Innholdsfortegnelse for April 2019 i Cosmopolitan

It’s Fashion Week as we finish the last pages of this issue, which, as you can guess, is a totally chaotic and thrilling time. (That’s especially true for my managing editor, who’s currently trying to locate me because I’m way overdue to turn in this text!) While I’ve worked at women’s magazines my whole career, it’s only in the past few years that I’ve started going to NYFW shows, and I have to tell you: I don’t think I’ll ever not feel like the new girl. Maybe because I’m still so dazzled by it all. Sure, we editors love to bitch about how hard it is to get work done when we’re running around New York City going to fashion shows all day…but we’re running around New York City going…

Hey I’d pay to be humiliated by you “Because girls have to start the conversation on Bumble, I always send this funny GIF from Broad City that says “How you doin’?” to break the ice. I have literally no idea where his answer came from. There’s nothing in my profile to indicate I’d want to be messaged like that and nothing in his profile that indicated he’d say something like that. Glad I can finally ‘humiliate’ him for free by publishing this in a magazine!” —LAURA C., 25 If your left leg is Thanksgiving and your right leg is Christmas, can I visit you between the holidays? “I deleted Tinder for a while because I kept getting creepy messages, but then I decided to try it again. Right away, I…

1999 – 2000 Beyoncé Giselle Knowles and Shawn Corey Carter meet for the first time. 2001 They start dating. In 2001, Jay-Z said that when they appeared on Vanity Fair’s November 2001 cover, they’d just begun seeing each other. OCT. 2002 First musical collaboration! “So let’s lock this down like it’s supposed to be, the’03 Bonnie and Clyde, Hov and B.” —“’03 BONNIE & CLYDE,” BEYONCÉ & JAY-Z MAY 2003 Bey’s first solo single, “Crazy in Love,” features Jay-Z, and everyone’s like, “We see you.” MAY 2003 “’Cause your love’s got the best of me, and baby you’re making a fool of me. You got me sprung and I don’t care who sees.” —“CRAZY IN LOVE,” BEYONCÉ 2004 Bey and Jay bless the MTV Video Music Awards with their first…

HE FOUND LOVE IN THE CLUB “The whole Five Feet Apart cast stayed in New Orleans, so we all went out to strip clubs. After bouncing from club to club, we knew that we were going to get along. New Orleans has this way of opening up even the most introverted people to having a good time.” GREAT NEWS: HE LOVES A GOOD ROM-COM “I mean, would Princess Bride be considered a rom-com? That, hands down, is definitely my favorite. Every part feels iconic. I think those kinds of movies are in rare supply nowadays.” ALL HAIL THE PRINCE OF PRANKS “I take tremendous pride in jump-scaring people whenever I get a chance—hiding around corners, dropping from the rafters, screaming from a ladder up above. My costar Haley Lu Richardson…

PUT A BLAZER ON IT Class up your trusty old chambray shirt with a bold jacket. scan to shop To shop, scan with the Amazon app. JUST ADD FRILL And your basic denim topper is now worthy of date night. To shop, scan with the Amazon app. scan to shop PUT AWAY YOUR PLAIN WHITE TEE Make everyday jeans look super-femme with blouses in pretty prints. scan to shop To shop, scan with the Amazon app. BREAK OUT THE BEDAZZLER Time for your denim to find its light, ladies. (We’re only half joking.) To shop, scan with the Amazon app.…

1 COMMIT TO A SERUM Peptides, lipids, biotin, and panthenol strengthen lashes to grow longer, stronger, shinier, and more resistant to breakage. 2 BUST OUT THE CURLER The rubber guard on this one gives lashes a soft curve instead of a hard bend and ensures you won’t do any damage in the process. 3 LAYER ON MASCARA The right wand is clutch: Benefit’s grabs the lashes, then separates, lifts, and locks them into a C shape for up to 12 hours of curl.…

1. FOUNDATION THAT’S BETTER THAN A FILTER “For me, fullcoverage makeup feels kind of awful. But not this one. I tried it when I was having a terrible skin day, and it made a big diff. It’s long-wearing and lightweight, with zero heaviness or caking.” —Carly Cardellino Vaccaro, beauty director 2. A CURL MASK THAT’S ACTUAL MAGIC “I raked this through my fine hair before shampooing and was left with the softest, shiniest curls of my life. It is packed with oils but wasn’t greasy like most treatments. Is this what fancy feels like?” —Chloe Metzger, senior beauty editor 3. THE NEW GLOW-UP GO-TO “This glycolic acid treatment is the reason I broke up with my favorite face scrub of three years (!!!). I brought it home a few weeks…

