It is no secret that we live in a fast-paced world. Present-day urban centres in the West are all about the hustle, the bustle, and the absolute non-stop. Naturally, that translates into the media that we create and consume every day. Our action-movies are filled to the brim with fight-scene after fight-scene, and when those…
Throughout our entire lives, beauty standards have always been all around us. Beauty standards have always had an impact on our lives. There are obvious things that they influence, like how we wear our hair on a particular day. But they can also influence our self-esteem and eating habits. They help shape cultures and eras…
Violet Evergarden: The Movie is the first movie released by Kyoto Animations after the arson attack that occurred in 2019. This film has been awaited by fans worldwide and carries a large amount of emotional weight; on and off-screen. Violet Evergarden is a wonderful anime series that follows a slice of life format that has…
Stop judging boys negatively for wearing makeup. Makeup is a great tool for self expression and self confidence. With social media, and the fast paced nature of modern life, we often long for self expression. Although living in a more connected world can be empowering, it can also make you feel small and insignificant. Exploring…
When we consider contemporary art, most of us imagine to the likes of Pollock or Warhol, anything that invokes a sense of “oh, that’s modern art.” But what is our perception of modern art? Basically, anything that we can’t describe. Campbell soup can certainly draw contrasts with Van Gogh’s pieces, but if anything, there is…
As the school year rolls around, it is important to have the essentials for back to school. Heres everything you need in your backpack to be prepared for the school year. Do you have everything? 1. Binders Having binders to store loose papers, homework and assignments will help you to stay on top of…
In the 80’s and 90’s, the Club Kids, a youth group of dance personalities led primarily by party promoter Michael Alig, were a defining force in New York’s underground party scene. One Club Kid who can be commonly recognized by those born outside of the Club Kid era is RuPaul. RuPaul is a drag queen…
When I was in 4th grade I first heard the concept of a “dumb blonde” When yo mama jokes turned to unrelenting stereotypes and constricted narratives Suddenly it seemed to become accepted that the colour of your hair could somehow determine your IQ That your appearance could somehow reflect what was inside And I…
Here’s how to really boost your highlight collection –with advice from a teen on a major budget. Get ready to glow! I’ve rounded up cream highlighters, and powder highlighters, ranging from brands like Anastasia Beverly Hills to Benefit, Becca and Marc Jacobs. Best Highlighter: Cover FX Highlighter Drops These revolutionary drops have transformed my makeup…
17th birthdays aren’t that exciting, which I now know. At 16 you can finally drive, 18 you’re legal but 17 is this awkward year where you’re not quite an adult but also don’t qualify as a kid anymore. There are expectations set out as you prepare for adulthood and for some who are graduating like…
The issue of conforming to societal ideals has been around for far too long, and sadly it is prevalent pretty much everywhere on this planet. Although women in every culture are relentlessly faced with the societal “ideals” of appearance and mannerism in their societies, today I would like to shine a light on the insecurities that…
As an overly enthusiastic makeup enthusiast, I spend what could only be described as a ridiculous amount of money on makeup and cosmetic products. Sephora* is basically my second home and whenever I visit, I have to actively restrain myself from going over my budget. Through my many many purchases, I have come out with…
With the arrival of autumn brings with it Calgary’s fall edition of PARKLUXE, showcasing fashion and art to cultivate a sense of culture within the art scene in YYC. PARKLUXE 2016 is regarded as a luxury art and fashion show featuring Canadian designers and artists, aspiring to feature a diverse range of talent and perspective…
Green jealousy, guilt, healing, ↓ yellow ☀ cheerful, happy, irresponsible, unstable ↓ orange courageous, confident, ignorant ↓ red …
The traditional Japanese art of kintsugi supposedly originated in the 15th century, when shogun Ashikaga Yoshimasa sent a broken bowl to Chinese craftsmen in hopes for its repair. When the bowl returned to him from China, he was dismayed to find it awkwardly put together with… staples. Large, bulky staples, which frankly did not improve on its…