Getting bangs is a commitment, as is chopping your hair off or dyeing it a new color. But if you want to change up your look without doing anything too drastic, layers are the way to go. Want to add (or remove) volume? Layers. Wish your hair had more movement? Layers. Tired of your hair lying flat against your head and wearing you (as opposed to you wearing it)? You guessed it: layers.

Unless you only get one-length cuts, chances are you’ve probably had layers before. Most haircuts feature them — even if they’re super long and blended — and hairstylists will often incorporate them into a hairstyle naturally when they’re giving you a trim or adding shape to your new look. Recent hair trends like the shag and bixie rely heavily on layers to give the cuts their signature look, and while layers are pretty universally flattering, there is a science to finding the best layers for you. It has to do with your face shape.

“Layers have exceptional power to change the silhouette of the haircut and can therefore be extremely versatile when creating custom shapes,” Tom Smith, celebrity hairstylist, tells PS. “Layering as a technique is a fundamental element of hair cutting and can be adjusted to create limitless styles.”

If you have a hair appointment coming up on the calendar, consider the following tips from a hairstylist to help you find the right layered haircut for your face shape.

Experts Featured in This Article

Tom Smith is a celebrity hairstylist and Evo Hair’s international color creative director.

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What happens when our favorite nail-care brand collaborates with one of the most popular BookTok authors? It leads to a vibrant collection of nail polishes and press-ons, perfect for the spring. What began with a connection on social media blossomed into a genuine friendship and now, Olive & June has partnered with New York Times bestselling author Colleen Hoover on a nail collection inspired by her books and characters. “Sarah’s followers and my readers started posting photos of their O&J manis that matched my book covers. So, we leaned into the matching mani/books concept and created this beautiful collection,” Hoover tells PS.

The entire collection is filled with nods to Hoover’s four most popular novels. “We included some of my favorite icons like my open heart tattoo, flowers, and the pinwheel inspired by ‘Heart Bones,'” Hoover says. Many of the names are inspired by different characters in the books. “The color Corriga is, of course, inspired by Atlas, but it’s also inspired by the color of my favorite car. That car may also be seen in a movie premiering soon,” she says, in reference to the movie adaption of the book “It Ends With Us” starring Blake Lively, which releases in theaters August 9. There are also polishes called Lily Blooms and Brave Blush inspired by “Lily’s incredible bravery and strength,” Hoover adds.

Personally, Hoover loves the convenience of press-on nails, which are also featured in the line. Of the collection, her favorites are the Magenta Velvet press-ons for her fingers and the Perfect Pinwheel nail polish shade for her toes.

You can shop the collection ahead just in time for the movie release, but hurry before it’s all sold out.

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In case you missed it, online retailer Dermstore is hosting its Anniversary Sale on skin care, makeup, and more. From now until August 18, you can use code “CHEERS” at checkout and get up to 25 percent off on select brands. Plus, you can get double points on purchases made from specific brands if you’re a rewards member (you can sign up for free here), which can be converted into 10 percent back on future purchases. Whether you want to change your routine and try something new or stock up on your favorite items, this is the best time to shop on a budget.

You can score discounts on medical-grade skin care from Elta MD and Skin Medica, body care, and top-selling favorites from brands like Elemis, Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare, Cosrx, and so much more. With more than 7,000 products on sale, we made life a little easier for you and rounded up the best beauty deals during Dermstore’s Anniversary Sale.

Stocking up on sunscreen? Try out our editor favorites that leave no white cast and feel weightless and hydrating on the skin. While you’re at it, pick up an editor-backed vitamin C serum. If you have acne-prone skin, now’s your chance to try out the bestselling Skin Perfecting 2% BHA Liquid Exfoliant from Paula’s Choice or stock up on pimple patches. Try the bestselling long-wearing Double Wear Stay-in-Place Foundation from Estée Lauder for the summer or a clean conditioning mascara formula from RMS Beauty.

Keep reading for all our picks ahead.

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I’ve got a wedding-heavy summer ahead, so much so that I now consider myself an expert bridesmaid. However, as many of us know, bridesmaid duties come with hefty costs. While I’d do almost anything for my friends, going into debt isn’t one of them. That’s why I’ve been savvy about cutting costs, especially when it comes to my wedding shoes.

I’m wearing the same pair to all three weddings on my calendar, namely the Dream Pairs Open Toe Pump Chunky Heel Sandals ($36). I virtually stumbled upon them while working on a story about the best summer shoes on Amazon, and I was immediately intrigued since they hold the number one spot among all women’s heeled sandals. Given their popularity, and the fact that the brand Dream Pairs happens to also make some of the most comfortable Western boots I’ve ever owned (these ones!), I decided they’d be a safe bet for my weddings. I scooped them up in my usual size 9.5 in a light beige color I knew would match all of my bridesmaid dresses — and that was one of the smartest decisions I’ve made this summer.

