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The Guardian
8 hours ago
- Health
- The Guardian
RFK Jr strides into new controversy: hiking in sweltering Arizona … in jeans
Robert F Kennedy Jr has promoted contrarian ideas around issues such as vaccines but another, more sartorial, choice has also raised eyebrows – an insistence on wearing jeans while exercising. On Saturday, the US health secretary took a strenuous hike up Camelback Mountain, situated near Phoenix, Arizona. Despite the temperature rising above 90F (32C) on the morning of his hike – Phoenix hit 107F (41C) later that day – Kennedy conducted the hike in dark blue jeans, posing for pictures along the way in a sweat-drenched green T-shirt. The choice of jeans by the 71-year-old confused some of those who encountered him. 'It was about 92F, I think, temperature-wise, at that point, so very impressive for him to have done that at his age,' Matt Larson, a hiker who talked to Kennedy on the trail, told Fox 10. 'I remember thinking: 'That wouldn't be my choice of hiking apparel in this weather,' but you know, kinda a generational thing.' Larson said it was 'cool' to meet Kennedy but added: 'It is pretty risky to be hiking if you're not acclimated to our weather in the heat.' 'Bro is out here hiking that damn mountain in jeans and 110+ weather!?' one X user commented on the health secretary's post about the hike. Another wondered: 'Jeans? Phoenix? July?!?' Phoenix is known for its ferocious heat and has broken records in recent years for elevated temperatures which, like the rest of the US, are being fueled by the human-caused climate crisis. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), which is part of Kennedy's department, recommends that people drink plenty of fluids, pace themselves and 'wear loose, lightweight, light-colored clothing and sunscreen' during periods of extreme heat. Heat is one of the largest weather-related killers in the US, with more than 2,300 people dying due to swelteringly hot days in 2023 alone, although the true number may be far higher. Kennedy, though, has shown himself to be an ardent devotee of denim. The vaccine sceptic has been videoed undertaking gym workouts shirtless and wearing jeans. In May, Kennedy even waded into a contaminated Washington creek wearing jeans and no top. In photos posted online, Kennedy was shown playing with his grandchildren in the creek and even submerging himself entirely under the water. Sign up to Headlines US Get the most important US headlines and highlights emailed direct to you every morning after newsletter promotion Rock Creek, which winds through north-west Washington, has high levels of bacteria, including E coli, as it is used to drain excess sewage and storm water after heavy rainfall. As a result, city officials have banned swimming in the creek due to the dangers posed to human, and pet, health. Kennedy, who previously revealed that a parasitic worm had 'got into my brain and ate a portion of it', is known for his unusual outdoor adventures. Prior to joining Donald Trump's administration and overseeing widespread cuts to health experts and services, Kennedy divulged that he once strapped a dead whale carcass to his car roof and, separately, accidentally killed a baby bear and then dumped the corpse in New York City's Central Park to make it appear it had been hit by a cyclist. The health and human services department was contacted for comment.
The Sun
12 hours ago
- Lifestyle
- The Sun
The five-star £12 Sainsbury's jeans that ‘sit well' on curvier bodies, make bums look good and can be worn in autumn too
SHOPPERS are racing to Sainsbury's after spotting the perfect jeans in the sale for just £12 - and you can wear them from summer into autumn. The supermarket's in-house fashion label Tu is one of the best-loved brands on the high street, and is constantly wowing us with its stylish but affordable fashion. From cute dresses to on-trend work attire, the supermarket fast-fashion range always hits the mark, and its summer sale rack is no exception. One pair of jeans in particular that have caught the attention of fashion fans thanks to their discounted price are the Relaxed Denim Barrel Leg Jeans. Originally priced at £24, the jeans - in khaki or white - are now an absolute steal for only £12 in the half price sale. Describing them online, the Sainsbury's team say: "This pair of jeans come in a new season barrel leg. "Designed in a mid rise, they feature a relaxed fit for a modern silhouette. "Finished with classic pockets, belt loops and zip and button fastening." The jeans come in sizes 8-22 and have short and tall options available to suit all heights. Shoppers have already insisted they're the perfect shape for curvy bodies. They've also hailed then back pockets for making bums look peachy. And the khaki colour is the perfect transitional piece from summer to autumn wardrobes. White, too, is always a classy option in the colder weather paired with black. If these colours aren't your style, however, the jeans also come in a classic denim or taupe. But they will set you back the full £24. The jeans have quickly racked up a flurry of five-star reviews from delighted fashionistas who can't stop gushing about the flattering fit. "Love these jeans, so comfortable and easy to wear", one gushed. Someone else wrote: "Second pair I've purchased (sized down after weight loss). In sale - and bargain. Wear them nearly every day - spot on shape and on-trend. I'm in luxe women's retail - these jeans are same quality." A third echoed: "This is now my third pair of these barrel leg jeans. They are so comfortable, and I love the colours (I have them in light denim, khaki, and taupe). "I often get positive comments about them. They are true to size, and a flattering fit." A fourth said: "This fit me better than most jeans, emphasising my waist and hour glass shape. "I'm 6 ft tall and ordered