Just a quickie. It's better than nothing, no?
Welcome back to 3-pair. It was nice to see you in your black basketball shorts. I guess it is officially springtime now that you've busted out those bad boys.
Note to whomever used dryer 5 before me - you have Minnie Mouse panties. And yes, you have been judged. Harshly. [On a small tangent - communal laundry is one of the most disgusting things EVER.]
It must be a Disney kind of day because there was a young lady wearing a Mickey hoodie earlier this afternoon. Honey child, where in the world were your monogrammed mouseketeer ears?
"Fashions fade, style is eternal."
Yves Saint Laurent
Monday, April 13, 2009
Thursday, April 9, 2009
Sweet summer
It's coming. Can you feel it?
The heat is just fantastic. It means the semester is almost over. It also means we can ditch those big coats and boots for [hopefully] something a little more aesthetically pleasing.
The bright colors are coming out, and for the most part I approve.
Except for Future Boozy Soccer-Mom Barbie, whom I spotted the other day.
Bright purple track pants, hot pink zip-up track jacket, matching hot pink sneakers, matching hot pink bowling-bag style handbag complete with peace sign bedazzling.
Quit buying your clothes from the House of Mattel. M'kay, pumpkin?
"Fashions fade, style is eternal."
Yves Saint Laurent
The heat is just fantastic. It means the semester is almost over. It also means we can ditch those big coats and boots for [hopefully] something a little more aesthetically pleasing.
The bright colors are coming out, and for the most part I approve.
Except for Future Boozy Soccer-Mom Barbie, whom I spotted the other day.
Bright purple track pants, hot pink zip-up track jacket, matching hot pink sneakers, matching hot pink bowling-bag style handbag complete with peace sign bedazzling.
Quit buying your clothes from the House of Mattel. M'kay, pumpkin?
"Fashions fade, style is eternal."
Yves Saint Laurent
Thursday, March 12, 2009
Ummmm
"White" sateen "dress" pants are a bad choice.
I can see your cooter from across the room.
Next time try wearing panties.
"Fashions fade, style is eternal."
Yves Saint Laurent
I can see your cooter from across the room.
Next time try wearing panties.
"Fashions fade, style is eternal."
Yves Saint Laurent
Monday, March 2, 2009
81st
Good afternoon, children.
Apologies for the lateness. Mais, c'est la vie.
I hope you all watched the Oscars last week. It was a beautiful show. The entire production was so thoughtfully put together, right down to the stage design.
But that's not our concern here.
[For the SNU kids who read this, I have a column in this last Echo, as well as a sidebar naming my favorite and least favorite celebs of the evening. You should go read it. It's a good choice.]
As I was watching the Red Carpet, I noticed that several trends were popping up in [at the very least] pairs. Yes, everyone and their mothers [sometimes literally. Get a date, people. Your mom is cute but she can't give you a real after party. I'm just saying . . . ] were in ivory, but apparently some of the attendees decided to phone a friend ahead of time so that they could match. Let's put them head to head, shall we?
Trend: Red
[Not my favorite color to see on the red carpet. It's usually too difficult for celebs to get right. Red is too beautiful a color to be made to look bad; she doesn't deserve that mess.]
Hit: Amy Adams
In: Carolina Herrera
Classic line, modern drape. And that bib necklace is perfection. Well done to Adams' stylist.
Miss: Amanda Seyfried
In: Valentino
Congratulations on looking like an orangey-red tuber, Amanda. A little more volume and you could have won the part of The Great Pumpkin in the upcoming live-action Charlie Brown.
Trend: Pink
Hit: Natalie Portman
In: Rodarte
The weaving detail on the bodice is wonderful, as are the multicolored gems. And she's so poised, as always. Natalie remains one of my absolute favorite women in Hollywood.
Miss: Alicia Keys
In: Armani Privé
The dress isn't the problem here. I'm actually a big fan; I love the detailing on the bodice. The problem is that homegirl doesn't know how to carry herself. The entire evening Keys looked as though she were going #2. Perhaps her handler was trailing her with a plastic baggie and a pooper scooper.
Trend: Black and Gold
Hit: Halle Berry
In: Marchesa
Gold sequins swathed in black tulle. Beaded appliques. Lovely.
Miss: Beyoncé
In: House of Dereon
Dereon. 'Nuff said. [Incidentally People.com called this dress "couture." Just because a fashion company has "House of" in it's name does not make it couture. You have to be a member. It's a fact.]
Trend: Paillettes
Hit: Tina Fey
In: Zac Posen
Classic old Hollywood. Arguably one of the best dressed of the evening. And can I just say, I think it's fabulous to finally have a comedienne who can dress.
