Danielle James
Beauty Director
Danielle James is the Digital Beauty Director of ELLE.com. Previously, she was the Fashion and Beauty Director of HelloBeautiful.com and MadameNoire.com. She’s bylined for The Cut, InStyle, Allure, Business of Fashion, Nylon, Essence, Good Housekeeping, The Grio, and Huffington Post. Danielle enjoys sailing, thrifting, Japanese whiskey, Naomi Campbell’s runway walk, and Rihanna in the comment section.

The Best Beauty Looks From the 2023 Met Gala
Karl Lagerfeld would have been impressed.

ELLE Loves: Finally, a Rose Scented Perfume Perfect for Men
The his and hers fragrance you need for summer.

ELLE Loves: Gucci Beauty Éternité de Beauté Foundation
There’s no denying that skin is in—but a luminous complexion doesn’t mean your wrinkles have to be on display.

The New Glossier Lipstick Took 3 Years to Develop
“This launch marks an exciting inflection point for Glossier makeup," says Kleo Mack, Chief Marketing Officer of the brand.

Heckfield Place Wants You to Feel Better
The Bothy by Wildsmith is bringing you back to nature.

Yes, This Is Your Sign to Chop Your Hair Into a Bob
We give you 50 different versions for inspiration.

Michelle Yeoh's Latest Act: Starring in a La Mer Campaign
The Malaysian actress shows that one can achieve ‘The Look of La Mer’ at any age.

Last Drop: March's Best Beauty Launches
New season, new products.

Hailey Rhode Bieber Put Passion Into Her New Peptide Lip Treatment
This new flavor will transport you to the islands for only $16.

How Modeling Helped Rebecca Longendyke Embrace Her Freckles

Here’s How You Can Have an Endless Summer Glow Like Miley Cyrus
You’re one purchase away from being a bronzed beauty.

8 Angela Bassett Movies That Should’ve Earned Her an Oscar

Discover What Product Rihanna Used to Get Her Skin 'Oscar Ready'
It's cruelty-free, non-comedogenic, and only costs $35.00.

All The BTS Details on Emily Blunt's Balletcore Beauty From the 2023 Oscars
Soft glam trended on the champagne carpet.

The Best Makeup, Hair, and Nails From the 2023 Oscars Red Carpet
Balletcore beauty, architectural updos, and soft glam took center stage.

We Tried Makeup by Mario’s SurrealSkin Foundation
It boasts being buildable and breathable—but does it pass our test?

The 27 Best Women-Founded Brands to Shop This Month
No one does it like we do.

Julia Garner, A$AP Rocky, and Elliot Page Talk Gender Identity, Fragrance, and Self-Love
The trifecta comes together to front Gucci Guilty’s latest campaign.

42 Box Braid Beauties to Help Inspire Your Next Protective Style
Here's the answer to "What hairstyle should I try next?"

Zoë Kravitz on Scents and Making Sense of Hollywood
Discover the fragrance that reminds the actress and face of YSL Beauty of her famous mom, and how she responds to being asked to take her braids out.

Beauty Had a Red Carpet Romance at the 2023 SAG Awards
All the makeup and hair inspiration you need for your next date night.

Shop the Jason Wu Beauty Look Straight From His FW '23 Show
Fresh off the runway.

Last Drop: February's Best Beauty Launches
Everything that launched that we love, during the month of love.

How Isamaya Ffrench Turned Dion Lee's FW 2023 Snake Skin Pattern Into a Reptilian Third Eye
The duo deepened the connection between fashion, beauty, and art on the runway.

How Angelina Jolie Is Sharing Her Bee-lief in Biodiversity with Children
The superstar deepens her partnership with Guerlain and supports their bee conservation program.

Huda Kattan and LaQuan Smith Grow Up
In a time where everyone is trying to court Gen Z, the duo show there’s power, glamour, and sexiness in aging.

The Best Beauty Looks at the 2023 Grammy Awards
From Barbiecore beauty to 14kt white gold nails, these are the looks we love.

Charlotte Tilbury Wants More Pillow Talk With You
The cult classic is adding a new member to the collection.

Last Drop: January's Best Beauty Launches
New year, new lipsticks.

The Best Beauty Looks From the 2023 Critics Choice Awards
We can't get over these head-turning updos.

Best in Beauty from the 2023 Golden Globe Awards
Beauty looks you'll want to add to your vision board.

Is the White House Finally Ready for Black Hair?
It’s 2023—the U.S. justice system needs to stop ironing out Blackness.