#private label body products

[fairygene]

A dependable private label body products manufacturer ought to be able to create successful label brand food items and improve deals opportunities for little businesses or startup companies. Different features like symbol, pictures may be personalized for a better shopping experience.

[goodnessofnaturein]

The Goodness of Nature: Unlocking the Beauty of White Label Body Products

Introduction

In today's fast-paced world, consumers are increasingly seeking products that are not only effective but also environmentally conscious and sustainable. This shift in consumer preferences has led to the rise of white label body products and private label cosmetics. These products allow brands to harness the goodness of nature and provide their customers with high-quality beauty solutions, all while reducing their environmental footprint. In this article, we will explore the advantages of white label body products and private label cosmetics with low minimum order quantities (MOQs), and how cosmetic brands can benefit from working with private label manufacturers located nearby.

The Rise of White Label Body Products

White label body products refer to cosmetics and personal care items that are produced by one company and then labeled and sold by another under their own brand name. These products are usually manufactured with natural and eco-friendly ingredients, making them a perfect choice for beauty brands aiming to cater to the growing demand for environmentally conscious products.

One of the key benefits of white label body products is the wide range of product options available. Brands can choose from various skincare, haircare, and beauty items, ensuring that they can provide a comprehensive product lineup to their customers. Moreover, these products can be customized to match the brand's unique identity and values, allowing for a more personalized and on-brand experience for consumers.

Private Label Cosmetics with Low MOQ

The minimum order quantity (MOQ) can often be a significant hurdle for small and emerging beauty brands. Fortunately, private label manufacturers have responded to this challenge by offering low MOQ options. This flexibility allows cosmetic brands to experiment with different products and formulations, reducing the risk associated with large production runs.

Private label cosmetics with low MOQ also enable brands to respond swiftly to changing market trends and customer demands. This agility in product development and introduction allows businesses to stay competitive and adapt to new opportunities in the beauty industry.

Cosmetic Brands That Use Private Label Manufacturers

Many well-known cosmetic brands have recognized the advantages of working with private label manufacturers for their product lines. This includes both established brands and emerging startups that are looking to make a name for themselves in the beauty industry. By partnering with private label manufacturers, these brands can focus on what they do best – marketing, branding, and customer engagement – while relying on experts to develop and produce top-quality beauty products.

Beauty Manufacturers Near Me

Having a private label manufacturer nearby can be a game-changer for cosmetic brands. The proximity ensures faster communication, product development, and delivery times. It allows brands to have more control over their production processes and build stronger relationships with their manufacturers.

Additionally, working with local manufacturers can have positive implications for sustainability. Reduced transportation distances and emissions contribute to a brand's eco-friendly image, aligning with the increasing consumer demand for environmentally responsible products.

Conclusion

In a world where consumers are seeking eco-friendly and sustainable beauty solutions, white label body products and private label cosmetics with low MOQs have emerged as powerful tools for cosmetic brands. By partnering with private label manufacturers, brands can tap into the goodness of nature while providing high-quality beauty products to their customers. The advantages of these products extend to customization, agility, and sustainability, making them an attractive choice for any cosmetic brand looking to stand out in the industry.

As the beauty industry continues to evolve, more cosmetic brands are likely to recognize the potential of white label and private label solutions. Embracing the goodness of nature and environmentally responsible practices will not only satisfy the demands of eco-conscious consumers but also position brands for long-term success in a changing market.

[hello-nichya-here]

So I've asked you this in private, but I thought the rest of your followers should see this as your thoughts are quite entertaining.

What is your opinion on the idea of stuff like this being the only acceptable method of pornography?

*cracks knuckles* Let's get the easiest part out of the way first.

Saying Something Is "Female-Friendly" Is Just Marketing

I'm sorry (not really) to be the one to state the obvious, but at best labeling any kind of pornography as "female friendly" means "most of the people that enjoy this are women" - which is very different from saying "ALL women are into this" or "No guys are ever into this." It's the good old "this cartoon is for boys, that one is for girls."

It's not a radical statement, it's not revolutionary, and it is at best a morally neutral mention of a random statistic that is being used to find the best demography to advertise to and at worst just pointlessly trying to force people into boxes with that they are/are not allowed to enjoy based on their gender.

Don't believe me? Well, too bad because this image you're seeing is literally part of a facebook ad for a porn site. The name of the site and of the artist they were working with can be seen at the top in the uncut version. Like I said, it doesn't matter how "radical" these claims of "this product is made for/by X minority group" pretend to be, at the end of the day it's just marketing.

"Oh, but people obviously support the message it's sending anyway!" True... but that message is at best filled with poor word choices, and full on terrible at worst.

Consent - Important In Real Life, Meaningless In Fantasy

In the context of this being an ad for a porno site, I think it's safe to say "Consent-based" is just a way of assuring viewers that every actress was fully consenting to every sexual act and was not pressured into anything in any way, which is the bare minimum.

HOWEVER, I've seen plenty of people misunderstand or flat out lie about the "consent-based porn" term means. Like I explained, it is meant to be about the ACTORS consenting - but their "characters" don't need to consent to anything because they are not real. A hardcore CNC fantasy with the actress pretending she doesn't want the sex/is not enjoying it while her co-star pretends to force themselves on her is STILL consent-based if the actress playing the victim role can stop the scene for literally any reason and even walk out completely if that's what she wants.

Unfortunatelly, because kink-shaming is still very much a thing, people act like that is crossing a line and totally counts as legitimate assault - even in videos that the actors before AND after the scene mention how excited they are, how great it was, openly discuss their kinks, etc.

Nobody needs to watch something so extreme if they don't want to, but I have a serious problem with people saying stuff like that shouldn't ever happen. If the people involved in the role-play are doing it WILLINGLY and can back down at any moment, then it isn't in anyway immoral.

Sexual Attraction Is NOT The Same As Respect/Acceptance

Once again, I'm sorry (not really) to be the one who has to tell you guys this, but "representation" in porn is meaningless because:

1 - It doesn't matter how many porn videos there are of any minority group - each individual person picking something to watch will only click on the ones that show people with the body-types and genders they are attracted to, doing stuff they personally find appealing.

2 - "This kind of porn is popular" does not in anyway translate to "this is what society deems morally acceptable". A ton of homophobes LOVE lesbian porn. My country, Brazil, has always had porn with trans people and crossdressers as one of THE most popular trends - yet we are also the country that commits hate crimes against them the most, even when compared to places where being trans or crossdressing is literally a crime that earns you an authomatic death sentence. Incest porn has been obscenely popular everywhere for decades yet most people STILL find the thought of real-life incest absoutely repulsive.

3 - "I am not usually/ever attracted to people of group X" doesn't authomatically mean "I HATE people of group X." Just cause I like red-heads and brunettes, doesn't mean I'll be commiting hate crimes against blondes. If that was how things worked, sex-repulsed asexuals would hate literally all of humanity.

