Us, October 15 issue
Cover Story: Nicole Kidman and Katie Holmes at war with Tom Cruise
Page 2: Missoni -- Vanessa Hudgens, Madeline Brewer, Regina King, Cate Blanchett, Angela Bassett, Bryce Dallas Howard, Kerry Washington, Freida Pinto, Malin Akerman, Gina Rodriguez
Page 4: Who Wore It Best? -- Nicole Kidman vs. Sabrina Carpenter in Versace, Alessandra Ambrosio vs. Olivia Culpo in Dundas, Karlie Kloss vs. Josephine Skriver in RTA Brand
Page 6: Alexis Bledel vs. Anna Chlumsky in Amur, Angela Sarafyan vs. Busy Philipps in Christian Siriano, Martha Hunt vs. Shanina Shaik in Retrofete
Page 8: Peyton List vs. Ruth Wilson in Carolina Herrera, Ciara vs. Abbey Clancy in Julien MacDonald, Katie Holmes vs. Irina Shayk in Isabel Marant
Page 10: Fergie vs. Olivia Munn vs. Mary J. Blige in Fendi
Page 12: Loose Talk -- Lil Xan, Tiffany Haddish, Kim Kardashian, Sophie Turner on meeting Justin Bieber, Channing Tatum
Page 14: Contents
Page 16: Hot Pics -- Amal Clooney, Jennifer Lopez and Alex Rodriguez and kids
Page 18: Mike “The Situation” Sorrentino, Olivia Culpo, Kim Kardashian and kids, Zoe Kravitz and Lenny Kravitz
Page 19: Shawn Mendes, Janet Jackson, Katie Holmes and Hugh Jackman and Deborra-Lee Furness
Page 20: Bradley Cooper and Lady Gaga
Page 22: Moms and children -- Yolanda Hadid and Bella Hadid, Pink and daughter, Heidi Pratt and son, Ali Fedotowsky and husband and kids, Nicki Minaj and mom
Page 24: Baby bumps -- Yvonne Strahovski, Kate Hudson, Kate Upton, Pippa Middleton, Hilary Duff, Jessica Simpson, Carrie Underwood
Page 26: Paris Fashion Week -- Cardi B, Ashley Benson, Kendall Jenner, Lindsay Lohan and brother Dakota Lohan, Karlie Kloss, Kaia Gerber, Nicole Richie
Page 28: Ryan Gosling, Jeffrey Dean Morgan and Norman Reedus and Andrew Lincoln of The Walking Dead, Mindy Kaling and B.J. Novak, Sarah Jessica Parker and Matthew Broderick
Page 29: Orlando Bloom and Katy Perry’s red carpet debut, Emily Ratajkowski, Quincy Jones and Rashida Jones
Page 30: Blake Lively in suits
Page 32: Stars and their dogs -- Christina El Moussa, Gerard Butler and Morgan Brown, Lucy Hale, Kelly Osbourne and Brittany Snow, Ellen Page -- Please Rescue Don’t Buy, Adopt Don’t Shop
Page 34: Stars on set -- Ilana Glazer and Abbi Jacobson of Broad City, Dev Patel, Joaquin Phoenix, Brad Pitt, Ilfenesh Hadera and Forest Whitaker, Rachel Brosnahan and Michael Zegen, Ryan Reynolds
Page 36: Stars They’re Just Like Us -- Rachel McAdams, Lea DeLaria, Anthony Kiedis, Emma Roberts, Julianne Hough and Brooks Laich
Page 38: Jason Sudeikis and Olivia Wilde, Eva Longoria, Busy Philipps, Kevin Hart
Page 40: Hollywood Moms -- Kristen Bell, Lauren Conrad, Alyssa Milano, Kym Johnson
Page 42: Love Lives -- Tom Hanks and Rita Wilson
Page 43: Gina Rodriguez and Joe LoCicero, Taraji P. Henson and Kelvin Hayden, Molly Sims and Scott Stuber
Page 44: Angelina Jolie vs. Brad Pitt
Page 45: Gwyneth Paltrow and Brad Falchuk’s vows, Jenni “JWoww” Farley divorce
Page 46: Hollywood School Ties -- Ron Livingston and Anderson Cooper, Kelly Preston and Barack Obama, Camila Mendes and Cole and Dylan Sprouse, Timothee Chalamet and Ansel Elgort, Justin Trudeau and Matthew Perry; Demi Lovato and Wilmer Valderrama are on their way to getting back together, Rihanna robbed again
Page 47: Mandy Moore and Taylor Goldsmith, VIP Scene -- Scott Eastwood, Shawn Mendes, Malin Akerman, Michael Douglas and Catherine Zeta-Jones, Julianne Hough, Cameron Diaz, Jason Momoa, Rachel Brosnahan
Page 48: What’s in my bag? Barbara Corcoran
Page 49: Bella Hadid and The Weeknd and Gigi Hadid and Zayn Malik, Who’s Heating Up? Brandon and Leah Jenner, Audrina Patridge and Ryan Cabrera, Kourtney Kardashian and Fai Khadra and Luka Sabbat, Nicki Minaj and Lewis Hamilton, Shia LaBeouf and FKA Twigs
Page 54: Justin Timberlake’s family miracle
Page 56: Megyn Kelly
Page 60: Inside My Kitchen -- Tiffani Thiessen -- Please try a plant-based diet
Page 62: Breast Cancer style -- Laura Dern, Meghan Markle, Lucy Hale, Lea Michele -- Please don’t wear dead animals
Page 64: Joan Smalls, Drew Barrymore, Giuliana Rancic, Chrissy Teigen
Page 66: A Star Is Born
