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7NEWS
6 days ago
- Business
- 7NEWS
Vinnies launches e-commerce store for shopping second hand items from the comfort of your home
After over a century of in-store shopping, Vinnies is making its move online. Launching May 29, Vinnies Finds is a fresh new digital platform where shoppers can browse and purchase more than 30,000 pre-loved items across mens and womens fashion and accessories — from anywhere in the country. Shopping second-hand is continuing to grow in popularity, and Vinnies is making it easier than ever to source rare, one-of-a-kind items from the comfort of your home. With new arrivals dropping every, each item to land on site has been thoughtfully chosen by staff and volunteers at Vinnie's Stanmore warehouse. Like all in-store purchases, online orders will go straight to supporting Vinnies' important community programs across NSW. We've already been scrolling through the site and have cherry-picked our favourite finds. Vinnies is a go-to for thousands of shoppers across NSW, with a whopping 220 retail outlets in the state alone. 'The new curated online store complements our bricks-and-mortar locations, offering customers the flexibility to shop in person or online,' says Yolanda Saiz, CEO of the St Vincent de Paul Society NSW. 'As shopping habits evolve in the digital age, our move online ensures Vinnies remains relevant and accessible. Today's consumers are seeking convenience, sustainability, and style, all in one click,' she explains. 'Going digital allows us to reach a wider crowd and keep up with the growing demand for eco-friendly options, all while giving pre-loved clothes a second life.' Thanks to the easy-to-navigate website, Vinnies Finds have even curated collections for shoppers to browse through. There's Staff Picks, Old Favourites and even trends like 'Double Denim' and 'Office Siren' for those in the market for a fashion-forward piece. At Best Picks, we're loving the fact that you can filter through brand name, making finding your favourite fashion labels much quicker. 'By donating to Vinnies, you're not only giving your pre-loved items a new life but also supporting a sustainable and circular economy, all while helping those in need,' Yolanda explains. 'The proceeds from these sales directly fund Vinnies' programs and services, supporting thousands of vulnerable individuals and families across New South Wales each year.'
7NEWS
27-05-2025
- Lifestyle
- 7NEWS
The best-selling skin, hair and makeup products that have become viral sensations
If you've seen the viral glass-like hair trend or Olay's 'face-lift in jar', then you know there are some seriously impressive beauty products on the market right now. As winter approaches, we're busy trying and testing these popular formulas to see if they live up to the hype. From game-changing serums that banish dryness, to sold out cleansers, these highly-rated products are being sought-after by shoppers across the country. Here at Best Picks, we've compiled a list of some of the viral skin, hair and makeup products that are worth every cent. 1. Esmi Minerals Hyaluronic Hydrating Serum, $65 Jules Sebastian can't get enough of this serum, saying 'If your face just KNOWS winter is coming and the dehydration has already kicked in, you have to try the viral Hyaluronic Hydrating Serum!' Formulated with niacinamide vitamin B3 for skin repair and oil regulation, this serum is a best-seller from the brand. Increases hydrating by 25 per cent within two hours — it's a must have as we head into winter. 2. Clarins Fix' Makeup Spray, $52 Clarins new Fix' Make-Up Spray is a hydrating and protective setting spray and was most recently spotted in Rihanna's makeup artist's kit. Designed to lock in your makeup while refreshing and soothing the skin, the formaula contains Clarins' plant-based Anti-Pollution Complex to help protect against environmental stressors and blue light exposure. Simply spritz over your finished makeup for a 24-hour hold. 3. Nude by Nature Natural Mineral Cover Powder Foundation, $42.95 If you're on the hunt for a natural-looking foundation with skin-loving ingredients and added SPF — we've found it. Nude by Nature's loose mineral powder foundation is a bestseller, delivering a satin radiant finish to all skin types, including oily and sensitive. Shoppers have given it a 4.7-star rating on Nude by Nature's website, calling it, 'the perfect formula.' Always read the label and follow the directions for use. 4. Sibling Skincare Future Bright Vitamin C Serum, $99 This fast-absorbing, fragrance-free vitamin C serum from Sibling Skincare is being labelled as the ultimate dupe for SkinCeuticals Vitamin C (which happens to be $150 more expensive). Promising to hydrate and soothe the skin, it delivers a powerful blend of antioxidants and skin-soothing ingredients to target hyperpigmentation, redness, and dullness. You'll want to be quick though because the brand has sold out every time since it launched the serum in April of last year. 5. Skin Endless Glow Luminous Face Oil, $59 Beloved Aussie-made brand body launched a brand new skincare range — and it sold out in just four days! But you'll want to pop your name on their restock list so you can get your hands on the gorgeous products on offer, including the sought-after Endless Glow Luminous Face Oil. Shoppers have given it a 5-star rating on website, saying they ' absolutely love the feeling of it.' 6. Wella Professionals Ultimate Smooth Range, from $54 The brand-new Wella Professionals Ultimate Smooth Range will give you the glass hair of your dreams — all from the comfort of your home. Offering a glossy, shiny finish to strands, the range includes a shampoo, conditioner, hair mask and serum. Loved by the masses, Wella took their stardom to another level when they created the incredible hair looks on the runway at fashion house ALÉMAIS Resort 2026 runway in Marrakesh. 