Why You Should Post a Red Heart to Social Media Today

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Sep 14, 2017

In honor of Suicide Prevention Month in September, Dr. Brandt Skincare is dedicated to spreading the support while raising awareness — and wants you to help out. The best part is you only need a photo of a red heart.

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September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. Join us in the fight against suicide and depression: 1️⃣ Post a Photo with a Red Heart ❤️ 2️⃣ Include #sayiloveyou & tag @drbrandt 3️⃣ Tag 3+ friends and we will donate $1 for each post A #sayiloveyou to a friend in need can make all the difference. All proceeds from the sale of the #drbrandt Foundation kit will be donated to the @trevorproject @afspnational and FISP.

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“A #sayiloveyou to a friend in need can make all the difference,” the brand wrote on Instagram. For every photo of a red heart posted with Dr. Brandt tagged, they will donate $1 to American Foundation for Suicide Prevention and the Trevor Project, starting today, Sept. 14, and lasting through the rest of September.

The skincare brand is also launching the #SAYILOVEYOU Kit ($38), from which a portion of the proceeds will be donated to the Dr. Brandt Foundation. The issue is a personal one for the company, as the foundation was formed after Dr. Frederic Brandt took his own life in 2015 and aims to raise awareness about suicide and depression.

The kit includes smaller sizes of the Dr. Brandt Microdermabrasion (typically $79), an exfoliator, Pores No More Pore Refiner Primer ($45), Pores No More Luminizer Primer ($38), a tote bag bearing a #SayILoveYou heart, and a red heart temporary tattoo. Once you get your kit, make sure to slap on that tatt and post to Instagram to donate that extra dollar!

If you or a loved one needs help, please call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255 or chat with a specialist on the Lifeline website. You are not alone.

What do you think of the #SayILoveYou campaign and kit? Tell us @BritandCo!

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"Dancing With The Stars" Crowned The Season 32 Winners Last Night

Dancing with the Stars has all the ingredients needed for a captivating show. With lots of celebrities, tough competition, and dancing skills being put to the test, it's no surprise the show has remained a part of pop culture for 32 seasons. As the latest season continues, it's clear that Dancing with the Stars hasn't lost what's made it so popular to begin with.

With shocking eliminations, huge celebs — here's looking at you Taylor Swift — and jaw-dropping dances, here's everything you need to know about what happened so far in Dancing with the Stars season 32 (and what's to come!)

Was there a Taylor Swift night on Dancing with the Stars?

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Yes! On November 6, Dancing With The Stars announced they'd be having a Taylor Swift-themed night November 21. "Dancing With The Stars can’t stop, won’t stop moving," Taylor Nation said in their official Instagram post. "And this time it’s through the eras."

"An Enchanted waltz would be magical…" one Reddit user posted.

"I would love to see an emotional contemporary number for tolerate it .." another said.

Who's Took Their Stardom To The Dance Floor This Season?

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The dancing is great and all but, arguably, the best part of Dancing with the Stars is the celebrity contestants and their partners.

Here's the rundown on who's been dancing with who this season:

  • Jamie Lynn Spears with Alan Bersten
  • Alyson Hannigan with Sasha Farber
  • Mauricio Umansky with Emma Slater
  • Harry Jowsey with Rylee Arnold
  • Tyson Beckford with Jenna Johnson
  • Xochitl Gomez with Val Chmerkovskiy
  • Charity Lawson with Artem Chigvintsev
  • Mira Sorvino with Gleb Savchenko
  • Lele Pons with Brandon Armstrong
  • Adrian Peterson with Britt Stewart
  • Barry Williams with Peta Murgatroyd
  • Jason Mraz with Daniella Karagach
  • Matt Walsh with Koko Iwasaki
  • Ariana Madix with Pasha Pashkov

Which Duos Have Packed Their Bags & Gone Home?

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Mauricio Umansky and Matt Walsh and their respective partners found themselves in the bottom two the first week. Once the votes were counted, it was revealed that Walsh and Iwasaki would not be dancing another day.

The second episode of the show, of course, saw another elimination. Jamie Lynn Spears and Alan Bersten had to pack their bags and say goodbye to the dance floor after their Latin routine failed to impress the judges. Spears was one of the most anticipated celebs to join the show this season, so it was a shock to see her get eliminated so quickly.

Fan-Favorite Performances So Far

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Just like eliminations are inevitable when it comes to Dancing with the Stars, so are dances and duos that get everyone talking. So far this season, those include Marvel Star Xochitl Gomez and Val Chmerkovskiy's dance to Camila Cabello's "Don't Go Yet" and singer Jason Mraz and Daniella Karagach's rumba. Both of these dances earned an impressive 24/30 score!

Everyone's also been buzzing about Ariana Madix and Pasha Pashkov's insanely good "Slave 4 U" number! The duo pulled out all the stops and did the iconic song complete justice, earning them a 37/40 score.

What's To Come?

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The dancing drama has only just begun! Tonight, there will be a new episode that is sure to boast a number of exceptional dances with the theme being "Motown Night".

DWTS pro, Peta Murgatroyd, also dropped a bomb about a very timely themed night that many viewers are beyond thrilled about. Considering how many headlines our favorite blonde superstar has been making, it's no surprise that the dancers will be "shaking it off" this season during a Taylor Swift-themed week.

The Drama Surround This Season - Explained

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Shortly after Ariana ended things with her former boyfriend of a decade, Tom Sandoval, over his months-long affair with VPR costar and Ariana’s BFF Raquel Leviss, rumors of her alleged casting in Season 32 dancing competition show caught fire (and spread like crazy). Months of speculation were confirmed thanks to Good Morning America, and saying we were stoked would be an understatement.

Despite all the drama in her personal life, she's been killing it on the show. I think Derek said it best: "Goodbye to the drama, and hello to the dance floor!"

Who were the finalists of Season 32?

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This season's finalists were Ariana Madix, Charity Lawson, Xochitl Gomez, Alyson Hannigan, and Jason Mraz. They performed an amazing opening performance with other celebs, which set the stage for the rest of the finale. Each dancing duo was full of smiles and style as they effortlessly waltzed around the main stage. Let's just say viewers were able to get a healthy dose of glitz and glamour before the season's winners were announced.

Who was crowned this season's winners?

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DWTS: Xochitl Gomez & Val Chmerkovskiy React to Season 32 WIN and Cast's Support (Exclusive)

It was a really tough call, but Xochitl Gomez and her dancing partner Val Chmerkovskiy took home the Len Goodman Mirrorball trophy! They proved they were fan favorites earlier in the season, but their reattempt of the foxtrot is what won over judges. They danced to Katy Perry's "Unconditionally" and US Weekly reports that Judge Bruno Tonioli told Xochitl, "Your musicality is like part of the orchestra."

The latter was beaming as this is the first time she's won DWTS compared to it being Chmerkovskiy's third win. Nevertheless, he shared her excitement and we're glad to see these deserving dance partners come out on top.

What do you think about Season 32's Stay updated on all of the latest celeb news with Brit + Co.

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8 Sephora Birthday Gifts You Can Score On Your Big Day This December!

