When I was growing up, the notion of recycling denim meant turning your jeans into something else. That could have been taking a pair of pants and sewing up the legs to make a skirt. Or, it could be taking a jean jacket, cutting off the sleeves and converting it into a vest. Sometimes I…
Why write about work from home wardrobe essentials? Because plenty of people are already working from home. When it comes to work from home statistics, one article suggested that four in 10 Americans have telecommuted for their job at one point or another. Another said those that work from home, on purpose and full time,…
Recently, I received an invitation to a wedding that asked guests to follow a black-tie optional dress code. It left me wondering: what exactly am I supposed to wear? And what about my husband? Should he wear that optional black tie or not? After I figured out how decode this and other dress codes, I…
Lab-grown diamonds, also known as synthetic diamonds, have become increasingly popular in recent years, and for good reason. More people want diamonds that offer a more ethical and sustainable alternative to natural diamonds. I’d never heard of lab-made diamonds until my daughter brought them up. She works in a university lab so she’s up on…
This post on womens wide casual shoes grew out of this much larger article on the best wide width shoes for women. That article covered nearly every kind of shoe under the sun. And, frankly, it got too long to be helpful. I was trying to do everything for everyone looking for wide width women’s…
I’ve been on a quest to find the top bras for big busts for as long as I can remember. Just as I’ve been blessed with extra wide feet–and therefore have a challenge finding shoes–I’ve been blessed with a large cup size. Well, it’s a blessing and a curse. Really. Because finding bras to fit…
I’ve just updated my review of online stylist services. It includes Stitch Fix, MM.LaFleur and Dia & Co. These are great for personal styling.
I’ll never forget the first time I became aware of the importance of cruelty free makeup. In college, I was a journalism major and was taking a class on photojournalism. One of our assignments was to photograph a protest happening near our campus. This one was about beauty brands that tested on animals and it…
It’s time for summer sales. Outside of Black Friday, you may not find deals as good as what you’re going to see in July and August. There are lots of reasons why the summer sales season heats up like it does. So, this article outlines all of the specials you can expect to find in…
You probably know some of the most common federal holidays. But, do you know why we celebrate them? Are you familiar with when these national holidays occur? And are you wondering if stores, businesses, banks and more are allowed to be open on federal holidays? Well, after writing my article on stores closed on national…
This is not medical advice about colonoscopy prep. I’m writing this article to help you identify essentials to have on hand so you can feel more comfortable when prepping for a colonoscopy procedure. That is, how to make your skin feel more comfortable during the prep. Also, how to just feel better overall during the…
It is important to know and understand the return policy at a store before you shop there. This includes if you are shopping online and hoping for free shipping both ways. That is, when a store says “free returns,” it doesn’t always mean free return shipping. In fact, I’ve made an unofficial personal policy not…
Even though summer doesn’t officially start until the third week of June, this month is the unofficial start of the summer sales season. In fact, it’s a popular time to shop for dads and grads. It’s obvious that Father’s Day is a big shopping holiday for June. So you can expect to find good prices…
I’ve just updated this blog post on the best wedding registry programs. That’s because this year, a bunch more stores are offering free gifts with a new registry. Or they’re giving discounts to enjoy after your wedding. Either way these are some of the best places to registry for a bridal shower. When I think…
Where do the wealthy shop to save the most money? The answers may surprise you. Hint: it involves trips to Target, Walmart, Costco and Home Depot!
Looking for camping gift ideas because someone in your life loves the outdoors? Well, you’re not alone. For starters, North America is home to the world’s largest camping-gear market. Then, there’s the fact that this country has a plethora of public land and national parks available for citizens to ramble through. As far as where…
My husband is forever on the hunt for the perfect men’s wide width casual shoes. To make matters worse, he doesn’t just have wide feet–he has an extra wide foot with a high arch. Therefore, it’s always been difficult to find shoes that fit. While we’ve been able to narrow down brands of dress shoes…
Looking to help your fashion-challenged guy dress better? Check out my review of these 2 of the best online stylist services for men. I cover Stitch Fix Men vs Trunk Club for Men.