January 2008
39 posts
The Secret Life of a Blog Post →
My fellow bloggers are probably the only ones who will find this particularly interesting, but Wired’s chart of the Life Cycle of a Blog Post is pretty cool - it tracks where your words, images, videos and other creations go once you hit publish.
Colors of the Fashion Rainbow: Tangled Up In Blue →
Blue is considered the most popular choice for a favorite color - and with choices ranging from the palest sky to the darkest navy, it is easy to see why. Not only is it the color of that most all-American of basics, blue jeans, it is considered good luck for bride to don “something blue” on her wedding day and it is often associated with depth, stability, loyalty (“true...
Shop For The Snow Leopards →
Every once in a while I come across a thoroughly excellent site, and the Snow Leopard Trust definitely falls into that category - it combines exotic ornaments and textiles, charity, and one of my favorite things, big cats. Besides having tons of information about these majestic creatures, you can shop for handmade goods from the felines’ homelands of Kyrgyzstan, Mongolia, Pakistan, Kazakhstan,...
Colors of the Fashion Rainbow: Going Green →
Green is probably the color with the most mentions in the media lately - after all, it is the signature color of the environmental movement, and the hue has become visual shorthand for eco-friendliness. However, green is also the color of healing, of hope and tranquility, and of stability; it is the color of Ireland and of Islam, with inexperience (“greenhorns”, being...
The Definition of Adorable →
Is sweet little tiger cubs! Don’t you want to hug them?
More pictures of these Siberian tiger quadruplets here.
The Weekend's Splendid Reads →
From the Splendicity community, comes this weeks best posts in beauty, fashion, and shopping! BEAUTY 15 Minute Beauty Fanatic finds her All-Time Perfect Mascara! Beauty Banter gives you the top celeb hair colors… asked and delivered! Have a wish? Lipstick, Powder ‘n Paint asks you to enter the Pantene Beautiful Wishes contest for a chance to have your wishes granted! For every Wish...
Colors of the Fashion Rainbow: Hello Sunshine! →
Yellow is a happy color. There is sunshine yellow, marigold yellow, and golden yellow. Even smiley faces are traditionally yellow. It’s considered an optimistic shade, full of life and hope for the future. Remember the yellow brick road in the Wizard of Oz, leading Dorothy and company to the Emerald City? Yellow roses, once viewed a symbol of jealousy, are now considered a symbol of joy and...
The Colors of the Fashion Rainbow: "Orange" You... →
“Orange is the happiest color.” - Frank Sinatra Sorry, I couldn’t resist the pun. But something about the color orange just lends itself to mirth and humor - in its saturated form, it is sunny, vibrant, and joyful. But in softer tones, it is reminiscent of autumn and somber moods. As the color of Halloween and Thanksgiving, of the Netherlands, of safety signals and terror...
Congratulations, Donors Choose! →
On a more positive note - DonorsChoose.org won a Crunchie award for “most likely to make the world a better place”. Congratulations to them!
Their mission:
DonorsChoose.org is dedicated to addressing the scarcity and inequitable distribution of learning materials and experiences in our public schools. We believe this inequity is rooted in the following factors:
Shortages of learning...
The Colors of the Fashion Rainbow: Red Hot →
Red is the color of passion and of power. When you wear bright red, you demand all eyes on you; a deep burgundy or rich crimson is equally attention-grabbing, but in a more subtle way. Red can be elegant, contemporary, or sultry - and it can be all three at the same time. However you choose to wear it, red is definitely not the color for wallflowers. Although red has some negative connotations...
Congratulations, Donors Choose! →
On a more positive note - DonorsChoose.org won a Crunchie award for “most likely to make the world a better place”. Congratulations to them!
Their mission:
DonorsChoose.org is dedicated to addressing the scarcity and inequitable distribution of learning materials and experiences in our public schools. We believe this inequity is rooted in the following factors:
Shortages of learning...
Sample Sales and Designer Deals: Ask(ablogr) and... →
Q: Jacqueline - My favorite store when I lived in SF was Jeremy’s in South Park, offering high-end items from fashion shoots and store displays at great prices. Does the same thing exist in other cities?
Posted by Chris DeVore
A: Hi Chris,
I don’t know of any permanent stores that sell samples and display items, but you can find all sorts of sample sales in most major cities....
