I grew up in New Mexico and attended UNM as an undergrad, so I’ve had a long-standing awareness of the artist Luis Jimenez. In college, I would pass by Jimenez’s “Fiesta Dancers” sculpture daily and the piece always looked like a man and a drag queen dancing to me. I…

Every day Westword receptionist Steve Burge gives you the fashionable view from the front desk. Here’s an early Valentine to the ladies (and one out of every ten gentlemen) out there. When Taylor, our Classified Cupid, aims his arrow (and those baby blues) at you, you’re a goner… but what…

Every day Westword receptionist Steve Burge gives you the fashionable view from the front desk. This Retail Romeo shows off the two accessories no man should be without: a classic, striped necktie and a cocky, little smirk. Lorenz keeps it simple in a baby blue silk shirt and matching tie…

Every day Westword receptionist Steve Burge gives you the fashionable view from the front desk. Notice the lonely chair, the forsaken computer, the inactive telephone. These are all accessories to the latest trend seen sweeping the Westword halls… a look we’re calling “Cubicle Contagion.” Everyone is showing it off. No…

Every day Westword receptionist Steve Burge gives you the fashionable view from the front desk. Corporate Cutie, Christine, proves that a classic never goes out of style in this vintage blouse by Jones New York, circa 1976. “My sister got this for me when she used to work for Jones…

Every day Westword receptionist Steve Burge gives you the fashionable view from the front desk. Sometimes I think that Animal Rights should be extended only to the cute animals. I mean, it’s a lot easier to feel empathetic toward a cute little roly-poly polar bear cub than it is toward……

Every day Westword receptionist Steve Burge gives you the fashionable view from the front desk. White may be the color of purity and innocence but methinks that smoldering glare hides much darker thoughts. Burlesque temptress, Orchid Mei, is stunning in this floor length evening gown and fur wrap as she…

Every day Westword receptionist Steve Burge gives you the fashionable view from the front desk. A wise man once sang, “Save a horse! Ride a cowboy!” Profound lyrics most certainly inspired by a shirt such as this. Editorial stud muffin, Jonathan, puts the “CO” in “Cowtown” and shows off some…

Every day Westword receptionist Steve Burge gives you the fashionable view from the front desk. Retail Sales Rep. and resident bombshell, Deanna, takes a minute to put her feet up. Can you blame her, though? Those stiletto boots must be hurting her pretty badly… cuz they’re killing me! If things…

Every day Westword receptionist Steve Burge gives you the fashionable view from the front desk. Mandy shows off her confidence and a whole lot more in this little shortie of skirt. Who needs a stuffy business suit when the Lord above has blessed you with stems like these? I think…

Every day Westword receptionist Steve Burge gives you the fashionable view from the front desk. Our spicy little spitfire rocks the dots, proving that a classic fashion trend never goes out of style. Worn here with a black business suit, RayAnn’s plunging neckline and flirty polka dotted blouse add a…

Green looks like it will continue to be fashion’s new black in 2008. And as environmental concerns escalate, it sure feels good to be able to indulge in a cute new dress or a pair of shoes without any fear of hurting Mother Earth. There are a few easy ways…

Just when it seemed like Project Runway could not possibly stage a more boring challenge, they go for something that positively screams “average.” Yes, yes, I do think that it was a great idea to make the designers create a new look for their plain-Jane models who had recently lost…

Last Wednesday’s episode of Project Runway forced the designers to take on what might be the biggest single challenge on the show to date — menswear. When the 13 remaining designers had to swap their lithe, pretty female models who are always ready to wear every flowing, gauzy gown and…