• Prince William and Kate Middleton welcomed their third child Monday morning at the Lindo Wing of St. Mary's Hospital in London, UK.
• Hours after Middleton gave birth, the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge stepped out with their newborn son.
• As congratulations pour in for the happy couple on social media, many are zeroing in on one detail of Middleton's outfit: her four-inch suede pumps.
• On Twitter, some people are in awe that Middleton, mere hours after giving birth, could rock a pair of heels, not to mention a full face of makeup, a sleek hairdo, and a stylish dress.

Prince William and Kate Middleton welcomed their third child Monday morning at the Lindo Wing of St. Mary's Hospital in London, UK.

Hours after Middleton gave birth, the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge stepped out with their newborn son, whose name has not yet been announced. As with her last two deliveries, which were also at the Lindo Wing, the Duchess wore a dress by one of her favorite designers Jenny Packham — this time a simple red shift dress with a white lace collar.

As congratulations pour in for the happy couple on social media, many are zeroing in on one detail of Middleton's outfit: her heels. More specifically, a pair of four-inch suede pumps by Gianvito Rossi.

On Twitter, some people can't believe that Middleton, mere hours after giving birth, could rock a pair of heels, not to mention a full face of makeup, a sleek hairdo, and a stylish dress.

"Kate Middleton is an effing badass," tweeted YouTuber Lindsay DeFranco. "I couldn't walk, let alone put on heels, for at least 2 days after having my kids."

"Hats off to Kate,"Zoe Hardman, British TV presenter and co-founder of Made By Mammas, tweeted. Hardman continued: "12 hours after giving birth, [Middleton has] had a full blow dry, face of makeup, dress, and HEELS. 12 hours after I gave birth I couldn't walk, had the most swollen face you've ever seen & after every step I took I said, 'f-------.'"

Arts and culture writer and Entertainment Weekly correspondent Dana Schwartz joked in a series of tweets: "Being a princess seems fun until you realize Kate Middleton had to get a blowout 4.5 minutes after giving birth. 'Congrats on pushing a living cantaloupe out of your body. Time for you to put on a pair of 4-inch heels!'"

Scaachi Koul, a culture writer at BuzzFeed Canada and author, echoed a similar sense of awe. "I do not understand how Kate Middleton got dressed and walked outside in heels seven hours after having a baby because it takes me a good 36 hours to psych myself up to put shoes on so I can throw out the recycling without even putting on a bra," Koul wrote on Twitter. She added in a follow-up tweet: "I mean this in a very literal sense, I do not understand how she is upright, physically."

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It's no secret that planning a wedding can be stressful, expensive, and time-consuming. When you get engaged, you are automatically expected to put together a huge party (possibly the biggest of your life), with no experience in event planning and usually very little help. It's easy to feel overwhelmed and to start to hate the entire process, which is unfortunate since your time being engaged is supposed to be a happy time for you and your significant other. You might find that the planning process will be a little easier if you know what to expect.

There are certain things that you, as a newly-engaged person, might already have on your radar. You've probably already heard that everything is pricey, that you need to book things far in advance, and that creating a guest list can feel close to impossible. But there are some unexpected things that happen as well that no one ever tells you about. As someone who has been engaged for over a year now, I have experienced all of these things myself, and I know I wish I knew about them before they happened.

So, to feel more prepared as you get ready for your big day, take a look at some of the things you can expect to go through while planning a wedding.

You will not be able to stop talking about your wedding, even if you don't want to be that person

Before you get engaged, it's easy to get frustrated with newly-engaged friends and family members who can't seem to stop talking about their wedding — listening to them feels exhausting. But once you get engaged and start the planning process, you will almost definitely find that you have become that person.

It's hard not to talk about it all the time, to be honest. If you're really into your wedding day, you'll be really focused on planning, so it's only natural that you'll feel the need to bring it up whenever possible. It also doesn't help that everyone asks you about it all the time.  

Everything happens all at once in the beginning, and then all at once at the end

When I set my wedding date, I figured that the next year and a half of my life would be full of non-stop planning. I was wrong. When you're planning, what typically happens is that a lot of important stuff needs to be done all at once, in the beginning; then there's a lull where absolutely nothing happens; then as the date arrives, everything picks back up again.

In the beginning, you'll drive yourself crazy booking vendors, researching, and trying to come up with your own vision. In the end, you'll feel exhausted writing checks, finalizing things, and fixing anything that may have gotten messed up along the way. But in the middle? You'll simply be waiting.

If you go to a wedding expo, you should create a new email address

Wedding expos are quite common, and can be helpful if you're struggling to find vendors or a vision. They usually involve a whole bunch of vendors in booths who will try to get you to book with them, so they can be a bit overwhelming. The best piece of advice I got about them, that I unfortunately did not take, was to create a new email address just for the wedding.

Each vendor will ask for your contact info, and even if you only give it out to one person you're interested in, your email somehow gets added to seemingly every wedding-related business in a 100-mile radius. You will be inundated with emails for months, and it's not exactly fun. I also got a lot of phone calls from vendors as well. Keep that in mind.

• Beauty vlogger Amber Scholl made a prom dress out of trash bags — and Twitter users are loving it. 
• She told INSIDER that the concept came to her after she received comments from her YouTube subscribers who said that she could probably rock a trash bag.
• What started as a joke turned into the ultimate DIY challenge, in which Scholl used trash bags, tape, and glue to craft an abundance of dark roses.
• She then attached each rose, which took a total of six hours to make, to a black bodysuit and a black tulle skirt.
• Scholl was surprised by the result, and encourages people interested in a DIY project like hers to go to a craft store, get inspired, and follow their vision.  

Beauty vlogger Amber Scholl got creative with trash bags to make a surprisingly beautiful prom dress that looks like it's embellished with roses. Scholl shared a video of her DIY dress on YouTube that has since gone viral.

In an email with INSIDER, Scholl explained that the concept for the dress actually started as a joke.

