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Combining the three can make for what Halperin describes as the ideal “post-workout trifecta.” She lists yoghurt and fruit, peanut butter sandwiches, turkey on wholegrain bread with vegetables, hummus with wholewheat pita and veggies, and chicken with brown rice as some of the simple combos you can make yourself after exercising.

Refuel

To replenish your energy, you’ll need carbs, especially if you’re training for several hours or multiple times a day. Stangland says that complex carbohydrates (AKA minimally processed whole foods) are the best types of carbs as they will provide a rich source of vitamins, minerals and fibres. Complex carbohydrates also take longer to digest, increasing the feeling of satiety and providing energy that lasts. They also keep those dreaded blood sugar spikes at bay.

Some examples of complex carbohydrates include whole grains, brown rice, legumes, quinoa, sweet potatoes, vegetables and fruits like bananas.

Repair

Protein helps repair and build muscle. To help the body maximise muscle growth, studies show that we should aim for 20 to 40 grams post-workout. Good sources of protein are eggs, Greek yoghurt, beans, tofu, tempeh, fish, shellfish, chicken and turkey.

Another thing Stangland says to look for? Foods with a high leucine content, like chicken, fish and cheese. These foods contain amino acids that turn on muscle protein synthesis. There’s even some evidence to suggest that leucine may help improve muscle recovery and reduce inflammation.

Recovery

Speaking of recovery, eating both carbs and protein will definitely help on that front too. Halperin points to studies that show consuming carbohydrates in a 3:1 ratio to protein is the most beneficial for post-workout.

But that doesn’t mean there aren’t other foods you should consider working into your post-workout meal as well.

“Anti-inflammatory foods are great after a workout to help with recovery and for reducing muscle soreness,” explains Stangland. “These could be tart cherries, turmeric, dark leafy greens and deep-coloured wild berries.”

You may want to add omega-3 fats, like those found in salmon, olive oil, walnuts, flax seeds and chia seeds, as well. Studies show that just one week of eating foods rich in omega-3 can help reduce muscle damage.

Other nutrients to consider? Magnesium and vitamin E. In fact, Asche is a big proponent of both for their ability to support the muscles through soreness while reducing inflammation and oxidative stress. (She notes that research has found that almonds are helpful in exercise recovery.)

Fats

So what about fats? Turns out eating healthy, low-fat, natural foods may also be beneficial after you exercise. “You can absolutely incorporate some fat in your post-workout meal or snack; I just recommend prioritising sources of monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fat,” says Asche. To that end, she lists olives, olive oil, avocado, fatty fish like salmon and sardines, nuts like almonds and seeds as healthy fats to look for.

The humble clogs have come a long way from its sensible gardening-shoe origins. No longer reserved for pensioners tidying up the hedgerows, the slip-on style has confidently stepped into the summer shoe-shaped gap in our wardrobes. Personally, I love a clunky shoe – and the clog delivers ugly-chic in spades, the cartoonish shape making it an occasionally divisive choice. But despite what the clog haters say, there’s more to this silhouette than meets the eye. Whether you’re going full Amsterdam chic in wooden soles or switching things up with a sleeker or slouchier option, there’s a clog for every persuasion.

Thanks to clompy-shoe champions like Simone Rocha, Kiko Kostadinov and Cecilie Bahnsen, there’s been no shortage of colourful, glitter-encrusted clogs on the runway. Why go subtle when you can stomp your way through life in a pearl-embellished statement shoe? Alongside the weird and wonderful, the classic throwback styles returned in force at Chloé spring/summer 2025, leading the charge for the boho revival. For a more low-key approach, FitFlop’s viral rubber slip-ons remain undefeated, promising no blisters and no broken ankles this year.

’70s Style

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Cosmic tip: You deserve every bit of help that you receive.

What your companionship may be seeking from you is not more love, but perhaps more stability. Now, if this message applies to any other aspect of your life too, use it. Taurus, feeling safe in your bubble is imperative to you, and you, my dear, thrive off it. Hence, make mindful choices for what allows you to make this bubble even more secure and sheltered. In what ways can you allow more ease to come into your life – we are talking about material stability here, so that it finally helps you achieve mental & emotional stability as well.

Cosmic tip: You will embark on a new journey in the next few weeks, so make up your mind and remind yourself that you hold as much earthly responsibility as you do the divine.