AROUSAL BOOSTERS The Tingly Staple A small bit of it on your clit or nipples goes a long way (like all the way through foreplay). It’s the perk-up your parts need pre-touching. The Sexy Munchies This is the first of two cannabis-related products we’re honoring, because weed is truly having a moment in the sexual-wellness world for its arousing qualities. These chocolates contain a strain called Blue Dream and can make you way hornier than usual, thanks to five libido-boosting plant ingredients, including catuaba and muira puama (which some call the Viagra of the Amazon. Who knew?). This cannabis-containing magic oil helps elevate sensations and/or reduce pain during sex. Reviewers freak out over how intensely it does both (while haters are just mad they can’t get their hands on it…

1. BUY FROM LOCALS ONLY You’re not going to find a unique bottle at the supermarket, says Bianca Bosker, author of Cork Dork. Go to “the indie bookstore of wine shops” in your town, she says. The people who work there are usually down to answer questions like “Which citrus note indicates ‘I am nervous, please be nice to me’?” 2. GO FOR A LOW-KEY REGION The areas you def know—like Napa or Bordeaux—often command higher prices, even if their bottles are no higher quality than ones made in places like Mexico or Slovenia. That means asking for a wine from a lesserknown region can actually be a genius way to score a sweet deal, says Bosker. 3. PICK A BOTTLE WITH A STORY “If you have no idea what…

IT CAN BE GREAT FOR A QUICK(ER) FIX. Struggling with a work dilemma or relationship drama? “These problems may not necessitate longterm therapy, so accessing a professional through text could be all you need to resolve the problem,” says licensed psychologist Ashley Hampton, PhD. YOU’LL GET IN THE ZONE FASTER. Leaving work early, dealing with an annoying commute, parking, and answering work emails in the waiting room can leave you stressed TF out, making it harder to process and articulate your thoughts and feelings. “Someone meeting with me from home is already in their safe place, so they’re more relaxed from the start,” says licensed psychologist Lisa Marie Bobby, PhD. And when you’re done with your sesh, you can spend time reflecting—instead of fighting traffic, says Bobby. YOU CAN USE…

Of course, not everything has changed. Today, for example, we’re sitting at The Ivy in Los Angeles, discussing nip slips and tat toos. The girls are crowded around a table at the legendary restaurant, which is known for its paparazzi-friendly outdoor seating. For decades, paps have loitered across the street to capture photos of its patrons, who are typically an eclectic mix of famous people, people who used to be famous, and people who would very much like to be famous. “I’ve had a nipple slip at The Ivy before,” Whitney Port, 34, says with a sly smile. “I remember when nip slips were the most embarrassing thing ever. I had one here and one in Miami. And now it’s like, whatever. It’s a fucking nipple.” Heidi Pratt, 32, nods…

HAIR: (LOLLY, LINDY) Charles McNair at See Management using Oribe. (AIDY) Anthony Campbell using OGX at Starworks Artists. MAKEUP: (LOLLY, LINDY) Chris Colbeck using Chanel les Beiges at Art Department. (AIDY) Cassandra Garcia at See Management using Bobbi Brown Cosmetics. MANICURE: Julie Kandalec using Chanel le Vernis. LOCATION: The Assemblage John Street See page 147 for shopping information. “I feel like what I’ve been wearing the most when I have something that I’m scared to do or that kind of thing is a dress I feel really good in and then some kind of boot—like a bitch boot. A bitch boot I can feel tough in.”—AIDY Early on in the first season of Shrill (streaming March 15), a possibly wellmeaning personal trainer accosts Annie (played by Aidy Bryant) in a…

Quite literally, it means backward. Thousands of years ago, our ancient ancestors observed that the planets appeared to stop, pivot, and move in reverse. (Note: Planets don’t actually spin backward—it’s an optical illusion.) Stargazers began to track these consistent reverse motions, noting that the planet’s function seemed to be compromised in retrograde. Simply put, it felt like everything started glitching. But despite popular opinion, a retrograde planet isn’t all doom and gloom. It just means a shift in perspective. One last thing: A planet is never in retrograde—a planet is retrograde. If you’re going to blame everything on the cosmos, you may as well be grammatically correct!…

