Holiday Office Party
Dressing for the annual office fête can be an exercise in contradictions. Looking festive is expected, but looking professional is still crucial. Think separates and heels or structures dresses with full coverage. The jewelry can be bold or understated (just ensure it’s quality) and add a touch of sparkle with a clutch or scarf.
Wow, 30% off? Avid shoppers say that the Thanksgiving holiday is always the best time to shop, whether the actual activity takes place in the mall with a group of friends or just within one’s home. Shopping deals abound at this time of the year. Everyone receives an offer – via mail, email, or phone – offers can even be on TV! But not all offers give a blanket discount on all items. Some offers have exclusions.
While we’re on the subject of film icons: in case you’ve been living under a rock, some newly discovered personal papers of Marilyn Monroe’s were published recently in a book called Fragments. Among those papers (in her diary, in fact, the publishing of which raises all kinds of issues regarding privacy and respecting the memory of an influential figure in popular culture) was an elaborate recipe for stuffing in the actress’ handwriting. The image of the sexpot with stirring spoon in hand has apparently captured the imagination of quite a few foodies and film buffs. The chefs of the New York Times‘ food column recreated the stuffing from the–at times cryptic–recipe.
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