Unflattering pictures of Jennifer Love Hewitt in a bikini hit the internet last week and started a veritable shitstorm of blog comments and debates about body image. To that I say - everyone shut the fuck up. Just shut up. Homegirl let herself go a little bit. JLove has natural curves and no talent and I am okay with both of those things. However, she needs to not be allowed to blog on her MySpace ever again because no one cares what she thinks. She raves about how a size 2 isn’t fat; it’s not, but there’s no way in hell she’s a size 2. And my major problem with JLove is that she could have prevented this all from happening.
This is clearly her fault. No, I’m not talking about hitting the gym (although it couldn’t hurt, she’s looking a lil fleshy). She has been on enough moderately (inexplicably?) successful TV shows to know that when you wear an ill-fitting, fugly-ass bikini on a beach laden with photographers, you are going to be criticized. First, the top - JLove, you have huge tits and a bandeau is just not going to do it. Get something with a wire or a halter cut to support those puppies. I can only imagine the bruising on your knees from the constant beating from your breasts. Second, the bottoms - why would a girl with wider hips ever pick hipster bottoms with low-cut legs? She looks stubby and broad and neither is a good look. High-cut bottoms elongate the leg and thinner side straps don’t draw as much attention to your child-bearing pelvis. There is just more fug here than I can deal with.
I understand too that negative body image is a problem, especially among young girls. And I agree that we place almost unreachable standards of beauty on celebrities. However, here’s my deal - for as many girls have negative body image, there are like 90 obese people reaching for cheesesteak #2 (yes, these are clearly real facts, I live in Philly, one of the fattest cities in America and I am pretty much an expert). Also, if you’re a celebrity and can afford a personal trainer, whatever healthy food you wanted, and someone to tell you what to wear, why not have a bangin’ body? I think it’s interesting too that we criticize Hollywood and the fashion industry for promoting skinny people, but you never see Runner’s World get criticized for having emaciated-looking marathoners on the cover (check out Jan 2008 issue, the chick on the front has bangin’ legs but is skinny and airbrushed as fuck and it’s kinda gross).
Whatever. Buy a better bikini and fire your stylist. And stop your blogging and being famous then no one will give a shit what you look like (and the world will be rid one more talentless chick with huge tits). There, problem solved.
If you wanna look at the offending pics, start with this artice at People.com and work your way from there. I’m too lazy to post links. I just like to rant before I go to the bar.
Today is Blog Action Day! A day where fourteen thousand blogs will discuss one issue by trying to make an impact on 15 million readers. The topic? Environmentalism.
I feel that a lot of people don’t know what “going green” means. According to Wikipedia it means
…a concern for the preservation, restoration, or improvement of the natural enviroment, such as the conservation of natural resources, prevention of pollution, and certain land use actions.
The concern I feel most people have is where to begin. There are plenty of simple tips to get yourself started. Every little bit counts whether its taking less time in the shower or changing your light bulbs. A few examples can be found right here on Randomn3ss, “Going More Green“, by Lauren. Or rent the infamous movie by Al Gore, An Inconvenient Truth.
However, I digress. My topic is about sex. Now I can imagine the puzzled looks on everyone’s faces. Yes, I wondered myself how anyone can green up their sex life. Well, it can be done. Let’s explore it further.
I got these tips from Treehugger, a website that has a plethora of environmental topics.
Sex Toys - Most sex toys contain chemicals called phthalates, a threatening chemical that’s been banned in children’s toys since 2004. It is especially said to be dangerous in sex toys because of the warm and moist places they are deposited in. So, instead of purchasing a unsafe toy it’s suggested to buy a more natural companion. Trying out a toy made of glass, metal, silicone, hard plastics, or elastomers is a safe bet. Instead of wasting batteries look for a rechargeable toy. Fun Factory is a neat place where you’ll find Lily, Lelo & Acuvibe.