"My subscribers are always commenting that 'I could probably rock a trash bag and make it look good,' so I thought I would take it literally and see if I could do it," she told us. Though it started as a joke, Scholl said that she loves the dress so much she would consider wearing it in real life.

To make the dress, Scholl started by rounding up the necessary supplies: a box of large black trash bags, a plain black bodysuit, a sheer tulle skirt, and a few basic supplies like scissors, tape, and glue. She said that conceptualizing the design of the trash bag dress was the most difficult part of the project, because she wanted it to look like "real fashion"— not a trash bag.

Here's what the final dress looks like:

To bring her rose-inspired gown to life, Scholl first stretched out the trash bags and cut them it into long pieces. She then coiled them into knotted balls that resembled roses. She secured each faux flower with black scotch tape and repeated this process until she had enough to cover the entire front of the bodysuit. 

Using E-6000 glue, Scholl attached her collection of "roses" to the garment and its straps. This process took six hours, but she said she thinks it was worth the time. "I spent almost three hours just sitting around trying different things seeing what I could come up with until I finally thought of the rose idea," she said.

Once the bodice was completely texturized with an elaborate layer of trash bags, Scholl moved onto the skirt. She created more rose balls using larger pieces of the trash bags, which she layered across the bottom of her tulle in a zig-zag pattern.

In the video, when Scholl puts on the elegant garbage bag prom dress — which bears almost no resemblance to the less glamorous plastic — she seemed shocked at the outcome. "Honestly, I think this is my best DIY I've ever done," she said. 

She also shared her unconventional creation on Twitter; her tweet has since gone viral with over 5,000 retweets at the time of this post. "When someone calls you trashy, make a dress out of trash bags & prove them fabulously correct," her witty caption reads.

Scholl encourages others who are interested in attempting a DIY dress like hers to go for it. "Being creative is so fun and much easier than you might think," she said. "Go to your local craft store and see what inspires you — glue and scissors can go a long way if you believe in your vision!"

Watch her bring the dress to life in the full video below.

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• Gigi Hadid celebrated her golden birthday when she turned 23 on Monday, April 23.
• A golden birthday occurs when a person's age is the same number as the date they were born.
• The model celebrated the occasion alongside family and friends in a beautiful metallic minidress that matched the theme of her golden birthday.
• Hadid's opulent garment was designed by Versace.
• By the end of the night she was spotted wearing a much more comfortable outfit: a white tracksuit.

On Monday, fashion queen Gigi Hadid celebrated her golden birthday, turning 23 on the 23rd day of the month. 

It seems that the model was inspired by the grand occasion, opting to wear a stunning gold Versace minidress adorned with large sequins and sweeping tassels. She also walked in what appear to be a pair of clear, strappy Louboutin heels, matching the iconic red sole of her shoes to her toenail polish.

Her golden dress perfectly complemented her tousled blonde hair.

As for makeup, Gigi amped up the metallic theme with a beautiful wash of gold swiped across her eyelids. Makeup artist Erin Parsons was responsible for the gilded makeup look, sharing exactly how she illuminated Gigi's eyes using Maybelline Gold School Mono eye shadow and gold craft store glitter on Instagram.

Later, Gigi abandoned her minidress for a tracksuit, but she kept her glam makeup on.

Having already established a strong sense of athleisure street style, Gigi's outfit change only made sense. She was spotted arriving to her apartment after the festivities in a white cropped jacket, which spelled her name across the front. The tracksuit top, which featured a zipper featuring the letter "J," appears to have been designed by Juicy Couture.

Gigi's sister Bella Hadid and mother Yolanda Hadid were also at the party.

Bella honored the golden theme, wearing a leopard-print slip dress with gold flowers and shiny strappy sandals.

Their mom, and former "Real Housewives of Beverly Hills" star, Yolanda coordinated with Gigi in a shining gold dress with long-sleeves, and amped up the glam with hair extensions.

While Gigi's family members didn't appear to change into anything more comfortable, the birthday girl proved that it was her party and she would dress however she wanted.

Cheers to a golden year and proving that comfort triumphs — even on birthdays. 

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• BAGGU is a bag company known for its signature ripstop nylon tote, which can hold 50 pounds of stuff, folds down to a fraction of its size, and is waterproof. 
• Since it's so durable and comes in a variety of colors, you can use it to carry pretty much anything: groceries, laundry, supplies, or whatever else you want to transport with ease and style. 
• Customers are obsessed with these versatile bags and often stock up on multiples of the Standard BAGGU.

If you've ever admired a stranger's colorful nylon tote at the grocery store, beach, or on the subway, chances are that it's a BAGGU. These reusable nylon bags have been quietly taking the streets by storm since 2007, and more than one million have been sold to date. 

Though the maker of these eco-friendly shopping bags is 11 years old, with a team of close to 50 employees and retail locations sprinkling the coasts, it doesn't feel that way at all. BAGGU remains fresh, exciting, and more relevant than ever thanks to its simple yet effective bag design that encourages non-wasteful practices. Over the years, it has also made new types of bags such as canvas backpacks and leather purses and releases new prints eight times a year. 

Like many successful startups, BAGGU was born out of a personal frustration that, as became quickly apparent, many other people faced. When Parsons School of Design grad Emily Sugihara couldn't find a good reusable bag to buy, she thought she and her mom were the people who could design a better one.

Sugihara says that growing up, she was always creative. She landed her first job as a fashion designer, but realized, "While working at a large company, you're really siloed from the customer and the way your decisions actually filter through to the end product and back. I wanted to be more hands-on." Starting BAGGU was the perfect opportunity to act on this desire. 

According to Sugihara, the flagship product, the Standard BAGGU, was straightforward and easy to manufacture. She discovered the material ripstop nylon, which is durable and waterproof, and constructed the bag with strong stitching and few seams to decrease the chance of breakage. The Standard BAGGU measures 25.5 in. x 15.5 in. x 6 in. but folds flat into a 5 in. x 5 in. pouch, and can hold an impressive 50 pounds of stuff. It's also affordable ($10) and machine-washable, so for a low price you get many uses out of it.