7. Olay Super Collagen Peptides Soft Moisturiser, $34.99 OLAY's Super Collagen Peptides Soft Moisturiser is being hailed by shoppers as 'a facelift in a jar.' The powerhouse formula gets to work in just seven days, delivering seven times plumping power and 25 more collagen peptides compared to previous formulas. It's the highest concentration of collagen peptides in any Olay product to date, and is currently on sale for $34.99 at Chemist Warehouse (usually $69.99).
Wales Online
17-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Wales Online
Nobody's Child fans save £36 on 'playful' and 'pretty' summer dress in brand's 30% off sale
Nobody's Child fans save £36 on 'playful' and 'pretty' summer dress in brand's 30% off sale The Alexandra midi dress from Nobody's Child is a 'top pick' amongst shoppers thanks to its tiered skirt, puff sleeves and flattering silhouette Nobody's Child's Pink Puff Sleeve Tiered Alexandra Midi Dress is included in the brand's spring sale which sees up to 30% knocked off (Image: Nobody's Child ) As a fashion writer who is a big fan of eco-conscious brand Nobody's Child, when it launches a sale I am amongst the hundreds that race to the website to see what impeccable deals are in store. And with summer on the horizon, I've found a gorgeous dress in one of this season's must have colours that will work for swanky events as well as casual Sundays - and it has £36 off. The brand launched its 30% off Spring Picks a few weeks ago and has continued to trickle in some jaw-dropping deals since, including its Pink Puff Sleeve Tiered Alexandra Midi Dress, which can be dressed up and down effortlessly and has been reduced from £120 to £84. With a similar shape to the brand's best-selling silhouette, Starlight, Alexandra features a similar waist panel that is figure flattering and v-neck that lends itself well to showing off a bold or dainty necklace. Read more: Shoppers hail Next's £34 linen trousers in six colours as 'cool and comfortable' Read more: Women praise energy-boosting protein shake with '75 health benefits' Coming in a dusky rose pink hue - which is always regarded as one of summer's most wanted colours as it is appropriate for all events from weddings to baby showers to christenings to birthday bashes to a day out in the beer garden - the Alexandra dress is still available in all sizes from 4 to 18. The dress' A-line skirt is in line with a number of trending shapes on the market thanks to its tiered style as well as puff sleeves that add a bit of romance and drama. For example, Roman's Pink Abstract Print Shirred Waist Maxi Dress features a similar A-line skirt and separates the tiers with lace detailing. It also shares a V-neckline while its sleeves are more of a flutter style. Nobody's Child Pink Puff Sleeve Tiered Alexandra Midi Dress £120.00 £84 Nobody's Child Buy Now on Nobody's Child Product Description The Pink Puff Sleeve Tiered Alexandra Midi Dress is a lovely option for summer with a tiered maxi skirt and puff sleeves. Boden's Amara Embroidered Jersey dress, £120, is another option that has a fabric tie waist to cinch in the figure - plus it comes with pockets. For those who love a drop waist skirt, as opposed to tiered, Next's Pastel Blue Floral Sleeveless Drop Waist 100% Cotton Crew Neck Midi Dress is a lovely option that is feminine with its floral pattern and timeless. Plus, it's on the cheaper side at £30. However, the tiered Alexandra midi dress is proving to be popular among shoppers. It's been a trending product on the brand's website. Article continues below While the dress hasn't received any reviews, as is standard on the Nobody's Child website, the brand's fabric quality is always raved about, with one five-star shopper on TrustPilot writing: "I absolutely love Nobody's Child clothes. They are one of the few companies making high-quality items these days. The designs are beautiful, too. They arrive quickly, and returns are always hassle-free." The only issue some customers have noted is sizing can sometimes be off. One three-star reviewer shared their experience and said: "The dresses themselves are beautiful, but I agree that the sizing is inconsistent. I have three dresses, two a size 10 and one a size 8. My size 8 is the biggest, and I can barely fit into one of the size 10! It's insane." To ensure this doesn't happen, the brand does have a size guide on its website for each product.