Page 67: The Hate U Give, Kathryn Hahn
Page 68: Buzzzz-o-meter -- Bella Hadid, Chrissy Teigen, Cardi B, Sandra Lee battling for change, Hot Tracks -- Samantha Ronson
Page 69: David Boreanaz, Books -- Emmy Rossum reads Mary Kubica
Page 70: Fashion Police -- Lena Dunham, Suki Waterhouse, Nicki Minaj, Emily Ratajkowski, Tove Lo, Gloria Estefan
Page 72: 25 Things You Don’t Know About Me -- Skeet Ulrich
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From the Strategist: The 37 Best Gifts for Every Type of Home Cook
Photo: Courtesy Retailer
From cookbook stands to kimchi containers, there’s literally something for everyone
When you’re trying to come up with gift ideas for someone who likes to cook, you want to find something that’s both personal and practical. But finding a gift for a home cook that strikes that balance can be hard, especially if you’re the kind of person whose fridge is filled with takeout containers. That’s why we’ve gathered 37 of the best gifts for every type of home cook in your life — from the newbie who just wants to make a good grilled cheese to the home cook who has it all.
For the home cook who has everything
ChefSteps Joule Sous Vide, 1100 Watts, All White
They might not think they need a sous vide machine, but that’s exactly what makes it a great gift for an experienced chef, who can use it to make always-tender steaks, never-overcooked fish, and even soft-scrambled eggs.
For the home cook who would rather use a cookbook
Photo: retailer
Yamazaki Home Tosca Cookbook Stand
A minimalist plywood cookbook-stand for those who still like reading recipes on paper — though it can also hold up a tablet.
For the home cook who’d like to throw more dinner parties
MYDrap Cotton Cocktail Napkins
We were introduced to these tear-off linen napkins by Tonne Goodman, who discovered them at a boutique in Paris. “Instead of having a stack of napkins that needs to be spread out in an attractive fashion and then wrestled with to gingerly pick just one, you just simply tear each napkin off,” she writes.
For the home cook who wants only one pot
Dansk Kobenstyle White Casserole
This Dutch oven from Dansk has a mid-century design that’s easy to cook with but still looks good on the dinner table. It’s made of carbon steel, so it’s lighter than cast-iron Dutch ovens but it’s still sturdy enough to sear, braise, sauté, and bake anything you want.
For the home cook who’s not over avocados
Prepworks by Progressive Guacamole Bowl with Spoon
Let’s make avocado-ware the new lettuceware.
For the home cook who got really into celery juice
Breville Compact Juice Fountain 700-Watt Juice Extractor
It’s still unclear if celery juice is actually good for you, but if that’s what they’re into, this juice extractor from Breville is powerful enough to make sure none of the stringy bits make it into the liquid (and can be used to make lots of other types of juices, too).
For the home cook who watches The Great British Baking Show every Friday
Baking with Kim-Joy: Cute and Creative Bakes to Make You Smile
During her time in the tent, Kim-Joy built a reputation for making delicate pastries with adorable decorations and clever flavor combinations, and in this cookbook, she shares some of her most whimsical recipes — like “pigfiteroles” in mud.
For the home cook who just got into bread-making
Banneton Bread Proofing Basket
Unlike contestants on The Great British Bake-Off, most of us don’t have proofing drawers in our homes. So a proofing basket — used to hold the bread during its second, pre-baking rise — is the next best thing for at-home bread-making: This three-piece set includes a linen nonstick liner for a smooth outer crust and a plastic dough scraper that conforms to the curves of your mixing bowl.
For the home cook who loves to grill on the go
Weber Go-Anywhere Charcoal Grill
Mark Jenner, the editor-in-chief of barbecue site FoodFireFriends.com, swears by this portable grill from the folks at Weber, which includes legs that fold over the lid and a convenient rectangular form. You can even create two grilling zones for high-heat and low-heat grilling.
