October is basically Halloween Month, so I’m going to have a second Jewel of the Month post soon with a new, spooky design. In the meantime, enjoy this leisurely unboxing video for my “Carpe Diem” diamond skull medallion. (Isn’t my new branded ribbon pretty?) If you missed the first Jewel of the Month on Monday,…
I Am the Queen of This Met Gala Theme
The Metropolitan Museum of Art announced that next year’s spring Costume Institute exhibition will be themed “Camp: Notes on Fashion,” aka “Wendy’s Special Occasion Wardrobe.” I know that tickets to the exhibit’s opening gala cost big bucks … … but someone should still invite me as his or her guest, because I’m clearly a VIP…
Jewel of the Month, Part I: Swords for Badass Women
Here’s a much-needed good omen! Last week, it was announced that an eight-year-old girl named Saga Vanecek had pulled a 1,500-year-old sword out of a lake in Sweden this summer. I hope you will join me in swearing an oath of fealty to our appropriately named new leader. I had swords on my mind before…
The Week in Review
In case you missed it, here’s what was on the blog this week. Tuesday, October 2: Matt Damon’s Brett Kavanaugh impersonation livened up my post about buses to Washington, D.C. Wednesday, October 3: ‘Tis the month to buy new skull jewelry. Friday, October 5: I went to Washington to support sexual-assault survivors who addressed marchers…
It Ain’t Over Till It’s Over! Be Inspired by Survivors.
No Saturday plans? Looking for a way to channel your energy? If you’re in New York, get on the 6:30 a.m. bus organized by Planned Parenthood and go to Washington, D.C. Even if we can’t stop the lying, threatening, conspiracy-theory-spreading Brett Kavanaugh from being confirmed to the Supreme Court, make sure your voice is heard…
Wednesday’s Video: Get Your Skull Jewelry Now!
As far as I’m concerned, it’s always the right time for skull jewelry. But the lead-up to Halloween is a great time to get something new, no? I only have one of these petite 18K yellow gold skulls with ruby eyes in stock. Get it here! I own the matching ring, so if you get…
Take to the Streets
If you’ve ever spoken about “taking to the streets” to protect women’s rights (and everyone else’s, of course!) … these next few days are a good time to come through. Tomorrow — Wednesday, October 3 — all across the country, Americans will come together in peaceful vigils to demand that the U.S. Senate stop Judge…
The Week in Review
In case you missed it, here’s what was on the blog this week. Monday, September 24: Help get out the vote for the crucial midterm elections with these actions. Links provided! Tuesday, September 25: This was National Voter Registration Day. If you didn’t register or check your registration then, do it now! Then ask your…
Samuel L. Jackson Is Here to Make Your Day Better
This Pulp Fiction/Brett Kavanaugh mashup work of genius, starring Samuel L. Jackson as Jules Winnfield, aka everyone’s mood. View this post on Instagram CHECK OUT THE BIG BRAIN ON BRETT A post shared by Elara (@elarapictures) on Sep 28, 2018 at 1:43am PDT The icing on the cake? Jackson’s response to the mashup. Funny as…
Thank You, Dr. Blasey Ford
What can I say that hasn’t already been said, more eloquently, about the bravery and composure shown by Christine Blasey Ford today? I suppose I’ll simply say thank you. I know these things are difficult to talk about, even privately … View this post on Instagram For those wondering why other claims emerge after the…