Healthy lifestyle
A healthy lifestyle is one which helps to keep and improve people's health and well-being.Many governments and non-governmental organizations have made big efforts in healthy lifestyle and health promotion.
Mental Health
Mental health can be considered a very important factor of physical health for the effects it produces on bodily functions. This type of health concerns emotional and cognitive well-being or an absence of mental disorder.
Public health
Public health can be defined in a variety of ways. It can be presented as "the study of the physical, psychosocial and socio-cultural determinants of population health and actions to improve the health of the population.
Reproductive Health
For the UN, reproductive health is a right, like other human rights. This recent concept evokes the good transmission of the genetic heritage from one generation to the next.
Health
Health is a state of complete physical, mental and social well-being, and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity.
vendredi 20 septembre 2019
The Man Behind Mr. Jingles Has Already Played 2 American Horror Story Killers
While you processed the simultaneously poppy and freaky '80s vibe of American Horror Story: 1984, you might have scratched your head over why the terrifying Benjamin "Mr. Jingles" Richter, the ear-obsessed creep who killed nine campers, looks familiar. For those who know American Horror Story in and out, it's because the actor behind the murderer, John Carroll Lynch, has played a - let's say twisted - character before: Twisty the Clown from AHS: Freak Show. Plus, Lynch is a pretty prolific character actor who's been featured on the big and small screens over the years.
First, let's talk shop about his new character. AHS: 1984 immediately introduces us to Mr. Jingles in the first episode when the killer murdered nine people at Camp Redwood in 1970. There was one survivor from his attacks: Margaret Booth (Leslie Grossman), the evangelized owner of the camp in 1984. While Richter is incarcerated for years, he breaks loose from a mental hospital after faking his hanging. Before the camp murders, Richter was a Vietnam War soldier with a high kill count, dishonorably discharged when the Army discovered his DIY project where he made a necklace from his victims' ears. Back in America, he became a janitor at Camp Redwood. Margaret, a counselor on that murderous night, remembered the sound of his keys jingling before the attack. Thus, Mr. Jingles.
Lynch first appeared on season four of American Horror Story as Twisty the Clown, the deranged children's entertainer with a sad-turned-utterly bonkers backstory. After shooting off his lower jaw, Twisty emerged as a serial killer and mentored the spoiled Dandy Mott. Lynch reprised his creepy clown role in season seven in Oz Mayfair-Richards' nightmare. (In Cult, Twisty is a fictionalized comic book character.) He also briefly appears in AHS: Hotel as John Wayne Gacy . . . another serial killer.
Even before American Horror Story, Lynch has been a recognizable name on many TV shows and movies. His career first gained notoriety when he starred in the Coen brothers' Fargo as Frances McDormand's painter husband Norm. Some might also remember him as Steve, Drew Carey's cross-dressing brother on The Drew Carey Show. Additionally, he's worked with big-name movie directors like Clint Eastwood and John Woo as well, cast in supporting roles in action films such as Face/Off and Gran Torino.
And yes, Lynch has been in many a horror-thriller project outside of the Ryan Murphy universe. He's played creepy parts in The Invitation and Zodiac (above). In the latter movie, he portrayed Arthur Leigh Allen, a man suspected to be the Zodiac Killer. Lynch starred in the David Fincher thriller across Robert Downey Jr., Jake Gyllenhaal, and Mark Ruffalo long before their Marvel days.
We honestly can't wait to see how Lynch brings to life the terrifying Mr. Jingles as this season of AHS progresses. For now, there are plenty of his past projects we can enjoy as we wait for future episodes - the man has, after all, a whopping 120 acting credits to his name on IMDb.
Booyah! These '90s-Inspired Costumes Are All You Need This Halloween
The '90s were a magical time of boy bands, VHS tapes, Lisa Frank, and Nickelodeon cartoons, and what better way to pay homage to your childhood than with a '90s-inspired Halloween costume? The ideas are endless, but we've rounded up the most creative and fun costumes - which, for the most part, are easy to DIY as well - inspired by the musicians, toys, cartoons, technology, movies, and TV shows of this unforgettable decade. There's something for everyone: couples, women, and guys. Get ready for a major blast from the past!
