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fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Beards may be dirtier than toilets but all men should grow one | Polly Hudson

The microbial population on skin varies by location and is influenced by factors such as temperature, pH, humidity and nutrient availability. Regular washing removes dirt, oils, allergens and dead skin, helping prevent microbial buildup.
Women
fromInsideHook
4 days ago

Take It From a Woman: The Hottest Thing You, a Man, Can Do Is Grill for Me

"I think it is sexy AF when I can see my man in front of a fire. The sweat is dripping off his brow, he has a beer in hand and tongs in the other..."
Cooking
fromWarpweftandway
5 days ago

Invitation to attend: "Discursive and Non-Discursive Reasoning in Chinese Philosophy," University of Zurich, 11-13 July 2025

This international workshop examines the understanding of reasoning in Chinese philosophy beyond formal logic, emphasizing cognition, intuition, and aesthetics as alternative modes of thought.
Philosophy
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Congrats to Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez on the wedding and to Venice for running them out of town | Emma Brockes

Bezos chose Sanchez, a former TV presenter and pilot, suggesting his preference may align with an emerging aesthetic among prominent figures rather than conventional beauty.
Silicon Valley real estate
#architecture
#web-design
Web design
fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago

The New Pope Just Made a Change I Never Thought I'd See

The design of the Vatican's official website remains shockingly outdated, resembling a relic from the 1990s.
fromCreative Bloq
1 week ago
Web design

I just went back to the '90s with the oldest websites STILL online (from Space Jam to, erm, Sporks)

Web design
fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago

The New Pope Just Made a Change I Never Thought I'd See

The design of the Vatican's official website remains shockingly outdated, resembling a relic from the 1990s.
fromCreative Bloq
1 week ago
Web design

I just went back to the '90s with the oldest websites STILL online (from Space Jam to, erm, Sporks)

#productivity
#home-improvement
#kitchen-organization
#user-experience
fromMedium
3 months ago
UX design

Design Chronicles #2: Pixel Pusher or Problem Solver ? The design dilemma you can't ignore

fromMedium
3 months ago
UX design

Design Chronicles #2: Pixel Pusher or Problem Solver ? The design dilemma you can't ignore

#design
fromItsnicethat
1 month ago
Women in technology

It's a (wo)man's game: Janet Delavan's Feminine American Pastime deconstructs gender-based activities

fromItsnicethat
1 month ago
Women in technology

It's a (wo)man's game: Janet Delavan's Feminine American Pastime deconstructs gender-based activities

#furniture-design
#laptop-design
fromwww.vice.com
1 year ago

'Bodies Like Greek Statues': Steroids Are Everywhere

Dr. Beng Eu pointed out that there has been 'more acceptance of steroid use in certain circles,' particularly driven by social media pressures surrounding physical images.
Social media marketing
#beauty-trends
Health
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

I am a tweakment holdout. When will wrinkles, bad teeth and big pores be back in fashion?

Salmon sperm-derived PDRN is gaining traction in the beauty industry for its wound-healing properties and skin enhancement benefits.
Fashion & style
fromBustle
1 month ago

Tightlining, "Doll" Lashes, & More Bold Summer Eye Makeup Trends

Bold eye makeup trends are replacing the 'clean girl aesthetic' with more expressive looks in 2025, highlighting eyes as the focal point.
Graphic design
fromFast Company
1 month ago

The Bible, redesigned for the Instagram age

The Bible is ripe for redesign to enhance its aesthetic appeal and readability.
Dylan Da Silva's Byble project aims to elevate the reading experience with beautiful craftsmanship.
fromZDNET
1 month ago

6 rumored Android 16 features I can't wait to try

With every Android upgrade, there are certain new features to get excited about. However, not every upgrade is created equal, which is important to consider when evaluating new features.
Gadgets
#skincare
Renovation
fromHomebuilding
2 months ago

How to design a boot room to deal with mud and soggy footwear in style

Boot rooms can be practical yet stylish spaces, offering storage solutions that meet various needs while enhancing home aesthetics.
#social-media
fromAnOther
3 months ago
Fashion & style

How Beautiful Homes Became the Ultimate Status Symbol for Women Online

Eileen Kelly's home renovation journey signifies a cultural exploration of aspiration and personal identity in the context of social media.
fromBustle
2 months ago
Mental health

Should You Get Botox?

Consider the societal pressures and personal desires before opting for Botox, weighing both pros and cons.
Fashion & style
fromAnOther
3 months ago

How Beautiful Homes Became the Ultimate Status Symbol for Women Online

Eileen Kelly's home renovation journey signifies a cultural exploration of aspiration and personal identity in the context of social media.
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

Why Japan Is So Difficult to Write About

Japan's cultural and aesthetic influence profoundly connects to identity, food, and global trends, shaping modern appreciation for beauty and cultural practices.
Food & drink
#kitchen-gadgets
fromIrish Independent
2 months ago

Minister Jack Chambers objected to 'monstrosity' Lidl development which included apartments

"Castleknock is one of the important historical places of Dublin 15 with a variety of listed buildings and it is recognised as an Architectural Conservation Area. This development would compromise and constrain the aesthetic and visual outlook of the village into the future."
London politics
#interior-design
Remodel
fromArchitectural Digest
4 months ago

Inside Lana Condor's Completely Transformed Dream Home

The renovation transformed the home with open spaces, a functional layout, and layered aesthetics that reflect inspiration from nature and personal history.
UX design
fromArchitectural Digest
3 months ago

How to Style Your Dream Bedroom

Personalized bedroom design allows for aesthetic expression and experimentation.
Modern bedrooms should emphasize functionality and clean aesthetics with thoughtful proportions.
Design
fromBusiness Insider
4 months ago

I'm an interior designer. These 5 things look great but are so impractical that I'd never put them in my own home.

