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Fashion Trends for Spring 2010 are All about Skin

Posted by kristin On March - 6 - 2010

Megan Fox Short Shorts If your New Year’s Resolution was to hit the gym I sure hope you hit it hard because you’re going to want to be in tip top shape for the latest fashion trends coming down the pipe. Spring 2010 fashion trends will be all about showing skin. First you’re going to want to make sure your butt and thighs are in the best shape that they’ve been ever, especially if you’re going to follow the fashion trends for 2010 because short shorts are going to be everywhere. There are... more

Who is Ed Hardy?

Posted by kristin On March - 4 - 2010

A couple years ago some unusual t-shirts started popping up on celebrities, the t-shirts were made of soft worn fabric and featured a graphic print on the front that was loud and busy and sort of resembled an elaborate tattoo. Printed clearly on the t-shirts was the name Ed Hardy. But who is Ed Hardy? Ed Hardy is a pseudonym for designer Christian Audigier who burst onto the scene about seven years ago and now is the proud owner of nine international fashion brands and a slew of fans, both famous... more

Lady GaGa Wore What?

Posted by kristin On March - 1 - 2010

Lady Gaga Lobster Okay I realize she’s on tour and expected to be outrageous so that’s why Lady GaGa is going more over the top now than usual but the outfit she donned for last night’s trip to get take out dinner is just screaming for attention. First of all the singer wrapped herself in a see through plastic garb of some sort. I don’t know if it was homemade or made by anyone who claims to be a designer but it’s not going to be hitting the stores anytime soon, that’s for sure. But beyond... more

Are Sweatshirts Going to be the Next Big Thing?

Posted by kristin On March - 1 - 2010

Sweatshirt Last year the runways were packed with sweatshirt material as designers looked to combat the economy by finding an affordable fabric and a comfortable versatile look that would appeal to people trying to cut corners. This year may be the year of the sweatshirt. One designer that’s creating a stir with their sweatshirt designs that go from day to night is Aiko. The fabrics they have chosen are not your standard sports team sweatshirt fabric but much more luxurious and comfortable, almost... more

Old Models Look Drab and Grey

Posted by kristin On February - 27 - 2010

Calvin Klein Old Models I’m all for models looking like real women, I’m so sick of the nubile young sticks. So one would think I’d applaud Calvin Klein for bringing back some *gasp* old models for Fashion Week. (By old models we mean ones in their 30’s and 40’s – but still it’s something). So out come these ancient relics of the fashion world and rather than proving that age can be beautiful, these women look horrible. They’re dressed in dumpy and basically shapeless grey dresses,... more

Olympic Sports for Adults

Posted by kristin On February - 22 - 2010

Geena Davis Archery I recently admitted that I’m a little swept up by Olympic fever and have determined to get in better shape after seeing those Olympic bodies and then taking stock of my own body. I also confessed that I once wanted to be an Olympic athlete, I was a pretty serious gymnast as a child and so wanted to beat Nadia. But (big sigh) those days are long gone, heck I can’t even turn a cartwheel now without getting acid reflux. So it leads me to wonder what sports I can still participate... more

Olympic Spirit Hits My Closet

Posted by kristin On February - 22 - 2010

2010 Olympic Logo Is anyone else inspired by the 2010 Winter Olympics in Vancouver? Or to be more to the point, is anyone else inspired by the bodies of these athletes? So this year I made the New Year’s resolution to start working out. It’s actually a New Year’s resolution I don’t often make, I vow to get in shape or eat better but I rarely decide that I’m going to start working out or join a gym. But this year I did both and I’m still at it. I’ve actually gained weight, but I’m... more

Fashion Week 2010 Trends

Posted by kristin On February - 18 - 2010

Marc Jacobs Fashion Week 2010 Well it’s here…Fashion Week! So what will be the new trends in 2010 and beyond according to the top designers in the world? Jumpsuits and Rompers Oh it pains me to say that the horrible fashion trend of jumpsuits and rompers is still in style. And it will probably pick up a little steam this year. I think it’s because designers only work with stick figured models that they’ve lost touch with reality and the reality is, jumpers and rompers look horrible on the... more

Spring 2010 Accessories Trends

Posted by kristin On February - 16 - 2010

Sarah Jessica Parker A few new accessory trends are cropping up for spring 2010 and only one of them is getting a double thumbs up from me. One of the trends that seems to be moving our way is statement earrings. Statement necklaces are still riding a trendy wave so big warning to all those who are a little fashion impaired, more is not better. Choose your statement accessory wisely and go with that one statement only. This trend is okay in my book but I have a really funny class picture from the... more

Casual Clothes for Casual Times

Posted by kristin On February - 15 - 2010

Tim Gunn Does anyone watch What Not to Wear or Tim Gunn’s Guide to Style? Both of these television programs give some great tips on how to dress to impress and they help fashion deficient people with everyday looks? Overall they’re good shows but the thing I have a problem with is their casual looks. The running errands outfits are absolutely ridiculous. Who’s really going to put on a cute little pencil skirt and a casual sweater and then slip into a pair of low pumps before they run to the... more