Mother’s Day is one of those holidays where we formulaically “celebrate” the women in our lives; Moms get breakfast in bed and flowers, and Dads get to be celebrated for half-assedly doing the things that Moms are handling every damn day anyway. Times are changing, but the holiday is basically the same. This Mother’s Day, … Continue reading This Mother’s Day, I want change
Edmontonians: Here’s How You Can Help Migrants in the USA
We compiled a list of things you can do to fight against this evil, so if you're feeling numb and heartbroken, read on. You have more power than you realize.
Beauty Is Not Conditional
So whenever I lose weight, I know it’s time to re-examine myself and be critical. Am I losing weight naturally and healthily, or is my fixation on my appearance manifesting itself in unsafe habits yet again?
What’s In a Name?
I’ll never understand why white people in Canada insist on anglicising names. And why should we change our own identities to placate our colonizers? Wasn’t 600 years enough?
The One Where The Salty Fashionistas Interview Each Other
The Salty Fashionistas sat down to interview each other. Watch as they talk about their passion for fashion, Edmonton's art scene, and what exactly has made them the salty fashionistas they are.
This is NOT a Mommy Blog
This isn’t a mommy blog, but this is a blog written by two women of colour, one of whom is a working mom.
Love Your Mother
Today is Mother's Day in Guatemala, El Salvador, and Mexico. With that in mind, Salty Mars wrote this piece to celebrate the most important woman in her life.
The One Where The Salty Fashionistas Interview Nisha Patel
The Salty Fashionistas sat down with Edmonton poet Nisha Patel to talk fashion, art, politics, and her feisty stage persona SalT (pronounced Salty).
Packing Light(er)
Knowing how to pack for trips is essential skill for travellers. Read the Salty Fashionistas 7 tips for packing light.
Keeping Guests Safe from Sexual Predators at Your Next Party
When you throw a party and one guest complains about another's sexual advances, you might wonder what you can do to make them feel safe. If this is you, read on to see what Salty Guadalupe had to say.
