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Forbes
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- Forbes
Megababe Founder Katie Sturino On Women's' Body Acceptance
Katie Sturino, creator of Kitty & Vibe's Sunny Side Up swimsuit collection, on Beach in the Sunny ... More Print. Hollywood has long sold a narrow definition of beauty, where being thin equals being wanted. And, sometimes, perfection comes with a surgeon's touch. Women are expected to chase an illusion. However, more women are now rejecting the outdated status quo; they are embracing who they are, whether tall or short, curvy or lean, barefaced or bold. Authenticity is replacing conformity. The National Organization for Women reported that by age 60, 28.7% of women feel dissatisfied and 32.6% feel self-conscious about their bodies—additionally, 43.7% of women over 60 report considering cosmetic surgery. The new age body positivity movement challenges the notion that only certain bodies are worthy of love and success. It encourages people of all shapes, sizes and abilities to accept themselves without shame or apology. What began as a grassroots movement for inclusion has evolved into a cultural shift that's reshaping the fashion and media industries. 'It's a really interesting thing,' Katie Sturino, founder of Megababe, shares about women accepting their bodies, 'because once you realize that you may be the one holding the key to the mental freedom you want to feel around your body, the mindset shift of acceptance happens.' In 2017, Sturino launched the digital platform Megababe to solve a problem. What began as a way to help curvy women feel comfortable in their own skin has evolved. It's a rallying cry for all women to reclaim their bodies and their confidence on their own terms. In a culture that still profits from shame, Sturino has become a sharp, savvy counterforce. Her debut novel, Sunny Side Up, has helped shift the narrative around women's bodies. And now, she's brought that message to the beach. Body Acceptance Isn't a Size. It's a Shift. Body acceptance isn't about loving every inch of yourself every day. It's about no longer letting your body image dictate your life. 'It just means that you're not ruled by your body image,' she says. 'Your life is focused on your passions, your relationships, what you're putting out into the world, not what size you are in jeans.' This mental freedom is revolutionary. For many women, something as simple as buying a bikini becomes an act of defiance. 'We've heard from so many women who bought bikinis for the first time because they realized they could,' she says. 'They realized no one's going to say anything about their body, and they just want to have fun.' Cameron Armstrong, founder of Kitty & Vibe, and Katie Sturino, author of "Sunny Side Up." A Collaboration That Lets You 'Wear the Story' Sturino's latest collaboration with Kitty & Vibe, a body-positive swimwear brand, is an extension of her recent novel, which features a main character who goes through heartbreak, healing and—most importantly—learns to accept herself without shrinking. Together with Kitty & Vibe's founder Cameron Armstrong, Sturino co-designed a line of swimsuits, Sunny Side Up, inspired by the book. The collaboration marked the first time a fictional narrative has been translated into a fashion line. 'You can actually wear the story,' says Armstrong. For both creatives, the process was built on trust, creative freedom and shared values around authenticity and representation. The First Step? Notice Your Inner Voice When asked for advice on body image struggles, Sturino emphasizes the importance of awareness. 'Just noticing what you say to yourself is powerful,' she says. 'You might not even realize that you start your morning by looking in the mirror and saying something negative.' That awareness, she explains, is the first step toward rewiring the internal narrative. It's a small shift, but one that creates big waves. When Women Accept Themselves, They Lead Differently Body acceptance has a ripple effect, especially in the workplace. 'Finding peace with yourself allows you to bring a different energy to your job, your team,' she says. 'It makes you a better leader.' And maybe that's the real takeaway: body confidence isn't just about bikinis. It's about showing up, standing tall and rewriting the rules without waiting for permission. 'I just keep going back to our message, which has not changed,' Armstrong concludes. 'It is rooted in this kindness. It's rooted in helping people feel comfortable and confident in a swimsuit.'
