June 17, 2020 at 06:18AM There are hundreds of thousands of influencers in the social ether, but only a handful who we religiously stalk in order to virtually steal the clothes off their backs. Our primary target is Monikh—the London-based styling and shopping guru who seeks out the very coolest buys from every corner of the retail world. From her inspiring tips on re-wearing her well-chosen investment items to hunting down the coolest high-street pieces, her Instagram feed @monikh and website are a veritable hotbed of things you’re going to want to purchase immediately (and will never regret). Each week, Monikh will share her new picks exclusively for you… In summer, I love wearing earthy tones, linens, white lightweight dresses and tangerine shades—pieces that are classic but not boring. This week, my summer shopping picks include the perfect white dress that has XL puff sleeves. After months of being barefoot or in flats, I’m also eyeing up some espadrille wedges. Keep scrolling for my three buys this week. I found this brand on Instagram a few years ago, and I have been hooked on its incredibly simple yet exaggerated designs ever since. It keeps the colours very muted and uses über-dreamy materials. But the thing that sets its pieces apart is the volume of the shapes. Very clever, very beautiful. Note they also sell out and rarely get restocked—still kicking myself over a dress I missed from over three years ago. For anyone like me living in a flat and always in need of more space, you’ll be happy
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All the Trends I Wore as a Kid Are Back for Summer 2020
June 17, 2020 at 06:03AM When many of us reflect on the outfits we wore as kids, the term fashionable is hardly the first thing that springs to mind. After all, despite the fact that I was a fashion-obsessed child (who would regularly change my outfit multiple times a day, much to my mother’s dismay), I’d hardly presume any of those outfits would actually hold up over 20 years down the track. Though, recently, upon looking back on a few old photos, I realised that several of the trends I wore as a child in the ’90s have resurfaced as It items today. From bike shorts to exaggerated sleeves, daisy prints to statement collars, the trending styles of 2020 are not too dissimilar to those that were in several decades ago. Whether it’s due to fashion’s current obsession with all things nostalgia or simply the fact that trends go in cycles, I’m unsure. But keep scrolling for four trends I wore as a child that are back again for summer 2020. From Kitri to Marimekko, many brands have reimagined the traditional floral motif this summer, opting to replace them with large-scale daisy and sunflower prints. It’s a trend we’re seeing flood our social media feeds and is not too dissimilar to the fun prints that were also prominent in the ’90s. This season, bike shorts have become so much more than just an activewear style. Paired alongside blazers and button-down shirts, the item has shed its sporty-related connotations to become a mainstream trend in and of
I’ve Been Running for Over 10 Years—Here Are the Best Trainers
June 17, 2020 at 06:00AM I remember where I was the first time I went for a run. I was on my Erasmus year 15 years ago in Toulouse, stuck in my halls of residence and desperate to get out and move my legs. I was slow, stopped regularly and didn’t go very far. I continued running regularly, even though I wasn’t very good, but gave up once I was back home from university. Then, 10 years ago, I moved to London and was in need of some form of exercise that was A) free and B) easy (ish) to do, so I decided to pick it up again. This time, thanks to advances in technology, I had apps and an iPhone with my playlists on to get me through. However, I still found I wasn’t quite getting my distance up, so I turned to the Couch to 10K app, which I completed. I then managed to knock out a 10K during the weekends and even trained for a half-marathon. Throughout all that time, there’s one thing I’ve never compromised on: decent trainers. The thing is, running is high-impact, and if you run outside, you need a pair of trainers to cushion your weight as you slam your feet down on the pavement. Thanks to my time running, I’ve had the chance to try out a few sneakers. But why exactly am I talking about this now? Since March, the searches for running shoes has grown dramatically. (Thanks, Google Trends.) And it makes sense—with gyms
