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so metropolitan museum of art has a register of books they’ve published that are out of print and that you can download for free! they’re mostly books on art, archeology, architecture, fashion and history and i just think that’s super useful and interesting so i wanted to share! you can find all of the books available here!
All Femmes Reading List (updated periodically, 18+)
૮ ྀི ´ ˘ ` ྀིაif you've been looking to read more books on cosmetics, hair, fashion, spirituality, goddesses, art and other feminine pursuits to get in touch with yourself and your interests more (regardless of gender!) here's some books i personally enjoy a lot! im heavily into beauty as a spiritual practice in itself and as a mode to heal, empower, grow, and protect in all its forms, especially as a devotee and priest of aphrodite, so it's important for me to know different histories, techniques, and aesthetics to broaden my knowledge and mind! of course, you can just have an interest that stops at looking pretty for yourself! these books are for everyone *·˚ ༘♡ i will update the list as i find more things i like, so if you're interested, check back every now and again! [new additions will be highlighted in green for the first week of their addition! then they'll be pink with the rest so you knows whats updated ♡]
[DISCLAIMER: Just because a book or magazine shows up on this list does not mean I condone any company's actions or beliefs. There are truthfully some sources here that I wish to remove, but in the effort to maintain this as a sizable and easily accessible reference catalogue for an already niche, infrequently published subject, I will keep what is here as of 05/23/26 on the list. I do my best to cite materials that are agreeable and not harmful in their ideology and methods of procuring and extracting information regardless, but some entries such as Vogue, Egg, and others have done things since this reference list's inception that I find to be deplorable and heavily disagreeable. I keep them on here to facilitate deeper exploration for others who need the direction *only*. Please use discernment when interacting with any materials known to be problematic, but you still wish to use some of the material, out of context, to your own ends and at your own discretion.]
Cosmetics (includes skincare, haircare fragrance, and body care)
Compacts and Cosmetics by Madeleine Marsh
The Korean Skincare Bible by Lilin Yang, Leah Ganse, and Sara Jimenez
Black Skin by Dija Ayodele
Makeup is Not (Just) Magic by Ikumi Rotta
The Science of Black Hair by Audrey Davis-Sivasothy
Classic Beauty: The History of Makeup by Gabriela Hernandez
Skin Care and Cosmetic Ingredients Dictionary by Milady
Sacred Luxuries: Fragrance, Aromatherapy, and Cosmetics in Ancient Egypt by Lise Manniche
Making Faces by Kevin Aucoin
Beauty and the East by Wendy Buonaventura
Fashion (includes lingerie and jewelry)
In Intimate Detail by Cora Harrington and Dita von Teese
Paris Undressed by Kathryn Kemp-Griffin
Handbags: A Love Story by Monica Botkier
Elegance: The Beauty of French Fashion by Megan Hess
Jewelry: 7000 Years by Hugh Tait
The Erotic Cloth: Seduction and Fetishism in Textiles by Alice Kettle and Lesley Millar
Art (fine and performance)
The Art Noveau Style Book of Alphonse Mucha by Dover Fine Art
The Art of Aubrey Beardsley from Boni and Liveright Inc. (1918)
Baroque and Rococo Architecture and Decoration by Anthony Blunt (1988)
Complete Paintings of Gustav Klimt by Delphi Classics
Painted Love by Hollis Clayson
Roman Portraits: Sculptures in Stone and Bronze in the Collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art by Paul Zanker
Intimacy, Eroticism, Seduction and Romance (not fictional romance novels)
A History of Courtship by Tania O'Donnell
Mistresses by Leigh Eduardo
Just Between Us Girls by Sydney Biddle Barrows
Harlots, Whores, and Hackabouts by Kate Lister
Food and Drink
On Food and Cooking by Harold McGee
The Flavor Bible by Karen Page and Andrew Dornenburg
What to Drink With What You Eat by Karen Page and Andrew Dornenburg
Intimacy on the Plate by Olga Petrenko
Flowers, Herbs, and Gardening
The Ultimate Rose Book by Peter McHoy
Vintage Roses by Jane Eastoe
The Encyclopedia of Roses by Botanica
The Earthwise Herbal Repository by Matthew Wood and David Ryan
Spirituality (includes philosophy)
Jezebel: The Untold Story of the Bible's Harlot Queen by Lesley Hazleton
Inanna, Queen of Heaven and Earth: Her Stories and Hymns from Sumer by Diane Wolkstein
Ancient Greek Love Magic by Christopher A. Faraone
Aphrodite by Monica S. Cyrino
The Birth of Hedonism by Kurt Lampe
Ishtar by Louise M. Pryke
Flowers and Their Meanings by Katen Azoulay
Mama Gena's School of Womanly Arts by Regena Thomashauer
Little Guide to Protection Magic by Tess Whitehurst
Aphrodite's Priestess by Lorelei Black
Cult of Aphrodite by Lorelei Black
Water Magic by Lilith Dorsey
I Thought It Was Just Me (But It Isn't) by Brené Brown (theres also a page for the book with reading guides and some worksheets to help you connect more with her ideas, so i thought i'd link it!)
