Are we redneck? wait- dont' answer that!



And if you had to think about that for too long- then you already know your answer. (some family members are probably whooting and a hollering- cheering for team redneck- LOL) (in case  you didn't know- their answer is YES)



So a few things have occurred at our household to make me think to myself "Hmmpf- that was pretty redneck"



But in Texas- everyone is a littlebit redneck- right??



So let me fill you in:



1. One Easter when my parents came over for Easter dinner we were all drinking wine- and no one knew whose was whose wine glass. So I came up with a great idea! Wine charms! But I didn't have any of the "official" wine charms- so I used old twisty ties- you know- like from a loaf of bread. LISTEN- they actually came out pretty cute. Since I am sort of a pack rat- I just happened to have a whole bunch of them- so I had all different colors! And just like that- wa-la- everyone knew which wine glass was theirs.



2. One Thanksgiving the hubs decided on frying a turkey. Great idea! Love fried turkey. We had a turkey- check!  fryer-check! oil- check! But we put the grease in, and started the cooker thingy- and hmmmm... what do we use to put/ hang the turkey in the fryer with. AGAIN- it's my genius brilliancy-(and yes-that is a word) We came up with the idea of using a wire hanger. Worked perfect! I am pretty sure at this family dinner we were also drinking out of twisty tie wine glasses too.



3. Once our toilet broke- forcing us to go out and buy a new one. No.no.no don't get any gross ideas here people- well not too gross. Anyhow- stay with me. So husband decided to take said broke toilet and turn it into a cooler! That's right people- A freakin cooler. When I walk out on the back porch and see a cooler full of beer- of course- he tells me "Well I scrubbed it with bleach"



4. We have a 4 wheeler. That the kids LOVE- but husband likes to ride it too. In fact at our old house I am pretty sure we had worn the grass down from riding it in circles- in the backyard!!!





ummm... did I mention that it is a CHILD size 4 wheeler???

yes- this is redneck people-

And the latest- we had to break the baby in too-

5. It's hot in Texas- you all know that. And what keeps things cool the best? A cooler- and when it's hot outside- don't you just want to jump in a nice big pool of cold water? Makes perfect sense- and that's just what we thought for Kash too. So what better way to create a day of fun splashing than to make him his very own cooler tub??? That's right- we put the baby in the cooler- and he went to town- had a blast! Had just about as much fun as if he had drank the beers that would have been in that cooler on any other given weekend. (no- we don't give babies beer- geesh!)

I know- probably not what you were expecting for the 100th post- but I just had to DO IT- and just get something out here! I was all kinds of stressed about the 100th this and the 100th that- then I realized- it's just another post- and there will be manymanymany more.

So CHEERS- to the 1st 100- and stay tuned for more! Have a glass of wine- tie a twisty tie on it- ride a 4 wheeler, sit in a cooler on a toilet- whatever... CHEERS!

The 20th annual NAACP Theater Awards took place last night in Los Angeles and Hollywood's young and beautiful glitterati were out in full effect. While some looked classy and effortlessly gorgeous (Nia Long), others looked like they didn't bother doing their hair or putting makeup on (sigh...Sharon Leal) and still, others took it upon themselves to create cleavage cutouts in formal gowns where they did not belong (Meghan Goode). Take a look at the celebs on the red carpet below and let me know who was the MOST Glam and who wears the crown for SHAM of the evening.

Ashanti chose a red strapless gown with a train and ruffled hem. Her flawless hair and makeup, red lips and jeweled accessories really make for a gorgeous finish, though the dress looks poorly made to me.

Nia Long chose a blush gown with a one-shoulder neckline for the festivities, and paired it with her white chandelier earrings and gold clutch. Stunning! I always prefer her hair cut short like this, don't you? Her look was perfection.

Sigh. Sharon Leal is such a beautiful woman so I can't understand why she would come out without her hair and makeup done. Her dress also looks very off-the-rack-of-a-department-store-ish. Clearly, I'm not a fan.

Sure nude and ruffles are popular fashion trends, but I'm not sure this look works for Tamera Mowry. The top seems to be too small for her chest, and the ruffles do nothing for her shape.

Surprise, surprise, LisaRaye McCoy rocked her favorite color: white. This time, she went for a jersey wrap gown adorned with a statement necklace to cover up the plunging neckline. Not dressy enough for me.

Meghan Goode graced the red carpet in a white one-shoulder embellished gown with an unsightly slit in the neckline that revealed part of one of her breasts. Is that even sexy? And that kind of design element belongs in a skimpy dress one wears to the club, not on a red-carpet gown. Goode paired the dress with her beloved hoop earrings, a bangle bracelet and flipped hair.

