In today’s day and age, consumers are becoming more aware of how the products they purchase are being produced and the impact they have on the environment. Products or product packaging that is harmful to the environment stands a slim chance with even the slightest of conscientious shoppers. Sustainable shopping is one trend that’s on the rise—particularly with millennials and Generation Y.…
Two simple white chairs sit on a plain, dimly lit wooden stage, a small white table wedged between them, in front of a stark white background inside the Hirshhorn Museum’s theater Thursday night. Then out comes Christina Tosi — a redhead with a vibrant, youthful personality, and the vibe entirely changes. She takes a seat across from The Washington Post’s…
After spending more than a decade on humanitarian work around the globe, Angelina Jolie tries to instill the lessons she’s learned from her activism in her children, particularly on her three girls. “I tell my daughters, ‘What sets you apart is what you are willing to do for others. Anyone can put on a dress and makeup. It’s your mind…
On 1st, January 2019, in one of the biggest movements for women’s rights in India, 5 million women lined up across the length of the southern state of Kerala to “uphold Renaissance values.” What they were demanding was an end to violent agitations against women trying to enter Kerala’s Sabarimala temple, a popular Hindu pilgrimage site. This followed a ruling by the Indian…
What better way to celebrate strong women than by learning from their actions and embodying their strength? Whether you’re watching from your couch or bed, these 10 movies are perfect for when you’re in need of some female empowerment. From the dignified to the fierce, these movies put women right in the spotlight. WILD Reese Witherspoon has played a teenager coming…
A League of Their Own is widely regarded as one of the best sports films of all time. The 1992 film, which was directed by Penny Marshall, who passed away on Monday, left its mark as a funny and poignant female-driven story of friendship and the fight to play ball. It grossed $130 million worldwide, coming in right behind Marshall’s 1988 hit, Big to become…
BBC 100 Women has revealed its list of 100 influential women from around the world for 2018. From #MeToo to Northern Ireland’s abortion vote and the unprecedented number of female candidates in the US midterms, the last 12 months have seen women achieve great things against the odds. To honor this, the BBC has launched its annual #100Women season today, which aims to inspire people by…
Paula Begoun the Cosmetics Cop, long known in the beauty industry for her outspoken reviews and now CEO and Founder of Paula’s Choice Skincare, seems like the obvious choice. Begoun started her career in the beauty industry in the early 1980’s as a makeup artist in Seattle, Washington. It was here the young makeup artist introduced herself as a cosmetic vigilante– appearing on…
Dominique Crenn believes our connection to humanity comes our inherent ability to be creative. After opening her eponymous restaurants, Atelier Crenn, Petit Crenn, and most recently, Bar Crenn, the chef’s latest venture is teaming up with founder, chairman & co-CEO of Salesforce, Marc Benioff, on a multi-faceted food experience at Salesforce Tower, in San Francisco. As her Chef’s Table feature captures, Crenn…
Volunteering is a great way to give back, but can be difficult to do if you’re focused on your own stuff. Here are a few ways you can volunteer without disrupting your current lifestyle. Choose Your Project Wisely and Set Realistic Expectations Volunteering is a lot easier if you can find volunteer opportunities that you genuinely enjoy. You’ll be much more…