Wanting porn to be inclusive is utterly pointless because sexual attraction is 100% morally neutral. Which brings us to...

What Even Counts As "Objectification"?

Once again, if by "Don't objectify people" we are talking about how "Just because you hired this person to star in a porno, it doesn't mean you can just ignore their consent, comfort and safety for the sake of your fetish" then yeah, that's the bare minimum.

However, if you're saying "don't objectify people" as a way to say "Don't make the video too graphic/obscene/kinky" then we absolutely have a problem here because, my guy, it's porn. It is all about letting us see hot people looking slutty and fucking in great, explict detail.

"Oh, but these sexual acts are humiliating and gross!" To you, maybe. But not to the actors that are very willing to do it. I've had some of my fetishes be called both deeply disturbing and gross AND the most vanilla shit ever. That kind of stuff is 100% subjective, and the only people who can say "I felt disrespected/unsafe/abused" are the actors themselves. Once again, if THEY consented, there's nothing wrong with it regardless of it appealing to you or not.

"Oh, but we'd be wasting an opportunity to educate people/give X group more representation"

If I ever click on a porno and there's a two minute intro with the actors, both belonging to some minority group, talking about how one of them is also historian and the other is a astronomer, I will STILL only care about seeing them fuck even though I love both history and astronomy - not because I don't think they can't possibly know what they're talking about since they are sex workers or because of some kind of bigotry, but because, surprise surprise, I only check out porn sites for the porn. That's what EVERYONE does.

Hell, bad porn can be used to educate people. 50 Shades is awful and a ton of ignorant people think it is 100% accurate to how BDSM actually works. However, this has led to entire groups of people who are actually kinky to discuss REAL BDSM with vanilla people and educate them on how it can be a great thing. And, of course, there's people that enjoy those shitty novels/movies but KNOW they are not accurate representiation of BDSM because they are aware that PORN IS JUST FANTASY, NOT A GUIDE TO HOW SEX SHOULD WORK!

"But it's so shallow to focus only on these people's looks and know literally nothing else about them!"

Yes, and? Being "shallow" isn't always bad, and feeling attracted to someone solely for their looks is not a crime.

Don't get me wrong, I'm a goddamn fanfic writer and I was once the classic "teenager that totally thinks she'd have a chance with that famous rockstar that is old enough to be her dad", I KNOW that the thought of a real connection (emotional, intelectual, etc) CAN be hot - but there's nothing wrong with "These two people whose names I don't even know look hot, I wanna see them fuck, then I'll go take a nap and never think of them again." These porn stars are not crying themselves to sleep because people whose faces they've never even seen don't know anything about them other than how they look without clothes on.

"Female" Pleasure - Yet ANOTHER Hollow Marketing Term!

Seriously, that last one REALLY irritated me because it's one of those things that tries to sound progressive, but are meaningless at best and downright sexist at worst, because it implies:

1 - There must be a strict separation between "female" pleasure and "male" pleasure. A sexual act cannot possibly be enjoyable for both the guy and the girl, and gender prevents men and women from EVER being into the same thing (as a woman that finds more porn that fits my taste in "male-centered" sites than in most "porn for women" sites, this one gets on my nerves).

2 - Pleasuring one's partner cannot possibly be enjoyable - so, say, a girl cannot possibly enjoying giving her boyfriend head, and vice versa.

3 - Sex is a competition and women NEED to win because "female" pleasure is apparently more moral than "male" pleasure (hence the "ALL porn can and should be 'female' friendly")

4 - ALL women are turned on/turned off by the exact same sexual acts, and the level of pleasure they get is always exactly the same. Preferences are not individual and never change over time. (Seriously, a woman directs a sex scene between two actresses, the editor is a woman, and all the viewers are women - which one will speak for her entire gender and decide what "female" pleasure looks like? You see how silly this sounds?)

Conclusion

Sex and sexuality can never be over-simplified like that, and fantasies are just harmless fun.

[fullscoreshenanigans]

I have been wondering...who gives the children their names? Are the names given by the Mothers of the Farms? Wouldn't it be counter productive? U know with the sentiment that when you name something/one you get attached.

Why not just refer to the children by their IDs? It's not like the children themselves would know that this is fucked up. What with them being raised the way they were.

Copying a chunk of my answer from this post, but Shirai's given us conflicting information on this.

(Mystic Code Book Chapter 1 Q&A)

I default to the bonus comic being the most accurate to simultaneously keep any sisters in HQ from potentially getting attached to the infants by giving them official names and to make the moms more endeared and caring toward the children they named themselves.

(A reward for scoring high on the official site's IQ test, reprinted in The Promised Neverland Art Book World; one of the few times we get to see them with their short sleeves for warmer weather.)

That doesn't mean that all the sisters adhere to that protocol in private, though.

Why not just refer to the children by their IDs? It's not like the children themselves would know that this is fucked up. What with them being raised the way they were.

Maybe for a bit when they've very young, until they learn how to read and start noticing none of the books from the human world address people by numbers.

They already have the identification markers visibly on their necks as opposed to how the other farms place their labels on other body parts that can easily be covered and out of sight, out of mind more often.

(Chapter 27)

Drawing attention to it further would go against one of the two policies of Grace Field that allows them to maintain the veneer of playing house.

[liesmyteachertoldme]

FDA a criminal organization

In the late 1800s, food producers were selling adulterated products, and pharmaceutical companies peddled medicines with secret ingredients like opium and alcohol. Public outrage grew, especially after exposés like Upton Sinclair’s The Jungle,3 which helped spark the 1906 Pure Food and Drug Act.4 This law gave the Bureau of Chemistry the power to ensure accurate labeling and prevent harmful additives in food.

The director of the Bureau of Chemistry (and thus the first head of the FDA), Harvey Wiley5 conducted tests on food additives, proving they made healthy volunteers sick. While the public and many scientists supported his findings, the food industry fought back with powerful lobbyists and legal tactics.

Note: The additives Wiley scrutinized were boric acid and borax, salicylic acid (aspirin) and salicylates, benzoic acid and benzoates, sulfur dioxide and sulfites, formaldehyde, sulfate of copper (used to green produce), and saltpeter (nitrates).

Gradually, the food industry hijacked the presidency, and in 1912, Wiley resigned, realizing he could achieve more for America’s health as a private citizen than within the government.

Wiley’s book "The History of a Crime Against the Food Law"6 details much of the same abhorrent industry tactics we see happening now. For example, a series of investigative reports7 have recently shown that the processed food industry’s lobbyists are now working fervently behind the scenes to block RFK’s nomination and ability to Make America Healthy Again.

Those tactics also highlight a key point Wiley made — the only way to create change in this industry is to coax the public at large to demand it, as the moment you rely upon the members of the government to fix it, lobbyists will crush those efforts.

