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The 6 Dress Trends Already Defining Summer 2026 Style

They're easy, breezy, and—most importantly—will make your life a lot less complicated on 90-degree days.

Beauty

Summer’s Sweetest Perfume Trend Is Quite Literally B-A-N-A-N-A-S

And the 'Marie Claire' team has split opinions.

Meet My Favorite K-Beauty Anti-Aging Product

Skincare innovation at its finest.

By Marisa Petrarca Last updated 21 May 26
Sound the Alarm—Dermstore's Summer Sale Is in Full Swing

My favorite luxury skincare, hair, and makeup products are all majorly discounted.

By Olivia Truffaut-Wong Last updated 21 May 26
I'm Channeling a '90s French Mani Vibe for My Summer Nail Inspo

Booking an appointment ASAP.

By Jamie Wilson Last updated 21 May 26

Fashion

Marion Cotillard wore a naked Chanel dress to the 2026 Cannes Film Festival

The Cannes Dress Code Doesn't Apply to Marion Cotillard's Chanel Gown

She's making her own rules.

The Nordstrom Sale Finds Helping Me Channel an Italian Summer Back in New York

Including lots of sundresses, chic sandals, and breezy separates.

By Brooke Knappenberger Published 21 May 26
Katie Holmes Found the Perfect Trend for Prima Ballerina Energy

This combination deserves center-stage treatment.

By Meguire Hennes Published 21 May 26
My Mom and I Agree: These Nordstrom Deals Are Worth It

She's never steered me wrong.

By Julia Marzovilla Published 21 May 26

In The Issue

Sarah Pidgeon Steps Into the Spotlight

When the actress signed on to play Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy, she had a feeling it would change her career. But when filming for 'Love Story' began and the parallels to her main character appeared—the obsessive, sometimes critical, takes from fans, the incessant flock of paparazzi—it illuminated what she didn’t want from fame.

52 Brands Who Put Craftsmanship at the Center of Everything They Do

From legendary luxury houses to emerging labels.
We Asked 'Marie Claire' Readers to Vote on Their Favorite Beauty Products—These 57 Came Out on Top

The most beloved beauty products of the year.
No Place Like The Row

It's shaped countless microtrends and endless discourse on access, exclusivity, and quality in fashion. Insiders explain exactly how the company did it—and what might come next.

Peak Priyanka

The global superstar has seemingly done it all. Priyanka Chopra Jonas on where you go after you've reached the top.
Is Tilly Norwood the Most Dangerous “Actress” in Hollywood?

Her rise is forcing the industry to confront who gets replaced and who gets protected.
Nancy Pelosi’s Parting Message to Women in This Political “Freak Show”

The first woman Speaker gets candid about her decades in power and what she’s leaving behind.

Style At Large

Brooke Ely Danielson wearing kitten heels

I Once Lived and Died by a Sky-High Heel—Now I'm All In on This Accessible Version

Don't underestimate it.

These Lightweight $75 Sneakers Will Anchor My Outfits All the Way Through to Winter

They lend credibility to even the most thrown-together look.

By Brooke Ely Danielson Published 19 May 26
This $8 Old Navy Tank Top Is My Summer Superhero

From my go-to work uniform to a Carrie Bradshaw-inspired combo.

By Tyler McCall Published 19 May 26
The Butter Yellow Trend Has Captured My Neutrals-Loving Heart

Here's how I'm styling it for the season.

By Christie Tyler Published 18 May 26

Nice Talk

Ego Nwodim on the Power of Not Making Everything About Yourself

"Just because people will give me a microphone now and allow me to show up and talk doesn't mean I need to," the former 'SNL' star says.

Poet Cleo Wade's "One Piece of Advice" for Becoming Your Own Boss

The author had a motivating and life-changing thought when she decided to pursue her poetry career.

By Lia Beck Published 14 May 26
WNBA Players Rickea Jackson and Kiki Iriafen on the Mental Prep That Powers Their Game

The pro ballers and Skechers ambassadors agree that the right mindset changes everything.

By Lia Beck Published 7 May 26
The Money Habit Everyone Should Start Today, According to Mrs. Dow Jones

Financial expert Haley Sacks—aka Mrs. Dow Jones—chats "money dates" and other tips on the "Nice Talk" podcast.

By Lia Beck Published 30 April 26

Politics

Congresswomen Bonnie Watson Coleman, Ilhan Omar, Pramila Jayapal, LaMonica McIver, Nancy Pelosi, Jasmine Crockett, and Yvette Clarke, Sara Jacobs, Jahana Hayes, Ayanna Pressley, Emilia Sykes, and AOC.

The Congresswomen’s Pact

For the first time, twelve congresswomen reveal how they’re banding together after the Trump administration came for one of their own: Rep. LaMonica McIver.

