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Romantic Quarantine Date Nights with CUPSHE
With nonessential businesses closed and restaurants only offering carry-out and delivery, why not get dressed up and creative with date nights? Whether you’re staying in for a romantic candlelight dinner on the balcony, for an indoor picnic, or having fondue for two this is the perfect opportunity to get dressed up.
Don’t have the perfect dress for the occasion? Don’t worry, Cupshe carries designs with styles from vacation dresses to formal dresses and everything in between for less than $50. Florals, gingham, lace, and ruffles. Cupshe radiates the spring vibes onto your quarantine date night in.
For a classic girl:
PLAID SLEEVELESS MINI DRESS
Look cute and comfy in the Plaid Sleeveless Mini Dress. Dress it up or down, you can’t go wrong!
- Sleeveless
- Regular wash
- Fabric: 100% Polyester
- Pattern: Plaid
For a cute girl:
SHORT SLEEVE POLKA DOT DRESS
Cute and classic, the Short Sleeve Polka Dot Dress is as timeless as its black and white print. This faux-wrap style ties at the waist and has an asymmetrical hem that mimics a true wrap dress.
- V-neck
- Short sleeve
- Tie at waist
- Regular wash
- Fabric: 100% Polyester
- Pattern: Polka dot
For a professional girl:
CREAM WRAP V-NECK MIDI DRESS
Feel sexy and confident in this Cream Wrap V-neck Midi Dress. This dress features V-neck, long sleeve and wrap design. Wear with your favorite hoop earring and black heels and you’re ready to have all eyes on you!
- Wrap
- V-neck
- Regular wash
- Fabric: 100% Polyester
- Pattern: Solid
For an elegant girl:
FLORAL AND LEAFY PRINT V-NECK DRESS
Classic and elegant, this Floral and Leafy Print V-Neck Dress gives the vibe of feminine and casual.
- Floral and leafy
- V-neck
- Long sleeve
- Regular wash
- Fabric: 100% Polyester
For an athlete girl:
STRIPED COLLARED RIBBED DRESS
Sporty chic! This Striped Collared Ribbed Dress features a red, navy and white stripe print with a button front collar. Soft and stretchy ribbed knit for an easy fit.
- Collar
- Regular wash
- Fabric: 65% Viscose 35%Nylon
- Pattern: Striped
For a fashion icon girl:
MISTY GREEN PRINT TIE FRONT MINI DRESS
Upgrade your summer look with the Misty Green Print Tie Front Mini Dress. A ruffled hemline keeps things fun and feminine, while a plunging neckline and cut out waist add a flirty flair.
- Ruffled hem
- V-neck
- Tie front
- Hand wash
- Fabric: 100% Polyester
For a girl like me:
BLUE V-NECK BUTTONED MIDI DRESS
A classic feminine style, the Blue V-neck Midi dress will be your go-to season after season. Shirring details accentuate your curves, while the buttons let you choose how much leg to show.
- V-neck
- Buttoned
- Regular wash
- Fabric: 100% Polyester
- Pattern: Solid
About Cupshe:Founded in 2015 on the golden sands of Manhattan Beach, CA, Cupshe ( cupshe.com ) is a California-inspired swimwear brand based on the core principles of quality, style, comfort, and affordability while embracing the spirit of a fun lifestyle filled with sun, surf, and sand. What started with a few simple bathing suits evolved into a brand loved by millions of women in more than 100 countries across the globe. cupshe.com .
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Let’s Get Plant-Based! Everybody’s Doing It.
We all know we probably need to start eating more veggies. You’re looking out for your health. Maybe you’re trying to do your part for the planet. Maybe you’re going vegan after seeing a documentary—or just (trying to) swap a steak for a salad once in awhile. But where to start? Maybe the last “plant-based” memory you have is of flabby tofu or flavorless steamed…something. These days, choosing plant-based doesn’t mean bland, boring food—in fact it’s just the opposite. That’s where Plant Junkie comes in.
Bring some healthy flavor to your salads and sandwiches to mix up your food options while staying home. Quarantine days can be a new resolution for you as you spend more time at home to think about what should I cook for my family today, what do I need to do to make my kids a better diet?