[I would have picked Anne Hathaway, but it was the obvious choice.] [I will, however, give you a picture. Because she was gorgeous. And I like pictures.]
[In: Armani Privé]
Miss [but only by inches]: Leslie Mann
In: Pamela Rolland
It's a big pet peeve of mine when celebrities dress "above their station" at these events. You never attempt to outshine those nominated for best supporting or leading actress [hem, hem, Miley Cyrus]. It's their night, not yours. She was just as shiny as the Oscar statuettes, and, in my opinion, drawing too much attention to herself [she was a bit loud in interviews, too]. Classic middle child behavior. Mann looked good, and I love the dress, she just needed to tone it down a bit. I'm not saying don't stand out at all. Just don't stand out as much. [Remember, if everyone is special, then no one is.]
Trend: Black and Blue
Hit: Reese Witherspoon [Styled at the Vanity Fair Party, not on stage at the Ceremonies.]
In: Rodarte
An updated take on last year's surge of ombre dyes. Modern asymmetrical neckline and jeweled bodice. This dress is so beautiful, and so ahead of the curve. If she hadn't had her hair super tight and two black eyes on stage, she could have had a perfect evening.
[Leaning toward] Miss: Marion Cotillard
In:Dior
Layered tulle belted ballgown. Blue sequined bodice.
I'm still not sure how I feel about this. Not a big fan of the dress [something about short skirts with sheer overlays at the Oscars just bothers me], but . . . . I mean, she's French. It's almost a free pass. Almost.
I'm making this post pull double duty so I can say two things:
Magic after chapel hour this morning. Coming out of the library after work I walk directly into a group of 6 rather well-dressed gentlemen. [!!] All wearing slacks, 2 in button ups and vests, one sans vest but in a tie, 1 with a tie and a sweater pulled over, 2 in argyle sweaters. [Argyle is getting a bit tired, but I'm not complaining.]
Hooray! Well dressed boys again! It made my morning.
Also - I saw the cutest girl yesterday. Black and white scribble plaid strapless sheath. Bright blue cropped cardigan. Patent highlighter-yellow skinny belt. Loves.
"Fashions fade, style is eternal."
Yves Saint Laurent
Apologies for the lateness. Mais, c'est la vie.
I hope you all watched the Oscars last week. It was a beautiful show. The entire production was so thoughtfully put together, right down to the stage design.
But that's not our concern here.
[For the SNU kids who read this, I have a column in this last Echo, as well as a sidebar naming my favorite and least favorite celebs of the evening. You should go read it. It's a good choice.]
As I was watching the Red Carpet, I noticed that several trends were popping up in [at the very least] pairs. Yes, everyone and their mothers [sometimes literally. Get a date, people. Your mom is cute but she can't give you a real after party. I'm just saying . . . ] were in ivory, but apparently some of the attendees decided to phone a friend ahead of time so that they could match. Let's put them head to head, shall we?
Trend: Red
[Not my favorite color to see on the red carpet. It's usually too difficult for celebs to get right. Red is too beautiful a color to be made to look bad; she doesn't deserve that mess.]
Hit: Amy Adams
In: Carolina Herrera
Classic line, modern drape. And that bib necklace is perfection. Well done to Adams' stylist.
Miss: Amanda Seyfried
In: Valentino
Congratulations on looking like an orangey-red tuber, Amanda. A little more volume and you could have won the part of The Great Pumpkin in the upcoming live-action Charlie Brown.
Trend: Pink
Hit: Natalie Portman
In: Rodarte
The weaving detail on the bodice is wonderful, as are the multicolored gems. And she's so poised, as always. Natalie remains one of my absolute favorite women in Hollywood.
Miss: Alicia Keys
In: Armani Privé
The dress isn't the problem here. I'm actually a big fan; I love the detailing on the bodice. The problem is that homegirl doesn't know how to carry herself. The entire evening Keys looked as though she were going #2. Perhaps her handler was trailing her with a plastic baggie and a pooper scooper.
Trend: Black and Gold
Hit: Halle Berry
In: Marchesa
Gold sequins swathed in black tulle. Beaded appliques. Lovely.
Miss: Beyoncé
In: House of Dereon
Dereon. 'Nuff said. [Incidentally People.com called this dress "couture." Just because a fashion company has "House of" in it's name does not make it couture. You have to be a member. It's a fact.]
Trend: Paillettes
Hit: Tina Fey
In: Zac Posen
Classic old Hollywood. Arguably one of the best dressed of the evening. And can I just say, I think it's fabulous to finally have a comedienne who can dress.
