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Explore Creator top sellers from the Big Spring Sale

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Best tech deals from Amazon's Big Spring Sale

As a participant in multiple affiliate marketing programs, Localish will earn a commission for certain purchases. See full disclaimer below* Amazon’s Big Spring sale is live only through tonight and one of the biggest categories seeing the steepest discounts is tech. We’ve rounded up the can’t-miss tech deals below from the sale line right now. These include Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) under…

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Samsung Galaxy S24 phones are on sale for record-low prices in the Amazon Big Spring Sale

موقع شبرون للتقنية وأخبار العالم- متابعات تقنية: The Amazon Big Spring Sale may not be considered a spring Prime Day, but it has brought a number of good discounts on the new Samsung Galaxy S24 smartphones. Perhaps you’ve been waiting for a solid deal on the top-end Galaxy S24 Ultra, which usually starts at $1,300 for a version with 256GB of storage. That variant is currently $150 off at $1,150.…

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Y'all we gotta go hard

Listen. I'm OT7 and I know feelings run deep around the bias/supporter debate. I'm not here to get into it. I will be participating in recomeback this Thursday and I will stream 24/7 for all 7 on my own and I will join your Stationhead parties any time you want. As long as you're not an asshole out to harm people, what you buy and stream is your business.

But look how close two of our boys are to making history. Like... we GOTTA focus those playlists and fill with new releases. Yes, I'm 100% on board with Spring Day goals but I'm talking about the next six months. We gotta go hard!

Jimin can be first asian soloist in the Decade to win BBMA . We are so close to getting that #1 and BBMA best selling song. If we chart all 5 versions of LC inside top50 in iTunes for the whole week that will be 5K sales/ week .

Yoongi’s D-Day album is eligible for rap category nominations & awards at the BBMAs. IF we push both sales & streams, Yoongi can make history! D-Day’s numbers are good & it's still the top selling rap album in US. We need big accs to organize buying parties on iTunes and Amazon!

Let's get it!! Imagine their happy faces! FIGHTING!!!

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How to Get the Best Deals on Products .The Ultimate Guide to Buying Products on Sale .

Know before Buying Products on Sales.

Buying products on sale is a great way to save money. But with so many sales and discounts available, it can be difficult to know where to start. Here is an ultimate guide to help you find the best deals on products and save money.

Best deals on products Seasonal sales

Many retailers offer discounts on seasonal items during the off-season. For example, you can find great deals on winter clothes in the spring and summer. and also Holidays like Black Friday and Cyber Monday are a great time to find deals on a variety of products. Retailers often have clearance sales to get rid of excess inventory. This is a great way to find deals on discontinued items or last-season styles. and  Outlet stores sell discounted merchandise from brand-name retailers. This is a great place to find deals on name-brand products.

Second-hand stores sell used items, including clothes, furniture, and electronics. This is a great place to find deals on gently-used items. Buying products on sale .

Do your research: Before you buy anything, do your research to find out the fair market value of the product. This will help you avoid overpaying. check price on the online platform like Amazon , Flipkart and all . Because to know the price difference from offline retailer and online platform so that you can compare the best product at good price .

Use price comparison tools: There are a number of websites and apps that allow you to compare prices from different retailers. This is a great way to make sure you're getting the best deal. There are many number of the tools which give You the best Analytics graph of price difference so that people can check the price up and down on that product in the online platforms because they want to give you the best .

Sign up for retailer newsletters: Many retailers offer email newsletters that notify you of sales and promotions. This is a great way to stay up-to-date on the latest deals. Here one thing you can also do is giving your Mobile number if you know them or trust them because through this they can send you the message of offers and high sales and Seasonal discount on the each product which help you to reduce the time of research .

Use coupons and promo codes: Many retailers offer coupons and promo codes that can save you money on your purchase. Be sure to check for these before you checkout. Uncover a treasure trove of savings through coupons and promotional codes. Retailers frequently provide these codes, translating into significant price reductions when applied during checkout. Remember to scout for these virtual keys to savings.

Shop around: Don't just buy from the first retailer you see. Compare prices from different stores to make sure you're getting the best deal.

