Style, Beauty, and Fashion | for Real People
The 2000s were a time of iconic fashion discovery when people went above and beyond for the sake of style. So many Y2K styles have crept their way back into modern day trends, from low rise jeans to butterfly clips, and baby tees. However, as cute as some of these are, some trends are best left in the 2000s. You'll know what we mean when you see them! 1. Chunky Highlights Chunky highlights ...
What if avoiding alcohol didn't imply sacrificing enjoyment, taste, or experience? By 2025, the buzz-free movement will have evolved into a way of life rather than just a fad. Whether you want to mix in a few evenings off, are sober-curious, or are completely alcohol-free, mocktails are making a big splash in innovative ways. The days of merely having soda with lime are long gone. The vivid, ...
Alcohol has played a long-standing role in American culture, from colonial taverns to modern bars. Spirits, from whiskey to beer and wine, are an American tradition. But many people in the country, for various reasons, are now looking for zero-proof options during Happy Hour. Bars and Restaurants Are Getting Involved Bars and restaurants aren’t just sitting on their laurels. ...
Designer bags are trending hard in 2025, with vintage pieces taking the accessory scene by storm. Fashionistas of this decade know that Y2K is the new black, taking inspiration from 1990s and 2000s fashion, from hairstyles and makeup to outfit accessory essentials. Designer bags stay the apple of every fashionista's eye, but finely aged pieces especially have people on their toes. The question ...
Athletic apparel is known for chasing hype—limited drops, influencer tie-ins, and bold claims about comfort. But one billion-dollar brand just did the opposite. Instead of launching something flashy, it quietly fixed the one issue customers had been complaining about for over a decade. While most companies treat online feedback as noise, this one took it seriously, investing 18 months in a ...
Gen Z, those bold, post-’97 babies, are not just chronically online, deeply opinionated, and fluent in memes. They’re also rewriting the rules of self-expression. For this generation, fashion isn’t just about what you wear; it’s about who you are, what you stand for, and how you flex it on TikTok. Born into a world of economic chaos and unlimited Wi-Fi, the zoomers, as they are affectionately ...
There’s a common belief that big-box retailers like Walmart and Target are immune to global trade shifts, that low prices are a given, no matter what. But tariffs don’t just impact factories, they ripple through the entire supply chain. One key supplier in China has already slashed production by up to 70% and laid off a third of its workforce. Even with a recent tariff drop from 145% to ...
When Donald Trump announced his proposed tariffs in early April, they were wide-ranging and affected most countries worldwide. While the United States President temporarily paused those tariffs, they are still expected to return and impact the prices of many products Americans buy. The clothing market could be hit especially hard, as many producers have factories in Asia. Rising retail prices ...