Meet Plant Junkie, the newest line of plant-based condiments that are 100% plant based, vegan-friendly and delicious. Offering a variety of salad dressings and mayonnaise alternatives, Plant Junkie is dairy, egg, soy, nut and gluten-free, making Plant Junkie the go-to options for those with food allergies. Special dietary needs aside, studies show a growing desire among consumers for more plant-based products. In fact, the U.S. retail sales in this market have grown 11 percent in the past year.
Plant Junkie’s range of salad dressings feature ranch dressings made with avocado oil and vinaigrettes made with expeller-pressed canola oil. For those hungry for healthy flavors in their sandwiches, wraps and dips, spread selections include regular and chipotle lime flavors made with each type of oil.
Plant Junkie craves natural, simple and, above all, delicious plant-based options. And Plant Junkie wants everyone to get hooked. And not just because they’re better for you. Or better for the planet. Plant Junkie thinks you’ll become a Plant Junkie because they just taste better. The crunch of cool green veggies in a whoosh of spicy spread. A tangy marinade turning portobello caps into a hearty meatless feast. Drizzling a grain bowl filled with earthy chickpeas, pickled onions, fluffy rice and tender greens.
Sounds pretty crave-worthy, right? That’s your body talking! You’ve been longing to eat this way, and Plant Junkie is here to help you do it deliciously. They think after trying these spreads and dressings just once, you’ll already be thinking of your next Plant Junkie indulgence. Let’s get plant-based—everybody’s doing it.
Spreads
Folks are finally catching on—plant-based spreads just make sense. Why? Because when you use the highest-quality oils, and extract them naturally (without harsh chemical solvents), you don’t need much else. Just a bit of seasonings and a touch of spice, and you’re hooked!
Plant Junkie Avocado Oil Chipotle Lime Spread
With a blend of smoky chipotle pepper, zesty lime, and rich avocado oil—this flavorful plant-based spread brings your recipes to life.
Plant Junkie Avocado Oil Spread
This outrageously addictive avocado oil spread adds a special zip to all of your favorite dishes. The 100% avocado oil base means you don’t need much else for real flavor and creamy smoothness. Get hooked with a swoosh on your veggie sandwich!
Plant Junkie Chipotle Lime Spread
Taste the difference with garden-fresh chipotle pepper, a twist of fresh lime, and rich expeller-pressed canola oil in this flavor-packed spread.
Plant Junkie Spread
This smooth spread takes everything it touches to a whole new level of flavor and creamy richness—the perfect plant-based base for dips, dressings and more.
Dressings
Is there anything better than dunking some crunchy veg into cool, creamy ranch? What about if it was 100% plant-based, made with 100% avocado oil, and came in a BUNCH of unique flavors? Better right? Now pass those baby carrots over.
Avocado Oil Chia Ranch Dressing
Small but mighty chia seeds pack some extra nutrition into this dreamy plant-based dressing.
Turmeric & Pepper Ranch Dressing
It’s good as gold—this tangy plant-based ranch teems with the exotic flavors of golden turmeric and black pepper.
Avocado Oil Chipotle Ranch Dressing
Kick up your carrot sticks. Spice up spinach salads. Whatever you dip, drizzle or dunk this smoky stuff on, you’re sure to become a plant-based believer.
Avocado Oil Cilantro Ranch Dressing
Cilantro haters can move on. But if you love this bright, citrusy, herb…Plant Junkie got a dressing for you.
Avocado Oil Original Ranch Dressing
Original, but definitely not basic. A tangy blend of herbs, spices, and 100% pure avocado oil may make this the only Ranch you reach for.
Vinaigrettes
Plant Junkie has gotten absolutely hooked on a good vinaigrette. With the perfect balance of savory, sour, salty and sweet, these 100% plant-based babies can do it all.
You’ll love trying them in everything from gluten-free marinades to dressing up greens. And since it’s made from non-GMO canola oil extracted without chemical solvents, you’ll feel great serving it. Love is sweet—and sour.
Chili Pomegranate Vinaigrette
You’ve never tasted anything like it—smoky, sweet and tart with just a touch of heat, you’re a drizzle away from becoming a Plant Junkie.
