You'd be hard-pressed to find a more dated wedding guest dressing rule than the one that claims you shouldn't wear black. Take one look at the black dress Dakota Johnson is wearing to Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding at Madison Square Garden today, and the word "mourning" (which is where the "rule" comes from) will be the last thing to come to mind. In fact, Johnson's black dress is the perfect example of what you should wear to a wedding in 2026, as it's one of the most elegant dress trends of the year, and is simultaneously timeless.
The trend I'm referring to is a high-neck halter dress. Johnson's wedding guest dress appears to feature a long scarf that ties at the back of the neck as well as a high slit, both adding to the drama of the semi-sheer dress. With the elegant dress she chose to attend her close friend's wedding on this very hot day, Johnson opted for a studded Valentino flap shoulder bag and a pair of satin stiletto mule sandals with an oversized bow. No notes.
Scroll on to see Dakota Johnson's elegant black halter-neck dress for Travis and Taylor's wedding, and shop similar styles for the weddings on your calendar (or any other special occasion).
Dakota Johnson en Route to Travis and Taylor's Wedding
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I've tested hundreds of foundations over the course of my career as a beauty editor (and even more before that). Along the way, I've sorted my favorite formulas into two categories. 1) natural-looking foundations, and 2) foundations that flawlessly cover my rosacea. There are only a couple that make the crossover—they look undetectable from my actual skin and cover blemishes and patchy redness.
Brand and price point have nothing to do with my top picks. It all comes down to performance. I need my foundation to be lightweight, flawless, long-wearing, flexible, breathable...the list goes on. And out of the countless formulas I've tested, there's only one that checks off every single box. I consider it my all-time favorite foundation. I've worn it to family weddings, to take professional headshots, and most recently, to attend a bridal shower on a 90° day. It's grade A, gold star, and top of the class, and I recommend it to basically anyone who will listen.
Chanel
N°1 De Chanel Revitalizing Foundation
Here it is—Chanel's N°1 De Chanel Revitalizing Foundation. This formula is so good that I keep two (sometimes three) bottles on hand at one time. I know I'll use it, and honestly, I'm terrified it might get discontinued for some reason in the far-off future. Since I'm not prepared to process that reality, it makes me feel better to keep duplicates in my collection. Ahead, learn why I'm so obsessed with this foundation, and what sets it apart from so many others I've tested.
I took this picture after wearing the Chanel foundation for six or so hours while attending a bridal shower in 90-degree weather. (Image credit: @kaitlyn_mclintock)
There are a few things that make this foundation so special: its versatility, texture, and staying power. Let's talk versatility first. Unlike other foundations that fit into light-, medium-, or full-coverage categories, this one is adaptable. It's easy to sheer out (just apply a couple of drops with a soft-bristled brush), build up (just smooth it over the skin with your fingers), or keep somewhere in the middle (I use my trusty Beautyblender for medium coverage). It's part of the reason I recommend it to so many people; I know it can work for a variety of coverage preferences.
Next, I need to talk about its texture and staying power. Enriched with red camellia oil and other moisturizing ingredients, Chanel's N°1 De Chanel Revitalizing Foundation is incredibly lightweight and hydrating. It's so featherlight that I sometimes forget I'm wearing foundation at all. It's so hydrating, my dry skin looks smooth and plump whenever I wear it—never cakey or powdery. The red camellia oil gives the foundation a satiny glow and, as a bonus, protects the skin from environmental aggressors.
In my personal experience, most lightweight, hydrating foundations have the worst staying power. They tend to slip, slide, and smudge off my skin, especially in high heat and humidity. This one, however, strikes a rare balance in that it keeps my skin looking hydrated without budging throughout the day. It's part of the reason I always wear it for big events; I know it'll look just as good at the end of the night as it did in the morning after I applied it. Most recently, I wore it to attend a six-hour-long bridal shower in 90° heat. I knew it wouldn't let me down, and it didn't.
Here's one of my beloved (and well-used) bottles of Chanel's N°1 De Chanel Revitalizing Foundation. (Image credit: @kaitlyn_mclintock)
I only have one word of caution. Since it has a luminous finish and a hydrating formula, it might not be the best choice for oily or blemish-prone skin. (In that case, I'd probably choose a velvety matte foundation.) However, if you have normal, dry, sensitive, or mature skin, I can't recommend it enough. It might be an investment at over $80 a bottle, but to me, the "You have great skin" compliments are well worth it.
