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The Y2K aesthetic is alive and well. From butterfly tops and cargo pants (if cargo skirts are more your style), to bubble hems and charm necklaces, there are countless trends last seen two decades ago that will make a comeback in 2024. Luckily, Gigi Hadid is here to remind us.The 1995-born supermodel was feeling nostalgic for the 2000s while getting ready for the world premiere of Deadpool & Wolverine last night. [Monday 22 July] Gigi’s Miu Miu ensemble on the red carpet in New York City seemed to combine every Y2K-related trend into one outfit.We’re talking a head-turning, vibrant banana…

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Shitpost-style tattoos are the latest trend, born out of a chronically digital upbringing that has given Gen Z a meta-ironic internet persona and an absurdist, self-referential style of humor. “Sex is great, but Fortnite is awesome” may be a funny meme, but would you want that permanently inked on your skin? For some, the answer is a resounding yes. Despite growing up on Kim Kardashian’s warning, “I don’t put bumper stickers on my Bentley,” Gen Z is one of the most tattooed generations. And unlike the earnest, symbolic designs favored by millennials (think infinity signs, flower pots, love hearts), they’re…

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Less than 24 hours after Vice President Kamala Harris announced she would run for president following Joe Biden’s withdrawal from the race, queer people flooded the internet with zany videos and memes about her candidacy.A supercut of Harris laughing to songs from Charli XCX’s album “Brat” quickly went viral, garnering more than 1.3 million views. Within hours of the announcement, photos and videos circulated of a group of men at Fire Island Pines, a queer-friendly beach on New York’s Long Island, wearing cropped “Brat” T-shirts in the color of Charli XCX’s album, lime green, with “Kamala” emblazoned across the front…

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The city of Ames is investing in an urban forest, thanks to a nearly $1 million grant from the federal government.Ames City Forester Gabriel Edwards said the U.S. Forest Service grant of $810,500 will be allocated over five years and will be used for a variety of urban forestry projects, including planting new trees and removing ash trees infected with the emerald ash borer. The city also plans to use the funds for tree pruning, invasive plant removal and installing gravel-bed nurseries for young trees.”We are incredibly grateful to receive this significant award from the USDA Forest Service,” Edwards said.…

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I’ve never had bangs (nor have I ever wanted to), but if there’s one person who’s convincing me to get bangs right now, it’s Daisy Edgar-Jones. Ever since her Wild West-inspired Who What Wear cover and Twisters press tour, I’ve been so obsessed with her bohemian bangs hairstyle that I’ve never once considered calling the salon and snipping some curtain fringe myself. Timeless and fuss-free, these effortless, breezy bangs might just be the chicest summer hair trend around right now.daisy edgar jones fringeFrom tousled bohemian looks to sleek bangs, Edgar-Jones recently showed off some amazingly stylish bangs styles, proving just…

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Urban Triage held its fourth annual Summer Kickback event on Saturday, July 20. Nearly 1,000 attendees gathered at Penn Park on Madison’s south side to enjoy free food, music, games, and check out select Black-owned businesses that set up shop. The annual event is completely free, as Urban Triage aims to create a safe and accessible space for families to enjoy without worrying about cost. “Kids are free to run around, celebrate and have fun without restrictions. They can run and go wherever they want,” said Brandi Grayson, founder and CEO of Urban Triage. “To be able to attend a…

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It’s always a good idea to save money, but even better to save it in plain sight. With this in mind, some fashion campaigns in recent years seem to have abandoned the setting, the story and the general creativity, settling for models sitting against a neutral background. A bit like LinkedIn portraits, where they have to look at the camera, with their arms folded and a smile. Ten years ago, branding (or as we might call it in Italian “homogenization of style”) affected brand logos, where fonts, accents and parts that were too complex for the masses to understand were…

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If you’re looking for a trendy new bag, you might find it in an unexpected place: United Airlines. One of the employees of the world’s third-largest airline recently launched an exciting, eco-friendly project: turning airline trash into functional fashion items. what’s happening? Safety regulations require airlines to carry life jackets for every passenger on every flight, and United Airlines says the vests last for eight to 10 years. Not having to use these life jackets is obviously a good thing for passengers and airlines, but it also means that most of them end up being thrown away: All 19,000 plastic…

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Quantum Witch is an upcoming retro pixel art game inspired by classics like Metroid, Castlevania and Link to the Past, with a focus on queer storylines and characters. What sets it apart from similar games is its Douglas Adams-esque humor and fourth wall breaking elements. In Quantum Witch, Wren’s tranquil life in her hometown of Hus is threatened with collapse when she becomes embroiled in a conflict between ancient gods and has to complete more fetch quests. In Hus, you can visit pools, trade in the town, plant a flower or two, and take precautions in the wilderness after dark.…

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Multi-purpose beauty products,Realizing the brand vision of masstige and prestigeLAS VEGAS , July 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Cosmoprof North America — Cohere Beauty, the leading full-service partner bringing luxury beauty, personal care and specialty brands to life through formula incubation and manufacturing processes, has announced Beauty Product Showcase 2.0. Cohere Beauty Product Showcase 2.0 Spanning multiple categories including skincare, haircare, fragrance and bodycare, this innovative showcase highlights Cohere Beauty’s versatility and extensive expertise in developing a wide range of premium masstige and prestige products. The showcase features body care products with the highest quality ingredients, unique textures and a healthy…

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