Are You A Fashion Maven or a Fashion Victim?


Having a style is about knowing who you are and knowing how to see. You can't do one without the other.

You Think This is Easy?


Ninety-nine times out of a hundred, the difference between fabulous and frumpy comes down to how the garment is made. What looks great on the runway is going to look like hell from Wal-mart, once you have the eye to see it.

Killer Shoes?


What makes this work and not that? Why is something fabulous and not something else? We aim to find out. Because money doesn't create taste, an education does.

I Wrote a Book.


It's a murder mystery from inside the fashion industry. You might like it.

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Day At The Beach

Posted on October 13, 2011 by xtine in Frontpage Blog | Leave a comment
Day At The Beach


But why do I want to spend that kind of money on something I’m just going to wear to the beach?

If you knew what went into making those shorts, or what it means to have something actually dipdyed like that, you might buy wisely and keep things longer. Or not. Look, I’m not your mother. But the hoodie and the shorts are priced right.

I can’t wait to tell you what goes into making clothes, and why they cost what they do. Check back often for insider information on what to look for, what’s a bargain for how it’s made, and where the companies are making their money charging an arm and a leg for a truly stupid item.