- Additional reporting by Lauren Harano
Many Organic Tampons Are Better For the Environment, but Watch For These Things
If you're concerned about climate change and looking for environmentally friendly products to help combat the problem, you may be curious about organic tampons. Are they actually better than your go-to brand? Felice Gersh, MD, an award-winning ob-gyn, founder of the Integrative Medical Group of Irvine, and author of PCOS SOS: A Gynecologist's Lifeline To Naturally Restore Your Rhythms, Hormones and Happiness, told POPSUGAR that organic tampons are a healthier option in more ways than one.
"Organic tampons are definitely better for the environment - and the individual - than standard tampons," Dr. Gersh explained. This is because they don't contain toxic ingredients like pesticides, herbicides, bleaches, and disinfectants that are frequently present in standard tampons. (Though, to be fair, some experts argue that you encounter these chemicals in larger amounts in your everyday life.) "When tampons are disposed of, these issues become very important as the chemicals contained within their fibers can ultimately be released into the environment," she told POPSUGAR. She explained that while each tampon is a small piece of waste, the accumulation from millions of people using them each month is pretty big.
Dr. Gersh also pointed out that most standard tampons contain plastic applicators for vaginal insertion. These applicators aren't biodegradable and are harmful to many types of wildlife. "Even when they don't end up in lakes or the ocean, where they can kill the living creatures, they accumulate in landfills, and we have a limited supply of space on Earth to accommodate dumped garbage," she explained. Dr. Gersh noted that not all organic tampons have biodegradable applicators, but many do - so if you're switching to organic tampons, you'll want to double-check to ensure you're buying a brand that uses environmentally friendly applicators.
However, there is one downside to organic tampons: the amount of energy required to produce organic cotton. Samantha Radford, PhD, a chemist who focuses on environmental health, told POPSUGAR that the conventionally raised cotton used in nonorganic tampons is detrimental to the environment due to the large amount of pesticides, water, and energy required to produce it. But the issue isn't black and white. "The problem with organic cotton is that it still needs a lot of energy to produce, and it requires much more difficult physical labor for workers," Dr. Radford said. As an eco-friendly alternative, she suggested ditching tampons entirely in favor of menstrual cups.
"Once you buy one, it can last for years, and it's made of silicone, so it doesn't retain dangerous chemicals that can leach into your body," she explained. Dr. Radford told POPSUGAR that she's very happy with her Diva Cup, but there are also a number of other brands available in different lengths and sizes that will work for people from young teenagers to those who have had vaginal births. If you prefer to stick with tampons, organic is better for the environment - but they're not the only green menstrual product out there, so weigh your options.
40 Clever Closet Organizers That'll Give You a Sigh of Relief
I'm going through a major life change. I just moved into a new apartment with a dramatically smaller closet. While I love my place, adjusting to a tiny closet has been stressful. I realized I needed to make the most of my space by investing in helpful tools that will double the storage. When I starting shopping for these useful products, I was blown away by how many options were out there.
Ahead, I've gathered a list of my favorite choices that will help you get your own closet in order. From shoe racks to hangers for your bags, these finds are all loved by customers and bestsellers online. Keep reading to shop them all.
If You've Just Been Dumped, "Doctor" Dax Shepard Has the Perfect Advice
Oh my God, Dax Shepard, are you sure you weren't a couples therapist in a past life? The hilariously handsome actor took over for Ellen DeGeneres on Thursday where he brought back his "Ask Dr. Dax" segment and offered some questionably sound relationship advice to multiple women in the audience. Ahead of the premiere of season two of Bless This Mess, Dax, who stressed that he is by no means a doctor, tackled everything from breakups, to, uh, returning favors in the bedroom, and even how to avoid traumatizing your children if they hear you having sex.
He kicked things off with a question from a woman who was unfortunately dumped the day before. "Obviously step one is bang all of his or her friends," Dax said jokingly. "Secondly, as a little personal mantra I have, I just say over and over again, 'This is temporary.' . . . You're going to feel completely different, you just have to be patient and feel the feelings, they're a gift." He also reminded someone, "You gotta state your needs," when expressing she wasn't receiving as much as she was giving in the bedroom.
