media

elle editor: average women = not inspiring {disgusted}

I very much dislike this woman:

In any case, Myers claimed that according to a study, “average women are not actually inspired to look at women who look like them.” She continued: “In fact, they respond more to women who are a little bit above average… There is something always aspirational.” And: “Look, the average woman is 5'3″ and weights 160 lbs. You're not gonna see a lot of that on the runways or in movies.” A hint of condescension was [...]

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3 May
2010

decorate, green, home

ampersand pillow

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Well, of course I am going to love this pillow.

It’s an ampersand. It’s one of the symbols of this lovely site. Bonus points for it being made of recycled plastic.

$79

ampersand pillow by alexandraferguson

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21 Apr
2010

general

seahorses {random beauty}

, originally uploaded by astrocruzan.

This reminds me of the Snorks.

Who remembers those? Best. Show. Ever.

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20 Apr
2010

message from management

back in business {blog update}

So….I was down for awhile, thanks to some host problems. I may be switching again soon, but hopefully this time it will go off without a htich.

I’m missing a few posts, I know, so I’ll try to e-do them or find a draft somewhere.

Thanks for being patient.

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17 Apr
2010

jewelry and accessories

hands necklace

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This silver-plated necklace says it’s a Victorian style.

I really just like hands. They’re pretty.

$26

silvery grasp sterling neovictorian necklace by luminoddities at etsy

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8 Apr
2010

tech & hacks

smrtcase iphone case

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Ever try to cram your iPhone into a tiny purse for going out, only to spill your credit cards everywhere?

Yeah, me too.

This cute iPhone case should solve that problem. It fits a couple of cards without any hassle

$29.99

smrtcase

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7 Apr
2010

wear

lamixx drop waist dress

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I have a couple of drop-waist dresses and I love them.

They’re simple and perfect for a lazy weekend brunch with the girls. This Lamixx dress is a cheap and pretty option.

$44

drop waist knit long sleeve dress by lamixx on etsy

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7 Apr
2010

inspiration, media

add more ~ing to your life {review}

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This review was based on items sent to me — for free — for review

This year has been pretty crazy for me, with ups and downs a plenty.

I’m not one to turn to self-help books, but I do read a lot of books to better myself. I usually get about halfway through them before I get bored.

This book is based off of A Course in Miracles an interesting book [...]

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6 Apr
2010

wear

lace banded skirt worn by taylor momsen

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I bought a lace dress a while back, partially to use it as a skirt.

Maybe I should have gotten this adorable skirt.

Even Taylor Momsen knows!

$109

miss ferriday black lace banded skirt

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1 Apr
2010

green, wear

spun corsage top

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Oh man, Sara from SPUN didn’t lie. There are frills and gorgeousness involved in the new collection.

$34

spun corsage tank

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31 Mar
2010