#athleisure laundry

[wowcatboys]

i rlly like your work, heartsteel needs more content tbh,, so ty!! ANYWAY,

i liked the general relationship/kiss hcs w kayn, would u be able to do that for the other two as well?? if that makes sense

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HEARTSTEEL YONE: RELATIONSHIP HEADCANONS ♡ Gender Neutral ♡ SFW, with light touching/sensuality ♡ TW: Some alcohol usage/food mentions ♡ I've done Sett's kisses here (X) and relationship HCs here (X), and Yone's kisses here (X) ! (will I remember to come back and edit those links in??? only time will tell)

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YONE

No matter where you go, Yone brings you on fantastic dates. It's never popular tourist-trap type outings, either. If you ask how the hell he even found out about your date locations, he smiles coyly and says he can't reveal his sources. Regardless, expect lots of breathtaking, original dates—hidden trails that spill into breathtaking clumps of wildflowers, a hole-in-the-wall burger joint with the best fries you've had in tour entire life, tiny sculpture parks with some truly absurd statues (he absolutely refuses to delete the unflattering pic of you squatting next to a caked-up stone Sasquatch).

He isn't on his phone often, so don't be surprised if Yone doesn't text you back quickly or is overly-formal with his messages. Wild horses couldn't drag a silly emoji or a meme out of him. If you're lucky, you'll get a red heart, but that's about it. He tries not to make you feel neglected just because he's a dry texter, though. Especially when he's on tour, he calls you to check in whenever he's got a spare moment.

Yone's a chronic meal-skipper so he really appreciates if you share your food with him. Be warned, though, if you force him to step away from work and sit down for dinner you're either getting five minutes and a cup of instant ramen, or he's cooking you a three course meal complete with different appetizer, entree, and dessert wines. There's no in-between.

While Yone's not a fan of PDA, he holds your hand through every big event you're forced to attend. He doesn't appreciate the attention and flashing lights, but your warm, reassuring grip keeps him calm and relatively content.

Matching outfits are a little bit too much, but Yone is all for wearing clothing that compliments yours. Think similar textures, colors, and cuts. If you're wearing athleisure, he'll throw on a pair of stylish sweatpants. You're rocking the all black fit, so is he (with a pop of color in his earrings, probably—if he's completely monochrome, Kayn accuses him of "stealing his look"). Though he thinks it's a little cringy to be exact matches, he's definitely down to coordinate.

Whenever Yone makes himself a coffee, he whips up a glass of your favorite beverage as well. Nothing is too complicated—if you want a latte, he can make any flavor, and he'll pour the foam into a heart shape on top. Boba? No problem, he's got tapioca pearls in your favorite flavor and large straws on hand, to boot. A mimosa? Okay, he might raise his eyebrow at that one and point out that it's like eleven A.M.—nevertheless, if it's a mimosa you want, then it's a mimosa you'll get. Part of this is because he loves you, of course, but also? He hates sharing his coffee and figures that you won't ask for a sip if you've got your own drink.

Yone absolutely melts when you take care of him. He's used to looking after everyone else's wants and needs, so it's a pleasant surprise when someone extends that same care and attention to him. Cook him his favorite meal or take care of his laundry when he's been extra busy, and he looks at you like you're the eight wonder of the world. "You didn't have to do that for me," he cups your face gently, sweeping an appreciative kiss over your forehead. "But I'm glad that you did."

Chivalry is not dead and Yone's the man giving it CPR. Count on him to be the perfect gentleman. He opens every door for you, takes your coat whenever you drop by his studio, and no, under no circumstances will he let you pull out your own chair.

Yone's pet-names are sweet and classic. Most often, he calls you 'my darling', but he'll occasionally pepper in a 'dearest' or 'lover' for variety.

One of Yone's favorite ways to spend a free evening with you is sneaking into underground music shows. The two of you will turn up to somebody's house where the living room has been cleared to throw together a makeshift stage, or an abandoned warehouse with people clustering together and swaying to synthetic beats blasting through mid-grade speakers. More often than not, the musicians aren't that good (but that's par for the course with these kind of shows). The atmosphere can't be beat, though. And, when you do stumble upon somebody's garage band that actually goes hard, it's always an exciting surprise. Yone always keeps cash on him in case somebody's selling merch. He snags two stickers, one for you to keep and one to paste on his guitar case. What better way to commemorate shitty bands and crowded house shows than with matching stickers?

If you tag along with him on tour or business trips, Yone's first mission is to scout out a good coffee shop. Of course he takes you along, and buys you whatever little treats catch your eye. Sweets, sandwiches, snacks—anything he notices you ogling behind the glass, he orders for you.

Even with his massively packed schedule Yone NEVER, EVER forgets an important date. Expect gifts on birthdays and anniversaries, and extra love and support on dates that might be difficult for you.

Since Sett's a master crocheter, Yone pays him a frankly absurd amount to make you a plushie that looks like his fox mask. Yone knows that it can't be easy for you, with him away touring or on business so much of the time. The stuffed snuggle-buddy, he hopes, can ease your loneliness when he's away. Before he sets off on a long trip he makes sure to spritz your stuffie with his cologne, so that you can squish it in your sleep and dream that he's right there with you.

Yone's not a huge cuddler. Too much physical attention can make him feel smothered. The exception is when you sit on his lap. He loves when you settle onto him while he's working. As long as you're quiet and still (he doesn't want you to disturb his flow, after all), he basks in your comfortable warmth and the adorable way you tuck yourself into his chest.

[thelibraryghost]

A Young Person's Introduction to Early 20th-Century Western Fashion

am i hip with the kids yet

General information Dotschkal, Janna. "1920's." FOUND. October 21, 2016. English Heritage. "Fashion Through History: Episode 3 – 1930s." YouTube. April 16, 2023. Rudolph, Nicole. "The History of Standardized Sizes in Womens Fashion and Why They FAILED." YouTube. May 16, 2021. Vintagebursche. "100 Years of Classic Menswear - and what we can learn from each decade." YouTube. February 29, 2020. Zebrowska, Karolina. "1920s Fashion Is Not What You Think It Is." YouTube. May 20, 2018.

Accessories Cox, Abby. "Flappers, Y2K, & Capitalism are Why Women "Don't" Have Pockets." YouTube. January 12, 2023. Cox, Abby. "The Disappointing Truth On Why We Don't Wear Hats Anymore..." YouTube. December 18, 2022. Rudolph, Nicole. "The History of the Iconic Cloche Hat: Making 1920s Fashion." YouTube. September 18, 2022. Rudolph, Nicole. "When Hats were Illegal: Sewing a Goth Edwardian Hat." YouTube. February 21, 2021. Sheehan, Sarah. "Neo-Egyptomania." PatternVault. December 31, 2022. Zebrowska, Karolina. "Why Did We Stop Wearing Hats?" YouTube. April 28, 2020.

Cosmetics Banner, Bernadette. "Making and Testing a Victorian Skincare Routine." YouTube. April 8, 2023. English Heritage. "1930s Makeup Tutorial | History Inspired | Feat. Amber Butchart and Rebecca Butterworth." YouTube. December 18, 2018. Holland, Evangeline. "On How to Be Lovely." Edwardian Promenade. April 15, 2010. Rudolph, Nicole. "The Controversial History of Color Season Analysis." YouTube. November 4, 2023.

Fabrics Rudolph, Nicole. "The History of Elastic." YouTube. July 4, 2021. Rudolph, Nicole. "Wearing Overalls to Boycott Fashion Greedflation? Weird History of 1920." YouTube. March 16, 2024.

Gowns and formal wear Banner, Bernadette. "I Redesigned Mary Poppins' Jolly Holiday Dress Based on REAL Edwardian Lingerie Gowns." YouTube. February 20, 2021. Banner, Bernadette. "I Remade Mary Poppins’ Dress to be Actually Edwardian." YouTube. July 9, 2022. Cox, Abby. "Alexander McQueen & the Patriarchy Problem in Modern Fashion." YouTube. October 20, 2023. Cox, Abby. "What Makes a Gown Haute Couture (like House of Worth) in Victorian and Edwardian Eras?" YouTube. September 19, 2021. Lady Rebecca Fashions. "An Edwardian Woman's Fashion Evolution." YouTube. June 4, 2022. Oakes, Leimomi. "Terminology: what is a lingerie dress or lingerie frock? (and blouse, and skirt)." The Dreamstress. July 21, 2018. Rudolph, Nicole. "Stop Idolizing Coco Chanel: a shocking history of theft." YouTube. January 13, 2024. Rudolph, Nicole. "The Truth about the Fringed Flapper: Making 1920s Evening Dresses." YouTube. November 6, 2022. Vintagebursche. "1920s Theme Party - How to dress." YouTube. December 9, 2023. Zebrowska, Karolina. "1920s Fashion Encyclopedia, Pt 1: Daywear." YouTube. November 27, 2019.

Hair care and styling Banner, Bernadette. "I Tried Following a Real Edwardian Hair Care Routine." YouTube. May 12, 2020. Lady Rebecca Fashions. "Getting Dressed in the Edwardian Era / Gibson Girl Hairstyle Tutorial." YouTube. June 12, 2020. Lady Rebecca Fashions. "Titanic-era Hair Tutorial // Getting Dressed in the 1910's." YouTube.September 4, 2020. SnappyDragon. "Historical hair myths debunked : How often should you wash your hair—daily shampoo or no shampoo?" YouTube. August 12, 2022. Zebrowska, Karolina. "Weird Edwardian Beauty Tips." YouTube. February 11, 2017.

