‘clothing’ entries

Training Bras

April 27, 2009 8:53 AM Filed Under: CLOTHING  Q & A 

Where is a good place to buy "training bras" in NYC? Don't want to spend too much on them! Thanks.
–Jennie

Try Gap Body. The XS size sports bras are super-comfortable and nice and stretchy. Lester's also had a pretty good selection last time we were there (and no old ladies taking embarrassing measurements!). Someone recommended My First Bra, but the tag line of "a helpful guide" kind of freaked us out...but to each her own!

If The Suit Fits

March 05, 2009 10:59 AM Filed Under: CLOTHING  Q & A 

Where can I find a black suit for a four year old? My son is in a wedding and it's either that or rent a tux. Would prefer not to spend a fortune on something he'll wear once.
–Alice

Yes, they'll be made of polyester but Century 21 always has a couple of racks of them. Spend a little bit to have it tailored to fit, add a better shirt, and nobody will notice. If Century has nothing in the way of dress shoes, make a stop at Payless. They're always good for some black shoes (that your son will likely take off at the reception anyway!).

Garmet Guard

February 20, 2009 5:08 PM Filed Under: CLOTHING  RANDOM THOUGHTS 

Tired of those pesky yellow stains on the under arms of your shirts? Garmet Guard makes these little disposable sheilds that adhere to the inside of y … [see more]

Python Pants Are A Staple

February 13, 2009 12:02 PM Filed Under: CLOTHING 

Saw these "flocky" python pants at Zara which we could have just ignored, except they were in the "Zara Basic" section. What? Are we supposed to have … [see more]

Lester's First Ever Warehouse Sale

February 13, 2009 9:17 AM Filed Under: CLOTHING 

Our girls favorite store is Lester's (Second Ave. at 80th St.) and "lucky" for us they are having a huge "warehouse" sale all weekend starting today! … [see more]

Petite Suits

February 11, 2009 3:07 PM Filed Under: CLOTHING  Q & A 

Hi Alyssa & Hilary,
I need to buy some skirt suits for job interviews, but can't seem to find anything. I am petite, which makes it even more difficult, and everything I have found is not plain enough, has some sort of design, & just doesn't look good. I am looking for plain black, navy, grey, and/or pinstripe skirt suits. Also, many of the ones i have found are 2-button, which just looks weird on me. I've already tried Lord & Taylor, Banana Republic, JCrew. Any suggestions? Please help!!
–Lisa

Try Bloomingdales or Saks. They both have big petite departments with a good selection of suits. Get it? Big, petite department?

Baby Leg Warmers

February 04, 2009 3:06 PM Filed Under: CLOTHING 

I bit down on the whole leggin' thing this year(only 'cause my jeans are tight), but Alyssa informs we I'm absolutely under no circumstances allowed t … [see more]

it must be sunday...
tip o’ the week: Super Easy Mac 'n Cheese

April 27, 2009 4:46 AM Filed Under: RECIPES TIP O' THE WEEK

Last year Hilary bought Alyssa's daughter a cookbook and Annabelle has spent the better part of the year perfecting the cookbook's macaroni and cheese recipe. Here's her version--the first one the children like that doesn't come out of a box and doesn't involve some sort of flourescent orange substance. The topping is our own special addition...but be forewarned: you won't be able to stop at one bite! … [see more]

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