Generally Recognized as "Safe"

Many food additives are "generally recognized as safe" (GRAS), meaning they’re widely used without regulation. Wiley faced two major issues: food industry counterfeiting and harmful additives. The industry often faked products to cut costs, like selling grain alcohol as whiskey or using polluted waters to enlarge oysters.

Despite evidence of harm, the food industry claimed these additives were essential for production, even though competitors showed higher-quality products could be made without them. Wiley also warned that chronic exposure to additives could cause long-term health issues, such as organ damage and aging.

Sadly, his concerns were ignored as industry influence grew and he was unable to ban them. As a result, these "safe" additives have contributed to widespread chronic illness in society.

Note: Those additives included sodium benzoate,8 sulfur dioxide, alum (potassium aluminum sulfate), sulfur dioxide, saccharin, modified corn sugars, saccharin, and nitrogen bleached flour — many of which were linked to cancer.9 Sadly, since 2000, nearly 99% of new food chemicals added to the food supply chain have exploited the GRAS loophole.10

I believe the widespread use of aluminum in processed foods is particularly detrimental (due to it greatly impairing the physiologic zeta potential and causing micro-clotting throughout the body), and provides a key explanation for why you often see certain rapid improvements in individuals once they stop eating processed foods.

[tubetrading]

Apple Cider Vinegar and Your Metabolism:  A Natural Way to Boost Your Energy

Apple cider vinegar (ACV) has gained significant popularity as a natural health booster.  From aiding digestion to supporting weight management, this versatile condiment is packed with benefits.  Among its many advantages, its impact on metabolism stands out, making it a go-to choice for health-conscious individuals.  If you are looking to understand how apple cider vinegar can enhance your energy levels, you are in the right place.  As a leading apple vinegar manufacturer in India, Modern Food Products brings you insights into the power of this golden elixir.

The Science Behind Apple Cider Vinegar and Metabolism

Metabolism refers to the chemical processes your body uses to convert food into energy.  An efficient metabolism helps maintain energy levels, supports weight management, and keeps your body functioning optimally.  Apple cider vinegar contains acetic acid, which plays a key role in boosting metabolic processes.

1.         Improved Blood Sugar Regulation

One of the primary ways apple cider vinegar influences metabolism is by improving blood sugar regulation.  It helps slow down the absorption of carbohydrates, preventing sudden spikes and crashes in blood sugar levels.  This stabilizes energy levels throughout the day.

2.         Enhanced Fat Burning

Studies suggest that apple cider vinegar can promote fat burning by activating specific enzymes that break down fats.  This makes it an excellent addition to your diet if you are aiming to manage weight while staying energetic.

3.         Support for Digestive Health

Healthy digestion is critical for efficient metabolism.  Apple cider vinegar boosts the production of stomach acids, aiding in the breakdown of food and improving nutrient absorption.  As a key product offered by food processing companies in Gujarat, ACV is increasingly valued for its digestive benefits.

How to Incorporate Apple Cider Vinegar into Your Diet

Integrating apple cider vinegar into your daily routine is easy and versatile.  Here are some popular ways to enjoy its benefits:

Morning Detox Drink:  Mix one tablespoon of apple cider vinegar with a glass of warm water and a dash of honey.

Salad Dressings:  Use ACV as a tangy ingredient in your salad dressings for a flavorful and healthy boost.

Cooking:  Add it to marinades, soups, and sauces to enhance flavors while reaping its benefits.

As an apple cider vinegar supplier in UAE, Modern Food Products offers high-quality ACV that is perfect for culinary and health applications.

Private Labeling Opportunities in Vadodara

With the growing demand for apple cider vinegar, businesses are exploring opportunities to introduce their own branded products.  At Modern Food Products, we offer private labeling services in Vadodara, enabling businesses to market premium-quality apple cider vinegar under their brand names.  Our expertise in the food processing industry in Vadodara ensures that every product meets stringent quality standards.

Why Choose Modern Food Products?

As one of the best food product companies in Vadodara, Modern Food Products stands out for its commitment to quality, innovation, and customer satisfaction.  Here is what sets us apart:

State-of-the-Art Facilities:  Our advanced manufacturing unit in Vadodara enables us to produce high-quality apple cider vinegar efficiently.

Custom Solutions:  From private labelling to bulk supply, we cater to diverse business needs.

Global Reach:  As a trusted apple cider vinegar exporter in United Arab Emirates, we ensure timely delivery and exceptional service for our international clients.

The Role of Food Processing in Enhancing Apple Cider Vinegar’s Benefits

The food processing industry in Vadodara plays a crucial role in maximizing the health benefits of apple cider vinegar.  By employing advanced techniques, Modern Food Products ensures that our ACV retains its natural properties while meeting global quality standards.  This dedication makes us one of the leading food processing companies in Gujarat and a preferred condiments manufacturer in India.

Health Benefits of Apple Cider Vinegar Beyond Metabolism

While boosting metabolism is a key benefit, apple cider vinegar offers a range of additional health advantages:

1.         Supports Weight Management

ACV helps curb appetite and promotes a feeling of fullness, aiding in weight management efforts.

2.         Promotes Heart Health

Regular consumption of ACV can improve cholesterol levels and support heart health.

3.         Boosts Immunity

Rich in antioxidants and antimicrobial properties, apple cider vinegar strengthens the immune system.

4.         Enhances Skin Health

When used topically, ACV can help balance skin pH and reduce acne.

The Future of Apple Cider Vinegar in the Health Industry

The demand for natural health products like apple cider vinegar is growing rapidly.  As a top food manufacturing company in Vadodara, we are committed to meeting this demand with innovative and high-quality offerings.  Our position as a trusted food company in Gujarat reflects our dedication to excellence in the food processing companies in India.

Partnering with Modern Food Products

Whether you are a retailer looking for a reliable apple cider vinegar supplier in UAE or a brand exploring private labeling services in Vadodara, Modern Food Products is your go-to partner.  With our expertise as a leading apple vinegar manufacturer in India, we deliver products that align with your business goals and customer expectations.

Conclusion

Apple cider vinegar is more than just a condiment; it is a powerhouse of health benefits that can transform your metabolism and energy levels.  By choosing high-quality apple cider vinegar from a trusted condiments manufacturer in India like Modern Food Products, you can ensure optimal results for your health and business needs.

Modern Food Products’ commitment to quality, innovation, and customer satisfaction makes us the preferred choice for clients worldwide.  Whether you need a reliable apple cider vinegar exporter in United Arab Emirates or are looking to leverage private labeling services in Vadodara, we are here to help.

Boost your metabolism naturally with premium apple cider vinegar from Modern Food Products.  Contact us today to learn more about our offerings and how we can support your journey to health and success.

