Movies: A Heart Shaped Biopic in the Works
Looks like a biopic about the late, great grunge hero Kurt Cobain is slated to be made soon. On the roster to play the leads are Scarlett Johansson, as Hollywood’s original train-wreck, Courtney Love, and Ryan Gosling as Kurt. The match up sounds too sexy to be true. Though, if it’s anything like the first … Read more
Urban Outfitters’ Tribal Snuggie. Sorry…Booty Buddy Blanket
Oh to be a fly on the wall during the Urban Outfitters creative meeting for the Booty Buddy Blanket. “Snuggies are REALLY popular right now. They even had their own show at Fashion Week.” “How can we get hipsters to buy them?” “Think, think, think.” “Native American tribal print!?” “Yep, that’s it.” And that’s how … Read more
Inspiration: Lady Gaga’s Bad Romance Video
I’ve been fighting Gaga fever for quite a while now. Sure, I sing along to her songs while I’m driving but beyond that, I’ve kept a safe distance. My slight intrigue began shortly after I saw her Paparazzi video and instantly evolved the moment I laid eyes on her Bad Romance video.
Vivian Maier: Chicago’s Original Street Style Photog
I was recently introduced to the work of Vivian Maier, a photographer who roamed the streets of Chicago -from the 50s-70s- snapping shots of the city’s interesting sites and people.You will be blown away by the interesting details and candidness of her work, especially when you think about the time that these were taken. The … Read more
Book Review: Who What Wear – Celebrity and Runway Style for Real Life
Left to Right: Katherine Powers, Monica Dimperio, and Hillary Kerr at the Chicago book signing of Who What Wear – Celebrity and Runway Style for Real Life. Every smart and stylish girl knows that monthly glossies – Vogue, Elle, and Glamour – are essential reads for every fashionista. Though the smartest of the bunch also … Read more
Fashion Meet Feline. Paws For Greatness.
If you were to walk into my cubicle right now you might throw up, cry, or get really excited. There’s a huge portrait of my cat, a kitten mouse pad, and a children’s cat book. Half of which are gifts but all point to the path of an aspiring crazy cat lady. While I don’t … Read more
Inspiration: Patrick Swayze- The Ultimate Hunk
Like every little girl growing up in the 80′s, we thought we were going to marry Patrick Swayze. We were just 5 years old when we first spotted him in Dirty Dancing. And even though we had to cover our eyes during the good parts, he made our little hearts skip a beat even before … Read more
Hollywood Hipster: Rumer Control
On my nightly jaunt around the internet I stumbled upon 3 separate photos of Rumer Willis in which she looked really good. A far cry from the flaming red hair and frumpy outfits that she’s notorious for. Obviously, the photos(above) I spotted were all taken at events so she stepped it up more than usual. … Read more
King of Pop(and the Jheri Curl), Michael Jackson, Dies At 50
As you’ve probably heard by now, the one and only, King of Pop, Michael Jackson has passed away. At just 50 years old, the legendary performer died of a cardiac arrest. And while he’s not with us anymore, I’d like to think he’s hanging out with Bubbles at that big Neverland Ranch in the sky. … Read more
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I just found out the best news ever…. This September the CW will, once again, post streaming episodes of Gossip Girl on their website! That means I can catch every episode of the second season without having to scour Japanese Youtube or waiting for Skeet Skeet to post it. Finally, no more subtitles!!! This decision … Read more
