There are too many females 14 years of age and up garbed in black net stock ings, spike heels and cleavage down to here; and that’s just in school cafeterias and churches. Hookers just don’t look all that salacious when compared to our local darlings. And if you wonder who these lithe little things are […]
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In the Raw
Jo Anne Kotlowski Credit: Taylor Bolding With chapters in more than 65 U.S. locations nationwide, the international, independent organization known as Raw hosts its first Oklahoma City show Thursday. The group was created in 2009 to increase visibility and resources for local, independent artists. According to Rachel Hernandez, co-director with Staci Campbell for Raw in […]
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Tokyo drift
A passion for drawing and a deathly milk allergy played a role in the creation of Brandon Reierson’s design line, Lactose Intoler-Art. His work will be featured in a special show Saturday at Cafe Oasis. Growing up in Stratford, Okla., Reierson was read children’s books with vivid illustrations. He then used markers and copy paper […]
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Sporty spice
I recently made a trip to New York, and I was surprised that even the fashion world has gotten sporty with it. We live in Oklahoma, so we’re used to people out in public in questionable things like pajamas or workout gear, but this marks the first time that such attire is an actual trend. […]
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Let’s hear it for the boys!
Sure, I’ve dabbled with vintage skinny ties and waistcoats, but I’ve never had the courage to pursue the depths of bow ties, pocket squares and tailored suits. So, how did a dapper savant like myself decide to visit the dandy side of things? It began with a national nod from esteemed Esquire magazine listing Oklahoma […]
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Fashionista 101
While most college students are worrying about making it to class and not waking up in a field after a long night of partying, one University of Oklahoma freshman has different things on her mind. As designer of her own collection of handbags and small accessories, Norman resident Faith Mouse is constantly brainstorming ideas for […]
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Sparkle motion
Take a step inside Balliets, 5801 N.W. Grand, and the apparel choice is simple. Owner DeDe Benham said it’s all about dresses with a splash of color. “Short- and long-sleeve dresses are just as important as the gowns,” she said. “Colored sparkles and sequins are all over the dresses.” To complete the look, she recommended […]
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Sparkle motion
Take a step inside Balliets, 5801 N.W. Grand, and the apparel choice is simple. Owner DeDe Benham said it’s all about dresses with a splash of color. “Short- and long-sleeve dresses are just as important as the gowns,” she said. “Colored sparkles and sequins are all over the dresses.” To complete the look, she recommended […]
Posted inArts & Culture
Sparkle motion
Take a step inside Balliets, 5801 N.W. Grand, and the apparel choice is simple. Owner DeDe Benham said it’s all about dresses with a splash of color. “Short- and long-sleeve dresses are just as important as the gowns,” she said. “Colored sparkles and sequins are all over the dresses.” To complete the look, she recommended […]
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Up top
Lush Fashion Lounge (14101 N.May; 936-0680) has a small but great selection of hats to keep the sensitive skin of your face from getting all sunspotty and droopy. (I look absolutely awful in hats, so I have to go the mega- SPF route instead.) I loved the super-cute fedoras by The Hatter Company. The woven […]