Arya Stark ARIES A total go-getter (courageous too), she’s a textbook Aries. Rams are also pretty impatient, which can be a liability (remember the House of Black and White?). What’s coming: Together with her sword, Needle, Arya should come out on top this season. Sansa Stark TAURUS Like Sansa, Taureans are all about loyalty and a love for all things luxe. They are also incredible grudge holders—unfortunate news for anyone who crosses them. What’s coming: Uh, @Cersei, you might want to watch out. Need we remind you what Sansa did to Ramsay Bolton? Tyrion Lannister GEMINI GoT’s charismatic chatterbox is undoubtedly a Gemini. He can charm his way through almost anything but is also one of the most empathetic characters, making him sometimes feel like two different people. What’s coming:…

1. COSTUME CHANGES To get max #Content, Danielle Bernstein of @WeWoreWhat changed clothes three times in one day… before lunch. 2. TEXTING AND THRIVING Almost everyone outside a show is on their phone. Are they doing it to seem cool? No, they’re all just trying to find their Ubers! 3. LOOKING HAUTE I’ve noticed that the go-to trick for getting the attention of street-style photogs is a bold coat. What you wear underneath doesn’t matter. 4. LOOKING COOL Guys, it was literally 28 degrees this day. 5. MODEL WALK Instagram: I hoofed it here in these heels. Real life: Car is just out of frame. 6. OMG NO ONE IS SAFE Hi, it’s me, getting snapped because I followed rule number three. Where am I headed? Straight home to take…

1. At any given moment, what’s your notification sitch? A Zero. I’ll take any op to ignore the things I should be doing. B None, because the past 10 messages are from me.;) C I disabled notifications a long time ago. 2. What gets the fastest response from you? A Any text ripe for a Kim K. ugly-cry GIF. B When anybody is left on read for more than five mins. C Someone sending a 1:1 text to make sure I’m alive. 3. What’s most likely to stress you out about your group chat? A No one gets my Mean Girls reference. (To be fair, it was from the DVD bonus.) B Thirty-minute silence after my “What’s everyone doing tonight?” text. C Someone else leaving the chat. I wonder what freedom feels like.…

How long do you wear your gym clothes after you work out? 69% AN HOUR—TOPS! 15% I WEAR MY SWEATY YOGA PANTS TO BRUNCH, IF THAT’S WHAT YOU MEAN. 16% UNTIL IT’S 5 P.M. AND I REALIZE I STILL HAVEN’T SHOWERED. What’s the longest you’ve left a dirty dish in the sink? 50% 2 4 HOURS 43% OH MAN. AT LEAST A WEEK 7% I’VE BEEN KNOWN TO PUT IT OFF FOR WEEKS. Be honest: Have you ever worn the same underwear twice in a row? 48% WTF?! NEVER! 52% IT’S HAPPENED… When do you wash your bedsheets and pillowcases? 30% I CHANGE THEM EVERY WEEK. 60% PROBS EVERY ONE OR TWO MONTHS? 10% MY LIFE IS ADUMPSTER FIRE, SO ONLY WHEN I SPILL SOMETHING. How clean are your towels…

ART APPRECIATION In March 2018, the Carters attended an auction where Blue Ivy bid on a work of art valued at $20K. SEXUAL HEALING The couple once spent $6,000 on sex toys in a single shopping trip. Driver, roll up the partition, pleeease. LOVELY LASHES Beyoncé wears mink eyelashes that cost $60 per one-time-use pair. HOLIDAY SPIRIT In 2013, right before Christmas, B rolled up to a Walmart and bought a $50 gift card for each shopper, totaling $37,500. FLYING HIGH In 2012, the Carters purchased a Bombardier Challenger 850. If you don’t speak Rich, that’s a $40 million private jet. QUITE A SANDCASTLE Jay-Z bought a $4 million private island in the Bahamas. (Nobody tell Ja Rule.)…