Miami Herald
24-07-2025
- Business
- Miami Herald
How creators can launch businesses and reclaim their audiences
In the heyday of the creator economy, stars are made in living rooms. Ordinary people prove capable of extraordinary things, turning content into cash and ideas into empires. But while creator power is growing, the control they have over their own brands on social media is not. Payment structures for sponsored brand content have shifted, as have algorithms and platform rules. A significant majority of creators view their monthly incomes on social platforms as unpredictable, while 78% say appeasing algorithms impacts what they create, according to a 2024 Patreon survey. As many of them wade into entrepreneurship and launch businesses of their own, this restrictive social media environment can hinder their growth. According to Shopify research, almost a quarter of businesses that added the platform as a sales channel did so to gain full control over their online presence. Ownership matters, especially for creators who build their audiences around their deeply personal identities. Learn how two creators, Katie Sturino and Rajiv Surendra, pursued entrepreneurship to diversify their projects and income streams-and keep doing what they love, on their own terms. When "too real" is just right Katie Sturino started in the same way as many of today's top creators: posting authentic content that attracted a niche audience. But she was before her time. "I was warned by people that I was too raw, too real," she says. A decade ago, filtered images of perfectly poached eggs and sleek manicured hands reigned on Instagram. Sturino was here for real talk. "I started my platform because I just wanted to help bigger girls find clothes," she says. "Then I realized women of all sizes were feeling bad about their bodies." Her content appealed to a wider audience than expected, and expanded to cover other body issues. The internet was ready for it. In the years since Sturino launched her personal brand, creator aesthetic has taken on a more authentic quality. "I'm very comfortable with the new landscape because it's all about being real. That's easy for me," she says. For Sturino, starting a business was about filling a gap she identified by listening to her audience. "I wanted to challenge the beauty industry to put out products that help with actual problems, not made up problems," she says. Problems like chafing, sweating, and even hemorrhoids. Megababe launched in 2017, founded by Katie, her sister Jenny, and friend Kate McPherson. At the time, Sturino had around 55,000 loyal followers on Instagram. "It's not a lot of followers to launch a gigantic beauty brand," she says. But it presented another way to deliver value to her fans and deepen the relationship. Go-live day was tense, with Sturino's parents' garage filled with product that wasn't flying out the door. Then, after landing a spot on The Today Show, the flood of sales happened. Megababe has since grown into a force in the beauty industry, expanding product lines and leaning into major retail partnerships. And Sturino's personal brand has grown alongside it. She's become a leading advocate for size inclusivity and published her first book, "Body Talk," a guide to self-acceptance. Still, her social content isn't reaching everyone. "For the past two years, I've been on and off shadow banned," she says. She's seeing it in her own data. "Plus size bodies often get flagged as inappropriate." Some 60% of creators say Instagram does not always show fans their best work, according to the same Patreon survey. "It's a real balance trying to figure out how to feed it correctly while also putting out content that you want your audience to see," Sturino says. "Platforms change, algorithms change," she says. Diversifying her projects and platforms-she's now on Substack and is publishing a second book-means she has more control over her message. And through Megababe's website, Sturino isn't at the mercy of the algorithm. She calls the shots on how and when her brand shows up. Her success with entrepreneurship hasn't changed Sturino's approach to authenticity. "I think people are shocked at how hands-on I am," she says. "It probably feels like someone else is answering my DMs. I'm still here talking to people about their armpits." A little dark, in a good way Unlike Sturino, scaling an empire isn't in Rajiv Surendra's plans. While the world may know him best for playing the charismatic and shameless Kevin Gnapoor in "Mean Girls", Surendra lives a decidedly quieter life these days. In 2021, HGTV toured Surendra's NYC apartment. The resulting video has garnered over 4 million YouTube views. Prompted by the enthusiasm for his lifestyle, he started his own YouTube channel, broadcast from that very apartment. That channel became a window into Surendra's world, a place where he shared his passions for art, vintage, and creating by hand. It's a blueprint for slow living, a throwback to simplicity. Fans follow along as he collects silver antiques, canes a chair, and makes candles and soaps from scratch. It's the latter that opened up a new opportunity for Surendra: His fans wanted to buy his products. "I didn't even know how to make that work. I only make like twelve bars of soap a year," he says. Eventually, he relented, though, and launched his own online shop. "I finally decided to say, 'OK, but you can only buy what I have.'" Alongside soaps, Surendra sells his watercolor studies and clay pots, also made by hand. "It was a big question mark for me whether people would be willing