You know how you look at old pictures and wonder, “Why the hell did we think those clothes/makeup/hair looked good?” That usually happens years after the photos were taken. But feather hair extensions? I feel like the sell-by date for those is right around the corner. Seeing them on Park Avenue ladies and their pre-tween…
independent fashion bloggers
What Wendy Wore This Weekend: Celebrating the Undead
Once again, I’m thankful that gorgeous blogger and bossypants Jennine from The Coveted told me last year to post more outfit pictures. It comes in handy when I’m working on a couple of complicated posts only to realize it’s Monday and I’ve got nothing ready for publication. But wait! I wore something! Instant post. I…
Alice Olive: Gorgeous Blogger, Jewelry Wearer, Photographer
I’m doing some extra-special work on my promised post about gold. In the meantime, you should check out the work of gorgeous blogger/photographer Alice Olive. I’m flattered that she’s a fan of my jewelry, and I’ve used her photos on my website. Today, she posted a lovely self-portrait in which she’s wearing my silver Cleopatra…
Words of Wisdom From Adam Ant
In the past couple of weeks, I’ve read posts by bloggers who have been persecuted because of their body shapes, the color of their skin, or other physical qualities beyond their control. Meanwhile, one blogger observed that the blogging world is like high school with its bitchy little cliques. Personally, I think the whole world…
Mood Boards R Us: An Interview With Megan Mae
Last week, when I wrote about British It girl Alexa Chung calling fashion blogs “ridiculous … just mood boards,” I promised I would interview bloggers who sent me awesome mood boards (aka collages of movie stills, roses, shoes and pensive models holding cigarettes). First up is red-headed Megan Mae of Megan Mae Daily, who says…
Yes, She Has No Bananas!
Gorgeous blogger Susan of Style Made by Hand recently acquired my silver and sapphire lotus necklace. Then she drew herself wearing it! Susan says she much prefers the delicate lotus necklace to something chunky — like a collar of bananas. These lovely drawings illustrate a very thoughtful post on discovering one’s style. See what Susan…
For Bloggers Only … A Word About Comment Signatures
When I started blogging in 2007, newbies who put links to their blogs in the text of their comments were quickly corrected. I’m talking about this type of “Click me!” plea: “Wow! I love that outfit! http://wendybrandes.com/blog“ More experienced bloggers politely told the newbies that they didn’t need to include their URLs — or sign…
Great Minds Think Alike … About Checkered Sunglasses
Here I am wearing vintage sunglasses in May 2010. And here’s gorgeous blogger Ann of Annimal House this year. I’ve been enjoying Ann’s photos of her amazing vintage wardrobe for a couple of months now, but I had no idea that my checkered shades had helped inspire her blog! Now Ann and I have to…
The Loverboy Contest Winner: Sheila of Ephemera
On Monday, I was reminiscing about rock stars who wore red pants in the ’80s. I offered to profile the first person who shared her red-clad assets in imitation of Loverboy‘s Get Lucky album cover. Sheila from Ephemera came through! Heeeeeeeere’s Sheila! WendyB: When did you start your blog? Sheila: March 29, 2008 – I…
Stacy Lomman for Fall 2011: Vive Le Résistance!
Gorgeous blogger and clothing designer Stacy Lomman presented her Fall/Winter 2011 collection yesterday and it was spectacular! Her Spring 2011 collection of glamorous cocktail dresses was fabulous, but this sportswear-oriented season was even more impressive. Here’s Stacy’s description of her collection: “Fall 2011 glamorizes and romanticizes the bold and fearless women of the French Resistance…