Negotiate: If you're buying a big-ticket item, don't be afraid to negotiate the price. Many retailers are willing to negotiate, especially if you're a loyal customer and Embarking on a significant purchase journey? Don't hesitate to flex your negotiation muscles. Retailers often respond favorably, particularly when dealing with loyal customers. Your prowess in negotiation can unveil hidden discounts.

How to get discounts

Be a loyal customer: Many retailers offer discounts to loyal customers. Sign up for their loyalty program and start earning points or rewards . and Forge a digital connection with your preferred retailers on social media platforms. Their posts often unveil hidden gems – sales and promotions that would otherwise remain concealed. Stay effortlessly updated on the latest deals through these channels.

Use a credit card with cash back rewards: There are a number of credit cards that offer cash back rewards on your purchases. This can be a great way to earn money back on your shopping.

Shop with cashback websites: There are a number of websites that offer cashback rewards when you shop through their website. This is a great way to earn money back on your shopping.

Use a price drop protection service: There are a number of services that will refund you the difference if the price of an item drops within a certain period of time after you purchase it. This is a great way to ensure you're getting the best deal.

Shopping tips

Set a budget: Before you start shopping, set a budget and stick to it. This will help you avoid overspending.

Make a list: Before you go shopping, make a list of the items you need. This will help you stay focused and avoid impulse purchases.

Shop online: Online shopping can be a great way to find deals. Many retailers offer discounts and promotions on their websites.

Shop during off-peak times: Retailers are more likely to offer discounts during off-peak times, such as weekdays or during the off-season.

Conclusion

Embrace Timing Flexibility: Not all sales are born equal. The off-season and weekdays often play host to some of the most remarkable deals. Keep your shopping schedule versatile. Explore Every Avenue: The first option isn't necessarily the best. Allow yourself the luxury of exploring multiple retailers, comparing prices, and ensuring you're capturing the most favorable deal.

Seek Expert Advice: If the path to remarkable deals seems intricate, don't hesitate to seek assistance. Sales personnel possess a wealth of insights that can steer you toward the most lucrative deals. A simple question can lead you in the right direction .By following these tips, you can find the best deals on products and save money. So don't wait any longer, start shopping today!

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Craft Goals for 2023

Upcoming Craft Goals for 2023:

January: Finish the Big Boba Fett Cross Stitch and get it framed.  Hope to have the stitching done by the end of January.  Framing will take longer since I still have to find a good frame.  (I’ve found some good frames for other projects at Goodwill, still looking for the right one for this one).

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B086X1PP7W/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o06_s00?ie=UTF8&th=1

February:  Gingerbread Tree Skirt.  This is a pattern from the Crochet Crowd and Yarnspirations, and the yarn has already been purchased.  The hope is to have a full-sized Christmas tree next year, so this is the skirt that will be used for it.  

https://thecrochetcrowd.com/gingerbread-afghan-tree-skirt-pattern/

(I want to do it in these colors, I think it will go well with my living room.  The pattern also allows one to make a round blanket, so if I like it I may make one for the back of the couch).

March: I bought all the supplies, um, before the pandemic to make a spring wreath and I never even unpacked the box.  I want to actually do it.  

https://www.bhg.com/holidays/easter/crafts/make-a-tulip-wreath/

I picked different colors when the silk flowers were on sale, but hell if I remember which I chose, so I guess I have a surprise in April.  It was pastel but not pink.

April: I found some sock yarn I still haven’t used so this spring I want to knit a pair of socks for me.  I also expect to be doing some yard work so I’m not planning anything bigger than that.  Hopefully I will find my sock needles by April.  They are . . . somewhere.

May: I bought an embroidery kit at ALDI sometime during the pandemic and I want to actually start using it.  I already know how to cross stitch but other than a kit I never finished sometime in the 2000′s the last time I learned to do embroidery was in sixth grade home economics class.  Eventually I want to put together enough supplies to cross stitch and embroider regularly.  Friends IRL, expect thready gifts in the future.  

https://www.hinkler.com.au/create-your-own-embroidery-box-set

June: Another kit I purchased years ago and never used is the Star Wars Crochet Kit.  I definitely want to use this (and if I like it, there is now a Mandalorian kit).  

https://www.amazon.com/Star-Crochet-Editors-Thunder-Press/dp/1645176010/ref=sr_1_4?keywords=star+wars+crochet+kit&qid=1672609548&sprefix=star+wars+crochet%2Caps%2C117&sr=8-4

