June 2023 - TheFashionCentre

Le Specs Sunglasses: Celebrity Fans 2023

Posted on June 25, 2023June 25, 2023 by Betty R. Sattler

Usually, when the celeb set adopt a certain brand, our bank accounts wince… but this season Le Specs sunglasses are the frames appearing on every influencer from London to LA. And frankly, we’re thrilled, because most of the Australian brands’ designs ring in at under £100!

Le Specs is a hot contender for sunglasses brand of summer 2023. GLAMOUR’s theory? It’s partly to do with that sweet spot price-point but it’s also down to the fact that the range of shades available are truly epic… there is every kind of frame silhouette to suit every face shape, in every colour and finish, with all the classics and edgy trends ticked off. Comprehensive doesn’t even come close to describing the array of sunglasses Le Specs creates.

They also have cute names like Tragic Magic and So Into You, if you care about such things. Hey, we do. But where Le Specs truly excel is in their clever collaborations.

The brand first registered on the fashion pack’s radar with the elegant cats-eye style, The Last Lolita, which they created in partnership with US-based designer Adam Selman. Simone Ashley wore the style last year and they’re a certified cult classic.

This Summer Le Specs have teamed up with dreamy jewellery brand Missoma to create a capsule collection of super cool shades a galaxy of stars have been keen to wear. Pieces from the collaboration do cost upwards of £100, but that’s still around £200 less than styles from other designer brands…

Who wears Le Specs sunglasses?

Meghan

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Kate Middleton and Sophie, Duchess of Edinburgh Carried Strathberry Bags at Order of the Garter Ceremony

Posted on June 24, 2023June 24, 2023 by Betty R. Sattler

the order of the garter service at windsor castle — See What Kate & Sophie Wore at Order of the GarterPool/Samir Hussein – Getty Images

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When it comes to their fashion choices, the royal family are known to be very loyal to certain designers. Kate Middleton and Sophie, Duchess of Edinburgh proved that once again at yesterday’s Order of the Garter ceremony, when they both arrived at St George’s Chapel in Windsor with bags from Strathberry.

For the annual procession, the Princess of Wales carried the Strathberry Multrees Chain Wallet in Vanilla Diamond. She paired the elegant clutch with two of her favorite styles: a bespoke polka-dot midi dress from Alessandra Rich and spectator pumps from Jennifer Chamandi. She wore her hair in an updo to work with a feather-detailed black Philip Treacy hat and accessorized the look with Princess Diana’s pearl earrings.

Sophie, meanwhile, carried the Strathberry Box Crescent in Vanilla Diamond with her statement floral Emilia Wickstead dress. She topped her head with white and pink Jane Taylor London hat and finished her summery ensemble with white Emmy London pumps and infinity-shaped diamond earrings from G. Collins & Sons.

The Edinburgh-based brand has long been a go-to for many royal women. In addition to Kate and Sophie, Meghan Markle has also been spotted a numerous occasions with a Strathberry purse. She most family has carried the East/West Crossbody bag and Midi Tote. Princess Eugenie and Zara Tindall are other royals who have also been publicly seen with the polished leather bags. Eugenie previously

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6 Chains That Serve the Best Ice Cream Cakes

Posted on June 23, 2023June 23, 2023 by Betty R. Sattler

Today, ice cream cake is a ubiquitous part of birthday parties, summertime cookouts, and graduation celebrations. But the simple sweet treat, which delights kids and adults alike, has quite a past.

According to Tasting Table, the predecessor to the frozen cakes was an 18th-century English dessert called the trifle, which consisted of layered fruit, sponge cake, and custard. That custard was replaced with ice cream, sometime in Britain in the later years of the 19th century, according to Taste Atlas, and soon the beloved dessert had hopped the pond to America.

Today there are so many places offering ice cream cakes that it’s hard to imagine they were ever a rarity. If you’re in the mood for a dessert that merges two delightful desserts in every bite, then these are the seven best chains to consider when shopping for your next ice cream cake.

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Carvel offers ice cream cakes for all sorts of occasions—from birthdays to holidays and everything in between. Its cakes can be customized and can even be created with edible photographs made using printed frosting.

