7 Fashion Trends Taking Over 2023 — Shop Them Now
Following spring and fall runway collections making a case for all we should expect this year, 2023’s biggest fashion trends have filled the racks at stores everywhere. What should we be buying?
2023-05-09 02:16
Save Up To 30% Off Ana Luisa Jewelry During The R29-Fave Brand’s Birthday Sale
There’s nothing more embarrassing than finding out you’ve got a line of green residue on your neck or finger — all because you wanted to save a few bucks on jewelry. It’s simply not worth the hassle, especially not when there are affordable, tarnish-free, and hypoallergenic brands out there like Ana Luisa. These high-quality jewelry pieces, including necklaces, earrings, and rings, are made from recycled sterling silver and 14K gold over brass — and they’re all under $120. And somehow, the brand has made its already wallet-friendly wares even more affordable: for a limited time, Ana Luisa is celebrating its birthday with an up-to-30%-off sitewide sale. Here are the deets: buy 2 items, get 20% off; buy 3, get 25% off, and buy 4, get 30% off. Keep on scrolling to shop our top picks from this limited-time sale, and say bye-bye to the tarnishing consequences of buying cheap jewelry — it’s truly the best of both worlds, trust us, we’ve tested these waters before with amazing results.
2023-10-04 05:29
8 budget-friendly ways to juggle childcare and work during holidays
Idyllic images of happy children playing in sunny gardens during the summer holidays aren’t so easy to turn into a reality when you’re a working parent. Instead of wondering how full to fill the paddling pool, working mums and dads are more likely to be doing their sums about paying for the childcare they need so they can work as their kids enjoy the summer holidays. Emily Pritty, joint head of legal advice service at the charity Working Families, points out that its recent research found four in 10 low-income families have gone into debt to pay for childcare, nearly half have had to reduce their hours, and a fifth have even quit their job to manage childcare. “The summer holidays are a source of stress and anxiety for many working families whose work situation doesn’t allow them any flexibility to manage childcare and who can’t afford the additional childcare costs,” she says. “School holidays are the pinch point for so many working families with school-aged children, as the usual pattern of caring and routine changes, and the demands of work don’t reflect this.” But there are ways to make summer childcare more affordable for the UK’s 17.5 million working parents and carers, says Sabine Kobayter, chief marketing officer at Pebble, which connects parents with childcare and activity providers. “The summer holidays can be really hard for parents who are trying to juggle work and childcare – while also trying to feed hungry minds with activities that will stimulate children,” she says. “There’s a huge variance in the cost of finding childcare, and trips out as a family can quickly add up. The good news is there are many solutions to help find affordable ways to keep children entertained whilst spinning work plates too.” Here are budget-friendly summer childcare solutions suggested by Kobayter and Pritty… 1. Use holiday camps From sports camps to street dance, drama, academic and cookery, holiday camps start from £16.50 per day, says Kobayter. “Holiday camps are great as they often mirror the working day, and children can find camps that match their hobbies and interests,” she says, explaining that as holiday camps increase in popularity, the trick to getting a space is to book your child’s slot as early as possible. “This also allows you to plan your work schedule with the peace of mind knowing your children are being cared for, while doing something they love, and meeting new friends.” 2. Take paid or unpaid leave Many parents will have to use their annual leave to look after their kids over the summer, and if they don’t have enough left, unpaid leave is a statutory option, says Pritty. “The burden of taking unpaid time off does tend to fall more heavily on women due to the gender pay gap, as for family finances, often the decision is for the parent on the lower income to take the leave.” 3. Stretch out free childcare You’re entitled to 30 hours of free childcare in England, and Pritty suggests: “You could stretch your entitlement so you receive fewer hours each week but get the childcare during school holidays too.” Check whether your childcare provider will allow you to do this. 4. Get friends and family to help Many parents rely on informal networks of friends and family to help cover the gaps in caring throughout the year, and Pritty says: “This is particularly prevalent in school holidays, given the cost of holiday clubs and formal childcare. Parents often group together with friends to cover particular days and then reciprocate in a shared care arrangement.” 5. Use free kids’ activities “Not everything costs,” promises Kobayter, who suggests that if parents use annual paid/unpaid leave, or get friends and family to help with childcare, they keep subsequent costs down by searching for free activities local to them, and lock in days out as a family. “Museums, national parks, events in local parks – there’s a surprising amount available,” she says. 6. Try ad-hoc childcare Until recently, childcare needed to be locked in months, sometimes even years, in advance, says Kobayter, but now childminders and childcare providers are starting to enable ad-hoc bookings for parents in need. “As work becomes more flexible, childcare needs to as well,” she observes. “If you have a last-minute need to book childcare, all is not lost.” Pritty says the Family and Childcare Trust can provide details about your local Family Information Service, which will in turn be able to tell you about available summer childcare including childminders, nurseries, out of school clubs and any holiday schemes running in your local area. 7. Use vouchers if possible Childcare vouchers, tax-free childcare and the childcare elements of working tax credit and universal credit can all be used in holiday clubs, if the childcare is registered or approved, says Pritty, although she warns that not all childcare providers accept vouchers and they need to be signed up to tax-free childcare. You can check the types of childcare that you can get help with. 8. Check you’re getting the right financial help Pritty suggests parents check they’re getting the childcare support they are entitled to, by using this online calculator if necessary.
2023-07-04 15:49
Does British tourism really need the royal family?
The royal family does bring tourism to the UK. But if the royal family were to disappear, would the UK's tourism industry suddenly implode?
2023-05-15 21:57
How to watch the Microsoft Build 2023 keynote livestream
It's developer conference season. Google I/O just happened. Apple's WWDC is a few weeks away.
2023-05-23 17:48
The USWNT has the right to be happy at the World Cup
The United States Women's National Team (USWNT) advanced to the Round of 16 of the
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The Best Docking Stations for Windows Laptops in 2023
Over the past few years, with the pandemic and its aftermath, lots of folks had
2023-11-21 22:26
The Equal Parenting Project, in collaboration with Music Football Fatherhood, announces the winners of the Working Dads Employer Awards 2023
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2023-06-26 20:47
Mexican farmers end airport protest after president refuses talks
By Cassandra Garrison MEXICO CITY (Reuters) -Mexican farmers on Thursday ended a protest at an airport in the northern state
2023-06-16 00:52
31 dead after gas explosion at barbecue restaurant in China
At least 31 people are dead and seven injured in the Chinese city of Yinchuan, in northwest Ningxia region, after a gas explosion at a barbecue restaurant Wednesday night, according to state media.
2023-06-22 11:15
Europe’s Wine Harvest Shrinks After Year of Challenging Weather
Europe’s wine harvest fell this year as top producers like Italy and Spain grappled with challenging weather conditions.
2023-10-25 23:50
Hilda Baci: Guinness confirms Nigerian chef's world record
Hilda Baci caused a sensation last month after cooking non-stop for four days.
2023-06-13 19:21
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