To Photoshop or not? The U.K. says no
Really, another Photoshop uproar? First, it was this scary-skinny Ralph Lauren model; she later claimed Ralph Lauren fired her for being too fat. Then, it was this letter from Self magazine Editor in Chief Lucy Danziger that defended, dubiously, its airbrushed Kelly Clarkson cover. Now, the U.K. has banned Twiggy’s curiously wrinkle-free Olay advertisements. The 59-year-old fashion icon looked downright juvenile in a set of photos touting the cosmetic company’s anti-aging cream. After Olay admitted to modest photo alterations, the U.K.’s Advertising Standards Agency (ASA) called the images “socially irresponsible” and prohibited the campaign. I think it’s a smooth move. By now, women know ...
Forever young: Look like a baby? Cheer up, you might live longer.
I’ve been stalled at bar entrances a few too many times. I’m freckled and babyfaced, and doormen don’t always trust my license. They accuse me of toting a fake and often demand a second or third form to prove my 1986-birthday. As realization dawns, their apologies are always a hurried, “Oh, hunny, don’t worry. You’ll love it when you’re 60.” The problem, of course, is that I am not 60. I don’t — ever, again — want to look like a middle-school student. The braces are off, my friends! Hallelujah. After reading a new Danish study, though, I’m praising my youthful DNA. In ...
Weekly Link Love – fashion and beauty websites
Each week, we’ll dig up the beauty and fashion news that surprised, fascinated…and made us want to shop. Shine.yahoo.com says more women remember specials shoes than their first kisses. Ideally, we’d all wear fab heels during our first kiss. The Budget Fashionista reports that Target’s Rodarte line of lacy dresses, tulle skirts and edgy-girly statement pieces launches on Sunday. Start lining up, now! Chic and Charming tells you how to “keep your luster” and ward off the winter blues. Hint: Gorgeous Audrey picture included. The Recessionista gives away $50.00 American Express gift cards to 10 lucky winners; write to her by Sunday, Dec. 20 ...
Who would you cross off your Christmas list?
A group called the “Advent Conspiracy” (www.adventconspiracy.org) is on a mission to make the real reason for Christmas cool. Founded in 2006 by five pastors, the organization claims that the $450 billion Americans spend on presents each season is overkill and ultimately causes more debt than tears of joy. In response, Advent Conspiracy challenges everyone to give just one gift less this Christmas. This debate always looms over December in some form, whether it’s cashiers instructed to say “Happy Holidays” or churches distributing “Put the ‘Christ’ back in ‘Christmas’” bumper stickers. Each year, shoppers bemoan Christmas’ super-consumerism while still stampeding Wal-Mart for ...
Coupon clicking: Virtual savings for holiday shopping
When I was growing up, my mom could count on two things happening if I tagged along on a grocery shopping trip: I would beg for sugary cereals, and I would definitely swipe stacks of coupons from the dispensers in each aisle. Of course, my five-year-old self didn’t grab fistfuls of barcodes because I cared about snagging a free tin of Dunkin Hines frosting. Much to my mom’s annoyance, I just liked taking those shiny strips of paper…and promptly throwing them on the floor. That favorite childhood game is on the outs, if Google’s search results are any indication. Savvy shoppers have ...
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To Photoshop or not? The U.K. says no
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Each week, we’ll dig up the beauty and fashion news that surprised, fascinated…and made us want to shop. Shine.yahoo.com says more women remember specials shoes than their first kisses. Ideally, we’d all wear fab heels during our first kiss. The Budget Fashionista reports that Target’s Rodarte line of lacy dresses, tulle skirts and edgy-girly... [Read more of this review]
Who would you cross off your Christmas list?
A group called the “Advent Conspiracy” (www.adventconspiracy.org) is on a mission to make the real reason for Christmas cool. Founded in 2006 by five pastors, the organization claims that the $450 billion Americans spend on presents each season is overkill and ultimately causes more debt than tears of joy. In response, Advent Conspiracy challenges... [Read more of this review]
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