For the home cook who wants to make their own sauerkraut and kimchi
E-Jen Premium Kimchi, Sauerkraut Container Earthenware Brown 1.7L
Recently, we had two chefs heartily endorse this incredibly affordable and effective container as a go-to fermentation vessel. “It’s really useful because it has an insert that essentially creates a vacuum to press down your ferments,” chef Dave Park of Jeong in Chicago told us. “It has an inner ring where you can either burp your ferments or keep it airtight. It’s definitely one of the most useful containers I’ve found.”
For the home cook who’s also good at Instagram
Departo Large Plate
Why does professional food photography look so good? In part because of food stylists, whose job is to choose all those attractive plates and cups and tablecloths to enhance the food. If your favorite home cook loves to share their latest grain salads and roast chicken on the ’gram, give them some plates that will look great underneath.
For the home cook trying to eat more greens
Prepworks by Progressive Collapsible Salad Spinner - 4 Quart
This collapsible salad spinner is a great gift for the recent college grad who’s got a small kitchen and big culinary ambitions.
For the home cook who’s a salt snob
Maldon Salt Bucket
Tonne Goodman also told us about this bucket of Maldon sea salt, which, she admits, “seems a bit extreme, but then again, salt fanatics do exist. I gave it to my brother-in-law, who is a wonderful cook, and he laughed and loved it.”
For the home cook who loves leftovers
LunchBots Large Snack Tray Steel Lunch Container
This stainless-steel lunch box is meant for children, but it’s stylish enough to bring to the office (when you return to one, that is) and has enough room for a mini-buffet of leftovers.
For the home cook who identified with Antoni on Queer Eye
Philips Indoor Smoke-less Grill
Culinary expert Antoni Porowski gifted this smokeless, infrared indoor grill to two different guys over the course of two seasons, and you can now gift it, too.
For the home cook who’s trying to use fewer paper towels
Nawrap Binchotan Dishcloth
These dishcloths have odor- and bacteria-absorbing charcoal infused into their fibers, so they’ll last a little longer between washes.
For the home cook who’s trying to use less plastic
Bee’s Wrap Assorted, 3-Pack
These reusable food wraps are made by infusing cotton with beeswax, and they can be used over, and over, and over again — and once they’re finally done for good, they can be composted.
For the home cook who’s ready to compost
Brabantia Sort & Go Waste Bin
If they know that composting is a thing they should do but have always been turned off by ugly compost bins.
For the home cook who’s ready for fresh spaghetti
Marcato Atlas Pasta Machine
According to Linda Miller Nicholson, author of Pasta, Pretty Please and the pasta-maker behind the colorful Instagram account Salty Seattle, the Marcato Atlas is the gold standard of pasta machines. And if you need more proof that it’s a good gift: It also made an appearance on Jennifer Lawrence’s wedding registry.
For the home cook who needs fresh herbs
Click and Grow The Smart Garden 3
This indoor vegetable-and-herb garden is self-watering and has a built-in grow light and pre-seeded plant pods to grow fresh cilantro, basil, and even chili peppers if the kitchen has no windows.
For the home cook who loves their knives
John Boos Chop-N-Slice Maple Wood Reversible Cutting Board
Cutting boards wear out over time, so any serious home cook will appreciate a brand-new, nice-looking cutting block that’ll protect their sharpened blades.
For the home cook who doesn’t have knives
Takiup Ceramic Knife Set
These ceramic knives aren’t perfect, or the fanciest, but according to writer Hannah Howard, they’re excellent for everyday kitchen tasks, and sometimes she prefers using these cheaper blades to her fancy Japanese chef’s knife. Plus, she notes, “I throw the set in the dishwasher with every use, and it has remained in excellent shape.”
For the home cook who keeps accidentally slicing their fingers
Benriner BN1 Mandoline
Chef Gabriel Kreuther likes this Japanese mandoline, which comes with an assortment of blades and its own plastic safety covering to prevent slipping fingers from getting julienned, diced, or chopped.
For the home cook who’s channeling the 1970s
Home Intuition 3-Tier Hanging Basket Heavy Duty Wire
Especially if they read the Missoni Family Cookbook and now want to create a dreamy Italian kitchen of their own.
For the home cook who’s still using that slow cooker from the 1970s
Instant Pot 6 Qt 7-in-1 Multi-Use Programmable Pressure Cooker
You’ve heard about the Instant Pot even if you don’t cook. It steams, it pressure cooks, it makes yogurt, and it’s got over 36,000 reviews on Amazon, so it’s kind of a no-brainer.
For the home cook who got an Instant Pot last year
OXO Good Grips Pressure Cooker Bakeware Sling
Some good Instant Pot accessories will help them make the most of their favorite kitchen gadget, like this silicone sling, which they can use for baking cakes or steaming vegetables in their multifunction pressure cooker.
For the home cook who’s already obsessed with a Vitamix
Vitamix Personal Cup Adapter
This personal cup adapter is a great gift for those who make smoothies in their Vitamix but find the standard 64- or 72-ounce cup a little too big for everyday use, especially since this one fits on basically any legacy model.