Romancing the Ordinary: A Year of Splendor by Sarah Ban Breathnach
Magazines (Fashion and Beauty)(OOP = Out of Print)
Vogue
Elle
Cosmopolitan
Allure (OOP)
Glamour (OOP)
Harper's Bazaar
Essence
Marie Claire
Girls Life
Seventeen
Popteen (JP)
Egg (JP)
Larme (JP)(OOP)
All Femmes Reading List (updated periodically, 18+)
૮ ྀི ´ ˘ ` ྀིაif you've been looking to read more books on cosmetics, hair, fashion, spirituality, goddesses, art and other feminine pursuits to get in touch with yourself and your interests more (regardless of gender!) here's some books i personally enjoy a lot! im heavily into beauty as a spiritual practice in itself and as a mode to heal, empower, grow, and protect in all its forms, especially as a devotee and priest of aphrodite, so it's important for me to know different histories, techniques, and aesthetics to broaden my knowledge and mind! of course, you can just have an interest that stops at looking pretty for yourself! these books are for everyone *·˚ ༘♡ i will update the list as i find more things i like, so if you're interested, check back every now and again! [new additions will be highlighted in green for the first week of their addition! then they'll be pink with the rest so you knows whats updated ♡]
[DISCLAIMER: Just because a book or magazine shows up on this list does not mean I condone any company's actions or beliefs. There are truthfully some sources here that I wish to remove, but in the effort to maintain this as a sizable and easily accessible reference catalogue for an already niche, infrequently published subject, I will keep what is here as of 05/23/26 on the list. I do my best to cite materials that are agreeable and not harmful in their ideology and methods of procuring and extracting information regardless, but some entries such as Vogue, Egg, and others have done things since this reference list's inception that I find to be deplorable and heavily disagreeable. I keep them on here to facilitate deeper exploration for others who need the direction *only*. Please use discernment when interacting with any materials known to be problematic, but you still wish to use some of the material, out of context, to your own ends and at your own discretion.]