It's the first day of December, and we're celebrating it by sharing which Sephora birthday gift you can get this month. That's right — I'm talking about all the freebies you can find! Well, not all of them — just enough to help you find new makeup, skincare, or haircare products to add to your vanity. After looking at the options Sephora has to offer this month, we're sure you'll have a hard time choosing from all the great options.

Let's jump into the 8 glamorous Sephora birthday gifts you can get in December!

How do I redeem my free birthday gift?

In order to redeem your birthday gift, you have to become a beauty insider. Signing up is completely free.

Are birthday gifts only available online?

Some of them are, but some can be picked up in-stores. You'll want to look online to see if the birthday gift you want has the "Available online only" or "Available in Store only" label.

Can I redeem more than one gift?

Wouldn't it be nice if we could have all the things? Unfortunately, you can only choose one birthday gift set.

Am I able to redeem a VIB or Rogue birthday gift if I haven't reached those tiers?

If you recently became a beauty insider, you'll be in the 'insider' tier. Here's the requirements to reach the next tiers:

  • VIB: Spend $350 in one year
  • Rogue: Spend $1000 in one year

You'll have to continue spending those amounts to maintain your VIB or Rogue status. At that point, you'll be able to redeem a Rogue VIB birthday gift.

Other than that, you have free reign to choose from 7 other great options! Here's everything you can choose during your birthday month!

Glow Recipe Watermelon Glow Skincare Birthday Gift Set (Clean Beauty)

What's included:

  • Watermelon Glow PHA + BHA Pore-Tight Toner
  • Niacinamide Dew Drops

I chose this birthday gift during September and fell in love with the niacinamide dew drops! I typically use this after cleansing and toning my face because it serves as a way to minimize my pores.

Note: It has a faint watermelon fragrance.

Kérastase Curly Hair Birthday Gift Set

What's included:

  • Curl Manifesto Sulfate-free Shampoo for Curly Hair mini
  • Curl Manifesto Light-Weight Conditioner for Curly Hair mini
  • Curl Manifesto Hydrating Leave-in Cream for Curly Hair mini
Curly girls who are looking to sample new hair products without making a full price commitment can try this birthday gift set!

Ilia Makeup Birthday Gift Set (Clean Beauty)

What's included:

  • Limitless Lash Mascara in shade After Midnight (Black)
  • Multi-Sitck in shade At Last (Mauve Rose)

You can never have too many tubes of mascara, but you may choose to stick with Ilia's limitless lash mascara after you redeem this birthday gift. It works to expertly strengthen, lift and elongate lashes without leaving behind clumps.

As far for the buildable multi-stick? Trust me when I say mauve rose looks good on everyone.

Ouai "The Ouai of Life" Birthday Gift Set

What's included:

  • Detox Shampoo mini
  • Leave-in Travel Conditioner mini
  • St. Bart's Body Cleanser mini
  • Melrose Place eau de parfum mini
Ouai is pulling out all the bells and whistles with this birthday gift set! Not only do you get a couple of haircare goodies, you also get a sample of body cleanser and eau de parfum. I can't tell you which gift to buy, but this gift set sounds like it's worth redeeming.

Dior Fragrance Birthday Gift Set

What's included:

  • Miss Dior eau de parfum mini
  • Sauvage eau de parfum mini
This birthday gift set includes two of Dior's beloved fragrances that can easily be yours during your birthday month! If someone offered me a chance to score a new fragrance sample I didn't have to pay for, I'd run to accept it.

Sephora Mystery Birthday Gift Set

What's included:

  • Three samples from skincare, haircare, and makeup brands
It's easy to get overwhelmed by how many birthday gifts Sephora offers, but this set is going to help you relax. It's full of mystery items that range from skincare to makeup, so you'll get an assortment of freebies.

Sephora Birthday Gift 250 Bonus Points

Then again, you can decide to have an extra 250 bonus points added to your account. I reached the VIB rogue tier by choosing this option one year and my total accumulated points allowed me to save $10 off my next purchase. It's a win even if it's not a gift set.

ROGUE VIB

Patrick Ta Makeup Lover's Birthday Gift Set

What's included:

  • Major Brow Lamination Gel mini
  • Major Glow Lip Shine mini

If you've reached the VIB or Rogue tiers — congratulations! You'll get to take home Patrick Ta's makeup lover's birthday gift set! If the pretty packaging doesn't catch your eye, then the high shine lipgloss and smoothing brow gel will!

Which birthday gift will you be taking home this month?

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You Can Finally Order Emily Henry's "Happy Place" In Paperback

For Emily Henry, her novels are time capsules. Writing a new book means that she’s infusing the characters with whatever lessons she’s learning at the moment, using the ins and outs of their arcs to learn more about herself. Which also means that when she goes back to read an older book, she’s immediately transported to where she was at that time.

“And there are things about each of the characters that I'm very attached to [where] I recognize myself,” she says. “All of them are being pulled from something that I feel very personally engaged with.”

There’s a general advice that one should avoid meeting their heroes, but in my case, it turned out to be a fantastic experience. Henry is as calm and collected as the blue paint on her walls. She offers both fun anecdotes and in-depth analyses of the human condition with ease, which seems to prove that as chill as she is on the surface, her mind is a wide-open playground for her imagination.

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“Whenever I'm writing one of these books, it's like the characters are never me, but I'm always taking some facet of myself that I want to spend some time thinking about and working on,” she says. “It's such a work of self-reflection and investigation.”

In Henry’s newest novel Happy Place— released in hardcover April 25th, 2023 and *finally* hitting shelves as a paperback March 7th, 2024 — her heroine is a perpetual people pleaser (say that five times fast) and has a hard time figuring out what she really wants for her life. “That tendency to try to always keep the peace and to get along with everyone...is this coping mechanism of hers,” she says. “But [now] it's actually creating all this friction and all these tensions.”

I’ve written fiction since elementary school, and I know firsthand how exciting it is when your characters become so fully formed that it’s like they’re making their own decisions. This point in the writing process is also very exciting for Henry.

“Once the characters are fleshed out enough that their decisions are very easy for me to predict and understand, [it’s way more fun],” Henry says. In Happy Place, that moment came when she realized her leads Harriet and Wyn (who are pretending they’re still engaged while on a group vacation with mutual friends) needed to talk about why their relationship came to an end.

This approach to the characters also helped her during the big finale and the final act grand gesture, which (spoiler alert!) is a play on the familiar rom-com airport scene. But instead of having one character pursue the other through the airport, running through security at breakneck speed and declaring love in front of 100 strangers, she flipped the trope on its head.

After talking about the end of their relationship and spending the final night of their vacation together, Harriet leaves a sleeping Wyn without saying goodbye. She’s convinced that it’s what is best for him, but by the time she gets on the plane, heading back to a job she hates without the love of her life, she realizes that whatever dream life she built up for herself doesn’t matter if he’s not there. When she runs back outside, Wyn is already there, and they meet in the middle. Can someone pass me a tissue?

By this point in the novel, the reader is well acquainted with the airport and the wacky pilot that works there. The emotions that come with an airport experience — joy when you’re reunited with friends and sadness when you’re saying goodbye — make the conversation even more impactful.

