Whether you’re heading to a music festival, embracing sportscore during baseball season, or are simply looking for an accessory to complement any summer outfit, there’s one item that’s a must-have: a small, clear bag that allows for hands-free fun.

Many venues, especially major stadiums, now require that any bags brought inside be clear, so the contents can be easily seen by security. Starting a few years ago, this created a frenzy of last-minute Amazon bag purchases and an overall flood of PVC plastic bags on the market. The upside of this demand is that there are actually a lot of cute, clear stadium bags to choose from. From clear crossbody bags and clear fanny packs to tote bags and mini backpacks, these in-demand styles are so trendy that you can wear them beyond game day.

Ahead, we’ve compiled the very best clear purses — with many customizable options coming from Amazon and Etsy — that fit within the typical stadium-approved 12 x 6 x 12-inch dimensions. We even found designer clear bags from brands like Kate Spade Outlet and Tory Burch. While you may think this will be a one-off purchase, you may be surprised that you’ll want to use a clear purse time and time again, whether you’re bringing it to school, out to brunch, or for a stroll in the park.

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In our series Salary Stories, women with long-term career experience open up about the most intimate details of their jobs: compensation. It’s an honest look at how real people navigate the complicated world of negotiating, raises, promotions and job loss, with the hope it will give young people more insight into how to advocate for themselves — and maybe take a few risks along the way.
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Age: 33
Location: Atlanta, Georgia 
Current industry and job title: 
Lead product manager, product management
Current salary: $170,000
Number of years employed since school or university: 11
Starting salary: $51,000 in 2014
Biggest salary jump: From $64,000 to $105,000 in 2018.
Biggest salary drop: From $150,000 to $0 in 2023.

Biggest negotiation regret: Not using the 10% rule when negotiating for a job. Always ask for 10% more than they offer you.

Best salary advice: I actually got great advice from an ex-boyfriend to add up the dollar value and the personal value of employee benefits, and then use every penny of those benefits.

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Megan Thee Stallion was thee highlight of Coachella 2025. It was hard not to smile ear-to-ear while watching the Grammy-winning rapper make the Indio Valley Desert a thousand degrees hotter during her highly-anticipated performance on Sunday night (April 13). It wasn’t just the fact that her high energy earned her control over the entire audience, or the surprise performances from Queen Latifah, Victoria Monet and Ciara, or how sickeningly good she looked.

What made Megan Thee Stallion’s Coachella performance (dubbed “Megchella” by fans) so special was the glow she emitted during the entirety of the show. It was how happy she looked, how much fun she was having and how clearly proud she was of herself for the work she put in that led her to this coveted spot on Coachella’s mainstage. The energy, the surprise guests, the twerking on her surprise guests, and her stunning beauty just  felt like added bonuses.

Seeing the 30-year-old rapper happy is a win for Black women. In the few years that Megan Thee Stallion’s star has ascended, the Houston Hottie’s (whose real name is Megan Pete) has experienced a bevy of trials and tribulations. In the midst of grieving her mother and grandmother, she faced a surplus of scrutiny — not enough support and protection — in the aftermath of Tory Lanez shooting her. On top of that, she was in the midst of a lawsuit against her record label, 1501 Certified Entertainment, and going through an ugly best friend breakup. Experiencing all of that back-to-back would be heavy for anyone.

In her documentary Megan Thee Stallion: In Her Words, the rapper revealed details about her healing journey. She spent a month at a mental health facility, took social media breaks, limited her alcohol consumption, and began working out. When the world tried to tear her down, she did the work to build herself back up stronger than before. As Black women so often do, she overcame.

So when Meg hit the Coachella stage as an independent artist for the first time (she was signed to 1501 during her 2022 Coachella performance), it was a victory lap.

Meg kicked off the performance with “Ungrateful,” donning a black, floor-length fur coat and cowboy hat to give ode to her Texas roots. The rapper performed a medley of her hits, including “Mamushi,” “Cognac Queen” and “BOA.” She even showed that growth doesn’t mean you can’t be a little petty, taking Nicki Minaj’s “Big Foot” diss track and turning it into a costume for her background dancers.

