Dive Brief: Surprising some analysts, Rent the Runway doubled its revenue in Q1, from $33.5 million last year to $67.1 million, according to a company press release. Its active subscriber base rose 82% to 134,998 by quarter’s end, a 17% increase from the previous quarter and its highest end-of-quarter count. Gross profit rose 178% to $22.5 million, as gross margin expanded to 33.5% from 24.2% a year ago. The company’s net loss widened from $42.3 million last year to $42.5 million. Dive Insight: Before the pandemic, Rent the Runway had begun to expand its market by offering more office-appropriate options, but its momentum right now is being driven by special…
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18 Ultimate dresses for women to redefine your style statement in 2022
A bright and wide smile is the best thing you can wear; dresses come a close second. The right dress can embody your distinct style and lend you a polished look in a jiffy. They are among the most versatile wardrobe pieces that can elevate your fashion persona for any occasion. Whether you want to party, chill out on the beach, attend an event or go for a dinner date, you can always depend on a dress to carry you through. And with so many styles and designs to select from, the options can be endless. But this can pose a slight problem as well. It can leave you confused…
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One-week campaign seeks monthly gifts toward leadership development for women in ministry
The Antoinette Brown Society is launching a one-week membership drive to support the gifts of women in ministry in the United Church of Christ. The effort starts Friday, May 20 — the birthday of the pioneering minister for whom the society is named. The goal is to enlist 500 people to make recurring monthly gifts of at least $20 to support the society’s work. The campaign’s donation form is here. That work includes these current emphases, said the Rev. Tara Barber, the UCC national staffer who works with the society: Raising up clergywomen who are Black, Indigenous and people of color. Creating ministry possibilities for all who are at “the…
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Celebs Getting Hate for Maternity Shoots, Dressing ‘Too Young,’ Dehumanizes Women
Sonam Kapoor’s latest maternity shoot, snapshots of ivory and white, received a lot of love from both fans and her co-celebrities. Buried under birthday wishes and comments filled with heart emojis, however, were remarks that criticized her for a variety of things. On the one hand, she was shamed for not looking pretty enough and for baring her “tond (paunch)” — almost as if women aren’t allowed to present their bodies in designer clothes if they aren’t flaunting the on-vogue body type. Yet another picture of her lying on the beach has someone deriding the way she looks. On the other hand, Kapoor was also criticized for copying Rihanna —…
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Best pink dresses for women for summer 2022: From Zara to ASOS, M&S & MORE
June 08, 2022 – 16:17 BST Megan Bull On the hunt for a pink dress? These are the best pink dresses for summer 2022. Shop occasion dresses and picnic dresses from Marks & Spencer, ASOS, New Look, River Island & more. Last year it was all about ‘Bottega green’ and now, with summer on the horizon, fashionistas everywhere are thinking pink! The bold trend that’s taking over right now? A pretty pink dress. RELATED: Best pink bridesmaid dresses 2022: From dusty to blush to mauve to wear for every type of wedding Gigi Hadid, Kate Middleton and Nicola Peltz-Beckham love a pretty pink dress Holly Willoughby, Gigi Hadid, Kate…
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Linen Dresses for Women – Best Breathable Linen Dresses 2022
Claudio LaveniaGetty Images There are few pieces that evoke summer quite like the linen dress: Breezy and breathable, it’s one of the best wardrobe options for a warm, humid day. You likely already have a linen blazer and trousers in your rotation, but on truly swampy days when you barely want anything touching your body, a linen dress is the obvious answer. Not only is the linen dress easy to style—just grab a pair of espadrilles or slides and a cardigan or denim jacket in case of a draft—but because linen is a durable natural fiber derived from the flax plant, it’s lightweight and biodegradable. Plus, the best linen dresses…
