Guys seem to find girls’ nights intriguing. As my friend Annie says, “The big problem with these time-honored rituals is that men do ask about them and women don’t tell.” Well, she decided it was time to change that, so she wrote this guest blog. She had just returned from an intense medical project in Africa and was about to …
When I heard that Seattle’s Sorrento Hotel (circ. 1909) had undergone a renovation, I just had to see it—and find out if people claim that the fashionable grande dame is still in residence that they think has haunted it for decades. Since all who say they have seen her state that she wears vintage gowns, I donned this frock. It’s something I picked up the last …
These ladies sure know how to work it! And here’s a step-by-step dance tutorial to their music video so you can work it right along with them.
I have adored fashion since my preschool days when I raided my mom’s closet or snuck into Grandma’s jewelry box for a play date with my dolls. For me, piecing together an ensemble is a creative endeavor. Today, I’m wearing one of my favorite fall looks. Don’t think I’m ready to end summer early. I love it! But when the …
Last weekend, I saw the Broadway touring revival of this fictitious musical about the turning point in the life of King Charlemagne’s favorite son. The Tony Award winning production combined the dancing flair of the legendary Bob Fosse with inspiration from Cirque du Soleil. Acrobatics flew across the stage and contortionists performed body-defying tricks while the story unfolded through song …
This song of summer wasn’t an instant hit. It originally came out in 2012 and is just now making a splash with a remix by Felix Jaehn. I love seeing someone, like OMI, who doesn’t give up when immediate success doesn’t come his way. Here’s a step-by-step tutorial to the official music video that will let you make a splash …
Who says a girl has to be a supermodel, like Karlie, to show off her makeup style? There’s no way I could double for this catwalk darling, but I’m giving you a step-by-step makeup tutorial so you can make Karlie’s look your own. First, pick a golden/copper shadow to brush on your eyelids. I chose one from Guerlain’s Petrouchka Palette. …
I have a guy friend who asked me that question with a perplexed stare. He’s the kind of man who reaches into his closet every morning, pulls out whatever he touches first, and puts it on. He followed-up his initial question by saying, “There are clothes, and then there are clothes. Right?” Wrong! There are clothes that make a girl feel sassy, sexy, …
Today, I’m excited to have you all meet Cole Blakely. He’s not only an intelligent man about to receive an engineering PhD, he could write a doctoral dissertation on the art of dating. Many social observers say that today’s singles’ scene is dominated by those using apps to find hookups, and succeeding with only a swipe and a text. Cole …
Last weekend, I saw the film Paper Towns after devouring the book. And since this is Meeting Men Monday, I’m giving you the low-down on the leading man’s real love journey. In an interview, he revealed that he was a bit of a romantic recluse until he gained confidence. I found this endearing. In the game of love, it’s important …
Last week, I featured a Ted Baker dress and somehow I just couldn’t leave my TB love fest. Here’s some footage of the line’s cocktail/party couture. https://instagram.com/p/6ss2G1CfFr/ The brand’s line ranges from coquettishness to luxurious, with this embroidered gown. And the men’s fashions are equally impressive. Ted Baker’s tailored shirts are high quality, flattering and sophisticated with embellishments that add …
Today, I’m reminiscing about the eighty-something live radio interviews I had when my book, The Single Girl’s Guide to Meeting European Men, was published. One of my favorites was at the grueling hour of 3:30 am, my time, with a couple of hosts from a NYC station. Their favorite story from my book was about Betsey the Burlesque Dancer, and …
This dance tutorial is for you! Here I break down the steps to Major Lazer’s newest, POWERFUL, sung by Ellie Goulding and Tarrus Riley.
With Bobbi Brown’s limited edition, Shimmering Sands Eye Palette, you can get twelve shades in a single case, complete with two brushes in one. This is ideal for the jet-setting lady. And the set works well with every girl’s existing makeup. To get my look, all you have to do is dust the middle far left shade over any golden …
I want to be exactly like this woman! Her name is Pat White and I recently attended one of her book signings. We became friends when I first wanted to become a writer. Pat’s positivity was infectious, and her advice spot on. I’m forever amazed at how she juggles being a devoted mom and wife while maintaining a prolific writing …