24 Successful Women on How They Make Time for Personal Passions

For something that sounds so simple, work-life balance can be pretty complicated to actually achieve. While many working women swear by the importance of establishing this balance, others contend that it doesn’t exist and it’s impossible and unrealistic to have it all. Regardless of which side of the debate you fall on, there’s at least some part of you that craves that magical feeling that happens when you’re simultaneously killing it on the job *and* enjoying your life. Is that really so much to ask?

One step in the right direction toward achieving that evasive work-life balance is harnessing the power of your personal passions. Figuring out a way to make time and space for the things you love to do — no matter how tightly packed your work schedule is — is key to maintaining happiness as you continue to chase success on the job. If you’re thinking, “There’s no way I can find time to pursue my hobby. Life is too busy!” — think again. We have it on good authority from 24 inspiring women that it is doable to prioritize those passions, as long as you’re willing to put in a bit of extra planning and preparation. Keep scrolling for a look at their hobbies and their tips for actually making them happen.

marisa hall

Job: Brand and Executive Communications Director, Ford Motor Company

What She Loves: Dance

How She Does It: Dance has always been an important part of my life, and I attribute a lot of my success at work to my experience in the dance world. I have continued to teach dance throughout my career, not only because I love the art (especially ballet), but because I believe those values and lessons that dance teaches are so important to pass on to future generations. The art has left such an impact on my life that I am motivated to spend my weekends and weeknights after work sharing my love of dance with others. These days, with the 24-hour news cycle and an “always-on” business environment, I believe everyone needs an outlet to break away and spend time focusing on something that stretches their mind (or body!) in new ways.

christa quarles

Job: CEO, OpenTable

What She Loves: Iyengar Yoga

How She Does It: Yoga brings together your body, mind, and breath awareness. As you’re moving through each position, there really isn’t much room for your mind to wander in unproductive places. There is also something about finding comfort in the uncomfortable — remaining untwisted in a twisted position — in yoga or in life. I make it a priority, in the same way I prioritize a staff meeting or my son’s hockey game. Saturday morning yoga is sacred. I’m a better leader, a better mom, and a better person because I’ve incorporated yoga in my life.

whitney Casey

Job: CEO andCo-Founder, FINERY

What She Loves: Hamilton and Churchill

How She Does It: My hobby is Alexander Hamilton — anything and everything. And Winston Churchill. Anywhere they’ve been, I go. New Jersey for the duel, The Grange in Harlem, Trinity Church downtown for his grave. Winston Churchill’s daughter lives in my building, so that one’s easy to make time for. Curiosity doesn’t have to be a time requirement, it just happens. And when it stops, hopefully you have too!

Brooklyn decker

Job: Co-Founder, FINERY

What She Loves: Antiquing

How She Does It: My humor, as well as my passion, start in my home. I marry the two with interior design! I love antiquing and finding one-off, quirky pieces that give my home personality. I’m lucky to spend most of my time off in two cities that have incredible antique stores — Austin, TX, and Asheville, NC — so my best opportunities to pursue this hobby are when I’m already intentionally taking time off for myself and my family. (Photo via Kristen Kilpatrick)

Laureen seeger

Job: Executive Vice President and General Counsel, American Express

What She Loves: Running

How She Does It: I hate the expression of “having it all.” You can have a full life and a great career, but you can’t have it all perfectly. You need to find the balance that works best for you. As a mother of five children and the General Counsel of American Express, I realize I can’t always do the afternoon pick-up, participate in the PTA, or cook dinner — but I have made it a priority to plan ahead, focus on what is important to my family, and be fully present in the moments when I’m needed most. I reflect on all this by setting aside time to run every morning through Central Park. As a former All-American track and field athlete, this is one of my favorite activities and an important daily ritual. It provides the space I need to bring my whole self to work and still have an incredible impact on my children’s lives.

jessica frisenda

Job: COO, Forever Labs

What She Loves: Being active outside

How She Does It: My favorite time to work out is first thing in the morning, which is tough now that I’m based on the West Coast. The rest of my team is in Ann Arbor, MI, so their day starts three hours before mine! By 6am, emails are starting to come in, and it became hard to prioritize my workouts. I realized the negative impact this was having on me, so I started making rules for myself. Rule number one is to get up, not look at my phone or computer, and get to a workout class three days a week. Rule number two is to take 15-minute breaks every few hours to go outside, play with my dog, and enjoy the California sunshine. If I get too busy, my dog gently reminds me that these breaks are not optional.

