Samantha Brash

New York

Director of Content Strategy at InStyle

Director of Content Strategy at Byrdie

Articles

The Top Birthstone Jewelry Trends for 2025

Mar 4, 2025 | instyle.com | Samantha Brash

Photo: Getty Images While this year's top jewelry trends are all about maximalism (think: chunky necklaces, stacked bracelets, and statement-making tassel earrings), when it comes to birthstone jewelry, it's quite the opposite. Wearing birthstones is about adding sentimental value to jewelry to honor loved ones or commemorate special occasions. "Birthstones don’t have to be limited to birthdays," says jewelry designer Maya Brenner.
How to Vote in the 2024 Presidential Election in November

Jul 28, 2024 | instyle.com | Samantha Brash

Photo: Getty Images / InStyle Voting is one of the most empowering and consequential civic responsibilities. Elections are an opportunity for people to impact the future of our society directly, by determining our political leadership and even (through ballot measures and referendums) the law itself. Whether you're a seasoned voter or new to the electoral process, it's important to take the necessary steps to ensure you're ready and able to vote in the 2024 general election.
The Most Emotional Moments in 'I Am Céline Dion,' According to a Fourth-Generation Fan

Jul 2, 2024 | instyle.com | Samantha Brash

Photo: Amazon Prime Video I'm a fourth-generation Céline Dion fan. My mom, grandmother, and great-grandmother all worship the French Canadian singer and her considerable vocal talents—and passed that adoration on to me. Both my twin sister and I danced to Céline ballads at our weddings, her to The Power of Love and me to Have You Ever Been In Love.
12 Outfit Ideas to Wear on Fourth of July Weekend

Jun 29, 2024 | instyle.com | Samantha Brash

Photo: Getty Images Fashion is a big part of the Fourth of July weekend. Dressing the part is a pillar of the holiday, especially when it comes to styling a red, white, and blue ensemble that’s equal parts summer-ready and fashion-forward. But the reality is that the assortment of ideas and merchandise out there can feel like there’s no way to sport the festivity’s colors without looking like a costume (or let’s be honest, a meme).
Ayo Edibiri's Best Red Carpet Moments—So Far

Jun 27, 2024 | instyle.com | Samantha Brash

Photo: Getty Images Ayo Edibiri leaped onto the Hollywood scene in 2022 with her hit FX series The Bear, winning over viewers and sweeping the 2023 award season. She owned the red carpet night after night and continues to do so—because when it comes to the young star's fashion, her stylist, Danielle Goldberg, truly never misses. Loewe and Prada are two mainstays, and she also topped our best-dressed lists in looks by Louis Vuitton, Bottega Veneta, and The Row.
The Absolute Best White T-Shirts, According to InStyle Editors

Jun 8, 2024 | instyle.com | Samantha Brash

Photo: Getty Images Let's talk about the dependable, always-chic white T-shirt. Ask anyone (in the fashion world or not) which item in their closet they love and wear most, and you'll likely get the same response. It's a piece you can never own too many of and can serve as the foundation of almost any look. No matter the season, occasion, or mood, you can always count on a white tee to inspire your next outfit. So, what is it about white T-shirts that makes it such a universal wardrobe staple?
Gap and Dôen Dropped Their Collab—7 Pieces I'm Adding to My Capsule Wardrobe

May 16, 2024 | instyle.com | Samantha Brash

Photo: Courtesy of GAP Nothing gives a fashion girl an adrenaline rush quite like a collaboration, and Gap x DÔEN is the quintessential one. Launched on May 17, just three days after it was announced, the 51-piece collection showcases DÔEN’s feminine take on Gap’s iconic clothing. It includes matching sets, flowy dresses, and classic pieces in denim and khaki that epitomize a capsule wardrobe, all retailing for less than $160.
Who to Vote for If You Care About Paid Leave

May 16, 2024 | instyle.com | Samantha Brash

Trending Videos Photo: Courtesy of Lingua Franca With so many political topics swirling around the 2024 election, there is one economic issue that families across the country are rallying behind: paid leave. Support for paid family leave has never been higher—and this is the year to do something about it.
Forget Freeing the Nipple—The 2024 Met Gala Was All About the Tush

May 6, 2024 | instyle.com | Samantha Brash

NewsAwards & EventsMet GalaWe've freed the nipple. Now, it's the tush's turn. Trending Videos Photo: Getty Images The naked dress is no stranger to the Met Gala. Barely-there fabrics and see-through ensembles have graced the art museum's storied steps year after year, and we can count on a handful of celebrities to deliver every time. Kim Kardashian—the booty queen herself—is one of them, along with the likes of Emily Ratajkowski and even Jennifer Lopez.
All the Moments You Missed at the 2024 Oscars: See the Photos

Mar 10, 2024 | instyle.com | Samantha Brash

Trending Videos Photo: Getty Images For every buzzy moment happening onstage at the 2024 Oscars, there was one happening off-camera. For every "I'm just Ken" performance, there is John Cena backstage just moments before walking out to present the Oscar for best costume design naked. Whether it was Ryan Gosling and Margot Robbie holding hands or everyone in the audience sipping on their own mini bottles of Don Julio 1942 tequila — blink, and you probably missed it.