Usually, new moms are too tired and busy to even bother with their hair but not supermodel moms. (Though, of course, they’re probably tired and busy, too!) This past October, Bella Hadid jumped on the curtain bang trend and now, sister Gigi Hadid’s new bangs prove the look is here to stay. And she’s not the only one.

Just this week, Ashley Benson also got curtain bangs. Benson’s are a little heavier and more 70s-inspired than the Hadids’ whispy bangs but just as chic. Gigi took a page from Bella’s book with long, thin fringe parted in the middle. “Fresh snow fresh cut,” she wrote on Instagram, enjoying a snow day with her new baby and new hair (and Zayn, of course!). The model tagged hairstylist Alejandra from Tesler Salon in Los Angeles in the cute photo. Of course, the stylist went to Hadid’s place, which looks to be in NYC right now.

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It’s hard to tell exactly what’s going on with Hadid’s hair exactly with the filter on the photo but it looks like she kept her classic dirty blonde and added the face-framing layers. This cut is really versatile because you can easily blow-dry your bangs to one side or tuck them right into your hair. They also grow out quickly into long layers, making them pretty low-maintenance—at least where bangs are concerned.

Hadid joins a list of celebrities trying the trend. In addition to Bella and Ashley, Chrishell Stause tried some faux-curtain bangs at the 2020 People’s Choice Awards. Even Ariana Grande got in on the action, adding the long bangs to her signature ponytail. Who’s next to join the bang club? Take these photos to your hairstylist and it could be you.

Jen Shah’s Black Mesh Lace Up Swimsuit

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While Jen Shah’s black mesh lace up swimsuit is completely sold out, I felt that the suit provided a notable moment in Housewives history and could almost end up in the Clubhouse. After all, I don’t think we’ve yet seen a Wife step out in a suuuuper sexy swimsuit, a fur jacket and matching boots. And while I don’t know exactly how I feel about it, I’ll definitely always remember it, just like how I just remembered I should be working out after seeing Jen’s a*s.

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Shannon Beador’s Green Metallic Confessional Top on RHOC

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Shannon Beador’s green metallic top that she debuted in her confessionals on last night’s episode of RHOC is not only super chic, but as it turns out still super in stock (and under $200!) just in time for the holidays. And if you’re wondering if we tend to overreact about things like this, well you should probably go ahead and ask yourself “Am I breathing oxygen right now?”.

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Jen Shah’s Pink Safety Pin Blazer

Real Housewives of Salt Lake City Season 1 Episode 6 Fashion

EXTRA! EXTRA! Jen Shah is in the building! And this time it’s in a hot pink safety pin blazer, with a crown, hoola hooping on roller skates. And though we’ve seen many-a-pieces by this brand on other ‘Wives, I’d venture to say we’ve never seen any of them make an entrance like this.

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As the winter weather settles, many of us are ready to break out our favorite homemade soup recipes. So, today, I want to share one of my absolute favorites – homemade chicken tortilla soup.

It’s easy to make, good for meat-eaters or vegetarians and can serve as the perfect meal to enjoy while having one of those deeper winter conversations. Enjoy!

First, let’s start with the ingredients. Then, I’ll walk you through how I make my own chicken tortilla soup.

Ingredients for My Homemade Chicken Tortilla Soup

1/2 teaspoon cumin

1 teaspoon chipotle chili powder

1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

1/2 teaspoon salt

2 tablespoons olive oil, divided use

2 boneless chicken breasts that have been precooked, baked, or store bought

1 cup diced onion

1/4 cup diced bell pepper

1/4 cup chopped light green celery leaves, the ones in the center of the bunch

4 cloves minced garlic

1/2 cup diced carrots

1 can (10 oz.) cubed or diced tomatoes

32 oz. vegetable broth or chicken broth

2 cups water

1 can (15 oz.) black beans, drained

3 tablespoons tomato paste

2 tablespoons cornmeal

5 corn tortillas for the soup

5 or 6 corn tortillas for the top of the soup

Optional: Grated Jack cheese for the top of the soup cilantro and fresh lemon or lime as a garnish

How I Make My Chicken Tortilla Soup

Preheat the oven to 375 degrees. Mix the cumin, chipotle chili powder, garlic powder, and salt in a small bowl.

Drizzle one tablespoon of the olive oil over the chicken breasts. Sprinkle on some of the spice mix. Save the rest for the soup.

Place the chicken breasts on a cookie sheet and bake for 20 to 25 minutes or until done. Shred the chicken when cool enough to handle. Set aside.

Heat the other tablespoon of olive oil in soup pot over medium heat. Add the onions, bell pepper, chopped celery leaves, minced garlic, and carrots to the pot with the rest of the spice mix. Stir to combine and cook until almost soft.

Pour in the tomatoes and veggie or chicken broth and water. Bring to a boil and then reduce the heat.

Add the black beans and tomato paste and cook on medium-low heat for 30 minutes.

Mix the cornmeal with a small amount of water and pour into soup. Cook for another 30 minutes.

Taste to see if more salt or any other seasoning is needed.

Turn off the heat and add the first 5 strips of corn tortillas to the soup. Stir in.

Take the other 5 or 6 (you may want more of these) tortillas and cut them into very thin slices. Heat a small amount of oil in a small fry pan and fry tortillas until crisp. Remove from oil and add salt. Drain on paper towels.

Ladle the soup into bowls. Add the shredded chicken on top of the soup then the grated pepper jack cheese and top with cilantro leaves and the crisp tortilla strips. Squeeze on some lemon or lime and enjoy.

Voila! Homemade chicken tortilla soup that everyone can enjoy!

What is your favorite soup? Have you tried to make something similar to my own homemade chicken tortilla soup? What other cooking projects have you completed recently? Please join the conversation.