Dax and his wife Kristen Bell have one of the sweetest celebrity marriages, and I would absolutely pay to have them dictate my dating life à la Dr. Dax. Watch the hilarious video above.
The Amityville Horror Is a Terrifying Legend - but Was It a Hoax?
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Based on a well-documented story of paranormal hauntings, the 1979 film The Amityville Horror instantly became a cult classic, despite its poor critical reception. It's no surprise though, because the movie took root in a terrifying and sensationalized real case. The actual house in Amityville might just be the epitome of a haunted house. The story starts as many a ghost story does - with a family moving into a creepy new abode that has a horrifying history. In 1975, George and Kathleen Lutz brought their three children to a lovely Dutch Colonial home on 112 Ocean Avenue in Amityville, Long Island. But just a year before the family moved in, six people had been brutally murdered in the house. Now the residence is an iconic haunt - which may or may not be a total hoax.
What Is the House's Origin Story?
Let's rewind to November 13, 1974. 23-year-old Ronald DeFeo Jr. shot and murdered his four siblings and two parents in the ominous home. He reported to the police that "the voices from the house made him do it." He is currently serving six consecutive life sentences at the Green Haven Correctional Facility in Dutchess County, New York. In addition to this gruesome murder, the house is also believed to be built on a Shinnecock burial ground and was once linked to a satanist named John Ketchum, but there's definitely strong skepticism around these rumors.
What Happened in the House?
In December of 1975, the Lutz family moved in after buying the house at an extremely cheap price of $80,000. It was a steal for a 4,000 square foot house with waterfront access, a boathouse, heated swimming pool, garage, and full basement. But the family's stay would be short-lived, lasting a mere 28 days. In that month, the family experienced paranormal activity such as green slime oozing from the walls and demonic pigs lurking about. Additionally, they saw eyes peering from outside, heard untraceable noises, and smelled weird and pervasive odors. Kathleen apparently levitated in bed and George woke up at 3:15 A.M. each day - the time of the murders. When they asked a priest to bless their home, a haunted hand apparently slapped the holy man and told him to get out. And so the Lutzes ditched their new home.
The house (below) has a new address now - 108 Ocean Avenue in place of 112 - in an attempt to discourage visitors. The ominous "evil eye" windows have long-since been replaced with typical square windows for the same reason. It's had several different owners over the years, recently sold in 2017 for $605,000.
Image Source: Getty / Paul Hawthorne
Was It a Hoax?
There's no denying the reach of the Amityville legend. Jay Anson published The Amityville Horror in 1977, basing his book off of the events that the Lutzes experienced in the home by using 45 hours of the family's recorded interviews. The book became a bestseller, inspiring many films, most notably the 1979 and 2005 movies of the same name. TV viewers may also notice similarities between the Amityville legend and shows such as American Horror Story: Roanoke.
As deeply entrenched as the legend is in horror culture, there's skepticism around it. According to The Seattle Times, Christopher Quaratino, one of the three Lutz children who lived in the house, maintains that the hauntings happened but that they were mostly hyped up by his former stepfather, George for profit. (George and Kathleen split in 1988.) Quaratino mentioned that George flirted with the paranormal and attempted to summon supernatural beings. The family was apparently in a lot of debt, and it's been speculated that a book and movie deal could have helped them get out of hot water.
Quaratino isn't the only person to introduce doubt to the legend. William Weber, the defense lawyer on DeFeo's case, told People Magazine in 1979 that Anson's book was a hoax. According to the lawyer, he and the Lutzes conjured up the story over bottles of wine. The Lutz family would sue Weber over the invasion of privacy, and Weber countersued for fraud and breach of contract. A judge nixed the Lutz case, and Weber settled out of court.
Whether the horror is true or fabricated, we can certainly say that the murders, spooks, and drama around the Amityville house makes for one hell of a ghost story.
The Sexiest Books of All Time Will Have You Blushing With Every Turn of the Page
Sexiness in books is preconceived to be limited to romance novels, but it's more than that. It's a universal concept that takes on many connotations about having power and agency and challenging old norms about sex. Whether it's Lolita and Anna Karenina for class or picking up Zane's book for pleasure (pun intended), these stories center on a woman's narrative or celebrate sexuality in a liberating way that's not exclusive to romance. Books that were considered too scandalous and taboo for society are now being praised for their revolutionary schools of thought, particularly now because we are at a juncture in society where we're having open discourses about sex and pushing marginalized voices to the forefront. The impressive books on this list have been doing that way before it registered in our collective consciousness.