Laundry and starching Banner, Bernadette. "Ok but how did the Edwardians WASH these dresses?" YouTube. August 3, 2022.

Outerwear Cox, Abby. "Athleisure: Destroying Fashion & the Environment." YouTube. January 18, 2024. Rudolph, Nicole. "150 years of Masc Women causing a Moral Panic." YouTube. June 17, 2023. Rudolph, Nicole. "The History of Jeans, T-shirts, and Hoodies: Time Travel 101." YouTube. March 20, 2022. Zebrowska, Karolina. "SPRING/SUMMER FASHION TRENDS REVIEW but it's 1936 (ft. original fabric samples!)." YouTube. April 22, 2022.

Shoes Rudolph, Nicole. "I Made Witchy Edwardian Shoes by Hand!" YouTube. March 14, 2021. Rudolph, Nicole. "Making 100 year old Comfy Slippers: Free Pattern!" YouTube. December 30, 2023. Rudolph, Nicole. "The Myth of Tiny Feet "Back Then"." YouTube. September 26, 2021. Rudolph, Nicole. "The True History of Stiletto Heels : the battle between Ferragamo and Dior." YouTube. August 26, 2023. Zebrowska, Karolina. "Why Is No One Talking About 1930s Shoes?" YouTube. September 15, 2020.

Undergarments Banner, Bernadette. "1903 Patented Bustle Pad Reconstruction." YouTube. June 8, 2019. Banner, Bernadette. "Achieving That Classic Edwardian Shape: Reconstructing a 1902 Bust Bodice." YouTube. April 16, 2020. Lady Rebecca Fashions. "So What are Guimpes Anyway? // Examining Antique Edwardian Guimpes." YouTube. August 21, 2020. Lady Rebecca Fashions. "They Wore Corsets in the 1920's?!" YouTube. January 29, 2022. Rudolph, Nicole. "Did Brassieres End the Corset?" YouTube. February 28, 2021. Rudolph, Nicole. "Dressing in Edwardian Clothing: Undergarments and Layers of 1907." YouTube. November 1, 2020. Rudolph, Nicole. "How Flappers got their Figure: the 1920s Silhouette." YouTube. July 10, 2022. SnappyDragon. "How pin-up photos fooled dress history : the making and marketing of lingerie pictures." YouTube. April 1, 2023.

[zyrafowe-sny]

Hoodie Weather by Jagodzianka

a short bit of fluff inspired by the @flufftober 2024 prompts "Favorite Scent", "Hoodie Weather", "Bet, Game, Contest", and “What are you wearing?” - “It’s laundry day!”

1380 words Fandom: Nimona (2023), Nimona (Webcomic) Rating: Teen And Up Audiences Warnings: No Archive Warnings Apply Relationships: Ballister Blackheart | Ballister Boldheart/Ambrosius Goldenloin, Ballister Blackheart | Ballister Boldheart & Meredith Blitzmeyer & Ambrosius Goldenloin & Nimona Characters: Ballister Blackheart | Ballister Boldheart, Ambrosius Goldenloin, Nimona (Nimona), Meredith Blitzmeyer Additional Tags: Flufftober, Flufftober 2024, Fluff, Domestic Fluff, Autumn, Hoodies, Bets & Wagers, Laundry, Domestic, Families of Choice Series: Part 5 of phantom limb pain Nimonaverse, Part 2 of October 2024

Summary:

Ambrosius shook his head, undaunted by Ballister's skepticism. “It'll be hoodie weather soon!”

He should have guessed that that was what all this was about. While occasionally Ambrosius seemed to genuinely enjoy dressing up in fancy clothes, the man lived in athleisure a good chunk of the time. Even more so now that he rarely wore his armor. And his hoodie collection had always been unparalleled — he could probably go at least a few weeks without repeating one.

Ballister shrugged. “I’d give it at least another month.”

This was apparently enough to rouse Nimona-the-lizard, who'd been sunning on the windowsill. “Seven weeks and” — she flicked out her tongue — “three days.”

[telekinetictrait]

"It is in the nature of walls that they should fall. That walls should fall is the consequence of blowing your own trumpet." (Oranges Are Not The Only Fruit – Jeanette Winterson, 1985)

okay, i got a bit dramatic with this one, but can you blame me? after all, everything was bigger in the eighties. hair was bigger, shoulder pads were bigger, everything was bigger. music was bigger, and music related subcultures gained a super heavy footing. while the punk movement had already existed and the goth subculture had started to build in the late seventies, they both hit their heyday in the 1980s! glam rock was huge in the eighties, and there was actually a fair bit of androgyny in rock styles and subcultural styles. far before the athleisure trend we see today (i still dont understand what athleisure is?), was the athletic fad of the eighties, heralded by olivia newton john's "physical". this athletic fad is where we see the legwarmers and the spandex that you'll see in every modern day 80s-themed halloween costume. much like in the 1930s, fashion drew from film and hollywood, and john hughes' teen films influenced the fashion of the youth, which in turn inspired more teen films.

guys, we're getting super close to modern day, and i have to admit: i have no fucking idea what modern trends are. i have like five outfits and most of them involve band tee shirts.

1800’s / 1900-1909 / 1910-1919 / 1920-1929 / 1930-1939 / 1940-1949 / 1950-1959 / 1960-1969 / 1970-1979

cc links under the cut!

see my resources page for genetics

talullah : kamiiri's celine hair / eco lifestyle top / laundry day jeans / base game heels

teddie : base game hair + earrings / its-adrienpastel's scully suit / chere-indolente's katherine accessory puff sleeves / base game stockings / cottage living lace up heels

therese : zombietrait's suzie hair + just like heaven eyeshadow / renlishsims hard days night eyeliner / base game highlight / deathpoke1qa's nancy rosary / cloudcat's no halo accessory mesh top / deathpoke1qa's trad tank / elliekobrakid's revenge gloves (tsr download) / kamiiri's cordelia skirt / realm of magic tights / bluecravingcc's goth is rock mid boots

titania : buttersim's 80's ponytail / discover university top (i think!!! i do not remember!) / base game shorts + socks + shoes

tonia : okruee's shiloh hair / base game large hoops / okruee's mari jumpsuit / seasons braclets / cooper322's reebok freestyles

trudy : joliebean's beatrix hair / joliebean's cindy outfit / base game shoes

tsiana : syaovu's andy hair / bluecravingcc's goth is rock piercings / the vampire squid earrings have been deleted unfortunately :( / myfawnwysimblr's double spiked choker / realm of magic bodysuit / wistfulpoltergeist's night city gloves / evellsims' fleabag pants / evellsims' anarchy shoes

tuija : aniraklova's made in love hair / realm of magic facepaint / zombietrait's early sunsets eyeshadow / base game blush + lipgloss / joliebean's ultraviolet outfit conversion / bellassims' orion shoes

tyler : kamiiri's juniper hair / femmeonamissionsims' florist frock / base game socks + shoes

tzofiya : ice-creamforbreakfast's kelly-marie hair / leeleesims1's unidentified flying earrings / horse ranch top / altersims vagabond jeans recolor / joliebean's road trip boots

thank you to @kamiiri @its-adrienpastel @chere-indolente @renlishsims @deathpoke1qa @cloudcat @bluecravingcc @okruee @cooper322 @joliebean @syaovu @myfawnwysimblr @wistfulpoltergeist @evellsims @aniraklova @bellassims @femmeonamissionsims @ice-creamforbreakfast @leeleesims1 and @altersims

[marzipan333]

friday - july 5, 2024

🌸 i can’t believe we’re more than halfway through the year. i still feel like it’s 2023

🌸 yesterday was so restful, i went for a jog & did a bunch of laundry & felt so relaxed. it was a much needed reset

🌸 today i’m gonna hit the gym after work. lately i’ve been purchasing a lot of athleisure/workout gear & i need to put it to good use

🌸 i started implementing my new evening routine and it’s been a huge success. i’m so happy because i struggle with feeling tired a lot

[shatterthefragments]

The II jacket arrived today! 🥰💖

@ghxstly-death here is the ramble/review!:

So there seems to be different weights and feels to different parts of the fabric. Which is. Less nice. In my opinion.

But I am accustomed to athletic wear and the material has a similar feel to most of that. It reminds me of a thinner version of a pair of pants I used to wear all the time.

It feels smoother and nicer than one of my old athletic works shirts that was originally from Walmart. (Idk if they still sell with that brand anymore).

It’s. not the *nicest*, but it’s fine. Right now I feel neutral about it.

The upper portion of the coat (but really I’d probably just wear it as a shirt tbh) is a thicker portion than the rest of it. And I like the feel of it and how it doesn’t feel as if it’s going to snag if one of my rough fingertips passes over it.

The sleeves are maybe a mid weight portion of the fabric.

The flowy dangly bits are probably the thinnest parts: I do prefer the texture of thicker weight fabrics so to me this is the least appealing part of the garment and it feels like maybe it could snag if I dragged my rough fingertips over it.