VOTE:

Who was the most GLAM at the NAACP Theater Awards?
	Ashanti
	Nia Long
	Sharon Leal
	Tamera Mowry
	LisaRaye McCoy
	Meghan Goode
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Just when I was getting used to heading to Long Island beach every weekend, Fall is back with a start. And I'm not complaining---there are so many fabulous new trends this season (look out for my trend guide coming soon) that I am welcoming cool-weather dressing with my arms open wide.



For now, it's about making the most of your fave summer pieces without freezing to death as the temperature drops. I am pretty much the Queen of this (ask Ferocia; somehow I manage to make my summer clothes work all year long) so here are 8 of my tried-and-true tips for seasonless dressing. Your closet, and bank account, will be eternally greatful.



Tip #1: Meet my old best friend: jeggings.

Wear them alone as pants, under dresses, under skirts, you name it and they'll keep your legs warm while giving you endless styling options.

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Tip #2: Find some fabulous cardigans.

With this season's fixation with mixed prints, patterned cardigans are the perfect piece to add some pizazz to your ensemble. For Fall, cardigans are part of your outfit rather than just an addition. Throw a leopard print cardigan over a floral printed dress (in the same color family!). You'll be warm and tres chic! Or go the Michelle Obama route and invest in cardigans in neutral colors that can be easily paired with your sleeveless dresses and tanks.

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Tip #3: Hello knee-length boots.

If you love your legs (like me!) and want to keep showing them long after summer drifts away, knee-length boots are your Savior. Keep your minidresses and skirts in rotation by pairing them with sexy suede knee-length boots and leggings/tights.

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Tip #4: Your go-to piece? A blazer.

So...between you and I...I've been pairing my flowy summer tanks with a pair of leggings and a blazer and wearing them to work all week. It's amazing how a blazer can add a stylish and polished flair to your look, even when you're wearing your most casual Catherine Malandrino tee underneath. Throw a blazer over a floral dress for the same effect.

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Tip #5: Scarves do the trick.

My grandma always says cover up your neck and chest. I follow her orders fashionably with an assortment of the season's hottest printed scarves. No matter how you tie them, they look chic and keep you nice and warm. Drape them for a long, lax look or tie them for a sophisticated, Upper West Side flair.

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Tip #6: Don't give up on your shorts.

If it seems like a waste to pack up your shorts after three months of wear, you're not alone. They can totally work into the Fall with the right pieces. Rock them with a blazer or a long-sleeved shirt or pair them with tights for a fresh, edgy look that all the downtown girls are wearing.



 

Tip #7: Try socks with sandals.

I am hopelessly enamored with my shoes, especially my summertime sandals. And too often, I have to pack my sandals up at the first hint of wind. No longer - the retro socks with sandals trend that has swept the fashion landscape will do you well here. Rock a pair of nude or black socks with your fave stilettos and voila, your sandals are Fall-ready.

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Tip #8:  Invest in a vest.

Fall is the perfect season for vests! Throw a chic faux fur vest over a thin long-sleeved shirt, or floral l/s dress and you've got the look. Belt a vest over a dress for a cinched waist and sexy silhouette.

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Do you have any transition tips that worked for your wardrobe? If so, leave them in the comment section. And let us know if these tips helped carry you from Summer to Fall in style.



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Ahh, I love spotting beautiful couples on the red carpet. Nicole Ari Parker graced the red carpet at the 2010 Emmy's Awards in a gorgeous pale pink strapless gown with black lace overlay and a daring split up her leg.



She also rocked a killer haircut that highlighted her perfect facial features. Boris was just as good-looking in a sharp tux with a white shirt and black tie.



Our vote is GLAM, GLAM, GLAM for this red-carpet couple, but critics slammed Nicole Ari Parker's dress saying it looks tacky and cheap.



What's your verdict on the couple, and specifically Nicole's dress? Is it Glam or Sham?



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Heidi Klum delivered yet another perfect look on the red carpet last night because, well, she's clearly not human.



She complimented her flawless makeup with a short Marchesa dress that showed off her gorgeous gams. Is the same woman that gave birth to a slew of children? Because I don't see evidence of labor on her body...anywhere. See, clearly not human.

I love the red jeweled necklace she wore to energize the dress (clearly, this was a trend of the night as Eva Longoria-Parker went for colored jewels also).



The pumps also add the perfect, final touch.



What do you think of her look, Glamazons? Glam or Sham?



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