Rings, Gifts and Wedding Dresses, How To Find ‘The One.’

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I’m not sure where this post is going, but this ‘people being seen as clothes’ comment has been so apparent these past few days, that I can’t help but bring it to your attention. Case # 1. I just read an email from a friend in which she sent me links to engagement rings she [...]

The Man Who Dies with the Most Stuff

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This is a guest essay by Kristin Glenn of Revolution Apparel. Follow her on Twitter. If I know anything about being an American, it’s that the man who dies with the most stuff wins. At 13, I was well on my way to winning. Somehow, I had developed a love for bargains. Off-season prom dresses. [...]

The Blackest of Fridays

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Black (adj.): characterized by tragic or disastrous events; causing despair. —New Oxford American Dictionary This Friday is the busiest shopping day of the year: Black Friday. Retailers prepare months in advance for this day—preparation that’s meant to stimulate your insatiable desire to consume. Doorbuster sales. New products. Gigantic newspaper ads. TV, radio, print, billboards. Sale, [...]

Greener By The Minute: Easy Ways To Go Green on Thanksgiving

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The holiday season is officially in full-swing, and Thanksgiving marks the beginning of big family dinners, extensive gift shopping and elaborate decorations. But the season isn’t all turkey, stuffing and pie. According to RecycleWorks, from Thanksgiving to New Years Day, household waste increases by more than 25 percent. So, start off your holiday season on [...]

Don’t Upgrade

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The newest, latest, greatest version of Product X is available today. It’s only X dollars and it does all the cool things you never knew it could do. And if you act now, Product X will change your life. But we know we don’t need Product X to live a meaningful life (even if we [...]

Is Fashion Bad For Your Health?

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From foot-binding to neck rings, women have undergone a lot in the name of fashion for centuries. The modern woman, too, has her fair share of sacrifices. Cash and comfort have been given up for the latest trend. But should we trade in our health, too? We’re all for passion for fashion, but we believe [...]

New Favorite Accessory: My Engagement Ring

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Yes, that’s right. I’m getting hitched! My (now) fiancé proposed on August 4 in front of a lighthouse in Portland, Maine. It’s a pretty cool story… I had known this was coming, for several reasons actually. One of them being because I recently picked out my ring. Scratch that—I put it on HOLD. I know [...]

Keep Cool This Weekend Of July 22-24!

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Anthony Macioce Exhibit Where: Birmingham Bloomfield Art Center, 1516 S Cranbrook Rd, Birmingham, MI 48009 Date: Daily Next on: Tomorrow, July 22, 2011 Anthony Macioce presents ‘Palette & Brush’ and will be at the Birmingham Bloomfield Art Center until Aug. 26. Features: Open to All Free Boater Safety Class Where: 1200 N. Telegraph Rd., Building 38E, [...]

7 Ways To Look Better In The Dressing Room

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Remember the shape changing mirrors you laughed at as a kid during a carnival? You would think retailers would create something similar, only to make everyone look their absolute hottest. After all, the point of trying something on is to confirm if you look good in it, then buy it. Since that doesn’t exist, we [...]

Thoughtful Gift Ideas For Modern Moms

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We have some really thoughtful and creative gift ideas for Moms this year! Here are some of our top picks.  If you are looking to save a little cash, we are giving away a Custom Imprint Necklace Mom will love.  Just become out Facebook Fan. If you are looking for more ideas check out The [...]