It’s the first week of school at Constance Billard and there’s new projects to tweak, victims to sabotage, and looks like we even have a new Queen Bee. If you decided that studying was more important you guessed wrong, because this is one storyline that was borderline soap opera.
Dan and Serena awkwardly encountered each other for the first time after their break-up. A new girl at school, Amanda, a pug-faced look-a-like ran into Dan and fancied him. She fancied him so much that they went on a date, well two to be exacted. Too bad for Dan, but not really, she was just a deploy hired by Chuck just to make Serena jealous, which it did. Amanda’s character didn’t last very long but her effects did. Looks like Serena is finally gaining her throne back and shunning Dan from her Kingdom.
As far as the Nate, Vanessa, and Dutchess love triangle…that also lacks a fairytale ending. Nate, confused by Vanessa’s ambiguous feelings towards him, found her walking to class but was spied on by Catherine who was not very pleased to see the two together. As the elite do best she bribed Vanessa with a $5,000 check to stay away from her man. Such an offer did not work on Vanessa and made an attempt to return it back to her at her home. While in the Dutchess’ home she encountered an interesting yet disturbing situation – Lord Marcus and Duchess Catherine locking lips in what was more than just a mother son kiss. Looks like the Oedipus complex is making a comeback.
With such rare and scandalous blackmail Vanessa resorted to the person who would know what to do with it –Blair.
Blair, the conniving person that she is, confronted both Lord Marcus and the Dutchess on their disgusting affair and promised not to tell a soul unless they left town, bailed the Archibalds out of their debt, and promised to not say anything about the location of Mr. Archibald. All was agreed and perfect until Vanessa decided that things were not moving at her speed, and so she confronted the Duke with the news. Her action ruined everything including her chances with Nate. Blair may be a liar and a back-stabber, but supply her with a juicy piece of blackmail and you will be guaranteed to see wonders.
So Dan and Serena are separated, Nate and Vanessa are no more, and Blair is no longer attached to a man. Does anyone sense some new raunchy hook ups? I do! Serena is climbing the social ladder to become the new Queen Bee, so does that put Blair at the bottom of the totem pole?Can’t wait to see what happens tomorrow night…8 o’clock. This time skip the biology studying, it’s worth it.
You know you love me,
Xoxo
g.
Sunday, September 28, 2008
Sunday, September 21, 2008
Monogamy just isn’t enough
Every person’s Achilles heal is the tender touch and sweet whisper of someone you know you can’t have. This error in someone can often cause an otherwise monogamous person to a distrustful being. In a world where cheating is omnipresent, society says, “Throw away your integrity and fall into temptation”, but does that necessarily mean it is okay? Has society made cheating on a significant other a cliché, a normal behavior that should be forgiven? This question was tested in this week’s episode of Gossip Girl. 
Catherine Mason continued to cheat on her husband with 17-year-old Nate. And Lord Marcus caught Blair in a steamy lip lock session with old boy toy Chuck Bass. In these two scenarios you see two women being depicted as the weak Eve, reluctant to temptation and sin. Catherine chose to cheat on her spouse because Nate gives her a feeling of youthfulness. Blair cheated on the man of her dreams not because she loves or even wants to be with Chuck, but because she was not sexually satisfied by Lord Marcus. These two women were willing to jeopardize wonderful relationships for personal wants and portray an alternative behavior to what is normally seen in men in real life.
The best examples of seditious men are politicians. (Do not think that I am denoucing the Democratic party, I am simply using these men as examples to prove a point). Time and time again politicians such as Bill Clinton, New York Mayor Eliot Spitzer, and most recently NC Senator John Edwards have been caught by the media cheating on their spouses with other women. However, the reaction for their sneaky schemes did not result in a divorce or even separation but a mere slap on the wrist. Through each sex scandal each politician’s wife stood by her spouse’s side. This reaction, through observation tends to be mutual among women. I have noticed from experience that most girls/women tend to stay with their counter parts, which only tells the wrongdoer that such behavior is acceptable. Not to mention it also radiates of vibe of insecurity within a woman. 
These juxtaposed situations both show women as weak and commend rather than condemn the act of cheating. The urge to cheat may feel biological but such forces can be restrained by virtues. Yes a sassy cheating scandal makes for great storylines and news articles but it does not make the behavior any more right. A monogamous relationship should be respected and not jeopardized by a sleazy, emotionless temptation. So save the one-night stands for when you are driving solo.