40 Clever Closet Organizers That'll Give You a Sigh of Relief
I'm going through a major life change. I just moved into a new apartment with a dramatically smaller closet. While I love my place, adjusting to a tiny closet has been stressful. I realized I needed to make the most of my space by investing in helpful tools that will double the storage. When I starting shopping for these useful products, I was blown away by how many options were out there.
Ahead, I've gathered a list of my favorite choices that will help you get your own closet in order. From shoe racks to hangers for your bags, these finds are all loved by customers and bestsellers online. Keep reading to shop them all.
jeudi 19 septembre 2019
11 High-Waisted Jeans So Good, You'll Never Want to Wear Another Pair Again
It's not always easy finding the right jeans for your body type or your taste. From skinny cuts to baggy boyfriend fits, there is so much to choose from. No matter the style, high-waisted denim is an option that is comfortable with an added bonus: you don't have to worry about constantly pulling up the waist. The real struggle is shopping for the perfect pair.
We searched for the best and most popular brands that everyone is wearing right now, so you don't have to. Ahead, you can shop our 11 favorite pairs on the internet right now. From brands like H&M to Levi's and even Reformation, no doubt you'll have a hard time leaving empty handed. Keep reading to check them out.
11 High-Waisted Jeans So Good, You'll Never Want to Wear Another Pair Again
It's not always easy finding the right jeans for your body type or your taste. From skinny cuts to baggy boyfriend fits, there is so much to choose from. No matter the style, high-waisted denim is an option that is comfortable with an added bonus: you don't have to worry about constantly pulling up the waist. The real struggle is shopping for the perfect pair.
We searched for the best and most popular brands that everyone is wearing right now, so you don't have to. Ahead, you can shop our 11 favorite pairs on the internet right now. From brands like H&M to Levi's and even Reformation, no doubt you'll have a hard time leaving empty handed. Keep reading to check them out.
12 Times Tessa Virtue and Scott Moir Nearly Melted the Ice During Their Legendary Career
Ice dancing royalty Tessa Virtue and Scott Moir have officially retired, and naturally, we can't stop thinking about their iconic performances over the years. Though most fans knew the Canadian pair's retirement was imminent (they haven't actually competed since the 2018 Olympics), it's still the end of an era in the figure skating world. Tessa and Scott are the most decorated Olympic ice dancers in history, with two individual gold medals and one individual silver, as well as a silver and gold from the Olympic team events.
Over the years, Tessa and Scott have turned out a wide variety of spectacular, intricate programs, running the gamut from classical ballroom styles to sexy and modern dances to elegant, delicate programs. It's almost impossible to narrow it down to just a few memorable moments, but in honor of their retirement, that's exactly what we've done. Keep reading for 12 of Tessa and Scott's best performances, and relive your favorite programs as they step away from competition for good.
12 Times Tessa Virtue and Scott Moir Nearly Melted the Ice During Their Legendary Career
Ice dancing royalty Tessa Virtue and Scott Moir have officially retired, and naturally, we can't stop thinking about their iconic performances over the years. Though most fans knew the Canadian pair's retirement was imminent (they haven't actually competed since the 2018 Olympics), it's still the end of an era in the figure skating world. Tessa and Scott are the most decorated Olympic ice dancers in history, with two individual gold medals and one individual silver, as well as a silver and gold from the Olympic team events.
Over the years, Tessa and Scott have turned out a wide variety of spectacular, intricate programs, running the gamut from classical ballroom styles to sexy and modern dances to elegant, delicate programs. It's almost impossible to narrow it down to just a few memorable moments, but in honor of their retirement, that's exactly what we've done. Keep reading for 12 of Tessa and Scott's best performances, and relive your favorite programs as they step away from competition for good.
