Historic Inauguration Fashions

In just a few hours the wait will be over and the world will finally get to see what Michelle Obama has chosen to wear to the dozen or so Inaugural Balls she and the new president will attend. Regardless of what the new First Lady wears tonight, you can bet the photos of it will be front page news and fashion experts will spare nothing when it comes to weighing in on its color, shape and size. You can also bet that whatever Michelle Obama dons at tonight’s star-studded fetes it will find its place in the Smithsonian Institution … Continue reading

Award Show Secrets

Do you ever watch the award shows – the Golden Globes, the Academy Awards, etc. – and wonder how the women can look so effortlessly beautiful? They usually (note I said USUALLY) have spectacular gowns, flawless hair and makeup, and beautifully jeweled shoes. CNN.com revealed that there are a few secrets used to help them look “naturally” beautiful. What kind of secrets to the stars possess that we mere mortals do not have access to? You probably know that many are offered their pick of designer gowns well in advance of the shows. After they pick the gown, most have … Continue reading