to pay $50 for a bar of handmade soap, but they were," he says, "and the soap actually is the fastest-selling thing on my website." While his approach means the store is often out of stock (awaiting the next drop of slow-crafted goods), the move unlocked a few things for Surendra as an artist. First, the store became a natural extension of his personal brand and YouTube channel, unbound by platform parameters. He worked with a close friend to design it after the feeling and aesthetic of his own apartment-the space that started it all. "The website feels kind of quiet, it feels a little dark in a good way," he says. "It really feels like me." Having full ownership over his brand like this is a stark contrast from his days in the entertainment business. "You would not believe how restrictive these contracts are. They want to own the rights to everything and have a say in everything," he says. "When I'm creating stuff in my apartment, no one's telling me what to do and how to do it." This new shop, launched in late 2024, isn't Surendra's first foray into entrepreneurship. He ran a calligraphy business for 10 years, producing signage and other projects for clients. It was here that he set boundaries for himself, once even turning down a massive client while he was struggling to pay rent. "A lot of people would say it was a stupid decision," he says. "But I knew that the goal was longevity and the only way to get there was by keeping the passion, by being excited about it." And he's able to do just that with his new venture, controlling what-and how much-he makes and sells. Selling products on his own site means he's closer than ever to his fans, too. "Now that I'm engaging in transactions with viewers, there's an added element of obligation," he says. "There's this new facet to the relationship that feels more personal." Forging these relationships is critical in a reality where more than half of creators say it's harder to reach their followers today than it was five years ago, according to Patreon data. These days, Surendra is thinking a lot about compromise. While in the past he's rejected the idea of mass producing something so personal, he's now entertaining ways to scale. "Maybe there are people or companies that can make the soap exactly as I make it," he says. "I am starting to think about ways of making it work, but still keeping the passion alive." This story was produced by Shopify and reviewed and distributed by Stacker. © Stacker Media, LLC.
Newsweek
17-07-2025
- Business
- Newsweek
Katie Sturino Is Ending Women's Body Shame, One Chafe Stick at a Time
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Summer: the time for pool parties, barbecues, beach trips and, of course, lots of sweat. It's something many women experience but rarely discuss. But after years of being unsatisfied with the lack of solutions to the discomfort of existing in the heat, Katie Sturino decided to take matters into her own hands. "My thighs rub together, my boobs sweat and my B.O. is the worst." That candid statement is the top line on Megababe's "About Me" page, setting the tone for the company and its founder. Women's Global Impact: Katie Sturino Women's Global Impact: Katie Sturino Newsweek Illustration/Canva Sturino used her background in beauty, fashion and public relations to start Megababe in 2017, offering a solution to women's sweaty troubles: a roll-on stick to prevent thigh chafing called Thigh Rescue. "The more I dug around in the chafe space," she told Newsweek, "all I could find were products for men or for athletes, people who are doing long cycling trips, nothing was for women who were wearing skirts in the summer [and] didn't want their thighs to chafe." After tiring of waiting for a bigger beauty brand to launch something to fit her needs, she decided to do it herself. The product line has since expanded to cover more personal care concerns, like boob sweat, razor bumps and body odor. But Sturino wants the brand to do more than just keep women smelling and looking their best; she wants to help them feel their best, inside and out. "[Through] multiple career shifts, the main thing that I have really enjoyed doing is supporting women, supporting women business owners and that has evolved into helping women feel good about themselves, which is something that I think we need more of," Sturino said. As an entrepreneur, author and body acceptance advocate, Sturino said her mission is to start an honest conversation about the physical struggles many women face but don't talk about. "I like to help women feel comfortable and confident and get rid of the taboo and the stigma that they might feel with normal, everyday body issues that so many people experience, what we've been made to feel ashamed about," she said. Sturino and her sister started shipping products out of their parents' garage, starting with the chafe sticks and the boob sweat spray. The initial 10,000 units sold out in the first month after Megababe launched, solidifying for Sturino that "we had something." Still, Sturino faced doubt from other business professionals about how profitable the product would be in the early days. She said critics weren't sure there was a market for the products because women would be "too embarrassed." "I had one manufacturer say, 'If you don't put anti-cellulite properties in the stick, women won't buy it.' So it was the kind of mindset that we were dealing with," she said. Sturino said it was difficult to convince a boardroom of men that her products were desirable because they directly solve major problems most