February 26, 2025

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While squatting over a Thai-style toilet sans toilet paper with a hose affixed to the wall as her only ally, contributor Hilary Cadigan had a revelation: “When it comes to cleaning one’s butt post-poop, toilet paper is never enough.” Cadigan returned to the U.S. with an abiding love for the bum gun and a desire to tell the world about her favorite cheap handheld bidet. “The pressure is entirely adjustable — press lightly and just a gentle dribble comes out, press all the way down for an enema-level blast; somewhere in between is probably where you’ll want to reside, but that’s up to you and your butt.” Best of all, this bum gun is only $25.

Also on the site: Contributor Julie Bogen talked to stylish parents about the best maternity jumpsuits, overalls, and rompers, if you're a popcorn fiend, contributor (and popcorn snob) Leah Finnegan recommends a $20 microwavable silicone popper, and Rachael Griffiths gathered all the best new stuff this week including Dr Martens ballet flats and a Bella Hadid x Frankies Bikinis collab. 

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Slim black turtlenecks are Kitty Guo’s wardrobe staple. After wearing her trusty favorite from L.L.Bean three winters in a row, she was due for an upgrade. She scoured Poshmark and magically found this mock neck from Une Heures in her size. A shipping mishap made it take four months to arrive, but it hasn't left her body since. Also on her mind: corn milk like her mom makes and the zingy, minty perfume that helps her get through winter.