Every time I read a news headline that mentions someone by name, and I am not even vaguely familiar with that name, it turns out to be one of the “cast” members from a Real Housewives of Hell on Earth or one of those stupid Jersey kids who live in a tanning bed.That’s disappointing. I mean, if I thought clicking a link on CNN was going to clue me into important world events, leaders, movers and shakers, I’d be wrong. Really wrong.
Like this morning, under LATEST NEWS, I read something like, Teresa Guidice files for bankruptcy. And I thought, “Aw, that’s too bad,” followed by, “Who’s Teresa Guidice?” The answer: Just another person who spent more money than they had. Like my dad. He filed for bankruptcy a few years ago, but I guess since he doesn’t get into too many cat fights on camera, it didn’t really make the news circuit outside of our family.
Dear CNN,
People Magazine headlines are. not. news.
Love and hugs and stuff,
Heather
You guys were super champs at the whole make-up thing; I thank you. There’s a general consensus about the greatness that is Bare Minerals (exclamation point, exclamation point) but I have also read many warnings about its shortcomings in photos. This will require further research and experimentation. Now, if you could only help me find the *perfect* MacBook sleeve (thirteen inches, please. Slim but protective) or a garment steamer (mine up and died and I am fresh out of trust for electronic gadget companies) or ballet pink peep toe heels with a bow on the back (that’s not too specific, right?).
I totally get why people hire personal shoppers, now. To quote the mean, rich chick (and SJP’s arch nemesis) from Girls Just Wanna Have Fun, “Decisions are the worst!”
Thank goodness I’m not the only one who wonders WHY anyone at CNN cares about these sorry ass people. Oy.
And I love that movie. Don’t know why, but I do.
This is why I stick with NPR and BBC America; not because I’m a snob and a Brit wannabee, but because they deliver actual news on their new shows, rather than just gossip and opinions. THANK YOU for writing this!!!!!
Can’t really help on the whole shopping thing (I was born without the ability to accessorize. Yes, I know. I’ve had to learn to live with the shame.) But as far as steaming, there’s always the old standby of a post-shower bathroom.
P.S.,That movie was on the other day and I watched it again. CLASSIC 80′s fare! Love it!
I also don’t think gossip is CNN worthy- I heard something on NPR this morning about superficiality and how it is starting to seep into the legislative process… interesting and a little sad.
but on the laptop sleeve front, I just saw this on one of my daily blog reads:
http://www.designspongeonline.com/2010/07/under-100-laptop-bags-covers.html
hope that helps!
pink heels with bow (but sadly not on back):
http://www.zappos.com/paris-hilton-senorita-black-satin
http://bit.ly/a9uIp6
laptop covers:
http://mylifescoop.com/featured-stories/2010/07/35-stylish-laptop-cases-under-100.html
my favorite: http://www.etsy.com/listing/52214362/13-inch-laptop-sleeve-hampshire-for-your
Sadly I can’t even begin to try & be helpful with the steamer. Never owned one!
“Like my dad. He filed for bankruptcy a few years ago, but I guess since he doesn’t get into too many cat fights on camera, it didn’t really make the news circuit outside of our family.”
Is it bad that I’m now picturing a Hunter family reality show? Complete w/Sir Hal, adorable babies and your StepBob?
Apparently, Paris Hilton is the one to look to when searching for pink shoes. How about a bow on the side?
http://www.shoes.com/Shopping/ProductDetails.aspx?p=EC1176313&pg=5079113
Have you tried the Jiffy Steamers? We have the ones with the stands at our home AND vacation house (can’t live without them) but I bought the travel one and I think it works just as well, maybe even better, and I would highly recommend it!
http://www.amazon.com/Jiffy-Steamer-0601-ESTEAM-Travel/dp/B0018ZHHS4/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=home-garden&qid=1280335252&sr=8-1
I love my built ny laptop sleeve (and camera bag and lunch bag). Check them out http://www.builtny.com I found my laptop sleeve at office depot. :0)
I’ve also seen quite a few nice laptop sleeves at TJ Maxx (what is the exxtra x for? maybe I don’t want to know…). If you can handle the madness. I love them for bags, shoes and lingerie. Who knows? You might find those shoes there!
