I've never jumped into one of these discussions, but I wanted to support your point of view regarding her right to defend herself. Rape is a crime of violence, hatred and power. She defended the threat of violence with violence. We here have "stand your ground"; remember that guy who got off on a defense that he felt…

I heard there's a $10,000 payday if someone can produce the original, un-retouched photo of Beyonce's thighs. Who's got them?

I doubt it was meant to be "shitty"... sometimes people don't know what to do or say when someone else has a loss. I'm sure her mom was only trying to be helpful. I'm not going to throw down a judgement one way or another.

I'm so sorry for your loss; I have 2 dogs and I love them fiercely. I don't know what I'd do without them. I think sometimes people don't know what to say, so they can make comments that are hurtful or insensitive... I doubt any of them meant to be dismissive. They probably just don't understand how special the…

I thought the same thing. Losing a pet is devastating, and everyone makes a choice re: how to soothe the sadness and start to heal. I can't judge anyone for what they decide to do. Animals can bring so much love into your life, and when they aren't there, it's a well of loss and sadness. To be able to pour that love…

Retailers like JCP, Kohls, Old Navy usually don't fit well b/c they cut costs by not having a proper fitting process- they might just look at their factory's sample size to grade from on a dress form (live fit models cost $) to see if it's "commercially acceptable" and go right into production. That's also why their…

Does this mean that Tyra Banks is more "edgy" than Vogue Italia? VI should be embarrassed that not only did they do a very unappealing photo shoot, they also followed in the footsteps of Tyra Banks.

You beat me to it! I was just about to say the same thing.

US sizes definitely run larger... a US10 is equivalent to a UK12 according to a conversion chart I have, but I would definitely say a US10 would be cut more generously than a UK12. Maybe we Americans are just bigger? I don't know. I've always found UK/EU sizing to be smaller than a US size range. Any time I've bought…

That's a tough problem, because most online retailers wouldn't have the budget to hire a model for each size they offer. They just figure that if you're a "straight" size (sizes US2-14) you should be able to look at the skinny model and know this is how the dress is supposed to fit on me. When a garment goes into…

You've made very good points here about why there aren't more plus size clothes in stores. It's not that they are trying to ignore/ reject that potential customer base, it's that there are other factors involved that go into why there's no selection (and I agree it's so stupid for there not to be a better assortment…

I am SHOCKED that a designer who I would presume wants to make money stood there and told you, the bride-to-be who was telling him it was her favorite dress, that it would be bad for you any your skinny friend should try it on. I commend you on not kicking him in the balls, and I'm happy you stuck to your guns and…

I hear you loud and clear. Part of getting sober (and growing up) is realizing you have a part in every situation, and are responsible for your life. Getting honest about your own part is very, very difficult (if not impossible) for active alcoholics & addicts.

NAILED IT! Yes, many addicts/ alcoholics are perpetual victims. Getting clean & sober has a lot to do with getting honest and taking responsibility for your own actions.

Exactly. I'm 43, and I absolutely HATE getting older. When you're 23, it's easy to say things about how it's OK to get older and not fight wrinkles, body changes, etc. I'm lucky to have good skin, and people tell me I look much, much younger than I am, but I can see how my body is different, and I just hate it. No…

I think I might need to go back to bed now, because this Simpsons joke might not be topped and the the day could just go downhill...

They are four rather "ladylike" options, aren't they? And I do mean ladylike in the most old-fashioned sense.

I can't help but think about that other post today about sleeping and how we must all give boundaries and insist on getting the amount of sleep we need. The life this woman is living is a good example of how that just isn't always possible. It is a luxury to be able to say, "No, I won't work late, because I need the…

So true! A good cosmetic surgeon knows that liposuction is a tool for contouring, NOT weight loss. If she had skin flaps & excess loose flesh, they went to a doctor that didn't make her aware of what would happen. It's a good tool if you are already at a weight you're happy with, but have places you'd like to reduce.…

Who knows how she began working with him, but I'm sure within the last 10 years she's greatly benefitted from being in his orbit. He's got such a roster of clients & connections, and she's probably gained many of her own contacts and clients from being present during his shoots. No matter how she feels, it's to her…