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What is dark academia? An explainer on Gen Z’s favorite aesthetic

— Recommendations are independently chosen by Reviewed’s editors. Purchases you make through our links may earn us a commission.When it comes to a trend’s lifespan on TikTok, the clock typically ticks fast. But while countless fashion fads on the platform have come and gone in a flash, one remains among the app’s most popular: dark academia. Blending goth and prep-school aesthetics, the “#darkacademia” hashtag has been taking off since the end of 2020 and now boasts 1.8 billion views and counting. Though TikTok is a new-school social platform, the academic aesthetic has plenty of timeless, old-school pieces. In fact, you likely already have several styles in your closet that fit the viral vibe. To understand TikTok’s sartorial influence, we asked...

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Best Werewolf Movies: 20 Top Werewolf Films Of All Time

We all know that werewolves are one of the most popular monsters in movies and have been since they first appeared in cinema. They’re so popular, in fact, that it can be hard to find a good film with them in it! Luckily for you, we’ve done the work for you and compiled a list of our favorite werewolf films below. So if you’re looking for something new to watch this Halloween season or just want another excuse to spend your weekend bingeing on Netflix, take some time out of your day (or night) to check these out!   BEST WEREWOLF MOVIES What Are Werewolf Movies? The werewolf is a classic mythological creature that has been a staple of horror...

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Best Subscription Boxes for Kids

Are you trying to figure out a great birthday or holiday gift for the special child or children in your life? Gift subscriptions are a great idea! It’s the gift that keeps on giving all year long. Here are the best subscription boxes for kids! Photo by Leone Venter on Unsplash Moms, have you ever heard of subscription boxes? Basically, you pay a monthly fee and receive a box filled with goodies related to a certain theme. It could be anything from clothes and accessories to beauty products and home goods. I know what you’re thinking- “Why would I want to sign up for something like that when I can just go to the store myself and pick out whatever I want?”...

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30 Things Frugal People DON’T Do!

30 Things Frugal People DON’T Do! Living frugally isn’t as easy as what others might think. But it’s certainly achievable and most frugal people find happiness in this kind of lifestyle. Living frugally because you want to is a lifestyle choice many of us can adapt to. I was forced into becoming frugal, having lived on a mere $50 a week for 4 years. Basically we were struggling because of circumstances and I certainly don’t want to be in that same spot again. Money is difficult to come by and extremely easy to throw away. I know! Before being forced into Frugality I may have splurged on some unnecessary items. But come on, we’ve all had mum moments when we’ve...

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How I Gave My Kids a Superpower Without Even Trying

My kids are four, three, and one. We’re in the local supermarket, laying our few items on the self-service checkout. As with everything I do with three under five, this doesn’t go smoothly. A fight ensues over who can lift the chocolate biscuits out of the basket. Then something happens. A tall man with kind eyes cuts across to help me. ‘Mum,’ my eldest shouts, appraising him, ‘he looks like the Big Friendly Giant!’ ‘Please ground, swallow me up. Most parents would will the ground into swallowing up their whole family, leaving nothing but their basket. Not me. I calmly agreed and told them to be kind to the helpful giant. Now, if you think I’m irritatingly zen, you would be...

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