Fashion
The iconic shirtwaist
The original shirtwaist was borrowed from the boys. It started as a button-down blouse tucked into a skirt for working women at the turn of the century. Over the decades, many embellishments have been added […]
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The joy of dressing
February, the month of love, ushers us closer to spring and renewal. If you have been suffering from the January “blues,” enter dopamine dressing – the wearing of joyful attire. Sometimes that is bright, colorful […]
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Bring on 2022!- Pappagallo
As we usher in 2022, it’s time to let go of some styles, keep what works and welcome fresh new looks. We have eased out of our sweatpants into sleek leather joggers. We have shown […]
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‘Tis the season to gift! – Pappagallo
Christmas is celebrated to remember the birth of Jesus Christ. The name Christmas comes from the Mass of Christ. A Mass service (often called Communion) is where Christians remember that Christ died for our sins […]
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Time to give thanks
We have a woman to thank for Thanksgiving. Sarah Josepha Hale, a prominent magazine editor, persuaded President Abraham Lincoln to declare a national holiday. Hale wrote him, “It (Thanksgiving) now needs national recognition and authoritative […]
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No one knows me like Joseph Ribkoff
Joseph Ribkoff has been a leader in the fashion industry for over 65 years. It is a Canadian-based company, sold in over 60 international markets, Ribkoff’s clothing is known for a timeless, youthful style. He […]
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Pappagallo on The art of accessorizing
Accessorizing is an art. Like any other skill, the more you practice and experiment with it, the better you will get. Jewelry has the power to take a simple outfit to smashing. It can also […]
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Keeping it cozy for fall
The best word to describe fashion last fall was cozy (codeword comfy). Our wardrobes may be forever changed by all the loungewear we have been wearing. Designers continued in this direction for fall 2021, but […]
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Celebrate Spring with Lilly Pulitzer and Pappagallo!
Lilly Pulitzer, the colorful iconic brand, has a continuing presence in Bowling Green at Pappagallo. Lilly appeals to many generations of rule-breaking sun followers. The brand happened by accident in 1959, when Lilly (McKim) Pulitizer, […]
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Love will keep us together
February is the month of love. I think we could all use a little more of that right now. I’m looking forward to sunny days ahead going shopping and out to lunch with friends decked […]