What “not” to give for Christmas!
We’re all been there! Either we received a gift we didn’t like or we gave a gift to someone…and were surprised he or she didn’t like it! Here are some tips to help you navigate the Christmas gift giving season. – Pets! Believe it or not…people give real pets to loved ones as a gift. […]
Holidays are for Food!
Since this is a blog about shopping, why not look into some favorite food gifts! A box of treats is the perfect gift to give someone who already has everything! Who doesn’t love a bit of rich chocolate, a juicy pear , buttery cake or candy from days gone by! Here is a list of […]
Think Pink: Breast Cancer Awareness Month
I am little late, since October is almost over, but I would be amiss if I didn’t talk some terrific products that benefit breast cancer research or celebrate Breast Cancer Awareness month by being “pink.” Donations to the American Cancer Society funds research for breast cancer studies and programs. Susan B Komen’s Race for the […]
Makeup for the seasons
When you shop for makeup, department stores like to sell you new colors for the season. I have to agree with them: you should change up your makeup for different times of the year. Through the summer, you probably wore less makeup, relied on tinted moisturizer, bronzer and tinted lip balm. You were wearing your […]
Juniors, Kid’s Dept Shoppers: It’s Okay!
I recently read a story about Bethany Frankel tweeting a photo of herself wearing her 4-year-old daughter’s Hello, Kitty PJs. They fit her perfectly. The public screamed their criticism of Bethany’s ultra thin shape–that fit into children’s wear. While I am not going to pass judgment on her, I will readily admit to this: I […]
Class Reunion: Proceed with Caution!
I just watched a TV show talking about what to wear to your class reunion. It was fun! The number one rule: Don’t dress in the era you remember. For instance, if you went to high school in the 1980s, don’t dress like Madonna! (Yes, it might have been a great look for you when […]
When Casual is Not Chic!
A couple years ago, we were waiting at the airport to fly home from Paris. It was mid-morning. As I stood in line to check in, I noticed a cute little family huddled in the corner. They looked very French as well as sleepy, slow moving, and yes, very casual. The children (probably preteen age) […]
Lighten up in the Summer
It’s June in Indiana, and that means some hot, humid days. I reach for cotton shorts, skirts and dresses, and shun jeans until fall. As I change my wardrobe, I also am switching up my makeup. Here are some change I like to make: – I am always use a sunblock or a moisturizer with […]
Work Picnic: Tread With Caution
We have all been there: The Company Picnic. For many people, it’s a quandary: what should I wear? I want to look more casual, but not too casual: will people think I want to goof off? Will I look stupid? Or if I am too dressed up, will I look too corporate or uptight? As […]
