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Ahead of The Crown Season 4 premiere on Sunday, November 15, Emma Corrin, who is playing Princess Diana on the Netflix show, has been keeping busy. Between (virtual) red carpet premieres, guest appearances on late-night talk shows, and press events to promote the forthcoming season, Corrin has been stealing the hearts of fans of the series and Diana, alike, thanks to her grace and charm — qualities that made her the perfect fit to play the "people’s princess." Her style, with more than a few nods to the Princess of Wales, too, has many singing her praises. Despite many of the press events for The Crown being canceled or moved online due to the pandemic, Corrin made a point of showing off some Diana-level fashion moments leading up to the premiere. Back in July, the 24-year-old, who has previously starred in a U.K. series called Grantchester, appeared on an episode of Graham Norton, a popular talk show in the U.K. While there, she and her co-star Josh O’Connor (who plays Prince Charles) discussed getting into their respective characters. For the appearance, she wore a stunning Richard Quinn dress with enormous puff sleeves, not unlike the ones featured on the gown Diana wore to marry Prince Charles in 1981. Months later, on Thursday, at the show’s virtual premiere, Corrin sported a custom tartan co-ord. The look, which included a ruffled blouse and matching leggings, was reminiscent of many plaid ensembles Diana wore over the years. At another pre-premiere press event, for Netflix UK & Ireland, Corrin chose a collared, yellow frock to play popular British pub game Fives with co-star Olivia Colman. Statement collars and the color yellow were prominent sartorial fixtures in Diana’s wardrobe — made more modern with Corrin's addition of the lug-soled, knee-high boots. Ahead, check out all of Corrin’s Princess Diana-inspired looks so far.
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For the red carpet premiere of The Crown, the Season 4 cast members had backdrops and carpets set up in their homes. Corrin got all dressed up in a custom blue tartan ensemble by Miu Miu, which included a puff-sleeved, ruffled blouse (another Princess Diana signature) and the coolest pair of matching plaid leggings we've seen to date. She topped off the look, created by Harry Styles’ stylist Harry Lambert, with a modern touch: exaggerated round-toe pumps.
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Despite losing to Colman in a heated game of Fives, Corrin looked absolutely delightful in a sunny yellow frock, which featured many of her character's signature trends, including exaggerated collars, vibrant color, and lace details. The boots — which aired more on the punk, rather than princess, side — made the look that much better.
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It would be impossible to spot the eye-catching sleeves on Corrin's floral Richard Quinn dress and not compare them to those found on Diana's David and Elizabeth Emanuel wedding gown. This dress, which was first showcased at the London-based designer's fall '20 runway show in February, was also a standout thanks to its intricate sequin floral bodice.
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If fashion historians were to look back on 2020, we suspect they’d either shake their heads in incredulity or smirk in bemusement at how much we, collectively, fell into a pit of singular dressing: nap dresses (more so designed to be photographed in rather than actually sleep in), tie-dye anything, and sweatsuits saturated in every color imaginable. In our defense, outfitting ourselves in comfort clothing — and participating in a shared fashion experience — is, really, the only way to wield control when life feels completely and utterly chaotic.  That’s not to say this year marks the end of individualistic style. With the end of 2020 fast approaching (subtext: a new year, a clean slate, a glimmer of hope), this is the time to reclaim our stylistic preferences from pre-pandemic times. If not now, then when? To help re-familiarize yourself with non-sweats, we partnered with Cuddl Duds to put together five outfits that both harness the power of layering to keep you warm this winter (without feeling weighed down) and celebrate your personal style. 
The Cozy Minimalist 
You love: finding comfort in monochromatism, a neutral color palette, and clean lines. Bright colors and patterns intimidate you (or outright frighten you), but, rest assured, your look is anything but boring.  Your outfit: a white turtleneck as your base with warm camel-colored layers on top, made even cozier with delectable textures, like a chunky cashmere sweater and a ribbed knit skirt.  Cuddl Duds Softwear With Stretch Long Sleeve Turtleneck, $, available at Cuddl Duds Naadam Marled Cashmere Turtleneck Sweater, $, available at Naadam Zara Knit Midi Skirt, $, available at Zara H&M Wool-blend Coat, $, available at H&M Brother Vellies Ronstadt Boot in Cognac, $, available at Brother Vellies
The No-Frills Pragmatist 
You love: anything that doesn’t get in the way of your busy lifestyle. You don’t have time (nor the patience) to give your outfit more than two minutes of thought. And as someone who runs cold, you especially love layers that promise extra insulation. Your outfit: no-nonsense layers, complete with a double-breasted coat for a look that’s equal parts polished and casual, making it the perfect ensemble for a day of errands.  Cuddl Duds Softwear With Stretch Long Sleeve Crew, $, available at Cuddl Duds Mango Wool double-breasted coat, $, available at Mango Cuddl Duds Double Plush Velour Legging, $, available at Cuddl Duds Cuddl Duds Womens Chunky Braid Texture Knee High Sock, $, available at Cuddl Duds Vans Old Skool Sneakers, $, available at Vans Cuddl Duds Fleecewear With Stretch Full Zip Vest, $, available at Cuddl Duds
The Loud-And-Proud Maximalist 
You love: colors (the brighter, the better), patterns, and unexpected combos. You thrive off of bold and exciting outfits. To put it plainly, you’re an exhibitionist.  Your outfit: print meets fluorescent hues with a cheetah-print base layer and neon pink pants. Anyone can wear a coat in the winter, but what about a shin-length puffer vest in pearlescent white? That’s all you. Cuddl Duds Softwear With Stretch Long Sleeve Crew, $, available at Cuddl Duds TNA The Super Puff™ Long Vest, $, available at Aritzia Christopher John Rogers Neon wool-blend pants, $, available at Net-A-Porter Loq Monica Boot in Crema Crinkle Patent, $, available at LoQ
The Great Outdoorswoman 
You love: the wilderness. Even though you may be a city dweller, you get a kick out of applying aspects of your mountaineering look to your everyday life (the idea being: If it can withstand an arduous hike, then it can certainly weather a leisurely walk in the snow).  Your outfit: a solid foundation of base layers (a wear-everywhere henley and cozy plaid leggings) embellished with key add-ons, like an oversized fleece (pro tip: shop the men’s section) and cool trek-inspired lugsole boots.  Cuddl Duds Softwear With Stretch Ribbed Long Sleeve Henley, $, available at Cuddl Duds CBAAF Oatmeal Hoodie, $, available at CBAAF Patagonia Men's Classic Retro-X® Fleece Jacket, $, available at Patagonia Cuddl Duds Softwear With Stretch High Waist Legging, $, available at Cuddl Duds Nomasei Slalom boots in white, $, available at Nomasei
The Romantic Botanist 
You love: diaphanous dresses, dreamy colors, and flowers (it’s your favorite print) — a style ethos that’s pretty much directly at odds with winter.  Your outfit: a cold-weather version of something you’d wear in the summer (a pretty sheer dress, flower-pressed earrings, and baby yellow slingbacks), with the help of fleece base layers. Cuddl Duds Fleecewear With Stretch Long Sleeve Crew, $, available at Cuddl Duds Ganni Organza Dress, $, available at Ganni Cuddl Duds Fleecewear With Stretch Legging, $, available at Cuddl Duds Dauphinette Woodland Orchid Earring, $, available at Dauphinette & Other Stories Relaxed Single Breasted Coat, $, available at & Other Stories Yuul Yie Zizi Sling-Backs Baby Yellow, $, available at W Concept
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Mandatory Credit: Photo by Charles Sykes/Invision/AP/Shutterstock (10229668a) Harry Styles attends The Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Costume Institute benefit gala celebrating the opening of the “Camp: Notes on Fashion” exhibition, in New York Costume Institute Benefit celebrating the opening of Camp: Notes on Fashion, Arrivals, The Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA – 06 May 2019
In an act of end-of-the-week kindness we needed, Vogue revealed its December cover star, featuring none other than “charm-heavy style czar” Harry Styles, as writer Hamish Bowles calls him. In the cover story, the two banter about Alain de Botton novels, how Pilates has loosened up Styles’ hamstrings, and watching Clueless during lockdown (relatable). The revelation of Styles’ cover and profile is not in the text, however. The boy bander turned charisma-oozing solo artist and actor — who is the first man to appear on the publication’s cover solo — wears a dress straight from Gucci’s fall ‘20 runway.
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The choice of the dress is not unusual for Styles, who has been known to make fashion statements and push gender norms in the past. He painted his nails lavender (and paired them with a lace collar and Mary Janes) for the 2020 Brit Awards red carpet; wore a sheer, pussy-bow blouse and a women’s Marc Jacobs suit (previously worn by Lady Gaga) for the awards themselves; and stripped down to fishnets for a shoot in Beauty Papers magazine in March. Styles’ affinity for pearls is, too, well-documented, as is his ability to send fans into overdrive after appearing in a new look. “There was such an insane spark of interest after he wore [an éliou necklace],” Cristy Mantilla, a co-founder of the Miami-based jewelry brand, told Refinery29 following the release of photos that showed Styles wearing a custom necklace from the brand at an airport in Italy. (He went on to wear another éliou necklace in the music video for “Golden,” and yet another in the Vogue spread.)