[chronal-anomaly]

The Switzerland Rehab Garden, nicknamed The Gardens, was a long term medical rehab facility for extremely private and protected clients. Members of their alum include world leaders, billionaires, and one plucky pilot destined to make history.

Lena was taken to The Gardens once she completed half of her training regimen. Her body was strong and her mind was set; they no longer referred to Lena by her name, but by The Pilot, or The Asset, for those unaware of the project. Another six months of training and she would be embarking on the Slipstream project.

The Gardens, as the name suggested, was a medical center nestled in the mountains, and overlooked both the ocean and a beautifully arranged garden that aimed to "improve the mental and physical recovery of their patients." It was several acres large, with tailored paths and places to sit and enjoy your surroundings.

Lena was booked into a private suite in a private wing, with high level contagion restrictions. This meant a portion of the garden was accessible by her balcony, but she was otherwise cut off from the other patients of the facility. To enter, a full hazmat suit was required. As such, her twenty-four hour guard was stationed outside of the ward doors and along the fence of the garden, to prevent anyone from breaking in - or breaking out.

Her care was handled entirely by Overwatch scientists, doctors, and researchers stationed there. Everyone else was excluded from knowing who resided in the north wing of the Gardens.

The vaccination schedule consisted of 2-4 vaccines a cycle, with 10 cycles. Vaccine schedule was determined by the magnitude of the disease, along with the rate of antibody production. These often came with significant side effects, usually a moderate case of whatever disease they were treating.

Lena was ill for the greater part of six months, body processing the likes of yellowfever, tuberculosis, shigella, and other international and regional viral and bacterial illnesses, both modern and ancient. Her vitals were monitored consistently in a strict quarantined environment.

There were a handful of moments where it did feel like the end, that she would succumb to the burning fever or near-constant exhaustion, but the doctors were well practiced in keeping her alive, at least until the next day. The Pilot left the Gardens approximately 9 months after arriving, labeled as 'one of the most vaccinated people in the world.'

And they worked, for the most part. The few infections she had resulted in recovery in a few weeks, while others from similar time periods succumbed to the illness. In one case, she was the only one left alive when a bout of the flu tore through a rural town she landed in for a few weeks.

Today, those antibodies are still around, still protecting her. Lena very rarely gets ill, but when she does, it can be pretty bad. Lain up in bed for days, ache in her bones, fever borderline deadly, unable to keep anything down or sleep or find much in the way of comfort. Jack and Angela are the only ones who know of this particular issue.

When it gets bad, Lena will often lock herself in her room for days, sweating through sheets and getting food delivered to her room by a medical team. They'll check her vitals, ensure she's not going to die, and give her whatever meds to make her comfortable as possible. It's usually passed in a week, two max, and Jack will typically make excuses for her enough that people don't ask questions.

[goodnessofnaturein]

white label body products | private label cosmetics low moq | cosmetic brands that use private label manufacturers | beauty manufacturers near me

white label body products | private label cosmetics low moq | cosmetic brands that use private label manufacturers | beauty manufacturers near me

At Goodnessofnature, we offer a range of high-quality white label body products that are perfect for businesses looking to add their own branding and logo to our products. Our white label products are designed to be versatile and customizable, making it easy for businesses to launch their own branded line of skincare and beauty products.

We understand that not all businesses have the same needs, which is why we offer low minimum order quantities (MOQs) for our private label cosmetics. Our low MOQs make it easier for small businesses to get started with their own branded products, without the need for large upfront investments.

As cosmetic brands that use private label manufacturers, we take pride in the quality of our products. Our team of experts uses only the highest quality ingredients, combined with the latest research and industry trends, to create exceptional products that meet the needs of our clients.

If you're searching for beauty manufacturers near me, look no further than Goodnessofnature. Our state-of-the-art facility is located in a convenient location, making it easy for businesses to visit and tour our facility. We are committed to providing our clients with exceptional service, and our team is always available to answer any questions you may have about our products or the private label process.

In conclusion, at Goodnessofnature, we are dedicated to helping businesses launch their own branded line of skincare and beauty products. Our white label body products, low MOQs, and commitment to quality make us the ideal partner for businesses looking to take their brand to the next level. Contact us today to learn more about our private label cosmetics and skincare solutions.

[ogradyfilm]

Recently Viewed: Creepy

[The following review contains MAJOR SPOILERS; YOU HAVE BEEN WARNED!]

With the possible exception of The Man Who Killed Hitler and Then the Bigfoot, Creepy is probably the most accurate title in the history of cinema. That single six-letter adjective describes the pervasively unsettling atmosphere of Kiyoshi Kurosawa’s 2016 psychological thriller elegantly, economically, and succinctly. Like the director’s own Cure, the film finds horror not in shallow jump scares, grotesque gore effects, or supernatural mischief, but rather in something far more chillingly universal: the nuances of human behavior.

To call the movie’s central antagonist a “serial killer” would be an egregious understatement; that label seems too mundane to apply to his insidious modus operandi. He doesn’t merely butcher his victims’ bodies: he infiltrates their lives, erodes their agency and free will, and unravels their interpersonal relationships. Their minds, spirits, and very identities evaporate long before their flesh expires, reducing them to little more than docile, submissive zombies—obedient (albeit unwitting) accomplices to the psychopath’s sadistic crime spree. Most terrifyingly, it isn't particularly difficult to corrupt them; the oppressive, overwhelming burdens of societal norms and cultural conventions have already irreparably weakened their resolve—their tormentor simply needs to discover and exploit their vulnerabilities, gradually chipping away at their brittle defenses until they finally (inevitably) shatter.

The visual style perfectly complements the story’s underlying themes and conflicts. The protagonist, a former police detective haunted by his catastrophic failure to negotiate a hostage situation in the recent past, copes with his physical and mental trauma by burying himself in his new profession as a college lecturer; beneath his façade of passivity and numb contentment, however, he’s clearly eager to atone for his mistakes—making it relatively easy for an ex-colleague to lure him back into the fold with the promise of an especially baffling missing persons case. As the investigation demands more of his attention (indeed, his “purely academic interest” in the disappearances quickly evolves into an all-consuming obsession), his wife begins to feel increasingly neglected and abandoned; despite her valiant efforts to swallow her misgivings and play the role of a dutiful homemaker and productive member of the local community (though the neighbors tend to be either indifferent or outright hostile, consistently rebuffing her attempts to befriend them), her loneliness, alienation, and isolation remain painfully obvious. Consequently, the couple is frequently framed in claustrophobic, symmetrical, fragmented compositions, the space surrounding them externalizing their repressed anxieties, insecurities, and resentments. The camerawork—which is often so subtle that it borders in subliminal—reinforces this sense of emotional inflexibility; these characters are trapped in private purgatories of their own design—and because the editing implements cuts so sparingly, the audience is forced to suffer alongside them through a series of excruciatingly long, uninterrupted takes, ensnaring subject and viewer alike in an inescapable prison of time.

