Month: August 2019

When the heat of summer rolls in, the last thing you want to think about is what you’re going to wear, especially when it’s simply too hot to handle. When you’re figuring out what to wear in 90-degree weather without compromising on your style for comfort, it’s easier said than done. After all, you don’t have to resort to denim cutoffs every single day to stay cool in this seasonal weather.

But if you’re not sure where to start with creating foolproof outfits for the hottest summer days, that’s where we come in. We’ve looked to some of our favorite fashion girls to help you get through those days filled with warmth and humidity. Whether it’s a simple tee with a breezy skirt, a lightweight sundress, or a pair of wide-leg jeans and a tank, these outfits will help you stay cool and refreshed so you can go about your day without thinking too much about sweating through your clothes. Check them out now, and then shop the looks to make them your own.

A breezy skirt paired with a graphic tee will keep you comfortable and casual during those hot summer days.

If you are opting to wear your denim cutoffs, dress them up with a silk button-down shirt and a pair of heels.

When in doubt, wear a light sundress to keep you cool throughout the day. It’ll be the right one-piece outfit you need.

We love a good pair of overalls. When it’s too hot to layer a tee underneath, try a cool sports bra for a retro ensemble.

Take advantage of your more breathable pieces and wear them out. A spaghetti-strap camisole paired with cool wide-leg trousers will look put-together without getting too stuffy.

Have an event to attend on a hot day? Wear a cute and flowy dress to get a fresh look without putting in too much thought.

Wide-leg jeans are always a good option for hot summer days since they’ll let your legs breath. Play with shades of cream and white for a monochromatic approach.

There’s nothing a classic top with a pair of denim shorts can’t solve when the weather’s hot. Keep it updated with a tie-front shirt for a casual outfit.

Now use these looks as inspiration to create a full arsenal of summer outfits.

Ever dreamed of going on a luxurious vacation aboard a yacht, but aren’t sure how to get your hands on the baller boat of your dreams? Well, a company called Ahoy Club is here to make all your yacht-centric fantasies come true.

Through the Ahoy Club app or website, you can search through a worldwide fleet of over 3,500 charter yachts and rent directly on the platform, which cuts traditional commission rates by more than 70 percent. 

In other words, it’s the Airbnb of luxury yachts.

The yachts range from 20 to over 100 meters, and are located everywhere in the world so you can get one exactly where you want to travel to. There’s also a 24/7 Ahoy Concierge that can create itineraries and figure out tax solutions.

While the yachts are as exorbitantly pricey as you might expect, we’re talking about full-on superyachts, here. Each vessel comes with a captain, crew, and chef, so all you need to do is relax and enjoy your ultra-luxe vacation on the seven seas.

You can sail around the Mediterranean aboard the 12-cabin mega yacht My Chakra for an eye-watering $504,092 per week.

The Rox Star also sails the West Mediterranean at $86,561 per week.

On the more affordable side, the 3-cabin Sun Odyssey 361 is $2,688 per week.

Back on the over-the-top side of the spectrum, the $891,072 per week Air comes with its own helipad and 21 crew members.

And lastly, the most expensive yacht in the fleet is the Queen Miri at a mind- blowing $1,858,522 per week. With 18 cabins, four decks, and 36 crew members, this superyacht can almost be called a mini cruise ship. 

Interested in renting a yacht for yourself? You can check out Ahoy Club, but better save up some serious coin first.

Good news for red wine aficionados: In laboratory tests on mice, a compound found in red wine really can actually contribute to alleviating anxiety and depression. 

However, the scientific study indicates that imbibing a normal amount of the good grape probably won’t really give you enough of that compound to make a difference. 

In the study led by the University of Buffalo, scientists fed mice resveratrol, a substance that occurs naturally in grapes. They’ve been studying it for years, having discovered some time ago that it can aid in enhancing mood and promoting relaxation.

Men’s Journal has more:

[Researchers] gave mice 10mg of resveratrol (via capsules) to counteract the effects of the enzyme phosphodiesterase 4 (PDE4). The mice did not get wine-drunk for this experiment, as there’s not enough resveratrol in red wine for the compound’s depression-diminishing properties to kick in.

So while you’ve seen headlines touting a glass of red wine’s ability to ease depression and anxiety, that’s not quite true. Yes, the resveratrol inhibited PDE4, but it’s not exactly the cure-all wine enthusiasts might have hoped for.

In fact, MJ reports that red wine has a relatively low level of resveratrol. To really get some kind of value out of it you’d need about 1 gram of the stuff daily, and wine just won’t provide that, unless you were willing to drink a tanker truck full, which is generally not advised for people who would rather stay alive.

So just eat lots of grapes then, right? Nope. It’d take a boatload of grapes to get that helpful gram of resveratrol—about 1,700 pounds.

The best way to get hold of a decent amount of resveratrol is through capsules, and you can find those in the pharmacy or grocery store supplement aisles. However you shouldn’t dump your Prozac and go stock up—scientists still aren’t 100 percent sure as to the full range of effects it has on your brain. 

The truth, then, is that yes, red wine—and grapes, and other red-blue berries—contains resveratrol, and there is solid evidence the stuff could be useful for treating depression. But there isn’t really enough in resveratrol in a few glasses of wine to make a difference.

Does that mean you shouldn’t bother? No—there’s still evidence red wine “appears to be more healthful than some kinds of alcoholic beverage,” according to Medical News Today. It may improve heart health and help ward off certain forms of cancer.

Drink up and don’t worry about it.