Meanwhile, Big BAGGU ($14) measures 33 in. x 18 in. x 9 in. and is good for hauling loads of laundry or large grocery trips. The Baby BAGGU ($8) measures 18 in. x 10 in. x 4 in., the ideal mini size for a lunch or quick errands bag. 

It's not only the utility of the bag that makes it so successful. When I asked Sugihara what three words best describe BAGGU, she said, "Simple, useful, and delightful."

This last point is essential to attracting and retaining fans. As of this writing, there are 35 Standard BAGGU styles available on its website, ranging from solid colors to quirky prints like Grapefruit and Chow Chow. She says, "Because it's really useful but also aesthetically elevated, it has a super broad range of use cases." 

Whether you don't want to be saddled by the environmental waste and physical struggle of carrying multiple flimsy plastic grocery bags or need a weatherproof way to carry beach supplies, clothes, or even a pet, BAGGU can do the job. It expands easily to accommodate all your belongings, but unlike the canvas or cloth reusable bags sold at grocery stores, it packs down just as seamlessly to fit conveniently in your back pocket and stay out of your way. You won't be embarrassed to carry it around in public either, since it comes in a variety of colors and prints. 

With eco-friendliness becoming more of a necessity (an exponentially increasing number of cities are implementing plastic bag bans) than a passing trend, you're only going to be seeing more and more of these eye-catching BAGGU bags.

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• Adidas is releasing a new sneaker this spring, the Yung 1.
• Its chunky design, thick sole, and mix of suede and nylon materials have caused it to be labeled a "dad shoe."
• This kind of design is particularly popular right now.

Adidas dug through its archives for its new shoes.

Called the Yung 1, the shoe takes some obvious cues from the sneaker archetype that is dominating footwear: the "dad shoe." Adidas is likely intentionally creating that little bit of irony with the shoe's name.

In fact, the Yung takes inspiration from the old. The shoe's upper is based on the Falcon Dorf, an Adidas running shoe from the '90s. The sole, however, is all new. It has been updated for the modern world, though it is no longer going to be the pinnacle of running technology. 

Instead, it will take its place in the lineup of "dad shoes." These retro-inspired kicks have a chunky design, thick sole, and usually a mix of suede and nylon materials. Footwear News called Adidas' new model "the champion of the dad shoes."

Adidas is far from the only sneaker brand furthering this trend. Balenciaga, Louis Vuitton, Gucci, and even Kanye West's Adidas-collaborating Yeezy brand have all been dipping their toes into the "ugly fashion" waters. On the opposite end of the spectrum, dad shoes are a perennial best seller for brands like Nike and New Balance, where they sell for about $50 a pop.

The Cloud White color, though it won't be the only one for sale, will likely be the one that fits closest among the trend.

The Yung 1 is expected to go on sale in June for around $130. That makes it a much lower price than its high-fashion peers, but the shoe's design stays a cut above what your dad actually wears.

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• Melania Trump wore a glamorous cape on Monday, while welcoming the French president to the White House. 
• This isn't the first time the first lady has sported a cape or a pseudo-cape, crafted from her off-the-shoulders coats.
• The cape represents a glamorous sense of mystery that Trump wants to convey to America — something she has in common with Kim Kardashian, another fan of the cape. 
•  Capes are set to be "every where you look" in fall 2018, according to Vogue. 

Melania Trump is bringing back the cape. 

On Monday, the first lady sported a $2,790 Givenchy cape to welcome French president Emmanuel Macron and his wife Bridgette to the White House. 

This isn't the first time the first lady has been spotted in a high-fashion cape. Unlike Michelle Obama, who is known for her down-to-earth J. Crew, Trump has doubled down on her glamorous fashion choices. 

There's a clear strategy behind Trump's fashion choices which align her with another cape-lover — Kim Kardashian. 

Here's a brief history of Melania Trump's cape obsession, as well as why the cape craze is on the cusp of spreading across the US. 

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French President Emmanuel Macron and his wife Brigitte Macron's visit is just the most recent instance of Trump donning a cape.

She wore a $8,000 Monique Lhuillier caplet gown during a black tie dinner at the White House.

Source: Daily Mail

Trump also wore a cape-style dress while on a trip to Mar-a-Lago.

• Della BigHair-Stump creates prom dresses with authentic tribal patterns for teens in the Crow tribe.
• Pictures of her designs, which were shared on Twitter and Instagram, are going viral.
• BigHair-Stump, who is an enrolled member of the Crow tribe in Montana, told INSIDER that her work represents her identity, and that she only makes designs using patterns from her own tribe.

Whether you plaster your prom dress with the faces of your heroes or create a DIY masterpiece, everyone wants their prom dress to be meaningful and memorable. That's why Native teens are turning to designers like Della BigHair-Stump of Designs by Della to help them find the prom dresses that not only incorporate popular designs, but also traditional indigenous patterns.

Dresses made by Designs by Della went viral after Native writer Ruth H. Hopkins tweeted out pictures of the custom-made gowns on Sunday.

BigHair-Stump, who is an enrolled member of the Crow tribe from Montana, told INSIDER that her work represents her identity within her community, and that she only makes designs using patterns from her own tribe.

"The designs I use are original Crow designs that I made. My teachings come from my grandparents and mother," she said.

The designer, who was enamored by fashion magazines as a teenager, said that she is entirely self-taught and learned how to sew from watching her family members at home. "Growing up, my grandparents would be sitting around the table. One would be sewing, one would be beading, one would be drawing out designs and my grandpa would be working on feather work for war bonnets and dancing bustles," she said. 

