When I wrote the title of this post, something about it seemed familiar. I finally realized I was thinking of a line in The Berenstains’ B Book: “beautiful baboon blowing bubbles.” Please note that that is NOT a comment on the appearance of any of my gorgeous blogging clients. However, it might be a sign…
In the Pink
When I was in middle school, I had bright pink corduroys and a matching pink satin blouse. I felt so beauteous in that outfit. Here are some pink cords from J. Crew. You’ll have to find your own matching blouse. What?! I can’t do everything for you.
Out of the Blue
I designed a new pair of earrings that are more on the traditional side. No skulls or snakes, at least! These blue topaz and diamond earrings are set in white gold. I’m going to use platinum in the future. Click the picture for more information. Blue topaz and diamond earrings © Wendy Brandes 2007-2008Photo by…
eBay Buy-It-Now Picks
The eBay seller Science Fiction Vintage has some great pieces at good prices. I’m very tempted by the Japanese caped suit. This backwards tuxedo dress by Pierre Cardin would allow me to have my Celine Dion moment. And those of you young gals who are all about the short and tight (you know who you…
Bows on an Angle
This butt bow is off to the side. Dress by Twenty8Twelve On sale for $144, down from $312, on ASOS And my gorgeous father, GeorgeB, found an unusual vertical boob bow while walking past Dior and thoughtfully took a picture for us. Thanks, GeorgeB!
Tell Me About It … Stud!
Today’s eBay picks are brought to you by Olivia Newton-John in Grease. Vintage studded Anne Klein boots Vintage studded dress 1930s studded belt Burberry Prorsum studded clutch If you bid, don’t forget to snipe! Getting back to Olivia’s definition of a stud, any studs reading this should check out my thoughts on men’s jewelry over…
Foxy Lady
I know this was a terrible experience for the victim of a rabid-fox attack, but I can’t help laughing a little at the idea of a jogger running a mile with a fox clamped onto her arm. Speaking of foxes, here’s the latest addition to my men’s collection. I call this fox-and-grapes combo “Aesop’s Shirt…
Only Happy When It Rains
Burberry’s studded rain boots are on sale for $270, down from $450 (reduction reflected at checkout). Make sure you use this private sale link, courtesy of Madison Avenue Spy. The sale is on till tomorrow. UPDATED TO ADD: In case you were wondering, I find the reduced price steep but not appalling. How often do…
Vintage Finds of the Day
Love this vintage YSL cape! At Rare Vintage And this ’60s lace dress is stylin’. $165 at Vintageous
Someone Fell Down on the Job
Who forgot to tell me that my hero, Katt Williams, was playing Carnegie Hall last night? Hmmm? Also, who forgot to tell Katt not to drive around NYC with a bunch of guns? Well, this is a good reason to repost my favorite Katt Williams clip. In other news, I totes agree with this! UPDATED…