Table of contents for August 2019 in Harper's Bazaar

Stylist’s Tip Easily add a pop of color through statement earrings. #TheLIST WALK ON THE WILD SIDE Make it a fierce fall with a fusion of animal prints that lend a bite to everyday dressing—and fear not, it’s much easier than you think. Stylist’s Tip For a tamer take on mixed animal prints, stick to neutral tones.…

MOST WANTED WELLNESS EDITION Self-care isn’t a fad, it’s a necessity—enhance your mind, body, and soul. IN GOOD FORM Everyone secretly wants to re-create that Flashdance moment—you know the one. Now you can, but the yogi version. Don’t dare to bare? The bodysuit also layers perfectly with denim, trousers, and leggings. WRITE FOR YOU Healthy mind, healthy body. Whatever your goals, set yourself up for growth by writing down your intentions and reflecting on the journey. POWDER UP But first, matcha. Get your caffeine fix without the crash and with a dash of the brand’s beautifying adaptogenic blend. SPIN OFF When it comes to casual-cool attire, Alexander Wang knows a thing or two. The designer is taking athleisure back to its roots and reviving bike shorts and matching sets you…

Now that you have our August issue, get ready to shop it. Look for SB the icon next to an item in Harper’s BAZAAR: It means the item is available to buy on ShopBAZAAR.com—the online store brought to you by our editors. We’ve partnered with the best specialty boutiques, most coveted designers, and prestige beauty brands to present the must-have fashion and beauty edit of the season, in a shopping destination that’s open around the clock and around the world.…

MINISKIRT Make your mini office-appropriate with a long blush-colored blazer that grazes your hemline. Complete the Working Girl vibe with cool kicks. UNSTRUCTURED Go with the flow in soft suiting. A white tee and neutral pumps temper vibrant pink. THREE-PIECE Reinvent the traditional menswear style with a coordinating coat instead of a vest. A playful patchwork bag pops against muted tones. PEAKED LAPEL Don’t be shy about mixing metals. Luxe gold accessories lend a sexy, feminine touch to a Lurex jacquard tuxedo jacket. PLAID Add a youthful, insouciant air to haberdashery patterns with white high-tops. PALAZZO PANTS Put a breezy spin on eveningwear with wide-legged linen pants and a matching blazer. A structured bag gives instant polish.…

“I love that more beauty brands are expanding their shade ranges. There have been times when I got out of the makeup chair and my skin looked gray.” For Yara Shahidi, activism is in the genes. Her grandfather was a friend of the Black Panthers, her aunt was the first Iranian-American woman to go to the International Space Station, and her beloved Joon Joon (her paternal grandmother) founded an animal shelter. So perhaps it’s no surprise that Shahidi, 19, hasn’t spent her summers lounging on the couch: At 15, the actress founded Yara’s Club, an online mentoring program, and a few years later, Eighteen x 18, a platform that encourages voter registration. Her cause-driven approach has elevated her to Gen Z megastardom, attracting the attention of more than three million…

IT’S THE ULTIMATE rude awakening: You get out of bed one morning, look in the mirror, and are confronted by dark circles under your eyes, maybe a bit of sagging along your lids. No problem, you think. All you need is a good night’s sleep. Then you remember, you did have a good night’s sleep. That tired look is actually your new normal. Until recently women faced with this situation had two options: surgery, or invest in an extensive wardrobe of sunglasses. But that was then. Now a combination of minimally invasive treatments can take the place of plastic surgery. “When it comes to the no-knife lift, it’s all about the three R’s,” says Adam Kolker, M.D., a New York plastic surgeon. “Relax, refill, resurface.” RELAX MUSCLES Botox may not…

For a whiter, more radiant smile, makeup artists have long recommended wearing a lip shade with blue undertones. Maybelline New York makes it simple with four smile-brightening shades: Frozen Rose, Frosted Mauve, Crisp Magenta, and Optic Ruby. PERMANENT VACATION The closest things to summer in a bottle, our favorite new scents have the power to lighten your mood thanks to notes of fresh citrus (Louis Vuitton), salty sea air (Bond No. 9), and orange blossom (Krigler). GLOSS OVER IT The dewy skin look has given rise to another trend: glass highlighters. Tapped over cheekbones, these silky gels impart glow but without sparkle. Kevyn Aucoin Glass Glow Face in Crystal Clear ($32); Beautyblender Glass Glow Shinelighter ($25). Both, shopBAZAAR.com COVER UP We know we’re supposed to reapply SPF throughout the day,…

