St. Louis is full of picture-perfect places. From the Gateway Arch to Forest Park, the Delmar Loop to the Central West End, there is no shortage of spots to snap the photographs you intend to keep for a lifetime. So when Lance and I began our chat with our wedding photographer, Lillian Peters, about where we wanted to take our engagement photos, … Keep reading…
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There’s something so romantic about the classic, retro-inspired pin-up look. When the weather turns warm, I look to the work of Gil Elvgren and Art Frahm for fashion inspiration; but when the weather turns cold, I miss that cheeky, flirty feeling in my modern — albeit warm — pullovers and slouchy scarves. With its gift-giving, hostessing, baking, and mistletoe, this is the … Keep reading…
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My boobs are too big for a medium, but my shoulders are too small for a large. These jeans are too tight around the hips, but the next size up is way too long. This size 6 fits around my waist, but it shouldn’t be this short in the back. Sometimes, shopping can suck. I have a carefully curated list of stores that fit … Keep reading…
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“Why are you taking so much art?” asked my guidance counselor, repeatedly. “I think you really need more math and science.” Well, Mister Broken Record, I managed to graduate from college and find a job in my field without ever taking calculus or chemistry. But you know what I did take? Every available art class. SO HA HA HA HA HA I … Keep reading…
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