It seems some online commenters have worked themselves into a tizzy over the big diamond in actress Jennifer Aniston’s engagement ring. As a designer who has done some offbeat engagement rings, I think all that matters is that the wearer is happy. As for my personal taste, you can learn about that in my interview…
Gold-Chain Sticker Shock Strikes Again
The price of gold has more than tripled since I started my first jewelry business in 2005. If you have questions about why gold costs what it costs, I have answers for you in these posts: Get Smart (About the Price of Gold) Get Smart (About the Price of Gold), Part II If those posts…
Henry the Dog Is Not in the Mood
I don’t blame him. Being pried out of a warm bed to walk in the rain might make me blow a raspberry at a bitch too.
What We Wore: Gold Coast Fashion Award Show
My new niece, Sabrina Berry, is a considerate infant. She made her debut in a Chicago suburb when I was already on my way to the Windy City for the Gold Coast Fashion Award Show, held September 28 as a fundraiser for Lurie Children’s Hospital. The Gold Coast organizers invite “the hottest new design talent”…
Wendy’s Week in Review: October 1 – October 7
In case you missed anything, this is what I had on the blog this week. Monday: Pink’s denim jumpsuit. Tuesday: My niece, Sabrina. Wednesday: Zang Toi’s Spring 2013 show and Halloween sale on bat necklaces. Thursday: High-fashion and wedge sneakers. Friday: Do I look like Liza Minnelli? and New mid-finger rings. Saturday: Two knights don’t…
What Wendy Wore: Festive Dress for a Knight Out
MrB and I were invited to a dinner last night that called for “festive dress.” I tried on one dress and decided it was more “book party” than “festive,” so I switched to this Stacy Lomman dress from her Spring 2011 collection. What Wendy Wore Dress: Stacy Lomman (previously seen here) Shoes: Prada (2011) Ring:…
New Spidey Manicure, New Mid-Finger Rings
I finally got to see celebrity manicurist Tracylee Percival yesterday. It was our first appointment since August. Between her fashion week and celebrity jobs, Tracylee was a hard woman to find. I think she was sorry so much time had passed when she saw my several ripped cuticles and one weirdly dented thumbnail. (About the…
“That International Zensation … Fraulein Sally Bowles”
I enjoyed reading this 1973 interview with Liza Minnelli, posted by gorgeous blogger Liz of Vintage-a-Peel yesterday. Liza talked custom-made eyelashes and glittery shoes, and showed off some of her Halston outfits. She also namechecked Marchesa Luisa Casati, 30 years before the womenswear label Marchesa was named after the exotically dressed socialite of the early…
A High Heel That’s as Comfortable as a Sneaker, Guaranteed
The “Big City Pump Silhouette Sneaker” by Be&D is highlarious. You’d definitely get the best of both worlds with that one. I’m normally a big fan of trompe l’oeil fashion, but I prefer real heel height, so I’ve been wearing the hell out of my Thelma wedge sneakers by Ash Shoes. I wore them to,…
Holy Halloween Sale, Batman!
Halloween is one of my favorite holidays. To make yours even more fun this year, I’ve put my three bat necklaces on sale for the month of October. You don’t have to be a Halloween enthusiast to wear one of these. They’re also good for Batman fans (note the face on the pendant!) … or…