the long, and they seem about the right length (as right as any jeans ever get). Have much enjoyed wearing these and looking at another colour way." "Love the style and fit. Good back pockets that make your bum look nice", a fifth chimed in. Meanwhile, a sixth added: "Very comfortable and only a slight barrel leg shape, they sit well on a curvier bod. Great wardrobe staple." But if you're not ready to give up summer fashion just yet, the supermarket's got you covered with bargains there too. Shoppers are going wild for a five-star Sainsbury's dress that's only £15, flatters pear shapes and makes curvy shoppers "feel confident". As well as being purse-friendly, the dress looks strikingly similar to the Everett Linen Dress, which is priced at £298. This makes the Tu dress a whopping £283 cheaper. And a £26 frock that's perfect for summer getaways is flying off the rails. Is supermarket fashion the new high street? DEPUTY Fashion Editor Abby McHale weighs in: The supermarkets have really upped their game when it comes to their fashion lines. These days, as you head in to do your weekly food shop you can also pick up a selection of purse-friendly, stylish pieces for all the family. Tesco has just announced a 0.7 per cent increase in the quarter thanks to a 'strong growth in clothing' and M&S has earnt the title of the number one destination for womenswear on the high street. Asda's clothing line George has made £1.5 million for the supermarket in 2023, 80 per cent of Sainsbury's clothes sold at full price rather than discounted and Nutmeg at Morrisons sales are also up 2 per cent in the past year. So what is it about supermarket fashion that is becoming so successful? Apart from the clothing actually being affordable, it's good quality too - with many being part of schemes such as the Better Cotton Initiative. A lot of the time they keep to classic pieces that they know will last the customer year after year. Plus because they buy so much stock they can turn around pieces quickly and buy for cheaper because of the volumes.
The Guardian
a day ago
- Health
- The Guardian
RFK Jr strides into new controversy: hiking in sweltering Arizona … in jeans
Robert F Kennedy Jr has promoted contrarian ideas around issues such as vaccines but another, more sartorial, choice has also raised eyebrows – an insistence on wearing jeans while exercising. On Saturday, the US health secretary took a strenuous hike up Camelback Mountain, situated near Phoenix, Arizona. Despite the temperature rising above 90F (32C) on the morning of his hike – Phoenix hit 107F (41C) later that day – Kennedy conducted the hike in dark blue jeans, posing for pictures along the way in a sweat-drenched green T-shirt. The choice of jeans by the 71-year-old confused some of those who encountered him. 'It was about 92F, I think, temperature-wise, at that point, so very impressive for him to have done that at his age,' Matt Larson, a hiker who talked to Kennedy on the trail, told Fox 10. 'I remember thinking: 'That wouldn't be my choice of hiking apparel in this weather,' but you know, kinda a generational thing.' Larson said it was 'cool' to meet Kennedy but added: 'It is pretty risky to be hiking if you're not acclimated to our weather in the heat.' 'Bro is out here hiking that damn mountain in jeans and 110+ weather!?' one X user commented on the health secretary's post about the hike. Another wondered: 'Jeans? Phoenix? July?!?' Phoenix is known for its ferocious heat and has broken records in recent years for elevated temperatures which, like the rest of the US, are being fueled by the human-caused climate crisis. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), which is part of Kennedy's department, recommends that people drink plenty of fluids, pace themselves and 'wear loose, lightweight, light-colored clothing and sunscreen' during periods of extreme heat. Heat is one of the largest weather-related killers in the US, with more than 2,300 people dying due to swelteringly hot days in 2023 alone, although the true number may be far higher. Kennedy, though, has shown himself to be an ardent devotee of denim. The vaccine sceptic has been videoed undertaking gym workouts shirtless and wearing jeans. In May, Kennedy even waded into a contaminated Washington creek wearing jeans and no top. In photos posted online, Kennedy was shown playing with his grandchildren in the creek and even submerging himself entirely under the water. skip past newsletter promotion Sign up to Headlines US Free newsletter Get the most important US headlines and highlights emailed direct to you every morning Enter your email address Sign up Privacy Notice: Newsletters may contain info about charities, online ads, and content funded by outside parties. For more information see our Newsletters may contain info about charities, online ads, and content funded by outside parties. For more information see our Privacy Policy . We use Google reCaptcha to protect our website and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply. after newsletter promotion Rock Creek, which winds through north-west Washington, has high levels of bacteria, including E coli, as it is used to drain excess sewage and storm water after heavy rainfall. As a result, city officials have banned swimming in the creek due to the dangers posed to human, and pet, health. Kennedy, who previously revealed that a parasitic worm had 'got into my brain and ate a portion of it', is known for his unusual outdoor adventures. Prior to joining Donald Trump's administration and overseeing widespread cuts to health experts and services, Kennedy divulged that he once strapped a dead whale carcass to his car roof and, separately, accidentally killed a baby bear and then dumped the corpse in New York City's Central Park to make it appear it had been hit by a cyclist. The health and human services department was contacted for comment.
