The World of Scents: Why Do We Like Certain Perfumes
Perfumes are a bit of magic in our everyday lives. They are transparent liquids capable of evoking memories, lifting up spirits, attracting or repulsing, boosting confidence, and leaving an impression—all with one spray to the skin.
Blast from the Past: 90s Minimalist Fashion is Back
As we rolled into the late 90s, fashion took a turn from the flashy colors and sporty gear of the 80s toward the minimalism of sleek slip dresses and denim.
Would You Let Chat GPT Dress You for Work? A Weeklong Experiment
In our constant quest for simplifying decision-making processes and embracing innovation, here at MYSA, we stumbled upon an idea - letting Chat GPT, an AI-powered chatbot, decide our work outfits for a week, hopefully striking a balance between a relaxed and formal look. The experiment's goal was to
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Looking Fit: Dress like a Pro Athlete without Breaking the Bank
Think fitness gear is becoming too expensive? Don’t sweat it. You don’t have to break the bank to sport stylish active wear, so here’s our roundup of top fitness gear, and which ones are worth saving on vs splurging. SPLURGE: SHOES Finding sneakers that offer the right amount of support and c
No Crown Required: 5 Ways to Get a Miss USA Look
Butt glue may not be useful in everyday scenarios, but pageant contestants have a few other helpful beauty tricks up their sleeveless ball gowns. This past weekend, 2.9 million viewers tuned in to watch women from every corner of America compete in the Miss USA pageant for the 66th time. 51
Why the Launch of Vogue Arabia is Such a Huge Deal
The arrival of Vogue in the Middle East is changing the face of fashion—and the world. We have some exciting news: Vogue Arabia, the first Vogue for Middle Eastern readers, has just released its very first issue this February 2017. Debuting in Arabic and English, this history-making publication
How to Walk in Heels and Not Fall on Your Face
Walking in these pretty medieval torture devices just got WAY easier. How the characters in Sex in the City spent hours running around New York City in heels without breaking a sweat is something I may never understand. The first time I attempted to run around the city in stilettos, I gave up half
Behind the Brand: Meet Baja East's Dynamic Duo
The inside story of the brand’s successful partnership. It’s hard to get two people to agree on a single vision, which is why co-founder conflict is a main cause of startup failure. For Baja East, their East Coast v. West Coast backgrounds did not result in a West Side Story ending, but
Fashion Week Exclusive: International Model Caleigh Darragh on different definitions of beauty around the world
With Fashion Week upon us, ever wonder what different looks are popular around the world? MYSA has the inside scoop from international model and founder of Models with Minds, Caleigh Darragh. [video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ErsJJkDqW-E&feature=youtu.be] Click here to see Calei
How to Clean Out Your Closet
Let’s face the facts: You have more stuff than you need and you are likely to buy more. It’s time to do some spring cleaning and clear out your closet. Here’s how it’s done. “When was the last time I wore this?” Make the initial round of cuts easily. Go th
5 Reasons to Wear an Unsexy Halloween Costume
Turn heads with these awesomely unsexy costumes Halloween is often a time to unleash that sexy kitten normally hidden under the comforting layers of fall. The sexy Halloween costume has its effect, but here are some definite pluses to the unsexy costume... My journey into the unsexy started
Fashion Week Tell-All: Behind the Scenes With Lord Ashbury
How do the professionals capture the behind-the-catwalk excitement and madness of Fashion Week? We spoke with photographer Simbarashe Cha to find out. Simbarashe opens up on Fashion Week, his fashion blog Lord Ashbury, and his career in one of the world’s most competitive industries. From workin
Are Beards Really Over?
Has the Age of the Beard really come and gone? Everyone’s saying beards are over. The backlash doesn’t come as much of a surprise after years of enduring the über beard - beards grown so thick and full that they take over the face. If it weren’t for the attached body you wouldn’t know th