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I think this skiing ostrich is courtesy of our friends the Japanese, who seem to have cornered the market on all things surreal. If you haven't seen this before, it definitely deserves a look. Imagine seeing that thing coming down the slopes. Read more
Although these African natives aren't the prettiest of the bird family, they are pretty amazing nonetheless! How much do you know about the ostrich? Will you take my quiz or just bury your head in the sand? Source Take the Quiz Read more
Warning: These handbags will make a dent in your bank account. It's my duty to let you into the wonderful world of ostrich bags. These spotted confections are a luxurious investment you won't regret. The rare texture stands out from the crowd, not to mention all the rich color choices. If you think about it, a $2,000 bag spanned across a lifetime isn't so bad. Did I convince you? Shop This Read more
I'm sure we've all been through the debacle of finding the perfect date outfit. You want to impress without looking like you tried too hard. The endless possibilities make it difficult to come up with just one. Bottom line: fidgeting with a loose strap or teetering in ultra-high heels is not cool. So I asked you, what would be your perfect date outfit? I started you off with this Carlos Falchi Read more
I'm sure we've all been through the debacle of finding the perfect date outfit. You want to impress without looking like you tried too hard. The endless possibilities make it difficult to come up with just one. Bottom line: fidgeting with a loose strap or teetering in ultra-high heels is not cool. So I ask you, what would be your perfect date outfit? Think swanky dinner followed by cocktails. Read more
Seems like Antonio Sabato's cute pooch isn't the only one getting in on the faux ostrich fabric! Now I like the nubby design but would never invest in the real thing. Thankfully, more and more designers are creating convincing patterns inspired by that fabric, and I found quite a few bags and collars in the mock material below. Read more
When I spotted this classy camel-colored bag under the arm of Antonio Sabato at the 7th annual Nuts for Mutts Dog Show and Pet Fair to benefit New Leash on Life, I made it my morning mission to locate a similar faux ostrich bag. Even though Antonio's lucky pooch gets a mock ostrich carrier, little did I know that my search for it would lead me to an authentic ostrich pet carrier . . . with an Read more
Thomas Haden Church may play the role of Matt Damon's overly concerned brother in We Bought a Zoo, but we learned that the actor is actually the proud owner of a fully functioning ranch in real life! No stranger to working with animals, Church spoke at a recent press day for the movie in NYC about the unpredictability of acting alongside zebras, ostriches, and even a 900-pound bear on the set. He Read more
Bottega Veneta's Tomas Maier debuted a Spring 2012 collection that focused heavily on color and texture — and we're not complaining. Goddess gowns of billowy chiffon appeared in jeweled hues of purple, ruby, and rust, and cocktail dresses had geometric embellishment that gave them a slightly tribal feel. There were draping and pleating done in ways to give the clothes volume without sacrificing Read more
Among the major styles for Fall, exotic skin handbags were an overarching trend, and one that we saw on the runways of Valentino, Chloé, Derek Lam, Gucci, and more. The best thing about these bags are their versatility; you can use one to liven up an otherwise solid look, or add depth to an ensemble that showcases mixed prints and patterns. Whether it's python, crocodile, ostrich, or completely Read more