99 Justin Bieber Pics So Hot That They May Cause Heart Palpitations
This probably isn't news to anyone, but Justin Bieber is an absolute babe. Whether he's looking grungy or clean cut, performing shirtless on stage, or just strolling shirtless down the street, Justin manages to look drop dead sexy in just about any photo. His heart may belong to Hailey Baldwin, but those abs are just too hot to be anything but public property. Here are 99 Justin Bieber pics that will have you begging, "Let me love you!"
99 Justin Bieber Pics So Hot That They May Cause Heart Palpitations
This probably isn't news to anyone, but Justin Bieber is an absolute babe. Whether he's looking grungy or clean cut, performing shirtless on stage, or just strolling shirtless down the street, Justin manages to look drop dead sexy in just about any photo. His heart may belong to Hailey Baldwin, but those abs are just too hot to be anything but public property. Here are 99 Justin Bieber pics that will have you begging, "Let me love you!"
45 Cute and Thoughtful Gifts No Girl Could Ever Refuse
Shopping for the girl who has everything is never easy. To make sure you find the special woman in your life a thoughtful gift she never saw coming, we hunted down the 45 hottest gifts on the internet.
No matter whether you're shopping for your mom, BFF, or special someone, there's no shortage of good finds ahead. From relaxing bath caddies to cute unicorn humidifiers, you might even end up wanting to snag a couple for yourself. Keep reading to check out our top picks of the season.
50 Spine-Chilling Halloween Costumes to DIY For Scary Cheap
You know what's even scarier than Halloween? Trying to find the creepiest costume of them all. With a night of blood, gore, and haunting horrors, it's hard to not want to channel your spooky side. That's why we did the dirty work for you and found the most chilling costumes. Whether you want to fulfill your dream of playing your favorite villain or you just want to look downright dead, these scary costume ideas are the epitome of every Halloween horror out there. And the best part? You can make them all at home for next to nothing.
Check out the spookiest costumes ahead, and get your inspiration - or blood - flowing.
- Additional reporting by Lauren Harano
45 Cute and Thoughtful Gifts No Girl Could Ever Refuse
Shopping for the girl who has everything is never easy. To make sure you find the special woman in your life a thoughtful gift she never saw coming, we hunted down the 45 hottest gifts on the internet.
No matter whether you're shopping for your mom, BFF, or special someone, there's no shortage of good finds ahead. From relaxing bath caddies to cute unicorn humidifiers, you might even end up wanting to snag a couple for yourself. Keep reading to check out our top picks of the season.
How to Recreate 2 Iconic Lady Gaga Beauty Looks - Straight From Her Makeup Artist
Lady Gaga thinks you should know: you don't have to recreate her beauty looks. The intention behind Haus Laboratories, in fact, is for you to "use these products as tools for self-expression," said Sarah Tanno, the star's longtime makeup artist. "There are no rules - just enjoy the process."
Still, any Lady Gaga fan worth their weight in Monster merch knows the woman is a beacon of makeup inspiration - the kind that could shape an entire persona - and who are we to deprive you of your creative outlet? I know I'd personally give my left leg for her Met Gala lashes (and frankly, I know I'm not alone), which is why we're serving up the next best thing: a step-by-step tutorial to two (of 1.2 million) iconic looks.
"She always used to say that for her, it was watching her mother put on her lipstick and be brave for the day that made her love makeup," said Tanno. "I see that come full circle in Gaga's life, where maybe she's not feeling her best but we put on her face and she goes out there and she does it - no matter what it is. It's like her armor."
"The tips and tricks are built into this makeup; it's not the product that makes it crazy, it's about what you do with the product and how the product works."
To recreate these two in particular, we used a handful of the new Haus products (which are now available on Amazon) and a mix of other brands, too. "[The response] has been all over the place," she said. "Some people expected it to be super crazy, but the truth of it honestly is we have very sophisticated taste in makeup. The tips and tricks are built into this makeup; it's not what the product is that makes it crazy, it's about what you do with the product and how the product works."
Coming right up: proof of Tanno's makeup magic that'll leave you all Gaga, ooh la la.
