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Carter’s, Inc. (NYSE:CRI) Q4 2022 Earnings Call Transcript

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Carter’s, Inc. (NYSE:CRI) Q4 2022 Earnings Call Transcript February 24, 2023

Operator: Welcome to Carter’s Fourth Quarter Fiscal 2022 Earnings Conference Call. On the call today are Michael Casey, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer; Richard Westenberger, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer; Brian Lynch, President and Chief Operating Officer; and Sean McHugh, Vice President and Treasurer. After today’s prepared remarks, we will take questions if time allows. Carter’s issued its fourth quarter fiscal 2022 earnings press release earlier this morning. A copy of the release and presentation materials for today’s call have been posted on the Investor Relations section of the company’s website at ir.carters.com. Before we begin, let me remind you that statements made on this conference call and in the company’s presentation materials about the company’s outlook, plans and future performance are forward-looking statements.

Actual results may differ materially from those projected. For a discussion of factors that could cause actual results to vary from those contained in the forward-looking statements, please refer to the company’s most recent annual and quarterly reports filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission and the presentation materials posted on the company’s website. On this call, the company will reference various non-GAAP financial measurements. A reconciliation of these non-GAAP financial measurements to the GAAP financial measurements is provided in the company’s earnings release and presentation materials. Also, today’s call is being recorded. And now I would like to turn the call over to Mr. Casey.

Michael Casey: Thank you, Shannon, and good morning, everyone. Thank you for joining us on the call. Before we walk you through the presentation on our website, I’d like to share some thoughts on our business with you. Another historic year is behind us. It was our third in a row. In 2020, Carter’s worked its way through a once-in-a-lifetime global pandemic and retained a higher level of profitability than most in our peer group. In 2021, we saw a strong recovery and achieved record profitability, driven by structural changes in our business and unprecedented government stimulus that supported families with young children. And in 2022, a 41-year high in inflation drove a surge in gas prices and food prices, slowed the economy and demand for our brands.

2022 got off to a good start. Early in the year, we saw high single-digit growth in our comparable retail sales through February. This time last year, our wholesale customers were placing their orders several weeks early to mitigate the risk of supply chain delays caused in part by port congestion. We expected 2022 would be a continuation of the strong post-pandemic recovery that we began to see in the prior year as consumers came out of COVID isolation had access to vaccines and began to reconnect with families and friends. By the spring of 2022, it became clear that inflation was not transitory. Inflation peaked at over 9% in June and continue to weigh on consumers in the balance of the year. When we updated you on our progress in October, we widened the range of our fourth quarter sales and earnings forecasts.

Our guidance reflected the uncertainty of forecasting holiday demand given the historic level of inflation and its impact on families with young children. Thankfully, we achieved our fourth quarter sales and earnings objectives. We saw stronger-than-planned demand in our wholesale and international segments. In our Retail segment, our comparable retail sales were down about 13%, at the midpoint of our guidance for the quarter. We were comping up against a strong fourth quarter the prior year, which was the first holiday season in the post-pandemic period. In the fourth quarter, we achieved a mid-single-digit price increase, which fully offset higher product input costs. Improved price realization enabled each of our three business segments to achieve a double-digit operating margin in the fourth quarter.

During the pandemic, we made structural changes to our business that helped us drive that margin performance including a reduction of low-margin product choices, closure of less productive stores, opening of higher-margin stores, investments in inventory management and pricing capabilities, a reduction in promotions and improved price realization. At year-end, inventories were up 15% better than we forecasted with better than forecasted earnings and inventory levels cash flow for the year was also better than we expected. For congestion on the East Coast and West Coast has largely cleared. As a result, our supply chain performance improved meaningfully in the final months of the year. For the first time since the pandemic began, we launched our new spring product offerings on time and in full.

We believe those on-time deliveries provided a much better experience for consumers as they began shopping this year. Demand for our brands improved sequentially each month in the fourth quarter with improved supply chain performance, we have better mix and the level of inventories over the Thanksgiving and Christmas holiday shopping periods. We stepped up promotions in December to work down prior season inventories. And as a result, we are entering 2023 in a better-than-planned inventory position with a higher mix of our new product offerings. Early selling of our new spring products is off to a good start. Our sales and earnings in January were better than last year and better than we forecasted. Traffic and sales slowed in our retail segment in February comparable sales are down less than 5% quarter-to-date.

January and February are two of the lightest months of the year by comparison March is one of the largest months of our year in terms of sales and earnings contribution. When we update you again in April, we’ll have March results and Easter selling which will give us a clearer view of how the young children’s apparel market and our business is trending this year. For the year, our sales in 2022 were down about 8%, and I think it’s fair to say that historic inflation weighed on families with young children by at least 8% last year. Carter’s target consumers are women and men in their late 20s and early 30s. This is typically a time in their lives when many marriages occur and family formation often begin shortly thereafter. These women and men are earlier in their careers, just starting out together and working hard to make ends meet.

Our target consumers’ household income is about $75,000 a year. We believe this segment of the population has been particularly hard hit by inflation, it’s a time in many young family’s lives when they are living paycheck to paycheck and they’re not alone. It was reported last year that nearly two-thirds of Americans were living paycheck to paycheck. That’s a historic high. In 2022, we expected a more challenging comparison to our record profitability in the prior year, driven in part by the post pandemic recovery in 2021 and government stimulus payments. While we did not expect were the combined effects of the absence of that stimulus and the surge in inflation. Our retail segment was the largest contributor to our sales and profitability last year, our Retail segment achieved a 15% operating margin, driven by better price realization and productivity improvements.

In 2022, our retail sales and profitability were weighed down by a 10% decrease in comparable retail sales. Our retail profitability was also impacted by higher ocean freight rates and inventory provisions. In 2022, we saw the best comparable sales in our mall store locations. The lowest comps were in outlet centers. As we’ve seen in years past, when gas prices surge, the outlets are most affected given their distance from densely populated areas. Our Southeast region outperformed the other parts of the United States our stores in the Midwest appear to have been most affected by weaker economic conditions. And our stores in tourist locations had a strong recovery last year with positive comparable sales as many families brought up on long-delayed vacations.

In 2022, our wholesale sales decreased 4%, reflecting lower demand from Carter’s brand customers, including department stores, club retailers and off-price retailers. Each group of retailers reduced orders when consumer demand slowed and inventory backed up last year. We also saw a higher rate of order cancellations last year from our wholesale customers due to late deliveries from Asia. Understandably, as consumer demand slowed last year and their inventories grew to higher-than-desired levels our wholesale customers canceled orders for our planned shipments that were running late. In 2022, our international sales grew to over 14% of our total sales. This segment of our business was least affected by the government stimulus in 2021 with sales down only 2% last year.

We saw lower demand in Canada driven, we believe, by inflationary pressure on consumers, similar to our experience in the United States. We also saw lower demand from some of our multinational wholesale customers who curtailed inventory commitments given the slowdown in demand they experienced last year, most notably in Europe. We saw growth in Mexico and with smaller wholesale partners representing our brands in over 90 countries. For 2023, we are forecasting lower sales and earnings. We expect to see the largest decrease in sales in earnings in the first half this year with decreases heavily weighted to the first quarter. We’re comping up against good growth in our U.S. wholesale and international sales in the first quarter of 2022. We expect our trend in sales and profitability to improve beginning in the second half of this year.

In the second half of last year, we experienced unusually high wholesale order cancellations caused by late deliveries from Asia. We also saw a suspension of replenishment orders in the second half last year which helped our wholesale customers reduce elevated inventory levels caused by the unexpected slowdown in consumer demand. With better on-time shipping performance in a better inventory position this year we expect wholesale order cancellations will return to historically low levels. We are also forecasting lower product costs and ocean freight rates, which we expect will contribute to growth in our second half earnings. For the year, the largest decrease in demand in 2023 is expected from our U.S. wholesale customers with wholesale sales planned down about 10% this year.

The largest decreases are expected from our department store customers and off-price retailers. We have also temporarily suspended shipments to Buy Buy Baby given the challenges they are currently working through in their business. Our exclusive brand sales are planned down slightly this year, which we believe reflects conservative planning by those retailers rather than higher than desired inventory levels. We have visibility to our inventory levels in the Wholesale segment with the benefit of significant order cancellations and suspension of replenishment orders in the second half last year. Our wholesale customers have a better level and mix of inventories as they begin 2023. Our U.S. retail sales are planned down about 6% this year. That’s in line with the projected decline in the young children’s apparel market.

Nearly 70% of young children’s apparel is purchased in stores. Our stores are the number one source of new customer acquisition. We plan to open over 50 new co-branded stores this year. Since the pandemic began, we have been closing more low margin stores upon lease expiration and opening new higher margin stores in high traffic centers. Since 2019, we have closed over 100 low margin stores, which has reduced our retail sales by over $100 million in improved profitability by over $10 million. Our new stores opened in 2022 and 2023 are expected to contribute about $40 million in sales this year with high-teen operating margins. Our stores increasingly provide a higher service level to online shoppers, including the same day pickup of digital purchases.

In 2022, 35% of our online transactions were supported by our stores up from 28% the prior year. These are margin accretive transactions and they drive traffic to our stores. In the years ahead, we expect our stores will support a higher percentage of our online transactions. eCommerce continued to be one of our highest margin businesses driven in part by our low return rate. Net of exchanges, our online return rate last year was about 3% that’s a fraction of the apparel industry return rate. We believe our low return rate is an indication of the strength of our product offerings, compelling value proposition, and consistently good experience, consumers have with our brands. Our international sales this year are planned comparable to last year growing to 15% of our total sales in 2023.

Consistent with our experience last year, we are expecting growth in Mexico. We’re making good progress opening larger co-branded stores in Mexico. We plan to open 12 stores this year and expect to more than double our square footage in Mexico in the years ahead. Our wholesale partner in Brazil, Riachuelo opened its 48th Carter store this past year and is planning continued store expansion this year. We expect sales in Canada will be slightly lower this year. That said, we’ve seen our competitors in Canada downsize this past year. As they downsize, our marketing team is focused on acquiring their customers, which may further strengthen our number one market share position in Canada this year. Our international wholesale sales are also expected to be slightly lower this year.

We’re planning lower sales in the Middle East, Central America and Europe, those decreases are expected to be largely offset by growth in Brazil and Argentina. Collectively, our international wholesale customers outside of North America contributed over $100 million in sales last year and those sales were margin accretive. Assuming continued moderation and inflation, improving consumer confidence and growth in the economy, we are forecasting a return to more stable growth in our business beginning in 2024. Prior to the pandemic, Carter’s achieved 31 consecutive years of sales growth and during the market disruption over the past three years, we believe Carter’s achieved top quartile operating margins relative to our peer group. In the years ahead, we believe our growth in sales will be driven by the growth of our exclusive brands selling through the most successful retailers in the world Target, Walmart, and the Amazon.

