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3 modern places of worship that will change the way you think about religious space

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When you think of religious buildings, you usually envision ornate, Romanesque churches, stately Shinto temples, or something grand like the Sagrada Familia in Barcelona.

But nowadays, places of worship are taking pages from the books of modern architects. Tadao Ando's Church of Light, shown above, integrates the outside world into a place of worship by hewing a cross-shaped window in the walls. And other similarly contemporary religious buildings are winning awards and praise for their design. 

Here are a few remarkable religious spaces that made it to the shortlist of the World Architectural Festival's finalists this year.

SEE ALSO: See inside the 'Bone Church,' the chapel that turned over 40,000 human skeletons into artwork

The Amhult Church sits in the center of a Swedish village by the same name.



Its windows are scattered around the wall, giving it a playful, asymmetrical design that offsets the orderliness present in the rest of the church.



The reception area is lined with stone walls and wood ceilings.



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This robot can make sushi in a matter of seconds

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As robots get more advanced, they will likely take over many jobs in the future — including those of sushi chefs.

For a sneak peak at this impending automation, look no further than a new creation from robotics manufacturer Kawasaki. The robot can make sushi in under a minute.

First spotted by Gizmodo, the video shows a miraculous bot that assembles nigiri, the traditional type of sushi in which a piece of raw fish sits on a little ball of rice.

One robotic arm — on the right in the video below — clinches the sides of the pressed bundles of rice and moves completed nigiri pieces to a wooden block. The arm on the left picks up tubes of wasabi and squeezes a little bit onto the rice. It also picks up a small vacuum, which it then uses to lift up the fish and place it on the rice.

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In the video, the robot is working inside the company's showroom, which opened in Tokyo on August 5. Businesses or people who are thinking about buying a Kawasaki robot can test them out there, or just check out a demonstration.

Although this isn't the first sushi-making robot, it's a fascinating example of what food preparation might look like in the future.

Check out the full video below:

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Here's how to make the national cocktail of Brazil — the caipirinha

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Brazil's national cocktail, the caipirinha (kai-per-REEN-ya) is the perfect drink to cool down with this Olympic season.

For those who have never tried a caipirinha before, it tastes similar to a daiquiri, which is made with rum, sugar and lime. What sets the caipirinha apart is that it uses raw sugar as well as the Brazilian liquor, cachaça (ka-SHAH-suh). Cachaça is made from fermented sugarcane juice that tastes fresher and fruitier than rum.

Learn how to make this simple and refreshing drink below.

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The 11 best habits for being happy and successful that people have stolen from others

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Some of our best habits can be those we pick up from other people.

We see someone with a particular routine that makes them happier or successful, and we try to emulate it. It doesn't always work, but sometimes it catches on and becomes part of our everyday lives.

A recent Quora thread asked users for these habits: the ones they stole from others and then kept doing. The responses ranged from well-worn wisdom to the delightfully offbeat. But they all served to enrich the life of the person who ended up adopting them.

We went through and found the 11 best ones that might apply to your life. Here they are:

Drinking coffee black

"A man I had just met at the party challenged me on the dissonance between my preference for drinking IPA's, bourbon, and Cabernet Sauvignon, eating rare steak, and loving hot peppers and my daily choice to pollute my coffee with milk and sugar...

This stranger at the party dared me to drink my coffee black for a week. He bet me that if I could pull that off, that I would never go back to drinking it any other way...

"The taste is superior: somehow more visceral and legitimate. I've lost 5lbs entirely from making that switch in my morning habits, my energy level is up across the board."

-David Wilkerson



Never "snoozing" the alarm

"I used to really struggle waking up in the mornings. Hitting “sleep” a bunch of times, never getting to do everything I want to do in the morning, and sometimes sleeping through class.

One day, my best friend, who I admire very much, told me something he does. The minute his alarm goes off, he literally jumps out of bed. Jerks his body out of bed and gets up.

That’s it. Since then, I haven’t had a problem getting up. Now I’m used to it, and I start every single day like I want to be here."

-Jack Henson



Buying quality shoes

"Previously, I used to purchase any cheap shoes off the rack, especially sport shoes, which I generally wear everyday. My shoes generally don't last very long as I have a wide foot, and I just ended up buying a new pair after 3-4 months.