That being said I think that it was necessary to make the fabric thinner as you go down the garment bc it’s a stretchy polyester and kinda. Sags(?) downwards a bit? I’m not quite sure how to describe it but Like It Wishes To Sink To The Floor a bit? Just that polyester behaviour.

I am. Not entirely sure on how to deal with the strappy parts but they look cool and one of them is the same fabric as the garment and one feels more like one of the straps on a bag that I have. Woven canvas? Idk. Still polyester but. Best description I can come up with is camera bag strap bc it feels very similar to one of the ones we used to have. The clipping mechanism seems very tilted but it works and it kinda makes sense that it would be that way to make it cheaper instead of going through a better built process bc it does the job well enough.

The zipper is not the best quality but it’s fine.

While it is tighter than I would like, it is a stretchy athleisure style of polyester. It does seem to drape better when I wear one of my binders (though I essentially stopped binding at the start of covid to try to protect my lungs god I miss the silhouette and feel.) (shown with binder in left photo)

But I do feel pretty cool when wearing it :)

Trying to describe the feel of fabric: it’s smooth and almost silky but not quite, and it feels less silky and more substantial/woven in the thicker areas?

In comparison to costumes that I remember wearing for Halloween as a young child, this is far better quality.

In comparison to the clothes I wear on an everyday basis, this is not as good quality.

It is however better quality than a shirt I got off Shein before I knew better (but bc it’s one of my few, or possibly only, semi formal goth shirts I still wear it every so often - I wore it at a bachelorette party the first time I wore it.)

Ignore the green of my brace and the twine that’s sticking up, but this is a photo

In the other photo you can kinda see my grey knee high socks on. So. On my 5’2” ass it is.. long. Not unbearably so though. (Also I forgot the strappy parts before the photo on the right)

Unofficial rating: 8/10

I Will wear this

But am also pretty sure it’s too much work for a regular basis (straps) (though I do appreciate it doesn’t choke me bc I often can’t wear crew necks even though I have a whole drawer of them bc I hate the way it feels when stuff is near my neck but I love those shirts so sometimes I’m okay) Also this likely would be too much work to bring with me to even consider wearing this to the sleep token concert I’m going to bc it would be a bit big to pack and I’m not sure if I want to wear this the whole time when travelling (it only has the one arm pocket) (I’m seeing a friend for a few days first and while I can do laundry I want to keep packing very simple for me)

[mostmouse]

Starting an Adaman x reader fic because I’m so freshly obsessed. Here’s the first chapter :> also posted on AO3 under the same user!

The One Chosen by Arceus

Your previous life was difficult, but at least you had indoor plumbing. But hey, at least this life has Adaman. You two begin a relationship and Adaman is interested in how you'd like to progress based on your customs from where you're from. Your preferences, however, have him a bit dizzy and flustered, but aren't entirely unwelcomed. It'll just take a bit of time.

Chapter 1: Your Future That Was and Your Present That Is

Living in the past was hard. Especially when you had had all the blessings of modern life. Essential items like indoor plumbing, laundry pods, and instant noodles. Then of course were the other, more progressive blessings. Such as having autonomy over your body, your sexuality, and the freedom to dress and act how you wanted.

You were lucky you weren’t part of either the Diamond or the Pearl clans, as they were much more rigid in tradition than that of the Galaxy Team. A few benefits to being in the past was that everything was... simpler. You could just do what you wanted, you didn’t need a 9-5 chaining you to a desk or slaving away in retail. However, you also couldn’t stop at a street cart for a quick meal, either.

You heaved a heavy sigh, hauling a large piece of wood up to your homestead. Your pokemon were around you helping with other degrees of difficulty. You insisted the smaller ones didn’t need to help, but they seemed to ignore you, proving they were just as big and strong as the others. It warmed your heart to know that pokemon weren’t really all that different from your time. They were of course, much much less domesticated than you were used to, but with TLC and persistence, they were as loyal as your team back when you were from.

“Putting them to work, I see.” Huffing laughter sounded behind you, and with a loud ‘oomf’ you dropped the heavy wood to the ground. Your pokemon were more than used to Adaman coming around and paid him no mind as they continued to haul wood and slash it into smaller pieces.

“I don’t make them, they want to help. Of course, it’s incredibly appreciated all the same. I’ll have to make something delicious for dinner. You swing by to eat with us?” You were clad in only a rudimentary sports bra and casual pants, your new age tattoos on full display. Of which had Adaman respectfully, and bashfully, looking away.

“I- uh, yeah. If you don’t mind.” You gave him a second to compose himself before he met your eyes once more. You smiled somewhat apologetically. You were used to doing house work in athleisure, and considering you lived alone out in the coastlands, far from Iscan, you weren’t thinking of anyone seeing you. In this time, it was scandalous for a woman to be so disrobed, especially in the outdoors, and more importantly - in front of a man who wasn’t her husband.

You had made it clear to Adaman when he first saw you in such attire that back when you were from, it was completely normal for women and girls to expose their shoulders. Normal even for some young women to expose their midriffs, chests, and back. Of course, he wasn’t necessarily a man for fashion, but he enjoyed the stories all the same. And you found him on more than one occasion leering at you - but you had the decency to not bring it up. At least not at that time.

Sidling up next to you, he motioned to the wood at your feet, “Need some help?”

“Ah, no thanks. Actually, with you here, I can get started on dinner. These cuties are bomb with cutting the wood, but making dinner is more suited for people hands, don’tcha think?”

Your grin had him entranced, though your words went over his head a bit. “They’re a bomb? Are they going to explode the wood?” He watched as your face morphed into a smirk. “Hey! Don’t give me that look, I may be the all wise leader of the Diamond Clan, but how am I supposed to know what all your new age phrases mean?”

“Have I not said ‘bomb’ yet? Interesting... well it's a little old for slang in my time, too, so I guess it's not surprising I haven’t said it.” You shrugged nonchalantly, waving Adaman up to your porch as you both went inside to prepare dinner.

“Ha, you saying old fashioned things? I can count on one hand the things you’ve said that I’d consider old fashioned.” His sly grin had you elbowing him in the side. “So, what’re we making?” Rubbing his hands together, he looked to you eagerly.

“Stew! Again...” You laughed sheepishly, it was your main go-to dinner dish. Easy to make, easy to taste good, and easy to eat for a few days. You expected a groan from your unexpected dinner date, but instead he rubbed his belly and had a dreamy look on his face.

Sighing aloud, “Mmmmm... Your stew... It's so good! I won’t ever get tired of it. Think I could take some home later for Mai and the others?” His eyes were fixated on yours, your cheeks warming a bit.

“Yeah, of course! I always make tons anyways, I’m used to feeding a lot of people, so honestly, you taking some off my hands is a favor.” Scratching the back of your head, “And thanks for not being annoyed, I know it must not be very enjoyable to eat the same thing over and over when you come and visit.” You couldn’t help it, honestly. It was the easiest thing to make. Plus, you could toss in a bunch of stuff and it still would taste amazing.

Adaman laughed loudly, “Please! If it was bad maybe I’d complain, but it’s absolutely delicious, I look forward to it every time I visit. Honestly, I miss it when I’m not here. No matter how often I make it with you, I can’t quite replicate it back at the Settlement.”

You grinned, walking backwards towards the kitchen, holding a finger over your lips, “Aye lad, ‘tis a family secret.” You laughed at his confused expression, moving around the counters and grabbing spices you had tediously collected. “Next time I’m in the Settlement I’ll make some for you and write some notes for a recipe. Just remember,” Sitting everything in front of you, you moved to the Rotom fridge you had, “Nothing needs measuring. You feel it from here.”

Adaman watched as you held your hands to your chest, eyes closed. “To your heart?” Blinking at each other, you burst into laughter.

“Sorry, sorry. I meant here.” You made a big show of rubbing your belly with your tongue sticking out. He grinned as he leaned forward on the counter, watching you closely with every move you made. “Tonight, we’ll be having stantler meat!”

You presented him with the wrapping of fresh meat from a stantler you had killed earlier in the day. He smiled softly, resting his hands atop yours that sat on the bundle. The both of you closed your eyes as he whispered a prayer, thanking Almighty Sinnoh and Mighty Dialga for the life of the stantler and for blessing you with the meal.

Keeping your eyes closed, you breathed deeply for a moment. Everything in this time was different. You had to learn how to field dress your dinner, how to preserve it, and how to thank it for its life and for how it was now sustaining you. Everything felt much more connected in this simple life you now lived.

Gasping slightly, you gave a start as Adaman kissed you softly. Opening your eyes, your cheeks warm, you met his soft gaze. “Sorry, you just looked so peaceful. Couldn’t help myself.” You smiled easily, leaning forward and nuzzling his nose with yours before you gave him a quick kiss back.

That was how it's been for the past few months. You couldn’t deny the spark you had for each other, the heat in your chests gathering every day you spent together. He had helped you build your house halfway through when he finally sniffed you out. He had told you it was a coincidence, and had sworn Calaba to secrecy when he begged her to have Ursaluna track you based on a scarf he had from you. He had tried to enlist Iscan for help, but the man refused to oust you without your prior permission.

It was a favor he anxiously awaited the Pearl Warden to call upon everyday, but most importantly - it had led to you. He had been overly flustered in the beginning as he helped you build your house. Your revealing clothes had been a culture shock to him, especially when he had seen all your new world tattoos.

