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Smith and Caughey’s on Queen Street in Auckland. Photo: RNZ/Malika Kabaji With New Zealanders turning away from high fashion when it’s time to refresh their wardrobes, Op Shop’s chic looks are likely to get a lot of attention this summer. Figures from Stats NZ show per capita retail sales have fallen over the past two-and-a-half years, leaving some clothing retailers in dire straits. New Zealand designer Kate Sylvester will close in 2025, Juliet Hogan will close her Ponsonby store and Smith & Coffees will close its Newmarket store and significantly scale back its CBD operations. At the same time, the…
For the past few weeks, people around the world have been thinking about which spooky character to dress up as for Halloween. But what if the scariest clothes you can wear are actually your own? By now, you probably don’t think there’s anything particularly scary about your outfit. There may be nothing wrong with your style, but the real horror story begins on a deeper level: the materials your clothes are made of. Less than 200 years after the first synthetic fibers were introduced, they are predicted to account for 73% of the world’s total textile production by 2030. Not…
Ripple CTO David Schwartz recently expressed his admiration for the growing trend of meme coins on the XRP Ledger (XRPL). Yesterday, the team behind the XRPL Meme Coin Drop (DROP) reached out to Mr. Schwartz and offered him a gift of DROP tokens as a token of appreciation for his contribution to the XRP Ledger blockchain. They requested his wallet address so they could send him DROP tokens. Notably, Ripple’s CTO responded by sharing wallet information and saying, “I like this trend.” end. I like this trend! — David “JoelKatz” Schwartz (@JoelKatz) October 30, 2024 According to a screenshot later…
When two false bomb alarms targeted an LGBTQ festival in Chisinau this month, organizer Angelica Frolov was left scrambling to find an alternative venue at the last minute.Days before a crucial election in which Moldova’s pro-EU President Maia Sandu seeks to win a second term, Frolov accused Russia of misinformation and accused Russia of using the LGBTQ community as “unwitting” pawns. He accused them of waging an “information war.””We are being used,” the 50-year-old activist told AFP. “Moldova’s homophobia is being exploited in this war.”Pro-Russian parties in the small country of 2.6 million people, which borders Ukraine, are using anti-LGBTQ…
When two false bomb alarms targeted an LGBTQ festival in Chisinau this month, organizer Angelica Frolov was left scrambling to find an alternative venue at the last minute.Days before a crucial election in which Moldova’s pro-EU President Maia Sandu seeks to win a second term, Frolov accused Russia of misinformation and accused Russia of using the LGBTQ community as “unwitting” pawns. He accused them of waging an “information war.””We are being used,” the 50-year-old activist told AFP. “Moldova’s homophobia is being exploited in this war.”Pro-Russian parties in the small country of 2.6 million people, which borders Ukraine, are using anti-LGBTQ…
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With 260,000 monthly Google searches for ‘damaged hair’ and ‘how to repair damaged hair’ combined, it’s clear that many Brits are facing hair care challenges as temperatures drop. To help, Karen Hicks, marketing manager at Capital Hair and Beauty, shares her top tips for preventing hair loss and breakage during the cold season. “The nights are getting longer, the temperatures are dropping, and winter is just around the corner. Despite all the joy and comfort this season brings, there’s no doubt that your hair needs some extra treatment this time of year.” During the cold season, dry outdoor air can…
As fashion looks back on this pivotal decade, Tasman-based author Sasha Sarago looks at how Australia responded to the waves of design talent, newcomers and a rapidly changing industry.The In Vogue: 90s series reminds viewers of the glamor and grandeur of a transformative decade in fashion. The series explores the rise of supermodels, designer powerhouses, and fashion’s global influence against the backdrop of New York, London, and Paris. However, Australia’s fashion scene was never mentioned, even though the country was enjoying remarkable international success at the time.The 1990s ushered in a golden age of fashion. Supermodels such as Linda Evangelista,…
From controversial columns to expert analysis, the best audio is delivered to your inbox every week.Sign up for our free weekly Voices newsletter for expert opinions and columnsSign up for our free weekly Voices newsletterRachel Reeves’ budget proposal provided some small benefits for Gen Z, including some relief for first-time buyers and a minimum wage hike, but it left me with burning questions. Why is there no help for renters?Especially when young people are clearly struggling. My “Pennies to Pounds” podcast gives listeners tips on how to spend their money wisely, and the biggest thing I’ve learned in return is…
The opinions expressed in this article are the author’s own and do not reflect the views of her campus. This article was written by a student writer from VCU’s Her Campus Chapter.Knee-high socks, riding boots, and layered tops fill the campus, along with yellowing and rotting leaves. As the weather changes, students reflect on what the 2010s were like, including the growing influence of media and iconic fall television. While these past trends have been modernized, I’ve noticed that much of student fall fashion is shaped by past trends created during the nostalgic decade of the 2010s. Much of the…