Bagging it up: Carrying the ten essentials

May 2, 2011

When I’m out and about, I don’t like carrying much. Having to haul stuff is so burdensome, so I make sure whatever I do have is completely necessary and can fit in my pockets. If for some reason I must carry more than I can hold, I take one of my bags along with me. A messenger is my shape of choice. It’s utilitarian, and not pursey or womanly at all; it can carry a good amount, but at the same time, isn’t too huge.

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The Evolution of Fashion (or, why classic style is the best style)

April 28, 2011

If you’ve been reading this site for any length of time, you’ll know I’m a bit anti-fashion, meaning I’m against going 100% trendy, or following trends to the letter because, well, they pass. To be more accurate, fashion trends (re)cycle every 20 years or so. Have you noticed?

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Ten essentials: 10 things I can’t live without / use daily / bring with me everywhere… plus 5&B launch event news

April 25, 2011

Since a lot of you guys were asking what items I have and can’t live without, I thought I’d compile this list. I could live without some of these (maybe), so think of it as a list of things I use daily or happen to bring with me everywhere.

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Back to Basics: What color looks best with your skin type

April 21, 2011

Let’s talk about what looks best with your skin color. Color and complexion are pretty important topics we haven’t discussed much here. This seems to be monumentally important to the ladies when they apply makeup, which makes sense when you’re basically coloring your face.

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It’s not about the event, but about the process

April 14, 2011
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Attention-grabbing headlines are events, and we are so wrapped up in our expectations for instant gratification, that we forget about the process.

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