Over a few trips abroad, my dad made me purchase a good pair of (expensive) rugged Merrell shoes and later a customized pair of (again expensive) Asics running shoes, just like him. He told me not to worry about the price, as these would be great shoes and would work for me for the next few years.

And I could already feel the difference."

-Karmanya Singh



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The 20 best US cities to live in if you love to try new food

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Trying new cuisines is one of the best things about traveling to foreign places. But depending on where you live, you may not even have to leave your neighborhood to indulge.

In a new report from online real estate database Trulia ranking the 20 most diverse dining destinations in America, we discover that some US cities have enough culinary culture to last a lifetime.

To compile its ranking, Trulia gathered data from Yelp on the total number of restaurants and types of cuisine (Thai, Caribbean, Chinese, Polish, Italian, etc.) in the 100 largest US metro areas. Additionally, as an indication of a booming culinary scene, Trulia took into consideration the amount of money people spent eating out at restaurants versus the amount spent at grocery stores. After combining all metrics, each metro area was given a final score out of 100 (read the full methodology here).

Perhaps unsurprisingly, large metro areas in California — the second-most ethnically diverse state in the country with more Latinos, Asians, and American Indians than any other state — took five spots on the list, including the top three.

Read on to check out America's 20 most diverse dining destinations.

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20. Houston, Texas

Final score: 61.9

Restaurants per square mile: 1.24

Types of cuisine: 83



19. Raleigh, North Carolina

Final score: 62.0

Restaurants per square mile: 0.87

Types of cuisine: 64



18. Miami, Florida

Final score: 64.0

Restaurants per square mile: 2.41

Types of cuisine: 74



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4 ways millennials can survive and thrive in New York City

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Between artisanal cocktails, rainbow bagels, and endless career opportunities, New York City is a younger person’s dream — and can be a very expensive one. To make it a reality, millennials have to be financially savvy and make some sacrifices. 

We talked to Christine Amorose, author of a successful blog about living in the city she's called home for the last four years, to get some firsthand ideas on thriving in New York City on a budget. 

“The biggest thing for me was to let go of the movie dreams of living in New York City — the gorgeous West Village apartment, all-day brunches, and shopping on Fifth Avenue,” she says. 

If you’re a millennial living (or hoping to live) in New York, Amorose suggests the following to help you navigate the city without breaking the bank.

Apartment hunting

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Between the soaring rent prices, broker fees, and questionable listings, finding a place to live in New York can feel like a full-time gig. 

According to a recent report by StreetEasy, the average rent for a studio or one bedroom in New York City is $2,500. However, the averages by borough vary: $2,800 in Manhattan, $2,150 in Brooklyn, $1,800 in Queens, $1,300 in the Bronx, and $1,238 in Staten Island.

Millennials can explore less popular neighborhoods in Manhattan as well as the outer boroughs and be willing to have at least one roommate; they may also need to adjust their expectations. Consider the trade offs: a larger apartment for a longer commute, more time researching to avoid a broker’s fee, or a dishwasher over a washer and dryer. Doing the work to find a more affordable place will help your savings in the long run.

Getting around the city

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Your MetroCard should be your ticket (literally) to getting around the city. The subway system is extensive, convenient, and far more affordable than other transportation options. A single ride is $2.75, and a monthly unlimited pass costs $116.50. If you prefer a healthier option, take advantage of a bike share program. You can rent by the hour, or opt in for an annual membership.

Many people get into the habit off taking a cab or an Uber out of convenience, and that adds up quickly. Consider this: Instead of spending $15 on a cab every day, you can invest the extra $105 per week into your 401(k).

Dining out and nightlife

Drinks

If you’re not eating well in New York City, you’re not doing it right. But with the inflated costs, dining out every night isn’t sustainable — and you shouldn't put more toward margaritas than retirement.

A prix fixe tasting menu at Gramercy Tavern is $125, plus $85 for a wine pairing. A cocktail at The Dead Rabbit will set you back $16.

But it’s possible to eat (and drink) well without going overboard. A late night slice of cheese pizza at Joe’s Pizza is only $2.75. Instead of doing a $30 bottomless brunch at Fonda or Poco, fill up on dim sum in Chinatown — Jing Fong and Golden Unicorn are some favorites. 

