy eyes with a dab of soothing cucumber and cooling peppermint. Invisible SPF Bye, greasy beach hands! Just roll this clear, SPF-50 dry oil onto smaller areas, like your face, neck, and chest. Glow-tion The skin-strengthening ceramides in this solid cream are as lifesaving as your morning cold brew. Shine Stopper This mattifier blurs…

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Every relationship has three distinct parts: me, you, and us. But when you’re dating someone new and amazing, it’s crazy-easy to get so sucked into having fun with bae that you drop your beloved me-time (buh-bye, facemask Sundays!)…or act salty when your partner wants a day or two alone (“What! To play Fortnite? Ugh”). It’s a tricky balancing act—especially for millennials, who are spending more years being single and cherishing their #DoNotDisturb moments than any other generation. (The proof: The average American woman now gets married at 27, compared to 23 in 1990 and 20 in 1960. For men, it’s 29, up from 26 and 22, respectively.) In fact, giving a new love your all while also preserving some space for solo fulfillment is one of the biggest issues sex…

1 One-Upping Don’t get carried away with a game of “Who has the best life?” Great dates are about two people who celebrate each other. 2 Asking a Lot but Sharing Too Little By the end of a first date, he should feel like he has some window into who you are. But questions don’t build intimacy if you turn them into an interview while with-holding your own thoughts. 3 Cutting Him Off Before He’s Finished Be the person who makes space. If he can’t finish his thought, he won’t be listening to what you’re saying. He’ll be thinking about what he didn’t get to say. 4 Acting Distracted Attention is a scarce commodity these days. There’s nothing sexier than someone who puts down their phone and focuses on the…

Somewhere along the spectrum of cool, hand jobs went the way of Pokémon Go. “It was probably one of the first moves you ever did,” says sexologist Emily Morse, host of the Sex With Emily podcast. And who wants to go back to those awk days? But having a pair of paws (other than his own) on his shaft can be super sexy. So try Morse’s best handy move, The Double Twister: Squirt some silicone lube (it lasts longer than the water-based kind) onto your hands, then lightly twist them in different directions up his stick shift, over his tip, and then back down toward the base. Once you start, neither of you will worry about keeping your cool.…

Thanks to social media, you know more about other people’s love lives than ever before. You see photos of couples kissing, going on romantic dates and epic trips, and celebrating what appears to be the perfect union. Often, these posts are their own kind of fake news. You’re seeing only the good moments that someone has chosen to show. What you don’t see: the bickering, the blow-out arguments, or the boring nights spent at home. The same can be true IRL. Couples may show only a specific side of their life in public—usually, the happy one. That’s why, even though making comparisons to twosomes you admire is perfectly natural, it can take a toll on your love life. Those curated images may leave you plagued by thoughts like Why don’t…

Ever polish off a healthy veggie-filled lunch, only to feel as puffy as if you’d downed a burger and fries? This WTF scenario is actually pretty common and can truly suck in the summer, when bloat makes your high-waisted shorts and skimpy swimsuits feel like medieval torture devices. Here’s what gives: A large high-fat meal can indeed lead to the proverbial food-baby feeling—but that’s not the only reason for a distended belly. Most often, the true culprit is gas, says Sonya Angelone, RDN, a spokesperson for the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. This is especially likely if you’re eating fiber-rich foods (read: kale, beans, fruit). “Almost any high-fiber food, even in a reasonable portion, can make you feel bloated,” explains Angelone. That’s because your stomach’s digestive enzymes have to work…

1 Contraception Always carry your own condoms and, because they can break, Plan B. On the Pill? Stay on schedule regardless of your time zone by setting an alarm on your phone, and make sure you have enough pills to last your entire trip. 2 Antibiotics If you’re prone to UTIs, pack antibiotics and an OTC urinary-pain reliever, like AZO. Ask your doc for an antibiotic prescription for just-in-case situations. 3 Lube Okay, so it won’t prevent pregnancy or STIs, but being slippery during sex is still beneficial, since dryness can cause pain, vaginal tears, and burning sensations. Bring a condom-safe water-or silicone-based tube. 4 An Exit Strategy Before leaving the bar with that hot dude, tell your friends where you’re going. And consider sporting a discreet panic button, like…

