Haste makes ruined clothes

So, I went out for martinis with an old friend from the East Coast whom I rarely get to see (we’re talking maybe once or twice a year, here, people), and we went to a swanky bar downtown last night, so naturally, I felt the need to dress up. I wore a white collared shirt [...]

To Dry Clean or Not To Dry Clean?

So, I find that I have a penchant for wool and linen things, most of which say either “hand wash only” or “dry clean only.” Since I don’t like to hand wash things and refuse to pay money (and destroy the environment) by dry cleaning things, I often just don’t wear them as often and [...]

Too Many Shoes?

I went on a trip to the twin cities (aka Minneapolis-St. Paul) this weekend with a club from school and, of course, we went to the mall. I was searching for a nice, flirty black skirt for social dance, and some dance shoes if possible. I found both: a black A-line skirt from H&M with [...]

Silk and Crocodile

The other day, I purchased a set of lovely silk pajamas that were on sale, and in a very interesting light turquoise, teal, lavender, pink, and yellow print that I liked very much, consisting of a little neglige and a gorgeous robe. I have since come to the conclusion that every woman should own silk [...]

Oof… linen…

Have decided that while linen is a lovely, comfy, and cool fabric, wearing it as wide-leg trousers means a hell of a lot of ironing on the hottest, most steamy setting (and no, it’s not rated X). Especially to keep that damn crease in the middle.
*sigh* They do look so hot, though. A bit big [...]