It wasn’t as if tattoos were uncommon, he knew many people who had them. However, they weren’t done with such artistic style, detail, and colors as yours had. Many of them were of pokemon he had never seen, let alone heard of. You had spent those evenings together next to the fire, breathing in the salty air as you showed him each art piece and described the pokemon depicted. Some were just art that you liked. He knew if a select few of his people saw you undressed like you usually were, they would sneer and judge you.

But he welcomed the change. Welcomed the happiness you brought him. At first it was fascination with you falling from the sky, then about your connection with the rift and the Lords of the land. He kept telling himself it was just all the new interesting curiosities that seemed to surround your very existence. How you were chosen by Dialga, how it seemed you were truly blessed by Arceus, how you saved all of Hisui.

It took him time to realize he was in love with you. Longer than he’d like to admit, but he rationalized it in his heart, that it wasn’t time wasted but instead time used to understand you and himself. How you fit into his heart and soul. He had come to such a realization while he was helping you construct things for the house. Every day spent designing, building, preparing, decorating. Every time you explained what you had in your home back where you were from, how you mistified him with the forms Rotom could take and how you utilized the small pokemon, and others as well to make life easier in this untamed world.

“Adaman... Adaman... Hey! Adaman! Are you listening to me?” He jumped slightly, your voice in his ear and your hands tugging at his hair. With a flush from the sudden excitement of you pulling his hair and saying his name right into his ears, he jerked back. “What were you thinking about, oh wise one?”

Huffing a small laugh, he moved around you, grabbing the large cauldron from the floor by the... fridge, you had called it. “About how I’m about to expire from hunger, I mean really - how long is this going to take?”

He grinned as he heard you gathering everything together and rushing towards him. “Shouldn’t be too long, I have some bone broth I made earlier. Of course, the stew will always taste better the longer it sits for.” The two of you grinned at each other. You couldn’t help as butterfree gathered in your tummy.

Every time Adaman smiled at you felt like the first time. He had your heart in knots, and you were sure that you were in love with him. You hated how in this time, everyone was so conservative. Suffocatingly so. You paid little attention as Adaman dropped the cauldron into the already burning fire pit, or how he went back inside to grab the aforementioned broth. You focused instead on portioning out some spices, cutting what needed to be cut, and crushing what needed to be crushed.

You felt as if you were grinding your frustrations down as well. Yes, everyone here was either mildly conservative or extremely so. You knew it would be a blow to his reputation if anyone saw you wantonly kissing the Diamond Clan leader. How scandalous indeed, to be seen kissing someone you weren’t promised to on the mouth. How they would balk at the thought of you kissing his neck and leaving marks.

You wanted your relationship with Adaman to go further. To be physical in more ways than just hot and heavy kissing. But you had no idea how to even broach the subject. He had never made a pass at you to go further than kissing, had only somewhat begun to reciprocate your neck kisses. No petting or groping or grinding. It was driving you mad. You wanted to jump his bones, but you were sure he had never been with anyone, he just wasn’t the type to fool around, no matter how much he seemed like a flirt.

However, you were sure Iscan knew to an extent how close the two of you were. The Warden was no stranger to the coast and had found you early on. Adaman had seen him around as well and had pulled aside his clansman in a hush of whispers. At the time you were worried some what that Iscan would tell the other Diamond Clan people that their leader was frolicking on the coast with a barely clothed outsider. But you quickly realized such assumptions were needless when you remembered his relationship with Palina of the Pearl Clan, not to mention how trustworth and honorable he was. Your secret was safe with the noble Warden of Basculegion.

“Boo!” You startled from your lost thoughts as a warm strong hand held your wrist tightly, keeping the knife secure as an arm looped around your waist.

“Adaman!” He laughed easily behind you, body against your sparsely clothed one, soft clothes rubbing you. “Thank you for holding my hand, at least now I can’t say you were at fault for me disemboweling myself.”

Loud gagging echoed behind you as you laughed louder, his warmth leaving you as he came around to dump the broth into the pot, grabbing the bones as they threatened to fall in. Setting them aside, he added the meat as you dumped all the spices in. “Can you grab the veggies from the fridge? I forgot to get them. Oh! And another knife, there’s a lot so we can share cutting them up.”

“You’ve got it, boss.” You cackled as he walked away, his own laughter drowned out by yours. Almighty Sinnoh, how he adored you. He sauntered into your home as if it were his and he toyed with the idea that had been sitting in the back of his mind for some time now. He just wasn’t sure how to bring it up. You were from a different time, you hadn’t even flinched when he suddenly kissed you for the first time!

If anything, he thought back, you were excited. Thrilled, even. You immediately sought him out, clinging to the front of his haori and pulling him into another kiss. When you had licked his lips with your tongue though is when he pulled away. Your assertiveness, and experience, had made him too nervous.

You had explained to him how doing something like that wasn’t inappropriate, how it was casual and normal to do from the time you were from. He had told you how much he liked you, and you confessed that you cared a lot about him as well. You kissed a couple more times, all closed mouthed, and he thought he would burn up from the inside out.

It wasn’t long before he was kissing you more boldly, though without tongue. It had taken him weeks to be brave enough to do so, but once he let you roam inside his mouth he couldn’t stop himself from craving your kisses. How he dreamed about them, yearned for them, and sought them out actively every time you were together.

He brought the veggies out to you, sitting another cutting board in front of him as well and the two of you began to cut vegetables together in comforting silence, listening to the fire pop and your pokemon chew on the leftover bones.

Adaman let his gaze wander to you. You looked at peace and in your element preparing the meal. You’d make a good wife. Swallowing thickly, he turned back to his own board, tips of his ears red. He hoped you wouldn’t notice. He had been thinking of proposing, maybe... But it wasn’t something he could simply do considering he was the leader of the Diamond Clan. His marriage would at least have to be somewhat political. Either within his own Clan, or possibly someone from the Pearl Clan.

However... You were a part of the Galaxy Team... That in a way could be political. He would have to ask Irida her thoughts about it the next time he saw her. He felt you shift closer to him as you dumped your portion of the veggies into the pot. He smiled, leaning on your shoulder as he followed suit.

“Here, I’ll take them back inside.” You grabbed the knives and cutting boards and made your way back inside. Adaman turned and somewhat shamefully watched you as you walked away. His eyes couldn’t keep themselves away from your backside, or thighs, or shoulders. You had become toned in the time you spent in Hisui, certainly all the physical labor and constant working had taken its toll on you.

Quickly turning back to the cauldron, he swallowed thickly. Tonight would be the night. He would ask you if he could stay with you throughout the night, and sleep together. In the same bed. Together. You and him. He wanted to take your relationship to the next level, but he was also painfully nervous about it all. But he could do this - just sleep. With you. In bed. Together.

Swallowing thickly, he jumped slightly as he heard the door to your home close, signaling your return. He took a deep relaxing breath. He could do this. He could ask you about... sleeping. Together. He would have to make it clear though that that was all he wanted to do. He didn’t want to get your hopes up just to upset you by saying no later on.

He had said it before, too. When your hands wandered over him while you were kissing sometimes. He felt terrible, like he was letting you down or holding you back. But every time you always backed off him completely. Would ask him if he wanted to keep going or to stop. Sometimes he would say keep going, other times he would feel so overwhelmed that he asked you to stop completely. Sometimes he even asked if you could put a kimono on and cover yourself.

He always felt like a bad person afterwards. Like he was hurting your feelings or stealing something from you. Every time though, you always held his face, kissed his forehead, and told him that you wanted whatever he wanted, at any pace he wanted to go. He felt like a child. Sure, he was well past the marrying age for the history of his Clan position, but... He just didn’t have the experience.

He didn’t know what experience you had, however... He was too nervous to talk about any sort of intimate details like that with you. He would pluck up the nerves soon though. He wanted to know, wanted to know what you wanted in this relationship. But first he would have to find out what he wanted from this relationship... Was it even a relationship? What were the two of you, anyways?

A loud sound shook him from his spiraling thoughts, and he thanked Sinnoh for such a distraction. Your pokemon seemed to be fighting over the last bone from the stock earlier and you had gone over to them to sort it out.

“The way you handle your pokemon is incredible, you know. They’re openly being food aggressive and yet you get right between them like it's nothing.” His gaze was full of admiration as he watched you, arm resting on his knee and face in his palm.

You could feel him watching you, body getting hot from the compliments. “Ha, thanks. It's nothing, really. I just... I was raised differently, you know? Pokemon are such an intrinsic part of my life back where I’m from. And here... It’s no different, but still completely different, you know? I trust my team with my life, and I try to treat them as my equals, as my family. Cause that’s what they are, you know?”

You tried to not get lost in your thoughts, “When the Galaxy Team turned their backs on me- well, most of them, all I had were my pokemon. And you and Irida, of course!” You turned back to him from where you were holding your Rapidash’s face in your hands, a large grin plastered across your perfect visage. “I was so lost, and hurt, and scared. But these guys were here for me, and I’ll never take that unconditional love for granted. Not when I’ve lost everything so many times.”

Adaman stood, walking towards you after giving the pot a generous few stirs. Circling his arms around your midsection, he rested his jaw on your shoulder, watching as Rapidash soaked up all the affection from her handler. He knew about who you were before you came to him- or well, to Hisui.