You may have wished upon a star, and here you are, blending your heart and mind to craft something new. Be it a relationship or a career move or a personal milestone, the cosmos reminds you to not move into overdrive, instead, it asks you to gently merge your ideas with where your heart asks you to go and then send your love note to the cosmos. A new opportunity and a fresh start (perhaps even a renewed phase in a relationship or a new relationship) await you. Go grab it, Gemini!

Cosmic tip: Ask your angels for direction and take a step forward.

You may have a lot of options on the table, Cancer. But ask yourself what it is that really lights you up? As your season approaches, you are reminded to pick a pace that feels less frazzled, more directed; less chaotic, more streamlined; less struggle-filled and more aligned. And this will require you not to overdo but blend action with surrender in the right doses. Let go of what others expect of you. Ask yourself what you expect of yourself, what you want for yourself, and what you wish from life. You may even realise that a part of your past self that wanted glittery things, now feels a little alien, and now your present self wants comfort, but what glitters are intangible moments that make you feel like you’ve come home.

For the trailer launch of her upcoming film Metro in Dino, Sara Ali Khan wore a sculpted white mini dress with dramatic detailing. The off-shoulder dress was designed by Australian fashion house Aje and featured a cinched waist with a flared hemline.

The highlight of the look is the three-dimensional floral embellishment that blooms along the neckline and across her upper arms. The oversized rosettes bring a romantic element to the otherwise structured dress.

Styled by Tanya Ghavri, the actor completed the look with matching white stilettos from London Rag India, diamond studs by Anayah Jewellery and a wristwatch with pink leather straps. Her hair was tied up in a low bun, with a few face-framing loose strands adding to the softness of the look. The makeup was minimal—dewy cheeks, smudged kajal and nude lips.

The actor has often been spotted in fresh, fairy tale-like outfits. She was recently seen in a similar baby blue mini dress by Elliatt. Instead of flowers, the visual centrepiece of the dress was a statement bow at the back.

Fibre may not show up next to collagen coffee or infrared saunas on your wellness feed, but if you want to feel clearer and lighter from the inside out, this is where it begins.

We’ve been trained to count macronutrients—protein, carbs, fats—as if they’re the whole story. But fibre doesn’t play by those rules. You can’t just “hit your goal” by eating the same foods on repeat. And yet, that’s exactly what most of us do: cycle through the same handful of fibre-rich staples and assume we’re covered.

As Dr Madhur Motwani, clinician-scientist and gut health entrepreneur, explains: “While the amount of fibre is important, diversity is equally crucial. You want them all coming together to create short-chain fatty acids, which are going to impact your entire metabolic health.”

You don’t need to track which food does what. Just start including a wider mix because that’s the secret to unlocking fibre’s true potential.

The different types of fibre your gut craves

We’ve popularised kale and broccoli as the face of fibre, but every plant food—grains, greens, lentils, legumes, fruits, vegetables, nuts and seeds—contains a different kind. Each feeds a unique group of microbes in your gut.

Think of your gut like an organisation. Each fibre-rich food fuels a different department. If one is overworked and the rest neglected, the system slows down. Your body doesn’t need just one superfood; it needs a full staff, all working in sync.

The fibre in beetroot nourishes a different “team” than what’s found in flaxseed or chickpeas. Even between leafy greens—amaranth, spinach, methi—the microbial impact varies.

And since each bacterial strain supports a different body function, the more varied your fibre sources, the more balanced your entire internal ecosystem becomes.

Gut health expert Dr Will Bulsiewicz compares the gut to the Amazon rainforest. Its health depends on biodiversity. In your body, that translates to more stable moods, clearer skin and better digestion, without obsessing over food rules or micromanaging your meals.

What fibre diversity looks like in real life

You don’t need a kitchen overhaul or 25 ingredients in every meal. Focus on variety across the week, not every single plate. Start by noticing which foods you’re repeating and where you could swap something in.

What’s low effort and almost always guaranteed to look chic? A white summer dress. Ananya Panday leaned into its easy-breezy allure during a casual beach outing, opting for an ankle-length slip with delicate spaghetti straps and dainty lace trims along the neckline and hem. The airy fabric, subtly pleated with distressed details, struck the perfect balance between relaxed and romantic. Skipping statement accessories, she kept things minimal with just a pair of gold earrings—proof that less really can be more.

