Monthly Archives: February 2008

leap year

Posted on February 29, 2008 by girlawhirl

Something that Girlawhirl’s been taught since childhood – that February has 28 days – is challenged every four years. And she loves it! Every fourth February comes with a special treat: a bonus day. And since that bonus day just … Continue reading →

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Girlawhirl fashion round up week of February 29, 2008

Posted on February 29, 2008 by girlawhirl

Girlawhirl’s has a lot of friends on the internet! She’s found great sites that focus on all the things she loves: fashion, makeup, handbags, shoes and more. Here’s a round up of great features and articles from some of her … Continue reading →

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valentino at fall 2008 paris fashion week

Posted on February 29, 2008 by girlawhirl

There’s a telling, and frequently cruel moment, seconds after the debut of a designer at a famous house, when the audience either turns on its heels and marches out silently, or everyone races backstage, clamoring to embrace the new talent, … Continue reading →

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givenchy at fall 2008 paris fashion week

Posted on February 29, 2008 by girlawhirl

It’s turning out to be a great week for Riccardo Tisci, who staged a greatly inventive show for Givenchy Wednesday evening in Paris, a day after the house confirmed he will also take over design duties at its men’s division… … Continue reading →

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chanel at fall 2008 paris fashion week

Posted on February 29, 2008 by girlawhirl

Karl Lagerfeld, in a lighthearted moment, staged one of those schizophrenic collections only he is capable of, a mixture of saucy and sexy youthful ready-to-wear with over the top Pop Culture moments, before a huge crowd in the Grand Palais … Continue reading →

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leap year sales and discounts

Posted on February 29, 2008 by girlawhirl

February 29th doesn’t happen every year. So to celebrate the gift of an extra day, many of Girlawhirl’s favorite stores are giving something away – great sales and discounts! And on this special treat of a day, Girlawhirl’s decided to … Continue reading →

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Stirring It Up: How To Make Money and Save the World by Gary Hirshberg

Posted on February 28, 2008 by girlawhirl

Girlawhirl believes in making the little changes in her life that add up to big differences. In one folder she keeps a list of green ideas she’s going to use when she finally gets to build her own sustainable home. … Continue reading →

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Balenciaga at Fall 2008 Paris Fashion Week

Posted on February 28, 2008 by girlawhirl

Few fashion shows are as keenly awaited as those of Balenciaga, where designer Nicolas Ghesquiere has earned a thoroughly deserved reputation of creating clothes of exception that are arresting thanks to their pure originality… This has rarely been more true … Continue reading →

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philosophy?s inner grace

Posted on February 27, 2008 by girlawhirl

Always on the go, Girlawhirl can really appreciate a product that does double – or even triple - duty. But convenience, and the silky way it makes her feel on the outside, aren’t the only reasons Girlawhirl takes Philosophy’s Inner Grace … Continue reading →

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chunky necklaces for spring 08

Posted on February 27, 2008 by girlawhirl

It’s not as if she didn’t see them on the runways – think Marni, Ports 1961 and more - but it seems like the funky, chunky, mixed media necklaces have finally trickled down to both price points and choices that Girlawhirl … Continue reading →

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