July:  July is going to inevitably be hot, so it may be time to break out the rock painting kit I bought and stop trying to work with textiles.  Yes, I’ve been buying kits because I haven’t had the brain space to buy supplies and everything is ready when I am.  I also purchased this one from ALDI (this year.  I was about to buy a second identical embroidery kit and realized I already had one at home).  I have no idea what I will do with them, but we’ll see if I like it.

https://www.amazon.com/Metallic-Rock-Painting-Tuck-Box/dp/1488936358/ref=asc_df_1488936358/?tag=&linkCode=df0&hvadid=393872337347&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=17191787448781098786&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9005930&hvtargid=pla-756203764489&ref=&adgrpid=78517715221&th=1

August: I have a knock off Diamond Dots kit and August seems like a good month to try that.  It’s supposed to be similar to cross stitch, but again, no textiles in the heat.  If I like it, I already have a few more kits that I bought on sale/on a whim/for free shipping on amazon. Those can be considered in 2024.

https://www.hinkler.com.au/crystal-creations-proud-peacock

September-December:  When fall comes Christmas is just around the corner.  I want to keep some time available to start doing holiday gifts, but I hope to do some craft painting.  I’ve got quite a few ceramic ornaments to paint that I’ve collected over the years, so I can work on those.  I also used to make marbled glass ornaments and fall is a good time to do that because they can take weeks to dry but only need to be turned 1-2 times a day so it’s good to make a bunch at once.  Also I will be doing Inktober again, so that covers October.

https://www.marthastewart.com/274467/christmas-ornament-projects?slide=f755a21b-ca8d-4267-91c5-c207114819cc#f755a21b-ca8d-4267-91c5-c207114819cc

https://www.favecrafts.com/Ornaments/Marbelous-Ornaments

I have a few orphan projects I may do when I have time (like that Mandala blanket) and I know I won’t make all of these goals.  And I’m sure holiday gifts will totally derail some.  But these are the fun plans.  And I may do some smaller cross stitch projects in between.

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Annnd I’m Back

I may have mentioned that the mister took a quick trip down to visit his mother and siblings, I’m flying down to see my mom in March so I didn’t tag along on this trip.  I still have sticker shock from buying my March ticket.  Granted, I’m flying into a small airport but if I’d left from Nashville the price would have been just under $200, leaving from Baltimore (same carrier)  was almost triple that. Ugh.  I’m still going through Atlanta so it’s not like I was able to book a nifty non-stop. It is what it is. Just seems like a rip-off, and I’m in denial about things like longer trip, added fuel costs,etc.  It’s not that much longer.  Anywayyyyy, enough beefing about that.  While Mickey was out of town I unplugged.  I ignored news, social media (mostly) and even email.  I lost myself in arts and crafts, reading, and watched a lot of Ina Garten.  It was soothing.  I forgot about the crazy world and just existed in my happy bubble.  Sure, I could do a lot of that when my spouse is home - but it’s lovelier to do it with no timetable.  I could skip making meals because if I wasn’t hungry it didn’t matter. I’ve been worrying about everyone’s meal schedule but my own since I was eighteen. Turns out I really only get hungry about once a day. I might be onto something here.  Oh sure, you could say that just because I cooked for someone else doesn’t mean I have to sit down and eat it too.  Get outta’ here with that crazy talk. I could waste away to normal doing that.  Most of my meals looked like this - roasted green beans, brown butter carrots from the crockpot, and a dab of garlic aioli to dip those beans in.  Healthy-ish.

Moving on to the crafty part of my week - some of it was practical and some of it was frivolous. I happen to think that frivolity is a necessary part of life.  The practical side of things had to do with that big ol’ trunk I bought a couple weeks ago. It sits under the double windows in the master bedroom (I’ve been told that’s politically incorrect and it should be primary bedroom).  That’s the perfect spot for it but it blocks a heating/cooling vent.  I figured all it needed was a little lift.  I found some wooden legs, not quite as big and squatty as I wanted, but I’m a fan of using what’s available.  I called upon my old friend spray paint...

and in no time that trunk was raised just to window height (the cats love it) and air was once again flowing freely.

