01 Jun, 2024

Kate Upton’s Workout Includes an Odd Strength Move Fans Dubbed “the Muscle Upton”

Image Source: Getty / Rob Tringali Basic fitness moves have generally agreed-upon names (think: squats, planks, push-ups). But as moves get more complex and creative, the names start getting more convoluted — and sometimes, don’t even exist. For example, celebrity trainer Ben Bruno, who comes up with his fair share of creative exercises, shared an […]

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What Do Long Denim Skirts Say About the Economy?

Photography courtesy of launchmetrics.com/spotlightIt’s complicated. By Annika Lautens Date March 27, 2023 Facebook Twitter Fashion trends are rarely accidental. Consider the popularity of Bridgerton and the rise of Regencycore, or people’s embrace of dopamine dressing after escaping the confines of COVID-related lockdowns. And the latest trend breaking the internet — the maxi denim skirt — […]

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Christina Applegate Reacts to Candace Owens’s “Horrifying” Ableist Comments on Twitter

Christina Applegate is leading with love. After conservative commentator Candace Owens criticized a Skims campaign for showing a model in a wheelchair, Applegate addressed some of the ableist commentary on Twitter, offering to educate Owens on the importance of accessibility. “Woke to see the most horrifying thing,” Applegate wrote on March 23. “This Candace person […]

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Succession Has Mastered the Art of Quiet Luxury

Photography courtesy of HBOThe fourth and final season of ‘Succession’ starts March 26. In anticipation, we’re diving deep into how the Roy family shows off its wealth. By Natalie Michie Date March 23, 2023 Facebook Twitter This article was originally published in December 2021 and has been updated.  Succession wants you to believe it’s not […]

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Why It’s So Essential to Talk About Periods

Mother Nature’s gift. Aunt Flo. That time of the month. It’s time to drop the euphemisms and talk plainly about one of the most important aspects of human health: menstruation. March marks Women’s History Month, and the fact of the matter is women’s health has been understudied and underrepresented in our history. For something that […]

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It Has Been a Big Week for Mascara

Photography Courtesy of launchmetrics.com/spotlightOoh-la-la lashes overload up ahead. By Lauren Knowles Date March 24, 2023 Facebook Twitter From new products launching daily to the fast-paced comings and goings of TikTok-led makeup trends, there’s always something going on in the beauty universe. The object of the cosmetic industry’s desire this week? Mascara. Three coming-soon mascaras have […]

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Jeremy Scott Designs Couture for Hyundai + More Fashion News

Photography courtesy of HyundaiIncluding Fashion Art Toronto’s return for spring. By Sarah Mariotti Date March 24, 2023 Facebook Twitter Jeremy Scott upcycles car parts for a Hyundai-branded couture collection Photography courtesy of Hyundai Former Moschino creative director Jeremy Scott is known for his cheeky, irreverent style, so it’s no surprise that his latest gig designing […]

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We Will Always Need More Disability-Inclusive Representation

Photography via facebook.com/SKIMSDisability advocates are speaking out against recent ableist comments made by political commentator Candace Owens. By Natalie Michie Date March 24, 2023 Facebook Twitter In light of her upcoming 30th birthday, Taylor Lindsay-Noel is trying to change her relationship with fashion. The Toronto-based content creator and business owner has been a wheelchair user for […]

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What’s the Orangetheory Infinity Workout? OTF Trainers Share All the Details

If you’re gearing up for Orangetheory’s DriTri, the twice-yearly workout that will challenge your strength, endurance, and stamina, then you might want to check out Orangetheory’s Infinity workout. The Infinity workout is basically a mini DriTri that gets you prepared for the bigger fitness challenge, and usually happens in OTF studios a few weeks before […]

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What Is Pelvic-Floor Therapy, and Does Everyone Need It Postpartum?

If you spend time on social media, there’s a good chance you’ve encountered the term pelvic-floor therapy, or pelvic-floor physical therapy. This specialized form of physical therapy has been growing in popularity over the years, especially in online parenting circles and on social platforms like TikTok and Instagram, with parents discussing their personal experiences with […]

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Colourful Hair Is the Ultimate Form of Self-Expression for This Astrologer

Photography courtesy of Maryaam Lewis-Herbert“Spiritually speaking, colours have their own energies and vibrations,” says 25-year-old astrologer Maryaam Lewis-Herbert, a.k.a. Shawtyherbs. “For example, my hair was pink last summer — a time when I needed to embrace more self-love.” By Maryaam Lewis-Herbert, as told to Natasha Boateng Date March 23, 2023 Facebook Twitter This is Texture […]

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