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Discussions Posted on 10/24/2003
 
OT/What Movie Did You View Recently?
x-no-archive: yes Belle Epoque. I am kind of getting into these movies with subtitles. This one has Penelope Cruz in it, made about 1992. The main character played by Jorge Sanz reminds me quite a bit of Robert Downey Jr. It was a cute movie, bu

jonesing for red plaid
It rarely happens that I fall in lust with something I see in a magazine. I get ideas, inspiration, the occasional acquisitive twinge, but rarely full-blown lust. But (you knew there was going to be a but, right?), there on page135 of the October i

those darned movie people!
_The Wendell Baker Story_ (the Wilson brothers movie) is currently filming right in front of my house, with the crew (my pals) all over our lawn. As I was leaving the house to walk to the drugstore, a car came within about a foot of running me over,

Need Outfit Advice
Been on vacation and went shopping but now need advice from those-in-the-know about some outfits. FYI, I am a PPP who looks good in cool colors/blue-based colors. 1. chocolate brown color block suede skirt--solid choco brown color in the back;

The real age test
Take this test if you have some time to spare. I'm curious about your results. My "real age" is 3,9 years older than what my pasport says ... But if I'd follow the age reduction plan they suggest, I could be 1,9 years "younger" in 90 days :-) http:/

Long skirts ok?
Hello all - a quick question for the fashion gurus :-) I am 5'3 (and a size 10 or 12) and I love the look of long skirts. Am I too short to wear them? I have seen conflicting advice and am looking for some clarity. Also what is the best style of boo

Black Pinstripe Pant Suit
I've been looking all over for a black pinstripe pantsuit. I have tried all brands and types but nothing fits or has what I'm looking for. I want it black, pants, with not too wide and not too narrow white stripes, prefer 4 button single breast jacke

Nicole Kidman and Chanel
I saw on CNN that Nicole Kidman is going to be the new spokeswoman for Chanel. Should be interesting. I find her very harsh looking, but she can look very beautiful.

Always on Revlon Colorstay Enamel--French tips?
I've read all of the reviews of this product, and everyone just seems to rave about it. On their site, though, I didn't see a white color for doing french tips. Has anyone tried to do a French manicure using this polish? What brand did you use for

Shoe Organization
What is the best way to organize shoes? I've been cleaning and reorganizing the closet and have the shoes left to do. I'm thrown out the old, bought 12 pairs in the last month but can't figure out the best storage method. Suggestions and ideas? Tha

Avon ANEW CLINICAL Line and Wrinkle Corrector
I keep seeing commercials for this stuff. You don't need a needle--just a new cream. Does what no ijection can, etc. I've never tried it. I don't even know that I need it yet, but I'm curious. Has anyone tried it? Did it do anythign special?

what is your favourite Burt's Bees product?
what is your favourite Burt's Bees product?

Hallowe'en Costume: Gogo from /Kill Bill/
Have any of you seen /Kill Bill/? I went to see it last night and oh my god... Quentin Tarantino must have sat down one night and said, "I am going to create the embodiment of sex and violence in the form of cinema." After watching it, I decided that

My Sephora order (lots of raves!)
I got my Sephora order today, which is a rave in and of itself.. I only ordered it very late on Wednesday night! I was absolutely shocked to receive it today. I greedily tore into the box, and I have been playing with all my wonderful new goodies thi

Cosmeceuticals / oily skin
A couple of weeks ago I posted this article about expression lines. The subject switched to "Cosmeceuticals". Kathy gave a lot of info from the FDA website, and I understand now what it means, thanks!! I also said I was going to see a dermatologist f

Anywhere to buy Dolce & Gabbana knockofffs?
So, I've made the expensive mistake of falling in love with Dolce & Gabbana shoe designs, especially http://www.tinyurl.com/s9vn. However, they are way beyond my budget, so I'm wondering if anyone knows of anyone making similar designs at a more af

South Korean men are using color lotions to cover their imperfections
I thought this article from the L.A. Times was quite interesting. Audrey http://tinyurl.com/s90w

Rave - Makeup Guide on DVD
My friend from LA told me about this DVD on how to put on makeup. At first I was really skeptical... How lame can this be. I bought it because she wouldn't shut up about it. Figured it was only $20. IT IS SO GOOD! It goes through proper foundat

What I bought today
Alchemy Jasmine Body Wash Alchemy Orange Blossom Body Wash Alchemy Akin Intensive Hand Cream (the best foot and hand cream ever) -- Ellen "Love as thou wilt" - Phedre no Delauney de Montreve

Isaac Mizrahi corp or manfacturer?
does anyone have corporate contact information for the Isaac Mizrahi shoe line sold at Saks, NM, etc.? TIA, robyn

Parents: Brace Yourselves
Parents: Brace Yourselves TIME Magazine October 27, 2003 Those colorful plastic bracelets popularized by Madonna and Avril Lavigne have taken on a risque new twist. The bangles convey a not-so-secret sexual code depending on their color, indicating

Create Clothing online as unique as you are!
Create Clothing online as unique as you are! Simply go to http://www.edeal.unfranchise.com/index.cfm?StoreID=6 i.Design -- The easiest way to create clothing for your size, your shape, and your style. Over half of all people have trouble finding

paging DawnSE, LilSnakeyk and EMiriamD
Hey! I am trying to email you but aol is bouncing my emails thanks to my isp.... anyway it's doing it a gazillion times is there another email address please? thanks Stevie -- http://tinyurl.com/js7p clearing out a ton of stuff

Clinique Teddy Bear lipstick...
.....has been discontinued. Anyone know any resources where one might check for left overs, etc.? It's my mom's favorite and I promised I'd ask. Thanks Brenda "Life is what happens while we're making other plans" - John Lennon

Liner before or after mascara
I've always used liner after mascara, but it seems to be easier to apply before, as the lashes are softer, and it's easier to get the liner closer to the lash line. When do you apply your liner? ~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~