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Unsexy Things That Are Surprisingly Great

Total Rec • 9286 implied HN points • 22 Jun 24
🪞 Fashion & Beauty Beauty Clothing Marketing Skincare Lifestyle
  1. Finding value in unsexy products can lead to surprisingly great discoveries, separating genuine quality from flashy marketing gimmicks.
  2. Shopping for uncool items allows you to prioritize personal preferences over brand influence, leading to a more fulfilling shopping experience.
  3. Embracing unsexy brands helps in appreciating products for their true value and reduces the chase for novelty, fostering contentment and a more thoughtful consumption approach.

How To Go On In A World Full Of Cruelty

Caitlin’s Newsletter • 2202 implied HN points • 03 Nov 24
📖 Philosophy Existentialism Ethics Beauty Human experience Nature
  1. Feeling overwhelmed by the world's cruelty is normal. It's okay to take a break and fully experience those emotions before getting back to work.
  2. Finding beauty in everything, even in dark and difficult situations, can help keep hope alive. You can appreciate the world's chaos while still fighting for a better future.
  3. Love for the planet and all its creatures is a powerful motivator. This love drives actions and encourages resilience, even amid challenging times.

Desire Digest 001

Many Such Cases • 1698 implied HN points • 27 Jun 24
🎭️ Culture Sexuality Beauty Social media Relationships Trends
  1. The term 'hawk tuah' became popular online from a viral clip where a woman casually talks about her sexual desires. It shows a fun, carefree attitude towards sexuality, even if it gets commercialized later.
  2. Beauty products are increasingly marketed to signal desire rather than encourage real experiences of intimacy. For example, lip colors are now designed to evoke a feeling of sexiness but might not reflect actual sexual interactions.
  3. Feeld's new feature lets users connect with multiple partners, which aims to embrace non-traditional relationships. However, it raises questions about whether we need more labels when exploring unconventional dynamics.
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Meet The Lipsdick: A Dick-Shaped Lipstick

The Unpublishable • 12421 implied HN points • 07 Mar 23
🪞 Fashion & Beauty Beauty Feminism Gender Art Marketing
  1. A lipstick shaped like a penis was launched, sparking discussions about beauty standards and feminism in the industry.
  2. The product's marketing as empowering and innovative is being questioned, as it may perpetuate stereotypes and lack depth.
  3. The controversy highlights issues with media coverage of such products, raising concerns about critical thinking and substance in journalism.

The Taylor Swift Manicure That Has Unsettled My Spirit

Hung Up • 6250 implied HN points • 03 Feb 24
🪞 Fashion & Beauty Fashion Beauty
  1. Taylor Swift's colorful and glittery manicure at a football game sparked discussion and fascination among fans.
  2. Swift's fashion choices and persona are seen as approachable and relatable compared to other celebrities.
  3. There is speculation that Swift's unique style may not align with high fashion brands, but she continues to engage and intrigue her audience with her personal flair.

ANOTHER WORLD EXISTS

The Unpublishable • 10849 implied HN points • 21 Feb 23
🎭️ Culture Beauty Fashion Art
  1. Kim Kardashian's alien-themed campaign for SKIMS reflects a cultural beauty ideal
  2. The poem highlights societal focus on skincare technology and beauty standards
  3. It comments on humanity's superficial pursuit of perfection while longing for connection

Vanity fair.

Soaring Twenties • 201 implied HN points • 22 Jan 25
🎭️ Culture Feminism Identity Beauty Gossip Social norms
  1. People often expect you to define yourself in one way, but it's okay to like different things or change your mind. We can all have complex identities.
  2. Feminism isn't about fitting into a specific image or following strict rules; it is about wanting equality and being able to express ourselves freely without judgment.
  3. Gossip and assumptions about others can be harmful, and it's important to focus on being understanding and accepting of people's choices instead of labeling them.

"I'll Never Be Beautiful, He'll Never Love Me, and I Just Can't Live Like This"

Ask E. Jean • 1552 implied HN points • 28 Feb 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Mental health Self-Improvement Beauty Emotional Wellbeing
  1. The key to changing how you see yourself is to change the relationships that influence your self-perception.
  2. Having the will and determination to make positive changes in your life is a huge accomplishment.
  3. Embrace your uniqueness and focus on being unforgettable rather than aiming for average beauty.

50something woman leaves the house without makeup shocker!

The Shift With Sam Baker • 1058 implied HN points • 05 Oct 23
🪞 Fashion & Beauty Beauty Makeup Aging Self-Acceptance
  1. Leaving the house without makeup, especially as a woman over 50, can be seen as an act of courage and rebellion against societal beauty standards.
  2. As people age, their attitude towards makeup and beauty standards may shift, with some choosing a more minimal approach or opting to prioritize comfort and self-acceptance.
  3. The discussion around makeup, particularly going makeup-free, extends beyond just a fashion trend and can signify a larger movement towards women feeling empowered to embrace their natural beauty.

Immanuel Kant — Beauty

Ralph Ammer • 569 implied HN points • 20 Jan 24
📖 Philosophy Beauty Truth Knowledge
  1. Beauty leads us to truth and goodness according to Immanuel Kant.
  2. Our perceptions are structured by concepts inside our mind, creating our understanding of the world.
  3. Beauty is a relief from rational thinking, allowing us to enjoy the playful dance of our mind with the world.

Ely Cathedral and the beauty of progress.

The Common Reader • 1098 implied HN points • 02 Feb 24
🎨 Art & Illustration Architecture History Progress Beauty
  1. Ely Cathedral showcases the evolution of architectural progress from Romanesque to Gothic styles.
  2. The transition from Romanesque to Gothic architecture highlights the significant engineering improvements that allowed for artistic advancements.
  3. The beauty and grandeur of Gothic architecture in Ely Cathedral represent a high point in Western architectural history.

What's got my attention this week #42

The Shift With Sam Baker • 299 implied HN points • 22 Mar 24
🪞 Fashion & Beauty Fashion Beauty
  1. The Shift With Sam Baker is a reader-supported publication that relies on paid subscribers for its existence.
  2. The newsletter includes links to interesting articles and writings about topics like midlife crisis, privacy issues, and life coaching.
  3. The newsletter also covers diverse subjects such as fashion, current events, and personal development.

The Intrinsic Value of Consciousness

Going Awol • 139 implied HN points • 24 Apr 24
📖 Philosophy Value Consciousness Aesthetics Beauty
  1. Intrinsic value is value something has for its own sake, like pleasure or achievement, while instrumental value is value something has as a means to an end, like money.
  2. Consciousness is considered instrumentally valuable as it is a prerequisite for many intrinsically valuable things like forming relationships, feeling happiness, and experiencing beauty.
  3. The aesthetic value of consciousness lies in its beauty and the wonder it inspires, as it is seen as sublime and intricately mysterious.

What's got my attention this week #32

The Shift With Sam Baker • 319 implied HN points • 12 Jan 24
🪞 Fashion & Beauty Fashion Beauty
  1. The fashion industry is showcasing older female celebrities like Diana Ross, who is 80, in campaigns, highlighting a positive shift in representation.
  2. Various interesting articles and interviews discussing topics like women artists, health tips, and multigenerational living were shared in the post.
  3. The post is exclusive for paid subscribers, offering access to the newsletter archive, book club, reader chat, and supporting the production of the newsletter and podcast.