Our exclusive brands are traffic drivers to these retailers and provide product to offerings, which are complementary to the private label brands. Last year, our marketing and sales teams worked collaboratively with Target and Walmart to refresh our branding in their stores in on target.com and walmart.com. Every week, over 100 million people shop in Target and Walmart stores. We expect that consumers shopping for young children’s apparel will now see a stronger presentation of our Carter’s brand in those stores in the years ahead. Our new eco-friendly Little Planet brand for babies and toddlers is growing ahead of plan with our wholesale customers. Little Planet is one of our more innovative product launches in recent years, utilizing organic cotton and recycled materials to provide a beautiful and sustainable product offering for families with young children.

Little Planet is sold through Target, Kohl’s, Amazon, and Babylist, as well as through our retail and international segments. Sales of our Little Planet brand doubled last year and the wholesale distribution of Little Planet is expected to expand from less than 500 doors last year to over 1,500 doors in wholesale this year. We expect that our growth in the years ahead will also be driven by new store openings. Given our progress with improved price realization, more attractive store opening opportunities in the United States are now available to us. As our competitors downsize given challenges in their businesses, we plan to capture those new market opportunities with what we believe are the best looking and most profitable stores in young children’s apparel.

We believe our stores enable the success of our eCommerce business last year. U.S. eCommerce sales were 37% of our total U.S. retail sales, and as we grow our physical brand experience, we expect to extend the reach of our brands in new markets and further improve the convenience of shopping in our stores and online. In international markets, we expect our growth will be driven through new omni-channel capabilities in Canada and Mexico, expansion through our wholesale partner Riachuelo in Brazil, and growth with other wholesale customers representing our brands in over 90 countries through over 1,200 points of distribution and 100 websites globally. In recent years, we’ve improved our marketing capabilities, including leveraging our loyalty and credit card programs to better understand and service consumers through more personalized marketing.

We expect that these new capabilities will also be used to extend the reach of our brands to an increasingly diverse demographic through our multi-cultural marketing initiatives. And with a nearly 40-year high-end weddings last year, many delayed during the pandemic. We expect that the favorable trend in birth that began during the pandemic may continue in the years ahead. Baby apparel represents over 50% of our total apparel sales. It continued to be our strongest performing product offering last year with sales down only 3%. Our Carter’s brand has the number one market share in newborn baby apparel with over 5 times the share of our nearest competitor, and we believe it is uniquely positioned to benefit from a favorable trend in births. We expect that our profitability in the years ahead will be driven by a higher mix of omni-channel sales, a better mix of higher margin stores, and a greater concentration of our wholesale business with fewer, better and growing retailers.

We expect our profitability will also be driven by improved pricing and inventory management capabilities and a favorable trend in product costs and ocean freight rates, more effective brand marketing and continued return of capital through share repurchases. In summary, we achieved our fourth quarter objectives. Near-term, we expect sales and earnings will be affected by persistent inflation, which continues to weigh on consumer demand and is causing more conservative inventory commitments by our wholesale customers. We expect that the trend in our sales and earnings will improve in the second half this year and we expect more stable growth thereafter as inflation moderates, the global economy improves and consumer confidence rebuilds. Given the near-term pressure on sales, we are reigning in discretionary spending this year and focused on margin preservation and cash flow.

We expect to generate over $300 million in operating cash flow this year, which we believe supports our planned investments in e-commerce capabilities, store growth, distribution capabilities and related technology investments. We made good progress with our return of capital initiatives last year, including $300 million in share repurchases. We plan to continue distributing excess capital to our shareholders this year. Over the past 10 years, we’ve distributed $2.8 billion of excess capital through dividends and share repurchases, which represented over 100% of our free cash flow during that time period. We believe Carter’s is the best-in-class in young children’s apparel. Our Carter’s brand is sold in over 20,000 points of distribution globally and on the most successful websites for young children’s apparel.

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Our Carter’s brand is the best-selling brand online in North America together with our wholesale customers, the online retail sales of our brands last year exceeded $1.2 billion. Carter’s is a market leader. No other company in young children’s apparel has the scope of product offerings, depth of relationships with the winning retailers and a long track record of success for many years, serving the needs of multiple generations of consumers. We believe we’ve weathered historic market disruptions in recent years better than most, and we are well positioned to benefit from the market recovery in the years ahead. I want to thank our employees throughout the world, who enabled a stronger than planned fourth quarter and for their commitment to help Carter’s achieve its growth objectives this year.

Richard will now walk you through the presentation on our website.

Richard Westenberger: Thank you, Mike. Good morning, everyone. Beginning on Pages 2 and 3 of our presentation materials, we’ve included our GAAP P&Ls for the fourth quarter and full year period. Page 4 summarizes adjustments to our GAAP results for the fourth quarter and fiscal year for both 2022 and 2021. I draw your attention to two items in particular. In the fourth quarter of 2022, we recorded a non-cash pre-tax charge of $9 million to adjust the carrying value of the Skip Hop trade name. This adjustment is due to lower forecasted sales and earnings for the Skip Hop business, in part due to changes in its wholesale customer base, including recent developments regarding the outlook for Buy Buy Baby. Earlier in 2022, we recorded a $20 million pre-tax charge related to the early repayment of debt, which we raised in the early days of the pandemic and fortunately proved to be additional liquidity, which we did not need.

This information is included for your reference, this morning, I will speak to our results on an adjusted basis excluding these items. On Page 5, we have some overall metrics for our performance in the fourth quarter. Net sales were $912 million, a decline of 14% versus last year. Sales exceeded our previous guidance due to stronger than planned demand in our U.S. wholesale and international businesses. Our retail and wholesale businesses in the U.S. accounted for most of the sales decline versus last year as high inflation continued to weigh on consumer spending and many of our wholesale customers took aggressive action to manage their inventory positions. Our fourth quarter earnings also exceeded our prior guidance reflecting higher sales, good management of spending, and a lower tax rate.

Q4 operating income was $119 million, representing a 13% operating margin, which was comparable to the prior year. Adjusted EPS of $2.29 was down only slightly from last year as lower interest expense, the lower tax rate and lower shares outstanding largely offset the decline in operating income. On Page 6, we have a bit of a scorecard on how we performed in the fourth quarter relative to what we thought was possible when we updated you on our last call in October. Overall, our consolidated sales, profitability and cash flow were well above the objectives we set forth in October. Our full year performance is summarized on Page 7. Our 2022 sales and profitability declined versus 2021, reflecting the adverse effects of inflation on consumer demand and on a number of elements of our cost structure.

Despite what proved to be a very challenging environment in 2022, we were pleased that we achieved a full year adjusted operating margin of 12.1%. We use operating margin as a key metric in evaluating the performance of our business and as Mike said, we believe 12% represents top quartile performance among the peers we track. Moving to Page 8, we have our P&L for the fourth quarter. As I mentioned, net sales declined 14% to $912 million. We were pleased with our continued progress in pricing, which was up about 5% overall given what turned out to be intense promotional activity by many of our competitors across the industry. Our adjusted gross margin held in well versus last year down 80 basis points. Year-over-year gross margin benefited from a higher mix of U.S. retail sales and the absence of spending on air freight, which we incurred a year ago to expedite delayed product.

Higher costs related to e-commerce shipping and higher ocean freight rates continued to weigh on gross margin in the quarter. We saw continued improvement in the performance of our supply chain as we move through the second half of the year. While transit times from Asia remain elevated congestion at both east and west coast ports has eased considerably. We’re seeing lower spot prices in the transportation market and expect to see a benefit from a decline in these costs beginning in the second half of 2023. Expenses were well controlled in the fourth quarter. SG&A declined $59 million or 16%. Despite lower sales, we achieved 80 basis points of leverage on spending versus last year. The decline in spending was driven across a number of areas, but most notably lower performance based compensation, marketing and lower distribution and fulfillment costs.

Adjusted operating income in the quarter was $119 million, representing an adjusted operating margin of 13%, which as I mentioned earlier was comparable to the prior year. Below the line, interest in other expenses were $6 million lower than 2021, principally due to the retirement of $500 million of pandemic related senior notes in the second quarter. Our effective tax rate was 20.2% in the quarter compared to 21.5% in the prior year. The lower rate in 2022 reflects in part a lower mix of earnings generated in the U.S. Our weighted average share count was meaningfully lower than a year ago due to our share purchases in the past year. On the bottom line, adjusted diluted earnings per share were $2.29 nearly comparable to $2.31 in the prior year.

Our full year P&L is included on Page 9 for your reference. We’ve made a number of changes in how we run the company during the pandemic, better focusing our product assortments, improving price realization and managing inventories more effectively driven by these changes and in part by the unprecedented amount of government stimulus we achieved record profitability in 2021. Our sales in each of our business segments declined in 2022 with our U.S. retail business accounting for the largest share of the decrease. Again, full year adjusted operating margin was 12.1% compared to last year’s record of 14.4%. Weighing on profitability in 2022 were meaningfully higher ocean freight rates, which proved to be an industry wide issue this past year, higher inventory provisions and fixed cost deleverage due to lower sales.

These headwinds were partially offset by continued progress in improving realized pricing, lower provisions for performance based compensation and the benefit of closing low margin stores and significantly less spending to expedite product from Asia via air freight. On Page 10, we summarized some highlights of our balance sheet and cash flow. Carter’s continues to have a very strong balance sheet. Total liquidity at year end was over $900 million, including over $200 million in cash on hand and the vast majority of our $850 million revolving credit facility available to us. Our leverage is low 2.6 times on a lease adjusted basis, which provides us with significant financial flexibility and is a distinct advantage in the current environment.

Q4 ending inventory was $745 million up 15% year-over-year and I’ll speak more about inventory in a moment. We generated over $300 million of operating cash flow in the fourth quarter, bringing our full year operating cash flow to $88 million. Full year operating cash flow declined versus last year due to lower earnings, higher inventory and changes in the timing of vendor payments. We are forecasting strong operating cash flow in 2023 of over $300 million as inventory levels are planned to decrease, particularly pack and hold inventory. Lastly, we returned $418 million to shareholders in 2022, comprised of $118 million in dividends and $300 million in share repurchases, which represented 9% of shares outstanding at the beginning of 2022. Turning now to Page 11 with some additional detail on inventory.

The 15% increase in year-end inventory was less than we had forecasted. Throughout 2022, we took action to better align our inventory with the trend changes we saw in consumer demand and to respond to higher order cancellations from wholesale customers, which were also responding to weaker than planned demand. One such action was to pack and hold some inventory that we determined we would sell in the future beyond the season for which it was originally intended. We employed this strategy successfully in response to the demand decline, which occurred during the pandemic. Our pack & hold inventory at the end of 2022 was approximately $100 million comprised mostly of fall and winter 2022 product, which we expect to sell in 2023. During the pandemic, we sold through about the same level of pack & hold inventory at good margins and we’re anticipating similar favorable results again this year.

