New singles column

I want to announce that I have a new column for singles! Stop by and check it out. I also encourage everyone to suscribe and keep on top of updated entries. Here's the link : http://www.examiner.com/x-11867-Dallas-Singles-Guide-Examiner

Vogue again, again, and again!

So how many times has Victoria Beckham been on the cover of Vogue? (Not counting the stories and features she's been in and not graced the cover.)


Vogue Sport

Russian Vogue

UK Vogue

Priscilla of Boston fall/winter bridal show '08

A model walks the runway in the Priscilla of Boston '08 bridal show in New York.

Bad Poetry

I decided to enter the 2009 "Bad Poetry Contest"-- Thanks to my brother who sent me the link and his own entries "The Ballad of Ned the Hamster" and "Hero Hajid and the Golden Harp of Gimladi."
(NOTE: this is BAD poetry, not the good stuff!)

Grass is the Color of Love

Tuesday a day for shopping
sad pantry running bare
An anniversary to remember
such a lovely little affair

Jim and I are now together
for years and years at last
After waiting months to see him
his business overseas is mowing grass

But now retired and happy
a dinner I decide to make
And what would be more fitting?
Than a grass-seed chocolate cake!

Oh so delicious I know it
oozing layers of decadant brown
One plate won't be enough
seconds and thirds will be going down

So to a feed store I hurried
secret recipe stored away
As any good wife I protected
the recipe for grass-seed cake

I bought six pounds of the best
for Jim is the kind of guy
Who deserves all natural ingredients
and determined I was to try

I made a mound of decadence
put candles on my prize
Oh Jim would be so excited
it's amazing what a devoted wife tries

That night just after dinner
candlelight dinner settling well
Would he like my cake? I wondered
It was just the time to tell

I cut big lumps of chocolate
with grass seed such a sin
Watching my husband's face light up
As a big bite was shoved right in

Not two seconds later
Jim writhered on the floor
Amazed I watched him loving
the bite he must adore

But the medics told me other
reasons were to blame
For we quickly discovered
He was allergic when they came

Poor Jim is on a gurney
I fear now for his health
But I'll sit here and eat it
juicy cake all to myself!

- Agnes (My alter ego?)

"Fallen Angel" May 2009 in Oil

The paint isn't even dry yet, but I wanted to share these.

Geekiest wedding cakes

You know you married a geek when...

See more geek-inspired cake photos HERE.

Sarah Jessica Parker and Broderick expecting-- times two!

That's right! Famous for her role in Sex & The City, actress Sarah Jessica Parker and husband Matthew Broderick are expecting twins. Also with this comes news that it is all thanks to an unidentified serrogate mother.

Having a baby for someone else = VERY generous
Having twins for someone else = somewhere up their with 'saintly'

'Sex and the City' wedding dress SOLD OUT

It looks like Sarah Jessica Parker's alter ego 'Carrie' isn't the only one getting married in the gorgeous gown she wore down the big-screen aisle. A three-quarter length version by Vivienne Westwood sold out by noon the day it hit the stores. It sold retail at a whopping $9,875!

I only recommend that brides-to-be pass on the feathery headpiece. Even Carrie had a little trouble pulling that one off.

Lying, cheating... Revenge!

If you can appreciate stories of women who have been used, abused and then had the final say, you'll want to read The Down and Dirty Dish on Revenge by Eva Nagorski.

The book sprung from a popular blog she wrote about a woman who finds her husband cheating. The wife took 14 days of revenge doing everything from renting a billboard, to naming a sandwhich after him ("The cheating Steven").

The book is available June 9th, or you can pre-order through Amazon.

Playboy bunny Kendra shares baby photos

In an exclusive E! News interview, Kendra from Playboy's Girl's Next Door, shares her baby pictures.

Even after leaving the show Kendra, Holly, and Bridget still make headlines. Things won't be the same with the new cast of stale, platinum playmates. I'll miss the original three-somes personality.

A fashion show

I'm scheduled to walk in a local fashion show. This will be the first show I've done since leaving Seattle and the first one I've considered since the pregnancy... which is one reason last month was the first meeting/fitting I've been to.

Accepting the invitation to model for local designers was one thing, but being in my last trimester of carrying a 7 plus pound boy was another all together. (They contacted me from my portfolio on a modeling group's website.) It's five weeks since delivery and I'm back to pre-baby weight. Not quite pre-baby body, but it's getting closer.

I'm anxious to find out what Nashville is all about.

Claudia Schiffer featured in Ferragamo Spring/Summer collection ads

The Bachelor season finale

I can't say I'm a fan of the over-dramatized show The Bachelor whose unlucky couples don't seem to last much longer than the airing of their final episode. But last night I did tune in for one simple reason. First, he was from my much-missed home Seattle, and seemed to be a rare breed there from my own personal dating experience. Mainly, that he sounded like a decent guy who was actually ready for a long-term committed relationship... or so it seemed...