Dive bars are also an easy way to save on food and beverages. Amorose recommends The Commodore in Williamsburg, Brooklyn for its $10 fried chicken sandwich.

For an outdoor experience, Amorose suggests the beer- or wine-only line at Shake Shack in Madison Square Park. "You can just eat and drink outside underneath the Flatiron building instead of paying extra to be in a courtyard bar,” she adds.

Entertainment

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New York has plenty of entertainment options, but many of the most popular attractions will cost you.

A visit to the newly-opened Whitney Museum costs $22. A ticket to "Hamilton" can cost as much as a paycheck. "Sleep No More" will set you back around $100.

However, it’s possible to make the most of living in the city while still setting aside a chunk of every paycheck. Take advantage of the free parks and public spaces — like Central Park, Brooklyn Bridge Park, the High Line, and the Brooklyn Botanic Garden, which is free on Tuesdays and Saturday mornings.

The MoMA offers free admission every Friday evening, and the Metropolitan Museum of Art and American Museum of Natural History are donation-based. There are also free concerts year-round in the city. And if you really want to see "Hamilton," try the lottery

Living in New York City can be a great experience, but you have to be diligent about where you spend and save. After all, the money saved on food and drinks, your apartment, and entertainment can be put toward your future — even long after you may have moved away.

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There's a simple trick to looking your best in smartphone photos

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Have you ever taken a selfie, looked at it afterward, and thought, That's not even what I look like!

The problem was likely wide-angle distortion, the property of smartphone lenses (and other superwide cameras) that renders their subjects a bit odd-looking and cartoonish.

Fortunately, there's a simple way around the problem if you understand a bit about the optics of these devices.

Here's what you need to know:

SEE ALSO: Billions of people have the same favorite color and number, and scientists don't know why

Here's the thing: Looking like a normal human being in photos is hard.

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And smartphones don't make it easier.



Manufacturers build them with super-wide-angle lenses that can stretch and distort your face in unflattering ways.

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8 things you should always buy with a credit card

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Credit cards often get a bad rap.

"There is no positive side to credit card use," personal finance guru Dave Ramsey wrote on his website. He has a good point, as our consumer-driven society makes it incredibly easy to spiral into credit card debt.

However, advantages to credit cards include the purchase and fraud protection they offer, and the fact that using them allows you to build the credit required for major purchases in the future, like a home or car. There are some situations when it's smarter to choose credit over debit — as long as you pay your bills on time, that is.

Now that that's out of the way, use your credit card responsibly for these eight types of purchases: 

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Kathleen Elkins contributed to this story.

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7 startups revolutionizing the travel experience

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For active business owners, using their precious free moments to plan a vacation and think through the logistics of travel almost defeats the purpose of taking the trip. 

Fortunately, a number of startups are transforming the travel industry — from how people pack to where they eat — and ultimately making travel easier, more accessible, and more enjoyable than ever before.

Here are seven startups that are making a difference.

1. Hello Scout

Instead of bombarding friends with questions about where to go and what to do in your destination city, try Hello Scout, a mobile app that functions as a travel and adventure concierge platform. 

You'll be linked to a local expert who will recommend and book personalized activities, rentals, and logistics to craft the best trip ever. Chatting through Hello Scout is free, although a small tip is included when something is booked.

2. Grab

If a fresh cup of coffee or custom sandwich are part of your airport experience, Grab should definitely be in your regular rotation of travel apps.

The e-commerce platform has partnered with American Airlines to leverage POS integration to connect travelers with airport restaurants, retailers, and other service providers. Users can view menus, gauge wait times, and place pre-paid orders, meaning there'll be no waiting in line to pick up your pre-flight snacks and purchase. 

3. TripIt

Never dig for a car rental or hotel reservation confirmation email again with TripIt, a mobile app that stores all your confirmation emails and automatically creates a master itinerary. You can access the itinerary from any mobile device and share it with anyone who needs to know.

The app is free, but you can upgrade to TripIt Pro ($4.09 per month) for additional features, such as fare refund notifications and an ad-free experience.

4. unPack

One of the biggest pains of traveling is packing and unpacking your luggage, especially if you need to repeat the process each and every time you land.

