LC's Better-Than-Sex List

So, my girlfriends & I have been discussing the drought we're experiencing lately.

And while we're all super concerned about H20, the environment, and all the same shit Al Gore worries about, too; we're more concerned about the MAN drought we're going through in our own wretched lives.

Even though we may have men in our lives, they're giving us dry spells.

Al Gore may not understand this.
Bill Clinton? Bill might. He is married to Hillary, after all.
I would imagine she withholds sex from him, too.
Which would explain the Lewinsky debaucle.

But I digress.

In an attempt to find suitable substitutes for the lack of lovin' we're all going through at the moment, I've compiled a list of options for things I would consider to be "Better Than Sex."

Numero Uno:
Sprinkles Cupcakes.
One bite= pure, unadulterated sugar fix, right in the heart of Scottsdale.
Put down that porn, and run out to Sprinkles, instead:
4501 N. Scottsdale Road, at Scottsdale and Camelback. Call 480-970-4321 for details.


Numero Dos:
Chambord Margaritas.
Found at: Z Tejas (my fave is the one off the I-10 & Ray Rd in Ahwautukee.)
Whoa, buddy. Let me tell you, when they give you a limit on how many you can drink--there is a reason.
Come to think of it, these might be better than sex, but if you drink past your limit, they might also LEAD to sex.
But hey, two birds, one stone, right?
www.ztejas.com


Numero Tres:
Breakfast at TC Eggington's.
No doubt, one of my favorite guilty pleasures, right in the heart of Mesa, located on Alma School, just off the US 60. The staff is bright, friendly, personable, and although I don't think there's anything too sexy about the place, the food sure as hell IS sexy. My favorite is French Toast, which is an inch-thick slice of sweet cinnamon bread dipped in batter. Heaven on freakin' earth.
www.tcegg.com or 480-345-9288 (for more information)



If there is a lover in your life, the surefire way to get them to end your drought is to show them this list of alternatives you've found. Perhaps they will find a way to satisfy your needs, end this pathetic drought (which, let's face it, isn't really good for ANYONE'S "environment") and take you out for quality meals, desserts, and drinks that will make anyone want to scream with pleasure.

Although the establishments? Might look down on that just a little.

Get your kicks where you can, friends, and check out the places that top LC'S Better-Than-Sex List Today.

Raising My Glass to Barney's New York

I spent a fantastic afternoon at Barney’s New York store opening in Scottsdale, Arizona, at Scottsdale Fashion Square. I was greeted by the friendliest associates, indulged in champagne and a pleasant afternoon browsing all the new lines, from Mason to Cynthia Vincent to Carmen Marc Valvo to Diane von Furstenberg, and that’s just women’s clothing. I fell in love with cool weather pieces from Vince and DVF and all the beautiful jewelry in exquisite display cases, merchandised to pure perfection.

Ahhhh. Nothing excites me quite as much as fashion, shopping, and finding the newest creation from the latest designers…and Barney’s has a wonderful, distinctive selection. Go see for yourself…whether in Arizona, or in a city near you. I’ll definitely toast to you, Barney’s.

www.barneysnewyork.com

27 Dresses...& Then Some.

I have been in a number of weddings. I've been known to be referred to affectionately as "always the bridesmaid, never the bride," or my favorite, "You're like the girl from 27 Dresses!" I feel like saying, "Yeah, thanks asshole, as a matter of fact, it was 28 dresses, not 27."

In all seriousness, I don't know that I will ever be the one to get married. In my family, there are plenty of girls, and all of them have tied the knot or are planning on tying the knot soon, and I'm known as the free spirit, the independent, the one who doesn't commit to anything except maybe a designer handbag, and even that can seriously only last for a few seasons.

But since I've been the bridesmaid or maid of honor in quite a few weddings, one thing I can tell you brings to mind the expression "love-hate relationship" very quickly is shopping for bridesmaid dresses. The bridesmaids dress can be a tool of torture, or one of sheer delight. Either your bridesmaids look stunningly sexy in their dresses, or they shudder at the thought of wearing a pastel colored monstrosity.

The boutique Twirl, which I found in Scottsdale, Arizona (there are Twirl boutiques in various locations, and also, you can hit up their online store) features gorgeous bridesmaids and wedding party dresses in a variety of cuts, colors, fabrics, and styles that are sure to satisfy every member of your bridal party, even those with the most discerning taste.




After all, just because it's your big day doesn't mean that the people you've chosen to help celebrate your nuptials should have to sacrifice personal style. You can look gorgeous in your Vera Wang, but for heaven's sake, don't make anyone feel like Katherine Heigl in 27 Dresses...trust me, I've seen plenty a taffeta nightmare hanging in my closet, and it's nothing nice.

To shop at Twirl near you, find a store at: www.twirlboutique.com