She continued: "This was every day growing up in my home. From this, I was taught sewing, having the right to make our traditional Crow dresses, beading, drawing out our crow designs and knowing which colors to use and their meaning."

She puts this knowledge to use for her designs. Take for example the dress she made for Bella Aiukli Cornell, a member of the Choctaw tribe. Cornell's strapless red gown featured a printed top and a voluminous pleated skirt. Not only did the dress have a modern look, but its design had a special significance, the teen told Teen Vogue. "Red dresses are important to the Native community because it helps bring awareness to the missing and murdered indigenous women in Indian Country," Cornell said.

The teen also stressed the importance of representation within fashion. "I am a Chahta girl and representation matters, especially when we're expressing ourselves through couture," she said. "We have so many talented Native designers. It's important that they receive recognition for their efforts to preserve our culture."

That's why Designs by Della has taken off. 

And while people are loving her dresses for prom, the designer pointed out that the looks are quite versatile. "I make dresses to accompany the customer and when we figure out a style of dress then I go and bling it up with my Crow style," she said. "I also want to start making some menswear soon, and start making my own printed fabric. "

BigHair-Stump said she never expected her designs to go viral like they have, but she's glad it happened.

"I'm just honored and humbled that our younger generation really took interest in my designs. And prom is when you really dress up, so my designs came just in time for some," she said. "It took me awhile to let go and sell my creations. I surprise myself sometimes by what I create and don't want to let it go. But I know when you share your blessings, in return, you will be blessed."

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• After posting some cryptic photos on social media, Rihanna recently announced her newest venture: a size-inclusive lingerie line, Savage x Fenty.
• She even gave fans the first look at the line's style with a selfie on National Lingerie Day.
• Instead of expressing excitement, however, many fans were disappointed that she isn't releasing new music.
• "WE WANT FENTY X MUSIC," one person wrote.

Updated on Tuesday, April 24 at 5:30pm EST:

The first look at Savage x Fenty lingerie is here and we can't breathe. On Tuesday, Rihanna posted an Instagram of herself wearing a white teddy with red flower stitching, and it's honestly better than anything we imagined. Not only does RiRi look amazing, but the lingerie doesn't look like it belongs in K-Mart.

In addition to a first look, there's an official drop date of May 11. Will we be prepared for what's to come? Probably not. After seeing this sneak peek, we know what's to follow is about to be unreal. There's still no information on pricing or sizing, but knowing the singer, we can go ahead and bet she'll be looking out for ladies of all shapes and sizes. Time to stare at our computers waiting for another Instagram photo to hit the feed.

Original story published on April 20, 2018 at 5:30pm EST:

Just when everyone thought Rihanna had laid all her talents — music, activewear, beauty — on the table, girl went and dropped a Savage X Fenty lingerie line on us. The teasing began on April 17, with a mysterious post from Rihanna that man fans interpreted as hints about a new album. But the 30-year-old singer (and beauty and retail mogul), announced on April 20 it's actually a lingerie line that's "bout to light this up sis!"

We have to admit, we're a little shocked about this endeavor, but it looks like her music fans take the cake for being both surprised and upset. Lots of Twitter users are calling out RiRi for not releasing a new album since ANTI in 2016, and beg her to give them more music instead of clothes and makeup.

However, when closely looking at the profile pictures of commenters, it's obvious a majority of the disgruntled fans are male. A male user replied "You got male fans too," implying he can't partake in the lingerie fun, but a woman rightfully responded, "Nobody stopping you from wearing the dang lingerie too." Fair enough!

Look at actor Daniel Kaluuya of "Get Out" and "Black Panther," strutting down the red carpet in Fenty Foundation— he's not letting gender get in the way of enjoying himself a little Fenty. But honestly, we get it. Rihanna albums give a vibe like no other, and we want new music, too!

Still, you know everyone — including us, you, your mother, boyfriend, sister — will be grabbing for the pieces as soon as Rih finally reveals the lingerie drop date. As the Bad Gal says, "It bout to be lit" (just hopefully with music soon, too).

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Celebrities flock to the Met Gala, also known as the Met Ball, every year in glamorous outfits to fit the year's extravagant theme. 

The gala raises money for the Metropolitan Museum of Art's Costume Institute, but the elegant and exclusive event isn't exempt from scandal. 

Here are eight controversies surrounding the Met Gala. 

7. Tina Fey slammed the Met Gala as a "jerk parade."

Tina Fey went to the Met Gala in 2010, but she apparently did not have a great time. In a 2015 interview with David Letterman, Fey proceeded to rant about the gala, calling it "such a jerk parade."

She added, "Every jerk from every walk of life is there, wearing some stupid thing … It's just everybody, if you had a million arms, it's all the people you would punch in the whole world."

6. Demi Lovato left the Met Gala because of a 'complete b---h.'

Demi Lovato says that she left the 2016 Met Gala because another celebrity in attendance made her experience so bad that she had to leave the gala to attend an AA meeting.

She told Billboard, "This one celebrity was a complete b--- and was miserable to be around. It was very cliquey. I remember being so uncomfortable that I wanted to drink."

Some people claim it could be Nicki Minaj, but most don't think that's true. 

6. Anna Wintour reportedly refused to invite Kim Kardashian to the Met Gala for years.

It has been reported that Anna Wintour wanted to keep reality stars, including the Kardashians, away from the gala, but Kim Kardashian later attended with Kanye West in 2013. That's all water under the bridge now, and Kim has become a staple at the Met. 

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• Patagonia recently came out with the Nine Trails Line: a collection of backpacks and gear that cater to every type of adventurer (from mountaineers to cyclists) and included two women-specific designs.
• I tried out the Women's 26L Nine Trails Backpack ($159) built for full days on the mountain and I loved it.
• The women-specific design is comfortable and natural, the bag molds to your body and doesn't restrict movement, and it includes actually helpful features.
• You can find it at Patagonia and REI.

