https://loganmahan.journoportfolio.comRSS Feed for Logan MahanenMon, 31 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0100https://www.insidehook.com/sex-and-dating/women-swimsuit-brands-men-should-knowWhen it comes to swimwear, men have it easy. All you have to do is pick up a single pair of waterproof shorts that, depending on where you shop, will cost you at most $90 (but you can usually find a decent pair of swim trunks for less than $60). Women’s swimwear is a whole other ballgame — a very expensive, almost scam-level ballgame.  I can’t remember exactly when women’s swimsuits became exorbitantly expensive — or when they started selling sets separately — but for a high-quality and styl...Mon, 31 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0100https://www.insidehook.com/sex-and-dating/women-swimsuit-brands-men-should-knowhttps://www.insidehook.com/sex-and-dating/back-sex-basicsForget the wild adventures of yesteryear; new research suggests couples are yearning for a return to the fundamentals of intimacy, prioritizing passionate kissing and oral sex to deepen connection and enhance female pleasure.Almost every day, I log onto the internet, and someone is yearning to be kissed.  Maybe it’s the Heated Rivalry of it all: While, yes, the show is known for its extremely steamy sex scenes, it also depicts a kiss as impassioned as its raunchier sequences. Or we can thank...Mon, 31 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0100https://www.insidehook.com/sex-and-dating/back-sex-basicshttps://www.insidehook.com/sex-and-dating/buy-lingerie-she-actually-wearWomen do not want to buy their own lingerie. I’m telling you this as a woman who does not want to buy her own lingerie. And it’s not because I don’t want to spend $60-$100 on a bra. (Well, I definitely don’t wanna do that, but there’s a little more to it.)  It’s hard not to be utterly romanced after you’ve unwrapped a box and sifted through crunchy tissue paper to find a delicate, lacy thing your beloved has handpicked specifically for you and your body. Call it traditional, call it old-time...Mon, 31 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0100https://www.insidehook.com/sex-and-dating/buy-lingerie-she-actually-wearhttps://www.insidehook.com/sex-and-dating/men-should-use-vibrators-during-sexThere is an endless pit of sex misinformation on the internet. As someone whose job it is to report on sex and dating trends, I have come across more bewildering bedroom proclamations than most, many of which come from the bullhorns of very loud and very wrong men who like to pontificate about female pleasure. I still recall one day on X, back when it was called Twitter, when my feed was full of women roasting the shit out of men. This was by no means an unusual occurrence, but the subject o...Mon, 31 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0100https://www.insidehook.com/sex-and-dating/men-should-use-vibrators-during-sexhttps://www.journoportfolio.com/sampleLorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat. Duis aute irure dolor in reprehenderit in voluptate velit esse cillum dolore eu fugiat nulla pariatur. 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Ut enim ad minim veniam, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat. Duis aute irure dolor in reprehenderit in voluptate velit esse cillum dolore eu fugiat nulla pariatur. Excepteur sint occaecat cupidatat non proident, sunt in culpa qui officia deserunt mollit anim id est laborum.Mon, 31 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0100https://www.journoportfolio.com/samplehttps://www.insidehook.com/author/lmahanInsideHook’s Commerce Editor, Logan Mahan is a graduate of New York City's The New School and a Philadelphia native (Go Birds). She joined the team in 2019 and has had many roles since. Before moving over to the commerce side, Logan reported on internet culture, where she wrote in-depth explainers and reported features on memes, TikTok trends and other viral moments. She coined a recurring series at InsideHook called Take It From a Woman, where she offers InsideHook’s male readers style, dating...Mon, 31 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0100https://www.insidehook.com/author/lmahanhttps://www.insidehook.com/sex-and-dating/summer-sports-cure-dating-crisisBy the time I was 10 years old, I already knew my life as a Philadelphia sports fan would be one of pain and suffering. The Eagles had lost Super Bowl XXXIX three years prior (and wouldn’t claim their first championship until 13 years later). In 2001, the 76ers biffed it in the NBA Finals. As for the Flyers, well, they haven’t held the Stanley Cup since 1975. But that all changed in 2008. Like many middle-class families, mine was hit by the Great Recession. My father lost his factory job, an...Thu, 23 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0100https://www.insidehook.com/sex-and-dating/summer-sports-cure-dating-crisishttps://www.insidehook.com/sex-and-dating/park-date-summerTwo celebrity couples — Zoë Kravitz and Harry Styles and Joe Alwyn and Sarah Pidgeon — were separately pap’d this week, getting quite cozy in what appeared to be the same open field in London. Surrounded by noticeably tall, ungroomed grass, the couples looked utterly complacent on their respective open-air park dates: their tangled limbs spread out on a picnic blanket while they shared vapes and bottles of wine and snapped photos of each other. While commenters speculated if the two back-to-back...Wed, 01 