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Discussions Posted on 9/26/2003
 
sedation dentistry
Does anyone have any experiences to share on sedation dentistry? Joe (the other half) has a terrible fear of dentists due to a sadistic dentist he encountered as a kid, and he really does need some work done on his teeth. He knows it but just cannot

wearing skirts in cold weather
I was watching HSN, a cable shopping channel, on TV. They were selling Maggie Sweet clothing. There was a guy, who may have been the designer, and a woman who is probably one of their regulars sales people. Any way, they were talking about wearing s

What Socks w/ These Shoes?
Check the link: http://tinyurl.com/osim I bought a pair of these shoes to loaf around in. Problem is, I really can't figure out what sort of socks to wear with them! The don't really work sans socks... white socks look bad... I'm guessing pro

camoflage dilemma
I am so into the mesh camoflage look but i am a little concerned that should i have a heart attack or be bitten by a snake nobody would be able to spot me lying on the ground out there (in the aussie bush). Has anyone ever died from fashion?

Maybelline Shaggy Chic Fall 2003
Has anyone bought anything from this collection? I'm a MAC NC25/30 and the browned rose colors appeal to me since I've gotten lighter and could probably pull them off now. I bought the Maybelline Wet Shine lipstick in Pretty Knit and the Lip Pol

A book of sneakers
Just finished reading the review for the book 'Where'd You Get Those?' (Testify Books) in the Sept issue of Vogue. Sounds like an interesting read...well, for Charlie anyway ;-) -- Dennis http://www.ejacanada.com Remove 'Elle-Kabon

Perfume
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Max Factor Creme Blush COmpact - Old? - eBay
Hi; I found a really cool old-looking Max Factor Blush compact in my mother's old stuff and wonder how old it is? Anyone know? The blush itself is untouched, even still has the film protecting it. http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item

Re: What lipstick/gloss are you wearing today?
Chanel perplex with a dab of Fresh honey, a pale gold gloss. rjk stopped by alt.fashion and said try perplex. My daughters and I followed her advice and we all love it in spite of our different coloring. I don't like purple or mauve lipsticks but

Heads Up...Origins No Puffery Mask
The product wasn't available when I was shopping but I got a sample at the Origins counter at Macys on Monday. It's similar to the Clairins product to rid puffiness but less expensive. The little sample will last for several applications. Audrey h

Tell me about the cool jeans Gwyneth Paltrow wears
InStyle October 2003 p 314 Tell me about the cool jeans Gwyneth Paltrow wears The actress's 160 jeans by Blue Cult (aka Blue Cult Butt Lifter Jeans) feature frayed hems because Paltrow herself let them out. Now the 160s are being referred to in fa

What are *you* wearing today?
94 degrees I'm spending most of the day at home weeding summer discards from my closet and putting away the last of my vacation purchases. During the day I'll wear navy shorts with a navy and white striped tee but for lunch at noon with my girlfrien

Ordering from KevynAucoin.com...how long does it take to ship?
Just wondering how fast the turnaround is, ordering from KevynAucoin.com....those Expert Lip Tints look so tempting! :)

Nostalgia: 1982 post-punk, new wave fashion--when music and fashion were creative, colorful and fun!
How many music fashionistas clearly recall the feel of dressing in 1982 post-punk fashions, all the fuschia, irridescence and sparkle that set the tone in clubs and at parties 21 years ago? There were girls that copied Cyndi Lauper, The Go-Go's, Missin

need recs for tall boots that are comfy -- please ---help!!!
I've got foot problems now due to wearing what is in style now--the high heel pointy toe pumps back in my early 20's. There was a time when I didn't mind hurting to look well dressed. Now I'm 40 and poo -pooed that idea, going for comfort in footwear

Other than Blue Jeans
I'd like some new jeans -- but I want them in tan, dark brown, maybe olive green. Want them with a slightly dropped waist, but certainly not super low rise. Bonus points for stretch. Any ideas? -- Dana W. Carpender Howard Dean For President Take

Shu Uemura Mark cealer discontinued
Just heard this from a retailer. Is this news or did everyone know this already? What is wrong with these companies, jeez! I've been unable to find it in my shade Beige 4 for awhile, but I thought I just had bad timing. I must hoarde, but I can't f

Update: LL Bean Wide Calf boots
Just an fyi- My boots came in the mail today and the ROCK. Great heel height (for me) and they zip up perfectly over my full-figured calves. Just thought I'd pass that along. Best seasonal purchase in years. They're awesome. -Pfg ********

The instant weight loss perfume--or another reason to go fragrance shopping
From the latest Beauty Bulletin from Paula Begoun: ------------- According to a decade-long study by the Smell and Taste Treatment and Research Foundation, men perceive women to be 10 to 12 pounds lighter than their actual weight when they wear flo