Truth be told, I'm usually not a fan of understated elegance. I've always been the kind of girl with border-line gaudy taste . However, there is something about this piece that really caught my eye. I'm not sure if it's the color of beads or the beautiful finish of the metal but either way, it's just PEACHY.
Wednesday, January 31, 2007
don't mess with my man
OK, so I guess I don't technically have a "man" -- unless Grow a Boyfriend counts -- but if I did, I wouldn't want you messing with him.
In an ideal world, I'd be planning lust-filled exotic vacations with Patrick Dempsey, or, more practically, the short-term fling whose MySpace I visit daily.
But we don't live in an ideal world, and that means we must often face the harsh realization that the men of our dreams are taken. And then we move on.
At least that's what's supposed to happen.
However, it doesn't always work that way, and in recent years I've seen more and more of my female friends regard a crush's girlfriend, wife or wife-to-be as merely a speedbump in the road of life.
In my experience, plenty of girls won't think twice before pursuing an attached man -- even if they're lured simply by the appeal of wanting something they can't have.
Now before glaring images of "skank," "tramp" and "ho-bag" invade your minds, let me play devil's advocate. Aren't relationships supposed to be governed by the unexpected? And if so, isn't it possible that the invasion of a third party can actually make us more aware of what we want out of love?
In short, who -- if anyone -- do you consider off-limits? Have dating rules changed to the point where it's OK to pursue someone who's attached? What about someone who used to be attached to one of your friends?
Give me your thoughts, maneaters.
And in the meantime, happy hump day. Behave appropriately.
In an ideal world, I'd be planning lust-filled exotic vacations with Patrick Dempsey, or, more practically, the short-term fling whose MySpace I visit daily.
But we don't live in an ideal world, and that means we must often face the harsh realization that the men of our dreams are taken. And then we move on.
At least that's what's supposed to happen.
However, it doesn't always work that way, and in recent years I've seen more and more of my female friends regard a crush's girlfriend, wife or wife-to-be as merely a speedbump in the road of life.
In my experience, plenty of girls won't think twice before pursuing an attached man -- even if they're lured simply by the appeal of wanting something they can't have.
Now before glaring images of "skank," "tramp" and "ho-bag" invade your minds, let me play devil's advocate. Aren't relationships supposed to be governed by the unexpected? And if so, isn't it possible that the invasion of a third party can actually make us more aware of what we want out of love?
In short, who -- if anyone -- do you consider off-limits? Have dating rules changed to the point where it's OK to pursue someone who's attached? What about someone who used to be attached to one of your friends?
Give me your thoughts, maneaters.
And in the meantime, happy hump day. Behave appropriately.
Tuesday, January 30, 2007
let me see that...
I did forget one tiny detail of my weekend -- a major overhaul of my underwear collection, made necessary by my dog's recent chewing spree.
So Saturday, I hit the shelves of Victoria's Secret, and left the store with $71.23 worth of panties, all of which were thongs. It was a retail decision made purely by instinct. I wasn't planning a romantic interlude -- at BEST a solo fashion show -- but rather, I was simply shopping according to what makes me feel comfortable.
Yes, I realize that's a rather ironic statement, seeing as "comfort" and "perpetual wedgie" are hardly synonymous. Thongs were a concept entirely foreign to me until my freshman year of college, when a group of "cool girls" encouraged me to enter The Dark Side.
The changeover was in motion by the end of my sophomore year.
Now, I can't imagine wearing granny panties. Three letters: VPL. But maybe that's not the case for everyone. Years after my college graduation, I was shocked when a fling told me I was the first hookup partner of his to wear a thong.
So maybe I'm overestimating the virtues of these barely-there undergarments. Maybe they really do serve no purpose other than to feed canine teething habits. For the sake of my Victoria's Secret addiction, I really hope that's not the case.
Ladies...have you made The Changeover? If so, when and why? Comfort? Versatility? Romantic intrigue? If not, do you feel like you're in the minority?