Thirsty for more? Do it lying on a bench, with your legs out over the end. Gravity’s pull means extra resistance and super-charged abs. SNAP NOW, SWEAT LATER! Take a pic of this move to bring to the gym. Best. Vacation. Move. Ever. You don’t need space, equipment, or much time for this killer core strengthener from fit-fluencer KAYLA ITSINES (@Kayla_Itsines), cocreator of the BBG and BBG Stronger programs. Lie on your back with your legs extended and feet together. Put your hands under your butt, palms facing down. Engage your core, keeping your lower back pressed to the ground, your belly button drawn toward your spine, and your feet flexed. Lift your legs until they’re perpendicular to your torso. Pause, then slowly lower your legs as far as you…

So your summer has been extra…expensive. But there’s no need to face fall with a hollowed-out bank account and a pile of debt. Nor do you need to spend these last few glorious-but-fleeting weeks of summer locked in your house eating ramen noodles. Just follow these thrifty tips for spending next to nothing all August long—without missing a thing. $1,300 The average amount a millennial will spend on summer social plans SOURCE: 2017 GM STUDY DIY Happy Hour Outdoor after-work hangs are the best way to stay super social without racking up big bills, says Stefanie O’Connell, author of The Broke and Beautiful Life. Instead of hitting a trendy alfresco bar, grab some rosé with your pals, and plop down somewhere free, like your backyard, rooftop, or a park. Blow…

Long blonde hair with soft curls angled away from the face A Needed: highlights, extensions, blowout Natural makeup (no crazy colors!) with a glossy lip B Needed: fake eyelashes, professional application Short pink nails, always your own How Far Some Girls C Needed: manicure, pedicure A healthy sun-kissed glow D Needed: full-body spray tan Stylish, conservative outfit; bonus points for name brands E Needed: designer clothes and shoes The appointments start trickling in as early as May. By the end of June, La Rousse, a salon run out of a quaint white house near the University of Mississippi’s Oxford campus, is booked solid for the fall’s “recruitment week,” aka sorority rush. Starting in mid-September, its stylists will see up to 95 college students per day, beginning at 7:30 a.m. Most…

Q_ What is your readers’ current go-to beauty look? A_ Natural hair and natural makeup. Less is more. Q_ The fashion item you’re coveting right now: A_ These amazing Macaria Tennis Mexico sneakers. Q_ What does it take to impress a Mexican woman? A_ A great sense of humor. And the ability to break the ice without trying too hard.…

I think everyone in their 20s should: Screw up a bunch on their journey of self-discovery. I have a real weakness for: Buffalo wings. I like my wings like I like my man: hot and naked. The last time I was nervous: Wrestle-Mania. It was my very first WWE match, in front of a crowd of about 80,000. My best trait: Loyalty. And my worst: Same. I’m loyal to a fault. My #WCW: My best friend [and fellow WWE star], Marina Shafir. She’s a badass who inspires me every day. My vice: It rotates—right now, it’s Amazon 1-Click purchases. I always need at least one vice since being perfect makes me crazy. A common misconception about me: That I’m gratuitously violent. I don’t fight for free—that’s for amateurs. Fave costar:…

Confessions “I was at a frat party and had on a stick-on bra. The intense humidity plus my sweat made it less sticky, and the thing started to fall off. I ran into the bathroom and knew I had to ditch it. But the bra was expensive, so I didn’t want to toss it. I put the bra in a drawer under the sink, thinking I’d grab it on my way out, but I forgot! My smelly stick-on bar was the laughingstock at every Greek event. I laughed along, hoping they’d never find out!” —VICTORIA V., 23, MEDIA STRATEGIST, MIAMI, FL “I was skateboarding and tried to smoothly breeze by a group of hot tourists at a spot where I normally walk. As I went downhill, I lost my balance…

A perfectly frayed miniskirt is a great substitute for your fave worn-in jeans. After a sexy-sporty vibe? Try a hit of neon and athletic touches. Add a vibrant cherry pop to an all-white ensemble. Embroidery, stripes, and baby pink upgrade those basic blues. • Open your Amazon App • Tap the camera icon • Choose SmileCode • Scan to shop!…

Even with lots of leg, the look goes demure when paired with a blazer and sneaks. A black patent mini and killer heels take you from chill to bow-chicka-wow-wow in an instant.…