Per Bowles, Styles showed up for his interview wearing a pair of Columbia Records track pants and a sweatshirt he designed himself, but told the writer he wished he’d packed a muumuu for the occasion. According to Styles, his wearing of traditionally feminine garments started from a young age, when he’d dress up in “fancy dress” — British for costumes — for school plays. For his stage debut, he dressed up as Barney, a church mouse, which called for him to wear tights. “I remember it was crazy to me that I was wearing a pair of tights. And that was maybe where it all kicked off,” he says.
In other photos from the shoot, Styles wears a pleated skirt (courtesy of Instagram brand Chopova Lowena) and a lace gown. “I like playing dress-up in general,” says Styles. Alessandro Michele, Gucci’s creative director and a close friend of Styles, tells Bowles: “He is the image of a new era, of the way that a man can look.”
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In July 2017, Vogue published a cover starring a different former One Direction member: Zayn Malik. Malik posed alongside then-girlfriend, now mother of his child, Gigi Hadid, for the cover — a shoot highlighting a “New Generation Embracing Gender Fluidity,” according to the accompanying story’s headline. Their interchangeable Gucci suits were meant to signify that the couple was not tied down by gender standards, according to Vogue. Following backlash over having a cis couple representing gender fluidity, a Vogue spokeswoman released an official statement: “The story was intended to highlight the impact the gender-fluid, non-binary communities have had on fashion and culture. We are very sorry the story did not correctly reflect that spirit — we missed the mark. We do look forward to continuing the conversation with greater sensitivity.” 
Three years later, and it didn’t take an official gender issue to get there, but rather casting someone who doesn’t feel the need to confine himself in any way, especially in fashion. “When you take away ‘There’s clothes for men and there’s clothes for women,’ once you remove any barriers, obviously you open up the arena in which you can play,” Styles tells Bowles. That’s not to say that Styles is the first cis man to wear a dress. Men have been dressing in an androgynous manner for decades. However, he is one of the first to do so on such a global scale. (The man has 32.6 million followers on Instagram.)
In another part of the interview, Styles revealed another relatable item he has been living in during the pandemic, describing his lockdown uniform as “sweatpants, constantly.” He was still wearing them when cameras caught him on the set of Olivia Wilde’s forthcoming thriller Don’t Worry Darling (which has since paused filming due to the coronavirus). In the photo that circulated, Styles wears tie-dye joggers by luxury knitwear brand Elder Statesman with New Balance 574 sneakers, and a T-shirt by L.A.-based brand Free & Easy with “Vote!” printed across the back in rainbow lettering. 
Here is a man who wears Renaissance-inspired gowns on the cover of Vogue, wishes he had on a muumuu, and wears sweats that make the internet drool. This man doesn’t believe in gender norms. He contains multitudes. His last name is, after all, Styles.
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Fans of Princess Diana's fashion have been awaiting the new season of The Crown, which sees Emma Corrin take on the role of Lady Diana Spencer. And for a good reason! From the people's princess' wedding dress to the sky blue chiffon dress she wore to the 1987 Cannes Film Festival, some of Diana's best looks were the inspiration for The Crown Season 4 costumes. When preparing for the new season of the Netflix show, costume designer Amy Roberts and assistant costume designer/head buyer Sidonie Roberts studied photographs of the royal family before sourcing and buying fabrics for the costumes that were made from scratch. While the color palette they chose for Corrin's character was in keeping with the actual looks the Princess of Wales appeared in, the duo leaned toward shades that other royals did not wear, like red, to "further emphasize the narrative of 'her' vs 'them,'" according to press materials. This resulted in some bold evening looks, as well as Princess Diana's signature casual styles, like graphic sweaters and statement collars. Ahead, see costumes from The Crown, on Netflix November 15, inspired by Princess Diana's best fashion moments.
See-Through Skirt On The Crown
Princess Diana In A Sheer Skirt
In 1980, just after her relationship with Prince Charles was revealed, Diana was photographed in a see-through skirt while at The Young England Kindergarten. The Crown replicated the look down to the sheer material of the flowy skirt style.Photo: Tim Graham Photo Library/Getty Images.
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Princess Diana In A Ruffled Shirt And Sweater
Before Lady Diana Spencer became Diana, Princess of Wales, she was already one to watch in fashion, opting for whimsical sweaters and standout collars as early as 1980, when this photo was taken.Photo: Hulton Archive/Getty Images.
Pussybow Blouse On The Crown
Princess Diana In A Pussybow Blouse
When announcing her engagement to Prince Charles (and debuting the ring!) in 1981, Diana wore a pussybow blouse — a style most recently worn by Vice President-elect Kamala Harris while giving her acceptance speech — with a blue skirt suit. Photo: Tim Graham Photo Library/Getty Images.
Yellow Overalls On The Crown
Princess Diana In Yellow Overalls
A favorite of many for its playfulness, these yellow overalls, worn over a delightful floral blouse with a Peter Pan collar, were worn by Princess Diana in 1981 to a polo match.Photo: Tim Graham Photo Library/Getty Images.
Wedding Dress In The Crown
Princess Diana's Wedding Dress
For her 1981 wedding to Prince Charles, Diana wore a dramatic taffeta-silk gown. Designed by David and Elizabeth Emanuel, the dress featured poofy sleeves, elaborate embroidery and lace, 10,000 pearls, and a 25-foot-long train.
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Princess Diana In A Tartan Jacket
In 1981, the newly married Princess of Wales wore a tartan ensemble with a stand collar and buttons running all the way down the front designed by Caroline Charles on a visit to Scotland. Photo: David Levenson/Getty Images.
Red Dress On The Crown
Princess Diana In A Red Dress
Another crowd favorite, this red dress, featuring gold detailing and delicate straps, was designed by Bellville Sassoon and appeared on Princess Di while she was visiting the London Royal Opera House in 1982.Photo: PA Images/Getty Images.
Green Dress With A Statement Collar On The Crown
Princess Diana In A Green Dress With A Statement Collar
While on a six-week tour of Australia and New Zealand in 1983, Princess Diana wore a flowy green polka dot dress with an oversized collar, a trend that has made a comeback yet again this year. Photo: Jayne Fincher/Princess Diana Archive/Getty Images.
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Princess Diana In A Yellow Skirt Suit
For the same tour, the royal wore a skirt suit in a can't-miss shade of yellow.Photo: John Shelley Collection/Avalon/Getty Images.
Blue Ruffled Dress In The Crown
Princess Diana In A Blue Ruffled Dress
While attending a charity ball in Sydney, Diana wore a ruffled baby blue gown by Bruce Oldfield. Photo: Tim Graham Photo Library/Getty Images.
Pink Gingham Pants & Sweater In The Crown
Princess Diana In Pink Gingham Pants & Sweater
For one of her casual looks in 1986, the Princess of Wales wore a sweater and gingham pants in pink, one of her go-to colors, while outside her Highgrove home. Photo: Tim Graham Photo Library/Getty Images.
Strapless Gown With A Matching Scarf In The Crown
Princess Diana In A Strapless Gown With A Matching Scarf
Diana made a memorable appearance at the 1987 Cannes Film Festival in a pale blue silk chiffon strapless dress with a matching scarf designed by Catherine Walker.Photo: Tim Graham Photo Library/Getty Images.
One-Shoulder Gown In The Crown
Princess Diana In A One-Shoulder Gown
Princess Diana wore another Catherine Walker evening gown — this time in a floral pattern and a single long sleeve — to a dinner hosted by the British Ambassador in Paris in 1988. Photo: Jayne Fincher/Getty Images.
Beaded Gown And Bolero In The Crown
Princess Diana In A Beaded Gown And Bolero
In 1988, while attending a banquet in Paris, the princess wore a shimmering beaded dress and bolero designed by Victor Edelstein. The English designer was also the couturier behind Diana's velvet dress that she famously wore while dancing with John Travolta at the White House.Photo: Georges De Keerle/Getty Images.
Red Skirt Suit In The Crown
Princess Diana In A Red Skirt Suit
In 1991, Diana wore a red suit made of a monochrome blazer and a striped skirt. This was flipped in The Crown when Corrin appeared in a printed blazer and a monochrome skirt instead. Photo: Jayne Fincher/Princess Diana Archive/Getty Images.
