Commissioner of Beautification
I’ve been doing things a bit backwards here. Obsessing, writing about and linking to fashion — dwelling like a groundhog who’s glimpsed their shadow — marveling at what I see. But, I’ve neglected to really share who I am, what I stand for and why you should care what I have to say. I have […]
It’s like growing up in a house full of siblings. And you’re the youngest. You spend your life being ignored. Slowly but surely everyone leaves. And then you’re left. And alone. And the only child. And you ARE A STAR. The center of attention. All anyone cares about. That’s the moment earrings are having. […]
Friends are the fabric of life. They’re amazing and life affirming and lift you up. The same can be true of denim. But, just like when a friend can become fickle or fussy — so too can jeans. My personal journey with jeans has been a lot like pledging a sorority. There’s been some hazing. […]
I have no shame in my game. I love Valentine’s Day. I don’t care who created it or why, any excuse to be showered with love and flowers is right by me. Indulge in candy while wearing red/pink/hearts/lips and bust out any and all decor — just so much happiness. My only sadness surrounding V-day […]
We’ve built an emotional ecosystem on likes. Blind algorithmic approval from “friends” on social media. Our eager willingness to leave our validation of self and the life we’re living in the hands of others has diminished our ability to endure rejection. A matter of seconds pass and we haven’t received approval and we immediately feel […]
We’re friend ish, so let’s agree that we want to be our best all the time. I mean, it’s true. Self improvement and such is a year round quest. We’re always striving to be our best, investing in ways to be health minded and better versions of ourselves. And sure there is something lovely and […]
The secret to life and living life right is that there is no secret and living life right [happy] will only come with time and mistakes made and one foot in front of the other — small and steady but consistent and constant. She, confidence, is a fickle nemesis. Sometimes she’s cool, but other times, […]
Let us assume budget is no issue and that we’ve pursued all the sentimental routes. So, superficial bias and judgement aside, let’s indulge, shall we? PRESENTS! PRESENTS! PRESENTSSSSSSS! Gifts have powers. They can make you feel loved and thought of and special. The truly perfect present can even remind us that we are understood. Honestly, […]
Trends are like boys — some are great and keepers, others are annoying and you avoid them altogether (or you regrettably give them the benefit of the doubt, ew). So while style dating, trying out what works for you, some things to consider… Trends keep the fashion ecosystem in place so they’re necessary even if […]
Cousin IT is my homie. Think of me as a human willow tree. Just hair. So much of it. On my head. Spilling over into life. I mean literally spilling over. Hair in coffee, in wine, in clothes. I’ve left a gingerbread trail of locks in Los Angeles. Now, I’ve spent a life time living […]