And guys...do you even pay attention to our underwear? If a girl wore thongs during the honeymoon phase of relationship, and then switched to granny panties once she got comfortable with you, would you be upset?
Give me all your Sisqo-inspired insights.
So Saturday, I hit the shelves of Victoria's Secret, and left the store with $71.23 worth of panties, all of which were thongs. It was a retail decision made purely by instinct. I wasn't planning a romantic interlude -- at BEST a solo fashion show -- but rather, I was simply shopping according to what makes me feel comfortable.
Yes, I realize that's a rather ironic statement, seeing as "comfort" and "perpetual wedgie" are hardly synonymous. Thongs were a concept entirely foreign to me until my freshman year of college, when a group of "cool girls" encouraged me to enter The Dark Side.
The changeover was in motion by the end of my sophomore year.
Now, I can't imagine wearing granny panties. Three letters: VPL. But maybe that's not the case for everyone. Years after my college graduation, I was shocked when a fling told me I was the first hookup partner of his to wear a thong.
So maybe I'm overestimating the virtues of these barely-there undergarments. Maybe they really do serve no purpose other than to feed canine teething habits. For the sake of my Victoria's Secret addiction, I really hope that's not the case.
Ladies...have you made The Changeover? If so, when and why? Comfort? Versatility? Romantic intrigue? If not, do you feel like you're in the minority?
And guys...do you even pay attention to our underwear? If a girl wore thongs during the honeymoon phase of relationship, and then switched to granny panties once she got comfortable with you, would you be upset?
Give me all your Sisqo-inspired insights.
Monday, January 29, 2007
Monday Madness: Where are my Keys?
$38, ShopIntuition[True Story] I consider myself a pretty responsible person. I help old ladies cross the street, pay my bills on time, ignore my ex-boyfriend's calls...you know, the basics. However this weekend, to my dismay, I misplaced my keys! This has NEVER happened before and never will it happen again. I am determined to find a fashionable way to display my keys around my neck. I'm using this necklace as my inspiration.
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Sunday, January 28, 2007
three for three
It's the second time this has happened since I bribed my eighth-grade teacher by making fortune cookies to accompany a book report about Confucius.
I got an A+ this weekend.
I'm referring, of course, to my grade for completion of my weekend picks. Take that, Brad.
I bought my plunger at Target Saturday morning, and watched "Little Miss Sunshine" -- which I recommend, by the way -- Saturday night. But my favorite pick by far was running with the Chattahoochee Valley Hash House Harriers Saturday afternoon.
You have to hang out with these guys, even if the mere sight of running shoes gives you convulsions. It doesn't matter. Trust me...this is coming from the girl whose exercise regimen is sculpted around the likelihood of nail breakage.
Physical prowess really is secondary to the Hash. It's about friendship and secret symbols and beer...and men in kilts. What an endorsement.
Picks aside, I stayed in for most of the weekend, as I'm saving money to attend my friend Lily's wedding in Vegas in two weeks. Make a donation to the fund and get the first look-over of any of my "what happens in Vegas, stays in Vegas" X-rated photos from the weekend.
However, I did enjoy dining at TGIFriday's Saturday night. Sure, it's a chain, but the company was great and the food was even better.
So there you go. Remember...A+. Although I have yet to fix my defunct plumbing, so penalize as you'd like.
Is there a plumber in the house?
I got an A+ this weekend.
I'm referring, of course, to my grade for completion of my weekend picks. Take that, Brad.
I bought my plunger at Target Saturday morning, and watched "Little Miss Sunshine" -- which I recommend, by the way -- Saturday night. But my favorite pick by far was running with the Chattahoochee Valley Hash House Harriers Saturday afternoon.
You have to hang out with these guys, even if the mere sight of running shoes gives you convulsions. It doesn't matter. Trust me...this is coming from the girl whose exercise regimen is sculpted around the likelihood of nail breakage.
Physical prowess really is secondary to the Hash. It's about friendship and secret symbols and beer...and men in kilts. What an endorsement.