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0100https://www.insidehook.com/sex-and-dating/park-date-summerhttps://www.insidehook.com/culture/real-men-bird-watchOne early spring, around three years ago, I found myself in an empty bar in Salt Lake City, Utah, with my dad. We had been skiing all day at Park City with my aunt and uncle, but had decided on a nightcap just the two of us. Taking a seat at the bar, we ordered two shots of whiskey and a couple of cocktails. After chatting with our bartender about the backwards alcohol laws the state enforced, our conversation somehow shifted to birding. I asked my dad, a longtime birder, what his birding W...Thu, 18 Jun 2026 00:00:00 +0100https://www.insidehook.com/culture/real-men-bird-watchhttps://www.insidehook.com/sex-and-dating/hockey-bros-campus-female-pleasureA new hockey romance has entered the chat.  You might recall when every woman you know was spellbound by Heated Rivalry. The Canadian TV show, based on a novel from Rachel Reid’s series of gay hockey romances, became an overnight sensation late last year. (Season two is filming this July, in case you’re thirsty for more.) Five months later, and the internet is once again engrossed by a steamy on-ice series. This time, though, it’s heterosexual.  Off Campus only premiered on Amazon Prime...Thu, 28 May 2026 00:00:00 +0100https://www.insidehook.com/sex-and-dating/hockey-bros-campus-female-pleasurehttps://www.insidehook.com/style/summer-style-men-according-cool-womenWith Memorial Day weekend in our rearview, all eyes are on summer. While the astronomical start of the season isn’t until June 21, it’s 82 degrees in New York City today, and we’re more than ready to break out the shorts and linen button-downs. While we have enough informative, forward-thinking style guides to get you through Labor Day, courtesy of style editor Paolo Sandoval, I believe it’s vital to get a woman’s perspective on summer fashion — specifically, what we ladies want to gawk at y...Wed, 27 May 2026 00:00:00 +0100https://www.insidehook.com/style/summer-style-men-according-cool-womenhttps://www.insidehook.com/style-guides/black-tee-sexiest-shirtOscar Isaac's recent viral appearance in a black T-shirt has the internet collectively swooning, proving that a simple, well-fitted black tee might be the most unexpectedly alluring garment a man can wear.Last week, my X feed was doused in screenshots of Oscar Isaac, procured from his Criterion Closet interview. Surrounded by three top-to-bottom walls of DVDs, the Beef actor shopped around the famed pantry, praising his favorite works, all while wearing what is now being dubbed the sluttiest bla...Wed, 06 May 2026 00:00:00 +0100https://www.insidehook.com/style-guides/black-tee-sexiest-shirthttps://www.insidehook.com/sex-and-dating/loveflation-datingEvery facet of American life is getting more expensive. Gas is averaging almost $5 a gallon. Round-trip domestic flights are up 8% from just a few months ago. Grocery prices haven’t decreased since the COVID-19 pandemic (and continue to increase). It feels like your streaming services are tacking an extra couple of dollars onto your bill every few months while demoting your plan benefits. A good Martini will run you at least $18. A bad Martini will also run you at least $18. All that said, i...Wed, 06 May 2026 00:00:00 +0100https://www.insidehook.com/sex-and-dating/loveflation-datinghttps://www.insidehook.com/sex-and-dating/take-woman-flat-pillowThis piece passionately argues that men must ditch their sad, flat pillows, emphasizing how a quality, supportive cushion is crucial for comfort and overall well-being. Waking up with a crick in the neck is a mood killer and a sign of poor hospitality, with experts confirming that an ill-fitting pillow can lead to myriad health issues.If you have women sleeping over at your place regularly, please do not make them rest their pretty little heads on a flat pillow. You know the kind I’m talking abo...Wed, 22 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0100https://www.insidehook.com/sex-and-dating/take-woman-flat-pillowhttps://www.insidehook.com/sex-and-dating/romantic-date-spot-ballparkForget the usual dinner and a movie; this spring, the ballpark emerges as the surprisingly ideal date spot, offering a low-pressure, naturally engaging setting to truly get to know someone.I don’t use the app formerly known as Twitter much these days. My X feed is littered with bots and AI-generated tweets from blue-checkmark dweebs. When breaking news is unfolding, it’s nearly impossible to get verified, real-time updates, with the platform prioritizing alarmist posts that drive engagement over...Wed, 15 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0100https://www.insidehook.com/sex-and-dating/romantic-date-spot-ballparkhttps://www.insidehook.com/sex-and-dating/buying-flowers-guideBeyond the initial joy of a gifted bouquet, many find themselves scrambling for a vase, a common misstep that underscores a larger point: Thoughtful flower gifting goes far beyond the blooms themselves. Floral experts weigh in with a definitive guide to making every arrangement feel truly personal.On Valentine’s Day, my boyfriend presented me with a beautifully wrapped bouquet of pink roses. I graciously accepted them, bringing the fresh flowers up to my nose for a whiff. Then I asked a question...Wed, 15 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0100https://www.insidehook.com/sex-and-dating/buying-flowers-guidehttps://www.insidehook.com/sex-and-dating/sexiest-cocktail-ashley-grahamMoving past