Cosmetics (includes skincare, haircare fragrance, and body care)
Compacts and Cosmetics by Madeleine Marsh
The Korean Skincare Bible by Lilin Yang, Leah Ganse, and Sara Jimenez
Black Skin by Dija Ayodele
Makeup is Not (Just) Magic by Ikumi Rotta
The Science of Black Hair by Audrey Davis-Sivasothy
Classic Beauty: The History of Makeup by Gabriela Hernandez
Skin Care and Cosmetic Ingredients Dictionary by Milady
Sacred Luxuries: Fragrance, Aromatherapy, and Cosmetics in Ancient Egypt by Lise Manniche
Making Faces by Kevin Aucoin
Beauty and the East by Wendy Buonaventura
Fashion (includes lingerie and jewelry)
In Intimate Detail by Cora Harrington and Dita von Teese
Paris Undressed by Kathryn Kemp-Griffin
Handbags: A Love Story by Monica Botkier
Elegance: The Beauty of French Fashion by Megan Hess
Jewelry: 7000 Years by Hugh Tait
The Erotic Cloth: Seduction and Fetishism in Textiles by Alice Kettle and Lesley Millar
Art (fine and performance)
The Art Noveau Style Book of Alphonse Mucha by Dover Fine Art
The Art of Aubrey Beardsley from Boni and Liveright Inc. (1918)
Baroque and Rococo Architecture and Decoration by Anthony Blunt (1988)
Complete Paintings of Gustav Klimt by Delphi Classics
Painted Love by Hollis Clayson
Roman Portraits: Sculptures in Stone and Bronze in the Collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art by Paul Zanker
Intimacy, Eroticism, Seduction and Romance (not fictional romance novels)
A History of Courtship by Tania O'Donnell
Mistresses by Leigh Eduardo
Just Between Us Girls by Sydney Biddle Barrows
Harlots, Whores, and Hackabouts by Kate Lister
Food and Drink
On Food and Cooking by Harold McGee
The Flavor Bible by Karen Page and Andrew Dornenburg
What to Drink With What You Eat by Karen Page and Andrew Dornenburg
Intimacy on the Plate by Olga Petrenko
Flowers, Herbs, and Gardening
The Ultimate Rose Book by Peter McHoy
Vintage Roses by Jane Eastoe
The Encyclopedia of Roses by Botanica
The Earthwise Herbal Repository by Matthew Wood and David Ryan
Spirituality (includes philosophy)
Jezebel: The Untold Story of the Bible's Harlot Queen by Lesley Hazleton
Inanna, Queen of Heaven and Earth: Her Stories and Hymns from Sumer by Diane Wolkstein
Ancient Greek Love Magic by Christopher A. Faraone
Aphrodite by Monica S. Cyrino
The Birth of Hedonism by Kurt Lampe
Ishtar by Louise M. Pryke
Flowers and Their Meanings by Katen Azoulay
Mama Gena's School of Womanly Arts by Regena Thomashauer
Little Guide to Protection Magic by Tess Whitehurst
Aphrodite's Priestess by Lorelei Black
Cult of Aphrodite by Lorelei Black
Water Magic by Lilith Dorsey
I Thought It Was Just Me (But It Isn't) by Brené Brown (theres also a page for the book with reading guides and some worksheets to help you connect more with her ideas, so i thought i'd link it!)
Romancing the Ordinary: A Year of Splendor by Sarah Ban Breathnach
Magazines (Fashion and Beauty)(OOP = Out of Print)
Vogue
Elle
Cosmopolitan
Allure (OOP)
Glamour (OOP)
Harper's Bazaar
Essence
Marie Claire
Girls Life
Seventeen
Popteen (JP)
Egg (JP)
Larme (JP)(OOP)
Ppl in general should know more about the PANC movement and im not joking
The PANC movement is a latin-american based botanical movement (started out in Brazil) focused on researching and cataloguing non-conventional edible plants, and man. There are so many straight up ornamental plants that just. are edible. you can eat them. you can grab a daylily and eat it. You can grab a begonia and eat it. Hibiscus, lavender, dandelions. And those are just the flowers. So many little herbs out there that are fully edible (Shout out to lamb's ear, that one tastes really nice imo).
Like straight up there is free food out there. foraging is so cool but it's so hard to find actual sources not made by either some AI fucker that's gonna end up killing you or by some crunchy "eating grass will cure your cancer" influencer. PANC is made by actual scientists that specialized in botany that have fully researched and found out that These Plants Are Fully Safe to Eat.
And not only that, but they're legitimizing native knowledge. They're taking the plants that our native populations have been eating for centuries and are proving, in a lab, that yeah, these plants ARE safe to eat - which is incredible. It might sound stupid (like ooo NOW you're willing to believe the native people) but this is so, so important, because having ACTUAL SCIENTIFIC PROOF of their knowledge is a way to combat the still pervasive idea that natives are "stupid savages", or that their traditions are just "wacky spirituality nonsense".
Most sources are in portuguese, but you can still use a translator. Here's a link for a giant PDF with a shit ton of edible plants. This particular one has pictures of said plants, along which parts are edible and how (some you can eat straight up, others are edible after cooking, etc). Most of these plants are native to Brazil, but a lot of them are exotic plants that have been brought here as ornamental plants - and a lot of them have been shipped out to other countries as ornamental plants too, so you can still find some species near you.
