What Not to Wear

After a long week at work, one of my favorite things to do on a Friday night is watch What Not to Wear on TLC. And I'm really digging the new hair stylist, Ted Gibson, pictured right.

Well, WNTW seems to be on hiatus now so the show's Web site will have to help ease my withdrawal pains. Judging by the comments posted on the Web site, I'm not alone in missing the show.

Great fashion tips, cool before and after photos and videos of makeovers, and style quizzes.  I was quite proud that I received an excellent score on the quizzes I took.

My favorite episode from a few years ago is shopping in Paris. I can't wait for the show to return.

Mrs. O.

If you love Michelle Obama's fashion style and want to know what she's wearing, you should go one of my favorite blogs mrs-o.org.

Photo by Mary Riley / Reuters

The Great Hair Debate

I've fought the good fight. Four years ago, I did the unthinkable (for me) and decided to wear my hair "natural." It's natural in that it doesn't have a relaxer to straighten it but I do color it so I guess it's not completely natural.  I discovered I do like my natural hair and the freedom. But, periodically I go back and forth trying to decide to keep the natural hair thing going or going back to using a relaxer.  I'm not alone; my friends and I discuss this often.

People often stop and ask me what I use on my hair and I always say it depends on your hair texture. Like everyone else, I experiment with new products and am always open to trying new lines. I recommend that you consult with your hair care professional about the shampoos, conditioners and other products that best fit your hair texture and hair style. What helped me was going to Urbanbella, located in Atlanta. They taught me to style my own hair and what products to use.

According to the Madam C.J .Walker Web site, there have been so many innovations in hair care products for black women since Madam Walker's day and so many new product lines on the market, that it is impossible to select just one company.

Fabulous Store in Athens

I wandered into the coolest store this weekend, Agora. There was so much to look at first I didn't know where to begin. After a couple of trips around the store and after talking to the woman at the counter, I started to figure it out. I saw furniture, clothing and jewelry. I even saw Hermes and Louis Vuitton bags. It was so amazing! Definitely check this place out, it's worth the look.

Agora

260 W Clayton St.

Athens, GA 30601-2712

(706) 316-0130