I wonder where that trunk has been and what it has held - wish it could talk! My next project was equally as easy, and involved tea cups. There’s an auction house in Denton, Trice Auctions, and you can buy anything from tea cups to a dump truck there.  I opted for the cups.  Trice is a company that handles mostly estate sales. Every week they post a variety of goods and you can bid from the comfort of your home and pick up your winnings the following day. I tend to get excited over furniture and dishes (McCoy bowls, Fire King Jadeite, etc) and my picks usually close at a higher price than I’m willing to pay.  Nice to know I have good taste though. I’ve purchased some gorgeous frames - a grouping of three for TWO DOLLARS, and some beautiful tea cups and saucers. The cups and saucers came in at about two dollars a set, so I spent something like eight or nine dollars on those.  I’m turning them into pretty bird feeders. Anything is possible with Gorilla Glue.

I’d ordered a set of plant stakes from Amazon - the type that support large plants, I chose some that are 30 inches tall. 

Once again, my BFF showed up to help...

they arrived silver, no thank you.  I would have loved to really dress them up, maybe use something glittery, but I went with a good, solid green so that the stake will actually blend in with the gardens or potted plants where they’ll eventually be placed.  Once the stakes were dry I glued the saucer to that circular part and let it set.  Then I glued the tea cup to the saucer.  When spring arrives my porch plants and a couple of garden spots will offer bird seed in these sweet little cups.

I’ll put them in protected areas, and they’ll be easy enough to rinse out with a hose.  I’m convinced that the birds will appreciate the bit of fancy.  I’d love to see a robin or wren perched on the edge of that cup and enjoying a snack.

I did play with a bit of clay this week as well and made a pair of earrings to celebrate the arrival  of February. I figured it was easier to make hugs and kisses than groundhogs.

And since the grandgirl’s birthday is coming up I made a little bo for her to store the crown jewels.  She loves nothing more than a tiara and to deck herself in glittery, shiny things.  The universe gave her the right Grancy for that.  I try not to give her things that don’t come with a storage container of its own.  Imagine a little girl with two sets of grandparents, some great-grandparents, and a collection of aunts and uncles who love to give her things.  It fills up a room and a house pretty quickly.  That’s why I try to provide storage with the gift.  I found one of those magnetic-close boxes (in pink!) for a couple of bucks. It’s about 8 inches by 11 inches, so perfect!

 I rummaged around in my odds and ends and found some black velvety fabric.  Probably left over from a long ago Halloween.  So I measured a piece of cardboard from the bajillion Amazon packages we get, and made sure it fit the  box.

I had some pillow stuffing, but you could use foam, batting, whatever you have handy.  I glued that down on the cardboard, wrapped the fabric around that and glued it in the back, then glued in the whole she-bang, and now we have a box for her crowns.

I’ll put some smaller boxes inside to hold her clip on earrings and some sparkly necklaces.  Every girl should have a treasure chest, right?   I feel like I need to swipe those inside walls with a hint of glitter.  Maybe not. So there you have it, I was alone for four days and didn’t waste a minute of it.  In my world anything is possible with paint and glue.  I didn’t share the painting that I worked on because it’s in progress - but I’m getting better at florals and I’ll be using some of those pretty frames I picked up at the auction.  I’m thinking of branching out and doing multi-media collages with my dead people.  Why limit them to cards? I’m sure some woman needs this on her wall.

Or maybe this in her office.

On canvas with a combination of paint, fabric, and some doodads - they’d make nice gifts for girlfriends.  Can you tell I’m trying to talk myself into it?  I’m going to give it a whirl.  Why not? And that, my friends, explains my absence for the last few days.  I’ve been knee deep in fun.  Well, my kind of fun.  I hope that you’re doing something that feeds your soul and takes you away from the crazy world from time to time.  We all need it.  My talents are meager but I still find joy in using them. Use up what the universe gave you - your singing voice, your athleticism, your musical talents, your green thumb, your baking skills, whatever it is!  Don’t waste your gift.  You don’t have to be the very best at it, you don’t have to make money from it, if you enjoy it - that’s enough.  Don’t turn pleasure into pressure. On that note, I’ll wrap up this rambling post. Sending out oodles of love and crossing my fingers that the groundhog sees his shadow tomorrow. I know, I know, everyone else is sick of winter.  I just want one blizzard and then I’ll shut up.  We woke up to a dusting of snow today and it was gone by noon. Not good enough.  Come on,  Punxsutawney Phil - throw me a bone!