The quality of our inventory overall is strong. We entered 2023 in a better position than a year ago with less prior season carryover and an improved mix of new product. Our forecasts reflect lower year-over-year inventory balances in each quarter of 2023. Higher product costs also contributed to the year-over-year increase in inventory. Product costs for the first half of 2023 are planned up in the mid-single-digit range. The outlook for product costs for the second half and beyond looks favorable with the reduction in global demand leading to lower input costs and greater factory capacity. Turning to Page 13, a summary of the performance of our business segments in the fourth quarter. Despite the negative impact high inflation had on demand and operating costs, we maintained a strong consolidated adjusted operating margin of 13% and each of our business segments achieved a double digit adjusted operating margin in the fourth quarter.

Our full year segment performance is included on Page 14 for your reference. Our consolidated adjusted operating margin was 12.1% and similar to the fourth quarter, all segments achieved double-digit adjusted operating margins in fiscal 2022. On Page 15, we’ve summarized some of the performance drivers for each segment in the fourth quarter. U.S. retail sales declined 13% as inflation continued to weigh on consumer demand. Comparable sales declined 13% within the down 10% to 15% range we indicated on our third quarter call. This decline in retail comps was up against a plus 15% retail comp in last year’s fourth quarter. We saw a noticeable improvement in trend in consumer traffic and demand late in the year near to Christmas holiday. In Q4, we ramped up our promotional activity in December somewhat in order to work through some excess inventory, but overall, we continue to make progress in improving pricing with average unit retail pricing up mid-single digits.

U.S. retail’s adjusted operating margin was 17% compared to 19.5% last year. Higher product and transportation costs and expense deleverage more than offset the benefits have improved price realization and lower performance based compensation. In our U.S. wholesale business sales declined 18% versus a year ago. Transportation delays particularly earlier in the quarter at the East Coast ports continued to be an issue in the fourth quarter. These delays in concert with lower consumer demand in their businesses and in some cases mandated inventory reduction actions led to order cancellation rates above historical levels. However, order cancellations overall in the fourth quarter were lower than we had forecasted and replenishment demand was stronger than expected.

Some customers asked for Spring 2023 product to be shipped in December versus in January as originally planned, and this new Spring product is now selling well at wholesale. U.S. wholesale’s adjusted operating margin was 12.7% compared to 14.1% in the prior year. Better pricing, lower spending on air freight and lower compensation expenses were more than offset by higher product costs, higher ocean freight rates and expense fee leverage on lower sales. Fourth quarter international sales declined 12% with a decline of 8% on a constant currency basis, given the strength of the U.S. dollar. Sales in Canada declined 11% on a reported basis, but were down only 4% on a constant currency basis, largely due to lower wholesale demand. Sales in Mexico grew 11% on a reported basis with growth of 7% on a constant currency basis driven by strong growth in the direct-to-consumer component of the business.

The adjusted operating margin for the International segment was 16% in the fourth quarter, up 30 basis points compared to 2021. This improvement reflects better price realization and lower performance based compensation, which were partly offset by higher product and transportation costs. On the next few pages, we have some highlights of some of our recent marketing efforts. On Page 16, on recent calls, we’ve highlighted our eco-friendly Little Planet brand. Today’s consumers, especially millennial and Gen Z parents want to shop with brands that they believe share their values. In particular, sustainability is very important to today’s parents, and this is at the heart of Little Planet’s DNA. In 2022, we expanded into toddler product and we’ve added swimsuits and outerwear made from recycled materials.

We have meaningful growth planned for Little Planet both in product assortment and distribution. We believe that in less than two years, Little Planet has become one of the top three organic and sustainable brands in young children’s apparel in the U.S. Also, Little Planet was recently named the Best Affordable Organic Baby Clothing Brand by Glamour Magazine. On Page 17, our partnership with Hilary Duff continues. Hilary is an extremely popular millennial actress, singer and mother of three children. As our Chief Mom Officer, Hilary has been a great ambassador of the Carter’s brand. We saw a strong demand for the apparel collection developed in partnership with Hillary last winter and the latest Hillary apparel collaboration for Spring just launched online and includes a new signature print and an on-trend neutral aesthetic.

On Page 18, our engagement efforts also continue on social media. Carter’s leads the children’s apparel category on social media, including on TikTok in followers, views and overall engagement, keeping our brand front and center on the platforms where new parents are engaging. On Page 19, our marketing team continues to find creative ways to drive awareness and relevance of the Carter’s brand. The day after the Super Bowl, we were ready with clever billboards in both Kansas City and Philadelphia, shown here as the humorous message to the victors in Kansas City. On the next page, we’re in the Easter season and no one gets families ready for special holidays and celebrations better than Carter’s. Shown here are some beautiful outfits for Spring and Easter and on Page 21, we have some of the beautiful new offerings for the recent Valentine’s Day holiday, for St. Patrick’s Day in a few weeks and matching family PJ’s for Easter.

On Page 22, Target and Walmart continue to be important destinations for parents. Our products are in great in-stock positions at these retailers, and we’ve recently refreshed the branding for both the Just One You and Child of Mine brands adding greater prominence and visibility in store. On Page 23, our Simple Joys brand at Amazon had a great holiday season. Simple Joys is the best-selling children’s apparel brand on Amazon with a broad assortment with offerings from baby up to big kid. We added sizes 4 through 8 last fall and the Simple Joys assortment recently expanded to include baby gear and toys. Turning now to Page 25 in our outlook for 2023. We are happy to be turning the page on a new year at Carter’s. Well, it’s a new year some of 2022’s challenges persist including forecasting demand in this environment.

Given the uncertainty of the environment, we’re focused on what we can control. Overall, we will focus on productivity, earnings and cash flow. In this environment, we have a special focus on our cost structure with a number of initiatives underway to tightly managed discretionary spending. We’re going to remain conservative in forecasting demand and our inventory commitments. Importantly though, we will continue to invest in a number of areas, including in our people, our product assortments and our e-commerce and omni-channel capabilities. We’ll also expand our portfolio of highly productive and profitable retail stores and continue investing in improving our marketing personalization capabilities. Some further context for our outlook is summarized on Page 26.

We are planning full year 2023 sales and earnings down. Like other retailers and consumer companies we’re watching the economy and the health of the consumer. Consumers of our products are families with young children, and they continue to be affected by inflation and the price of many essentials, including energy and food. High interest rates have also meaningfully increased the cost of borrowing, whether for homes, cars or credit card purchases. Our wholesale customers are approaching 2023 cautiously as well. Given the slowdown in consumer demand last year, many of these retailers have reduced their orders for coming seasons. Below the sales line we are planning for gross margin expansion as we’re assuming continued progress in pricing and a benefit from lower product and transportation costs.

We plan to keep tight control of spending with overall SG&A dollars planned comparable to 2022. Below the line, interest expense is expected to be higher driven by higher variable interest rates under our credit facility and a higher effective tax rate driven by a greater mix of income in the U.S. EPS is expected to benefit from a lower number of average shares outstanding. Importantly, we’re planning for much stronger performance as we move through the year. We’re assuming that sales will improve as the weight of inflation on consumer demand moderates. We believe our products represent less discretionary purchases, which are central to raising children and thus cannot be deferred indefinitely. Comparisons to 2022 also become less challenging as we move through the year.

Building on our planned improvement in demand, we’re planning for meaningful gross margin expansion driven by the factors listed here. Since the pandemic, the company has made solid progress in expanding our gross margin and our intention is to continue our momentum and focus on driving profitable sales. Overall, while sales and profitability are planned down in the first half, we’re planning for solid profit growth in the second half of the year. We’ve summarized our specific objectives for fiscal year 2023 on Page 27. We’re expecting 2023 net sales of approximately $3 billion, adjusted operating income of about $350 million and adjusted EPS of approximately $6.15. As Mike mentioned, we’re planning U.S. retail sales down mid-single digit U.S. wholesale sales down about 10% and international sales roughly comparable versus 2022.

Operating cash flow is expected to return to a more normalized level above $300 million as we sell through pack & hold inventory from last year. Our outlook for the first quarter is on Page 28. Last year got off to a very strong start, particularly in the first two months of the year. We had strong growth in the first quarter last year in our Wholesale and International businesses. This was before the impact of high inflation on demand throughout the market became so evident. We obviously faced a very different landscape today. So comparing to that relatively strong first quarter last year, We’re expecting first quarter will represent the largest decrease versus 2022 in sales and earnings, with year-over-year performance expected to improve as we move through the subsequent quarters of the year.

In terms of our specific expectations, we’re planning for sales in the range of $630 million to $650 million, adjusted operating income between $30 million and $40 million and adjusted EPS of $0.35 to $0.55. Some of the key assumptions for the first quarter are summarized here. We’ve had a relatively good start to the year, but as Mike mentioned, March is ahead of us, and that’s one of the most significant months of the entire year. Our teams are very focused on delivering a strong finish to the first quarter. And with these comments, we’re ready to take your questions.

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Operator: Thank you. Our first question comes from the line of Warren Cheng with Evercore ISI. Your line is now open.

Warren Cheng: Hey good morning. Thanks for taking my question. I wanted to make sure I understood the dynamics that are underlying that the intra-year outlook for sales trends to improve in the second half? So how much of that is sort of lapping the unusual things that happened last year with the early rising product and the elevated cancellations? And how much of it is improvement in underlying trend?

Michael Casey: It’s a combination of both. I’d say in the wholesale business, we expect to see significantly better performance because the number of order cancellations, including replenishment automatic replenishment orders which were suspended in the second half. On the Retail segment, we’ll see the benefit of the new stores kicking in the second half. So, I’d say it’s a combination of both. Year-over-year comparisons in recent years have been distorted by the pandemic, by the stimulus, by inflation. But the improving trend, I would say, are some fundamental benefits from the new stores, some of the structural changes that we’ve made in recent years, but also going to benefit from some, what I would say, highly unusual decisions by our wholesale customers, which I think will serve them well in 2023.

But in the second half of last year, when the impact of inflation became clear on consumers and their business has slowed, they were aggressively canceling orders where they could so that they would end the year in a better inventory position with our brands, which they have so that they would give themselves a better start to the new year, which they have. So, I’d say it’s a combination of both.

Warren Cheng: Thanks. That’s really helpful. And my follow-up is just on the store footprint here. It sounds like the omni-channel continues to underperform, but you’re actually getting back to net openings this year because of some of the opportunities you’re seeing elsewhere. Can you just comment on those two pieces? Do you feel comfortable that your outlet channel is going to be in a good position after the actions you’re taking this year? And then where are you seeing those opportunities in the U.S. in the U.S. retail channel?

Michael Casey: The outlets are some of our most profitable stores. We’re in all the major outlet centers, and we’re usually the number one and number two brands in kids apparel in those outlet centers. But as we’ve seen over many years, when gas prices spike, consumers pull back and they shop closer to home, when gas prices normalize or the consumer gets used to a new normal, the outlet businesses do well. Some of our best outlets are in tourist locations and those they performed well. And in terms of returning to store growth, we’ve made significant improvement in price realization. We’ve got a new pricing capabilities, both talent and technology. We’ve been running, but for what we’re dealing with right now with this pack & hold inventory because of the slowdown in demand last year.