Belted Blue Skirt Suit, Pearls & Hat In The Crown
Princess Diana In A Belted Blue Skirt Suit, Pearls & Hat
While The Crown's version features a flowy midi skirt version of a blue skirt suit, in 1995, Princess Diana opted for a more modern version of the belted look, with a mini pencil skirt, statement pearls, and a pillbox hat.Photo: Princess Diana Archive/Hulton Archive/Getty Images
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When Beyoncé’s British Vogue cover story was released, among a handful of stunning photographs featured, one stood out. The shot showed Knowles-Carter with her back to the camera in a low-back, red Christopher John Rogers gown, a crystal-encrusted Agent Provocateur G-string on display. “Someone needs to come collect me off the floor,” Whembley Sewell, Editor-in-Chief of Them, wrote below Rogers’ Instagram post. Under her comment, stylist Mecca James-Williams wrote, “MAJOR.” In the 48 hours following the story’s release, fashion search engine Lyst reported that search for Christopher John Rogers increased by 20%, as did red maxi dresses, which spiked 101%. The visible thong, a trend popular during Destiny’s Child Y2K reign, while surprising on the cover of a publication like British Vogue, is just the latest example of the G-string slowly creeping its way back into fashion in 2020.
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The controversial trend, also known as a whale tail, made its fashion debut at Jean Paul Gaultier’s spring ‘97 runway show. A few years later, it was spotted on celebrities like Britney Spears, Paris Hilton, Christina Milian, and Christina Aguilera. At the 2000 MTV Video Music Awards, Spears wore a gold two-piece with a built-in G-string during a performance of “Oops I Did It… Again;” Hilton’s exposed thong debuted at a New York Fashion Week presentation in 2001; and Milian was spotted not once, but twice, in 2002 — first at the premiere of Spears’ flick Crossroads, and again at Justin Timberlake’s Justified release party. And these are just the highlights. 
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By the mid-’00s, to our relief, the trend went away… only to resurface again last year. At the 2019 camp-themed Met Gala, Hailey Bieber walked the pink carpet alongside designer Alexander Wang wearing a matching form-fitting gown with a low back. With the dress, Bieber showed off a thong that spelled out “Wang” in the same cotton candy shade of pink. 
A month after the Met Gala, during spring ‘20 Milan Men’s Fashion Week, model Bella Hadid walked the Versace show wearing a black bralette underneath a sparkling blazer and fitted, black pants. Peeking out from underneath the ultra-low hem of her trousers, was, you guessed it, a thong, one baring Versace’s signature gold logo. Days later in Paris, a model on the Heron Preston catwalk wore patterned, low-rise cargo pants that showed off her black G-string. Also in June 2019, Euphoria star Alexa Demie (who plays Maddy Perez) wore an open-back, snakeskin dress by Mexican fashion brand Akna at the red carpet premiere of the HBO hit series. In a move that Maddy would approve of — the brand designed her character’s crystal two-piece set for the homecoming episode — the actress paired the floor-length, gloved dress with a black, gem-encrusted thong. Jennifer Lopez and Rowan Blanchard also let their underwear slip into view in 2018 and 2019, respectively — Lopez on the set of Second Act in Natasha Zinko trousers, and Blanchard for a night out in New York City.
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Cut to 2020 and the pandemic, and comfort is reigning over style. While the nap dress and loungewear trends have been consistently on the rise since spring, others, like fitted suiting, that were set to rise pre-COVID fell flat once most of the world was ushered indoors. Which makes it that much harder to believe that the G-string has not only returned to haunt us, but is actually gaining popularity in lockdown. And yet, here we are, with visible thongs creeping up everywhere.
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In October, hours after posing alongside her former boss Paris Hilton in matching velour sweatsuits, Kim Kardashian West posted an image of herself wearing a thong-baring Givenchy dress to Instagram. If that didn’t transport you back to the aughts, this will: Kimora Lee Simmons, the founder of ’00s cult brand Baby Phat, commented on the photo. “Your thong is showing ladyyyyyyy!!!” That same month, Emily Ratajkowski nearly tricked us into thinking her first spotting post-pregnancy news included a visible G-string when she wore a cutout Aya Muse dress. (It was a false alarm; the form-fitting dress just had a deceptive side strap). Then, of course, came the Beyoncé cover.
Celebrities have long worn out-there fashion that we wouldn’t dare to. But they aren’t the only ones who are welcoming back the controversial trend. There’s a new wave of designers currently embracing the whale tail. Kendra Duplantier launched her namesake brand with a pair of low-rise black trousers with cutouts resembling a visible thong just as Los Angeles was going into lockdown. What’s interesting is that her brand’s ethos is all about slow, ethical fashion, with each piece designed to remain relevant and stylish season after season. For her, thong-baring isn’t a trend at all, but a staple. Kari Fry, the designer behind another just-launched L.A.-based brand, Subsurface, has also made thongs a focal point of her brand. Her Hostess pant — which “embodies all things late ‘90s and early 2000s,” according to the website — features a thong-like cutout. 
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Fry tells Refinery29 that she believes in the “20-year-rule,” the idea that trends return every two decades. “Designs and trends tend to run on a cycle, and a lot of young designers coming up right now are ‘90s babies. I’m a ‘90s baby and this style is nostalgic for me.” Specifically, the designer took inspiration from another famous early-aughts celebrity look: Gillian Anderson’s 2001 Vanity Fair Oscars after-party dress. For the occasion, the British actress — known by Gen Z as Otis’ sex therapist mother on the Netflix show Sex Education and by Gen X and millennials as Special Agent Dana Scully on The X-Files (she’s also Margaret Thatcher on The Crown) — wore a long-sleeved, backless dress made of jersey. Paired with it was a sheer black thong. (Because it was 2001, she also wore tiny sunglasses with lavender-tinted lenses and carried an acetate top-handle bag.) “I wanted to create a sporty, wearable rendition [of Anderson’s red carpet look],” says Fry.
Call it nostalgia for simpler times or the cyclical nature of fashion trends, but the whale tail is back. Though, if you ask us, Beyoncé is the only one who can really pull it off. 
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Helen Vectorovich and her navigator partner, Theodore Westlake, have worked successfully together for years on numerous remote deep space mining missions. But while attempting to open a jumpgate billions of miles away, Vectorovich—remote piloting a robot body—discovers that the project is in chaos, being disassembled by what appears to be an army of tiny nanomachines of unknown origin. She is pulled out before the machines take her robotic body apart, but she soon discovers Westlake was inexplicably killed by quantum feedback. With her only friend dead and her career in jeopardy, Vectorovich sets out to find answers—and becomes entangled in a grand-scale conspiracy involving industrial espionage and what could be first contact with a sentient alien race. The tech-powered premise—exploring and mining space by sending nanobots (“eenies”) through small wormholes that slowly build pre-programed structures out of interplanetary dust that are ultimately utilized by VR pilots—is a strong initial hook, and the mystery surrounding the strange nanomachines is well constructed. The pacing is lethargic, though, with long stretches of little or no action. And the biggest disappointment is with Vectorovich, whose potential as a memorable and endearing protagonist is squandered by a lack of internal and external description and backstory. Aside from her work relationships, readers know nothing about her, which makes for a cardboard character whom readers aren’t emotionally invested in and ultimately don’t care about.
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Wolves were long a key predator in the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem before they were extirpated. In 1995, they were reintroduced in what the editors characterize as “a change of heart.” That change of heart is “the single most important fact of wolf recovery everywhere.” With the eminent wolf biologist L. David Mech, they raise the governing question of this book: Why are wolves important? Mech answers that in just the last 25 years, the Yellowstone population, which numbers about 500 individuals spread out over 19 million acres, have afforded scientists a greater understanding of wolf genetics, mortality, movement, diseases, “and several other topics difficult to study elsewhere.” Among the findings raised in this collection are that, unlike wolf populations generally, in which a single male and a single female found a new pack, in Yellowstone, “packs more commonly start from groups of individuals that leave their natal packs and find other wolves.” Another is that the wolves, their first generation raised in captivity and reintroduced, have figured out how to hunt and raise families in the wild. They have even evolved a complex geographical understanding by which they know “how to avoid dangerous geothermal areas, or where it is safest to cross the Yellowstone River, or where to find elk migrating over the Washburn Range after the first snows each winter.” Still another is that the Yellowstone wolf population hunt “eight large ungulate species,” seemingly selecting the ones that are most abundant in any specific season, given population dynamics. Overall, the contributors provide solid evidence for the editors’ hopeful conclusion that the wolves of Yellowstone represent “a chance to create communities of coexistence with the full suite of America’s wildlife.” Along with figures, maps, photos, and an appendix, “Species Names Used in the Text,” the book includes a foreword by Jane Goodall.
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Brrr, it’s cold in here, there must be some good deals in the atmosphere! Topshop just dropped a sale that's iced over with coats, boots, sweaters, and a bunch of other cold-weather favorites marked down for up to 50% off. Whether you’re still basking in those last remaining rays of sunshine or are already chilling in the depths of your arctic apartment, these limited-time deals are here to help you check at least one thing off your winter survival guide this year.  Worried about being all dressed up with nowhere to go? Don’t be. There are plenty of housebound-appropriate cozy teddy bear coats to desk-comfy denim, and oh-so-fluffy cardigans available as part of Topshop's dreamy discounted occasion. Click through our top 16 picks to find the perfect addition to your 2020 winter wardrobe. At Refinery29, we’re here to help you navigate this overwhelming world of stuff. All of our market picks are independently selected and curated by the editorial team. If you buy something we link to on our site, Refinery29 may earn commission.
