Mary Honkus

Ahhh, springtime. In my book, the spring season is the most underrated time of year. While people geek out over the summer and autumnal months, spring ushers in a new beginning, and with it, some of the best seasonal fashions. I adhere to the “spring cleaning” rule when April rolls around, tidying up every inch […]

I’m a total fragrance fanatic. My perfume collection includes over 30 delectable scents that encompass every mood, season and occasion. As time goes on, I find my perfume preferences shifting, though. I have a deep love of rich gourmands, but I’ve recently added a number of skin scents to the roster. Like the name suggests, […]

I’m in the boat of beauty writers that are still pretty skeptical about eye creams. Part of me feels like these formulas are a simply a marketing ploy to get consumers to spend more money. Well, I feel that way about most eye creams, except for one. OleHenriksen’s Banana Bright+ Vitamin C Brightening Eye Cream […]

Few things compare to the feeling of open-air concerts in the summertime. There’s just something about basking in the sunlight and enjoying music outside with your friends that’s so special. I’ll go as far to say that some of my core memories were formed while belting out my favorite Taylor Swift lyrics during her Eras […]

Everyone remembers their first-ever beauty product. Many people look back fondly on a candy-flavored lip balm they had to stop themselves from fully eating (relatable), but for me it was a bright pink blush. As a dancer, I yearned for the end-of-year recitals — not just because I got to showcase my moves, though. I […]

Sponsored content. Us Weekly receives compensation for this article as well as for purchases made when you click on a link and buy something below. I always wonder how celebrities are able to traipse around in neck-breaking high heels all the time. As a former pageant girl, I know that consistently wearing heels never gets easier, […]

Pregnancy is beautiful but rarely easy. (There’s nothing simple about growing a human!) On top of your transforming body, you have to be prepared for your entire routine to change, especially your sleeping patterns. For example, if you regularly sleep on your stomach, you’ll have to kiss that position goodbye for at least nine months. […]

My smile is one of my favorite attributes, but that wasn’t always the case. During my pre-teen years, braces completely transformed my life, helping my confidence skyrocket and allowing me to feel beautiful for the first time. 14 years later, I still wear my retainers every night and do everything I can to maintain my […]

I have a confession to make: I’m a total lip product hoarder. My friends and I have a running joke where they guess how many lipsticks, liners and glosses I have in my purse at any given time. More often than not, the number tops 15 (seriously). Even with that many options at my disposal, […]

If you’re on the beauty side of TikTok (aka BeautyTok), chances are you’ve seen someone swipe a pretty pink stone or jade roller across their face. This isn’t just a trendy thing that the beauty influencers do. The practice is actually an ancient Chinese healing technique that improves circulation, and, when done regularly, could help […]

There’s no denying that sandals are a summer staple, but would it kill shoe companies to make them more comfortable? When I wear slides or flip flops out and about, I often have to drag myself home because my feet are in so much pain — and I know I’m not the only one this […]

Few busy moms believe they have adequate time to complete their skincare routine every day, so most of the time they bypass it completely. Carey Mulligan is here to tell you how important it is to take that time for yourself. Moms often drop everything for everyone else, but taking the time to complete your […]

I have a confession to make: I’m lazy when it comes to fashion. That’s really weird to say considering I went to fashion school (shout-out to FIT!), but truthfully, I prefer wearing comfortable clothes over flaunting the latest trends most days. Beyond prioritizing comfort, I find it to be such a drag trying to pair […]

Millie Bobby Brown is one of those stars who literally grew up in front of our eyes. I still picture her as young Eleven in Stranger Things, and it took me a few moments to fully recognize the now mature young actress in her recent Vogue Get Ready With Me video. At 20 years old, she definitely […]

I never had issues with insomnia . . . until I started working for myself. Don’t get me wrong, there are so many perks to being my own boss — like making my own schedule and only taking on fulfilling projects — but oftentimes I find that inspiration sparks later in the evening, which results […]

While rich and heavy skincare products have their time and place (ahem, mainly in the cold winter months), 99% of the time I want something that is going to feel weightless on my skin and provide noticeable, clinically-backed results. So far, my search has been nearly fruitless, especially when it comes to vitamin C serums […]

Packing for any trip is such a slog, and nothing is worse than when you arrive at your destination only to realize that the items you neatly packed away are a wrinkled mess. Sure, many hotels have irons in their rooms, but having to treat your clothes takes away from precious vacation time. There is […]

Okay, so flowers for spring might not necessarily be groundbreaking, but there’s a reason why they resurface as one of the top fashion trends year after year. The pretty, uplifting patterns signify fresh, positive and carefree energy, so as the days start to get longer and brighter, it only makes sense for your outfits to […]

Spring has officially sprung! With brighter days ahead, chances are you’ll be taking advantage of the great weather by staying outside for long stretches of time. On those marathon days, nothing is more important than what’s on your feet. (Nothing kills the mood quite like sore soles.) Take this as your sign to upgrade your […]

I’m very particular about my footwear — especially when it comes to house shoes. Living in New York City, my apartment is strictly a shoe-free zone. (I refuse to track city street grime into my home!) Still, I don’t always enjoy traipsing around barefoot. I believe my feet deserve a little luxury, whether it’s stepping […]

The days are getting longer and the weather is finally warming up — which means spring is finally here! If you haven’t yet, it’s prime time to start shifting your wardrobe for the joyful, brighter days ahead. It’s only natural to see fashions shift towards pastels, but if you’re not a huge fan of color, […]