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Lauren Anderson

Title: Shopping Editor

Location: Philadelphia, PA

Expertise: Fashion, Beauty, Home, Fitness, Wellness, Product Testing

Lauren Anderson is an editor with over 12 years of experience creating content. Her coverage ranges from the best workout fits to beauty favorites, home essentials, wellness must-tries and can’t-live-withouts for parents. She is always on the hunt for smart, budget-friendly finds, but also loves sharing about products that are worth the splurge. Lauren loves staying ahead of the trends and helping readers score the best deals during major sale events, such as Amazon Prime Day. Previously, Lauren was the shopping editor for Woman’s World and FIRST for Women digital. Her background also includes writing for various lifestyle and entertainment publications, including Women’s Health, Men’s Journal, Parade, Page Six, and Bargain Hunter, among others. Regardless of the subject matter, Lauren’s work consistently features a strong focus on SEO-driven content and audience-first strategies. Lauren holds a Bachelor’s degree from Drexel University. She remains passionate about her early career writing about reality TV and is still Jersey Shore-obsessed. When she’s not writing and editing, Lauren loves working out on her Tempo and testing high-protein recipes in the kitchen. Connect with Lauren on Muck Rack and LinkedIn.

Lauren is a former co-host of the horror podcast Lights, Camera, No.
She previously covered Brian Baumgartner’s Office Re-watch podcast so extensively that he sent a signed thank-you poster.
Lauren has a toddler and loves testing and recommending products that help simplify life as a working parent.
She received her bachelor’s degree in Entertainment and Arts Management from Drexel University.

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These 11 Summer Shoe Deals on Amazon Are Bound to Go Fast — See Them

My favorite part of warm-weather dressing is knowing that stylish summer shoes can instantly make an outfit feel fresh. As a shopping editor, I’ve seen the most comfortable sandals, supportive slides and easy everyday sneakers disappear fast once the season kicks in, making now the smartest time to shop before your size is gone. To […]

Beach vacation essentials

11 Effortless Fashion Finds I'm Packing for a Week-Long Beach Vacation

Packing for a week-long beach vacation always sounds easier than it actually is. I want outfits that can go from the airport to the beach to dinner without overstuffing my suitcase, which means every fashion piece has to be lightweight, versatile and easy to mix and match. The fewer ‘just in case’ items I pack, […]

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Go Bra-Free in the Summer Heat With This $18 Amazon Tank

Finding a top that’s comfortable enough to wear in sweltering temperatures and supportive enough to skip a bra can feel nearly impossible. But as a self-proclaimed hot body who hates to see a bra coming, I’ve scoured the internet to find the best built-in bra tops. They’ve become my armor in the summer heat, and […]

Martha Stewart

Martha Stewart's Snatched Makeup Secret Is a 'Creamy and Weightless' Contour Stick

When it comes to glowing, sculpted makeup, Martha Stewart always delivers. The 84-year-old lifestyle icon recently revealed that her lifted, snatched complexion comes courtesy of the Lancôme Teint Idôle Ultra Wear Skin Transforming Highlighter & Contour Stick. The “creamy and weightless” face stick, as Stewart put it, effortlessly sculpts and defines. Stewart shared her signature […]

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9 Effortless Matching Sets I Wear on Repeat All Summer

Getting dressed in the middle of summer shouldn’t feel like solving a puzzle. But when the temperatures climb, it gets even harder to pull together an outfit that looks polished without feeling overdone. That’s exactly why matching sets are now my warm-weather uniform. As a shopping editor, I’ve tested more two-piece outfits than I can […]

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Mandy Moore's 'Aperitivo Waves' Are Thanks to This Easy Blow-Dry Foam

Mandy Moore turned heads at the Las Culturistas Culture Awards 2026, but honestly, it was her hair that stole the show. Her stylist called the look “Aperitivo Waves,” a glossy, brushed-out take on loose texture with a center part, sunlit bronde dimension and the kind of high-shine finish that belongs on the Amalfi Coast at […]

Kate Middleton

Channel Kate Middleton's Active Style With These Under-$30 Hiking Shorts

Kate Middleton made a strong case for sporty summer style. The Princess of Wales recently stepped out in trail-ready hiking shorts during a family outing, and while her exact pair costs around $80, you can channel the same outdoorsy vibe with these similar Amazon hiking shorts for under $30. Photos shared after Middleton reunited with Prince […]

White Pants

13 'It' Girl-Approved White Jeans to Nail the Effortless Summer Vibe

White jeans have officially shed their fussy, ‘only after Memorial Day’ reputation. This season’s coolest versions are relaxed, easy to style and surprisingly wearable, whether you’re headed to brunch, the farmers’ market or a last-minute beach dinner. Instead of stiff skinny silhouettes, fashion insiders are reaching for wide-leg options, barrel-leg finds and straight-leg styles that […]

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The Slimming Bathing Suit I Stole From My 58-Year-Old Mom

