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Cowboy boots then and now California Vaqueros, by James Walker, 1875 First, a little history. According to fashion historian Sonya Abrego (via InsideHook), cowboy boots as we know them today were borrowed from Mexican vaqueros, cattle wranglers who expanded into the American west — thus, cowboy boots were integrated into American culture. Abrego also cites the popularity of rodeos as a contributing factor to the proliferation of the shoe. “Rodeo has a lot of pageantry and style,” she said....

December Capricorn Vs. January Capricorn: What’s The Difference? Tanya Syrytsyna/Getty Images By Danielle Ramos-Sullivan/Dec. 1, 2022 7:20 am EST Zodiac signs can tell you a lot about someone’s personality, but they can also be slightly misleading. There are some signs that are well-known for having certain traits. For example, Leos need attention, Tauruses have a stubborn streak, and Scorpios are mysterious — at least according to popular belief. However, there are other signs that are often forgotten and not talked about as much....

How To Overline For Fuller, Natural-Looking Lips VALUA VITALY/Shutterstock By Lindsay Ray/Dec. 3, 2022 9:09 am EST Let’s face it — luscious lips are in. Whether you’re inspired by Kylie Jenner or simply want the look of a fuller pout, many often turn to healthcare professionals for help enhancing their lips and boosting their confidence. In 2018 alone, over 2 million lip augmentations were performed, according to The Cleveland Clinic, and that number seems to only be growing....

Pureology’s Global Artistic Director Tells Us How To Choose The Right Shade Of Copper For Your Skin Tone Jon Kopaloff/Getty Images By Anjana Rajbhandary/Nov. 3, 2022 5:31 pm EST Copper hair is definitely having a moment. Unless you’re living under a rock, you know everyone is going copper because it’s the hottest hair color of the year, with over 528 million views on TikTok. With celebrities like Gigi Hadid and Sydney Sweeney going copper, it was only a matter of time till the color became one of the most requested hair colors....

What Can Macadamia Oil Do For Your Hair? Kwanchai.c/Shutterstock By Jennifer Anandanayagam/Dec. 15, 2022 9:47 am EST Even if you’re not overly concerned about the health of your hair, you’ve probably looked in the mirror once or twice and wondered about the benefits of oil for your mane. Maybe you have a niece or mother who uses it on their hair every weekend and can’t stop talking about the benefits, or perhaps you were inspired by a TV commercial promoting hair oil....

Garrison wouldn’t say no to another regular television role Jemal Countess/Getty Images After numerous episode roles in shows like “Family Law,” “Sabrina the Teenage Witch,” and “That’s Life” (via IMDb), Garrison had appeared on three episodes of “The Practice,” in addition to four episodes on “The West Wing” and “Law & Order.” As for his more recent television ventures, Garrison starred in some pretty big-name shows between 2013 and 2017, including “The Good Wife,” “30 Rock,” “Madam Secretary,” and “Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt....

These are the staple ingredients Paras Griffin/Getty Images Pralines were originally introduced in New Orleans via France’s colonial influence, per Spruce Eats. According to the New Orleans School of Cooking, bakers first used almonds to make pralines, but the candy was transformed through Creole cuisine, which used the pecans that grew locally. New Orleans is known for its sweet treats, but pralines are easy prep goodies that only require a pot, stovetop, and a candy thermometer....

Why Royal Fans Are Calling William And Catherine Hypocritical Pascal Le Segretain/Getty Images By Tessa Somberg/Dec. 6, 2022 8:55 am EST The Earthshot Prize Awards ceremony took place last Friday in Boston. The climate change initiative was created by William, Prince of Wales himself. The glitzy ceremony, hosted alongside the John F. Kennedy Foundation, saw five winners each taking home $1 million for their efforts in fighting against climate change and propagating sustainable solutions to its various challenges (via People)....

Why Twitter Users Are Comparing BravoCon 2022 To Fyre Festival Ron Adar/Shutterstock By Bryce Cameron/Oct. 15, 2022 7:48 am EST After the first BravoCon event in 2019, it was clear that this was something the fans wanted more of (per Variety). For the first time, everyone’s favorite Bravo celebrities were under the same roof, giving fans newfound access to the people starring in their favorite shows. From Housewives to SURvers to Below Deck crew, the who’s who of Bravo was present....

When will Season 10 of Below Deck premiere on Bravo? Donna Ward/Getty Images Your favorite sea-based reality TV show is back for a 10th season on Monday, November 21, according to Bravo TV. The network released the long-awaited trailer at BravoCon 2022, gearing fans to get ready for some new additions to the show’s featured yacht crew. According to People, Season 10 will show some shake-ups within the crews’ leadership and duties with new additions to the cast and promotions of long-time fan-favorites....

