I stay current and draw inspiration from Fashion Week in New York as well as just by scrolling through Instagram. The runways are always a good sign of what's to come, but I also get tons of ideas from real girls on the street.
— Elaine Welteroth
My office is definitely an extension of my personality. I spend more time here than anywhere else, so it's important that it reflects my style and that it's an inspiring place to think - although it's admittedly impossible to keep clean with a gazillion beauty products coming in and out all the time.
Besties Adwoa Aboah and Cara Delevingne have lot in common. They are both beautiful It Brits with impressive modeling chops - and matching half-heart tattoos that symbolize their unbreakable bond.
I think of our readers as young, conscious people. We can't underestimate how far-reaching our content is, especially these days.
Personal style says so much about who you are. What you wear can entice different things from within you.
I think you've got to be able to relate to what teens are going through.
Beyonce's music is like lipstick or a decidedly tall pair of heels: It's empowering.
I think we speak to a certain mindset, and it's about, you know, inspiring people who are progressive thinkers who want to see change.
The thing about spending a lifetime under a long, bushy cloud of curls is that people naturally began associating me with my hair.
The life of an editor may seem all glam all the time, but there's nothing like schlepping through the city during a torrential downpour to put things in perspective.
As it's related to publishing, I think magazines really benefit from having a staff with a range of different perspectives and cultural references so that any reader can feel like there is someone on the masthead they can relate to, someone they can trust to speak up for them. It's great to see that idea being embraced more and more.
Call me curl-crazed, but there's just something about a head full of waves that can command any room and make any outfit more interesting.
When you do your part, life just unfolds in ways that are so much better than you would have dreamed up on your own.
It was so fun to see my hair all brushed out - it looked like caramel-flavored cotton candy!
I read everything, but particularly, growing up in a household where my mom was black and my dad was white, I remember really loving 'Ebony' and 'Essence.' Those magazines were the only place where I could see images of women who looked like me or my mom.
The next generation of luxury consumers are much more socially conscious, and they look to invest in brands that see the world the way they do.
From what I see, people of color are being called on in a different way. We're being heard in a different way - louder. And I think it's such an exciting time. The power structure is being redefined, and we're redefining beauty with the stories that we're telling and the women we're showing on our covers.
The beauty industry is changing every minute.
Every boss I've ever had has challenged me, pushed me, believed in me, and led by example.
There will always be a measure of calculated risk-taking in manufacturing fame, especially in a deeply divided political climate.
I love so many different denim silhouettes, but I do love a denim onesie. I think you can't go wrong with a '70s-inspired, full-on head-to-toe denim moment. I also love high-waisted denim anything.
I think my style is a mix of quirky, eclectic, bright, and fun, with a really sophisticated feminine silhouette.
Bey's mantra isn't about putting on airs or makeup. For that matter, what makes Beyonce Beyonce is that thing we can all wake up with: confidence.
'Teen Vogue' is so much more than just a magazine. It's so much more than just a website. It's so much more than social. It's really about the audience, and so we're going to continue to innovate and continue to find new ways of reaching this audience in meaningful ways.
When 'Teen Vogue' started out, 'Teen Vogue' was an aspirational fashion magazine for fashion lovers. You know, it was the little sister to 'Vogue.' And over the years, we've realized that our mission was really to become more focused on making this an inclusive community that speaks to every kind of young person.
Turns out moonlighting as a model is harder than I thought!
It's fun to sniff and slather on beauty products, but the end goal is finding what appeals most to 'Teen Vogue' readers and reporting on it in the most compelling way.
We live in a multi-cultural world, so embracing diversity is important in every industry.
As a teen, every major moment was preempted by a torturous, hours-long hair-straightening session. Sleek, silky strands made me feel prettier. And the truth is, I was completely clueless about how to deal with my curls! When they weren't flatironed into submission for special occasions, they were practically glued down with gobs of gel.
I learned early on the magic of life is having a vision, having faith, and then going for it.
Finding a store that sells synthetic hair in Kigali is easier than locating a Starbucks in New York City without Google Maps.
I think braids over all allow you to play with your identity a little bit and just have some fun and show off your creativity.
Ethical fashion is the future of fashion. Gucci's decision to ban fur is a smart step in the right direction - for the environment, for animal rights, and for its massive base of young brand fans who will soon represent the largest consumer base in history.
There's this moment happening in our culture where the power of the audience and the influence that people of color have is undeniable at this point.
I always love stopping by to see what Marc Jacobs has. I will buy pieces from Bergdorf or Barneys and then hit up Zara or Topshop for the rest.
I started out as the assistant to the editor-in-chief at 'Ebony' magazine. She took me under her wing and gave me opportunities to take on bigger responsibilities very early on in my career.
Practicing free speech on an open platform is a perilous path for any public figure, and there are no get-out-of-jail free passes in the court of public opinion.
I truly believe that getting dressed in the morning is about deciding who you want to be, what you're saying in the world, and how you want people to see you. It's so much more than superficial.
I joke that I've always had this sort of insatiable 'big sis' complex - which is odd given that I am the baby of the family with no sisters! It's the reason I have such a powerful desire to connect with girls and encourage them. So, it's a natural fit for me to have a job that's like the editorial version of an older sister to a million girls.
Not gonna lie - having a personal glam squad is pretty amazing.
We don't see ourselves as liberal or conservative. We consider ourselves an outlet that addresses the issues that matter the most to our audience.
Any major hair change comes with unpredictable and often unfiltered reactions.
Gotta admit, it's kind of nice being surrounded by amazing beauty products 24/7.
I had the chance to learn from some really talented people who have taught me a lot.
I've probably tried every curly-hair product on the planet!
Nothing is as exciting - or as nerve-wracking - as being the new girl. Whether it's your first day of school or you're starting a dream job, if there's one thing that makes a first impression a lot less daunting, it's a really, really good hair day.
I don't believe in work-life balance. I think it's more about work-life integration because, increasingly, so much time of ours is spent doing work, so I've always wanted to dedicate my work life to having a social impact.
What is unusual is not always threatening. What is different is not necessarily strange.
Particularly for back-to-school, braids are a great way of showcasing your personal style. It doesn't stop at your clothes; it extends to how you wear your hair.
There were times I was underestimated a lot. It gave me a unique benefit. The expectations were so low I could blow their head off.