Shopping for a bathing suit before a summer trip can wreck your confidence faster than trying on jeans in a fluorescent-lit fitting room. You want something that stays put on the beach, doesn’t require constant adjusting and actually looks good in vacation photos. That last part feels almost impossible after 35. Then my 58-year-old mom […]

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Don't Wait! The Dyson Cordless Vacuum Is Nearly Half-Off (For Now)

Dragging a heavy vacuum from room to room is enough to make anyone put off cleaning for another day. If you’ve been waiting for the right time to upgrade to a Dyson, now’s your chance! Walmart has the Dyson V8 Absolute Cordless Vacuum on sale for nearly 50% off, saving you nearly $300. Dyson deals […]

Chambray Shirts

Skip the Stiff Denim Shirts — These Chic Chambray Picks Are Way Comfier

There’s something undeniably classic about a denim button-down — but not when it feels stiff, bulky or boxy. If you’ve ever peeled off a rigid jean shirt after a few hours, you’re not alone. That’s exactly why chambray has become a wardrobe staple: it delivers the same timeless look with a softer, lighter feel that’s […]

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Hours Left! Track Your Sleep, Stress and Cycle for the Lowest Price Ever

If you’re waking up exhausted no matter how early you go to bed, your body may be trying to tell you something. The Oura Ring 4 helps you understand what’s happening behind the scenes by tracking your sleep, stress, recovery and daily readiness so you can make small changes before burnout becomes your new normal. […]

Brooks Nader

Brooks Nader's Favorite SPF Setting Spray Is on Sale!

Brooks Nader has been everywhere lately. Between filming the Baywatch reboot, starring in Hulu’s Love Thy Nader and turning up on every other red carpet, the model has built a reputation for skin that looks lit from within at all hours. Her secret? A little bottle of SPF setting spray that she calls a game-changer. […]

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17 Prime Member-Only Amazon Deals, Including Dyson and Shark

Amazon Prime Day 2026 is officially live, and if you’re not a Prime member, you could be missing out on some of the year’s biggest savings. There are only three days left in the four-day shopping event, which features millions of deals across more than 35 categories, but many of the steepest discounts are reserved […]

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This Upgraded Fish Oil Formula Supports Whole-Body Wellness

Summer is the season for staying active, spending more time outdoors, and paying a little extra attention to your health. That’s why shoppers are turning to Vthrive Premium Omega-3 Fish Oil with Vitamin D3, a high-potency formula designed to support heart, brain, eye and joint health. Whether you’re working toward fitness goals, staying active with […]

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Save Big on Vet-Recommended Fresh Dog Food During Prime Day

Sponsored content. Us Weekly receives compensation for this article as well as for purchases made when you click on a link and buy something below. Prime Day isn’t just the perfect time to stock up on household essentials! It’s also one of the best opportunities to upgrade your dog’s nutrition. If you’re a dog owner […]

Amazon Prime Day Beauty Deals

Amazon Prime Day

Act Fast! 50+ Prime Day Beauty Deals on Dyson, Olaplex and More (From $3!)

Amazon Prime Day 2026 is live, and we’re letting you in on a little secret. The biggest Prime Day beauty deals aren’t always the ones splashed across Amazon’s homepage — they’re often the viral skincare products, coveted hair tools and everyday essentials that quietly drop to some of their lowest prices of the year and […]

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5 Science-Backed Supplements to Stock Up On This Prime Day

Sponsored content. Us Weekly receives compensation for this article as well as for purchases made when you click on a link and buy something below. Amazon Prime Day is the perfect opportunity to stock up on everyday essentials, and wellness is no exception. Some of the most researched supplements are significantly discounted during the biggest […]

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I'm Always Hot — These 15 Amazon Finds Keep Me Cool in the Summer

I run hot. Like, fan-on-all-year-round hot. As such, after years of living in Pennsylvania (where July humidity hits like a wet wool blanket), I’ve gotten ruthlessly picky about what I’ll put on my body when it comes to summer clothes. The good news? I spend most of my days perusing Amazon, and the online mega-retailer […]

LONDON, ENGLAND - JANUARY 17: Cameron Diaz attends the London photocall for "Back In Action" at Cheval Three Quays on January 17, 2025 in London, England. (Photo by Dave Benett/WireImage)

Yes, Cameron Diaz's Exact Birkenstock Sandals Are Still in Stock

Cameron Diaz has spent the last few years quietly perfecting what the rest of Us are still trying to figure out: how to look effortlessly pulled-together without trying too hard. For summer, we’re recreating her effortless vibe, starting with her beloved Birkenstock Arizona slides that she has been spotted wearing in California. Of course, she’s […]

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I Used to Work at a High-End Boutique — 13 Walmart Dresses That Nail the Vibe

After spending years working at a high-end boutique, I got pretty good at spotting which dresses would fly off the racks. The biggest surprise? Many of the dress styles customers couldn’t stop buying looked remarkably similar to pieces now available at Walmart — for a fraction of the price. From breezy linen-blend midi dresses to […]

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