In the world of fashion, where trends can be as fleeting as a viral TikTok dance, one brand has stood out for its meteoric rise: SHEIN. With its ingenious digital marketing strategy, innovative business model, and partnerships with charismatic social media influencers, SHEIN has managed to become the largest fast fashion company globally, boasting a …
NO! Halara is fast fashion. As a matter of fact, I’d go so far to say Halara is Shein’s younger “Mean Girl” sibling. Halara is definitely more expensive than Shein – probably priced so you don’t think it’s fast fashion – but it is what it is. Halara, like Shein, grew thanks to its popularity on …
Is the Gentrification of Thrifting Bad? There’s a big debate these days about whether or not the popularity or “gentrification” of thrifting is bad. Many people on social media and even in the media have three basic criticisms for influencers who are thrifting: Thrifters Can Be Shamed If They Are Not Low-Income “With an increase …
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Thrifting in Los Angeles is an adventure waiting to happen. Each neighborhood offers a unique shopping experience, from trendy vintage finds in Silver Lake to high-end consignment treasures in West Hollywood. Whether you’re a seasoned thrifter or a curious beginner, this guide will take you through the best spots in different areas of LA, helping …
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There’s no denying that The Summer I Turned Pretty has become the blueprint for dreamy, nostalgic, coastal summer style. From Belly’s effortless sundresses to Conrad’s worn-in tees and Steven’s linen button-downs, the show serves as a major summer fashion inspo that has fans (myself included) searching for lookalikes everywhere from TikTok to Pinterest. But here’s …
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No, they are not sustainable. The brand mass produces cheaper clothing for men, women and children. Most of Old Navy’s clothes are low-priced with basic tees starting from $8 – $12 and their jeans ranging from $30-$50. Old Navy has been spotlighting their sustainable goals on a great looking webpage saying “Smile, we’re going greener”. They …
I recently went to Nashville for my cousin’s wedding and let me tell you, there are photo opportunities at every corner you turn. I am continuing my “Places to Take Photos in….” series. My last blog past was “Best Places to Take Photos in Miami” . This next blog takes place in Nashville. I don’t …
Welcome to my new blog series on Great Places To Shoot Content in Different Cities. And I don’t mean the obvious places, that attract every tourist on the planet. I knew I was going to Miami so I googled, “cool places to take photos in Miami” and the most basic, boring locations came up. For …
Last week, while Milan Fashion Week was all about the runway, something way more important was happening behind the scenes. The UN Alliance for Sustainable Fashion hosted their Towards Sustainable Fashion: Chemicals, Impact & Solutions event at 10 Corso Como. Timed perfectly with Fashion Week but carrying a very different kind of runway message. Instead …
Did you know that was a thing? If you didn’t before, you do now. You can second hand shop on Amazon. How? Instead of searching for items in All Departments, search for products in Amazon Warehouse like you see below at the top of the Amazon website. Amazon Warehouse Deals is a part of Amazon …
DEPOP is my pride and joy. The love of my life. My everything. I always find the coolest, most unique pieces on DEPOP. Things that you wouldn’t see many other people have. DEPOP is a thrifting app, so if you’re not in the mood to go to a thrift store or if you’re just staying …
Due to the global pandemic, we’ve been through a lot this past year and it’s not over yet. Thankfully, we are starting to get vaccines, things are opening up, and we can see a dim light starting to shine at the end of this long dark ass tunnel we’ve been in. Through all the loss, …
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Recycling Awareness Week is the perfect time to tackle that overflowing closet while making money and helping the planet! Why Your Closet Matters This Week Right now, your closet probably holds around 81 pounds of clothes you’ll never wear again. That’s the average for every American! Instead of letting them collect dust (or worse, throwing …
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They’re putting in the effort, no doubt, but there’s MUCH room for improvement. So short answer – no! But let me dive into the important details. How Uniqlo Started? Uniqlo was founded in 1949 in Hiroshima, Japan, and in recent years has evolved into a global brand. The company is renowned for its commitment to high-quality, …
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Is Free People Sustainable? Free People is not sustainable, which is shocking given the price tag attached to most of its items. Just browsing through the website, many of its dresses are over $100, most tops are anywhere from $38 to over $100 and most pants are close to or over $100. Typically a dead …
What are the Health Risks of Formaldehyde? According to the EPA these are the health concerns:
Respiratory Issues: Acute exposure can cause respiratory symptoms, eye, nose, and throat irritation. Chronic inhalation may lead to more severe respiratory problems.
Skin Reactions: Direct contact can result in skin irritation and allergic reactions.
Cancer Risk: Both human and animal studies have linked formaldehyde exposure to an increased risk of cancers, particularly lung and nasopharyngeal cancer. The EPA classifies it as a probable human carcinogen.
Reproductive Issues: Formaldehyde exposure has been linked to reproductive and developmental health concerns, particularly in women. Studies have observed an increased incidence of menstrual disorders in female workers handling urea-formaldehyde resins. However, it’s important to note that these studies did not fully account for other possible influencing factors. Additionally, research involving hospital equipment sterilizing workers found no direct association between formaldehyde exposure and an increased rate of spontaneous abortions. Animal studies have not shown developmental effects like birth defects due to formaldehyde exposure.