women face every day. But it was her conversations with women that provided the anecdotal proof that inspired her to keep moving forward. "What really touched me is that I got to hear from so many different women who felt seen and who felt like less ashamed or less embarrassed about this normal stuff that was happening to their bodies," she said. "We pushed through, despite the funny looks and the weird comments we got." Now, her products are being sold in major retailers across the country, like Target, Walmart, CVS and Ulta. And Sturino said there has been a shift in business leaders starting to take her and her company more seriously. It's chafe season. Have you gotten your Thigh Rescue yet?. Megababe has grown at least 33 percent since its founding in 2017. Thigh Rescue continues to be the brand's top-selling product, with over 1 million sticks sold, according to the company. As of August 2024, the company's revenue increased 50 percent year-over-year. Inclusivity is the throughline for Sturino's personal and professional life. In a time when thinness and a "thigh gap" – where a woman's legs are so thin that her thighs don't touch – promotion is being targeted to women online, Sturino said her goal is "shame busting" and reminding women of all shapes and sizes that they deserve to be comfortable and not "suffer through" sweat, chafing and other body struggles. While social media feeds are flooded with plastic surgery, beauty filters and heavy editing to achieve one type of look, Sturino wants to normalize seeing different body sizes that are not ashamed of addressing these more taboo issues. "The norm on social is still to pose perfect, use filters [and] edit your photos," she said. "So not doing that, showing up with your body the way it is, no makeup [is] still pretty revolutionary." Even before launching Megababe, Sturino has been an advocate for plus-sized women. She started a plus-sized fashion blog called The 12ish Style and pushes for size inclusivity among fashion brands using the hashtag #MakeMySize on her Instagram, she posts side-by-side photos recreating celebrity looks to show how fashion works in any size. With #SuperSizeTheLook, Sturino wants to "help retrain your brain to see a picture of two women standing next to each other and not declare who wore it better, but that you can wear these looks at any size!" she wrote in an Instagram post. The company has a new TV ad that shows Sturino applying Thigh Rescue stick in public. The ad, which was also posted on the company's social media, has many comments from men and women expressing their "disgust" at seeing women apply the stick to their inner thighs in public places, calling the ad "nasty," "disturbing" and "unladylike." Sturino said the ad was kept from running on the Hallmark Channel for being "indecent" – thus proving the brand's entire thesis. Sturino responded in an Instagram post, saying she didn't expect controversy over thigh chafing eight years into her running her business, adding that these comments calling for the ad to be taken down prove that "we've got a major fatphobic problem still." "It is really helpful to have people see because it normalizes different size bodies be putting Thigh Rescue on when you're out and about and see the act of even needing something like Thigh Rescue or it's normal to have that kind of product," she told Newsweek. "So we come at inclusivity from a lot of different angles." Internally, Sturino is also keen on bringing diverse voices together in the business to create a collaborative environment where everyone's input is valued. "I think it's such a benefit that we come from different backgrounds because we all have different points of view and we're very respectful of our points of view, and I think we're also very aware of our strengths and weaknesses as leaders," she said. "I think being able to take feedback and criticism as a leader is something that is an underrated skill." Sturino also recently published her first novel, Sunny Side Up, that she said introduces a character "that is going to inspire and be relatable to a lot of different women." It's a romantic comedy about Sunny, a recently divorced plus-sized PR agent in New York City, with lessons of body acceptance sprinkled throughout. "She's kind of a shining example of you don't have to change your body to change your life," Sturino said. This summer, the company is adding a slate of new shaving products, including a pre-shave exfoliating Bumpy Bar and the Après Shave Oil. The products are also now sold in CVS stores, making them more accessible for people. "One of my goals is just to make sure that you're within five or 10 minutes of a chafe stick no matter where you are, and CVS has really helped us get that goal." As the company thrives, Sturino remains focused on her personal measures of success. "We have to know we're successful, because the point is that outside success keeps changing and shifting as we grow," she said. "So you have to know that what we've done is really special and that's just something you have to believe without the constant outside validation." Sturino is one of the panelists at Newsweek's upcoming Women's Global Impact Forum on Tuesday, August 5. The one-day event at Newsweek's headquarters in New York City brings together senior female executives and women who are "rising stars" in various industries for a series of panel discussions and networking sessions that will connect and inspire women in leadership to make a positive and lasting impact on the world. Learn more about the event and register here.
