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Pink Sugar Shoe Boutique open house October 01, 2009 | Comment on this article Leave a comment [img]2060622[/img] Read More
"Dancing With the Stars" diet secrets October 01, 2009 If you’re a fan of  “Dancing With the Stars,”  you’ve probably seen some of the contestants slim down and tone up. Dancing will do that, I guess, but is it just the dancing? Inquiring minds want to know if there’s more to it. Life & Style caught up with a few celebs to learn their... Read More
Kayne Gillaspie ... still waiting on the future of "Gown Crazy" October 01, 2009 Norman prom and pageant gown designer Kayne Gillaspie is still waiting to hear if  “Gown Crazy” will become a series. The  documentary soap special aired on  TLC in August. A camera crew followed Gillaspie as he completed five outfits for the Miss Oklahoma pageant... Read More
Nygard T-shirt helps in the fight against breast cancer September 30, 2009 Designer Peter Nygard does what he can to fight breast cancer year-round, but each October he also introduces a series of special-edition Nygard for Life T-shirts. Three different styles will be sold at Dillard’s during Breast Cancer Awareness Month, with 10 percent of the retail... Read More
Seen on the runway: high-waisted undies September 30, 2009   Are you ready for retro lingerie? It was all over the runwway, and now San Francisco lingerie designer Mary Green has introduced the Nouveau Retro collection. I’m talking high-waisted underwear, retro bralettes and teddies. The full brief retails for $27.50 and you can buy it here. Read More
Fall makeup trends ... embrace them now September 29, 2009 Two days ago it was 90-plus degrees. Today’s temps are at least 10 degrees cooler.  The weather may be playing havoc with your wardrobe, but it’s not going to affect your makeup. Fall makeup colors are glorious. Go ahead and embrace them. Christopher Drummond, a licensed esthetician and makeup... Read More
Gap co-founder dies September 29, 2009 Donald G. Fisher, co-founder of Gap Inc., died Sunday in San Francisco. He was 81 and had been battling cancer. Fisher, a third-generation San Fransiscan, founded his first store with his wife, Doris, in San Francisco 40 years ago last month on Aug. 21, 1969, according to Fashion Wire Daily. With... Read More
Jon Gosselin: dropped from TLC show, seeks to suspend divorce for 90 days September 29, 2009 As I’ve said before, I’m on the receiving end of all things Jon Gosselin. I’m talking gossip, news, etc.  So here’s the latest e-blast from In Touch Weekly. It came just about the time it was being reported by People magazine and gossip/entertainment bloggers that Jon Gosselin was being... Read More
If Paula Deen can wear leggings, so can I September 28, 2009 I wrote a Sunday story about leggings, their popularity and how retailers say they can be great for women of  most ages and many sizes.  Coincidentally, I was watching foodie Paula Deen Saturday morning and she had on black leggings with a long black tunic. She looked good. She broke up all... Read More
NARS introduces Eyeliner Stylo September 28, 2009 NARS has introduced a new liquid eyeliner called Eyeliner Stylo. It offers the ease of a felt-tip pen with a tip that’s firm but flexible for a easy control.  One stroke of the quick-drying, waterproof formula is all you need to create femme fatale eyes. The eyeliner is available in three shades... Read More
Urban Decay makeup artist coming to ULTA September 28, 2009 Makeup artist Eric Jimenez will be at two ULTA stores in Oklahoma City this week presenting master classes and free makeup consultations, as well as launching the 2009 Urban Decay holiday collection. Jimenez is an international makeup artist and worldwide retail sales director for Urban Decay. Introductory... Read More
OKC N STYLE -- Fall fashion preview September 27, 2009   Check out the September issue of OKC N Style in today’s paper. (It is limited distribution, so if it’s not in your paper, read it online here.) It’s our fall fashion preview and you’ll find trends, must-haves and a few style faves. We also caught up with singer and native Oklahoman Reba... Read More
Milan Fashion Week spring 2010: Armani and Prada September 26, 2009 I haven’t been following Fashion Week in Milan as closely as I did New York. But here’s a couple of collections you might find interesting. This story is by Robin Givhan of the Washington Post: MILAN, Sept. 25 –The spring 2010 fashion shows began here Thursday with the famously reserved Giorgio Armani and... Read More
Suited for Success fall clothing drive September 26, 2009 I usually don’t clean out my closets just because they need it. What kind of reason is that? If you’re like me and need a better reason, here’s one — Suited for Success kicked off its fall clothing drive Sept. 20 and the organization can use what you no longer wear or need. The campaign continues... Read More
Winners of the new Green Good Housekeeping Seal September 25, 2009 We all know about the coveted Good Housekeeping Seal. It’s like winning an Oscar. Now here comes the new Green Good Housekeeping Seal. It’s good to be green, you know. The first products to earn the green seal have been announced and let me be the one to — drumroll, please — announce the... Read More
Victoria Beckham says she eats ... now leave her alone September 25, 2009 Does she or doesn’t she? Eat, that is. That seems to be the question for Victoria Beckham these days. While in London for Fashion Week, and looking a bit more thin than usual, she couldn’t escape the question.  “I am fine – happy and healthy. It’s irresponsible when people obsess about my shape and... Read More
Here's how to get Holly Hunter's shiny, wavy hair September 24, 2009 Holly Hunter arrives at the 61st Primetime Emmy Awards on Sunday, Sept. 20, 2009, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo)   Local hair stylists keep touting Moroccanoil hair products. I haven’t used the brand, but perhaps I’ll give it a try. I just got an e-mail detailing actress Holly Hunter’s hairstyle for... Read More
Plus-size women AND shopping, TV, fashion September 24, 2009 Plus-size women are getting their time in front of the television camera these days. And many people think it’s about time. An estimated 62 percent of all American women age 18 and older wear a size 12 or larger. Now, most women do not consider a size 12 plus size. The point is, more women are seeing... Read More
Fall open house at Allyson's Closet September 23, 2009 Read More
Catching up with actress Sela Ward September 23, 2009 I love actress Sela Ward — not only is she talented, she seems so approachable — both in her looks and her dress. That’s not taking anything away from her. She’s gorgeous and is always dressed in something I wish I could wear. Anyway, Regina Dowling of Glamour24-7.com interviewed her... Read More