One of the biggest highlights of her performance, however, was the Black sisterhood on display with her special guests. Fans went wild when hip-hop icon Queen Latifah joined Meg onstage for “Plan B.” Queen treated the crowd to a performance of “U.N.I.T.Y.”  Victoria Monet also made a special appearance, giving a delicious performance of “Spin” alongside Meg and following up with “On My Mama.” The Houston rapper also invited Ciara on stage for “Roc Steady,” which sampled the Atlanta singer’s “Goodies.” The crowd screamed as they hit the iconic “Goodies” dance in unison.

“I love you so much and I’m so proud of you,” Ciara told Meg, bringing Meg to tears before going into “Big Ole Freak.”

Meg paid homage to these ladies and that energy was reciprocated. She brought the power of multi-generational Black sisterhood front and center. That sisterhood is the community that roots for us and picks us up when we need it most. And it’s the community who celebrates with us when we’ve hit a well-deserved milestone.

From the outside looking in, Coachella was one of those milestones for Meg. It further solidified her place as an entertainer as she finessed through technical difficulties while maintaining an electrifying performance. And fans on social media agreed.

#Megchella trended on X into Monday afternoon. “Meg is hip hop,” one user said, while another stated that she should’ve been the headliner.

Towards the end of Meg’s set, her mic got cut. A Bluesky user caught video of the moments her mic was off. As the crowd chanted her name, Meg finished out her set and choreography with grace and professionalism, taking a bow as her performance came to an abrupt end.

Though Goldenvoice, the company that organizes the festival, didn’t give a reason why her set was cut short, unhappy fans believe the reason was to leave room for Post Malone, who was headlining.

“#Megchella was the greatest performance of the whole weekend and they cut her for Post Malone???,” one user asked. Another person said Meg should’ve been Sunday’s headliner.

Though next weekend’s performances won’t be livestreamed, Megan performs again on Sunday, April 20, the second weekend of Coachella.

Megchella was amazing to watch because of her talent and expertise. But it’s also so sweet seeing Meg at this point of her healing journey, and to be able to root for her knowing everything she’s been through. It’s a hopeful reminder of Black women’s ability to stand up over and over again through life’s B.S. And more importantly, it’s a beautiful look into the joy and freedom we all deserve to feel.

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Spring is the ultimate reset — golden‑hour strolls, that first jacket‑free afternoon, and the irresistible urge to swap neutrals for something brighter. But between decoding new‑season trends and finally slipping into lighter layers, I’m still figuring out not just how to dress but which fresh pieces deserve a spot in my rotation.

That’s where the Nordstrom sale section comes in. As a fashion editor, I’m always combing through it for the best finds — timeless staples, trend-forward styles, and everything in between. Right now, I’m especially drawn to pieces that feel fresh for spring: breezy dresses, elevated basics, wear-everywhere denim, and accessories that make the outfit. And yes, loungewear and swimwear are very much in the mix.

Click through for 30 of the best spring-ready picks hiding in Nordstrom’s sale section — all editor-approved, and all worth scooping up before they’re gone.

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Sure, Lady Gaga delivered “mayhem in the desert,”  Megan Thee Stallion’s performance featured surprise guests Ciara, Victoria Monét, and Queen Latifah, and Missy Elliott’s set slayed, but we’re calling it now: The best vibes of Weekend One in the desert were at 29Rooms: The Lunar Lounge.

Over 1,000 revellers joined our party in Palm Springs to celebrate Refinery29’s 20th anniversary and the return of 29Rooms, our interactive, interconnected experience and the ultimate pit stop where beauty, art, and wellness collide.

In the desert heat – temperatures soared to an almost record of 104 F (!!) during the day — our party goers showcased their best festival fits. Their looks featured some of the season’s top trends: from fringe, wide-brim hats, and cowboy boots to comfy matching sets like a crochet matching set or a sea-through maxi dress. Perfect for jumping right in the pool at your hotel after the last set. (Just us?)

Among our fave looks: Caroline Stern’s bedazzled jacket and matching hair gems, which she wore during our TIkTok Live from our Beauty Space Station. And stylist Ivy Coco’s sequined skirt and crop top combo.

The Lunar Lounge was our first stop on our epic 2025 29Rooms road trip, which is popping up across the country this summer.

Here are some of our fave fits from the party. We’ll see you next year!