Ida Tin

Job: CEO and Co-Founder, Clue

What She Loves: Reading

How She Does It: My morning routine is pretty hectic. I wake up at 6:45 every day to help my two children get ready for school. Trying to get them to eat breakfast and get dressed can be a bit of challenge sometimes, but we always seem to make it out the door on time! After that, I normally drive to work and arrive sooner than I need to be there. Once parked, I take a little time to read a few pages of a book before entering the office. It’s one of the few moments of quiet that I get during the day and it is really important to me that I nurture my own passions during this daily window. (Photo via Clue / Roman Schramm)

ellen latham

Job: Co-Founder, Orangetheory 

What She Loves: Fitness

How She Does It: My favorite hobby is my own exercise routine, based on my specific needs. I know you’re thinking, “But you’re in the fitness business!” — but that’s the point. I am spending my days programming and coaching others, so in my spare time, I work on my own personal fitness needs — Pilates for my inside muscles and stretching for my flexibility, along with joint mobility exercises. I take my Orangetheory classes two times a week, usually finding time early before the day begins and/or on Sundays.

angie hicks

Job: Co-Founder of Angie’s List, Chief Customer Officer of ANGI Homeservices

What She Loves: The lake

How She Does It: When it’s warm enough out, I love to bike, swim, fish, and go boating with my family at a nearby lake by Indianapolis. It’s close enough to get to easily, but far enough away to feel disconnected from the day-to-day. We keep it super casual and fun and make sure to prioritize taking these little getaways as a family to get a respite from busy workdays and school weeks. Even just a short weekend at the lake, away from the regular routine, helps us turn regular time into quality time.

amy brachio

Job: Partner and Global & Americas Risk Leader, EY

What She Loves: Friends, family, and fun (and the occasional guilty pleasure novel)

How She Does It: The first thing I do to make sure that I maintain enough time for myself is to set clear priorities spanning my personal and professional ambitions. Two of my personal priorities are being present with friends and family and taking care of myself while having fun. By defining my priorities, I can be purposeful around how I spend my time and stay grounded to what matters most. I am deliberate, for instance, about setting time for date nights with my husband, workouts with my sister, rest and relaxation at our cabin in Minnesota, and activities with my high school daughters. My favorite activities with my girls are volunteering for their speech and debate teams and shopping for those fashion necessities. Even through all my work and life commitments, I also try to spare some time for my guilty pleasure — reading novels you can find in airport bookstores.

kara goldin

Job: CEO and Founder, Hint

What She Loves: Hiking

How She Does It: One thing I always make time for is hiking, because to me, it’s not just a hobby — it helps me stay active, centered, and sane. It also gives me quality time with my husband and dogs! Every morning, I wake up at 5:30am to go for a hike with them through the Marin headlands so I can start my day with exercise and fresh air and ensure the rest of the day is set up to be healthy and productive. Even when I’m traveling, I find the time and space to go walking and (whenever possible) get into nature. (Photo via Cooper Bates)

Mary biggins

Job: Co-Founder, ClassPass and MealPal

What She Loves: Paddleboarding

How She Does It: I find that many of the challenges of paddleboarding are similar to building a startup: Balance is key, it gets harder if you slow down, and you have to go into the waves head on. Paddleboarding is my Saturday morning ritual. It’s one of the only times when I’m really disconnected from my phone and laptop, and it’s a great way to reset at the end of the week.

Sarah Devlin

Job: Director of Content, The M Dash

What She Loves: Writing

How She Does It: It’s a bit weird to say that my hobby is writing, since so much of my actual work is, well, writing, but over the years I’ve found that I feel much happier and balanced if I’m working on some writing that has nothing to do with my job. Sometimes, it’s journaling; sometimes, I’ll work on something more creative or experimental — or just buy a card and write a nice note to a friend. I try to make time for this most often in the morning, but if I can’t fit it in, in the afternoons or evenings, I’ll set a timer for just 15 minutes and see what I can do within that window. It turns out that having such strict time constraints can really increase your creative output — a lesson that has also served me well in my working life.

cindy zhang

Job: Software Engineer, Pinterest

What She Loves: Music

How She Does It: I enjoy singing jazz and R&B music, as well as playing the guitar. Recently, I’ve been performing at restaurants and bars in San Francisco for happy hours. Because music can be very therapeutic, I always find that playing a few songs will help lift my mood and de-stress [me], no matter how busy I am. Even though preparing for gigs can be time-consuming, just a little bit of practice every day will make a huge difference. Practice sessions don’t have to be long or intensive, just as long as you consistently stick to it every day. On an especially busy day, I usually like to squeeze in a few songs right before I go to bed. I also find that leaving my guitar out of its case and making it easily accessible will make me more likely to practice.

tonya dalton

Job: Owner of inkWELL Press, Productivity Expert

What She Loves: Cooking

How She Does It: I’ve always had a love for spending time in the kitchen, but I went through a period in my life where my love for cooking had died. I wanted to bring back that passion I used to feel, so I’ve intentionally carved out time on the weekend to create a traditional Sunday meal — food cooked from scratch with dessert (because all really good meals need dessert!). My family knows this is my time for me and they might join me to help do a little chopping, or simply leave me alone rediscovering my love for cooking. (Photo via Jamie Larson)

lane petrauskas

Job: Founder, Skorch

What She Loves: Mountain biking

How She Does It: I don’t call my hobby a hobby. I think the term minimizes its importance in my life. If it’s just a hobby, it’s easy to not prioritize in a jam-packed schedule. Personally, I love to mountain bike. I make time for it because I see it as an essential component of my company’s success. Yep — for me, mountain biking is a business initiative.

