Cvillestyle poll: Hot or not?
November 28, 2008 by Ouiser Boudreaux · 1 Comment
I recently visited my fun and fashionable best friend in the equally fun and fantastic town of Nashville, TN. While the city received a big (cowboy) hats off for a great time, I was somewhat perplexed with a few of the fashion choices displayed by our southern comrades. Most perplexing was this:
The fingerless glove. A.k.a. Hobo gloves. They are apparently all the rage. They caught my eye because just about everyone I saw was wearing them, and I got the distinct pleasure of the wool/cashmere/skin combo whilst being introduced to some of the natives. I can’t decide if it’s a no-no like this or if I really like it. What do you think? Read more
Giving Thanks
November 25, 2008 by admin · 3 Comments
It’s an exciting time to be living in, if not a little bit stressful. Buzz phrases like ”financial meltdown” and “big three automakers” and “bailout” abound. But so does ”President-elect Obama.” Thanksgiving is a time to reflect (that is, when you’re not trying to get away from your family).
What are you thankful for this holiday?
[turkey]
Pretty in Pink
October 6, 2008 by HeatherM · 8 Comments
One in eight women will be diagnosed with Breast Cancer in their lifetime. That should be enough of a reason to join the fight, so feel into your girly-girl side and don some pink—October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month!
Stop by Panera Bread for a Pink Ribbon Bagel, a portion of sales throughout the month of October will be donated to the UVA Breast Care Program. There, you can also purchase a silicone ring (the next generation from those silicone bracelets) for $1.
LOL with Fine Whine paper goods…win a set of cocktail napkins!
September 18, 2008 by Haidee · 10 Comments
I recently came across the most delightful little cocktail napkins with what looked like traditional monograms, but upon second glance, turned out to be outrageous acronyms representing some oh-too-true statements.
DIET: Did I eat that? PMS: Peculiar Mental State RICH: Relax, It’s Cocktail Hour!
and my favorite…
SLUTS: Southern Ladies Under Tremendous Stress
Vice Presidential Specs Inspire Fall Trends in Eyewear
September 16, 2008 by Haidee · 2 Comments
Much to my surprise, it seems that Vice Presidential candidate Sarah Palin has sparked a flurry of self-reflection across our country. Her face time in front of the camera has motivated the masses to take a look at themselves in the mirror. They aren’t reflecting on earmarks or oil exploration. No, men and women alike are admiring Palin’s intelligent, lightweight, angular eyeglasses.
Saying Goodbye to Summer
September 13, 2008 by Ouiser Boudreaux · 3 Comments
Just as the mornings started to smell like fall, a hot and humid Saturday reminded me it was still technically summer. As anxious as I am to bid the sticky summer season goodbye, I know when the frigid wet cold of winter hits, I’ll wish it were summer once again. Before I rush to don my tweed slacks and Barbour coat, I’ll be hanging on to the last few days of summer until fall officially begins on September 22, 2008 at 11:44 am EDT.
Style Spotlight: The Skin Clinic of Virginia
August 28, 2008 by Haidee · 3 Comments
Shaving, waxing, plucking, Nairing. Since the dawn of our desire for smooth skin, these have been the only weapons in a never-ending battle against the bristles. Well, it is time to take control of our hair follicles and proclaim once and for all, “be gone!” Read more
If I am going to go to the gym, it had better be a really nice one.
August 20, 2008 by Haidee · 19 Comments
I used to go to the gym four to five times a week for at least an hour at a time. I had fun working out, looked good, and felt great. It was easy to keep up the routine when I belonged to the luxurious Sports Club/LA in Washington, DC. Going to the gym was like visiting to a luxury hotel. Come to think of it, it was located in the Ritz-Carlton. It was clean, spacious, smelled nice, and it had a fantastic cafe with gourmet salads and healthy shakes.
Cabin[et] Fever!
August 8, 2008 by admin · 5 Comments
CvilleStyle reader HeatherM wrote in to tell us about her most recent project. She transformed her kitchen cabinets from dull to delightful with some colorful paper and a little creativity. Here is her story with before and after shots of her now stylish shelves.
Cabin[et] Fever! by HeatherM
As I moved into my new apartment (note: new to me, not to be confused with new construction), I was excited to make it feel like home: hanging pictures on the wall, placing delicate soaps and color-coordinated hand towels in the guest bathroom, setting out family photos, etc. As I unpacked my dishes, determined to start off with an organization that would make Martha Stewart weep, I was slightly deflated to discover the dark, dingy, 80’s-looking wood on the inside of my cabinets. “No problem,” I thought. “I’ll just find some cool, patterned liner paper to spruce it up!”
The Artful Dogger: A Sheer Thing? Why not to clip your dog this summer
August 5, 2008 by Dr. Davis · 11 Comments
My nickname in high school was Mufasa. A la Disney’s “The Lion King.” My hair was comparable to the offspring of a brillo pad and a wool sweater. The first thing I did every summer was bolt to the salon for the ever-so-stylish bob and voila! I was instantly cooler–both socially and thermostatically.
It seems intuitive then, that man’s best friend surely must be suffering during these hot summer months with a long, thick hair coat, right? Think again! Consider the following information before you take your long haired dog or cat in for the Britney Spears look. Read more
