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Fashion Forward: Wedgie-Proof Underwear

Forget about Ralph Lauren, Tommy Hilfiger and Donna Karan, the hottest fashion designers on the block these days are 8-year-old twin boys. If you tuned into “The Ellen DeGeneres Show” last week you might be familiar with Justin and Jared Serovich’s fashion forward creation—-wedgie-proof underwear also known as the “Rip Away 1000.” The boys rigged boxer shorts and fabric fasteners to hold together some seams—and voila—instant protection from underwear grabbing bullies. “When the person tries to grab you and tries to give you a wedgie – they just rip away,” Justin explained to DeGeneres. The third graders say they came … Continue reading →

Must Have Items For Fall That You May Already Own

Just in time for Halloween the weather around here is finally beginning to feel fall-like. (Never mind that I pulled out our sweaters and corduroy pants months ago.) As I perused my closet the other night I was pleasantly surprised (make that shocked) to see that I actually own a few items that fashion experts claim are “must-have” pieces for Fall 2007. This, of course, means that if my closet has items fit for a fall fashionista, yours must too. Take a look at the following list and see if you have the makings of a trendy fall collection in … Continue reading →

Back To School Fashion Trends

I ran over to the mall this morning to get a new battery for my watch. BIG mistake. I would guess that every intermediate and high school student in the county was there buying new outfits to wear to the first day of school tomorrow. Growing up I went to Catholic school, so needless to say, my summers weren’t spent doing the mall crawl searching for the perfect back to school ensemble. Rather, my mom spent the better half of the summer sewing school uniforms (navy blue slacks and skirts paired with white shirts and navy blue block knot ties). … Continue reading →

Fashion Trends: Hair Restoration for Women

I don’t have long, luxurious locks like Denise Richards or Jennifer Lopez. And to be completely honest, I’m glad I don’t because I stink when it comes to maintaining the perfect do. I simply don’t have time (see: don’t want to make time) to spend hours in the bathroom washing, rinsing, repeating, blow drying, crimping, curling, brushing or braiding hair. (It’s all I can do to maintain my short, low-maintenance do.) That being said I am still very grateful that I have been blessed with a full head of hair. Hair loss is a devastating dilemma for a millions of … Continue reading →

Fashionista’s Aha! Moment

Wikipedia defines “fashionista” as someone who is an “avid follower of fashion.” Perhaps, then you could consider actress Pam Anderson the “anti-fashionista.” It’s not so much that she doesn’t follow fashion, she just… well, she’s just not credited with being very fashionable. The guru of fashion Mr. Blackwell once called Anderson “the worst dressed star trying to stay on television.” Known for sashaying around L.A. in her Daisy dukes and barely-there shirts that accentuated her famous chest, Anderson had another trademark clothing item—those infamous UGGs. The former “Baywatch” star is actually credited with popularizing the sheepskin boots. In fact, in … Continue reading →

Fall Fashion Preview—Short Skirts and “Acid” Accents

With temperatures hovering near MINUS 15 degrees Fahrenheit (at least here in the Upper Midwest) it’s hard to think about wearing short, flirty skirts. But, short hemlines are one of the first trends to emerge from New York Fashion Week. The annual event, currently underway in the Big Apple, is drawing huge crowds of celebrities, their stylists, fashion editors and retailers. In a previous blog I listed some of the first must-have items to emerge from the runways. This blogs recaps some of the other trends revealed at yesterday’s shows. While the rest of the country was prepping to watch … Continue reading →

New York Fashion Week—–Hot Trends For Fall

Fashion Week is underway in New York City and while the BIG names in fashion, including Marc Jacobs, Calvin Klein and Vera Wang have yet to unveil their collections experts say they are already spotting hot, new trends. It seems you should stick with your New Year’s exercise regime if you want to look good in the hot new looks for Fall 2007. According to fashion editors, fitter, tailored clothes are among the must-have items this season. As for the popular colors–winter whites, beige-tone neutrals, plum, green and teal are hot for fall. Look for the trends in fashion magazines … Continue reading →

Fashion Don’t: Baggy Pants

I have written my share of fashion blogs over the past few months. I tend to limit the number of times I inject my own opinion about fashion trends simply because I feel what works for one person may not work for another. As I have mentioned before I am partial to khakis rather than super skinny jeans and prefer little to no makeup versus the Tammy Faye Bakker look (but, like I said to each his/her own). There is however a fashion trend I have not been silent about—super baggy pants. You know the ones wannabe rappers (yes, I’m … Continue reading →

Fashion Forward? WARNING Labels On Clothes For Obese People

When you think of the types of labels attached to pieces of clothing what comes to mind? I think of washing/care instructions, size labels, and the price tag. I have never seen or considered placing a warning label on clothing–besides the fire resistant labels on children’s pajamas. But, that may be changing if a leading British professor gets his way. Naveed Sattar, professor of metabolic medicine at the University of Glasgow, wants warning labels placed on the clothes obese people buy. According to news reports, Sattar is suggesting that oversized clothing should have obesity help line numbers sewn on them … Continue reading →

Fashion Disaster: Lady in Red Times Four… Oh My!!

It’s every female’s worst nightmare—showing up to a formal event wearing the same dress as another guest. If you think that’s bad consider this TRUE story about that very predicament happening to three women and the party’s famous hostess at a much-publicized event. The Kennedy Center Honors is regarded as one of Washington’s biggest nights for stars, and glamorous fashion. Last Sunday hundreds of socialites turned out in their designer gowns at the exclusive White House reception that goes with the ceremony. But, the buzz around the room wasn’t about the night’s big honorees; rather chatter centered around a single … Continue reading →