For the home cook who struggles to clean their cast-iron skillet
Blisstime Cast Iron Cleaner
This little square of chainmail will make removing crud and burnt bits from a cast-iron skillet or Dutch oven a relatively quick and easy task.
For the at-home pit master who likes to grill on an open flame
Texsport Heavy-Duty Over-Fire Camp Grill - Extra Large
This extra-large over-fire camp grill is made from steel, and, according to writer Steven John, it’s got plenty of room for “racks of ribs, multiple Texas-size steaks, or a whole lot of kabob skewers.”
For the home baker with limited counter space
KitchenAid Artisan Mini Series Tilt-Head Stand Mixer, 3.5 quart
This mini–stand mixer has all the functionality of a standard KitchenAid mixer, but, as writer Erica Murphy notes, “It’s 25 percent lighter and 20 percent smaller,” meaning it’s great for small kitchens.
For the home cook who can taste the difference between Italian and Spanish olive oils
Nunez De Prado Extra Virgin Olive Oil Tin, 33.8 Ounce
A handsome tin of olive oil from Spain that has “hints of grassiness, almonds, and butter,” according to chef Jonathan Waxman.
For anyone who likes to read about food as much as they like to eat it
The Best American Food Writing 2019
An anthology of the best food essays from the past 12 months, including a deep dive into Japanese KitKats and the queer history of tapas, all edited by Salt, Fat, Acid, Heat’s Samin Nosrat.
For the ice cream enthusiast who dreams of the perfect scoop
Zeroll Original Ice Cream Easy Scoop
This ice cream scoop is “the only ice cream scoop” that Jeni Britton Bauer, the creator of Jeni’s Splendid Ice Cream, will even acknowledge. It’s designed to transfer heat from your hand to the spoon, making it easy to get the perfect scoop from even frozen-solid ice cream. (For bonus points, pair this with a pint or two of ice cream.)
For the college student looking to hack the perfect dorm-room grilled cheese
Nostalgia TCS2 Grilled Cheese Sandwich Toaster
Decidedly safer than trying to melt cheese with an iron.
For the home cook who puts cracked pepper on everything
Atlas Copper Pepper Mill
Give a pepper mill that makes a statement. According to writer Juliet Lapidos, this copper one looks like “a tool you’d find at an archaeological dig and — for just that reason — always attracts attention at dinner parties.”
For the 5-year-old who’s just learning their way in the kitchen
Curious Chef 3-Piece Nylon Knife Set
These nylon knives are designed for little foodies who are at least 4 years old, to help them learn basic knife skills while minimizing risk.
For the home cook who’d rather be making cocktails
Be Your Own Bartender: A Surefire Guide to Finding (and Making) Your Perfect Cocktail
Gin or whiskey? Easy-drinking or boozy? This cocktail book starts with a comprehensive flowchart to help them figure out exactly what they want to drink and how to make it.
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From cookbook stands to kimchi containers, there’s literally something for everyone
When you’re trying to come up with gift ideas for someone who likes to cook, you want to find something that’s both personal and practical. But finding a gift for a home cook that strikes that balance can be hard, especially if you’re the kind of person whose fridge is filled with takeout containers. That’s why we’ve gathered 37 of the best gifts for every type of home cook in your life — from the newbie who just wants to make a good grilled cheese to the home cook who has it all.
For the home cook who has everything
ChefSteps Joule Sous Vide, 1100 Watts, All White
They might not think they need a sous vide machine, but that’s exactly what makes it a great gift for an experienced chef, who can use it to make always-tender steaks, never-overcooked fish, and even soft-scrambled eggs.
For the home cook who would rather use a cookbook
Photo: retailer
Yamazaki Home Tosca Cookbook Stand
A minimalist plywood cookbook-stand for those who still like reading recipes on paper — though it can also hold up a tablet.
For the home cook who’d like to throw more dinner parties
MYDrap Cotton Cocktail Napkins
We were introduced to these tear-off linen napkins by Tonne Goodman, who discovered them at a boutique in Paris. “Instead of having a stack of napkins that needs to be spread out in an attractive fashion and then wrestled with to gingerly pick just one, you just simply tear each napkin off,” she writes.
For the home cook who wants only one pot
Dansk Kobenstyle White Casserole
This Dutch oven from Dansk has a mid-century design that’s easy to cook with but still looks good on the dinner table. It’s made of carbon steel, so it’s lighter than cast-iron Dutch ovens but it’s still sturdy enough to sear, braise, sauté, and bake anything you want.
For the home cook who’s not over avocados
Prepworks by Progressive Guacamole Bowl with Spoon
Let’s make avocado-ware the new lettuceware.
