Category Archive: Just for fun

Jun 30

Seductive Smoky Eyes

(L) Classic Eyes (R) Smoky Eyes “Smoky” eyes have been the rage for years, but very few people know how to execute them effectively. First of all, you mustn’t ever put a dark color on the lids, because it will obscure the eyelashes. Secondly, smoky eyes are usually done in an almond shape, so that …

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May 12

Lost Sock Memorial

May 9th was "Lost Sock Memorial Day" We all know what happened to that missing sock: the Sock Monster got it. He is everywhere, but always when you’re not looking. A word about socks: Yes, the rule is that your socks should match either your trousers or your shoes; and with a navy blue suit …

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May 06

Airplane Day

Yesterday, May 5 was Airplane Day. My advice is to dress o the hilt on national airplane day. Whenever I fly, I always dress in professional attire. It once got me an upgrade to First Class. On a recent flight I asked if they had champagne in small bottles , but they didn’t. The flight …

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May 04

Paper Appreciation Day

May 4 is Paper appreciation day: Remember paper dolls? I doubt kids play with them any more with all of the high-tech toys out there. In honor of “Paper appreciation day” I thought you might like to see a real live “paper doll.” I doubt you’ll see this little number in your local department store, …

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May 04

Tell Her Day

May 3 was "Tell her day". This “day” could have an alternative name: “ Be Kind to your friend day – tell her she needs help with her wardrobe.” Here’s what you tell her: You are so beautiful. Do you mind if I tell you that you could be even more beautiful if you tweaked …

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Apr 30

Funky Hairdo Day

April 30th is Funky Hairdo Day. In honor of Funky Hairdo day I’m voting Victoria Beckham 2009’s all-around funkiest of hairdo’s. She’s gone from the funky bob-stack cut to a nearly shaved buzz cut. Take a look at the Beckham Evolution

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Apr 17

Visit the hospital day

April 19th is Visit the hospital day. A few years ago I was interviewed for an article on dressing for success even when your dress code is scrubs (link here). The nursing profession is a noble one, and the uniform of a nurse sets them apart from other staff and alerts patients to the seriousness …

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Apr 09

Murder by footwear!

You think YOUR shoes are killing your feet? Take a look at these. It seems obvious that these ridiculous shoes must have been designed by men. No woman would do that to another woman! Your comments?

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Apr 03

Don’t go to work unless it’s fun day!

Friday April 3rd is “Don’t Go To Work Unless it’s Fun Day”. Imagine walking by that person that normally makes you cringe whenever you see them, only to your surprise their hair is smooth and in place, their clothing is not rumpled, they are wearing accessories, and are wearing bright lipstick or a brightly colored …

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Mar 26

Make Your Own Holiday, Day!

In honor of “Make Your Own Holiday Day” I would like to proclaim this and every day, dress up to work day (as opposed to dressing casually day!) Hey, it’s getting tougher and tougher out there and you need every tool that you can use to strengthen your position to create a rock-solid career. The …

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