Finding gifts for your own parents is difficult enough, and given that you probably don’t know your significant other’s parents quite as well, coming up with something to give them can be an all-out doozy. But shopping for gifts for in-laws doesn’t have to lead to sleepless nights. Our best advice is to consider their hobbies, living space, jobs, and upcoming travels. It’ll inevitably lead you to a number of gift ideas that they’ll actually use (and there’s nothing worse than giving a gift to someone only to spot it collecting dust on a shelf a few months later).
That said, unless you or your partner are 100% sure of their sizes in a particular brand and what they may or may not already have in their closet, it might be best to steer clear of clothing in this circumstance. That way, you avoid someone having to go to the trouble of returning or exchanging the gift.
So without further ado (and before you reach peak gift-searching frustration), read on to shop 23 no-fail gifts for in-laws.
This stylish chocolate bar set is perfect for anyone with a sweet tooth.They’ll especially appreciate this if they have a long flight coming up.This Etsy find is sure to put a smile on the recipients’ faces. Found: The chicest possible cake stand for an avid baker.A pair of cozy slippers for Mom. And an equally cozy option for Dad.A cool calendar for their desk is useful and doesn’t require a lot of cash.A gift that any wine lover would approve of. Available in increments up to $600.Is it just us or do dads always seem to need a new wallet?This delicate bracelet is modern yet timeless. Gift them with hours of entertainment.A monogrammed gift is always an extra-special choice.Organized in-laws will appreciate this durable, chic travel essential. Proof that glassware can be chic.Delicious and pretty.A beautiful belt is always a safe bet.Coffee fanatics will rejoice upon opening this.Help them organize their office.Heart jewelry always feels special (and is currently trending).This is the holy grail of hand washes (and it makes any bathroom look chic). This will come in handy for in-laws who love to entertain. This cozy pullover will be worn on repeat.
This story was originally published at an earlier date and has been updated.
We love colored clothing; what we don’t love, however, is washing it. Fading, shrinking, or bleeding is always a risk when we thrown these garments into the washing machine. And that’s why it’s super important to make sure you’re taking proper care of said pieces; you want to ensure they stay in pristine condition (and hold their intense hue) for as long as possible. That’s why we decided to put together an easy-to-follow guide that outlines exactly how to wash colored clothing—and it’s actually easier than you may think. Read on for all the steps and tips to avoid any color mishaps the next time you head to the laundromat.
Style this green jumpsuit with a turtleneck bodysuit.The perfect red pants.We’re loving this rich purple hue for fall.Pick a sleek blazer in an unexpected hue.Found: your new favorite fall cardigan.The perfect basic you can easily dress up for fall.Try the neon trend.Style this cropped turtleneck sweater with leather pants and chunky white boots.Everyone needs flared jeans in their closet.
If there’s one trick many well-dressed women keep up their exquisitely hemmed sleeves, it’s tailoring. While ready-to-wear pieces are technically ready to be worn (duh), getting your go-to pieces tailored can make a world of difference. More than fixing small rips or slippery straps, a great tailor knows exactly how to fit everything from jeans to ball gowns exactly to your frame.
Since the idea of sending out your entire wardrobe may seem to be a bit much, we enlisted the help of tailoring expert and custom designer Kiya Tomlin to break down what’s really necessary. From what to look for in a good tailor to the right way to nip and tuck your go-to items, Tomlin makes the art of tailoring simple. Read on for our tailoring guide, complete with all her tips, and to shop the staples to consider tailoring yourself.
“When mass-produced clothes first emerged, they were not created as a complete replacement for custom-made clothing, but more of an economical and convenient shortcut. People at that time understood ready-to-wear clothing was not supposed to fit you right off the rack, and there would still be a need to tailor these pieces. “As styles became looser in the ’60s and ’70s, less tailoring was required, and eventually fewer people learned to sew. We came to think of tailoring anything beyond a hem as unusual. For the last few decades, we have been trying to make our bodies fit the clothes when, in reality, we should be making the clothes fit our bodies.”“The first step to finding a good tailor is to ask around. Ask other well-dressed men and women. If they look that good, they are probably getting their things tailored. Ask local upscale boutiques where they refer their customers for alterations.”“You should expect to try on the garment for the tailor so they can examine the fit for themselves. Be sure you are able to communicate exactly what you want the finished garment to look like. The tailor should be able to discuss the fit with you, explain how an alteration will get you the look you want and whether they can do it successfully. Expect them to pin and mark the necessary adjustments.”“Ignore the size! Look for something that fits your widest body part, and then tailor everything else down. “All women, especially those with a large bust line, should avoid sizing down into too-small shirts to get a snug fit at the waistline. You almost always want a garment to contour your waistline, but achieve it through tailoring. “For the most flattering skirt or cropped pant length, whether a mini, knee, midi, or ankle length, always hem to the point on your leg that begins a taper. “Pants should fit nicely through the hips, not too baggy and not skintight. They should be hemmed specific to the shoe height you will be wearing. Hem pants so there is a slight break in the front and no more than 1/2 inch from the floor in the back. This will create the illusion of leaner, longer legs.”“Invest in staples, and have them tailored to fit. They should be classic cuts (meaning timeless, not boring, but not overly trendy), well made. and from quality fabrics that will last you for years.”“Do not bother tailoring cheaply constructed garments, garments made from cheap fabric, or of-the-moment trends that require more than a hem or simple waistline contour. It is not worth the money, as these items will most likely be gone from your wardrobe in a season or two.”Also available in more sizes.