You came from a life of struggle. Of losing things and people close to you. How you treasured every friendship you had, but always scared of holding someone too close. He was thankful to Mighty Dialga that you allowed him into your heart and life. He was happy you let Mr. Professor and Rei in too, and begrudgingly Irida as well. He was afraid, back at the Ancient Retreat, that you’d have chosen Irida over him, for just a moment.

You weren’t close then, not like you were now. But he had realized then that he wanted to be close to you. That he wanted more than just a professional alliance, he wanted you in his life. As a companion.

Inhaling your scent, he nuzzled into your neck, kissing you softly. You sighed happily, hand coming up to pet his hair. He hummed happily before taking a deep breath. “Mind if I stay? Here, with you? For the night, I mean?” He felt you tense under him, hiding his face resolutely in your neck. All his earlier sense of bravado suddenly lost. He didn’t want to see your expression as he followed up with, “Just to sleep, I mean. I’m not ready for anything else just yet... I just... Want to be close.”

Finally, he let you turn in his arms, bashfully looking to the side with pink cheeks. You gently caught his face in your hands, leaning on your tiptoes and kissing his forehead. “Only if you really want to. I don’t want you to feel like you have to, or that you’re neglecting me. I’m happy with what we are right now, and I’d love for us to have a sleepover, too!”

Relief spread through his body as he relaxed, your arms winding around his neck as he leaned forward to kiss you. With more confidence than asking you his question, he licked your lower lip, slipping his tongue into your mouth as you both moaned softly. Indulging in you was so easy, it was if it instantly relaxed him.

Sliding his arms downwards, he kept one around your waist and tentatively moved the other to hold your hip. Tightening his grip, he pulled you closer and moved his lips against yours, pressing his tongue deeper into your mouth. Tracing over your tongue, he brushed along your teeth and cheeks, moaning into your mouth as you sighed happily.

Rapidash, however, was not happy to have lost her attention from her favorite human, leaning down to where Adaman’s hand rested on your hip and nipped him. “Ow! Hey-” His words died in his throat as Rapidash puffed air into his face before nudging him away from you. Leaning forward, she rested her large head across your chest, effectively keeping Adaman from getting close to you again. “Are you just gonna let her do that?!”

His incredulous voice, combined with Rapidash’s haughty behavior, had you in a fit of giggles, laughing so hard you bent forward and wheezed. “H-Hey, come on! You’re not even going to scold her? I see who your favorite is...” Adaman turned before you saw his wide smile, moving back to the cauldron and stirring it once more, scraping the bottom to make sure nothing was sticking.

“Awww, Rapidash, are you jealous, my little lovebug?” Your loud cooing words were meant to tease him as much as it was to soothe your pokemon. “You’re my most favorite Rapidash ever, yes you are! No one is as beautiful and majestic as you! Just look at your wonderful awe inspiring blue flames! Yes you are, you’re just so pretty, my prettiest girl, mommy loves you, yes she does!”

Smiling to himself, he stared dreamily at you, your other pokemon beginning to circle you as well, all begging for attention after listening to you gush over Rapidash. Laughing happily, without a care in the world, he watched as you gave each one well deserved strokes, pets, and kisses.

He sighed contentedly. Leaning back on his hands, his lower back against the log the two of you usually sat on, and watched you. Once you had loved up on your pokemon, you once again sought him out. Your pokemon followed you, circling the two of you and getting comfortable as they dozed off in the evening sun.

Standing before him, you pointed at his lap where he sat, “Is this seat taken? You can say no.” You smiled easily at him, your hair in the wind and he could smell the sweet scent of your soap. Swallowing thickly, he cleared his throat. Scratching the back of his neck, he nodded, and braced himself as you sat happily on his lap.

Relaxing as you didn’t do anymore than sit and look at him, he melted and wrapped his arms around you again. His hands traced your tattoos and admired them once more. “I hope we can get the technology to do this in our time. I wouldn’t mind having Leafeon immortalized on my arm.”

You smiled at him, snuggling against his chest and holding out your arms, admiring your ink as well. “I don’t know if we will, but I do know that you honor your Leafeon in your heart and your conduct.” Turning to look at him, you pursed your lips together at the shining adoration in his gaze, cheeks hot.

“You always say such profound things.” Brushing your hair with his calloused palms, he leaned forward again to kiss you softly. Pulling away, he kissed your forehead. “You say and do things that make me rethink where we are in life. I’ve embraced so much change thanks to you. I’ll always be grateful for what you’ve done for the Diamond Clan and... For me as well. Thank you.”

With another kiss, he lost himself in your warmth and the two of you cuddled by the fire as you waited for the stew to finish.

[wingzoffeather]

- In general, it's best to hand wash bras, especially ones with underwires. It's gentler than machine washing. & Reduces the risk of ripping the casing channel and ending up with poke-y wires.

- Get mesh laundry bags for delicate clothing items

- Any garments with high spandex content (like leggings, sports bras, athleisure in general) get structurally compromised by high temperatures. Spandex is literally rubber, and rubber gets brittle when not treated properly. Use only low temperatures on the dryer for these, to avoid shapeless leggings, etc.

- Ik people like to ignore them, but care labels are there for a reason. At the very least, heed the drying instructions on the label. If it says "hang dry", then hang dry. This prevents damage to garments prone to shrinkage, pill-ing, melting, etc. So, just separate those ones to hang up, after the wash

- If you live in a small apartment, like me, you can buy a cheap, 2nd spring-tension shower curtain rod off of Amazon to put in ur shower to get extra hang-drying space.

- Many cheap/fast-fashion dark denim jeans & darkly dyed Cotten garments are def a dye-bleed risk for the first few washings (to be safe, be cautious of dye bleeding in any fast-fashion garment that isn't made from polyester or nylon, the first time you wash them)

- The lint traps in dryers def need to be cleaned!!! After every round. And, tho it looks questionable, there's nothing gross in them . It's mostly just cotton and/or acrylic (i.e. imitation wool) fibres that broke loose from ur clothing (especially true for sweaters/anything flannel). If you have pets with fur, the lint trap collects that too.

In case no one told you growing up

Bras last longer if you let them air dry. Don’t put them in the dryer.

If you have a problem with frizzy hair, don’t dry your hair with a towel. It makes the frizzies worse. (I recently read an article that said to use a t-shirt? I brush mine out and let it air dry.)

Whites wash best in hot water. Everything else can be in cold - save on your electricity bill.

You can kill 99.9% of germs in a sponge by putting it in the dishwasher for a cycle or by microwaving it for 2 min (be sure to make the sponge damp before microwaving and to put a cup half full of water in with it and please DO NOT squeeze the sponge until it has cooled off)

Airing out your room/house and letting sunlight in every so often can decrease the number of household pests like silverfish and ants.

Black underwear is best during your period as stains are less likely to be visible.

To save money, put aside 10% of each paycheck into a savings account. It’ll add up.

Unless your hair has something on/in it (like grease or mud or something), using conditioner first can actually be the better choice. The conditioner holds in the good oils that help you hair look sleek and beautiful, which shampoo would otherwise wash away.

Speaking of shampoo - if you have long hair, washing just the bits that touch your scalp is generally enough. The rest of your hair gets cleaned with just the run off from your scalp.

If you put a tampon in and it’s uncomfortable/you can feel it, you didn’t do it quite right. A properly placed tampon is virtually unnoticeable by the wearer.

Apply deodorant/antiperspirant a couple hours in advance of when you need it. This gives the product the chance to block your sweat glands. Using deodorant just before going somewhere where you’ll sweat (this means walking outside for people in high humidity places) results in your sweat washing the deodorant off and starkly limiting its usefulness.

After running the dryer, use the dryer sheet from that load to brush out the lint catch - it gets everything off in a fraction of the time it’ll take you to get it clean with your bare hands. Paper towels also work well.

Wash your face everyday, or as often as possible. Forget which brand of cleanser is best. Just washing your face everyday will guarantee you clearer skin. And do you best not to pop pimples, as tempting as the urge may be.

Fold laundry asap after taking it from the dryer to avoid wrinkles. This may seem obvious for dress shirts and silly for things like t-shirts, but you’ll notice the difference even then once your shirts stop looking like unfolded paper balls.

[poshfind]

Check out this listing I just added to my Poshmark closet: Lululemon Scuba Hoodie II in Rocky Road Sand Dune Toothpaste/Storm Grey/Black 4.

[karnesworth]

I-3 Wardrobe Deep Dives

KARINA: Always wearing one of her 3 favorite cardigans.  Knits, soft fabrics, brocades.  No visible zippers or denim.  Only wears leather as an accent over things.  Very few patterns: only tweeds / gentle plaids.  fern/leaf/vine/moss motifs.  Metal tips/accents: collar tips etc.  Layers layers layers.  The same clothing, layered in different ways.  Natural fibers: cotton, linen, wool.  Muted colors: greens blues browns khakis. Solid colors, but everything has a subtle texture to it.  She wears tactical gear (harnesses/etc) but they give her very little coverage and always leave her neck exposed.  Knees always covered.  Knee and elbow patches.  Fit-and-flare.  Softest fabrics close to her skin, then more tactical stuff on the outer layers. Flowy sleeves but always rolled or pinned up so they don’t get in the way. Three-quarter sleeves.  Rolled hems.  Straps across her chest and neck like a cage.  Chokers. No pleats. Crisscross lines.  Collar details: brooches, tips, embroidery.  Dark gold/bronze jewelry.  Vintage jewelry, borrowed from her mom.  Bare feet, strappy sandals, boots.  Low heels. Nails always bitten down.  Sleeves either three-quarter length or too long, there’s no in-between. Hair always falling out and wisping away.  Messy buns. Formal dresses are off-the-shoulder. Wrist warmers and fingerless gloves.  Soft a-line formal dresses.  Shoulders covered, throat open.

