I’ve had an image of the perfect little black dress in my head for years. It has a retro vibe without looking costume-y. The skirt is long without needing sky-high heels. The neckline goes off the shoulder without looking bulking around a large chest. It doesn’t wrinkle easily. It can be dressed up or down. You can imagine my audible gasp when … Keep reading…
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Oh, my beloved T.J.Maxx — your sales never cease to amaze me, but your customers’ continuing inability to try on apparel that hangs poorly leaves me perpetually baffled. More for me, I guess! Today’s installment of Tales of Great Sales follows along almost word-for-word with one of my favorites: The Nearly 95% Off Rachel Roy Dress. Where that Rachel Roy dress had piles of shapeless … Keep reading…
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Ah, the mid-heel. It’s not short enough to hang with the practical shoes, nor is it tall enough to bump shoulders with sultry stilettos… No, no, mid-heels aren’t either of those things; instead, they’re this great combination of retro and fashion-forward. (And not to ruin their style credibility, but man, are they comfortable.) On the fence? Answer me this: Have you ever tipped over, … Keep reading…
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