Thai Peanut Vinaigrette
Thai cuisine has become a worldwide addiction by balancing between spicy, salty, sour, and sweet—and oh look, they’re all inside this bottle!
Plant Junkie’s products are available at Amazon.com. Before you make your decision for which one, let’s do a fun test on Plant Junkie’s website, to see how plant junkie are you?
This is me
I guess now is the time to have more plant-based foods! Let’s do it.
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Supporting small San Diego businesses
As the COVID-19 Outbreak forces so many businesses to close doors, I would love to share the following local companies with you, especially you live at San Diego as well. Many of them are currently offering discounts, free shipping.
BUBS Naturals Collagen Protein & MCT Oil Powder
Did you know MCT Oil Powder is proven to boost immunity? Based in Solana Beach, BUBS Naturals Collagen Protein is also the only NSF Certified for Sport protein on the market. So, what does that mean? It means your favorite professional teams (including the Padres) keep this stocked in the locker room for their players’ to add to their favorite drink. Add 1 scoop of this powder to your daily coffee to train like the pros! It allows your body to recover faster after tough workouts and improves the appearance and strength of hair, skin and nails. BUBS Naturals is offering FREE shipping for all customers.
PaulyJen is “the clutch re-envisioned.” This Carlsbad brand is the latest luxury fashion trend and like no other brand out there. Blowing up social media, it has been dubbed the season’s must have belt bag for its functionality – snapping on the back allows for convenience and versatility. PaulyJen designs creates options and the freedom to wear the bag as one sees fit. Designer Paulette Povar’s timeless designs are carefully made in California.
Temecula resident Sarah Komers founded Mom Culture with the belief that although each mom is unique in her own way of parenting, her core values and culture are the same. Offering thoughtful apparel, accessories and gifts made in the USA, Komers is transforming “momtality” from shame and guilt to love and support with taglines such as “Motherhood Winging It” and “Raising Tiny Humans Is Exhausting.”
Rumeur Lingerie is an intimates boutique that specializes in fit and fun! The owner, Patricia Naylor curates beautiful lingerie for day to day wear as well as all occasions. Looking your best starts at the foundation. She opened doors in the beautiful Del Mar Highlands Town Center in mid 2019 and invites you to come in for a bra fitting to find your new favorite top drawer pieces! While doors are closed due to COVID-19 right now, you can still interview Naylor, as she is a veteran who made a huge career change by launching this store.
Deena Von Yokes, Owner Studio Savvy Salon & Von Savvy Academy
Join the #ShowYourRoots campaign and support stylists by waiting to get your hair done instead of opting for a boxed dye. Deena Von Yokes is a fashion and beauty expert. She owns Studio Savvy in Rancho Santa Fe and is also a Redken stylist. After realizing her passion transcended the skills of cutting, coloring and styling and poured into the business side of running a salon, she decided to launch a new hair academy. Through this academy she teaches hair and business skills to help other women thrive in a competitive industry.
Though doors have closed due to COVID-19 concerns, Indira’s doctors are still providing tele-med calls to help residents who are concerned about their health. Indira is the authority on skin health and beauty; she runs a successful medical spa in Encinitas, California. In addition to offering state-of-the-art treatments, she serves as a business expert. Her company was thriving before she even turned 30. Indira is available for interviews.
Piperberry is a skincare company created with one single principle in mind: to provide highly effective skincare products using the latest science and the most natural ingredients possible. Piperberry uses adaptogens to help balance cortisol levels and help prevent the reduction of collagen and other signs of inflammation. They’re found in plant-based ingredients such as licorice root, sea buckthorn and holy basil. Together combined with superfoods such as antioxidant-packed berries, Piperberry’s vegan, non-toxic products work together to provide multiple skin benefits.
San Diego’s very own SOUK skincare line offers affordable products that actually work! Inspired by the Sahara Desert (you really need effective products if you live in the desert) this product line is packed with ingredients that desert dwellers rely on: argon oil, aloe and rosehip to name a few. To boost effectiveness even more, SOUK adds oil extracts and other ingredients to hydrate, nourish and protect. SOUK prices each of its masks, serums, cleansers and creams under $40 so women don’t have to compromise quality for cost. And to make this line even better, it’s always cruelty free, plus it’s environmentally conscious too, because most of its products come in glass containers that can be recycled. Kind to animals, the planet, your beautiful face and your wallet too! Now through March 30th, save 20% with code: STAYHEALTHY.