My Story: Creative Director Josef Adamu on the Power of Telling Untold Narratives
June 16, 2020 at 11:05PM Meet Josef Adamu, a creative director who splits his time between Toronto and New York, and who started his own creative agency, Sunday School, from his Toronto basement back in 2017 which has since grown to a team of four. Here, he shares, in his own words, his company’s mission and what fuels him creatively. On growing up: “My parents are Nigerian and they came to Canada in ’89. I was born a few years later in Toronto, and my family bounced around a lot between Toronto and Brampton. I even lived in Calgary, Alberta for one year as well. I’ve always been in a Black space for the most part, meaning I’ve always lived in areas where there was a highly concentrated Black or South Asian community. That was beautiful to me. And I always took note of things. Like, when I went to friends’ houses, I was very inquisitive about where their parents were from. I’ve always been that friend that was questioning everything and I’ve always documented it. When I went to the hair salon, I took note of things. When I went to play basketball with friends, I took note of things. I’ve always made mental notes. And, honestly, those experiences play into what I’m doing now.” On what he does professionally: “Creative director, entrepreneur, visual storyteller. I run a creative agency that brings different creatives together to work on campaign projects, and partner with other companies on projects, that bring
The Truth About Oil Pulling: Why It’s Easier Than You Think + How To Do It Right
June 16, 2020 at 08:00PM According to registered Ayurvedic Practitioner and Ayurvedic Yoga Therapist, Julie Bernier if you’ve caught on to the health practice of oil-pulling recently, it’s possible you’re doing it wrong. The good news is that Julie’s perspective on the daily ayurvedic practice makes the healthy habit easier — and faster! — than some of us may have assumed. It’s been thousands of years since the ancient ayurvedic sages first recommended oil pulling as part of a health-promoting daily routine. When the mainstream wellness scene picked up on it a few years ago, it blew up, and with that came a lot of misinformation. Oil pulling is not what most people think it is; here’s everything you need to know about the real oil pulling. I did a little google search and this is the general oil pulling consensus: put a tablespoon of coconut oil in your mouth and swish it around for 20 minutes. This will supposedly whiten teeth, extract toxins, and cure pretty much any disease you can think of. There are reports of oil pulling causing headaches, TMJ, and even vomiting. Oh dear! In ayurveda, medicine is only that which does not cause another problem in the body. Which means that this kind of oil pulling is not correct. And it’s not at all what’s recommended in the original ayurvedic texts. Ayurveda, the holistic system of healing from ancient India, described with immense precision the do’s and dont’s of all things health and wellbeing. Ayurveda is
Emma Watson Joins Kering As Chair Of Its Sustainability Committee
June 16, 2020 at 08:31PM Actress and sustainability advocate Emma Watson has joined the board of Kering, the French luxury group with designer brands like Gucci, Saint Laurent and Balenciaga under its umbrella. Announced in an online presentation of the group’s annual general meeting on Tuesday, Kering also confirmed that Watson would chair the board’s sustainability committee, which is focused on environmental matters. Watson has long been a supporter of sustainable fashion, championing eco-conscious designers and brands both on the red carper and off. She is also a supporter of Good On You, a mobile app that allows consumers to check the sustainability credentials of clothing brands. View this post on Instagram Kering is proud to announce that Emma Watson is joining its Board of Directors, alongside Jean Liu and Tidjane Thiam. Their appointments have been approved by Kering’s shareholders during the Group’s Annual General Meeting, as proposed by the Board of Directors in March 2020. Emma Watson has also been appointed Chair of the Sustainability Committee of the Board of Directors. The combined wealth of experience and skillsets of these three well-known figures will be complementary assets to the Group, enhancing the quality of the work done by the Board of Directors. The latter will benefit from their contribution in defining the Group’s strategic orientations. “I am delighted to welcome Jean Liu, Tidjane Thiam and Emma Watson to our Board of Directors. Their respective knowledge and competence, the multiplicity of their backgrounds and perspectives will be invaluable additions to
