However, as a snarky bitch prone to judge and criticize others without hesitation, I have decided to pre-empt some of the judgy questions or comments that may be directed at me via the interwebs.
1. What makes you qualified to give fashion advice?
Nothing really. Everyone and their mother has a blog. 99% are not "qualified" to do much of anything. In fact, it seems to me that about 80% of bloggers are only functionally literate, so you should just be happy that I have a grasp of the English language.
2. I don't like you/your blog/something on your blog. Should I rant to you about it?
Nope. I appreciate constructive criticism, but blatant, unproductive, psychotic ranting will not be welcomed or tolerated.
3. Why do you cuss so much?
Sometimes I just really feel the need to get my fucking point across.
4. Is "Down and Out in Style" a play on the title of the famous George Orwell novel "Down and Out in Paris and London"? If so, do you think that makes you clever?
Indeed, my literate friend. I became slightly obsessed with that book during my Summer of Abject Poverty, and felt it was an appropriate theme to work from. And no, I don't think that makes me clever. In fact, most of the other names I initially wanted to use as the title of this blog were already taken, which made me feel quite unoriginal.
5. I have a picture/idea/resource, I'd like to send you. Want it?
Yes, please! I am always looking for new ideas and inspiration, and I'd eventually like to have the majority of the pictures on this site come from you! One rule though: please don't send pics of any clothes, accessories, shoes, purses, etc. that cost more than $150. This is a fashion blog for poor bitches, and even $150 is quite a stretch financially for many of us. Send yer stuff to hallee.berg@gmail.com.