As perfectly exemplified by the infamous lady Bic pen, I firmly believe that not all products need to be made women-specific. I would even go so far as to say that a pink razor — under the right lab conditions — will work equally as well as the same razor in unapologetic baby-boy-blue.

But, having said that, some products really do benefit from women-specific tweaking and become far better as a result. And of that group, my favorite example may be Patagonia’s harness system.

I first encountered it with the Women’s Refugio backpack, which had designed its shoulder and sternum straps to fit a woman’s body rather than to fit a man’s — a surprisingly simple idea that meant, for the first time ever, a sternum strap didn’t cut directly across my chest and grow less comfortable and useful with movement.

Recently, Patagonia released a line called the Nine Trails designed to cater to every type of adventurer: including one 14L pack for cyclists, a women’s 18L and men’s 20L for minimalist day hikes,  a women’s 26L and men’s 28L for full day excursions, and a 36L for essentialists on overnight expeditions.

Of the two female-specific packs, the company sent the Women’s 26L Nine Trails pack for me to test. It comes in three colors: Geode Purple, Black, and Strait Blue for $159 each. 

When you’re and outdoor adventurer looking for a pack like this, you’ve generally got a running checklist in mind— and if you’re heading out into the elements with it, you’re probably going to be more critical than average about how it stacks up. Outdoor gear just simply has to function well, or it’s not good gear.

The 26L Nine Trails pack, for me, successfully knocked out everything on my wish-list. It is structured and secure without being uncomfortable, and the adjustable straps are designed intuitively so as to be unnoticeable and unobtrusive (a main feature of the “women-specific” design). It feels like an extension of your body, as it should.

The internal and side pockets were useful but not overdone, the main compartment is large and the U-shaped zip makes it easy to grab a lot or a little out at once, and the external stretch pockets allow you to overpack when need be and flatten to nothing when you don’t. The smaller internal stash pockets held small essentials I didn't want to be left loose, and the helpful side zippered pocket kept my ID and keys within reach.

The back panel has a breathable mono-mesh material to prevent moisture buildup and facilitate better airflow. 

It felt good on, carried weight evenly, and didn’t chafe my skin. It’s also treated with a polyurethane coating and a DWR (durable water repellent) finish. I can honestly say it's my new go-to for hikes that call for a bit more than just the essentials. 

For $159, it’s a bit more expensive than my average purchase, but it’s also the best option I’ve tried for a really great pack designed for a full day in the mountains. The women-specific harness and back panel made the harness feature actually useful rather than semi-practical but with the trade-off of a restrictive, uncomfortable fit — which is typically my complaint with harness packs.

There are limited reviews on Patagonia’s site (likely due to its recent release), but it seems to fall into two categories for customers: you love it, or you find the specially-designed straps to be too narrow. For me, this narrowness was key to the comfort I mentioned above. One reviewer mentioned the straps being too narrowly spaced and rubbing against her neck. But for me, this was fixed by a quick adjustment and tightening of the shoulder straps. From there, the straps lay flat against me in a way similar to a racer-back.

But if you do grab the Nine Trails pack and notice the same issues, it’s helpful to note Patagonia’s great return policy called the Ironclad Guarantee. As their site reads, “if your item isn’t working for you, send it in for a return or repair, hassle-free anytime.”

All in all, if you're looking for a super comfortable daypack that can mold to your body and handle a full day of hiking, then you'll likely find the Nine Trails backpack by Patagonia as the best option. 

Women's Nine Trails Backpack 26L, available at Patagonia, $159

Women's Nine Trails Backpack 26L, available at REI, $159

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• Blake Lively made heads turn in a navy tuxedo minidress at her latest red carpet appearance for CinemaCon 2018. 
• Proudly her own stylist, the "All I See Is You" star accessorized her menswear-inspired look with a colorful bowtie and patterned Louboutin heels.
• While the actress is known for her role as Serena van der Woodsen, she was giving us major Blair Waldorf vibes with her latest ensemble. 

Now, here's one celeb we've been waiting on to try out the controversial pantless trend — and, we have to say, she makes it look good.

Blake Lively commanded serious attention on Thursday when she stepped out at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas for CinemaCon 2018 baring a whole lot of leg in an androgynous-chic tuxedo dress by Sonia Rykiel over an Aritzia blouse inspired by classic men's shirting. The "All I See Is You" actress also delivered on the footwear front, wearing graphic-print Christian Louboutin pumps, which paired well with her eccentric Brackish bowtie.

Promoting her upcoming thriller, "A Simple Favor," Lively appeared alongside co-star Anna Kendrick during the Lionsgate presentation. The movie, which is based on a novel of the same name, is directed by Paul Feig (who was also present at the event) and premieres on Sept. 14.

Lively also took to Instagram to share her headline-making look, sharing a photo composite of three poses side by side, writing,  "Who wore it better?" (All three of you did, Blake.) It's not the first time she's been spotted on an official engagement in Louboutins; the star is a major fan of the designer — having worn five different pairs from the brand in a single day.

Here, another closeup of the Louboutins:

Click through the gallery to see a roster of celebs who have also attempted the pantless trend.

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• A group of anti-fur protesters crashed Gigi Hadid's meet-and-greet event in New York City.
• Footage shows the protesters pretending to be fans of the model, and then pulling out signs that read "Gigi Kills" and "Fur Scum."
• Hadid stepped away from the stage and returned minutes later.
• However, more protesters ambushed Hadid and security was forced to cancel the event.
• Hadid has yet to address the incident. 

With designers waiting to dress her and millions of fans desperate to copy her looks, Gigi Hadid is an undeniable fashion icon. But that doesn't mean that everyone is a fan of her outfits. On Thursday, the 23-year-old model was bombarded at a meet-and-greet by a group of anti-fur protesters who had an issue with her history of wearing fur.