Courtney Buhler

Job: Founder, SugarlashPRO

What She Loves: Riding Vespas

How She Does It: I have to be serious when I’m in the office and have to get things done, so I make sure to keep my hobbies light and not overcommit! I tend to get into different things at different times — right now, it’s Vespas! After being in Prague, I fell in love with Vespas, and now I’m taking the long way to work every day and treating myself. Will the hobby last forever? Probably not! But I’ll be on to the next fancy and will have fun exploring it. The key is to make sure you’ll get to it by blocking it into your schedule at the beginning or end of each workday. I find that if I know I’m headed to my hobby right from work, I actually do it. If I go home first and then try to head out, I’ll crash and never leave the house.

amory wooden

Job: Vice President of Brand, MakeSpace

What She Loves: Flipping houses

How She Does It: While three kids under four and a job in the startup world is a doubly full-time commitment, I am currently working on two house flips in Brooklyn, one of which we are living in through the renovation! The experience of transforming a previously undesirable space both functionally and aesthetically is both exhilarating and fulfilling. It makes for a chaotic and dust-filled life for my whole family, but I think it’s important for my kids to see me put my hard work and passion into something tangible, something they can see.

kelly lannan

Job: Director of Young Investors, Fidelity Investments

What She Loves: Running

How She Does It: Although my schedule is full of meetings and I’m often traveling, it’s rare that I don’t find at least a little time every day to get a few miles in. When I travel, I wear my workout clothes. This doesn’t make me the most fashionable person at the airport, but it keeps me in the mindset that I’m ready to run. If my schedule allows, the first thing I do after checking into a hotel is go to the gym. I usually run in the early morning, as I’m often speaking at evening events. To save time in the morning, I sleep in my workout clothes — sports bra and all! And when I’m running on a treadmill, I like to watch some of my guilty pleasure TV shows! I don’t make much time to watch TV otherwise (usually I’m reading a cheesy young adult novel), so running on a treadmill and watching my favorite shows is a great opportunity for me to multitask. (Photo via Fidelity)

katie hunt

Job: Founder, Tradeshow Bootcamp

What She Loves: Regular dates

How She Does It: My husband and I have four children that are eight years old and under. With their sports practices and the challenges of finding a babysitter, nighttime dates are few and far between. My husband and I have a standing Wednesday lunch date that we look forward to each week. The kids are at childcare, I work from my home office, and my husband works less than a mile away. It works logistically and allows us to carve out time for each other every week. It’s been great for our relationship and I wish we had started these sooner!

brooke cundiff

Job: Co-Founder and Chief Merchandising Officer, CoEdition

What She Loves: Interior design

How She Does It: I find the search for pieces a relaxing hunt. Often, you don’t know what you’re going to discover! At least once a day, I check in on 1stdibs. On the weekend, my husband and I often make an afternoon of making the rounds of vendors we like. It’s a way not just to see what’s new, but to take some alone time for us away from our workweeks. It allows us some time to catch up.

marah lidey and naomi hirabayashi

Job: Founders, Shine

What They Love: Self-care

How They Do It: We both do something called Self-Care Saturdays, where we try and take Saturdays to reset from the busy week. Whether we’re biking around Brooklyn with our partners, grabbing brunch with friends, or hardcore bingeing on Netflix, we try and take that day just for us so we can come back focused and energized for the week ahead.

Erica Mandy

Job: Host, theNewsWorthy Podcast

What She Loves: Beach volleyball

How She Does It: I work a pretty intense and non-traditional schedule, so making time to stay active and social is a huge part of keeping me sane! I combine a lot of the things I need for my personal life into one go-to activity. I’m lucky to live by the beach in Southern California, so I’ve fallen in love with beach volleyball. I don’t let being perfect at the game stop me from making it a passion. Still, it’s easy to allow work to get in the way, so I ensure I make time for beach volleyball by scheduling it in my calendar like a meeting and planning specific times with friends so they’ll hold me accountable. If I have a friend depending on me to be there, I won’t be so quick to brush it off to do more work.

annie lawless

Job: Founder, LAWLESS Beauty

What She Loves: Yoga and meditation

How She Does It: After makeup, my biggest personal passions are yoga and meditation. My mind is always moving, and the only time I really feel it slow down and sink into a quieter place of stillness is when I’m doing yoga or meditating. I make time for my practice by doing it first thing in the morning before I start anything else. I wake up as early as I need to in order to fit a yoga or meditation practice in, because I know how much better I feel the entire rest of the day.

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Wellness in 2025is not just about personal health, but also the spaces we live in. The latest trends in wellness focus on a holistic approach that balances the body, mind, and your environment. From smart technologies to ancient healing practices, these 17 wellness trends are set to transform how we care for ourselves and our homes. Whether you’re looking to improve your mental health, your physical well-being, or simply create a more nurturing space, these trends will help you experience 2025 with a healthier, more balanced lifestyle.