Ultimately, Creepy closely resembles the murderer around whom its plot revolves: it crawls inside your skull and lingers in your subconscious, refusing to grant you a moment of respite. It’s a deliciously disturbing experience; I savored every unnerving image… but having thus feasted on its rich subtext and complex social commentary, I doubt that I’ll revisit it any time soon.

[sketchfanda]

A Promotional Message From Capsule Corp.

(Use whichever image you want to)

Static flickers on the screen before showing us an office with a familiar female figure with her back to the camera before she turns to show it’s none other than…

“Hi there! This is Bulma, owner, operator, & CEO of Capsule Corp.! If you’re watching this video, you’re well over 18 and confirmed female after having received the persomal and private customer email…” Her face gains a sensual expression as she turns her body around fully to the front and leans close as if looming to whisper conspiratorially to the viewers.

“Well then, let me tell you, have I got a product for you…” making a shush gesture and shooting a wink as she had the camera following her. A slight hum indicating it was some kind of drone. The sway and sashay of her sexy backside was very clear. Her ass jiggling in a juicy, hypnotic manner.

“Now ladies, I'm sure we all tend to have the same issue, don’t we? Major dry spells? Not getting enough action? Single? Dating? Married? And in the case of the latter, just not getting that itch scratched enough? But, obviously we don’t want to cheat on our man. Or girl. We don’t discriminate.”

Then, a red haired woman wearing glasses and a lab coat chimes in. “Well here at capsule Corp., or to be more precise, "Capsule Cocks," our R-rated division is dedicated to providing products in the field of adult entertainment. Geared for yours, hers, & his pleasure…” the woman known as 21 alongside Bulma were followed bt the drone after they went through a set of doors into what seemed to be some sort of research lab. Well, that’s what it said in the label next to the door, but what the camera was displaying right now seemed like Bulma had lead them onto the set of a porn studio!!

The drone filmed a shot of beds, mattresses, counters, futons, and tables that were occupied by naked female bodies. The room filled with sounds of raw, undoubted eroticism. Women of varying age, shape, sizes, human, humanoid and anthro species alike all naked getting pounded by well hung studs. Their asses shaking, their tits bouncing, sweat and juices splashing about as deep throated moans rang out from then. Some women even had themselves getting spit roasted while others got fucked in both their ass and pussy at the same time. Meanwhile, some women were tag teaming a guy; two on one or even three on one. Some horny babes especially took to being the centerpiece of their own gangbangs!! Their moans mixed in harmony with the noises of skin on skin/fur/scales (or what have you) as they rode on or were being drilled by the biggest, thickest, meatiest cocks any woman had likely ever laid eyes on. And the men owning such pleasure inducing, pussy pounding, womb hammering baby makers were all owned by the same guy. A smooth chrome dome head decorated with six dots meant to resemble moxibustion marks along the forehead. Their faces stoic and blank, having a charm all their own. In contrast to their stoic expressions, their eyes were glowing blue with determination. Although they were practically shortstacks, these were no mere boys. These compact and sculpted specimens with the physique of Greek gods were MEN!!

With little to no shame in what she was displaying to the camera, a slight blush appeared on Bulma's face as she turned to look at the viewers. “Oh this? Just quality control testing. A few select employees and lucky clients making sure our product is up to standards and practices…” Bulma sported a grin, catlike in its minx nature as she and 21 walked towards some female employees wearing nothing but lab coats. Lab coats which they didn’t even bother to close properly. The employees were standing over and doing something scientific to someone on the table. The same man that was somehow pleasuring all these women. “Ladies, say hello to Capsule Cocks’ fully automated, articulate, fully functional, top of the line sexual performance synthetic male! An artificial sex doll we’ve codenamed, The Warrior Monk. Isn’t he just quite the specimen?” 21 quipped with a leer. The camera moved to a new angle to give a full body shot of the so-called Warrior Monk (WM) sex doll who was in sleep mode on the table slab. Although his cock was flaccid, it was still easy to indicate the length and girth of his member that resred above his smooth and heavy balls. The camera came closer and the science girls parted to give Bulma & her genius red haired scientific partner room as they hit buttons on a nearby console. The WM cracking his eyes open, with a cool expression on his face as he sat up. His vision locked on Bulma as data was no doubt streaming through his artificial brain. The blue haired CEO and red haired head scientists gasped with sensual delight as they saw his dick stir and rise to full-mast erectness, pulsing and twitching with growing desire. Bulma draped her arms around him, hands caressing his muscles.

“Mmmm, fresh off the production line. Just activated and he’s already getting so horny…of course, the personality will follow so he can emote and all.” Bulma said with eyes full of lust. Then 21 interjected, “But first, we like to make sure his sexual prowess and virility are up to the same standards as his brothers…” Purring, Bulma gave him a kiss in the cheek, then on the lips. Then she found herself gasping as he locked lips with her, making her pant and moan as his hands began groping and caressing her all over. As if he was offended to find her body covered and confined with clothing, depriving him of her in all her nude glory. The CEO breaking the sloppy kiss to moan as he began to squeeze her ass and tits. She called for her partner in crime, 21, to tag in. The glasses wearing babe getting the message as she came over and began to shed her coat. Getting the compact chrome dome’s attention immediately. The bio android purring as her glasses flamed to reflect the lust in her eyes as she kicked off her shoes and reached around to unzip the back of her domino dress. Peeling it off to let it fall and pool around her feet as she now stood nude before the fresh off the line WM, clad in just her arm gloves and her stockings, sensually grinning as she pressed herself against the nude stud and locked lips with him. Moaning as their tongues mashed and danced together in a sloppy dance of spit swapping, as the short king clone now began putting his hands to work on her stunning figure and form. Deep passionate cries escaping her lucious lips as she felt her booty being kneaded like bread dough and her tits squeezed and tweaked.

Bulma shamelessly looked on with burning just and desire,her face flushed with a blush of arousal and ectasy as she looked over her shoulder at the drone camera. Hooking the hem of her dress as she began to peel it off,exposing the fact she was completely commando underneath it. “Mmm,as you can see,these little guys are quick to respond and act towards any immediate sexual affection. Soon as they pick up the hint you need some of that sweet sweet loving, they don’t waste time in getting all up over you…” the bombshell genius quipped, shooting a sensual wink and a smile as she swayed her backside. Making her ass jiggle as she gave it a quick slap,standing clad only in her bandana scarf and high heels. All the while 21 was now squatting in the floor, fingers plunging shamelessly into her pussy as her juices rained down on the floor to make a growing puddle. All the while she was blowing and sucking on the Warrior Monk’s cock,glowing link hearts visible in her eyes as she bobbed her head like a lewd metronome,taking delight in the shortstack clone’s hand grasping her glorious mane of hair as he bucked and pumped his hips to meet her powerful,thirsty blowjob. Her free hand massaging his heavy,smooth swaying balls.