Winnipeg Free Press
09-05-2025
- Sport
- Winnipeg Free Press
Edmonton Oilers leave Las Vegas with 2-0 lead in series against Golden Knights
LAS VEGAS – The Edmonton Oilers' sixth straight playoff win was their steepest and scrappiest of the half dozen. In Thursday's 5-4 overtime victory over the Vegas Golden Knights, Edmonton lost the special-teams battle, turned the puck over multiple times to start overtime, couldn't produce an OT winner during a five-minute power play and the dynamic duo of Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl was held off the scoresheet until they combined for the winner. 'It wasn't pretty. Not pretty at all,' McDavid said. The Oilers nevertheless take a 2-0 lead from T-Mobile Arena back to Edmonton in their second-round series. Game 3 is Saturday at Rogers Place. 'It means nothing if we're not ready to go at home,' McDavid said. 'Two good efforts here, but it means nothing if we're not ready to roll for Game 3.' For the first time since 2017 in Anaheim, the Oilers won two road games to start a series, although the Ducks won that second-round matchup in seven games. The Oilers were already the first NHL team to win five straight playoff games coming from behind. Edmonton gave up the first goal again Thursday for the seventh time in eight games. Working in Edmonton's favour was depth scoring and goaltender Calvin Pickard's best game of the six he's started since replacing Stuart Skinner after Game 2 of the first round against the Los Angeles Kings. Pickard's 28 saves included multiple high-danger chances for Vegas, including three in a row to start overtime when the Oilers couldn't get out of their own end. 'Not too often after a game where a goalie lets in four goals, you're raving about how well he played,' Oilers head coach Kris Knoblauch said. 'Tonight, the amount of good quality chances that we gave up, Picks, he stole one for us.' Vasily Podkolzin and defenceman Jake Walman scored their first NHL playoff goals for a 2-1 Oilers lead early in the second period. Edmonton foot soldiers Victor Arvidsson, with two assists, Podkolzin and Mattias Janmark were Edmonton's most effective trio early in the game. 'Our depth has been for the most part carrying us through these playoffs and they're the reason we're in this spot right now,' Draisaitl said. Darnell Nurse and Evander Kane also scored, but the Oilers couldn't shut the door on the 2023 Stanley Cup champions in regulation time with leads of 3-1 and 4-2. The Golden Knights converted two of four power play chances into goals. Top defenceman Alex Pietrangelo scored the third-period equalizer after sitting out Game 1 with illness. 'I felt we outplayed the Oilers for the most part of the game and deserved a better fate,' Golden Knights head coach Bruce Cassidy said. Edmonton didn't score on three power play chances, including a five-minute advantage in OT when Nicolas Roy served a major for cross-checking Trent Frederic in the face. 'I thought Picks held us in,' McDavid said. 'I thought we were fortunate to find a way to be up two a couple of times there. Didn't close it out. We'd like to score one on the power play there. Five minutes. Not our group's best, but found a way.' The Oilers also escaped without a penalty when Arvidsson got his stick under the legs of Brayden McNabb, who slid heavily into the boards. Cassidy said referee Gord Dwyer was 'looking at it. He blew it. He missed the call.' 'I don't know what else to say. I mean, it's a can-opener trip,' Cassidy continued. 'It's a dangerous play. It's all those things, but it didn't get called, so you got to keep playing.' Knoblauch separated McDavid and Draisaitl into different lines for a few shifts in the third period to prod their production. Their collaboration in overtime was electric. Winnipeg Jets Game Days On Winnipeg Jets game days, hockey writers Mike McIntyre and Ken Wiebe send news, notes and quotes from the morning skate, as well as injury updates and lineup decisions. Arrives a few hours prior to puck drop. McDavid vaulted over the stick of Golden Knights forward Jack Eichel to feed Draisaitl on a two-on-one at 15:20 of the extra period. 