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Helping you recognize your own beauty, one post at a time
#2219 in All , #535 in General Fashion

My Thoughts on Oil Cleansing

So. I’ve been using nothing but oil and water on my face since late October. Before I made the decision to do this, I did EXTENSIVE research. Meaning I had a five-minute conversation with Beaut...

5 h ago 1 person likes this

Insomniac Sale Picks: Full and A-line Skirts

*In this late-night feature – which will run Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday of each week – I’ll gather up three fun items that are currently on sale online and share them with you...

11 h ago

Strong, Sexy & Stylish Podcast – Episode 4: The Look Good, Feel Good Connection

In this episode, Style and Body Image Writer Sally McGraw (that’s me!) leads a discussion on the connections between looking gorgeous and feeling confident. All three contributors share stories...

16 h ago

Dressed for: Second Chances

Vintage scarf, thrifted – similar Black boat neck tee, thrifted - similar Asymmetric houndstooth skirt, Lida Baday via Saks - more houndstooth skirts Black tights, Pure Matte 100 courtesy Falke...

18 h ago

Reader Request: International Shopping Resources

Reader Megan e-mailed me this request: As an international reader (from Sydney, Aus!), I was thinking it’d be great if you could write up your favourite online shopping stores that are reliable...

1 day ago

UnitedStyles Review and Giveaway

How about a custom-designed dress from UnitedStyles? I’m giving one away this week! Click through to enter. PLEASE NOTE: You must click through and comment on the official contest post to quali...

1 day ago 1 person likes this

Dressed for: An Early Celebration

Dress,vintage via Rewind Vintage - similar Tights, Target (no longer available) - similar (deep burgundy color) Boots - Frye Vera Slouch Necklace, The Pudding Store – similar Hoops, Raisa’...

1 day ago

Return, Repurpose, Resell

If you bat a thousand when it comes to style-related purchases, you’re my hero. I’ve never known anyone who adores and uses every item she ever buys and never makes a shopping blunder, bu...

2 days ago

Sunday Shoes: Sorel Earhart Boots

These lovely Sorel Earharts have served me well this winter.* As I’ve mentioned, I love my Joan of Arctics but found out a few months back that they won’t work for long walks. These WILL....

2 days ago 1 person likes this

Recommended Reading: Consider Me Lovely

Rocquelle is absolutely radiant, isn’t she? In addition to having bold taste, an amazing wardrobe, and the world’s most beautiful smile, this amazing gal is also a bona-fide body image wa...

3 days ago

Groove Your Body to … Joni Mitchell

It’s Saturday night! Why not groove your body to “Big Yellow Taxi” by Joni Mitchell? Share this on Facebook Tweet This! Stumble upon something good? Share it on StumbleUpon Digg thi...

3 days ago

Lovely Links: 2/10/12

Autumn’s two-part series exploring the meanings of and emotions evoked by the word “glamour” is a definite must-read: Part 1 and Part 2. I’m a sucker for an outfit that includ...

4 days ago

Already Prettypoll: Unusual Inspirations

Most of my dressing inspiration comes from pretty traditional sources: Magazines, catalogs, blogs. But since I’m such a color fiend, I am constantly looking beyond the world of fashion for colo...

5 days ago

Insomniac Sale Picks: Walkable Sandals

*In this late-night feature – which will run Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday of each week – I’ll gather up three fun items that are currently on sale online and share them with you...

5 days ago

Dressed for: Consulting on Closets

Black boat neck tee, thrifted - similar Alexander McQueen skull scarf Green skirt, Anthropologie (no longer available) – similar Black opaque tights, Commando courtesy Peek Brooklyn Platform pu...

5 days ago 2 people like this

Reader Request: Incorporating Oddballs

Bubu e-mailed me this question: My mother-in-law asked if I’d be interested in a leather jacket [then] she showed me a knee-length black leather a-line coat with a tie waist and a black fur (re...

6 days ago

More Fun Topics at Coffee Talk

The discussion has turned to lip products over at Internation Delight’s Coffee Talk Community. Come on by and let us know if you’re dedicated to lipstick, lip gloss, or lip balm! Image vi...

6 days ago 1 person likes this

Insomniac Sale Picks: Comfy, Casual Maxi Dresses

*In this late-night feature – which will run Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday of each week – I’ll gather up three fun items that are currently on sale online and share them with you...

6 days ago

Dressed for: Mixing it Up

Swing coat, Marimekko via Finnstyle - more Marimekko Floral tunic, thrifted – similar print Skinny jeans, courtesy Karen Kane Heeled booties, Jeannot (no longer available) – similar Earri...

6 days ago

Closet Alternatives

Discussions of wardrobe organization always center on closets. How big is your closet? What kind of shelves and racks are inside? What gadgets do you use to keep it in ship shape? But many of us have...

08 feb 12 1 person likes this

Insomniac Sale Picks: Jeans for Pears

*In this late-night feature – which will run Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday of each week – I’ll gather up three fun items that are currently on sale online and share them with you...

08 feb 12

Dressed for: The Great Indoors

Moto jacket, Levi’s (no longer available) – similar Dress, via HauteLook - similar print/cut Leggings, Hue (no longer available) – similar Boots, Diesel Go-go (no longer available) ...

08 feb 12

How to Downplay Your Hips

My body has shifted and changed a lot over the years, but my hips have remained constant. No matter how much or little I’ve weighed, I’ve always had full thighs and hips. And I’m no...

07 feb 12 3 people like this

Foxcroft Button-front Shirt Review and Giveaway

I’ve got a Foxcroft blouse just like this one to give away! Click through to enter the contest. PLEASE NOTE: You must click through and comment on the official contest post to qualify for entry...

07 feb 12

Strong, Sexy & Stylish SHORT – Nadine Thornhill

We’ve decided to start rolling out some Strong, Sexy & Stylish SHORTS: Brief podcasts in which we share tips, product recommendations, books, blogs, and other great resources. In this first...

07 feb 12

Dressed for: Fancy Phone Calls

Cardigan, Anthropologie (no longer available) – similar (sulphur) Dress, Athleta (no longer available) - similar cut and fit Belt, thrifted – similar (dark pink) Tights- SPANX High-waiste...

07 feb 12

Outside In

My experience with cultivating positive body image may seem a bit backwards. I know many women who feel like they’ve only ever been valued for their looks, feel like so few people care about th...

06 feb 12 1 person likes this

Sunday Shoes: John Fluevog Adriana Luna Boots

  As you all know, I’m madly in love with these boots. Madly, madly, madly. They are comfortable, cool, and fit like a dream due in part to a shaft that fits close to my calf and a top buc...

05 feb 12

On Coexistence

Image via Eat Well. Share this on Facebook Tweet This! Stumble upon something good? Share it on StumbleUpon Digg this! Share this on Reddit Post on Google Buzz Share this on Tumblr Email this to a fr...

05 feb 12

Groove Your Body to … M83

It’s Saturday night! Why not groove your body to “Midnight City” by M83? Share this on Facebook Tweet This! Stumble upon something good? Share it on StumbleUpon Digg this! Share thi...

05 feb 12

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