Natasha, this probably came a little late for you. But here’re some suggestions after speaking to my teacher friend Ms C who never fails to dress up – and dress right – as a school teacher!
Check with your mentor on the school’s accepted dress code. Most times, this depends on the principal. Err on the side of caution for a start. You [...]
Entries from December 2007
December 29, 2007
For Natasha
December 24, 2007
coolest map we’ve ever seen
This map of Europe in 1870 was posted yesterday on strange maps. It’s amazing how the caricatures & accompanying details makes history become so alive!
All was not well in Europe in 1870, the year the Franco-Prussian war would lead to a united German Empire and a humiliated France; one could call it the first of three European [...]
December 23, 2007
miami ink
WL and I have been hooked on Miami Ink since it started it’s first run on cable. MI is really entertaining. Most times, we can’t decide if we should be in awe with the artistry of the tattoo artists, the amount of skin space the customers devote their tattoos to or the stories that go behind each tattoo.
In the show, [...]
December 19, 2007
partners in crime
After we closed the shop yesterday, WL and I stood in front of the racks trying to get an overview of our new collection. Few minutes of silent staring later, I turned to WL. “Don’t you think that somehow, despite the many printed & colourful items, the new collection still looks quite grey, black & white, you know, very us?”.
It [...]
December 17, 2007
we’re really turned on
Our new stock arrived a few days ago and we’ve been so busy unpacking, tagging and sorting we probably would have given santa and his elves a run for their money (or gifts). We’re very happy to inform that you can get to see the new collection today! Though we have a feeling that by the time we get the entire store truly sorted out, it’ll [...]
December 2, 2007
For Andrea
Andrea wrote in 2 weeks ago about dressing up for her new editorial job in a local magazine.
Ms A, your wardrobe has to be really acrobatic. It has to bring you from your office desk, photo shoots, cross-country press events, product loans where you’ll find yourself hitting gazillion shops (not fun when you’re dragging 5 large bags of clothing). [...]
