s Welcome to Culture Curve—your go-to guide to what’s on the rise and slide in culture in October 2020. This month, we take a look at the sun-filled future of city restaurant culture as local governments and councils drop plans for a season of outdoor dining. We chart the verve for astrology in 2020, and check-in on deadstock—a sustainable fashion concept that's been gathering speed throughout the year. We're also welcoming a fresh new spin on body positivity, opening our eyes and ears to the hidden limits of our understanding of diversity, and examining what university life might look like in the not too distant future. Here’s what’s on the rise, and on the slide this month. Al Fresco Cities Social Justice Astrology The Deadstock...
Camisoles are one of the best wardrobe essentials for women over 40 and in this article we will show you some of the best camisoles as reviewed by readers, as well as some of my own favorites. The benefits of camisoles The benefits of wearing a camisole are plentiful: They can create a flattering layer underneath tops; they help with tops that are too low-cut; they can create a smoother line underneath clothing by camouflaging bra straps, and minimizing any bumps or bulges and can help camouflage your belly; and if you select a cami with slimming features, it can be a functional piece of shape wear to whittle a bit off of your middle too. You can wear as underwear,...
Suit vests on women are super sexy and stylish. There, I said it! I recently started re-watching the 90s sitcom Just Shoot Me during our quarantine, and I was blown away by Nina’s style. Now, that’s the point-she’s the fashion editor of a magazine. But, more importantly, though it was the style of the 90’s, there were many looks she wore that are still relevant and stylish for today’s fashion world. One of the pieces that stood out was the fitted suit vest. She wore them frequently. Well, I was all about wearing these when I was in school, and I’ve recently taken mine out of the closet and began giving them a go again. Suit vests (also known as...
When it’s time to buy Christmas gifts, it’s absolutely normal to feel like you’re under pressure — especially when it’s a gift for her, the special lady in your life. The holidays are coming up fast, and that means it’s time to find the best gifts for her. Now, don’t get nervous — there are plenty of options out there and plenty of smart gift ideas for every type of woman. First thing’s first — you’ll want to ask yourself what the nature of your relationship is, what type of woman the gift-ee is, and what you’re willing to spend. After answers to those three questions, you’ll at least have gotten closer to a great gift. Whether the present is...
Our kids are our future…let’s get them moving again! Everything about this year has been one big question mark which is especially hard when you’re a parent, and extremely confusing when you’re a kid. My kids never know what the day is going to be like. Is this an in-school day where I’ll have to wear my mask for seven hours straight or is this an at-home learning day where I have to sit all day looking at my computer? I’m not going to lie. In the past seven months, my kids have been doing a lot of sitting around. With sports activities cancelled, quarantining inside, and now a hybrid online school in front of a computer screen… It is...