“That was a tricky scene for me to nail down because so much of Harriet's journey is really internal,” she says. “And that's just tricky in general because when something is more external, [you have to think about] how the grand gesture should play out.”

Figuring out the specific ways that the characters failed each other, and how they got to the heart of each other’s insecurities, needs to have an equally emotional redemption. Henry went back and forth trying to pinpoint exactly what her grand gesture would look like, and who it would come from. But that exploration allowed her to discover something that is an excellent reminder for life in general: the end of their relationship was the buildup of wrongs on both their ends.

“This was not one person failing a relationship. It was two people who things broke down between and who both made their own mistakes,” Henry says. “I didn't really see a way that I could bring them back together and their big moment without both of them taking a pretty big risk.”

Harriet needed to admit what she truly wanted, and Wyn needed to admit how afraid he was of not being enough for her in the future. These ideas of happiness, love, fear, humor — Henry threads these real-world experiences throughout all of her novels. Beach Read deals with betrayal and grief as much as it does love, People We Meet On Vacation looks at the idea of home, and Book Lovers explores identity and independence. And they all feature two people who are very, very messy.

“When you write two characters falling in love, you are writing two people at their absolute most vulnerable. Because when you fall in love, you are kind of innately embarrassing,” she says. “You've met someone who you're so drawn to that you want to know everything about them [and] I feel like you kind of become very aware of your own trauma based on how you're reacting to the process of falling in love.

“I find writing the process of falling in love to be a really easy inroad to exploring a person's mental interiority and their emotional landscape,” she says. “Nothing really encapsulates what it is to be a human quite like the experience of falling in love.”

The complexity found within these books isn’t the simplified, superficial stories people think they are. There is so much enthusiasm and joy for the sake of joy — even if the characters are still dealing with heartbreak in all its forms.

“In general, romances have conflict like any other book. The difference really is that guaranteed happily ever after,” Henry says. “Yes, there are these horrible things happening and that's probably not going to stop any time soon. But even so, life is beautiful and worth living and that's how it was. So that's how I started this particular part of my writing journey, wrestling with that exact thing.”

Henry loves the fact that by ending a story with a happily ever after, she’s able to emphasize that that is the point of the whole journey. The future is uncertain but for now, the characters are choosing to go through the day-to-day of life together.

“The point of the story was the moment where love does conquer all and where these two people are blissfully happy,” she says. “And I really do believe as much as there is a point to anything, that's the point for me. The point is being with the people you love on the planet Earth...I think that's a worldview that is worth holding on to.”

I might have had to blink away a few tears at that, thinking about the hope and joy that her books have given me, and how Happy Place is already inspiring other readers, too. Naturally, I had to ask her about her own happy place.

“Usually once every year, every couple of years, [I] fly to San Francisco and I go to Muir Woods [and Muir Beach], and then drive up through wine country and go wine tasting and be out in beautiful vineyards,” she says. “And then I go up to visit my grandparents who live in Oregon. And there’s mountains, and usually you can drive up high enough that there's snow. And I love that I can just do all of that with one flight.”

Being surrounded by nature also makes Henry feel more creative. She offers a hint at her new book, which features a relationship that she describes as “something kind of close” to a grumpy/sunshine pairing, similar to her own relationship.

“My husband is truly, like the nicest person in the entire world. And I feel that I'm a very kind person, but I'm not like, sweet,” she jokes. “I'm like a little bit sassy and brash and mischievous.”

She’s drawn parallels in the past between book number five and “Karma” by Taylor Swift: “It's basically like something really bad happens to you but because of that, every great thing in your life is just kind of clicking into place.”

And as one final Taylor Swift lyrical Easter egg, she adds: “Hopefully it feels like ‘the wind in your hair on a weekend.’”

​Rapid Fire With Emily Henry

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B+C: What is on your writing playlist? If you have any music that you like to listen to?

EH: I do not listen to music when I write because I'm so easily distracted. If there are lyrics, there's no way. I used to kind of put on classical music but even if I know the song, I'm waiting for certain parts I like. Sound is hard when I'm writing, unfortunately.

B+C: How do you come up with character names and locations?

EH: You have to remember that all of your characters have different parents unless they're siblings. So the way that they would have been named would have had so much to do with how old their parents are, where their parents would have lived, what kind of people they are...And then also, it really helps that they all have to be different. And so like meeting the variety of multiple syllables.

I'm definitely on nameberry.com a lot like a lot of writers, just looking at very specific lists that will be like artistic girls’ names from the ‘90s or whatever, just like looking for ideas.

[I’m also] trying to not name them people after people that I actually know and talk to often. But eventually I'm going to run out of other names, and friends and family are going to start showing up. I'm always so paranoid about that — or that I'll forget someone’s partner’s name and then I'll be writing a love story where the love interest looks like a friend's boyfriend and has the same name as him. Oh, I'm always so paranoid about that kind of thing, but so far so good.

B+C: Do you write during any particular time of day?

EH: Usually I write mornings through afternoon, usually from like ten to like three. I write most days.

B+C: What has surprised you most about writing books?

EH: That it doesn't get easier is probably true. I'm like, “I would have really thought it would get easier.” And instead, it’s sort of like, “Have I already done this before? Like, this is my first time writing a book, right?”

B+C: And do you have any favorite tropes? Whether you’re writing them or reading them.

EH: I love reading “marriage of convenience” in historical romance so much. That's one of my very favorites. And I do love enemies to lovers. I think I can be kind of picky about it, but when it's good, it's very, very good.

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70 Halloween Makeup Ideas To Try This Year

ICYMI, we live for Halloween. All year we look forward to pumpkin decorating, costume DIYing, and trick-or-treating. But, most of all, we’re *always* on the hunt for unique and innovative ideas to slay our favorite October holiday. Lucky for us, sometimes all we need is playfully dramatic Halloween makeup to really pull a look together. Scroll on for 70 of our favorite original Halloween makeup ideas — ranging from easy-to-achieve to jaw-droppingly advanced — and prepare to take your disguise to the next post-worthy level.

Pop Art Makeup

Channel your inner Warhol with a creative take on an iconic art movement. (via Brit + Co)

Harley Quinn

She may have been corrupted by the Joker, but Harley is still H-O-T. (via Brit + Co)

Bowie Emojis

Pair an Aladdin Sane lightning bolt with your own karaoke version of “Ziggy Stardust” for a Halloween costume that’s sure to turn heads. (via Brit + Co)

Jungle Cat

Definitely not for the intro level makeup artist, but major makeup #goals. RAWRR. (via Brit + Co)

Flamingo

Halloween is truly the best time to let your inner bird shine. (via Brit + Co)

Wonder Woman

It’s your turn to become the feminist-friendly box-office sensation that we all need. (via Brit + Co)

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Shepard Fairey Painting

A tribute to Obama is always worthwhile in our book, especially when it’s this creative.

