Turns out, there’s a good chance those pink jackets were gifted to the men on the show. Former Bachelor Nick Viall recently opened up on his podcast, The Viall Files, to discuss the “gift bags” that are given to contestants.
“Every season you get a gift bag when you show up. I guarantee you there’s a blazer company that gifted the guys different colored blazers,” he said. “I’m certain that’s what happened. I’m certain that’s what it is. I haven’t asked, but I would be shocked if that’s not it.”
This explains a lot. Former contestant Jaclyn Swartz previously told Refinery29 that she received a bag of goodies on her season as well, which included bathing suits, clothes, nail polish, and even a hair wand. Jillian Harris also confirmed on her blog that the swag bags are a staple in the Bachelor franchise, adding that the bags are filled with clothes that producers want contestants to wear on camera.
This also explains why there are other colored blazers—like this cranberry one that Dylan wore—floating around the mansion outside of the pink ones. It’s safe to assume that if blazers did come in the gift bags, they’re likely different colors and fans just zeroed in on the pink ones. For now we can only hope the salmon jacket will be addressed—and worn!—on the “Men Tell All” special, which airs July 22.
Stefanie Parker is a writer who runs the Bachelor-themed Instagram account She’s All Bach.
I was raised to dress up when attending a wedding. And no matter the venue or time of day, a black dress—just like white—was never an option as a guest. I’m happy to say times have changed: These days, you can pretty much always wear black to a wedding, unless being told explicitly not to by the couple. It’s the universal neutral color—it looks good on everyone, it’s super versatile, and it can be chic and sophisticated or casual and fun. (It’s also increasingly popular among bridesmaids, with companies like David’s Bridal and BHLDN having whole sections dedicated to it.) As with most clothing, the formality of the garment really depends on the fabric and the cut, more so than the color. So, with that in mind—and with wedding season looming—here are some examples of how to wear black to a ceremony and reception all summer long, no matter the dress code or location.
Sunday Garden Wedding
Because of the time of day (usually afternoon) and location (outdoors, likely in the sun), a Sunday garden wedding tends to be a casual affair. A black dress in a cotton or jersey fabric would definitely work for this type of event.
There’s nothing more glamorous than a black-tie city wedding. People often ask me if black-tie means that they have to wear a long gown, and the answer is no, I don’t think you do. Certainly a long dress is appropriate, but the key to black-tie style is formality: As long as the dress feels sophisticated, the hemline—ranging from just above the knee to tea-length (which hits at midcalf)—is up to you.
In my mind, a vineyard wedding is a chic affair, and the focus is often on the stunning, natural backdrop. To that end, I think a black dress can play well in this situation: not overdone, but still appropriate for the evening. A lace cocktail dress is a solid way to go.
While picking out a bright, colorful dress may seem like the obvious option, there’s something very elegant about wearing black to a beach wedding—so long as the dress is flowy. When breezes blow, your skirt should sway.
When attending a ceremony in a house or worship, it’s best to lean on the more covered-up, conservative side with your attire. (Read: no skintight, above-the-knee numbers!) This can often be achieved by simply adding a sweater or jacket to your dress, but as a rule of thumb, if you’re look conjures comparisons to Audrey Hepburn, you’ve nailed it.
A country-club wedding evokes classic, old-school style—probably since many of these venues have been hosting these kinds of celebrations for decades. Consider a dress with the same vibe: traditional, perhaps, but also celebratory, festive, and fun. If you can imagine yourself sipping from a champagne coupe and dancing the night away, these black dresses could be for you.
The 2019 Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue is a noteworthy one, for many reasons—it brought Tyra Banks out of modeling retirement, and it features Halima Aden as the first model to appear in modest swimwear on its pages. Two brands designed custom suits for Aden to wear on the shoot. And one of them, Cynthia Rowley, is actually putting the burkini it made for the model into production.
Rowley created a two-piece burkini swimsuit featuring long sleeves, hood, and skirted bottom, in one of her signature colorblock prints. And now it’s up on her e-commerce for anyone to preorder.
That wasn’t originally the plan, though.
“The burkini initially started as a one-of-a-kind, custom piece for Halima, but after seeing such a positive response to the editorial, we didn’t have to think twice about putting it into production,” Rowley tells Glamour. “Thinking of fashion with a global mind-set is important to us as a brand, and we saw this as yet another opportunity to cater to our customers while standing behind the powerful and inspirational message the SI Swimsuit Issue brought to the surface. We design our wetsuits to inspire women to try new things and hope the introduction of our burkini will extend this mind-set to women around the world.”
Halima Aden signing issues of the 2019 Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue in Miami
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Set to ship on August 1, the Prism Colorblock Burkini runs in sizes XS through L and retails for $295.
The response to the Cynthia Rowley burkini has been strong, says Rowley: “We’ve already received tons of positive responses. We have lots of followers DM’ing us asking what’s next…. Stay tuned!”
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She’s only 21, but model Halima Aden has already been “the first” in many different ways: She was the first woman to wear a burkini in the Miss Minnesota USA pageant, the first hijab-wearing model to sign a contract with IMG, and now, the first model to appear in a burkini in Sports Illustrated‘s famous swimsuit issue.
On Monday, Sports Illustratedannounced that Aden appears in its annual swim spread, twice. This marks the first time modest swimwear is represented in the issue.
In this shoot, Aden is photographed wearing a modest swimsuit by No Ka’Oi and a multicolor burkini by Cynthia Rowley. Aden’s pages were shot in Kenya, where she lived at a refugee camp before immigrating to the United States when she was 7.