Lovely to see we have spaces where you can gain access to so much literature!
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The Forbidden Knowledge
not even any notes. I feel like I’ve stumbled upon a plot-advancing skeleton’s notebook
Small fantasy worldbuilding elements you might want to think about:
A currency that isn’t gold-standard/having gold be as valuable as tin
A currency that runs entirely on a perishable resource, like cocoa beans
A clock that isn’t 24-hours
More or less than four seasons/seasons other than the ones we know
Fantastical weather patterns like irregular cloud formations, iridescent rain
Multiple moons/no moon
Planetary rings
A northern lights effect, but near the equator
Roads that aren’t brown or grey/black, like San Juan’s blue bricks
Jewelry beyond precious gems and metals
Marriage signifiers other than wedding bands
The husband taking the wife's name / newlyweds inventing a new surname upon marriage
No concept of virginity or bastardry
More than 2 genders/no concept of gender
Monotheism, but not creationism
Gods that don’t look like people
Domesticated pets that aren’t re-skinned dogs and cats
Some normalized supernatural element that has nothing to do with the plot
Magical communication that isn’t Fantasy Zoom
“Books” that aren’t bound or scrolls
A nonverbal means of communicating, like sign language
A race of people who are obligate carnivores/ vegetarians/ vegans/ pescatarians (not religious, biological imperative)
I’ve done about half of these myself in one WIP or another and a little detail here or there goes a long way in reminding the audience that this isn’t Kansas anymore.
wish I was a peanuts character and peaceful jazz music followed me everywhere
pet peeve is when you look up fashion references from a specific era and you keep getting modern day '[era]-inspired' fashion like NO i want authenticity damn it. i can see your 2020 photo quality and your 2020 hair and your 2020 makeup. youre not fooling me.
hello i'm a historical fashion researcher and i have a lot of experience looking up things! this is a very widely experienced irritation and you're definitely not alone in this, but i am here to share everything i know!
so, ways to get around this:
turn off AI results. they're literally nonsense to us
don't use pinterest because the sources/provenance is often hard to trace
a standard internet search can be okay, but museum collections are the top tier (list of collections below this list)
instead of broad terms like victorian, regency, tudor, renaissance etc. try using the decade you're looking for. if you're not sure of what decade it is but have a vague image in your head, look on the fashion history timeline and just jump around until you find it. but even changing to e.g. 19th century will give better results than victorian
including terms like womenswear/menswear, daywear, formal wear, evening wear, court dress should increase the value of your search too
including "fashion plates" in your search can give you a nice impression of the intended silhouettes of the era. some of these might be a little stylised but will show you what was considered in vogue
for pre-fashion plate eras or things like makeup and styling, you'll have to look at portraiture or manuscripts. these are harder to actually find what you're looking for, but searching museum collections and limiting results to specific date ranges will be your friend
when looking at art, do bear in mind sometimes artists would paint fabric extra flow-y to show off their skills. it might not have been exactly like that in terms of fabric weight or drape. so, a pinch of salt required!
if you find something on image search where the provenance is dubious, reverse image search and you might find a source! i've been able to trace random pinterest images to real sources, but this does take a lot of time and effort and is often not worth the headache
some online resources and museum collections:
fashion history timeline is an invaluable resource if you're trying to get a feel for everything and should be your first port of call. it'll also link to good examples
the met has a vast number of extant examples of clothing, as well as fashion plates
costume institute fashion plates is a subcollection of the met for fashion plates (1800s-1922)
v&a also has many extant garments, fashion plates, and incredible articles on clothing and aesthetics. read the details of the objects because they'll often reveal a lot about the piece
lacma is good for C19th-20th pieces
nypl digital collection for photographs
national portrait gallery or similar for portraiture, or literally any museum in your country that has historical art
national museums scotland can be useful situationally but might be oddly specific
stout style history is a great collection for finding image references for fat people wearing historical clothes. survival bias of a lot of museum pieces tends towards smaller clothing that couldn't be repurposed, but this aims to counter that. it's not sortable, but is still a really nice resource
wikimedia commons is surprisingly handy! and the images, if you should need to link/repost them, are public domain
auction websites sound like a funny one to recommend. some won't have mannequins and some will. just look up historical garment auctions and you'll find some!
anyway, i hope this has been a good place to start for anyone interested! there are probably some i've missed because there are so many museums across the world and i don't know about all of them or can't remember them. but these are the ones i've used the most! (my specialisation/jobs i've had to research for have only really been in western fashion, so my resources reflect that)
Wikipedia has a list of fashion museums. Unfortunately, the page itself is only available in German, but the introductory paragraph is very short and after that, it's organised by country, and then it's a simple list. If you click on a museum's article, the website is usually linked in the overview table.