Ever feel like Instagram knows what you love more than you even do? Yeah, me too. Which is why, at this point, my feed is overrun with ads for cheap, cute clothes by brands that seem to have cropped up overnight. I double-tap and I wonder: Do I need these in my life or are they just fashion thirst traps? They’re so chic looking but they’re also so affordable.… Is this a trap?! In the name of my wardrobe science, I bought a bunch of Instafamous clothes to find out. @FASHIONNOVA Whether you’ve seen it on Cardi B or Kris Jenner, you’re def familiar with this brand—it’s the most famous and affordable trendy clothing label on the ’gram. If you can get past some minor construction issues (take a look…

1 MAKEUP REMOVER “I use some of this micellar water on a cotton round to refresh the skin before applying makeup or to clean up any smudged eyeliner or lip liner.” 2 PALETTE “E.L.F. is the only company I’ve seen do a 50-shade palette that gives incredible color payoff. The textures blend beautifully, and you can even use some of the shades as highlighter on your cheeks.” 3 PORE STRIPS “The HD cameras on the red carpet can make pores look huge and show imperfections. These strips remove oil plugs—and even little hairs—from pores, which allows makeup to lie closer to the skin and look smoother.” 4 EYELINER “I use this as a base for my smoky eye. I apply it all over the lids, buff it out with a…

SCAN TO SHOP NEUTROGENA HYDRO BOOST 1 Wash Smarter Problem: Washing your face, especially with hot water, can strip vital moisture layers. Solution: a cleanser with hyaluronic acid. “It pulls moisture into the skin,” says derm Joshua Zeichner, MD. In addition to HA, this one uses exfoliating properties to nix dead cells and prep skin for hydration. 2 Go for a Gel Lightweight moisturizers (like this one) can be just as potent as thicker options thanks to a combo of two super hydrators: hyaluronic acid, again, and glycerin. Consider it a drink of water for your skin. 3 Hydrate With Foundation Not only does this base increase your hydration levels with hyaluronic acid (told you it was magic!), but “the ingredient also temporarily plumps lines and wrinkles for a smoother…

FOR VULVAS Think about standing next to a loudspeaker at a club: The pulsing, humming bass penetrates to your very core. This stimulator uses the same sensation to massage your clitoris for a fast, deep orgasm that will blow your mind, not ears. FOR COUPLES Many people hate insertable couples vibes because they’re uncomfortable, so the We-Vibe Touch solves for that. It’s thin enough to fit between your bodies without being inserted, and its scooped tip rests nicely against your vulva. FOR PENISES Masturbation sleeves are nothing new, but this one has an open end so you can get in on the action with your mouth too. For the ultimate job, stretch it out to fit the length of their erect penis, then work it over them as you lick…

The Millennial Carrie Bradshaw KARLEY SCIORTINO As a leader of the shame-free female sexuality movement, Sciortino has had a “happy ending” massage on her Viceland show Slutever, waxed poetic about her masturbation habits in her book by the same name, and navigated identity and sexuality as a writer on Starz’s Now Apocalypse (premiered March 10). “My goal is to humanize sexual outliers and instigate frank conversations,” she says. “A great gateway is being open about my own sex life and slutty history.” The Sex-Toy Transformers ALEXANDRA FINE AND JANET LIEBERMAN These two are making next-level, all-inclusive sex toys at their company, Dame Products. In 2015, they wowed with the hands-free Eva, a vibe with wings that tuck under the labia so it stays in place during partnered sex. This year,…

SEX AND RELATIONSHIPS DIRECTOR FAYE BRENNAN Email your sex questions to SexQandA@Cosmopolitan.com. If I have long nails, is it safe to manually stimulate my girlfriend? A While I’m sure your talons look incredible, they do pose some not-so-glam risks. “There is the chance you cut her internally,” says Lauren Streicher, MD, a clinical professor of obstetrics and gynecology at Northwestern University’s medical school. Since you can imagine how that would feel, you probably want to go ahead and trim your nails. But if you do accidentally scratch her, it won’t up her risk of getting an infection, assures Dr. Streicher. Having a threesome has been on my to-do list for years, but now I’m in a relationship I think may lead to marriage with someone who isn’t into it at…