Catherine Mason continued to cheat on her husband with 17-year-old Nate. And Lord Marcus caught Blair in a steamy lip lock session with old boy toy Chuck Bass. In these two scenarios you see two women being depicted as the weak Eve, reluctant to temptation and sin. Catherine chose to cheat on her spouse because Nate gives her a feeling of youthfulness. Blair cheated on the man of her dreams not because she loves or even wants to be with Chuck, but because she was not sexually satisfied by Lord Marcus. These two women were willing to jeopardize wonderful relationships for personal wants and portray an alternative behavior to what is normally seen in men in real life.
The best examples of seditious men are politicians. (Do not think that I am denoucing the Democratic party, I am simply using these men as examples to prove a point). Time and time again politicians such as Bill Clinton, New York Mayor Eliot Spitzer, and most recently NC Senator John Edwards have been caught by the media cheating on their spouses with other women. However, the reaction for their sneaky schemes did not result in a divorce or even separation but a mere slap on the wrist. Through each sex scandal each politician’s wife stood by her spouse’s side. This reaction, through observation tends to be mutual among women. I have noticed from experience that most girls/women tend to stay with their counter parts, which only tells the wrongdoer that such behavior is acceptable. Not to mention it also radiates of vibe of insecurity within a woman.
These juxtaposed situations both show women as weak and commend rather than condemn the act of cheating. The urge to cheat may feel biological but such forces can be restrained by virtues. Yes a sassy cheating scandal makes for great storylines and news articles but it does not make the behavior any more right. A monogamous relationship should be respected and not jeopardized by a sleazy, emotionless temptation. So save the one-night stands for when you are driving solo.
Saturday, September 13, 2008
Gossip Girl, the New Soft-Core Porn
If you haven’t noticed I dressed the site up a bit. It was looking a little pathetic. First I set up a random playlist because you know Gossip girl always has the jam music. Secondly, I have a slideshow of classic art pieces because every New Yorker should know the first creatures of fashion.
So yeah we’ve all had our scandalous hook-ups in unusual spots. May that be an elevator, middle of woods, or history museum next to the T-rex, but when does scandalous turn to skankiness? At what age is it acceptable to be caught doing the dirty in public. According to Serena age doesn’t matter, but that rule doesn’t go for everyone…
So in case you missed the first five minutes because you had to lie to your boyfriend that you needed to go do homework when really you just wanted to watch Gossip Girl by yourself (no worries babe we’ve all done it). Serena and Dan woke up next to each other on the beach where they obviously slept together. Romantic? NO! You’re in the Hamptons baby, save rolling around in the sand for when you can’t afford somewhere to stay (but of course that would never happen to a GG….well maybe not everyone, sorry Nate). This late night sac session was then proceeded by a shall we saw afternoon cuddle? While Dan and Serena were on the bus (once again Serena played the part of a middle class citizen – Don’t downgrade yourself babe!) back to the city Serena was trying her hardest to seduce Dan. Serena, lets keep the chocolate-covered strawberry eating for Ron Jeremy movies, okay? I guess the two just couldn’t contain their excitement for each other or maybe they just don’t like beds, because they ended up getting it on in the bathroom bus, ew! Maybe they don’t know that doing it on a bus doesn’t make them a member of the mile-high club, just the 4-foot high club. The theme of scandalous hook ups was reiterated when Blair walked in on Nate straddling his older woman on the library floor.
So are these little sexcapades acceptable behavior for a high school or even college student or is it just inappropriate? I thought about this question and my only response is would you want to be the friend, flight attendant, or security guard to find two people tangled in a sea of limbs? No. Sex in public is okay until someone intrudes on the shag session, then that is just skanky. According to The Sexual Offences Act (2003) their opinion agrees. The Act is not specifically against the practice of sex in public if it is in an isolated place and the couple have a reasonable expectation of privacy. So as long as you have some privacy and don’t disrupt the public you are good to go.
Okay, so the beach and library were acceptable but what about Dan and Serena’s bathroom incident? Is it appropriate for two 17 year olds to bluntly follow each other into a public bathroom? I find that regardless of age it is neither appropriate, nor sanitary to have sex in a public bathroom. Yeah it may make for a good story but the chances are your little session will be disrupted shortly leading you to and your partner embarrassment.
Although I disapprove of real life teenagers partaking in sexual behavior in clear view of the public eye, my girlfriends I did yell phrases of encouragement at the TV when S and D were on the bus. So will GG have more saucy hook ups in mischievous places this season? Lets hope so but lets try to keep it out of onlooker’s sight. Until then shot me a comment or a funny story of a friend who has gotten caught shagging in public (no names please and lets keep this PG-13).
xoxo,
g.