We’ve been running leaner on inventory, buying more conservatively, which has enabled us to drive higher price realization as well with the better price realization new store opening opportunities are available to us. And so we are returning to store growth. The returns on investment in these stores is rich. It’s the number on source of new customer acquisition and 70% of kids apparel is bought in stores. So we’ve got the best-looking stores in kids apparel. Some of our competitors are closing stores, downsizing, exiting certain markets, particularly up in Canada, and we have an opportunity to take advantage of those decisions, those downsizings, those competitors exiting markets by opening more stores, which when we open stores, it strengthens our e-commerce performance.

So they work hand in hand.



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Eyeshadow Palettes to Help You Achieve that “Beat” Face

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If the eyes are truly the windows to the soul, then you want to make sure your eyeshadow enhances their beauty. There are so many options to choose from because there are so many different brands on the market.

You’ll be relieved to know you don’t have to spend a ton of money to own these palettes. They allow you to look your best without putting a strain on your wallet.

Applying eyeshadow is kind of like making cocktails. The possibilities and combinations are endless. If you’re a newbie to eyeshadow application, consider your eye color. Generally, those with brown eyes can work with the most colors.

Whether you want bright colors, glitter or matte, check out these eyeshadow palettes for your next vacation.

Want Bright, Lasting Colors? This Eyeshadow Palette Is It!

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Fantasy by Prism Makeup

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This professional eyeshadow palette is packed with an array of vibrant colors. They last long, blend easily and have different finishes. Some of the finishes are matte or natural, while others have a sprinkle of glitter.

The set includes neutral colors and bold colors, like blues, reds and greens. You won’t want to travel anywhere without this in your carry-on or suitcase! It is an essential packing item to glam up your look on the go.

You might think you’d have to sell your house to afford a beautiful palette like this, but you don’t! It’s more affordable than you’d expect, and Amazon users are pleased.

Eyeshadow Palettes For The 90’s Babies Who Are Now Adults

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Rechoo 99

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Millennials, do you remember the Lisa Frank craze of the 90s that featured rainbow stationary and rainbow pens? This eyeshadow palette harks back to that long-gone era.

The finishes are matte and glitter, and you can use them on your face and body for an extra bit of spark. The powder won’t clump up on your face, and each color is sweat resistant, so you can look your best in any climate.

With 99 colors, the only issue you’ll have here is deciding which one to use.

Eyeshadow That Goes Back to Basics

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Bestland Naked Palette

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If the first two palettes are too loud, no worries. The Bestland Naked Palette may be the perfect one for you.

This palette features mostly neutral colors and can be applied wet or dry. They blend beautifully with each other, and you can rest assured knowing that they will be well packaged so that they won’t break in transit.

The palette is vegan and cruelty-free, and there’s a brush included.

Shine Bright Like A Diamond

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Aolailiya Palette

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If you’re going to a beach club and a glittery look is what you’re going for, this palette is just right. It is waterproof, bright and ideal for all skin tones. Darker skin tones might need to layer on the colors more to get the desired pop. These glittery colors can be paired with matte or neutral colors from other palettes, or they can be applied by themselves.

The colors in the Aolailiya Palette will not irratate your skin; however, if you have a nickel allergy please use caution.

While the colors in the Aolailiya Palette will make you shine bright like a diamond, it won’t take forever to remove them. The eyeshadows comes off easily with the use of a makeup removal cloth, a cotton pad with makeup remover, baby wipes, makeup remover wipes or water.

If you’re feeling generous, consider purchasing this palette for a friend. It makes for a great present, and it’s offered at a great price.

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Black-owned businesses in the Cincinnati area you can support year-round

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Here are some fashion favorites: Junebug Jewelry Designs | 1327 Vine St. Cincinnati, OH 45202 | Owner and principal jewelry maker Dawn Grady has studied the craft for more than 10 years. She sells handcrafted mixed metal and natural stone jewelry. You can browse her downtown Cincinnati location or shop online. You’ll find choker, collar, and pendant necklaces, earrings, cuff bangles and bracelets and large cocktail rings.Provided

Classy Chics Shoe Boutique | 905 W Northbend Rd. Cincinnati, OH 45224 | Shawna Davis founded Classy Chics Shoe Boutique in 2016. Before that, she owned a beauty salon for 15 years, so you can say she’s always been in the world of beauty and fashion. The shop prides itself on carrying limited stock of every shoe, which minimizes the chance of you seeing someone else with your shoes on. Davis says she encourages her customers “to walk a sole-ful purpose fashionable, fearlessly, and confidently.”Provided

Beezfly Closet | 2541 Cook St. Cincinnati, OH 45214 | You can rely on BeezFly Closet to find the latest trends at an affordable price. The women’s brand caters to ladies of all sizes. It was founded in 2012 by Brandi Carpenter. You can shop the brand in-store in Silverton or online.Provided

Moreau Sewing Unlimited |1622 Chase Ave. Cincinnati, OH 45223; 1351 Main St. Cincinnati, OH 45202 | With more than 35 years of experience under his belt, Ian Moreau is the guy you want to see when you have a missing button or loose hem. Moreau Sewing Unlimited offers tailoring, alterations and even sewing classes. He specializes in bespoke tailoring, custom clothing, bridal alterations, maternity alterations and leather repair. Moreau plans to open a fabric store on Main Street in March.Provided

BlaCkOWned Outerwear | 822 Elm St. Cincinnati, OH 45202 | Cincinnati natives Means Cameron and Marcus Ervin started selling hoodies out of the trunk of an old Honda. Now, they have a brick-and-mortar store right next to the coffee shop they own. What started out as just streetwear has turned into a one-of-a-kind sportswear apparel store. Black Owned Outerwear is the only Black-owned brand to have a licensing deal with the Cincinnati Bengals. They’re working on a licensing agreement to sell University of Cincinnati merchandise as well.Provided

Hutch Baby | 1209 Vine St. Cincinnati, OH 45202 | This OTR kid and baby clothing store specializes in using sustainable fabric and stocking eco-friendly clothing. Hutch Baby started out in Kenwood Mall, then moved to an OTR pop-up shop on Elm Street. Now, they have a permanent spot on Vine Street. The store boasts a lactation room and a back playroom, so while they play you can shop.Provided

Heads Up Trading Co. | 2701 Spring Grove Ave. Suite 1600 Cincinnati, OH 45225 | Heads Up Trading Co. is the brainchild of husband and wife team Robert and Shenecka Bedford. The handmade, fair-trade fashion accessory shop was founded in July 2016. The items are made by an array of people of indigenous cultures. Their intent is to create employment opportunities for people around the world.Provided

Corporate | 2643 Erie Ave. Cincinnati, OH 45208 | Corporate has been getting Tri-State sneakerheads their fix since 2008. Their Hyde Park location is home to several collections, collaborations and rare or hard-to-find sneakers. In 2021, they expanded to Indianapolis. The brand also has a foundation called “Bigger Than Sneakers,” which hosts the BTS Academy. The mentorship program served middle and high school students and encourages them to engage in fashion merchandising, marketing and entrepreneurship.Provided

Lavish Kulture | 1661 California Ave. Cincinnati, OH 45237 | This unisex streetwear brand operates out of Bond Hill. Their tagline, “For the Kulture,” is on many of its items. You can find everything from hoodies to beanies, jeans and even shoes.Provided

Now to some beauty, fitness and wellness favorites… Black & Bossie | This Black hair care line has been Black-owned since 1982. Mary Bolar Washington created Black & Bossie at her kitchen table when she got tired of the chemicals in hair products. Now, the line promises its products are sulfate-free, silicone-free, paraben-free and cruelty-free. Black & Bossie used to have a headquarters in Cincinnati, but you can find their products throughout Ohio and Kentucky. They’re even in stores as far as New Jersey and South Carolina.Provided

Garden of Wellness | 432 Ray Norrish Dr. Cincinnati OH 45246 | Garden of Wellness is owned by award-winning massage therapist Andrea Pouncy Waite. Her philosophy is “your body is your garden to your soul.” She’s a proponent of holistic massage, allowing the body to heal itself. Waite has 11 years as a massage therapist under her belt, as well as a decade as a licensed esthetician. She is certified in prenatal and pediatrics massage, maternity Reiki and lymphatic drainage massage.Provided

Hair on the Floor Barbershop | 2603 Madison Ave. Covington, KY 41014 | Reggie England is the founder of Hair on the Floor Barbershop. The shop recently celebrated its 10-year anniversary but has run into a major issue: it sustained serious damage after the restaurant next door caught fire. Now, it’s full of soot, smells of smoke and remains closed. England’s team is currently doing house calls. They’ve started a GoFundMe to rebuild and are asking for people to donate.Provided

Uptown Salon | 4939 Paddock Rd. Cincinnati, OH 45237 | Second-generation hairstylist Lashonda Rosemond owns Uptown Salon and Spa. After seven years of doing hair at other people’s salons, she opened up her own shop in 2011. Uptown stylists offer a full range of services, but specialize in healthy hair, blowouts and extensions.Provided

Barcode Glam Studio | 7817 Cooper Rd. Suite B Cincinnati, OH 45242 | Shanequa J. owns Barcode Glam Studio. She’s a licensed esthetician who’s been in the industry for more than a decade. Shanequa said she has a passion for enhancing natural beauty. The team at Barcode Glam specializes in lash extension, brow threading and waxing, microblading and MUA services.Provided

Jonnie’s Hair Care | 7600 Hamilton Ave. Cincinnati, OH 45231 | Jonnie Kimmons, the owner of Jonnie’s Hair Care, prides herself in being a hair loss specialist. Jonnie has a passion for helping people who may suffer from hair loss due to medical conditions, medical treatments and even alopecia. She has more than 30 years of experience helping men, women and children feel their best. Her team is made up of stylists who can specialize in hair care on all hair types and textures.Provided

Distinguished Cuts Barbershop | 5826 Bramble Ave. Cincinnati, OH 45227 | Terrell Walker and Ernest Morgan own Distinguished Cuts Barbershop. Their team of five has more than 20 years of experience in the industry. Distinguished Cuts Barbershop offers discounts for seniors and children who bring in their report cards with good grades. If you catch them during football season, you might get a cut and a slice of pizza during the big games. The barbershop is open to men, women and children.Provided

Grace + Grit Spa | 6712 Montgomery Rd. Cincinnati, OH 45236 | Crystal Grace is the owner and an esthetician at Grit + Grace Spa. She left her career of 19 years to become an expert in self-care. Grace said the first time she received a facial, “it completely changed [her] life.” Her all-women team provides skincare services, massage therapy and now craniosacral therapy and Reiki. Grace +Grit also has a program called “What Love Does,” where they gift women with cancer and caregivers spa services.Provided

Fitness 1o1 | 7051 Yankee Rd. Liberty Township, OH 45044 | Fit 1o1 believes that workout plans aren’t one size fits all. They want to create something tailor-made for their clients, including exercise and nutrition. And most of all, Fit 1o1 is focused on being affordable. The gym boasts highly-skilled trainers to continuously track clients and adjust plans if necessary.Provided