More Blog For Choice Posts →
Some links to great posts for Blog For Choice Day:
Erica Jong in the Huffington Post: If Men Could Get Pregnant, Abortion Would Be A Sacrament.
Anna J. Cook: The Radical Idea That I Am A Person(here’s a bit, but you should really go read the whole thing):
“Over the last twelve years, however, I have been forced to recognize how fragile my right to bodily integrity and self-determination is. I...
It’s Blog For Choice Day →
Today is the 35th anniversary of Roe v. Wade, and NARAL America is hosting Blog for Choice Day in honor of that historic decision. To take a page from Feministing’s book, here are the reasons why I vote pro-choice:
Because I believe that in everyone’s right to complete bodily autonomy.
Because I believe that reproductive freedom is not a reward for those who have the means and access to birth...
In Honor of MLK Day… →
Some timely quotes from the man himself:
“A nation that continues year after year to spend more money on military defense than on programs of social uplift is approaching spiritual doom.”
“An individual has not started living until he can rise above the narrow confines of his individualistic concerns to the broader concerns of all humanity.”
“He who passively accepts evil is as much involved...
Step Away From The Neutrals →
So we’ve reached the gray days of winter (in the northern half of the world, at least), and it has become very tempting to always reach for the tried and true basics, or to dress purely for comfort and warmth. Perhaps this is related to the way it gets dark by 6:00pm, or maybe we just all tired of our cold weather wardrobes. Whatever the reason, there is no excuse to have your clothing match...
Attention Bloggers and Writers →
Check out this article about blogging, compensation, and the future of the new media.
Link to “blogonomics“.
That is all.
Memo To Harvey Nicks: The Shoes Do Not Make The... →
Despite my bordering-on-ridiculous love affair with fantastic, glamorous shoes (and the higher the heel/platform, the better), I do recognize that stilettos are not practical or comfortable for everyone. Apparently Harvey Nichols does not feel the same way. Check out their recent ad: Clearly, an expensive pair of Louboutins = instant sex appeal. It be just me, but I have never had a...
Worrying Accomplishes Nothing in the “War On... →
Who is more dangerous to your health, Al-Qaeda or the Department of Homeland Security?
For the answer, check out this awesome article by John Tierney in the New York Times that attempts to define the psychological toll of the “war on terror”. And I quote:
“An intriguing new study suggests the answer is not so clear-cut. Although it’s impossible to calculate the pain that terrorist attacks...
What Makes You "Eco-Fabulous"? →
The green movement has gotten a LOT of press in the past year or so, and I’m sure many people made resolutions to try and make their lifestyles more eco-friendly in the New Year. If you are one of those people, why not enter the Origins Organics “What makes you eco-fabulous contest?” From their website: Description: Origins, the brand that has brought you beauty and wellness...
Introducing Studio-808 →
Sick of big luxury brands and national retailers - and seeing everyone in the same few styles? Well, relief is now at hand - welcome to Studio-808, a online store dedicated to some of Chicago’s top designers. Featuring clothing and jewelry from Orlando Espinoza, Serpico, Erin Gallagher, Brooke Harland, and Lara Miller, this boutique is the place to go when you are looking for something...
Luxe or Low Cost? What Makes Up The Majority Of... →
Last week I was organizing my stash of makeup and other beauty products (the new year is a good time to get organized, after all) and I realized that my collection was split pretty evenly down the middle between drugstore brands and higher end luxury brands. Of course, I didn’t plan this on purpose, but there are certain products that I always splurge on, as well as items that I won’t...
Ridiculousness in Academia: Banning Google is Not... →
At the University of Brighton in England, a lecturer frustrated by the banal, poorly researched papers she has been receiving from her students has decided to do away with what she perceives is the enemy: she is banning the use of google and wikipedia by her students.
Way to strike the problem at its source, professor.
I’m no stranger to academic types bemoaning the net and how it is going...
On A Happier Note: 12 Amazing Travelers →
To counteract the somewhat pissed off tone of my last two posts, here is a list of “12 Personal Travel Websites That Will Make You Quit Your Day Job” from Brave New Traveler.
I’d add Matador Travel to the list as well, even though it isn’t a personal travel blog. Instead, it has posts and articles by tons of intrepid travelers from around the world, and it even has a bounty board for...