CONNOR: Older items meticulously cared for.  Light academia.  Tans, browns, blues, silvers.  Elbow patches.  Sleeves rolled up.  Pleats. Shoulder / pauldron details.  Sweater vests.  Worn jeans.  Solid colors.  Anatomical/bone motifs.  Henleys.  Oxford shoes.  Hand-mended.  Shirts tucked in.  Leather details.  Messy curly hair. Vintage formalwear. Thin ties.  Shoulder harnesses. Thin, faded t-shirts he’s saved forever, each with a sentimental story behind it.  

MICHAEL:  Seatbelt material. Polyester/nylon.  Webbing. Graphic t-shirts with the sleeves cut off.  He is physically incapable of buttoning the top two or three buttons of any shirt.  Low necklines / v necks.  Tight pants.  Chain motifs.  Letter/motorcycle jackets.  Shoes: Sneakers and loafers.  Untucked shirts.  Tight haircuts / fades.  Designer formalwear.  Ridiculously thin ties / bowties.  Buys new clothes instead of doing his laundry.  Hip harnesses.  Sleeveless tank tops.

CLAIRE: everything has a subtle sheen or sparkle to it.  Leather and satin.  Miniskirts with boots.  Ombre and color blocking.  Purples, silvers, golds, blacks.  Dagger motifs.  Structured clothing.  Rarely, if ever, rewears.  Princess waist. Sleeveless/strapless.  Strappy details.  Shiny velvets. Always has a knife or three hidden.  Bright whites.  Harnesses.  Crop tops / open sides / sheer cutouts.  Plunge / deep v necklines.  Pleats and folds.  Side slits.  Visible decorative zippers.  Designer trench coats.  Steals hoodies.  High heels. Nails always done.  Ankle boots. Hair always perfect, meticulously styled. Jewel tones. Glamorous athleisure. Bodycon formal dresses. Faux fur. Halter necks.  Fashion-forward asymmetry.

JUDITH: At first, you think she’s always wearing the same thing, then you realize that she’s wearing subtle variations of it-- her ‘comfort fashion’. Sun/star motifs.  Buckles and zippers.  Dropped waist.  Grey, black, crimson.  Very little color.  She has 45 iterations of the same t-shirt but some are more worn/torn/stained than others.  Either long sleeves or sleeveless, there’s no in between.  High necklines. Holster always visible.  Thigh Harnesses.  Angular lines.  Silver / icy platinum jewelry.  Motorcycle jackets.  Metal studs.  No heels.  Only wears skirts or dresses for formal occasions.  Hair braided and out of the way. Structured shoulders. 

[novoplata]

Fashun overhaul.

Since starting my current job seven months ago and transitioning into the corporate world, I've been rethinking my fashion sense and how I should dress up (thanks to two workplace dress code notices in my honour). My fashion sense has remained largely unchanged since my late 20s/early 30s. I've lived in denim shorts (and all shorts in general), tank tops and flip flops or sundresses and ballet flats for the past decade or so. As much as I hated receiving a written notice due to my dressing, it did make me think about whether I should start dressing more conservatively to suit my age. In my four years of working in a digital marketing agency, my dress code to work was athleisure wear/gym wear. That was one of the best parts about the job: being able to wear the same clothes I wear to work to the gym afterwards, and saving loads of time on laundry and detergent! Alas, things have to change to make way for growth. And change I must! Denim haul. I love shopping as much as the next woman, but I find shopping for jeans especially dreadful, which explains the last time I bought myself jeans was in 2017. 2016-2017 was the year that most people starteded re-embracing the higher-rised jeans. I loved my Levi's Demi Curve jeans but they were low-rise jeans and unless I wore a looser top, the trace of my muffin top would be out there for the world to see. I find shopping for jeans at a physical store and trying them out in the fitting room to be exhausting. Zalora.com was my online mall of choice and my go-to brand was Dorothy Perkins. Just type 'petite jeans' and enter!

This pair of DP Darcy jeans in dark indigo is really flattering!

Loved them so much that I got the same jeans in a lighter wash.

After getting two pairs of ripped jeans, I decided to get a grey one without the rips. This pair's called the Frankie jeans, which is more of a pair of jeggings than jeans. When I gave away my old Demi Curve jeans, I decided to get two new pairs of jeans as replacements. The jeans were from Uniqlo, and just like how it is with any fast-fashion brands, they were sold out pretty quickly. I just got them last week, and they were already sold out today. But then, I wasn't quite satisfied. I thought I might as well replace my old Levi's with another two pairs of good-quality Levi's.

Enter the Levi's 501s original cropped. Very comfy! I can see myself wearing them when I'm 50.

And finally, the best-selling Levi's ribcage ankle jeans, which had YouTube influencers singing their high praises. Getting older feels funny sometimes. Before putting out an outfit for the day, I've started asking myself, "Would a 40-year-old wear this?" Nonetheless, growing older is a privilege and an opportunity to explore fashion in a different sense. Here's to becoming a cool older lady and embracing age gracefully.

[adamgant]

Spain Summer Packing list

Spain Summer Packing list https://ift.tt/PSo74EU Sharing a Spain packing list and all of the things I packed for our trip! Hi friends! I hope you’re having a wonderful week so far. The kids and I are off to a base event, and I’m looking forward to a hot yoga class later today. I’ll share a full recap of our amazing trip to Spain next week, but in the meantime, I wanted to share a packing list with some of the things I brought! Spain summer packing list Wear on the way there and back: (I did a couple of loads of laundry while we were at the Airbnb) Spanx Air essentials set. I’m always cold on planes and this keeps me warm, and is comfy enough to sleep in Dresses: My goal with travel dresses is to bring short ones I can wear with sneakers during the day, and just swap to dressy sandals for dinner at night. I also brought a couple of dinner-only dresses. I found that the vibe there was pretty casual and anything goes (besides athleisure. Don’t do it lol). Skirts, shorts, dresses, with sandals and sneakers all worked. Daytime dresses: This floral mini dress (so cute with the white Vejas) High-neck traveler mini dress A Maeve short sleeve collared mini shirt dress (OOS right now and I can’t find anything similar) Hutch mini shirt dress (size down) Rails striped dress Ulla Johnson dress Derek Lam flutter sleeve dress An old Madewell short floral dress Dinner dresses: Farm Rio ocean tapestry dress. SO pretty, true to size, and on sale right now. Embroidered Farm Rio dress. The details on this are exquisitive. It was a splurge, but I’ve worn it so many times already. This one is on sale right now, too! Crochet-style maxi dress This red dress from RTR that was perfect for flamenco night 😉 Tops, skirts, and shorts: This skort with this bodysuit I also brought a pair of jean shorts with an embroidered top but didn’t wear it Workout gear: I knew I’d likely not get in official workouts, but I just brought some leggings and sports bras in case I could do Sculpt Society at the Airbnb while we were just hanging out, and also some shorts and a tank top for paddlebaording Vuori tank and shorts (2 sets) 1 pair of lulu leggings and an Align tank Swim: I brought my fave Vuori bikini and wore it with jean shorts, this coverup, and this visor Shoes: Veja low-top sneakers Valentino sandals Vivobarefoots (in case I could sneak in a workout- they actually stayed in my suitcase) Flat brown sandals Extras: Our suitcases are worth a shout out because we love them. They’re not expensive, huge, and excellent quality. We have three of these from Nordstrom Rack. Handbags – I brought my Gucci camera bag, a leather crossbody I got in Italy last summer, and ordered this really inexpensive one from Amazon for nights out. I was super impressed by the quality! This travel pillow! I’m a side sleeper, so this was a literal dream come true for the plane Melatonin. I tested out some melatonin before our trip to see if it would help me sleep on the plane. Usually I’m too anxious and toss and turn. I CRASHED OUT. It was everything! Obviously talk with your doctor before taking new new supplements, but this is the first time I haven’t been jet-lagged; it helped me reset my circadian rhythm. You can use FITNESSISTA10 here. Toiletries, especially my Oliveda face cream, eye care goodies, tinted SPF, and makeup I have another post planned soon with weird things I bring on vacation 😉 Also, it’s worth mentioning that Rent the Runway is SO worth it for trips. I love using it to try new brands – I’ll often end up buying the things I love – and I feel like it’s a sustainable way to rotate through a lot of pieces. You can use my referral link for 30% off your first month. Have a wonderful day and I’ll see ya soon! xoxo Gina The post Spain Summer Packing list appeared first on The Fitnessista. via The Fitnessista https://ift.tt/EbDZhav July 10, 2024 at 06:21AM

[shirtsbargain]

Why the Polo Has Become a Must-Have Campus Style

For apparel retailers catering to the college market, polos have become one of the hottest product categories in recent years. Long a menswear staple, the modest polo shirt has burst onto campuses nationwide as the latest must-have style for students of all genders. Its combination of casual athletic vibe and slightly dressier aesthetic has evidently struck a chord with today's college crowd, encouraging more retailers to invest in wholesale blank polo shirts to cater to this segment.