Picks aside, I stayed in for most of the weekend, as I'm saving money to attend my friend Lily's wedding in Vegas in two weeks. Make a donation to the fund and get the first look-over of any of my "what happens in Vegas, stays in Vegas" X-rated photos from the weekend.
However, I did enjoy dining at TGIFriday's Saturday night. Sure, it's a chain, but the company was great and the food was even better.
So there you go. Remember...A+. Although I have yet to fix my defunct plumbing, so penalize as you'd like.
Is there a plumber in the house?
Friday, January 26, 2007
about that boyfriend...
He's not who you think he is. And by that I mean a breathing human being.
Wait, I'm getting ahead of myself.
Thursday night, a male friend of mine was complaining how many times he'd entered a fulfilling conversation with an attractive woman, only to have her inform him 15 minutes later that she had a boyfriend.
His peeve: Why can't they just tell us right away?
First, and perhaps most harshly, they might be lying. I'll be the first one to shamelessly admit that I use the first 15 minutes of conversation to gauge a potential fling's suitability.
If there's no glimmer of hope -- but he seems to be a nice guy inside -- I'll shoo him off gracefully, subtly mentioning a (fake) boyfriend. Is it harsh? Decide for yourself. Is it better to tell someone -- who may be struggling with 24 years of self-esteem issues -- that he brings nothing to your romantic table?
A fake boyfriend seems to be the lesser of two evils.
But there are times when the aforementioned bf is real. I got this scenario from a married friend, who said an early-conversation decision to specify she's taken often results in anger from single men.
"What? You mean, you can't even TALK to other guys??"
Either way, the shutdown can be spirit-crushing. So women, time your words carefully.
And men, save yourself a night alone with the "Grey's Anatomy" soundtrack and just ask if we're attached. Early.
Have a good weekend, fake boyfriends and all.
Wait, I'm getting ahead of myself.
Thursday night, a male friend of mine was complaining how many times he'd entered a fulfilling conversation with an attractive woman, only to have her inform him 15 minutes later that she had a boyfriend.
His peeve: Why can't they just tell us right away?
First, and perhaps most harshly, they might be lying. I'll be the first one to shamelessly admit that I use the first 15 minutes of conversation to gauge a potential fling's suitability.
If there's no glimmer of hope -- but he seems to be a nice guy inside -- I'll shoo him off gracefully, subtly mentioning a (fake) boyfriend. Is it harsh? Decide for yourself. Is it better to tell someone -- who may be struggling with 24 years of self-esteem issues -- that he brings nothing to your romantic table?
A fake boyfriend seems to be the lesser of two evils.
But there are times when the aforementioned bf is real. I got this scenario from a married friend, who said an early-conversation decision to specify she's taken often results in anger from single men.
"What? You mean, you can't even TALK to other guys??"
Either way, the shutdown can be spirit-crushing. So women, time your words carefully.
And men, save yourself a night alone with the "Grey's Anatomy" soundtrack and just ask if we're attached. Early.
Have a good weekend, fake boyfriends and all.
holler for a dollar?
Before I'm inundated with a sea of cyber ads for custom-made dancing poles, I'll emphasize this isn't another post about stripping.
Sorry.
Anyway...I recently got a call from a male reader who related a recent first date of his. They went to a local restaurant, exchanged the obligatory getting-to-know-you formalities, yada, yada, yada. Fast forward to the end of the night. He offers to pay for dinner, she offers as well, he accepts her offer.
And they lived happily ever after. Right?
Honestly, I don't know. But I was surprised at how many friends of mine -- male AND female -- said his decision to let her pay for dinner was the end of the beginning.
I admit...it would have thrown me a little off guard. Men, listen up. All women have a rustle-through-your-purse, I'll-get-this routine. That does not by any means signal an actual desire to pay. In fact, more than 75 percent of the time, I perform my routine in the absence of real cash. Or credit cards.
