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The Twisted Silver Renegade Trip continues with the introduction of the fabulous Eureka necklace. It’s totally a boutique conversation piece as yet delicately sweet and very versatile. I think this is one of my favorite Twisted Silver pieces to date. You can easily wear this necklace with a variety of Summer and Fall 2010 trends…
Origins is keeping the green spirit alive with another forward thinking initiative – The Trade-In Program. Origins is keeping the green spirit alive with a forward thinking initiative – The Trade-In Program. On 4/22, Origins is offering customers the chance to bring an empty cosmetic container (regardless of brand) to any Origins retail store or…
Avon Products, Inc. has launched Hello Green Tomorrow, a unique global grassroots mobilization in over 65 countries worldwide. The first goal of this environmental movement is to restore trees in the Atlantic Rainforest, in partnership with The Nature Conservancy. Avon started the campaign by donating $1 million to replant 1 million trees in this critically-endangered…
I still have a bit more to share about meeting What Not to Wear’s Stacy and Clinton at the Discovery Communications 25th anniversary gala, which tells you just how gracious, charming, and generous they were. Our conversation focused on how today’s busy woman can maintain a stylish look and how important it is to do…
Whoopi Goldberg Leaks News on Great Women in History New Webisode Series and Campaign from Poise Brand Address Light Bladder Leakage It’s never easy to hold in laughter, but a survey shows that half of women with light bladder leakage (LBL) are trying to do just that. The Poise brand says let them laugh, with…
So I was telling you about meeting What Not To Wear’s Stacy and Clinton at the Discovery Communications’ 25th anniversary gala. Despite being overwhelmed with eager admirers and reporters, they took time to speak directly to FH readers. We had a fabulous conversation about the stresses women face and how someone can empower herself by…
MUCH ADO ABOUT A MUTE SWAN: Part 2 …And the Swan Came Back… My 3-year old son was yelling, “Momma Swan came back! She’s here and she bit my finger!” I came running downstairs, and my son, Noah, had opened the slider when Princess knocked. Noah really liked Princess because well, she looked like an…
MUCH ADO ABOUT A MUTE SWAN: Part 1 The Swan Cafe This week, many feathers have been ruffled in Washington State. A new bill, #6255, has been introduced before House and Senate committees, down in our capitol, Olympia, Washington. And this government bill was born from the loneliness of another dear creature, who happens to…
How to Get Through the HolidaysWithout the D Word Coming Back to Haunt You The “D” word you say? Why, whatever could that be? Dysfuntion? Well, of course, not. Dysfunction never shows up around the holidays! It especially never shows up if your mother-in-law is present. Mother-in-laws, after all, are experts in every field, including the field of…
I have to admit that I grew up in a rather proper home, with a proper mother who knew how to set the table just so, and how to use which spoon when and with what. However, as proper as my own mother was, my grandmother was even more so. My grand-mother, having been born…
Hello, The Fashionable Housewife readers! We have something special for you today! To celebrate Christmas in November we’re giving away a $100 Shopbop.com instant gift card to one lucky commenter who talks about one of their favorite Marc Jacobs bags from Shopbop.com and why. Most insightful and creative comment wins! By the way, international readers,…
Mother of Six Replaces Myths and Guilt with Empowering Truths Large families are the subject of reality shows, best-selling books and now the recent controversy over the mother of Octuplets – these have all stirred up conversations about parenting capabilities and responsibilities. This is little surprise to author Leslie Leyland Fields, a mother of six….
Going on vacation soon? We found a really cool website that has lots of neat things for gals on a budget that are perfect for vacationing in style, or just every day wear! Calypso Studios debuted in January 2007 with a line of jewelry and accessories created from the earth’s natural elements: clay, shell and…
You may find it odd for a shopping blog to list the measurements of its founders, but The Intimate Guide Lingerie Blog makes shopping a bit more personal. Husband and wife team Jeff and Rachel LeRoy provide honest product reviews for their readers, help with fitting advice, and let everyone know about good sales —…
It’s an ombre invasion this season. We’re seeing all kinds of fading and shading and dip-dyeing too. Just add them to any outfit for a splash of style. They’re also a real conversation piece! Wanted Eden – Gray Degradé patent pump with pointed toe 3 3/4" covered heel Synthetic lining Rubber outsole Upper: 100% polyurethane…
I watched 20/20 last Friday night at 10:00pm and was baffled by this awesome story that Bill Ritter covered. I just had to share it with all you gals because it’s fantastic information!! Quick rundown on how to haggle: 1. Ask for the store manager or owner. They have the authority to give you a…