Girl’s Guide Editor at Large and style contributor, Jenna Petroff, is thrilled that Fashion Week has finally caught on to her mantra that moms are fashion divas, too! Perhaps our down economy has been chipping away at the coveted young, ingenue’s pocketbook leaving less expendable cash for fashion. Or maybe it’s the stylish and high-profile moms that have inspired the new direction. Whatever the reason…we’re ready. Show us the Glamamommys!
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I feel like I am about to die. Every movement produces an overwhelming sense of pain. I shuffle like an old woman, I cough or sneeze and think I am going to pass out. My body is in the midst of a mutiny; various muscular groups would feed my hand to the crocodile if they could.
It is January 4th and I have been to the gym three days in a row. It feels awesome.
New Years is one of my favorite holidays. Every year, it affords a new beginning. A fresh start. It brings with it a sense that everyone can do better, be better. It’s an exhilarating holiday. Read the full story »
I’m going to be honest—2011 sucked. I don’t think I’ve ever hated a year so much. But the good news is, now it’s 2012, and things can only go up from here—at least that’s what …
Jenna Petroff, Girl’s Guide Editor at Large, reflects on the 2011 year in fashion and gives her top 10 fashion resolutions for 2012.
Jenna Petroff, Girl’s Guide to the Galaxy Editor at Large, provides options for fundamental, yet still fashionable, fitness gear for the Galaxy Girl in her second installment of how to be fun, fearless and fit!
Most of us have dealt with a bad break-up. And most of us have probably used our own unique brand of coping mechanism to move past the pain and anger, to get back to good. …
When given the chance to do a haul video for Chevy that included a day of shopping, I was stoked. More black shoes and dresses! But after much soul searching, I decided to put the …
As a recent college grad with friends still in school, I’m getting really sick of people whining on Facebook about how hard it is to study for finals. Wait ’til you get to the real …
It is a concept that lives in the back of everyone’s mind-what would happen if all of those characters from fairy tales were living in the real world? It’s the very reason so many people …
I attended a fabulous party at a downtown loft this past weekend. There were hors devours, seasonal beverages, a diverse guest list and great conversation. We discussed shoes, beach vacations and Ph.D programs.
The gathering was …
While browsing the internet recently, I ran across an article that exposed my favorite skin cleanser as a “toxic sludge.” I was shocked. But more than that, I was angry. My dermatologist had recommended the …
Have an avid reader in your life? Think about gifting them with a great book this holiday season.
Here are some of my favorite authors I discovered this year. Their personalities shine in their works and …
Let me start by saying I am developing a fondness and respect for Paul Rudd. Paul and I go way back, back to when he was the dashing George Knightly incarnate, Josh, in Amy Heckerling’s …
Jenna Petroff, Style Editor for Girl’s Guide to the Galaxy, says you can be fit and fashionable with suggestions for stylish workout wear.
The holidays are in full swing. Since I don’t have Oprah money to buy you all your favorite things, here is my meager gift to you. No, not a stocking full of meagers but the …
The holiday season, it is here.
It’s a magical time, filled with laughter, giving and, dare I say, spirit that you can’t find any other time of year. I look forward to it all year long …
Ah Midwest winters, how I love them. (please note my sarcasm.) I’m not a huge fan of cold weather. I know there are those select few who enjoy the freezing temperatures, but I’m guessing the …
I am a firm believer that anyone can be a fabulous cook if they can follow a good recipe and have the right tools. In fact, after following recipes for a while you kind of …
Ladies-it is ON!
The sinfully overwhelming Black Friday is upon us again. Today, to be exact. So, let’s get the ball rolling.
Number one, let’s go back to your personal style. By now you should have a good idea …
I have a weird confession: I’m addicted to reading Mormon mommy blogs. Seeing as I’m not Mormon, nor do I have children, this might seem odd. I’m pretty sure it is. But they’re amazing. And …
In this season of Thanksgiving, we celebrate by overstuffing our faces, enjoying time off work, and going a bit manic with 4 am shopping sprees. When was the last time you spent the four day …
Thanksgiving is less than a week away and while I’m obviously scouring the interwebz for the Black Friday sales, my immediate concern is what to wear to the feast.