Balancing aesthetics with practicality is crucial in interior design.
Remodel
fromArchitectural Digest
4 months ago

Inside Lana Condor's Completely Transformed Dream Home

The renovation transformed the home with open spaces, a functional layout, and layered aesthetics that reflect inspiration from nature and personal history.
UX design
fromArchitectural Digest
3 months ago

How to Style Your Dream Bedroom

Personalized bedroom design allows for aesthetic expression and experimentation.
Modern bedrooms should emphasize functionality and clean aesthetics with thoughtful proportions.
Design
fromBusiness Insider
4 months ago

I'm an interior designer. These 5 things look great but are so impractical that I'd never put them in my own home.

Balancing aesthetics with practicality is crucial in interior design.
fromstupidDOPE
3 months ago

SirDavis American Whisky Redefines Modern Luxury Through Design and Heritage | stupidDOPE

The visual presence of SirDavis American Whisky represents more than a drink; it’s a crafted experience that blends luxury with a deep-rooted personal narrative.
Food & drink
fromPolygon
3 months ago

Conan the Destroyer on Netflix is the perfect excuse to relive the golden age of Hollywood's heavy metal fantasy

There was a time, long ago, when fantasy movies didn't look like Peter Jackson's Lord of the Rings trilogy.
Independent films
fromPsychology Today
3 months ago

Greek and Roman Sculptures Were Perfumed

In ancient times, sculptures were not only painted, but also regularly perfumed, which created a multisensory experience, engaging more than just vision.
Arts
Arts
fromFast Company
3 months ago

Do animals make art? Exploring the blurred line between instinct and creativity

Satin bowerbirds' structures may challenge definitions of art, raising questions about animal creativity and the essence of artistic expression.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

What does Maga-land look like? Let me show you America's unbeautiful suburban sprawl | Alexander Hurst

Those who haven't anything in them to tell them what they like and what they don't...go Nazi, Thompson wrote.
Arts
#home-decor
Fashion & style
fromBuzzFeed
4 months ago

30 Beautiful Versions Of Mundane Products To Add Some Pizzazz To Your Life

Innovative home decor and organization solutions enhance aesthetics and functionality.
Fashion & style
fromBuzzFeed
4 months ago

30 Beautiful Versions Of Mundane Products To Add Some Pizzazz To Your Life

Innovative home decor and organization solutions enhance aesthetics and functionality.
fromwww.romfordrecorder.co.uk
3 months ago

See inside the new 'luxurious' and 'high-end' beauty clinic now open in Collier Row

It was a long, hard four weeks from taking the shop over to getting it up and ready for the opening but we are very happy with how it's turned out.
London food
fromBon Appetit
3 months ago

8 Coolest Wine Decanters to Show Off That Great Bottle You Just Bought

Decanting wine involves pouring out a bottle into another vessel, serving to separate sediment and aerate wine, enhancing both flavor and aroma.
Wine
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

What is conservative girl' makeup, and am I accidentally wearing it? | Arwa Mahdawi

Somewhere in the wilderness, in a top-secret location, there is an underground lab where normal women go in and Fox News hosts come out.
Marketing
fromstupidDOPE
4 months ago

Anoma Introduces the A1 Slate: A Bold Evolution of Its Distinctive Timepiece | stupidDOPE

The A1 Slate encapsulates a return to essentialism, balancing bold presence with ultimate discretion through its refined black lacquered design.
Design
fromThe New Yorker
4 months ago

"The Fishing Place" Puts History Into the Present Tense

The best filmmakers, looking to the past, see the future. Filmmakers depict historical horrors of the extreme right, revealing hidden authoritarian infections in democratic politics.
Miscellaneous
#product-recommendations
fromBuzzFeed
5 months ago
France news

26 Aesthetically Pleasing Products With Functional Uses That Make Them That Much Cooler

fromBuzzFeed
5 months ago
France news

26 Aesthetically Pleasing Products With Functional Uses That Make Them That Much Cooler

fromwww.scientificamerican.com
5 months ago

Why Does Snow Bring Childlike Joy?

What’s magical is how a slight change in temperature can turn a dreary rainy day into a snow-covered wonderland, transforming our perceptions.
Science
Writing
fromThe New Yorker
5 months ago

Yukio Mishima's Death Cult

Yukio Mishima's obsession with beauty and warriorhood culminated in a dramatic suicide, highlighting deep existential themes.
The juxtaposition of Mishima's physical transformation and tragic end raises questions about ideals of masculinity and self-image.
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