If your trip involves more than one destination, unPack is a service that sends clothes, gear, and even toiletries to your hotel curated based on the destination. You can also leave everything behind when you move on so you'll have less to carry.

5. BonAppetour

Interested in dining like a local? It doesn't get more local than actually dining at a local chef's home.

BonAppetour is a platform that connects travelers with unique home restaurants and dining experiences around the world, such as a pasta-making workshop in Barcelona or a seasonal dinner in Nairobi.

6. RootsRated

For the outdoor adventurer traveler, RootsRated is a new platform that connects users to the best hiking trails, running routes, swimming holes, and more, all handpicked by local experts and outdoor retailers.

It's easy to filter by destination as well as activity (e.g. fishing, white water paddling, skiing, etc.) to get the important facts, like a hike's difficulty and whether or not a trail is dog-friendly.

7. EatWith

Just because you're traveling alone doesn't mean you have to eat alone.

With more than 500 hosts across 150 cities worldwide, EatWith is a platform that invites people into local homes for a meal. It's a great way to meet other travelers and locals alike, while experiencing amazing, home-cooked cuisine.

These startups are moving the needle for the travel industry — and that's great news for business owners. They're saving time spent on packing, creating new dining opportunities, making the airport experience more convenient, and much more. 

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8 ways I trick myself into waking up early to go to the gym

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Back in March, I signed up to run a half-marathon; partly out of a desire to challenge myself, mostly on a whim.

As the October race day looms closer, the amount of time I need to dedicate to running has ramped up. I quickly realized that if I wanted to adequately train for my race and maintain any sort of social life, I needed to make morning workouts a habit. 

Heading to the gym or lacing up for a run isn't always what I want to do first thing in the morning — especially in the heat of August — so I took a cue from my Business Insider colleague, Libby Kane, and found several ways to trick myself into getting up early to work out

I can't guarantee that they'll work for you, but here are eight ways I motivate myself to get out of bed and break a sweat.

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I make getting up early a routine — even if I don’t go to the gym

The combination of getting up before the sun and having to push through a tough workout is daunting. So I made getting up early routine. On days I don’t have gym plans, I still try to wake up at the same time and meet friends for breakfast, enjoy quiet mornings at home, or even head into work early. Since I’m already used to rising early, it’s one less obstacle to face on mornings that call for a workout.



I tell myself I only have to run one mile

The mental block of how hard my workout will be often discourages me from getting up. If I’m dreading running hills or finishing a difficult spin class, I’m more likely to hit snooze and “accidentally” run out of time to complete it. So I tell myself I only have to make it one mile — a 10-minute workout, tops. Once I’m up and actually exercising, I rarely stop after only a mile, but telling myself I’m allowed to does the trick to get me started.



I incentivize myself with good music

If I find a new (or new-to-me) song that fits in with the weird, curated mix of emo, hip-hop, and bubblegum pop that motivates me to run, I download it to my exercise playlist and only let myself listen to it there. The prospect of new music gives me something to look forward to while I work out — especially if I know it’s the only place I can finally hear the song I’ve had stuck in my head for two days.



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41 million Americans could be putting themselves at risk for permanent eye damage — and it's largely preventable

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When people ask me why I don't wear contacts, I typically come up with some excuse to avoid admitting the truth: Sticking a plastic device directly on the fragile mucous membrane surrounding my cornea terrifies me.

But it does, and it's the reason I've always felt A-OK just wearing glasses.

A new report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention makes me feel a little justified in my fear of contacts, despite the fact that they're largely safe and effective — at least when worn correctly.

The report builds on previous findings from 2014, when the CDC found that more than 99% of the contact lens wearers they surveyed reported at least one behavior that put them at risk for an eye infection. Forty-one million Americans don't share my fear, opting to use contacts on the regular.

According to the new study, which looked at 1,075 reported infections related to wearing contacts, many of these infections can lead to long-lasting damage. On the bright side, they're typically preventable.

Here are the main findings:

About 1 in 5 reports included someone who'd had a scarred cornea, needed a corneal transplant, or had reduced vision.

Roughly 20% of the reported infections included someone who'd had severe problems with their cornea, the eye's clear front dome. The cornea plays a key role in clear vision and has a remarkable capacity to recover from most minor nicks. But an infection — like the ones described in the CDC's report — can damage the cornea's deeper layers, making it tough to completely heal.

