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A Curated Guide Of The 9 Trends You Need In Rotation This Winter
With endless options and styles to sort through when shopping online, it's easy to feel anxious and overwhelmed searching for the perfect additions to complete your winter wardrobe. What's helpful when on the hunt for new pieces is knowing what you want and where to find it. While fashion is all about comfort and versatility these days, stylish must-haves that can be mixed and matched for a well-balanced look is high on the list of priorities.
For effortless style this winter, there are a handful of trends that are easy to rotate all-season long. As we are turning towards all things versatile in nature these days, below you'll find a range of classic pieces to be easily styled as a blank canvas to build on a unique personal and signature look.
Keep scrolling to find a curated list of head-to-toe essentials you'll absolutely need to get through the winter.
Running Shoes
Running shoes are slowly on the rise taking over the coveted chunky dad sneaker we've grown so accustomed to when scrolling through our Instagram feeds. Super casual and lightweight, these sleek active sneakers are perfect to transition from morning workout to afternoon errands with ease. Pair with leggings and chunky socks for an effortlessly chic retro active look.
Colored Leggings
Every fall I stock up on my favorite high-waist cotton leggings, except this year I'm prioritizing more variety shopping for colors other than my black and light gray go-to's. I love finding creative ways to keep it casual, mixing and matching these cold weather basics as comfort continues to be a major priority within our daily lives. Investing in quality leggings for full coverage and support in all the right areas will be your best purchase of the year.
Matching Knits
Matching sets have been in high-demand since the beginning of the on-again off-again stay-at-home orders. While I never gave much thought to my at-home style prior to the recent pandemic, it's refreshing to see chic and cozy attire that makes us feel good even if binge-watching Netflix from the couch. Pair this set with cozy slippers and a cup of hot cocoa for a comfy night in.
Puffer Coat
My favorite throwback trend from the 90's, the puffer coat is a must-have for everyone. Super comfortable, soft and oversized, it's the closest we'll get to staying in bed all day while we accomplish what needs to be done in the outside world. Perfect as an everyday coat, make it high fashion with a cute and casual cold weather look.
Active Sets
While uncertainty remains and our gym memberships are on hold, activewearis still on our radar for must-haves this season. With so many styles and colors to shop, active sets are more stylish than ever before. Whether working out at home or appearing as though you did, this top to bottom set is fit to wear all day long.
Chunky Boots
We've all acquired our fair share of boots over the years but of course there's always room for more. Platform soles not only elevate to new heights but this trend also adds a high fashion element to a classic combat boot style. If you are looking to step your shoe game up this season, a chunky boot hits different.
Vest
The chances of you already owning a vest may be slim in 2020, however, I am convinced this is one of the best layering pieces to add to your wardrobe this fall no matter your personal style. As there are a ton of options from knit to leather vest on trend this time of year, pair with weather appropriate bottoms and a long-sleeve button-up for an effortless cozy chic look.
Tote Bag
A classic bag that stands the test of time, tote bags are seeing a major resurgence within the fashion world. Whether micro, medium or large, there is a bag for everyone's needs or lack thereof. For a stylish designer option, Brandon Blackwood is known for functionality, practicality and styles that make a statement. Dress this tote up or down for a casual stroll or girls night out.
Long-Sleeve Button-Down
White button-downs are essential to every woman's wardrobe. Standing alone or the foundation of a layered look, this classic top is effortlessly stylish and extremely versatile. Styled numerous ways and paired flawlessly with just about anything, this is one wardrobe staple not to be slept on.
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How This New Bond Repair Line Transformed One Mother's Postpartum Shedding Into The Ultimate Curl Comeback
This article is in partnership with SheaMoisture
For Crystal Obasanya, her wash day woes came shortly after her son did. The beauty and lifestyle content creator had been natural for years, but during postpartum, she quickly learned about one reality many mothers can relate to experiencing: postpartum hair loss. “Sis had thinning hair. Sis had split ends,” she shared about her hair changes in a Reel via xoNecole.
Over a year into her postpartum journey, Crystal explained she also had dry, brittle hair, noting that keeping it hydrated before pregnancy had already been “a task.” The 4C natural recalled going from thick hair during pregnancy to a thin hairline due to postpartum shedding as “devastating.” When it came to strengthening and revitalizing her hair, the new SheaMoisture Bond Repair Collection was just the thing she needed to elevate her damaged coils to revive and thrive status and get them poppin' again.
SheaMoisture is providing us with the cheat code for transforming dry and damaged strands into thriving and deeply nourished crowns. By unveiling their 4-step hair system, the SheaMoisture Bond Repair Collection is equipping you with the tools to reverse signs of hair damage caused by protective styling, heat, and color and is uniquely formulated for Type 3 and 4 hair textures.