That said, are my friends right in calling this reader's monetary submissiveness lethal? Or, has modern dating courtesy progressed to a point where emotional investment outweighs a $24.14 restaurant check?
And what if his female companion knew a second date wasn't in the cards? Does that change the financial equation?
Sorry.
Anyway...I recently got a call from a male reader who related a recent first date of his. They went to a local restaurant, exchanged the obligatory getting-to-know-you formalities, yada, yada, yada. Fast forward to the end of the night. He offers to pay for dinner, she offers as well, he accepts her offer.
And they lived happily ever after. Right?
Honestly, I don't know. But I was surprised at how many friends of mine -- male AND female -- said his decision to let her pay for dinner was the end of the beginning.
I admit...it would have thrown me a little off guard. Men, listen up. All women have a rustle-through-your-purse, I'll-get-this routine. That does not by any means signal an actual desire to pay. In fact, more than 75 percent of the time, I perform my routine in the absence of real cash. Or credit cards.
That said, are my friends right in calling this reader's monetary submissiveness lethal? Or, has modern dating courtesy progressed to a point where emotional investment outweighs a $24.14 restaurant check?
And what if his female companion knew a second date wasn't in the cards? Does that change the financial equation?
Thursday, January 25, 2007
Deal of the week (Thursday): Swimming with Dolphins
$59.88, Wal-MartEvery time I visit Cancun, I always place "Swimming with Dolphins" on my to do list and never seem to get around to it. There's only so much a girl can do in 4 days. With its white gold finish and sparkling diamonds, this ring will remind me to TAKE A BREAK, enjoy the tropical paradise and actually make time to swim with the dolphins.
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Wednesday, January 24, 2007
Wild Card Wednesday: I want to FLY away!
$35, Refinery29
As a little girl, I remember my parents placing me on the plane for a trip to my grandma's house. My sister and I would be so excited because we'd get to sit in the Captain's chair and travel alone like "Big Girls". This necklace reminds me of a simpler time when flying was just plane fun.
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Tuesday, January 23, 2007
THIS OR THAT Tuesday: Lego my Heart
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Shop Planet LuLu OnlineFor those of you who have been sleeping under a rock for the past year, Planet LuLu is one of the best sites to great fashion for less. No knockoffs here! Just authentic products at unbelievable prices. All of their sales are by invite only so head on over to the site, put yourself on the list and tell 'em ME sent ya!
Monday, January 22, 2007
Monday Madness: I'm in Love
Some would say that true love only happens once in a lifetime but I beg to differ. Each day I find a new piece of jewelry that I'm totally in love in with and today's no exception. I love the enamel finish and gold detailing of this necklace. For a price this fantastic, maybe I'll buy it in red too!
P.S.
I've seen this necklace in person and it's absolutely to die for!
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Sunday, January 21, 2007
dddelicious
Sure, the night was a little twisted, but I didn't think twice before hitting the local strip club scene last weekend. In the company of two friends, I saw my first toothless pole dancer and was even snubbed for dancing that supposedly jeopardized a local venue's business.
A manager-typed charged me with multiple counts of something that involved "banarama."
Still, I considered the excursion a welcome break from the usual monotony of local nightlife, and I'm wondering if female ambivalence toward male-oriented strip clubs is a thing of the past. Do women still harbor anxieties about hitting a topless bar on a Friday night? Even if they don't attend, are women more willing to let a significant other devote a night to the world of questionable gyrations?
I'd like to know if there's any degree of taboo attached to these entertainment options.
Tell me your tales of half-nude glory.
A manager-typed charged me with multiple counts of something that involved "banarama."
Still, I considered the excursion a welcome break from the usual monotony of local nightlife, and I'm wondering if female ambivalence toward male-oriented strip clubs is a thing of the past. Do women still harbor anxieties about hitting a topless bar on a Friday night? Even if they don't attend, are women more willing to let a significant other devote a night to the world of questionable gyrations?
I'd like to know if there's any degree of taboo attached to these entertainment options.
Tell me your tales of half-nude glory.
