Manolo says, and now to make up for the Manolo’s absence, he gives you the incomparable Wilbur Sargunaraj, destined to be perhaps the greatest superstar ever produced by the internets.

Manolo says, clearly the studies showing that botox reduces bad feelings are incorrect.

Manolo says, over at the Ayyyy! blog our friend Raincoaster has put together what the Manolo considers to be the greatest gallery of famous people wearing fishing hats ever!. If you have ever wondered what would Ava Gardner would wear with her hip waders, or what the late Queen Mum wore on vacation, this is the post for you.

Manolo says, Donatella in her own words.

“I don’t even know what my natural color is. Natural? What is natural? What is that? I do not believe in totally natural for women. For me, natural has something to do with vegetables.”

Hmm, speaking of words, what is that partial word in the background?

…nibal… annibal.. nibali… anib..

Cannibalism!

Ayyyy!

The question remains: why must chefs insist on overpowering the palate with contrasting and, too often, conflicting flavors? Why can’t they let ingredients speak for themselves?

…and includes provocative photographs of Padma Lakshmi!

Manolo shouts,

Happy Shoe Year, 2010!!

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May you have the bestest year ever.

Manolo says,

Merry Christmas!

The Manolo is hoping that your stocking was filled with exactly what your heart desired: beautiful shoes! And that you will be able to now model them for your closest friends and family.

Ayyyyy! Did the Manolo say “better”? Clearly he meant, “worser”.