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As the season wears on, the white trillium turns to pink and eventually withers.
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Sheryl De Vore, Chicago Tribune, 14 Apr. 2026
Whether crocheted with the express intention of being worn on a beach, cut as a minimalist column, or fashioned into something altogether more attention-seeking–semi-transparent, or indeed extremely transparent–these are the five maxi dresses worth investing in as the mercury begins to creep up.
—Chloé Versabeau, Vogue, 12 Apr. 2026
This chic set caught my eye thanks to the boatneck hemline that can be worn on or off-the-shoulder.
—Kaitlin Clapinski, InStyle, 12 Apr. 2026
Upgrade your go-to basics with a $15 halter tank or this breezy jersey tee that looks just as polished as a layering piece or worn on its own.
—Julia Morlino, Travel + Leisure, 11 Apr. 2026
This bright blue pick seems like the coziest piece to wear on cold airplanes or to have in your bag for buildings that have the air conditioning on high.
—Alyssa Grabinski, PEOPLE, 9 Apr. 2026
The stress of it all begins to wear on him.
—Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 9 Apr. 2026
While Klum’s almond nails make for an elegant base, milky glass nails can be worn on any shape or length.
—Lena Raab, Glamour, 8 Apr. 2026
Fitness trackers, small devices worn on the wrist or body, can help track steps, heart rate, sleep, and more.
—Sara Hoffman, Verywell Health, 8 Apr. 2026
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Sheryl De Vore, Chicago Tribune, 14 Apr. 2026
Whether crocheted with the express intention of being worn on a beach, cut as a minimalist column, or fashioned into something altogether more attention-seeking–semi-transparent, or indeed extremely transparent–these are the five maxi dresses worth investing in as the mercury begins to creep up.
—Chloé Versabeau, Vogue, 12 Apr. 2026
This chic set caught my eye thanks to the boatneck hemline that can be worn on or off-the-shoulder.
—Kaitlin Clapinski, InStyle, 12 Apr. 2026
Upgrade your go-to basics with a $15 halter tank or this breezy jersey tee that looks just as polished as a layering piece or worn on its own.
—Julia Morlino, Travel + Leisure, 11 Apr. 2026
This bright blue pick seems like the coziest piece to wear on cold airplanes or to have in your bag for buildings that have the air conditioning on high.
—Alyssa Grabinski, PEOPLE, 9 Apr. 2026
The stress of it all begins to wear on him.
—Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 9 Apr. 2026
While Klum’s almond nails make for an elegant base, milky glass nails can be worn on any shape or length.
—Lena Raab, Glamour, 8 Apr. 2026
Fitness trackers, small devices worn on the wrist or body, can help track steps, heart rate, sleep, and more.
—Sara Hoffman, Verywell Health, 8 Apr. 2026
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“Wear on.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/wear%20on. Accessed 19 Apr. 2026.
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