In some cases, corneal damage can also cause scarring, which can distort your vision. When the scarring is severe, you may need a corneal transplant, which involves swapping part of your cornea with tissue from a donor.

More than 1 in 4 reports mentioned contact lens habits that are known to increase the chance of getting an infection.

While these problems sound severe, most of them are potentially preventable. For example, the report found that many users reported sleeping in their contact lenses when not prescribed and wearing lenses for longer than the prescribed period.

"Contact lens wearers can reduce their risk for contact lens-related infections by improving their hygiene behaviors, such as not sleeping in contact lenses unless prescribed and replacing their contact lenses as prescribed," the report says.

So next time you get up to put on your contacts, remember — you're putting in a medical device, and you should handle it with care.

Here are some simple tips for good contact lens hygiene:

1. Wash your hands before handling your lenses.

2. Completely replace yesterday's contact solution.

3. Wear your contacts for only as long as they're prescribed.

4. Rinse your lens case with contact solution and wipe it out with a clean towel after every use.

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Ikea is selling a $169 mini-kitchen designed for tiny apartments

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Ikea's 2017 catalog, unveiled August 15, is full of space-saving furniture for tiny apartments. 

One such item is the Sunnersta, a free-standing, bare-bones kitchenette.

The $169 unit features a sink, faucet, small counter area, shelf for a mini refrigerator, and rods for hanging containers, tools or plants. You can also add on the $30 Sunnersta utility cart for extra shelving, or buy additional storage bins for non-perishables.

The white, lightweight kitchenette would be ideal for studios, tiny houses or in-law units that don't have room for full kitchens. The only major drawback is, of course, that it doesn't include an oven.

For that reason, the Sunnersta is geared toward someone who prefers not to cook, or who prefers Seamless over making homemade meals.

ikea mini kitchenTiny living seems to be a theme for Ikea this year. The catalog spotlights modular sofas, minimalist standing desks, and lightweight storage systems.

The kitchen, along with the other items in the new catalog, will come to US stores this fall.

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I tried the popular 'capsule wardrobe' and whittled my closet down to just 30 items — here's why I'm never looking back

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In the 1970s, London boutique owner Susie Faux coined the term "capsule wardrobe" to describe a minimal wardrobe composed of 30 to 40 high-quality, versatile items that will meet your needs for a given time amount of time.

Wearing only a fraction of your closet is supposed to reinforce the idea that you can be happy with less — plus, you'll save money in the long run buying fewer, quality clothes and skipping the mediocre items, Faux writes on her blog.

Out of curiosity — Are 30 items really enough for a season? Will it force me to dress better? How much truth is behind the mantra, 'dress for success'? — I decided to give it a whirl. I started small, eliminating 75% of my clothing for a month, to start.

But 30 days on a "capsule diet" wasn't nearly enough. Here's how I did it, and why I'm sticking with my 30-or-so items and never looking back.

SEE ALSO: I spent a month doing as many free things as I could in New York City — and I barely made a dent

Putting the capsule together was painless

The size of your capsule is highly personal, Faux explains, and there are no strict guidelines when it comes to building your mini wardrobe. I drew inspiration from Caroline Rector of Unfancy, who chooses 37 items for each three-month long season, and whittled down my congested closet to 30 items — 21 of which I ended up wearing for the next month. The other nine are still hanging and will likely be worn over the next month and a half before starting my "summer capsule."

As Rector suggests, I took every single piece of clothing out of my dresser and closet and laid it on my bed before building my capsule. I considered the last time I had worn each item — if it was over six months, it immediately went into the storage pile. If I didn't love it, it also went straight to storage.

The next criteria were practicality and versatility. I read that you should opt for neutral colors, since they're easier to mix-and-match, and for March in New York, I tried to choose as seasonally appropriate pieces as possible.

Building the capsule was surprisingly quick and painless — it was as simple as choosing my favorite clothes and packing everything else in a spare suitcase. The 30 items I settled on included:

• 5 pairs of shoes

• 3 pairs of pants, 1 skirt

• 2 coats, 1 rain jacket, 1 blazer, 1 cardigan

• 3 dresses, 1 romper

• 5 blouses, 3 sweaters, 2 tees, 1 button down, 1 tank

Note that the capsule does not include workout clothes, jewelry, accessories, pajamas, and underwear. For a more detailed (and fashion-forward) breakdown of what types of things to include in your capsule, check out Rector's guide.



