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You’ve seen tattoos on celebrities, but is a tattoo right for you? Listen in as Tori Blackhart, host of TwentySomethingStyle, right here on www.twentysomethingyak.com, takes you into the world of tattoos- the why, the where, the how and the ‘what now’. There is a lot to consider. Discover how to decide if you should get inked and if you choose to get one, how to select the right artist and salon.
And then check out our online community, www.twentysomethingyak.groupsite.com to put in your two cents about tattoos on women over 50. You can also ask questions of Tori or make other comments. This community is for you. Just click on the YakBak button.
Thanks to our sponsor for this episode of Twenty Something Style, “Yakkers’ Corner”, a podcast found on our sister channel, UnitedNationsYak.com. “Yakkers’ Corner” is for those who want to know what is being done to alleviate some of the major issues of the world such as hunger and education. Tune in to hear Muriel Glasgow and her guests.

Take a peek into your mirror. What do you see? What do you focus on- your good features or your flaws? How you respond to what you see makes a big difference in how comfortable you are in your own skin. Listen as host Tori Blackhart gives some insights about what you can do to change your perspective and what a couple of big name companies are doing to change the perspective of what is considered beautiful worldwide. So settle back, listen in and bring your mirror along for the ride. It’s going to be a good one!

Hey, feel free to share this podcast with others, maybe especially a young teen girl. It makes a good conversation starter. And let us know if you have ever experienced a time when you felt that the mirror was either your enemy or your friend. Sometimes sharing those thoughts can help others. Go to Join the Discussion and Yak Bak, TwentySomethingYak.groupsite.com .

Thanks to our sponsor that makes it possible for you to listen free to this podcast, the Yakkers Corner podcast with host Muriel Glasgow, found on UnitedNationsYak.com. Dynamite lady- explosive topics that impact the world.1

We live in a high def world where you could view every pore on someone’s face in a magazine photo or TV or movie shot. Because of that it is also very expected anymore to airbrush photos and to make sure that the makeup erases any tiny wrinkle or spot. That type of illusionary perfection makes it pretty difficult for all of us average, non-model, non-movie star people. Listen in as host Tori Blackhart and guest Amie Chilson talk about what really matters and what you can do now to help prevent some of those wrinkles that will creep up on all of us.

Go to TwentySomethingYak.Groupsite.com to YakBak and voice your opinion on using Botox at the age of 16 and let us know what you are doing now to take care of your skin.

Thanks to our sponsors who make it possible for you to listen to this podcast for free: Yakkers Corner, found on UnitedNationsYak.com, where host Muriel Glasgow interviews people from around the world who are working to implement the United Nations Millennial Goals; and,Groupsite.com, responsible for the safe, online community that gives you the opportunity to YakBak!

If you have a piece of clothing that is seeing more of your closet than the light of day because it just doesn’t fit right, there is hope and you have come to the right place! Host Tori Blackhart explains how the act of altering your clothes can make a huge difference in not only their fit but in your level of confidence. Listen in to find out how to find someone to do alterations, what types of alterations are possible and an idea as to the cost of alterations.

Check out YakBak and tell us your story about clothes that fit and those that don’t  you can also ask questions or share tips with other listeners about fashion and styles.

Thanks to our sponsor for this episode of Twenty-Something Style, “Putting the Extraordinary in the Ordinary…with Joy” a podcast found on our sister channel, LifeStyleYak. Our sponsors make it possible for you to listen to these podcasts for free.

And remember, clothes that fit are always in style!

It doesn’t seem possible that not only a new year but a new decade is upon us but, there it is.  In this episode of TwentySomethingStyle, as we remember the past year and look forward to the new, the Yaktivate.com staff takes a few minutes to share some of their New Year’s Eve stories.  Keep an ear open to learn what outfits were worn to accompany each activity. Quite an assortment.  Let us know what you wore this New Year’s Eve by going to TwentySomethingYak.groupsite.com and Join the Discussion.

Thanks to our sponsors who make this free podcast possible:

Yakkers Corner on UnitedNationsYak.com

Groupsite.com

Yaktivate.com

And be sure to join us in 2010 as we explore style and fashion topics such as Post-holiday shopping tips, the world of perfume, and the advantages and disadvantages of Tats.

What is more fun than attending a holiday party, especially if you are wearing a dress that fits the occasion and makes you shine as brightly as the tinsel on the tree.  Join Tori Blackhart as she takes you through the holiday party-wear maze .  Office party to casual home party to all-out formal, Tori has fashion hints and style tips just for you  and some additional suggestions on how to look glamorous without breaking the bank.
You’ll want to check out YakBak where you can post questions, comments and even leave suggestions for other listeners.  Plus, we’d love to hear what your New Year’s Eve plans are and what you are planning on wearing.
Thanks to our sponsors who make this free podcast possible:
Yaktivate.com- a variety of channels and podcasts to please everyone
Groupsite.com- the host of YakBak, our online social community
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And these are the crowns we wear.”  Filecia McMillan

If you happen to be Dr. Seuss’ tall feline you can pull off wearing a towering, red and white striped hat. If you’re not the famous Cat in the Hat, never fear. There are lots of wonderful hat styles available that will accent your best facial features and make you memorable. In this TwentySomethingStyle podcast, host Tori Blackhart takes you on a short jaunt through hat history and ends up in the latest salons and runways to give you the info you need to find the hat that makes you feel like royalty.

Tori invites all to Join the Discussion- to YakBak- and ask questions, make suggestions, and tell us about your favorite hat. Your wedding hat, a picture hat that made you feel like you should be ‘in pictures’, or a ball cap that has sentimental value- tell us all about it.

We would like to thank our podcast sponsors who make this free podcast possible:

Yakkers Corner, a podcast that explores the Millennial Goals (such as the eradication of poverty and hunger) our sister channel, UnitedNationsYak.com.

Groupsite.com, those fine folks who provide the place where you can YakBak!

And last, but not least, Yaktivate.com where you, too, can become a podcast star.

Cathy Bucklin of Elmo’s Hair Salon, is back with host Tori Blackhart in this edition of TwentySomethingStyle but this time she is talking about men’s hairstyles. So, girls, if you can’t get your man to listen to this podcast, get out your pencil and take good notes. Cathy divulges what’s current and says it’s different depending on your age. The shape of the face makes a difference too and who knew that men have one more face shape than women? Cathy also dishes on to beard or not to beard and what products are best for a guy.
Add your 2 cents by going to TwentySomethingYak.groupsite.com or click on the Join the Discussion button. What you say might just be what someone else wants to hear.

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Long, short, curly, straight- what’s the best ‘do’ for you? Guest Cathy Bucklin, owner and founder of Elmo’s Family Hair Salon in Melbourne, FL joins host Tori Blackhart in this episode of TwentySomethingStyle as they talk about all things hair. Cathy divulges the two most important things to consider in choosing a hair style, the two things that have the most impact on healthy hair, the two traits to look for in a hairdresser, and the two things to check on in your shampoo. Cathy, who was voted the 2007 Woman of the Year by the American Business Women’s Association, also shares why she believes in giving back to the community. Listening to Cathy and Tori chat is listening to two women who are passionate about what they do.

Hey, don’t forget to go to the Join the Discussion button so that you can post your questions for Cathy and Tori. Do you have a favorite hairdresser? What makes him/her so special? Let us know how your hairdresser stacks up to what Cathy says are the things to look for.

Our thanks to our sponsor for this episode of TwentySomethingStyle, our sister show on fashion, Fashion Bytes. Fashion Bytes, for the savvy woman on the go, is found on WomensStyleNetwork.com. The support of our sponsors makes this free podcast possible.