The incident occurred at a signing for Hadid's collaboration with Tommy Hilfiger at a Macy's in New York City's Herald Square. In a video obtained by the Daily Mail, Hadid can be seen sitting at a table, waiting for the next fan as a woman, pretending to be a fan, approaches her. Hadid reaches up for a hug as the woman tells her something and tries to show her something on her phone.

When Hadid looks away to sign a card for her, the woman reaches from under her clothes and pulls out a sign with the words: "Gigi Kills." Seconds later, another woman approaches the table with a sign reading, "Fur Scum." The women are seen chanting, "Gigi Hadid. Shame on you!" as their signs are wrestled away from them and they're ushered off the premises by security. The video shows Hadid briefly looking up at the women's signs when they begin chanting before looking toward the crowd and back down at the table until the commotion is over.

The video then cuts to moments later when Hadid is escorted away from the stage to compose herself. According to fans who were there, Hadid returns minutes later to continue her signing. However, almost immediately after her return, the model was approached by protesters again, leading security to cancel the event.

Though it's unclear whether she was wearing real or faux fur, Hadid has been photographed wearing fur-looking clothes on many occasions.

Aside from a couple Instagram pictures from the event Hadid hasn't addressed the incident. Ironically enough, Tommy Hilfiger, Hadid's collaborator, went fur-free in 2007. We wonder when, if ever, Hadid did the same.

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Ah, the Met Gala— one of the biggest star-studded events of the year. Unless you're an A-list celebrity or fabulous designer, chances are you will never know what it's like to attend the "Oscars of the East."

But thankfully, enough celebrities and guests have spoken about the event that we have a glimpse of what it would be like to actually get into this storied ball.

From pricey tables to celebrity interactions, here's what it's really like inside the Met Gala.

The Met Gala serves a purpose — to raise money for the Metropolitan Museum of Art.

The Met Gala, known formally as the Costume Institute Gala, is a fundraising gala for the Metropolitan Museum of Art's Costume Institute. It's essentially an annual ball that serves as a glamorous arena of high fashion for designers and celebrities.

It's hosted by the chairwoman of the gala, Vogue's Editor-in-Chief Anna Wintour, with famous faces usually co-chairing the event. This year the honor went to Amal Clooney, Rihanna, and Donatella Versace. Last year, it was Katy Perry and Pharrell Williams.

Though it's been around since 1946, Wintour took over as chairwoman of the gala in 1999 and ever since then, it's gone from a philanthropic event to the "Oscars of the East." In addition to a red carpet spectacle, guests can expect a cocktail hour and formal dinner.

It's hosted on the first Monday in May every year at the Met in New York City.

The Met Gala takes place every year on the first Monday in May (obviously the inspiration behind the title of the documentary, "The First Monday in May," about the event).

It's not only the launch of the Costume Institute's annual show, but a time to recognize the East Coast's influence on celebrity and culture.

You probably will never get invited.

Sorry — if you're not an "It" actress, celebrity, musician, sports superstar, or designer, you're going to have to shell out, big time.

A ticket to the event can range from $30,000 for a single ticket to $275,000 for a table, according to The New York Times. Sometimes designers can get a table discount depending on the size of the brand and its relationship with Vogue, according to StyleCaster.

That money goes to the Costume Institute, by the way — in 2015, more than $12.5 million was raised, according to The Times.

Oh and just in case you thought you could save for it, Wintour reportedly has a say over every single invitation.

• Blake Lively wore four glamorous outfits in one day, according to a series of her Instagram posts on Sunday.
• While promoting her film, "A Simple Favor," Lively wore a stunning wardrobe of dresses, suits, and lots of Louboutins.
• In one post, Lively joked: "I only do movies to excuse absurd amounts of outfit changes per day."

On Sunday, Lively wore an impressive four ensembles to promote her film, "A Simple Favor." And though the grand total of outfits she wore didn't quite stack up to the number of pieces she wore to promote her film "All I See Is You," Lively made quite the sartorial impression.

First, the actress teased a glimpse of this whimsical black and white polka-dot dress by Zimmerman.

The gorgeous long-sleeve number featured a black ribbon that secured beneath the neck. 

Lively also slipped on a pair of transparent Christian Louboutin heels which appear to feature a soft-pink color-blocked toe and a shade of lavender lining the back. While the exact style is not confirmed, the pumps look similar to Christian Louboutin's "Lisabeth," which sell for $725 a pair.  

Then, Lively changed into a summery floral-print bustier dress by Michael Kors. 

Poking fun at herself, Lively captioned an Instagram photo of her outfit: "I only do movies to excuse absurd amounts of outfit changes per day..."

The actress swept back her hair into a loose updoà la Meghan Markle, and swapped her color-blocked Louboutins for a sparkling pair that were fully transparent. It seems that Lively's footwear choice may have even been inspired by her supermodel pal Gigi Hadid, who was recently spotted wearing clear, glittery Louboutin pumps to her 23rd birthday party.

According to her Instagram post, Lively spruced up her designer dress with a pair of Anthropologie earrings, a necklace by Lola James Jewelry, and a necklace by Jennifer Meyer Jewelry. 

For outfit number three, Lively went in a more casual direction with a neutral gray suit by Ralph Lauren. 

The Louboutin shoe parade continued, though this time, Lively went with a pair of bedazzled loafers that boasted a striking gold block heel.  In addition to her Lola James and Jennifer Meyer necklaces, Lively also wore jewelry by Lorraine Schwartz, Helen Ficalora, and Jacquie Aiche.

Lively's last outfit of the day left more to the imagination, as she only shared a sneak peek of fabric while playing a game of "Hangman." 

Although Lively refrained from sharing her blue tulle gown, she did show off her most extravagant pair of heels of the day: another pair of Christian Louboutins in a teal blue ombre design that faded into gold.

It's clear that Lively doesn't take herself too seriously, based on the captions of her posts. But the actress is passionate about dressing herself, even working as her own stylist. "I love design and I love fashion and it's a way to be creative," she said to Women's Wear Daily during an interview in March.

