Category: News
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The power (or lack thereof) of the B Corp status
There is something magical that happened in my brain when I see that B Corp logo on a brand’s website. It ushered in a sense of relief and a belief that I was making my dollar matter. The B Corp logo was equivalent to adding a shining light or halo to indicate a character’s angelic…
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This Delta change scares me
I’m well aware of dynamic pricing. You know? How different sporting events for the same team will differ based on their opponents and seats in the stadium. Or how the room rate depends on when you book, overall vacancies, and the hotel’s projections on how popular a particular time period will be for travelers. But…
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For the sneaker lover and kid at heart
It’s here. As a self proclaimed kid at heart and sneaker lover, it’s here. The LEGO x Nike collab. The two powerhouse companies have come together to create sneaker inspired build sets. This first drop will feature a white and blue Dunk with the basketball on logos to complete the work of art. If you…
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Finally, this Shake Shack treat is going nationwide
After a very limited rollout of their Dubai chocolate shake, Shake Shack will now offer this new treat in U.S. stores nationwide. The shake is inspired by the viral bar from FIX Chocolatiers, based in Dubai. The flavor is a mixture of chocolate, pistachio, and crunchy phyllo dough strips. The shake will feature pistachio custard,…
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The world of Dior is about to change
Kim Jones is out. Maria Grazia Churi is out. Jonathan Anderson is in. If this were a soccer game, you would be left wondering when the next sub would enter the game. But now, clearly the leadership at Dior think that Anderson is the superstar player with the ability to control the field all by…
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Remember Book It?
I was an avid reader as a child. I like to think that it was because I enjoyed getting carried away into a new world, like in the series of books by Lloyd Alexander. Books like The First Two Lives of Lukas-Kasha and The Book of Three transported me into fantasy lands where I used…
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How much do you think Rhode’s lip treatments are worth?
$1 billion. That’s the answer. Or rather that is just how much E.l.f. Cosmetics just paid for Hailey Bieber’s Rhode Skin. In a deal that went through this week, E.l.f. put acquired the brand known for its peptide lip treatments and glazing milk, has captured hearts across social media. This comes after it was announced…
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People willingly bought dirty sneakers
Dirty, scuffed, destroyed. A sneakerhead’s worst nightmare, until Nike made it a dream. I bring to you the Dirty Triple White Air Force Lows. This pair of shoes is considered an homage to the life your sneakers typically lead, as they slowly take on wear as they take you through your life. They’re made with…
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What’s new at Balenciaga?
After Demna comes Pierpaolo. To be exact, Pierpaolo Piccioli, former creative director of Valentino has assumed the post at Balenciaga. And now I am so excited for the next fashion week. Under Demna’s leadership, Balenciaga became known for being avant-garde in some people’s telling. But in the eyes of others, it was cheap, money grabs,…
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Does Target regret any of this?
When the Trump administration entered office, they put in place several measures to discourage previous DEI initiatives. In no uncertain terms, it was clear that those organizations that continued to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion publicly would now have target on their backs. Perhaps Target took that too literally. Almost immediately, they rolled back all…
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