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This foundation has fermented arnica, which helps relieve redness.
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This is somewhere between a skin tint and a foundation. It's the most lightweight foundation on the market IMO, and it gives the skin a healthy-looking glow.
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As a beauty editor, there's nothing I love more than a sneaky sale. I love the element of surprise when I'm met with an unexpected opportunity to restock my favorite beauty products. I also love the satisfaction of saving money. The good news is there's one going on right now, and I have all the details.
Bluemercury's July 4th Sale is on now, and during it, I can save 25% on summer beauty essentials. While there's no shortage of iconic brands and products to shop, I'm using the sale as an opportunity to snag some niche summer beauty products. How do I define a niche summer beauty product? Good question. It's anything I consider overlooked or underrated, even if it's from a popular brand. Or, honestly, anything that would be too expensive for me to purchase otherwise. So without further ado, keep scrolling to see the 14 items I'm shopping.
Bask Suncare
Mineral Sunscreen Serum SPF 30
I feel like this SPF serum gets overlooked, and that's a shame because it's seriously good. The elegant formula is 100% mineral, yet it sinks effortlessly into the skin and leaves virtually no white cast behind. Thanks to hydrating ingredients like glycerin, argan oil, and shea butter, it also quenches dryness, improves elasticity, and provides potent antioxidant protection.
Dune
The Bod Guard SPF 30
Don't worry! I have a recommendation for body sunscreen too. Dune's The Body Guard SPF 30 is weightless, hydrating gel-cream formula that feels so cooling on sun-kissed skin. It's also quick-drying, non-pilling, and won't leave a white cast. Yep, it's going straight into my beach bag.
Vacation
Instant Vacation Bronzing Lotion Body Sunscreen SPF 30
Vacation might be an incredibly popular beauty brand, but I think this product can still be considered niche because it doesn't get nearly as much air time as its other, internet-viral products. It's a body sunscreen, bronzer, and serum in one.
First, it offers SPF 30. Second, it delivers an instant bronzed look. Third, it's packed with ingredients that moisturize and firm the skin. And it's all set in a lightweight, fast-absorbing lotion. It even has a warm, gourmand scent.
Dr. Barbara Sturm
Super Anti-Aging Body Serum
The same goes for Dr. Barbara Sturm's Super Anti-Aging Body Serum. While the brand itself is iconic, I feel like its bodycare line gets overlooked for its facial-grade skincare. Allow me to correct that by recommending this high-powered body serum.
A complex of lima bean, peptides, and bioflavonoids defend against sagging and firming, by protecting elastin and overall skin synthesis. Meanwhile, hyaluronic acid and brown algae provide intense moisture, and glutathione and purslane provide power antioxidant protection. Last but not least, biosaccharides give the skin a smooth, supple glow.
Costa Brazil
Kaya Jungle Firming Body Oil
Can you tell I've been fixated on bodycare lately? It is summer, after all, and my limbs are out on full display in sun dresses, T-shirts, and shorts. Costa Brazil's Kaya Jungle Firming Oil is next on my add-to-cart list. The luxe oil is silky-smooth and promotes firmer, healthier-looking skin with cold-pressed oils that are native to the Amazon rainforest. It's rich in omega-3, -6, and -9, and vitamin A and E.
Victoria Beckham Beauty
Portofino '97 Golden Shimmer Body Oil
For a shimmering body oil, I recommend Victoria Beckham Beauty's Portofino '97 Golden Shimmer Body Oil. A mix of gold and bronze pearl pigments create the most beautiful, golden-hour glow on sun-kissed skin. Its signature citrus-woody scent is a bonus.
Tronque
Body Contour Massager
Tronque's Body Contour Massager is essential to my skincare and wellness routines, especially in summer. Its stainless-steel, ergonomic design helps relax tight muscles, stimulate lymphatic drainage, and de-puff. It can be used on both the face and the body. Simply apply a little cream or oil first to facilitate a smooth glide. It's the easiest way to instantly elevate your routine—promise.