IMEC Training Complex | 611 Shepherd Dr. Cincinnati, OH 45215 | Owner George Brown created IMEC Training Complex to be a full-scale training facility to help young athletes prepare for Division I sports. But adults can also get a good sweat in. The 12,000-square-foot facility has 25 yards of field turf, a 40-yard indoor track, cardio and strength training equipment and a sauna. Brown has more than 20 years of experience in the fitness industry and has helped several athletes reach their dreams in football, basketball, soccer, softball, lacrosse and more.Provided

Tii Fit | Tierra White knows the struggle of fitting in a workout. After working 10 years as an engineer, White said she was experiencing burnout — she wasn’t eating well and struggled to maintain a healthy weight. But White said her mindset shifted once she told herself she just hadn’t found something to motivate her. Thus Tii Fit was born. Tii Fit works around three pillars: Fitness, nutrition and mental. White leads classes that target specific parts of the body like Glute Camp. And will even bring the workout to your workplace. You can even access short, free workouts on her website.Provided

NKO Yoga | 4131 E. Galbraith Rd. Deer Park, OH 45236 | When Natasha Kohorst turned 40, she was using a cane to recover after a double hip surgery. She says yoga “gave [her] back the life [she] missed.” She’s a registered yoga teacher, certified prenatal instructor and Master Reiki healer. NKO Yoga’s mission is to transform, inspire and embrace. The location offers studio and private classes.Provided

Flex Fitness Personal Training Boutique | 9402 Towne Square Ave. Suite F Cincinnati, OH 45242 | Owner Gina Brunis started Flex Fitness Personal Training Boutique in 2020. She had her own struggles with being overweight and dealing with health issues. Brunis focused on a more active and healthy lifestyle for a decade before she decided to start a new journey. She became a certified trainer and now provides a space where people can become healthier and happier in an environment that is safe, clean and supportive.Provided

1 More Rep | 4805 Whetsel Ave. Cincinnati, OH 45227 | Dwayne Wilson, a current Cincinnati police sergeant and former basketball player at Xavier University, owns 1 More Rep. He said 1 More Rep is greater than he originally envisioned and it’s a true community, no matter his clients’ fitness level. You can take classes like “Climb,” the gym’s high-intensity, full-body, no-impact workout. Or you can do 1-on-1 training with a 1 More Rep coach in the fitness room.Provided

Body Revamped | 8876 Colerain Ave Cincinnati, OH 45251 | Tosha Hill’s fitness journey started in 2018 after she gained 50 pounds because of a new migraine medication. After a couple of months of training, Hill lost the weight but gained the inspiration to create Body Revamped in September 2019. Hill offers virtual boot camp, bridal boot camp, personal training, plus studio boot camp and strength training.Provided

RushFit | 1124 Broadway St. Cincinnati, OH 45202 | Founded by Russia Edwards, Rush Fit aims to make workouts personable, inclusive and achievable. She calls RushFit a boutique fitness studio. Services include private training, small group training and additional nutritional support.Provided

Surmount Fitness and Performance | Brian Barney wanted to use his skills as a licensed physical therapist to provide individualized run coaching. Who better to trust than a strength and conditioning specialist who also was a track and field athlete at the University of Cincinnati? Barney’s goal is to help individuals return to an active lifestyle or improve their athletic performance. This also includes helping clients with recovery plans.Provided

There are also Black-owned arts and entertainment companies in the Tri-State: Cincinnati Black Theatre Company | 2237 Losantiville Ave. Cincinnati, OH 45237 | Cincinnati Black Theatre Company prides itself on providing access to the arts. The theatre company offers top-notch theatrical products, including children’s theatre and educational programming. The “Imagine That!” program serves elementary through high school students, hoping to inspire the next generation of theater artists and audiences.Provided

Legacy Genius | If you’re more of a homebody, stay inside and play a game from Blac-owned education game company, Legacy Genius. The trivia games are developed by Dr. Ron Jackson, a University of Cincinnati professor who wanted to celebrate distinctive cultural legacies. The games aim to be fun and fast-paced, with the first person to get to 10 named as the winner. The card games come with different themes like Black fraternity and sorority trivia plus the recently released Trailblazers edition of Black History trivia.Provided

OTR Escape | 1112 Race St. Cincinnati, OH 45202 | Founded by Frank Hailstock in 2018, OTR Escape offers multiple rooms suitable for players of all experience levels. Each escape room is themed differently with unique puzzles and clues for players to solve within the time limit. You can find it inside the OTR Funplex.Provided

And, of course, we gathered some popular restaurants and bars: Out The Way Bar & Grill | 4880 Union Center Pavilion West Chester, OH 45069 | Out The Way Bar & Grill is for true sports fanatics. They invite patrons to watch any big game on one of their many big-screen TVs. Outfitted with a jukebox, covered bar, pool tables and arcade games, it might be the perfect spot to hang out. Out the Way Bar & Grill is located in West Chester.Provided

Danyelle’s Bellevue Tavern | 615 Fairfield Ave. Bellevue, KY 41073 | Danyelle’s Bellevue Tavern is owned by Keith and Alison Gwynn and Jessica Byrd. The three opened up the bar after the death of Danyelle Echoles Byrd, the Gwynn’s longtime friend and Byrd’s wife. Danyelle Echoles Byrd played for Colerain High School and eventually played for Northern Kentucky University’s basketball team, a part of the team that won the 2008 NCAA Division II National Championship. She passed away in October 2018 before fulfilling her dream of opening up a bar. The Gwynns and Byrd have filled the bar with many pieces of Danyelle’s memorabilia.Provided

6 ‘N The Mornin’ | 7714 Montgomery Rd Unit H Cincinnati, OH 45236 | Owner Trey Graham grew up in the south. The Florida State University alum missed the southern breakfast he used to get when he lived in Atlanta, so he decided to get his fix by opening 6 ‘N The Mornin’. The restauranteur has been working in food joints since he was 14 years old. The menu features classics like the omelet and something a little different like red velvet waffles or the Hattiesburg Hash.Provided

Flavors of the Isle | 1807 Elm St. Cincinnati, OH 45202 | Successful Findlay Kitchen alum Ebony Williams opened up Flavors of the Isle after a trip to Jamaica. After ordering a plate of jerk chicken from a street vendor, she returned the next morning to watch how they prepared it. She also sells her Jerk BBQ sauce so you can take a little island flavor home with you.Provided

Pata Roja Taqueria | 1208 Sycamore St. Cincinnati 45202 (Outside Bar Saeso) | When owner Derrick Braziel traveled to Mexico City, he brought back an inspired palette. He traveled back on several occasions, training under local chefs to really nail the flavors. Braziel opened Pata Roja Taqueria as a food truck, providing signature tacos al pastor to hungry customers. Now, he has a permanent home at Bar Saeso on Sycamore Street. Braziel was recently named to the 2023 “Making Black History Honorees.”Provided

Darou Salam | 4163 Hamilton Ave. Cincinnati, OH 45223 | If you’re looking for a meal packed with flavor, head to Cumminsville. That’s where you can find Darou Salam, a Black-owned African Halal restaurant focusing on West African-inspired dishes. Some of the most popular menu items include the Dibi (grilled lamb), plantains and maffe (peanut butter sauce with meat).Provided

K&J Seafood | 4928 Reading Rd. Cincinnati, OH 45237 | Keyona and Joy have been friends for more than 20 years and decided to start a business together. Keyona spent a while in the south and developed a love of seafood boils. Joy is the mastermind behind the flavors and perfected the crab boil. The two women quit their jobs to open the brick-and-mortar shop. K&J Seafood specializes in Louisiana-style fresh seafood like gumbo, fried shrimp and fish, and po boys.Provided

Just Q’in | 975 E McMillan St. Cincinnati, OH 45206 | The restaurant on McMillan goes by a short and sweet motto, “Faith. Love. BBQ.” The owner, Matt Cuff, believes in cooking high-quality meat, cooked fresh daily. All the sides are made in-house every day. Recently, when President Joe Biden came into town, he made a stop at Just Q’in, getting a taste of the peach cobbler.WCPO

Drip Coffee Lounge | 2927 Colerain Ave. Cincinnati, OH 45225 | Whether you’re looking for a hot cup of coffee, a cup of tea to relax or a Motherland Mule, Drip Coffee Lounge has got you covered. The menu prides coffee shop prides itself on being multifaceted. Giving customers the option of African coffee and when the sun starts to dip, coffee cocktails. There are also small bites available, so come hungry!Provided

Herban Vegans | Danielle Delaine was a pescatarian for about 13 years and before starting her vegan journey, thought there was a way to make seafood fit into her way of life. Herban Vegans’ most popular dishes are their miracle mac, fysh and krab balls. They participated in Findlay Market’s storefront incubator, but decided a brick and mortar wasn’t for them. Right now, they’re figuring out how to move forward. But in the meantime, they have sauces for sale.Provided

BOL Acai Bar | 2165 Central Ave. Cincinnati, OH 45214 | BOL was co-founded by husband and wife, Michael and Angel Moore. They believe acai bowls are a way that people can add more fruit to their diets. The superfood blend is topped with BOL’s signature granola and fresh fruit. Pick from the menu or make your own bowl. You can also buy their artisan granola. Bol has a stationary truck at Central Ave. and a mobile truck that travels across the Tri-State. To see where they’ll be, check out their website.Provided

Esoteric Brewing Company | 918 E McMillan St. Cincinnati, OH 45206 | Esoteric Brewing was co-founded by Black brewer Brian Jackson. The brewery has become a staple in Walnut Hills, priding itself on creating beers with pure ingredients that are sourced locally and grown organically. The building they now call home was, at the time, 100 years old and abandoned. But it’s since been revived to a warm, inviting atmosphere that’s accessible for all.WCPO

Nostalgia Wine & Jazz Lounge | 1432 Vine St. Cincinnati, OH 45202 | This Black-owned intimate lounge is located in the heart of Over-The-Rhine. It’s inspired by gathering places of the past like the West End’s Cotton Club. Nostalgia Wine & Jazz Lounge offers 40 wines and eight of those are on top. The lounge especially likes to highlight minority and women winemakers and producers.Provided

Kickbacks | 8087 Vine St. Cincinnati, OH 45216 | Kickbacks is a family-friendly restaurant by day, and at night it transforms into a sports bar for folks 25 and up. This Black-owned bar on Vine Street hosts open mic nights and a live DJ. And patrons are encouraged to pick up a cue and play pool.Provided

Newport Ultra Lounge | 120 E. 3rd St. Newport, KY 41071 | This Black-owned bar boasts “everything under one roof.” If you like to dance, have a drink and enjoy some hookah, Newport Ultra Lounge is the place for you. The club is known for its themed party nights like live band karaoke and flashback Fridays.Provided