Lively's latest fashion dose comes a few days after she turned heads when she went business-chic in a blazer minidress complete with a bowtie and Louboutin heels.

She's truly on a roll, and we can't wait to see what she puts together for the upcoming Met Gala on May 7.

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• Rihanna recently announced her newest venture: a lingerie line called Savage x Fenty.
• The collection, available May 11, has already garnered attention for its body-positive advertisements and a wide range of sizes listed on the website.
• Teasers on Rihanna's social media accounts are notably marketing the lingerie to women of "all shapes and sizes."
• While many fans are applauding the size-inclusivity, others say that the size range still doesn't go far enough.

Rihanna's iconic status in both the music and beauty industries has probably already cemented the success of her newest venture, Savage x Fenty. The lingerie line, which will be available starting May 11, has already generated plenty of buzz — in no small part thanks to its size-inclusive marketing.

When Rihanna began dropping cryptic hints and teasers, fans noticed that the Savage x Fenty website suggests that the lingerie will be available in a wider variety of sizes than many are used to. Although the sizing has not been officially announced, when fans sign up for email updates, they are prompted to pick from bra sizes that range from a 32 band to a 44 band, with cup sizes from A to DDD; the underwear size range is XS to 3X.

For comparison, the largest bra band size at Victoria's Secret is 40; the largest underwear size at Victoria's Secret is XL. 

Following that initial discovery, Savage x Fenty has only doubled down on its budding body-positive reputation with teasers that feature "savages," as Rihanna writes, in "all shapes and sizes." Campaign videos have included a diverse array of models, including Lulu Bonfils and Molly Constable.

Most recently, Audrey Ritchie starred in a campaign video in which she speaks highly of her own "rolls, stretch marks, [and] cellulite."

"I have really giant boobs. They were double-Ds by the time I was in the eighth grade," Ritchie says in the video. "Whichever gender you choose to have sex with, you should be proud and find yourself sexually.”

In a market that, despite recent strides, remains starved of size-inclusivity, many fans are thrilled to see "thicker" women at the center of a major fashion campaign — especially one that focuses on shutting down fat-shamers and encourages women to feel comfortable in their own skin.

"This legit made me tear up. As a plus size woman it's so hard to find SEXY clothes because most plus size brands are still very safe and conservative, as if big girls don't want to look and feel sexy too,"one fan wrote in response to Ritchie's video. "I love Rihanna. I can't wait. Take my coins @SavageXFenty!"

Even the Fenty Beauty mogul herself, whose selfie gave fans their first look at the lingerie, has been the subject of body-shaming plenty of times — although she has not seemed particularly bothered, even describing herself as having "the pleasure of a fluctuating body type."

Predictably, many fans are praising Rihanna for "making lingerie for curvy girls," even calling her the "queen of inclusion" in Instagram comments.

"Yaaass representation of full-bodied women, thank you!!!!" one person wrote on Rihanna's Instagram.

But not everyone was impressed by the brand's "inclusive" claims. Many critics pointed out that the largest cup size offered on the website is a DDD, which falls significantly short of covering the entire sizing range for bras. 

In fact, Glamour reported in 2013 that the average bra size for American women is a 34E.

Cora Harrington, founder and editor-in-chief of The Lingerie Addict, responded to the video of Ritchie by pointing out that "DD cups are not 'really giant boobs.'"

Others critiqued the limited sizing options for the underwear.

Erica Joy Baker, a Senior Engineering Manager at Patreon and advocate for diversity, responded to the video of Ritchie with a simple question: "Is @SavageXFenty going to have pieces that fit cup sizes larger than DDD?"

Others responded to Baker's tweet with their own sizing qualms.

Other fans pointed out that Rihanna may plan to expand the sizing options in the future. In fact, it appears that the option for a DDD cup size was added after the website's initial launch, possibly in response to criticism. An "Other" option was also added at the bottom of the website's drop-down menu.

Rihanna has not yet responded to the criticism, but as a woman who has built her products' reputation on diversity and inclusivity — and tapped into a massive well of customers who are underserved by existing brands — it may be in her best interest to listen.

INSIDER contacted a representative for Rihanna who declined to comment on the record for this story.

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• Administrators at Divine Child High School in Dearborn, Michigan, will be handing out "modesty ponchos" to female students dressed "inappropriately" at prom, according to Fox 2.
• One student thinks the ponchos are a step "too far."
• The school already requires teachers and students to sign paperwork stating that they acknowledge the dance's dress code. 
  
• On Tuesday, the school's principal sent an email to parents addressing the situation that appeared to walk back earlier claims regarding the poncho.

A high school in Dearborn, Michigan, has come up with a solution for students dressing "inappropriately" at the Catholic school's upcoming prom, which is scheduled for May 12.

Students attending Divine Child High School's prom wearing dresses school officials consider too revealing will be given "modesty ponchos" to cover themselves, as Fox 2 News first reported.

The colorful ponchos, some of which are patterned, are currently on display on mannequins in the high school. A note attached to the ponchos reads as follows: "If your dress does not meet our formal dance dress requirements — no problem! We've got you covered — literally. This is our Modesty Poncho, which you'll be given at the door."

A student who spoke to Fox 2 is concerned about the policy, which she thinks shames students.

"I do believe the school has gone too far with this," said the student who spoke under the condition of anonymity for fear of retaliation from the school. "As we walk into prom, we are to shake hands with all the teachers and if you walk through and a teacher deems your dress is inappropriate you will be given a poncho at the door."

The student said she would rather skip prom than wear the garment.

The school already requires students and parents to sign paperwork detailing a dress code for the dance. 

Among other things, the dress code doesn't allow "plunging necklines," open backs, cutouts "below the traditional bra line," or any dresses that reveal visible tattoos or piercings (aside from ears), according to Fox 2.

The school's theology teacher Mary Pat O'Malley told Fox 2 that she came up with the idea as a way to help with the dress code.