Business Insider
12-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Business Insider
I have to work on the last night of Prime Day, so now I'm subjecting you to my unhinged wish list
Unfortunately, it's still Prime Day. So that means while everyone else my age is out enjoying a beautiful summer evening or watching Manhattanhenge, I'm tethered to my computer, writing about deals. The good news is that my bosses have all gone home for the day, so there's no one here to tell me I can't write an article about all the things I personally want to buy this Prime Day. If you're also spending your Friday night on the internet (by choice, or otherwise), maybe my ramblings will provide some inspiration for your own shopping. I've also included some items from my coworkers' wish lists, because they have equally unhinged and impeccable tastes. Oh, and I'm probably obliged to tell you that we're still rounding up the best deals still happening over in our Prime Day deals hub. My Amazon Prime Day wish list A big, purple, sparkly rubber bag with holes in it I was recently introduced to the concept of a Bogg Bag, and now I want one. I feel like this would be so cute for the farmer's market, right? And because it's rubber and filled with holes, I could use it as a big colander wash my farmer's market produce right inside it. I'd also like it for the beach, if I had a beach to go to. Apparently you can buy accessories, like a snack holder top that turns it into a cooler facsimile. A bright yellow showerhead I actually have a Sproos showerhead installed in my bathroom, which I tested for our guide to the best showerhead (it made our top picks!). But this bright yellow color seems like it would make my mornings extra sunny, which is something on my mind right now since I don't think I've been outside in four days. A cannabis candle I have no idea why the scent is called cannabis, because it doesn't contain or even smell like pot. My boss is a freak for Malin + Goetz candles, and she's one of the coolest people I know (hi Sally!), so now I want to be a freak for Malin + Goetz candles, too. I'm not sure I can stomach paying $50+ for a candle, even on sale, but I'll happily accept it as a gift. A jumbo stick of anti-thigh chafe It's summer in the city, which means my thighs are constantly chafing. This stuff really does work. Plus, I love Katie Sturino, the founder of Megababe and am currently reading her new book (also on sale for Prime Day, but not on my wish list because I already downloaded it on my Kindle). A new Kindle because my husband just got one and I'm jealous I already have an (aforementioned) Kindle, but I've been considering trading it in for a Kindle Paperwhite Unlimited because my husband just got a Kindle for his birthday, and I'm a little envious. His is a newer model than mine and ad-free, so I'd want the Paperwhite Signature Edition just so I can one-up him with the wireless charging aspect. A book of Taylor Swift-inspired crochet patterns This book has been on my wish list for a while, and after this week of never-ending deals, I could use a calming and Swift-centric activity. An Octobuddy for all the content I don't make If this journalism thing doesn't work out, I have dreams of becoming an influencer, and word on the street is that influencers love the Octobuddy. I figure the first step to being a content creator is getting myself one of these. Hair dye I hear the advice is to go through your order history for any deals on things you order regularly, which reminded me it's about time that I dye my hair again. My grays are starting to show through after a four-day Prime "Day." A two-pack of Scrubbing Bubbles Once I dye my hair, I'll need to clean my shower. Lillian's Prime Day wish list Lillian says all she wants for Prime Day is a pack of "healthy" soda. I told her to dream bigger, so she managed to drum up a few other "practical" items. A Poppi variety pack I'm a fiend for Diet Coke, but otherwise I'm not a huge fan of soda. Trying the Poppi Cranberry Fizz flavor on Thanksgiving changed things a bit and opened up the world of prebiotic soda to me. Through trial and error, I've found that not all flavors are created equal, but I'm interested