Now more than ever, our world is stressed, anxious and concerned over the spread of the Coronavirus. San Diego’s Vitality Extracts was created by a group of health and wellness enthusiasts who firmly believe in the natural healing of essential oils, diffusers and diffuser jewelry. Pure, safe, and free of chemicals, they strive to provide affordable and quality products that fit the needs of many. They believe that health comes first and want to inspire San Diegans to join their journey to better health.
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The Self-Care and Feng Shui You Need Right Now at Home
How is your work from home life going on? I have to say those people who still have the opportunity to keep working at home, you guys are the lucky ones. Thinking of the people who lose their jobs, you should totally work harder at home and do the best to cherish your work. A comfortable home office is so important, making you focus on your work and not getting distracted by your pets, kids and so many other things around you…
Intex Helps Create the Perfect At-Home Portable Office
As the working population is adjusting from working in the office to working at home, many of us have resorted to commandeering kitchen tables, sofas and beds as our new workspaces – realizing there really is only so much time we can spend in one area before we need to pack up and move to a new section of the house.
Whether moving between rooms or even to the backyard as the weather gets nicer, Intex provides a work-ready portable office with its pull-out chairs, ultra lounger and even empire chairs. It will no longer be about finding the ideal location within your home but creating the perfect location to take that conference call or to finish up that last document.
Intex Pull-Out Chair
Built for versatility, the Intex Pull-Out Chair is designed for relaxing just about anywhere, whether you are at home. Watch TV, read a book, or just relax in the velvety soft chair and then pull out the cushion into twin air mattress when you are ready to go to sleep. Inflates and is ready to go in minutes!
Weight capacity is 220 pounds. Approximate inflation time is 4 minutes. WARNING: Infants have suffocated on inflatable mattresses. Never place an infant 15 months and young to sleep on an inflatable mattress. Keep away from fire.
- Charcoal gray velvety surface
- 2-in-1 valve has extra-wide openings for fast inflating and deflating
- Folds compactly for storage
- Cup holders for refreshments
- Weight capacity: 220 lbs
- Approximate inflation time: 4 minutes
Intex Inflatable Ultra Lounge Chair With Cup Holder And Ottoman Set
Kick back, relax, and grab a beverage on the cozy Intex Inflatable Ultra Lounge Chair And Ottoman Set. This set inflates and deflates quickly and features a comfortable flocked surface material, leisurely backrest, and an ottoman. Don’t worry, a built in cup holder is there for you when you need an ice cold beverage after a long day.
It is waterproof and comprised of sturdy PVC vinyl for a long life of peaceful relaxation. It can hold up to 220 pounds. Take it camping, tailgating, or just to relax on your deck, the Intex Inflatable Ultra Lounge Chair And Ottoman Set is a great set for any room and can travel with you anywhere you decide to lounge around.
- Set includes a cozy lounge chair and ottoman
- Inflates quickly and easily
- Flocked material and angled backrest make for a comfortable seating surface
- Built-in cup holder is great for keeping your drink close by
- 2-in-1 valve with extra-wide openings for fast inflating and deflating
- Easy to wipe off and clean
- Material: Safe and durable PVC and rayon with 20.8-gauge top and sides and 15-gauge vinyl bottom
- Pump included: No
- Weight Capacity: 220 pounds
- Color: Gray
- Chair dimensions (L x W x H): 39 x 51 x 30 inches
- Ottoman dimensions (L x W x H): 25 x 11 inches
- Weight: 8 pounds
- Manufacturer warranty: 30-day warranty
Intex Empire Inflatable Chair
- Great for both indoors and outdoors
- Puncture-resistant 2-ply reinforced laminated sidewall and bottom
- Additional chamber at bottom of chair fills with water to anchor chair
- 1 Green Chair
About Intex:At Intex, everything they do centers around quality, value and family time. Their affordable products are built to last, just like the memories made by the people who use them.Intex Recreation Corp. distributes airbeds, above ground pools, spas, toys, furniture, boats and more. They’re part of a worldwide family of companies with more than 40 years of history behind them. Intex’s objective is to deliver the highest quality products at an affordable price, all designed for comfort, safety and fun. They’re proud to bring you outstanding merchandise with impeccable customer service.Intex’s vision is to be the most recognizable, trusted and innovative company in their industry. They routinely test finished products to make sure to meet their elevated standards for quality, safety and value. Intex is also committed to decreasing their carbon footprint. For over 10 years, they have worked with their supplier to reduce the amount of fossil fuels used.