Meet Stephanie Benedetto, the Woman on a Mission to Save Fabric From Landfills
June 16, 2020 at 08:26PM Today, Cartier has unveiled the seven winners of the Cartier Women’s Initiative 2020. Chosen from 1,200 applicants from 159 countries, the seven winners will receive a $100,000 investment from Cartier into their business – with sectors ranging from healthcare to education, manufacturing and fashion innovation. To date, the Cartier Women’s Initiative (CWI) has “supported more than 240 social impact-driven businesses led and owned by women entrepreneurs, hailing from 56 countries, creating more than 7,000 jobs,” according to a release. It has also granted over $3 million in funding “making it one of the largest and most generous female-focused entrepreneurial competitions in the world.” One of this year’s laureates is Stephanie Benedetto, a New York-based former lawyer who now runs Queen of Raw, an online marketplace for businesses to buy and sell deadstock fabrics and textiles. Through this marketplace, Benedetto is providing businesses with a sustainable alternative to destroying fabrics. We caught up with Benedetto to find out more about her career transition and the business – and why she hopes to one day work herself out of a job. Tell us a little about how you made the jump from a legal career to starting Queen of Raw. My family has been in the fabric business for over 100 years, but over that time frame, many financial and environmental inefficiencies have emerged. Today, the fashion industry is the second greatest polluter of freshwater in the world and a lot of the raw material produced by
13 Great Grooming Essentials You Can Still Get Dad for Father’s Day
June 16, 2020 at 07:02PM With Father’s Day only a few shopping days away, crunch time to find the dudes in your life the perfect “ I appreciate you” gift is now. Most men have a grooming routine in some shape or form, so we’ve rounded up some awesome bathroom essentials that are sure to make him smile. From beard must-haves to haircare heroes, click through our gallery below to discover 13 grooming gifts to spoil Dad with this Father’s Day. <div class="sjm-attachment-carousel–header gallery-container–default" data-slick='{"speed":400,"adaptiveHeight":true,"variableWidth":false,"centerMode":true,"centerPadding":"0","slidesToShow":1,"lazyLoad":"ondemand","prevArrow":"Previous”,”nextArrow”:”Next”}’ data-simplemodal=’false’ > 1/13 Sensitive Skin Gift Set ($36, CW Beggs and Sons) If dad has sensitive skin, consider this set. Recognized by the Canadian Dermatology Association, this skincare set from CW Beggs and Sons includes a full-size moisturizer, face wash and shaving foam, and the gentle formulas act as a protective veil against external aggressors, meaning prevention from redness, irritation and dryness. Buy Now 2/13 Gents Energising Skincare Kit ($24, The Body Shop) Made with invigorating guarana plant and coffee bean extracts, this moisturizer and face cleanser duo will help jump-start his day each morning. Buy Now 3/13 Hemp Hair & Scalp 5-in-1 ($6.99, dippity-do MEN) Spiked with a nourishing blend of oils (think: hemp seed, argan and olive oils), plus shea butter, this multi-tasker doubles as a hair and body wash to help simplify his routine. Buy Now 4/13 4_Calvin-Klein-CK-Everyone CK Everyone ($65 for 50ml, Calvin Klein ) This gender-bending fragrance, with a blend of orange, essential oil, tea, neroli and patchouli, is one
Power Foods to Make You Feel Focused and Motivated
June 16, 2020 at 06:49PM This post is sponsored by North Health County Health Services. You’ve heard it said, “You are what you eat,” but there is far more truth to that statement than many of us realize. Not only does the food we eat directly impact our overall health, wellbeing, and energy levels, but our diets can also play […] The post Power Foods to Make You Feel Focused and Motivated appeared first on SafeandHealthylife. Continue Reading… Author Safe and Healthy Life Expert | Safeandhealthy Selected by CWC
Discovering New Acne-Targeting Goodies with reduire’s Trouble Relieving Time Collection
June 16, 2020 at 06:00PM Cruelty-free and vegan offerings to treat your skin and our planet well… more → Continue Reading… Author Sarah Lau | YesStyle Selected by CWC