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Strike A Pose: A Fashion App To Share With Friends

Julie GersteinJanuary 13, 2011 //

Ever end up going shopping alone and then find you really need some fashion advice? Well, a new iPhone app called Pose allows you to ask top fashion consultants and your friends for their advice and opinions. You simply snap a photo of the cute little black dress or awesome (but expensive) new bag and upload to the system for friends to view. Unlike other shopping apps, you can control who sees your fashion finds, and get instant feedback on items. And, if you’re not in a sharing mood, you can use the system as a way to archive the things you’re lusting after. Get it! [Pose] Keep reading »

“The City”‘s Erin Moving To Teen Vogue

Julie GersteinJanuary 13, 2011 //

Our favorite character on MTV’s series “The City” was never super saccharine Whitney Port or hyper-villainous Olivia Palermo–it was Elle PR head Erin Kaplan. Kaplan’s side-eye glare and over-boiled frustration said what we all felt about Palermo’s conniving ways. Well, now she’s got a new gig — as head PR honcho at Teen Vogue. The switch over to Vogue‘s younger sis publication comes on the heels of talk that Teen Vogue may be debuting a reality series of its own. [Fashionista] Keep reading »

Hair Apparent: Insects Made Of Human Hair

Julie GersteinJanuary 13, 2011 //

Uh, that’s not a butterfly. That’s a butterfly sculpture made out of hair. Seattle artist Adrienne Antonson creates “resourceful, sustainable, meticulous and pretty” insects using only human hair and glue.

Antonson decided to work in hair because, “As an artist with a deep interest in sustainable and self-supporting systems, human hair seems the most immediate and true material. I find the historical implications and various uses of human hair fascinating. I am also intrigued with the attraction/repulsion response the material evokes. It is sentimental, challenging and honest.”

More hairsects after the jump. [Mixed Greens] Keep reading »

Man Accused Of Having Sex With Dog Cleared

Julie GersteinJanuary 13, 2011 //

A man in Aventura, Florida, was accused of sexually abusing his dog, but a judge dropped the charges. The dog’s name? Oh, CHRISTIE BRINKLEY. Armand Pacher was charged with abusing his Great Dane after a vet found signs of sexual abuse–and found human semen mixed in the dog’s urine. Pacher further ignited suspicions when he made a comment to a vet technician regarding the dog’s health. Pacher allegedly said: “She doesn’t seem to enjoy it as much when we have sex. Maybe it’s because I have not been as energetic lately, and that’s why she is not enjoying it as much.” He later insisted that it was just a joke. The case was dropped after prosecutors failed to find any physical evidence. The retired insurance investigator was reportedly relieved. “Although the prosecution has finally decided to say ‘just kidding, never mind,’ my life has been fully destroyed.” [Palm Beach Post News] Keep reading »

Is Olivia Munn’s Maxim Cover Too Hot For Newstands?

Julie GersteinJanuary 13, 2011 //

Maxim‘s never been known to shy away from a risque cover, and this month’s cover shot, of “Perfect Couples” star and “Daily Show” contributor Olivia Munn, is no different. The big scandal is Olivia’s see-through underwear, which some say are just a tiny toe over the edge to indecent. Dan Gainor, Vice President of Business & Culture at the conservative Media Research Center, is outraged by Munn’s bare crotch. “It’s disgusting,” he said. “Maxim has moved their magazine from tawdry to full-on pornography.” He’s calling for the magazine to be displayed in the porn section of the magazine rack, rather than the men’s interest section–far away from the prying eyes of kids. (Of course, the deep irony is that conversation around the cover has only served to give the magazine greater exposure.)

Maxim covers typically feature scantily clad girls practically shoving their crotches in reader’s faces. So we’re not sure why Munn’s panty choice makes all that much difference. Maxim‘s never been particularly prudish. And it seems even Fox News followers agree: A poll on the site found that a whopping 72 percent of people saw no problem with the cover. What do you think? Keep reading »

Meet My Drunk Spirit Animal

Julie GersteinJanuary 13, 2011 //


I’m not saying this elephant baby is drunk. I’m saying that this baby elephant’s rolling and thrashing and staggering pretty much approximates what I look like when I’m drunk. [YouTube] Keep reading »

Sex Or Self-Esteem?

Julie GersteinJanuary 12, 2011 //

Look, college kids don’t want your sex or your junk food — they just want some love. A new paper from researchers at Ohio State University found that college students prefer an ego boost to sex. Sex? Really? When given the choice between a self-esteem boosting activity (like getting a compliment) or “receiving a paycheck, seeing a best friend and drinking alcohol, in addition to eating a favorite food, [and] engaging in a favorite sexual activity,” most chose self-esteem. Part of why self-esteem may be so desired: drugs, alcohol and sex are readily available on college campuses, but self-esteem is one of those intangibles that is a bit harder for kids to grasp.

It’s interesting research, especially given how today’s college generation is touted as being more self-absorbed than previous generations. What do you think? Would you pick a compliment over sex? [NY Times] Keep reading »

The 8 Most Embarrassing Celeb Children

Julie GersteinJanuary 12, 2011 //
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As much as celebrities try to control their public personas, sometimes the things their children do are completely out of control. Don’t believe us? Tom Hanks’ son Chet really enjoys his Rap Snacks–he’s developed quite a little rap career as a student at Northwestern University. Chet, who goes by Chet Haze, writes raps about getting ladies and smoking blunts. His lyrics? “I got a call from the brothers in the frat house/ I’m with my girl, tryin to get up under that blouse/ She a freshman/ She a freak though/ In the bed, but a lady in the street, yo.” He’s a real life “Malibu’s Most Wanted!” Check out the following children of famous parents — and some of their most mortifying/embarrassing life choices.

 

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Vampire Weekend And The Black Keys Have A Sell-Out-Off

Julie GersteinJanuary 12, 2011 //


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On last night’s “Colbert Report,” Stephen invited Dan Auerbach and Patrick Carney of The Black Keys and Ezra Koenig from Vampire Weekend on to figure out who should win this year’s Grammy for best alternative album. To settle the score, Colbert challenged the two bands to a “sell-out-off.” While the Keys have a Victoria’s Secret and Zales commercial under their belt, Vampire Weekend boasts commercials for Honda and Tommy Hilfiger. As Colbert notes, “Clearly, you have both equally whored out your music.” So true! [Comedy Central] Keep reading »

Cross-Species Love: Animal Orgy Version

Julie GersteinJanuary 12, 2011 //


Guys, this video might be NSFW. It’s a veritable cross-species animal orgy, featuring a llama, a randy cat, a bunny and a chicken. The cat is going absolutely wild making biscuits on the llama’s furry back. Ooh, scandal! [BuzzFeed] Keep reading »

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