The Story Of

THE STORY OF is a monthly column that takes a deep dive into the history of legendary beauty products and iconic fashion moments. Written by award-winning writer Christopher Turner, 29Secrets’s popular long-form essays all include meticulous research, interviews, rumours and facts woven together into one easy-to-read, informative and entertaining story. No matter how much you thought you knew about the style icons or beauty products featured, Christopher will surprise you with insightful tidbits.

THE STORY OF took home the Silver at the 2021 Canadian Online Publishing Awards held in February 2022 for Best Blog Column/Videocast/Podcast and took home the Gold at the 2022 Canadian Online Publishing Awards held in February 2023 for Best Blog Column/Videocast/Podcast.

THE STORY OF: Barbie

THE STORY OF: The Embroidered Elie Saab Net Dress Halle Berry Wore To The 2002 Oscars

THE STORY OF: The Christian Dior Newspaper Dress Carrie Wore In SATC

THE STORY OF: Mariah Carey’s “All I Want For Christmas Is You”

THE STORY OF: Hair Colour And The Evolution Of Hair Dye

THE STORY OF: The Pink Dress Worn By Both Marilyn Monroe and Madonna

THE STORY OF: Queen Elizabeth II’s Wedding Dress

THE STORY OF: Elvis Presley’s Jet-Black Hair

THE STORY OF: Imelda Marcos’ Legendary Shoe Collection

THE STORY OF: Gwyneth Paltrow’s White Tom Ford Gown & Cape She Wore To The 2012 Oscars

THE STORY OF: The Von Dutch Trucker Hat

THE STORY OF: Kate Middleton’s Alexander McQueen Wedding Dress

THE STORY OF: Nail Polish

THE STORY OF: Björk’s Swan Dress

THE STORY OF: How “Anti-Supermodel” Kate Moss Pioneered A Whole New Fashion Trend

THE STORY OF: The Cabbage Patch Kids Dolls

THE STORY OF: Patrizia Reggiani, Who Plotted The Murder Of Her Gucci Heir Ex Husband

THE STORY OF: Britney Spears’ “…Baby One More Time” Schoolgirl Outfit

THE STORY OF: Lady Gaga’s Meat Dress

THE STORY OF: The Hermès Birkin Bag

THE STORY OF: Sunscreen, And Our Love/Hate Relationship With The Sun