Bulma of course was moaning as she played with herself while continuing to watch on at this lewd display of sloppy oral sex. Licking her lips as her hands moved between squeezing her tits and probing her slit, thighs glistening as nectar flowed. “And once your warrior monk gets in the zone,it’s not long before the fun really begins. Aaahn,their data and knowledge expands with every bit of experience….making them capable of being sex machines,literally and figuratively and…and..excuse me a moment…” the Capsule corp heiress ceased her sales pitch,unable to keep her desires at bay as turned the Krillin clone’s head towards her,pressing her lips to his as they made out,tongues dancing as 21 continued to deepthroat that fuckrod, glowing pink hearts in her eyes as her neck bulged with his girth and length. The warrior monk finding himself being nudged to lay flat on his back as Bulma broke their sloppy kiss,a spiderweb trail of saliva between them as the drone camera flickered with a brief glitch of static.

The picture returned to now display a scene no porno could ever match in terms of quality and passionate energy,as Bulma sat her juicy booty on the sex doll clone’s face. His smooth bald head trapped between her thighs as she squirmed and moaned, feeling him eat out her pussy as his tongue probed and prodded away. While 21 was straddling his waist,shamelessly plungin her pussy down onto his length. Riding him cowgirl style,as her and bulma’s tits and asses bounced and jiggled,their skin glistening with sweat. Deepthroated cries and howls of erotic passion ectasy pouring forth from their lucious lips as the girls in lab coats touched themselves with little to no sense of shame or inhibition. “Aaahn!! Oh god! As You can see,this little guy doesn’t just have size and knows how to use it,but they’re more than capable of going at it for as long as you need! Stamina,staying power and able to handle more than one woman at once! ooh right there! Oh Kri-“ whatever Bulma was about to say was cut off as 21 leaned close kiss her. Their lips locking as they shamelessly mashed their tongues together as if trying to devour one another with their raw passion and desire. The drone camera flicked and glitched static again to now show the Warrior Monk kneeling in his slab bed as he hammered and pounded Bulma doggystyle. His big heavy balls smacking her clit as her juices splashed and her meaty ass jiggled jiggled with every impact of powerful pelvis jackhammering away. The aquamarine haired egghead pressing her mouth against 21’s pussy as she ate the bio android out. The employees from before having abandoned their already fickle professionalism to find their own warrior monks to enjoy,adding themselves to any pair of trios or orgies continuing around the workshop. 21 looking at her camera,her expression one of mind numbing,brain melting pleasure.

“Ahn!! That’s all we have time for,this quality control test is going to need some thorough! Ooh yes! Hands on care and examination! But if this isn’t enough to whet your appetites, have a look at our video review submissions from some of our…very satisfied customers!! Aahn come here stud muffin!!” The brunette cried,her skin becoming cotton candy pink,a tail springing forth as her hair turned Snow White,the sclera of her blue eyes going from white to black as she pulled the pistoning clone towards her to kiss him. A muffled moan coming rom Bulma as she felt the full body mobile sex doll bring an orgasm out of her. Feeling him blow his load as pink hearts flowed in her eyes,21 shuddering as her own orgasm came forth. Nectar flowing into the Briefs bombshell’s eager exploding tongue as she drank and lapped up the candy flavoured treat. The drone briefly flickered between this scene and numerous bits and pieces of action happening around the Warrior Monk production room before glitching to static once more.

The drone camera seemed to be back up and running in action,recording away as the insanely seemingly eternally young mother of nulma,Panchy came into view. Her stunning figure on display in an outrageously sexy leopard print two piece swimsuit. “Is this thing on?” The dirty blonde quipped,the camera showing a view of an indoor luxury swimming pool. “Oh wonderful! On cuties,got to make sure this review is just what Bulma needs for her website..” she quipped,as a group of six warrior monks came onto the scene. Their faces cool and focused,a dim blue glow in their eyes as their Adonis physiques were in full display. Along with tight speedo things displaying their bulging crotches as panchy licked her lips. “Ooh my,you boys been waiting a while haven’t you?” The cheeky milf teased,leaning towards the camer as she cupped and jiggled her bosom. Kneeling on the cool tiled floor as the six compact studs pulled down their things to whip out their rock hard cocks,two of which she grasped and began to stroke. “Let mama kiss it all better….” A sensual whisper escaped her lips,before the camera flicked glitched to static once more.

(to be continued?!!)

[agena87]

Roxanne Kennedy for @naeices's A Toast In Tartosa BC

Age: 24 Aspiration: Musical genius Traits: gloomy, music lover, creative Fame level: Rising star (lvl 2) - good reputation Gender/sexuality: cis-female (she/her), straight (bi-curious though)

Likes: black, alternative music, blues, metal, emotional decison-makers, pet enthusiasts, discussing interests, arguments, rocker fashion, guitar, painting, piano, singing, body hair, jewellery, piercings, tattoos, green eyes, black hair, brown hair, beards Dislikes: orange, ranch music, winter holiday music, egotistical sims, ambitionless sims, gossip, country fashion, baking, cooking, fishing, mischief, grey hair, no facial hair, bald sims Skills: charisma (lvl 6), guitar (lvl 9), painting (lvl 4), piano (lvl 7), singing (lvl 9), media production (lvl 2), entrepreneur (lvl 2), writing (lvl 6)

Bio: It's fair to say that life hasn't always been good to Roxanne. Born to a single teen mother, Roxanne was left to her own device from early childhood. She discovered music around the age of six when her grandfather gifted her a guitar for Winterfest. At age seventeen, she left home and went to Del Sol Valley with the dream of becoming a professional singer/songwriter. After only a few months, she managed to get a contract with Thorne Bailey's label, Dinky Beats, after she released only one song. Now living her dream, she thought that it was time to think of her romantic life, so when she saw the ad looking for contestant for Ravi Nitin's Bachelor Challenge, she saw her chance.

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@startorrent02 @gotinterest @el-shab-hussein @meanmisscharles @socialistexan @chrisdornerfanclub

Despite the danger that persists for queer and trans individuals, especially in the South, Florida activist Cielo Sunsarae is fighting back. Sunsarae founded the Queer Trans Project in 2021 to “provide free gender-empowering resources to individuals across the United States so that they have the power and the confidence to create social change in their communities,” he told LGBTQ Nation.

Sunsarae started the Queer Trans Project after coming to terms with his identity as a trans man. “At the time, I didn’t know, but now I know I was experiencing a lot of gender dysphoria. I was trying to find outlets and resources to navigate that,” he said. The non-profit organizations Sunsarae reached out to for help had stipulations based on location, age, or gender.

He decided to start his organization in response to his dissatisfaction.