Friday, January 19, 2007
so...do you come here often?
Consider this blog a therapy session you can attend in your underwear.
That's not an invitation for uninvited webcasts, but rather a vow that we'll wake up together each Sunday afternoon willing to numb the scars of the weekend.
Expect the inside dish on seedy socializing, as well as hungover insights on a dating life that has so far been a reaffirmation of the necessity of my inflatable boyfriend. Men break up with me on MySpace. Enough said.
Partying can be tough. Don't even expect me to clarify the blurred distinction between "bed head" and "sex hair."
Still, I can promise you a blog in which readers will get their money's worth. Beginning with this Sunday's post, which incidentally involves a bunch of $1 bills.
So abandon your dignity, ignore the smeared makeup and join me on The Walk of Shame. You'll find your way home in no time.
That's not an invitation for uninvited webcasts, but rather a vow that we'll wake up together each Sunday afternoon willing to numb the scars of the weekend.
Expect the inside dish on seedy socializing, as well as hungover insights on a dating life that has so far been a reaffirmation of the necessity of my inflatable boyfriend. Men break up with me on MySpace. Enough said.
Partying can be tough. Don't even expect me to clarify the blurred distinction between "bed head" and "sex hair."
Still, I can promise you a blog in which readers will get their money's worth. Beginning with this Sunday's post, which incidentally involves a bunch of $1 bills.
So abandon your dignity, ignore the smeared makeup and join me on The Walk of Shame. You'll find your way home in no time.
Frantic Friday: A Dove in the Hand
$12.50, Delia's If a bird in the hand is worth more than 2 in the bush, then this necklace is priceless. This piece is light, airy and heavy on style. I guess the saying is true. Birds of a feather...well, you know the rest!
Thursday, January 18, 2007
Deal of the week (Thursday): Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star
Star light, star bright, the first star I see tonight. I wish I may, I wish I might...have these earrings in my shopping bag tonight.
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Wednesday, January 17, 2007
Wild Card Wednesday: Flowers in Bloom
Well Victoria, the secret is out! Spring is approaching and this flower is in full bloom. This cuff is fantastic and is the perfect accessory to pair with your LBD.
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Tuesday, January 16, 2007
Monday, January 15, 2007
Monday Madness: Shoot an Arrow Straight to my Heart!
Some would call ME a heartbreaker. The real love 'em and leave 'em type of girl. With these earrings, I can pay homage to Cupid and maybe learn something about true love in the process.
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ME featured in The Budget Fashionista Newsletter
One of ME's comments made into this week's Budget Fashionista Fashion Report. The Budget Fashionista is a great website that offers tips for staying stylish on a budget. Here are the shoes and comment that helped us earn our claim to fame.
“I know I'll be the long ranger on this one but I'm digging the gold boots. Please don't kill me! I can't help it.... I'm a sucker for moccasins. However…. I have several appointments with my shoe therapist to work through my issues…” Margarite Elaine
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“I know I'll be the long ranger on this one but I'm digging the gold boots. Please don't kill me! I can't help it.... I'm a sucker for moccasins. However…. I have several appointments with my shoe therapist to work through my issues…” Margarite Elaine
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We look forward to hearing from you!
Friday, January 12, 2007
Frantic Friday
$8.50, AmazonOh how I miss home! Usually around this time of year, my girlfriends & I eagerly await the release of the Houston Rodeo Show schedule. Don't laugh! We have fantastic shows each and every year. This necklace takes me back to a place where the Appaloosa run wild and 4-H reigns supreme.
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Photo courtesy of: TopButton and Kristopher Dukes
Thursday, January 11, 2007
FROM ME TO YOU: Deal of the week (Thursday)
$11.40, Asos
When I was a little girl, I used to fantasize for hours about becoming a ballerina. One of my favorite books was, Angelica on Stage, which was a about a female mouse who danced in the ballet. Then I saw, Center Stage, and my love was reignited. Oh how I wish to be a ballerina....