Hear me out, even if it stays chilly we’re still gaining daylight, right? Win-win! Until tomorrow - stay safe, stay well.

Nancy  

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Ready For Prime Time

We see it everywhere. Apple Pay. Google Pay. Paypal. Pay with Klarna. Everyone wants a piece of the action, even if it is only a small sliver. With total retail sales at $6.5 trillion, there’s plenty of money to be made at the margin, even if the margin is small.

But now Amazon is extending its reach. Buy With Prime launches at the end of the month, and allows partner retailers to leverage every aspect of Amazon’s might, from order fulfillment to payment processing and returns. Of course, Amazon assesses several payments along the way, from storage to packing and shipping, not to mention credit card processing. Customers get all the same benefits they get when using their Prime account at Amazon. And partner companies can still offer their own order fulfillment and processing if customers opt out of the Prime feature.

In some regards, it’s like being in bed with the enemy. But as they say (whoever “they” is), if you can’t beat ‘em, join ‘em.

Amazon put Buy With Prime into test market last Spring among its existing Fulfilled By Amazon (FBA) clients. It works rather seamlessly: partner retailers simply add a BWP logo and button, all copy and paste just like PayPal code. Oh, and ship some inventory to the nearest Amazon warehouse.

Partnering with Amazon relieves the small company from having to handle time-consuming (and expensive) order fulfillment responsibilities, storage, as well as shipping, for which Amazon has already brokered huge discounts. Basically, you can “off-shore” multiple layers of your business, expand your reach, and quite possibly enjoy higher sales and profits.

From Amazon’s perspective, this is not all that different from food manufacturers selling off unused capacity by contracting to make private label goods. Amazon is doing the same, albeit in warehousing, packing, and shipping.

There was once a time when Amazon was demonized for being too successful. After all, shopping online necessarily displaces smaller business along the way. But that’s like complaining 110 years ago that auto manufacturers were putting bicycle retailers and farriers out of business. They had to adapt, or go out of business. Today’s small businesses have similarly been forced to evolve or die.

Or partner with Amazon. And to be fair, Amazon will probably take some heat for reaching its tentacles into more of the retail pie.

But Amazon has also reached a plateau, and has begun laying off 18,000 workers. Anything it can do to help put the company in better balance is a good thing, and BWP may very well play a big role.

All things considered, this is a good move for small retailers as well as Amazon. While smaller companies must have an e-commerce presence, managing the back end of that can be a major distraction from storefront operations. Letting the expert—in this case, Amazon—do that is genius for both parties.

And I as a customer find this particularly appealing, because I’ve been clicking those Amazon Buy Now buttons more times than I wish to admit.

Dr “I’ll Click To That“ Gerlich

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The Return of the Flip-Flop

Summer’s most standard sandal is getting a fashion-forward upgrade.

This week, Havaianas, the Brazilian brand that’s made $20 rubber flip-flops for over 60 years, is rolling out a collaboration with Italian luxury label Dolce & Gabbana.

The collection features four classic Havaianas’ flip-flops done in classically D&G maximalist prints, including leopard, zebra and bright, illustrated florals.

At $138, they’re priced over six times higher than a standard pair of Havaianas, and will be sold at luxury retailers like Selfridges and Galeries Lafayette, as well as on both brands’ direct-to-consumer websites.

It’s all part of Havaianas’ plan to harness this current moment, where its flagship shoe is on the upswing.

The brand, which saw its first-quarter profits increase nearly 9 percent and sales go up 3 percent from 2023 to 2024, is focussing on getting in front of consumers.

D&G is its third collaboration this year, following team-ups with fellow Brazilian-born label Farm Rio in March and lifestyle label Maison Kitsuné in April.

Last fall, it rolled out a new brand campaign, and this summer, it will further lean into out-of-home advertising and in-store display to maximise its busiest season.

“Being part of people’s lives again is a must for us,” said Maria Fernanda Albuquerque, vice president of global marketing at Havaianas’ parent company Alpargatas SA. “Flip-flops are super on trend, so we need to ride this wave.”

It’s a good time for the sandal seller to align itself with a luxury label (even if it’s one with a controversial past).

The luxury market can’t seem to get enough flip-flops.