[I would have picked Anne Hathaway, but it was the obvious choice.] [I will, however, give you a picture. Because she was gorgeous. And I like pictures.]
[In: Armani Privé]
Miss [but only by inches]: Leslie Mann
In: Pamela Rolland
It's a big pet peeve of mine when celebrities dress "above their station" at these events. You never attempt to outshine those nominated for best supporting or leading actress [hem, hem, Miley Cyrus]. It's their night, not yours. She was just as shiny as the Oscar statuettes, and, in my opinion, drawing too much attention to herself [she was a bit loud in interviews, too]. Classic middle child behavior. Mann looked good, and I love the dress, she just needed to tone it down a bit. I'm not saying don't stand out at all. Just don't stand out as much. [Remember, if everyone is special, then no one is.]
Trend: Black and Blue
Hit: Reese Witherspoon [Styled at the Vanity Fair Party, not on stage at the Ceremonies.]
In: Rodarte
An updated take on last year's surge of ombre dyes. Modern asymmetrical neckline and jeweled bodice. This dress is so beautiful, and so ahead of the curve. If she hadn't had her hair super tight and two black eyes on stage, she could have had a perfect evening.
[Leaning toward] Miss: Marion Cotillard
In:Dior
Layered tulle belted ballgown. Blue sequined bodice.
I'm still not sure how I feel about this. Not a big fan of the dress [something about short skirts with sheer overlays at the Oscars just bothers me], but . . . . I mean, she's French. It's almost a free pass. Almost.
I'm making this post pull double duty so I can say two things:
Magic after chapel hour this morning. Coming out of the library after work I walk directly into a group of 6 rather well-dressed gentlemen. [!!] All wearing slacks, 2 in button ups and vests, one sans vest but in a tie, 1 with a tie and a sweater pulled over, 2 in argyle sweaters. [Argyle is getting a bit tired, but I'm not complaining.]
Hooray! Well dressed boys again! It made my morning.
Also - I saw the cutest girl yesterday. Black and white scribble plaid strapless sheath. Bright blue cropped cardigan. Patent highlighter-yellow skinny belt. Loves.
"Fashions fade, style is eternal."
Yves Saint Laurent
Wednesday, February 25, 2009
Coming soon . . .
Evening, kids.
I just submitted a column to the Echo regarding my love of the Oscars. You should pick it up, if you feel so compelled.
Also, I promise the Oscar photos and commentary are coming. [Michelle, I promise that is not an empty promise. That one isn't either.]
"Fashions fade, style is eternal."
Yves Saint Laurent
I just submitted a column to the Echo regarding my love of the Oscars. You should pick it up, if you feel so compelled.
Also, I promise the Oscar photos and commentary are coming. [Michelle, I promise that is not an empty promise. That one isn't either.]
"Fashions fade, style is eternal."
Yves Saint Laurent
Friday, February 20, 2009
Shameful
Good afternoon, children!
And good afternoon to our new friend, Meg.
So, some housecleaning matters. A bit of ridiculousness has occurred in the comments of the last post, which I feel must be addressed.
"Honey- I find it amusing that you pass fashion judgment on other people when you are kind of a scrub yourself. Isn't irony a scream?"
"mlp- I am a junior and have never heard of you let alone seen you, but from the look of your picture you should not be passing judgment either. If fashion is a taste issue you have bad taste. You look like a little jerk who thinks he is a bad ass but doesn't have the balls to actually be one. And I am not being a coward. That is my real profile. I just don't have a blog. That is all. Go ahead and call me a bitch. Doesn't hurt my feelings.
Ashley Nicole- I have seen you and your pretty little face on campus with your nose in the air. You dress like you're from a cliche teen movie. Very "nice and put together" Boring. And I'm sorry if my comment was "quite rude" Life isn't always nice honey. But I guess a little white girl from suburbia like you hasn't experienced a bad day in your life. Except when you didn't get elected Homecoming Queen maybe..."
"mlp- I find it quite comical that you are getting so defensive about me insulting your style when you are apparently a fan of this blog. And you sure got pissey when I gave a little dig to Miss Ashley Nicole. Wish you were fucking the RA Princess?"
All these lovely little gems were provided by Meg.
I don't even know where to begin to diffuse some of this anger. So, I suppose I'll attempt an open letter of sorts.
I wish I knew who you were, Meg. I get the feeling that if you knew me, and my best friends, for that matter, you wouldn't have such hostile things to say.
Let me start by saying that I have already made it quite clear that the purpose of this blog is not to pass judgment on individuals, and that this is certainly not the place for outright bitchiness.