Here are 17 wellness trends we're excited about in 2025.

Digital Detox Retreats

Darina Belonogova

The constant need to check emails, texts, and social media has led to burnout and stress. The American Psychological Associations' Stress in America survey found that a fifth of U.S. adults cited technology use as a significant source of stress in their life. Constantly being plugged in can affect both our mental and physical health. Taking a conscious break from screens to reconnect with ourselves and others will become a necessity in 2025. Expect even wellness retreats to offer more phone-free spaces and adventures. (See The White Lotus season 3, episode 1!). Whether it’s an hour a day or a weekend getaway, we allow our minds to rest and reduce the overwhelming feeling caused by information overload.

Saunas Everywhere

Photo by Yaroslav Shuraev

At-home saunas are the latest self care status symbol and will continue to trend into 2025 as they become more affordable (this portable sauna from Target is only $150!). Urban saunas, floating saunas, even speed-dating saunas are bringing this ancient tradition back and making it more accessible. Sauna blankets help improve circulation, detoxification through sweating, and relaxation of muscles and joints. A regular sauna routine can help reduce stress, promote better sleep, and boost heart health. The heat is also good for skin and your body's recover post-workout. Community saunas and bathhouses are also gaining in popularity, especially among younger generations who prefer the social aspect with phones and other distractions.

Train Travel

courtesy of The Royal Scotsman

Trains are competing with spas and resorts to offer wellness-focused journeys. London's LNER Wellness Train offers activities like knitting, macrame, doodling, meditation, and games. The Golden Chariot in South India offers a spa and fitness experience while the Royal Scotsman has a Dior Spa Carriage and offers views of the Scottish Highlands for a low-stress travel experience.

Gentle Workouts

Scarlett Alexandra DeGregorio

High-impact exercises can often leave our bodies feeling strained. By incorporating gentle exercise into your fitness routine, you allow your body to move in a way that reduces stress and tension. Workouts like yoga, pilates, or walking, help you become more in tune with your breathing and heart rate, which helps you feel calm. It's a great way to reach your 2025 fitness goals while also improving your mental health.

AI-Driven Wellness Devices

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Biohacking wellness trends like tracking sleep, nutrition, and exercise are helping people optimize their health and potentially their life span. According to a recent McKinsey report, more than 60 percent of people have said it’s extremely or very important to purchase longevity products, and 70 percent are planning to buy more products in the future. Wearable robotics are continuing to drive this trend, and allowing more people to turn their healthcare into a lifestyle, rather than waiting for an annual checkup. People are also using at-home diagnostic tools and e-health services to manage their health at home.

Smarter Supplements 

Photo by Nataliya Vaitkevich

According to SuperAge, supplements are getting smarter, more personalized, and adaptive to individual needs, thanks to AI, biomarker testing, and genetic insights. Formulas targeting menopause, hormonal balance, and fertility are becoming a major focus for women's health too. Shop immunity supplements, nootropics (for focus and memory), multivitamins and more on Amazon's health and wellness site.

Wellness Gardens

Billie Lentz

Wellness gardens are the perfect escape from the bustle of daily life, and can promote health and wellness with thoughtfully curated elements like aromatic plants, water features, and comfortable seating. Greenery, soothing sounds, and sitting outdoors in nature can encourage you to be more mindful and less stressed while homegrown food, herbs, and edible flowers nourish you for the season.

Functional Medicine

Cora Pursley

Functional medicine is a personalized, science-based approach to healthcare that focuses on identifying and addressing the root causes of disease rather than just treating symptoms. It considers genetics, lifestyle, and environmental factors to create individualized treatment plans, emphasizing nutrition, gut health, and holistic wellness for long-term health and disease prevention. Functional foods are nutrient-rich foods that provide health benefits beyond basic nutrition — so foods filled with vitamins, minerals, fiber, antioxidants, or probiotics to support digestion, boost immunity, or reduce inflammation. Examples include fermented foods like yogurt and kimchi, which promote gut health, or fatty fish like salmon, rich in omega-3s, which support heart health. Next time you food shop, look out for these foods and incorporate them into daily meals to enhance your overall wellness and help prevent chronic health conditions.

Light Therapy

Jemilla Mills-Smith

An estimated 10 million Americans are affected by Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), according to Psychology Today. Designing your home for better natural light, especially in winter, can help regulate the body’s circadian rhythm, improving sleep quality and energy levels. Use sheer curtains in active spaces like the kitchen, living room, and home office, and open up blinds to allow as much natural light in, stimulating vitamin D production to keep bone health and immune function in check. Mentally, natural light has been shown to boost mood, reduce stress, and alleviate symptoms of depression by increasing serotonin levels. It can also improve focus, productivity, and creativity while you work. For long winter nights, invest in a light therapy lamp too.

