Pretty Pretty Bang Bang

Fall may be a couple of months away, but fall fashions are crowding the racks at all the local stores. I have received my September editions of Shop, Etc., Marie Claire, InStyle, and the People Fall Special Edition so I’m already getting excited about the new looks. Besides, I’m so done with summer!

One item stood out as a “must have” piece for the season - skinny jeans. I admit, these gave me quite a scare. I have fairly thin legs (thanks mom) but I’m not a skinny person so I wasn’t sure how these would look on me. Curiosity got the best of me and I headed out to Old Navy today to try some on. I figured I’d start with the inexpensive brands, see how they fit, and work my way up. Knowing how weird the sizing is at Old Navy, I chose one size larger than normal to start. Imagine how excited I was to learn they were way too big! I called for a smaller size and, after waiting for a long time, they arrived. I had to do a bit of bending, but they fit. And looked pretty darned good! An added bonus is that right now they are only $25 on sale. Plus, Old Navy got smart and is offering jeans in short, regular and long styles.

So, here’s the skinny (pun intended) on skinny jeans:

1. Choose a dark wash if you’re not a size 2 or in High School. Bleaching on thighs only highlights problem areas. Plus dark jeans look very chic.
2. Ignore standard sizing. Go up a size or two to get the right fit. Nobody is going to be looking at your tags. And if they do, chances are their jeans are a size or two larger anyway.
3. Wear longer tops with skinny jeans. Cover your butt!
4. Wear looser tops with skinny jeans. Unless you’re a supermodel, you can’t pull off the crop t-shirt/low-rise jeans combo.
5. Flats or high heels work with these. These are also the perfect jeans to tuck into your knee-high boots. Very 1970s.

Like all good fitting jeans, you’ll have to try on a few pair to find the right ones. However, the reward of looking fabulous will make the hunt well worth your time.

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I found this today on boingboing.net and it’s hilarious! Made up reviews for Tuscan Whole Milk. Really funny and worth reading.

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One thing I love about Target is their commitment to inexpensive, fashionable clothing. Their GO International line highlighting up and coming designers such as Tara Jarmon and Luella Bartley is great. So it was with much anticipation that I headed to the big red bullseye on Tuesday for the debut of the new line by Paul & Joe. I had previewed the line at target.com and was anxious to see it in person.

I was a bit disappointed when I got to the store and saw everything up close and personal. The wool poncho is scratchy and the colors are a bit weird. Not my idea of a good buy for $60 even if the style is cute. The owl pocket skinny jeans are adorable, but I didn’t have time to try them on. I’d say for $35 they aren’t a bad deal, but keep in mind you’ll probably have to go up a size or two since they’re Juniors sizing. I wasn’t impressed with the colors in the georgette top much too pale for me, but it would be lovely on someone with darker skin. All in all, not my favorite line, but not bad for Target. I can’t wait to see what my fave designer, Isaak Mizrahi, has in store for us this season. Stay tuned.

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Compliments of Suzanne, let’s enjoy our daily dose of The Hoff.

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Dear Summer,

You’re fired. Please pack your bags and leave immediately. We’re all tired of the heatwave. Fall has been hired as your replacement starting now.

Sincerely, Tammy Kirks

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Again, last week’s topic generated almost no responses. Thanks, mom, for chiming in with your television history which was actually quite entertaining. People, if you’re reading this blog, please post comments occasionally so I don’t start feeling like I’m entertaining myself!

In light of my job loss this week, I ask the question: What is your dream job?

My dream job would be to host my own version of “What Not to Wear.” All I’d have to do is visit my local Wal-Mart on any day and I could have dozens of contestants. I’d have Duane Bone of DB Design doing hair and Melissa or Jennifer at the MAC counter to do make-up. All I have to do is find a sassy co-host and a credit card company willing to sponsor each week.

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Now that I’m unemployed, it’s time for me to get creative about entertainment. My income was mainly used for entertainment and shopping so now I’m all about what I can get for very little or free. For example, this Friday night Steve and I will use our $25 gift certificate to have dinner at Patton Alley Pub then attend the First Friday Artwalk. Saturday night we’ve been invited to Matt and Sarah’s for paella night so dinner is taken care of. Now, I just have to make some money to supplement my fall wardrobe needs. However, since I don’t officially have a job, I don’t need any work clothes! That’s a weird feeling.

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