The haircare system revives damaged natural hair by repairing and rebuilding broken hair bonds through a game-changing combination of HydroPlex Technology and AminoBlend Complex, a unique blend of fortifying amino acids formulated specifically for curly and coily hair. Scientifically proven to reduce breakage by 84% and make your hair six times stronger (vs. non-conditioning shampoo), the collection infuses your hair with the nourishment it craves and the strength it deserves.
All five products of the SheaMoisture Bond Collection are infused with natural strengthening ingredients like Amla Oil and fair-trade shea butter. The collection consists of the 4-step breakage-fighting Bond Repair system, as well as the Bonding Oil.
“When trying it out, I quickly noticed that my hair felt revived and renewed, and my curls were so hydrated,” Crystal said while using the Amla-infused Bond Repair Leave-In Conditioner. “I also felt my hair strands were stronger.” So much so that the influencer felt brave enough to get her hair braided shortly thereafter. “I can definitely say that I will be keeping it in my hair wash routine,” she added in the caption of her Reel about her positive experience using the products.
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The Bond Repair Collection Shampoo is the first step in the 4-step Bond Repair system, all of which are powered by the uniquely formulated AminoBlend, and HydroPlex, SheaMoisture’s technology that rebuilds hair strength at its core.
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Tailored to repair styling damage, this creamy conditioner locks in 12x more moisture than standard non-conditioning shampoos, boosting damaged hair strength by 1.5x with significantly less breakage. The creamy SheaMoisture Bond Repair Collection Conditioner deeply hydrates, enhances manageability, and leaves your hair looking healthier and shinier.
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This Ultra Moisturizing reparative masque is a moisture-rich game-changer for those dealing with the aftermath of hair damage caused by styling. The SheaMoisture Bond Repair Collection Masque delivers 13 times more moisture compared to non-conditioning shampoos, ensuring your hair feels nourished and soft. Designed to repair and rejuvenate, this masque significantly strengthens damaged hair — making it twice as strong while reducing breakage.
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Elevate your curl game with SheaMoisture’s Bond Repair Collection Leave-In Conditioner. Lightweight and hydrating, the Bond Repair Leave-In Conditioner provides 12x more moisture than non-conditioning shampoos and tames frizz with 24-hour humidity control. Designed to define curls and coils, the leave-in conditioner enhances softness and shine allowing you to detangle effortlessly.
Bonding Oil
The SheaMoisture Bond Repair Collection Bonding Oil is a multitasking all-in-one formula that acts as a heat protectant and provides the hair with moisture, strength, shine, damage protection, and intense nourishment. This lightweight oil not only offers 24-hour frizz and humidity control but also fortifies your tresses, making them up to 5 times stronger with significantly less breakage.
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Shaunie Henderson On Being A Nontraditional Pastor Wife
Shaunie Henderson, the creator and executive producer of Basketball Wives, redefines traditional expectations as a pastor's spouse and first lady of The Lighthouse Church.
The star's journey began with a whirlwind romance with Pastor Keion Henderson in 2020, which led to their marriage years later. Since then, Shaunie has embraced many typical first lady roles, including supporting her husband, engaging in ministry responsibilities, providing spiritual leadership, and conducting community outreach.
Yet, the 49-year-old's background sets her apart from other first ladies. Shaunie brings a unique perspective as a public figure, which stems from her previous marriage to NBA star Shaquille O'Neal and her experience in reality television.
In an interview with xoNecole, while promoting her memoir Undefeated, the Basketball Wives creator discussed what being a first lady means to her and how she has lived her life non-traditionally.
When asked if she had always been nontraditional, Shaunie revealed that throughout her life, she has made it her mission to better herself by learning from experiences and breaking harmful cycles.
Shaunie Henderson and Pastor Keion Henderson
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“I think that's just who I am. I can’t say I intentionally go against the grain. In the book, I talk about things from my childhood, like my dad being late all the time. I was totally opposite with my kids when they were in school. I was always there early. My mother is not affectionate, and she doesn't verbally say, ‘I love you,’ but she does things to let you know. That's the way she shows her love,” she said when describing her relationship with her parents.
“But because I missed that 'I love you' and hugging and kissing, I do that with my kids. I try to always give what I needed myself. There were basketball wives who weren’t very nice to me, so I went out of my way to make sure that once I was a wife that I didn't treat anybody else like that. No one was going to feel like that on my watch.”
Toward the end of the conversation, when discussing her first lady responsibilities and the pressures of upholding that image, the mother of five explained she isn't too hard on herself to fit the mold, given her significantly different background from most first ladies and her relatively new role.
“As far as being first lady, now, I'm not knocking how any first ladies decide to operate but I just knew that the idea of what that usually is was not me. And, to be honest, rightfully so. I'm probably the only first lady that created a reality show that has been on television since 2010. My life is not remotely close to that of most first ladies. We've experienced completely different things. Most of them have been pastor’s wives for a long time, this is all new for me. I come with an entirely different journey; that wouldn’t lend itself to being a traditional first lady,” she stated.
Shaunie's nontraditional approach appears to work in her favor, as she has been welcomed with open arms just as she is.
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