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New Literary Fiction Novels For Your Reading List | November 2020
Have you been searching for some new novels for your reading list? You won’t want to miss these amazing new release literary fiction novels! Check out our latest recommendations from bestselling authors Tom E. Hicklin, Evy Journey, David Biro, Jess Walter, Bryan Washington, and Samantha Rajaram. Enjoy your new books!
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Sunset Over the Rockies
by Tom E. Hicklin
Release Date: September 1, 2020
“…Sunset Over the Rockies is a fast paced, tightly written tale that will keep the reader turning pages, right to the end.” After three years of brutal fighting in the American Civil War, Bill Barton and his best friend head west, hoping to strike it rich in the gold fields of Colorado. But an attack on the road to Central City leaves his friend dead and Bill badly injured. Barely recovered and no longer having the heart for prospecting, Bill moves to Denver. Soon he must face another horrifying act of violence, instigated by the same man who had killed his partner and left him for dead.
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The Shade Under the Mango Tree
by Evy Journey
Release Date: November 2, 2020
After two heartbreaking losses, Luna wants adventure. Something and somewhere very different from the affluent, sheltered home in California and Hawaii where she grew up. An adventure in which she can also make some difference. She ends up in a place where she gets more than she bargained for. Lucien, a worldly, well-traveled young architect, finds a stranger’s journal at a café. He has qualms and pangs of guilt about reading it. But they don’t stop him. His decision to go on reading changes his life. Months later, Luna and Lucien meet at a bookstore.
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This Magnificent Dappled Sea
by David Biro
Release Date: November 1, 2020
In a small Northern Italian village, nine-year-old Luca Taviano catches a stubborn cold and is subsequently diagnosed with leukemia. His only hope for survival is a bone marrow transplant. After an exhaustive search, a match turns up three thousand miles away in the form of a most unlikely donor: Joseph Neiman, a rabbi in Brooklyn, New York, who is suffering from a debilitating crisis of faith.
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The Cold Millions
by Jess Walter
Release Date: October 27, 2020
“One of the most captivating novels of the year.” An intimate story of brotherhood, love, sacrifice, and betrayal set against the panoramic backdrop of an early twentieth-century America that eerily echoes our own time, The Cold Millions offers a kaleidoscopic portrait of a nation grappling with the chasm between rich and poor, between harsh realities and simple dreams.
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Memorial
by Bryan Washington
Release Date: October 27, 2020
“Made me think about the nature of love, and family, and anger, and grief, and love again.” Benson and Mike are two young guys who live together in Houston. Mike is a Japanese American chef at a Mexican restaurant and Benson’s a Black daycare teacher, and they’ve been together for a few years—good years—but now they’re not sure why they’re still a couple. There’s the sex, sure, and the meals Mike cooks for Benson, and, well, they love each other.
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The Company Daughters
by Samantha Rajaram
Release Date: October 30, 2020
“I loved every moment of it.” Amsterdam, 1620. Jana Beil has learned that life rarely provides moments of joy. Having run away from a violent father, her days are spent searching for work in an effort to stay out of the city brothels, where desperate women trade their bodies for a mouthful of bread. But when Jana is hired as a servant for the wealthy and kind Master Reynst and his beautiful daughter Sontje, Jana’s future begins to look brighter.
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Mystery and Thriller Books For Your Reading List | November 2020
Love to read a good mystery or thriller novel? Do you need some recommendations of what novel to start reading next? We’ve got you covered with our latest list of new book recommendations. Check out the latest from David Staats, Craig Stephen Copland, Mercedes King, Moses Yuriyvich Mikheyev, Lorhainne Eckhart, and Jo Nesbo. Enjoy!
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A Midsummer Night’s Death
by David Staats
Release Date: October 20, 2020
The third book in A Walter Dure “Hard Case” Mystery Series by David Staats… Walter Dure has been invited by a former client to attend a “diversion” at a remote estate. The former client is a newly minted internet billionaire and lives in a Gothic stone mansion on a beautifully landscaped estate. For the benefit of his ailing mistress, he pressures all his guests into staging an amateur performance of Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream. The performance turns into more of a nightmare than a dream, when one of the guests is murdered.
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The Adventure of the Devilish Footnote
by Craig Stephen Copland
Release Date: October 30, 2020
The 43rd book in the bestselling New Sherlock Holmes Mysteries Series by Craig Stephen Copland… The wealthy owner and publisher of England’s most prestigious literary journal holds a soirée for the writers, critics, and intelligentsia of London and is poisoned by one of the departing guests. Her brilliant secretary and editor almost dies too. Sherlock Homes has been called to investigate the case and soon discovers that almost everyone in the literary world wanted her dead.
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Grave Secrets
by Mercedes King
Release Date: October 28, 2020
After separating herself from her family for years, Delilah has returned home to Venice, Kentucky. She is intent on rebuilding relationships but is blindsided when she discovers her abusive father is being released from prison. Despite the setback, she is determined to stick it out for her grandmother. Delilah’s return has another purpose: digging into the past and finding out the truth about her mother’s disappearance.
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Strange Deaths of the Last Romantic
by Moses Yuriyvich Mikheyev
Release Date: November 17, 2020
“The first time I committed suicide I was ten years old. There have been many more suicides since.” Adam is cursed. He cannot die. But one man’s burden is another man’s blessing, and there are people determined to harness his special talents. Adam soon discovers that his immortality comes at a cost. Every time he dies, he loses a little of himself. When he meets Lilyanne, he now must make a difficult choice between life and love.
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The Return of the O’Connells
by Lorhainne Eckhart
Release Date: September 30, 2020
The 11th book in The O’Connells Series by New York Times Bestselling Author Lorhainne Eckhart… Will life ever return to normal? That is the question everyone in the O’Connell family has asked since their lives were turned upside down by a murder charge. Their father is now back from the dead and they are all coming to grips with the idea that justice isn’t equal. As the family settles into a new identity, trouble seems to always be one step away.
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The Kingdom
by Jo Nesbo
Release Date: November 10, 2020
Roy has never left the quiet mountain town he grew up in, unlike his little brother Carl who couldn’t wait to get out and escape his troubled past. Just like everyone else in town, Roy believed Carl was gone for good. But Carl has big plans for his hometown. And when he returns with a mysterious new wife and a business opportunity that seems too good to be true, simmering tensions begin to surface and unexplained deaths in the town’s past come under new scrutiny.
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On Tuesday, Congresswoman-elect Cori Bush, a Democrat from Missouri who beat incumbent William Lacy Clay on Election Day to become the state’s first Black congresswoman, posted a predicament on Twitter. “The reality of being a regular person going to Congress is that it’s really expensive to get the business clothes I need for the Hill. So I’m going thrift shopping tomorrow,” she wrote, followed by, “Should I do a fashion show?” In no time, her fellow congresswomen, including Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, Rashida Tlaib, and Ayanna Pressley, among others, responded with their advice for navigating the expensive style norms on Capitol Hill while on a budget. 
The reality of being a regular person going to Congress is that it’s really expensive to get the business clothes I need for the Hill. So I’m going thrift shopping tomorrow. Should I do a fashion show? ⬇️
— Cori Bush (@CoriBush) November 11, 2020
“Thrifting, renting, and patience as you get your closet together sis. Capsule wardrobe will be your best friend. Ayanna Pressley has the accessory game down. Good news is that all these practices are very sustainable and good for the planet,” said Ocasio-Cortez, who worked as a waitress and bartender before running for Congress, in a tweet. She followed up with, “We’ll do a shopping day together. I got you!!” Tlaib also praised thrifting: “I get the most compliments from the clothes I got from thrift shops.” Pam Keith suggested renting rather than buying: “My trick is Rent the Runway for more posh outfits. Never have to wear the same outfit twice.” In other words, progressive women in Congress stick together — and apparently have similar shopping tactics, too.
Prior to running for Congress — which Bush did after seeing a photo of Michael Brown’s body on the street in Ferguson, MO, and witnessing the violent way that police treated Black Lives Matter protestors who marched following his death — Bush was a registered nurse and a pastor. She gave up her health insurance and both jobs to pursue a role in politics.
On Thursday, Bush followed up on the now-viral tweet with a fashion show featuring three new jackets she thrifted. In the first of three tweets, she wrote: “Most members of Congress aren’t working class. So when a regular person like me runs, it’s hard to handle everything from how much it costs to run, down to the clothes I’ll need to wear at work. But we make it work.” To the beat of Beyoncé’s “We Run The World (Girls),” Leikeli47’s “Braids tuh’da flo(w),” and Cardi B’s “I Like It,” Bush showed off her thrift haul, which included a dark red blazer, a coral-colored peacoat, and a long, purple trench. 
