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If you are an 80s baby like myself, then you remember shoulder pads. From middle school to early college, shoulder pads were the standard in most jackets and shirts. I had many pieces of attire that were punctuated by shoulder pads.... Well, they're back! From the runways of Miss Sixty, Diane von Furstenberg, Herve Leger, BCBG, Jason Wu, Nicole Miller and Alexander Wang, big square shoulders took over fall previews at Fashion Week. What do you think, hot or not? … [Read more...]
I am a huge Maxwell fan...I remember waiting in line for hours while in grad school in DC just to meet him in Tower Music. It was well worth the wait...a hug and a kiss on the cheek was my reward..I was in heaven! Take a peek at his new video, "Pretty Wings." Pretty fabulous, eh? A little older, a little wiser, a little finer... Keep it strictly stylish! … [Read more...]
HAPPY MAN DAY! I am all about shameless self promotion...so I am urging you to check out the Esquire Best Dressed Real Man Contest to view the profile of the most dapper, classiest, best dressed real man, Patrick Gill, who just so happens to be my hubby! Click here for the link and take a peek. Voting officially begins on May 1st. Happy clicking! Keep it strictly stylish! … [Read more...]
If you are a Target, i.e. Tar-jay, stan like I am, you are always on the prowl for a steal and a deal. I absolutely loved it when they started introducing designer lines. This summer, Tracy Feith will be showcasing a collection of pretty frocks and jumpers. Be sure to get be at your nearby Target on May 17th to grab some goodies. Grab them expeditiously---the fabfest ends on June 27th. Here are some looks (plus the designer himself--he's a cutie!) and here's some … [Read more...]
HAPPY MAN DAY! Now if you think that your suit collection is the hottest thing in town, think again... Check out the world's most expensive suit...a whopping $103,000. From NY Mag: The world's most expensive suit will be unveiled at a party in London tonight. Designed by Alexander Amosu, the suit costs $103,000. So it's perfectly sensible for Amosu to arrange for extra security to accompany the suit to the party, where it will be transported in an armored Range Rover. Amosu is also … [Read more...]
Since the weather is warming up on the East Coast, the smell of BBQs fill the air on any given day when the temps hit 65 degrees or above. Being a truly Southern girl, I absolutely adore grilling on the barby and inviting a few friends over to enjoy with me. Because I can't do anything just like everyone else, I love to have a themed BBQ...have to be different! Here are few great themes for your next BBQ: The Lobster Boil Hold a cookout, New England style. Cook corn on the cob, … [Read more...]
Happy Monday! It's time for a Who Looked More Fab? post. Here we have the Mystique Gladiator sandals from the Owl's Lab in NYC as worn by Denise Richards and Kat Deluna. I must ask you, Who Looked More Fab? poll by twiigs.com Keep it strictly stylish! … [Read more...]
I have found my new obsession of the spring and summer: Fitflops! I first saw them on Oprah and absolutely had to have a pair. Well, I was fortunate enough to receive a white pair--and the color is so appropriate--they feel like heaven! They work out your legs while disguising themselves as a clever pair of flip flops. This is ideal for someone like me who loves to stay in shape but hates exercise--go figure! Anyhoo, they also reduce lower back pain. So that means that I an … [Read more...]
Were you named best dressed in grade school? In high school? Or in college? Or has your style swagger only come to you of recent? If you think you have the necessary and above and beyond style chops, enter the contest to be named Esquire's Best Dressed Man. Fill out an app and send your pic in soon...the deadline is April 27th. You can find the deets here. Good luck and keep it strictly stylish! … [Read more...]
Bugatti has always been known as an ultra deluxe car and much sought after by the wealthy drivers who crave ridiculously fast cars. Well, if you are not fortunate enough--or foolish enough, depending on how fast and furious you are----here's your chance to own your very own--for a mere $1.58 million: Bugatti will mark its 100th birthday with a celebration the factory is calling its “Centenaire”, which will result, at the end of this year, in an announcement regarding a future … [Read more...]