For the home cook who got really into celery juice
Breville Compact Juice Fountain 700-Watt Juice Extractor
It’s still unclear if celery juice is actually good for you, but if that’s what they’re into, this juice extractor from Breville is powerful enough to make sure none of the stringy bits make it into the liquid (and can be used to make lots of other types of juices, too).
For the home cook who watches The Great British Baking Show every Friday
Baking with Kim-Joy: Cute and Creative Bakes to Make You Smile
During her time in the tent, Kim-Joy built a reputation for making delicate pastries with adorable decorations and clever flavor combinations, and in this cookbook, she shares some of her most whimsical recipes — like “pigfiteroles” in mud.
For the home cook who just got into bread-making
Banneton Bread Proofing Basket
Unlike contestants on The Great British Bake-Off, most of us don’t have proofing drawers in our homes. So a proofing basket — used to hold the bread during its second, pre-baking rise — is the next best thing for at-home bread-making: This three-piece set includes a linen nonstick liner for a smooth outer crust and a plastic dough scraper that conforms to the curves of your mixing bowl.
For the home cook who loves to grill on the go
Weber Go-Anywhere Charcoal Grill
Mark Jenner, the editor-in-chief of barbecue site FoodFireFriends.com, swears by this portable grill from the folks at Weber, which includes legs that fold over the lid and a convenient rectangular form. You can even create two grilling zones for high-heat and low-heat grilling.
For the home cook who wants to make their own sauerkraut and kimchi
E-Jen Premium Kimchi, Sauerkraut Container Earthenware Brown 1.7L
Recently, we had two chefs heartily endorse this incredibly affordable and effective container as a go-to fermentation vessel. “It’s really useful because it has an insert that essentially creates a vacuum to press down your ferments,” chef Dave Park of Jeong in Chicago told us. “It has an inner ring where you can either burp your ferments or keep it airtight. It’s definitely one of the most useful containers I’ve found.”
For the home cook who’s also good at Instagram
Departo Large Plate
Why does professional food photography look so good? In part because of food stylists, whose job is to choose all those attractive plates and cups and tablecloths to enhance the food. If your favorite home cook loves to share their latest grain salads and roast chicken on the ’gram, give them some plates that will look great underneath.
For the home cook trying to eat more greens
Prepworks by Progressive Collapsible Salad Spinner - 4 Quart
This collapsible salad spinner is a great gift for the recent college grad who’s got a small kitchen and big culinary ambitions.
For the home cook who’s a salt snob
Maldon Salt Bucket
Tonne Goodman also told us about this bucket of Maldon sea salt, which, she admits, “seems a bit extreme, but then again, salt fanatics do exist. I gave it to my brother-in-law, who is a wonderful cook, and he laughed and loved it.”
For the home cook who loves leftovers
LunchBots Large Snack Tray Steel Lunch Container
This stainless-steel lunch box is meant for children, but it’s stylish enough to bring to the office (when you return to one, that is) and has enough room for a mini-buffet of leftovers.
For the home cook who identified with Antoni on Queer Eye
Philips Indoor Smoke-less Grill
Culinary expert Antoni Porowski gifted this smokeless, infrared indoor grill to two different guys over the course of two seasons, and you can now gift it, too.
For the home cook who’s trying to use fewer paper towels
Nawrap Binchotan Dishcloth
These dishcloths have odor- and bacteria-absorbing charcoal infused into their fibers, so they’ll last a little longer between washes.
For the home cook who’s trying to use less plastic
Bee’s Wrap Assorted, 3-Pack
These reusable food wraps are made by infusing cotton with beeswax, and they can be used over, and over, and over again — and once they’re finally done for good, they can be composted.
For the home cook who’s ready to compost
Brabantia Sort & Go Waste Bin
If they know that composting is a thing they should do but have always been turned off by ugly compost bins.
For the home cook who’s ready for fresh spaghetti
Marcato Atlas Pasta Machine
According to Linda Miller Nicholson, author of Pasta, Pretty Please and the pasta-maker behind the colorful Instagram account Salty Seattle, the Marcato Atlas is the gold standard of pasta machines. And if you need more proof that it’s a good gift: It also made an appearance on Jennifer Lawrence’s wedding registry.
For the home cook who needs fresh herbs
Click and Grow The Smart Garden 3
This indoor vegetable-and-herb garden is self-watering and has a built-in grow light and pre-seeded plant pods to grow fresh cilantro, basil, and even chili peppers if the kitchen has no windows.
For the home cook who loves their knives
John Boos Chop-N-Slice Maple Wood Reversible Cutting Board
Cutting boards wear out over time, so any serious home cook will appreciate a brand-new, nice-looking cutting block that’ll protect their sharpened blades.
For the home cook who doesn’t have knives
Takiup Ceramic Knife Set
These ceramic knives aren’t perfect, or the fanciest, but according to writer Hannah Howard, they’re excellent for everyday kitchen tasks, and sometimes she prefers using these cheaper blades to her fancy Japanese chef’s knife. Plus, she notes, “I throw the set in the dishwasher with every use, and it has remained in excellent shape.”