Wellness Journaling

Hannah Newberry

Wellness journaling helps you track your physical, emotional, and mental well-being. By documenting your daily habits, moods, and goals, you can start to see patterns, manage stress, and focus mindfulness and on your personal growth. Check out this Papier journal for tracking your 2025 wellness goals.

Smart Indoor Air Monitors

Mikhail Nilov

Improving indoor air quality is so important for a healthy home. According to the EPA, Americans, on average, spend approximately 90 percent of their time indoors, where the concentrations of pollutants can be 2 to 5 times higher than they are outdoors. Open windows when possible or use air purifiers with HEPA filters to reduce allergens, dust, and pollutants. Houseplants like snake plants and spider plants can also help purify the air naturally. Regularly clean and vacuum to keep dust mites and mold at bay, and avoid using harsh chemical cleaners that release volatile organic compounds (VOCs). Invest in a smart air quality monitor to give yourself peace of mind.

Water Filtration Systems

Ron Lach

Home water filtration is becoming a vital wellness trend, as people seek cleaner, safer drinking water. Advanced filtration systems remove contaminants like chlorine, lead, and bacteria, and eco-conscious designs, such as reverse osmosis and carbon filters, improve water quality while reducing our reliance on bottled water. Shower filtration systems are a great way to keep chlorine, heavy metals, and other impurities out of your tap water, which can cause dryness, irritation, and dullness. Have dry skin or scalp? Shower filters help maintain skin’s natural moisture barrier and can be gentler on sensitive skin.

Sleep Divorcing

Photo by Kampus Production

A sleep divorce, when you sleep in separate beds or rooms to get a better night's sleep, can save your marriage. While it may sound extreme, many couples find that it improves both their sleep and relationship. Snoring, differing sleep schedules, or constant tossing and turning can keep you and your partner up all night, leading to fatigue and irritability (never great for communication). Sleep divorce is about prioritizing your health and theirs, and many couples report feeling more refreshed, connected, and happier in their relationships as a result. Not ready for a sleep divorce? Try this Scandinavian sleep method.

Modern Pilgrimaging

Spencer Wirkkala

Modern pilgrimages, where you or you with a group travel to a sacred or meaningful site, nature retreat, or cultural landmark, with an emphasis on mindfulness, inner growth, and personal transformation, are forecasted to grow in 2025 as more people seek community and the great outdoors. Many people seek these experiences as a way to disconnect from daily routines, practice meditation, or explore new spiritual perspectives.

Dry Brushing

Vlada Karpovich

I always think of Gwyneth Paltrow when I think of dry brushing. She showed us during her typical Goop-inspired shower routine that she never takes a shower without one. It simply involves brushing your skin with a natural-bristle brush to exfoliate dead cells and stimulate circulation. It can help improve skin texture, unclog pores, and promote lymphatic drainage, which supports detoxification. Regular dry brushing may reduce the appearance of cellulite, increase energy, and leave the skin feeling smoother and more refreshed. For best results, brush before your shower for max benefits.

Sexual Health

Ketut Subiyanto

Sexual wellness is becoming less taboo for 2025. As conversations around sexual health become more normalized, products and services like sex education, therapy, and health-enhancing products will become more accessible. Trends include the rise of personalized sexual health solutions, such as tailored supplements and tech-enabled devices for a better sex life. Platforms offering education, therapy, and community support will also grow, empowering us to explore our sexual wellness in a holistic, shame-free way.

Wild Swimming

Büşranur Aydın

Water wellness, a growing trend in 2025, emphasizes the health benefits of hydration and water-based therapies, like hydrotherapy (hot baths, cold plunges, steam rooms) to relieve pain, improve circulation, and reduce stress. Float therapy (a float tank filled with Epsom salt water), mineral baths using magnesium and sulfur to detoxify the body, and swimming in hot springs for relaxation, muscle tension relief, and improving circulation are giving rise to the therapeutic benefits of our natural waters.

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Starbucks fans, the Starbucks summer menu for 2025 is coming way sooner than you think! Launching next month, the coffee chain gave us a cheeky lil’ sneak peek at their next seasonal lineup, and it looks stacked.

Scroll on to see everything coming to the Starbucks summer menu in May!

Meet The ​​Starbucks Summer Menu For 2025!

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Here's the full lineup for this year's Starbucks summer menu:

  • NEW! Iced Horchata Oatmilk Shaken Espresso
  • Summer-Berry Refreshers (Summer-Berry Lemonade Refresher and Summer Skies Drink to return)
  • NEW! Strawberries & Cream Cake Pop
Below, we dive into each item so you can know what to expect once these menu items drop in May! We don't have an official launch date yet, but will keep you updated here the moment we know more details.

Starbucks

NEW! Iced Horchata Oatmilk Shaken Espresso

Yummm. Inspired by horchata, we anticipate this new shaken espresso flavor from Starbucks to have notes of cinnamon and coconut, both of which pair really well for a light and refreshing sip – much needed in the summer! Per some Starbucks employees on Reddit, it looks like it'll be crafted using an all-new horchata syrup, too. 👀

Starbucks

Summer-Berry Refreshers

That's right: Starbucks' boba drinks are officially coming back! Launching next month, the chain's blue-tinted Summer-Berry Refreshers come with a serving of raspberry-flavored popping boba to elicit summertime fun. The boba pearls were very divisive among baristas and customers when they hit menus in 2024.