Not a peep toe, but if you are thinking under a wedding dress, I am thinking these are mighty fine: http://www.kaboodle.com/reviews/bow-sandal
These merely require moving the bow: http://www.forever21.com/product.asp?catalog_name=FOREVER21&category_name=footwr&footwr_style=&footwr_size=&footwr_color=&footwr_price=&product_id=2076038028&Page=4&cookie%5Ftest=1#
These aren’t in stock, but they come in white, pink and black. I’m not sure if its the right pink, but you could probably find them if you went hunting around.
http://www.endless.com/Luichiny-Womens-Pretty-Pump/dp/B000WBF22I
I got the Coniar Gs4 steamer to do my wedding dress. I hadn’t had one before but it came highly recommended and was really easy to use. And cheap. I can’t speak to it’s lifespan but it works really, really well.
I am usually a lurker, but today I have decided to pitch in. I haven’t read the other comments, so you may see some duplicates here.
So.
Best foundation for photo’s – Go try the Makeup Forever HD very highly recommended.
Wonderful MacBook cover – http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002EL4MBG/ref=oss_product
Pink peep toe shoes – may need to move the bow,but it has a lovely almost vintage look. http://www.zappos.com/product/7562626/color/561
Garment Steamer – http://www.amazon.com/Jiffy-Steamer-0601-ESTEAM-Travel/dp/B0018ZHHS4
Enjoy!
Oooh…just got home to a 20% off coupon for Bare Minerals from Ulta… check out if you can find one!
Re the gadget sleeve – search for Janine King on etsy.com I’ve been hankering after one of her sleeves for my Macbook for ages.
For the MacBook sleeve, the Incase Neoprene Sleeve Plus is pretty great. It also absorbs heat, so you can sit the computer on top of it on your lap (or on a finished wood table/desk) without the heat from prolonged use coming through. Added bonus: lots of pretty colors.
http://www.goincase.com/products/detail/neoprene-sleeve-plus-cl57408
Here are pink and black heels with bows:
http://cgi.ebay.com/New-High-Heel-Peep-Toe-Ankle-Strap-Sandals-Pink-Black-/300449872226?cmd=ViewItem&pt=US_Women_s_Shoes&var=&hash=item8bb2f5a20f
and a very cute pair of pink, but without bows:
http://cgi.ebay.com/Pink-High-Heel-Peep-Toe-Pump-Women-Shoes-7-us-/360282110364?cmd=ViewItem&pt=US_Women_s_Shoes&hash=item53e27cb99c
I wore Bare Minerals as a bride and it looked good in all the photos, professional and non. Also I don’t have the best skin and although I had tanned it’s fair to call me pasty.
Just got this link for 13″ laptop cases in today’s Daily Candy email: http://www.krochetkids.org/store_detail.php?item_id=27
They are attractive and made by kids in Uganda, worth the $50?
I think these are so cute, maybe not as functional as the fancy neoprene ones though. I love the Post Family website in general…
http://shop.thepostfamily.com/collections/frontpage/products/15-laptop-sweater-2
OMG. I’m in love with the Janine King sleeves! Love. The cherry blossom one is my fave.
This girl does knitted macbook sleeves via Etsy – http://www.etsy.com/shop/martice
Estee Lauder tinted moisturizer…much more a foundation but super light and awesome!!
http://www.asos.com/countryid/2/Carvela/Carvela-Cut-Out-Bow-Back-Shoe/Prod/pgeproduct.aspx?iid=832013&MID=35719&affid=2135&siteID=J84DHJLQkR4-PNCSs9nXgD284xcjlRgVMA
you can buy any pink shoes you want, and attach the bow yourself with some ribbon and glue! this way you can customize the size of the bow. i know they sell leather in all sorts of colors too if you wanted it to match the shoe.
These look close:
http://www.coloriffics.com/detail.php?shoe=SIERRA&color=IVORY&type=W#
Hi Heather, these might work for what you are looking for –
http://www.coloriffics.com/detail.php?shoe=SIERRA&color=IVORY&type=W#
Make up for your wedding day: MAC Mineralize Satinfinish Foundation plus a little bit of the Mineralize Skinfinish powder on top, holds all day and looks completely natural in professional photos (plus, I love the powder for daily use, and it all blends beautifully and looks really natural). Trust me, my wedding photos were perfect with this combo.