Lubricant - Looking at the labels helps choosing a more natural lubricant. Avoid using any petroleum (save the fossil fuels), artificial scents, flavors and colors. A good choice is Babeland’s water based lubricant.
Condoms - The phrase, “reduce, reuse and recycle” is an angelic symphony to any environmentalists ears. However, this does not apply to condoms. We all know that a baby free environment means using a safe and reliable form of protection. Nothing beats the good ol’ latex condom. However, they are still determining whether or not a latex condom is biodegradable. For a biodegradable option lambskin is an option to protect against conception not STDs. For vegetarians (like me) and vegans a good source is Glyde condoms. Any condom that is polyurethane is not biodegradable so try and stay away from them. Another excellent tip is not to dispose condoms down the toilet, it will clog the pipes, treatment plants and rivers.
Green Date - Homosexual, bisexual, heterosexual and asexual are terms we’ve heard of to describe one’s orientation or style. What about ecosexual? They exist and in large numbers. If you’re looking for a companion that doesn’t chomp on animals, recycles and uses organic toothpaste you can find a match on Green Singles, Green Passions and Human 2 Human.
Dress Eco Sexy - Looking and feeling sexy can make for some naughty antics. Why not save the environment while you’re at it? There are products for men and women. Peau Ethique has some cute and comfortable undergarments along with Bueno Style, Butta and Green Knickers. My ultimate favorite is Enamore which has gorgeous, sexy clothes and lingerie.
This is one of those unique concepts that, well let’s be honest, makes you scratch your head. The concept is a highline dog accessory company uniquely called Chi WOW WOW that is known for making mink lined coats for your four legged friend offering up t-shirts and sweatshirts with officially licensed comic book characters from Marvel comics.
My dog wears sweatshirts in the wintertime, she weighs 8 pounds and I live in the northeast part of the country. That said, she has a nice black sweater with white skulls on it, looks good with the spike collar I might add. I’m not sure I would feel comfortable walking her in public with a Spiderman sweater though. This high-end dog fashion will probably catch on most for those dog owners with small children and perhaps with adults who are reliving their own childhood. Unique concept, classic images, not my cup of tea but I’m sure it is someone’s.
My dog Bella only wears sweaters when it is cold out, she has a reason to, she weighs 8 pounds! I don’t make it a habit of dressing her up for the sake of dressing her up. Many girl friends of mine want to paint her toe nails and put her in stupid little outfits for their own enjoyment, fuck that! Other people’s pets are fair game though and I will laugh at how stupid and silly they look all day long. Check out this great collection of 14 amazing & ridiculous dog costumes. Some of them just aren’t that funny while others are clear winners.
One of my favorite TV series right now is Entourage, which is loosely based on the life of Mark Walberg. In episode 33, Turtle makes a huge deal about a limited edition pair of Nike sneakers. He ends up not getting them, but Vinnie Chase pulls some strings and gets him a one of pair of custom Fukijama sneakers. Someone has these original, one-offs and is selling them.
See the auction here. Current price is $11,100 and has 9 hours left.
This brings back some serious memories, and some great ad campaigns from Nike. I can’t say that they all of them made me rush out and buy sneakers, but they were defiantly worth watching.
All I want to do is go to ONE “punk rock” concert without having to deal with all you stupid posers! In the 80’s, it was “glue heads” and kids in the U.S. wearing Union Jack and screaming about “anarchy in the U.K.” Nowadays, it’s lame chains, horrible dye jobs, and one of 3 or 4 skate company t-shirts.
Do yourself a favor, turn off your Blink-182, Green Day, and Good Charlotte for a few minutes and find a copy of the first Clash album, or maybe The Stooges, “Fun House” record…now THAT’S punk!(for extra credit, check out The Fall’s, “Perverted By Language”)
Today’s “punk rock” is simply a watered down version of what the music was meant to be. You little bastards show up in droves just so you can say you were at the show; as if your attendance alone makes you “real.”