Major brands, including Chanel, Loewe, Prada, Saint Laurent, Gucci, Tory Burch and Louis Vuitton, are all selling pairs, plus fashion favourites like Jil Sander, Toteme and Khaite.

Nostalgia is, of course, a driving factor.

(Even the Millennial favourite squishy “Floaties” flip-flops are back;

a made-for-2024 version is available at Free People and Amazon.)

But the flip-flop’s coming resurgence is proof that even in the age of TikTok micro-fads,

the standard playbook for driving trends is alive and well:

It’s trickled through the upper echelons of the fashion industry,

and now is poised to break through to the masses.

Sales haven’t yet seen an uptick, according to market research company Circana, but it’s still early on in the trends’ lifespan.

Nikolas Minoglou, co-founder and CEO of footwear seller Ancient Greek Sandals, said the brand didn’t see much wholesale interest nine months ago, which he attributed to caution around an unproven trend.

On its DTC channels, however, its seen flip-flop sales increase threefold this year.

Minoglou added that he believes the increase could have been four or five as much if the company had the stock.

(Ancient Greek Sandals is currently producing more of its flip-flop styles to meet demand.)

This wave of flip-flops and thong sandals are better suited to a dinner out than a day at the pool.

The Row kicked it off with the debut of its Ginza sandal — a $990 flip-flop with a leather or suede upper and a one-inch platform — in 2019;

by the Spring 2024 season, elevated takes on the flip-flop were appearing on the runway at Chanel, Staud, Ferragamo, Proenza Schouler and more.

Now, Madewell and Gap are selling more thong-inspired sandals, as well as direct-to-consumer players like Rothy’s (which is owned by the same parent company as Havaianas) and Reformation.

“I used to only wear flip flops home from pedicures, it wasn’t something that I’d walk around in all day,” said Rachel Cohen Smolyar, a content creator and a former buyer for Bergdorf Goodman. “But obviously when big brands like The Row are pushing a shoe, people are going to buy them.”

Fashion’s Take on Flip-Flops

In some ways, today’s flip-flops are different from the ones that came before; in others, they’re eerily familiar.

Styles that were aughts staples, like Havaianas, are making their way back into the fashion conversation, as are platform flip-flops, which saw searches increase 255 percent this spring, according to analytics platform Trendalytics.

But there’s also more unique twists, from versions that extend to wrap around the wearers’ ankle (think Miu Miu’s popular Riviere cord and leather sandals) to more dressed-up styles with a kitten heel — Trendalytics found that searches for kitten heel flip flops increased 700 percent in April.

J.Crew, Loft, Mango and even Old Navy, synonymous with rubber flip-flops, have introduced leather (or faux) versions, many unmistakably inspired by The Row’s Ginza or its City or Beach styles.

Havaianas, too, has introduced a more stylish square-toed version of its rubber flip-flop, plus a number of new silhouettes inspired by the thong shape or introducing design details like chains and buckles to the rubber silhouette.

Giving a utilitarian sandal a fashion upgrade is a playbook that’s worked in the past.

Look at Birkenstock, which has collaborated with the likes of Jil Sander and Rick Owens, and seen its stock rise by over 60 percent since its October 2023 IPO.

Likewise, these updates will help consumers consider flip-flops for a different setting, beyond the pool.

“What the industry is really struggling with lately is consumers pulling back on their buying, newness and innovation becomes more important.” said Beth Goldstein, executive director and footwear industry analyst at

Circana. “It’s not necessarily recreating the wheel but evolving it. So people are like, ‘I had this but now it’s something new that I don’t have in my closet, so I’m going to go for it.’”

Behind the Rise of the Flip-Flop

The flip-flop’s current prevalence is also a reminder that despite how much TikTok dominates the conversation, with its rapid-fire, hyper-specific trends like “mob wife” and “coastal grandmother,” it’s still possible for the old rules of trends to apply, particularly when thinking about the rise of an overall product category.

“Nowadays sometimes we see trends on TikTok, in the masses first,” said Kendall Becker, director of trend and editorial strategy for analytics platform Trendalytics. “This was hands down sparked by runways and luxury.”

Goldstein attributes the lack of a sales bump so far to the fact that seasonal footwear generally is softer than more year-round styles like loafers and sneakers.