Most members of Congress aren’t working class. So when a regular person like me runs, it’s hard to handle everything from how much it costs to run, down to the clothes I’ll need to wear at work. But we make it work. Here’s a sneak peak of a few of my thrift fits: Jacket 1 ✅ https://t.co/F3fpW1NC3f pic.twitter.com/etdLfuNx5w
— Cori Bush (@CoriBush) November 12, 2020
Alongside the haul, Bush shared more information about the difficulty involved with shopping as a new Congresswoman, putting emphasis on the inaccessible nature of Congress for “regular people” who, while running, do not have access to a steady paycheck. She also touched on the pink tax, the difference in price between consumer goods marketed toward men and women, which she says plays a large role in her current fashion struggles. (Products marketed toward women are priced significantly higher than those marketed toward men.) “The clothes I wear in the Capitol could make headlines, but a man does not have to worry about that. We’ve got to spend more on our wardrobes, and then caring for them costs more on top of that,” she wrote. At the end of the makeshift catwalk, Bush thanked her “siSTARS,” including AOC, Pressley, Tlaib, and Ilhan Omar, for their help. “Love y’all,” she wrote. 
Bush’s fellow Congresswomen weren’t the only ones to come to her rescue. Designers and retailers including Jason Wu, Rent The Runway, and Christian Siriano all tweeted that they would be happy to help her get outfitted for her new role. 
According to The Guardian, the median net worth of a congressperson in 2018 was $511,000, eight times that of the average U.S. household. Since Bush has yet to earn a single dollar for her new role, she can’t dress to match her wealthy coworkers, many of whom are men whose outward appearances aren’t criticized and nitpicked in the same way that women’s are. An outdated double standard? Yes. The truth? Also yes. Luckily, Bush has the squad. 
This is also about the pink tax. The clothes I wear in the Capitol could make headlines, but a man does not have to worry about that. We’ve got to spend more on our wardrobes, and then caring for them costs more on top of that. Jacket 3 ✅ pic.twitter.com/b5HNQRG0po
— Cori Bush (@CoriBush) November 12, 2020
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Fashion has a way of taking our core wardrobe essentials and turning them into statement pieces. Consider the trusty trench coat: originally created to shield soldiers from the elements but, over time, turned into one of the most distinctive utility apparel items a person could own. It's no surprise, then, that the face coverings we've been advised by the CDC to wear for minimizing the spread of COVID-19 have been embraced by the fashion world. Masks may still feel like an unusual addition to our daily routines because of the way they conceal the parts of ourselves that are normally exposed, but that doesn't mean our identities have to be hidden too. By opting for the right print to suit your own aesthetic and making a purchase you know will benefit those in need, wearing a face mask can become more than just our collective responsibility — it can be an entirely new form of self-expression. "It just felt like there was a need [for a stylish face mask]," says Hillary Taymour, founder of the sustainable clothing brand Collina Strada. "I was wearing brightly colored masks walking over the bridge daily to the studio and it put a smile on everyone’s face. So why not bring that to the general public?" Taymour began producing non-medical face masks in mid-March, drawing on the crafty skills of model and friend Sasha Melnychuk to design something protective yet personal. The final product was a remarkable marriage of motifs featuring Collina Strada's signature ribbons — a fixture of the brand's runway shows — and the vibrant patterns of already available deadstock fabric. "With every purchase [of a Collina Strada mask], you are donating five masks to healthcare workers," Taymour says. "The design just brings a little sunshine during one of the most difficult times we have seen in this lifetime." Taymour was one of many designers to pivot to non-medical face mask production with the goal of giving back as the coronavirus crisis hit its devastating crescendo. Companies like Reformation and Sanctuary also reacted quickly by organizing local manufacturers to do the same using fabrics from their warehouses. New York-based label Alice+Olivia announced that it would donate 5,000 face masks to medical centers around the country while selling consumer-friendly options online. In addition to equipping customers with the coverings they need, founder Stacey Bendet pointed out a greater purpose of this initiative: "Let's show support for our community and the doctors, nurses, delivery workers, and first responders who are combatting this crisis on the front lines,” she said in a press release. The more non-medical face masks made available to the public, the less of a strain there will be on the medical-grade materials our heroes on the front lines require to protect themselves on the job. Ahead, we've rounded up a list of fashion brands that are enhancing the process of mask manufacturing with their unique brands of sartorial savoir-faire. Face coverings are a crucial way for us to keep one another safe when we're in public, and they aren't going anywhere. So go ahead and get comfortable with one that speaks to your own style, be that in the form of something upcycled, a badass camo print, delicate florals — even toile, if that's your thing. You do you, as long as you're doing it responsibly. COVID-19 has been declared a global pandemic. Go to the CDC website for the latest information on symptoms, prevention, and other resources. At Refinery29, we’re here to help you navigate this overwhelming world of stuff. All of our market picks are independently selected and curated by the editorial team. All product details reflect the price and availability at the time of publication. If you buy something we link to on our site, Refinery29 may earn commission.
PACT Face Mask 3-Pack
Pact's 3-pack of reusable face masks come in 3 universally flattering shades and are made of 100% organic cotton with an anti-microbial inner layer and splash-resistant outer layer for added protection PACT Face Mask 3-Pack, $, available at PACT
Reformation Face Mask, 5 Pack
Reformation's 5-pack of reusable face masks are made in partnership with LA Protects, an organization that helps to create millions of masks for essential workers. Single masks are also available for purchase, which come in a variety of colors and patterns. Reformation 5x Mask, $, available at Reformation
Find Your Mask Tie Dye Face Mask
These highly-rated double-layer masks from Etsy come in two shades of trendy tie-dye and 2 sizing options. Reviewers also rave about the masks' perfect fit. Find Your Mask Tie Dye Fashion Face Mask, $, available at Etsy
Collina Strada Fashion Face Mask With Bows
Collina Strada is a fashionable platform for climate awareness, social awareness, change, and self-expression — all of which come together in the designer's beautifully made face masks. The masks, made from deadstock materials, fasten with delightfully patterned bows and feature an opening to insert your filter inside. With the purchase of one mask for yourself, you will also be providing five more to healthcare workers in New York City. Collina Strada Fashion Face Mask With Bows, $, available at Collina Strada
Cynthia Rowley Embroidered Cotton Mask
Cynthia Rowley has produced a really nice variety of 100% cotton face masks in both happy floral prints and sleek solids. We especially enjoy the detail of this embroidered version, which comes in five chic colorways. Cynthia Rowley Embroidered Cotton Mask, $, available at Cynthia Rowley
Araks Protective Face Mask
To benefit frontline healthcare workers, 20% of the proceeds from Araks Protective Face Masks will be donated to GetUsPPE, a non-profit grassroots coalition organized to address the PPE shortage worldwide. These beautiful masks are made of 100% cotton with adjustable ties and come in a solid selection of unique colors and prints. Araks Protective Face Mask, $, available at Araks
Christopher Kane More Joy Face Mask
As a more recent addition to his More Joy collection, Christopher Kane created both an adult and child sized face mask printed with the iconic saying that seems to be more relevant now than ever. These masks are treated with their patented VIRO FORMULA ™ which provides effective protection from viruses and bacteria for up to 30 washes. Christopher Kane More Joy Face Mask, $, available at Christopher Kane
Staud Poplin Mask Set
Staud's sweet mask sets are sold in packs of 3, come in 2 color variations, and are made from their excess cotton-poplin fabric. You can even shop their site to "Match Your Mask", so you can easily sort through their stock to find the perfect dress in a coordinating print. Staud Poplin Mask Set, $, available at Staud
Tory Burch Printed Face Mask, Set of 5
Excluding the cost of production, all additional proceeds from these lightweight moisture-wicking face masks will be donated to International Medical Corps working to stop the spread of COVID-19 and to the Tory Burch Foundation, working to advance women’s empowerment and women entrepreneurs. Tory Burch Printed Face Mask, Set of 5, $, available at Tory Burch
Lisa Says Gah Knit Mask
Made from a soft ribbed knit, we're positive you can find a Lisa Says Gah mask to coordinate with ANY outfit. Even better, with every mask purchase, they'll donate 2 meals to the San Francisco Marine Food Bank. Lisa Says Gah Knit Mask, $, available at Lisa Says Gah
BaubleBar Adjustable Face Mask Set of 2
As a go-to destination for gifts and jewelry, of course BaubleBar has added face protection to their accessory repertoire. These mask sets are soft, breathable, and double layered with adjustable ear loops. BaubleBar Adjustable Face Mask Set of 2, $, available at BaubleBar
Jennifer Behr Leopard Cotton Face Mask, Set of 2
With every mask set purchased, this New York-based brand is donating a set of masks to essential workers. 25% of the profits from their sales will also be donated to DirectRelief.org to help equip health professionals in resource-poor communities. Jennifer Behr Leopard Cotton Face Mask, Set of 2, $, available at Jennifer Behr
