Ask Well: Can you make a mask out of jeans? Bra pads? reusable grocery bags? - Chicago Tribune

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• Ask Well: Can you make a mask out of jeans? Bra pads? reusable grocery bags? - Chicago Tribune
• I Found the Best Jeans for Curvy Women After Years of Disappointment - Glamour
• I Found the Most Comfortable Jeans for Women in Quarantine - Glamour
• Guapdad 4000 Tries to "Trade Places With Them Jeans" In New Music Video - HYPEBEAST

Ask Well: Can you make a mask out of jeans? Bra pads? reusable grocery bags? - Chicago Tribune Posted: 26 Apr 2020 06:26 AM PDT For comparison, the N95 mask, which should be saved for medical workers, filters 95% of 0.3 micron particles. A rectangular surgical mask filters between 60% to 80% of those particles. While simple fabric masks don't test as well, studies show that homemade masks still can help stop the spread of viral illness and offer adequate protection for people practicing social distancing, even if a mask is capturing a lower percentage of small particles.

I Found the Best Jeans for Curvy Women After Years of Disappointment - Glamour Posted: 13 Apr 2020 01:22 PM PDT I've always had problems finding jeans that fit right. Even from a young age—when I was stick-thin and in ballet class four times a week—my butt made it difficult for me to fit comfortably into pants, especially because I grew up in the age of low-rise jeans. And as my body filled out more over time and I put on weight all over, it became clear to me that most of the popular denim brands simply didn't make jeans for bodies like mine. Thus I began my journey to hunt down the best jeans for curvy women. Mind you, by standard sizing measures, I technically fit into the "straight-size" category (as opposed to plus-size) because I fluctuate between a 12 and 14, or 31 and 32. But because my butt is on the larger side, straight sizes don't usually work on me. I would have to size up to get them over my hips and so that my thighs wouldn't feel like a tourniquet was being wrapped around them—but then I'd end up with the top being too big. I was constantly battling the seemingly unfixable waist gap and even if they fit well, they would split awkwardly in my thighs due to them rubbing together and wearing down the seaming. Over many years—and many weight fluctuations that prompted me to try out countless denim brands—I came close to giving up on ever finding the perfect pair of jeans. I was convinced that I was doomed to live a life in dresses and skirts forever. Then I found DL1961. I'd never heard of it, even though the brand was right under my nose at Nordstrom, Shopbop, and Amazon. I first discovered the brand through its collaboration with beauty influencer Marianna Hewitt and had the chance to try out the Hepburn High-Rise Wide-Leg pair. To say that my world was forever changed would not be an understatement. I never knew that jeans could be so comfortable, but still look unbelievably chic and flattering. The high-waist fit actually comes up past my belly button—something that was missing in every other style I tried from different brands—and the fabric has enough give to allow me to sit comfortably without the waistband digging into my stomach. But the best parts? No waist gap and my big ol' booty looks amazing in them, if I do say so myself. This single pair of jeans has become my gold standard for denim, and they convinced me to give denim another try. In all honesty, after discovering what I believed to be the perfect pair of pants, I was scared that it was a fluke and that other fits from the brand wouldn't flatter me as well as the Hepburn did. Thankfully, DL1961 proved me wrong, and I was pleasantly surprised to find that the brand offers inclusive sizing both on its site and through a few other retailers.

I Found the Most Comfortable Jeans for Women in Quarantine - Glamour Posted: 14 Apr 2020 08:28 AM PDT Same Madewell Boyjean from the day before, this time with the coziest Rose Carmine sweater and Velcro Gola trainers, inspired by Carole Baskin. Shanna Shipin Another Zoom happy hour (or virtual date night) look. These are Stove Pipe Jeans in Kansas Fade from Lee (which all sounds very patriotic). There's cool distressed detailing on the fabric, and the waist is adjustable with a cute little toggle. Despite their being rigid denim, the high waist and borderline-dad-jean silhouette make them super cozy. Lee High-Rise Stove Pipe Jeans in Kansas Fade Free People $98 Buy Now Reformation Pinto Smocked Top Nordstrom $148 Buy Now Week 3 Shanna Shipin A look that says "I got dressed 5 minutes before the Monday morning check-in." It's all about balance when wearing denim at home, and this Free People hoodie felt right with the Madewell Boyjeans. Shanna Shipin On this day, I asked myself why I hadn't worn one of my favorite straight-leg pairs yet: the Jerry from DL1961 (a brand that makes amazing jeans for curvy women). Then I buttoned them. I got this pair taken in at the waist, which makes them a smidge tight for my current setup. (Though it did make me work from the kitchen counter at different points in the day, which was honestly a nice change of scenery.) The Jerry is a vintage-inspired cut that's fitted in the hip and thigh, then nice and relaxed through the leg. The wash I'm wearing is discontinued, but you can get a spring-ready pair below. DL1961 Bridget Crop High Rise Bootcut DL1961 $199 Buy Now The Cashmere Turtleneck Mott & Bow $159 Buy Now Shanna Shipin The Agolde jeans again, this time paired with a corset baby tee from Also, Freedom. Shanna Shipin All hail the Levi's Ribcage Wide-Leg. And for a deceptively comfy top, reach for the washable silk button-up from Everlane. As soon as I stepped into the living room, my husband asked: "So are you Salt or Pepa today?" Suffice it to say, the Edwin carpenter jeans are a winner. Shanna Shipin is the commerce editor at Glamour. Follow her @shannashipin.

Guapdad 4000 Tries to "Trade Places With Them Jeans" In New Music Video - HYPEBEAST Posted: 25 Apr 2020 11:38 PM PDT After joining Abby Jasmine for a "Groovy" music video earlier this month, West Oakland native Guapdad 4000 has now delivered a visual for "Trade Places With Them Jeans," a highlight from his recently-offloaded Platinum Falcon Tape, Vol. 1. Continuing to spotlight his sultry take on contemporary R&B, the scam rap pioneer takes to swooning over a lover, dropping lyrics like "This is so you, I'm on your a** like Evisu/But even jeans couldn't hug you like I need to" and "But she actin' stupid, I'm runnin' out of patience/ I'm tryna stay friends just to get in that p***y one more time." In the music video, directed by Chris Simmons, Guap continues to showcase his comedic-yet-sincere candor, delivering some quarantine-themed visuals as he vibes out in protective gear. Watch Guapdad 4000's visual for "Trade Places With Them Jeans" above and make sure to listen to Platinum Falcon Tape, Vol. 1 below. If you haven't, make sure to listen to Lil Uzi Vert's new single "Sasuke." Read Full Article

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