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10 Things Men Should Never Wear*

July 2, 2010
10 Things Men Should Never Wear*

*If they ever want to get laid again. After ignoring the last few seasons of the voyeuristic train-wreck of a show called The Bachelorette/Bachelor for some reason I have been sucked into the latest cycle of The Bachelorette. I have made a habit of pouring a glass of wine, folding laundry, and watching Ali...
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Eye Candy: The Glamourai

May 21, 2010
Eye Candy: The Glamourai

I have to hand it to Lucky magazine for introducing me to Kelly Framel’s addictive, wonderful blog – The Glamourai.com.  Upon first sight, my pants were charmed off – and then I immediately wished that I was wearing more attractive pants.  Or a kicky dress.  I have spent an astonishing amount of time coveting the pretties on her site and...
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Full Moon Fever

March 11, 2010
Full Moon Fever

Hi America. How are you? Good, good. You changed your hair – very nice. Here, have a seat. Can I get you something to drink? How about a Fresca? No? Okay. Look, I’ve gotta be honest, this isn’t a social call. It’s more like…an intervention. Wait, wait…don’t go. Hear me out, America. You know...
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Pajama Jeans: A Cautionary Tale

February 9, 2010
Pajama Jeans: A Cautionary Tale

I’ve seen the future *shudders* and it is a sordid story.  Allow me to share: Once upon a time, society as a whole collectively gave up, and embraced their slovenly ways.  Some jackass believed he found the perfect marriage of function and fashion, and behold, the Pajama Jean was born. The masses rejoiced, for...
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This is precisely why I never wear peep toe shoes

July 27, 2009
This is precisely why I never wear peep toe shoes

By Shannon This exquisite photo comes from failblog.org. When I opened the link and found this beautiful sight awaiting me, I spit my drink all over the computer monitor.  Not only is this hilarious, but this is exactly what my feet look like in these.  I’m not kidding!  Right down to the un-pedicured nails....
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Cease and desist boy scarves

July 24, 2009
Cease and desist boy scarves

So, last night I made a bad choice I threw out my neck as a result.   Today I found myself housebound today as a result.  Being immobilized and stuck inside on a beautiful day led to intense boredom and intense boredom lead me to watching the promotional trailer for the film, Spread. One...
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Fashion advice for Adrien Brody

July 7, 2009
Fashion advice for Adrien Brody

By Shannon Dear Adrien, This jackass get-up came to my attention just prior to the holiday weekend.  I was quite horrified, and felt the need to intervene.  I myself am no fashionista, but even I could tell this misguided Fabio-meets-sailor ensemble is not working. Dude, you are a Oscar winning actor who just starred in...
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80’s revisited

June 9, 2009
80’s revisited

  Dear 80’s Revisited Fashion Trend, You may not remember me, 80’s Fashion, but I came of age during your time-period and I would be remiss if I failed to share with you what wisdom I have gleaned after 20 years and some healthy perspective – you were ugly then as you are ugly...
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Springtime springs universal nightmare on women everywhere

May 28, 2009
Springtime springs universal nightmare on women everywhere

Finding a swimsuit is a traumatic springtime ritual Aw, Memorial weekend.  The grass is green, the barbeque is lit, the beer is bought, and THE POOL OPENS! This dreaded annual rite of passage sends ice flowing through the veins of every woman I know.  Women who are capable of kicking ass in a Fortune...
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American Apparel Yo Mama: wrong on all counts

May 26, 2009
American Apparel Yo Mama:  wrong on all counts

By Shannon Here  are some ads from American Apparel for their “Yo Mama” maternity line of (clothing?) American Apparel is an interesting company. They have taken over the provocative/controversial ad campaign from predecessors Abercrombie and Fitch.
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