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Annabel Iwegbue
Annabel Iwegbue is an assistant editor at Cosmopolitan where she primarily covers lifestyle and fashion. Before joining Cosmo, she covered entertainment at Harper's Bazaar, The Knockturnal, and Black Film. She's originally from Charleston, South Carolina, and is currently based in Brooklyn, New York. She holds a B.A. in Journalism and Cinema Studies from New York University. You can check out some of Annabel’s work here and also find her on Instagram and Twitter.
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40 New Hobbies to Try ASAP If You Need a Lil Change in Your Life
You’re well on your way to becoming the most interesting person at the party.
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Now Presenting: An A-List-Inspired Turks and Caicos Travel Itinerary
Even better? It doesn't require a Hollywood budget.
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Here’s What All Your Fave Gen Z Influencers Were Doing at the 2024 Cannes Lions Festival
Yes, there’s a reason it feels like your entire FYP was in the South of France this summer.
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50 Creative 21st Birthday Party Ideas That You’re Free to Steal
It's "impress the guestlist" szn.
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50 Cool Things to Do on Your Birthday to Ring in Your Personal New Year
It's your day and you should do what you want to. With a bit of help from us, of course.
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Your Group Chat Needs a New Name and We've Got 120 Ideas
Time for some fresh rebranding!
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55 Celeb Cancers Who Do Their Zodiac Sign Proud
This water sign's got a wide range of impressive representatives.
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50 Fun Things to Do With Friends That Are Free (or Pretty Cheap)
A good time shouldn't empty the wallet!
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Here Are 80 Beach Pic Captions to Use When Writer's Block Hits
It's way too hot to think of something witty to say.
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Here Are 115 Adorable Birthday Wishes for Your Dad
Get ready to make a grown man cry (happy tears, obviously).
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These 80 Father’s Day Captions Are Absolute Gold
Your IG tribute deserves a quip that *just* might inspire Dad to finally create an account.
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We Tested Monos Vs. Away to Confirm Which Luggage Reigns Supreme
It's time to name a bougie bag champion.
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The 12 Best Silk Sheets for Your Bed, Tested and Reviewed
You asked for the best rest of your life? Right this way...
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We’ve Got the Best Summer Instagram Captions for All Your Fun Pics
Writer’s block be gone!
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I'd Like to Credit This Tinted SPF for My Pre-Summer Glow-Up
EltaMD's UV Daily Deep Tinted Broad-Spectrum SPF 40 is the formula I've been waiting for.
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Gen Z Isn’t Here for Elected Women’s Low Salaries and Dangerous Jobs
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Chloe x Halle Are Officially Back in Duo Mode, and They're Finally Ready to Talk About It
For their latest collab with Core Hydration, the Grammy-nominated sister act sat down with Cosmopolitan to discuss Halle's new motherhood, their preferred wind-down methods, and yes: new music.
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Let’s Take a Look Inside the Carlyle Hotel, Celebs’ Go-To Stay for the Met Gala
This luxury spot is where all the biggest names get ready for fashion’s big night out.
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Here’s a Quick Rundown on What You Should Know About the Term AAPI
For starters, the acronym represents a huge range of cultural backgrounds.
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Calling All Cozy Queens: These Are the 13 Best Couches You Can Buy for Under $500
Yeah, I’m in disbelief too.
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21 Best Travel Shoes to Add to Your Packing List ASAP
Get ready to have the hottest pair of kicks on the TSA conveyor belt.
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13 Best Upholstered Bed Frames That Will Instantly Transform Your Space
Your space = so much more elevated.
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Just 110 Birthday Instagram Captions to Celebrate All Your Fave People (Including Yourself)
From witty ones to cute ones, these will help you master the IG birthday tribute.
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These Are the Songs That Are Dominating Summer 2024
There's truly never been a better time to be a brat.
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35 Easy Ways to Spruce Up a Room Without Blowing Your Entire Paycheck
Easy and affordable? Say less.
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15 Curved Sofas That Will Make Your Guests Wonder If You Hired an Interior Designer
Inside: some of the sexiest furniture for your afternoon snooze.
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13 Best Outdoor Sectionals for Any Home Aesthetic
Now this is prime adulthood.
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16 Most Comfortable White Sneakers for Women That You Should Totally Have on Your Radar
Put a pep in your step with these!
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55 Rainy Day Activities That’ll Keep You and Your Friends Entertained Indoors
So, you actually don’t have to be a couch potato just because the sky is crying.
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9 Best Percale Sheets for the Coolest and Coziest Dreams of Your Life
They're soft, they're cooling, and they can consider me a fan.
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We Found 10 Mega-Comfortable Mattresses for Your Precious Rest
Get ready to form a borderline unhealthy attachment to one of these beds.
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I Compared Brooklinen vs Parachute Sheets So You Don't Have To
It's always a good time for good sheets.