FASHION FOR A CAUSE The seventh annual Lincoln Center Women’s Leadership Council Spring Fashion luncheon was hosted at The Pierre, with fashion sponsor Escada, on April 5. The program included spring fashion and beauty trend presentations by Editor in Chief Glenda Bailey and Beauty Director Jessica Matlin and a Q&A with Digital Executive Director Joyann King and model, actress, and businesswoman Christie Brinkley. The Women’s Leadership Council is a group of passionate and involved business leaders and philanthropists who share a common goal of raising unrestricted dollars for the eight performing arts organizations and two educational institutions at Lincoln Center. BAZAARTHEBUZZ.COM FACEBOOK.COM/HARPERSBAZAAR @HARPERSBAZAARUS @HARPERSBAZAARUS…

As we wrapped up this issue, I had the tremendous honor of standing before Prince William at Buckingham Palace to receive my damehood. It was a day I will remember for the rest of my life. On the morning of the investiture ceremony, I put on a beautiful ensemble: a Valentino dress, Jimmy Choo heels, a Philip Treacy fascinator, and a Gabriela Hearst bag, then reported to the palace, where I learned that I was to be first up in line! As I was presented with my medal and insignia, to the classical tune “All on a Cold Winter’s Night”—an unexpectedly fitting song for a chilly London day in May—I spotted my family and friends watching proudly from special seats, and it made the moment even more perfect. As a…

THE HERO A must-have item from the editors of Harper’s BAZAAR London-based Alighieri has a flair for the classics—Dante’s Divine Comedy, to be exact. The entire collection is inspired by the poet’s work, and this unique pendant depicts the scene in which the protagonist emerges from Inferno and sees light for the first time—symbolizing hope, new beginnings, and the adventures that lie ahead. Crafted with 24k gold-plated bronze and an adjustable chain so you can layer it with your other pieces effortlessly, this is a modern heirloom worth treasuring.…

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COZY CHIC EASY POLISH Channel the country-house chic of Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge, in dark-wash denim tucked into smart riding boots. A chunky knit and a quilted jacket pull together the sporty look. Make like Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, on a royal tour in black jeans and pointy pumps. An oversize blazer and a sleek black turtleneck keep it professional.…

MIDI SKIRT Play up your assets with a one-button jacket and a curve-skimming midi skirt. Banana Republic blazer, $179, and skirt, $98.50. bananarepublic.com. BELTED Accentuate your waist by cinching a boxy jacket with a wide belt in the same hue. Giada blazer and pants. 617-350-8868. DOUBLE-BREASTED Camouflage your midsection with an oversize double-breasted blazer. Brunello Cucinelli jacket, $4,995, and pants, $1,995. 212-334-1010. Stylist’s Tip: With a head-to-toe look, keep accessories to one color.…

EXHIBITION GOOD VIBRATIONS One shore you shouldn’t miss this summer: Sun & Sea (Marina), at the Venice Biennale’s Lithuanian Pavilion. The multidisciplinary opera, which features performers singing about pressing ecological issues as they sunbathe on an indoor beach, was awarded the fair’s top prize, the Golden Lion. Through November 24. FASHION TEEN SPIRIT From groovy sequined gowns to far-out floral jacquard, Michael Kors’s fall collection was a blast from the past. The MKC Monogram bags feature a logo inspired by fashion sketches Kors made back in high school when he was dreaming about what his brand might look like one day. EXHIBITION HISTORY LESSON “An Enquiring Mind,” an exhibition co-curated by Manolo Blahnik at London’s Wallace Collection, juxtaposes the designer’s fantastical footwear—like the candy-colored shoes he created for Sofia Coppola’s…

YOU’VE SEEN the look, even if you didn’t notice. In shades ranging from beige to taupe, subtle manicures were ubiquitous on the fall runways. Proenza Schouler, Carolina Herrera, and 3.1 Phillip Lim all featured muted hues. Even Chanel—always a bellwether of statement nail polish—debuted a sunlit tan shade, Afterglow ($28), in its newest color collection. “Many women are taking a break from the bold manicure trend and opting for more calming neutral colors,” says Essie Global Lead Educator Rita Remark. A note of caution: This nearly naked mani requires that you pay extra attention to the details. Here’s how to nail it. 1 SHAPE & HYDRATE Polish is only one part of this luxe-looking manicure. Equally important? Maintaining a sporty, short nail length and healthy cuticles. Find your ideal nail…

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AT 17, I WON MY FIRST GRAND SLAM, and I knew I had more in me. In fact, I was so sure that when I packed up my life and left my dad’s house to move in with my sister Venus, I told him he could keep my US Open trophy. Don’t worry, I assured him. I would get another one for my house. Now that was confidence. I went on to win the US Open not one or two but six times. Since that fateful victory in 1999, I’ve won 23 Grand Slam singles titles, 39 Grand Slam titles in all, and countless gold medals. I have been asked what keeps me motivated to continue playing tennis. To me, the answer is simple: I love the sport. When I’m…