Get The Look On A Budget: Meghan Markle’s On-Trend Puddle Pants Max Mumby/indigo/Getty Images By Cassandra Rose/Nov. 20, 2022 8:00 am EST We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Meghan Markle’s on and off-duty style is equally remarkable. When she’s not running her Spotify podcast “Archetypes” and advocating for women’s rights and gender equality, per People, she is sending social media into disarray over her fashion choices. Though the causes she cares for are always the center focus at every appearance, Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, also uses her wardrobe to make a point....

Is Microblading The Answer To A Receding Hairline? L Julia/Shutterstock By Cynthia Anaya/Dec. 5, 2022 4:27 am EST We all wish it weren’t true, but hair loss is inevitable with age, and for some women, that loss means a receding hairline. According to Verywell Health, “40% of women have hair loss by the time they reach age 40, according to the American Academy of Dermatology.” The good news is, there are many options available to either regrow or create the appearance of hair....

Fans had a lot to say about Jinger’s Christmas tree Instagram Fans of the Duggar family got a glimpse of Jinger Duggar Vuolo’s holiday festivities on November 16, when her husband, Jeremy Vuolo, posted a photo to his Instagram Stories (via The Sun). The foreground of the image showed a Santa mug, and the caption read, “Jinger’s blend in my Christmas mug.” This was, of course, a loving promotion for Jinger’s new coffee collab with the small subscription company Matchbox Coffee....

Manny MUA And CJ Perry On Joining VH1’s Revival Of The Surreal Life - Exclusive Interview VH1 By Brent Furdyk/Oct. 24, 2022 4:05 pm EST Back in 2003, VH1 introduced a wild new series that put a celebrity spin on the “Big Brother” concept, sequestering a group of celebrities inside a house that had been equipped with cameras and microphones to capture their antics. Viewers watched all the drama, hilarity, and more that unfolded when these celebs were forced together into close quarters....

What To Do If You Are Feeling Insecure In Your Relationship fizkes/Shutterstock By Danielle Ramos-Sullivan/Nov. 10, 2022 10:12 am EST No one wants to feel insecure in their relationship but getting rid of the feeling is easier said than done. When it comes to feeling insecure, our gut reaction may be to downplay it or even dismiss it entirely but the first step in squashing any problem is to identify it....

What You Need To Know About A New Experimental Vaccine To Prevent Breast Cancer Jo Panuwat D/Shutterstock By Jessica Tzikas/Nov. 10, 2022 2:18 pm EST According to The National Cancer Institute, breast cancer is officially the most common type of cancer there is. In 2022, breast cancer is projected to have over 290,000 new cases in the United States, with the death toll reaching over 43,000. To compare these numbers, other cancers, like thyroid cancer and liver cancer, have about 40-45,000 new cases per year, while lung and prostate cancer both cause over 200,000 per year....

Alicia Silverstone: Here Are 15 Facts About The Clueless Star John Shearer/Getty Images By Naomi Kazzi/Oct. 20, 2022 1:13 pm EST Alicia Silverstone turned 46 in October, and decades after her break-out role as Cher Horowitz in the 1995 film, “Clueless,” fans still can’t get enough of her. With over 4 million TikTok fans and 2 million Instagram followers, Silverstone’s down-to-earth personality and winning smile are just a few reasons why millions still tune in for regular updates on her life (and not just sporadically!...

Here’s What The Royal Family Plans To Do With Years-Old Fruit Cake Wpa Pool/Getty Images By Heather Baver/Nov. 17, 2022 8:59 am EST In Britain, fruit cake has a longstanding status as a special dessert. “Rich, spicy fruitcakes were served at splendid medieval feasts, and for centuries afterward at important occasions and celebrations such as Easter, Christmas, weddings, and christenings,” according to Sidney Mintz’s “The Oxford Companion to Sugar and Sweets” (via Vogue)....

The Harry Potter Character You’d Relate To If You’re An Aquarius E.Va/Shutterstock By Hannah Darling Fenn/Oct. 28, 2022 6:21 am EST The eccentrics of the zodiac, Aquarius star signs are known for their intellect, independence, and “out there” energy. If you were born between January 21 and February 19, you’ve likely been grouped in with those who just know aliens are real and who live their lives by astrology (via Cosmopolitan)....

The Heartbreaking Death Of General Hospital Actor Sonya Eddy David Livingston/Getty Images By Bryce Cameron/Dec. 20, 2022 3:50 pm EST She may not have been one of the main characters at the forefront of the drama, but “General Hospital” viewers had immense respect and adoration for her. Today, fans of daytime television are grappling with the unexpected loss of Sonya Eddy, known for her time on “GH” as the boisterous and no-nonsense nurse Epiphany Johnson....