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Happy belated 2023! This is my long-delayed 16th font pack, which contains 30 high quality fonts that I have collected over the past calendar year. I hope you enjoy! {More fonts}
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The thing is, even if you were lucky and your parents taught you how to clean, they probably didn't teach you how to clean the stuff you clean stuff with, like brushes, mops, sponges, rags, and so on. Or how to clean your cleaning appliances, like a dish washer, clothes washing machine, and clothes dryer and its ducts (if you have a ducted dryer), or a carpet cleaner, vacuum, Or how to clean up clean messes, like spilled bleach or detergent.
My parents threw away all of these things (even the vacuum cleaners and the dryer) when they got too dirty to function, because no one even told them THAT they could be cleaned. Cost them thousands of dollars over the years.
All I'm saying is that cleaning is not intuitive, and not knowing how to clean is not a moral failing, but it is something you can learn.
I'm going to reblog this post with resources for learning how to clean things and how to clean cleaning things (I'm not at my desk at the moment). If you have any favorites, please feel free to add them in too!
I like this video because it does a great job of introducing the basic foundations of house cleaning (and because he doesn't use bleach, which is a common allergy in addition to being awful to inhale). He also talks a little about how to clean a vacuum. And why you shouldn't put grease from your pots and pans down the sink drain. I also love that he mentions that different houses and different people have different needs and different versions of what clean and cleaning looks like.
He doesn't mention though that the toilet seat comes off. I take my toilet seat off to clean under the hinges and clean the seat more thoroughly once a quarter.
This is another video from the same guy about cleaning and depression. This advice, especially at the beginning, can feel really really difficult and oppressive to hear. However, I find that it's generally pretty solid. But I'm autistic and so is he, so that gets a massive Your Mileage May Vary stamp on it.
I have a favorite part of this video. It's from 10:52 to 12:36. I think we could all use to hear that. There's a HEFTY pause after that one. I promise the narration does come back.
I'm also going to recommend KC Davis' book "How To Keep House While Drowning"
This is a pair of videos about how to correctly load and use a dish washer.
The first one is a quick 1 minute 30 second overview on loading. I can't find the exact video I'm looking for, so consider this a substitute for that. If I can find the one I'm looking for, I'll swap it in.
The second is a half hour deep dive on dishwashers and detergents. The short form of that is you shouldn't need to pre-rinse anything, detergent pods are overpriced and can cause problems, some dishwashers have a filter in the bottom that needs to be cleaned (but most don't), run your sink until the water is HOT before starting your dish washer, and put a little detergent in the pre-rinse dispenser when you're washing extra dirty dishes (or on the inside of the door if your dishwasher doesn't have a pre-rinse dispenser).
Favorite Scrub Brushes + How to Clean Them. The right tools for cleaning tasks make all the difference! Scrub brushes are great tools and it
Here's a blog post about scrubbing brushes and how to clean them.
And a video for all cleaning tools, including scrub brushes. This video does use bleach. I'll try to find some alternatives to that.
How to clean a front load washer (with bleach). This should be done monthly or every time you wash really soiled clothes.
With expert tips and tricks for all types of washers.
How to clean a top loader (without the removable agitator thing). This should be done every 1-3 months depending on you unit, or every time you wash really soiled clothes.
Regular cleaning of a top-load washing machine will prolong the life of the appliance and leave your laundry cleaner and brighter.
How to clean a top loader (with the removable agitator thing). This should be done every month, or every time you wash really soiled clothes.
This video is for pet owners.
