It's not just a bra. It's bacon.

Ladies, bacon is not just for the breakfast table anymore. Apparently you can put a little sizzle in the bedroom with the bacon bra.

And no, it's not available at Victoria's Secret. You my friend, can pick up this little slice of heaven for you (or your lady friend)at any Market Basket, H-E-B, Kroger or wherever bacon is sold. Comes in a variety of flavors and cuts. Panties sold separately.

Time trippin' to 85' and back

I took a most excellent adventure to Parkdale Mall ... ahem, 1985 last night.
Deck shoes, retro Reebok hi-tops and Napolean Dynamite-esqe wrestling shoes are back - much to my HORROR!
Like many of you, I totally rocked the red Reebok hi-tops with slouch socks and T-shirt ties in the late 80s.
So lets take a look back and compare then and now. Party on, dudes:




THEN: It's the Sugarbaker gals! God, I loved Designing Women. Julia (Dixie Carter) was my favorite. She was just the epitome of southern charm and class. Oh, and I am pretty sure Paula Deen channels Charlene when she starts talking all sugary sweet y'all. I keep waiting for her to bust out with Poppler Bluff's Perfect Pie recipe.



NOW: Someone call Delta Burke! Those are shoulder pads Suzanne Sugarbaker wouldn't have even tackled. Although, you could tackle this woman and not even bruise her.



THEN: Molly Ringwald stole our hearts with her quirky fashion sense and good fortune of dating well outside her league. (Come on, you know in the real world Jake Ryan would never have left the hot blonde in Sixteen Candles for Sammy Davis Baker Jr. High school is brutal. )



NOW: Hats off (please!). Unless you dig instantly aging 20 years and warding off the advances of men, sideline the hat ladies.



THEN: Flashdance oozed sex appeal (and sweat) with off-the-shoulder, over sized sweatshirt.



NOW: The off-the-shoulder T-shirt is back! And I gotta say, it's hot. Careful though. You need a cool and properly fitting undershirt to complete the look. Remember, no one wants to see a dingy old bra! Dress right, girls!



THEN: Oh yeah! That caption says all. It is 'denim to die for.' Or, die to trying to avoid. Check out that bedazzling. They don't make em' like they used to (Thank goodness!).



NOW: Ladies and gents, acid wash denim is back! It comes in cooler cuts and styles these days, but I still stress the importance of denim in moderation. No one needs to wear denim head to toe. NO ONE!

Keep classy, hide those straps!

I'll be the first to admit that I have made (and continue) to make some fashion faux pas.
But there are a couple of BIG no-no's I live by - one being to wear the appropriate bra with tank tops and halter shirts; another is dressing properly for the occasion.
I saw both of these rules broken this past week ... and by the same woman.
During intermission for Cirque Eloize Nebbia at the Lutcher Theater Wednesday, I spotted a woman coming out of a bathroom stall in blue jeans, a halter top and BIG, black bra straps.
I think everyone should be comfortable and sport their own style, but club dress is not appropriate for the theater.
If heading out for a night of culture, throw on a pair of dress pants or a skirt and your favorite top. For extra comfort, spice up a comfortable dress with a Pashmina and a cute pair of flats.
S&M Family Outlet on Dowlen Road is currently selling Pashminas for $5.99, so you have no excuse not to look fabulous on a budget.
As for the bra issue, pick up a racerback and strapless bra for the summer.
You are bound to show off your arms and back enough this summer to justify the investment. Remember, you want people to notice your sleek arms or sculpted back, not your FRAYING bra strap!
Target has a variety of hot racerback bras starting at $14.99; Victoria's Secret has a large selection of strapless bras starting at $20. But for one-stop support, pick up Victoria's Secret's 100 Multi-Way bra for $50. You can position the flesh-colored straps any way you like for the perfect look.