50 Spine-Chilling Halloween Costumes to DIY For Scary Cheap
You know what's even scarier than Halloween? Trying to find the creepiest costume of them all. With a night of blood, gore, and haunting horrors, it's hard to not want to channel your spooky side. That's why we did the dirty work for you and found the most chilling costumes. Whether you want to fulfill your dream of playing your favorite villain or you just want to look downright dead, these scary costume ideas are the epitome of every Halloween horror out there. And the best part? You can make them all at home for next to nothing.
Check out the spookiest costumes ahead, and get your inspiration - or blood - flowing.
- Additional reporting by Lauren Harano
45 Cute and Thoughtful Gifts No Girl Could Ever Refuse
Shopping for the girl who has everything is never easy. To make sure you find the special woman in your life a thoughtful gift she never saw coming, we hunted down the 45 hottest gifts on the internet.
No matter whether you're shopping for your mom, BFF, or special someone, there's no shortage of good finds ahead. From relaxing bath caddies to cute unicorn humidifiers, you might even end up wanting to snag a couple for yourself. Keep reading to check out our top picks of the season.
50 Spine-Chilling Halloween Costumes to DIY For Scary Cheap
You know what's even scarier than Halloween? Trying to find the creepiest costume of them all. With a night of blood, gore, and haunting horrors, it's hard to not want to channel your spooky side. That's why we did the dirty work for you and found the most chilling costumes. Whether you want to fulfill your dream of playing your favorite villain or you just want to look downright dead, these scary costume ideas are the epitome of every Halloween horror out there. And the best part? You can make them all at home for next to nothing.
Check out the spookiest costumes ahead, and get your inspiration - or blood - flowing.
- Additional reporting by Lauren Harano
15 Designer Bags Our Editors Are Buying For Fall and You Should, Too
If you're a fan of Coach, we've got some good news for you. The popular brand just dropped tons of new designs and silhouettes for Fall, and they're so good, it will be hard to choose just one. From its signature printed bags to carryall totes for every day and fun backpacks, there is something for every occasion.
To make sure you find your match, we did the hard for your. Ahead we curated a list of its best picks of the season, so all you have to do is add your favorites to your shopping cart. Keep reading to shop them all.
Get Ready: These Are the 61 Cozy and Chic Sweaters You'll Want to Live in All Fall
Sweater season, we are so ready for you. To be honest, it's going to be nearly impossible to choose from all the designs. We created your ultimate guide to the very best Fall sweaters out there in a variety of price points and styles. You might want a Free People colorful design or an H&M bargain - if you're truly committed, you'll get both. Let's get shopping!
The 14 Highest-Rated Dresses From Nordstrom Are Beyond Dreamy and So Wearable
When I was a kid, my mom would always jokingly call Nordstrom "the mothership." It was the queen of all department stores, and we could wander around in there for hours. It was fun to aimlessly sift through racks in the departments and try on a million different things in the fitting room. Now, we can make more informed choices thanks to the internet. Nordstrom's customers leave thousands of reviews on products so we can all know what's worth our money. You can even arrange the site from highest to lowest rated, making us all major shopping experts.
If you're on the hunt for a dress that is stylish and well-made and fits well, you've come to the right place. I curated a guide of the top-rated dresses Nordstrom has to offer online. Seriously, I love its selection of unique options made with quality fabrics. Prepare yourself - the site just dropped a ton of new designs to choose from. For the Fall and Winter, the department store has really impressed me with a variety of playful prints, whimsical details, and flattering silhouettes. Check out my favorite picks, and buy one for yourself before they disappear. They always go fast.
Obsessed With The Great British Baking Show? Where to Follow the Latest Batch of Bakers
The Great British Baking Show is now streaming its latest season on Netflix, and the cast of collection seven is definitely living up to expectations! Thirteen amateur bakers, all with colorful personalities and a shared love for baking, entered the tent this year, and for once, Netflix is streaming episodes on a weekly basis to coordinate with the UK broadcast, rather than dropping the full season to binge at once. As the new season gets underway, we're already loving the new batch of contestants. Keep reading to learn a little bit more about each of the cast members, courtesy of their official Channel 4/Netflix bios also published in The Telegraph, and where you can find them all on social media! (No spoilers here - we've included every baker, whether they've been eliminated or not.)
