Lifestyle of a Fashionista

8/4/23 Volume 2 Issue 32

Five on Friday

August 4, 2023

“Rest is not idleness, and to lie sometimes on the grass under trees on a summer’s day, listening to the murmur of the water, or watching the clouds float across the sky, is by no means a waste of time.” John Lubbock

One: Summer Break

I’m taking a summer break from posting two new posts every Friday. I will continue to post the newsletter on Friday, but the first part will link to other sources. I’m working on another writing project and must reduce my blog posts.

Read more about my newsletter and break: https://lifestyleofafashionista.com/2023/08/04/summer-break/

Two: What to Watch

Netflix:

Read the full list: from Tulum and from Vulture.

Series:

Heartstopper (season two), With exams, a school trip to Paris, and prom on the horizon, Nick, Charlie, and the gang must navigate the next stages of life, love, and friendship. 

The Lincoln Lawyer (season 2, part 2), As Lisa’s trial approaches, Mickey faces doubts, setbacks, and unexpected revelations. Lorna and Cisco plan for their big day, while Izzy makes big moves.

The Big Nailed It Baking Challenge (reality), After seven seasons of eating A LOT of debatably edible treats, Nicole and Jacques are ready to up the ante and give a group of motivated but inexperienced bakers the opportunity of a lifetime. Over the course of 10 episodes, Nicole and Jacques will provide 10 bakers with every tool and resource they need to go from OH NO to PRO.

Documentaries:

Untold: Jake Paul the Problem Child (series), At 26, is Jake Paul the boxing world’s new savior or a “delusional” promoter who packs more punch in his marketing skills than in his right hand? It depends on whom you ask in Untold: Jake Paul the Problem Child, an unflinching deep dive into how a wide-eyed kid from Ohio morphed from internet sensation to most polarizing man in sports.

Mark Cavendish: Never Enough (film), Intimate and captivating, this documentary charts the meteoric rise, tragic downfall, and unbelievable comeback of professional cyclist Mark Cavendish.

Poisoned: The Dirty Truth About Your Food (film), Through revealing interviews with experts and victims’ families, this gripping documentary examines the problem of deadly foodborne illness in the US.

Movies: (read the full list in the link)

Catch up on car chases:

Fast Five
The Fast and the Furious
The Fast and the Furious: Tokyo Drift

Max (HBO):

New on HBO and Max: August 2023 from Vulture. (Read the full list of movies in the link)

Catch up on some horror:

A Nightmare on Elm Street (1984)
A Nightmare on Elm Street (2010)
A Nightmare on Elm Street 2: Freddy’s Revenge
A Nightmare on Elm Street 3: Dream Warriors
A Nightmare on Elm Street 4: The Dream Master
A Nightmare on Elm Street 5: The Dream Child
Wes Craven’s New Nightmare
The Amityville Horror (1979)
The Amityville Horror (2005)

Hulu:

New on Hulu: July 2023 from Vulture.

FX’s Reservation Dogs (third and final season premiere), Following the exploits of four Indigenous teenagers in rural Oklahoma who steal, rob and save in order to get to the exotic, mysterious and faraway land of California. 

Lollapalooza, livestreamed 8/3 to 8/6 

Disney+:

New on Disney+: July 2023 from Vulture.

Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 (2023 film)

Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures, new episodes streaming

Amazon Prime:

New on Amazon Prime Video: July 2023 from Vulture. Read the full list of movies.

More horror movies to stream:

Saw
Saw II
Saw III
Saw IV
Saw V
Saw VI

Peacock:

New on Peacock: August 2023 from Vulture.

The Super Mario Bros. Movie (2023 film)

Apple TV+:

Physical (Season 3)

Paramount+:

Mixtape (documentary film), Hip-hop is reaching a major milestone as Aug. 11 marks its 50th birthday! To celebrate, Paramount+ went back to the beginning with some of hip-hop music’s biggest names in the form of a documentary. Throughout the hour and a half presentation, you’ll get to see intimate interviews with artists including Lil Wayne, Jadakiss, KRS-One, DJ Khaled, 2 Chainz, DJ Clue, N.O.R.E. and more. Each sit down discussion will aim to travel back in time to explore hip-hop’s underground origin and the trials and tribulations that were overcome to reach its cultural overtake today. Billboard

Big Brother (reality, season 25), premieres Aug. 2 on CBS, and streams on Paramount+. Read, Meet the Cast of Big Brother Season 25, Including Some Historic Houseguests for more details.

In Theaters:

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem (comedy/sci-fi), After years of being sheltered from the human world, the Turtle brothers set out to win the hearts of New Yorkers and be accepted as normal teenagers. Their new friend, April O’Neil, helps them take on a mysterious crime syndicate, but they soon get in over their heads when an army of mutants is unleashed upon them.

Meg 2: The Trench (action/adventure), A research team encounters multiple threats while exploring the depths of the ocean, including a malevolent mining operation.

Shortcomings (romance/drama), A trio of young Bay Area urbanites–Ben Tanaka, Miko Hayashi, and Alice Kim–as they navigate a range of interpersonal relationships, traversing the country in search of the ideal connection.

Dreamin’ Wild (musical/dram), Brothers Donnie and Joe Emerson find newfound musical success after their 1979 debut album “Dreamin’ Wild” is rediscovered three decades later.

Three: What to Wear

Belt Bag:

The belt bag is perfect for all of your summer activities:

From People, Cameron Diaz Stuffed Wine Cans Into the Practical Hands-Free Bag Style Kate Hudson and Camila Cabello Wear

From PureWow, 17 of the Best Belt Bags for Hands-Free Hot Girl Walks

From Prevention, Lululemon Just Debuted a Clear Everywhere Belt Bag That’s Perfect for Summer. *Unfortunately, the clear is already sold out. There are other colors available for $38.

Four: What to Try

Take a break:

I love the quote at the top of this newsletter. I can’t remember the last time I lay down on the grass to listen to the sounds of nature. If I did that activity now, I would need bug repellent, a blanket, and plenty of sunscreen. The quote did remind me that sometimes we need to take a break. Summer is a good time of year to do this, with warmer temperatures and long days.

If you’re not a fan of outdoor breaks (or live in the heat bubble), take a break inside. Read a book, stream a favorite show, or take a nap.

There is a new trend that Gen Z is promoting on TikTok called bed rotting. It’s not a great name, but the idea is to stay in bed all day. This, like girl dinner, is not a new concept, but it might not be the best way to chill at home. PureWow asked two doctors about the trend, Gen Z-ers Are ‘Bed Rotting’—Here’s What Experts Have to Say About It

Five: What to Do

Celebrate Black Business Month:

August is National Black Business Month, an annual celebration recognizing Black entrepreneurs and their contributions to America’s economy.

Boston Black Owned Directory: https://directory.blackownedbos.com/businesses

Celebrate International Beer Day.

In Boston:

The first Italian feast: Saint Agrippina Boston

The feast takes place from 8/3 – 8/6 at the end of Hanover Street. There are food vendor, live music, and processions to start and end the feast.

Visit the Franklin Park Zoo: BOSTON LIGHTS: A LANTERN EXPERIENCE

Boston Lights is back again, illuminating Franklin Park Zoo’s 72-acres with a stunning array of all-new lanterns and lights!

Be careful when visiting: The slide at the City Hall Plaza playground is Boston’s hottest attraction.

From The Boston Globe, Video shows a Boston Police officer being launched from long slide at City Hall Plaza. He was ‘hurt’ but is fine.