According to Becker, it may be because people may be seeking out specific shoes, like The Row’s Ginza.

There’s reason to believe that shift will begin this summer.

According to Trendalytics, searches for thong sandals were up 12 percent in May; as temperatures rise, more people will reevaluate their sandal collection.

The options are certainly available, and as influencers further embrace the style, consumers are likely to follow.

“For some reason the flip flops make you look cooler, like wearing an evening dress and flip flops,” said Christina Martini, the co-founder and designer of Ancient Greek Sandals. “We’ve seen that a lot lately, that creates an appetite for it.”

Dear Miss Manners: Even though compression socks are uncomfortable, I wear them when flying to prevent medical issues. Putting them on at home before I leave for the airport adds at least three hours of discomfort. What is the least objectionable or rude way to put them on to reduce the amount of time I have to wear them? While seated at the terminal, partially shielded by my carry-on bag? After I’ve been seated on the airplane?

Gentle Reader:

The idea here is to avoid exposing your bare feet near anyone’s face. Sweet they may be, but strangers tend to believe otherwise.

Therefore, the terminal is a better choice.

But if you plan to wear thin socks under the others, Miss Manners will allow you a bit more time in comfort.

Or a lot more, if your plane is late.

[joyfulpirates]

Updated thoughts on some products I recently bought for my own routine (context, I spent several years not caring about skincare AT ALL and am now very glad I coupon religiously because damn). For every picture, I'll list off all the products shown. I just need to make sure the pictures get there, and y'all presumably have Amazon.

(This is the Byoma Hydrating Milky Toner.)

I really like this, but because of some issues I'm still having with a different product (that I've removed but is still fucking me up), I'm not enjoying it as much as I would ordinarily. I'll try some of their other toners first, but this one seems like a good fit for my skin (which leans dry even during the spring and summer).

It was about $20 at Target, but I coupon like a beast, so I managed to get 50% off.

(This is the Byoma Brightening Travel Kit. I'm going to include all the products individually. This was $5, but it retails for $19, I just coupon really aggressively and go for sales.)

I've used a lot of cleansers, but the Creamy Jelly Cleanser is my favorite, hands down. I'm buying a version of this and their Cleansing Balm as soon as I get the money for it. Why? Because it's gentle on my skin and it doesn't leave oil residue behind, which are two problems I tend to have with other cleaners, even with double and triple Cleansing (I was doing a Quadruple Cleanse for a few years, before I finally got frustrated and gave up on skincare entirely).

Full disclosure, I still don't know why this was happening. Honestly, the leading consensus is newspaper ink. No one could figure it out. I went to doctors, dermatologists, drunk college students, and an ex of mine for help, and all of them looked at me like I was insane.

The Jelly Cleanser is the best daily cleanser I've tried. With a cleansing balm (I recently tried out the CeraVe Cleansing Balm, it works but it's too small for the price, I could probably use this to remove my makeup.

The Byoma Brightening Serum with Niacinamide and Hyaluronic Acid

Full disclosure, my big Skincare Problems are actually pretty simple.

I have skin that leans dry, but still gathers up enough of a sweat to cause oiliness and debris. I'll get breakouts if I don't wash my face, and they tend to be pretty deep and pretty nasty (though not prolific or life-altering like I've seen admittedly), usually around my eyes where my glasses sit. I get hormonal breakouts around my jaw, chest, and neck. I have really deep dark circles that always lead to me looking tired and groggy.

Has the serum helped the pore situation? I mean no, but I've only been using it for a week. Has the serum helped my dark circles? No, and it probably won't, they're genetic and there's nothing I can do about that.

The Byoma Moisturizing Rich Cream

Don't get me wrong. It's a nice cream. I don't mind it. I just have a loyalty to my jar of CeraVe, which I've been using daily for a month and still doesn't look touched (not just on my face either, I use it for my elbows).

It's okay. If you think you'd like it (pro tip, this is better for dry and combo girls, I don't think oily girls are gonna be fond of this). I'll just probably not purchase this ever again, and I don't think that's wrong.

Agency Anti-Aging Skincare

I know this is bad of me to say, since I'm currently using their free trial, but fuck it. I hate this brand.

They prescribed me two retinols (one for my eyes, one for my face), a face cream, and a Cleanser.

