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It’s never easy when you’ve just gotten out of a relationship and see giant teddy bears and heart-shaped candies on display this time of year. Valentine’s Day, for some, can be a reminder of heartbreak; but for others, it can be the perfect time to start anew. We spoke with psychotherapist Rachel Moheban-Wachtel, LCSW, of The Relationship Suite, a counseling […]
Today it’s common to hear that people prefer to find connections through dating apps, right at their fingertips on a mobile screen. For instance, on Tinder, you can swipe right to like a person’s profile or swipe left to decline a profile. On eHarmony, you can send “smiles” and favorite profiles, after completing a questionnaire and getting matched up to […]
In the really old days of colonial America, husking bees were one way to meet women. Corn harvests back then were backbreaking work. Farmers lightened the load by inviting their neighbors to a husking bee. Single men and women would sit together in a big room and husk. Whenever somebody uncovered a red ear, the deal was that they could […]
Imagine seeing the smile on a senior’s face when he/she receives a rose on Valentine’s Day, thanks to the kindness of a family member, friend or even a total stranger. That’s where Cupid Crew – a grassroots organization based in Denver, Colorado – comes into the picture. The group has thousands of independent volunteers hand deliver roses to the eldery, […]
Remember the good ol’ days when you would cut out giant hearts from magenta-colored construction paper in class and decorate them for your classmates? How about when you would collect boxes of Sweethearts candy hearts and never eat them because they were too chalky for your kiddie taste buds? Jo Goldfarb, director of communication at BASIS Independent Brooklyn, provided insight into how […]
Though high-profile celebrities tend to don wigs on the red carpet and in music videos, wigs have a long history throughout time, for all types of people. They’ve been around as early as Ancient Egypt, were worn throughout the Elizabethan Era and are still making headlines in 2020. Some historical examples Ancient Egyptians shaved their heads due to the country’s […]
New York City is the hub for many wig makers and masters, whose salons cater to individuals’ eclectic needs and personal preferences. From cutting an auburn-colored bob with blunt bangs for the everyday woman to creating a custom look for an A-list celebrity, these local salon owners have seen it all during their careers. They provided some insights into wig […]
Individuals purchase wigs for one reason or another, as detailed in another article of this special RHSR series. Three everyday women shared their stories with us, explaining what led them to wear wigs and how they currently feel when looking at their new locks. Roshni Kamta, 23 New York, New York Kamta was diagnosed with triple-negative breast cancer in late […]
Wigs often become the scene-stealer when musicians, actors and actresses make a fashionable statement with colorful, avant-garde hairpieces. In no particular order, we’ve rounded up some of the best wigs worn by celebrities since the late 1960s. Diana Ross: This is Wig Bar founder Isaac Davidson’s favorite celebrity wig. Ross wore this while singing “I’m Gonna Wash That Man […]
While there was heated contention between the City and Roman Catholics earlier this fall – regarding the dismissal of St. Frances Xavier “Mother” Cabrini in the She Built NYC campaign – progress with external initiatives are taking place to honor her. A statue will be made in Cabrini’s honor and a Brooklyn post office may be rechristened to share her […]