Jem

Clearly, we are as obsessed with ’80s cartoon characters as we are with Halloween makeup. Light pink hair, a simple star, and a bold pink pout will bring your Jem look to life. (via Brit + Co)

Chill

Go crazy with all the blues to nail the icy half of everyone’s favorite Netflix and chill costume. (via Brit + Co)

Madame D from Grand Budapest Hotel

Even though Madame D isn’t in the film for long, we quickly fell in love with her — especially her style. This elderly makeup look may seem tricky, but you can totally handle it! (via Brit + Co)

Jellyfish

Not only will you look like one of the most magical sea creatures to exist, but you’ll be protected from the rain if the sky decides to open up too. (via Brit + Co)

Witch Makeup For Halloween

The OG Halloween costume. Use a little green face paint accented with mossy contouring and a purple lip to get witchy with it in no time. (via Brit + Co)

Half Sugar Skull

Go halfsies on your DIY sugar skull so you don’t have to worry about keeping it symmetrical. Add your favorite lip color and a creative costume for a memorable look. (via Brit + Co)

Robot

You don’t have to wear a spooky costume for Halloween shenanigans; there are getups that can be pretty and a little creepy, too. Take this colorful robot, for example. It blends equal parts artsy beauty with the futuristic fierceness that is sure to get the party talking. (via Brit + Co)

Clown Makeup

A creepy clown has always been a go-to Halloween costume, but this year, why not put a creative, colorful spin on it? Featuring pops of bright blue, lime green, and hot pink, makeup artist Fernanda Machado’s original creation achieves those spooky, artistic vibes you’re longing to channel. (via Brit + Co)

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles

They fight crime. They eat pizza. They’re named after Italian Renaissance artists. They’re Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles! And, let’s face it, they’re the coolest reptile warriors in town. (via Brit + Co)

Zombie Makeup

As much as we love channeling our inner Wonder Woman, pulling off a slightly gorier zombie costume presents the Halloween makeup challenge we crave. Here we’ve created an approachable zombie makeup tutorial so you can still feel like a babe while staying true to the holiday’s spooky vibe. (via Brit + Co)

Creepy Clown

No matter if you’re going as a clown or as a mime, this kinda creepy, kinda cute look will achieve all of your Halloween dreams. (via Brit + Co)

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True Colors

Show us what you got with this playful, technicolor makeup DIY that’s definitely open to interpretation.

Cassie Howard from Euphoria

This is one Halloween makeup look you can wear even after Halloween's over. Check out our Euphoria makeup tutorials for more inspo, or create your own eye makeup look. Whatever you do, don't forget the rhinestones! (via Brit + Co)

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Rainbow Skull

Brighten up an otherwise dark and spooky look with not one, but all the colors of the rainbow.

Gamora from Guardians of the Galaxy

A makeup sponge is key when creating this simple mean green look. (via Brit + Co)

Gorgeous Ghost

Swap the normal ghost sheet for a makeup look that everyone will love. (via Brit + Co)

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Trick-or-Treat

We’ll always take some sweets on Halloween — especially when they’re in the form of colorful makeup.

Queen of Hearts

Are Tim Burton fans attending your bash? Then they’ll definitely approve of this look. After all, why not be a queen for Halloween? (via Brit + Co)

Rocket from Guardians of the Galaxy

This raccoon look is pretty dang convincing. Even if you opt for the store- bought costume, this makeup adds that homemade touch we live for. (via Brit + Co)

Millennial Pink

We’re getting Zenon vibes with plenty of sparkly, metallic makeup to match. (via Brit + Co)

Modern Vampire Makeup

Fangs will forever be in fashion. But that doesn’t mean you have to have blood dripping down your chin to let people know what you are. You’re a classy vampire. (via Brit + Co)

Skeleton Makeup from “David S. Pumpkins”

If you’ve yet to see SNL‘s skit, then TBH, you haven’t really lived. Recreate this extremely goofy twist on the traditional Halloween character for guaranteed all-night laughs. (via Brit + Co)

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Pop Art Zombie

We live for out-of-the-box zombie looks, and it’s fair to say that this show-stopping peekaboo number hits the mark.

Bombshell Skeleton

Hoping to harness a spooky mood that doesn’t sacrifice style? Look no further than this glam take on the undead. (via Brit + Co)

Zoya the Destroya and Liberty Belle from GLOW

Contouring is key when it comes to creating these wrestler babes’ game faces. Who will win: Zoya or Liberty Belle? (via Brit + Co)

Fairy

This costume at its core is really simple to make, but adding makeup and hair accents will take it from makeshift to masterpiece. (via Brit + Co)

Started from the Bottom Ilana from Broad City

Possibly one of the most epic episode intros of all time, season one’s “Apartment Hunters” begins with a music video short where Ilana looks like an absolute kween. (via Brit + Co)

Woodland Fairy

Minus the butterfly lashes, we would wear this look to a festival. All right, you got us. We’d wear the lashes too. (via Brit + Co)

Olivia Rodrigo Sour Album Cover

All you need for for a Sour Halloween makeup look is your go-to makeup routine and some stickers from the craft store and voilà! (via Brit + Co)

Wisdom Teeth Abbi from Broad City

Season two’s “Wisdom Teeth” episode is arguably one of the best ever. After Abbi gets her wisdom teeth pulled, she takes too much pain medication combined with a ganja-infused smoothie and passes out. Ilana then decides to *paint* her face with makeup while feeling particularly lit. This is THAT look. LOL. (via Brit + Co)

Snapchat Puppy

The trick here is to take a screenshot of yourself in the makeup filter of your choice and then use that as your makeup inspiration photo. (via Brit + Co)

Hocus Pocus Witch Makeup

Who's more iconic than the Sanderson sisters? Those lips, tho. (via Brit + Co)

Dinosaur

Any makeup look that calls for finishing touches of glitter, wins. Tap it on anywhere that your little dino heart desires! (via Brit + Co)

Snapchat Flower Crown Filter

Highlight heavily and contour softly to recreate this popular floral filter. Pro tip: wear lavender or gray contacts to complete the lewk. (via Brit + Co)

Anna from Frozen

Begin by following this tutorial to get your base makeup for this look. For your bronzer, apply in a more circular motion to create her doll-like facial structure. Keep your blush bright pink but blend just on the apples of your cheeks. (via Brit + Co)

Jailbird

Simple tutorial alert! We used the Cat Eye Kit to create these fierce, winged eyes. Continue the eyeliner line down the nose to make a bird beak. (via Brit + Co)

Dalmation

Whether you’re one of 101 or just a solo, spotted pooch this Halloween, you only need to use black and white face paint to create a doggone (get it?) adorable look. (via Brit + Co)

Rainbow

This is actually really simple to recreate — all you need are rainbow cream colors and a small paintbrush or makeup brush to apply them with. (via Brit + Co)

Doll Face

Creepy meets pretty in this eerie Halloween beauty look. (via Brit + Co)

Scarecrow

There’s nothing wrong with keeping it classic for Halloween. Amp up your traditional scarecrow outfit with a little face paint for a pulled-together look in 20 minutes or less. (via Brit + Co)

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Zombie Skeleton

Our very own beauty editor knows a thing or two about how to wield makeup for a creepy-meets-gorgeous Halloween makeup look. Talk about a new meaning for the phrase “drop dead gorgeous.”

