The Female Identity: Becoming June
April 25, 2009 by Mary Elise Chavez · Leave a Comment
By: Christine Hardenberger
For years, we carry on until we hit a wall. Sometimes it is an event that brings us out of our fog – a death or a divorce. I just woke up one morning, looked around and thought,…
Topshop: Not Adored By All
April 25, 2009 by Mary Elise Chavez · Leave a Comment
“It has been everywhere: Ads on subway walls, made to look as if spontaneously painted by vandals. Ads on plywood walls, like posters for rock concerts. On the front page of my newspaper. News of the Topshop opening has been…
Swiss Architectural Masters: Herzog & de Meuron
April 25, 2009 by Mary Elise Chavez · Leave a Comment
Jacques Herzog and Pierre de Meuron are two Swiss architects known for innovative construction using new materials and techniques. The two architects have nearly parallel careers. Jacques Herzog and Pierre de Meuron were born the same year, attended the…
Zzz, How To Have a Peaceful Night’s Sleep
April 24, 2009 by Mary Elise Chavez · Leave a Comment
Have a Peaceful Night’s Sleep Tonight
1. Eliminate noise from your bedroom. Bedroom sounds should be low and consistent. Try earplugs.
2. Keep your room dark by using dark fabric on your windows. If that is not possible, try eyeshades.
3. The temperature of…
The Importance of Sleep
April 24, 2009 by Mary Elise Chavez · 1 Comment
As women we know that a lack of sleep leaves us irritable; however most of us are unaware of the damage it may be doing to our skin! Besides being an essential component of a healthy lifestyle, getting 8 hours of…