But in true Seattle bachelor fashion, Jason soon showed his true colors. After debating over his last two women, and actually CHANGING his pick of female counterparts from Melissa to "oh nevermind, I meant Molly!", he made the (lucky?) girl feel like a true Queen. Who wouldn't swoon for a man who can't decide if he wants to be with you or another woman??

The show left viewers with a sour taste for the pitfalls of single life and reminded me why I left Seattle men behind to persue a long distance relationship instead. My only advice to Molly? It's time to pick up a copy of He's Just Not That Into You.

For a recap of the show, go to http://www.fancast.com/blogs/tv-news/the-bachelor-blindsides-beauties/?cmpid=FCST_buzz0303bachelor.

Outlast Lipstain from Covergirl

Remember the early days of lip stain pens that dried out your lips and left them looking caked with color? Thank goodness times have changed. Outlast lipstain from Covergirl cosmetics is a convenient "pen" of color that claims to leave lips looking natural with a hint of color.

For a simple lip to go with dramatic eyes, or something for your everyday makeup, Outlast lipstain is perfect. Follow up the application with lip gloss for a little shine.

Boyfriend jeans: The comfy casual choice

Boyfriend jeans are a popular item this season. Just pop open any celebrity fashion magazine to see the versatile ways they can be worn. If you haven't gotten a pair yet, Alloy has a new selection. The ripped version above retail for $42.50. You can also visit the website to see more current trends available.

Hair woes

It was time. It was necessary. I did it myself...

That's right, I took my outgrown highlights and went back to the dark side. I went black. I hate those mystery boxes of dye at the store, but didn't have the $80 on hand to get a professional dye job. Actually, the original plan was for a deep black/brown similar to Angelina Jolie or Penelope Cruz. I bought the wrong color.

I'm not so sure about the results. The verdict is out. Maybe I'd be better off saving some cash and salvaging the color by a pro who can give me the look I was going for.

Verdict: Hire a professional

Paris Spring/Summer fashion show just finished

High fashion runway debuts at the spring-summer 2009 collection in Paris wrapped up yesterday. Sneak previews included Givenchy and Lacroix designs, and Karl Lagerfeld’s couture design for Chanel.

Designers garnered inspiration from the 17th century, using puffy sleeves, fitted torsos, and plenty of embellishments. In light of current consumer cut-backs, the creative genuises of the show were pleased to be able to let loose for the chance to do something above and beyond with their talents for the sake of pure entertainment.

Maternity shoot for Ben Ross photography

Ben Ross contacted me a few months ago about doing a photo shoot during my last few weeks of pregnancy. He was a joy to work with and I absolutely love how the images turned out.

Here's just a teaser:

I've been featured on a fellow blog site!

Heads up!

This week, I've been featured as a writer on John Murray's blog SouthernGQ. Stop by to read my recent article about where to shop in San Antonio, TX.

Buy designer Lauren Conrad on Sale

Today and tomorrow, you can shop the new Lauren Conrad collection at great savings! HauteLook has some of her best tops and dresses at drastically reduced prices.

The only catch? When the sizes and styles are gone, that's it. Create an account and start shopping today.

A sad goodbye to a great photographer

It is a great loss to the fashion world to lose photographer George Hoffman of Onyx Photography. His work has graced the pages of fitness, bikini, and glamour-minded magazines. George died yesterday of undisclosed causes.

Sexy shoes make me happy

Shopping is powerful. It has the ability to make a frigid day just a little warmer, a dull afternoon just a little more fun, and create instant energy out of fatigue. Shopping is the aphrodisiac for life.

Here's my latest and greatest buy-- a sexy pair of python gladiator platforms from Charlotte Russe. The store was having a "last size" clearance sale, so they were priced at $6.99! How could I resist??

I count the day as a sucess-- not only did I find a pair of shoes on sale that make my legs look incredibly sexy, but I can feel good about the winter workout I snuck in by power walking the mall.

Celebrities gone foolishly wrong

It's true... even with the help of the finest designers and fashion gurus at their beck and call, celebrities can sometimes go "oh so wrong" when it comes to their clothing. Here are just a few looks from the past that didn't quite make the cut.

"Desperate Housewives" actress Nicollette Sheridan shows off her assets in a way that can only be called 'trampy.' The leotard bodice and 'barely there' gown would look more at home on a wealthy prostitute or cross-dressing Queen.

Here, Jessica Simpson takes on the role of 'vampire' in goulish lipstick and bust-embellishing gown.

Mena Suvari in probably would rather forget this photo taken in 2006.