Innehållsförteckning för Fall 2025 från Cosmopolitan

if there were ever a time to launch a fashion column—one dedicated to spotlighting high-quality, have-them-forever items—it’s right now, in these pages and also in our new weekly newsletter Let’s Talk Shop (scan the QR code below to sign up!). As we celebrate Cosmopolitan’s 60th anniversary, we’ve spent plenty of time digging through the magazine’s fashion archives and we can confirm: When it comes to beautifully made, timeless staples, there are certain materials and silhouettes that transcend trends. So for this edition of Haul Pass, we’re bringing you some extraspecial, easy-to-wear finds that will always be classics. From an indisputable It Bag (look at that Chloé number at left—isn’t she gorgeous?) to perfectly scarlet Jude pumps, from a cashmere Polo sweater that can double as a scarf to the Cartier…

Should I cut all my hair off?” Madelyn Cline asks, pulling her blonde waves out of an updo. “I was thinking of getting a pixie cut—” KJ Apa cuts her off: “No, no, no, no,” he says, incredulously. “You’re crazy right now—you’ve been working too long. When you work too long, you start thinking, Maybe I should dye my hair pink, maybe just shave it all off.” This was supposed to be an interview about the actors’ Amazon MGM Studios film, The Map That Leads to You, but it feels more like I’m intruding on a private phone call between friends. They share inside jokes and regularly, rapidly complete each other’s sentences, like pinball machines come to life. It’s clear that the duo doesn’t have to dig too deep for…

Sometimes, I try to remember when I became afraid of believing it would all be okay. I assume it was when I was a small child and things rarely seemed to work in my favor. I’ve had therapists suggest this is rooted in early mistrust of my caretakers (feasible) or lingering trauma from a marching-bandrelated incident (not impossible but much less feasible). My single mother worked hard, but as the eldest sibling of four kids, holidays were typically disappointing for me—and worse, my birthday landed two weeks after Christmas… and two days after my much cuter baby sister’s. It felt like a cosmic setup. The chronic disappointment was torturous, so I opted out. I wouldn’t need to stop crying over another heartbreaking near-miss if I just chose to never again…

BOLD LASHES “I've been in love with long, thick eye lashes since 16” FLUSHED CHEEKS “I'm really into the glowy look lately” WINGED EYELINER "Putting my makeup on is what makes me the most confident" CHERRY LIPS "Red lips are my good luck charm". FEATHERED B R O W S "I'm all about light, soft brows" SUNI’S AFFORDABLE MAKEUP EDIT 01. MASCARA When Suni’s not wearing lash extensions, she uses this lengthening pick. L’Oréal Paris Telescopic Lift Washable Mascara, $15, ulta.com 02. FALSE LASHES Her go-to for a voluminous look without pricey professional extensions. Ardell Wispies False Eyelash Multipack, $13, ulta.com 03. HIGHLIGHTER “It’s so glowy,” Suni gushes. “It also lasts so long, and it’s super lightweight.” e.l.f. Cosmetics Halo Glow Liquid Filter, $14, ulta.com 04. LIP GLOSS Suni’s process:…

The Good Girl Effect by Sara Cate — 2025 In a sequel series to the hit Salacious Player’s Club series, Sara Cate introduces a new generation of sexy BDSM practitioners who aren’t afraid to show off exactly what they want. It’s very possible you’ll uncover some new desires of your own while reading. One Golden Summer by Carley Fortune — 2025 Carley Fortune’s previous books tend to be tamer than most of the others on this list, but she really turns up the heat in her latest. Proof that best-selling authors are getting more comfortable making things explicit. The Fake Mate by Lana Ferguson — 2023 Omegaverse (a genre typically centered around werewolves) has moved from fan fiction to the mainstream. Lana Ferguson adds a fake relationship between coworkers that…

CHRISHELL STAUSE AND G FLIP CANCER VIRGO Although the pair come from starkly different backgrounds, their union is the better for it. They have close Venus placements (Chrishell in Leo and G Flip in Virgo), so they share relationship values and respond positively to each other’s way of showing affection. This also makes both of them prone to making grand romantic gestures (like publicly dedicating a song to your lover—yes, that happened here). The couple also has a Jupiter conjunct Pluto aspect, meaning their relationship is significantly transforming both parties and is intense in the best ways. Think: an “us against the world” vibe. But because Pluto’s influence can also make it easy for a partner to feel possessive, Chrishell and G Flip should stay mindful about giving each other…

’60s JULY 1967 “I Didn’t Have the Baby, I Had the Abortion” One woman examines the emotional complexities of having an abortion and recounts how challenging it was before the U.S. Supreme Court legalized the procedure via Roe v. Wade. NOVEMBER 1968 “Living With the Pill” In 1960, the FDA approved the first birth control pill, but years later, people still had plenty of questions. This thorough, four-page guide answered everything from “How does the pill work?” to “Could it mask cancer symptoms?” ’70s FEBRUARY 1970 “A Gynecologist Tells the Reassuring Truth About the Pill” A compassionate male gynecologist offers a simple and timeless truth: “The only difference between making love and making a pregnancy is a contraceptive.” JULY 1972 “The New CU-7 Birth Control Device” Before it was even…

