Shopping for stylish and sustainable accessories can be daunting, but it doesn’t have to be. There are a variety of ethical brands that expert Victoria Gerrard, La Crosse resident, recommends that make high-quality handbags and other accessories that are both stylish and sustainable. Here are five of our favorite ethical fashion brands that make stylish and sustainable handbags and accessories. 1. Everlane Everlane is an online retailer focusing on ethically made clothing, shoes, bags, and accessories. Their handbags include crossbody bags, tote bags, backpacks, clutches, wallets, and more. Their products are crafted with durable materials like organic cotton, recycled polyester,…
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Victoria’s Secret has lots of gorgeous bras, lingerie, and underwear. That’s why every time there is a sale, we’re willing to get into a fight over that oh-so-pretty discounted lace bra. However, there are lots of questionable things for sale as well. It’s not the crazy tie-dyed pompom jacket or fuzzy shorts from the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show, but it’s equally strange merchandise. When you sell 290 bras and 300 pairs of panties, there are going to be a few eyebrow-raising pieces. (Related: 10 Affordable Places To Buy Underwear That Aren’t Victoria’s Secret) Here are 14 WTF things you can buy at Victoria’s Secret: 1.…
Even if you love to play around with different beauty and skincare products at home, there is something about treatments that can be intimating. You must choose the right one and place to get it done. Then there is the concern about how your sensitive skin will react. Out of all of the treatments, facials are near the bottom of the scale regarding how invasive and intense they are, but that doesn’t mean people aren’t nervous about booking one for the first time. If you’re considering trying a facial, we spoke with Lindsey Blondin, spa director and lead esthetician at George the salon Chicago, about…
There are two things parents can depend on as the world of technology continues to evolve. Your kids will spend more time online and the threats in the online space will get worse. The sad fact is that there are many predators and cyber criminals out there who may try to target your kids, and if you don’t teach your children about online safety, then you put your family in jeopardy. The good news is that there are many ways parents can teach their youngsters about responsibly searching and spending time on the web. Consider the advice below and put…
Wedding and engagement rings come in various styles. However, with so many products available in the market, it can be hard to choose the right wedding band. You then need to be sure what you are looking for and the best ring style to match your outfit and personality. This article will share tips and considerations for selecting the best engagement and wedding jewelry. 1. Choose a suitable metal The metal of your wedding jewelry is an essential factor to consider. Various metals are available, and the most popular include; rose gold, white gold, gold, and platinum. Additionally, every metal…
It’s the time of the year when you take your boots out of the closet to roam around. Especially wearing lug sole boots will be perfect for the season and they can aid in great comfort. Remember to consider the below-mentioned boots’ styles, since the lug sole boots can add an edgy look to your regular style and offer more functionality, and traction. Investing in ideal boots helps you avoid slips, and slides even if you walk in wet areas. If you are looking for stylish boots that keep you cozy during cold weather, the lug sole boots are the…
Rabbits are, contrary to what many people and indeed the media would have you believe, far from an ideal pet for a child and moreover require complex care and attention in order to keep them happy, safe and healthy. If you are wanting to form a closer connection with your rabbits, then all it takes is time and patience and if you continue reading, you will be able to take your bond with your bunnies to the next level. Let Them Come to You Many people who want to bond with their bunnies make the mistake of wanting to immediately…
The “bun drop” is an Instagram trend where people, usually women, stand facing away from the camera and untie their hair in slow motion. It is also known as “bun dropping” and is said to be mesmerizing. The term “bun drop” is also used to describe when a woman’s hair is styled in buns until the end of the night when it is released. We can always count on Instagram for some interesting beauty trends. Rainbow freckles, ribbon liner, and pumpkin spice hair are just a few of the wonderful things the social network has helped popularize. Now, they’re back at it again.…
Body marbling is a painting process similar to paper marbling, in which paint is floated on water and transferred to a person’s skin. It was created by the body painting company Black Light Visuals and has become popular as a festival beauty trend. It involves filling tubs with water and skin-safe acrylic paint, which is then transferred to the person’s skin. The technique uses hydrodynamics to create psychedelic patterns on the body. There are numerous amazing nail art ideas, but there is just something about water-marbling manicures that mesmerizes us. It has to do with the way all of the different…
Rainbow freckles are a creative way to express oneself through body art. They involve adding a splash of color to the face with pinks, purples, blues, yellows, whites, and gold. The trend has been popularized on Instagram and TikTok and can be achieved through temporary tattoos or makeup. Tutorials for rainbow freckles can be found on TikTok, YouTube, and Instagram. To get the look shown in these tutorials, you usually need matte lipstick, an eyeliner brush, and a setting spray. One thing that beauty lovers cannot get enough of is anything rainbow. Approximately 75 percent of our rainbow addiction comes…
Don’t worry if you’re uncreative with your hair—pretty strangers on YouTube have your back. There are thousands of tutorials out there, and I’ve seen most of them. Beauty gurus are a fascinating species who live on a planet where everything is quaint and gracious and accompanied by pleasant music, and I could (do) watch them talk about hairspray all day long. But if you have both hair needs and a life away from your computer, here are seven of the all-time best tutorials. 1. “Sock Bun Hair Tutorial” by Wendy’s Lookbook. Wendy teaches you how to make a prim and proper bun—without having to…
Five main massage techniques are used in Swedish Massage, a type of massage therapy. The five methods include: Let’s talk about these methods and examine their various uses for them. Effleurage Effleurage is a set of stroking motions used at the beginning of a Swedish massage. The French verb effleurage is to touch or skim lightly. This method involves using long, gliding, or circular massage strokes with changing degrees of pressure. Effleurage is used on a patient’s body to remove tension and loosen tight muscles. It is done to warm up the muscles at start, a massage therapy session and…