in trying the New Obsessions pack, which has the newly released Alpine Blast and Punch Pop flavors. A new MacBook As my aging 2019 MacBook Pro force-reboots once again and continues to go less and less time between charges, I dream of upgrading my personal laptop to a newer model. I've always used a Pro, but I've been considering giving an Air a try for something lightweight and easier to travel with. While I'll probably try to get another year or two out of my current Mac, the discounted price on the 2025 MacBook Air is certainly tempting. Shokz I'm a long-distance runner, and I've been meaning to buy a pair of Shokz for quite some time. They're wireless headphones that use bone conduction technology so you can still hear your surroundings (probably a must-have, or at least a should -have, if you're running alongside cars in the city like me). They're also waterproof, which might help me avoid breaking yet another pair of headphones with sweat and rain. Jaclyn's Prime Day wish list When I asked Jaclyn to contribute to this roundup, she sent me one item on her wish list and screenshots of — I'm not exaggerating — 17 items she actually bought during Prime Day, including what appears to be three different tripods for holding your phone. I don't have time to make that many product cards, so instead I'm just having her bullet out some of the stuff she bought: Aura Carver Frame: "My college roommate got married last weekend. Here's the wedding gift I got her to display all her beautiful photos from the weekend." Poppi Sparkling Variety Pack: "It's a Prime Day tradition for me to buy myself a big variety pack of Poppi. A lot of these flavors are new to me, but I'm a big fan of the cherry lime." Slim Square Havianas: "Pookie [ Lauren's note: Jaclyn is referring to Pookie of TikTok fame ] put me on to the square-toe Havianas, but I could never justify the regular price for a pair of rubber flip flops. For $15, I'm all about it. Lancome Lash Idole Mascara: "I thought it was time to stock up on my favorite mascara. I rebuy it every time I see it at least 40% off." Sulwhasoo Gentle Cleansing Foam EX, 200ml (I0088602): "I've been using the same Clinique face wash for 15 years, I still love it and feel like I'm cheating on her, but I'm curious to try this after our style editor Gabi flagged it as a must-try deal." TONEOF 66" Automatic Tripod: "I've been in the market to buy a new tripod to take better photos for style stories. This one is super portable and should be able to fit in a tote bag." JW PEI Women's Erika Topstitching Lace-Up Ballet Flats: "I thought I'd try the sneaker ballet flat. I think these look so cool, not sure if they're "me" though." JW PEI Women's Helena Pierced Mules: "These mules are absolutely works of art." Hefty Ultra Strong 13 Gallon Trash Bags: "Just so happens it was perfect timing to replace my trash bags as I pulled out the last of mine last week. These smell like a watermelon Jolly Rancher." Anker USB C to USB C Cable: "My MacBook charger looks like it has gone through the ringer. I've had a good experience with Anker products so I thought I'd give it a try." Kasas Smart Plugs: "I've had a few of these over the years, but now I want to add more automation to my house with my lighting. I like that these work with both Google and Alexa (I have both systems) and can track energy consumption." Sojos Sunglasses: "Style editor Samantha Crozier wrote about these for Prime Day. After looking at how good she looked in the photos, I'll give these tiny frames a try." A bunch of random stuff from Amazon Haul. Jaclyn did a deep dive on Amazon's Temu-like store, and purchased a bunch of crap — er, I mean — stuff along the way. Sarah's Prime Day wish list As our team's resident night owl and evening shift editor, Sarah is well acquainted with deal event delirium and way more cogent than the rest of us. Accordingly, her wish list items are probably the most reasonable of the bunch: A cute personal trimmer "I cheaped out on a no-name brand personal trimmer last year, and it forced me to reckon with a hard truth: you really get what you pay for when you buy a $10 trimmer. Its power and form factor have been disappointing, so I'm super