Keep Portland Weird/ A Touristy Guide

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Let’s just say I was super impressed with Portland this last trip out. I’ve never really gotten in to the city and checked it out, which is unfortunate. I’ve been missing out! My brother invited me up for the weekend, […]

Wide-Cut Pants: Super-Size Me!

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Holy cow! Have you seen the pant silhouette for Fall? When they say wide-cut pants, they are talking straight from the 90’s and grunge flashbacks that make you wonder if you are living in an alternate reality. The absolute best […]

Neck Scarf: Time to Fall in Love With Silk!

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There are millions of vintage scarves out there – I inherited a couple from my grandmother and I love them!  A neck scarf is a great way to accent a strapless and far less boring than a long necklace dangling […]

Crochet is in the Details

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A little bit sweet and a little bit sexy, crochet is going to be THE stand-out detail for the summer that will transition easily into Fall. Crochet is warm and inviting to the touch. I’m not a big lace person, […]

Epsom Salt for What Ails You

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Last winter, I discovered the magical relief of soaking in Epsom salt. My legs were getting increasingly sensitive to shaving which was turning into a nightmare. I was switching razors and trying a variety of different shaving creams and methods […]

Feng Shui 4th: Knowledge + Wisdom

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In Feng Shui, the Knowledge and Wisdom area deals with higher education as well as inner study and growth.  If you are a student or are wanting to broaden your perspective through learning, this is a living area you should […]

Bagua 101: Your Space Mirrors Your Life

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In my first Feng Shui overview article, I showed you the bagua.  The bagua is basically like a blueprint of the nine energy centers in your home.  Our living spaces are reflections of our day-to-day living – when our lives […]

High-Rise Jeans: Run, Don’t Walk!

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The high-rise pant has been on trend for quite some time – I’ve only seen it popularly worn around here as butt-baring shorts (which are rarely flattering on anyone). Why are people such suckers for unflattering trends? Know your body! […]

Feng Shui and Self-Fulfilled Prophecies

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Practicing Feng Shui (pronounced “fung shway”) is like turning your home into a living, breathing inspiration board. Not sure how to decorate, or where to put things? Feng Shui works as a handy-dandy guide that gets you moving in the right […]