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How to wear a miniskirt

Beth Engel — Fri, 03 Jul 2009 11:18:15 -0500

I'm pretty sure my miniskirt days are over, but I'll check out that article anyway... I'm curious. :)

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I'm utterly in love

sassymonkey — Thu, 02 Jul 2009 11:18:10 -0500

With that Victoria's Secret swimdress. But looking at the size chart I just don't see it working for me (well, not enough to order it online which I'd have to do because we don't have VS here). If I happen to see it in Chicago though I just might have to try it on...

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I love these!

Beth Engel — Thu, 02 Jul 2009 11:12:54 -0500

The swimdress looks absolutely gorgeous. I'm off to check it out. It looks like something that I could actually feel comfortable in!

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Full-bottom coverage

Vered — Thu, 02 Jul 2009 11:06:14 -0500

Although I wear bikinis, I insist on full-bottom coverage and on a well-structured top. I think there's time for triangle bikinis (teens and early twenties, pre-kids), but after that, they just don't look or feel right. Last year I wrote about plus size swimwear - I think you just inspired me to write another swimsuit post!

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What to wear?

Manic Mommy — Thu, 02 Jul 2009 06:09:59 -0500

MaNiC MoMMy ... THeRe'S a MeTHoD To HeR MaNiC

Well, I wasn't freaking out about it. Till now.

I don't think I'd dare

gretnagreene — Thu, 02 Jul 2009 05:37:16 -0500

I don't think I'd dare have plastic surgery at all, unless it was absolutely necessary.

We seem to live in a world where people are obsessed by their looks. I had a friend who had breast implants when she was 19 years old - I thought she was nuts and told her so but she said it would make her feel better about herself.

Afterwards she then didn't like her nose, or her hips, etc, etc, etc

I think if you have a negative image of yourself you'll never be happy.

Thanks for the advice

paulag01 — Wed, 01 Jul 2009 09:57:08 -0500

My first time coming as well. This was helpful. I have one idea in mind for the day I am speaking versus the day I am not. Overall I am so NOT a clothes person (and biking shorts, hiking gear don't count -- that I love...)...but am always about being myself. So alas - we'll see what I fit in the bag knowing I'll be hanging out in Chicago another 2 1/2 days to R&R with my partner.

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Threadless tees!

alvenable — Wed, 01 Jul 2009 07:20:45 -0500

I love Threadless tees, too! In fact, I'm looking forward to visiting their brick & mortar store while in Chicago for the conference. Maybe we could get a group together and go shopping. Rock those tees! :-)

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Wow- you have to check out a

ccprince — Tue, 30 Jun 2009 20:19:15 -0500

Wow- you have to check out a little company that is doing Statement EVERYTHING better then anyone- I just ordered one of Doloris Petunia's custom statement necklaces- made from my old jewelry that was either broken or I didn't wear anymore and it is a work of art- and very well priced. You all need to check out this up and coming designers shop!

http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=6974321

Layers

JenWag57 — Tue, 30 Jun 2009 17:05:32 -0500

I completely agree about wearing layers. I've never been to Blogher but i've been to many conferences and they are almost always extremely air-conditioned. So even if it is 100 degress, bring a sweater of blazer, you will probably need it. Its better than taking a chance on shivering all morning.

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Thanks for the support Suzy

Mom101 — Tue, 30 Jun 2009 15:20:09 -0500

If you check the Save Handmade page at Cool Mom Picks, there are some good updates as to what's been going on in the past few months. There is now a one year stay on compliance, so I imagine things will flare up again as February '10 approaches.

Sadly, we've already seen several wonderful crafters and small labels voluntarily close shop because they can't afford the testing to prove compliance, even though they're meeting the guidelines. European brands like Haba, Selecta and Hess have pulled out some or all of their products from the US market. It's sad.

Here's a great update on Mothering.com about why it ain't over until it's over. Overlawyered is also a great resource.

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So far it looks like the

suzyjenkins — Tue, 30 Jun 2009 15:04:10 -0500

So far it looks like the CPSIA has not been enforced, as many are still selling their crafts and used children's toys/clothing on ebay. Time will tell how this will turn out in the future, but I will be fighting this along side other small businesses if it starts to be enforced.

Fashion tips

shoalswriter — Tue, 30 Jun 2009 08:32:48 -0500

The packing tips are great no matter where you're going. Whenever you travel in the summer, I think it's so important to find a lightweight and smash-proof cardigan you can roll up and put in your everyday tote and pull out whenever the air-conditioning or summer-evening breezes get too much. And I loved the glimpse into such stylish suitcases. Y'all have a great time.

Cathy

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Little Black Dress / LBD GIVEAWAY plus a $250 gift cert!

Carole_Hicks — Tue, 30 Jun 2009 08:12:34 -0500

I hope this doesn't seem spammish but I thought this comment column would be a great place to mention this -- visit http://MuffintopLess.com for details on how you can win LBD plus $250 gift certificate for clothing - total value $350! I think an LBD is a must for a conference like this and this dress is packable and won't wrinkle plus it sucks in your curves and has little bike shorts built in (and a built in bra) - BEST LBD ever!

Can't wait to meet everyone at BlogHer!

Carole Hicks

a/k/a MuffintopLess

Maybe I will skip the cocktail dress

CanCan — Mon, 29 Jun 2009 21:35:43 -0500

But I still need some shoes. Flip flops just won't do it for me...

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