You made it through the family drama and those too-wet kisses from Aunt Gertrude at the wedding, and now you’re off on the best vacay of your life, where anything is possible and everything is free…right? Eh, not really. But if you show your hand (the one with the ring on it) at just the right time, you could end up scoring a whole bunch of goodies. Here’s how. 1 DROP THE H-BOMB EARLY Since you’re planning this trip months ahead, take advantage of the lead time. “As soon as we knew where we were going, we emailed hotels and said, ‘We’re coming for our honeymoon. Do you offer early-booking discounts?’” says Madison V., 28. “Some went as steep as 20 percent off.” By slipping the H-word into their first…

put it in reverse Underliner: It’s subtle, sexy, and really easy to do. Leave your lids bare and coat your top lashes with black mascara (we like Maybelline New York Snapscara in Pitch Black, $6). Then, using a neutral shade, trace a thin stroke along your lower lash line, extending it slightly past the outer corner. We went with rose gold—and yes, that’s a neutral. (Try Marc Jacobs Beauty Highliner Glam Glitter Gel Eye Crayon in Glitz Blitz, $25.) flare it out Proof that bigger (and shinier) is a hundred percent better: this set of exaggerated silver wings. First, draw an outline of your ideal shape using a silver pencil (L’Oréal Paris’s Infallible Pro-Last Liner in Silver, $9, glides on super easy). Once you’ve nailed it, fill in the center…

ARIES The Sun is in your sign, which means you’re in for a fire few weeks. The first half of April has you canceling your Netflix-and-chill plans for after-hours takeout at your desk, but that means you’re getting cuter paychecks. Look out for some big money moves near the 20th! Oh, and don’t worry, it’s not all work. You still get to play too—Venus, planet of love, enters your sign the same day! CANCER Planning a spring vacay? You should be—you’re guaranteed to have a good time with Venus, planet of pleasure, in your chart’s zone of travel and adventure. If you can’t take a full-on getaway, a day trip can still be mind-expanding, even if you go alone. FYI: The 14th promises to be productive and high energy, and…

Wanna spend those riche$? Peep Cosmopolitan.com for the best gift ideas for each sign. It takes a lot to make stacks: skill, determination, coordination, an idea that’s more solid than the Fyre Festival. Oh, and good timing. That’s where the zodiac comes in. “With astrology, everything is timing,” says New York–based astrologer Jennifer Racioppi, whose client roster includes entrepreneurs, authors, and at one point, even a hedge funder. “Once you know how things are unfolding, you can time your actions strategically to that.” In other words: Astrology can help you plan when to ask for a raise, consider a new job offer, and even give your two weeks’. The payoff? “I’ve seen clients generate six to seven figures,” Racioppi says. Of course, as Racioppi points out, this is not to…

Learn how to read your own birth chart with our full guide at Cosmopolitan.com. My family’s first dog used to pull a prank on me where she’d tug my dirty underwear out of my laundry bin. Her drop-off locations were unpredictable—one day, it was bundled-up boyshorts at the foot of my bed. The next, a tangled thong at the top of the stairs. It was hard to imagine why a gym bag–size fluffball was trying to shame me by decorating our house with my unmentionables—until astrology presented an answer. That’s right, I tapped an astrologer to gain cosmic insight into the personality of my dog. “People just want to know what goes on in their animal’s head,” says astrologer Lisa Stardust, who’s had dogs, cats, birds, rabbits, chickens, lizards, and…

ARIES A very active pal that could keep up in a triathlon. TAURUS A furry purebred that just wants to perch on your lap. GEMINI Get two animals, like birds, who are just as codependent—er, loving—as you are. CANCER A gushy bb that doesn’t mind being smothered in cuddles. LEO Something that will stop traffic, like a Great Dane who vaguely resembles Bradley Cooper. VIRGO An animal who follows routines without giving side-eye. LIBRA A poodle with a classic poodle cut. Nonnegotiable. SCORPIO A watchdog who would def bark if they saw your ex with someone new. SAGITTARIUS An adventurous companion who would hike the Appalachian Mountains with you. CAPRICORN An animal who will keep itself cleaner than the top of Vin Diesel’s head. AQUARIUS You’re the boss, so your…

START It’s Saturday night and you’re drinking with a Bumble buzzkill. They dramatically sigh aah after each sip, but it’s bearable. When it’s time to leave, you notice they’ve drawn a sad face where the tip goes on the receipt. The first red flag is flying high. What’s your move? 1 You’re confused but agree to post-drinks pizza. JUMP 1 SPACE 2 You excuse yourself to the bathroom, where you whisper “Time is money” into the mirror. JUMP 3 SPACES 3 You say “This is a no for me, dog” and GTFO. Bye. THE END! At the pizza joint, when you order pepperoni and Hawaiian slices, your date goes “Whoa, girl.” 1 You grit your teeth and mumble “I’ll text you” when they ask if you want to go out again. Second date, LOL.…