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This post was published at an earlier date and has since been updated.
This Carrera is a substantial wristwatch with a 45mm face and a ceramic tachymeter bezel. The Aston Martin inspiration is obvious in the shape and structure, as well as features like new lugs which echo Aston Martin-style design.
The strap is black leather and rubber with a titanium clasp. To distinguish the Aston Martin edition from other Carreras, it sports a sapphire case back.
Add to that some practical features such automatic calibre and rapid date correction and you’ve got the ideal timepiece for traveling or just a night out on the town—in your 600-horsepower V12 Aston Martin Vantage, of course.
Interested? This Bond-worthy bauble will retail for $6,550, but they’re sure to sell out fast.
Rockstar Games has their hands full right now. Red Dead Redemption 2 is coming out tomorrow (and it’s excellent.) GTAV’s online component is still enormously popular and Red Dead Redemption Online is set to launch in a few weeks. Needless to say, the question on everyone’s mind is “what’s next?” and the logical answer is GTA6. Or it would be if the world itself didn’t feel like a parody right now.
Dan Houser, co-founder of the studio, has gone on record with GQ UK that GTA6 won’t be happening until the political climate settles down.
“It’s really unclear what we would even do with it, let alone how upset people would get with whatever we did. Both intense liberal progression and intense conservatism are both very militant, and very angry.
It is scary but it’s also strange, and yet both of them seem occasionally to veer towards the absurd. It’s hard to satirize for those reasons. Some of the stuff you see is straightforwardly beyond satire. It would be out of date within two minutes, everything is changing so fast.”
Houser’s stance makes perfect sense. Grand Theft Auto, as a series, has poked fun at American culture for decades, using Americana as fodder for both plot and set dressing in the games. That formula, which has made the series a heavyweight best-seller, simply will not work given the current state of the world.
As the US descends into deeper polarization, consider the tongue-in-cheek commentary littered through all of the game’s current iteration of San Andreas, where billboards proclaim “Global Warming Is Baloney” and in-game social media talks about affordable healthcare and corrupt politicans. What were once pointed social jokes during GTAV’s development are now hot-button topics that warrant actual debate.
Rockstar is no stranger to pushing the envelope or being the target of public outrage. Hell, their bread and butter is making games where cops are cannon fodder and soliciting prostitutes or beating people to death with a purple dildo are bonus features.
Not being able to make the next Grand Theft Auto feel like satire poses a much bigger problem and, from what Houser has said, it’s a problem that they’ll simply sidestep by delaying the highly-anticipated game until the world gets its shit together. It could be a while.
Neon just released the first full-length trailer for director Brady Corbet’s new movie Vox Lux, starring Natalie Portman. One thing is clear: in playing this complex and disturbed character, the actress is going for broke as far as the Oscars are concerned.
The movie spans from 1999 to 2017, and follows Portman’s character Celeste, a school shooting victim who becomes an international pop star with the help of her sister Eleanor, played by Stacy Martin, and her manager, played by Jude Law.
After a controversial incident nearly causes her to fall from fame, she releases a comeback album titled “Vox Lux” and goes on a promotional tour.
Portman doesn’t actually show up until the second half of the film, as the first half focuses on a teenager Celeste, played by Raffey Cassidy.
The movie also stars Jennifer Ehle, Willem Dafoe, Maria Dizzia, and Christopher Abbott, and was both written and directed by Brady Corbet.
Vox Lux will open in select theaters on December 7th.
The 24-year-old Philadelphia 76ers center is now dating 23-year-old Sports Illustrated Swimsuit model Anne De Paula.
While neither have publicly commented on their romance, Sixers co-owner Michael Rubin confirmed the relationship by posting a picture of the couple locked in a courtside kiss earlier this week.
“What a lovely couple!” Rubin wrote before joking that the two are “engaged.”
Rumors that Paula is seeing Embiid were fueled by his recent GQcover story, in which the athlete explained doing “background checks” on potential suitors is a must in the NBA.
“My girlfriend is coming,” he revealed, adding that she’s “pretty big at what she does.”
