March 09, 2019 at 12:00PM by CWC If “made in America” brings to mind one of those obnoxious beer commercials with fire and bulls and bald eagles—same. But as I began to be a more conscious consumer, I realized the impact domestic craftsmanship can have, from an ecological and sustainability standpoint. Brands are also taking note of this. Shoemakers like Astara Collective and Zuzii are creating high-quality shoes here in the US—offering up new, chic options for anyone who values earth-friendliness as much as style. “Shoes are hard because when you’re shipping overseas, they take up a lot of space because they’re being shipped in shoe boxes,” says Mariah K. Lyons, the founder of Astara Collective, who says environmental impact was a key concern as she designed her line. “So the cargo is that much heavier, which obviously makes the plane or ship that much heavier.” AKA it creates a bigger carbon footprint to ship boxes of shoes overseas. By offering her shoes direct to the consumer, and manufacturing in downtown Los Angeles, she’s able to bypass that wasted energy. “I also love having a personal relationship with my team, both on the production and the artisan side,” she says. For your (sustainable) shoe-shopping pleasure: Here are five brands that are made in America. That’s right, it’s a shoe party in the USA. Astara Collective, $422-$435 Each sandal is designed in Venice, CA, and handcrafted in downtown Los Angeles out of vegetable-tanned leather. The minimalist design of the slide is
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Some bralettes are too cute not to be seen—here are 9 genius ways to style them
March 09, 2019 at 09:00AM by CWC IMHO, a bralette is a perfect article of clothing. Aside from holding your boobs in place without any pesky (and often painful) underwire, there’s something about the lacy unmentionables that make me want to mention them, loudly, from the rooftops. Or at least wear them very publicly and on full display outside of my clothes as part of an outfit. If you want to know how to wear a bralette as part of your springtime #lewk, it’s first important to understand what, exactly, this heaven-sent closet staple actually is. A bralette is basically a bra without all of the uncomfortable bells and whistles. There’s no underwire or clasp, which somehow puts it in a category smack in between “lingerie” and “clothing,” and means it can easily serve double duty as both. They’re pretty, sexy, and so cozy that I’d go so far as to call them the clothing equivalent of the Lovesac. The best part, though, is that you can enjoy the wonders associated with wearing a bralette whether you’re a 32A, a 40D, or anywhere in between. Thanks in large part to the fashion industry’s movement toward size inclusivity, there are a lot of supportive—and more importantly, sexy—options out there. One W+G staffer is a fan of Cosabella’s Never Say Never bralette ($66) and The Evolution bralette ($80) for her own DDs, and The Lively Busty Bralette ($45) is a fan-favorite that goes up to a size 38DDD. So if my true obsession has you feeling inspired to try
Who knew Gayle King was such a Zen badass? Let’s take a look at her wellness resume for clues
March 09, 2019 at 06:56AM by CWC This is the week that everyone stood up and took notice of Gayle King. Not for being Oprah’s best friend. Or even for being the co-host of CBS This Morning who survived years in the anchor chair next to Charlie Rose—a feat that became infinitely more impressive once we learned of his #MeToo mess. No, this time, King earned brand new social media stripes for something she did on her own: being absolutely unflappable and unfazed in the face of Performative Male Rage during her interview with R. Kelly. (Other examples of the genre: Supreme Court Justice Brett Kavanaugh, President Donald Trump, and cheating boyfriends everywhere, when they get caught.) View this post on Instagram @rkelly sits down for first intvu since @survivingrkelly doc & let’s just say he has lots to discuss tomorrow @cbsthismorning… A post shared by Gayle King (@gayleking) on Mar 5, 2019 at 4:39pm PST //www.instagram.com/embed.js For all of us who underestimated King as Oprah’s perennial plus-one—and are still reeling from the documentary Surviving R. Kelly and subsequent charges of criminal sexual abuse filed against the R&B star—it was a stunning cultural moment. But how did we sleep on King for so long? Being anointed by Oprah and rising to become CBS’ MVP in the news division should have been hints of the steeliness underneath her sunny TV persona. And the fact is, you don’t achieve that level of strength, composure, and rolling-your-eyes calm spontaneously—you have to put in a lot of
The one workout a world-renowned ballerina swears by for strength training and recovery
March 09, 2019 at 06:00AM by CWC Don’t let the delicate tutus and graceful movements fool you: Ballet is hard work. After all, there’s a reason that so many athletes, from football players to figure skaters, rely on its methods as a way to stay in shape. For professional dancers, all those hours perfecting plies and perfectly-turned-out first positions at the barre can take a serious toll on their bodies. So what’s a ballerina to do? After an injury sidelined Moscow’s Bolshoi Ballet prima ballerina Olga Smirnova from dance for several months, she turned to Pilates to stay in shape throughout her recovery. “Thanks to my daily Pilates exercises, my body was so well-prepared for resuming the heavy physical workloads that I practically did not notice how I managed to slide right back into the theater’s rehearsals and repertoire,” she says. “It was the first time I tried out the Pilates system, and to tell you the truth, the process and the results were nothing short of miraculous, that is how effective they were.” “I also noticed that you recover more effectively not by resting and doing nothing, but by doing Pilates.” —Olga Smirnova Even after Smirnova returned to dance, though, she continued to supplement her ballet workouts with Pilates for a number of reasons. “First and foremost, Pilates is about a healthy body. There are exercise programs that can literally cure or remove fatigue from one’s muscles, or from the spine which takes on a huge load during a full rehearsal day,” she says,
Why Do We Get So Anxious At The Start Of A New Relationship?
