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Stare Much?

April 14, 2009 by WendyB

I saw this disturbing wall art when I was in Miami recently. It reminded me of a Charles Addams cartoon that used to bug me.

Filed Under: art, travel

Analyze This

April 13, 2009 by WendyB

I dreamed that Heather Mills was doing a clothing line for Topshop … and that I was the publicist for it. Heather Mills

Filed Under: dreams, insanity

Pert Plus Plus Plus Plus Plus Plus Plus Plus

April 11, 2009 by WendyB

I’ve mentioned Prada nearly 30 times on this blog, but Miuccia hasn’t sent a thank-you note, let alone a fabulous bag. I’ve mentioned “2 in 1 Shampoo Plus Conditioner” Pert Plus one time and the publicist immediately sent me eight bottles of the stuff. I’m sure there’s a lesson to be learned from this. Let…

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Filed Under: hair

Ossie Clark Sweaters

April 10, 2009 by WendyB

I’m on an Ossie Clark blogging kick. Here’s a famous 1968 photo of Ossie wearing his own shirt and patchwork belt with a sweater made by his mother. Photo source: Another Nickel in the Machine Here’s a not-at-all-famous photo of me wearing my only Ossie Clark sweater. I’ve never managed to find a lot of…

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Filed Under: Ossie Clark, pictures of me, sweaters, vintage designers

Mick Jagger and Ossie Clark

April 9, 2009 by WendyB

Gimme Shelter by the Rolling Stones has been stuck in my head for days. I know it’s no Dude Looks Like a Lady, but it’s still a great song. It also reminded me of Mick Jagger’s jumpsuit collaboration with my favorite vintage designer, Ossie Clark. I’ve mentioned that Mick wore Ossie clothes but never posted…

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Filed Under: Celebrities, music, Ossie Clark, vintage designers

Dyslexic Search Term of the Day

April 8, 2009 by WendyB

Search term: “Suck Dicking.”My response: You’re doing it bass ackwards! AND NOW FOR SOMETHING COMPLETELY DIFFERENT: SandraD of Debutante Clothing, thanks for featuring me as your Vintage Style Muse today!

Filed Under: insanity

WendyB in Genlux

April 7, 2009 by WendyB

A California magazine called Genlux ran a photo of my superluxe Marie Antoinette Ring in its Spring 2009 issue. Click to enlarge Thanks, Genlux peeps!

Filed Under: my designs, Press, rings

Peace Out

April 6, 2009 by WendyB

The rage for studs is still going strong. (Am I the only one not attempting a DIY “Balmain” blazer?) Of course, this isn’t the first time around for the studded look. Check out this 1990 Moschino leather jacket, just sold atA Katy Kane Vintage & Couture Clothing for $975. Front Back

Filed Under: fashion trends, jackets, vintage

’80s Hair Club for Musical Men

April 5, 2009 by WendyB

Limahl from Kajagoogoo was good. Limahl David Sylvian from Japan was better. David Sylvian John Taylor from Duran Duran was best. John Taylor Speaking of hair, gorgeous blogger Sister Wolf asked me how I get my hair so shiny. This is a frequently asked question. Honestly, I’m not sure my hair is as shiny in…

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Filed Under: hair, music

San Francisco Treat, Part II

April 4, 2009 by WendyB

I had the ultimate tour of San Francisco today thanks to two gorgeous bloggers. Annie of Poetic & Chic: Showed me around the city in a zip car. Invited me to her lovely apartment, where I admired the beautiful jackets she is working on for her Etsy shop. Treated me to a drink at a…

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Filed Under: blogs and bloggers, travel

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Award-winning designer of fine jewelry inspired by women's history and pop culture. A former journalist who writes about jewelry, fashion, medieval history, news, feminism, dogs, cats and whatever else is on her mind. Blogging since 2007.
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