Author Rachelle Bergstein, masterfully illustrates the relationship between fashion trends, history, and the female psyche in her colorful book, Women From the Ankle Down, The Story of Shoes and How They Define Us. She enlightens readers on notable 20th Century events that fueled desire for flats, heels, pumps, sneakers and skyscraper stilettos. A pair of […]
The Shoe Test
Take the shoe test and see how your footwear relates to your love life. A closet dominated by sexy, curb-to-cab, uncomfortable shoes, may send you walking down a dangerous path. Those extreme stilettos may remove you from solid footing, much like the date who’s loads of fun, yet does not share your life values. Don’t get […]
ILYO In The News: Hairdos That Talk
What inaudible message do these hairdos from Prime Time TV and the 136th annual Westminster Dog Show, broadcast to the public? “Not a hair out of place.” “Let one’s hair down.” “Bald” ? Unconditional love with canine companions is easy to come by. Dogs adapt to relaxed, controlling and even confused kinfolk. They listen for […]
ILYO In The News: Upcycled Holiday Gifts
‘Tis the season to repurpose and renew your love and relationships. Upcycled gifts remind us to make new of the old. Enjoy the holiday season. Just in case the Mayans were right, party hard, rack up your credit card, live and love with abandon . . . Julie and Jennie