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Because a boring bathroom is a lame bathroom. Have you always dreamed about having Robert Pattinson's face in your bathroom? Or how about some sushi or a field full of horses? Perhaps a curtain that will strangle you if you stay in too long? Well now you can!

I have a longstanding history with bras; one that began in the late summer of 1988 when I encountered the "intimates" section of the J.C. Penny catalog. For most women, however, I'd imagine that these undergarments no longer hold the fascination that they still do for me, which quite frankly I find sad. Maybe, just maybe, this guide will serve to inspire a few of them to do something special with their natural endowments, as well as showcase a handful of things that it's never, ever cool to do.

I'm not married, but let me tell you what....I thank the heavenly stars I wasn't married in the era when white lace gloves, without fingers, were an option. Desperately Seeking Susan while walking down the aisle is just horrifying. And bridesmaids, you lucked out too. Here are some of the most unfortunate bridal disasters.

I don't know about you guys, but lately it's been feeling like summer's trying to beat spring to the punch-- ummm, thanks global warming. And naturally, that's got me thinking about all things frozen and delicious. So what ice cream or popsicle treat do you dream about scarfing down when the going gets hot?

If you're going to get cavities, you might as well get them because you're eating the good foreign stuff. After all isn't getting drunk on Dom Perignon way more fun than getting drunk on Bud Light? I rest my case.

Goodbye, winter boots. It's a brand new sunnier season, which means there are tons of stunningly beautiful new heels, sandals, pumps, platforms and wedges to daydream about. I'm certainly in no situation to be splurging on $900 shoes right now, but lusting from online satisfies my urge and doesn't cost a penny, right?

Last year, as I wracked my brain to create a set of classy one-of-a-kind gifts on a beer bottle pocket, the gift idea of all gift ideas struck me: a customized calendar featuring hackneyed seasonal pictures of ME. That way, every time Uncle Gary had a dentist appointment, or Grandma Reggie had a water aerobics class, they would be graced with a heartwarming photo of their favorite relative. If you share my passion for Photoshop, and giving people giant pictures of yourself, please read on, and spread your own self-indulgent gift to the world.

Oh, Uggs. So warm. So comfortable. So...ugly. They had their hey day circa 2004 (remember when they were sold out everywhere?), but have suffered a brutal backlash ever since from those with..well, any sort of fashion sense. And yet, people STILL. WEAR. THEM. I'm personally conflicted on the furry footwear: Sure, they're comfy and kinda cute in that bulky-lazy-footwear-in-the-winter sort of way, but on the other hand, they're also bulky in that lazy footwear in the winter sort of way. So, tell me. How do you feel about Uggs? Yay or Nay?

The 90s hold a very special place in popular culture. A place in which they should probably stay put. Though I was born in the early 80s, I consider myself a child of the 90s. I somehow lived through some of elementary school, middle school, and much of high school in the 90s and lived to tell about it. To say the least, the 90s were not a fabulous time for me fashion-wise. Why are kids so much more stylish these days? Most of the fashion faux paux I committed are still readily available, so maybe kids are just smarter when it comes to fashion? Here are all the trends I rocked in the 90s that you can still rock if you want. But you probably shouldn't. Please don't.

Struggling to find gifts for your white trash family and friends? You quintessential guide to honky holidays.

She's Miroslava Duma. Um, who? Yeah, I know. I don't have a real clue, either. But she stopped me in my tracks as I was wandering around the internets and I practically fell in love: she's adorably pretty, and has a brave-yet-girly style that's totally her own. An obsessive search revealed that she maybe sort of possibly works for Harper's Bazaar. And is Russian. And then I went upstairs and set fire to my closet. OK, not really. But it's times like this that I want to. Times like this when I say, "I need a change." Times like this that make me feel like a frumpy soccer mom, even though I am no such thing. But I'm also not a Russian fashion magazine employee. How would one on a non-fashionista budget attempt a slightly pared-down version of Miroslava's look, I wondered? (Because, face it, I'm living in Massachusetts, people.) So, I chose the biggest key elements of her style and ran with them.

Gwen Stefani said it best: "Harajuku Girls you got the wicked style I like the way that you are, I am your biggest fan... You're so original girls, You got the look that makes you stand out... You mix and match it, girls... You dress so fly and just parade around." Although trendy Harajuku Girls (decked out in crazy-creative ensembles and over-the-top hair and makeup to boot) have been bopping around the streets of Japan for quite some time; it wasn't until Stefani's bubble-pop-electric beats praising the cultural trend-setters that the term 'Harajuku Girl' gained in mainstream popularity here in the U.S. Are you sick of worshiping clueless Hollywood socialites for their cookie-cutter style? Would you rather break out from the norm and add some serious Harajuku hotness to your L.A. life? Read on!

Do you ever look at a product and ask yourself what that person was on when they came up with that idea? I do, and often. I'm curious to find out what you think the worst invention is. This could be in 2008 or of all time. I'm not picky! It can be a gadget, style or something we use every day.

I've been known to leave the house with major "bed head" after sleeping in too late every once and awhile, or stepping out with wet hair....unsure of how I'll end up looking later on in the day. Being a woman with long hair requires an extra amount if HAIR CARE and sometimes, I just don't feel like putting in the effort. Or maybe you're a man who has a crazy cowlick, or a balding spot! Well my friends, I have the solution; HATS. That's right. Whether you're traveling and you know you'll be a hag mess or you've skipped a shower and are running late, the hat is your new solution! A fun fashion accessory that says a lot about your personality depending on which kind you choose!! Hats off, or hats on to you!!

I just got bangs yesterday. Now- I officially look like Cher. It wasn't until I walked into a friends house and someone screamed out, "CHER! CHER!" oblivious to the fact that I was Cher, I said, "WHAT?! WHERE?!" I was really going for the look of, "60's MUSE" or something along those lines but apparently it turned out more like Cher or Egyptian Princess, which I can handle if it allows me to wear gold bangles shaped like snakes. I've always modeled my hair after some celebrity. I bring in my picture and say, "Make me look like THIS." Everyone does it, don't be ashamed. Let me give you some insight on some of the most POPULAR celebrity hair-dos and maybe you can get get yourself the "Suri Cruise" look.