15 Designer Bags Our Editors Are Buying For Fall and You Should, Too
If you're a fan of Coach, we've got some good news for you. The popular brand just dropped tons of new designs and silhouettes for Fall, and they're so good, it will be hard to choose just one. From its signature printed bags to carryall totes for every day and fun backpacks, there is something for every occasion.
To make sure you find your match, we did the hard for your. Ahead we curated a list of its best picks of the season, so all you have to do is add your favorites to your shopping cart. Keep reading to shop them all.
Get Ready: These Are the 61 Cozy and Chic Sweaters You'll Want to Live in All Fall
Sweater season, we are so ready for you. To be honest, it's going to be nearly impossible to choose from all the designs. We created your ultimate guide to the very best Fall sweaters out there in a variety of price points and styles. You might want a Free People colorful design or an H&M bargain - if you're truly committed, you'll get both. Let's get shopping!
The 14 Highest-Rated Dresses From Nordstrom Are Beyond Dreamy and So Wearable
When I was a kid, my mom would always jokingly call Nordstrom "the mothership." It was the queen of all department stores, and we could wander around in there for hours. It was fun to aimlessly sift through racks in the departments and try on a million different things in the fitting room. Now, we can make more informed choices thanks to the internet. Nordstrom's customers leave thousands of reviews on products so we can all know what's worth our money. You can even arrange the site from highest to lowest rated, making us all major shopping experts.
If you're on the hunt for a dress that is stylish and well-made and fits well, you've come to the right place. I curated a guide of the top-rated dresses Nordstrom has to offer online. Seriously, I love its selection of unique options made with quality fabrics. Prepare yourself - the site just dropped a ton of new designs to choose from. For the Fall and Winter, the department store has really impressed me with a variety of playful prints, whimsical details, and flattering silhouettes. Check out my favorite picks, and buy one for yourself before they disappear. They always go fast.
mercredi 18 septembre 2019
These Cats Cosplayed as Jon Snow, Spider-Man, and Bob Ross - and They're Such Good Models!
If you needed a reason to smile today, then this Instagram dedicated to cats dressed as different TV, movie, and video game characters is definitely it. Cat Cosplay features three trained cats - Fawkes (a black and white tuxedo cat), Pike (a calico tabby), and the late Nak (a tortoiseshell dark calico) - who let their owner Freyu dress them in all sorts of elaborate costumes, including Bob Ross, Deadpool, Detective Pikachu, Jon Snow, and Spider-Man, just to name a few. So cute!
Freyu and his wife, who are based in the Seattle area, have spent over four years running their Cat Cosplay account. "We've been working at Renaissance Faires since 2010 with our cat, Nak," Freyu told POPSUGAR via email. "She would ride on my shoulder in costume and we would busk for shows and take pictures with patrons. Then we started doing sports-related events and photos which were so well received locally that we decided to do a Halloween costume one year, and that took off online."
A standard photo shoot only takes about 10 or 15 minutes for the sake of the cats, but designing their costumes can take anywhere from two to 50 hours of work. Still, Freyu says it's definitely worth it to see how happy the cat photos make everyone. "We started the Cat Cosplay accounts with the mission to simply bring people a smile every day, and through 4+ years, I think we're still accomplishing that!" Freyu said. "What I didn't expect was it to blow up into a second job . . . It's been a weird, surreal experience." Keep scrolling to see some of Cat Cosplay's cutest costumes, and prepare to smile!
These Cats Cosplayed as Jon Snow, Spider-Man, and Bob Ross - and They're Such Good Models!
If you needed a reason to smile today, then this Instagram dedicated to cats dressed as different TV, movie, and video game characters is definitely it. Cat Cosplay features three trained cats - Fawkes (a black and white tuxedo cat), Pike (a calico tabby), and the late Nak (a tortoiseshell dark calico) - who let their owner Freyu dress them in all sorts of elaborate costumes, including Bob Ross, Deadpool, Detective Pikachu, Jon Snow, and Spider-Man, just to name a few. So cute!
Freyu and his wife, who are based in the Seattle area, have spent over four years running their Cat Cosplay account. "We've been working at Renaissance Faires since 2010 with our cat, Nak," Freyu told POPSUGAR via email. "She would ride on my shoulder in costume and we would busk for shows and take pictures with patrons. Then we started doing sports-related events and photos which were so well received locally that we decided to do a Halloween costume one year, and that took off online."
