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It’s truly unfortunate that most of the news we hear about athletes is bad news. We have hundreds of stories about our Michael Vicks and our Ben Roethlisbergers and our Plaxico Burresses. Well, here’s one about Israel Idonije using his fame in a positive way to help benefit the community.
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For those in the Fashion Know, I’m sure you are looking forward to Fashion’s Night Out this Thursday, Sept. 8th. What began as a pet project of Vogue editor-in-chief, Anna Wintour, to help stimulate New York’s economy in 2009, has grown into a worldwide event, being celebrated in fifteen different countries. What is Fashion’s Night Out? Well, it’s a chance …
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Finally, we may be over the obsession with youth. Yes, I respect youth but we will age and, hopefully now we can do it gracefully as magazine covers for September are embracing this trend with Jennifer Aniston at 41 on the cover of Bazaar, Halle Berry at 43 on the cover of Vogue, and Julia Roberts at 43 on the …
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When I post a note, I’m saying, “I choose to be positive!” This is the mission of Caitlin Boyle’s, Operation Beautiful; which began with her dedication to end negative self-talk in girls, women, and men by posting anonymous notes in public places for other people to find. Caitlin started leaving positive messages on the mirrors of public restrooms – at …
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There is nothing more fashionable than a woman who is committed to a charitable cause. Last week, Barbra Streisand hosted a benefit for the Cedars-Sinai Women’s Heart Institute in order to raise money and awareness for heart disease. She’s seen loved ones suffer through heart disease and hopes women realize what a threat it is. Her philanthropic endeavor, in spite …
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The dress that launched a royal fairy tale has been sold for $276,000. Princess Diana wore the black taffeta gown on her first official appearance after her engagement to Prince Charles, and it caught photographers by surprise. The paparazzi knew Lady Diana at the time as “Shy Di” but it was this dress that changed the shy 19-year-old into a …
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On Saturday I got to sit down with Lauren Pierce Bush, designer, philanthropist, and former first niece. I confess that I went into the interview with some preconceived notions about who she was as a designer – there are so many girls these days coming from big family names slapping their name on garment labels, and I honestly wasn’t sure …
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I had the privilege of sitting down this week with Chicago fashion designer and philanthropist Barbara Bates, a woman who translates her passion not only into a living, but also into a way to brighten the lives of some of the city’s less-than-fortunate youth. Barbara grew up in Chicago, loved fashion at a young age, and her adorable boutique and …
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Valentine’s Day is approaching! It would be great if that special man in your life surprises you, but why wait? Enter NOW to win my Valentine’s Day Contest and treat yourself to this fabulous bracelet from the hip and edgy boutique in the 900 Shops, DNA 2050. (After all, it IS Accessory Friday!) This bracelet features red leather with …
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The time has come! Time to reveal the prized piece were giving away as part of our Holiday giveaway contest with Tiffany’s. Watch the video above to find out! Here’s how to Enter: – First, the contest is only open to my Facebook fans, so if you aren’t a fan, become 1 now! – Next, leave …