“Punk” is a way of life, not a fashion style. It is a state of mind, not some list of things to be checked off or bought to show your level of legitimacy.
So please, stay home with mommy and daddy…watch your bullshit TV…show off to your friends by getting some lame piercing…just don’t come to punk shows…
So, here’s a few helpful tips to find out if your favorite “punk band” are posers…or if you are:
If your favorite “punk band” has EVER been on TRL, they’re posers.
If your favorite “punk band” has even been called “emo,” not only are they posers, but they completely suck.
If you don’t own at least 1 Ramones, Clash, Stooges, Fugazi/Minor Threat, Misfits, Black Flag, Velvet Underground album, you’re a poster.
If you think the Sex Pistols are the epitome of “punk,” you’re a poser.
If you go to “punk” shows and don’t get in the pit(and are under the age of 35), you’re a poser.
Yes, I listen to jazz, to “jam bands,” to classical…yeah, I’m pushing 30…but I’ll still drop your ass in the pit!
February 25th, 2007 under Rant, Fashion. [ Comments: 1 ]
This article written by: Mike Panic
Last night I went to a local bar, one that I had not been to and one I probably wouldn’t go to as it was on the other side of town had a friend not invited me to celebrate her birthday. When I got to the bar, there was a sign posted out front, Dress Code, among the list of unacceptable items were
Jerseys
Overly baggy clothing
Shirts not tucked in
Jackets (must be checked in at coat-check)
Hiking boots
Hats
I’m in my late 20’s, went in wearing a pair of dark denim jeans (nearly black), black hooded zip up sweatshirt, fresh haircut and a pair of fresh black sneakers.
There were more items listed, however I didn’t read the entire list. I get up to the goofballs who are checking ID’s and get my wallet out, as I’m doing so, one of them stops me.
The popular TV show on Bravo, Project Runway, has given Mychael Knight an opportunity to make a name for him in the fashion world. A winner on Season Three Mychael has had the opportunity to create a perfume called, Majk and a line of apparel named, Kitty & Dick.
However, he is getting attention from the media due to a line of shirts created for Starbucks customers. Knight was recently sent to Seattle (home of the first Starbucks) to promote a limited edition customizable t-shirt. The line started on February 15 and will run through February 28. Mychael’s “My Starbucks” shirts are free of charge on mystarbuckshirt.com.
After writing the Sneaker Pimp article, I received an email from a twenty something male named AC. Almost a year ago he set out to propose a new sneaker manufactured by Nike. In order to obtain this he set out a goal of 100,000 signatures for his petition he created. So far, the petition has reached over 25,000 names. Signatures for this request have been received via internet or word of mouth.
He created this venture by himself in the frozen but friendly land of Canada, says AC. He is a former writer of Sneaker Freaker magazine in Australia and a contributor to “Adidas Superstar 35″. He has visited the Adidas headquarters in Germany. He declares love for Nike, Puma, Adidas, classic Reebok, Vans, Converse and New Balance Japanese editions.
The shoe that he is so hopeful for are the The McFlys, a sneaker worn by Michael J. Fox’s character, Marty McFly, in Back to the Future II. This shoe was created by Nike and has never been worn outside of the movie set. Due to its exclusivity this makes The McFlys the holy grail of movie sneakers, according to AC. One can obtain the shoes Eddie Murphy wore in Beverly Hills Cop. The Nike Cortez is available from the movie Forrest Gump. The Kill Bill Tigers (Asics) that Uma Thurman wore can be acquired. Rocky wore a pair of Chuck Taylor’s (Converse) that can be purchased, as well.
The campaign has a commercial done by Robert Ryang, an award winning New York film editor. The commercial can be viewed below:
Although nothing can be confirmed a release date of 2015 has been talked about.
This is one of those unique concepts that, well let’s be honest, makes you scratch your head. The concept is a highline dog accessory company uniquely called 
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