LoveShackFancy Face Mask
These super sweet masks by LoveShackFancy are sewn by hand, double lined, and made from their signature floral fabric scraps. Grab one while you can because they've been known to sell out quick! LoveShackFancy Face Mask, $, available at loveshackfancy
Baggu Fabric Mask Set
All Baggu face masks are made of 100% organic quilters cotton, which is extra effective at blocking out respiratory droplets due to its tight weave and thick thread. Additionally, they have adjustable straps, a pocket for a filter insert, and of course, come in Baggu's unique range of funky colors and patterns. For every pack of masks sold, a portion of the proceeds will be donated to a rotating selection of organizations. Baggu Fabric Mask Set, $, available at Baggu
Royal Jelly Harlem Adult Face Mask
You may have seen this exact blue seersucker face mask being worn by the Duchess of Sussex herself! If this classic summer print isn't totally your vibe, Royal Jelly Harlem makes adult and children's masks in a wide range of colors and patterns. Each one is made of 100% cotton, double-lined, and includes a filter pocket. Royal Jelly Harlem Adult Mask, $, available at Royal Jelly Harlem
DSquared2 Techno Knit Face Mask
For a little extra confidence boost, we recommend a face mask by DSquared2. This one is made from a high-quality knit that can be washed up to 100 times. DSquared2 Techno Knit Face Mask, $, available at LUISAVIAROMA
The Great Reversible Face Mask
The Great's face masks are made in Los Angeles from their remnant fabric, are double-layered, and reversible. For every purchase, they donate a mask to the staff at Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center. The Great The Reversible Face Mask, $, available at The Great
Re/done Upcycled Denim & Bandana Face Mask Set
Of course we can count on Re/done to make a cool set of sustainable face masks made from upcycled denim and bandanas. The masks feature a double-lining of fabric with elastic ear loops and a nose clip to secure around your face. And for every mask purchased, Re/done will donate five medical grade masks to frontline heroes in partnership with Donate PPE.  RE/DONE Upcycled Denim & Bandana Face Masks Set, $, available at Saks Fifth Avenue
Eclecticist Hunter Leopard Face Mask
For the perfect leopard print accessory to transition into fall, look no further than Eclecticist's Hunter Leopard Face Mask. Their mask features a pocket for a filter insert and adjustable straps for just the right fit. Eclecticist Hunter Leopard Face Mask, $, available at Eclecticist
Satin Nude Straight Cut Face Mask
While you won't find any medical-grade products available on Etsy, many of its crafty vendors have shifted to selling handmade masks and other fabric gear that serve as a barrier between you and your surroundings. From luxurious satin fabrics to paisley and toile prints, the market place is a treasure trove of unique face-covering finds. KGVCX Satin Nude Straight Cut Face Mask, $, available at Etsy
Tanya Taylor Protective Face Masks
With the financial support of its community, Tanya Taylor is currently producing nearly 30,000 masks to be donated to hospitals in New York and Canada. In line with CDC’s latest recommendations, the fashion brand has now launched consumer face masks created from excess fabric. With every pack purchase, Tanya Taylor will donate the funds to create one non-medical grade mask for donation. Tanya Taylor Protective Face Masks, $, available at Tanya Taylor
Vera Bradley Cotton Face Mask
Vera Bradley quickly converted their Fort Wayne sewing facility to manufacture cotton face masks to help protect essential workers and the general public — and it comes as no surprise that you can choose between all sorts of the brand's signature paisley prints and brightly colored motifs. These non-medical masks are made from soft cotton and feature dual-layer protection with an inside slip opening for a disposable filter. Vera Bradley Cotton Face Mask (Non-Medical), $, available at Vera Bradley
The RealReal
While The RealReal is known and loved for being the largest online marketplace for authenticated, consigned luxury goods, the site has also become host to a designer mask sale in support of frontline workers in partnership with Fashion Girls for Humanity. The goal is to support the fashion community during these difficult times while also offering new, non-medical grade masks with 100% of the proceeds being donated to Gowns For Good Made in America. You can even shop decorative accessories to layer on top of your mask to add some major edge to your look, like this upcycled, beaded style from Gypsy Sport. Gypsy Sport Tangerine Decorative Mask, $, available at The RealReal
Giovanna Watercolor Gingham Face Mask
For gingham that's prettier than a picnic blanket, check out the new face mask styles from New York-based lifestyle brand Giovanna. After making 500 masks for donation, the company has shifted to manufacturing a shoppable online collection for women, men, and teens. Each mask has a double layer of cotton and an additional layer of interfacing for extra filtration, and for every mask sold Giovanna will donate funds to cover the cost of an N95 mask for RETI's Rapid Resilience program. Giovanna Watercolor Gingham Face Mask, $, available at Giovanna
The Mighty Company Metallic Face Mask
Look no further than the online retailer Shopbop as your trusty resource for finding trendy reusbale face masks — like this bright pink style made from a lightweight jersey material featuring a striking metallic finish. The Mighty Company Face Covering With Metallic Finish, $, available at Shopbop
Heroine Sport 3-Piece Metallic Cloth Face Covering Set
Dare we suggest we've detected somewhat of a metallic trend happening here? Saks Fifth Avenue is also selling shimmery nylon face covering options that can be washed by hand and feature a mesh interior lining. This set is currently available on pre-order and expecting to ship no later than June 1. Heroine Sport 3-Piece Metallic Cloth Face Covering Set, $, available at Saks Fifth Avenue
St. John Artisinal Tiger Print Mask
American luxury house St. John launched a striking selection of limited-edition Care Masks that are sustainably crafted from surplus pique fabric. Plus, when you buy one of these masks, St. John will donate three non-surgical antimicrobial masks to those in need. St. John Pique Tiger Print Mask, $, available at St. John
Karina Grimaldi Amanda Face Mask
Available on Revolve are double-layered face masks with a viscose satin-twill overlay by Karina Grimald. The green and pink floating floral motif feels like it's fresh off a tropical island — where you'll find us mentally residing for the remainder of 2020. Karina Grimaldi Amanda Face Mask, $, available at Revolve
Alice + Olivia Staceface Adjustable Face Mask
Since the beginning of this outbreak, fashion brand Alice + Olivia has been mobilizing its teams to create and distribute protective masks to hospitals and communities in need. Now, they're helping to stop community spread with non-medical protective masks made available to the public. The masks, featuring the brand’s iconic “Stace Face” pattern, are made from jersey material for reuse, wash-ability, and comfort. Plus, for every mask sold, Alice + Olivia will donate one to the medical community and beyond. Alice + Olivia Staceface Adjustable Face Mask, $, available at Alice + Olivia
Madewell 3-Pack Non-Medical Face Masks
Each one of these Madewell masks is crafted from leftover fabric scraps, which means every color is a limited edition. They are designed to fit over the top of the nose and below the chin. In addition to launching washable and reusable face masks for their customers, Madewell and J.Crew have donated 75,000 single-use face masks to Montefiore Medical Center in New York. Madewell Three-Pack Non-Medical Face Masks, $, available at Madewell
Nisolo Upcycled Linen & Cotton Lined Mask
Handmade by the local Nashville artist behind the apparel company Emlee, these masks feature a trendy two-tone pattern cut to fit your face. Each mask is hand-sewn by local seamstresses using deadstock linen, cotton, and hemp fabrics and lined with 100% USA-made cotton twill for comfort. EMLEE Upcycled Linen & Cotton Lined Mask, $, available at Nisolo
Abacaxi Cotton Face Mask With Filter Pocket
Mindfully made clothing and accessories brand Abacaxi is producing reusable, double-layer fabric face masks from 100% woven cotton. These are made ethically in NYC using deadstock fabrics, and for every mask sold, Abacaxi is working with The Mask Fund to donate the amount needed to purchase one N95 mask for health care workers. Abacaxi Cotton Face Mask With Filter Pocket, $, available at Abacaxi
Summersalt 3-Pack Face Covering
Trendy travel wear brand Summersalt is now offering machine-washable, non-medical grade face coverings made from 100% cotton, recycled materials and sold in sets of three. The "Lavender Fields" print is perfect for days when you feel like making a statement, whereas the black and yellow-white color-block alternatives will suit a more neutral vibe. For every set sold, Summersalt will donate a face covering to a worthy organization doing their part to help the larger community. Currently, the public can DM @summersalt via Instagram to nominate an organization that would benefit from this donation.  Summersalt 3-Pack Face Coverings, $, available at Summersalt
Eva Avocado Face Mask
This quirky L.A. brand launched a selection of face masks adorned with fun prints to represent your kookier side. The designs are flexible, washable, and reusable and have a pocket to insert your replaceable filter. And with motifs like "Eva Avocado" and "Tayto Potato," you're bound to crack a smile while making this purchase. Smoko Eva Avocado Face Mask, $, available at Smoko
Stoney Clover Face Mask Set Of 2
