Maya Thomas
Maya Thomas isBest Knockoff Luxury Clothing 's assistant beauty editor based in New York City. Her strong love for all things beauty and fashion stems from a strong childhood interest in the fine arts. During a gap year spent in Paris studying the history of French fashion, she shifted her focus to English literature and journalism as a student at Loyola Marymount University. After graduating, Maya began freelancing for Parade as a contributing commerce writer. When she's not writing, Maya spends her free time rewatching Gossip Girl, perusing art galleries, and enjoying a night out at the ballet every now and then. Follow her adventures at @itsmayalala on Instagram.
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Instagram's It Girls Agree—These Are the Only Hairstyles That Matter for Fall
Call us obsessed.
By Maya Thomas
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Top Manicurists Say These Bridesmaid Nail Designs Are the Epitome of Elegance
You may be surprised.
By Maya Thomas
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No Gatekeeping Here: Beauty Editors Spill Their All-Time Favorite Hand Creams
We're giving these an A+.
By Maya Thomas
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These Expert-Approved Retinol Creams Pump the Brakes on Visible Signs of Aging
They can't be beat.
By Maya Thomas
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Megan Fox's Manicurist Just Shared the Top Nail Polish Shades for Fall
We’re obsessed.
By Maya Thomas
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We Can't All Be Ashley Banks, But Here's How to Re-Create Her '90s Silk Press
Did someone say no heat damage?
By Maya Thomas
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Knowing Your Exact Curl Type Can Be Tricky, so 2 Texture Specialists Broke It Down for Us
Your curls will thank you.
By Maya Thomas
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The Beauty Rewind: How Red Lipstick's Past Will Shape Its Future
It's classic for a reason.
By Maya Thomas
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Kinky, Curly Hair Deserves Luxurious Care—This Model Is Helping Make Strides
Ready for a curl revamp?
By Maya Thomas
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These Beginner-Friendly Liners Make Creating Cat Eyes Second Nature (Promise!)
According to three beauty experts.
By Maya Thomas
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People Always Say My Apartment Smells Like a Luxury Resort, and It's Thanks to These Scents
For when your space needs a pick-me-up.
By Maya Thomas
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No Lie, This Editor-Loved $9 Mascara Delivers Falsies-Level Volume
I'm in love.
By Maya Thomas
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"Meg Ryan Fall" Is Seeping Onto My FYP—I'm Embracing It With These 20 Beauty Finds
My new era is loading.
By Maya Thomas
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From Jenna Rink to Andie Anderson—Here's Every Trending Rom-Com Makeup Look Step-by-Step
An ode to the original lover girls.
By Maya Thomas
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A Celebrity Hairstylist and I Just Uncovered the Best Wow-Worthy Styles for Wavy Hair
Wave goodbye to bad hair days.
By Maya Thomas