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Fashion and fitness haven’t always mixed, but in recent years there has been an explosion in stylish gym wear. From colorful printed leggings to trendy crop tops, fitness fanatics can now look chic both during and after their workout. Below are some of the latest trends in fitness fashion.   Patterned Leggings Leggings are one of the most important fashion items in a woman’s fitness arsenal. While black designs are certainly popular, patterned leggings are on an upward trend. Whether it’s floral, geometric, leopard print, or galaxy print, patterned leggings come in all kinds of colors and sizes.   Men’s Leggings While the idea of men wearing leggings would have been unheard of many years ago, it is a growing trend that is likely to stay. With many new gender-bending styles out there, leggings are growing in popularity, especially as a means to stay warm. Men’s leggings can be worn under a pair of shorts for a casual, but stylish look.   Smart Fitness Perhaps even more re...

While many people might imagine a creative director as being someone behind a computer all day, Bennet Schwartz Sydney resident definitely does not fit that image. Instead, he can often be found on his bicycle, pushing himself to new limits even as he clears his mind for whatever situations the day ahead brings. Prior to moving to Australia, Bennet Schwartz Sydney creative director spent much of his time shuttling between Austin, Texas and throughout other parts of the United States, expanding his horizon through travel and experiencing different cultures and different ways of life. While making the move from the United States to Australia might seem a risky move, for Bennet Schwartz it was just another opportunity to prove to himself that there isn’t a challenge that cannot be overcome. For this creative director, it’s a no-brainer to view going through life the same way he handled taking part in the Red Hook Criterium — at a breakneck speed and with no brakes. Tell us a little abou...

While it might not sound like the most glamourous of subjects, business recycling is itself becoming big business. Here are a few things you might not know about it. From how much your waste might be worth to what your legal responsibilities are.   The true value of your recyclables Gone are the days when the materials being thrown away are viewed simply as trash. Recyclable waste is now worth big bucks, and the trend for reusing, repurposing, and recycling is only going to keep growing. According to Statista , in 2017, this market was valued at about 265 billion US dollars. By 2024, the market is expected to grow to about 377 billion US dollars. In fact, recycling cardboard alone is becoming such a lucrative industry that the theft of used cardboard is becoming increasingly widespread. While figures are not available for how much is stolen globally, experts say it is very much a global problem . Variety of business waste solutions While some companies are leading the charge when i...

There is more to planning a networking event than ice breakers and drinks. For your networking event to be a real success, you need to plan much more than providing people a space to make their own connections.   Hosting a bad networking event will not only fail to provide you and your business new opportunities, but it can also create a negative image for those you want to impress. A great networking event will provide attendees with added value and boost your professional contact list, as well as others.   So how do you plan an incredible networking event?   Identify networker’s motives   It’s likely that your networking event will be a mixing bowl for people from all different industries. As the host, you need to understand what they have to offer and what they hope to achieve from the event.   By knowing a little about each guest, you can aid the networking process and introduce people to the relevant attendees. It’s also worth making sure your attendees are...

  After a long day at work, you might think the last thing you want to be staring at all evening is a computer screen. In fact, the same tool you use to complete your work is also great at finding different ways for you to relax. Here are some of the ways you can use your laptop for play after a long day at work.   Get gaming One of the best ways to unwind after a long day at work is to play some online games. There are lots of different types of game you can play online. Some have endless opportunities and allow you to create your own worlds and meet other characters within them. Others are as simple as pressing a space bar as fast as you can or even just completing a wordsearch or crossword. If you’re really looking for something exciting to mark the end of the working day, one of the most popular gaming genres online are casino games. These are played just like they would be in any casino hall. The only difference is you don’t need to get dressed up or even leave your house...

As your business grows and thrives, it will inevitably start to need greater support and expertise, and it may come to a point where you have to decide between taking on more employees or deciding to outsource certain skills. There are advantages and disadvantages of both options, so read further to help you decide what the right choice for you is. Outsourcing can be more cost-effective When you’re looking at services that are not related to your core business activities, trying to hire an in-house team can mean that you have to invest a lot of resources into it. As well as the cost of hiring more people, you may also need to consider additional equipment, appropriate training, and whether you have sufficient space to have an extra department in your business. The costs can soon begin to add up, and if you’re unlikely to be using the team around the clock, this can be better managed by outsourcing instead. Outsourcing for specialist services such as professional IT support as provided...

Anastasia Fedorova is an award-winning Ukrainian Canadian painter. Anastasia was born in Kiev, Ukraine. She is now located in Vancouver, British Columbia, where she resides and works. Anastasia Fedorova learned oil painting and drawing from celebrated Ukrainian painters for more than a decade before attending the Institute of Art and Design in Kiev. She later studied Art History at University of British Columbia in Vancouver, Canada. We have conducted a short interview with her. What does art and painting mean to you?  For me, art and painting, in particular, means to be present in the moment. My mode of perception of this world is made through a direct experience of the immediate presence. My goal is coming back to the ultimate source, which is nature, and to ourselves. I believe that nature and natural forms are the pathways to contemplation and creation.  Mysterious Night Why is art important, in your personal opinion and also at large?  I believe that art is an essent...

Emily Feng is a writer, director, and editor based in New York City. She has worked on music videos, narratives, brand campaigns, and documentaries. Most notably, her documentaries shot in Havana, Cuba have been selected at Best Shorts Competition, PopDoc Awards, Asian Film Festival Los Angeles Hollywood, and Seattle Asian American Film Festival. She is currently working on writing her first feature film as well as working as an videographer and video editor for The Chelsea Music Festival in NYC. She aims to make space in the industry for stories of underrepresented voices and to connect people, despite our difference, through our shared humanity and emotions. Why did you choose to be a filmmaker? In high school, when I took my first film class, I fell in love with the endless possibilities of stories that could be told. I loved the process and I loved seeing stories and visuals in my head come to life in a video. After I got to NYU and wrote a few short scripts, I realized that I want...

A wedding consists a once in a lifetime preparation – therefore, when it comes to planning and arrangements, it is best to do it with relief. One of the many dilemmas it encompasses is the venue of the event. Picking a venue would not be that much of a stress if the to be wed couple lives in the same place; however, if a citizen marries a non-citizen, things may require more focus than the usual. In order to marry a foreign citizen in the United States, they must establish the foreigner’s documentations first so that he or she will be able to actually attend the wedding. To know more about the how-to, here are some of the essentials you should learn. Qualifications for a Fiancé Visa Prior to application, it is a must to check the validity of the non-citizen to be granted admission in a foreign country. The immigration law holds a criteria for the to be wed individual if he or she is favorable for entry. • The immigrant is to be married to U.S Citizen (and not just a Green Card H...

Taketo Kobayashi (also known as ‘Humanoise') graduated from Tokyo’s Keio University. After gaining experience in 3D graphics and animation at the Tokyo Institute of Technology’s creative laboratory, and Gonzo Co., Ltd., Taketo branched out and began his career as an artist in his own right. Now a specialist in 3DCG modelling with a focus on 3D printing and additive manufacturing, humanoise explores the boundaries of digital printing. His mission is to turn the invisible - emotions, energy, consciousness - into the visible. Experimenting with the concept of spirituality in a digital age, Taketo considers Japanese subculture design a descendant of the animism spirit which formed during the ancient Jōmon period. This “digital shaman’s” designs are deconstructed and reconstructed in abstract ways. By blending the ancient and the modern through “shapes” he creates a circle - a mandala-like expression of Japanese culture. "Digital art is total freedom.” - Humanoise Read on to ...