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Rebecca Jennings

Rebecca Jennings

Former Senior Correspondent

    Latest articles by Rebecca Jennings

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    Why the Trump family always looks so ’80sWhy the Trump family always looks so ’80s
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    Melania and Ivanka Trump’s clothes call to mind The Donald’s heyday.

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    Booksmart flips the script on the typical teen comedy. Same goes for its costumes.Booksmart flips the script on the typical teen comedy. Same goes for its costumes.
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    The film’s costume designer explains the evolution of the high school comedy wardrobe and the inspirations for each character.

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    Two days with Curvy Wife Guy, the most controversial man in body positivity
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    He’s just released a music video called “Chubby Sexy.” Will it silence his internet haters?

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    Brand names have gotten weirder. A professional namer explains why.Brand names have gotten weirder. A professional namer explains why.
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    Dunkin’, Disney+, Impossible Burgers — where do they come from?

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    Why did a coconut water brand threaten to send a Twitter user a bottle of pee?Why did a coconut water brand threaten to send a Twitter user a bottle of pee?
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    Vita Coco’s pee tweet, explained.

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    Why there are suddenly so many doctors and nurses on Instagram
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    The doctor will fave you now.

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    Who nailed “camp” on the Met Gala red carpet?Who nailed “camp” on the Met Gala red carpet?
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    This year’s Met Gala theme was notoriously difficult. But it also showed why it’s the most interesting red carpet of the year.

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    A rosé by literally every other name
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    Why everything from vodka to mustard is rosé-flavored now.

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    Battle scenes are very boringBattle scenes are very boring
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    Game of Thrones created the longest battle sequence in cinematic history. No thanks!

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    Leftist memes are everywhere on Instagram. Now their creators are unionizing.Leftist memes are everywhere on Instagram. Now their creators are unionizing.
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    It’s a reflection of a broader shift in who unionizes, and why.

    By Rebecca Jennings