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How to Be “Sexy”

3 November 2011 • Kimberly

I talk about sexy a lot. I overuse it. Sexy this, sexy that. Truth is, I like sexy, and I'm never ashamed (or ever embarrassed) to express it through dress (though I err on the conservative side). But what is sexy? Sexy could be a plunging neckline, a body-conscious LBD, a glossy lip paired with ... Read More

Fashion is Not a Betrayal of Femininity or Feminism

28 October 2011 • Kimberly

I make claims that I don't—and can't—love fashion. To some extent it's true, but for sake's sake, it's irrelevant. Endorsing and indulging in fashion and beauty is not a betrayal of feminism. Those things have been an integral part of our culture. Our history. Why are we taught to be so adverse to ... Read More

On My Mind

25 October 2011 • Kimberly

ON MY MIND: Black and grey. Despite the conventional belief, they are colors. At least in my book. What else (but a few bits of red and aubergine) would occupy my closet? Nothing? My point, proven. Knit sweaters. Turtlenecks, boatnecks, anything goes. Elbow patches, courtesy of H&M. Leather. So ... Read More

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