Submitted by Erica L. Windle, owner of A Sophisticated Pair in Burlington, North Carolina
For years, I hated bras—a funny statement coming from the proprietor of a lingerie boutique. My experiences bra shopping were nightmarish and traumatizing, sometimes reducing me to tears, but when you’re 17 and needing a UK 30H—a size I, like most other people, had no idea existed, the options are scarce. I was forced to settle … Read More
In my continuing effort to recognize the needs of pregnant women and their personal rapport with their body images during the maternity process, swimwear cannot be ignored. Yes it’s true, fashion trends have evolved (at least since I was pregnant) and regular swimsuits are perfectly acceptable. But I remember the evolving breast and belly sizes and the desire for not only fashion, but uber comfort and real support. Once again, … Read More
Last week a new colt was born at the stables in Cabo where I ride. This is the 3rd one this year joining a herd of 50 horses. It is an extraordinary feeling to arrive in the morning and discover a tiny foal nuzzled next to her mother. The bond between this 1000 lb powerhouse and her baby is one of nature’s maternal snapshots. If you have ever given … Read More
By ALLISON GOODWIN
Like Cinderella’s Fairy Godmother granting a wish for just one night, the new cosmetic trend of “vacation breasts” bestows a woman with a trial pair of bigger breasts that last about a day. Is the procedure worth it? Or are they just another fairytale, waiting to turn into a pumpkin? Dr. Gordon Lewis, a trusted plastic surgeon in the Richmond area shares his insight with us … Read More
The Panache Jasmine balconnet bra emphasizes her curves with fit and flair. Available in sizes 30 – 38 D – K cups the stretch lace top cups, accommodate the bust for a great fit and smooth look. The heritage dog tooth pattern and feminine lace are a strong fashion statement already adding this style to best-seller lists everywhere
By ALI CUDBY
As follow up to the launch of the She Buzz column, I’ve been thinking about the role of women and how gender is seen differently from generation to generation.
When this headline from Entrepreneur Magazine appeared, “Who Wants to be CEO? Not Millennial Women,” naturally, it caught my eye.
The article is worth a read – it looks at the pay gap and other … Read More
Today is a very traditional day in the Judeo-Christian world. And this year the convergence of Good Friday and the first night of Passover proffer a whole other spin on the meaning of kinship. Many academics claim that the Last Supper and the Seder were one of the same. As a child growing up in a family bridging the spectrum of Jewish doctrine from Reformed to Orthodox and filtered through … Read More