Carvel’s classic cakes are made with a base of chocolate ice cream, a layer of chocolate crunchies, and a layer of vanilla topped with frosting and various decorations. The chain also offers beloved favorites like Cookie Puss—a cake with a face made with cookie eyes and an ice cream cone nose—and Fudgie the Whale—a fudge-covered whale-shaped cake. You can also craft your own from scratch.

Note, too, that you don’t necessarily have to visit a Carvel location to get an ice cream cake from the chain, as many grocery stores stock the company’s cakes in their freezer aisles. The personalization will be

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The Best Flared-Leg Denim for Summer, from Barbiecore Bellbottoms to High-Rise Styles

Posted on June 19, 2023June 19, 2023 by Betty R. Sattler

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The most covetable jeans are taking on a chill summer-of-love vibe, with wide-leg flared or bell-bottom cuts being the silhouettes to wear right now. While the look is stylishly dramatic, the proportions of this season’s best flared jeans are also surprisingly flattering — the wider bottom hem balances hips and thighs for an overall slimming effect. To keep the flowing silhouette in check, pop on a cropped, tailored or otherwise streamlined top.

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Exhibit A: At the recent Chanel resort 2024 fashion show in Los Angeles, brand ambassador Margot Robbie turned up in high-waisted, light-wash bell-bottom jeans paired with a black bralette and cropped gold chain-link Chanel vest. Stars such as Anne Hathaway, Sadie Sink, Florence Pugh, Hailey Bieber and Jennifer Lopez have also been rocking the wide-leg jeans trend.

Below, keep reading for some of the best flared jeans for women to wear this summer and beyond, from ’70s-inspired silhouettes to modern styles worn by Katie Holmes, Elsa Hosk and other stars.

Ética Devon High-Rise Wide-Leg Jeans

Gigi Hadid has been repeatedly styling Ética’s eco-friendly jeans in relaxed cuts on repeat. The Los Angeles brand offers this ’70s-inspired Devon high-rise, wide-leg style with cute patch pockets as seen on Alessandra Ambrosio.

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Alice + Olivia Dylan Jeans

Katie Holmes dressed up Alice + Olivia’s sophisticated, pleated wide-leg Dylan jean with a cobalt silk blouse at the brand’s spring/summer 2023 fashion presentation. The new Rola variation has a style-wise red tuxedo stripe with side snap detailing for an adjustable slit.

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How Supply Chains Can Reduce Food Waste and Improve Your Triple Bottom Line

Posted on June 17, 2023June 17, 2023 by Betty R. Sattler

Bottom Line On A Sticker Beside A Calculator And A Pen. Finances — Bottom Line on a sticker beside a calculator and a pen. Finances and business concept.

By Hugo Fuentes Diaz, Founder, The Owl Solutions

Did you know that 30-40% of food in the US is wasted every year? Food waste can occur at the supply chain level for several different reasons such as surplus inventory, new product launch failures, unpredictable consumer demand, packaging changes etc.

Most of the products wasted in the supply chain typically result in inventory write-offs or obsolescence, which is a product that a business can no longer sell. This ends up negatively impacting an organization’s finances and sustainability efforts.

To reduce the amount of financial, time, and environmental waste that expired food is creating, companies can focus on the Triple Bottom Line (TBL) – a framework that encourages organizations to consider the social, environmental, and economic impacts of their business.

TBL allows organizations to measure their business impact by focusing on 3P’s: people, profits, and planet. Reductions in inventory waste can improve the 3Ps, fostering a better outcome for each.

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A major reason inventory expiration is so prominent in food companies today is the extensive use of old processes. For example, many companies use multiple supply chain IT systems, which end up creating siloed data.

These old processes typically result in reporting styles that involve extracting data from each separate system that is often exported into spreadsheets, vetted, and compiled into a report.

This type of manual reporting consumes a lot of productive work hours and leads to inefficiency for employees.

