Ladies, Would You Like to See a Magazine About Real Women?

Hopefully, the answer to that question is yes.  I know I want to see one and that's why I've volunteered to help spread the word about a new publication that's trying to get off the ground.  A magazine about real women, what we wear, how we shop for our clothing and yes, even make them ourselves.  A magazine that includes tips about dressing for your body type written by women that have learned and are learing through trial and error and that shop where and how you shop -- sales, thrift stores, refashions and sewing from scratch.  Sound interesting?  If so, pop on over to Basse Mode and read all about it.  Then if you believe this is a good thing, please spread the word, via blog, e-mail or talking to your friends.   You can also grab the button to place on your blog and if you're really feeling froggy -- sign up and get involved. 

Why would I do this?  Because I think it's important.  I know how hard it is when you love looking your best, but aren't really sure how to get there...you know, that road to discovery your personal style and learning to love yourself and accept your body, wobbly parts and all.  I know I love fashion magazines, but am always disappointed when all I see are clothes that are not practical for my lifestyle.  So, yeah, I'm in and have volunteered to share my personal style and how I shop on a budget.

On the same note, I will begin blogging my daily outfits soon, but will be doing this on another blog so that I can keep this one on subject.  I can't tell you how amazing my journey has been toward self-acceptance, body image and personal style thus far.  So, once I get that set up, I'll put a link here so that those of you who are interested, can find my daily outfits over there and my sewing projects here.

Tomorrow, I plan to show you the inside of my Liberty of London for Target dresses. I tried them on again this morning so I could see what, if anything, needed to be tweaked (such as sewing down the pleats in the back of the sheath so they don't pooch out.  I wonder if a petite would have been a better choice for me, although I do like the fit of the misses size).  I have to tell you, I was impressed when I started looking at them.  Very nice on the inside, and they used a technique on the lining of the peacock dress that I want to use myself.  Let's just say, they did a better job of matching the seams for the invisible zip than I've ever done.  So jealous.  I've also been tracking my order like a maniac.  I ordered on Sunday and my box left Jacksonville at 4:00 a.m. today, so I should have it tomorrow.  Take that Talbots!

Until tomorrow