Baby Foot
Original Baby Foot Exfoliation Foot Peel
I spend so much time outside in the summer walking across sandy shores. Since a monthly pedicure is no match for dry, crusty heels, I rely on at-home exfoliants to keep my feet soft and smooth. The iconic Baby Foot Exfoliation Foot Peel is an obvious choice. The one-hour treatment uses 16 natural extracts and exfoliating AHAs to remove dead skin cells. It's so effective that it's gross (in a good way).
La Mer
The Hand Treatment
La Mer's The Hand Treatment is usually $130. I don't know about you, but that sets it firmly in the "niche" category for me. Usually, I'd skip it for more affordable options, but seeing as it's 25% off right now, I'm adding it to my cart. It's infused with the brand's proprietary ferment complex, which renews the skin and makes it smoother, firmer, and more youthful looking.
Charlotte Tilbury
Supermodel Body Highlighter
This body highlighter gives the skin a red carpet–worthy glow. It also helps shape and sculpt the contours of the body thanks to FermiProtect technology, which is an innovative firming complex. It's what Tilbury uses on celebrity clients to create the illusion of longer, leaner limbs. Enough said.
Mutha
Body Butter
I can't say enough good things about this body butter. It's rich, decadent, and luxurious, and pretty much the only product that keeps my skin soft, smooth, and free from razor bumps in the summer. The whipped texture contains moisturizing shea, cocoa, and mango butters, as well as vitamins A and E, fatty acids, and pure seed extracts—10/10 recommend.
U Beauty
Resurfacing Body Compound
This do-it-all body serum is engineered to speed up cell turnover, refine texture, reduce wrinkles, and fade dark spots. With continued use, it even promises to minimize the appearance of stretch marks.
Jo Malone London
Red Roses Bath Oil
I'm always looking for ways that I can elevate my self-care routine, and taking a long, luxurious bath is number one. Jo Malone's Red Roses Bath Oil is infused with sweet almond, jojoba seed, and avocado oils to make the skin feel smooth as silk. Meanwhile, the scent of "exquisite" rose, crushed violet, and a hint of fresh lemon acts as a sensorial delight.
Homecourt
Cece Exfoliating Hand Wash
This handwash deserves to sit sink-side on your bathroom and kitchen counters. It uses ultrafine granules to gently polish the hands, while a hydrating formula cleanses without stripping the skin. And the scent! It's fresh, spicy, and sophisticated.
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White jeans have been a mainstay in every cool girl’s closet this year and are still very much a thing. Notable wearers from Dua Lipa to Kendall Jenner have been endorsing them. However, there’s a new denim color trend that It girls in L.A. are trading their white jeans for, and it’s effortlessly chic. Lucy Hale was recently spotted in L.A. wearing a simple striped blue button-down styled with a pair of gray jeans. Her jeans were a very light, understated gray hue that prompted a double take.
The rest of her look consisted of a pair of nude flat sandals and an assortment of casual accessories: a pair of black sunglasses, a green baseball cap, and an oversize graphic canvas tote bag. This is a laid-back, simple outfit with a slight twist. The contrasting shade of her gray jeans works better with the shirt than blue jeans would've, and she stands out among a sea of her peers wearing white jeans.
If you’re one to wear easy outfits like Hale's, keep scrolling to re-create her look and shop more gray jeans to shake up your style.
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Bikini season is officially on, making now the perfect time to be up to date on the trending silhouettes so you can refresh your summer wardrobe and enjoy the long, sun-soaked days in style. This year's bikini trends offer something for every person, from bikini shorts for the sporty dresser to embellished silhouettes for the maximalist dresser.
However, that's not all to look forward to this summer. If you ask the vacation queen, Dua Lipa, what bikini style is on-trend, her answer wouldn't be any of the above. Instead, it would probably be the lingerie-inspired design—a lace-trim bikini. How do we know? While honeymooning in Italy, specifically at Hotel Il Pellicano, Lipa was seen in an image sitting seaside playing a card game. For the occasion, she wore a yellow bikini with hot pink lace trim.
The romantic trend of lace-trimming has been having a moment in fashion for a little while now. Last summer, we saw it take hold in satin shorts, specifically the viral pair from Dôen. This spring, it was seen on everything from slip dresses and midi skirts to pants-and-camisole sets. And now it's on bikinis, proving that the lace-trim trend is not slowing down any time soon.
If you're inspired to get in on the look for your East Coast or European summer, keep scrolling. Ahead, we've rounded up the best lace-trim bikinis on the market right now.