Forbes
2 days ago
- Business
- Forbes
Levi's Goes Back To Its Roots To Try To Stay Current
Levi Strauss is the leading jeans brand in the world, but has had a troubled recent past. (Photo by ... More) Much has been written about the challenges facing legacy brands in today's hyper-competitive business environment. Often, the comments refer to technology companies that once seemed all-conquering and then fail to keep up with developments and find themselves outflanked. Think Nokia, BlackBerry and Intel. But retail, where customers can be especially fickle, is also highly vulnerable. Consider the recent struggles of The Gap and J Crew, to name but two former success stories that have lately found the going hard. For the jeans maker Levi Strauss, though, the challenge is especially tough since it has to balance its heritage — it claims to have invented the blue jean in 1873 — with keeping up with fashion. And it is fair to say that in recent years that has been something of a struggle. Originally listed on the stock market in the U.S. in 1971, the San Francisco-based company was taken private by the founder's family in 1985, only to return to the public market in 2019. But, whether in public or private hands and whether run by the family or professional managers, it has battled with increasing competition from both budget lines and, increasingly, premium denim brands and a perception that its customer base is made up of ageing baby boomers. However, the company currently appears to be enjoying something of a renaissance. A process of transforming the group that began under former chief executive Chip Bergh has been continued by Michelle Gass, who became chief executive in January 2024 after joining the company as president from the retailer Kohl's the previous year. Crucially, it is based on a realization that the way to move forward was to reconnect with the company's origins. It has abandoned its budget denim lines, sold the struggling chinos brand Dockers and — while it has a foot in the activewear camp through ownership of Beyond Yoga — is focusing on promoting quality denim clothing at affordable prices as epitomised by its iconic 501 brand. And the fruits of this strategy can be seen in results for the second quarter of the financial year published earlier this month. Revenue was up 6.4% from a year ago, to $1.45 billion, while margins expanded to a record 62.6% and earnings per share were up 37%. With the company's share price up more than a fifth this year, its market value is now $8.3bn, below its peak, but well up on the $5.3bn of a couple of years ago. Moreover, executives are sufficiently confident that they have raised revenue and earnings per share expectations for the full year. The global performance was matched by that in Europe where Lucia Marcuzzo has been the region's managing director since the spring of last year. An executive with more than two decades' experience in the denim sector — she was head of retail at Diesel before joining Levi's European operation, initially as vice-president in charge of retail — she is clearly proud of the strong growth 'in a challenging environment.' In an interview in London earlier this month, Marcuzzo explained the elements of the strategy and how they were paying off. Speaking in the private Haus of Strauss reception area where Levi's invites celebrities and other special customers to select personalised items, she explained that she felt being an icon and a centre of culture mattered. 'Not only mirroring the culture but contributing to shaping the culture' was a key part of building a coherent brand that connected 'generation after generation.' As evidence, she pointed to how the company had collaborated with Beyonce´, a long-time fan, after getting a hint that the company would be referenced in a song on her latest album, Cowboy Carter. Similarly, Noel Gallagher visited the Haus of Strauss to select the shirt he wore for the first of the Oasis comeback concerts. Last month, Levi's played a central part at the Primavera Festival in Barcelona. Another collaboration, with the shoe company Nike, sold out in nine minutes and forced the closure of the store in London's Regent Street. But this is about more than seeking to be cool with the young crowd. The connection with customers means that the company has more than 38 million members of its loyalty scheme around the world, with nearly 14 million in Europe. 