Tag: style

The Fashionably Powerful of the Qing Dynasty

Robert Browning’s poem, ‘Andrea Del Sarto,’ is written as a monologue from the eponymous Italian painter’s perspective—who critiques the inaccuracies of Michelangelo’s work. Del Sarto says the arm is too muscular and the wrong shape, but he’s nonetheless gripped by the passion of its subject (“Ay! But the soul!”). The poem conveys the idea that…


Pink Takes Its (Rightful) Place

There was a time not terribly long ago when winemakers had a deep, dark secret: The wines they were drinking were made just for themselves. One man, who had made some pretty beefy and concentrated red wines, told me in 2007 that he made a light rose just for himself. He laughed and called it…


It’s Only Too Late If You Don’t Start Now

I love to knit. That is not to say that I am a fast knitter or even that good at it. Mostly, I make things that turn out marginally, then I tear them up and start over on something else. But here’s the funny thing: It’s not the finished product that I find so enjoyable….


How to Get Clear Skin + Healthy Hair: Briogeo Organic & Vegan Products For ALL Hair Types

I think we’ve all experienced the feels of flaky scalp, dandruff, or split ends right?! Today’s video is all about hair care, sprinkled with some skincare tips! Like our skin, our scalp can be dry and dehydrated and get irritated. We’ll be taking a deeper look at how shampoos and conditioners really work on our…


Click and Drive: Buy Your Next Car Online

At this point, it’s safe to say you can buy and have delivered pretty much anything online—including a haircut. In addition to access to an incredibly vast knowledge base, the internet has forever changed our lives by providing instant connections to individuals and groups around the world. As just one example, it has become increasingly…


Dive Watches: On Time in the Board Room or Beneath the Waves

The Iconic Dive Watch Rolex Submariner Date $10,600 Introduced in 1953 and worn by James Bond in four movies, including “Dr. No” and “Thunderball,” the distinctive unidirectional elapsed time bezel and bracelet make this perhaps the most recognizable and imitated dive watch. It is available in stainless steel, two-tone stainless steel and gold, as well…


Has Big Tech Been Censoring China Sensitive Topics?

Alleged big tech censorship of faith-based groups and critics of the Chinese Communist Party could be hindering the ability of e-commerce enterprises to function after two Australian women found their Facebook and Instagram business pages temporarily blocked. Ariel Tian, a young jewellery designer with a growing celebrity clientele, who is also a religious refugee from…


When It Comes to Storing Bananas, Don’t Believe Old Wives’ Tales

For years, I believed an old wives’ tale that bananas will turn black and spoil almost instantly if you put them in the refrigerator. In fact, I even passed this notion on to you. Whoops! Hearing from reader Lin made me reconsider, test, and now, recant. Lin is right. I was wrong! Bananas In The…


14 Surprising Ways a Bar of Soap Can Make Your Life Easier

If you’re a fan of liquid soap for hand-washing and prefer to use body wash in the tub and shower, bars of soap may seem quite old-fashioned. You may be surprised to learn that good old bar soap still has a valuable place in an active household! Bar soaps—any scent, and even those little bars…


Cheap Source for Quality LED Lightbulbs and More Great Reader Tips

Not all companies are starving for business these days. If my mailbag is a good indicator, businesses that offer any kind of repair do better during economically turbulent times. Makes sense. After all, it doesn’t require a Mensa membership to know that it is often cheaper to repair than to replace. And how about those…