Halima Aden in the 2019 Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue
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Aden’s inclusion in the 2019 Swimsuit Issue is a major step for representation of modest fashion. “This feature is proving that a fully covered hijab wearing model can confidently stand alongside a beautiful woman in a revealing bikini and together they can celebrate one another, cheer each other on, and champion each other’s successes,” the model said in a statement. “Young Muslim women need to know that there is a modest swimsuit option available to them so they can join the swim team, participate in swim class at school, and go with their friends to the beach. Muslim girls should feel confident taking that step and doing so comfortably while wearing a burkini.”
“SI Swimsuit has been at the forefront of changing the narrative and conversation on social issues and preconceived notions. I’m hoping this specific feature will open doors up for my Somali community, Muslim community, refugee community, and any other community that can relate to being different,”Aden continued.
Aden in the 2019 Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue
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In recent editions, the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue has worked to make its pages more inclusive. It began diversifying the sizes of the models it featured in 2015, when Ashley Graham became the first curve model to appear in it. Since then, Hunter McGrady and Veronica Pome’e have modeled for the magazine.
When nurse Jessica Anderson completed last Sunday’s (April 28) London Marathon in a speedy three hours, eight minutes and 22 seconds, the runner was poised to hold the world record title for fastest marathon completed in a nurse’s uniform. But despite the fact that Anderson had wrapped London’s historic race 32 seconds faster than the previous titleholder, Guinness World Records ultimately denied Anderson the title—and discounted the marathoner’s attempt altogether.
According to official Guinness World Record rules, a nurse’s uniform is categorized as being “a blue or white dress, a pinafore apron and a traditional nurse’s cap,” according to the Independent. Which, yes, is incredibly outdated.
Anderson, who has worked on the Acute Admissions Unit at the Royal London Hospital for nearly seven years, ran the marathon in the scrubs she normally wears to work as a nurse. The GWR asserts that her attire strayed too far from this definition and too closely represented a doctor’s uniform.
Upon learning of her disqualification due to archaic dress code formalities, Anderson told Runner’s World she was “quite taken aback”—and rightfully so. “Some of the nurses I work with do wear dresses, but mostly we wear scrubs or a tunic and trousers,” she told the magazine.
GWR has since pledged to look into its costume policy, issuing a statement to address claims that its requirements are wholly sexist. “Inclusiveness and respect are values that Guinness World Records holds extremely dear, and while we always need to ensure we can differentiate between categories, it is quite clear that this record title is long overdue a review, which we will conduct as a priority in the coming days,” the organization said.
On Instagram, Anderson addressed the race, and the controversy, head-on: “Yesterday was incredible!! From having @mayob123 as the best pacer I could wish for, to crossing the line with the man of my dreams @leon_cerrone ❤️ and support from so many wonderful friends all along the way @vonski_ @clairebernwilson @sazzerf @makeitlooknice , lots of friends from @nhsbartshealth plus @daddydarkrdc and the one and only @run.dem.crew I couldn’t have asked for a better day ?Ps. @guinnessworldrecords this is what the fastest female marathon runner in a nurse’s uniform ACTUALLY looks like (3.08.22 ⏰)”
Despite the controversy, Anderson told Runner’s World that, if nothing else, she hopes those in charge at GWR will retire sexist stereotypes: “I’m sure Guinness World Records don’t intend to cause offense, but it would be nice if they decided to revise their criteria instead of reinforcing old gender stereotypes.”
At Coachella, you expect to see a lot of flower crowns and fringe. But this year, celebrities are bringing a touch of Fashion Week to festival season through their outfits.
During Weekend 1 of Coachella, people like Gigi Hadid, Emily Ratajkowski, and Kylie and Kendall Jenner upped the ante on festival street style with pieces from the beloved Scandinavian label Ganni. The brand has been around since 2000, but in recent seasons it’s found a captive audience among the Fashion Week crowd, with its colorful, playful, contemporary-priced pieces. (Ganni basics are around $200, while more eye-grabbing items will hover between $300 and $600.) So it makes sense for these models and trend-setters to gravitate towards these vibrant animal prints and dance-friendly silhouettes for their off-duty desert days. After all, not everyone can pull off custom full-look Balmain for the occasion.
Ahead, see—and shop—the Ganni pieces celebrities wore to Coachella 2019.
We know all breasts are not created equally—but did you know that experts have identified seven different types? Unsurprisingly, that means the process of finding the right bra for each person goes way beyond getting the right cup and band size down. Apparently, there’s also width, length, and placement to think about, as these all affect what your set is like. The lingerie fit pros at ThirdLove make a business out of getting shoppers into the right bras, and offered to share their diagrams identifying what each breast type looks like (and which bra‘s best for ’em) with us. Check out their findings, below.
The type: East West
What it is: Your breasts gravitate toward the outside of your torso, pointing outward and leaving some space in the direct center of your chest.
What type of bra is best: A T-shirt bra, which will give you all the shaping you need.
What it is: Breasts are slightly thinner at the top before rounding out to a curve.
What type of bra is best: A full-coverage style, which will shape your chest. (Since many people with this breast type are also bustier, extra support can be good for lifting and cradling.)
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What it is: Most likely a small cup size, the breast is longer than wide.
What type of bra is best: A plunge, which will help center and lift the breasts. (Depending on your cup size and desired look, consider a bra with padding on the outer curve.)
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