'It's a source of insights. We learn from them what they want,' explains Marcuzzo. Although some might feel that the stores are geared too much to younger consumers, she insists that people of all ages visit them. Great effort is taken to train staff to ensure they provide good service, with a particular emphasis on giving women the service they want, while store managers are treated as if they are 'CEOs of their stores' and are able to choose which items to stock based on local demands with the aim of making them more engaged. Those that want an even more bespoke service can opt to have their jeans or jackets made to measure at one of the Lot 1 studios in London and a handful of other cities around the world. Moreover, the focus on direct to consumer that is a key part of the strategy means that the company's website is enhanced by AI and other technologies to give the customer similar advice on fit and size to that they would receive in-store. At the same time, the decision to rationalise its warehousing into one location for online and in-store sales means that there should be no delay in receiving items ordered online. That said, 60% of customers are still buying in 'multi-brand environments.' While the company is now more likely to end relationships than open new ones, it recognizes that every element has a role to play and works hard to support partners — whether large department stores such as London's Selfridges, smaller high street shops or online retailers. 'Our mindset is to have a direct connection with the customer no matter where they buy,' says Marcuzzo. Having all stock in once place also enables the company to be faster to market and to respond to information it receives from staff via its internal social media. 'We are doubling down on tools that serve the purpose of building more agility. We are pushing decisions closer to the customer and empowering stores,' she adds. In addition, the company is looking to add to its offering. The global leader in jeans, it is renowned for innovations in fabrics and colours and sees opportunities in the market for tops. It is also very much targeting women customers. No doubt with one eye on its premium competitors, it is in the autumn launching a limited edition Blue Tab line that will utilize sought-after Japanese denim to offer 'quality at an affordable price.' And there will be more, carefully-chosen, collaborations. But Marcuzzo and her colleagues on the executive team are only too aware of the harsh realities of the current business climate. 'The new norm is resilience and agility,' she says. 'While we have a strategy, we are constantly adjusting.' In keeping with this, the company has a diversified supply chain and — while the recent results acknowledged the potential impact of tariffs (with jeans specifically mentioned in the tit-for-tat between the U.S. and the E.U.) — Marcuzzo stresses that the European business does not import from the U.S.. Even here, though, she sees a potential upside. 'In times of uncertainty, people revert to brands they trust,' she says.
Daily Mail
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Tess Daly, 56, says she still fits the same denims she wore in her 20s despite not dieting - so, which slim celebs are with her in the good jeans club?
They say age is just a number, but for a few select celebrities, it feels like that number hasn't changed in years. And stars including Tess Daly and Gaby Roslin have revealed they still fit into the same size jeans they wore in their 20s. This week, Tess explained: 'I'm wearing the same size jeans I was wearing in my 20s, but that's not from dieting - it's from maintaining. 'I've never dieted, and as a mother of daughters, I've always been very careful not to demonise sugar and not count calories, and I refuse to embrace any negative connotation around food because I think moderation is key.' Meanwhile, supermodel Kate Moss, TV personality Amanda Holden, and Holly Willoughby have all been spotted recently rocking similar denim compared to when they were younger. They have all been open about their fitness routines and how they have kept their figure and youthful looks throughout the years. Tess Daly Tess recently revealed she still fits into the same size jeans she wore in her 20s - but insisted she's never been one to diet. The TV presenter, 56, said she exercises daily to maintain her core strength and said she believes she's cracked the formula to both feeling and looking great. She said: 'I will do planks in my living room every day because core strength is really important to me at my age now, plus I'm also very tall and do a lot of running around in heels, so I need to support my back.' She added that although she's now in her 50s, she feels as energetic as she did in her 20s. The former model has previously given fans an insight into the varied ways she achieves her impeccable figure, from running on the treadmill while she watches her favourite Netflix shows and morning skipping circuits to trampolining in her back garden. Tess has also credited daily yoga for both keeping her physically fit and maintaining her mental wellbeing, and shared her love for swimming. the former model has previously given fans an insight into the varied ways she achieves her impeccable figure, from running on the treadmill while she watches her favourite Netflix shows and morning skipping circuits to trampolining in her back garden. Tess has also credited daily yoga for both keeping her physically fit and maintaining her mental