How did polos get here?

Major label endorsements from fashion-forward brands like Ralph Lauren, Lacoste and Fred Perry have undoubtedly helped drive polo popularity. But the style's enduring versatility, comfort, and functionality, in some cases, are what have solidified it as a campus essential from California to Maine. So what's behind the college polo craze? Let's break it down.

Versatile for Class or Kickbacks

A polo's clean, classic pique knit gives it a smart look that works equally well for class presentations or casual meetups. Paired with chinos or dark jeans, it reads upscale and pulled together. But untucked over shorts or joggers, it's an instant athleisure vibe for more relaxed campus kickbacks. 

This versatile style range makes the polo an easy all-day piece students can wear from morning lectures straight through night study sessions. Rotating just a few polos in different colors provides a simple wardrobe stretcher for lazy laundry habits. Long sleeve polos from Sport-Tek, CornerStone and Port Authority are what our customers mostly prefer when buying in bulk.

Sporty Yet Refined

Compared to basic cotton tees, polos have a more refined, polished aesthetic - but still project that sporty, relaxed attitude college students love, even when the garments come with pockets. Hallmarks like the flat knit collar, sleeve ribbing, and iconic placket pique detailing give polos a distinctly sporty heritage rooted in their origins as a breathable warm-weather athletic uniform.

They look perfect dressed up with a sweater vest for a prep vibe. Or when you leave it unbuttoned over a vintage tee, you get a skater, streetwear-inspired look. There's a definite cool factor to polos that college-goers identify with, that regular tees just can't match.

Performance Functionality

More apparel brands are taking cues from technical athletic wear and updating polos with moisture-wicking performance features. These polos absorb the moisture from the sweat and are conditioned to evaporate it quickly. Some of them also offer excellent odor resistance. It's a game-changer for avoiding sweat stains, bad odors and overheating on campus sprints between classes.

Style-savvy students also love how these technical polos resist wrinkles - ideal for looking presentable after stuffing them into backpacks or wearing for days on end. Top brands like Sport-Tek and New Era offer great options in this pique polo shirts category.

On-Trend Colors & Fabrics

Aside from advanced technical knits, polos made from classic cotton pique in vibrant hues are what’s getting wows on campuses. Appealing to college kids are colors like coral, sky blue, purple, colorblocks and other pastels that look fresh and Instagram-ready.

Brighter shades like green and hot pink are also huge for capturing that retro '90s aesthetic. When it comes to fabrications, cotton/poly blends create cool texture while vintage-inspired piques and heathered knits provide a nice rustic vibe.

With so many stylish fabric options, print/graphic treatments, and colors - not to mention added performance benefits - it's clear why the polo has become a must-have campus style and an all-around lucrative bet for retailers looking to invest in wholesale apparel. For retailers, ensuring a well-rounded assortment of polos from trusted brands like Port Authority, Sport-Tek, and New Era is key to cashing in on this booming trend.

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Wednesday, February 21st, 2024: Reverse Psychology

If nothing changes? Nothing changes.

Today I didn't feel amazing about myself. My love life is dredged from a river, my cardio and book reading goals for the month are going to require a push at the end, and I've been kind of messy bitch all in all. Literally and metaphorically.

It's the type of day where you have a big dose of the "who-cares-sies".

BUT- I still wore my lavender athleisure set to the beach, buying cookies from a freckled Girl Scout on the way back. I wore sunscreen and drank tea. I listened to another hilarious episode of "If Books Could Kill" while making spicy Italian sausage pasta. I cleaned the fridge and stove. I finished a power point (realllll lipstick on a pig situation) while watching more episodes of Love is Blind with Makenna.

Sara Kashani and Maddy Brockert hit me up. I folded laundry and listened to good music. Meditated. I battled some minor depressive demons. You bet your ass I had a few of those $6 cookies. (Thin mints, freezer). I tried to be here. Now. Present and accounted for.

It wasn't perfect, it felt like my circumstances were my situation, but I did what I could. And I ended the day happy that I had lived it, a little bit further down the line I've been free-handing with a more and more resilient hand.

I didn't have a to-do list begging to be scratched off today. Instead, I just wrote things down as I did them.

It's an impressive list honestly. And I didn't feel behind.

Let February by February. Let March be March.

[nathfiset]