MY CUBBING EXPERIENCE began in the warm-up area outside the dressage ring at a horse competition. The way competitions are arranged, you can sometimes find yourself in the ring with a rider who went to the Olympics or, in this case, a man who is a lot younger than you. My cub was like a character out of Crazy Rich Asians: six foot four, attractive, impeccably mannered, and from a very, very wealthy family in Asia. He was also 21. That night, after the competition, I went to dinner with friends, and my cub came into the restaurant with a flotilla of trainers, all of them dressed in white shirts and khakis. He sent over a bottle of sparkling wine, and when he came by our table to say hello,…

HERE at Bazaar we make it our mission to celebrate authenticity. This month, we explore the concept of “real beauty” with a series of portfolios in Chapter 5 featuring strong, inspirational women whose images are completely unretouched. These unfiltered photographs let the subjects’ unique qualities shine (abetted, of course, by incredible hair and makeup!). For our cover story, Serena Williams posed for a gilded photo shoot. In the accompanying essay, written by Williams, the elite athlete opens up about her fight for equality on the tennis court (page 112). Elsewhere, actress Yara Shahidi sports a gorgeous natural beauty look (page 87); and Crazy Rich Asians star Awkwafina—who makes her debut as a dramatic lead in this summer’s The Farewell—engages in a frank conversation about Asian representation in film with her friend…

The OVERSIZE BLAZER 1 Dress for prep success by pairing a roomy jacket with a flowing dress. Boss jacket, $695, and dress, $745. hugoboss.com. Lynn Paik Millinery hat, $425. The Millinery Shop, NYC; 212-677-6797. Gabriel & Co. ring, $350, and bangle, $550. gabrielny.com. Etro bag, $1,420. 212-317-9096. Longchamp boots, $1,080. longchamp.com. Fashion editor: Joanna Hillman The LOGO BAG 2 The freshest way to wear a shoulder bag: clutched in the crook of your arm. Valentino coat, $6,900, dress, $4,600, and top, $1,490. Similar styles available at 212-355-5811. Valentino Garavani earrings, $425, and bag, $2,575. Similar styles available at 212-355-5811. 3 Choose a tall boot to avoid a gap with the hemline of your dress. 4 Balance strong shoulders with a soft bow. The TIE-NECK BLOUSE 5 Add a dash of…

KEEP • Razor-sharp tailoring • Wide-legged tuxedo pants • Heavy metal accents RECYCLE • Cigarette pants • Ballet flats • Off-the-shoulder tops…

FASHION FOR A CAUSE The seventh annual Lincoln Center Women’s Leadership Council Spring Fashion luncheon was hosted at The Pierre, with fashion sponsor Escada, on April 5. The program included spring fashion and beauty trend presentations by Editor in Chief Glenda Bailey and Beauty Director Jessica Matlin and a Q&A with Digital Executive Director Joyann King and model, actress, and businesswoman Christie Brinkley. The Women’s Leadership Council is a group of passionate and involved business leaders and philanthropists who share a common goal of raising unrestricted dollars for the eight performing arts organizations and two educational institutions at Lincoln Center. BAZAARTHEBUZZ.COM FACEBOOK.COM/HARPERSBAZAAR @HARPERSBAZAARUS @HARPERSBAZAARUS…

NO DRESS has ever changed my life. Marrying my husband, Keith [Urban], having children—those things changed my life. Nevertheless, the fairy-tale aspect of wearing couture is a glorious sidebar to my career. Golly, it is still lovely to me. I always say, “I’m going to the ball,” when I’m walking a red carpet because it really does have that Cinderella quality. When you’re nominated for an award, you’re very emotionally invested. But last year after the Emmys and the Golden Globes [at each of which Kidman took home an award for best actress, for Big Little Lies], going to the Oscars as a presenter was just plain fun. I wore an Armani Privé dress, and I have to say they really take care of the details, like how to make…

PISCES FEBRUARY 20–MARCH 20 You’ve grown complacent about a close relationship, but this month one or two areas will require attention from both of you. LUCKY DAY: The 19th. Ideas rejected ages ago are revived—to your delight. AQUARIUS JANUARY 21–FEBRUARY 19 You’ve neglected self-care recently, so ask yourself if you really should take on more commitments. Stopping to reflect on how you’ve been coping would be hugely beneficial. LUCKY DAY: The 23rd. Disclosure of your most intricate plans favors you. CAPRICORN DECEMBER 22–JANUARY 20 You’ll realize that a personal or professional partnership is lacking in crucial ways. The other person may not agree, so proceed with caution. LUCKY DAY: The 29th. At a crossroad, you pick the best route. SAGITTARIUS NOVEMBER 23–DECEMBER 21 Everyday duties must be dealt with if…