Frida Kahlo

Trace on a unibrow and you’re well on your way to emulating Frida’s signature look. (via Brit + Co)

Mermaid

Who says that your mermaid dreams have to stay just dreams? With the right pastel makeup and brightly colored mane, you’ll be giving off mermaid vibes in no time. (via Brit + Co)

Elsa from Frozen

Channel Elsa’s icy cool vibes by using a much lighter foundation than you normally would paired with bright cream eyeshadow. (via Brit + Co)

Ursula

Even if you’re not a makeup artist, you can easily recreate this look by capturing the shape of her face. Look at each part before you start painting yourself, and do each step in order.

Pot of Gold

Rainbow hair atop a highlighted and bronzed beauty look makes for one leprechaun-approved Halloween makeup idea. (via Brit + Co)

Purrfect Black Cat

Being a black cat is always a solid option. Grab your liquid liner to DIY this look. Don’t forget the ears! (via Brit + Co)

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Cheshire Cat

“If you don’t know where you want to go, then it doesn’t matter which path you take.”

Snapchat Bee Filter

Dramatic lashes and yellow cream makeup go a long way when it comes to pulling off this popular — or should we say buzzy — Snap filter. (via Brit + Co)

Vampire

This vamp costume is perfect for the dark-haired, busy gal on a budget. It doesn’t take a vampire’s life span (AKA eternity) to make — and with just a few easy steps you’re transformed into a picture-perfect creature of the night! (via Brit + Co)

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Katy Perry’s “Dark Horse” Makeup

Katy Perry is undeniably the queen of costumes. So, why not take a page out of her book and DIY her standing ovation-worthy “Dark Horse” look? (via Brit + Co)

Lion

We’re always down to be the queen of the jungle for Halloween. (via Brit + Co)

La Croix

Pick your fave fizzy flavor and you’re sure to win the contest. After all, La Croix is life. (via Brit + Co)

Mad Hatter

This makeup is an understated version inspired by the original and is really easy to recreate. And yes, those are fake eyelashes we used as eyebrows for the ultimate Halloween hack win! (via Brit + Co)

Caterpillar and Cheshire Cat from Alice in Wonderland

Whooooo are yoooooou? (via Brit + Co)

Unicorn

Pastel hair and makeup, a flower crown, a white body suit, and a unicorn horn make for one seriously simple Halloween look. (via Brit + Co)

Andy Warhol’s Marilyn

Head to your local beauty store and grab all the pink face paint you can to get ready to rock your inner pop self. (via Brit + Co)

David Bowie

“I don’t know where I’m going from here, but I promise it won’t be boring.” (via Brit + Co)

Barbie

This makeup look is super subtle and totally customizable to your favorite shades. As long as you have a pink lip, you're good to go. (via Brit + Co)

The Joker

Ugh, it’s just so sexy-creepy, we can’t. (via Brit + Co)

Trump

All you need is some bigly orange bronzer to make this your greatest Halloween look ever. No Halloween has ever been this great before. It’s the greatest. (via Brit + Co)

The Nightmare Before Christmas

It’s never too early to start the Christmas festivities. Try out this simple makeup DIY from The Nightmare Before Christmas to jumpstart the holiday season. (via Brit + Co)

Pretty Zombie

The living dead? More like the living drop-dead gorgeous. (via Brit + Co)

What Halloween makeup look are you choosing? Be sure to ‘gram it and tag us @BritandCo.

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Reese Witherspoon's Book Club Just Announced Its December Pick

After compiling my vacation reads, I'm *finally* ready to start combing through Reese Witherspoon's Book Club list this fall. Her revelation about reading books in her cover feature interview with Harper's Bazaar made me realize I need to step my game up ASAP.

Her admirable hobby - that's since led her to create a bourgeoning book club— continues to highlight books with women at the center, girl does she have a great eye for stories that fit every mood. To date, her book club list has amassed over 90 titles of romantic beach reads, thrillers, and more.

Since I'm sure you and I won't be able to fit all 90 books into our end of summer plans, I went through the list to pick the top 22 books worth diving into. Buckle up because they're sure to take our emotions on a ride! After you finish your TBR (To Be Read list), check out 19 Standout Reads From Jenna Bush Hager's Book Club, 20 Captivating Shondaland Book Club Picks, and 16 Must-Reads From The Oprah Winfrey Book Club!

December Pick: "Before We Were Innocent" by Ella Berman

What would you do if you knew a terrible secret that involved the death of one of your best friends? In Before We Were Innocent, Bess and Joni find themselves trying to escape answering this. However, some things are hard to bury — especially when the past comes knocking in the form of Joni. Will the two former best friends be able to maintain their innocence or will they have to accept the truth about themselves?

November Pick: "Maybe Next Time" by Cesca Major

If the past few years have felt like you've been stuck in a weird time loop, you'll love this page turner by Cesca Major. Maybe Next Time follows Emma as she navigates being a busy literary agent, wife and mother - except she only seems to have time for her career. When her husband is involved in a tragic car accident, Emma finds herself distraught only to wake up and see him alive again.

As the scenario continues to repeat, Emma will have to dig deep inside herself to correct patterns she's been a part of her to save not only her husband but life as she knows it.

October Pick: "Starling House" by Alix E. Harrow

Starling House is a daring tale of what happens when dreams meet determination, grit and evil. All Opal wants to do is create a haven for herself and her brother Jasper but she'll have to fight for it once she finds herself in the mysterious mansion of author E. Starling. In the depths of the shadows, she'll come face to face with things that'll test her resilience.

September Pick: "Mother-Daughter Murder Night" by Nina Simon 

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The women of the Rubicon family have a lot to tangle with in Mother-Daughter Murder Night. When powerful matriarch Lana's granddaughter Jack becomes the prime suspect in an unsolved murder, Lana becomes determined to find a killer instead of waiting for her disease to have it's last say. Find out what Nina Simon has in store for the town the Rubicons find themselves living in.

August Pick: "Tom Lake" by Ann Patchett

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Tom Lake weaves a beautiful tale of remembered love and viewing the humanity of one's parent. When Lara begins to regale her three daughters of a former romance she shared with actor Peter Duke at Tome Lake, they begin to take stock of what they know about their mom as well as their own love lives.

"Romantic Comedy" by Curtis Sittenfeld 

Heartbreak has the potential to make you swear off love, which is something that late night writer Sally Milz knows all too well. She's also a firm believer in the "Danny Horst Rule," the phenomenon where average looking men exclusively date women more attractive than them — until pop star Noah Brewster shows up to host the late night show. Join her for an intoxicating love ride that makes her change her perspective.

"Where The Crawdads Sing" by Delia Owens 

If you love a good romance-murder mystery, you'll fall in love with Kya's story. After the town's golden boy winds up dead, everyone in town begins blaming Kya for his murder. With heartbreak and triumph woven throughout, Where The Crawdads Sing will become the summer read you can't put down.

"The House of Eve" by Sadeqa Johnson

Even when forbidden, love seems to find a way in The House of Eve. 15-year-old Ruby is set to be her family's first college attendee, until it appears a scandalous affair will bring her back into poverty. Meanwhile, Eleanor's in love with William, a member of an elite Black family in D.C. that doesn't let just anyone in. The lives of both women will collide in an unexpected way as they forge their own paths.

