I hesitate to call a former commander in chief adorable but how cute is George Bush and his striped socks here? This is patriotic dressing done right. No need for a red/white/and blue bedazzled plastic vest, people. Continue reading »
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Patriotic Plumes
American politics really comes with it’s own baffling wardrobe. Just when you think you think nobody knows how to wear anything other than boring ties and yucky pantsuits, this woman walks in. Continue reading »
In Which I buy my first Vera Wang
I love Vera Wang. She might be my favorite designer, if I was able to pick favorites. I don’t do well with superlatives… ususally. But this week, after finding what I consider to be my BEST deal in my ENTIRE shopping history, I can proudly say I own my first Vera Wang! I found it … Continue reading »
In which I try to talk about politics
So, I caught bits and pieces of the GOP convention this week. Here’s my take about this whole thing (seriously overgeneralized, natch): Condoleezza Rice had the best speech, even if she did have lipstick on her teeth. She is a person who I think has a really good idea of what our country needs and … Continue reading »
Janus Bracelet
After noticing the bracelet Angelina Jolie wears in The Tourist I mentioned it in a post a while back. Seems like a lot of other people noticed this bracelet too and have wondered where to find one. The charm features the mythological Roman god Janus, often portrayed as having two faces; one looking to the future, one to the past. … Continue reading »
Marilyn Monroe/Lady Gaga.
America loves Marilyn. So does Italian atelier Salvatore Ferragamo whose designs Monroe often wore. See their new book of photos here. I liked this one: I recently saw My Week with Marilyn which I liked a lot. The movie is based off a book and alleged true stories about an assitant film director who made … Continue reading »
Teenage [Boxing] Dream: Claressa Shields.
“Now let us go outside and try our skill in various sports, so this stranger when he is home can tell his friends how much better we are than other men in boxing, wrestling, running, and leaping…Amphialus then leapt furthest, while Elatreus conquered with the discus, and Laodamas, Alcinous’ fine son, won in the boxing.” … Continue reading »