These carpet brushes are a LIFE SAVER if you have dogs. This thing allows me to go from vacuuming about 4 square feet before my vacuum is full to vacuuming half the living room (I don't vacuum often enough. You should vacuum weekly, and I just can't.). I have to unclog the vacuum less often. It fluffs up some of the flat spots in the carpet. And I also use the brush to shampoo my rugs in the spring.
A spot cleaner (or a carpet cleaner with a spot cleaner attachment) is another life saver, ESPECIALLY if you can afford to splurge on a heated one. I see them at Goodwill or at yard sales occasionally, and they're worth picking up. The shark one in the video is great too.
This channel is gold. There's tutorials for cleaning EVERYTHING on there. Just go subscribe!
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calling all the fitness and wellness girlies. i love nothing more than waking up early journaling, going on my walks, and doing a little pilates routine, so you know i want the same for my sims. in this video I showcase must have mods so you can create your sim's wellness and fitness routines. hope you enjoy! ♡
Food ☼Functional Blender & Protein Shakes - @somik-severinka ☼Detox Water Dispenser -@balkanikabg ☼Smoothie Blender - @icemunmun-spicy-scalpel ☼Delivery Healthy Food Part 1 + 2 - @somik-severinka Wellness ☼Improved Yoga Mat - @littlemssam ☼Improved Meditation Stool- @littlemssam ☼The Balance Collection - @bbygyal123 Gym ☼Do More While Using Earbuds - @littlemssam ☼Go for a Jog… Together - zero ☼Power Workouts - @littlemssam ☼Expanded Gym - zero ☼Everyday Clutter Kits Object Becomes Functional - cepzid ☼FlowFit - @simrealist ☼Ballet Barre Mod - @mercuryfoam
I truly hope you enjoyed the video - thanks (as always) for being here!
What should you put in your bath?
black tea: soothes sunburns [1] [2] and is antimicrobial [3] contains some essential polyphenols and tannin, reduces puffiness/inflammation [4]
green tea: antioxidant and detoxifier [1] soothes rashes, increases healing rate, softens skin [2] heals sores and wounds, rejuvenates skin cells, improve psoriasis and dandruff [3] anti-aging, mood stabilizing [4]
apple cider vinegar: anti inflammatory and softens skin [1]
ground ginger: increases circulation, promotes sweating, opens pores, relieves pain [1]
lemon: antioxidant (brightens skin) [1]
olive oil: moisturizes skin [1]
calendula flowers: soothes burns, inflammation, rashes, insect bites, skin disorders [1] useful for small children [2]
elder-flowers: anti-inflammatory and heals rashes cuts and wounds [1]
Himalayan salt: soothes insect bites, heals blisters, relieves arthritis pain [1] softens skin [2]
oatmeal: soothes, anti-inflammatory, calms angry skin [1]
rose petals: relax mind, relieve sleepiness, soothe headaches and stress [1] promote positive feelings [2]
valerian root: relax the mind, relieve sleepiness, soothe headaches and stress [1]
lavender: relax the mind, relieve sleepiness, soothe headaches and stress [1] [2]
mugwort: relax the mind, relieve sleepiness, soothe and headaches and stress [1]
chammomile: soothes nerves [1] good for dry skin [2]
passion flower: soothes nerves [1]
hops: soothes nerves [1]
rosemary: pain relief, soothes headaches and fatigue [1] relaxing, increases alertness and clarity of mind [2] soothes sore throat[3]
thyme: pain relief, soothes headaches and fatigue [1]
devils claw: eases joint pain [1]
juniperberries: soothes muscle aches [1]
peppermint: increase blood flow, relieve congestion [1]
eucalyptus: increase blood flow, relieve congestion [1] increases energy [2]
thyme: increase blood flow, relieve congestion [1]
jasmine: emollient and antiseptic, soothes skin [1]
organic coconut flakes: nourish the skin [1]
sage: uplifting, good for oily skin and back acne [1] stimulating [2]
marjoram: decongestant, soothes muscle pain [1]
whole cow’s milk: hydrates and mildly exfoliates skin [1]
cow’s buttermilk: hydrates and thoroughly exfoliates skin [1]
goat’s milk: thoroughly hydrates and exfoliates skin, provides nutrients [1]
Hi Babes! Let’s Nip & Tuck!!