So yeah we’ve all had our scandalous hook-ups in unusual spots. May that be an elevator, middle of woods, or history museum next to the T-rex, but when does scandalous turn to skankiness? At what age is it acceptable to be caught doing the dirty in public. According to Serena age doesn’t matter, but that rule doesn’t go for everyone…
So in case you missed the first five minutes because you had to lie to your boyfriend that you needed to go do homework when really you just wanted to watch Gossip Girl by yourself (no worries babe we’ve all done it). Serena and Dan woke up next to each other on the beach where they obviously slept together. Romantic? NO! You’re in the Hamptons baby, save rolling around in the sand for when you can’t afford somewhere to stay (but of course that would never happen to a GG….well maybe not everyone, sorry Nate). This late night sac session was then proceeded by a shall we saw afternoon cuddle? While Dan and Serena were on the bus (once again Serena played the part of a middle class citizen – Don’t downgrade yourself babe!) back to the city Serena was trying her hardest to seduce Dan. Serena, lets keep the chocolate-covered strawberry eating for Ron Jeremy movies, okay? I guess the two just couldn’t contain their excitement for each other or maybe they just don’t like beds, because they ended up getting it on in the bathroom bus, ew! Maybe they don’t know that doing it on a bus doesn’t make them a member of the mile-high club, just the 4-foot high club. The theme of scandalous hook ups was reiterated when Blair walked in on Nate straddling his older woman on the library floor.
So are these little sexcapades acceptable behavior for a high school or even college student or is it just inappropriate? I thought about this question and my only response is would you want to be the friend, flight attendant, or security guard to find two people tangled in a sea of limbs? No. Sex in public is okay until someone intrudes on the shag session, then that is just skanky. According to The Sexual Offences Act (2003) their opinion agrees. The Act is not specifically against the practice of sex in public if it is in an isolated place and the couple have a reasonable expectation of privacy. So as long as you have some privacy and don’t disrupt the public you are good to go.
Check out this link. Its full of signs that people have vandalized and replaced letters with the lovely word of FUCK. Although very vulgar it might just give you a few laughs. Enjoy.
Okay, so the beach and library were acceptable but what about Dan and Serena’s bathroom incident? Is it appropriate for two 17 year olds to bluntly follow each other into a public bathroom? I find that regardless of age it is neither appropriate, nor sanitary to have sex in a public bathroom. Yeah it may make for a good story but the chances are your little session will be disrupted shortly leading you to and your partner embarrassment.
Although I disapprove of real life teenagers partaking in sexual behavior in clear view of the public eye, my girlfriends I did yell phrases of encouragement at the TV when S and D were on the bus. So will GG have more saucy hook ups in mischievous places this season? Lets hope so but lets try to keep it out of onlooker’s sight. Until then shot me a comment or a funny story of a friend who has gotten caught shagging in public (no names please and lets keep this PG-13).
xoxo,
g.
Thursday, September 11, 2008
What do you expect to see?
As far as fashion icons go, Blair Waldorf is the new Summer Roberts from the O.C.; an avant- guard dresser; which is why we love her or did I mean hate her? I say Blair Waldorf and not Leighton Messter because in real life who looks that put together all the time? Equip me with a personal stylist, an endless bank account and limo driver and yeah I’d roll into class looking like I stepped out of Vogue too. But with a laptop on my back and a 15 minute hike to civilization the idea of going to class in an outfit that doesn’t resemble gym attire doesn’t seem very intriguing. By the looks of our UNC campus it seems as though that is a general concensus. So I started to think what are ways that one can look trendy but still get to class without being soaked with perspiration. So I made a list of 5 items you can expect see on your fav GG but
also work for a commuting, fashionista college student.
1. HEADBANDS
Last season in almost every episode Blair’s locks were secured with bow headbands that later turned up on every teenagers noggin. This season a more bohemian look- scarf headbands have replaced them, such as in the picture
below.
Are J. Crew and Forever 21’s fall accessories well equipped, we’ll just see?
However if pieces of fabric on your neck aren’t your style another alternative you can try are theses Great Gatsby meets Swan Lake feathered headbands. Check out
<these> from Urban Outfitters, they are chic and sassy.
2. HIGH WAIST SKIRTS
These are a personal favorite of mine because I like the way they snug my waist. Blair already sported a pair of 50s high waist shorts in the last episode. Some of you may be saying to yourself “Ugh, no thank you! I’ll keep the pooch look for my grandmother”. But no mam’ this trend is everywhere if you haven’t already noticed. In fact I have been impressed to see a few ladies sporting jersey pencil skirts complemented with white tees. If you’re not convinced open up Lucky, Teen Vogue, or Glamour magazine and believe me you will low ride no more.