“I wanted the Queer Trans Project to provide resources for everybody, regardless of where they are, their age, their gender, anything like that. It’s open to everybody.”

At first, the Queer Trans Project was a broader organization. It had a virtual reality art showcase for BIPOC artists, trans-self-defense kits, a mutual aid fund, and its most popular resource: Build-A-Queer kits.

The kits are free customizable packages that provide LGBTQ+ in need with gender-affirming items. “We have things like binders, packers, and Trans tape for individuals who tuck. [There is also] makeup, toys, things like that. It’s fully customizable, so they can get as much or as little as they need, within reason,” Sunsarae said. Kits also include t-shirts, socks, pins, and stickers.

The items and shipping are always free. The Queer Trans Project also ensures that their shipping labels only include the initials “QTP” so that delivery is discrete for anyone who is not out.

A year into the business, Sunsarae noticed the Build-A-Queer kits were the most popular. “We realized that even though we had those programs, the Build-A-Queer kits were the most important ones we were known for, what people were coming for. So, we wanted to refocus our efforts on that.”

While the Queer Trans Project has board members scattered across the country, Sunsarae and his partner provide all the labor for the organization. To prevent burnout, he decided to restructure the services to center the kits so he could continue providing this essential care for LGBTQ+ people.

The Queer Trans Project also helps connect individuals with volunteers willing to help transport them to safe places to receive medical care and attend doctor’s appointments. “The other program we have is we provide free private flights for individuals to receive gender-affirming care,” Sunsarae said.

Elevated Access, a pilot program where volunteers fly people free of charge, takes referrals from the Queer Trans Project. “Elevated Access handles the behind-the-scenes work of coordinating flights with the pilots. If there are no pilots available or the flight is too far, we’ll get individuals on a commercial flight,” Sunsarae explained.

The Queer Trans Project relies on donations and community involvement. “When I first started this organization, it started in my bedroom closet,” Sunsarae revealed. He applied for a $35,000 grant in 2022. Now the Queer Trans Project has a storage unit and more supplies for the Build-A-Queer kits.

Today, all the items in the kits are donated. The binders come from GC2B, and others come from small businesses around the country. Recently, they partnered with body-positive lingerie shop Cantiq LA, which gave an item to the organization for every product they sold in-store. Lush has also agreed to work with them and will provide self-care products for all the Build-A-Queer kits. “We rely heavily on the community. Community is what makes us stronger. Community helps the community,” Sunsarae said.

The Queer Trans Project appreciates donations in any capacity. Recently, a drag crew in Nebraska helped raise $1,000 for them – enough to provide 500 more kits. “It may seem like a little bit, but everything helps, big or small. Anything makes a difference,” Sunsarae said.

The 2023 grant application session just ended. The Queer Trans Project received an additional $50,000 from the Way Out Program in Seattle, Washington. Their goal is to match that donation by September for the next Build-A-Queer kit launch.

Build-A-Queer kits are only available a few times a year and sell out very quickly. “In 2022, we provided about 500 Build-A-Queer kits. This past launch in 2023…we’ve already surpassed our goal and the number of kits we sent out in 2022.”

While it has been affirming to see just how vital the kits are for the trans community, it is also challenging for Sunsarae to receive messages from those unable to get kits before they sell out. The Queer Trans Project tries to prioritize those in the LGBTQ+ community who are the most marginalized. “Our Build-A-Queer kits are open to the public. BIPOC individuals get 30 minutes early access before general access opens so that they can shop for the resources they need hassle-free,” Sunsarae said.

As more anti-trans laws and regulations are passed in the United States, the demand for Build-A-Queer kits increases. The Queer Trans Project ships the most kits to Florida and Texas. “I feel like we need to be out there even more because, especially as trans folks. I don’t think people fully understand the extent of what’s happening, especially in Florida,” Sunsarae said.

[thevitaminz]

From aspiration to deception

In today's digital age, it has become all too common for brands — both companies and celebrities — to visually alter their advertising campaigns and marketing content. A striking example is Kim Kardashian, the media and business mogul, who has admitted to hiring a private paparazzo since 2019 to take and edit photos of her at public events. This trend extends beyond marketing campaigns and magazine covers; it's now common for pictures of celebrities out and about to be altered as well. The widespread accessibility of editing tools, combined with their saturation across social media channels, is perpetuating an unrealistic beauty standard that profoundly affects the minds of young audiences. According to a 2021 survey of 200 teens ages 13 to 21 conducted by ParentsTogether, an organization focused on supporting families, young people who use beauty filters weekly are more likely to want to have cosmetic surgery and to alter their skin color. Perhaps unsurprisingly, the survey found that the more time teens spent on social media, the more likely they were to report being dissatisfied with how they look. This is particularly dangerous as we come to terms with the emergence of AI-generated images and deepfakes.

It's crucial to recognize the difference between selling aspiration and promoting an unobtainable fantasy that borders on false advertising and fraud. In 2017, France passed a national law that required labels for digitally altered photos of models, mandating that any commercial image that has been digitally altered to make a model's silhouette "narrower or wider" must bear a declaration stating it had been "retouched." Similar measures should be applied in the U.S., particularly when it comes to social media posts. Just as social media channels now include grayed-out disclaimers with trigger warnings and additional context, posts featuring edited images should come with clear disclaimers indicating the potential doctoring of facial and body features. Implementing such disclaimers would help raise awareness about the prevalence of edited images and encourage more critical thinking among social media users.

Amidst this toxic culture of editing, Aerie has emerged as a trailblazer in promoting authentic and inclusive beauty standards. Since the mid-2010s, the brand has fearlessly embraced an unfiltered approach to its campaigns, showcasing its products on a diverse range of models with realistic body types. The AerieREAL campaign, which spans social media, advertising, influencer marketing, and beyond, is a testament to the brand's unwavering commitment to promoting body positivity and empowering women. The campaign's success is evident not only in its widespread acclaim but also in its tangible impact on Aerie's bottom line: since its launch in 2014, the brand has surpassed a billion dollars in sales, proving that authenticity resonates deeply with consumers. Over the years, the REAL campaign has evolved to encompass user-generated content, brand voices, and powerful initiatives. The brand has extended its messaging to the introduction of the "Real Good" line, offering comfortable and casual clothing and underwear that prioritize real comfort for real bodies. By seamlessly integrating the AerieREAL ethos into every facet of its brand identity, Aerie has set a powerful example for the industry, demonstrating that authenticity, inclusivity, and empowerment are not just buzzwords, but the key to building a loyal and inspired customer base.

As brands continue to shape beauty standards and influence young minds, it is imperative that they prioritize authenticity and promote realistic representations of diverse bodies. By implementing transparent disclaimers and embracing unfiltered campaigns, brands can play a vital role in fostering a more inclusive and empowering media landscape.

