Bernadette Roe

New York

Writer at Nicki Swift

Freelance Writer at Women.com

Nonfiction writer, maximalist, former nun & still Catholic

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Articles

Who Is Amanda Nguyen? Her Blue Origin Story Is The Only One Worth Talking About

3 days ago | women.com | Bernadette Roe

The following article includes mentions of rape and sexual assault. On April 14, 2025, six women went to space for 11 minutes on a launch by Blue Origin, the space company owned by Jeff Bezos. The trip was expected to be a success; a feminist voyage into the uncharted ethers, a beacon of hope for young girls interested in STEM. Unfortunately, instead of inspiration, the trip proved to be nothing short of cringey.
8 Royals Who Made Confusing Name Changes

4 days ago | thelist.com | Bernadette Roe

For anyone who watched Netflix's "With Love, Meghan," the moment where Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, corrects Mindy Kaling about her last name will quickly come to mind. This all happened because Kaling called her Meghan Markle, and Meghan corrected her. "It's so funny, too, that you keep saying 'Meghan Markle,'" Meghan said to Kaling.
Karoline Leavitt Could Step Up Her Style Game By Doing One Simple Thing

5 days ago | women.com | Bernadette Roe

Karoline Leavitt, President Donald Trump's press secretary, assumed the position in January 2025 and has been an ongoing topic of cultural and political conversation ever since. For one, she's the youngest appointed press secretary to date, starting at the job at 27-years-old. Secondly, her husband, Nicholas Riccio, is 32 years older than she is, and so we just can't ignore these glaring red flags in Leavitt's relationship.
Kate Middleton's Makeup Transformation Through The Years

1 week ago | thelist.com | Bernadette Roe

Catherine, Princess of Wales, has completely transformed her makeup over decades in the spotlight. When she first came on the scene, known only as Prince William's shy, pretty girlfriend, her makeup reflected her personality as the athletic girl next door. But with the shift in her romantic relationship came greater visibility, and Catherine had to change things up in terms of how she groomed herself. The royal had to be camera-ready at nearly all times and take on a more polished style.
Karoline Leavitt's Worst Outfits All Have One Thing In Common (& It Makes So Much Sense)

1 week ago | women.com | Bernadette Roe

There's something up with Karoline Leavitt's outfits. The youngest White House press secretary in history –- she was 27 when appointed by President Donald Trump -– dresses well beyond her age, and it's unclear why. Part of the problem is the world that she's in. Trump's universe comes with various aesthetics all their own. There's the growing "Mar-A-Lago" face, a term to capture the plastic surgery style that's taken over Trump's inner circle.
The Outdated Pant Trend From The Early Aughts Making A Comeback For Spring 2025 - Women

1 week ago | women.com | Bernadette Roe

Brace yourselves, because capris are back. The shortened pant, which dominated the early aughts, fell out of fashion around the 2010s, in part because it was difficult to style and so evocative of the earlier part of the decade; an era that many Millennials have tried to leave behind. As skinny jeans and ankle hems took over, the capri pant faded into the past. Even in the early 2000s, the capri was already a nostalgic object.
Outdated Trends You Don't Want To Be Caught Wearing During Coachella 2025

2 weeks ago | women.com | Bernadette Roe

In addition to the obvious music draw, Coachella has long been a destination for fashion lovers and the intrepid — even daring — style aficionados around the world. The music festival, held in Indio, California, draws crowds who are eager to experiment with the ever-changing definition of festival wear. Some years, it leans heavily into the Bohemian; other years, it's inspired by florals and fringe. Then there's the undercurrent of cowboy and western influence, too.
Nicole Kidman's Spiciest Outfits Of All Time

2 weeks ago | women.com | Bernadette Roe

Nicole Kidman loves dressing up and isn't afraid to admit it. "I've always been drawn to fashion, mainly classic lines with a twist; but edginess is something I don't shy away from," she told The Hollywood Reporter. While she can certainly be edgy, Kidman can also be sexy, and the star has walked more than a few red carpets wearing bold cut-outs, thigh-showing slits, plunging necklines, or skin tight gowns, and sometimes outfits with many of these features at once. She looks incredible every time.
Melania Trump's Biggest Fashion Fails All Have One Big Thing In Common

2 weeks ago | women.com | Bernadette Roe

Melania Trump can slay when it comes to an outfit, but one common feature of her wardrobe keeps holding her back: her coats. The first lady and former model can certainly dress to impress. We've seen her walk out in some eye-wateringly expensive looks, like these lavish outfits that came with jaw-dropping price tags. Melania isn't one to budget when it comes to her wardrobe, but she certainly looks good... most of the time.
Throwback Snaps Of Melania Trump Remind Us What A Supermodel Stunner She's Always Been

2 weeks ago | women.com | Bernadette Roe

Melania Trump always was — and always will be — a hot girl. Political affiliations aside, there's no denying that the former supermodel can totally stun, and nothing has taken that power of hers away. Certainly, she's been embroiled in ongoing controversy, largely thanks to her husband, President Donald Trump. Even their relationship has come under scrutiny; there's no denying the red flags in Donald and Melania's marriage. It's prompted many to ask whether or not they'll last.