In order:

-I don't know what this is, but the retinols burn the shit out of my face. I use it as directed by the bottle, but it's so uncomfortable and itchy - and if I'm not enjoying it, I don't think I'd get into skincare in general. I couldn't bear to use them for longer than a few days, and I'm not shy about using retinols typically.

-I'm having an allergic reaction to the moisturizing cream. What kind? The kind where pieces of your skin fall off your face in dry flakes. That kind. It's annoying, and not the type of reaction I typically associate with moisturizers, I more see that in retinols, so I don't know if this is all down to this retinol they prescribed me, or if there's other stuff at work here.

-I don't know what's going on with the eye cream, but it smells like death.

-The Cleanser is the worst part of it though. It burns, it doesn't really do anything for your makeup, and it just ... SITS THERE.

I'm really glad I have that policy of only buying samples at first, because I'm sending this free trial back. I'm not going to use this line anymore, or pay for anything they sell. I've been eyeing Curology for a few years, so I'm glad I took the leap on Agency since they're owned by the same company, but I will probably not be taking more leaps like this, and in fact will probably just avoid Curology's parent company altogether.

And of course, we can't forget Old Faithful:

I can't emphasize enough how much I adore this moisturizer. It looks so good under foundation guys, you should try it.

[tommock]

I did a Boobub Promo: here's what happened so far...

Bookbub international deal: $359 (US)

Category: Horror

Price: $0.99

Flexible date (they picked)

Links provided: Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Kobo, Apple Books

Promo went out on the Wednesday newsletter. I was allowed to pick how long the sale would last. Based on Bookbub's recommendations, I entered a 5 day discount, taking the sale thru Sunday. The book stayed on their sight as a featured deal for that time period.

The big spike in sales was all Wednesday when the book went out. ~400 sales on Amazon.

Total sales: 663 ($252.66)

Amazon: 540 ($190.51)

B&N: 38 ($26.22)

Kobo: 47 ($16.55)

Kobo pluss: ??? (won't know until next month)

Apple/draft2digital: 38 ($19.38)

Projected real cost for prom: 106.34 (less than a trip to the grocery store)

This doesn't account for mysterious Kobo reads.

(A note on Kobo: I entered into and was selected for a spring reading feature at no cost to me, but this stacked promotions. Kobo took an additional 10% of sales. This account for the lower royalty.)

Since the promo last Wed, I already have 2 new 5-star ratings on Amazon US. ~15 people added my book To Read on Goodreads (this stat has bounced around a bit as people have actually read it or stopped reading it).

I reached #1 in all my Amazon US categories (some international #1s and top 10s) during the promo and stayed there for more than 2 days. The book also made it onto B&N bestseller lists and Kobo bestseller lists. I'd love to know how much this impacted sales.

If I had more books or especially more books in the series, I expect this would have been even more successful, but the full story of the promotion is still ongoing. All of this stuff adds up.

Compared to my feature on NetGalley last month, which cost $50 and got 31 interested readers (still no non-NetGalley reviews), this has had greater reach for less money. NetGalley had several booksellers request my debut, but I haven't seen anything from that yet.

That's the full story!

[bitrise-co-in]

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[thek0ifish]

Bethesda has been trying to cool down with Obsidian by including the NCR in the amazon prime Fallout tv show. I remember how they screw Obsidian over from finishing Fallout New Vegas including the option to do a post endgame exploration of the affected Mojave Wasteland which requires mods to access that cut content. Obsidian developers admitted somewhere on the internet during their development of Outerworlds they do not wish to pick any arguments with Bethesda anymore. Did you get the Outerworlds game with the DLC pack? Fans have said the DLC is a big improvement over the vanilla campaign.

Unfortunately in a spring sale I manage to buy only one DLC pack Gorgon along with the full game. These sales are garbage bro

[haridha5]

Amazon's Big Spring sale is live: grab the best deals

Spring is finally here, and so are the Amazon deals live! But, the Amazon Big Spring Sale has recently ended. However, several of our favorite discounts have been extended for another day, maybe until the end of the month.

Remember, Amazon's sale has technically finished, but there are still numerous offers available. Also, check out our selection of Amazon products on sale starting at $5.

Read more: https://www.mindstick.com/news/3835/amazon-s-big-spring-sale-is-live-grab-the-best-deals