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In The Last Of Us Season 2, we’re five years into the future from when we were last with Joel (Pedro Pascal) and Ellie (Bella Ramsey), and, for the most part, things still look pretty familiar. Sure, there are a few new faces around, and the safe haven of Jackson, where a now-distant Ellie and Joel have settled with his brother’s family, has grown a bit bigger, but the infected run rampant and the U.S. (and the rest of the world?) remains ravaged and desolate. Structurally, life is different, yes, but as our characters rebuild, it doesn’t seem like much has changed societally — America is still very much America.

This is most evident toward the end of the premiere, which aired Sunday, when the Jackson community gathers at the local church to celebrate New Year’s Eve. Ellie is hanging out at the fringes, watching with a longing smile as her best friend — and crush — Dina (Isabela Merced) livens up the dance floor. Soon, Dina drags Ellie to dance with her, the music changes to a slow song like it’s actually a rom-com and not the zombie apocalypse, and the pair share a goofy moment before pulling closer to sway along. As Dina snuggles closer to Ellie — head resting on her shoulder, hand caressing her back, whispering flirty remarks in her ear — you can see all the tingle-inducing emotions flicker across Ellie’s face. It’s all the giddy promise of teenage love: disbelief, desire, yet still trying to keep it cool, and it culminates in a tender, hesitant-turned-passionate kiss that feels like a sigh of relief. Until they’re interrupted, that is, by an angry older man who calls them a slur and utters his disgust that two teen girls would dare to kiss at “a family event.”

As the infuriating scene plays out, all that ran through my head was of course. Of course one hate-filled man ruined a beautiful moment — which, surely, are few and far between given, well, everything else — for Ellie and Dina, tainting the memory of their first kiss forever. Of course no one else in the crowd (besides a late-to-the-scene Joel) offers them any support. Of course queerness is still under attack even as the outside world succumbs to crisis. It’s the reality we live in, after all. Currently, the ACLU is tracking 563 bills across the U.S. that are targeting the LGBTQ+ community in a myriad of harmful and dangerous ways, and, last fall, the FBI released a report that revealed they had recorded 2,936 anti-LGBTQ+ hate crimes in 2023, up around 8.6 percent from 2022. In Canada, where I’m from, police-reported hate crimes against the LGBTQ+ community jumped a devastating 69 percent in 2023 from the year before, and Pierre Poilievre, the leader of the Conservative Party who is currently campaigning to become the next Prime Minister, is on record spewing transphobic rhetoric.

So no, it wasn’t surprising that Ellie and Dina are met with hate. But in a show as bleak as The Last of Us, it’s incredibly depressing. When building a new world — or even just a town like Jackson — people should be striving to be better rather than attempting to recreate the inequity-filled status quo that existed pre-infected. Jackson is a small, tight-knit community of people who have beat the odds and are surviving through a violent, frightening time together. They go on supply runs together, they hunt infected together, and they have committed to keeping each other safe and alive. Why would Ellie, Dina, or any other queer person living in Jackson — who may not have even had much time to explore their queerness and how it might be received publicly given the whole fight-for-survival thing — expect to be attacked for their sexuality by the people they have been fighting alongside? They, like everyone else in Jackson, are key members of the community who shouldn’t have to worry about the respect they’re afforded because of who they are or who they love. At the very least, they should be able to count on others to not let homophobia go unchecked.

The scene in which Ellie and Dina are confronted is the most glaring and, so far, consequential way that The Last of Us’ new world older looks like just like the biased-filled pre-pandemic way of life we all recognize, but quieter moments in the premiere do indicate that this isn’t just a one-off. At one point, Maria (Rutina Wesley), a town leader and Joel’s sister-in-law, emphasizes that they need to be building faster to be able to accommodate more people fleeing the infected because she can’t bear to “leave them out there.” Joel’s response? “If our life boat is swamped, yeah, we leave them out there.” He’s immediately contrite about the way he expresses his valid concerns — they really can only construct shelter at a set speed — and the show isn’t setting out to make Joel look like a bad guy. But the parallels to right-wing anti-immigration sentiment, which has been using “build the wall” as a motto since Trump’s first presidency, are startling. If Joel, or any of Jackson’s leaders, let this thinking fester, then Jackson will no longer be a haven; it will become a place where safety is a privilege only afforded to a few, and that’s really not something worth rebuilding.

Stigmas from pre-infected life also play out in smaller, more personal ways, too. Early in the premiere, Dina asks Joel why Ellie is so angry with him, and he gives a very thoughtful and self-reflective answer about the state of their relationship. When he’s done, Dina laughs and asks, “Are you in fucking therapy?” (Spoiler alert: He is.) Joel gets embarrassed and tries to deny it, and the conversation moves on.