It is easier and more productive for inventory professionals to adjust their processes with improved technology that centralizes data sources and provides real-time analytics into everyday inventory levels. Not only will this help employees reduce associated write-offs risks, but it cuts the amount

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Data-Driven Sustainability: How Supply Chain Efficiency and Clienteling Drive More Sustainable Operations and Customer Choices

Posted on June 14, 2023June 14, 2023 by Betty R. Sattler

Luxury retail brands are making sustainability a priority more than ever before. From choosing more eco-friendly materials to incorporating energy-saving technologies, these companies have seen the importance of creating better environmental practices and have acted accordingly. As luxury retail continues to move with the times, increasing sustainability is sure to become an even bigger part of their strategies for success going forward.

Consumers are becoming increasingly mindful about sustainability when it comes to shopping habits, and luxury retail is responding by investing in sustainable initiatives that will protect the environment while still allowing them to continue delivering luxurious items. With sustainability set to continue its growth in influence in the industry, upscale retailers must be prepared — or miss out on this particular trend. The brands we work with are pursuing a multitude of sustainability initiatives, from improvements in their supply chain to innovative ways to extend the usable life of their products through curated resale channels.

Sustainability can be highly data-driven. Sustainability has become more important than ever in the retail industry, and within the supply chain, retailers now have access to technology that provides them with a 360-degree picture of their inventories and customer preferences. They are already making sustainable and ethical supply chain decisions with regard to material sourcing and labor, and by layering in data they can also make intelligent decisions about pricing, discounting and future inventories so they can reduce unsold inventory at the end of a season.

With this deeper insight into both their sustainability initiatives and inventory stocking, businesses can better tread the line between meeting customer demand and minimizing waste to stay competitive in an ever-changing and complex market.

When delivering goods, luxury retailers can also reduce their carbon footprint by offering BORIS, BOPIS and BOSS (buy online, return in-store, buy

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People are getting McDonald’s fringes to show their love for the fast food chain – but not everyone is convinced

Posted on June 11, 2023June 11, 2023 by Betty R. Sattler

IF you think you are obsessed with McDonald’s, it turns out there is always further you can go to show your devotion.

Fans have been getting their fringes cut and styled to resemble the famous golden arches – and it’s quickly becoming a trend.

TikTok user Olivia Dayton rocked the 'McDonald's bangs' look — TikTok user Olivia Dayton rocked the ‘McDonald’s bangs’ lookCredit: Tik Tok/@oliviadaytonn

Influencer Matilda Djerf is also a fan of the lookCredit: Not known, clear with picture desk

People have been tagging their looks with “McDonald’s bangs” and the premise is that the two sweeping sides resemble the fast food brand’s logo.

The relaxed M-shaped fringe is easy to recreate and suits numerous different face shapes.

One person to rock the style is Olivia Dayton, who posted a video showed her new beauty look.

She said on her @oliviadaytonn account: “McDonald’s bangs lol.

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“Basically they need to be pretty wet, not like drenching wet, but wet enough that they will move with your hands.”

To recreate the McDonald’s-inspired look, you first need to part your hair in the centre and then push the sides of your fringe up to create a raised bump.

Olivia continued: “You can use your hands or a brush, but brush back and pull forward.

“If they won’t stay in this position and they fall I would suggest literally clipping them here until they dry.”

She demonstrated clipping her side fringes up so they sit in a bouffant on your head.

Once your hair is no longer wet, you can remove the clips.

Olivia was inspired to get the fluffy, 70s-style fringe after seeing it on influencer Matilda Djerf.

Matilda frequently styles her blonde locks with the M-shaped look.

And the fashionistas aren’t the only ones loving the look.

One viewer wrote: “Game-changer.”

Another added: “I gotta try this.”

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The Pizza at This Midwestern Gas Station Chain Has a Cult Following

Posted on June 10, 2023June 10, 2023 by Betty R. Sattler

Here’s why it’s so good.

These days, everyone has a regional claim to pizza. It’s hard to keep track of all the geographic classifications from New York to Detroit to Colorado to California, and often it’s even harder to tell a real difference between two so-called styles.

The Midwest is no exception. We have Chicago deep-dish (and Chicago-style tavern), Provel-topped St. Louis thin-crust, and apparently even a strip-sliced Quad Cities-style (seriously?). But true in-the-know Heartlanders will tell you that there is one pie that reigns supreme (with extra cheese) around here, and you likely drive right by it several times a day—Casey’s pizza.