Do you even read the blog? I never make comments about average looking people. All of my problems with SNU's lack of fashion stem from students looking like they haven't showered, or those individuals who perpetually wear work-out gear everywhere.
As for being a "scrub": [thanks for that flashback to 1999, BT Dubs. Been listening to FanMail, have we?] I have never made a claim to be the epitome of style. In fact, I've only mentioned myself once on the blog, and even then solely as part of a cultural experiment. While I do know what I am talking about, [I refuse to be humble in this] I know that I don't dress the part of a fashionista. I'm a jeans, tee, cardi, madras mini-wedge kind of gal. And that's ok. I have no issue with average, everyday, [laundered] casual wear. I don't even have a big problem with hoodies, so long as they are clean.
This blog has never been about passing judgment on people. It's purpose is to provide a slightly biting, sarcastic kick in the pants for the individuals who need a little push to get out of their sweat pants. [I doubt many of them read this, anyway. I'm not seeking a large readership or campus renown.] Why? Because I believe the students of SNU are better than that. I want the world to take my fellow students seriously in life, because they are [at large] intelligent, talented, kind individuals who deserve to be successful.
Sadly, success in the world is very much impacted by appearances. I work as the personal assistant for the CEO for a small oil company while at home, and I can't tell you how many job applicants are immediately turned down because of their looks.
I have never once said anything to intentionally hurt someone's feelings. That is not my goal, and it is not who I am. Let me say now, if anyone is truly hurt by something I have written, I urge them to come to me with their concerns.
If you have a problem with me or my comments, Meg, that is completely fine. Next time, please take them up with me in person like an adult. I assume you've seen me around, judging by the forward nature of your comments. I'd appreciate if you would keep your hostility toward any other individual, whether a close friend of mine or not, to yourself.
As for the rest of you dears who read this page, there will be no new updates until Oscar night.
I have some lovely photos from the lecture I attended at OU earlier this week, but I'm in no mood for posting them now. I guess you can thank your colleague for that.
Posting may halt entirely for the semester, due to my involvement with music department's effort to keep Jim Graves on staff. I'll keep everyone posted.
"But wait, Danielle! How very unlike you to let those mean comments about Ashley go unaddressed," you say. Like I said earlier, this isn't the place for that. Visit the Bitchery in a little while. I'm sure I'll find plenty to say there.
"For beautiful eyes, look for the good in others; for beautiful lips, speak only words of kindness; and for poise, walk with the knowledge that you are never alone."
- Audrey Hepburn
And good afternoon to our new friend, Meg.
So, some housecleaning matters. A bit of ridiculousness has occurred in the comments of the last post, which I feel must be addressed.
"Honey- I find it amusing that you pass fashion judgment on other people when you are kind of a scrub yourself. Isn't irony a scream?"
"mlp- I am a junior and have never heard of you let alone seen you, but from the look of your picture you should not be passing judgment either. If fashion is a taste issue you have bad taste. You look like a little jerk who thinks he is a bad ass but doesn't have the balls to actually be one. And I am not being a coward. That is my real profile. I just don't have a blog. That is all. Go ahead and call me a bitch. Doesn't hurt my feelings.
Ashley Nicole- I have seen you and your pretty little face on campus with your nose in the air. You dress like you're from a cliche teen movie. Very "nice and put together" Boring. And I'm sorry if my comment was "quite rude" Life isn't always nice honey. But I guess a little white girl from suburbia like you hasn't experienced a bad day in your life. Except when you didn't get elected Homecoming Queen maybe..."
"mlp- I find it quite comical that you are getting so defensive about me insulting your style when you are apparently a fan of this blog. And you sure got pissey when I gave a little dig to Miss Ashley Nicole. Wish you were fucking the RA Princess?"
All these lovely little gems were provided by Meg.
I don't even know where to begin to diffuse some of this anger. So, I suppose I'll attempt an open letter of sorts.
I wish I knew who you were, Meg. I get the feeling that if you knew me, and my best friends, for that matter, you wouldn't have such hostile things to say.
Let me start by saying that I have already made it quite clear that the purpose of this blog is not to pass judgment on individuals, and that this is certainly not the place for outright bitchiness.
Do you even read the blog? I never make comments about average looking people. All of my problems with SNU's lack of fashion stem from students looking like they haven't showered, or those individuals who perpetually wear work-out gear everywhere.
As for being a "scrub": [thanks for that flashback to 1999, BT Dubs. Been listening to FanMail, have we?] I have never made a claim to be the epitome of style. In fact, I've only mentioned myself once on the blog, and even then solely as part of a cultural experiment. While I do know what I am talking about, [I refuse to be humble in this] I know that I don't dress the part of a fashionista. I'm a jeans, tee, cardi, madras mini-wedge kind of gal. And that's ok. I have no issue with average, everyday, [laundered] casual wear. I don't even have a big problem with hoodies, so long as they are clean.