"The House in the Pines" by Ana Reyes 

Maya witnessed her friend's sudden death in the woods seven years ago. Now, with nothing except a few hazy memories, she's determined to figure out what she saw, and who's behind it. The House In The Pines is proof that sometimes our past — and their secrets — don't stay dead.

"Tiny Beautiful Things" by Cheryl Strayed 

Life can feel like a dumpster fire sometimes which is why Tiny Beautiful Things feels like a soothing hug. If you love advice columns, you'll love the beautiful compilation of questions "Dear Sugar" answers within the pages as Clare sets out to offer advice while her own life falls apart. After you read the book, check out our interview with Sarah Pidgeon, who stars in the Hulu series!

"Little Fires Everywhere" by Celeste Ng 

New friends Mia and Elena are pitted against each other when everyone in town splits over a custody battle. Adapted into a mini-series on Hulu at the beginning of the pandemic, Little Fires Everywhere is a tale that shows everything isn't always what it seems, and there are always secrets to be discovered.

"Wrong Place, Wrong Time" by Gillian McAllister 

Wrong Place, Wrong Time is a novel that explores the lengths a mother is willing to take to prevent her son from doing something unspeakable. Will she be able to piece together clues in time or will all hope remain lost?

"Daisy Jones and The Six" by Taylor Jenkins Reid 

This titular novel turned Emmy award-nominated Amazon Prime series Daisy Jones & The Six explores the rise — and fall — of a legendary (and fictional) band.

"True Biz" by Sara Nović 

This heartwarming book about life at the River Valley School for the Deaf, and all of its students with completely different backgrounds, will make you laugh and cry with its beautiful depiction of human connection.

"The Club" by Ellery Lloyd 

If you've never liked hearing "How can you hate from outside the club? You can't even get in," you'll be glad you're not a part of this members-only society. The club has been pushed to its limit and everyone has something to hide.

"The Christie Affair" by Nina de Gramont 

Nan infiltrates Agatha Christie's home in 1925, intent on luring her husband away. There's something about love, affairs, and dark secrets that make for a good read, and you won't be able to get enough of this tale where things aren't always what they seem.

"Lucky" by Marissa Stapley 

"She's so lucky" ...or is she? Lucky redefines what it means to be honest when the titular character completes a million-dollar heist, and is left stranded by the very people who taught her how to scam.

"Sankofa" by Chibundu Onuzo 

When Anna learns the father she never knew is still alive, she travels to West Africa in search of answers. The tale of self-discovery through one's history, as well as the themes of home and belonging, is something we all long to understand at some point.

"L.A. Weather" by María Amparo Escandón 

Families can be complicated, and the Alvarados are no different. If you're looking for a little break from your own family dynamics, you'll get a kick out of reading along as they navigate evacuations, relationship problems, and their father's obsession with the Weather Channel.

"The Paper Palace" by Miranda Cowley Heller 

What happens when desire spills over and threatens to unravel everything two friends have built? The Paper Palace answers that as Elle must choose between continuing the life she has dedicated herself to and the life she never got to live.

"Seven Days in June" by Tia Williams 

When former lovers Eva and Shane reunite in the midst of their successful literary careers, they find that their chemistry is still as strong as it used to be. But, will the flame fizzle before their lingering questions are answered or will Eva choose vulnerability before Shane disappears again?

"The Last Thing He Told Me" by Laura Dave 

What would you do if your significant other disappeared without a trace, only leaving a cryptic note behind? In Hannah's case, she sets out on an unpredictable mission for answers — regardless of what lies ahead. After you read the book, check out our interview with Angourie Rice, who stars in the Apple TV+ series!

"The Sanatorium" by Sarah Pearse 

Le Sommet is a sanatorium-turned-luxury hotel in the Swiss Alps. Detective Elin arrives to celebrate her estranged brother Isaac's engagement to Laure, and her discomfort turns to all-out horror when Laure goes missing.

"You Have a Match" by Emma Lord 

DNA tests can reveal new information about our ancestry, but when Abby learns that she has an older sister — and that her older sister is an Instagram star — the women decide to meet up and get to the bottom of why their parents split them up in the first place.

"The Chicken Sisters" by KJ Dell'Antonia 

Nothing brings families together like food and age-old rivalries, something that sisters Amanda and Mae learn firsthand when they end up on opposite sides of a cooking competition. If you love hit TV series The Bear, you'll love The Chicken Sisters.

Other Stories On Reese Witherspoon's Book Club List

  • "Yellowface" by R.F. Kuang
  • "Cassandra in Reverse" by Holly Smale
  • "Did You Hear About Kitty Karr?" by Crystal Smith Paul
  • "The Nightingale" by Kristin Hannah
  • "The Marriage Portrait" by Maggie O'Farrell
  • "Our Missing Hearts" by Celeste Ng
  • "On The Rooftop" by Margaret Wilkerson Sexton
  • "Honey & Spice" by Bolu Babalola
  • "Counterfeit" by Kirstin Chen
  • "The Dictionary of Lost Words" by Pip Williams
  • "Anatomy" by Dana Schwartz
  • "Honor" by Thrity Umrigar
  • "The Island of Missing Trees" by Elif Shafak
  • "Within These Wicked Walls" by Lauren Blackwood
  • "We Were Never Here" by Andrea Bartz
  • "The Downstairs Girl" by Stacey Lee
  • "Tokyo Ever After" by Emiko Jean
  • "Northern Spy" by Flynn Berry
  • "Firekeeper's Daughter" by Angeline Boulley
  • "Infinite Country" by Patricia Engel
  • "Outlawed" by Anna North
  • "The Light in Hidden Places" by Sharon Cameron
  • "A Cuban Girl's Guide to Tea and Tomorrow" by Laura Taylor Namey
  • "Group" by Christie Tate
  • "Fable" by Adrienne Young
  • "His Only Wife" by Peace Medie Adzo
  • "Furia" by Yamile Saied Mendez
  • "The Last Story of Mina Lee" by Nancy Jooyoun Kim
  • "You Should See Me in a Crown" by Leah Johnson
  • "Everything Inside" by Edwidge Danticat
  • "I'm Still Here" by Austin Channing Brown
  • "The Guest List" by Lisa Foley
  • "The Henna Artist" by Alka Joshi
  • "UNTAMED" by Glennon Doyle
  • "The Jetsetters" by Amanda Eyre Ward
  • "The Scent Keeper" by Erica Bauermeister
  • "Such a Fun Age" by Kiley Reid
  • "Conviction" by Denise Mina
  • "The Giver of Stars" by Jojo Moye
  • "Fair Play" by Eve Rodsky
  • "The Secrets We Kept" by Lara Prescott
  • "The Last House Guest" by Megan Miranda
  • "Whisper Network" by Chandler Baker
  • "The Cactus" by Sarah Haywood
  • "From Scratch" by Tembi Locke
  • "The Night Tiger" by Yangsze Choo
  • "The Proposal" by Jasmine Guillory
  • "The Library Book" by Susan Orlean
  • "One Day in December" by Josie Silver
  • "The Other Woman" by Sandie Jones
  • "This Is How It Always Is" by Laurie Frankel
  • "Still Lives" by Maria Hummel
  • "Next Year in Havana" by Chanel Cleeton
  • "Something in the Water" by Catherine Steadman
  • "You Think It, I'll Say It" by Curtis Sittenfeld
  • "Happiness" by Heather Harpham
  • "Erotic Stories For Punjabi Widows" by Balli Kaur Jaswal
  • "The Light We Lost" by Jill Santopolo
  • "Braving the Wilderness" by Brené Brown
  • "The Last Mrs. Parrish" by Liv Constantine
  • "The Is the Story of a Happy Marriage" by Ann Patchett
  • “The Rules of Magic” by Alice Hoffman
  • "The Lying Game" by Ruth Ware
  • "The Alice Network" by Kate Quinn
  • "Eleanor Oliphant is Completely Fine" by Gail Honeyman

Whether you want to challenge yourself to read a book every couple of days like Reese or choose a few books to get you through the summer, I'm sure you'll find titles to add to your growing library. I already have my eyes on Where The Crawdads Sing by Delia Owens and The Club by Ellery Lloyd!

