Quoth the Quirky

Following Jackie's lead, I finally decided to take a go at La Duchesse's TGBOL prompt for the week* because, hey, quirkiness is something this chick can totally get behind. I like quirk. And, if you like quirk, I'm happy to share mine. I hope you will too. 1/Music: Is it possible to get any quirkier than Disco?…

Fierce Texan Women

As International Women's Month draws to a close, I thought I'd share a glimpse at a few of my favorite fine, fierce and fabulous women from Texas -- where we grow 'em beautiful, bright, and brave. Joan Crawford, San Antonio, Texas.   Sissy Spacek, Quitman, Texas.   Farrah Fawcett, Corpus Christi, Texas.   Robin Wright, Dallas, Texas…

Farewell to the Charismatic Chameleon

David Bowie was the consummate performer. Whether on stage, screen, or in the pages of Vogue, his chameleon-like ability to transform and reinvent himself made this private man a legend that was larger than life. Forever a champion of the underdog, Bowie implored listeners to "turn and face the strange."  His androgynous charm attracted admirers of all…

Even Cool Girls Wear Pearls

Your style doesn't have to be a feminist manifesto, but wouldn't that be fun? This season's hottest accessory is the pearl. But what if your style doesn't usually call for something so quite so ... dainty? You don't have to be June Cleaver or Betty Draper to caress your neck with one of the world's most…

Do the Eyes Have It?

Alas!

Just where do these little suckers go? It's the same for pony tail holders. Why is it that our hair accessories insist on disappearing? Who can stop this madness?

Last Wishes an’ All

Having a Bad Bod Day?

Let's face it, we all have bad bod days. By way of comparison, bad hair days are a breeze when compared to bad bod days. For bad hair days, God created ponytails and braids. For exceptionally frustrating bad hair days, some genius invented baseball caps. But, for bad bod days ... well, sometimes the remedies have…

A Sexy Twist on Positive Body Image

Lane Bryant has put a sexy spin on the popular Victoria's Secret Angel campaign with it's own cunning new #ImNoAngel campaign. Some people have taken offense, stating that LB is actually attacking Angels and slender women and even promoting "unhealthy lifestyles" ... WHAT? Lane Bryant is clearly celebrating all women. At its harshest, it's a good-natured poke in the eye…

But it Was on Sale: Surviving the Tragedy of NBR

Non-buyers remorse, known in retail therapy circles as NBR, is that cruel condition wherein the consumer experiences intense regret for failing to finalize the purchase of a much desired item. Regardless of the precautions we take, it happens to even the best of us. When it strikes, the results can be devastating. Symptoms can include hand-wringing, lip-biting, and general…