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Farouk Systems, Inc. Begins Manufacturing of FDA Approved Hand Sanitizers
Popular haircare company
begins production of CHI® Organic Gardens Moisturizing Hand Sanitizer
and BioSilk® Moisturizing Hand Sanitizer with Soothing Aloe Vera
Dr. Farouk Shami, Founder and Chairman of Farouk Systems, Inc. (creators of CHI & BioSilk) and John McCall, Vice Chairman, have begun the manufacturing of CHI® and BioSilk®’s first hand sanitizer lines. The company will be donating $1 million worth of the CHI® Organic Gardens Moisturizing Hand Sanitizer to the City of Houston and they have already donated to the City of Tomball, TX. Dr. Shami is compelled to not only help his fellow Houstonians but increase production of hand sanitizer to help hospitals, hairdressers, salons and consumers have access to an FDA approved product with higher levels of alcohol. Dr. Shami has ramped up the manufacturing of the new CHI® Organic Gardens Moisturizing Hand Sanitizer and the BioSilk® Moisturizing Hand Sanitizer with Soothing Aloe Vera.
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Both products contain organic aloe vera grown at the CHI® Organic Gardens. Farouk Systems, Inc. has been growing organic aloe vera – a main ingredient used in many hand sanitizers.
According to Dr. Farouk Shami, “As a nation, we are being challenged by a world-wide pandemic. It is our responsibility as Americans, business professionals and human beings to do everything we can to help with supplying America with vital products, equipment and supplies necessary to help fight this virus. Our company and manufacturing facility are equipped to step up in any way we can to help our fellow Americans maintain some sort of protection against COVID-19 with the proper hand sanitizers. We wish you all to remain safe and healthy. May God bless all of you.”
Shami is working on production of two more hand sanitizers made with hydrogen peroxide, alcohol and glycerin and is working on antibacterial hand soap.
CHI® Organic Gardens Moisturizing Hand Sanitizer and BioSilk® Moisturizing Hand Sanitizer with Soothing Aloe Vera contain 77% by volume natural denatured alcohol along with Aloe Leaf Extract that is soothing and maintains moisture. The formula also has glycerin and a lemon-citrus fragrance. It will come in four sizes: 25oz, 12oz, 6oz and 2oz.
Orders are being accepted and will be filled on a first come first serve basis.
CHI Organic Gardens Moisturizing Hand Sanitizer
92% natural, moisturizing hand sanitizer with Organic Aloe keeps hand soft and moisturized while killing 99.99% of germs on the go!
Features:
- 77% v/v Ethyl Alcohol (Antimicrobial) to kill 99.99% of germs
- Organically grown Aloe Vera packed with essential nutrients including vitamins, minerals and amino acids along with glycerin to sooth and seal in mositure, improving the condition of the skin while moisturizing dry skin.
Available at: https://chi.com/chi-products/
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Biosilk Moisturizing Hand Sanitizer
92% natural, moisturizing hand sanitizer with Organic Aloe keeps hand soft and moisturized while killing 99.99% of germs on the go!
Features:
- 77% v/v Ethyl Alcohol (Antimicrobial) to kill 99.99% of germs
- Organically grown Aloe Vera packed with essential nutrients including vitamins, minerals and amino acids along with glycerin to sooth and seal in mositure, improving the condition of the skin while moisturizing dry skin.