Last year, this lineup of Refreshers came in three variations: the Summer-Berry Refresher, the Summer-Berry Lemonade Refresher, and the Summer Skies Drink (mixed with coconut milk). The last two will definitely be returning to the summer menu for 2025! After a taste test from last year's launch, the Summer Skies ended up being our favorite.

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NEW! Strawberries & Cream Cake Pop

Lastly, Starbucks is introducing a brand-new cake pop flavor for summertime: Strawberries & Cream! Some Starbucks employees on Reddit noted that it'll include a strawberry cake base with buttercream, which sounds so yummy. This new bite will join the existing cake pop trio of Birthday Cake, Chocolate, and Cookies & Cream.

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If you're a 90s movies (and horror movies) lover, you might agree that nothing beats an old school slasher. I Know What You Did Last Summer, which stars Jennifer Love Hewitt, Sarah Michelle Gellar, and Freddie Prinze Jr., premiered in 1997, combines everything we love about coming of age movies — friends, summer vacation, and drama — with just enough terror to send a chill down your spine. And just like the original, the new I Know What You Did Last Summer features some of the hottest names in Hollywood.

Everything you need to know about the new I Know What You Did Last Summer sequel movie, coming to theaters July 18, 2025.

Is there a 3rd I Know What You Did Last Summer?

Columbia Pictures

Yes, a brand new I Know What You Did Last Summer is coming to theaters this summer. But just because it's a new film doesn't mean it won't have plenty of nostalgia.

"There's lots of '90s in there, so get excited because the '90s are back again!" Jennifer Love Hewitt, who's returning for the movie, told People. "And there's lots of twists and turns. I don't think people are going to expect anything that's coming. It's a really fun ride."

"We approached it like super fans, so I think people are going to be really happy," writer-director Jennifer Kaytin Robinson added. "All the things that you want to see in this movie, you're going to see in this movie."

Who's in the I Know What You Did Last Summer cast?

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The new I Know What You Did Last Summer cast features some familiar faces as well as some new ones. Here's the full cast list:

  • Freddie Prinze Jr. as Ray Bronson
  • Jennifer Love Hewitt as Julie James
  • Lola Tung
  • Nicholas Alexander Chavez
  • Austin Nichols
  • Gabbriette
  • Madelyn Cline
  • Sarah Pidgeon
  • Tyriq Withers
  • Jonah Hauer-King
  • Chase Sui Wonders

What is I Know What You Did Last Summer about?

Brook Rushton/Sony Pictures

In the new I Know What You Did Last Summer, five friends accidentally cause a deadly car accident and agree to keep the secret forever. But when someone starts terrorizing them the next year, they reach out to Julie and Ray for help. And Jennifer Love Hewitt can't get enough of this new "phenomenal" cast!

"It's for them to make it their own and for me to stand by like a proud mom and say, 'It's yours now, take it and run and enjoy,'" she told People.

"When you get a group of young actors together, it can be a recipe for disaster oftentimes," Chase Sui Wonders added. "But everyone in this cast just brought it to the nth degree. We all got along so well. The chemistry between us was so fun and natural and seamless."

Do Revenge's Jennifer Kaytin Robinson is directing and co-writing alongside Sam Lansky.

When is I Know What You Did Last Summer coming out?

Matt Kennedy/Sony Pictures

The new movie will hit theaters July 18, 2025.

Where did I Know What You Did Last Summer film?

Brook Rushton/Sony Pictures

I Know What You Did Last Summer filmed in Australia from October 2024 to March 2025.

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When I'm not searching for outfit ideas, I'm usually browsing the many beauty Substack newsletters I'm subscribed to. But nothing will ever beat all the goodies I typically find during Sephora's sale. It's one of the few times I'm able to score big on lip oils, niacinamide serums, and curly hair products without spending over $300. Plus, the perks of being an Insider, VIB or Rouge member are SO worth it.

Keep scrolling to find the best beauty skincare, makeup, hair and nail picks from Sephora's Sale!

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DedCool Mochi Milk Eau de Parfum

If you love subtle gourmand scents, you won't be able to stop wearing DedCool's Mochi Milk Eau de Parfum! it's a gratifying blend of marshmallow, vanilla bean and sweet rice milk that'll make you feel like you've wrapped yourself in a dream cloud.

The Best Skincare Buys From Sephora's Sale

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Dieux Deliverance Antioxidant & Niacinamide Serum

If you've been dealing with hormonal acne that's left you with inflamed skin or dark spots, we know how frustrating that can be. But you don't have to suffer in silence with skincare like Dieux's Deliverance Antioxidant & Niacinamide Serum exists. Not only does it treat the aforementioned concerns, but it's also good for minimizing pores and treating uneven skin tone!

