Kelly Lee Dekay
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The Strange & Unusual Guide to Christmas in NYC: 15 Events for 2026

15 spooky, gothic, and unconventional holiday experiences for those of us who celebrate Halloween year-round. Christmas in NYC is one…
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Sidekicks, Tumblr and the Inevitability of Cringe: Making the Case for Zoomers to Embrace ItART & CULTURE

Sidekicks, Tumblr and the Inevitability of Cringe: Making the Case for Zoomers to Embrace It

I feel like this goes without saying, but I’mma say it anyway: every generation thinks…
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I Finally Watched Obsession, and Men Continue to Be the HorrorART & CULTURE

I Finally Watched Obsession, and Men Continue to Be the Horror

I know I’m late, but I finally watched Obsession. You know that question women are…
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Ghost in the Shell The Exhibition at TOKYO NODE: A Cyberpunk Love LetterART & CULTURETRAVEL

Ghost in the Shell The Exhibition at TOKYO NODE: A Cyberpunk Love Letter

I finally made it to Ghost in the Shell The Exhibition at TOKYO NODE and…
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Why Watching HBO’s GIRLS in 2025 Hits Different for Millennials in Their 30sART & CULTURE

Why Watching HBO’s GIRLS in 2025 Hits Different for Millennials in Their 30s

Okay, I know this might be hard to believe, but as a millennial—one who lived…
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NETFLIX & CHILL PLAYLISTART & CULTURE

NETFLIX & CHILL PLAYLIST

  I call this playlist, "Netflix & Chill." 😉 Playlist is super chill but sexy…
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Kelly Lee Dekay
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Why “Mean” Women Get the Respect Nice Girls Beg For

I was always an assertive little girl, so naturally, I grew into an assertive woman. It probably does not help…
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Sacheu Lip Liner Stay-N-Peel Off

I love this because once it sets, I don’t have to think about my lip liner again for the rest of the day.

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Lumify Redness Reliever Eye Drops

Whenever my eyes look tired or irritated, a couple drops of this makes me look instantly more awake.

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e.l.f. Stay All Night Micro-Fine Setting Mist

When I need my makeup to survive a long day without melting off my face, this is the bottle I reach for.

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Medicube PDRN Pink Collagen Gel Mask

This is my ‘I need to look like I’ve been taking care of myself’ mask for when my skin feels dull or dehydrated.

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AHC Natural Perfection Double Shield Sun Stick SPF50+

This lives in my bag because reapplying sunscreen over makeup is usually a nightmare, and this makes it ridiculously easy.

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Beauty of Joseon Revive Eye Serum: Ginseng + Retinal

If my under-eyes are looking tired, this is the one product that makes me feel like I actually got enough sleep.

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L’Oréal EverPure Iron Sleek Coat

The humidity can do whatever it wants; this is what keeps my hair from looking like I fought for my life outside.

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L’Oréal EverPure Bond Repair + Oil-In-Serum

My ends drink this up—it makes my hair look healthier and shinier without feeling greasy.

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“YOU’VE GOT  Black haired latin woman in a leather outfit standing in front of a neon sign in kanji in tokyo TO KNOW THE RULES TO BREAK THEM.   THAT’S WHAT I’M   HERE FOR, TO   DEMOLISH   THE RULES BUT KEEP THE TRADITION.”

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