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Wednesday, January 10, 2007
Wildcard Wednesday
If you are anything like I am, your probably a little strapped for cash after all the gift buying of Christmas, Partying for New Years and Splurging on the January Sales – but you still want to get your retail fix and continue to update your wardrobe on a, oh say, weekly basis!!!
The best way to do this is with jewelry. Here are my Top 5 Sites to buy Reasonably Priced Jewelry;
5. Target – You can’t go past Target for cheap costume and ‘fine’ jewelry.
4. EBay - Great for some homemade, one off pieces designed and made by people who don’t have a store. As always, be sure to check sellers feedback to ensure you are buying from a trusted seller.
3. Girlprops – Cheap Cheap Cheap costume jewelry. Regularly featured in US magazines such as Seventeen and Cosmogirl. Also regulary featured on Margarite Elaine.
2.ASOS – This UK site has every kind of jewelry you could ask for and some ridiculously low prices. Shipping from the UK to other counties is surprisingly cheap too.
1. Margarite Elaine– Our very own stylist and jewelry designer. ME jewelry is affordable, of high quality and most importantly, totally devine. In most cases, ME can even make or find items upon request!!!
The best way to do this is with jewelry. Here are my Top 5 Sites to buy Reasonably Priced Jewelry;
5. Target – You can’t go past Target for cheap costume and ‘fine’ jewelry.
4. EBay - Great for some homemade, one off pieces designed and made by people who don’t have a store. As always, be sure to check sellers feedback to ensure you are buying from a trusted seller.
3. Girlprops – Cheap Cheap Cheap costume jewelry. Regularly featured in US magazines such as Seventeen and Cosmogirl. Also regulary featured on Margarite Elaine.
2.ASOS – This UK site has every kind of jewelry you could ask for and some ridiculously low prices. Shipping from the UK to other counties is surprisingly cheap too.
1. Margarite Elaine– Our very own stylist and jewelry designer. ME jewelry is affordable, of high quality and most importantly, totally devine. In most cases, ME can even make or find items upon request!!!
Tuesday, January 9, 2007
THIS OR THAT Tuesday
Yeah, I know, I know. This is a fashion jewelry blog but I saw these shoes and couldn't resist. They are from an awesome website that specializes in offering shoes for ladies with a larger footprint. ME wears a size 12 and let me tell ya, this site is a godsend. Now my lil' piggies can be comfortable and in style. What a concept!
Which do you prefer? Leave your comments below.
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Monday, January 8, 2007
Monday Madness
This is the perfect necklace to accentuate your winter layers. I recommend wearing this over your turtlenecks or maybe with one your deep v-neck sweaters. Either way, with a price this great...you can't go wrong!
Friday, January 5, 2007
Frantic Friday
Just in time for spring, these earrings definitely make a statement. Composed of beryl, a gemstone known to bring its wearer good luck, these earrings will get your New Year off to a great start. Down on your luck? Maybe these earrings will bring you good fortune in 2007.
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Thursday, January 4, 2007
FROM ME TO YOU: Deal of the week (Thursday)
$119.99 (regularly $175), Juicy Couture @ Bloomingdales+ TAKE AN EXTRA 30% OFF WITH CODE SNOW30
Aren't the after Christmas sales great?! This bracelet has a ton of chunky charms, a toggle closure and is finished with a wonderful silvertone. Who knew the girls over at Juicy could be so edgy?
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Wednesday, January 3, 2007
Tuesday, January 2, 2007
ME featured in ThisNext
Margarite Elaine, $17Today, much to my surprise, I received an email from Kristopher Dukes containing some exciting news. My fabulous trinkets have been featured in ThisNext. ThisNext is a great shopcast site that allows us, the readers, to share our favorite finds on the net. Check out my finds on the bottom half of the right margin. These are the earrings that made the cut. Interested in rocking these beauties? Drop ME a line and we'll see what we can work out.
This is a Happy New Year indeed!
This is a Happy New Year indeed!
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