Ginch Gab: She Really Likes Her Underwear

Image: princessetamtam.com

I found this hilarious ad in "Best of Craigslist". Now this is a woman who is SERIOUS about her underwear. I can relate to her attachment.



MY BRA- I'D LIKE IT BACK. NO DATE REQUIRED. - w4m
Date: 2008-08-02, 11:10AM PDT


ok. so i don't know really how to go about this.

basically, i was your one night stand last night and need my most important idem of clothing back--> my bra.

so yes, i was totally fine with the fact that when i left this morning we didn't exchange phone numbers (or names...); no big deal. but once i got home and sobered up, i realized, that we maybe should have because i left my bra at your house.

first off, i want to get something clear. this is no victoria secret-esq type bra. this is an imported good were talking about. princess tam tam-french lingerie.

ok. specifics about you. (what i remember.) they are not going to be too specific because my friends are on this all the time and think i took a cab home last night.

you are:
1) outrageously tall and good looking.
2) a commercial real estate broker from the san jose, but lives in the financial district in the city with an asian friend whom i believe, was celebrating his birthday.
3) going to slide saturday night.
4) really into golf, in fact went friday.
5) a fan of red gumm y bears.

i am:
1) someone who obviously loves her underwear.
2) obsessed with french everything.
3) not really into children. something we have in common.
4) occasionally from time to time caught wearing my clothes inside out.
5) "anna"- (my name.)


so, where to go from here. basically, i'm willing to do whatever it takes. i can come pick it up, you can mail it to me, i can just have you leave it outside your building at a certain agreed upon time. what ever.

i hope to god you don't feel weird about this, because i don't. i obviously didn't leave it there on purpose. like i said, i'm not looking for you to take me out or call me. for god's sake, i'm resorting to craigslist for a grey bra. it's just a super cute one and i want it back. plus, it doesn't seem like you'll use it. you just didn't come off as that type.

please people. if this is you, or sounds like someone you know who fits this "john doe" profile, please contact me.

Rave Reviews For Sunglass Hut

Image: my current faves modeled by a client's baby brother

So my FAVORITE sunglasses of the season fell apart in my hands the other day. The arm literally fell off while I was gently cleaning them.

I was dreading returning them to the Sunglass Hut. Firstly, because I hate the mall. Secondly, because I was expecting a return, or repair, debacle.

Let's just say the return experience was the BEST I have ever had.

The salesperson, who was the only person on the sales floor:

• juggled multiple customers
• looked up my purchase on the computer (I didn't have the receipt with me)
• examined my broken sunglasses and,
• handed me my glasses back - fixed!

Stupefied, I asked "How did you do that so fast?" She answered, "It's a brand new pair."

As I returned to my vehicle, dazed and confused, I had two thoughts:

"I can't wait to get out of the parkade to put these babies on."
"I can't wait to get home and blog about this service."

Announcing: Oliver and Lilly's

Oliver and Lilly's is now open for business in Vancouver!

Check out the rave review this lovely boutique received in today's Sweetspot. An excerpt:

"We've always dreamt of having a stylish best friend's closet to delve into when our own wardrobe went dry (you know, about a week after our latest shopping spree). Her place would be bright and spacious, and she'd be warm, smiley and always happy to help us find the perfect piece.

Or we could skip the inevitable you-stretched-my-sweater drama and head straight to Oliver & Lilly's, a charming boutique just opened last Friday by the lovely Leighann Boquist."

Make sure you check out Oliver and Lilly's when you're in Vancouver.

Shoe Slave: Strength In Numbers

FSC members love a deal. Almost as much as we love our shoes. This is why we share our fab-finds with one another.

Pictured above are the shoes purchased on the latest FSC shopping expedition in Quebec City. Notice the focus on "practical" footwear (we were on a sporty vacation). Notice the many multiples. What are the odds of actually wearing the same shoes as your friend on the same day? Even if we did, does it really matter?

The ladies didn't think so, and I agreed.

Dress Code

Image: Calvin Klein Tuxedo Trend Fall 2008

The next FSC event will feature great pieces for fall, with a strong focus on career wear. You know, my favorite kind of work clothes - the ones you can wear on the weekend too. Great blazers, interesting pants, cool accessories and much more.

I've brought in a number of tuxedo blazers (a hot item for fall) that are perfect for work and look great with jeans too. Event announcement coming soon.

Until then, here's a funny take on dress code from richstevens.com:

Dress Code:

You are advised to come to work dressed according to your salary.

If we see you wearing Prada shoes and carrying a Gucci bag, we will assume you are doing well financially and therefore do not need a raise.

If you dress poorly, you need to learn to manage your money better, so that you may buy nicer clothes, and therefore you do not need a raise.

If you dress just right, you are right where you need to be and therefore you do not need a raise.

Shoe Slave: The Search For Navy

Image: Net-a-Porter.com

Image: Gothamcityonline.com

Any woman who works in an ultra-corporate environment, probably has a navy suit hanging in her closet. I have a few. The problem is this: how to find a fashionable, professional, navy shoe?

I do enjoy matching my footwear to my pantsuit for a conservative and understated look. Alternatives to the navy shoe are black, brown or ox-blood. I'm partial to the ox-blood option, which is what I currently wear. A few other footwear choices would be nice though.

I found this ridiculously gorgeous pair of Marc Jacobs at Net-A-Porter. Sadly, they are not within my budget, even on sale. But they are dreamy, aren't they?

The sequined, Jill Stuart navy shoe is also gorgeous but not really appropriate for day-wear.

So, if any of you ladies out there can find an ungranny, high-heeled, navy shoe....bring it. My search continues.

The Latest in Cuff-Wear

Apologies for not blogging this week. I'm currently sporting some immobilizing wrist braces to heal my strained wrists.

Note To Self: Less Sporty-Spice, more Posh.

NAPs Top 20 For Fall

Leopard Sunglasses from Anthropologie

Roots French Cafe Tote

Net-A-Porter published their top 20 "must-haves" for fall.

A couple of highlights, and some of my personal favorites are:

• The Shoe Boot
• The Sweater Dress
• Animal Prints (yes leopard print - love it)
• The Day Tote (big bags that hold everything from lap-top to lipstick)

Shopping for fall and winter is so much fun! Layers, gorgeous fabrics, boots, scarves and hats. The bag and shades above are more affordable examples of NAPs trends. Love the Roots bag.