Coming Second's definitions

Widow's Peak

A hairstyle in which medium length hair is swept backwards from the forehead, leaving a distinctive "v" shape at the front. Although traditionally a male hairstyle, it is more commonly seen upon girls today. Strongly associated with the classical depiction of Dracula and vampires.

Bela Lugosi had a widow's peak, and so does your girlfriend. Coincidence?

by Coming Second March 15, 2009

Woman of a Certain Age

Ironically polite term for a woman who does not want her actual age known, e.g. one who is close to or just over the menopause.

Things which define women of a certain age are: exceptionally gaudy clothing, homeopathy and aromatherapy, sensible haircuts, books on feminism, affairs with paper boys, and coffee mornings.

Your mum is a woman of a certain age. Yes she is.

by Coming Second April 28, 2009