For the home cook who keeps accidentally slicing their fingers
Benriner BN1 Mandoline
Chef Gabriel Kreuther likes this Japanese mandoline, which comes with an assortment of blades and its own plastic safety covering to prevent slipping fingers from getting julienned, diced, or chopped.
For the home cook who’s channeling the 1970s
Home Intuition 3-Tier Hanging Basket Heavy Duty Wire
Especially if they read the Missoni Family Cookbook and now want to create a dreamy Italian kitchen of their own.
For the home cook who’s still using that slow cooker from the 1970s
Instant Pot 6 Qt 7-in-1 Multi-Use Programmable Pressure Cooker
You’ve heard about the Instant Pot even if you don’t cook. It steams, it pressure cooks, it makes yogurt, and it’s got over 36,000 reviews on Amazon, so it’s kind of a no-brainer.
For the home cook who got an Instant Pot last year
OXO Good Grips Pressure Cooker Bakeware Sling
Some good Instant Pot accessories will help them make the most of their favorite kitchen gadget, like this silicone sling, which they can use for baking cakes or steaming vegetables in their multifunction pressure cooker.
For the home cook who’s already obsessed with a Vitamix
Vitamix Personal Cup Adapter
This personal cup adapter is a great gift for those who make smoothies in their Vitamix but find the standard 64- or 72-ounce cup a little too big for everyday use, especially since this one fits on basically any legacy model.
For the home cook who struggles to clean their cast-iron skillet
Blisstime Cast Iron Cleaner
This little square of chainmail will make removing crud and burnt bits from a cast-iron skillet or Dutch oven a relatively quick and easy task.
For the at-home pit master who likes to grill on an open flame
Texsport Heavy-Duty Over-Fire Camp Grill - Extra Large
This extra-large over-fire camp grill is made from steel, and, according to writer Steven John, it’s got plenty of room for “racks of ribs, multiple Texas-size steaks, or a whole lot of kabob skewers.”
For the home baker with limited counter space
KitchenAid Artisan Mini Series Tilt-Head Stand Mixer, 3.5 quart
This mini–stand mixer has all the functionality of a standard KitchenAid mixer, but, as writer Erica Murphy notes, “It’s 25 percent lighter and 20 percent smaller,” meaning it’s great for small kitchens.
For the home cook who can taste the difference between Italian and Spanish olive oils
Nunez De Prado Extra Virgin Olive Oil Tin, 33.8 Ounce
A handsome tin of olive oil from Spain that has “hints of grassiness, almonds, and butter,” according to chef Jonathan Waxman.
For anyone who likes to read about food as much as they like to eat it
The Best American Food Writing 2019
An anthology of the best food essays from the past 12 months, including a deep dive into Japanese KitKats and the queer history of tapas, all edited by Salt, Fat, Acid, Heat’s Samin Nosrat.
For the ice cream enthusiast who dreams of the perfect scoop
Zeroll Original Ice Cream Easy Scoop
This ice cream scoop is “the only ice cream scoop” that Jeni Britton Bauer, the creator of Jeni’s Splendid Ice Cream, will even acknowledge. It’s designed to transfer heat from your hand to the spoon, making it easy to get the perfect scoop from even frozen-solid ice cream. (For bonus points, pair this with a pint or two of ice cream.)
For the college student looking to hack the perfect dorm-room grilled cheese
Nostalgia TCS2 Grilled Cheese Sandwich Toaster
Decidedly safer than trying to melt cheese with an iron.
For the home cook who puts cracked pepper on everything
Atlas Copper Pepper Mill
Give a pepper mill that makes a statement. According to writer Juliet Lapidos, this copper one looks like “a tool you’d find at an archaeological dig and — for just that reason — always attracts attention at dinner parties.”
For the 5-year-old who’s just learning their way in the kitchen
Curious Chef 3-Piece Nylon Knife Set
These nylon knives are designed for little foodies who are at least 4 years old, to help them learn basic knife skills while minimizing risk.
For the home cook who’d rather be making cocktails
Be Your Own Bartender: A Surefire Guide to Finding (and Making) Your Perfect Cocktail
Gin or whiskey? Easy-drinking or boozy? This cocktail book starts with a comprehensive flowchart to help them figure out exactly what they want to drink and how to make it.
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The Ultimate Trend Guide for 2020
While fashion month is currently buzzing through Europe predicting everything we’ll be wearing next winter, we’re way more curious to see which trends are going to stick around for the entire year. With that in mind, we reached out to three fashion authorities from Nordstrom, Net-A-Porter, and Bloomingdales for a full forecast of the year ahead, giving us the lowdown on the biggest hits of 2020. Read on for their insight for the styles to stock up on, plus the two trends they’re leaving behind the last decade, here.
