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6 Beauty Hacks That Will Cut Time in Your Morning Routine

By Delaney Abroe / Health & Beauty, Life & Culture

Many of us are guilty of hitting the snooze button on our alarms and sleeping in until the very last minute. If I don’t absolutely have to get up and start moving, then I’m not getting out of bed. But enjoying those extra minutes of beauty sleep means sacrificing some getting-ready time. To maximize that beauty sleep and still look amazing and feel stress-free in the morning, try these simple beauty hacks. Here are six hacks to help cut down time in your morning routine: 1. Plan ahead The quickest way to cut back on a huge chunk of time is to plan your outfit the night before. This saves you the stress of scrambling to find an outfit and settling on […]

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5 Gifts Your Bridesmaids Will Actually Love

By Delaney Abroe / Life & Culture

Your “Bride Tribe” has been there for you through it all. Not only as a part of your wedding party, but as a friend and confidant over the years. There’s no better way to show your gal pals you appreciate them than by showering them with thoughtful gifts to say thanks for dealing with any of your bridezilla moments that may have occurred along the way. And most importantly, it’s a good way to say thanks for standing beside you while you recite your vows. Here are five gifts to thank your bridesmaids for helping you tie the knot: 1. Robes A robe is perfect to wear while prepping and pampering on the big day and beyond. Not only do they look

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When You Shop The Little Market You Empower Women Worldwide

By Delaney Abroe / Purpose

The Little Market is an online fair trade shop founded by fashion designer and former reality TV star, Lauren Conrad, and her friend, Hannah Skvarla. Customers can purchase unique, one-of-a-kind pieces handmade by artisans around the world. The concept of The Little Market began with a friendship. In 2006, Conrad and Skvarla met while studying at the Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising (FIDM) and quickly connected over their shared love of design, travel, and desire to empower women. The two decided to set out on the road where they explored the local markets of Bali and El Salvador and immediately became inspired. They met and were in awe of the hard-working women who were creating beautiful products–products they loved and knew their

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Bombas: A Successful Business That Is Helping the Homeless

By Delaney Abroe / Purpose

The majority of us can walk into a store on any given day, pick up a pair of socks, throw it in the cart, and carry on with our day. Socks are nothing more than an afterthought for most; that’s why it is so shocking to learn that for some they are considered a luxury. After coming across a quote on Facebook that said socks are the number one most requested clothing item in homeless shelters, David Heath and Randy Goldberg knew they had to do something. The two decided to start a sock company called Bombas with the mission to donate one pair of socks to those in need for every pair of socks sold. The word Bombas is derived from

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Some of the Most Popular Ways to Exercise Right Now

By Delaney Abroe / Health & Beauty, Life & Culture

When an exercise is difficult and unenjoyable, you’ll find any excuse not to do it. You’ll moan and groan and decide to skip out on your workout tonight…and tomorrow…and then the next day. When it is fun, you’re not only happier, but you’re more likely to stick with a routine. Take some time to explore what works best for you. Part of that enjoyment comes from feeling confident and comfortable in your gear. When your clothes fit well, support your movements, and keep you cool and dry, they become a positive part of your workout experience rather than something that holds you back. That’s where Built for Athletes comes in. Their training apparel is specifically designed to make every exercise, whether tough

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