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How Accurate and Reliable Are Online Psychic Readings?

By Emma C
You have probably come across ads, websites, and social media pages dedicated to psychic readings. This is a stride in the psychic world as previously; such information was taboo to even share with friends. Those looking to start tend to follow the old trend and visit the psychic for a one on one session. Most are afraid of getting scammed or getting incorrect readings. During face-to-face sessions, psychics are known to interact with their clients, tap into their energy fields, and make predictions. Others read palms and auras. Since the pandemic hit, many have been forced to forego the trips

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A Deep Dive Into 1970s Fashion

By Emma C
The 1970s are often associated with a sepia color palette – bringing to mind burnt oranges and browns – when, in reality, the fashions of this decade were much more varied than they get credit for. Disco fever and glittery fabric dominated the ‘70s, but it was also the age of bohemian looks and glam rock. The decade was a mash-up of many different trends, and you were just as likely to see sleek coordinated suits as you were to see bright metallics. Beyond the prevalence of disco wear and feathered hair, there is a lot more to the 1970s than many

Retro

'80s-Inspired Movie Night With Your Friends

By Emma C
Are you up for some Saturday Night Fever? - Well, that's a seventies’ movie. But how about calling your friends and organizing an '80s-inspired Saturday movie night? It can be as equally fun as going out. And here's the list of movies you could watch. Working Girl (1988)Working Girl is a romantic comedy starring Melanie Griffith. Harrison Ford, and Sigourney Weaver. Mike Nichols was in charge of directing while Kevin Wade worked on a script. The story follows a young and ambitious woman paving her way in the corporate world. In parallel with her nine-to-five job as a secretary,

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4 Retro Wedding Trends That Are Hitting It Off in 2021

By Emma C
For good luck at your wedding, it's common practice for brides to have something old, something new, something borrowed, and something blue. With these throwback wedding trends making a comeback in 2021, many brides won't have to worry about finding that something "old." If you've been looking for vintage or retro fun for your wedding or you're simply excited for some of your favorite trends to make a comeback, here are some of the most popular retro wedding trends of 2021.Flower Crowns and HeadpiecesDuring the 1970s and late 2000s, flower crowns were all the rage. Now, they're making a

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The Biggest Sports Trends of the 00s

By Emma C
Professional sports represent an ongoing story. Each passing season results in another chapter being written. While each year has its own unique events, different protagonists and new sub-plots, there isn’t usually a lot that changes year on year. However, just like fashion, music, and politics can often be split into distinct eras, sports too can often be defined by the longer-term trends that occurred during certain time periods. Here are some of the biggest things we saw in sports during the 2000s. Online Sports BettingBetting on sports has always been popular, particularly in competitions like horse racing. However, before

Retro

Retro-tastic: The Most Iconic 90s Accessories

By Emma C
For those of us that lived through this decade, it’s hard to believe that the 90s were thirty years ago. This was the era of Brit Pop, the Spice Girls, the ‘Rachel’ haircut and a few memorable fashions - plus some that we’d rather forget.  We take a look below at a selection of the most iconic accessories of the decade.Choker NecklacesFor women, the choker was one of the essential components of a stylish look in the 1990s. Worn with jeans and a T-shirt in the daytime, or with a bodycon dress and platform trainers at

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Halloween Makeup Tips For New Makeup Artists

By Emma C
Halloween is one of the most celebrated holidays, although you might have to get a little bit more creative than you were for the last one. If you will need to wear makeup for your halloween costume, you will want to get it right. And the best part is that, to create a great makeup look, you don’t need to be a pro makeup artist. A few hacks will help you get it right. Also, if you know a good Halloween makeup store then you are better placed because you will easily access most if not every item you

Pop Culture

How to Throw a 1920s Gatsby Party

By Emma C
The Roaring TwentiesEver considered what it was like to be alive during the roaring twenties? The Roaring Twenties, more commonly known as the 1920s, were a decade of contrasts. The First World War had ended in victory, and peace and wealth had returned with it. The battles had proven to be quite profitable for some. During the war, manufacturers and providers of items for the war effort profited and became extremely wealthy, indeed life had never been better for the aristocracy and wealthy classes. In the cities, nightclubs, jazz clubs, cocktail bars and casino themed entertainment thrived. For some, the

Pop Culture

Looking Back at the Weirdest (and Most Cringey) Social Media Trends of the 2010s

By Emma C
The 2010s were an active time for the internet worldwide. They saw the birth of Instagram, influencers, digital marketing, notable dance crazes, and memes that practically immortalized some people (and cats). So read on to see some of the weirdest and most cringey social media trends of the 2010s.The Gallon Smashing ChallengeThis challenge involved smashing gallons of fluid in random places. It was weird because there is honestly no good reason to purposely smash a gallon. We all know that if a full gallon falls hard enough it is likely to explode, so why do this? It created massive

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Ridotto – The World’s First Gambling House

By Emma C
Gambling has been an intrinsic part of human nature and existence for thousands of years, maybe more. Some experts are of the opinion that gambling is even connected to the history of human kind itself. Archaeologists have stumbled upon gambling game artifacts like the tile game from ancient Chinese civilizations and Ancient Egypt takes credit for having come up with the world’s oldest known dice. Art on pottery and in the form of paintings even depict people betting on animal fights, as well as the breeding of animals specifically for the purpose of fights which people would bet on.
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