Jan 20
President Barack Obama was sworn in minutes ago and gave his inspiring Inauguration speech. It was truly a momentous and inspiring occasion. We, as Americans, are definitely ready to lead once more! I will leave it to the political pundits and historians to comment further on his speech. For me, it was perfect in …
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Jan 20
Take a look at the article about Michelle Obama's eyebrows that appeared in The Chigago Tribune. (Click here). Yes, Michelle Obama's eyebrows need tweaking - just as with the woman in the photo below on the right. [Note: these are from my Belgian days, and I actually did the cover on the left.] The two …
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Jan 20
We have a new President as of today at noon! Has anyone noticed that sometimes President Obama has the same intonation as David Brinkley, the late and great anchor of the NBC Nightly News? The next time you hear President Obama speak, you may also hear a hint of David Brinkley, just as I do. …
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Jan 19
I was sent a link to this YouTube video by one of my graduates and she asked me what I thought. I think this illustrates so beautifully what most men tend to wear and what all men should aviod! Here's why: First of all, his tie blends into his suit nearly – not enough contrast. …
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Jan 19
US Airways pilot, Captain Chesley B. Sullenberger, known as "the pilot's pilot" has been called a super hero for saving the lives of more than 150 people who were on board the plane he piloted January 15. As the entire world knows by now, his monumental skills and leadership capabilities were instrumental in his successful …
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Jan 17
Katie, You've got to give up brown. In color psychology, it represents Mother Earth and suggests "I’d rather be baking cookies." That's not your image. You do The Evening News at CBS! Leave brown for teachers and professors (who are substitute moms in a sense.)
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Jan 13
Katie definitely has a penchant for turtlenecks. She doesn't look bad. The problem is, she doesn't look like "The Evening News" because it makes her look too collegiate. Here's another tip forKatie: gold "chains around the neck" with a pendant often looks a bit collegiate, too, because it makes us think of going steady with …
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Jan 12
In October 2008 a lot of women breathed a sigh of relief to learn that Mr. Blackwell won't be handing out his "award" for the worst dressed women any more. Sadly, it's due to his recent demise. Amy Winehouse, as seen in the New York Daily News Article, (Click here) definitely takes the cake …
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Jan 11
President-Elect Obama paid a surprise visit to a famous "hot smokes" (deluxe sausage sandwich) restaurant in Washington, DC. The visit came as a complete surprise to co-owner Sonya Ali, who remarked, "Do you think I’d look like this if I knew?” she said, referencing her attire. For the complete article, click here This sort of …
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Jan 10
Be a source of inspiration to others. You want to dress to reflect who you are. If you feel great about who you are and what you do you will want to reflect this in the way you dress. Don't be afraid that people will think that you are showing off. Be a source of inspiration …
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