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May 2026
Interview by Samantha Leach
Photographs by Emily Soto
Styled by Stephanie Sanchez
The Vanity Project
Welcome To The Vanity Project
An exhaustive 17-part guide to our new, wildly transparent beauty era.
The Perfectionist
She’s the go-to face wizard for the stealthy and the wealthy. What’s her secret formula?
Will Going Under the Knife Make You Richer?
A deep dive into intervention as investment.
Olivia Jade, On The Record
She’s spent the better half of a decade avoiding the press and channelling a brand of hot, cool, and unbothered to her millions of followers. Now, with the launch of her first-ever makeup line, Olivia Jade is finally ready to talk.
Will Sharpe Is At The Center Of It All
With a starring role in the new Amadeus out now and an Apple series of his own on the horizon, the British multihyphenate is living on the edge no longer.
We Can’t Stop Watching Barbie Ferreira
The Faces of Death and Mile End Kicks star dreamt of working in Hollywood since childhood. How’d she get there? By avoiding overexposure, ignoring the discourse, and keeping her inner fangirl close.
Daniel Radcliffe, Man Of The People
The former wizard now finds power in range — from an aching stage drama to a silly sitcom to Winnie the Pooh.
Michelle Randolph Makes It Hot To Care This Much
The star of Landman and Scream 7 is big on manifestation — but overprepares like it’s her job.
Sam Claflin’s Year Of Rest & Relaxation
After burnout and heartbreak, the actor took nine months off to reset — and learned how to stop people-pleasing, start healing, and show up for himself.
Tom Blyth Gets Loose
After a string of dark dramas, the British actor enters his rom-com era with the Netflix version of Emily Henry’s People We Meet On Vacation.
Perfectly In Sync
After a health scare and a seven-year hiatus, Olympian-sibling duo Alex and Maia Shibutani are returning to competitive skating. This time, they’re doing it for themselves.
Why Not Coco Jones?
This year, the Bel-Air star released her debut album, got engaged, toured with her idols, and booked the Super Bowl. She’s not done trying to win you over.
Meet The New Queens Of ‘RuPaul’s Drag Race’
Before they enter the werk room, the Season 18 cast gave Bustle a peek at their major looks, humor, and larger-than-life personalities.
Josh Hutcherson Is Madly In Love
With his I Love LA castmates (looking at you, Jordan Firstman), his girlfriend (of 13 years), and the work.
Friends For Eternity
Miles Teller and Da’Vine Joy Randolph play unlikely besties in A24’s new romantic comedy. Off set, they’re still cracking each other up.
Brittany Snow Is Owning The Moment
After 30 years of playing the best friend, Snow now has a bonafide TV hit and a buzzy new show opposite Claire Danes. No wonder she’s never been happier.
Lee Pace’s Naughty Streak
The actor swears he’s “extremely boring” and shrugs at being called “daddy” — but comes alive playing a villain.
Stanley Tucci, Perennial Tastemaker
The actor and all-around connoisseur opens up about style, The Devil Wears Prada 2, and his beautifully busy spring.
On 'The Other Bennet Sister,' Dónal Finn Is A Natural-Born Yearner
'One Nightstand' With Julia Louis-Dreyfus
Luísa Sonza Feels It All
Celebrity News
Hold On, Katy Perry & Josh Groban Used To Date?
The 'Mormon Wives' Are Hashing It Out In The Comments
Sally Field Has No Interest In Typical Rom-Coms, Thank You Very Much
'Legally Blonde' Fans, You’re Overreacting To The 'Elle' Teaser
Lisa Kudrow Doesn’t Actually Think Ross Was A Bad Boyfriend On 'Friends'
Ciara Miller Is Manifesting A Y2K Summer
The reality star on early 2000s nostalgia, style icons, and her new Old Navy campaign.
'One Nightstand' With Julia Louis-Dreyfus
When it was her turn to choose her book club’s next read, Julia Louis-Dreyfus chose a novel that left her “crying uncontrollably.”
One Nightstand With Colman Domingo
The Michael and Euphoria star shares his four favorite books, including the one he keeps by his bedside.
'One Nightstand' With Elizabeth Banks
From Effie Trinket to her latest role in ‘The Miniature Wife,’ the actor reflects on the moments that defined her career — and the books that shaped her along the way.
'One Nightstand' With Caitríona Balfe
The four books the Outlander actor can’t stop thinking about — and gifting to friends.
'One Nightstand' With Viola Davis
The EGOT winner, who just co-authored a novel with James Patterson, reflects on the books that helped her understand herself and the world.
'One Nightstand' With Daniel Radcliffe
The actor, back on Broadway in Every Brilliant Thing, reveals his four favorite books and how Harry Potter shaped his love for reading.
'One Nightstand' With Felicity Jones
The two-time Oscar nominee reveals her favorite books and how she finds modern meaning in classic works.
'One Nightstand' With Lisa Rinna
As she releases her new memoir, the reality star reveals her favorite books, and how The Traitors showed the “real” her.
'One Nightstand' With Jennifer Garner
The actor shares the childhood classics that made her a reader — and the librarian who changed her life.
'One Nightstand' with Elizabeth Olsen
The Eternity actor is off Instagram and embracing her reading era.
'One Nightstand' With Haley Lu Richardson
The Ponies actor reflects on turning 30 on set and her new poetry collection that helped make sense of it all.
'One Nightstand' With Allison Williams
The Regretting You star and erstwhile English major loves a literary classic.
'One Nightstand' With Penn Badgley
The Gossip Girl and You actor reflects on faith, family, and the books that shaped him along the way.
'One Nightstand' With Lena Waithe
The multi-hyphenate opens up about her favorite books — and reveals her next big project.
iS Clinical's New Eye Gel Is The Closest Thing To An IRL Blur Filter
The GeneXC Firming Eye Gel smooths, firms, and de-puffs in minutes.
Girls Just Wanna Be Regular
The pendulum has swung from proteinmaxxing to fibermaxxing, and with that shift, the latest wellness benchmark — at least according to a set of bold influencers — is decidedly scatological.
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Breanna Stewart Has Her Eye On The Prize
The WNBA vet shares how she gets inspired for tunnel walks and the secret way she’s competitive with Sue Bird.
"Pill Nails" Put A Graphic Twist On Classic French Tips
The Korean manicure trend features color-blocking and blunt horizontal lines.
Hold On, Katy Perry & Josh Groban Used To Date?
The singer reacted to his engagement by referencing “The One That Got Away.”
May 16’s New Moon Is Drama-Free For These 2 Zodiac Signs
Turn your ideas into reality.
May 16’s New Moon Is Taking These 3 Zodiac Signs On A Journey
Make the first move.
Jenna Lyons Is Back In Her Happy Place
Post-RHONY, the entrepreneur dives into J.Crew nostalgia, boundary-pushing men’s fashion, and the future of the Met Gala.
Most Of 'The Devil Wears Prada 2' Characters Can Barely Afford Their Outfits
How much does the Runway staff actually earn? An investigation.
This "Ugly" Shoe Trend Is Back & Bella Hadid Is Making It Extra Chic
It’s just what the Chloé girl renaissance has been missing.
