Hot Super Bowl Hook-up!
By jackie on 8 Feb 2010 | No Comments
The New Orleans Saints kicked some ass during yesterday’s Super Bowl and won 31-17 against the Indianapolis Colts
but we are far more interested in the hot celebrity romance that may have sprouted during the game!
OK Magazine reports that Alex Rodriguez (who has formerly dated Madonna and Kate Hudson) was seen slobbering all
over Hollywood actress Cameron Diaz. The two apparently met at a Super Bowl party on Saturday night in Miami.
A witness says, ““A-Rod and Cameron have been totally hooking up. They were having a great time. Cameron was grinding on A-Rod.”
Ugh, do they really need to tell us they were grinding? The mental image is enough to make me grind myjaw into oblivion.
Both Rodriguez and Diaz have quite the sordid history and collectively seem to have dated everyone in Hollywood.
We think this is likely just a Super Bowl romance (who wouldn’t get all caught up in the love and excitement
of a bunch of sweaty football players battling it out on a field?) but we are definitely going to keep our eyes
and ears open to see if we can catch these two grinding up against each other anywhere else!
Weekly Style Tip: Go Vintage!
By vanessa on 8 Feb 2010 | 1 Comment
I truly believe that every lady- and fella should have a little blast from the past in their closet. While some may not be so keen on the whole “previously-owned” part of the deal, I hope I can convince you otherwise. Here are a few reasons why you should skip the mall and head into that local vintage shop you’ve been eyeing the last while.
Vintage is GREEN: Who knew you could still treat yourself to a little shopping spree and somehow reduce consumption? Buying organic fabrics, while much better for Mother Nature, can be expensive and trendy wears are few and far between. And you don’t have to be a “hippy” or “tree hugger” to buy vintage, although I’m sure you’ll find some cute 60’s inspired threads!
Vintage is ONE OF A KIND: Every single time I wear something vin-tage (VINTAWWGE- say it out loud it sounds more pristine, huh?) my girlfriends compliment it within 0.5 seconds. Being the fashion-savvy lady I am I love nothing more than knowing no one else-unless they’re over the age of 50/a hoarder- will be wearing my timeless gem. This brings me to my next point…
Vintage is TIMELESS: My mother always said “fashion is like history, it always repeats itself”. As a child this made no sense, but I now (very regretfully) remember convincing her to throw out a sequins top and a leather pencil skirt dubbing her a pack rat. In my 21 years alone I’ve seen animal print, military jackets AND BOOTS; leggings and ripped denim (the list could go on, and on) make their way into my wardrobe a few times. No fashionista can argue that top runway designers dip into history books for a little inspiration.
Vintage is PROBABLY IN YOUR MOTHERS/GRANDMOTHERS CLOSET: I’m sure your mother has said to you once before “I used to own something identical to this when I was your age” to which my response usually is “why the hell didn’t you keep it!?” Although I convinced my mother to rid of most of her things, she has graced me with the most delicious pairs of 80’s sun and eyeglasses as well as countless belts. I also proudly wear my great grandmothers costume jewelry; the brooches, earrings and necklaces- everything is better quality AND holds sentimental value!
Vintage is NOT WHAT YOU EXPECT: The immediate reaction from the common folk is that vintage only consists of the Salvation Army and Value Village. While these are great places to discover beautiful used goods they aren’t quite time efficient. With the popularization of vintage clothing, many trendy shops have opened up and existing ones have cleaned up. If you hail from the Great White North and live in the Toronto area, 69 Vintage Clothing Company is a totally awesome place to find stunning and unique pieces that are in great condition.
So I’ve got you a little convinced, right? Keep a few more things in mind. If you’re planning to become a vintage aficionado, and if you’re a responsible consumer, you might want to pick up a guide to educate yourself on the topic. Also consider the potential for items; if the zipper has broke or button is missing then clearly it’s repairable! And last but certainly not least, mix the old with the new, we don’t want a living and breathing What Not to Wear episode!
What’s your favorite vintage item? Let us know!
He Said, She Said: Is V-Day Hot or Not?
By he said she said on 8 Feb 2010 | 1 Comment
Hey guys,
Ok, I’m dying to know what you guys think…Valentine’s Day: Hot or Not?
He Said:
Valentine’s Day can be a major headache for us men. Everything is supposed to be perfect the meal, the romantic conversation, and most importantly the gift. The anticipation for the evening can turn most men to jelly and that’s probably the reason we are not huge fans of the occasion. It is also a very pink day. Everything seems to be fluffy and cute, enough to make you chuck up your oysters. It may surprise you then, that I actually enjoy this day and urge you to do the same. Why? I hear you say, what could be so great about this girliest of days? How about the fact that you are pretty much guaranteed to get laid? I’m not talking about regular Wednesday night sex either, it’s Valentine’s Day and your girlfriend will want the night to be extra special. This means she is probably willing to try stuff that she wouldn’t normally. So that fantasy you have been too scared to ask about, try it tonight because she practically has to say YES. Perhaps your gift could also be something that’s really for your pleasure as much as hers. So embrace this pink, fluffy, vomit-inducing day and you may get more than you bargained for.
If for some reason you don’t have a girlfriend (there’s no excuse really, get yourself to HOT or NOT right now), don’t worry – there will be plenty of girls desperate for some loving come closing time at whatever club you get wasted in. They may not be the kind of girl that would get a high rating, but they will still probably be down for a good time.
