The Decade Names For 2000s And Beyond
Samantha Perry ponders how to label the new decade from 2001 onward. She surveys options from zeros and naughts to singles and preteens, noting language laziness and editorial confusion as readers and editors adjust to saying and writing the years.
New Year Babysitting Plans Highlighted by Megan London
Bluewell twelve year old Megan London urges parents to give advance notice for New Year Eve babysitting. She often cares for her seven year old brother Kyle and non family children charging about one dollar per child per hour. Local Scout leaders note holiday pay norms and advise confirming number of children to avoid last minute “babysitter dumps” and ensure appropriate compensation.
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Megan London
Bluewell
Megan
Kyle
Susan Plumley
Black Diamond Girl Scout Council
Plumley
Sandi London
Leather and Bead Bracelets Rule Fashion Accessory Scene
Leather dominates as a hot jewelry trend with cuffs and bands from Monsoon Corp. Designers Lynn Olander and Zoe Metro push power themed pieces, from python print leather cuffs to six strand Power Prescription bracelets. Charm bracelets feature sayings from Hepburn and Chase, appealing to both young and sophisticated shoppers.
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Lynn Olander
Oakland
Olander
Roxy’s
Urban Outfitters
Tommy Hilfiger
Lyhn Olander
Zoe Metro
Pace
Metro
Janis Joplin
Dolly Parton
Vogue
Edna Chase
Katharine Hepburn
Chase
After the baby The Belly Basics guide to postpregnancy style
Belly Basics founders advise new mothers how to reenter wardrobes after birth. They suggest slimming options like slim leg pants and V necks, use of the Transition Kit for the before the belly after the baby period, and rediscovering elastic waisted pants for comfort and elongation.
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Kazlo Gardner
Serota
Belly Basics
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