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I RECENTLY HAD AN EPIPHANY at the shampoo sink. Worried that my fine hair might be thinning, I leaned into a trendy new Japanese beauty treatment called head spa, a high-tech scalp facial that’s supposed to be a game changer for hair. But as she squeezed and scrubbed, Yoshie Sakuma, a stylist at the Pierre Michel Salon in New York City, assured me it wasn’t my hair but rather my scalp that could use some help. Magnified photos showed tiny sand dune–like structures at the base of each strand—buildup of dried oil, dead skin, and hair products around the follicles. Suddenly, I deeply regretted my fourth-day hair. “Scalp care is an essential step of hair care,” Sakuma said. “Almost every salon in Japan has a head-spa menu.” In the States,…

Tucked away somewhere in Kim Kardashian West’s mansion right now is a box that contains an old chicken-nugget container, just one of the many items she’s saved from memorable dates and experiences—with guys other than Kanye. “Everyone has an ex box,” she recently insisted on an episode of the family’s reality show. You know what she means… that container filled with ticket stubs, photo-booth strips, and other mementos of a previous lover—the kind of emotionally charged stash that can be harder to give up than the relationship itself. The question is, Do you even need to? Well, it depends. An ex box might simply be filled with innocent keepsakes that remind you of your personal growth, says Michelle Janning, PhD, a professor of sociology at Whitman College and author of…

UNDERSTANDABLE “Signing up for a marathon and pretending I liked running so I could train with a girl for the race.” —JEROME S., 21 “Going to church for an entire year, all for a girl who was Christian. The thing is, I’m not religious at all!” —ARDIT L., 25 “There was this girl who helped me grow. I got a tattoo of her mole, her glasses, her bun, and her first initial.” —DAVID R., 20 OUTRAGEOUS “I kept dating this girl even after her mom said they were witches and had magical powers. She tried to put a spell on me!” —LUKE A., 22…

Consider it the best way to feel devilishly titillated from head to toe. “Sensation play builds arousal by touching and teasing different areas of the body with a variety of pressures, temperatures, and textures,” says sexologist Emily Morse, host of the Sex With Emily podcast. “It’s a great way for couples to extend foreplay and explore each other’s erogenous zones.” Try blindfolding your partner, grabbing some ice, and tracing the frozen cubes along their lips, neck, and lower stomach to stimulate the nerve endings of their warm skin. The experience will feel crazy-good—much better than a blast of A/C.…

4.6 The average girth, in inches, of a hard penis (about the perimeter of the tomato at left). To beef themselves up, some men use a penis pump to temporarily appear thicker. NO BONES IN BONERS It’s true! However, though rare, too much pressure on his erectile tissue can cause a tear, or “break.” (It’s excruciatingly painful, and your guy should def book it to the ER.) 69% of males trim the jungle around their junk, according to a 2017 Cosmopolitan.com survey; 17 percent completely deforest; and 10 percent keep it au naturel. MEATUS An unfortunate term for an important hole, this is the tiny opening at the end of his sausage where semen and urine exit his body. SOURCES: ALEX SHTEYNSHLYUGER, MD; THE PENIS BOOK, BY AARON SPITZ, MD;…

1 Lubricated 2 Extra Thin 3 Regular 4 Ribbed SOURCE: SKYN CONDOMS 2018 MILLENNIAL SEX SURVEY HOW TO PUT ONE ON… Check that the wrapper is intact and the expiration date is okay, then use your hands to open it. Make sure the condom is right side up. It should look like a mini-sombrero, with the reservoir tip pointed up. While pinching the tip with two fingers, place the rubber on the head of your guy’s shaft, then use your other hand to roll it the rest of the way down. SOURCE: THE PENIS BOOK, BY AARON SPITZ, MD…

1 Do they reject activities you do together as not fun or fulfilling enough? __YES __NO Do they often blame you for a lack of excitement in your one-on-one time? __YES __NO Do you always feel the need to entertain them when they’re around? __YES __NO If you answered mostly yes, your mate may be unfairly judging your connection. Use humor (“Guess that date last week was kind of boring!”) to call out their distorted view, and remind them of the real connection you share. If you answered mostly no, your S.O. seems to be evaluating your relationship based on its own merits. Continue celebrating what you love about each other by expressing your feelings and gratitude.…

