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July 11, 2006, 9:07 PM CT

Uk History Does The 60s

I never pay much attention to UK History - a bit too much World At War and ancient Rome for my liking - but starting next week, that changes - if only for a short time.

The channel is going big on the 60s. Slipped into the schedules at various points from next week (W/C 10th July) are the BBC's Fame, Fashion and Photography documentaries (including The Real Blow Up), along with a less-interesting programme on the Beatles.

But next Saturday (15th July) seems the day to tune in. I have no idea what the series of shows "Sixties Interstitials" is, but there seems to be huge selection of programmes showing all day under that name, with show titles such as "The Pill", "Swinging Britain: 1965-1966", "Street Fighting Years: 1967 -1968", "Brits Storm US Pop Charts", "Lady Chatterley", "The Party is Over: 1969 - 1970", "Teenage Rebels: 1960-1961", "Sex, Spies and Rock and Roll: 1962-1964", "Women Fight Back - Germaine Greer", "Marriage Under Attack", "White Heat of Technology (Concorde)" and "England Swings".

Chances are much of it will not live up to the billing - but we'll not know unless we tune in.or set the recorder for most of the day.........

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July 11, 2006, 8:54 PM CT

Retro Tea Towel bag

Here's something that looks very "now", but is actually made from a vintage cloth. The Tea Towel bag is a rather hip-looking handbag from mandy b. bags, made from genuine vintage 100% linen tea towel.

The design features two corked and long-necked decanters with a swirling pattern on a tri-colored background of "golden yellow, brick red, and merlot". The coloured pattern is repeated on the reverse of the bag,.

The handle is a tortise shell with curled ends, with the bag measuring in at 11.5" tall, 14" wide and 3.5" deep. You can pick it up from the US online site for $65 (around £35). It's worth checking if they ship worldwide before you place your order.

Find out more at the mandy b. bags website.........

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July 9, 2006, 8:20 PM CT

Dolce and Gabbana Wrap-Around Sunglasses

We are simply thrilled that the giant sunglasses trend shows no sign of abating anytime soon (you know how we absolutely despise those horrible John Lennon-style tiny glasses that make everyone's head look like the size of a giant melon). Now Dolce and Gabbana, the dears, have taken the giant sunglasses theme a step forward and made the glasses wrap around the head, thereby providing further protection from those horribly aging UVB rays.

The sunglasses come in black or red and -- eventhough it's hard to tell in this photo -- have D & G in crystals written on the temple. They feature prescription-quality lenses with UV 400 protection. They retail for $170 at Nordstrom.com.........

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July 7, 2006, 6:23 PM CT

Smart Bikini Monitors Sun Exposure

The $190 Solestrom SmartSwim UV Meter Bikini sports a built in waterproof UV meter that monitors the amount of skin-damaging rays you're exposed to, letting you know when you're MEDIUM RARE.

No more to be afraid of sun burn.........

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July 5, 2006, 8:34 AM CT

Designer Swimwear Sale

Looking for that fashion-forward designer swimsuit?

Whether you're preference is a one-piece, bikini or tankini, Lisa Curran has a fab range of swimwear styles to suit. And if you're a fashion-savvy mother-to-be then check out Lisa Curran's maternity line, Mama.

Lisa Curran has a diverse clientele following including celebs such as Jessica Simpson, Terri Hatcher and Evangeline Lilly and as well as appearing on television networks and programs such as The Today Show, Lisa Curran swimwear have been featured in major publications like Marie Claire, Vogue, Harper's Bazaar, InStyle and Elie.........

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July 5, 2006, 8:30 AM CT

Having a Designer Handbag

Ben Franklin would've loved this bag
Bag by Nancy Gonzalez Fall 2006

Owning a designer handbag is not a Human Right.

This country wasn't found on the principle of life, liberty, and the pursuit of Louis Vuitton. During the crafting of the constitution, John Hancock wasn't like "Oh, let me hurry up and sign this little document so I can get in line for the Kate Spade Sample Sale". Thomas Jefferson wasn't like "let's add another amendment to the Bill of rights- all persons should have to right to bear Birkin bags".

Somehow fighting the British for independence has led to fighting the British for a spot on the Chloe Paddington Bag Wait List.

The question of how to score designer handbags, real or fake, is one of the most popular questions on this blog and I've always responded with the standard reply (fake is bad, designer too expensive, go for great quality mid price designers like Coach). However, the more I think about it, the more I start to formulate a very different answer. An answer that I didn't verbalize until I was ask a question by an audience member at one of my recent talks. The audience member asked "Why are so a number of women obsessed with purchasing expensive designer bags?" and I responded that "Handbags in New York are like cars in LA- a direct symbol of status. Since New York (and cities like London and Tokyo) are such pedestrian cities, the only way to show, or in most cases fake, status is via your handbag (watches for men)."........

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June 25, 2006, 0:11 AM CT

Cheap Thrills

This the sort of saturation advertising I'm exposed to driving around town. Maybe I'm more sensitive to it given the nature of my job. Personally, I find this particular image cheap and sleazy. No class.

It's Brittany Spears, looking like a cheap star, at the door of a hotel room. In the background lurks the shadowy image of a pensive young bloke, wet behind the ears. The caption under his baby face reads, Do you dare ? (click on image).

Mate, my advice to you would be, don't do it ! Or if you must, at least organise some protection, before engaging in any thrill seeking !........

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June 24, 2006, 11:20 PM CT

New Collection At Eden Dawn

US based fashion designer Eden Dawn has launched her Summer 06 clothing collection that includes tanks, tees, loungewear, outerwear and skirts, all made up from the softest cotton, which provides maximum comfort and flattering figure-skimming lines. Fashion illustrations have been drawn and screen-printed onto modern, wearable styles that are casual-chic. They include iconic silhouettes from designers like Christian Dior and Perry Ellis, 1920s flapper-girl sketches and for the cheekier inclined; sexy French cartoons depicting girls with masses of 'spirit and charm'.

Eden Dawn Apparel has been featured in MF, Venus and Elle Girl Magazines and has participated in birthday gift bags for A-List starlet Lindsay Lohan. However, you don't need to have the Lohan budget to grab yourself a couture-inspired piece as prices range from $20-$45.........

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June 22, 2006, 8:20 PM CT

Preserve That Manicure

TBF reader Ronica sent me tips products she uses to preserve her manicures:

Sticky (that's what it's called) base coat ($5.99 at your local drugstore). A coat or two of this and my polish lasts WAY longer.

Seche Vite top coat ($7.00 on. Gives a glass-like shine, makes polish last much longer, and dries it withina minute or two. This stuff is gold!........

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June 22, 2006, 8:18 PM CT

Gap Silk Blend Mustang Clutch

Ever since I moved in with my new roommate Jaime I've been eyeing her navy blue Gap clutch from a few years ago. As clutches go it is pretty basic, but the key is the the print of multi colored mustang horses frolicking across the bag. Its the perfect sized cluth to grab before running out the door on the way to a local bar.

So of course I wanted my own clutch, but I had missed my chance when the bag was in season. I remember seeing them in the store, but at the time all they had left was a teal blue color not the navy blue. So last week I did a search on Ebay and there it was, the exact clutch I had been hoping to find. A few days later it was in my hand and ready to take a spin the next time I go out.

Yay for Ebay! Has Ebay helped you find an out of season/hard to find bag?........

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