My Obsession

I think I'm obsessed with the notion that people can't throw anything out and keep a cluttered home. I'm not judging them, I'm just fascinated by the idea.

If there's a TV show about house cleaning or a documentary about hoarders, I'm watching. I feel your home should be peaceful and from what I've seen on television shows it stresses people out and it's not particularly stylish.  The photos here are from one of my favorite shows Clean House. Watch it and then schedule your own Clean House Day.

If you need help, there are people who can help you get organized and of course there are stores selling organization aids to help you put your things in order.

Hair Style

A few months ago I saw the movie trailer for the Chris Rock documentary Good Hair. It's in select theaters now and in theaters nationally Oct. 23.  I can't wait to see it and then have discussions with my friends about the movie and of course hear their hair stories.

Also on the topic of hair, I recommend reading Queens, Portraits of Black Women and their Fabulous Hair written by Michael Cunningham and George Alexander. This is a fabulous book and I love reading the stories and seeing the images of the women featured in this book.

Guy Style

I love a guy who has great style. How do you describe a guy with great style? Well it depends what you like to see your guy wearing.

I don't think a guy has to be dressed in designer labels but comfortable in his own skin. How do you like your guy to dress? Do you like to see him in suits, jeans, fitted clothes or baggy jeans?

Much has been written about one of the newest style icons for men, President Obama. His style has been has been documented down to the color of his tie. This image of the President from the impossiblecool.com is well, just plain cool.

Guys and girls, who is your male style icon?

Color Trends Fall 2009

There was a time when I only wore black, white and tan until I was introduced to color. Now I look forward to knowing what the color trends are each season.

If you want to be in the know, then read Pantone's Fashion Color Report Fall 2009 which features the top 10 colors for women's fashion for fall '09 along with designer sketches, quotes and headshots.