This week is a huge week.   Right at this minute, my top, my design, 3 years of my blood, sweat, and tears is actually hanging in a real live store.   As of now you can buy Bayou Gauche* by Nicole LeBlanc at Kiki in River Ranch, Lafayette, Louisiana...

I've said it before because that's what all the veterans in the fashion industry were telling me and, well, I was just being a follower, but now I'm saying it because I really really believe and understand it.   Starting a clothing line is not glamorous...

So I opened my e-mail and one of the subjects in my inbox read something like, “CBS seeking fashionable moms for show “The Job”...and then I was all like oh my God, I'm so flattered, they want ME on their new reality TV show...me!...on TV...oh my God...OMG!

So lately my procrastination and I have been besties.   My lengthy to-do list sits peacefully on my desk while I am twiddling my thumbs worrying about all the things I have to do.   My latest distraction: www.boutine.com...

So were entering the 3rd week of What Do You Want In Your Closet.   I know I said I would do 4 weeks, but this will be the last week since I feel I've really gotten a sense of what you ladies are looking for.   Mainly: proper fit, quality fabrics & fabrication, versatility and comfort...

Ok ladies, here is round 2 of the segment I call What Do You Want In Your Closet?, in which you all give me insight into the world of woman's apparel. (If you haven't answered the first round of questions, you can do so HERE if you wish.)   Thanks to everyone who responded last week! Your answers were exactly what I was looking for!   Let's get right to it!...