wellbeing, and shared her love for swimming. Amanda Holden Known for her incredible figure and style, Amanda has always been pictured wearing skinny jeans. And despite the Britain's Got Talent judge, 54, having a slim figure since she was young, Amanda previously revealed she's 'not a slave' to her fitness regime. She admitted she 'loves food too much' and ensures she sticks to her routine for her 'own discipline and dignity.' Speaking to The Times about how a 'school-gate mum' achieves and maintains her good looks, the TV personality shared the details. Amanda discussed her extensive fitness regime, revealing that she runs three to four miles a week in addition to Kundalini yoga practice and a 'Viking workout regime.' Despite her somewhat intense sounding exercise plan, she reiterates that she doesn't do it because she 'feels like she has too,' and explained the importance of balance. 'I am not a slave to any beauty or fitness regime because I love food too much. I eat cheese and butter and I love a drink. 'But the deal I struck with myself was I have to run for my rosé wine in the summer and run for my red wine in winter. And I don't do it because I feel I have to; I do it for my own discipline and dignity,' she told the publication. Amanda joked that it's 'all down hill from your 20s' but added that, like Cher, you can 'turn back time' with proper nutrition and exercise. 'I'm from a generation of women who won't [fade into the background] - we'll flaunt our bits for as long as we can. I am certainly going to - even when they're drooping down to the floor, I'll scoop them up again,' she laughed. Myleene Klass She soared to fame in the Noughties as a fresh-faced member of hit band Hear'Say and was known for showing off her figure in low-rise skinny jeans. And two decades on, Myleene Klass has reinvented herself as a fashion-forward guru, modelling an array of edgy and figure-flashing looks. Previously opening up about how she picks her outfits, the Pure and Simple hitmaker, 47, shared: 'Wear what you feel good in. 'Do not feel the pressure of what somebody may tell you you look great in, if it doesn't necessary suit you or you don't feel comfortable in it. 'Make sure that you've got that confidence in your outfit, because it just emanates from you. And put on that smile – you'll feel good, you'll look good.' Kate Moss Back in the early noughties, skinny jeans and black ballet pumps were one of Kate Moss's signature looks, and 20 years on, she still loves the look. She earned something of a party girl reputation in her youth, and was often seen hitting the club scene of London. But Kate, 51, has attempted to put her wild ways behind her - having overhauled her lifestyle to stay fit and healthy as she gets older. Speaking to the Guardian, the Croydon-born model revealed in 2018 she lost an inch off her waist in just 10 days, after taking on a clean diet and finally joining a gym. The supermodel revealed to the paper that she never used to be conscious of what she ate in her youth, but is amazed by how her detox has affected both her health and skin. Holly Willoughby pictured left in 2006 aged 25 She confessed: 'I've really noticed an improvement since I've been more 'on it' with food – like eating salads and all that stuff - I never used to really eat salads. And now I'm like, juicing!' Having always despised exercise, the beauty also finally decided to join a gym, and admitted she's 'got quite into it', against all odds. 'I've never been a gym bunny or anything like that,' she said. 'I was always, like, 'UGH', it made me feel ill, but now I've started working out, I'm really quite into it.' Revealing she even lost weight around her middle in less than two weeks, she added: 'I worked out for an hour every consecutive day for a couple of weeks and it was enough that I really started to see the benefits, which I'd never really done before.' Gaby Roslin 'Shopping in your wardrobe': Showing off her long, lean legs in the stylish number, Gaby revealed in the caption that the old pair of bottoms brought back 'vivid memories' Gaby Roslin, 61, revealed that she still owns and wears the same pair of jeans that she purchased over fifteen years ago. The revelation drove her Instagram fans wild as they praised her 'amazing figure' and ability to fit into the old pair of grey exposed zipper jeans. Gaby showed off her long, lean legs in the stylish number, which she teamed with a matching grey top. The star captioned the snap: 'Yes! Ultimate happy find #shoppinginyourwardrobe and once again the @jbrandjeans houlihans have an outing. Nothing quite as 'just right' as the originals. 'I think I bought these over 15 years ago and I remember being obsessed... We were weren't we @janebrutonuk It's funny how some items in your wardrobe bring back such very vivid memories. 'That's of course one of the joys of #shoppinginyourwardrobe The other reasons are it's good for your purse and the planet! Happy day everyone,' she concluded.
