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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

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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

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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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