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For those of us who grew up alongside Rory and dreamed of living a simple life in Stars Hollow, Gilmore Girls is more than just a TV show. It’s the perfect self-care companion during a relaxing night at home, a comfort when we’re feeling down, and a way to reminisce about our childhoods. Although the show came to an official close with Gilmore Girls: A Year in the Life in 2016, I’ll be revisiting Stars Hollow for as long as the show is available to stream (consider that a warning, Netflix). As with any TV show I love, I’ve spent more time than I’d like to admit wondering about the zodiac signs of the characters in the Gilmore Girls -verse . What makes Jess so secretive and Lorelai so talkative (seriously, at times it just feels like we’re listening to a never-ending stream of her consciousness)? Luckily for you, I’ve been analyzing this for years and you don’t have to wonder any longer. Continue on to find out which Gilmore Girls character you are based on your zodiac sign .  ...

So you worked hard to build up a consistent workout schedule and moving your body feels like a habit, rather than a chore. But then a vacation or holiday weekend comes along and you not only feel sluggish and low energy, but it’s a struggle to get back into your workout habit when life goes back to normal. Sound familiar? I f you’ve come back from a trip feeling worse than when you left, you’re not alone. Luckily, there’s a simple solution to the vacation conundrum: Don’t break the habit of a workout routine , even during an all-inclusive getaway or long summer weekend. Now, we would never recommend foregoing late-night margaritas in favor of an early morning workout or spending an hour of precious vacation time to get in your regular sweat sesh. The #1 purpose of a vacation is to relax and (most importantly) enjoy your life. Vacation workouts don’t need to be long, intense, or even consistent with your regular training plan, but they can help to keep your mood boosted, your body feel...

When I was a kid, I had  tons  of hobbies. Any free time I could get was spent on activities like reading, drawing, scrapbooking, weaving friendship bracelets, writing stories, and taking dance classes. Some of these hobbies were more long-lived than others (I continued dancing into college but quit making friendship bracelets after a summer or two), but I loved them all. Now, if you were to ask me what my hobbies are, I’d probably stare blankly at you for a minute before blurting out something mundane like sleeping. The thing is, it’s hard to find hobbies as an adult and even harder to make time for them .  In Partnership With / Our Favorite Brands Enter to Win Our Summer Sweepstakes! win over $3,100+ in vacation-inspired prizes Click to Enter Amid all the responsibilities that come with being an adult (see: working, paying bills, feeding oneself), it can feel impossible to also fit in activities that are just for fun. But what you do with your time outside o...

Our team is known for being chronic over-packers. Despite many of our editors being self-proclaimed minimalists, they also have a lot to say about their luggage always being over 50 pounds. I’ve come close, but that’s never happened to me. This launched into a whole discussion in which I experienced a massive bout of imposter syndrome as I almost exclusively travel with a carry-on . How on Earth can I possibly be a Beauty Editor who manages to travel with a carry-on? Should I change professions?  In Partnership With / Our Favorite Brands Enter to Win Our Summer Sweepstakes! win over $3,100+ in vacation-inspired prizes Click to Enter Nope, I’ve just learned how to pack beauty products in the absolute most efficient way. (I get to keep my job!). Packing beauty products in a travel bag in a way that won’t make TSA hate you is a challenge I’ve managed to defeat. I love products, and I refuse to live without my 10-step skincare routine just because I’m traveling. Heck, I ne...

If you’ve been following The Everygirl, you know we’re not about restricting any foods or labeling them as “good” or “bad.” And alcohol is no exception. We’re not ones to pass up happy hour or popping champagne, but there is one caveat (sorry to be the bearer of bad news): You can have too much of a good thing. Having one too many margaritas poolside or mimosas at brunch can leave you with more than just a bad hangover—your long-term health can pay the price. But wait, there’s good news: I tapped into the expertise of health pros to get their tips so if you’re going to drink alcohol, you can do it mindfully in the healthiest possible way for your body. Pop some bubbly and read on for expert health tips.  In Partnership With / Our Favorite Brands Enter to Win Our Summer Sweepstakes! win over $3,100+ in vacation-inspired prizes Click to Enter   What is considered drinking in moderation? Finding a happy medium is not as hard as you may think. Jordan Dorn, a holisti...

Being rejected by someone you like can make you feel angry, resentful, or painfully self-conscious, questioning whether you’re worthy of love (spoiler alert: you are). But while being rejected is a bitter pill to swallow, doing the rejection is equally lousy. After all, most people don’t enjoy hurting other people’s feelings. In truth, it’s a lose-lose situation all around. Although rejecting someone is one of the most awkward situations in dating, it’s sadly something that can’t be avoided. But the good news is that there are actually ways to reject someone nicely—and we’re sharing 8 tips on how to do just that. In Partnership With / Our Favorite Brands Enter to Win Our Summer Sweepstakes! win over $3,100+ in vacation-inspired prizes Click to Enter   How to Let Someone Down Easy   1. Don’t prolong the inevitable Let’s be real: There’s never a great time to break up with someone. But dragging things out is incredibly cruel and unfair. So if you know something ...

If you know me, you know there’s nothing I love more than a little indulgence. I work hard so I can have nice things on the daily. I can justify my Starbucks on the way home after a bad day, getting an impromptu manicure after a great day (to keep the good vibes going), and picking up a nice bottle of wine just because it’s Wednesday. I’m a gal who loves to treat herself and will take any excuse I can get. In Partnership With / Our Favorite Brands Enter to Win Our Summer Sweepstakes! win over $3,100+ in vacation-inspired prizes Click to Enter It turns out, I’m not the only one. “Treat yourself” has quickly become the anthem of many, with the hashtag on TikTok currently sitting at 2.8 billion views. That’s a lot of treats, even by my standard. That also means a lot of dollars spent on these little indulgences. @MoneywithKatie recently shared a post on Instagram that stopped me in my tracks and made me consider just how much my “little treats” might be impacting my savings ...

When it comes to planning a date (whether it’s your first date or your millionth with your long-term significant other ), the most dreaded questions of all time are as follows: What should we do tonight? Are you in the mood for anything specific? Where should we go to dinner? Do you have anything in mind? Because the answer is almost always something along the lines of: It doesn’t matter to me, I’m up for anything, or It’s up to you , which is the opposite of helpful and makes planning a date more overwhelming than exciting. But what if it didn’t have to be that way? What if you could have date ideas at your fingertips or take the guesswork out of planning a date altogether? In Partnership With / Our Favorite Brands Enter to Win Our Summer Sweepstakes! win over $3,100+ in vacation-inspired prizes Click to Enter Enter: DUO . A new app created by a fan-favorite couple from The Bachelor , Lauren Burnham Luyendyk and Arie Luyendyk . DUO (Dates Unlike Others) launched on March...

For some, the 4th of July means a day jam-packed with summer fun, including time in the sun, al fresco dining , and outfits in all shades of red, white, and blue . For us, the 4th of July means all of that plus hitting up some of the biggest, most exciting sales of the season. What better way to celebrate than by finally snagging a deal on that home decor item we’ve been eyeing for months, scoring an unexpectedly affordable summer outfit, or finding a brand-new skincare product at an impressively low price? There’s no better long weekend to devote to surfing the sales, and we’ve compiled a list of the absolute best July 4th sales on the internet. This year, you can catch us shopping these deals from sunrise to fireworks.   up to 60% off at Madewell no code necessary Madewell Baggy Jean Shorts 4 washes available Shop now Madewell Relaxed Denim Shorts 2 washes available Shop now Madewell Slouchy Boyjean 6 washes available Shop now Madewell Tailore...