14 April 2009 – The Best of Bones, originally uploaded by academichic.
Sources:
Magenta cardi – Express, remixed
Blue tunic – TJ Maxx, remixed
Gray trousers – Ann Taylor Loft Maternity, via eBay, remixed
Metallic peep-toes – Target.com, remixed
End Notes:
Seriously, I could not have been more thrilled that so many of our readers listed off their collarbone as one of the body parts that they love most about themselves. I, like A., am particularly proud of these sweeping bones. In fact, in the early days of my relationship with my now-husband I bluntly pointed out that he should recognize the charm of my clavicle. (Yes, I called it a clavicle and yes, he did appreciate it.)
Digression: My mother was an occupational therapist and when I studied biology I had a lot of random bone and muscle names pounded into my head. Clavicle, latissimus dorsi, trapezius, and xiphoid process remain some of my favorites. Does anyone else have a favorite oddly named bone or muscle?
Anyway, I’ve learned that, between my collarboneyness and small chest, I can wear a variety of open necklines — like a surplice top or a wide v-neck — without being too va-va-va voom for school. Today I’m taking full advantage of this favorite part and wearing a wide square neck tunic. I’ve sometimes seen square necklines suggested for women with larger chests or hourglass figures. I have neither, of course. I wear it pretty much exclusively because showing a little collarbone makes me feel confident and a smidge sexy.
Collarboney, originally uploaded by academichic.
Three cheers for clavicles!
I didn’t even think about collarbones during the post the other day, but it is one of my favorite parts. I try to stay away from crew necks and lean more towards v-necks and scoop necks so I can show it off.
um, can i just say how much i applaud your use of the word “clavicle?” that is deserving of a HUZZAH.
I just love the ziphoid process
I like the gluteous maximus!
I have a weird obsession with bones in general. You know the show “Bones”? I wish that was me.
Anyways, I think collarbones are sensual. I also like your mix of colors in this outfit.
[...] – gift Endnotes: I am jumping on the clavicle band wagon and saying that I also love my collarbone. I think the area around a woman’s neck and [...]
Well, you asked… When I took zoology we had to dissect a cat and identify all the muscles, nerves, etc. The one that really stuck in my head was the rectus abdominus, or as our lab assistant called it, the “butt-lickin’ muscle,” because that’s exactly what it allows cats to do.