Brew Some Tea Specifically, dandelion or caffeinated green or black tea. They act as a mild diuretic that flushes excess water out of your system to help you de-puff. Pop an OTC Gas Remedy These meds’ main ingredient, simethicone, breaks gas bubbles in your gut into smaller bubbles, allowing them to dissolve. Bounce Around The impact from moves like jumping jacks and jogging can push gas through your bowels pretty quickly, which will give gravity a key assist, says Sonya Angelone, RDN.…

Ask Dr. Ashton Q Will antibiotics mess with the Pill? A_ Not unless you’re taking rifampin, rifabutin, or rifapentine, the only ones known to make the Pill less effective. More common drugs like amoxicillin could slightly change your hormone balance but won’t change how well your oral contraceptive works. Q Help. I have sore boobs during PMS! A_ Estrogen and progesterone fluctuations can cause breast tenderness before your period. OTC acetaminophen and oral anti-inflammatory drugs may help. You could also try a more supportive bra, and some evidence suggests that cutting out caffeine can ease discomfort. SOURCE: JENNIFER ASHTON, MD, OB-GYN AND ABC NEWS CHIEF MEDICAL CORRESPONDENT Healthy Obsession These comfy kicks—they’re like foot pillows—are genius. They track your speed, distance, and stride as you run, phone-free. Under Armour HOVR…

BEST FOR BEACH VIBES Santa Barbara, California Almost 100 miles northwest of L.A., this sun-drenched surf town is where celebs escape to unwind. (Hey, if it’s good enough for Oprah…) Local yogi Luca Cupery of Yoga Soup (yogasoup.com) plans your low-key weekend: Friday Drop in on a group sesh at Downtown Community Acupuncture. Afterward, head to Ah Juice for a fresh-pressed green potion. (yourdca.com, from $20 per treatment; ahjuice.com) Saturday Dig your feet into the sand at crazy-beautiful Arroyo Burro Beach (called Hendry’s by the locals). Towering rock cliffs give it a secluded feel. Stick around for the #NoFilter sunset. “A barefoot walk at dusk while listening to the waves is like a balm for the body and mind,” says Cupery. Sunday Breathe easy in the Himalayan rock-salt caves at…

We’ve hit that point in the summer when I prematurely start stressing about it slipping away (deep breaths). As a kid, I remember thinking I went to school for a year and then had a year break—summer seemed that long! (Somehow I failed to notice there wasn’t a change of seasons during that alternate “year.”) To recapture that endless-summer feeling, we’ve packed this issue with tons of tips that’ll help you maintain a flirty, carefree vibe—everything from our Summer Sex Q&A to no-fuss (but still supercute) hairstyles to fun things to do for free. We also have a “Travel Well” mini-section to make sure you finish strong. Hope you have a sizzling August! Write to me at Michele@Cosmopolitan.com. Add to Cart Re/Done Denim I’m not the only one in deep…

“I was on top while having sex with this guy at his beach house. I was really feeling myself, I guess a little too much. I rocked back and somehow lost control of my entire body and fell off the bed. So there I was, twisted, naked limbs all over the place. And I look up, and the dude is holding his crotch in agony! He goes, ‘I think you broke my penis.’ I got him a package of frozen peas to put on it. I didn’t know what else to do! And I said, ‘Get it? Peas for your pea-nis,’ to lighten the mood. It didn’t work.” —DEE N., 25 “My summer fling and I decided to take a canoe out on the lake and hook up one night.…

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To hell with finding balance. This season, you can wear micro shorts, sunnies, and a satchel all at once!…

Accordion Headbands Paired with a messy bun and pushed almost to the crown of your head, it’s way edgier the second time around. Snap Clips Rock two right next to each other or one above each ear—just stick to metallics or black to keep the vibe chic, not cheesy. Hair Claws Bust open your Caboodle and find a claw. Then slick damp or dry strands into a twist, and clip. Scrunchies Years ago, Cosmo printed a sex tip using a scrunchie. For now, you can stick to wrapping one around a low pony or a high bun. Logo Bands Into athleisure? Slip on a sporty, branded sweatband just above your hairline. • Open your Amazon App • Tap the camera icon • Choose SmileCode • Scan to shop!…