"We are trying focus on the inner beauty and not draw attention to something that doesn't need attention drawn to it," O'Malley said. "It was really intended as a deterrent and a light-hearted one at that."

According to Fox, O'Malley and the school's principal agreed that parents haven't complained about the policy.

But one parent, who also asked to remain anonymous, expressed concerns to Fox 2.

"It's a method of shaming, a method of building and degrading to females and its interpretation what's modest and what isn't," the parent said.

The student told Fox 2 that one of her classmates was disciplined for speaking out against the ponchos. "Who knows what will happen to those who try and speak out against it," she said. The administrators could not confirm or deny that to Fox 2.

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• The Met Gala 2018 theme is "Heavenly Bodies: Fashion and the Catholic Imagination."
• It reportedly costs $30,000 for a ticket to attend the Met Gala.
• However, that's just the beginning of all the costs associated with the $3.5 million event.

The first Monday in May hosts the party of the year in the fashion world.

Dubbed the Oscars of the East, the annual Met Gala is back on May 7, themed "Heavenly Bodies: Fashion and the Catholic Imagination" to celebrate the Metropolitan Museum of Art's newest exhibition at the Costume Institute.

With 180 pieces on display, featuring high-end, expensive designers from Versace and Valentino to Dolce & Gabbana and Chanel, the exhibition will focus on the "dialogue between fashion and the masterworks of religious art."

Helmed by Vogue's Anna Wintour (and co-chaired this year by Rihanna, Donatella Versace, and Amal Clooney), the Met Gala is known for its best-dressed and worst-dressed celebrities, socialites, and businesspeople who walk the red carpet in their interpretation of the theme.

Anyone who is anyone is there, at least according to Wintour's handpicked and closely scrutinized guest list. 

But the cost to make an appearance during fashion's biggest night out is a steep one, and the cost to make the event happen is even bigger. For $30,000 a ticket, those who passed Wintour's approval can attend the $3.5 million event.

And that's just the beginning of all the money that goes into — and comes out of — what André Leon Talley refers to as "the Super Bowl of fashion."

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It cost $3.5 million to produce the Met Gala 2016.

Source: The Wall Street Journal

Tickets for the Met Gala 2017, which 550 people attended, cost $30,000 — that's enough to put a family of four over the poverty line. Some sources say tickets can even cost up to $50,000.

Source: Fortune, Page Six

Tables go for $275,000, but can go for up to $500,000. They cost even more if they're paid for by sponsors. Yahoo sponsored the Met Gala 2015 and reportedly paid $3 million for two tables.

Source: Fortune, Page Six

• In the first decade of her career, Adele's style has evolved while remaining true to her roots.
• From her signature cat-eye to a bold red lip, the singer loves to show off her classic beauty on the red carpet.
• But she's also got a great off-duty style, keeping things casual and fun.

It's hard to believe, but Adele has been in the spotlight for over a decade, beginning her dizzying ascent to fame after posting some of her first songs to her MySpace page … a fact that seems oddly quaint in our modern-day Facebook world.

Fast forward to 2018, and she's got 15 Grammy awards, 18 Billboard Music Awards, five American Music Awards, one Golden Globe award … oh, and one Oscar for good measure.

She has powerhouse pipes and talent well beyond her years, but it's her unique sense of style that we're obsessed with. From her signature cat-eye to her love of regal red carpet dresses, Adele's style — just like her music — has evolved over the years, and we've loved every look she's ever tried.

Check out 23 photos of Adele's style evolution over the years.

One of Adele’s first major appearances at the 2008 Brit Awards in London.

The singer changed things up by adding a black blazer for the red carpet.

The "Hello" singer looked like a mod queen at an event in September 2008, wearing an all-black ensemble with a pop of hot pink on the trimming of her cardigan.

She debuted blunt bangs and pin-straight locks with tons of volume.

She kept it comfy for a red carpet appearance in November 2008, wearing an oversized grey sweater over a black blouse and pant.

Adele styled her classic side pony with side-swept bangs.

• As if crotchless and ripped jeans weren't enough, one denim company decided to take the shredded look to a whole new level. 
• Carmar Denim is selling a pair of "extreme cut out" jeans that leave very little to the imagination. 
• The jeans are selling for $168, despite the slim amount of fabric that actually went into making them. 

Remember when jeans were just denim trousers? Then came the advent of skinny jeans, followed by the high-waisted and the "mom" cut... all fashion revolutions in their own right, at the time.

Oh, how things have changed. Now, there are all sort of kooky reincarnations of the humble wardrobe staple, from crotchless styles to pairs that have quite literally been ripped to shreds.

However, the latest sartorial scandal to take the jean world by storm comes courtesy of LA-based brand, Carmar Denim, whose "extreme cut out" jeans leave so little to the imagination, they're practically an anatomy lesson.

The unique garment is quite literally "cut out" in almost every area, hiding one’s modesty only very slightly via a few denim threads - the model wearing the jeans on the website also happens to pair them with a cut out swimsuit, just in case you didn’t get the memo.

The irony is of course that, despite how little fabric they consist of — just 20 grams — the jeans are rather pricey, setting adventurous consumers back $168 (£122).

Interestingly, the website describes the jeans as a "high rise pant with large statement cutouts on front and back."

It adds that they come in a "relax fit." However, it is unclear as to just how relaxed you have to be in order to wear them in public.

Naturally, people have responded to the jeans with dismay on social media.

"Please somebody tell me this is a joke shop and there aren't people dumb enough to pay $168 for this," wrote one person on Twitter.

"It's almost like they ran out of ideas," added another, "'Hey guys lets come up with some ideas for some new fashion!' *guy in the back raises hand* 'I know! Lets make pants that look like a harness.' Literally, the stupidest thing I've ever seen."

One thing’s for sure, if you do decide to don these jeans, underwear is most certainly advisable, particularly if adhering to the standards of common decency is something you stand by.

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