Features

Being Beverly Johnson

On the 35th anniversary of her groundbreaking Vogue cover, the supermodel revels in her unexpected fame.

Director’s Cut

Fall’s best styles are all about structure and classic tailoring in a neutral palette. These sophisticated lines create a subtly sexy silhouette.

Seek or Shun?

See if you know which foods are good for you and which ones aren’t.

Midlife Job Crisis

Meet three women who are using their experience and resilience to take control of their lives after a job loss.

Ladies’ Choice

Are other women are having more fun in their workouts or getting better results than you are? Find out here.

A New Normal

Three women share how breast cancer altered their relationships, career choices and more.

Fitness

Think Pink and Give Green

In recognition of breast cancer’s impact on so many women’s lives, fitness companies are donating proceeds from these 4 products to support breast-cancer research, awareness and education.

New Reasons to Work Out

Scale stuck? Big deal! Even if you’re not dropping pounds, exercise will improve your quality of life, researchers find.

Trends: Super Fly!

Cirque du Soleil and Reebok are creative partners in a fun and innovative trapeze-based workout.

Kate Walsh Finds Practice Makes Perfect

Trainer Juliet Kaska helped TV’s Dr. Addison Montgomery achieve balance, serenity — and a slimmer waist.

Style

MIX & MATCH

Glove Love

Fashion-forward combinations of gloves and bracelets.

Autumn Elegance

What’s chic now.

Blazer of Glory

The asymmetrical cropped Helmut Lang tuxedo jacket worn 5 ways.

TOSS IT OR TWEAK IT?

Too-Short Sweaters

Should you toss them in the thrift-shop bin or tweak them so they’re stylish again?

Fan Pleating Redux

This distinctive trend is making its mark on runways.

SPLURGE

A Touch of Texture

Textures in this season’s clothing and accessories add surprise and sophistication.

Superior Interiors

Luxe designer Babi Ahluwalia shares her style obsessions.

Beauty

Bon Appétit!

Beauty formulations that include fruit, veggie and spice ingredients. Pick your flavor!

Perfect Pink Purchases

A percentage of the price of each of these divine items will be donated toward finding a cure for breast cancer.

New Glamour

The hot trends of the season riff on looks from the past — sepia hues, old Hollywood makeup, hairpins and the perfect wave. And don’t even think about leaving the house without decorating your nails!

Still Feeling Bad About Your Neck?

Smart, spare-the-knife strategies for keeping the wattle away and the crepeyness from creeping in.

Awareness

Bookmark It: Medium Cool

Want to tap the latest buzz, hot trends and scoops? Here are four sites that streamline your search.

Tech: Meet Your New Gladgets

Say no to boring old electronics and yes to these three glamorous gadgets that double as sleek style accessories.

Media: For TV Lovers

From midlife dating to coping with long-distance marriage, this season’s new takes on male-female relationships will make you eagerly reprogram your TiVo.

Books: Reader Recommended!

We asked and you answered: Three VIV fans give us the scoop on their favorite books.

Getaway: Notes From Napa

Grape harvest is in full swing, making this the perfect time to visit Northern California wine country. The travel experts at Indagare asked vintner Beth Nickel of Far Niente for her insider insights on where to dine and, of course, wine.

MIND INSIGHT QUIZ

What Does Your Look Say About You?

Take our quiz to assess the substance of your style.

200 LAST CHAPTER

The Truth About Aging

Memoirist Melanie Gideon ruminates on what it means today to be a woman of a certain age.

Wellness

High Anxiety

Gasping breath, a racing heart, a sense of dread. Panic attacks cause frightening physical symptoms and seem to come out of nowhere. See what you know about this female-skewed disorder.

Botox Gets Some Competition

A new injectable entering the market means the two wrinkle treatments will go (fore)head to (fore)head.

When No News Is Bad News

Take these 3 steps to prevent your vital test results from disappearing into a black hole.

Cover Me!

Our health-insurance system is in critical condition. Here’s expert advice on resolving the most frustrating issues, from securing coverage to swinging disputed payments in your favor.

Healthy Eating

Go Ahead, Give In (a Little)

Eating your favorite treats in moderation may prevent deprivation-induced binges.

Chocolate’s Health Benefits: Trick or Treat?

Is chocolate actually good for you? Are some kinds better than others? How much should you eat? Test your cocoa smarts with our quiz.

Your Breast Friends

Some foods are allies and some are enemies when it comes to fending off cancer. Check our list to see which ones combat disease — and which increase your risk.

The Must-Eat Meal for Dieters

OK, breakfast haters, this one’s for you! The morning repast is critical for weight loss, heart health and mood and energy control, so here are some ideas on how to make it a habit.

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