PRESENTED BY PANTENE Cleanse Your Social Feed Do you Follow anyone who makes you feel bad about yourself? I did! I would compare myself to this person, wondering why I didn’t get a certain opportunity or why I wasn’t at her same level in my career. Well, I recently hit Unfollow, and it was the best decision. Now, I can focus on the fun parts of social media—like silly memes. Chill on Treats Saying no to a sweet spree does more than save empty cals—it can also save your skin. Sugar binds to skin’s proteins and lipids (a process called glycation), altering them to form advanced glycation end-products (or AGEs)—mutant molecules that warp collagen and elastin. The result: less dewy and bouncy skin. Add in Charcoal When it comes to…

PRESENTED BY HEAD & SHOULDERS Morning: A HEALTHY START “I stay active because it’s good for my body—present and future—and the same goes for my hair,” explains Krystal. Caring for your scalp is the most simple and effective step you can take toward reaching your #hairgoals. Afternoon: BEAUTY LIKE A BOSS An efficient multitasking regimen? Krystal gets it done. “In my business, confidence is everything—and no-fuss hair is a big part of that.” Head & Shoulders is the ultimate wash-and-go hack, but with the added benefit of long-term beauty. Evening: THE MANE EVENT The path to It-girl status is paved with photo ops, “so I need silky, smooth strands on demand,” Krystal says. Camera-ready hair is all about how you care for it. Head & Shoulders rejuvenates your hair at…

The Bubble These sweet cheeks are just plain pinchable. The Shelf It sticks out and gets noticed…and provides a spot to rest a book. The SpongeBob Guys have longer and narrower pelvises, hence the ubiquitous square derriere. The Perfect David When a dude has chiseled glutes like these, he is either blessed or has done his squats. The Pancake Sorta the no-butt of butts, and the super-flat behind lots of cuties have. The Upside-Down Heart It’s narrow at the top with more volume below.…

How do I approach a hot guy on the beach without being creepy? A_ Easy. Most beach bros are not going to mind being hit on by a girl—especially if they are accustomed to making the first move and have spent all day checking out the talent on the sand (can you blame us?). So expect him to be grateful. Just remember: Since everyone is half-naked, his mind is already aroused, so keep your line simple and not overly sexual. Ask a super mellow question like “Wanna play volleyball?” or even “Where are you from?” When you’re standing there looking hot—and eyeing him up too—you don’t have to spike the serve…you just need to get the volley going. I’m going to be in a vacay house with my friends, my…

1 Sensory stimuli, such as the smell of your perfume, the way you caress his arm, the taste of your lips, or even just thinking about seeing you naked, send signals to his brain that jump-start blood flow to his privates. Congrats, you’ve officially turned him on. 2 A flood of hormones (oxytocin, testosterone, and dopamine) gives him a boost of sexual desire. Psst: Talk dirty to him now. 3 During foreplay, blood fills the erectile tissue in his penis, expanding it to its max. The pressure forces the veins shut, trapping blood inside, causing an erection. Muscles at the base of his shaft flex, making him literally throb. 4 Meanwhile, the skin around his testicles, aka scrotum, tightens, causing his danglers to rise up toward his body. The surrounding…

About 1 in 3 men around the world are circumcised, which means their foreskin—a roll of retractable tissue that contains nerve endings and protects the head of the penis—was surgically removed after they were born. The procedure is considered a rite of passage within certain religions like Judaism, but it’s uncommon in countries like the UK and rare in most of Latin America, Asia, and Europe. Here in the U.S., the snip has been de rigueur—that is, until recently. In 2013, the CDC reported for the first time that male circumcision rates had dropped (from 64.5 percent in 1979 to 58.3 percent in 2010). While the cut may come with health benefits like a decreased risk for STIs and UTIs, many experts—including the American Academy of Pediatrics—say those perks don’t…

1. Turn on the flashlight feature in your dark bedroom to illuminate different parts of your clothed body. Instruct your mate to follow your lead and remove each piece of clothing you focus the light on. 2. Video-chat bae, then tell them to keep their hands where you can see ’em while you pleasure yourself. Once you’ve finished, it’s their turn to climax while you watch. 3. Text your S.O. your favorite sex memory. Start with “Remember when…,” then ask them to keep the hot retelling going (in detail). Later, use your vivid back-and-forth as erotic inspo for a solo sex session. 4. Send audio files of questions like “Would you rather kiss my neck or my nipples?” to your partner. “Hearing someone’s voice brings fantasies to life,” says sex…

