Random Sunday: New Addiction

I blame Louise, mostly. Back in the day I had a spate of painting my nails various office-unfriendly colors — glittery, fire-engine reds, mostly — because … well, because I could.  I have super-hard nails (nobody appreciates things unless they… Continue Reading

Project Face

  Hey, look, I have eyes!!!  And without makeup.  Normally when I would smile, my squinting would make my eyes completely disappear. so that they are still visible, even with some remaining swelling, is just outstanding.  The chin has a… Continue Reading

Random Sunday: Foundation

Every now and again, one of you asks, so did you ever find a foundation? For those of you interested in my foundation drama, here´s my final report. I found the search for my “perfect” foundation fascinating. Unlike fragrance, I´m… Continue Reading

Disappointments

Few things in life are more disappointing than expecting one perfect thing and getting the exact wrong thing.   Consider the gorgeous shoes above.  That’s what I was expecting, perfectly sized up to accommodate for a narrow Christian Louboutin toe box.  What I… Continue Reading

Manly Scent Sampler Pack

My brother has presented me with a challenge, so I, of course, turn to all of you to see what I’ve done so far and to see if you have suggestions or additions. Tom opened up a bar and grill… Continue Reading

Le Dunce

  It´s peak allergy season, and I´ve responded by wearing tried and true fragrances for a few days, because bad allergies put me at the razor edge of migraine. I´ve got tons of samples calling out to me (thanks Kelly… Continue Reading

Jeepers Creeper, Where’d you Get Those Peepers?

As promised, y’all get to participate in my eyelash extension session from Thursday. Background — I am fair complected, blonde hair, and my eyelashes are almost blonde as well. Not blonde enough that they stand out a little, but just… Continue Reading