March 09, 2019 at 05:02AM Everything you need to know about dealing with early relationship anxiety. Continue Reading… Author Julia Guerra | Life by Daily Burn Selected by iversue
Drybar Founder Alli Webb reveals the common mistake you’re probably making with your blowout
March 09, 2019 at 05:00AM by CWC As the founder of Drybar, it’s safe to assume that Alli Webb knows a thing or two (or, ya know, two million) about how to give the perfect blowout. Not only is she basically the fairy godmother of the blow dry world, but she somehow always manages to make her own hair, which is naturally curly, look seamlessly smooth and straight. As a proud curly girl, I have always been dying-with-a-capital-D to know: How the heck does she do it? Or, okay, how the heck can I do it for myself? “You definitely want to section your hair,” she tells me at an event celebrating her partnership with T.J. Maxx on Thursday morning, where we chatted about some of her favorite ways to maximize her (very, very limited) free time. “I think that’s the biggest mistake that women make is that they rush through their blowout so that they don’t get every section. And then when you’re flat ironing it, you don’t get every single section because you’re working in too big of sections so you don’t get all the hair.” When it comes to creating these style-saving sections, Webb suggests starting with the pieces closest to your face. “I always tell people to start in the front because it’s the first thing that people see, but also don’t forget the back,” she says. “Get a mirror and look at the back of your hair so you can get the back and make sure it looks
This Diet Can Improve Your Exercise Performance In A Matter Of Days
March 09, 2019 at 04:18AM Here are the foods to stock up on. Continue Reading… Author Caroline Muggia | Life by Daily Burn Selected by iversue
Here’s exactly how to make Jennifer Garner’s favorite breakfast
March 09, 2019 at 04:00AM by CWC If you haven’t noticed, Jennifer Garner has become quite the star chef lately. She’s always trying out new recipes on her #PretendCookingShow on Instagram, whether it’s something from her cooking idol (a certain Barefoot badass) or her own collection. And most recently, she shared one of her go-to breakfast recipes: a warm and cozy bowl of apple oatmeal. In her video, Garner showed just how easy it is to whip up the meal. And there’s a reason she’s such a pro. Thanks to a helpful tip she got, she’s completely mastered the recipe. “Ina Garten says the trick to learning how to cook is finding something you eat and making it over and over again—maybe this time try half water/half almond milk? Or instead of brown sugar, drizzle some maple syrup? That’s how you gain a little confidence. And that’s me and my favorite winter oatmeal,” she writes. “Ina Garten says the trick to learning how to cook is finding something you eat and making it over and over again…That’s me and my favorite winter oatmeal.” —Jennifer Garner So, what exactly makes this oatmeal such a winner? Along with the old-fashioned rolled oats, it also contains tart apples, brown sugar, cinnamon, vanilla, and chopped almonds. Basically everything that makes for a comforting—and filling—breakfast. If you want to try it for yourself, you’re in luck: she shared the full recipe. Bon appétit! View this post on Instagram A post shared by Jennifer Garner (@jennifer.garner) on Mar
The 5 Best Low-Carb, Grain-Free Pancake Mixes You Can Buy
March 09, 2019 at 02:42AM Some are even keto-friendly! Continue Reading… Author Stephanie Eckelkamp | Life by Daily Burn Selected by iversue
The Mineral That Helps Me Recover From My Workout — STAT
March 09, 2019 at 01:44AM Consider me and magnesium inseparable. Continue Reading… Author Ray Bass | Life by Daily Burn Selected by iversue