the ubiquitous Aperol Spritz, the author finds delight in chilled Lambrusco, spotlighting model Ashley Graham's new sparkling red wine, Lucci, and her personal insights on sophisticated sips and bar cart essentials.After a long, cold winter, the first sunny, 70-degree day in New York City is unofficially known as Drink an Aperol Spritz on a Bar Sidewalk With Your Friends Day. While I have enjoyed a spritz or two so far this spring, and will be stoned for saying this, I’m getting off...Wed, 08 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0100https://www.insidehook.com/sex-and-dating/sexiest-cocktail-ashley-grahamhttps://www.insidehook.com/sex-and-dating/engagement-rings-guide-menMon, 06 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0100https://www.insidehook.com/sex-and-dating/engagement-rings-guide-menhttps://www.insidehook.com/style-guides/take-woman-pink-jacket-springThe author makes a spirited case for men to embrace pink outerwear this spring, framing it as a dynamic style risk that signals confidence and a refreshing break from outdated fashion norms.I never feel more euphoric than on the mornings when I wake up, check the weather and learn I don’t have to reach for the puffer jacket in my closet.  From denim jackets and barn coats to trenches and light overcoats, I have accumulated quite a collection of outerwear primed for transitional weather, all...Wed, 01 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0100https://www.insidehook.com/style-guides/take-woman-pink-jacket-springhttps://www.insidehook.com/style/khaki-shorts-got-goDeclaring an end to the reign of "sad, beige, uninspired" khaki shorts, the writer urges men to ditch the dated "SEC frat boy" aesthetic this spring and summer, instead embracing more comfortable, colorful and retro-inspired warm-weather styles.A couple of weekends ago, I was in New Orleans, where I found myself at a bar called The Swamp. Let me tell you: the swamp creatures were out. The drunkest, barely-21-year-old college kids were swarming the premises (or more accurately, swaying aroun...Wed, 18 Mar 2026 00:00:00 +0000https://www.insidehook.com/style/khaki-shorts-got-gohttps://www.insidehook.com/sex-and-dating/take-woman-your-bathroom-dealbreaker-heres-fixForget the sad state of your typical bachelor bathroom; women notice every detail, from soap scum to scratchy towels, and it's often a major dealbreaker. Elevating your bathroom from a purely functional space to an intentional, welcoming oasis signals thoughtfulness and self-care, making a lasting impression on your female guests.Almost every time I’ve stepped into a man’s shower, the Kill Bill sirens have sounded off in my head as I surveyed the scene of soap scum, dirty razors and empty Irish...Wed, 04 Mar 2026 00:00:00 +0000https://www.insidehook.com/sex-and-dating/take-woman-your-bathroom-dealbreaker-heres-fixhttps://www.insidehook.com/style/mass-market-paperback-mans-hottest-accessoryLast week, The New York Times published a piece on the death of the mass market paperback. The portable, pocket-sized books gained massive appeal in the early and mid- 20th century, due to their widespread availability in supermarkets and train stations and their low cost (you could buy one for the price of a pack of cigarettes). With the rise of e-readers and audiobooks over the last two decades, however, pocket book sales have faltered. Modern consumers, it seems, also have no interest in...Wed, 11 Feb 2026 00:00:00 +0000https://www.insidehook.com/style/mass-market-paperback-mans-hottest-accessoryhttps://www.insidehook.com/watches/buy-watch-womenWhen traditional jewelry gifts have been exhausted, a luxury watch emerges as an impressive and deeply personal alternative for women, offering both functionality and a unique story. Expert Quaid Walker advises thoughtful selection, emphasizing individual style over gender norms and the importance of a reliable source for such an investment.I like jewelry as much as the next woman, and it’s really — save for a trip somewhere — the only gift I want to receive from a romantic partner. (This Christ...Wed, 04 Feb 2026 00:00:00 +0000https://www.insidehook.com/watches/buy-watch-womenhttps://www.insidehook.com/gear/you-man-should-have-morning-coffee-routineEvery time you wake up in the morning next to a woman, you should offer to make her a cup of coffee. Regardless of whether you’re already planning the next date in your head or plan on never calling her again, brewing a cup of coffee is one of those small gestures of kindness you should extend to everyone. (If I have to make the trek back home in last night’s dress, the least you can do is offer me a cup of joe.) Bonus points if you have a dedicated, well-honed coffee routine. I still re...Wed, 14 Jan 2026 00:00:00 +0000https://www.insidehook.com/gear/you-man-should-have-morning-coffee-routinehttps://www.insidehook.com/sex-and-dating/relationship-recession-asked-dating-expertReading the news in 2025 somehow felt like a greater slog than ever before. If it wasn’t news of political strife, it was of the growing unemployment rate. If it wasn’t AI lapping up our water supply, it was of the dangers of Diet Coke (God, can’t we have anything?). If you weren’t reading about the Epstein files or plane crashes, you were hearing about how the state of sex and dating is also an absolute nightmare — for singles and couples alike.   Single women continued to voice their frust...Fri, 26 Dec 2025 00:00:00 +0000https://www.insidehook.com/sex-and-dating/relationship-recession-asked-dating-expert