That’s right. Before you turn your nose up at gas station food: First, y’all need to open your minds and fill up when you fuel up because some of these convenience-store commissaries are next-level. Secondly, and more importantly, you need to realize that Casey’s is no mere gas station.

What is Casey’s?

These red-roofed pit stops along the highway called Casey’s General Store are a chain of gas station convenience stores that are part club, part cult, part culinary wonderland of subs, wings, breakfast burritos, and bacon mac and cheese. Casey’s is also the fifth-largest pizza chain in the country, serving 30 million pizzas and 63 million slices each year. And in many smaller rural communities, it’s the only fast food, let alone pizza joint.

But don’t feel sorry for these townsfolk. In fact, you should envy them. Because they have access to the best pizza in the Midwest.

What Makes Casey’s Pizza So Good?

Good pizza, like any sound structure, is built from the ground up. Here, the foundational dough is handmade from scratch every morning. Casey’s original crust is perfect in that doesn’t try to be particularly distinctive in structure.

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Discover The Art Of Men’s Grooming With Jewelry: A Guide To Achieving Stylish And Sophisticated Looks

Posted on June 9, 2023June 9, 2023 by Betty R. Sattler

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Elevate Your Style and Confidence with Expert Tips and Techniques for Incorporating Jewelry into Your Grooming Routine

Jewelry isn’t just for women anymore! Men have been wearing jewelry for as long as women have, and it’s time to break the stereotype that jewelry is exclusively for one gender” – Johnny WeirLOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA, U.S.A, May 6, 2023/einpresswire.com / — Jewelry has long been a part of men’s fashion. They are a great way for men to express their personal style and add a touch of sophistication to their appearance. And with different styles and types available, men have a variety to choose from to suit their personal tastes and fashion preferences.

Here are seven types of jewelry that modern men can incorporate into their fashion style:

Watches: Watches are classic and functional pieces of men’s jewelry that can add style and sophistication to any outfit. Whether dressed up for a formal occasion or dressed down for a casual outing, a wristwatch can add a finishing touch that completes the look. With the wide variety of styles available, there is a wristwatch to suit every personal style, from classic and traditional to modern and edgy. Some popular materials for men’s watches include stainless steel, gold, and leather.

Rings: Rings are a popular choice for men’s jewelry and can be worn on any finger. They can be simple and subtle or more ornate and decorative, depending on the wearer’s preference. Popular materials for men’s rings include metal, wood, and stone. Some men choose to wear rings as a symbol of their commitment, such as wedding bands or engagement rings. For fashion or to symbolize a meaningful event or accomplishment.

Cufflinks: Cufflinks are a sophisticated and refined option for men who want to add a touch of elegance to their

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Jewel Of N-E Burning – The Hitavada

Posted on June 8, 2023 by Betty R. Sattler

The eviction drive, which began in February, was seen as yet another anti-tribal move, leading to alarm and widespread discontent not only among the Kuki community which was affected by it but also other tribals who have many villages within reserved forest areas.

ETHNIC violence, which has engulfed Manipur over the last few days, was brewing for some time as a long history of mutual suspicion between ethnic groups in the Imphal valley and its surrounding hills turned into a simmering conflict after the BJP-led Manipur Government started a drive to evict tribal villagers from reserved forests.

The spark for the raging violence was lit by demonstrations by tribal groups against a move to grant the majority Meiteis the Scheduled Tribe (ST) status, which the residents of the hills had been enjoying for decades since Independence. The Government in Manipur, regardless of which party comes to power, has always been dominated by plainsmen Meiteis, who account for about 53 per cent of the State’s population and live mostly in irregular oval-shaped Imphal valley. Consequently, the Government’s actions have often been viewed through the prism of suspicion by tribals — mostly Nagas and Kukis — who make up 40 per cent of Manipur’s population and live for the most part in the hills surrounding the valley.

Interestingly, the fertile Imphal valley makes up for about a tenth of the total land mass of the State while the surrounding hills, ideal for militant hide-outs and home to a long-running insurgency, account for 90 per cent of the State’s lands.

The eviction drive, which began in February, was seen as yet another anti-tribal move, leading to alarm and widespread discontent not only among the Kuki community which was affected by it but also other tribals who have many villages within reserved forest

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