Available at: https://chi.com/chi-products/
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About Farouk Systems:
Farouk Systems, Inc. is a Houston based company of hairdressers for hairdressers. They manufacture high quality professional hair care products, including industry-leading brands CHI® and BioSilk®. Farouk Systems was founded in 1986 by Dr. Farouk Shami, a hairdresser whose mission is to provide the professional beauty industry with the most advanced American technology based upon “Education, Environment and Ethics”. Farouk Systems distributes its products throughout the United States and to over 150 countries worldwide. Please visit our website at www.farouk.com and like us on facebook.com/farouksystems.
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Keep Cell Phones Cleaner After You Clean Them
There is plenty of advice on cleaning cell phones lately, but how can the threat of phone borne infections be further prevented? By putting a barrier between the cell phone, the user and all those surfaces teaming with infectious agents. It is possible to do so, and in a fashionable way.
he Coronavirus/Covid 19 virus outbreak now places an emphasis on cleanliness, especially for anything that comes close or in direct contact with eyes, noses or mouths. Cell phones touch all three every time a user answers or makes a call. Even after cell phones are cleaned, they will pick up more contamination unless a layer of protection is added. The ‘Save The Girls Touchscreen Purse’ provides such a barrier and does it with style.
Tami Lange, an entrepreneur, invented a solution for cell phones with the ‘Save The GirlsTouchscreen Purse.’ The purse allows users to have full function of their cell phones while it is safely stored inside Lange’s stylish invention. The user will keep their cell phones off of restroom counters, sinks, toilets, floors, and anywhere that germs and viruses congregate. Lange’s purses were brought to market late in 2017 and already sold over $4.2 million.
The advent of the global Coronavirus/Covid 19 pandemic now inspires people, who want to do as much as they can to remain healthy and contain the spread, to clean everything in their homes, vehicles and offices with renewed vigor and that includes their cell phones. The screens on cell phones are a gross, septic stew of germs, viruses and even fecal matter.
Bacteria and Cell Phones
According to State Food Safety (an online food safety and certification site) there are 25,127 bacteria per square inch on the average cell phone. Compare that number to the following:
- Toilet seat: 1,201 bacteria per square inch
- Kitchen counter: 1,736 bacteria per square inch
- Pet food dish: 2,110 bacteria per square inch
- Checkout screen: 4,500 bacteria per square inch
- Doorknob: 8,643 bacteria per square inch
“The cell phone has three times more germs on it than a doorknob and nearly 20 times more than even a toilet seat,” Lange said. “I can’t imagine putting my face next to a doorknob, never mind the toilet.” Save the Girls Touch Screen Purses can be found is some 2,500 retail locations throughout the USA. To find the nearest store visit www.savethegirls.com.
Shop Lulu’s!
Stylish and serious, this is the perfect going-out purse! It’s lightweight and very cute, decorated with a small tassel and featuring a chain strap. Its clear backing allows for texting, answering calls, and performing normal touch screen functions right through the back of the purse. The purse also has an extra pocket for credit cards, money, or car keys. Guaranteed to fit your phone or your money back!
Features:
- Compatible with smartphones up to 4 inches wide and 6 3/4 inches tall
- Protective, see-through touch screen window allows you to make calls, answer texts, and peruse social media
- Pockets for keys, credit cards, money, and other small items
- Shockproof, lightweight, and stylish
- Middle pocket
- Made of durable faux leather
- Removable strap can be adjusted to any length between 29 inches and 60 inches
Dimensions:
- Interior dimensions: 6.75 inches x 4 inches x 1 inch
- Exterior dimensions: 7.25 inches x 4.5 inches x 1.5 inches
All pocket sizes are a minimum of 4 inches wide by 6 ¾ inches high.
The Save The Girls Origin Story
With two of her daughters ruining their phones (one lost on a trail and the second from accidentally throwing it in the wash) and then seeing her sister in law with breast cancer, pulling her phone from her bra, Lange decided to find a solution. She came up with a touch screen purse where women can text, talk, scroll social media, all while the phone is secure in a stylish purse. The idea for the ‘SaveThe Girls Touchscreen Purse’ was born.
About Save The Girls
Save the Girls is a purse company with a unique design which allows owners to use their cell phones to text, answer calls and other smartphone functions while still in their purse. Women who own a purse from Save The Girls can carry their phones everywhere, in a safe, fashionable purse.
