If I could be any designer, I would be Tory Burch. Tory is a clothing designer that was born in Pennsylvania in 1966. She got her education at the University of Pennsylvania. Tory resides in New York City where she is Fashion Design Chairman, CEO and Designer at Tory Burch. Tory has been divorced twice and is currently not married. In 2005, she was awarded the Rising Star, Fashion Group International Award. In 2007, she was awarded the Accessory Brand Launch Award and the Accessories Council Excellence Award. In 2008, she was awarded the Accessories Designer of the Year Award and the Council of Fashion Designers of America Award. Tory Burch has a very unique sense of style. Tory designs a variety of things from clothing to house décor. Although
Bill Buford, New York Times writer, and avid home cook, unsuspectedly steps into the chaos of Babbo, an Italian restaurant owned by the boisterous, Mario Batali. His quiet and orderly life is shattered by the disorder and ruthlessness of a Michelin star kitchen. While Bill’s superego controls many aspects of his life, he is mostly driven by his id in the kitchen. When first beginning his tenure in the kitchen, Bill carried with him his superego drive, often incorporating his New York upper-middle class societal ideals into his manners and actions. These ideals which include politeness, orderliness, and a strive for perfection are often overshadowed and defeated by the chaotic environment of the kitchen and the self-centered nature of the
Alice Cogswell was an incredible little girl from the 1800s who helped to change the course of history for deaf people everywhere. Alice was one of the first and most prominent figures in the creation of ASL as well as an education system for American deaf people. She became this brave pioneer at only 9 years old.
Brandon Vaughn Burlsworth was famous for being the number 1 greatest walk-on college football player ever for the Arkansas Razorbacks. He was also well known for his thick black glasses and comparison to comedian Drew Carey.
Gabrielle Chanel remains one of the most well-known fashion designers of all time. She was born on August 19, 1883 in France and died in 1971. Chanel revolutionized the fashion industry with her distinctive style. After the death of her mother, she spent much of her childhood in an orphanage. The challenges of her early life helped build her strong character which influenced her path in life. Chanel was nicknamed “Coco” after a lost dog in a popular song she loved to sing. Her early career was funded by a succession of her rich lovers. This allowed her to open her first shop in Paris in 1910. She sold hats as well as some garments. Coco developed a significant following of clientele who enjoyed her practical sportswear creating great success.
Known for her role in award winning sitcom Full House, Lori Loughlin has been loved for being one of America’s favorite “aunts”. Loughlin is a 59 year old American actress who has been acting since the young age of 15. She began her career at age 11 through modeling for an agency in Manhattan. Only a couple years later she started her first role in the ABC soap opera The Edge of Night. Loughlin has acted in many hit shows such as Full House, Summerland and When Calls the Heart.
Dolph Briscoe, Jr., was born on April 23, 1923 in Uvalde, Texas, he was the only child of Dolph and Georgie Briscoe. The Briscoe’s family has a strong background in Texas history and politics; their ancestor Andrew Briscoe signed the Texas Declaration of Independence, and led a company of volunteers in the battle of San Jacinto, and was appointed the first judge of Harris County by Sam Houston. Dolph Briscoe, Jr. graduated and met his wife, Betty Jane Slaughter, from the University of Texas at Austin in 1942. After graduating Briscoe served in the U.S. Army during World War II. Briscoe, Jr. was attracted to politics at an early age due to his father friendship with Gov. Ross Sterling. Briscoe, Jr., at the age on nine was invited to stay at Governor’s Mansion in Austin Texas, and to sleep in Sam Houston’s bed. Once Briscoe slept in his Houston’s bed he knew one day he would go back to
Licking the toad? A phrase most have heard before but did you know that licking the toad referenced the hallucinogenic effect certain toads had once a person literately licked it. The cause of the hallucinogenic symptoms is bufotenine. This paper will define what bufotenine is, the history behind bufotenine, signs and symptoms of bufotenine use, and bufotenine addiction treatment.
Hubert de Givenchy was born on February 20, 1927 in Beauvais, France. When he was young his father died, leaving him to be raised by his mother and grandfather. His wealthy family never approved of Givenchy’s love for fashion and instead wanted him to attend college and pursue a career in law. Eventually he attended college achieving his career in law but realized his love for fabrics and fashion was stronger (In influential fashion, 2002).
Many poets look to older poets for guidance, and inspiration. Anne Bradstreet is known as one of the greatest poets of all time. She took the time to write her own pieces about her life and her feelings. Her dedication to what she loved kept her motivated throughout the hard times.
Anne Bradstreet was born in 1612, in Northhamptionshire, England. Anne had a very promising pair of parents whom raised her to the fullest of their abilities. In the era that Bradstreet was born females did not go to school. Women were to stay at the home and be care takers to their household; they had to cook, clean, and make clothes for their husband and children to wear. Although Anne had to learn all of the household demands from her mother, her father gave her an astounding education. Her father was not only called by his every day identity, but also labeled the devourer of books, due to his notorious reading habits and his intellectual proficiency.
American novelist Willa Cather believed “ there are only two or three human stories and they go on repeating themselves as fiercely as if they had never happened before; Like the larks in this country, that have been singing the same five notes over for thousands of years.” However, I believe her statement is only partially true. Objective experiences are repetitive, observable, and concrete. They oscillate through time. However, our subjective experience as individuals is unique. Philosophers Kierkegaard, Descartes, and Socrates all acknowledged that each person’s self is different, and therefore not repeating.
The one and only wise girl ,Annabeth Chase, is up and ready to go on a quest .A character I am very similar to is Annabeth Chace from one of my favorite books. First, Annabeth Chase and I have several similarities that we share . Second, we have several traits that are very much so similar. Last, we also look like each other like a daughter looks as their mother does. As can be seen, I have several similarities to my favorite book character Annabeth Chase.
Elizabeth Glaser took a stand for the research and prevention of AIDS by founding the Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric Aids Foundation, fundraising money for research grants and spreading the awareness of AIDs. Elizabeth Glaser was a mother of two, she studied at the University of Wisconsin and Boston University and she worked as a teacher and director at the Los Angeles Children's Museum. She was married to Paul Michael Glaser an actor and director. She Founded the Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric Aids Foundation when she lost her daughter to AIDS. These actions resulted in the research of AIDS and how to prevent it.
Willa Cather is perceived as one of the most outstanding American authors of the twentieth century. Although she became very successful, her writing years did not start with ease as she had trouble supporting herself through her writings. Cather drew from experience to make herself a better writer. This essay covers a portion of her life as a writer and what led her to becoming a well-known author.
Ralph Lauren is American's leading designer in the classic tradition, who has stayed true to his own point of view, despite the seasonal vagaries of fashion. Mr. Lauren has always believed that fashion is function of lifestyle. He believes that clothed should be natural, comfortable and elegant, for the way people live today. His clothes have timeless grace and become more personal and special age.