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French elegance: 5 tips for a chic summer look

oid overly bright colors. Forget bright yellow, green, and red, and instead prefer natural shades like khaki, forest green, terracotta, and ochre... 3- Opt for lightweight materials. To have style in all circumstances, including when temperatures rise, it is of course important to avoid being too ho ...

06
Aug
2024

Choosing a suitcase: 5 criteria to consider

s of models: - the soft suitcases lighter - the rigid suitcases more solid The soft models are interesting as carry-on luggage. They are lightweight and sometimes feature expansion gussets to maximize interior space. On the downside, soft suitcases are less protective of the contents of ...

04
Oct
2022

How to dress for the beach?

ding on your style, you can opt for a beach dress in a fluid material, a shirt dress, a long pareo skirt, a kimono or a large tunic. These fluid and lightweight clothes are easy to put on over your swimsuit when leaving the beach. Simply pair them with original women's flip-flops, espadrilles or le ...

04
May
2023

The mobile phone: history and evolution

ed enough to be called 'mobile'. It was in 1983 that Motorola launched the first true Phone in the US: the Motorola DynaTAC 8000X. This Extremely lightweight phone for its time took 15 years of development with the help of Dr. Martin Cooper and over $100 million in research costs. It wasn't u ...

18
Jan
2008

Rollerblading: the great return of roller skates

Thanks to Flaneurz (link below), you can turn your pairs of sneakers into roller skates in two clicks. This system is very convenient, simple and lightweight to use for all your daily commutes: another good reason to get back into roller skating! ...

25
Nov
2021

Photo: disposable cameras are making a comeback

he 2000s, these cameras, like all film cameras, have been decreased by digital cameras. For Generation Z who grew up with smartphones, this small, lightweight plastic body is a prehistoric object. And yet, as of late 2021, disposable cameras are making a notable comeback among photographers an ...

10
Mar
2022

Hiking with kids: 5 tips to motivate them

that the family walk doesn't turn into a nightmare in case of a little boo-boo or weather hazard. If the child asks, advise them to bring a small, lightweight backpack so they can step into their role as the perfect budding hiker! 4- Set the rules before departure On the other hand, to make a ...

16
Aug
2022

Seniors: 5 tips for maintaining mobility with age

es, such as sneakers, and choose the models that are easiest to put on and take off (with velcro rather than laces). For your outings, wear loose, lightweight clothing and adjust your gear according to the weather by adding a cap or hat on hot days and a waterproof windbreaker on rainy days. P ...

10
Mar
2023

Gardening: why you should avoid using peat

n 50% of the total volume of growing media (such as potting soil, peat moss or coconut fiber) used by gardeners. Where does peat come from? Peat, the lightweight substrate highly appreciated by gardeners, comes from bogs, particular ecosystems found in wetlands. In these humid and acidic environment ...

05
Apr
2023

Which garden chest to choose?

ly with your outdoor decor while remaining perfectly waterproof. The main advantages of resin over other materials are that it is weather-resistant, lightweight, and rot-proof. Unlike real rattan, it is easy to clean with soapy water (which is a big advantage if you want to store tools or bags of s ...

12
May
2023

Small balcony: 5 clever storage solutions to save space.

balcony is to create a hanging system along a wall. If you are a bit handy, you can easily fix wooden battens to the wall and use hooks to hang tools or lightweight furniture such as folding Bistro chairs. This ingenious hanging system has the main advantage of freeing up floor space. Moreover, if ...

19
May
2023

Combat Sport: Discovering MMA in 5 Questions

rt, the following weight classes are recognized: • Flyweight: under 57 kg. • Bantamweight: under 61 kg. • Featherweight: under 66 kg. • Lightweight: under 70 kg. • Welterweight: under 77 kg. • Middleweight: under 84 kg. • Light Heavyweight: under 93 kg. ...

07
Mar
2024

My Opinion on the Roborock Flexi Lite Vacuum Cleaner

r pets: Handles dirt brought in by pets well, particularly useful for my dog who tracks in a lot of dust. Aesthetic and practical: Beautiful design, lightweight and easy to handle, although I find it a bit heavy for my taste. Cleaning under furniture: Easily fits under low furniture thanks to the ...

01
July
2024

Beauty: 5 Tips to Make Your Makeup Last in Hot Weather

ines less when it has received sufficient hydration. Note: To adapt your beauty routine in summer, simply choose a moisturizer with a more fluid and lightweight texture. If you want to limit shine, you can opt for a mattifying cream. In any case, make sure to drink enough water throughout the day t ...

18
July
2024

Pickleball: The New Trendy Racket Sport

equipment is used in pickleball? Pickleball players use a solid-faced paddle, somewhat like in ping-pong, although its dimensions are different. The lightweight tennis paddle is larger than the one used in table tennis and is used to hit a perforated hollow plastic ball. Since this sport can be pl ...

19
July
2024