Sometimes, all it takes is a pair of jeans and a plain black tee to look effortlessly chic—but if you’re wondering how to take that classic combo up a notch, look to Diana Penty for cues. She styled the off-duty staples with this season’s new It-girl favourite– Puma’s Speedcat Ballet. Sleek, Y2K-inspired, and refreshingly non-chunky, the silhouette offers a pared-back alternative to the usual dad sneakers and slides. Previously spotted on Dua Lipa too, it’s fast becoming the cool-girl shoe of the summer.

Romantic red flags and dramatic betrayals get a lot of attention (rightfully so). But it’s often the everyday bad relationship habits that quietly drive couples apart.

Compared to the biggies like cheating, yelling or outright disrespect, more subtle patterns—in the way we communicate (or don’t), the assumptions we make, the emotional needs we ignore—tend to slip under the radar and get dismissed as annoying yet harmless quirks. But really, “what ends up happening is that resentment builds, and it builds and it builds,” says Janet Bayramyan, LCSW, a licensed psychotherapist at Road to Wellness in Los Angeles, which is why recognising these small but impactful behaviours (before they grow beyond repair) is so important.

Read below for the most common mistakes even the strongest couples make without realising, according to relationship experts—plus, easy fixes to keep your romance strong.

1. You hide behind humour to avoid deeper discussions

Whenever serious topics come up, you turn into Chandler Bing—cracking jokes or dropping sarcastic one-liners to lighten the mood. Whether it’s a talk about moving in together, money stuff or big feelings, you’d rather dodge it than face it head-on.

“Typically, I’ve seen this happen because one partner feels uncomfortable or incapable of having tough conversations and emotional intimacy, so they’ll use humour to deflect,” Bayramyan explains. The problem, though, is that this defence mechanism can leave your loved one feeling dismissed, as if you’re only interested in the fun, easy parts of a romantic relationship—and not willing to face the deeper, messier moments together.

What to do instead: You don’t have to pretend that opening up isn’t scary. “Be honest and let your partner know there’s a part of you that wants to deflect because you have a hard time with serious conversations,” Bayramyan says. For them, this can be the reassurance they need to know you’re not just brushing them off. And for you, this kind of confession is a necessary baby step toward being more vulnerable with your partner.

2. You swap date nights for takeout and TV in bed

Most long-term relationships aren’t as high-energy as they were in the beginning. As you settle in and get comfortable with each other, it’s normal—even kind of heartwarming—to fall into a softer, more familiar routine that might look something like dinner after work, an episode of your favourite show, some phone scrolling (or fooling around) before bed. Then repeat the next day.

Cosmic tip: We are all mirrors reflecting the same light. So instead of taking things personally, take it as a projection or a lesson and move on.

Spending some time outdoors may bless you with fresh ideas and an energised spirit. Leo, you have been busy building, and your angels ask you to please pause and take a moment to reflect – perhaps even make meditation a part of your everyday life to plug into Source and replenish yourself etherically, either at the beginning or the end of each day. You hold the universe within you, you only need to make the time to remember this beautiful memory. When life gets too much, ask for help, because as much as you’d love to, getting to a destination is seldom a lonely affair.

Cosmic tip: Rise above your challenges by seeking help and support.

Get ready for the apple to fall upon your head around mid-June, Virgo. You will not only get your answers but also find your way through this sticky spot in life. Your only job currently is to stay aligned and honest with yourself. This may not be the time to move forward, but it is the time for you to plan ahead. You can see the loopholes, you can see the blind spots, and soon you will also see workarounds for your situation. Patience is a precious virtue, and at this point in time, you are here to hone it.

Cosmic tip: The Universe is currently asking you – how willing are you to show up as your true self?

This may feel like the moment where everything falls apart, but it is also the moment where your wishes and desires magically align. Libra, what you water today will be blooming in your life in the next year or so, and while that may feel like a long time, your angels assure you that you will see smaller milestones and proof along the way – a build-up to the real thing. Your first step to healing and recovery–even manifestation–is to love the very essence of what you currently are – your body, mind, spirit, everything. For those struggling with a healthy sense of self-worth and body image: gaze into the mirror and look at that part of you that you struggle to accept, and then gently caress it and ask yourself what it does for you and how it has helped you all this while. For example, that stubborn belly fat holds your stomach and keeps you healthy, and for some, it may also have blessed you with beautiful children. Once you have acknowledged what it does for you, simply say, “Thank you, I love you.” Do this consistently as often as possible every d, ay and watch your perspective and acceptance shift. You can also do this for the people in your life.