'Not our best, not my best, but we found a way,' McDavid said. 'That's what we get paid to do, paid to score goals in big moments.' Added Knoblauch: 'When you've got elite talent, those game breakers, they just need a moment or an opportunity to make that play. Not too often they're quiet for an entire game, and don't show up on the score sheet. Tonight when we needed them the most, they made the heck of a play there.' Edmonton won six straight playoff games for the first time since 2006, when the Oilers lost the Stanley Cup final to the Carolina Hurricanes in seven games. This report by The Canadian Press was first published May 9, 2025.
Vancouver Sun
04-05-2025
- Sport
- Vancouver Sun
Edmonton Oilers put some 'special' back into lackluster special teams
Article content The only thing special about the Edmonton Oilers special teams to open the NHL playoffs was just how especially bad they were. Article content Article content Remarkably non-existent, in fact, to the point where it left you wondering why they even bothered showing up for the post-season in the first place. Article content If you don't have a power-play putting points on the right side of the board, and a penalty kill that can keep points off the wrong side, then you're not going to last very long. Period. Article content Article content Take last year's Oilers, for instance. They took a special-teams-powered trip all the way to the finish line, Game 7 of the Stanley Cup Final, with a second-ranked power play of 29.3 per cent, while their penalty kill stole the show at a 94.3 per cent pace that was as close to perfect as it gets, allowing just four goals on 70 opportunities across 25 playoff games. Article content Article content Fast-forward to this year, and it took them all of two games to eclipse that total, allowing five goals in their first 111 minutes of post-season play. The struggle is real. Article content And it cost the Oilers losses of 6-5 and 6-2 to fall behind 0-2 to the Los Angeles Kings in what was shaping up to be a disappointing early exit on the heels of the longest run you can take a spring ago. Article content They were 0-for-4 on the power play, and 5-for-10 on the penalty kill before the power play showed up in Game 3, going 2-for-2 in a 7-4 victory, while allowing goals on both man-advantages for L.A. Article content But Edmonton's penalty kill showed up in full force, going 3-for-3 in a 4-3 overtime win in Game 4, while the power play cashed in twice on three opportunities in a performance echoing last year's team. Article content Article content The Oilers went a solid 1-for-3 on the power play and 4-for-5 on the penalty kill over the next two games to win the series in six. Article content Article content They head into Round 2 against the Vegas Golden Knights on Tuesday (7:30 p.m., Sportsnet) with a power play sitting eighth overall at 28.6 per cent, and a penalty kill ranked dead last of all playoff teams at just 41.7 per cent — a full 20 percentage points behind the next-worst team, for reference. Article content But things have certainly turned a corner since,, with the power play back on track (5-for-8 over the past four games) and a penalty kill that has allowed a single goal on eight opportunities over the past three games. Article content 'I thought it started with the kill just getting a little bit desperate,' said Oilers captain Connor McDavid. 'Picks (Calvin Pickard) made some great saves on there, I thought the kill did a great job. I thought the power play ultimately ended in a pretty good spot, maybe it didn't look that way or feel that way, but we capitalized when it mattered.