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Dua Lipa's "Dance The Night" Almost Didn't Make It In The Barbie Movie

The Barbie movie premiered on July 21, 2023 and as self-proclaimed movie fanatics and lovers of all things pink, we absolutely loved it. As predicted, Barbie was the movie of the summer, if not the movie of the year. We've been counting down the days until we're able to see it on streaming but now it looks like we'll be able to see it in theaters again. Here's everything we know!

Who's on Barbie: The Album?

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Nicki Minaj and Ice Spice's "Barbie World" featuring Aqua (the OG singer) is one of the songs on Barbie the Album that we can't get enough of. Two queens coming together to support the new movie's iconic soundtrack is the *best* way we could've imagined spending the summer.

Pop icon Dua Lipa is also bringing her talents to the film's soundtrack in addition to acting in the movie. In a teaser video she posted, we got a brief cameo of Dua stepping out of her pink heels, Barbie-style, as well as a close-up shot of her blowing a kiss to the camera, already starting the buzz. We love the *totally* disco vibe from her track. Although she revealed on The Tonight Show With Jimmy Fallon that her hit song "Dance The Night Away" almost didn't make it on the soundtrack. At least, not the version we know.

"It's all about Barbie's [best] day ever, and then she starts having an existential crisis and she starts thinking about death," Dua Lipa tells Jimmy. "It's like 'Okay, how do we create a song that encapsulates a really fun disco party but at the same time has these underlying, shaky feelings?'"

Dua Lipa and her collaborator Mark Ronson started leaning into those shaky feelings and that turmoil, but realized it didn't fit the scene the way they intended. They ended up writing "Dance The Night Away" like a score, basing some of the lyrics off the movements of the actors and creating a song that meshed well with the story the cast was already telling. "It was unlike anything I'd done before!" Dua says.

The rest of the lineup for Barbie The Album(available to buy on vinyl, CD, and even cassette tape)was announced on May 25 and includes names like Lizzo, Nicki Minaj, Ice Spice, and *even* Ryan Gosling! Here's the artists involved:

  • Ava Max
  • Charli XCX
  • Dominic Fike
  • Dua Lipa
  • FIFTY FIFTY
  • GAYLE
  • HAIM
  • Ice Spice
  • Kali
  • KAROL G
  • Khalid
  • Lizzo
  • Nicki Minaj
  • Pink Pantheress
  • Ryan Gosling
  • Tame Impala
  • The Kid LAROI
  • Billie Eilish

What awards is Barbie up for?

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Barbie is up for a few Grammys and Oscars (which you can read about below), and on November 27, Margot Robbie and Greta Gerwig attended the Gotham Awards in New York City. Margot wore another Barbie-inspired outfit with a black ensemble inspired by 1964's Black Magic Barbie, and my first question is where *I* can get a cape like this!

At the awards show, Greta won an Icon & Creator Tribute, while Ryan Gosling was nominated for Supporting Performance.

What songs from Barbie got a 2024 Grammy nomination?

(L) SCOTT EVANS as Ken, (L-center) RYAN GOSLING as Ken, (center bg) KINGSLEY BEN-ADIR as Ken, (r-center) SIMU LIU as Ken, and (R) NCUTI GATWA as Ken in Warner Bros. Pictures’ “BARBIE,” a Warner Bros. Pictures release. Image via Warner Bros Pictures.

Barbie received an incredible number of Grammy nominations this year. "Dance the Night" by Dua Lipa and "What Was I Made For?" were both nominated for Song of the Year, and "What Was I Made For?" was also nominated for Record of the Year. Ryan Gosling's "I'm Just Ken" is nominated for Best Song Written for Visual Media, and "Barbie World" by Nicki Minaj and Ice Spice Featuring Aqua is nominated for Best Rap Song. "Barbie" has also been nominated for Best Score Soundtrack for Visual Media (Includes Film and Televison)!

Is Barbie eligible for Oscars?

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(L-r) RYAN GOSLING and MARGOT ROBBIE on the set of Warner Bros. Pictures’ “BARBIE,” a Warner Bros. Pictures release.

According to EW, it looks like Barbie could be nominated for nine Academy Awards this season. Given the reception by critics and fans alike, we're feeling confident that the movie will take home at least one Oscar (if not more), but there are so many amazing films this year we don't know what the awards show will look like! Here's every category Barbie could be nominated in:

  • Best Picture
  • Best Director for Greta Gerwig
  • Best Lead Actress for Margot Robbie
  • Best Supporting Actor for Ryan Gosling
  • Best Original Screenplay
  • Best Original Song for Billie Eilish and Finneas' "What Was I Made For?"
  • Best Production Design
  • Best Costume Design
  • Best Makeup and Hairstyling

Who wrote the song What Was I Made For?

(L-r) RHEA PERLMAN as Ruth Handler and MARGOT ROBBIE as Barbie in Warner Bros. Pictures’ “BARBIE,” a Warner Bros. Pictures release. Image via Lara Cornell/Warner Bros.

Billie Eilish and her brother Finneas O'Connell wrote "What Was I Made For?" for the Barbie soundtrack. Director Greta Gerwig told the duo, viaThe LA Times, that she wanted "Barbie’s heart song — the song that is deep inside her core that she doesn’t even completely know is there but that she starts to hear more clearly throughout the film.”

The song became my personal favorite on Barbie the Album, and spawned a viral TikTok trend celebrating the beautiful, messy parts of womanhood. “It was so moving, dude. It was so, so touching,” Billie tells Variety about the trend. “I feel like I helped bring people together, and it felt so special. I wasn’t expecting to have women around the world feel connected.”

Margot Robbie's Best Looks For The Barbie Movie Press Tour

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BARBIE - LA PRESS JUNKET PHOTO CALL JUNE 25, 2023 - Actor/Producer Margot Robbie attends the BARBIE Press Junket Photo Call at the Four Seasons Hotel in Beverly Hills, CA

For the press junket at the end of June, Robbie wore a retro ensemble complete with beachy polka dots and classy pointed-toe heels.

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BARBIE - SYDNEY PHOTO CALL - JUNE 29, 2023

The throwbacks continued with this outfit inspired by Barbie's very first look. Can we grab a pair of those sunnies, too?