Lola Young FAN-FAVORITE TRACK: “Messy” SONG YOU SHOULD KNOW: “Big Brown Eyes” Highlyy FAN-FAVORITE TRACK: “Soldier” SONG YOU SHOULD KNOW: “More Parties” Shakes FAN-FAVORITE TRACK: “Better Than I?” SONG YOU SHOULD KNOW: “Millionaire” Sam Fender FAN-FAVORITE TRACK: “Seventeen Going Under” SONG YOU SHOULD KNOW: “Tyrants” Girl Group FAN-FAVORITE TRACK: “Your Fantasy” SONG YOU SHOULD KNOW: “Flink Pike” Olivia Dean FAN-FAVORITE TRACK: “Dive” SONG YOU SHOULD KNOW: “It Isn’t Perfect But It Might Be” Amie Blu FAN-FAVORITE TRACK: “everything about her” SONG YOU SHOULD KNOW: “call it what it is” Jana Diab FAN-FAVORITE TRACK: “Escape Plan” SONG YOU SHOULD KNOW: “Season One” Victor Ray FAN-FAVORITE TRACK: “Stay for a While” SONG YOU SHOULD KNOW: “World at My Feet” Sam Ryder FAN-FAVORITE TRACK: “Tiny Riot” SONG YOU SHOULD KNOW: “White Lies” Nia…

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How do you define a casual relationship these days? It can mean something different to everyone, but generally speaking, a casual relationship is a conscious choice to connect in the present moment, without assuming things have to lead to a traditional end point like exclusivity or marriage. (It is not a loophole for bad behavior, games, or emotional distance.) The most important thing is communication. Maybe to you and whoever you’re with, casual means hot sex but no sleepovers. Or intimacy but staying off each other’s social media. Or seeing each other but also other people. There is no universal rule book, but clarity is key. Why don’t men ask questions on dates? It’s an epidemic! It’s actually a reflection of societal conditioning, which undervalues leading with curiosity—the exact opposite…

With Alchemised, you revisited Manacled and truly reinvented its world and characters. What was that process like? I wanted Alchemised to be something very different. Even though it was drawing from this story I had written previously, I didn’t want it to feel like it was the same thing. It took about two years and four full rewrites. Given how beloved the original fanfic is, did you feel a lot of pressure? There were definitely moments where it felt daunting. But I couldn’t make it its own story if I held on to maintaining all of these elements for sentimentality’s sake. That realization helped me feel less beholden to giving people all the same feelings they got from Manacled. How did you stay inspired while writing? I find that inspiration…

there are plenty of high-stakes conversations couples should have before getting serious. But perhaps the most important one is about money. As in, full disclosure on salaries, credit scores, spending habits, and more. In a world where student loan debt has never been higher and life in general has never felt more expensive, financial communication is key. Plus, 86 percent of men and 74 percent of women in longterm romantic relationships believe in dividing fiscal responsibilities fairly, according to OkCupid data. Of course, that can mean different things to different couples. Keep reading to steal some tips for making the money work in your own relationship. “Now that we have two kids, have established careers, and purchased two homes together, we view money more as ‘ours.’ It’s hard to keep…

Liisi + Karl SINGER AND ACTOR, 31 + VISUAL ARTIST, TRAVEL PHOTOGRAPHER, AND CREATIVE DIRECTOR, 31 Years together: 4 LIISI: We were just in Costa Rica… KARL: …at an Airbnb in the middle of nowhere. There were hornet’s nests on the doors. LIISI: Every time we needed to get groceries, it was treacherous. KARL: She is not a fan of bugs. LIISI: Who likes hornets?! KARL: I’m just happy to provide value in this relationship. I can handle hornets—that I can do. Nicolas + McKenzie MODEL AND ACTOR, 31 + PUBLICIST, 27 Months together: 8 MCKENZIE: We cook together, taking turns—one night, I’ll be in charge and he’ll be my sous chef, then we’ll switch. NICOLAS: I like your tacos and that kale salad with the salmon. But more than…

IT WAS THE MORNING AFTER Finn Wolfhard shot his final Stranger Things scene. He and his castmates had stayed up all night, hanging out on set, soaking in what might be their last time together for months. Now it was time to drive home, and Finn’s heart felt like it was sinking. The show he’d spent 10 years of his life on was truly over. He asked himself the question you have while going through a breakup because that’s what this felt like: Is this going to last forever, this horrible hole inside me? Thankfully, his costar Sadie Sink was there. She told him to give it a week; he’d be fine. Probably. Fast-forward to today, and you’d assume the 22-year-old is just that: fine, if his IMDb is any…

maybe you first met Cosmopolitan in the grocery store checkout line or while sneaking a copy out of your older sister’s bedroom. Wherever it happened, we can guess what initially caught your eye. Since 1965, when legendary editor Helen Gurley Brown made it her mission to transform a stuffy literary magazine into an audacious cultural tome, Cosmopolitan’s coverlines—in all their direct, provocative, and occasionally problematic glory—have become a legend of their own. Over the decades, they’ve touted everything from outlandish sex tips to wild celebrity revelations to gripping and meaningful exposés. They’ve been smart and sharp and witty and helped define entire eras of womanhood. We hope they remain all those things (albeit in a less male-gaze-y way) for the next 60 years to come. 1.“How to Have Rich-Girl Hair”…