Ahead, I break down everything you need to know about them if you’re considering buying them for a special event, too.

At the time of writing, I’ve already worn the Dream Pairs Open Toe Pump Chunky Heel Sandals to two of my three summer weddings. I’ll admit, when everyone was showing off their designer shoes before the ceremony at the first wedding, I stayed quiet since I spent practically nothing on mine. But then I couldn’t help but smile when I was the only bridesmaid who kept my shoes on for the entire reception. They were comfortable enough and stable. Even though the unhemmed dress I wore gave me some trouble walking down the aisle (totally my fault), my shoes kept me upright. Their chunky, stable block heel held up perfectly, even on the wet grass from a rainstorm earlier that day.

Beyond their comfort, they looked the part, too, which I’d like to think is evidenced in this mirror selfie I snapped at the second wedding while the bride lounged behind me. (I’m wearing the Azazie Barbie Pleated Chiffon A-Line Dress in Champagne, BTW, and felt like a princess.) I chose the light beige color (one of 31 total styles and colors to choose from) because I knew they’d go with everything. Plus, I figured that if they survived all three weddings, the versatile shade would make them perfect for future special events. Despite wearing them through two ceremonies, two receptions, and hours of questionable moves on the dance floor, they’re still in pristine shape for my final summer wedding in a few weeks.

These sandals are not the most comfortable shoes I’ve ever worn, which, to be honest, I kind of expected given their price tag. The buckle at the ankle dug into my skin a bit at the first wedding, but in retrospect, I’m confident that was a user error from securing them as tight as possible to prevent a walk-down-the-aisle stumble. I was still able to wear them all night, which is more than I can say for some of the pricier heels I own. At the second wedding I didn’t secure the strap as tightly and found they were comfortable from the time I slipped them on at 3 p.m. until 11:30 p.m. post-ceremony. No blisters, no blood, no regret.

Another thing worth noting is that shoppers seem a bit conflicted over the fit. I hover between sizes 9.5 and 10, and since multiple shoppers noted that they run big, I went for the 9.5 and found they were a perfect fit. Many reviewers suggest ordering a half size down, which made sense for me, but a handful of others found that sizing down made them too small. So, if you’re ordering them on Amazon without much time to spare, it might be worth ordering two sizes to find your ideal fit and returning the pair that doesn’t work.

The Dream Pairs Open Toe Pump Chunky Heel Sandals are perfect for those looking for a reasonably priced, comfortable, and versatile pair of heels for a special event. While they might not be the most comfortable shoes in the world, they’re the number one bestseller on Amazon in women’s heeled sandals for plenty of other reasons. They’ve checked a big box off my summer wedding wardrobe checklist and will suit you well for any event where you need a timeless heel.

I purchased the Dream Pairs Open Toe Pump Chunky Heel Sandals on Amazon, which was ideal because they arrived very quickly with Amazon Prime shipping, but they’re also available on the brand’s website.

Rating:
★★★★

Marisa Petrarca is a contributing editor for PS Shopping and has more than five years of experience writing and editing beauty, fashion, and lifestyle content. Her work has been featured in Cosmopolitan, Allure, and InStyle, among others.

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Ever panicked over what to wear to a basketball game? While you can never go wrong with rocking your favorite team’s merchandise, courtside fashion has taken on a much more stylish approach in recent years. Fans are no longer relegated to simply wearing a basketball jersey or sport’s cap; instead, attendees often use the occasion to go all out with street style-inspired ‘fits — think denim-on-denim looks, sporty bomber jackets, and court sneakers galore.

While the sidelines at WNBA and NBA games have long been a place for cool streetwear debuts, these past few seasons, stars have definitely upped the ante, with the floor appearing more and more like the front row at Fashion Week.

Athletes have also provided plenty of inspiration with their own pregame outfits; Kelsey Plum recently flashed her abs in a matching leather ensemble, while Caitlin Clark and fellow WNBA rookies like Angel Reese and Cameron Brink have transformed the WNBA tunnel into a full-on runway.

In short: basketball-game attire has never been hotter. In the spirit of that, we’ve curated a guide to the best basketball outfit ideas, with looks that are perfect for longtime fans and newbies alike. Whether you’re brainstorming what to wear to an NBA game or just trying to perfect your courtside fashion ahead of the WNBA season opener, you can find the best basketball game ‘fits ahead.

If you’ve spent any amount of time on TikTok lately, you’re probably familiar with the fact that tinned fish are having a moment. (Seriously, I want whoever is running the PR for tinned fish to run my entire life.) People on the app can’t get enough of anchovies, smoked oysters, and the girly-pop-crowned “most popular tinned fish out there”: sardines.