100 questions a pregnant woman should ask herself

Here are 100 questions and answers a pregnant woman might include in an article entitled "100 Questions and Answers I Wished I Knew Before Getting Pregnant." I've added a touch of humor to some of them:1. Q: Can I still enjoy pickles and ice cream during pregnancy? A: Absolutely! Just don't forget the chocolate syrup for the ultimate pregnancy sundae.2. Q: Do I have to give up my beloved coffee? A: Nah, but maybe consider renaming it "mocha mommy fuel."3. Q: How soon will I start showing a baby bump? A: You might look more "burrito bump" early on, but the baby bump will arrive fashionably late.4. Q: Is it normal to resemble a beach ball by the third trimester? A: It's the latest fashion trend, darling. Embrace the roundness!5. Q: Can I still rock my high heels? A: Sure, just remember to bring flats in your purse for those unexpected waddle moments.6. Q: Will I ever stop feeling like a turtle stuck on its back when trying to get up? A: Eventually, you'll master the art of graceful rolling.7. Q: How do I deal with unsolicited belly rubs from strangers? A: Charge them a "belly rub tax" in the form of compliments.8. Q: Can I blame my pregnancy cravings on the baby? A: Absolutely! Tell everyone it's the baby's fault you devoured that entire pizza.9. Q: What's the best way to avoid baby-naming debates with family? A: Invent a secret baby name language only you and your partner understand.10. Q: Will my partner ever stop freaking out about the baby-proofing process? A: Once they wrap the entire house in foam, maybe.11. Q: How do I avoid "pregnancy brain" moments at work? A: Keep Post-its handy to label your desk items: "This is a stapler."12. Q: Is it normal to sob uncontrollably at diaper commercials? A: If they can make you cry, they're doing their job.13. Q: Can I use my bump as an excuse for special treatment? A: Absolutely! It's your golden ticket to the front of the line.14. Q: Will my partner ever stop snoring so loudly at night? A: Try earplugs or a white noise machine to drown out the "serenades."15. Q: How do I avoid crying during every sentimental movie or TV show? A: Good luck with that. Even car commercials might get you.16. Q: Can I get away with wearing yoga pants every day? A: Absolutely, and just tell everyone you're committed to "prenatal athleisure."17. Q: Will I ever stop thinking, "I need to pee" every five minutes? A: Nope. Just embrace your newfound bladder awareness.18. Q: How do I politely decline being in charge of the baby shower games? A: Fake a sudden obsession with mime performances or interpretive dance.19. Q: Is it okay to consider naming my baby after my favorite snack? A: Baby Dorito has a nice ring to it, doesn't it?20. Q: How can I politely respond to people who comment on my size? A: "I'm growing a human, what's your superpower?"21. Q: What's the best way to handle unsolicited parenting advice? A: Nod, smile, and secretly file it under "advice I'll never use."22. Q: Can I use pregnancy as an excuse to skip chores indefinitely? A: Try, but eventually, you'll have to face the laundry pile of doom.23. Q: Is it normal to have vivid dreams about weird things? A: Absolutely. Just wait until the baby dreams kick in.24. Q: How do I survive childbirth without screaming for my mom? A: You might still scream for your mom. It's okay; moms are superhero reinforcements.25. Q: Will my partner ever understand my mood swings? A: They'll try, but it's like decoding hieroglyphics written in emoji.26. Q: How do I avoid strangers' horror birth stories? A: Respond with even more outrageous and hilarious tales of your own.27. Q: Can I use pregnancy as an excuse to eat the last slice of cake? A: You can, but you might also have to share it with the baby.28. Q: How do I resist the urge to organize everything? A: Labeling the labels is your only hope.29. Q: What's the best way to handle unsolicited belly touches? A: Set up a "touching booth" with a sign-up sheet and velvet rope.30. Q: Can I blame my baby for my sudden urge to buy cute baby clothes? A: Absolutely! Just tell everyone the baby insisted on a stylish wardrobe.31. Q: How do I prevent my partner from fainting during labor? A: Give them a crash course in "Deep Breathing 101."32. Q: Is it okay to nap whenever and wherever I want? A: Absolutely! Call it "practicing for baby's sleep schedule."33. Q: How do I hide my "baby brain" moments at work? A: Blame it on the office ghost. "Must be the ghost rearranging my files again."34. Q: Can I use pregnancy as an excuse to avoid jury duty? A: Try it, but the judge might want to see a doctor's note.35. Q: Will my partner ever stop researching parenting tips? A: They might eventually, but only because they'll be too sleep-deprived to type.36. Q: How do I resist the urge to hoard baby gear? A: Remind yourself that the baby doesn't need a wardrobe bigger than yours (yet).37. Q: Can I blame pregnancy for my sudden obsession with baby animals? A: Absolutely! Call it "maternal nesting instincts."38. Q: How do I politely deflect questions about my birth plan? A: Tell them you're planning to give birth on the moon—less gravity, you know.39. Q: Is it normal to crave weird food combinations? A: Totally normal. Just blame it on the baby's eclectic palate.40. Q: Can I use pregnancy as an excuse to get out of social events? A: Absolutely! Cite "mandatory baby bonding time."41. Q: How do I resist the urge to turn everything into a nursery theme? A: Fight the urge to paint your car in pastel colors, but feel free to decorate the nursery like a whimsical forest.42. Q: Will my partner ever stop asking, "Are  continue  ChatGPT 43. Q: Can I use pregnancy as an excuse for being fashionably late? A: Absolutely! Just strut in fashionably late, blame the baby for your "fashionably slow" pace.44. Q: How do I handle unsolicited baby name suggestions? A: Create a "baby name suggestion box" and tell people you'll draw one out when the time comes.45. Q: Can I blame pregnancy for my newfound talent in interpretive dance? A: Absolutely! Say it's your baby's way of communicating.46. Q: How do I avoid getting lost in a sea of baby registries? A: Craftily create a registry scavenger hunt for friends and family to find your picks.47. Q: Will my partner ever stop leaving baby books all over the house? A: Eventually, you'll have a mini library, but that's okay because baby can never have too many stories.48. Q: How do I keep my sense of humor during pregnancy mood swings? A: Embrace the mood swings and blame the sudden outbursts on your "method acting" career.49. Q: Can I use pregnancy as an excuse to escape awkward social gatherings? A: Absolutely! Just say you have a "baby sensitivity training" class to attend.50. Q: How do I resist the urge to buy every baby gadget on the market? A: Consult your budget, then consult your inner shopaholic.51. Q: Will my partner ever stop telling dad jokes? A: Not a chance. Get ready for an endless supply of baby-themed puns.52. Q: How do I politely handle comments about my growing belly? A: Respond with a wink and say, "It's where I keep all my extra laughter."53. Q: Can I blame pregnancy for my sudden obsession with nursery rhyme karaoke? A: Absolutely! Tell everyone the baby enjoys early music education.54. Q: How do I keep my cool when the baby kicks at inconvenient times? A: Laugh it off and consider it "baby's way of saying hello."55. Q: Can I use pregnancy as an excuse for extra dessert servings? A: Of course! Just tell them it's "double dessert duty" for you and the baby.56. Q: How do I handle the never-ending "Is it a boy or a girl?" questions? A: Keep them guessing by saying, "It's a surprise party, and even I don't know yet!"57. Q: Can I use pregnancy as an excuse to avoid traffic tickets? A: Attempt to negotiate with the traffic officer using your best "baby on board" charm.58. Q: How do I avoid falling asleep during pregnancy yoga classes? A: Channel your inner yogi and claim it's "meditation practice."59. Q: Can I blame pregnancy for my sudden affinity for baby animal videos? A: Absolutely! It's your "baby's first education in the animal kingdom."60. Q: How do I keep my partner from reading parenting books aloud in bed? A: Try telling them that bedtime stories are for the baby, not for grown-ups.61. Q: Can I use pregnancy as an excuse for being forgetful? A: Absolutely! Just call it "baby brain amnesia" and ask others to help you remember things.62. Q: How do I politely respond to people who say, "Sleep while you can"? A: Smile and say, "I plan to sleep through baby's cries like a pro."63. Q: Can I blame pregnancy for my newfound ability to predict the weather? A: Absolutely! Tell them you have a "baby weather barometer."64. Q: How do I resist the urge to turn every conversation into baby talk? A: Baby talk is contagious, so just give in and sprinkle it into every chat.65. Q: Can I use pregnancy as an excuse for overusing emojis in texts? A: Absolutely! Say the baby is an emoji enthusiast.66. Q: How do I handle people giving unsolicited parenting advice at the grocery store? A: Pretend to mishear them and ask for advice on the best ice cream flavor for pregnancy cravings.67. Q: Can I blame pregnancy for my constant daydreaming about baby names? A: Absolutely! Tell everyone you're auditioning names for your baby's upcoming blockbuster role.68. Q: How do I resist the urge to turn my entire social media feed into a baby photo gallery? A: Create a separate "Babygram" account to share all the adorable pics.69. Q: Can I use pregnancy as an excuse to start conversations with strangers about baby poop? A: Absolutely! Start a poop conversation club at your local coffee shop.70. Q: How do I survive the inevitable "back in my day" lectures from grandparents? A: Nod, smile, and later marvel at how they survived without smartphones.71. Q: Can I blame pregnancy for my obsession with baby-themed reality TV shows? A: Absolutely! Call it "baby research."72. Q: How do I politely deflect people who ask, "Are you ready for this?" with a serious face? A: Respond with, "I've been training for this moment my whole life."73. Q: Can I use pregnancy as an excuse for buying all the baby outfits with animal ears? A: Absolutely! Babies are cuter with ears, after all.74. Q: How do I maintain my dignity when attempting prenatal yoga poses? A: Embrace the wobbliness and consider it a new form of interpretive dance.75. Q: Can I blame pregnancy for my sudden urge to build a pillow fort? A: Absolutely! It's all about "baby nest preparation."76. Q: How do I avoid excessive nesting behavior? A: Channel your energy into painting imaginary rainbows in the nursery.77. Q: Can I use pregnancy as an excuse for impulse buying baby shoes? A: Absolutely! They're for the baby's imaginary shoe collection.78. Q: How do I politely respond to people who say, "Your life will never be the same"? A: Say, "I hope not; I'm counting on it being way more exciting!"79. Q: Can I blame pregnancy for my obsession with creating a baby playlist? A: Absolutely! The baby deserves a killer soundtrack from day one.80. Q: How do I handle people who ask, "Are you sure you're ready for this?" A: Respond with, "I'm ready for anything! Bring on the baby adventures!"Remember, pregnancy is a unique journey, and while humor can help lighten the mood, it's essential to seek support and guidance when needed. These questions and answers are meant to bring a smile to your face as you navigate the exciting world of pregnancy.  continue  ChatGPT 81. Q: Can I use pregnancy as an excuse to watch endless hours of baby animal videos? A: Absolutely! Call it "baby animal research."82. Q: How do I politely deflect questions about my baby's future career aspirations? A: Respond with, "We're keeping our options open, but astronaut-rockstar-unicorn-trainer is a possibility."83. Q: Can I blame pregnancy for my newfound passion for painting baby room murals? A: Absolutely! Tell everyone it's the baby's first art appreciation class.84. Q: How do I resist the urge to turn every conversation into a baby name brainstorming session? A: Carry a tiny notebook labeled "Secret Baby Name Discussions" to jot down ideas discreetly.85. Q: Can I use pregnancy as an excuse for wanting dessert after every meal? A: Absolutely! Call it "baby's sweet tooth training."86. Q: How do I handle the endless debates about baby sleep training? A: Politely declare your allegiance to "The Baby Sleep Olympics" and let the games begin.87. Q: Can I blame pregnancy for my sudden obsession with baby-proofing everything? A: Absolutely! Safety first, or as you call it, "baby-proofing overdrive."88. Q: How do I resist the urge to turn every baby outfit into a fashion show? A: Give in to the fashionista within and start a baby runway walk-off.89. Q: Can I use pregnancy as an excuse for binge-watching parenting sitcoms? A: Absolutely! It's your way of studying comedic baby tactics.90. Q: How do I politely respond when people ask, "Are you scared about the delivery?" A: Grin and say, "Nah, I'm just hoping for a Hollywood-style dramatic entrance."91. Q: Can I blame pregnancy for my obsession with organizing baby socks by color? A: Absolutely! You're nurturing the baby's future sense of style.92. Q: How do I avoid becoming the "baby advice hotline" for every friend and family member? A: Redirect inquiries to your imaginary "Baby Wisdom Bots."93. Q: Can I use pregnancy as an excuse for turning every family gathering into a baby shower? A: Absolutely! Say you're celebrating the baby's future achievements.94. Q: How do I maintain a straight face when people offer to babysit before the baby arrives? A: Accept with enthusiasm and suggest they start by babysitting your imaginary friend.95. Q: Can I blame pregnancy for my sudden obsession with collecting baby booties? A: Absolutely! Tell everyone you're building a baby shoe museum.96. Q: How do I avoid the temptation to turn every ultrasound photo into framed artwork? A: Create a digital gallery and label it "Baby's Artistic Journey."97. Q: Can I use pregnancy as an excuse for baby-themed dance performances? A: Absolutely! Every wiggle and shake is a prenatal dance rehearsal.98. Q: How do I handle the "You're glowing!" compliments without blushing? A: Respond with, "Thanks! It's my new 'pregnant unicorn' highlighter."99. Q: Can I blame pregnancy for my sudden interest in starting a baby-themed podcast? A: Absolutely! It's your way of sharing baby wisdom with the world.100. Q: How do I keep my sense of humor intact when navigating the world of pregnancy? A: Embrace every moment, laugh at the unexpected, and remember that the journey is an adventure filled with love, laughter, and endless baby socks.Pregnancy is a remarkable journey filled with joy, excitement, and occasional surprises. Embracing humor along the way can make the experience even more enjoyable. So, here's to a pregnancy filled with laughter and unforgettable moments!

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Check out this listing I just added to my Poshmark closet: Free People Movement The Way Home Shorts - Arctic Mist - XS.