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Channel your inner diva wearing a one-piece swimsuit

By Guest Blogger, Diana S.

Channel your inner diva wearing a one-piece swimsuit

Channel your inner diva wearing a one-piece swimsuit
In a world of naked skin everywhere and on every occasion, paradoxically – bikinis have lost their power, simply because – all that skin is no longer as exciting a turn on as it used to be. Too much of anything can get pretty tasteless, and you’ll have to admit we’ve collectively hit the point of too-much-nudity a long time ago.
Naturally, everyone loves seeing a toned body flaunted around but then again – there’s a particular beautiful mystique about a half-covered body that’s still sexy enough to make your jaw drop. A one-piece swimwear is doing just that – it sparks up the imagination, it challenges one’s curiosity, it flatters both the body and the eye and it’s making things incredibly chic.
image-4-1From a standpoint of a woman – a one piece swimwear won’t get her as tanned as a bikini would but it’ll give her a sense of being in charge of her sexuality. Half-way covered but still looking like a beach goddess, a woman in a one piece swimsuit is everything and more.
To avoid the “momsy†look often associated with a one-piece, we’re giving you some amazing tips to choose your one-piece beachwear attire.
Make a statement with graphics
image-2Let your statement bodysuit do all the talking at the beach while you’re giving yourself plenty of time to sunbathe and enjoy your mango cocktail. A swimsuit with an attitude is your best ally against a jealous bikini-lover or a beach-neighbor who’d give anything to engage in a light conversation and ask you out on a date (even though you both know it would never work).
To stay on point and trend with your swimsuit, opt for a classic slogan or even something a little more Tumblr. Statements like “Dopeâ€, “Woke up like thisâ€, “Beach queenâ€, “Baeâ€, “Bossâ€, “One of a kindâ€, etc. will take things a little ghetto-glam, and instill you with such confidence. Just take a look at Kardashian-Jenner one-piece swimwear for inspiration – they rocked it this season!
Add straps and laces
There’s nothing wrong with a conservative form as long as you take it to the riskier side – lace-up details, crisscrossed straps, exciting colors and cutouts add a modern twist to the modest cut, making sure you’re never labeled boring or nun.
Choose punchy patterns/prints
Prints are awesome! The edgier, the better, especially if you are young and can let yourself indulge all kinds of nastiness (print-wise, of course! *khm*).
Opting for a swimsuit that’s photography-based, digital printed with neon colors or sports eye-catching designs will definitely put you in focus. Variety of patterns speak volumes, and the beach is the place to let your style shine!
Pick a retro-inspired suit
While your mom might’ve fallen victim to the trends of her decade, she had no choice; YOU opting for a retro suit is a statement rather than a trend-obligation.  Travel a little further back in time and choose body-flattering swimwear trends from the 60s and 70s. We bet you’ll look adorable yet provocative enough in nipped waists and drapey ornaments.
If the hourglass era doesn’t suit your body type, shop for one that does.
Stay cool with color blocked choices
Iimage-1-1n case you haven’t heard – minimalism and clean lines are the trademarks of the millennium. Color blocking options combined with a minimalistic approach to swimwear put a focus on your figure, enhancing everything about your body you want shown.  Colors have an amazing effect in visually re-shaping a figure, so if you’re straight-line but you are longing for a bit of curve, turn to color blocking for assistance.
To ooze an elegant, modern vibe, give yourself permission to step away from the sea of ruffles and gravity-defying straps everyone will be sporting at the beach; instead, opt for a sleek design – you’ll look like a work of modern art.
Enjoy your time at the beach and take the power back with your one-piece. You won’t regret it!
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feeling good, from the inside out. If you’ve got a problem or a tip email me! Be sure to Like and share on Facebook or Follow on Twitter or Instagram.

 

FOR THE GUYS, ORGANIC HEALTH & HOME, SEX & LIFE

Worried About Your Husband? Top Ways To Support Him (Without Pushing Him Away!)

Worried About Your Husband? Top Ways To Support Him (Without Pushing Him Away!)

Although we hope that our marriage will be happy ever after, life isn’t like that. Couples face many challenges that can tear them apart. But just like you said in your marriage vows, you will be there for the through sickness and health. Therefore, whether it’s some kind of illness such as addiction or depression, you need to help them through this challenging time. Here are some top ways you can support your husband without pushing him away.