For the unfamiliar, sardines are small fish that live in the ocean. They are often grilled or eaten straight out of a can, where they are typically packed in oil, water, or other various liquids like tomato juice. When eaten, the heads are typically removed, but the bones and the skin are generally ingested. They have a mild-to-strong salty, fishy taste that differs depending on what they’re cooked with. A simple Google search will tell you that sardines are packed with vitamins, minerals, and fatty acids, including magnesium, iron, calcium, vitamin D, zinc, and potassium, just to name a few. It’s also easy to learn that they are considered part of a healthy diet. But if you eat enough of them, will they actually make your skin glow? Many people on TikTok believe the answer to be yes.

Users have been sharing their “skin-care routines,” and by that, we mean their diets, which consist heavily of sardines. We’re a little wary when it comes to trusting TikTok trends, so we decided to tap our experts and have them do a little myth-busting for us.

Ahead, two experts break down everything to know about how sardines can affect your skin. Keep scrolling to learn more.

Experts Featured in This Article

Katya Khayutin is a master aesthetician and owner of BelVer Studio.
Brianna Diorio has her PhD in integrative medicine and MS as a clinical nutritionist as well as the director of product education at Nutrafol.

Can Eating Sardines Improve Your Skin’s Appearance?

The short answer? It might. Sardines have a high content of omega-3 fatty acids, antioxidants, and vitamins, which are all things that help support glowing skin. “Omega-3 fatty acids are known for their role in modulating and supporting healthy inflammatory responses, which can play a role in acne and can help maintain the integrity of the skin barrier, which helps to retain moisture,” Dr. Diorio tells PS. “These fatty acids can also play a role in supporting the production of ceramides, and free fatty acids in the skin, which are important for a healthy stratum corneum—the outermost layer of the skin.”

What Are the Other Skin-Care Benefits of Eating Sardines?

So, what skin-related concerns can eating sardines help with? As previously mentioned, sardines are a nutrient-dense food, and eating them provides several different vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. “Eating sardines can help address skin-related issues such as acne, aging, and inflammation from conditions like eczema and psoriasis,” Khayutin says. “The omega-3 fatty acids in sardines reduce acne severity and skin inflammation, while the protein and nutrients support collagen production, diminishing wrinkles and fine lines.”

Want to dig even deeper? “Omega-3s are found in the phospholipid bilayer of skin cells, which means they can influence membrane fluidity and function, which is important for maintaining cell structure and promoting healthy skin,” Dr. Diorio says. “The antioxidants and vitamins found in in sardines, like selenium, B12 and even zinc, can also protect skin against oxidative damage and support skin repair, while vitamins vitamin D play a multifaceted role in skin health by regulating cellular processes, supporting the skin barrier, modulating immune responses, and promoting overall skin health.”

A typical serving size of sardines is roughly three to four ounces, and if you’re looking to add them to your diet to support skin health, try eating one serving two to three times a week. One thing to note, however, is that both Dr. Diorio and Khayutin caution against adding anything to your diet without first consulting with a physician. “I frequently advise my clients to consult with a nutritionist to ensure their diet supplies essential nutrients that can significantly enhance their skin’s health,” Khayutin says. “However, it’s crucial to adopt a holistic approach: integrate a balanced diet with a comprehensive skin-care regimen, effective sun protection, and other healthy lifestyle practices for optimal results.”

Renee Rodriguez is a staff writer and social producer for PS. She writes across all verticals, but her main areas of expertise focus on fashion and beauty content with an emphasis on reviews and editor experiments. She also produces social content for the PS TikTok and Instagram accounts.

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We love spoiling ourselves with coziness, whether it’s a couch filled with plush throw blankets, buttery-soft pajamas, or an oversized hoodie. Obviously, that list includes loungewear and it’s even better when it’s affordable. Target recently relaunched its Auden collection featuring intimates and sleepwear made with soft, quality fabrics at an accessible under-$40 price point.

Target’s Auden collection includes over 600 pieces with sizing ranging from 32A to 46G for bras and XS to 4X for loungewear, sleep, and underwear. This line puts comfort first, so you can feel put together in chic basics or matching sets to handle your day-to-day errands and then go to bed in soft, cozy sleepwear. You can also shop for a wide range of bras, including everything from full-coverage bras to wire-free and strapless options. Plus, there’s a range of nursing bras and apparel as well.

Auden also has a luxury collection featuring elevated and flattering silhouettes in the brand’s Luxe Stretch fabric, a brushed, four-way stretch fabric that acts like a smooth second skin. It includes everything from everyday bodysuits to bonded microfiber bras and underwear, and more.

Ahead, you can stock up on sleep and intimate essentials without breaking the bank. Keep reading to shop our top picks.