27 The percentage of women who admit to having had sex in a semipublic place, like a bathroom or elevator, while on vacation. When Margaret*, a 28-year-old nursing student in Chicago, traveled through Europe a few years ago, she did lots of things outside her comfort zone, like eat pot brownies, skinny-dip in an Italian river, and…bang a guy she barely knew on the hood of a parked car in Switzerland, sans condom. Margaret now blames that last move—and the case of chlamydia it led to—on #VacationVibes. “At home, I’d never have unprotected sex with someone I’m not in a relationship with.” Research suggests this type of judgment lapse isn’t an isolated incident. Two recent studies, led by Liza Berdychevsky, PhD, from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign found that…

The new company Lactation Lab offers test kits for your mom juice. The basic version measures calories, carbs, protein, and fat. A fancier kit screens for nutrients tied to immune function (vitamin A) and brain development (vitamin B12), among others, so you can adjust your diet to make baby’s meals more nutrish, says founder and family medicine physician Stephanie Canale, MD. From $79 (with 20 percent off code COSMO20 on your first order), lactationlab.com…

People mess up. Bad stuff happens. These are universal truths. But when it takes place at work—and you’re responsible for the eff-up—remember two things: First, failure is fundamental to success, and second, there’s usually something you can do to salvage your reputation. Read on to learn how to recover from these common screwups. 1 You Lied on Your Résumé You never actually climbed Kilimanjaro, you don’t speak French, and that volunteer gig at the old folks’ home… yeah, didn’t happen. Your only option is to come clean rather than dig yourself deeper: You wanted your position so badly, you stretched the truth to lock it down. The success of your I’m sorry depends on what you fibbed about. Claiming a few skills you don’t actually have is recoverable, says John…

Just ask…well, pretty much anyone who has worked with her, from her Black Swan co-lead Natalie Portman (they bonded watching Top Chef in sweatpants) to her After Sex castmate Zoe Saldana (Mila was front and center when Zoe’s Hollywood Walk of Fame star was unveiled) to her Bad Moms bud Kristen Bell (the supertight pair got matching “friendship hair-cuts” last year). Even her marriage to longtime That ’70s Show costar Ashton Kutcher, the stuff of fangirl dreams, was born out of a years-long—you guessed it!—friendship. Mila can’t kick her habit of turning colleagues into ride-or-dies. Listen in as the 34-year-old dishes to her latest, Kate McKinnon, about secret fantasies and career superpowers. KM: You’re very close with your family. How did they influence who you are today? MK: My parents…

ABOUT LACE Try this juxto: Layer something super femme under any blazer or jean jacket. The allure is in the surprise. NIGHT FOR DAY Want to add a little sass to your skivvies? Cowboy boots are major this season and add some toughness to a tender ensemble. Model and body-positivity activist Candice Huffine brings the heat—without even breaking a sweat. Her confidence and badass style (just check out the vintage T-shirt collection on her bomb Insta feed) can only be described as #Goals. Oh, and she also has her own sporty clothing label. In between posing for these fire photos, the influencer talked fashion, success, and self-love. Rebel at Heart “I once showed up to high school in a black miniskirt, oversize sweater, and leopard knee-high boots. Everybody was like…

Focus on the area directly beneath your pinkie, and examine it in a natural light, if possible. You may see one or more horizontal lines or creases. These are your relationship lines and represent the particularly close bonds you will have with others throughout your lifetime. Most people have between one and five lines. First, flex your dominant hand a few times, and then hold your palm facing you, with your fingers slightly bent. WHAT TO LOOK FOR Your dominant hand reflects relationships that have actually happened, and your other hand indicates the potential for new ones. The state of each line’s end (the end is closer to your thumb rather than the outer edge of your hand) is said to reflect the nature of the relationship. For instance: A…

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1. While getting dressed for a meet-up, your style MO is: __A Whatever is free of wine stains. Playing the field has your closet in ruins. __B A classy jumpsuit and killer heels. They say to dress for the date you want, and you’re shooting for a grand tour of a penthouse. __C The sweatshirt your grandma wore when she locked eyes with Gramps. It’s sure to also summon The One for you. 2. After a fun time with someone new, you: __A Trade flirty emoji, then set up your next big night out. __B Send friendly reminders of your awesomeness, like your crazy-soft linen sheets and great Uber passenger rating. __C Take no action. If it’s truly meant to be, you’ll surely bump into each other again. 3. You’re…