There was a time when luxury fashion pieces were completely out of the price range of average everyday people. These expensive items were worn a few times by wealthy people and tucked away in the closet for years, but that is not the case anymore. Thanks to a variety of reasons, these items are no longer sitting in closets but are being sported by people who purchased them on the ...
9 Sun Safe Hairstyles for Black Women
After slogging through the long, tough winter months, people can’t wait to get outside in the spring and summer sunshine. Unfortunately, there is a downside to the warm weather, as those rays not only make it warm outside, but they can also cause severe damage to your hair. That risk to your hair can be reduced without sacrificing time outside. There are strategic ways to style your hair that ...
9 Eye-Catching Shoe Trends Turning Heads
Summertime means that plenty of people will be breaking out their newest pairs of footwear. The warm weather ensures that there will be plenty of variety in what people will be sporting, from sandals to sneakers to moccasins, creating a paradise for shoe lovers. One of the main places where people draw shoe wear inspiration from is Europe, as people look to the streets of Paris, Milan and ...
The ‘Eclectic Grandpa’ Style: Vintage Menswear Makes a Modern Comeback
One of the hottest current trends in menswear has guys reaching back in time to repurpose outfits from the past. Styles from the 1970s, 1980s, and 1990s are being seen all over the streets. There are several reasons why vintage wear is so popular right now, so let’s examine them. 1. New Outfit Pieces Can Be Very Expensive Do you want to stay on trend with the latest men’s ...
From Trump’s Tariffs to Triumph: These 9 Beauty Brands Are Breaking the Mold
There are numerous opportunities in the United States' beauty and personal care industry. It’s expected to generate more than $100 billion in revenue in 2025. By 2030, it is projected that revenue could grow to $120 billion. With that opportunity, there is also considerable competition as brands rush to fill the space, making it challenging to stand out. The brands listed here have ...
The Rise of Zero Proof Mixology
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. ...
From Tariffs to Thrift: How Trade Policies Are Driving the Second-Hand Fashion Boom
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 ...
Bottom of the Barrel: These Whiskeys Could Be Hit By Tariffs
While many great whiskeys are made in the United States, many other countries also bottle the popular spirit, and many of those countries will be hit hard by potential United States tariffs. Here are some of the most prominent examples. 1. Ardbeg - Scotland Ardbeg whisky is made in a small settlement in Scotland’s Inner Hebrides and is known for its high quality. In 2022, the ...