Colorful Leather (Both Real And Faux)
Coach 1941
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We saw colored leather take over the Spring 2020 runways, from the deep violets and blues of Sies Marjan to Khaite’s luxurious forest green pieces. According to Erica Russo, vice president and fashion director of accessories and beauty at Bloomingdales, this trend is showing no signs of slowing down in 2020.
Russo points out that a rainbow array of styles, both real and faux, are set to be one of the year’s biggest ready-to-wear trends. “Colors vary from pastels for spring and jewel tones in fall, and are available in everything from dresses and jumpsuits to pants.”
As more designers opt for animal-free versions, specifically ones with an ethical and sustainable lens (take Nanushka, for example), this trend is a no-brainer.
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Leather Scarf Dress
Proenza Schouler
proenzaschouler.com
$2,900.00
Lucilla Faux-Leather Skirt
Aeron
bloomingdales.com
$391.00
Eddy Vegan Leather Shirt
Nanushka
net-a-porter.com
$495.00
Faux Croc Trench Coat
Topshop
topshop.com
$150.00
The Puff Sleeve
Louis Vuitton
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If you had any doubts that the puff sleeve was on its way out, think again. “The puff sleeve is here to stay,” says Russo. While runway iterations tend to “go big or go home”—just take anything from buzzy Copenhagen-based designer Cecilie Bahnsen—there are plenty of less intimidating styles fit for the puff sleeve newcomer.
“From red carpet looks to your not-so-basic white tee, the puffy sleeve can modernize a classic silhouette,” says Russo. It’s also is a flattering style for all body types. “Adding drama and volume to your shoulder draws the eye up and gives the illusion of a smaller waist,” she adds.
Shop Puff Sleeves
Effie Textured Dress
Cecilie Bahnsen
nordstrom.com
$1,495.00
Quilted Puff Sleeve Dress
& Other Stories
stories.com
$149.00
Sigrun Top
Alina Liu
allinaliu.com
$195.00
Cassandra Puff-Sleeve Top
A.L.C.
saksfifthavenue.com
$150.00
‘90s Knitwear
Missoni
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We may have just entered a new decade, but ‘90s minimalism continues to be a key influence. “We saw the ‘90s dominate the runways for spring 2020, and Pre-Fall collections show no signs of this trend going anywhere,” says Libby Page, senior fashion market editor at Net-A-Porter. “From matching twinsets at Khaite, The Row, and Ioannes, to all things bodycon, including fitted ribbed turtlenecks and black leggings.”
It has staying power too, as proven by the ultimate ’90s It-Girl. “Jennifer Aniston brought us a lot of this inspiration in the ‘90s when she played Rachel Green, and she’s having a real moment with The Morning Show, making this trend still culturally relevant.”
Shop ’90s Knitwear
Beriko Turtleneck Top
The Row
saksfifthavenue.com
$990.00
Etienne Cardigan
Ply Knits
ply-knits.com
$218.00
Homer Ribbed Cardigan
Gabriela Hearst
net-a-porter.com
$790.00
Wells Dress
Simon Miller
simonmillerusa.com
$198.00
The Square Toe Boot
Ganni
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Speaking of the ‘90s, the square toe is set to be the biggest footwear trend of 2020. We first fell in love with the squared off sandal last season, but as Russo points out that it has finally hit the mainstream. This season-less trend becomes cold-weather appropriate for fall in the shape of boots of all heights. Russo is particularly fond of knee high styles from brands like Ganni and Wandler while we love the more wearable aspect of the ankle boot, which pairs well with both dresses and jeans alike.
Shop Square-Toed Boots
Isa Boots
Wandler
mytheresa.com
$504.00
Cube Boot
Dear Frances
dearfrances.com
$550.00
Quilted Ankle Boots
Balenciaga
net-a-porter.com
$1,590.00
Prairie Romance
Zimmermann
Armando GrilloImaxtree
The prairie dress craze is taking on a softer, feminine feel for 2020. As Nordstrom’s senior fashion director Shannon Schafer points out, prairie-inspired pieces with an air of romance are set to be a wardrobe staple all year long. “There’s power in pretty this season. Modest dress silhouettes provide sensuous volume and comfort with sweeping lengths, high necks, and long sleeves,” she tells us.
Taking form in dresses and Victorian-inspired blouse, Page credits Greta Gerwig and her adaption of Little Women for the growing popularity of this trend.“Items such as a Victorian blouse, a floral print, lace and delicate finishings all are sure to be prevalent throughout this year’s collections.”
We’re seeing these dreamy pieces in a variety of patterns and textures—there are the lace numbers from Zimmermann’s Spring 2020 collection, sheer neons offered by Mara Hoffman, and plenty of animal print from Ganni—but Schafer declared florals as the key print for this silhouette.