In some ways, this could be seen as a charming moment — here Joel is having a meaningful conversation with his adoptive daughter’s best friend, and they’re comfortable enough with each other that they can trade teasing remarks — but it’s also so, so sad. In our world, stigmas around mental health are still inescapable; according to a 2022 survey by the KFF and CNN, 62 percent of adult respondents said stigma was a big problem when it comes to actually seeking mental health help. And in The Last of Us, Dina is still a teenager, which just goes to show how deeply embedded these stigmas can become. Joel shouldn’t feel like seeking help is something he has to hide, nor should he be made fun of for it, even if done in good nature. In fact, I’d argue that seeking therapy while going through the trauma that has unfolded in the show is something more characters should be doing. Jackson could be a place where mental health is as valued as physical wellbeing. Instead, shame still thrives because it’s not as urgent of a matter while chaos looms, which will only create fractures within the community as time goes on.

My point isn’t that The Last Of Us should be creating a Jackson that is a magical, oasis free of judgment, hate, and societal issues — that’s probably more of a fantasy than a mushroom zombie apocalypse. But the characters should be trying. It would be nice, at least, to have the impression that some of them have the longterm goal of making things better than they once were. Yes, the world beyond Jackson’s walls is unpredictable hot garbage. Within its walls, however, they’ve been given the chance to remake their corner of the world into something new. Instead of doing that, they’re just inching their way back to the same old version of America — one that was full of flaws that too many people were willing to abide by.

Should the day ever come where our characters’ most basic needs — shelter, food, and sense of security against the dangers of the virus — are consistently met, they’ll realize that sticking to the pre-infected status quo won’t bring them happiness or a sense of belonging in their community. You can’t just work to survive, you have to work to create a world where tackling hate, injustice, and personal hardship head on is second nature, whether the infected are out there or not.

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Sephora’s Spring Savings Event ends tonight, and if you haven’t gotten a chance to stock up (or even if you have, and you’re coming back for more), now’s your last chance.

If you’re not familiar with the ins and outs, here’s the lowdown: Depending on your Beauty Insider tier, you can score up to 20% off every purchase during the sale period. It’s the perfect chance to snag those pricey, rarely discounted products or try something new without paying full price.

The sale is now open to all Beauty Insider tiers, meaning VIBs and Insiders can get 15% off and 10% off, respectively, until the sale ends. (Rouge members got first dibs on April 4 with a generous 20% off.) Plus, the retailer’s in-house label is getting some extra love with 30% off all Sephora Collection products, no matter your tier. Just use promo code SAVEMORE at checkout. Maybe the biggest note of all: There are no brand exclusions during this year’s sale, so gird your loins, prep your wishlists, and be prepared to go wild with your haul before the sale wraps on April 14.

Since Sephora can sometimes feel like a dazzling maze of beauty treasures, we asked our savvy R29 editors to share the must-buys they’re adding to their carts during the event. Keep scrolling to shop them all.

Shark FlexFusion™ Luxury Air & Ceramic Multi-Styler, $349

“Ever since I first reviewed the Shark FlexFusion, it’s been my ultimate hair tool obsession. It’s astonishingly user-friendly, delivers salon-quality blowouts, and dries hair in single-digit minutes. The brush attachment boosts natural bounce and volume, while the curling barrels effortlessly create soft waves (I sometimes brush through to loosen the curl a bit). There’s no better time to invest in one with a 10% discount that saves you over $30 is on the table.” — Karina Hoshikawa, Senior Writer

Glossier You Doux Eau de Parfum, $78

“Glossier didn’t hold back with its expansion of the You cinematic universe, and I’m endlessly grateful for that bold move. This warm, woody scent has skyrocketed to the front of my fragrance collection, and I even have it in rollerball form to refresh during the day. It has subtle floral notes of violet, with sultry palo santo and ambrox (the hero ingredient in every You scent). Glossier rarely does discounts, so this Sephora sale is a rare, sneaky chance to knock a few bucks off.” — Karina Hoshikawa, Senior Writer

