Kim Anderson, a senior VP at the cannabis-infused beverage company Cann, gets style inspiration from Tracee Ellis Ross and Solange. “Solange is always a little different,” Kim says. “I’ve definitely gotten comments like, ‘Only you could wear that.’ I don’t know if it’s meant as a compliment! But to me, that means you have the…
Read moreHaving a Bad Day? Here Are 11 Simple Reminders to Help You Feel Better
Editor’s Note: The end of summer can be an enjoyable time, but it can also be… exhausting. With a mix of regular social plans and back-to-school prep for many, there tends to be a lot going on. For anyone who’s feeling overwhelmed, we hope the reminders in this post, originally published in October of 2020,…
Read moreThe 11 Best Shoes for Summer If You Don’t Like Sandals
For the guy who doesn’t rock open-toe shoes regardless of season. On the hottest days of summer, the trick to dressing well isn’t about showing skin – it’s about being comfy. And while for lots of guys that’s the perfect excuse to get the flip flops out, there are just as many of us who…
Read moreWhat’s Something You Splurged on That Was Worth It?
Earlier this summer, Alex and I went to our friend’s fortieth birthday dinner… …and I swiped on a reddish-pink lip color that lasted ALL night. It lasted through the cab ride to the restaurant, through the Negronis that were handed to us right as we walked in the door, through the decadent bread basket, through…
Read moreDo You Parfait?
Next time you’re at home with some ice cream and pantry odds and ends, might I suggest that you take out a clear stemmed glass and assemble a Japanese parfait? A Japanese parfait is similar in spirit to an American sundae, but they can take on whatever personality you like — from refreshing combinations of…
Read more8 Beauty Product Samples That Convinced Our Team to Buy the Full Size
When it comes to beauty products, our team has collectively tried a lot over time. Some of the products with a level of effectiveness that surprised us most were the ones we got as samples first. We all tend to try so many of the samples that come complementary with our various beauty product orders,…
Read moreEyesore To Out Of Sight: 10 Ideas For Your Home’s Most-Challenging Ugly Spots
Smart ideas to handle weirdly-placed wall thermostats, nasty toilet brushes, and other common blights in your home. Despite our best efforts to make our homes comfortable, put-together, and stylish reflections of ourselves, there are places in our living spaces that are — for lack of a better phrase — downright ugly. What do you do…
Read moreHave You Ever Lived in a Studio Apartment?
My childhood friend from Michigan is excited to move to New York. Her rental budget can maaaaaaybe stretch to a one-bedroom place, but she will likely end up in a studio. “Will it feel claustrophobic?” she wondered. “Can I make it feel like a home?” So, I’m curious, have you ever lived in a studio?…
Read moreThis Creamy Corn Chowder Recipe Is Perfect for the End of Summer
Rarely will I pass on the opportunity to enjoy corn chowder during the months of August. Sweet corn is particularly good in this area. You can even find it at roadside stands for under a dollar per husk. This recipe from Half-Baked Harvest popped up on my Instagram feed (thanks for actually getting the algorithm…
Read moreWhat It’s Like to Parent in Taiwan
Writer and consultant Kathy Cheng lives with her four-year-old daughter in Taipei, Taiwan. Here, she talks about earthquakes, cram schools, and low-key evening massages with friends… On Lunar New Year Kathy’s background: Kathy was born in Taipei, but mostly grew up in Sydney, Australia. In 2014, she moved back to Taiwan for a relationship. “We…
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