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Edmonia Dress
Mara Hoffman
shopbop.com
$650.00
Leopard-Print Dress
Ganni
net-a-porter.com
$225.00
Jessica Midi Dress
Cinq a Sept
nordstrom.com
$255.00
Super Eight Ruffled Blouse
Zimmermann
zimmermannwear.com
$750.00
The Daytime Clutch
Bottega Veneta
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The clutch is having a major moment, and it’s giving the micro bag a run for its money. From soft pouches to more structured shapes, handle-bearing to handle-less, this bag style is moving beyond formal wear. “From structured to soft, this style was often seen mainly for evening but has now been reimagined in gorgeous fabrics and colors suited for day,” says Russo.
Daniel Lee—Bottega Veneta’s creative director and the man responsible for the “new Bottega” craze—launched the daytime clutch into the spotlight with the launch of his cult-favorite woven and pillow-like pouches of 2019. Russo named it the “must-have item” of 2020.
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Small Knot Bag
Mango
mango.com
$2,020.00
Wanda Oversized Clutch
Stand Studio
modaoperandi.com
$300.00
Envelope Pleat Clutch
Khaite
net-a-porter.com
$1,180.00
Grand Fan Clutch
Bevza
bevza.com
€325.00
Shorts Of All Proportions
Chloé
Victor VIRGILEGetty Images
Is 2020 the year we ditch skirts for shorts? According to Russo, it might be. “Spring 2020 will be about the short suit, matching sets, as well as separates,” she says. Shorts are typically considered to be exclusive to spring and summer, but Russo sees the trend sticking around all year for 2020. “It will continue into fall without longer lengths, such as culottes and Bermuda shorts, making it the fashion alternative to the skirt.”
If the thought of wearing Bermuda shorts in February makes you shiver, she offers an expert styling trick: Pair longer short silhouettes with an over-the-knee boot for a “legs or days” look that keeps you warm.
Shop Shorts Of All Proportions
Belted Wool Shorts
JW Anderson
net-a-porter.com
$595.00
City Leather Shorts
Isabel Marant Étoile
farfetch.com
$840.00
Leather Culotte Shorts
& Other Stories
stories.com
$299.00
Strong Suiting With A Feminine Touch
Alexander McQueen
Filippo FiorImaxtree
Suit enthusiasts, rejoice: The tailored set is officially here to stay for 2020, and this year, it’s taking on a more feminine vibe. “Confident suiting continues with a feminine twist,” says Schafer. “Tailoring can be soft and relaxed, or sturdy and shapely.” Schafer adds that emphasis on the waist, as well as soft materials such as silks, linens, and crisp cottons will “evolve the masculine look of a blazer.”
We saw these feminine takes on suiting from the likes of Alexander McQueen, Altuzarra, and Dolce & Gabbana for spring, and we expect to see this trend follow through fall and winter in the form of lush jacquards, tweeds, and embroidered silks.
Shop Strong, Yet Feminine, Suiting
Hawkins Belted Blazer
De La Vali
net-a-porter.com
$845.00
Taryn Silk Blazer
L’Agence
nordstrom.com
$650.00
Modern Folk
Ulla Johnson
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According to Schafer, the bohemian trend is taking on a modern folk twist this year. “Touches of craft and folklore conjure rustic romance” she says. “Craft details and beautiful textiles add dimension to classic items and simple silhouettes.” Think: breezy dresses and blouses with delicate embroidery, paisley prints, and eyelet fabrics.
From Missoni’s patchwork to the embroidery seen at Tory Burch and Ulla Johnson, modern folk had a strong presence on the runways. This modern hippie trend translates easily for colder months, in the form of heavy crochet knits and patchwork outerwear.
Not fully committed to the folk-bohemian look? Schafer suggests contrasting these pieces with sturdier workwear.
Shop Modern Folk
Embroidered Jacket
Etro
net-a-porter.com
$2,720.00
Cleo Quilted Bag
Tory Burch
toryburch.com
$748.00
Tile Crochet Top
Carolina K
shopbop.com
$254.51
OUT – Logomania
With all of these new styles, what is best left behind in 2019? Both Russo and Page believe that one trend no longer has a place in fashion this year: logomania.
“There has been a return to clean lines and minimalism,” says Russo. “We’re seeing a lot less logos on clothing and accessories.” Page agrees, stating, “Logos are taking the backseat as fashion enters a new understated authority.”
This doesn’t necessarily mean it’s time to ditch our Fendi Zucca prints or Dior saddlebags (we could never!), but expect to see a shift towards cleaner silhouettes, solid colors and quieter patterns.
OUT – Matrix Sunglasses
According to Page, we’re saying goodbye to “Matrix sunglasses”—the skinny frames of the ‘90s that became popular during the tiny sunglass revival. Instead, Page recommends shopping for oversized aviators. “As fashion gets practical, so do your frames,” she says. “These styles are the new eyewear shapes that will actually protect you from the sun,” she says. 2020, the year of practicality.
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