Bey and Jay are private people, k? Except, of course, when they’re performing. Expert Blanca Cobb points out some big body-language clues from their live shows.…

JENNA WOJCIECHOWSKI accessories editor @WOJOJENNA Let’s Start With Tube Socks If your fave workout is a coffee run, wear this athletic style with strappy, sexy sandals, like these cherry-red beauts. River Island top, riverisland.com. Moussy shorts, moussy-global.com. Adidas socks, nordstrom.com. Gianvito Rossi heels, gianvitorossi.com CARINA HSIEH sex and relationships editor @CARINAHSIEH Yep—Looks Good With Jeans Too Bare legs aren’t the only way to do it. Cropped denim and fishnets can take a button-down to new heights. NIKKI SHOWNKEEN business manager @NSHOW Pile on the Prints Start with a solid-color sock, then go crazy with the rest of your look. ESTHER FACIANE visuals editor @FINESSABUXTABLE Sheer + Velvet = Super Sexy And sky-high heels too? Get it. On Carina: Sandro top, sandro-paris.com. DL1961 jeans, dl1961.com. Emilio Cavallini socks, emiliocavallini.com. Malone Souliers…

SIDE SLIT HIGH-CUT THONG: totally windproof WHITE DRESS INVISIBLE G-STRING: matches the fabric and vanishes CUTOUTS STICK-ON THONG: makes any extra outfit possible JEANS LACY EVERYDAY: substantial but still undetectable TIGHT PANTS NUDE SEAMLESS: wear your tone and it disappears BODYCON HIGH-WAISTED NO-SHOW: shapes without making lines…

The upside to the lashes I was born with: They’re naturally long and dark. The downer? They’re stick straight. So ever since I started wearing makeup, I’ve relied on daily lash curling and thick coats of mascara to give myself the Kar-lash-ian look. Lots of my friends get extensions, and they’ve turned out great, but I’ve never really considered them—a beauty treatment that starts around $150 and requires $95 touch-ups every three to four weeks just isn’t worth it, IMO. Plus, I’ve heard you can get scary infections if you cheap out. What’s a lazy girl who doesn’t want to go broke to do? As with all life-changing answers, I found it while idly tapping around on Instagram: a new, possibly-perfect-for-me option. Model Karrueche Tran had posted a photo of…

THE ONE FOR Epic Braids “For me, there’s always been a gap in the market when it comes to edgecontrol products made specifically with braiders in mind. So when Ampro Industries—maker of my favorite edge control for years—approached me about working on a new product just for braiders, I needed the formula to check all the right boxes. It works on all hair textures and styles, from box braids to locs. What’s also great is it can be used daily without annoying buildup. Last but not least, it gives really good hold while leaving your hair moisturized.” —Stasha M. Harris, owner of Magic Fingers Studio in Brooklyn and stylist for Cosmopolitan.com’s Braid Up video series. Watch it on YouTube, Facebook, IGTV, and Snapchat. TRY IT To shop, scan with the…

Gentle Cleanser Swap your harsh, acne-blasting wash with this mild clay cleanser, which still breaks down stubborn, poreclogging oils. scan to shop Toner Swipe this salicylic acid–based toner over clean, dry skin every other night to dissolve blackheads and dead skin cells. scan to shop Night Cream This retinolspiked cream not only unclogs pores to prevent breakouts but also smooths fine lines over time. scan to shop Face Mask Slather on this clay and tea-tree-oil mask twice a week to absorb excess oils and kill acne-causing bacteria.…

THE MOVE ▶ Have your guy sit on the bed with his legs and ankles crossed. While facing him, lower yourself onto his lap and straddle him in a kneeling position (Fig. 1). Then hold his shoulders for support as you slowly move up and down. ▶ Want more? Lift up into a lowsquat position (Fig. 2), using the extra legroom to pump (and potentially O) faster. THE REVIEWS “Yes to this position! With my man’s legs crossed like that, I felt like I was in a little love nest. It’s great because you’re v close but also v supported.” —HALEY K., 24 “My boyfriend has bad knees, so this arrangement actually felt really nice for him. It’s deep, intimate, and also great for some chest play.” —LIZ B., 25…

