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Buying cut-offs isn’t American

04 Tuesday Jun 2013

Posted by Spice Jones in Americana, Beautiful Things, Product Reveiws, Simple = Perfect

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Anthropologie's AG Hailey Ex-Boyfriend Roll-Ups, $188.

Anthropologie’s AG Hailey Ex-Boyfriend Roll-Ups, $188. Don’t get me started on the price.

When it comes to “my style” I pretty much live for Anthropologie…with a couple of gingham oxfords thrown in.  My first Anthro experience was in Boston, back in 1999. I was there on a commercial shoot and opted to stay in town an extra day to take in a little sight seeing. I still own the red pants I bought that day. I loved them so much that I wore them out of the store. Needless to say I’ve been a fan of Anthro’s, “It’s just an old French thing from the back of the closet” attitude ever since. I was actually reliving old times in the Boston store just three weeks ago. We were on a family trip- they thought I was lost at a street fair but I was actually trying on Maxi dresses.

When shopping at Anthro, I try to keep an 80/20 rule…

(Hang with me here. There are actually photos of me in my cut-offs after the jump. If nothing else it’ll be good for a laugh.)

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#badidea

03 Thursday Jan 2013

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Hella high heel motorcycle boots = hella wrong on so many levels.

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Posted by Spice Jones | Filed under Americana, Makes me chuckle, Product Reveiws

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Confession: The real reason I voted for Obama

09 Friday Nov 2012

Posted by Spice Jones in Americana, Offended, Snark

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All the credit for this goes to a FB acquaintance… which basically means Fox News.

In addition to “Beer For Bums”, and “Cellphones for Bums”….

I agree with keeping people on welfare FOREVER!

I want my parents and their friends to work two jobs while young able-bodied people live on handouts and get FOOD STAMPS!!! Seriously, who in the hell wants to learn how to fish?

I want the guys in the military (including the 4 in my family) to go off to war ill prepared and underfunded.

I believe in death squads… the more the merrier!

I want Obamacare to drain the system and leave everyone living on the streets…maybe the Baby Boomers will have to work THREE jobs!

All the ultra conservatives are exactly right, my vote had nothing to do with supporting a political party that sees women as equals and believes they are capable of making thoughtful and conscientious decisions for themselves and their families. And I certainly didn’t consider the idea that maybe the less fortunate should continue to get some support until we as a nation are back on our feet… and of course I see no difference between those who have real needs and those who are milking the system. Yes, I didn’t consider the ramifications of losing our credit rating and selling our country to China. I seriously have no clue about the dangers of the debt that’s been created and gave no thought to whose plan made more sense to me and my community.  On top of that, the notion that the US needs to work with the international community instead of telling them what to do never crossed my mind. I can’t imagine why we need to tread lightly as we move into an energy future that will hopefully offer alternative sources to the insanity that continues to take place with our suppliers in the Middle East.  And lastly, I never considered the views of family and friends who agree with the Republican agenda. I’m glad their candidate lost and and I’m especially glad that they’re worried about the future because of the decision I helped to make.

Whew! Feels good to clear that up! It bothered me that people assumed I put some thought into my decision and might have actually voted according to what I felt was best for my friends, my family and my community.

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Hipster rules

29 Thursday Mar 2012

Posted by Spice Jones in Atlanta or Boulder?, Brilliant!!, Makes me chuckle, Snark

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Saw this and had to share because it’s so true…all the way down to the Unicorns.

How To Be A Hipster

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Thank God For Goop!

05 Monday Mar 2012

Posted by Spice Jones in Reading, Snark

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If you’re not a subscriber to Goop you really should be, it’s a pretty good weekly chuckle from our own modern day Marie Antoinette, Gwyneth Paltrow.

I know, I know, Gwyneth “Fasting For Fun” Paltrow giving lifestyle tips to the middle class is as farfetched as Gwyneth Paltrow being an Oscar winning actress -don’t get me started. But that’s what makes the newsletters so much fun. Trust me, the “we’re speaking the same language” tone she uses while discussing what “us gals” like to wear/do/think/see/say/drink/not eat when cruising the Med makes scrolling through all of her cleansing advice totally worth it. And I swear to all things holy, her hair will keep you in stitches!

Gywenth Paltrow & Goop dress up boyfriend jeansThe posts start with typical Goop photo; A very shy Gwyneth grinning from between her collarbones as she stands in her signature tres-chic slouch and shows off whatever she happens to be hocking for the latest sponsor. Sometimes she shakes it up and uses a “Where am I?” pose, but that’s usually reserved for the tight dresses. I can only guess she wears her hair all messy and tossed in an attempt to connect with those of us who are reading her blog in pjs because we lack regular employment… meaning we don’t wash or brush our hair on a daily basis.

In true Goop “Let Them Eat Cake” fashion, this post assumes that the only reason we haven’t considered purchasing new and expensive pieces (like the $1100 Boy Blazer) and mixing them with the affordable basics we already own (like the $285 tuxedo shirt) is because we’ve never been privy to the fashion industry’s insider secrets for updating a look while extending the budget. It has NOTHING to do with the fact that this little outfit is actually $3410, give or take a few cents. I find the fact that she’s upcycled the Golden Rule of single mothers, absolutely hysterical! Oh Gwenny! You’re so precious, do you by any chance have a tip on where one might purchase their own truffle finding piglet?

If you can’t tell, I’m not a fan of Gwyneth’s. I do admit that most of my snark is motivated by a smidge of jealously due to the fact that she’s being praised (read paid) for doing the same the things I feel like I’ve been doing for over 15 years (minus the bad acting)… I even worked with Mario Batali! But I still suggest you sign up for the Goop updates because they’re funny to read and most of the suggestions can be “downsized” to fit a more practical budget. Occasionally she does collaborate with people who offer good food for thought but if nothing else her posts will hopefully remind you how not to be ridiculous.

And after you read the posts let me know what you think because, in weird way, I’ll translate your thoughts into personal feedback for my own endeavors. Now off to ask mom if she likes Gwyneth’s hair just so I can watch her shake her head and say “What are you girls thinking these days?”

S

PS, aren’t boyfriend jeans suppose to be on loan, free, from your boyfriend?

Goop The Boyfriend Jeans | NET-A-PORTER.COM.

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