The fashion buzz this season is color, color and more color. We normal, everyday people are tired of the economy and sick of the drama. We want some excitement in our lives.

The fashion houses of the world are once again here to help. Toss the khaki, kill the black, and wash the whites.  Colorful fashion is rising again. Think seventies prints, bohemian, plaids, colored coats and jewelry for days.

I even heard that Karl Lagerfeld (the designer for Chanel) got a colorful fan. At least if he overheats, he’ll cool down in style.

If you live in the Midwest like we do, then you know that there is no such thing as winter hibernation. In fact, snow usually means fun times. Don’t get me wrong. Some days are great for vegging out in your jammies (especially if you have a cold sore). But if you have kids, you probably don’t have the luxury of hiding away for two weeks during an outbreak. They want to be entertained and get out and play. This calls for a winter activities director. We’re talking to
YOU. Cold sore or no cold sore, some fun winter break activities for you and your family may be just what you need.

So…you have a cold sore outbreak and feel like you just aren’t looking your best. What now? Sit at home wishing for the magical cold sore cure? Call in sick every day for the next two weeks? I say Change the Subject! Awaken your other senses. Distract yourself from looking and focusing on your fever blister.  Here’s a distraction for you. Hunt for a new enticing fragrance.

I have worked in the fashion and make-up industry for years. I’ve worked on a lot of faces – some with cold sores. Unfortunately, by the time those faces get to me – the show must go on! As much as we’d like to cancel our big event until we are unblemished – it is not an option.

I remember working at a high fashion event show and one of the models that I had to style had unexpectedly gotten a cold sore overnight. She was frantic about it. Could I cover the cold sore? Would she get fired from the show? Did I have any tricks up my designer sleeves? I reassured her that this was a “beauty” bump in the road and we would get through it together.

Stop the presses ladies! I’ve been doing some reading for you. I have saved you some precious time and energy – I missed a facial to do so. The things I do for you cold sore divas.

I found an article on the Washington Post website talking about the latest research being done on cold sores. I’m bringing it to your attention because I  think this is something we definitely want to continue to follow.

Check out this article titled “New Hope Against the Cold Sore Virus” written by E.J. Mundell a reporter for the HealthDay News posted on washingtonpost.com.