Fara Homidi Smudge & Contour Lip Pencil, $36

“I’m not typically a lipstick or gloss girl, but I’m always on the hunt for the perfect everyday lip pencil to pair with a basic balm. Fara Homidi’s Smudge & Contour Lip Pencil in minky nails that natural pinky-brown nude that’s balanced and never too warm. The formula is soft, blendable, and comes in packaging that feels utterly luxe.” — Kate Spencer, Senior Affiliate Partnerships Manager

Ilia Limitless Lash Lengthening Clean Mascara, $29

“ILIA’s mascara has always been a favorite of mine because it delivers a natural look without irritating my sensitive eyes. Now, with a newly-released brown shade in the mix, I’m using the Sephora sale as the perfect excuse to add it to cart.” — Kate Spencer, Senior Affiliate Partnerships Manager

Summer Fridays Lip Butter Balm, $24

“Every purse of mine is a graveyard for balms and glosses I’ve loved, used, and, sadly, forgotten about — except one. Summer Fridays’ Lip Butter Balm — it’s  the only product I’ve finished down to the last drop, and I keep coming back for more. I love the Iced Coffee and Hot Cocoa shades, both of which lend a wash of juicy nude that’s perfect for everyday wear. Cherry is the next hue on my list. It’s giving juicy, just-bitten glossy lips while nourishing with shea and murumuru seed butter — unbeatable!” — Jacqueline Kilikita, Beauty Director

Rare Beauty Soft Pinch Luminous Powder Blush, $27

“Rare Beauty’s Soft Pinch Luminous Powder Blush brings a radiant, backlit glow to my complexion (it’s so convincingly natural, people always ask what’s my secret). It blends seamlessly (unlike most powders) and doesn’t budge until I’m ready to call it a day. I’m so smitten that I even gifted various shades to my mum and grandma. The airbrushed finish serves major smooth and plump. Plus, I love using a touch on my eyelids for a subtle, effortless glint.” — Jacqueline Kilikita, Beauty Director

Amika Reset Cleansing Oil, $30

“I’ve tried my fair share of clarifying hair products, but Amika’s Reset Range remains the gold standard for me. I started using this cleansing oil in college as a pre-shampoo treatment, and it still works wonders for banishing buildup and that greasy scalp feeling. The charcoal-infused formula transforms into oil and foams up beautifully. I go through it fast, so I’ve got my calendar marked for a discounted restock.” — Venus Wong, Senior Writer

Milk Makeup Hydro Grip + Glow Illuminating Primer, $30

“I’m already an OG Milk Makeup Hydro Grip Primer stan — it locks in makeup all day, hydrates without greasiness, and creates a flawless base (sans pilling). For summer, I’m excited to give the Illuminating Grip + Glow Primer a go, which promises to prime, prep, and give my skin that lit-from-within glow.” — Esther Newman, Affiliate Writer

Laneige Lip Sleeping Mask, $24

“I swear by this lip sleeping mask! I keep two pots close by my side— one as the final step of my nighttime routine (waking up to baby-soft lips), and one on my desk for an on-the-go boost of softness and sticky-free shine. The Sephora Spring Sale is the time to stock up.” — Esther Newman, Affiliate Writer

Chunks Medium Box Hair Claw Clip in Olive Check, $22

“If you’re hunting for a hair claw that won’t snap after a few uses, look no further — Chunks clips are elite. The AAPI-founded brand cracked the indestructible code with its FSC-certified cellulose acetate, a plant-based bio-plastic. I’m almost always rocking an updo, and these never hurt my head – this olive checkerboard print is calling my name for spring.” — Lisa Dionisio, Newsletter Director

Ultra Violette Supreme Screen SPF Facial Sunscreen, $36

“Our beauty editors introduced me to this Australian sunscreen brand Ultra Violette, and I’ve been eager to test the Supreme Screen SPF 50 Facial Sunscreen Moisturizer and Primer for my daily SPF protection. With sun season fast approaching, I’m thrilled to add this non-greasy, no-pilling formula to my daily routine.” — Lisa Dionisio, Newsletter Director

Merit Signature Lip Sheer Lip Liner, $24

“Lip liners are the moment, and I’m loving MERIT’s latest fleet of buttery-smooth, beginner-friendly blurring liners. They add just the right dimension without looking overdone. I’ve been defaulting to Brownstone to match my coffee-hued lip gloss for a ‘90s-inspired look, but I’m excited to get my hands on Coupé —  a soft pink that’s quite difficult to find in a shade.” — Venus Wong, Senior Writer

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