THE GELATO SCOOPER WHO CELEBRATED WITH A NAP “One summer, I worked at the gelato stand in the lobby of a Madame Tussauds wax museum. Then I got swine flu and had a fever of, like, 1,000 degrees. One day, in front of a wax figure of the Hulk, my boss yelled at me over some free samples. I was so sick, I couldn’t find the words to say I needed to go. So I just left. I ripped off my plastic gloves, went home, and slept for 10 days.” —KELLY, 30 THE RETAIL MANAGER SLASH LIFESAVER “I worked in a specialty retail store in Oregon that seemed sorta dangerous from the get-go.They didn’t have a first-aid kit, and the owners didn’t purchase one until after a lady hit her…

THE MOVE ▶ Standing with your feet shoulder-width apart and your hands on your hips, step your right foot 2 to 3 feet behind you. ▶ Slowly bend your knees until your right knee taps the ground and your left is bent about 90 degrees. ▶ Immediately push into your left heel and return to the starting position. ▶ That’s 1 rep. Do 3 sets of 10 reps on each side 3 times a week. NOW MAKE IT YOUR OWN If the sauna is why you have a gym membership… Try the chill stationary lunge. Start with your left foot 2 to 3 feet in front of your right. Lower down, then push yourself back up to stand. Repeat, then switch sides. If you know your belfie angles… Go harder…

Dating an Aries? Find out what that means for your relationship on Cosmopolitan.com. (We’ve got every other sign on there too.) Happy New Year–ish! Aries is the first sign in the zodiac, and its energy brings fresh goals for everyone—which is why this seemingly random time of year is great for a reboot. The Sun entered the fire sign on March 20th, and Aries season continues until April 20th, so if you’re feeling inspired to pitch a crazy idea to your boss or host your first somewhat-elaborate dinner party, now’s the time to do it. This is the moment to go hard without all the what ifs and I can’ts killing your buzz. Being the zodiac’s first sign, Aries are like babies—they often only see things from their own POV…

APRIL 20TH TO MAY 20TH Taurus season is all about slowing down and studying every detail before jumping into anything. Step. Away. From the online shopping cart. Focus on saving and valuing the people around you more than things. If you feel the urge to treat yourself, do so mindfully—opt for an experience like a delicious dinner for one, a haircut, or a massage. Anything that makes you feel present and whole in your body. APRIL 5TH Forget about how you splurged on a $7 latte yesterday and start thinking about how you’re going to save because this New Moon is all about starting fresh, aka the perfect time to make a budget. APRIL 19TH The crazy Full Moon vibes are real. Don’t let them grab hold of your wallet…

COVER C/MEO Collective, us.fashionbunker.com. Jimmy Choo, jimmychoo.com. Lizzie Fortunato, nordstrom.com. Michael Kors Collection, select Michael Kors stores. Faith Connexion, faithconnexion.com. Tanya Taylor, tanyataylor.com. Ganni, theoutnet.com. Allen Schwartz, allenschwartz.com. Robert Rodriguez, saks.com. Sachin & Babi, Bloomingdale’s. LET’S DO THIS PAGE 7: River Island, us.riverisland.com. Babaton for Aritzia, aritzia.com. Sachin & Babi, lolaandlina.com. Maybelline New York, maybelline.com. THEY’RE BACK PAGE 108: Faith Connexion, faithconnexion.com Tanya Taylor, tanyataylor.com. Ganni, theoutnet.com. Tamara Mellon, tamaramellon.com. Michael Kors Collection, select Michael Kors stores. Sophia Webster, sophiawebster.com. C/MEO Collective, us.fashionbunker.com. Jimmy Choo, jimmychoo.com. Lizzie Fortunato, nordstrom.com. Allen Schwartz, allenschwartz.com. Robert Rodriguez, saks.com. Giuseppe Zanotti, giuseppezanotti.com. Sachin & Babi, Bloomingdale’s. PAGE 110: Allen Schwartz, allenschwartz.com. Robert Rodriguez, saks.com. Giuseppe Zanotti, giuseppezanotti.com. Sachin & Babi, Bloomingdale’s. PAGE 111: Michael Kors Collection, select Michael Kors stores. Faith Connexion, faithconnexion.com. Tanya Taylor,…