Beauty & Fashion
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Why Women Are Taxed More on Underwear Than Men
Unlike men’s tighty whities, women’s underwear has long been considered fashion, but does that mean women should pay more for their undergarments? Nevertheless, they do. Women pay a higher tariff rate on their undergarments than men do, which translates into higher…
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Costco Strikes It Big Again: Platinum Bars Hit Shelves After Gold’s Wild Success
Come for the hot dogs, leave with precious metals: Costco just introduced 1-ounce platinum bars following the massive success of its gold bars. With platinum prices up about 15% in the past year, smart shoppers are snagging these bars as…
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Is Costco Worth It for Singles and Couples?
Shopping at Costco and other warehouse stores often seems like it would be best for large families and businesses. A package of a dozen giant muffins calls for many mouths, or at least lots of freezer space. But there are…
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6 Old-School Companies That Are Suddenly Trendy Again
Who knows how and why things become trendy again, but certain brands seem to last forever. Sometimes those brands take a journey nobody saw coming, and wind up far trendier than they, or anyone else, ever expected them to be.…
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Here’s How Much Americans Spend Each Year on Cosmetic Procedures
Take one look at Instagram — is anybody au naturel anymore? Americans can’t seem to get enough of botox, fillers, lasers, and more. Cosmetic procedures are rising every year, with 24 percent of Americans admitting that they have had something…
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Shop With Pride: These 10 Denim Brands Are Made in America
As ubiquitous as denim is to America, it can be surprising to learn that the majority of the denim products we buy are actually made in other countries. But you can still support local talent by choosing to buy American-made…
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Is Poshmark Legit? Here’s How To Safely Use the Fashion Marketplace
In This Article: What Is Poshmark? How Does Poshmark Work? Buying on Poshmark Selling on Poshmark So Is Poshmark Legit? User Protections and Safety Measures Posh Protect Posh Authenticate Seller…
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Why Is Shein So Cheap — and Is It Ethical?
In This Article: What Is Shein? Why Is Shein So Cheap? Efficient Production Low Overhead Is Shein Ethical? Labor Conditions Environmental Degradation Offensive Designs The Bottom Line Frequently Asked Questions…
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10 Best ‘Beauty on a Budget’ Tips, According to Frugal Redditors
A third of Americans say that they regret overspending on beauty products, according to a recent LendingTree survey. Gen Zers and Millennials are particularly guilty of this, with 27% even…
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10 Best Trader Joe’s Gifts for the Holidays, According to Loyal Fans
When you think of holiday gifts, Trader Joe’s might not immediately come to mind. However, the affordable retailer’s selection of international delicacies, sinful sweets, and home goods makes for excellent…
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Crimes Against Fashion: The 1970s
During the 1970s, bell-bottoms, vests and smocks, sometimes accessorized with a choker and platforms, were the epitome of style. Today, Kodak snapshots tell a different story, eliciting a mix of…
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The Top 10 Cheapest Rolex Watches You Can Buy (Psst: They’re Still Wildly Expensive)
Owning a Rolex is synonymous with wealth, luxury, and class. So who wouldn’t want a piece of that on their wrist, right? To start, anyone who is vehemently against spending…
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Supergoop vs. Trader Joe’s Sunscreen: Which One Is Better?
Spend enough time in Trader Joe’s and you’re likely to see dispirited shoppers gaze longingly at the skincare shelf before walking away empty-handed. Love isn’t at the heart of their…
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13 Dead Fashion Brands We Miss
Fashion is notoriously fickle. Jordache jeans — called “one of the brands that defined the ’80s” by NPR, were found in the Rollback section of Walmart as recently as 2018…
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‘My Holy Grail’: 9 Trader Joe’s Skin Care Products That Actually Work, According to Superfans
When Trader Joe’s debuted its viral daily facial sunscreen last summer, consumers realized that the grocery store is a destination for cheap, high-quality skin care products. The viral sunscreen, which…
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Here’s Why You Should Always Buy Lab-Grown Diamonds
The diamond industry is a sordid business, one built on backbreaking child labor, bloody civil wars, and earth-warming greenhouse gasses. Given those thorny ethical issues, you’d think that lab-grown diamonds…
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The Most Regrettable Fashion Trends in History
Fashion fads come and go. It’s just that sometimes when they go, it feels like a weight has been lifted — unless they just won’t go, as in the case…
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Amazon Absurdity: Product Photos That’ll Have You Scratching Your Head (or Laughing It Off)
Do strangely photoshopped Amazon product images really bug the crap out of you? Because like these Redditors, who devoted a whole thread to complaining about it, we find it distracting.…