A standard photo shoot only takes about 10 or 15 minutes for the sake of the cats, but designing their costumes can take anywhere from two to 50 hours of work. Still, Freyu says it's definitely worth it to see how happy the cat photos make everyone. "We started the Cat Cosplay accounts with the mission to simply bring people a smile every day, and through 4+ years, I think we're still accomplishing that!" Freyu said. "What I didn't expect was it to blow up into a second job . . . It's been a weird, surreal experience." Keep scrolling to see some of Cat Cosplay's cutest costumes, and prepare to smile!
Billie Eilish Opened Up About Why She Wears Baggy Clothes - "Nobody Can Have an Opinion"
Billie Eilish has had to put up with more than a few comments about her baggy clothes over the years, namely from Internet trolls who think she should show off more of body, and she's fed up. "'If only I dressed normal, I'd be so much hotter.' Yeah, yeah, come up with a better comment. I'm tired of that one," Billie said in an Instagram post on Monday. In a Calvin Klein ad released in May, the 17-year-old singer revealed that her baggy clothes and unique style are a deliberate choice to avoid being sexualized. "I never want the world to know everything about me," Billie said.
"Nobody can have an opinion because they haven't seen what's underneath."
If you're a woman in today's world, chances are you know exactly what it's like to have others determine your worth based on your body image, and it sucks. It's a universal experience. As someone who's struggled with my perception of my own body, I know that hearing others' opinions of your body can be a real mind game, even more so if you're frequently in the public eye.
"It makes me mad. I have to wear a big shirt for you not to feel uncomfortable about my boobs," Billie added in a recent interview with Elle. "I'm gonna be a woman. I wanna show my body. What if I wanna make a video where I wanna look desirable?" Billie said, referring to the fact that she'll be 18 soon. "I know people will say, 'I've lost all respect for her.'"
"That's why I wear big, baggy clothes," Billie added. "Nobody can have an opinion because they haven't seen what's underneath. Nobody can be like, 'She's slim-thick,' 'She's not slim-thick,' 'She's got a flat ass,' 'She's got a fat ass.' No one can say any of that because they don't know." Billie's decision to dress in oversize clothing seems like an effective way to avoid the criticism of her body image overshadowing her actual musical talent. In several ways, however, her decision to dress in baggy clothes doesn't feel like much of a decision at all when the alternative is to have her body scrutinized by the public.
While it's heartbreaking to know that such a young artist feels the need to hide her body completely to avoid being judged, Billie's admission in the "I Speak My Truth In #MyCalvins" ad has sparked overwhelming discussion and support among her fans. "When Billie Eilish said, 'I wear baggy clothes so people don't have to know what's underneath, they can't judge,' I felt that," wrote one fan on Twitter. See more reactions to Billie's comment ahead.
The Mini Bag Is the Season's Biggest Outfit-Maker
Though small, the coveted mini bag packs a mighty punch when it comes to street style. Our favorite bloggers are carrying the trend everywhere, proving that good things do indeed come in small packages. The down-sized bag is ideal for a variety of reasons, but the major key is that it will nix all those unnecessary items you tote around daily. Not only will you be forced to exclusively pack what is actually needed for the day (a pen, your wallet, a single piece of gum), you'll make a standout statement while you're at it.
These 12 mini bags are all you're going to want to carry around this Fall. They're adorable, and kind of practical, because they force you to really whittle down what you need to be toting around. Once you go mini, you'll wonder what you were doing before. It's easy, convenient, and oh-so-cute. You've got to shop our picks before they're sold out!
- Additional reporting by Ashley Cooke
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Ready to Redecorate? These 51 Stylish Decor Pieces All Cost $50 or Less
Sprucing up your home doesn't always have to mean overspending on new furniture or an entire remodel. This season, one easy way you can make any room feel like new is by adding stylish decor pieces. Whether you add a pillow to your sofa or a few new plants, these pieces are all the refresh you need. We went on a mission to save you money and uncovered 51 chic picks that cost less than $50, so you can feel good about getting more than one thing. Take a look at our favorites ahead.
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