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Speak to him openly about your concerns

The first thing you should do when you are worried about your husband is to speak to him. Sit him down and explain calmly about why you are concerned. There’s no point shouting at him as it will lead him to become defensive and not be honest. He will just push you away and end up being even more secretive. Therefore, deal with the situation calmly and give him examples which caused concern. Make sure he understands you are not having a go at him, but you are worried and want to help. If he sees how much it’s affecting you, he’s more likely to be open with you. Let him speak and don’t respond until he gets everything out that he wants to say. Once you know what’s going on, you can find ways to move forward. Ask him how you can support him and let him know you are there for him.

Seek help for him and explain why

You might be worried about how your husband will react if you contact a doctor or a therapist about the problem. After all, they might be furious that you have got someone else involved in the issue. But for the benefit of your husband’s health, it needs to be done. Talk to him about why you have involved them and how you feel it will benefit them. After all, they need to agree to go to some form of addiction treatment center. Otherwise, they won’t benefit from it, if they are not willing to acknowledge they need help. Therefore, talk to him and help him to accept he needs help if you want to support him through this challenging time.

Voice your worries in a controlled environment

It might not be possible to sit down with him to speak about your concerns in your own home. If he’s currently taking drugs, you might not feel safe to talk to him about it alone. Therefore, you should arrange for a controlled environment where you can voice your worries for your husband. It might be in front of a friend or family member who can support you if necessary. After all, he might listen if it’s a mutual friend. Or if you feel this might put his back up, it might be best to speak with him in front of a professional. You can attend counseling together and then can explain your worries there. He’s more likely to take you seriously and let you support him if you deal with it in a professional environment. And once he seeks help, you can work with the counselor to get your marriage back on track.

Remember to give him compliments and praise when he gets the problem under control. It will spur him on to keep going in the right direction with his recovery!

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Amicable Divorce: How To Make It Possible

Amicable Divorce: How To Make It Possible

You might think that an amicable divorce is impossible, and anybody who claims they had one is an enigma. The truth is, you can make amicable divorce possible. However, it may take a lot of work on your part. Here’s how to make it possible:

Understand The Repercussions of Blindsiding Your Spouse

If you’re blindsiding your spouse, you really need to understand the repercussions of doing so. You may have had a long time to mull this over and settle into the idea of not being with them anymore, so it may not be as difficult for you. You might be more than ready to start your new life as a singleton. However, your spouse won’t find it as easy. In many cases, they might think everything is just fine. When you blindside your spouse, you need to be prepared for a range of emotions to be thrown at you. You need to be prepared for insults and attempted arguments. It won’t be easy, but if it’s what you really want then you need to go through with it.

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Prepare To Take Things Slow

Make sure you are prepared to take things slowly. Your spouse is likely already in shock. You’ll need to be prepared to have long, drawn out talks with them over what to do about the kids, your assets, etc. However, avoid these conversations at all costs at first. Your partner will likely be too emotionally charged and will make unreasonable requests.

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Be Firm But Understanding

Although you need to be firm with your spouse if this is definitely what you want, you also need to understand what they are going through. Listen to them. Don’t accuse them. You’re not looking to get into an argument or figure out whose fault it all is. This is your final decision, and you don’t need to get into it. Simply listen to them and try to understand them, but make it clear you won’t be changing your mind.

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Don’t Bite Back

As tempting as it might be to bite back when they insult you or say something provocative, don’t. They likely don’t mean anything they are saying right now, and just need some time to calm down. The more you can resist the urge to bite back and just take what they have to throw at you, the more chance you have of an amicable divorce. Remember the end result you want and stay strong.

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Contact A Professional To Guide You

You may want to contact a professional to guide you if you’re struggling with this. Divorce mediators are good choices if your spouse refuses to speak to you or is being difficult in any way. Make sure you research the best in your area so everything goes as smoothly as it possibly can.

Remember to take the lead when it comes to your amicable divorce. Your partner may or may not do the things mentioned in this guide. Either way, make sure you act how you would like them to act, and it might not take them long to accept your decision.

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Warning Signs Your Relationship Could Be In Trouble And How To Combat Them

Warning Signs Your Relationship Could Be In Trouble And How To Combat Them

Entering into a relationship can be one of the best feelings. Finding that one person you just connect with can be life changing. Of course, often these relationships turn into marriage and maybe a family. You expect to live happily ever after. But for some, that happily ever after feels like it’s over far too soon. This is because there are some cracks in the relationship that has started to surface.