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Throwing in another hot take/theory rant for demon Plant arm Tessla since TriStamp Knives would definitely have had some complications in those 150+ years before the main story. And for some TriMax spoilers below:

-While Knives still has some lingering connections to the Plant network, Tessla could be his "seeing-eye dog" when looking for Plants both thriving or near-death, especially when town/cities apart. Might be easy to connect that to ep. 3 when his knives point directly to the Plant from outside the generator instead of immediately hacking and slashing through the the town to get to it.

-Speaking of the Plant network, while TriStamp labels Plant production in the broad scope of water, heat, electricity and gravity; there exists geo-Plants (Plants that can create biological/plant life), though it mostly happens when a Plant has already died or exhausted all viable energy. TriStamp puts it in the blatant fact that she's still alive in the pickle jar , TriMax presents in an interesting factoid that a Plant's hair goes black when overexterting themselves (which is somewhat shown with Vash's hair slowly turning brown in the Ship 5 arc). Tessla's hair never turned black, even after everything that happened to her (ch. here for your perusal and horror) and the so-called "tumors" that she develops could be some type of mushroom/fungi to ease the stress on her body without going into a Last Run. But to be fair, Plants themselves are pure energy given a physical form and their Gates are their connection that source (in TriStamp/TriMax? logic); Tessla would already be teetering that line between life and "death", storing up an entire wealth of energy and knowledge before and/or during merging with Knives (something something mycelium network). Case in point, hc that Tessla could be Knives' interdimensional radio with the price of living out of pure spite and eldritch vibes.

-As for Tessla being a Plant radio, she would mainly communicate to Knives through different sounds/voices she heard or copied off his memories (either because Knives never heard her voice or that she forgotten). Knives is fine with the inconsistency, but she always has hell to pay if she even attempts to copy Rem's or (older) Vash's voice.

-To fit the older sister role, Tessla would also be a permanent meme machine that Knives (and anyone in their vicinity) has to suffer through whenever she gets particularly feisty or playful. Legato, without fail, would suddenly get bombarded with Blue if she ever gets a second of eye contact with him. Zazie would hear another set of buzzing apart from their Worm network, maybe like a cat purring, but Knives had to put his arm into a chokehold the one time they ask him what kind of Worm a bee is. Livio gets teased with nondescript elevator music since the lights are on but nobody's home. Monev/Rollo becomes the unofficial lap-dog (before going rogue) because Tessla gushes about how much of a good boy he is despite easily crushing Knives like a trash compactor. Elendira learns about a monster made from the folly of an insane “doctor” (ie. Frankenstein), and with enough prodding from her younger brother, lets Tessla teach her how to shoot a Lost Tech nailgun for target practice (using a drawing of Conrad’s face as said-target). Conrad would get a marathon of death threats or the aura of dread whenever he so much as breathes in her general direction; it’s always a coin toss if he gets to privately talk to Knives on their plans or gets mentally trampled by his pseudo-daughter/alien guinea pig.

-And of course, Knives has to bare the brunt of it all every single time it happens; waking him up at May 3rd midnight to demand a cake, sibling-joking him so bad that he actually considers Vash the lesser of two evils, and even if he took all that time and effort to build the Eye of Michael from the ground up (even writing the Bible 2.0) and considers her the "messenger of faith", Tessla would've haggled him so hard to even put her in the book in the first place. And yes, even if they're connected to each other on the mental/physical/memory level, she doesn't know how to read.

Case in point, if Knives could merge but barely control an entire trove of Dependent Plants in TriMax, how the hell are we supposed to expect that he can control one Independent with the same level of ease in TriStamp? Not to mention keeping the one person who killed his older sister alive to become to backbone of the Eye of Michael in the first place...She would've lashed out enough times for the team to notice and realize that Knives was literally holding another monster back by the skin of his teeth. If it somewhat justifies Legato having that oddly specific sleeve-glove thing on only his left hand and Conrad always avoiding Knives' within a 25 ft radius, then I don't what else to say.

[lazyworksinprogress]

on Sunday, I went to an art exhibition in a backroom in Midrand...

one of my friends arranged for us to attend a small showing of the Bark//Please exhibition held at the Backroom SCAM (Studio for Creative Arts in Midrand) and we had an inspirational afternoon. what I expected to be an impersonal hour or so at an underwhelming typical gallery turned out to be something quite different. One of the big reasons for this is the Studio is a backroom that has been converted into a gallery and studio space - I wasn't sure I'd come to the right place when I stood outside what appeared to be someone's house in a residential suburb.

we had made an appointment to view the art which was a concession to the space's capacity limitations that has been turned into a strength. it felt intimate to be guided through in a story in a little group. Lesiba Mabitsela, the gallery owner, presented a lot of information about the barkcloth exhibit and our handful had an interesting discussion touching on fashion, geopolitics, and history for about an hour.

after the appointed hour of barkcloth appreciation, my friend and I sat in Lesiba's backyard and chatted his ears off. We made our way into his storage and work space to get a private view of upcoming projects and made him promise to invite us back whenever the gallery has more events. It felt like making a very special memory to have this kind of experience, particularly in an area that doesn't have a developed commercial art scene.

I linked a bit of information below about the show and its inspirations - the Issey Miyake connection made my heart soft and I told Lesiba about my mother and my shared love of his design philosophy. I put a little section on abaca too because I was reminded of Dolly De Leon wearing Rajo Laurel at the Baftas.

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"The exhibition showcases some early encounters, thought-processes and creative explorations between Ugandan visual artists Sheila Nakitende ( @sheila.nakitende ) and Liz Kobusinge ( @kobusinge ), including South African fashion practitioners Lesiba Mabitsela ( @souvenirs_of_conflict ) and Thabiso Ncanana ( @thabiso.ncanana ) in their explorations of bark, barkcloth and barkcloth papermaking in Kwa-Zulu Natal, South Africa. The exhibition comprises gifts and process work materialised during the Pan-African Research Residency (2023) that was facilitated by the African Fashion Research Institute (AFRI) ( @afri.digital ) in partnership with Creative Nestlings Foundation ( @creativenestlings ) as part of The Fold, a fashion research initiative supported by the British Council ( @britishcouncil )."

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"Issey Miyake’s essential touchstone has been the concept of making clothing from “a Piece of Cloth.” His process explores the fundamental relationship between the body, the cloth that covers it, and the space and room that is created between these elements, divesting itself of the labels of “East” or “West”. Miyake’s creative process begins by studying a single thread and creating his material, which then leads to new clothing." - IsseyMiyake.com

In 1993, he launched PLEATS PLEASE ISSEY MIYAKE line using the unique “garment pleating” process. The label offered clothing as a product that was easy to wear, to care for and to travel with; practical for all aspects of daily life, comfortable, affordable, and elegant. He continued to pursue avenues through which to create clothing that could suit the needs and lifestyle of a modern woman. - IsseyMiyake.com