Why King Charles "Took the Bull by the Horns" in U.S.

"Trump has shown nothing but contempt for the alliance..."

By Amy Mackelden Published 3 May 26
Donald Trump Tells Royal Author His Verdict on State Visit

The president opened up about "great guy" King Charles to biographer Robert Hardman.

By Kristin Contino Published 1 May 26
Melania Trump Sent a Personal Message to Princess Kate During State Visit

The First Lady has a particular fondness for the Princess of Wales.

By Kristin Contino Published 1 May 26

Money & Career

Prince Philip smirks while wearing his military uniform

Prince Philip Said "Everything Crumbles" Without Work

"Harry had previously spoken to his grandfather about death..."

Retail Therapy

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These Summer Trends Are the Ultimate Good-Taste Signifiers

This season spotlights the low-effort statement—pieces that do a lot with very little.

I Had My Jawline Remodeled During My Lunch Break and It Looks Like I Had a Lower Facelift

20 minutes. No downtime. No anesthesia.
Does the "World’s Worst Weed" Carry the Secret to Holistic Hair Removal?

According to research, it just might.
My Secret to French-Girl Skin? These Parisian Pharmacy Staples

Bonus: Almost all are available stateside.

Meet the Designer Perfume That Has Strangers Stopping Me on the Street

Multiple times a day.
I'm Ditching the Classic French Manicure for This Red Hot Design

My winter nails have never looked better.
5 Fashion Week Outfits I’d Wear All Year

Streamlined uniforms that get the job done.

Travel

Princess Kate Stayed At This “Discreet” Villa In Italy With A “Special Connection” To Her Past

As a passionate art history aficionado, the Princess of Wales would have deeply appreciated the murals, frescoes, and architectural details.

By Christine Ross Published 20 May 26
'Perfect Match' Season 4 Provides a Full Itinerary for Your Next Trip to Tulum

Netflix reality hit hosts a chaotic game of love in the perfect tropical destination.

By Quinci LeGardye Last updated 14 May 26

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Celebrity

The Cannes Dress Code Doesn't Apply to Marion Cotillard's Chanel Gown

She's making her own rules.

Former Royal Butler Says the Royal Family Loves Taking “Boring” Vacations

"They’re creatures of habit, they don't change."

By Kristin Contino Published 21 May 26
Why Eagle-Eyed Fans Think DeMari Davis and Marissa George From 'Perfect Match' Are Still Together

The 'Love Is Blind' and 'Too Hot to Handle' alums were a day-one connection on the Netflix reality show.

By Radhika Menon Last updated 21 May 26
Ex-Prince Andrew Refused to Visit Less “Sophisticated Countries” in Trade Envoy Role

The letters also show Queen Elizabeth's "keen" stance on her son's position.

By Kristin Contino Published 21 May 26

Culture

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15 New Romance Novels to Add to Your TBR List If You Love Love (And Spice)

Beloved authors like B.K. Borison, Beth O'Leary, and Carley Fortune all released new must-reads this year.

Why Eagle-Eyed Fans Think DeMari Davis and Marissa George From 'Perfect Match' Are Still Together

The 'Love Is Blind' and 'Too Hot to Handle' alums were a day-one connection on the Netflix reality show.

By Radhika Menon Last updated 21 May 26
Emily Must've Accepted Gabriel's Invitation Because 'Emily in Paris' Is Now Filming Season 6 in Greece(!)

Here's everything we know about the show's final installment.

By Olivia Truffaut-Wong Last updated 21 May 26
Ego Nwodim on the Power of Not Making Everything About Yourself

"Just because people will give me a microphone now and allow me to show up and talk doesn't mean I need to," the former 'SNL' star says.

By Lia Beck Published 21 May 26

From the archives

Finding Wonder in Textile Waste

Cliché but true: One man's trash is another man's treasure.

"I'm Suturing Her and Hearing the Firing"

'Marie Claire' reports on one of the most dangerous places in the world to be pregnant right now.
Roommates After 50

Middle age can be a time of huge change: career shifts, empty nests, relationship transformations. For some, sharing a space with a housemate can be a welcome salve.
The 700-Mile Journey to Get an Abortion

As states continue to enact legislation that restricts access to reproductive healthcare, a network of pilots is flying people across the country to get the services they need.

You’ve Probably Never Heard of My "Invisible Disability"

Developmental coordination disorder (DCD) can make daily life a struggle. So why isn’t it better known?
Of Murder and Motherhood

Their children are gone, but these women are united in their fight for justice and answers.
Little Shop of Horrors

Slick Instagram ads promised the perfect figure at a great price. But for these women, their Brazilian Butt Lift dreams turned into a life-threatening nightmare.

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