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KORA Organics Milky Mushroom Ultra-Hydrating Mask

I like my skincare like I love my coffee alternatives — full of mushrooms! Even if you have oily or combination skin, hydration's still a good area to focus on. We love recommend KORA Organics' Milky Mushroom Ultra-Hydrating Mask because it targets dry areas while providing a healthy dose of Vitamin C!

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Tower 28 Beauty S.O.S Daily Rescue Facial Spray

We love Tower 28 Beauty's S.O.S. Daily Rescue Facial Spray so much that we wrote about it in 2023! It feels like a toner and serum in a bottle because it immediately soothes any allergic reactions we may having. Itchy skin due to pesky breakouts? You'll want to use this. Red or splotchy skin that's triggered by an allergic reaction? This spray won't let you down.

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Summer Fridays Lip Butter Balm

Juicy lips are always in, but we know it's hard to narrow down what to invest in. We prefer Summer Friday's Lip Butter Balm because you're able to choose from various shades and your lips will be protected from painful cracks that may pop up throughout the day.

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The INKEY List Caffeine De-puffing + Dark Circle Eye Cream

Eye creams are our life savers even if we haven't had a rough night! It's unfair, but everyone starts losing the collagen underneath their eyes at a point which makes dark circles rear their head. To combat that, use The INKEY List's Caffeine De-puffing + Dark Circle formula!

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LANEIGE Lip Sleeping Mask

If you want extra pillow-soft & kissable lips, we suggest using LANEIGE's Lip Sleeping Mask. Formulated without parabens, your pout will remain hydrated and protected with every use of this. It's so good that it's been ranked as a "community favorite" on Sephora!

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innisfree Super Volcanic Pore Clay Mask

We're sharing innisfree's Super Volcanic Pore Clay Mask with our combination skin girlies in mind. Though all skin types can use it, we know having dry & oily areas on your face can be tough to conquer. But this mask contains ingredients like AHA that help stabilize your skin's oil production and it also acts as a natural exfoliant.

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Topicals Faded Under Eye Brightening & Clearing Eye Masks

Did you really think we were rushing past your under eye care? We're serious about it and want you to feel your best, so we're sharing Topicals Faded Under Eye Brightening & Clearing Eye Masks. They may be cute to look at, but they also have plumping and hydrating properties that will make you look well-rested.

The Best Makeup Buys From Sephora's Sale

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Danessa Myricks Beauty Yummy Skin Blurring Balm Powder

We love e.l.f.'s Power Grip Primer, but we know everyone isn't a fan of it's "sticky" feel. To get the same makeup base that it provides, try applying Danessa Myricks Beauty Yummy Skin Blurring Balm Powder before you put on your foundation or skin tint! It feels like a face balm, but dries down to a hydrating, matte finish that makes your makeup stay in place.

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Ami Colé Skin-Enhancing Tinted Moisturizer

Don't let the "lack" of shade options scare you away because Ami Colé's Skin-Enhancing Tinted Moisturizer is spot-on with its shade-matching. The colors are spot-on and they offer a natural finish that's skin-like.

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Laura Mercier Tinted Moisturizer Oil Free Matte SPF 30

If you want to keep the matte party going, Laura Mercier's Tinted Moisturizer has an oil-free and matte version that oily skin will appreciate. It has SPF in it and won't clog your pores like some foundations do.

P.S. It's light coverage, so you may want to follow up with concealer or a loose powder that matches your complexion.

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Benefit Benetint Liquid Lip + Cheek Blush Stain

Lip and cheek blush stains aren't new, but Benefit's version makes us feel like it is. It's long-wearing formula stays in place all day and won't dry your lips out. Did we mention it's also smudge and transfer-proof?

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Huda Beauty Easy Bake Blurring Loose Setting Powder

Our favorite loose setting powder has to be Huda Beauty's Easy Bake Blurring product. It's non-Comedogenic (goodbye pore-clogging ingredients) and light-weight, so you don't need a lot.

Pro Tip: After pressing your beauty sponge into it, blow off some of the excess product for a flawless look. You can also tap some of the product on the back of your hand to help avoid unnecessary creasing under your eyes.

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ONE/SIZE by Patrick Starr On 'Til Dawn Setting Spray

We haven't tested if ONE/SIZE by Patrick Starr's On 'Til Dawn Setting Spray is waterproof yet, but we do swear by how long-lasting it is. We're also fond of it being vegan and cruelty-free because that matters too!

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MILK MAKEUP Cooling Water Jelly Tint Lip + Cheek Stain

Are we being biased about lip and cheek stains? You can say that, but we'll share why. In a world where it's easy to be heavy-handed with a powder, liquid or cream blush, we're all about using products that make our makeup routine easier.

The Best Haircare Buys From Sephora's Sale

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T3 SinglePass Curl X 1.25" Ceramic Barrel Curl

In the market for a new curling iron that you don't have to fight tooth and nail with? You'll love T3's Single Pass design! Created with all hair types in mind, it's sleek and has an extra-long barrel that'll fit around your hair without burning it.