Last but not least are some counseling and personal service businesses — Limitless Counseling and Consulting | 10901 Reed Hartman Hwy. Suite 208 Blue Ash, OH 45242 | Cincinnati native Dr. Reyna C. Smith founded Limitless Counseling and Consulting. She is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor and nationally certified counselor who is licensed to practice in Ohio. Dr. Smith has a history of working with children and families as a school-based therapist in Cincinnati Public Schools.Provided

Healing Connections Mental Health Services | 8044 Montgomery Rd. Suite 700 Cincinnati, OH 45236 | Charmain Hood runs Healing Connections Mental Health Services. She’s certified as a trauma professional. Hood also helps clients dealing with depression and anxiety.Provided

A Sound Mind Counseling | 203 E. Galbraith Rd. Cincinnati, OH 45216 | Dr. Shantel Thomas is the President and CEO of A Sound Mind Counseling. The all-women mental health group focuses on individual counseling, relationship issues, depression, anxiety, PTSD, stress management and much more.Provided

Manifest Hope Counseling | 11427 Reed Hartman Hwy. Suite 105 Blue Ash, OH 45241 | Manifest Hope was founded by Dara Williams, a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor. She’s also a Board Certified-TeleMental health provider. She’s licensed to practice in Ohio and Kentucky as well as several other states. She also accepts Loveland vouchers through Therapy for BlackGirls/The Loveland Foundation.Provided

Be The Light | 10925 Reed Hartman Hwy. Suite 310F Cincinnati, OH 45242 | Rachael E. DuBose founded Be The Light shortly after her friend passed away from myeloid leukemia in November 2014. DuBose said the eulogist asked the congregation what they planned to do with the light her friend gave them. The organization’s mission is to fight the stigma of mental illness, especially in historically excluded communities.Provided

Sanders Counseling Solutions | Caroline Sanders is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor specializing in individual therapy. Sanders says she’s especially passionate about helping women. She specializes in early childhood abandonment, self-esteem issues, interpersonal and relationship difficulties.Provided

Paige One | 2200 Victory Parkway Suite 602 Cincinnati, OH 45206 | Melnea Paige is the lead therapist and educator for Paige One. She holds a Licensed Independent Social Worker with Supervision designation in Ohio. Paige has experience in gerontology, managed care, child welfare, veterans affairs, community behavioral health centers and college settings. She specializes in life transitions, relationship challenges, LGBTQ+ issues and mood disorders.Provided

Rosalind Smith Counseling | 431 Ohio Pike Suite 156S Cincinnati, OH 45255 | Licensed professional clinical counselor Rosalind Smith founded the self-titled counseling services. She specializes in Christian counseling and relationship counseling. She’s licensed in both Ohio and Kentucky.Provided

New Leaf Counseling Group | 11741 Reed Hartman Hwy. Suite 119 Sharonville, OH 45241| New Leaf Counseling group is comprised of two Black women — Traci Sippel and Medina Rahman. Sippel has worked in behavioral sciences for 20 years and works with adolescents, adults, couples and families. She is also a trained Chemical Dependency Counselor. Rahman devoted much of her practice to helping mental health clinicians and case managers, but in her 20-year career has also helped children, adults and families.Provided



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Best in beauty: Here are our favourite beauty products from the past month

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Hello and welcome to Newshub Lifestyle’s Best in Beauty, a series sharing our favourite products of the past month for fellow beauty buffs, skincare savants and makeup maestros to enjoy. Disclaimer: we take no responsibility for any damage to your bank balance. 

If #BeautyTok has taught us anything, it’s that it’s not cute to gatekeep: gorgeous, gorgeous girls and guys share their holy grail products for others to enjoy, even at the risk of said product selling out before they can stock up. It is a selfless act. 

With that being said, another month has passed, meaning more products have been swiped, stippled, swirled and smeared – and these are the cream of the crop. 

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If you need more information before shopping, check out these five-star reviews from shoppers who can’t get enough of these products.

First Aid Beauty Clean, Smooth and Groovy Kit Reviews

“Fav Products Together! I was so excited to see this gift set since the face wash, radiance pads and collagen cream are 3 of my favorite products. I’ve been using these each night since I got the set, and I love how clean and clear my face is right after and morning after. The dark spot serum is awesome and I love that it comes as a full size. I’ve been able to see a difference in some ‘sun spots’ with just a few uses. Highly recommend gifting (to yourself and/or others) because it’s such a good price for everything you get, and the products are awesome alone and together,” a First Aid Beauty shopper wrote.

Another raved, “The BEST. This box is a fantastic value. I was genuinely surprised by the size of the contents – these are not one or two use trials, these are substantial portions of products. I love having a travel sized version of my standard go-tos (cleanser, AHA pads, nourishing cream) and try the dark spot serum and collagen cream, both of which were new to me. I’ve really fallen out of my evening skincare routine after having a baby and this has inspired me to get back into it. 10/10, would recommend!”

“I was shocked to receive this and find out it came with a full sized ultra repair cream!! That stuff is my holy grail so I’m very excited to have another. The facial radiance pads have been my new fav to use to use after I wash my face to make it glow and take off any excess makeup. I also have been loving the dark spot treatment using on my hormonal acne around my period!! Love this set so much and highly recommend especially for the price,” a customer reviewed.

A shopper gushed, “This is a great bundle of the best of the best products from their line. It’s a great travel (and gift size) perfect for the upcoming holiday travels and for gifts! Whether it’s a holiday gift/hosting gift or just using for pampering. I love the ability to just grab and go with these product sizes! The ultra repair cream has been life changing for my skin, especially between season changes. The radiance pads do wonder for my face. Dark spot treatment is great post summer when I’ve done damage to my skin and the collagen cream does wonders!”

A fan of the set explained, “I started using clean, smooth & groovy kit about 5 days ago and loving it! I have mature sensitive skin and FAB products work well with my skin. No breakouts!”

Looking for more great skincare products? This depuffing mask makes my face look contoured and slim.

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Snezana Wood hired celebrity makeup artist for daughter’s Year 12 formal

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The Bachelor’s Snezana Wood hires a celebrity makeup artist to help her daughter Eve, 17, get ready for her Year 12 formal

Snezana Wood spared no expense for her 17-year-old daughter Eve’s Year 12 formal last week.

The former Bachelor star hired a celebrity makeup artist for Eve’s beauty prep, and also gave her a $4,000 Prada clutch to bring to the school dance.

She shared a gallery of photos to Instagram on Tuesday of her daughter getting ready for the event. 

The teenager was attended to by Tahlia Jayde, who lists herself online as an ‘international makeup artist’.

Hiring a top makeup artist can cost more than $125 an hour.

Snezana Wood spared no expense for her 17-year-old daughter Eve's Year 12 formal last week. The former Bachelor star hired a celebrity makeup artist for Eve's beauty prep, and also gave her a $4,000 Prada clutch to bring to the school dance

Snezana Wood spared no expense for her 17-year-old daughter Eve’s Year 12 formal last week. The former Bachelor star hired a celebrity makeup artist for Eve’s beauty prep, and also gave her a $4,000 Prada clutch to bring to the school dance 

The gallery included photos of Eve hamming it up for the camera before her formal, alongside her mother and three sisters, Charlie, Willow and Harper.

They were joined by Lizzie Waley, the CEO of Sundae Body, a brand that creates cruelty-free beauty products.

Eve, who was just nine years old when she was featured with her mother on The Bachelor in 2015, dressed to the nines for her high school formal in a glittering longline dress with white strappy sandals.

She posed for photos in the family’s living room before the big dance, which her proud mum later shared on Instagram. 

‘Last night was our little Vivi’s Year 12 formal…’ Snezana wrote in the caption.

The teenager was attended to by Tahlia Jayde (left), who lists herself online as an 'international makeup artist'. Hiring a top makeup artist can cost more than $125 an hour

The teenager was attended to by Tahlia Jayde (left), who lists herself online as an ‘international makeup artist’. Hiring a top makeup artist can cost more than $125 an hour 

Her stepdad Sam Wood was equally proud of Eve, sharing similar photos with the caption: ‘Just wow! So proud of the young woman you’re becoming.’

Several of the Woods’ famous friends commented on the photos, with footy WAG Bec Judd writing: ‘Stunning!!!’ 

Eve soft-launched her modelling career earlier this month when she tagged a popular bikini brand in one of her Instagram posts.

The talented teen looked every inch the professional model as she posed in the Vinca-Savoca bikini by the Aussie label Triangl.

The Instagram gallery included photos of Eve hamming it up for the camera before her formal, alongside her mother and three sisters, Charlie, Willow and baby Harper (left)

The Instagram gallery included photos of Eve hamming it up for the camera before her formal, alongside her mother and three sisters, Charlie, Willow and baby Harper (left)

In March last year, Snezana revealed her daughter was working towards a career in fashion when the two attended Melbourne Fashion Festival.

Sharing a photo of the pair, Snez wrote: ‘Mother-daughter date night with @eve.vict who is working towards a career in fashion is absolutely killing it.’

The teenager’s Instagram bio listed her as a ‘model’ at the time, but this has since been updated to ‘digital creator’.

Proud mum Snezana shared a gallery of photos on Instagram of the 17-year-old in a glittering longline dress with white strappy sandals

Proud mum Snezana shared a gallery of photos on Instagram of the 17-year-old in a glittering longline dress with white strappy sandals 

Eve soft-launched her modelling career earlier this month when she tagged a popular bikini brand in one of her Instagram posts

Eve soft-launched her modelling career earlier this month when she tagged a popular bikini brand in one of her Instagram posts 

Snezana also shares daughters Willow, three, Charlie, two, and baby Harper with her husband-of-four-years Sam Wood.

Eve is Snezana’s daughter from her first marriage.

The Woods met on The Bachelor in 2015 and remain one of the franchise’s success stories, alongside Tim Robards and Anna Heinrich.

Sam is responsible for the highly successful fitness program 28 by Sam Wood.

In March last year, Snezana (right) revealed her daughter was working towards a career in fashion when the two attended Melbourne Fashion Festival

In March last year, Snezana (right) revealed her daughter was working towards a career in fashion when the two attended Melbourne Fashion Festival 

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Black-Owned Beauty Products to Buy — Beyond Black History Month

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I buy and test out a lot of makeup. Perhaps, too much. As I look at my makeup desk I think to myself, yes, we are bordering on too much of this stuff. So, I’ve tried a lot of different products and different brands.

Black-owned brands used to be few and far between, but now, they are fairly easy to come across. And they cover a wide range of makeup styles, so if you’re looking for full coverage glam or a light natural look, Black-owned beauty has got you covered.

I’m here to recommend some products to you, and no, you don’t need any of them. But if you like makeup or are trying to get into it for whatever reasons you have, here is a good place to start. We’ll cover a few categories, namely foundations and concealers, lip products, cheek products, and eye products.

It is the last day of Black History Month, so what better time to support a brand headed and founded by Black folks, especially Black women. I know many of us are currently in an anti-capitalism state of mind, but sometimes you want to get dressed up and do your makeup! I think it’s important to acknowledge that buying things will never be tied to liberation, especially for Black people, but I’m also grounded in reality and know that people have worn makeup for a long time and will continue to… for a long time.