For anyone who can't resist a refreshing pop of pastel for summer, Stoney Clover's pink and mint-hued cotton masks are definitely the way to go. The adjustable straps mean this mask can be tied to your perfect size, with the option of adding a heart-shaped bead or two for a touch of whimsy. Available in standard and petite styles, the latter can be worn either by kids or by adults who want a more snug fit. Stoney Clover Lane Turquoise/Orange Face Mask Set of 2, $, available at Stoney Clover Lane
Onzie 2-Pack Protective Face Masks
Revolve, the retailer known for its trendy clothing labels and glossy Instagram campaigns, is now offering 2-packs of re-usable face masks with elastic straps (with the option of a tie-dye print, of course!) from the brand Onzie — now available on pre-order with an estimated delivery date of May 30. Onzie 2 Pack Protective Face Masks, $, available at Revolve
Wolford Care Face Covering
But if you're not one for shiny fabrics and funky patterns, keep it sleek and simple with this black, double-layered option from the hosiery brand Wolford — available on Matches Fashion. Wolford Care Face Covering, $, available at Matches Fashion
Maaji Calm 5-Pack Face Coverings
If you've got an eclectic style, there are certainly reusable mask designs made to align with your unique taste. The Colombia-based swimwear brand Maaji is known for its whimsical prints, textures, and playful details — all of which have been applied to its new selection of patterned face coverings. Maaji Maaji Calm 5-Pack Face Coverings, $, available at Shopbop
KES Sustainable Washable Face Mask
The unisex designs by sustainable brand KES feature adjustable drawstrings so you can fasten your mask to the perfect fit. They're made from a breathable, 100% silk charmeuse fabric. You can opt for a simple shades of white and black or go for something a little more playful such as cobalt blue or gingham. Additionally, for every face mask purchased, KES will donate one face mask to a healthcare professional.   KES KES Sustainable Washable Face Mask - Cotton (1+1 donation), $, available at KES
Sanctuary 5-Pack Fashion PPE Masks
L.A.-based brand Sanctuary has launched its Essential Lifestyle Masks for consumers, designed to create a fashion-forward barrier to protect you from your surroundings. These are currently available on pre-order. At the same time, the company is using its resources and the profits of its lifestyle masks to produce over 5 million N95 masks to support the medical community (N95s are not for sale) as they battle this virus on the frontlines across the nation. Sanctuary 5 Pack Fashion PPE Masks, $, available at Sanctuary
Caraa Mask Pack
This NYC-based sporty bag brand has launched an initiative to get non-medical grade masks to as many people as possible. Reusable, machine-washable, and designed for comfort, these masks are constructed from excess fabric cuttings of Caraa bags to reduce waste and make use of these leftover pieces for good. caraa 5-Pack Mask, $, available at caraa
Commando 2-Pack Non-Medical Cloth Face Masks
Fashion's favorite leggings and intimates brand is taking its signature approach of high-quality comfort to the production of non-medical cloth face masks. Each pack includes one solid black mask and one printed mask of choice, and for each of these sales Commando will donate a mask to its local chapter of United Way. The washable and reusable masks are made from an up-cycled Italian microfiber outer layer and a double-faced European microfiber and cotton blend lining. Commando Non-Medical Cloth Face Mask 2-Pack, $, available at Commando
Jonathan Simkhai Fabric Mask Pack
Offered in packs of four containing a spectrum of neutral colors that reflect the sleek Jonathan Simkhai design codes, these masks from the designer label feature an optional pouch for removable filter use. For every pack purchased, Jonathan Simkhai will donate a civilian mask to local front-line essential workers in need of non-medical mask protection.  Jonathan Simkhai Fabric Mask Pack, $, available at Jonathan Simkhai
Christy Dawn 3-Pack Sustainable Linen Masks
These reusable, non-medical grade masks from the charming sustainable fashion company Christy Dawn are fashioned out of 100% doubled deadstock cotton. Each order is for 10 total masks — five of which will be shipped to you with the remaining half donated to those in need. Whether you're the stripes type or all about plaid, there's a pattern for everyone among these eco-friendly styles. Christy Dawn 3-Pack Sustainable Linen Masks, $, available at Christy Dawn
Rent The Runway Reusable Masks
Rent The Runway developed its own protective masks with an eye towards fashion and sustainability, so they’re washable and reusable (and NOT for rent... just to be clear). Made from 100% cotton or cotton blend and lined in cotton/poly, the fabric used has been salvaged as scraps from prior production runs or purchased as unused surplus from textile mills. Plus, for each 5-pack sold, RTR will give a 5-pack to a community in need through its partnership with Project Renewal. Rent The Runway Reusable Masks Buy 5, Give 5, $, available at Rent The Runway
The Windwitch Seersucker Face Mask
The Windwitch was launched by an artist living aboard who is currently rebuilding a sailboat of the same name. Her reusable Seersucker Face Mask is made with 100% cotton fabric that is great to wear for warmer weather. It also features a pocket for replaceable filters, an adjustable nose bridge, and elastic strap and comes in charming, understated prints like white and blue stripes and vibrant, Caribbean-inspired plaids. There is a free tutorial and pattern on There is also a tutorial on The Windwitch's blog page for how to DIY your own mask. The Windwitch Light Blue Seersucker Face Mask, $, available at The Windwitch
Reformation 5-Pack Reusable Masks With Ties
Reformation has partnered with the City of Los Angeles on LA Protects, an initiative to organize local manufacturers to make five million non-medical masks. You can pick some up for yourself or donate to someone in need directly through the retailer's website. Reformation 5X Masks - L.A. Protects, $, available at Reformation
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Angela Brennan is a highly regarded cardiac surgeon at her hospital in Barrington, Rhode Island. Her colleagues respect her, and the hospital administrators are grooming her to become CEO. Angela is driven and dedicated to her career, but her commitment to the job comes at a cost: Her husband, Tony, and their two children, son Liam and daughter Emily, miss her. “You’re missing so many of the little things that make a family special,” Tony says. Still, the family is happy, and the four of them enjoy an idyllic Memorial Day weekend on Cape Cod. As they’re driving back to Barrington, a truck smashes into the car in “an explosion of light.” Liam is killed almost instantly; Tony also dies in the accident. Emily is rushed to surgery to repair a shattered leg and a broken arm, but an accidental drug overdose kills her. Angela, reeling and feeling alone, leans on her friend Liz Rumsey, a nurse at the hospital. Soon, Angela returns to work, but without the same passion. She considers taking her own life. One day, a cryptic note shows up on her desk: “I’m not sure that the cause of your daughter’s death is what it seems,” it says. As Angela tries to figure out who left the note and for what purpose, her investigation reveals that her beloved hospital might not be the workplace she thought it was. Splaine’s writing is clean, precise, and explicitly detailed. The author’s knowledge of health care workers and the hospital environment is extensive, informing nearly every page. While Splaine’s prose recalls a surgeon’s attention to detail, the accident is depicted too vividly, with gratuitous descriptions of the horrific car crash. Throughout the novel, the villains are clear: the agents of bureaucracy who value saving face over saving lives. Despite such obstacles, Angela searches for what really matters in this stirring story: kindness, care, and hope.
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This week, popular plus-size retailer Eloquii announced the launch of its first-ever tastemakers collection: a six-day event featuring drops of limited-edition looks designed by notable plus-size women. Thus far, Nabela Noor, the founder of the self-love movement Zeba; Curve Athletics founder Tasha Cobbs Leonard; and Retta or, as Parks and Recreation fans may know her as, Donna Meagle, have released (and sold out of!) their custom ensembles for the plus-size brand. Next up on the exclusive roster is Leah Vernon, the author of Unashamed: Musings of a Fat, Black Muslim and a plus-size hijabi model. 
For the brand’s “Six Icons, Six Days” collection, Vernon, who is known for her colorful looks, designed a long-sleeved, sequin yellow gown. The dress, which she told Refinery29 is “the perfect combination of color, drama, and poise,” features a large, bow-like detail in the center, a mock neck, and exaggerated shoulders. In the campaign, Vernon wears the look with a matching yellow turban — that’s also part of the drop — and carries a golden umbrella. (Since the dress’ shade of yellow was so obviously reminiscent of the sun.) “I love all things glam — all things loud and bold and queen-like,” Vernon says of the inspiration behind her custom look. “The theatrics and the sequins are what I want to be in, even if I am just casually going to the dollar store. We should feel and look good, no matter what the activity. Tongue pop.”
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This way of looking at fashion is hardly new for Vernon. “I use fashion as a way to rebel,” she says. “As a fat, Black Muslim who grew up in Detroit, I never felt that I could fully express myself due to society’s constraints on people who look like me. Now that I’ve tasted the freedom of being my true and authentic self, fashion is definitely something that I use as a tool to express myself unapologetically.” And while 2020 won’t see her changing that mindset, she does see it as an opportunity to share her unapologetic way of thinking with the world, something that Eloquii is helping her do with this partnership: “We are fighting to include marginalized voices, not only in the retail hemisphere, but in all industries, so for a fat, Black, and very Muslim influencer to collaborate with such an iconic brand, it’s game-changing.”
