Category Archives: Power of Pretty

Glamorama, Lori and Julia, and Constant Public Adjustment

Macy's Glamorama this year was, well, fine.  I go because it has traditionally been one of the better parties to benefit a cause.  In this case Children's Cancer Research.  It has also been, (other than the State Fair) a tradition... Read More »

Vanessa Williams: The Power of Pretty

What is it about Vanessa Williams?  I distinctly remember her appearance on the Johnny Carson Show after she was crowned Miss America.  She had that something that I recognized immediately.  I recall at the time how she walked toward... Read More »

Jennifer Love Hewitt: The Power of Pretty

I'm a Ghost Whisperer fan.  I admit it.  I was instantly enamored with Jennifer Love Hewitt.  Instantly enamored with her now husband played by David Conrad (and am every single time he walks on set...I've tried, really hard not... Read More »

The Lovely Lennon Sisters: The Power of Pretty

Known as America's Sweethearts for more than fifty years; Dianne, Peggy, Kathy and Janet, the Lennon Sisters entertained and enchanted as ladies of loveliness in voice and demeanor. For me, I can listen to them, and laugh at some... Read More »

Power of Pretty: Vera Ellen

Loveliness epitomized is Vera Ellen while dancing. What grace and power. Here you can watch all that in a pink chiffon as-girlie-as-can-be dress that reveals but forearms and ankles. What man wouldn't race to open her door or pull out... Read More »

Makeover Mondays: Oh Mighty Isis

I wanted to be Isis.  It's very apparent my connection to the makeover and to the power of female in image.  I mean, she was pretty hot even with a center part and big ol '70's eye wear, but the... Read More »

Power of Pretty: Rhonda Fleming, Ann Sheridan, Lori Nelson

I wouldn't want to mess with Rhonda Fleming.  Something about her says, I'm speaking with a melodious voice, but don't fuck with me or I'll hurt you.  Ah the power of pretty.  The arch of the brow, the "Italian Boy"... Read More »

Power of Pretty: Kristin Chenoweth

I was immediately taken, and who wouldn't be, when first introduced to the talent and charisma of Kristin Chenoweth. Vulnerability, bravado, an incredible range and a sense of timing that is sheer entertainment. Inimitable and original, two words that rarely... Read More »

The Power of Pretty: Cyd Charisse

Legs.  I'm a leg kind of guy.  I love legs.  Probably why I love hosiery.  It's like dressing the legs .  As if they're veiled as a gift. To be shared a little later.  Leg positioning...how the slightest turn of... Read More »