It saved time and energy in the morning

I quickly found that choosing what to wear to work each day became infinitely easier, simply because I had so few clothes to choose from. It was also nice knowing that I couldn't really go wrong with my decision — after all, I filled my capsule with my favorite, highest-quality items.

What's more, simplifying the "What do I wear today?" conundrum meant I was expending less energy on mundane decisions.

After all, there's a scientific reason some of the most successful people wear the same outfit day in and day out (think: Mark Zuckerberg and his signature gray tee-shirt, or Barack Obama and his blue or gray suit). It helps them avoid decision fatigue.

As Obama told Vanity Fair in 2012, "You'll see I wear only gray or blue suits. I'm trying to pare down decisions. I don't want to make decisions about what I'm eating or wearing. Because I have too many other decisions to make."



I dressed better

I'm not a slob, but I don't take much more than 10 minutes to get ready in the morning — and that can sometimes translate into questionable ensembles.

When downsizing, I didn't just choose necessities — I chose my favorite and best necessities, meaning I was "limited" to high-quality clothes that fit me well. The entire experience reminded me of that feeling you have post-shopping spree, when you're irrationally excited to wear your new favorite purchases and consequently, end up wearing them day after day.

Plus, "Dress for success" is more than a catchy motto. As Business Insider's Dennis Green writes, "Studies have shown that wearing nice clothes in the office can affect the way people perceive you, how confident you're feeling, and even how you're able to think abstractly."

In one study, "Those dressed poorly (in sweatpants and plastic sandals) averaged a theoretical profit of $680,000, while the group dressed in suits amassed an average profit of $2.1 million. The group dressed neutrally averaged a $1.58 million profit," Green reports.

I didn't see an immediate financial return on my clothes, but it was nice to have an arsenal of "power outfits" at the ready. As Faux notes, "Your capsule wardrobe is designed to make you feel confident."



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This is why the Rolex Submariner is the ultimate luxury sport watch

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The Rolex Submariner might be the most famous watch in the world. Known officially as the "Rolex Oyster Perpetual Submariner," it debuted in 1953 and has been continuously improved ever since. In the 1950s, you could get one for $150, but the watch now retails for around $8,500. 

Prior to switching to Omega, James Bond wore the Rolex Sub. The timepiece has adorned the wrists of countless adventurers, dignitaries, captains of industry, and even actual divers, for whom the watch was designed. It is perhaps the best example of a tough "tool" watch becoming a luxury icon. 

Its toolness has never been compromised, however. You could buy one today, wear it to work at the office all week and then beat the daylights out of it on the weekends and it wouldn't complain. The Sub's automatic movement isn't as fancy as some other high-end watches, but it's basically bulletproof. And Sub's hold their value spectacularly well (although some critics consider it to be the most overpriced watch in existence). In the past decade, vintage Sub's have also become highly collectible.

It a true classic of modern horological design, often emulated but never equaled — or surpassed. Here's what makes the watch so great:

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Inside the incredible cliffside Hawaii mansion Justin Bieber vacationed in for $10,000 a night

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Justin Bieber recently rented a Hawaiian property called Water Falling Estate for two weeks at a rate of $10,000 a night, TMZ reports.

The estate, which sold for $5.7 million at an auction in 2014, boasts "a 450-seat tennis/basketball stadium, a 250 million-gallon Olympic infinity pool with a high dive and two-story water slide," and a helicopter landing pad, according to The Hawaii Tribune Herald.

The mansion stands on a cliff overlooking several waterfalls and the Pacific Ocean, and its listing on Concierge Auctions reveals some spectacular photos of the property. It can also be rented on Home Away.

Check out the opulent vacation home Bieber stayed in:

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The 9.44-acre property stands atop a cliff on Hawaii's Hamakua Coast.

Source: Concierge Auctions



The estate was once a macadamia nut plantation, but now it boasts an Olympic-size pool, a multipurpose athletic court ...

Source: Concierge Auctions



... a helicopter pad on the mansion's roof ...



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