This blog has never been about passing judgment on people. It's purpose is to provide a slightly biting, sarcastic kick in the pants for the individuals who need a little push to get out of their sweat pants. [I doubt many of them read this, anyway. I'm not seeking a large readership or campus renown.] Why? Because I believe the students of SNU are better than that. I want the world to take my fellow students seriously in life, because they are [at large] intelligent, talented, kind individuals who deserve to be successful.
Sadly, success in the world is very much impacted by appearances. I work as the personal assistant for the CEO for a small oil company while at home, and I can't tell you how many job applicants are immediately turned down because of their looks.
I have never once said anything to intentionally hurt someone's feelings. That is not my goal, and it is not who I am. Let me say now, if anyone is truly hurt by something I have written, I urge them to come to me with their concerns.
If you have a problem with me or my comments, Meg, that is completely fine. Next time, please take them up with me in person like an adult. I assume you've seen me around, judging by the forward nature of your comments. I'd appreciate if you would keep your hostility toward any other individual, whether a close friend of mine or not, to yourself.
As for the rest of you dears who read this page, there will be no new updates until Oscar night.
I have some lovely photos from the lecture I attended at OU earlier this week, but I'm in no mood for posting them now. I guess you can thank your colleague for that.
Posting may halt entirely for the semester, due to my involvement with music department's effort to keep Jim Graves on staff. I'll keep everyone posted.
"But wait, Danielle! How very unlike you to let those mean comments about Ashley go unaddressed," you say. Like I said earlier, this isn't the place for that. Visit the Bitchery in a little while. I'm sure I'll find plenty to say there.
"For beautiful eyes, look for the good in others; for beautiful lips, speak only words of kindness; and for poise, walk with the knowledge that you are never alone."
- Audrey Hepburn
Tuesday, February 17, 2009
Cupid Shuffle
Hello, children.
I hope you all had a wonderful Valentine's day.
[If you're in love and stopped by the 'bucks on 36th and May Saturday evening you should know - your barista gave you decaf. She's not sorry.]
A few friends and I had dinner Saturday [no place screams romance quite so much as Friday's], and OKC's best dressed all turned up.
Favorite highlights included a young lady in a rhinestone tiara and a hyperpreg in a bright red velour tracksuit. I have five words for you, lady. A Pea in the Pod. I don't care if you are knocked up, tracksuits died in '02.
I'm still seeing little on campus worthy of note.
Thanks for not failing miserably, on the whole? I'd take a few tragedies here and there if it meant I could see a pretty dress walking around campus every once and a while. [David, Jeremy: I miss you.]
EDIT:
Clark tells me there was a fashion tragedy on the chapel stage this morning. Marcus, whom I trust more in these matters, informed me shortly after that it's simply baggy jeans and a striped tee. I'm reserving judgement until photo evidence is provided.
I hope everyone enjoyed the Grammy wrap-up. I expect I'll follow suit with the Oscars. I hope you're getting excited, kids. [If you follow me on Twitter you can expect another live commentary on Oscar night. You're welcome.]
"Fashions fade, style is eternal."
Yves Saint Laurent
I hope you all had a wonderful Valentine's day.
[If you're in love and stopped by the 'bucks on 36th and May Saturday evening you should know - your barista gave you decaf. She's not sorry.]
A few friends and I had dinner Saturday [no place screams romance quite so much as Friday's], and OKC's best dressed all turned up.
Favorite highlights included a young lady in a rhinestone tiara and a hyperpreg in a bright red velour tracksuit. I have five words for you, lady. A Pea in the Pod. I don't care if you are knocked up, tracksuits died in '02.
I'm still seeing little on campus worthy of note.
Thanks for not failing miserably, on the whole? I'd take a few tragedies here and there if it meant I could see a pretty dress walking around campus every once and a while. [David, Jeremy: I miss you.]
EDIT:
Clark tells me there was a fashion tragedy on the chapel stage this morning. Marcus, whom I trust more in these matters, informed me shortly after that it's simply baggy jeans and a striped tee. I'm reserving judgement until photo evidence is provided.
I hope everyone enjoyed the Grammy wrap-up. I expect I'll follow suit with the Oscars. I hope you're getting excited, kids. [If you follow me on Twitter you can expect another live commentary on Oscar night. You're welcome.]
"Fashions fade, style is eternal."
Yves Saint Laurent
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