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Shopping The Closet
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Once upon a time...there were 3 friends in the apparel industry who swore they would shop their own closets for 4 months. As it turned out, they really sucked at it. Join them on their adventures as they navigate malls,dodge unnecessary accoutrements, and succumb to the beauty that is fashion.
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There And Back

Its been 10 days since I last wrote. Im not sure what I even want to write about now. *** I sat in Pops rocker on the screened porch he loved so much and thought about what made him so special. He sa...

6 days ago

On My Mind

Life has felt surreal. My head is reeling with so many thoughts on life and death and our purpose here on earth and while I am dying to start pounding out some of these things on the keyboard, I dont...

14 may 12

Heavy Heart

I knew something was wrong when the phone began to ring around 7am yesterday morning. When I saw my mothers number on my caller ID I knew deep inside that my fears were about to be realized. My incre...

06 may 12

Something Missing

This weekend was great on so many levels. To start it off spending an afternoon and night with my two little angels was a sure fire sign that all would be well with the world. Im glad it turned out t...

01 may 12

Best Friday Night EVER...

Sometimes life really is THIS good...

30 apr 12

TGIF

Thank goodness its Friday.  I dont know about you, but this week seemed like Tuesday was Wednesday and Wednesday was Thursday and then it was beyond disappointing to realize yesterday morning th...

27 apr 12

Freedom Of Expression

Clothing is my passion. It always has been. Since my early teens, I have expressed myself through my personal style. Back then, I stood in awe of designers like Gaultier, Westwood, Betsy Johnson and ...

23 apr 12

Fresh Produce

A while back I was contacted by the people at Fresh Produce, an online apparel company for women. They offered me an item of my choice in exchange for a review here on the blog. I had never heard of ...

22 apr 12

A Wrinkle In Time

I nicked these images from a YSL book I borrowed from my local library. (Meaning I took pictures of the pictures ~ I would never rip them out!) What I love most about them is how you cannot tell if t...

19 apr 12

It Only Takes A Spark To Start A Fire

Sometimes when I have no clue what to wear I turn on the old laptop and check out what youve all been wearing.It doesnt mean I am looking to necessarily replicate an outfit. Sometimes just seeing how...

18 apr 12

The Thriftanista

The only negative about my new job other than the occasional 3 hour commute (One way! And can you believe it happened again Monday morning?) is how it has seriously cramped my thrift shopping. Having...

17 apr 12

Prints Charming

Lately I have been all about prints, whether in dresses, tops or bottoms I cannot seem to get enough! top photo:dress & enamel bangles: ny&cogold bangle: jcrew middle photo: pants: ny&am...

16 apr 12

Shes Got The Look

 Thank you all for your sweet comments yesterday!Im sure that; as suggested by Pamela, my running and eating habits have certainly had something to do with my complexion. I did find it interesti...

15 apr 12

What Not To Wear

Measuring in at 51 (and a 1/2!) finding pants that fit me lengthwise is no easy feat. Most times I find a pant that I like I must have it hemmed. That brings on an inner struggle over whether or not ...

14 apr 12

An Instagram Easter

This year, Easter week was busy and bustling with excitement as we anticipated a visit from my mother. She arrived on Good Friday shortly after my husband and I had arrived home from work. Mom had ye...

13 apr 12

Making A Statement

I pity the poor fool who doesnt own such a bad~ass necklace! necklace & sunglasses: expressjacket: limited

05 apr 12

Tagged

summer 2009 emerald isle, nc My friend Pamela tagged me yesterday to answer these 11 questions about myself, so here goes! What reality show would you be on? Realistically, House Hunters (does that c...

03 apr 12 1 person likes this

Business Edge

When I had the chance to wear a little color at work I took it to a whole other level with an edgy necklace and tights to match.You can count on me to bring the edge to business dressing! top: ny&...

02 apr 12

Life Lately

On March 23rd our family was delighted to welcome its newest member, my niece Lily Jacqueline. I know I am partial, but seriously, my brother and sister in law make the cutest babies. She has already...

01 apr 12

Got Your Back

What a week this has been and its not even over yet!I knew I was in for a wild ride at work this week, so I stayed in New York at my brother and future sister in laws house Monday and Tuesday night. ...

23 mar 12

Spring Fever

I love adding elements of the current season to my home, and while it might seem overzealous to be decorating for Easter in early March, the thermometer has totally said its acceptable. With tem...

20 mar 12

StrengthsFinders

Years ago I took the Clifton StrengthsFinder 2.0 quiz at work. All the leaders in the company took this to help us all leverage our strengths to maximize our leadership potential. I totally get ...

19 mar 12

My Fat Story, Part 2

I found out I was pregnant in early 1994. It was a crazy thought and my head swirled with fear, anxiety and overall shock. Although I had been living on my own since the fall of 1992, had a good job ...

18 mar 12

My Fat Story, Part 1

Most of the time I write here with my tongue firmly placed in my cheek. I am a believer in gentle comic relief or silly sarcasm. I have drama pop up in my life from time to time as you all do. There ...

15 mar 12

When In Rome

Around this time of year I start looking at my pasty white legs and I find myself dreaming about the warm glow of the sun gently tinting them a shimmering brown. The siren call of the tanning bed beg...

14 mar 12 1 person likes this

For Good Measure

Ive been boasting about my deep closet dives and I thought it was time to come through and show you all what exactly I am talking about ~ even though I am a little wrinkled and disheveled after worki...

13 mar 12

May I Take Your Order?

Having to wear a dress code based on color is a wonderful thing for someone like me who is embracing the "less is more" mindset. I just cannot justify buying myself something I wont be able t...

12 mar 12 1 person likes this

That Loving Feeling

There was so much I loved about yesterday.I had a great day at work, I felt comfortable in this outfit, temperatures were in the 70s, and I arrived home while it was still light out. It was one of th...

09 mar 12

iPhone Life

Life is a whirlwind lately. I feel as if yesterday was Saturday but it will already be Saturday again in just two days? How could that be? Im still trying to find my groove in getting back to wo...

08 mar 12

Projections

Saturday just felt good.The forecast for wet and dingy weather was instead a reality of warm, dry, beautiful sunny skies. The fine weather was so infectious that I couldnt help but feel warm and sunn...

04 mar 12

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