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elle editor: average women = not inspiring {disgusted}

pkimbui — Mon, 03 May 2010 19:04:56 +0000

I very much dislike this woman:

In any case, Myers claimed that according to a study, “average women are not actually inspired to look at women who look like them.” She continued: “In fact, they respond more to women who are a little bit above average… There is something always aspirational.” And: “Look, the average woman is 5'3″ and weights 160 lbs. You're not gonna see a lot of that on the runways or in movies.” A hint of condescension was evident — the “average” woman is not dreamy enough for a place in popular culture.

via Elle Editor: “Average Women Are Not Inspired By Women Who Look Like Them” Jezebel.

ampersand pillow

pkimbui — Wed, 21 Apr 2010 14:56:58 +0000

Well, of course I am going to love this pillow.

It’s an ampersand. It’s one of the symbols of this lovely site. Bonus points for it being made of recycled plastic.

$79

ampersand pillow by alexandraferguson

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seahorses {random beauty}

pkimbui — Wed, 21 Apr 2010 05:53:05 +0000

, originally uploaded by astrocruzan.

This reminds me of the Snorks.

Who remembers those? Best. Show. Ever.

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back in business {blog update}

pkimbui — Sat, 17 Apr 2010 17:01:29 +0000

So….I was down for awhile, thanks to some host problems. I may be switching again soon, but hopefully this time it will go off without a htich.

I’m missing a few posts, I know, so I’ll try to e-do them or find a draft somewhere.

Thanks for being patient.

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hands necklace

pkimbui — Thu, 08 Apr 2010 17:36:48 +0000

This silver-plated necklace says it’s a Victorian style.

I really just like hands. They’re pretty.

$26

silvery grasp sterling neovictorian necklace by luminoddities at etsy

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smrtcase iphone case

pkimbui — Wed, 07 Apr 2010 17:35:36 +0000

Ever try to cram your iPhone into a tiny purse for going out, only to spill your credit cards everywhere?

Yeah, me too.

This cute iPhone case should solve that problem. It fits a couple of cards without any hassle

$29.99

smrtcase

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lamixx drop waist dress

pkimbui — Wed, 07 Apr 2010 17:34:19 +0000

I have a couple of drop-waist dresses and I love them.

They’re simple and perfect for a lazy weekend brunch with the girls. This Lamixx dress is a cheap and pretty option.

$44

drop waist knit long sleeve dress by lamixx on etsy

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add more ~ing to your life {review}

pkimbui — Tue, 06 Apr 2010 17:33:15 +0000

This review was based on items sent to me — for free — for review

This year has been pretty crazy for me, with ups and downs a plenty.

I’m not one to turn to self-help books, but I do read a lot of books to better myself. I usually get about halfway through them before I get bored.

This book is based off of A Course in Miracles an interesting book that honestly looks a little religious for me. The author, Gabrielle Bernstein, leads you through different part of your life — from family to career to relationships — with three different steps in mind. I’m not telling you the steps, because you know, that ruins the book.

There are meditations that you can download and suggested activities for you to do.

I really liked the tone Gabrielle takes through the whole book, she’s never preachy or too self-helpy. A lot of the thinking behind the book is simple and we all probably know it, but don’t actually practice it day-to-day. Gabrielle makes it easy to do that.

The only thing about Add More ~ing to Your Life that I didn’t like is the structure. I wish instead of looking at it from parts of your life, that different behaviors would be a little less repetitive.

Regardless, if you need to take a long hard look at your life and what is holding you back, pick this book up.

lace banded skirt worn by taylor momsen

pkimbui — Thu, 01 Apr 2010 17:31:57 +0000

I bought a lace dress a while back, partially to use it as a skirt.

Maybe I should have gotten this adorable skirt.

Even Taylor Momsen knows!

$109

miss ferriday black lace banded skirt

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spun corsage top

pkimbui — Wed, 31 Mar 2010 17:30:44 +0000

Oh man, Sara from SPUN didn’t lie. There are frills and gorgeousness involved in the new collection.

$34

spun corsage tank

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