Seemingly Sexist? →
Is anyone else getting really sick of the way that the Clinton campaign is being covered? Now, I was expecting a certain amount of “wow, this is first time a woman has been a serious presidental contender” and hey, it is an historic event, but seriously, stuff like this has to stop.
Also, how were the protesters yelling “iron my shirt” anything but straight up sexist? Yes, it was all kind of...
Splendid Weekend Reads →
From the Splendicity community, comes this week’s most splendid posts. BEAUTY A Touch of Blusher shares initial observations on Spring 2008 makeup collections. makeup loves me wants to know what you think of Lancome’s newest ambassador, Anne Hathaway. Beautynomics says Thou Shall Take Care of Zee Eyes. Beauty Gizmo reviews the Artemis Heel Smoother. 15 Minute Beauty Fanatic gives...
New Year's Fashion Resolution: Risks Are Rewarded →
“Do one thing every day that scares you” said Eleanor Roosevelt. Now, I seriously doubt she was talking about fashion choices, but the statement still applies. Many, many people admire the style risks and outrageous ensembles worn by others, but they stick to the basics for their own outfits. “I could never pull that off” is a common refrain. Most of the time, however, they...
Hilary Clinton’s “Moment”: Big Freaking Deal. →
Stop the presses! Hilary Clinton has dared to show some emotion! Big news!
Is it just me, or this just not that big of a story? So she got a little choked up during her speech. Who hasn’t done that when speaking about something they are passionate about? Big freaking deal. However, judging from the press coverage that “the moment” got, apparently this was the biggest story of the day in...
New Year, Newly Organized Wardrobe: Five Steps To... →
There is something thoroughly…satisfying about a perfectly organized closet. Besides, having everything neatly in its place is really necessary if you want to take full advantage of everything in your wardrobe (an aside: I originally wrote “maximize your wardrobe’s potential” like some freaky combination of self-help guru and fashion stylist. I need more coffee). And since...
Genghis Khan and the Making of the Modern World →
To me, the mark of an excellent book is when I am disappointed to reach the last page - a good thing coming to all too speedy end. The last book I read that fell into this category is Genghis Khan and the Making of the Modern World.
Now I wasn’t completely unaware of Genghis Khan and his role Mongolian history, but this book definitely challenged my perceptions. Jack Weatherford managed...
Splendicity's Weekend Reads →
From the Splendicity community, comes the most splendid of the week. Beauty and Fashion Tech has Eight New Year’s Resolutions. CelebLOOK asks who looked better: Carrie Underwood or Miley Cyrus? Beauty Secrets Revealed Is Giving Away 2 Wonderful Spa Kits. Viva Woman finds out why glass storage is better for natural skincare products. NY $pender shares her New Year’s Resolutions. All...
World Hum | Travel | The 2008 U.S. Presidential... →
“What do my customers know and how do I help them... →
Earlier today Jeff Jarvis posted about how travel publishers are still struggling to figure out how to use the web to their advantage (from the Times) and the concept of a social airline. And I quote:
“Airlines should capture the knowledge of their wise-about-traveling crowds. Imagine if, on return trips, the airlines asked us the hotels where we just stayed and ate and invited us to rate and...
One To Watch: Shoe Designer Jonathan Kelsey →
It’s no secret that I’m shoe person, and that high heels, metallics, and bold colors are a few of my favorite things. Therefore, it’s not surprising that I’m a big fan of Jonathan Kelsey, one of the latest designers to become part of Saks Fifth Avenue’s Fashion Incubator.
A veteran of Jimmy Choo, Cacharel, Giles Deacon, and Strenesse, Jonathan Kelsey says his muse...
Connecting the Dots →
http://www.foxbusiness.com/markets/industries/media... →
Pet Peeve #8: Excuses, Excuses, Excuses - Violent... →
Happy New Year! →
Happy New Year to all my readers and fellow bloggers. May 2008 be your most excellent (and your most fashionable) year yet!
Happy New Year! →
Happy New Year, everyone!
May you have a most excellent 2008.
A few random predictions:
1. A Democrat will be elected president.*
2. The “green” movement and will become completely mainstream as the environment and sustainable production become even bigger issues; the concepts of “eating local” (localvores) and buying handmade will also gain support. However, fast food and convenience,...