The Oprah Magazine encourages the reader to embrace her life, with the goal of becoming more of who she really is. It covers 360 degrees of a woman’s life, from fashion and beauty, to relationships, food, home design, books, health and fitness, work and finance, technology, self-discovery and caring for others.
O, The Oprah Magazine
20th ANNIVERSARY GIVE-O-WAY • This month’s special expanded O List (starting on page 43) features 20 terrific goodies—and 20 lucky readers will win them all! For your chance, follow the steps below.
Rosy and Riveting • This month we’re celebrating a truly special occasion: O’s 20th anniversary. Such a momentous milestone calls for an equally outstanding ensemble. “I saw this Dennis Basso dress during fashion week and knew it would be a home run,” says O creative director Adam Glassman. And indeed, with billowy sleeves, an open neckline, a touch of dazzle, and a comfy silhouette, it proved to be oh-so O. “Every morning I wake up and put on another evening gown,” Oprah joked during the shoot near her favorite tree. “All dressed up and on the cover I go!”
Life Lessons • Five of the talents behind this month’s issue reflect on the wisdom of Oprah and their own discoveries.
Q THIS MONTH WE WONDERED… • What is your favorite memory from the past 20 years?
Your take • on topics we’re covering this month.
here we go!
Michelle Obama • The former first lady and author of the bestselling memoir (and Oprah’s Book Club pick) Becoming still inspires us to go high.
NATURAL HAIR, AMPLIFIED • Embracing your own unique texture is one of the most empowering things you can do. Read on to discover how the NEW Dove Amplified Textures collection can help you enhance your curls, coils and waves from start to finish. With these simple hacks, you’ll be able to wear your hair the way you like it, and wash day will be something you look forward to—not dread.
THE O QUIZ • A round of 20 questions with Michelle Obama.
LIVE YOUR best life
5 The High Five • A WHOLE HANDFUL OF THINGS TO CHEER ABOUT THIS MONTH!
Make/Believe • Where the wild things are is where Clare Celeste Börsch wants to be.
Change Your World • How one organization helps overlooked cooks turn side hustles into empires.
My Best Pet • Actor and writer Amy Sedaris, star of the madcap TruTV series At Home with Amy Sedaris, lives hoppily ever after with her rabbit, Tina.
My Best Life • Civil rights lion and congressman John Lewis—who is the subject of a new documentary, John Lewis: Good Trouble—on what he can’t do without.
THE WORLD ACCORDING TO Gayle
LIVE YOUR BEST LIFE
All That Glitters
Aha! • How Oprah Discovered Her Style
ADAM’S home STYLE SHEET • These chic and celebratory items will bring panache to the party.
GLOSSED OVER
INSIDE THE Beauty CLOSET • O beauty director Brian Underwood handpicks his favorite finds from the past 20 years.
Julianna Margulies • Returning to the small screen May 3 for the fifth season of the Showtime hit Billions, the actor opens up about equal pay, speaking her mind, and what makes people beautiful.
JULIANNA’S TOP 5
FACE FORWARD • Six innovations that will shape the future of beauty.
THE FEMTECH REVOLUTION • Behold the brave new world of women’s healthcare.
THE SKINNY ON FAT • It plays a vital role in keeping you healthy, and one kind may even help you lose weight.
Tough-Love Moms • Advice from our resident psychologist on dealing with a hard-to-please parent.
WHAT TO WEAR AND HOW TO WEAR IT
The Key of Life • Carnegie Hall musicians are enabling thousands of young parents to start out on a higher note.
Uncharted Territory • After...