3. CROSS BODY MESSENGER BAGS
These 70s fashion staples are making an appearance once again. And hell am I happy. These versatile lifesavers can be however small, large, sporty or chic you’d like them to be and you can find them almost anywhere. Why do I love them, because they are roomy enough for a laptop so you can replace your not so trendy backpack, they don’t force you to walk sideways so your shoulder purse doesn’t topple you over, and their ideal if you ride your bike to class. Below I’ve included a picture for some ideas. And yes that would be David Beckham. No I did not put this up just so you ladies/gents could goggle over him. I want to show you that guys too can sport the murse (man purse).
4. TIGHTS; Colored, textured, printed, expect to see it all!!!
No, I’m not talking about leggings I’m talking about full on pantyhose. The ones your mother used to dress you in for Sunday School. But before you start itching your legs think about all the fall and winter nights you’ve gone out in a dress and sworn you have gotten frost bite on your legs and toes? Now picture you legs and feet all cozy in a layer of wool or cotton. Mmm…now doesn’t that seem nice?
Tights were huge last year and don’t expect them to go away. These God sent pieces of fabric not only keep your legs warm but also make an outfit more dimensional while allowing you to extend the season of your dress and skirt wardrobe. What more would you want?! I expect to see more daring colors and prints paired with unusual mixes from our protégé designer Jenny. What do I see for campus style, I’m guessing the usual browns and blacks, maybe a few prints, and the iconic fishnets for Pimps and Ho’s frat parties.
5. ETHNIC PRINTED SCARVES
I primarily envision Vanessa coolly draped in a collage of prints and colors as she serves coffee but who knows maybe Serena will deck her neck out in one too. The reason for my infatuation with these thin pieces of fabric- because they add a dash of color to an outfit and are perfect for Fall’s unpredictable weather. You can throw one over a t-shirt before you go out one night but as the night cools down you can use it as a shawl. Already I’ve seen students draped in a plethora of patterns. Here’s some Gucci scarves photographed in Milan’s Fashion Week Fall 2008.
Gossip Girl offers it’s viewers a colorful palette of fashion ideas. From rugged Venassa, inventive jenny and polished Blair, they each have a different and creative style. So go through your closet, mix and match patterns and use them as your inspiration for a new fall style.
xoxo,
g.
(Inspired by the fashion forward Suzy)
also work for a commuting, fashionista college student.
1. HEADBANDS
Last season in almost every episode Blair’s locks were secured with bow headbands that later turned up on every teenagers noggin. This season a more bohemian look- scarf headbands have replaced them, such as in the picture
below.Are J. Crew and Forever 21’s fall accessories well equipped, we’ll just see?
However if pieces of fabric on your neck aren’t your style another alternative you can try are theses Great Gatsby meets Swan Lake feathered headbands. Check out
<these> from Urban Outfitters, they are chic and sassy.
2. HIGH WAIST SKIRTS
These are a personal favorite of mine because I like the way they snug my waist. Blair already sported a pair of 50s high waist shorts in the last episode. Some of you may be saying to yourself “Ugh, no thank you! I’ll keep the pooch look for my grandmother”. But no mam’ this trend is everywhere if you haven’t already noticed. In fact I have been impressed to see a few ladies sporting jersey pencil skirts complemented with white tees. If you’re not convinced open up Lucky, Teen Vogue, or Glamour magazine and believe me you will low ride no more.
3. CROSS BODY MESSENGER BAGS
These 70s fashion staples are making an appearance once again. And hell am I happy. These versatile lifesavers can be however small, large, sporty or chic you’d like them to be and you can find them almost anywhere. Why do I love them, because they are roomy enough for a laptop so you can replace your not so trendy backpack, they don’t force you to walk sideways so your shoulder purse doesn’t topple you over, and their ideal if you ride your bike to class. Below I’ve included a picture for some ideas. And yes that would be David Beckham. No I did not put this up just so you ladies/gents could goggle over him. I want to show you that guys too can sport the murse (man purse).
4. TIGHTS; Colored, textured, printed, expect to see it all!!!
No, I’m not talking about leggings I’m talking about full on pantyhose. The ones your mother used to dress you in for Sunday School. But before you start itching your legs think about all the fall and winter nights you’ve gone out in a dress and sworn you have gotten frost bite on your legs and toes? Now picture you legs and feet all cozy in a layer of wool or cotton. Mmm…now doesn’t that seem nice?
