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Restricting Beauty Salon Treatments Reeks Of Sexism

It was an exciting moment when the British government declared that on Saturday 4th July, hairdressers, barbers, pubs and restaurants were permitted to open their doors for the first time since lockdown measures saw them close in March. We could finally tend to our roots and split ends, and – […]

Flame Print Is 2020’s Most Popular (& Relevant) Trend

Flame Print Is 2020’s Most Popular (& Relevant) Trend

As I write this, a petition is gaining traction, one that calls for Columbus — Ohio’s capital city named after Christopher Columbus — to be renamed “Flavortown” after bleached and beloved restaurateur and Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives host Guy Fieri. “Cheflebrity Guy Fieri was born in Columbus, so naming the […]

You’ll Be Mad You’re Not Competing In This Sims Reality TV Show

You’ll Be Mad You’re Not Competing In This Sims Reality TV Show

March’s sweeping shelter-in-place order triggered a spike in video game downloads and purchases. From Animal Crossing to Fortnite, we gave ourselves makeovers, got married, graduated, and forged all kinds of connections in video games this past spring. To no surprise, The Sims’ perfect blend of nostalgia and world-building offered a […]

Simone Biles Speaks Candidly About Larry Nassar’s Abuse in Vogue

Simone Biles Speaks Candidly About Larry Nassar’s Abuse in Vogue

Mandatory Credit: Photo by Ulrik Pedersen/CSM/Shutterstock (10443091ap) Simone Biles of United States of America competing in balance beam for women during the 49th FIG Artistic Gymnastics World Championships at the Hanns Martin Schleyer Halle in Stuttgart, Germany Day 10 – 49th FIG Artistic Gymnastics World Championships, Stuttgart, USA – 13 […]

Fenty’s Latest Drop Has ‘00s Going-Out Tops, Belly Chains & Anklets

Fenty’s Latest Drop Has ‘00s Going-Out Tops, Belly Chains & Anklets

At the beginning of June, Rihanna launched the first of three Fenty drops for the LVMH-backed luxury brand’s 6-20 collection. The series, according to a press release, was designed to celebrate the “free spirit and curious nature of youth,” with each drop symbolising a different aspect of today’s culture. Drop […]

Mercury Retrograde Is Over — But Retroshade Is Here

Mercury Retrograde Is Over — But Retroshade Is Here

The second Mercury retrograde of 2020 comes to a close on 12th July — phew. And the next one doesn’t start until 13th October. While having a break from the miscommunications and travel mishaps, and other mayhem a Mercury retrograde can bring is surely a relief, astrologers are warning that it’s […]

Technically, Characters In Stateless Are Only Inspired By Real People

Technically, Characters In Stateless Are Only Inspired By Real People

A German flight attendant, an Afghan father, a security guard, and a bureaucrat all cross paths at an Australian immigration detention centre in Stateless, which premiered on Netflix July 8. The Australian series focuses on the horrors that can occur for refugees, for immigrants, and in detention centres. While the […]

For Lebanese Fashion Designers, Couture Must Go On

For Lebanese Fashion Designers, Couture Must Go On

Following the COVID-19 outbreak, fashion has been hit hard. From factories forcing to close due to stay-at-home orders and brands shutting their doors for good to fashion weeks being cancelled, the pandemic has left the industry struggling. The impact is still apparent months later during an event like Haute Couture […]