(Because sometimes harmony means knowing where to cut.)
This isn’t about surgery. It’s about editing the visible frame—the things most people overlook but the eye registers instantly.
Beauty isn’t just glow and softness—it’s clean proportions, visual control, and knowing when to subtract instead of layer.
Eye Area: Micro-Lift, No Needle
Use brow wax or clear soap to lift the tails up and slightly out—not sky high, just enough to open the lid space.
Blend your inner corner eyeshadow slightly upward into the bridge—faking a deeper socket without harsh liner.
Only highlight under the brow between the arch and tail, never the full brow bone.
This creates quiet lift—nothing cartoonish, no fox-eye.
Nose and Lips: Frame the Center, Don’t Crowd It
Avoid nose contour unless you truly know your face shape. A bad nose contour will age you faster than anything.
Instead, define your philtrum (Cupid’s bow to nose) with light concealer and highlight along the bridge—not the tip.
For lips, keep upper lip shading minimal. Shadow below the bottom lip instead for a natural pout without overdrawn drama.
Your goal is light tension—not distraction.
Jawline & Neck: Nip with Posture, Tuck with Finish
Glide your gua sha from jaw to ear—not down your neck. Lift the muscle fibers, don’t drain down into your throat.
Always contour the jaw with foundation, not bronzer. Warm tones drag the lower face. Use a neutral tone that matches your neck.
Add highlight above your jaw angle—not cheekbone—to “tuck” the face vertically.
Most people don’t need fillers. They need a better pillow, chin awareness, and precision in shade.
Shoulder & Arm Edits: Feminine But Defined
Train your posture: tuck ribs under, keep shoulders relaxed but open. Rounded shoulders ruin the illusion of small waist.
Moisturize the collarbones, not the entire shoulder. Keep the glow linear, not broad.
When posing, elbows bent gently, wrist loose, fingers separated—not clawed or curled under.
Your upper body should say: “sculpted”, not “burly.”
Hairline & Forehead: Quiet Framing
Tweeze stray hairline fuzz—but don’t try to create a fake widow’s peak.
If you wear bangs, let them curve—not press flat. It keeps the eye moving.
Use a baby toothbrush with gel to brush up baby hairs only along the temples. No swoops.
Think editorial softness, not IG baby hair decals.
Neckline, Ears, Ankles: The Final Polish
Your earrings should match your jaw density. Thick hoops crowd soft jaws. Long, slim drops elevate rounded faces.
Ankle definition: exfoliate, moisturize, and lightly tan or bronze the outer ankle bone. It pulls attention subtly and lengthens the leg line.
Neck: lift hair or jewelry off your neck at least once per week to avoid “visual claustrophobia.”
These are the places where “natural” gets shattered, or preserved.
Final Note:
Nip & tuck doesn’t mean surgery.
It means knowing what needs to go quiet, what needs to be lifted, and what never needed to be there in the first place.
Subtraction is refinement.
Refinement is beauty!
hi! what high-end restaurant recommendations do you have that are in manhattan?
Le Coucou.
Le Coucou is an absolutely stunning French restaurant in SoHo known for its refined French fare and elegant ambiance. They offer a ton of French staples like lobster, duck, and foie gras, as well as seasonal options and the staff is always extremely professional and attentive. I've had some of my best dates here and I always find myself going back every time I'm looking to indulge the senses a bit.
Sartiano's.
Also located in SoHo, Sartiano's is new on the scene but I just know it'll be a huge deal in no time. The food is absolutely amazing, the ambiance is sexy, and the service is top-notch. They offer traditional Italian comfort food that rivals Carbone yet the atmosphere doesn't feel pretentious at all.
Cote.
COTE is super fun. The restaurant offers an interactive Korean barbeque experience with built-in smokeless grills at each table, yet the upscale ambiance and attentive service create a special occasion vibe. However, keep in mind that it's expensive. Very expensive. Nonetheless, if you're looking for a celebratory dinner with top-notch steak and an interactive cooking element, COTE's a strong contender.
Eleven Madison Park.
Eleven Madison Park is more than just a meal; it's an experience. From the stunning venue to the gorgeous finance men at every corner, it just delivers an unforgettable fine dining experience. Chef Humm's plant-based tasting menu is innovative and delicious even if you're a big fan of meat. The service is impeccable and I've never not had a smooth and enjoyable visit.
