Your fave cotton plaid shirt just became wearable again. When paired with the right outfit, a long-sleeve button down p-shirt can go from day. . . to night (believe it or not). My shopper’s mag suggested pairing the p-shirt with a pair of shorts and a white tank. I saw a girl rocking this look today on my way to the office and it works. I want a p-shirt now! Check out The Plaid Shirt for a way cute p-shirt to treat yourself to and some pieces to pair with it by day and night.

I texted my dad the other day asking if he wanted to come shopping with me to help me look for a velour jumpsuit. (His reply to my text was, “Velour?” I replied, “Yes. Velour.”) He accompanied me into 2b and Forever21 so I wouldn’t have to shop alone, and while there was absolutely no velour in sight (I was unpleasantly surprised that a Bebe store had no velour!! What’s going on here?!?), I did stumble upon a navy, pink, and white Twist Dye Maxi Dress on the way out of Forever.

“Let’s get it,” I said before realizing that the weather in the city rarely climbs high enough to justify wearing a dress of any kind without tights or leggings underneath. I didn’t purchase the dress, but I was inspired to compile a list of More Flowy Dresses, designer and otherwise, on Kazowie today.

Long dresses are comfy/casual and glam at the same time and that’s why I love them. Maybe I’ll snag one to keep in my closet for the next heat wave. Hmm…

A close friend of mine and I were discussing the upcoming holiday together this morning; the infamous February 14th. Valentine’s Day. This holiday could be easily named the most insufferable holiday of the calendar year. On the other hand, if you’re lucky enough to have snatched up a keeper, your Valentine’s outlook might be a bit different. (Of course, Valentine’s Day isn’t just a celebration of “romantic” love. It’s a perfect excuse for a girls’ or guys’ night out!) By the end of our conversation, we had come to the conclusions that:

1. Valentine’s Day can be fun regardless of whether you’re hooked up or flying solo, and that
2. It’s not difficult to make an effort to show your loved one(s) that you care!

My friend suggested cooking your partner a meal based on a family recipe that you love or, if the relationship is on the serious side, passing down a family heirloom to your Valentine. There’s no need to spend big bucks either. In fact, the best gifts usually cost little or nothing at all. Start thinking now about what your intended Valentine(s) likes and appreciates; be resourceful and original, be funny, be yourself. I’ve added some cool V-Day gifts to Kazowie that might help jumpstart your creativity. Check them out for ideas: Pamper Her for Valentine’s Day and Valentine’s Gifts for Him, and have a Happy Valentine’s Day!