A note about accessibility: I’ve tried to include a mic of luxury and drug store brands. So if you can afford high end stuff, there’s something for you. If you can’t, there’s also something for you. I have a $40 foundation and a $14 one that works just as nicely. Having enough money should never be a barrier to anything, looking and feeling beautiful included.

I’ve also tried to include links to the items on Sephora or Ulta so you can one-stop shop. With that in mind, you’ll see a lot of repeat names in the different categories because a. There’s not a lot to choose from and b. I wanted to include products that I have tried so I could vouch for their quality.

Okay! Enough of me.

Let’s jump in!


Foundations and Concealers

1. LYS Beauty Triple Fix Serum Foundation: a lightweight, medium coverage, serum foundation that comes in a range of shades. Unscented, vegan, and cruelty-free. ($24)

2. LYS Beauty Triple Fix Brightening Concealer: a creamy, medium coverage formula that resists creasing and covers everything from acne to scars. Unscented, vegan, and cruelty-free. ($19)

3. Ami Colé Skin-Enhancing Tinted Moisturizer: Six shades of a medium coverage tinted moisturizer that leaves skin hydrated with just the right amount of pigment and glow. Vegan and cruelty-free. ($32)

4. Ami Colé Skin-Enhancing Concealer: a medium coverage concealer that works great on dark circles or dark spots. Comes in more shades than the tinted moisturizer. Vegan and cruelty-free. ($24)

5. Fenty Beauty Pro Filt’r Soft Matte Longwear Liquid Foundation: a full coverage, long-wearing foundation that suits oily, combo, and normal skin types. ($40)

6. Juvia’s Place I am Magic Powder Foundation: a full coverage powder foundation that suits light to deep skin tones and hydrates with a long-lasting finish. ($18)

Cheek Products

1. LYS Beauty No Limits Cream Bronzer and Contour Stick: an ultra-pigmented, creamy formula that blends away seamlessly. A natural finish. Vegan and cruelty-free. ($20)

2. LYS Beauty Higher Standard Satin Matte Cream Blush: a pigmented, creamy blush formula that dries down with a unique satin matte finish. Unscented, vegan, and cruelty-free. ($18)

3. Pat McGrath Labs Skin Fetish Divine Powder Blush: luxurious, high-quality blush with just a bit of shimmer. ($39)

4. Fenty Beauty Sun Stalk’r Instant Warmth Bronzer: a cult-favorite, matte finish powder bronzer that is long-wearing. Vegan. ($34)

5. Mented Cosmetics Sunkissed Bronzer: a matte finish bronzer that provides a sunkissed glow year round. ($22)

6. Beauty Bakerie Cotton Candy Champagne Blush Palette: four shades ranging from coral to a mauvy-bronze, with a flushed shimmer. ($38)

Lip Products

1. Pat McGrath Labs MatteTrance Lipstick: a matte finish lipstick that won’t leave your lips dry and dehydrated. ($39)

2. Fenty Beauty Gloss Bomb Heat Universal Lip Luminizer + Plumper: a high-shine gloss that plumps the lips. ($26)

3. LYS Beauty Speak Love Moisture Matte Lipstick: a moisturizing matte formula that is packed with skincare ingredients. ($20)

4. BLK/OPL Liquid Matte Lipstick: an affordable, ultra-whipped matte lipstick formula. ($12)

5. Ami Colé Lip Treatment Oil: all the shine of a lip gloss with lip-nourishing ingredients. ($20)

6. Juvia’s Place Silky Whipped Gloss: a unique color-spun formula with a whipped texture. ($14)

Eye Products

1. Pat McGrath Labs MTHRSHP MEGA Celestial Nirvana Palette: 18 richly pigmented eyeshadows with minimal fallout, a mix of shimmers and mattes. ($82)

2. Danessa Myricks Beauty Mini Lightwork Vol. III The Experience Eye & Face Palette:
8 shimmery shades of varying hues in one palette. ($85)

3. Juvia’s Place The Nomad Eyeshadow Palette: a yellow and neutral palette perfect for everyday wear. ($17)

4. Fenty Beauty Flypencil Longwear Pencil Eyeliner: a matte or glitter finish eyeliner in many shades that goes on easily and stays on throughout the day. ($23)

5. BLK/OPL True Melanin High Impact Eyeshadow Palette: an all neutrals palette perfect for day or night wear. ($17)

6. Pat McGrath Labs DARK STAR Mascara: in four shades: classic black, cobalt blue, vibrant turquoise, and vivid pink, this mascara gives your lashes lift and eye-catching color. ($34)


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Best spring cleaning laundry deals

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We’ve found the best spring cleaning laundry deals on the internet. The CBS Essentials experts have found slashed prices on the best new top-rated laundry appliances, including washers and dryers. All of these washing machines and electric dryers have a four-star rating or better and include tons of positive customer reviews. 

Doing some spring cleaning? It’s a great time invest in a new washer and dryer. We’ve found the best spring cleaning deals on laundry appliances from your favorite brands, including Samsung, LG, Bosch, Maytag and many more. 


Samsung dryer with Bespoke design and AI Optimal Dry, $1,300 (regularly $1,600)

Samsung extra-large capacity smart top-load washer with super speed wash, $799 (regularly $1,199)

Maytag high-efficiency smart top-load washer, $800 (regularly $1,035)


Looking for more than spring cleaning laundry deals? There are already plenty of deals on home appliances to celebrate the season. Shop slashed prices on robot vacuumswashing machineselectric dryersrefrigeratorsinduction ranges and electric rangesdishwashers and more right now.

Check out the best laundry deals right now.

The best spring cleaning washing machine deals

If a better laundry set-up is on your spring cleaning list, check out these deals on top-rated washing machines. We’ve found the best washing machines in 2023 on sale now. These home appliances include the latest and greatest in laundry tech. Shop washing machines with built-in sensors, AI technology, noise reduction and more. 

LG smart Wi-Fi enabled front load washer with TurboWash and Built-In Intelligence

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Looking for a washing machine with major smarts? This LG laundry appliance uses AI technology to select the optimal wash settings. Looking for a smart washer and dryer combo? If you have the matching LG dryer, this washer can auto-select a compatible drying cycle.

Download the LG ThinQ app to control your appliance from your smartphone. Start cycles, check time remaining and more.

LG smart Wi-Fi enabled front load washer with TurboWash and Built-In Intelligence, $1,199 (regularly $1,649)

If 5.2-cubic-feet isn’t enough space to get your laundry done, you can always add on an LG SideKick pedestal washer. This laundry add-on is specially designed for small, custom-care laundry loads and over-flow. 

LG SideKick pedestal washer, $699 (regularly $779)


Maytag high-efficiency smart top-load washer

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This smart appliance has been outfitted with a bunch of cool tech. It features an extra power button to boost stain-fighting performance and Maytag’s Advanced Vibration Control to reduce vibration to help keep disruptive noise to a minimum. Its Auto Sensing tech automatically adjusts the water level for the optimal clean and you can customize each cycle with Maytag Cycle Memory, which stores your last setting choices and then applies those options the next time you use that cycle.

This laundry device can be controlled via the Maytag app. Download the app to your phone or tablet to remotely start or stop the machine, and get end-of-cycle notifications. 

“Hands down, the best washer I could ever imagine,” wrote a verified customer on the Best Buy site

Maytag high-efficiency smart top-load washer, $800 (regularly $1,035)


Samsung extra-large capacity Smart Dial front-load washer with OptiWash

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This 5-cubic-foot Samsung washer can wash a load of laundry in as little as 28 minutes. 

Plus, it features a range of smart abilities that older washers just don’t have. The must-have home appliance is equipped with tech that senses soil levels to improve cleaning and antimicrobial technology to keep the washer drum smelling fresh. Its auto dispense system lets you fill your detergent drawer with up to 20 loads of detergent and softener, and will accurately dispense the right amount of cleaning solution for a perfect wash, every time.

When you download Samsung’s SmartThings App, you can remotely start or stop the appliances, receive end-of-cycle alerts, schedule cycles and more.

Samsung extra-large capacity Smart Dial front-load washer with OptiWash, $1,439 (regularly $1,600)


Samsung front load washer with CleanGuard 

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Samsung has another notable ultra-large capacity washer option. Like the one above, this extra-large capacity smart dial front-loading washer can wash a full load of laundry in 28 minutes. 

This 4.6-star-rated Samsung washer is equipped with smart dial controls that learn and recommend your preferred washing cycles. It features Wi-Fi connectivity so you can receive end of cycle alerts, remotely start or stop your wash and schedule cycles on your time right from your smartphone with the Samsung SmartThings App.

It’s also a good option if you’re looking for a quiet washing machine. This Samsung appliance uses Samsung’s Innovative Vibration Reduction Technology+ to reduce noise and vibration for quiet washing.

Extra-large capacity smart dial front load washer with MultiControl, $1,304 (regularly $1,449)


Samsung smart top-load super speed washer 

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Looking for something even larger? This extra-large capacity washer is 5.5-cubic-feet. It can wash eight pounds of laundry in just 28 minutes. Its built-in water faucet lets you pre-treat soiled or heavily stained clothes. Scrub items right inside your washer, no laundry room sink needed.

 This 4.5-star-rated laundry appliance features integrated Wi-Fi, so you can remotely start or stop your cycle, schedule laundry, receive end-of-cycle alerts and more. 

Samsung extra-large capacity smart top-load washer with super speed wash, $799 (regularly $1,199)


Samsung front-load washer with vibration reduction technology

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Good news if you work from home: This 4.6-star-rated Samsung washer uses vibration reduction technology for a quieter wash. That means no more laundry sounds drowning out your Zoom calls. Customers love that this self-cleaning washer includes 10 preset washing cycles and six additional washing cycles. 

“This washing machine has a wide variety of settings for washing, which is great for a large family and lots of laundry to do,” wrote a Samsung customer who purchased the washer. “The bedding and waterproof items setting are awesome! Without the center cylinder, things like this can tangle, but not so with this setting.”

Samsung front-load washer with vibration reduction technology, $650 (regularly $1,049)


The best spring cleaning electric dryer deals

Pair your washer with one of the best electric dryers in 2023. Shop top-rated dryers from Samsung, LG, Whirlpool, Maytag and more. Many of these smart dryers can be operated remotely from your smart phone and use AI tech and internal sensors to detect the perfect drying and time settings for your laundry load. 

Samsung Smart Dial electric dryer with Super Speed Dry

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This large capacity dryer can dry a full load of laundry in just 30 minutes. According to Samsung, the dryer can eliminate 99.9% of germs and bacteria on clothing. The dryer’s AI-powered Smart Dial learns and recommends your favorite drying cycles and lets you customize your cycle list.

When you download Samsung’s SmartThings App, you can remotely start or stop the appliances, receive end-of-cycle alerts, schedule cycles and more.

