Topic: tennis

Attending The U.S. Open Last Night Reminded Me Why Crowd Clapping In Unison Is Awful

Come on, everyone! Let’s all clap together in unison! Yeah. More »

Chasing Thirty: Get In The Best Shape Ever

Andrea is on a quest to check off a bucket list of items in her 29th year. You can read more about her adventures at her blog, Thirty-Things. Local fitness guru Clay Runnels, who trained me as a teenage tennis … More »

Poll: Was Venus Williams’ Wimbeldon Playsuit Really That Bad?

No Venus! blasts The Daily Mail, calling Venus Williams’ Wimbeldon look “ghastly” and a “fashion disaster” all in one exceptionally wordy headline. Not that the Mail‘s writers are ever arbiters of reasonableness (or good taste), but apparently Venus is taking a lot of criticism for her outfit on the court. Now, it may not move terrifically (see left) and it’s not the most flattering romper I’ve ever seen but frankly: the woman is a professional athlete. If she can play tennis in it, doesn’t the outfit satisfy its purpose? More »

Shopping Guide: Outfits To Make People Think You Exercise

You know the best thing about doing pilates? Saying you do pilates. I think I enjoy saying “oh, I just came from pilates” about ten times more than I’ve ever enjoyed the actual class. You know what? We could just cut out the middle man. Wear these outfits to trick people into thinking you’re a more health conscious person than you actually are More »

How To Be A Good Friend

Jessica and I have been going back and forth on what to do and not do after a friend’s break-up. We discuss! And we figured out how to be a good friend, so if you were wondering about that, we’ve got you covered.
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Link Love: The Day Betsey Could Lose Her Shirt

Want to go to Fashion Week and have money to burn? For just a grand you can purchase the Catwalk Package at the W hotel in Manhattan. It includes two tickets to any show, a suite at the W (either the Union Square or Financial District location), and two cocktails. – Forbes

Betsey Johnson owes Steve Madden money, and if she’s not able to pay up in time he might end up owning her company. Is this starting to sound like a Sopranos episode to anyone else? – The Cut

Tim Gunn has been everywhere in the press as of late. Is it part of some master plan to take over the world, or is he doing damage control because he might be losing his job at Liz Claiborne? – Fashionista

Finally, confirmation on what we’ve believed all along: it really is better to wash your jeans as rarely as possible, says Levi Strauss Director of Special Projects. – Wall Street Journal

Victoria Beckham got on Twitter just in time to attend London Fashion Week and celebrate her nomination for Designer Brand of the Year. – JustJared

Serena Williams’ tennis outfits aren’t just stylish – they might be moneymakers. One theory argues that female players wearing short skirts is a major incentive to buy US Open tickets. No word on whether Rafael Nadal merely existing works for selling tickets to women. – BusinessWeek More »

Welcome Sneaks ‘N Gear

Boys like shoes too! For all the men who love sneakers, the b5media Sports Channel is proud to announce the launch of Sneaks ‘N Gear. This blog will bring you the latest in sneakers, jerseys, hats, and other sports and … More »