Hairstylist Janet Stephens was unable to replicate a Roman statue's complex bun in the salon, leading her to solve the ancient mystery of how it worked: "I got deeper and deeper into it … it took about seven years, and my article was published in the Journal of Roman Archeology." [PDF]
Hairstyle archeologist proves crazy Roman 'dos were possible
Chinese brand in trouble for selling little kids shirts with "Welcome to hell" and "Let me touch you" prints
Chinese clothing company JNBY is in trouble for selling little kids shirts printed with a pattern of grim reaper doodles, the words "Welcome to hell" and "Let me touch you" and other creepy art. Apparently this isn't the first, er, controversial design that the company has offered. From BBC News: For example, a black coat… READ THE REST
Haruki Murakami on one of his favorite t-shirts
Record collector (and author) Haruki Murakami also has a penchant for t-shirts. Writing in the New Yorker, he comments on how he "amassed more t-shirts than I can store" and reveals one of his favorites, seen above. From the New Yorker: This T-shirt has a straightforward message: "i put ketchup on my ketchup." Now, that's… READ THE REST
Interviews with Goths, Cureheads, and Pyschobillies in 1989
In this series of 1989 interviews with the Goths, Cureheads, and Pyschobillies of Grafton street, Dublin, many boldly dressed kids are stopped and asked about their fashion sense and taste in music. Some of the people interviewed had strong opinions about being called a goth, and rejected the label. One girl, dressed in all black… READ THE REST
Save 20% this Cyber Week on a holiday-themed Advent calendar full of goodies
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We thank our sponsor for making this content possible; it is not written by the editorial staff nor does it necessarily reflect its views. Back in school, mastering subjects like calculus and French was of utmost importance. But as you go about life, adulting your way through your complex personal issues and your chosen profession,… READ THE REST
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