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BARBIE - SYDNEY FAN EVENT - JUNE 30, 2023

The Barbie actress played with texture and shades by mixing a darker metallic with a pastel knit and we're obsessed.

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Margot Robbie attends the "Barbie" Celebration Party at Museum of Contemporary Art on June 30, 2023 in Sydney, Australia.

Margot Robbie ended the night in a shimmery Versace look that just screams summer.

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BARBIE - SEOUL FAN EVENT - JULY 2, 2023 - Margot Robbie attends a Fan Event in Seoul, Korea.

This Barbie is sophisticated. Complete with a tiny bag, old school phone, and chiffon scarf.

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BARBIE - SEOUL FAN EVENT - JULY 2, 2023 - America Ferrera, Director/Writer Greta Gerwig and Margot Robbie attend a Fan Event in Seoul, Korea.

For Margot Robbie's 33rd birthday, she wore a Barbie pink dress continuing her earlier texture and shade mixing with tulle layers and accessories.

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Margot Robbie poses during the pink carpet for 'Barbie' at Plaza Parque Toreo on July 06, 2023 in Naucalpan de Juarez, Mexico.

We're totally here for the 80s beach waves and mesh top.

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Margot Robbie poses during the photocall for the film 'Barbie' at Four Seasons Hotel Mexico City on July 07, 2023 in Mexico City, Mexico.

The beach waves got even more of an 80s update with a multicolored dress and neon accessories. Dopamine dressing at its finest!

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LOS ANGELES WORLD PREMIERE - JULY 9, 2023 - Margot Robbie and Ryan Gosling attend the World Premiere of BARBIE at the Shrine Auditorium in Los Angeles, CA.

In another replica of a Barbie doll outfit, Margot looked incredible at the L.A. world premiere of the movie. We loved the choice to switch things up and wear black!

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Margot Robbie at the London photocall for Barbie.

This Barbie is all business at the London photo call! A fun print and oversized heels keep things playful.

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Margot Robbie and Ryan Gosling at the London premiere of Barbie.

We're obsessed with the seafoam + pale pink pairing here. Everything about this look screams sophistication, and we hope Margot's neckline never goes out of style (it's our current fave).

When is Barbie coming to IMAX?

(L-r) EMMA MACKEY as Barbie, NCUTI GATWA as Ken, SIMU LIU as Ken, MARGOT ROBBIE as Barbie, RYAN GOSLING as Ken and KINGSLEY BEN-ADIR as Ken in Warner Bros. Pictures’ “BARBIE,” a Warner Bros. Pictures release. Image via Warner Bros.

The Barbie movie came back to theaters for one week starting September 22. But there's more! Not only did we get to see the entirety of the film (including that one detail in the Barbie ending we totally missed the first time) but there was also brand new post-credit footage that Greta Gerwig handpicked herself!

“We made Barbie for the big screen, so it’s a thrill to be able to bring it to IMAX, the biggest screen of all,” Gerwig says in a statement. “As a special thanks to Barbie fans, we’re excited to share a little bit more of our cast and crew’s incredible work by adding special new footage we hope audiences will enjoy.”

When Does The Barbie Movie Come Out?

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MARGOT ROBBIE as Barbie in Warner Bros. Pictures’ “BARBIE,” a Warner Bros. Pictures release.

The film premiered in theaters on July 21, 2023 (we were the ones dressed in all pink). We're finally going to be able to stream Barbie from the comfort of our own home on September 5, 2023. You can pre-order it on Amazon for $25 right now, but (according to People) it also might hit Max as early as late September.

First Look Images From The Film

(L-r) MARGOT ROBBIE as Barbie and RYAN GOSLING as Ken and in Warner Bros. Pictures’ “BARBIE,” a Warner Bros. Pictures release. Image via Dale Robinette/Warner Bros.

Barbie costume designer Jacqueline Durran talked to British Vogue about her work on the film, as well as the fact they only had 11 weeks (!!) to make all of the costumes.

“Barbie is a very useful way to look at different ideas of femininity: what that means, who owns it, and who it’s aimed at,” Durran says in the interview. Some of Margot Robbie's looks are sassy (like her cowgirl outfit) and some are sweet (like her gingham dress), but all of them play a larger role in the film.

"One aspect of the film is self-discovery," Durran continues. "We were able to choose elements of Barbie fashion that were appropriate for those scenes that also gave a subtle nod to her internal journey.”

Watch The Main Trailer For The Barbie Movie

(L-r) RYAN GOSLING as Ken and MARGOT ROBBIE as Barbie in Warner Bros. Pictures’ “BARBIE,” a Warner Bros. Pictures release. Image via Warner Bros.

After realizing that her dream life isn't quite as dreamy as she thought, Barbie sets off — roller blades and Ken in tow — to learn "the truth about the universe."

Check Out The New Posters For The Barbie Movie

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Alongside leading lady Margot Robbie, Emma Mackey from Sex Education and Emerald Fennell from The Crown star.

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Ryan Gosling, Insecure's Issa Rae, Tick Tick Boom!'s Alexandra Shipp, Shang-Chi's Simu Liu, and Bridgerton's Nicola Coughlan shine!

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We've loved America Ferrera since The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants, and we're over the moon to see her in the Barbie movie! Plus Helen Mirren, Will Ferrell, and Ariana Greenblatt?! Whew. What a cast list.

Watch The Barbie Teaser Trailer Here

MARGOT ROBBIE as Barbie in Warner Bros. Pictures’ “BARBIE,” a Warner Bros. Pictures release. Image via Warner Bros.

The first thing we're thinking after watching this trailer is how much the actors really do look like Barbie dolls! The costuming might just become one of our favorite things about the film (not to mention the iconic opening sequence à la 2001: A Space Odyssey).

What Is The Barbie Movie About?

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A lot of previous Barbie movies place the iconic doll in fairy tales or navigating high school, but the Greta Gerwig film (which premiered July 21, 2023) takes a whole new approach. The plot focuses on Margot Robbie's Barbie, who gets expelled from Barbieland and goes off to explore the real world.

Who's Composing The Score For The Barbie Movie?

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Mark Ronson and Andrew Wyatt composed the score for the Barbie movie.

What's The Big Deal About This Barbie Movie?

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MARGOT ROBBIE as Barbie in Warner Bros. Pictures’ “BARBIE,” a Warner Bros. Pictures release.

In a 2021 interview with British Vogue, Robbie says that while playing Barbie comes with both baggage and nostalgia, "people generally hear ‘Barbie’ and think, ‘I know what that movie is going to be,’ and then they hear that Greta Gerwig is writing and directing it, and they’re like, ‘Oh, well, maybe I don’t...’”

Finding a way to balance adulthood with finding comfort in the things from our childhood (a champagne brunch at the American Girl store anyone?), there's something to be said for getting in touch with your inner child.

In a July interview with Ebony, Issa Rae (who plays President Barbie in the film) talks about the impact that the dolls had on her childhood.

“It was another step on the ladder of my journey with my racial identity, just because I saw how passionate my parents were about me playing with Black Barbies, though I didn’t know it was that serious,” she says. “I was just there trying to make scenes with my Barbies. And I think in some ways, that was my first foray into storytelling and directing.”

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