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While a yellow, sequin gown may seem hardly functional in a pandemic, according to Vernon, it’s exactly why she designed it. “In the beginning of the lockdown, I’m not going to lie, I was in sweats and raggedy hoodies,” she says. “But, I knew that I needed to stay on track and that in order to keep a sense of normalcy that I’d have to continue doing what I always do.” Now, she tends to straddle the line between function and “something that makes [her] feel like a superstar diva.” She hopes this look will inspire people to get dressed up in something daring and bright as a way to uplift their spirits. “Take fashion risks,” she adds. “Just do it.” 
As of Thursday morning, you can shop Vernon’s custom-made yellow gown and matching turban, while supplies last, on Eloquii.com for $129 and $24.95, respectively. And watch out for the final two tastemakers revealed on Friday and Saturday.
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We all have those people in our lives — ones who say they don't want anything for the holidays. But, come gift-giving season and they're handing you a meticulously wrapped, thoughtful present, and you can't really be empty-handed. What then makes a good gift for the woman who wants nothing? If they have their go-to essentials or favorites, look to luxe versions of those. Have they been rotating between the same two pairs of sweatpants while working from home? Go with a loungewear gift, like some cozy cashmere joggers, or fluffy socks that don't come in a pack of five. Are they still the best-dressed even during the pandemic? Buy them a stylish face mask or a mask chain, neither of which will go unused this season. Ahead, 20 foolproof gifts to thrill the woman in your life who claims to want nothing this year. At Refinery29, we’re here to help you navigate this overwhelming world of stuff. All of our market picks are independently selected and curated by the editorial team. If you buy something we link to on our site, Refinery29 may earn commission.
Brother Vellies Something Special
For anyone who loves all things small-batch, artisan, and sustainable, Brother Vellies' Something Special subscription guarantees, as the name suggests, something special every month. Past deliveries include Oaxaca clay mugs and wooden combs and charms from Kenya. Alternatively, you can buy these cloud-like socks that were part of the Something Special drop early on. Proceeds from the Lavender pair fund Brother Vellies' mask-making and food-distribution initiative in Kenya. Brother Vellies Cloud Sock, $, available at Brother Vellies
Parade Birthday Cake Pack
If underwear is the only thing on your giftee's wishlist, make it this pack from Parade, a brand whose inclusive approach to intimates has resulted in 500,000 pairs sold in its first year alone.  Parade Birthday Party Pack, $, available at Parade
— PAID — Eddie Bauer Oversized Down Throw Give your friend a hug in the form of an ultra-warm, down-filled blanket from Eddie Bauer that features the softest fleece on one side and a comforting plaid print on the other. Eddie Bauer Oversized Down Throw, $, available at Eddie Bauer
Touchland Citrus Hand Sanitizer
Add this moisturizing spray hand sanitizer to every stocking you're stuffing this year. Touchland Citrus Power Mist Hand Sanitizer, $, available at Revolve
Phlemuns Cloud Masks
With face masks the most used accessory of 2020, you can't have too many. This cloud-print one from gender-fluid brand Phelemuns tops our list. If you don't want the duo, you can buy the style individually ($29) here. Phlemuns Two-Pack Blue Clouds Mask, $, available at SSENSE
Éliou Flower Leash
Never forget your face mask again with this floral beaded chain, handmade by artisans in India, from the brand that's also Harry Styles-approved. Emily Levine x éliou Sea Green Flower Leash, $, available at Éliou
ASOS Design Frill Collar
Not only are detachable collars currently trending, but they can also go over everything your fashion-obsessed giftee already has in their closet. ASOS DESIGN Frill Collar In Gingham, $, available at ASOS
Savage x Fenty Onesie
A cozy pick for the BFF who watched the Savage x Fenty Vol. 2 show with you. Savage x Fenty Forever Savage Hooded Onesie, $, available at Savage x Fenty
Clare V. x Anthropologie Plate
Created in collaboration with handbag designer Clare V., these cutesy dessert plates (sold individually) can also serve as jewelry dishes. Clare V. x Anthropologie Maisonette Dessert Plate, $, available at Anthropologie
Susan Alexandra Micro Bag
Fans of Susan Alexandra's whimsical beaded bags will love this micro bag that can hold their AirPods. Susan Alexandra Micro Ma Cherie, $, available at Susan Alexandra
The Clear Cut Bandit
Your newly engaged friend (it's the season!) doesn't know yet that she needs this wrist band, with a zipper pocket, to keep her ring safe when on-the-go or working out. After she starts using it though, she will become obsessed. The Clear Cut "Something Blue" Bandit, $, available at The Clear Cut
Everlane Cashmere Jogger
Upgrade the person who has been living in their sweatpants to a cashmere pair. Summersalt The Coziest Cashmere Blend Jogger, $, available at Summersalt
Rellery Chain Necklace
Blame Normal People's Connell Waldron, but chain necklaces are trending. We love this square-link style from Rellery, whose precious metals are all ethically sourced and produced in the U.S. Rellery Square Link Chain Necklace, $, available at Rellery
Chamberlain Coffee Blend
For the TikTok-loving, Emma Chamberlain-following, coffee-obsessed person in your group. Chamberlain Coffee Careless Cat Blend - Coffee Bag, $, available at Chamberlain Coffee
Everlane Cashmere Scrunchie
Even Carrie Bradshaw would not have been able to resist this fancy scrunchie! Everlane The Cashmere Scrunchie In Heathered Currant, $, available at Everlane
Mehry Mu Mask & Glasses Holder
For the fashion-forward woman who can't get enough of mask chains, this "holder" — that can also double as a bag and jewelry piece! — from Instagram-favorite, Istanbul-based brand Mehry Mu will delight her. Mehry Mu Mask And Glasses Holder, $, available at Mehry Mu
Burlap & Barrel Spices
The cook in your life won't be able to go back to any other spices after they try these from Burlap & Barrel, a company that partners with smallholder farmers around the world. I switched my entire spice rack after just smelling the pepper. Burlap & Barrel Single Origin Rice & Grain Seasoning Spices (Set of 3), $, available at Food52
Birkenstock Arizona Slide Sandal
If your giftee begrudgingly put away their beloved Arizona slides until next summer, they will swoon over the fall version of the popular style that's lined with shearling and comes in a winter-approved plaid. Birkenstock Arizona Genuine Shearling Slide Sandal, $, available at Nordstrom
Machete Perfect Huggies
Perfect-sized hoops for the everyday jewelry wearer. The mixed metals add a touch of the unexpected to an otherwise-classic style. Machete Perfect Huggies in 3/4 Gold, $, available at Machete
ēdn SmallGarden
Only for your very favorite person, this Wi-Fi "smart garden" provides optimal light and food to the herbs, vegetables, flowers they choose to grow. Thanks to an app, the user can also get guidance on growth and reminders to water. ēdn SmallGarden, $, available at West Elm
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Bull River Falls, Colorado, population 875, is experiencing a summer of discontent, with raging forest fires, strangely aggressive wildlife, the Gold Gulch Corporation’s controversial expansion of its ski resort and golf course, and the mysterious gunshot death of a young woman. Surveying it all is Stan Przewalski, the 60-something editor of the Beacon-News, but he’s an unreliable observer. His psychiatric meds barely control his nightmares about Vietnam, which bleed into hallucinatory daytime flashbacks, and he’s alive only because the rope that he recently hanged himself with broke. He takes it in stride when he meets Chaz, a gopher who, thanks to exposure to radioactive testing, can outthink and outtalk most humans and magically shrink large objects—including Stan—down to his foot-long scale. Hallucination or not, Chaz deeply resonates with Stan’s past: He loves 1960s rock and has organized his fellow gophers into an army with miniaturized attack helicopters and fighter jets. Nikolich’s fanciful scenario makes up most of this meandering novel, which consists mainly of Stan wrestling with his Vietnam demons while taking in Chaz’s diminutive parody of human culture and warfare. Stan occasionally joins the gophers’ attacks on Gold Gulch, which is trying to drive them off their land. The resulting yarn is imaginative and often beguiling, like a mashup of Platoon and Gremlins scripted by William S. Burroughs. But it is also awkwardly dissonant, with the gophers’ cartoon antics—“They then synced the upstairs elevator door alarms to the hospital PA system, which had already been programmed by a team of prairie dog sound engineers to play a continuous loop of Jimi Hendrix’s 1969 Woodstock rendition of the Star Spangled Banner”—clashing tonally with Stan’s pitch-black memories of combat. (“I was covered with blood….I walked up to the first one and took his head off. I emptied half the ammo belt into that bunch.”) Many scenes clearly take place in Stan’s dreams or imagination and therefore feel inconsequential and uninvolving. Still, the author is a gifted writer, and when he looks outside Stan’s head—“The old woman and the horse faced into the wind and together they watched the smoke rise and hang in gauzy white sheets above the valley”—his prose is entrancing.
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