Tights were huge last year and don’t expect them to go away. These God sent pieces of fabric not only keep your legs warm but also make an outfit more dimensional while allowing you to extend the season of your dress and skirt wardrobe. What more would you want?! I expect to see more daring colors and prints paired with unusual mixes from our protégé designer Jenny. What do I see for campus style, I’m guessing the usual browns and blacks, maybe a few prints, and the iconic fishnets for Pimps and Ho’s frat parties.
5. ETHNIC PRINTED SCARVES
I primarily envision Vanessa coolly draped in a collage of prints and colors as she serves coffee but who knows maybe Serena will deck her neck out in one too. The reason for my infatuation with these thin pieces of fabric- because they add a dash of color to an outfit and are perfect for Fall’s unpredictable weather. You can throw one over a t-shirt before you go out one night but as the night cools down you can use it as a shawl. Already I’ve seen students draped in a plethora of patterns. Here’s some Gucci scarves photographed in Milan’s Fashion Week Fall 2008.
Gossip Girl offers it’s viewers a colorful palette of fashion ideas. From rugged Venassa, inventive jenny and polished Blair, they each have a different and creative style. So go through your closet, mix and match patterns and use them as your inspiration for a new fall style.
xoxo,
g.
(Inspired by the fashion forward Suzy)
Friday, September 5, 2008
Spotted!
At last, the long awaited season 2 of Gossip Girl has finally arrived! Yay! I can once again can divulge myself into my guilty pleasure of trashy teen drama and beautiful clothes.
Although extremely excited about catching up on my fav snobby upper East siders I unfortunately was not very impressed with the premier. Blair was once again trying to make Chuck jealous, Chuck dressed in ridiculous Brooks Brothers outfits, and that awful fake accent from the mysterious Lord, Marcus. Ugh! Eww, not to mention Mr. Dan Humphrey should not be filmed wearing white beaters anymore. He may be a sweet writer but lets keep the Fruit of the Loom shots for Nate. However, just like in true Gossip Girl fashion my annoyance was gone after the first commercial.
Although extremely excited about catching up on my fav snobby upper East siders I unfortunately was not very impressed with the premier. Blair was once again trying to make Chuck jealous, Chuck dressed in ridiculous Brooks Brothers outfits, and that awful fake accent from the mysterious Lord, Marcus. Ugh! Eww, not to mention Mr. Dan Humphrey should not be filmed wearing white beaters anymore. He may be a sweet writer but lets keep the Fruit of the Loom shots for Nate. However, just like in true Gossip Girl fashion my annoyance was gone after the first commercial.
So in case you didn’t see the first episode (which would be worse than wearing cut off jorts and a graphic Abercrombie tee) here’s what you missed…Serena has spent the summer lamenting over Dan on the Hampton shores. But to get over her sorrow Blair finally convinced her to go on a date with a boring lifeguard who failed to impress her with his Comoro. Blair has spent the summer dangling boys in front of Chuck’s face trying to make him jealous after he stood her up in Italy. She was able to snag a cute yet mundane boy by the name of “James”. He later revealed that his real was Marcus Beaton and he happened to be a Lord! Of course, Blair would be rewarded for being a conniving bitch. Chuck, was just his disgusting, pompous self. Nate has been secretly romancing an older woman, who by the way is 38. I’m not sure to swallow the throw up in my mouth or applaud Miss Catherine Mason, or shall I say Mrs. Catherine Mason, for snatching such a fine piece of ass. Dan has also been sneaking around. With Serena out of the picture he has been able to two-time ladies all over Manhattan. Who would have thought Dan had the balls? But simmer down ladies, before you start bad mouthing any boy who has done you wrong, let me tell you that he got what he deserved. When he came walked into the White Party to confess to Serena that he missed her he caught Serena and Nate in a steamy make out session which was then proceeded by two ladies pouring their colored martinis on his vintage white suit. Karma is a bitch. And of course our sweet little Jenny Humphrey; Jenny has been interning at none other than Eleanor Waldorf Designs. There she has been hastily sewing on buttons, hemming pant legs, and adding other such essentials that make every piece perfect.
The summer is just getting started and with beautiful people in the Hamptons you know you can expect to have some sexy hookups, crazy nights, and backstabbing drama this season. So if you missed this episode don’t worry you still have 23 more Monday nights to huddle up your girlfriends in front of your flat screened TVs.
So tell me what you think. Was Serena’s outfit to the White Party a little too Greek Goddess? Is Nate’s love affair too old for him? Should Blair really be with Lord Marcus Beaton even though she finds him to be dull? Until then try not to get too absorbed in the new episodes of The Hills, 90219, and One Tree Hill.
You know you love me,
g.
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