Tatiana.
This is probably the hardest reservation in Manhattan right now so I feel silly even recommending it, but I can't help it. Chef Kwame Onwuachi's take on Afro-Caribbean cuisine is nothing short of exceptional. The menu offers a delightful twist on classic dishes -- imagine a truffle-infused chopped cheese or a deconstructed short rib pastrami on cocoa bread. If you can by some miracle grab a reservation 30 days out, I can't recommend Tatiana enough.
The Palm Court.
I've spoken about The Palm Court at the Plaza Hotel before so I'll just say that afternoon tea here is one of my favorite New York City experiences. They offer a variety of menus throughout the day, including breakfast, afternoon tea, and dinner. You can choose from classic American fare, afternoon tea service, or a selection of cocktails and bar bites. If you're looking for a classic and elegant dining experience, then the Palm Court is definitely a restaurant you can't miss.
The Hot Girl’s Guide to Starting Your Cycle-Syncing Era
by Soleau Club
Let’s get one thing straight—your period isn’t a burden, it’s a built-in wellness blueprint. And once you start living with your cycle instead of fighting it? You unlock a whole new level of hot girl harmony. Think: clearer skin, better workouts, fewer cravings, and a body that feels in sync instead of constantly out of whack.
Welcome to your Cycle Syncing Era. It’s giving intuitive. It’s giving balanced. It’s giving biohacked bombshell energy.
Here’s how to start syncing without making it a whole complicated science project:
Step One: Know the Four Phases (Like You Know Your Ex’s Red Flags)
Menstrual (Days 1–5): You’re bleeding, your hormones are at their lowest, and your body wants rest.
Follicular (Days 6–13): Estrogen’s rising, energy’s back, creativity is peaking—hello, glow-up.
Ovulatory (Days 14–17): You’re fertile, magnetic, and thriving. Peak social and sexy energy.
Luteal (Days 18–28): Progesterone kicks in. It’s giving cozy, inward vibes. Think nesting, not networking.
Knowing where you are = knowing how to treat your body like the goddess she is.
Step Two: Eat for Your Cycle (No Sad Salads Here)
Each phase craves different support. You don’t have to be perfect, just intentional.
Menstrual: Iron-rich comfort foods—think leafy greens, stews, dark chocolate, bone broth.
Follicular: Light + fresh meals—grain bowls, smoothies, salmon, sprouts.
Ovulatory: High fiber, high antioxidants—lots of fruit, raw veg, and lean protein.
Luteal: Complex carbs + magnesium-rich foods. Think sweet potatoes, lentils, dark chocolate.
Your cravings aren’t random. They’re signals. Learn the language.
Step Three: Sync Your Workouts
Working out smarter > harder.
Menstrual: Stretching, walking, yin yoga. Nap girl movement.
Follicular: Try something new—Pilates, strength training, hikes. Energy’s high.
Ovulatory: Go off—this is your time to lift heavy, dance, do a sweaty HIIT class.
Luteal: Slow it down with resistance training, sculpting workouts, and barre.
If you’re tired, you’re not lazy. You’re just human. Work with your waves.
Step Four: Glam Up Your Routine Accordingly
Menstrual = heat packs, oils, naps, your softest robe
Follicular = beauty appointments, travel, creative projects
Ovulatory = date nights, content shoots, bold lipstick
Luteal = skin masks, journaling, clearing your space
Life starts feeling so much easier when you stop fighting your body and start flowing with her.
Cycle syncing is the ultimate hot girl hack because it puts you back in the driver’s seat. You don’t need to push, punish, or perform 24/7. You just need to align.
Follow @soleauclub for more biohacked beauty, hormone balance tips, and high-vibe living without the hustle.
౨ৎ ⁺ . my bedroom cleaning formula .ᐟ 🎀
📧 -> to get me motivated before cleaning, i like to imagine that I've invited a really hot person to my house and they're going to see my room. works like a charm.
this is a guide for people who struggle to get motivated when cleaning their room, or for people with ADHD like me who get side-tracked and easily bored!!
