Plus, the items women's shelters always need you to donate.
It has been a hard week on top of what has already been a pretty tough year. People are struggling in so many vast and different ways across the world, and I often feel a helplessness that can quickly turn to despair. On top of that, it can be hard to know what to do when it comes to supporting those in need. Luckily, staff writer Griffin Wynne has laid out an easy way to do so this week. They explain that finding direct ways to get involved in our communities prevents and reduces harm, and is an easy way to help our neighbors survive and thrive. Since unhoused and marginalized people are at risk right now, Wynne asked women's shelters to share the donations they need the most. A majority of these items can be easily purchased from Amazon, so we can all getting some much-needed hits of shopping serotonin while also feeling good about knowing that we're helping out the most vulnerable people in our communities. xo, Lourdes |
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Click below for a scary sartorial story with a very happy ending thanks to a suede stone — a handy little tool that can be used to clean stains, water spots, lint, hair and more from even the most delicate suede and nubuck items. Once you've got one, you won't know how you went so long without it. |
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What we're wearing this summer: |
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It can be difficult to find resources on the more practical life items you want with you when traveling abroad. From collapsable backpacks to a mini bug spray, here are all the packable things that come in handy when you're traveling alone (or with pals!) in a foreign country. |
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Upgrade your beach gear with umbrellas that are as cute as they are functional. We've included a highly rated all-in-one beach umbrella that was endorsed by the American Lifeguard Association and can resist winds up to 44 mph, a UV 50+ portable umbrella, and a versatile four-way swiveling umbrella that's not just for the beach and can be enjoyed during sports events or travel as well. |
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