Of course, sometimes this can happen. It might not be repairable when someone has betrayed or hurt the other’s feelings. Sometimes accepting that you need to call in the Divorce Services might be the right steps to take for you both to have your own happy ever after. However, not all relationships need to go down that route. With that in mind, here are some of the warning signs your relationship could be in trouble and what you can do to combat them. 14080770557_61219b30fd_b

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Lack of communication

Communication is vitally important for a relationship to work. You are on the same team, and with that means, you are accepting of the other person. You take on their highs, but you also need to be supportive of their lows. Just like you would expect the same. Communicating is the one way you can be supportive. For the good and the bad. So talk about your days, talk about what is good and even talk about what is bad. You’ll feel better just knowing you have your support network ready to cheer or wipe away a tear.

No sparkle

Relationships after a while fizzle out. This is when it can take a little hard work to ensure you don’t lose that sparkle. Starting a family can dull that shine, as you both embark on a new journey. Just as work stress and other problems can have a knock on effect. This is when considering date nights and time alone together is important for keeping that spark alive.

Arguments not being resolved

Have you ever heard the advice not to go to bed on an argument? But yet for many of us, we don’t take that advice and often arguments can last days or weeks. If you are finding is harder to resolve these issues then you need to learn to talk it through. Or at least agree to disagree before the night is out.

Letting the past dictate your future

We have all made mistakes in the past or been hurt. But when you let that hinder your current relationship then you could be in big trouble. It’s easier said than tdonw, but try and remember to live in the present moment. This person with you now is not the one who hurt you in the past. You are much more guarded, but that doesn’t mean you will be hurt again.

Feeling more like friends than a couple

Finally, we can all get to a stage of a relationship where it feels comfortable. Almost like you are just friends than intimate. But again this is when hard work is needed to get your relationship on track. Harmless flirting and communicating can often be all it takes to relight that fire.

Don’t forget to be a team.

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Planet Of The Vapes: Why Vaping Has Garnered So Much Popularity

Planet Of The Vapes: Why Vaping Has Garnered So Much Popularity

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“We Get It, You Vapeâ€. These words have spread across the internet rapidly over the past year or so. We’re seeing white clouds leaving people’s mouths in cafes and bars for the first time since indoor smoking bans were introduced. There are communities of individuals who meet to discuss vaping and socialize with other enthusiasts.

Specialist stores like https://diyeliquids.co.uk/ are popping up here, there, and everywhere. So how has vaping garnered so much popularity at such a fast rate?

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What Is Vaping?

Vaping is when you inhale water vapour through a personal vaporizer. The act looks pretty similar to smoking, and you breathe out a white cloud that could be mistaken for smoke. vape_cloud_-_vaporizer_pen_24986934993

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The Benefits Of Vaping

The main benefits of vaping are health benefits. Many people who vape have given up smoking traditional cigarettes and are using vaping as an alternative. Vaping offers these individuals with a way to smoke with fewer dangers. Vaping drastically reduces an individual’s risk of developing smoking-related illnesses such as cancer. Though vaping does supply the body with the highly addictive drug nicotine, it does so without producing smoke. As an alternative to smoking, it also removes individuals’ needs for dirty ash trays. It will not leave them with bad breath or a bad smell on their clothes and furniture. It also removes the risk of passive smoking for those around the individual. 22304947943_c674a8c3d4_b

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Benefits also extend from general health and hygiene benefits. In the long term, vaping is much more financially viable than smoking. You will have to pay out initial costs for your personal vaporizer. But from then on, you only need to purchase e-cigarette liquids. These are much cheaper and longer-lasting than cigarettes.

Vapes are also much more convenient, especially in winter months. Vaping indoors is legal in most public spaces. As long as you are mindful of those around you, you are unlikely to experience the inconvenience of having to leave your table/workspace/, etc. to vape outdoors.

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A large draw of vaping is also the novelty. The e-cigarette liquids are available in a multitude of flavours nowadays. Just check out specialist shops, such as https://vapeshoreditch.com/. Standard fruit flavours vary from strawberry to raspberry, banana and blackcurrant. There are sweet spices like cinnamon and flavourings like vanilla, and if you’re fond of menthol cigarettes, you might like to try out peppermint, menthol, or eucalyptus. Dessert-inspired flavours are proving popular. Favourites include chocolate fudge brownie, whipped cream, banana split and creme brulee. You can ever get festive with mince pie or Christmas pudding. Traditional sweet shops have given thought to rhubarb and custard, pear drop and cola cube formulas. For those fond of a drop of liquor? Try out rum, pina colada, mojito, or beer blends. Not very adventurous? Stick with standard tobacco.

A final novelty is cloud chasing. Cloud chasers are people who like to produce the biggest, most attention-drawing cloud of vapour possible while vaping. Different vaporizers will allow these individuals to produce more vapour than your standard device. Cloud chasing has taken off so drastically, that there are even competitions for the cause being hosted internationally.

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