2016 will go down as one of the most fascinating years in history – from losing some of the most influential folks of our time, to the lowest levels of humanity being experienced in countries like Syria, to Brexit and the rise of Donald Trump in the western world. Through all the craziness of the year that was, some other notable things ...
With the New Year approaching soon, you’ll have plenty to toast. Throwing a last-minute New Year’s Eve party? Whether it be a bash for 15 or a gathering with your roommates, a little extra sparkle will make your evening feel festive! Balloons, backdrops, bar carts and bubbly! Oh my! Here are some perfect ideas on how to get yo ...
Now that Thanksgiving has passed, it's time now to turn our minds to the joys of the holiday season. This means making lists and checking them twice, finding the perfect gifts for the ones we love, and of course, transforming our apartments with holiday decor. Norman Vincent Peale, an American minister and author of The Power of Positiv ...
Creating the perfect playlist to cozy up with is all about honing in on your personal tastes. Generally speaking, music deemed perfect for sweater weather is acoustic. That's the point of a cozy playlist, right? You're not going to include songs with wailing guitar or heart-pounding drum solos. I myself am a lover of the long, hot days o ...
“I always wonder why birds choose to stay in the same place when they can fly anywhere on the earth, then I ask myself the same question.” Do the bartender, deli, and barista all know your orders for every drink and meal you have? Have you exhausted every tourist attraction in your city? Do you feel that you can no longer grow at you ...
As a first-time homeowner living with my fiance, I do a lot of my grocery shopping at Aldi markets. They're a supermarket chain based out of Germany, but you can find them across the tri-state area. Aldi sells similar products, but from generic brands at lower prices. You'll find everything from meats, dairy, fruits and vegetables, fre ...
For millennials, a huge factor of where to move is the proximity to work and fun things to do. While a car can be a burden in some cities (i.e. parking and heavy traffic), lack of availability and accessibility of public transportation is worse. For all, you hustle-and-bustlers out there, Whose Your Landlord has a list of the cities w ...
It’s no secret, technology moves faster than government policies can keep up. Nowadays, rising tech companies look to hire lobbyists and former policymakers the same way they look to hire new dev talent. Airbnb is no different. Since its start in 2007, Airbnb has made it easier for normal people to make extra income by renting out thei ...
Fall - a trying time when fashionistas like myself wonder what they should wear from day to day. And while I want to remain stylish throughout the season, it can be difficult drumming up new outfits each week. Luckily, I've combed through magazine subscriptions and fashion blogs alike to bring you this guide, which explains plainly and ...
While I’m definitely a city girl at heart and love being in the center of all the action that comes with city life, I’ll be the first to admit that there are downfalls for living in such a populated area. Note: If you’ve been debating moving to a city, don’t let these few factors deter you. Trust me, it was much harder f ...
When is it time to ditch the roomies and the 4-bedroom house and make the move to your own apartment, one to call all your own? What now? This is a question I’ve been struggling with myself lately. As a recent college grad, my biggest concern moving into a new place after graduation was the cost of rent. As we all know, ...
Monteka Maddox “Maddox” @msmadd | @amaddfox Current Location: Bedstuy, Brooklyn Hometown: Oakland, CA Professional Position: Educator, Founder & Creator of ‘MaddFox’ and ‘Maddox’ What do you create? I create tradition. I create opportunities for women to feel beautiful and feel classic. To feel like the wom ...
