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The NuvaRing: A Love Story
Remember how much Elaine adored her favorite kind of birth control, the sponge, on Seinfeld , even going so far as to buy up an entire store’s supply when she heard that the product was going to be discontinued? Well, that’s how I feel about the NuvaRing . It started when I became the first person at my university to get on the ring when it was approved by the FDA. A friend of mine who worked as a sex ed teacher had been on the clinical trials and couldn’t stop raving about it. When I needed to get on a regular form of contraception, the ring appealed to me immediately. I knew I couldn’t trust myself with the pill when I couldn’t even remember to take a vitamin every day. The shot seemed like too much of a commitment. I have sensitive skin, so I didn’t want to try the patch. So, the ring it was. I got pretty lucky finding the perfect contraceptive for me on my first try, but I know it’s not the one for everybody. Here are some of the questions that my friends normally ask me when I go on a the-ring-is-the-best tangent: Does it ever, like, fall out? It did. The first month I used it it probably fell out five times. But you get the hang of it. Now, I totally forget I have it’s there. If it wasn’t for my email alerts I would forget to take it out. As you can see in this picture, the ring isn’t that big. Plus it’s made of this super-bendy material, so you can just kind of fold it up. Do you feel weird about having to touch yourself? I’m touching myself, but I’m not “touching myself.” That’s such a masturbation euphemism, and that’s not really something I associate with putting my ring in. I mean, if you’re too scared to touch your own vagina twice a month (to put the ring in and then take it out), why are you having sex with someone who, presumably, touches your vagina? Can your partner feel it? Yeah. It doesn’t get in the way or anything, but it’s there. I decided to ask the person I have sex with. His exact quote was “It’s better than condoms, but I wish sometimes she would take the pill.” But I guess he decided at some point that noticing my ring every now and then was better than us never having sex again, so whatevs. And it hasn’t negatively affected either of our abilities to enjoy sex. However… if that dude birth control pill goes on the market, we can definitely renegotiate. Post from: TheGloss
Random Outfit of the Day: Cynthia Nixon
There is something every year in Las Vegas called the ShoWest Awards. It is an event where a bunch of movie theater owners give awards to movie stars to thank them for, like, earning them a lot of money. The celebrities show up wearing fancy outfits and then give speeches. However, these speeches are not televised, which makes me think they are like trees falling in the woods – does anyone hear them? Do they make a sound? Cynthia Nixon was there, alongside Sarah Jessica Parker and Kristin Davis (but not Kim Cattrall, which means omgdramaomg!!1!) to accept an “Ensemble” award for Sex and the City 2, which has not even premiered yet. It’s like a psychic award! Sadly, Cynthia Nixon was not a psychic when she selected this LBD to wear. The design at the top of the dress is like a cross between a cubist interpretation of a four leaf clover (perhaps a belated St. Patrick’s Day shoutout?) those marks you make with a fork on butterscotch cookies, and a busted fleur-de-lis. Instead of looking breezy and modern, the dress is just kind of blah, and the slits don’t do anything to make the dress more interesting. That said, Cynthia Nixon is pretty awesome otherwise. So I’m just going to assume that she cares way less about dressing for industry ass-kiss events and more about, like, marriage equality . And I really want some butterscotch cookies. Post from: TheGloss
Video: Books Are/Aren’t Dead
Watch this all the way through. Though seriously, we do care a lot about what Lady Gaga is wearing. Post from: TheGloss
Miss Selfridge pink suede peep-toes
It’s hard not to love these dusky-pink suede peep toes from Miss Selfridge. Despite being a little cartoonish, they’re undeniably cute, and the ruffled, polka-dot rosette really makes them, giving a slight vintage feel.
What the Manolo Is…
Manolo says, it is Tuesday, time to see what the Manolo is… Watching… Reading… Listening to… It is nearly St. Patrick’s Day, with all that means for people who like to drink too much green beer, listen to diddly-diddly fiddle music, fist fight with the authorities, and pretend to weep about the “auld sod”. In short, it is time to drink and think romantically about the Irish. And yet, strangely, attempts to anti-romanticize the Irish experience are even more compellingly romantic than the old-fashioned Emerald Isle blather. Shane MacGowan, Martin McDonagh, and even those insufferable frauds, the McCourt brothers, describe the Irish condition in horrific and unpleasant terms. And yet we lap it all up and continue to schedule our Dublin vacations. Very curious, no? Of the course, the Manolo, although not the least bit Irish, is as guilty as the rest, and completely enjoys the Pogues and the McDonagh plays and all of that (although he would happily push the entire McCourt tribe into the ocean), even as he wonders about what it all means. What is one to do when saddled with the contradictory desires for authenticity and entertainment? P.S. If Darby O’Gill = Uncle Remus for Irish People, then the Pogues = N.W.A. for Irish People. Discuss amongst yourselves.
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… company to “Fast” Eddie Davenport because the recession hit the business hard, then in 2009 there was talk about litigation. I hope Mr. Cox is able to salvage his company. Authentic Shops: Designer Shoes at Zappos.com Saks Fifth Avenue.
rsvp Zaza Blue Satin Pumps
While I was browsing Zappos.com yesterday looking for green sandals , I came across another pair of knock-off Manalo Blahnik blue pump look-a-likes… rsvp Zaza blue satin embellished pump , only $99 at Zappos.com with free shipping. Cute, eh? Good reviews and affordable.
Runway footwear: Gaultier A/W 2010
Good old Jean-Paul. We can rely on him to bring a touch of the bizarre to the catwalk, which frankly is what it needs at the moment, So much of A/W 2010’s look book is dominated by sober, businesslike chic that it’s good to see the line between genius and madness stretched a little thinner.
Pointy-toed brogues from Kindered Sole
When the Domestic Sluttery ladies aren’t busy picking out the most fabulous bits and bobs for our homes, they they have a great eye for vintagey-looking fashion, too. Today they’ve picked out these gorgeous pointy-toed brogues from one of our favourite labels: Kindered Sole.
Yay or Nay: Sandals with socks
Sandals with socks have been the biggest fashion no-no for longer than anyone can remember, but apparently, they’re now the hottest thing since sliced bread. At least that’s what you might think if you took runway fashion a little too literally. Many designers, including Elie Saab (above) have featured the forbidden look in their shows, and the style is threatening to spill out on to our streets. Some may be pleased to hear this news: not everyone likes the feeling of leather against bare skin after all. But others may fear the crimes against fashion that may soon be going unchecked.
Casual Friday: Veja trainer in pale yellow
We love Veja for their super springy, eco-friendly trainers. Each one is made from organic cotton, with the sole and ‘V’ from natural Amazonian rubber.
Sale Watch: 20% off everything at Faith till Saturday
Looking to start the weekend with a bargain? Fancy strolling into Saturday with some fun new shoes on your feet? Faith is the place to go, because they’re having a monster sale (ending tomorrow) with a fat 20% off everything.
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comfortable shoes , no powerpoint, free coffee and a good plenary. March 18, 2010, 4:36 pm. (Teacher Development Series Number Two – Attendance of professional workshops, lectures and conferences). When I asked ‘How do you learn to teach …
Name Shoes. « Comfortable Shoes
Comfortable Shoes . Men’s, Women’s and Kids’ Comfort Footwear Brands. Name Shoes. leave a comment ». During the past, shoes werent a bit considered critical. Now, theres more to them than simply being plain protection to the feet. …
House of Harlow Tate Booties | Designer Shoes
House of Harlow Tate Booties in Black or Tan These House of Harlow Tate Booties feature cut out detailing and have a back zip fastening with a long zip pull.