Forever 21 Twist
Today Forever 21 launched their Twist Collection. This limited edition collection is described as “Fashion with a twist of punk” Now, I am personally not a punk type of girl, but I checked out the threads on forever21.com and I give it a PASS. Here are a few items I saw, that are worth a [...]
LC sneeks into Kohls
LC Lauren Conrad for Kohls sneaked up online at Kohls.com. We thought it was coming in October, but Oh, well. Honestly, I could have waited. There is nothing spectacular or special about the collection – as far as I could tell from the website. I expected LC to target her age demographic, or include more trendy [...]
Meet Jack: J.crews personal stylist
I will admit, that while men often need the services of stylist more frequently, they usually get the short end of the stick. Many blogs, magazines and other fashion outlets including this one is saturated with articles, clothes, and products targeting women. (Please don’t let this be the reason for mandals, meggings, man liner and all [...]
More photos of Christian Siriano for Payless
Here are more photos of Chrisitan Siriano’s S/S ’10 collection for Payless. We are all anticipating that the shoes will be dulled down for mainstream, but what element do you think will get the boot? I’m betting on the sequins and def. the heels being lowered – I hope they keep the talon shape though. [...]
The Aficionado gives back
I sometimes volunteer my services to various women’s shelters, and empowerment charities. The latest endeavor involved Ms. V (not her real name). Ms. V is a 30 something year old that I met while volunteering at a shelter for abused women. Ms. V, after suffering years of abuse in GA decided to take her 12 year old daughter and [...]
Christian Siriano SS2010
Christian Siriano debuted his Spring 2010 Payless collection at NYFW last week. The shoes that almost sent one model toppling, looks as if they can double as a weapon. The talon shaped heels in colors ranging from sand to cobalt, will likely be toned down for the masses once they hit the shelves at payless [...]
NY Fashion Week ( #NYFW ) – Tips from A-Z
NYFW is a week long party. If you aren’t careful you can easily exhaust yourself from all the activity. Honey Mag has put together an A-Z list to help get you through the week. Check it out: A is for Apple Store West 14th St. — This year, Milk Studiosis the 2nd home to New [...]
BEBE Fall 2009
Anyone who knows me personally (and maybe even through blogging) knows that I heart bebe since high school. A few seasons ago we had a love hate relationship, as I felt their line was taking a turn for the worse. But, they are here to redeem themselves this season. Check out BEBE’s fall 2009 catalog [...]
Caster Semenya’s New look
The accomplished track star under went a lot of scrutiny last month with allegations that she was in fact a he. The 18 year old South African track star previously sported cornrows, baggy pants, and a very masculine physique. Here she is shown in a designer black dress, jewels, nail polish and a more feminine hair style. No [...]
Tips for always looking great
Lets face it looking great all the time is a lot of work. There’s hair that needs to be done, shaved or plucked, manicures, pedicures, exfoliating, dressing, pressing and stressing. You name it, we have to do it. Here are a few tips and products to help keep us looking pristine, even on the worst of [...]
Fashion Week Schedule
Fashion Week is soon approaching, here is a calendar of events to check out. Enjoy Fashion Week Septemeber 10-17
$20/week challenge week 4 update and summary
Did you follow the $20/wk Challenge for August? Here is the finale, plus a head start on September!
Letter from the Editor
This months letter from the editor.