Professional Soccer Bandwagon

Friends, I've decided to jump on board the bandwagon and take an interest in professional soccer.

It seems everyone outside the United States is a fervent futbol fan and I know nothing about it. I will openly admit my interest stems from its popularity, rather than any feature of the sport that particularly strikes my interest. We're all allowed to be "followers" to a certain degree, aren't we? It's human nature.

Where does one go to learn the ins and outs of professional soccer? Which team should I support? Who are the big names (besides David Beckham)?

All assistance is much appreciated.

A Lesson Re-Learned (Again)

I'm a firm believer that one should never leave the house looking less than appropriate. If you're going to school, you should be business casual. If you are going out to a cocktail party, you shouldn't be in jeans. If you're going to the gym, your athletic wear should be stain-free, etc.

Sometimes, however, I am tempted by the stress-induced allure of dressing for comfort.

Mistake #1: Going to Starbucks in a sweatshirt, old jeans, and slippers

Mistake #2: Forgetting to do my hair and shave.

The situation was compounded by the fact that the seat I chose at Starbucks put me near several Italian beauties who undoubtedly would have been more impressed with my new suit from the Banana Republic Monogram line.

A lesson learned, indeed.

Dasher Didn't Know...

Abercrombie & Fitch calls this the "Hot New Look for Spring."

I didn't know this was a "look." I wonder if I can wear this to work ...?

Dasher Must-Have

From Swarovski, for a measly $70, rhodium-plated crystal cuff links:

Two of the Reasons I Love Ralph Lauren

These are from the Ralph Lauren store on Michigan Ave in Chicago, IL. RL demonstrates such style in their displays! The chandelier, the perfectly arranged mannequins, the elegant windows ... I wish my closet looked like this!

I might be taking on clients for style consulting! 

This isn't the big project I mentioned previously - but it's nonetheless exciting!

Big Project Underway

I am undertaking a very exciting project that will really top off my winter wardrobe. Details to come, but I will say it involves a lot of sewing (which I don't know how to do! Haha).

Send me luck - I'll need it to pull this off effectively.