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Category Archives: Clothes
Looking For A Plus-Size Bra?
I found these helpful hints on AOL: Living in a society where body image is skewed, many perceive stick skinny as an attractive and healthy shape. The truth is that women of any shape and size are beautiful and they … Continue reading
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Naked Gentile Chick
Yael Goldstein writes for Jewcy: “Oh, and wear something bordering on appropriate,” my mother says into the phone, an hour before my cousin’s wedding. “Hrmm,” I say noncommittally, reaching deep into my closet for an item that to the untrained … Continue reading
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To Heaven And Back
It’s official: my female friends love Clothes Heaven (www.clothesheaven.com), the designer resale store in Pasadena that I spotlighted recently. My friends tell me the place is amazing — great staff and an incredible range of clothes and accessories. From Gucci … Continue reading
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10 Reasons You Might Need A New Bra
From AOL: Buying a new bra is a task many women put off. Whether it’s the expense, the feeling that it’s self-indulgence, or just not having the time to try one on to find a proper fit, bra shopping is … Continue reading
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