Samsung Smart Dial electric dryer with Super Speed Dry, $1,439 (regularly $1,600)


Samsung smart Steam Sanitize+ electric dryer 

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This 4.7-star-rated large capacity dryer features integrated Wi-Fi to remotely start or stop your cycle, schedule laundry, receive end-of-cycle alerts and more. 

According to the brand, this Samsung dryer’s Steam Sanitize+ cycle removes 99.9% of germs and bacteria, over 95% of pollen and kills 100% of dust mites. The home appliance’s multi-steam technology steams away wrinkles, odors, and static.

Samsung smart electric dryer with steam sanitize, $679 (regularly $999)


Whirlpool electric dryer with AutoDry drying system

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Whirlpool makes a 4.6-star-rated dryer that boasts an end-of-cycle periodic tumbling option to prevent creases and wrinkles. The top-rated home appliance features three temperature selections and 14 settings. 

This extra-large capacity dryer is on sale at Best Buy now.

Whirlpool electric dryer with AutoDry drying system, $550 (regularly $675)


Maytag smart electric dryer with Steam and Extra Power button

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Need more power and more space? This 4.5-star-rated, extra-large capacity Maytag dryer features an Extra Power button. Hitting the button boosts drying power on any cycle by extending time, heat and tumbling. The on-sale dryer includes a Reduce Static setting that adds a fine mist of water to tumbling items near the end of the cycle to stop clothing and sheets from clinging. 

Not home? No problem. Use the Maytag app to remotely start or stop your appliance and receive end-of-cycle notifications.

Maytag smart electric dryer with Steam and Extra Power button, $900 (regularly $1,125)


LG smart Wi-Fi-enabled rear control electric dryer with EasyLoad door

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This 4.7-star-rated dryer features a dual-opening door to make unloading clean laundry a breeze. The LG home appliance is outfitted with sensors that detect moisture and auto-adjusts drying time to saving energy.

The machine’s FlowSense duct clogging and clean filter indicators alert you when it’s time to clean the ducts and lint filter for the best possible dry.

LG smart Wi-Fi-enabled rear control electric dryer with EasyLoad door, $799 (regularly $1,150)


LG smart electric dryer

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This 4.6-star-rated dryer uses advanced sensors and AI technology to automatically select the right drying motions, temperatures and more. Use the LG ThinQ app to start or stop the dryer from anywhere and receive alerts. 

It’s on sale now at Best Buy.

LG smart electric dryer, $800 (regularly $1,150)


Beko ventless condensing electric dryer

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This Beko ventless condensing electric dryer tops Energy Star’s most efficient electric dryer list of 2023

The eco-friendly dryer features 15 cycles, including jeans, sanitize and fitness wear. It’s on sale now.

Beko ventless condensing electric dryer, $1,399 (regularly $1,745)


Samsung dryer with Bespoke design and AI Optimal Dry

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This Samsung Bespoke dryer cracks Energy Star’s top five most efficient electric dryers of 2023. 

The energy-efficient dryer can dry a full load in 30 minutes with Samsung’s SuperSpeed Dry technology. The home appliance’s AI Optimal Dry cycle automatically chooses the time and temperature settings based on what you’re drying. It features a reversible door.

Choose from two colors. 

Samsung dryer with Bespoke design and AI Optimal Dry, $1,300 (regularly $1,600)


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14 New Beauty Launches To Fall For This February

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We’ve reached the end of the month of love but we’re still finding things to fall in love with. Be it a new Netflix series to binge-watch or a new restaurant’s menu to binge-eat, our indulgence of choice has to be the month’s beauty launches. So, from Victoria’s Secret intoxicating perfume to Laneige’s mouthwatering flavour, here is a list for you to browse through-

Bath And Body Works Dream Bright Collection

This uniquely fragrant collection complemented with stunning sparkly packaging includes a body lotion, body cream, shower gel, fragrance mist and a single-wick candle. Packed with the goodness of Hyaluronic acid, aloe, Vitamin E, shea butter, coconut oil and cocoa butter- Bath And Body Works’ new launch is this month’s most luxurious indulgence.

Victoria’s Secret Bare Eau de Parfum

Bare Eau de Parfum is a unique scent that adapts to every person’s body chemistry to create a unique scent for all who wear it. It features a blend of musks- mandarins from Madagascar, floral heart of Egyptian violet petals and a cocooning base of Australian sandalwood.

Juice Beauty Blemish Clearing Range

Juice Beauty’s February launch is here to help you say goodbye to acne, blemishes, excessive oil, and enlarged and clogged pores. With their cleanser, serum and oil-free moisturiser, you can experience the goodness of ingredients like pomegranate, aloe, Hyaluronic acid, cucumber, avocado, lemon balm and dandelion. What’s more? All of their products are clinically validated, cruelty-free, vegan and eco-friendly!

82°E Gotu Kola Dew Toner Serum

Deepika Padukone’s skincare brand 82°E saw its fifth launch this month in the name of the Gotu Kola Dew Toner Serum. It is a revitalising toner serum infused with Gotu Kola and Niacinamide that provides the benefits of both a toner and serum. It helps restore the skin’s natural barrier against moisture loss and reduce the appearance of pores- making it a great addition to your self-care ritual.

Skeyndor Power Oxygen And Retinol Kit

Bringing you a one-stop solution for all of your skincare concerns, Skeyndor has launched its Power kits. The Power Oxygen kit helps protect the skin against environmental irritants and daily pollution, and boosts the oxygen level in your skin, reduces irritation, and smoothens the skin. The Power Retinol kit helps revitalise and protect your skin against early signs of ageing.

Foxtale The Diva Overnight Glow Mask

Who wouldn’t want to achieve a radiant complexion while they sleep? Well, Foxtale’s launch of The Diva uses super ingredients like AHA, PHAs, Vitamin E and Provitamin B5 that give your skin a glow with gentle exfoliation overnight. It is designed to deliver brighter, smoother, and younger-looking skin.

Laneige Mango Lip Sleeping Mask

Everyone’s favourite lip mask has launched a new flavour that’ll satisfy every Indian’s fancies. Laneige’s mango variant brings tropical fruitiness into your night-time regime while delivering intense hydration.

Kiko Milano Energy Shake Collection

Give your beauty routine an energy boost with this new launch from Kiko Milano. Their Energy Shake collection offers a lineup of high-impact cosmetic products like the Ginseng eyeshadow palette, matte lip stylo, metallic liquid eye shadow, long-lasting eyeliner and kajal, ginger brightening face mask, serum lip balm, and coffee eye patches.

House Of Nykaa’s New Brand, Nyveda

Nyveda is a new Ayurvedic beauty and wellness brand, that focuses on of holistic wellbeing. This brand debuts exclusively on Nykaa.com with a range of hair and skin oils that are infused with potent roots and ingredients with proven benefits of nourishment and care. The range includes two hair oils- Nyveda Revive My Roots and Nyveda Restore My Shine and a body oil- Nyveda Nourish My Skin Body Oil.

Typsy Beauty Twist & Pout

Typsy Beauty, a conceptual beauty brand, has launched their new collection of The Twist & Pout Dual Lipsticks. This collection is symbolic of power and femininity and wants you to be ‘better than basic’. It offers eight shades with quirky names like Spills Tea, On Wednesdays, Left On Red and Nude-Tella.

SimplyNam Rustic Brown Eyeshadow

Namrata Soni’s makeup brand has launched another shade in their cream and power eyeshadow duo called Rustic Brown. The colour brown accentuates the colour of your eyes and gives a natural effect to your face. The eyeshadow has hints of soft gold glitter and is perfect for creating a “no-makeup” makeup look.

E.L.F. Cosmetics Glossy Lip Stains

Lip stains are the newest internet obsessions and the newly launched Glossy Lip Stains are as exciting as ever. Available in eight shades, these lightweight and non-drying formulas give your lips a healthy sheen. They also promise longevity by being transfer-proof.

Earth Rhythm Summer Ready Kit

Temperatures are rising and Earth Rhythm’s launch of the summer-ready kit is here to help us beat the heat. It comprises of an Ultra Defence SPF 50, Just Twist It vegan kohl pencil and their famous lip and cheek tint. The brand is also 100% vegan, inclusive and sustainable.

Plum 2% Niacinamide Sunscreen with SPF 50

There’s a new Niacinamide serum in the market for all you skincare geeks out there! Plum has launched a lightweight, quick-absorbing, hybrid sunscreen that is packed with the goodness of 2% Niacinamide, rice water, hybrid filters, and SPF 50 PA+++. It is tailored for all skin types and formulated to improve skin texture and barrier function while keeping the skin moisturised and plump.



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Christian Music Gets New Sound – World News Report

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We all come with some assembly required,
so it’s a good thing I put my faith in a carpenter.”

— “We’re Still Here” by Reverse Mechanic

MINNEAPOLIS, MN, USA, February 28, 2023 /EINPresswire.com/ — A new artist has burst onto the scene, carrying with him sounds of Pop, Alternative Hip Hop, and Spoken Word, the likes of which Christian music is not particularly accustomed to.

Independent Minnesota Artist Reverse Mechanic has been in the music scene for over a decade, but is finally embarking on his first Christian album. The change comes as a result of a remarkable faith journey that has set him ablaze for the Lord as his faith has been radically tested and deepened in recent years. His dad’s death, a major car accident and subsequent surgeries, broken personal relationships, and his recent confirmation on Easter of 2022 serve as ample fodder for the mega-album he is calling “Broken Down.”

“I’ve been an artist for a long time, and I’ve been a Christian for a long time, but after getting confirmed last year it seemed about time that I finally put it all together and become a Christian artist,” Joe Wistrcill of Reverse Mechanic explains. “I want to dedicate the best of myself, including my art, to God.”

Known for his unique sound that follows the motto “making you think while making you move,” his special blend of alternative hip hop and indie pop promises to bring a unique flair to the Christian music realm. Just one example will be a powerful new music video for his song “We’re Still Here” that is set to be released on March 24th. As the lyrics relate:

We don’t always feel heavenly-acquired.

But dawn breaks and its meant to be a harbinger.

… We are meant to be inspired,

light comes through the brokenness and shines from the arbiter.

… we are trembling and tired,

But don’t miss the point, get a sharpener.

We all come with some assembly required,

so it’s a good thing I put my faith in a carpenter.

It’s an incredibly raw and honest song that brings refreshing alternative sounds to the Christian music scene. We encourage all fans of Christian music as well as pop/alternative music to check it out when it is released on March 24, 2023, and stay tuned for the broader “Broken Down” journey that will continue to release new singles and/or music videos every month of the year.

More about the “Broken Down” project:

As a response to the brokenness in the world and within himself, R.M. has embarked on an ambitious endeavor to bring hope and healing to the world. In the album, he wrestles with all the ugliness that so often taints our humanity, and finds in the end that truth, beauty, and goodness have the final word. A veritable mega-album of sorts, the project is a 30+ track magnum opus resulting in years of difficult searching, diligent writing, significant hardship, and spiritual conversion.

See more recent releases from the project by clicking here or here (or even here).

Joe Wistrcill
Reverse Mechanic
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We’re Still Here (unreleased music video)



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