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Gisou Honey Gloss Ceramide Therapy Hair Mask

Every time we see honey in a product, we know it's going to give us the hydration we need! In this case, Gisou's Gloss Ceramide Therapy Hair Mask contains properties that strengthen your hair while adding shine to it.

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Olaplex No. 7 Bonding Oil

Oils shouldn't weigh your hair down and Olaplex knows this. Their bonding formula gives you the healthiest shine while combatting frizz and heat damage which probably explains why it's so popular!

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Fenty Beauty by Rihanna The Comeback Kid Repair Hair Treatment

Sometimes your hair needs extra attention and we know just the product you need: Fenty Beauty by Rihanna's The Comeback Kid Repair Hair Treatment! It helps undo the effects of heat damage, chemical and color styles while helping to restore your hair to it's former glory.

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K18 Biomimetic Hairscience Peptide Prep Detox Shampoo

Speaking of color-treated hair, you often need specialized shampoo to maintain your new style and the health of your hair. That's where K18's Biomimetic Hairscience Peptide Prep Detox Shampoo steps into the picture. It may remove product buildup and an excess of oil production (sebum), but it doesn't strip your hair!

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BREAD BEAUTY SUPPLY Hair Foam: Curl Defining Mousse

Those with curly hair can use mousse and that's something BREAD BEAUTY SUPPLY is aware of. Their foaming lotion is incredibly soft and helps to repair your hair each time you apply it.

The Best Nail Care Buys From Sephora's Sale

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Glamnetic Press-On Nail Kit

You know how we feel about press-on nails, but we have to say Glamnetic holds a special place in our hearts. You could be a minimalist or maximalist girl, but there's sure to be designs that fit your personal aesthetic.

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Glamnetic Brush-On Nail Glue

Glamnetic also has a bruch-on nail glue that makes applying press-on nails super easy. You won't have to worry about applying to much glue because the brush picks up the perfect amount that will coat your nails so you apply whatever designs you have on-hand.

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Soft Services Theraplush "Hold" Overnight Retinol Hand Cream

Don't skip taking care of your hands the way you do your face or hair! Soft Services' warm gourmands Retinol Hand Cream helps keep your appendages nice and supple while also making sure your cuticles look taken care of.

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L'Occitane Strengthening Shea Nail and Cuticle Oil

If smelling warm & spicy scents that aren't food makes you quiver in disgust, try applying L'Occitane's Strengthening Shea Nail and Cuticle Oil to your hands. It has shea, apricot, and sweet almond oil in it to help replenish any lost moisture which is possible if you use your hands a lot!

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If you've been rewatching The Breakfast Club since 1985, then there's a good chance you've been waiting for a full cast reunion. Well, in honor of the film's 40th anniversary on February 15, 2025, the five Breakfast Club stars (Molly Ringwald, Judd Nelson, Ally Sheedy, Emilio Estevez, and Anthony Michael Hall) just reunited for the first time since the '80s! The cast spoke on how special it was to be together — and Emilio finally revealed why he's never been a part of the reunions before. Let's get into it!

Here's what happened at The Breakfast Club cast reunion with Molly Ringwald, Judd Nelson, Ally Sheedy, Emilio Estevez, and Anthony Michael Hall.

'The Breakfast Club' cast reunion was "emotional."

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We're HONORED to have the first-ever full cast reunion of The Breakfast Club with Judd Nelson, Molly Ringwald, Ally Sheedy, Emilio Estèvez, and Anthony Michael Hall here in Chicago at C2E2! ❤️

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The Breakfast Club cast reunited at the Chicago Comic & Entertainment Expo on April 12 for a panel conversation.

“I feel really, very emotional and moved to have us all together,” Molly Ringwald said (via Today). “This is the first time that Emilio has joined us. We don’t have to use the cardboard cutout anymore because he’s here.”

Emilio never joined the other cast reunions (like appearing at the 2010 Oscars), and finally revealed why during the conversation. "I skipped all of my high school reunions, so this just was something that finally I felt I needed to do just for myself," he told moderator Josh Horowitz. "Somebody told me that Molly said, 'Well, does Emilio just not like us?' And that broke my heart. I thought, 'No, of course, I love all of them.' And this just made sense, so here I am."

Two stars from the movie (Emilio Estevez and Ally Sheedy) appeared in Andrew McCarthy's Hulu documentary Brats in 2024, which explores the effects of an infamous 1985 New York Magazine article dubbing the group of young actors (which also included Andrew, Demi Moore, and Rob Lowe) the "Brat Pack."

But considering this is the first time the full Breakfast Club cast has been together since the 1980s, the reunion felt like a homecoming. "This [reunion] felt special," Emilio continued. "It’s here in Chicago, where we made the film, and obviously the 40th anniversary, and it just felt like it was time."

You can stream The Breakfast Club on Netflix, and check out The 12 Most Relatable Coming-Of-Age Movies.