Sometimes your knee-jerk reactions become the only way you do life. Sometimes, no matter how hard you try, you keep coming back to the same stories, the same narratives, Pisces. And that is completely normal. Now, healing is never linear. It always involves that moment of pause where you must look around and acknowledge, if not feel grateful for, all that has shifted for you. Embrace your loved ones who stuck by you, cheer on for those who joined you on this path and then remind yourself about how ready you are to consciously move on from this old, tattered, dried, lifeless leaf that was once all you knew. Lift your gaze from the roots onto the beautiful rose that is blossoming.

Cosmic tip: Trust your vibes.

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A dress is the cornerstone of most summer wardrobes. On days when you want to get ready in a hurry, a summer dress is an ultimate ready-made outfit that requires very little styling – the only thing you really need to consider is what shoes to pair with your chosen sundress.

Midi-dresses and chunky sandals have been a winning combination for several summers, but if you want to experiment with some new silhouettes this year, there are a number of fashion-forward shapes that are just as effortless. It is undoubtedly the summer of the flip-flop – embrace a ’90s mood by pairing a slinky dress with an in-built scarf with a pair of heeled thong sandals.

For those after something a little more statement making, perhaps the Noughties is more your decade. Chloé’s creative director Chemena Kamali is spearheading the return of the cork wedge and clog sandals, bringing some added glamour to printed dresses that are sweeping new-in sections this summer.

When it comes to leading dress silhouettes, this summer it’s all about a white nightie with lace and broderie anglaise detailing, as championed in Miu Miu’s spring/summer 2025 collection. While these cotton dresses will pair with almost any summer shoe, we love the bookish charm a pair of well-worn leather loafers brings to this dainty look, as seen at Miu Miu. The sneakerina – a trainer, ballet pump hybrid – is also trending this summer, and while it is often worn with sporty shorts or barre-ready leggings, it pairs beautifully with bubble-hem mini and midis, which are 2025’s answer to the personality dress.

Keep reading for more ideas of new dress and shoe pairings to try this summer.

Nightie-style dress and flat loafers

reformation – Anemone Dress

Miu Miu – Bleached Leather Loafers

mytheresa – Bow-Detail Crêpe De Chine Slip Dress

duke + dexter – Wilde Brown Suede Penny Loafers

dune – Suede Slip On Ruched Toe Loafers

Bubble hem minidress and sneakerinas

COS – Bubble-Hem Minidress

Louis Vuitton – LV Sneakerina

Moda Operandi – Fifi Linen-Blend Bubble Minidress

Puma – Speedcat Ballet Flats

COS – Sleeveless Bubble-Hem Midi-Dress

Vivaia – Round-Toe Satin Sneakerina

Printed dress and clog sandals

Net-A-Porter – Muumuu Floral-Print Silk-Twill Maxi Dress

Maksu – Blue & Burgundy Gathered Detail Tunic

ancient greek sandals – Natali Sabot

Net-A-Porter – Marea Crocheted Cotton Maxi Dress

Free People – Cecily Clogs

Strap dress and embellished sandals

COS – Pleated Linen Maxi Dress

MyTheresa – Embellished Leather Sandals

Arket – Mini Gingham Dress

Net-A-Porter – Gleam Leather Sandals

MyTheresa – Bazaruto Embellished Leather Sandals

Polka dot dress and ballet pumps

Marks & Spencer – Polka Dot Ruched Midaxi Bodycon Dress

Net-a-Porter – Leonie Bow-Embellished Ballet Flats

Net-a-Porter – Maryanna Ruched Polka-Dot Silk-Georgette Midi-Dress

COS – Ruched Leather Ballet Flats

& other stories – Frilled Maxi Dress

Me + Em – Studded Ballet Flat

Scarf dress and thong heeled sandals

Mango – Asymmetrical satin dress

Illi Scarf-Detailed Strapless Stretch-Knit And Silk Crepe De Chine Maxi Dress

Shanti 70 Embellished Leather Sandals

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