The Age of the Internet

I'm going to pull one out of left field here - and for my international audience which seem to make a decent percentage of my readership (Thank you for reading BTW) that means here's something that is seemingly out of place. While I could say that this is to some degree a clothing blog, I'd like to frame it more as an issue blog. Closet can mean lots of things anyway.

One issue that I've come out on (so to say) is online dating. The internet industry has grown to the point where, for the most part, people know that there is a real person on the other end of the LAN cable that you happen to be typing your information into, you can read the tweets of Justin Bieber, or Lady Gaga, you can even solicit perfect strangers for advice on how to litter train kittens.

So what is the issue with meeting someone online?

Product Review: American Apparel Fine Jersey Short Sleeve Leisure Shirt

Product Overview/Story:

I figured it wouldn't hurt to have some collared polos and these were $2 at the time!! That's enough to peak my curiosity.

So how did sizing work out?

Product Review: American Apparel California Fleece Tulip Skirt

Product Overview/Story:

I love tulip skirts, they're my favorite style so when I saw these I already had a bias towards them. I like that they're casual and light enough to wear in hot weather and I can wear these out in the same manner I would just throw on a pair of jeans. 

Reviewing Reviews: Dear American Apparel...

Dear American Apparel,

I love your site, merchandise, and the fact your clothes are sweatshop free and you pay a fair wage to your workers. I would just like let you know that the majority of the reviews on your website are veritably garbage. Except for the review listed below. Given that user generated feedback is a good reference for any holes in your item description, I think the focus on good quality reviews would be in your best interest. Please don't end up like Amazon.

by kay April 28, 2009  Share

i am 5'4 & my measurements are 37-27-37. i got this in evergreen, size M. reaaaal cute. i was worried it might be too small for my taste--i dont usually like tight-fitting clothes for day wear. however, its a pretty good fit--a little bit tighter than how it looks on the slate model, but certainly not indecent or anything. the length is good too; i can wear it around my waist and it is plenty long. the color is great, too! Fits? -- Recommend to a friend? -- 2 out of 2 people found this review helpful. Was this review helpful to you? Yes | No Reply to this Review

Sincerely, 

Concerned Consumer