PEOPLE TEND TO THROW AROUND the term “real beauty,” but as for what it actually means? There’s less of a cultural consensus about that. For some, it suggests a holistic lifestyle of Pilates and pressed raw juices. For others, it’s as much an attitude as it is an aesthetic—it’s about unbridled self-confidence, at any size or any age. Regardless of where you fall on the spectrum, once the preponderance of selfie filters and medical procedures promising to make us look like ourselves—only better—is added in, the question becomes, Can beauty be real if it’s fake or filtered? The plot thickens. said real beauty starts with feeling confident on the inside 98% AVERAGE AGE WOMEN FELT MOST BEAUTIFUL: ON THE INSIDE: 37 ON THE OUTSIDE: 28 To help shed some light…

CELESTE BARBER never set out to be a social media star. “I just wanted to make people laugh,” she says, referring to her Instagram series, #Celeste ChallengeAccepted, in which she creates side-by-side parodies of some of the most smoldering celebrity photos. Five million–plus followers later, Barber is an Internet phenom with an A-list following. Bazaar chatted with the 37-year-old Aussie about fashion, Hollywood, and self-image. HARPER’S BAZAAR: We just saw you mimic a photo that was in Bazaar! It was Hailey Bieber grocery shopping in a swimsuit with slippers. It’s sort of a compliment to get the Celeste Barber treatment now. CELESTE BARBER: That photo of Hailey was scary to do. I usually don’t ask permission. HB: Do celebrities or models ever get upset when you re-create their pics? CB:…

On February 11, 2017, my life and those of my teenage children were changed forever. Their father, the man I had been married to for 21 years, killed himself at approximately 8:30 a.m. that day. Rob’s suicide had come completely out of the blue—simply put, there were no warning signs. Just two weeks earlier, he and I had sat tearfully but bravely in a courtroom, where we amicably finalized our mutually agreed-upon divorce. We had been so proud that we managed to do divorce in an evolved way. There was no vicious fighting, no cheating, no petty or destructive behavior—just a sad ending to one part of our lives together. We had felt good about our unshakable commitment to keeping our children’s needs paramount, and we behaved in a way…

IN 2016, Awkwafina and I collaborated on “Green Tea,” a rap video send-up of Asian stereotypes, and we became instant friends. Since then she’s shined in Crazy Rich Asians and Ocean’s 8, and is now making her first foray into drama with The Farewell, a film about a Chinese family that doesn’t tell its matriarch she’s dying, and instead stages one last hurrah. With a Comedy Central series also on the horizon, Awkwafina isn’t just an EGOT in the making—she’s a one-woman revolution. When I watch her onscreen, I experience something that’s rare for Asian-Americans: I feel seen, like a cloak of invisibility has been lifted. Here, I catch up with my new favorite movie star. MARGARET CHO: After Crazy Rich Asians, did things feel very different? AWKWAFINA: I thought…

It began with an e-mail from the House of Dior, from a stranger I’d read about: Maria Grazia Chiuri, the first woman to become creative director of that venerable French institution. She was writing to request my collaboration on feminist T-shirts for her Fall 2019 collection and invite me to her show in Paris. Being a creature of words, I’m grateful that the three anthologies I edited—Sisterhood Is Powerful, Sisterhood Is Global, and Sisterhood Is Forever—had achieved cult status. But Dior T-shirts bearing their titles was something I never anticipated. Maria Grazia wrote that the Sisterhood Is Global Institute, the organization that Simone de Beauvoir and I cofounded in 1984, would receive a donation plus a percentage of the profit from each T-shirt sold. Feminists like ourselves—who work with grassroots…

Covers Newsstand Stella McCartney gown, $3,620. bergdorfgoodman.com. Tiffany & Co. earrings, $1,650, and necklace, $4,600. tiffany.com. Subscriber Ralph Lauren Collection cape, $17,000. ralphlauren.com. Bulgari Serpenti High Jewelry bracelet, price upon request. 800-BULGARI. Christian Louboutin sandals, $995. 888-856-8247. Internal (on model) Fendi coat, $3,690. fendi.com. Barbour boots, $99. 212-570-2600. Messika Paris earring, $10,830. messika.com. Internal (on Williams) Stella McCartney gown, $3,620. bergdorfgoodman.com. Tiffany & Co. earrings, $1,650, and necklace, $4,600. tiffany.com. Cartier Juste un Clou earring, $810. 800-CARTIER. Welcome to the Issue Page 24 Hermès necklace, $742,400. Must-Haves Page 45 Givenchy windbreaker and jacket, prices upon request. Page 46 Dior shirt, skirt, necklace, belt, tights, and shoes, prices upon request. Grand Bazaar Page 50 Dior belt, price upon request. Page 51 Sandro coat, price upon request. Dior Fine Jewelry ring, price upon request. Rolex watch,…