excited to hop on this Prime Day Meridian Slimmer Trimmer deal per my close friend's recommendation. I'm superficial, and I love it when a product comes in a cute color. I'm smitten with this light blue, well-reviewed tool, and I'm excited about its waterproof design and variable length combs. Also, as our deals editor, I can resist seeing a rarely-discounted product down to an all-time low." Side note from Lauren: Now I want this, too. Our top fish oil for dogs "I try to give my dogs the best of the best, so of course I'm using Prime Day to stock up on the top pick in our guide to the best fish oils for dogs. I've already blasted through two bottles of this stuff after giving it to my three dogs daily with their meals; it's not something I can expect immediate results from, but I rest easy knowing I'm supplementing them with omega fatty acids beneficial for their long-term health. It sees sales somewhat regularly, but $20 matches the previous lowest price it's hit before." "As I mentioned above, I have three dogs, and that means a lot of cleaning up after them. Every major sales event I cover, whether it's Prime Day or Black Friday, I pick up another box of these poop bags. I love using deal holidays to buy products I'll need to buy regardless, since it's saving me money on an inevitable purchase, even if it's only 15% off." A cartridge-free color printer "I've wanted a color printer for a while, and after seeing the rave reviews of TikTokers on Epson's EcoTank printers, I knew I would be getting one. I've been keeping an eye on this budget model's price for months now, so once I saw it drop $100 for Prime Day, I jumped on it. So far, I'm pleased with the printing — it's nothing super special or photo-quality, but it does good enough for the price. Refilling the ink is super simple, and I'm excited to get some projects going over the coming months." A durable bottle-opening fish "No joke, my last fish-shaped bottle opener fell off the shelf and broke. I got this one, and it looks pretty sweet and durable. Now, it lives on my keys, displaying my love for my pet fish, the sport of fishing, and a good fish dinner." Shopping for more discounts tonight? Check out our roundup of all of the best Prime Day deals, or browse Amazon's website for the full selection.
New York Times
22-06-2025
- Entertainment
- New York Times
What Katie Sturino Wants You to Know About Her Body (and Yours, Too)
Katie Sturino is not a black swimsuit type of gal. As she wandered the racks at Bergdorf Goodman on a Thursday afternoon in late May, she wore a floral silk muumuu and a striped sweater, a bright green Hermès bag with candy-colored purse charms slung across her arm. She grabbed a stack of bathing suits — patterns, colors, a baby blue tweed bikini with buttons at the waist — and asked a sales associate hovering nearby if she could please grab them in the largest size the store has. The associate eventually returned without the requested models, instead proffering up a scant handful of shirred, red one-piece options, adding, unasked, that they came in navy and black, too. They were too small, but Ms. Sturino politely tried one on anyway. It fit, if fitting means technically being able to pull a garment over one's body. Ms. Sturino was unfazed, taking out her phone to snap a mirror selfie of the pair of us in matching vermilion Lycra. It's a scene that's played out dozens of times — both in her private life and in the videos she regularly broadcasts to more than 800,000 followers on Instagram: Ms. Sturino searching for clothes that fit her in major retailers, trying on a too-small option, and documenting the result. It's also a scene that unfolds in the opening pages of her first novel, 'Sunny Side Up,' out on Tuesday. The book tells the story of a dog-obsessed public relations pro turned body-positivity influencer slash entrepreneur who built a social media audience by posting candidly about her life. The protagonist's biography bears a close resemblance to that of Ms. Sturino — a dog-obsessed public relations pro turned body-positivity influencer slash entrepreneur who built a social media audience by posting candidly about her life. Want all of The Times? Subscribe.