Have fun, Ollie
She Said:
NOT! Since when is the commercialization of love and romance cool? Tradition or not, Valentine’s Day is the biggest scam of our time and only furthers the stereotype that men and women are not equals. How many men do you know that sit around on February 14th crying into a box of chocolates they bought themselves that no girl loves them? I bet you can’t even name one. Women on the other hand spend their entire year hoping and counting on this one day and one clueless guy to validate their self-worth. If we expect this much from our male counterparts on this particular day, why can’t we learn to love ourselves enough to expect this kind of treatment every day of the year? Does love just stop existing on February 15th? Hell no!
Come on girls, it’s 2010. We have evolved long past relying on a man to make us happy and to buy us cheesy, over-priced novelty gifts on a day the greeting card companies are capitalizing on to fill an economic void between Christmas and Easter! We place too much pressure on guys to be perfect and to plan an epic, romantic and ultimately unrealistic day just so that we can sleep happy at night knowing that someone loves us. It seems to me that the most “love-filled” day of the year is actually the most depressing and terrifying day for a woman, especially if she’s single. Remember, you are an awesome, intelligent and beautiful woman and you do NOT need Valentine’s Day or some man to convince you of this! No guy should determine how you feel about yourself, so get out there and love yourself first and foremost! Fuck Valentine’s Day!
Keep your chin up, Jackie
So, what’s the verdict – is Valentine’s Day HOT or NOT?
Love Stuff Link Round-Up
By anna on 5 Feb 2010 | No Comments
Here’s a round-up of some Valentine’s Day-inspired links to entertain you on this Friday-afternoon.
- Planning on getting down and dirty this V-Day? Well, hold up and take it one step at a time. Instructables has a very detailed (if overly earnest) back-to-basics tutorial on how to kiss. It goes in depth on all aspects of the pre-, post-, and mid-smooch between you and your sweetie, and it could prove to be a valuable refresher if you’re rusty or if you want to put some thought into improving your lip-locking skills with your partner.
- Does doing dirty deeds in a public place thrill you? It definitely does the trick for some people! According to the Daily Contributor, a restaurant in Toronto, Canada is encouraging it’s patrons to get it on in the restaurant’s unisex bathroom on Valentine’s Day. Mildred’s Temple Kitchen (the restaurant in question) has even hired a maid to keep the bathrooms spotless. This gimmick seems to be working, since the restaurant is fully booked for V-Day weekend!
- For you ladies who’ve got some manly men to impress this Valentine’s Day, DoobyBrain.com found a real winner: this RoboCop Valentine’s Day card being sold on Etsy. Show your man how much you appreciate him with this gorgeous limited-quantity print and let him know that he’s indeed “Part man. Part machine.”
Top 25 Songs to Knock Boots to
By roseanna on 5 Feb 2010 | 2 Comments
With Valentine’s Day quickly approaching, what better way to set the mood for you and your object of affection than some good old ‘fire in your pants’ tunes? Whether you’re taking it sweet and slow or grinding it down hard and fast, we’ve got the ammo…. now cock, aim and SHOOT!
Disclaimer: Don’t be mad at us if this doesn’t work for you…. there’s only so much we can do! Lay on the charm for God sakes!
25. Boyz 2 Men – “I’ll Make Love To You” (Start out sappy. Gawd! Don’t you know anything!?)
24. Ne-Yo – “Say It”
23. Nine Inch Nails – “Closer”
22. Kanye West – “Say You Will”
21. Savage Garden – “Truly Madly Deeply”
20. Justin Timberlake feat T.I – “My Love”
19. Stylistics – “Betcha by Golly WOW” (Yeah, I had to…sue me.)
18. John Meyer – “Your Body Is A Wonderland”
17. Goo Goo Dolls – “Iris”
16. Dave Matthews Band – “Crash Into Me”
15. Lady GaGa – “LoveGame”
14. Beyonce – “Naughty Girl” (Hey, sometimes you gotta get down with it!)
13. Robin Thicke – “Sex Therapy” (Personal FAV, if I do say so myself.)
12. Etta James – “At Last”
11. Plain White T’s – “Delilah”
10. Rick James – “Super Freak”
9. Guns N Roses – “November Rain” (Sure, the ending isn’t so happy but by then you’ll be passed out and sweaty.)
8. Aerosmith – “Don’t Wanna Miss A Thing”
7. Chantal Kreviazuk – “Before You”
6. Teedra Moses – “Backstroke”
5. Ginuwine – “Pony” (Come on, you know the video turned you on!)
4. Snoop Dogg ft. Akon – “I Wanna **** You” (I mean, if you wanna be straight up with it then, hey.)
3. Britney Spears – “Toxic”
2. Keri Hilson – “Slow Dance”
And the moment you’ve all been waiting for… the number one song to own his throne, park your car in her garage to, ride that joystick till kingdom come and show her (or him) who motherfrickin DADDY is!
1. Marvin Gaye – “Let’s Get It On”
Well ladies and gents, freaks and freakers, Barbies and Kens…Divas and, well…Divas… there you have it! So get your search engine going and download these lovemaking faves and start pumpin’ up the volume! I hope your libido has been inspired; your love juices started flowing not to mention those Va Jay Jays yearning and make this day an unforgettable one for you and your honey of choice!
What are your favorite songs to knock boots to? Your ideal V-Day playlist? Share in the comments!
Weekly Celeb News: From HOT to NOT!
By katie on 5 Feb 2010 | No Comments
Haiti Relief, Madonna’s Love Life, and American Psychos
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1. Celebrity donation – John Mayer flexed his humanitarian muscles and donated $500,000 to the American Red Cross, along with his ditty “The Heart of Life,” which will be used in a spot that supports Haiti relief efforts. |
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2. Jesus dumps Madonna – Surprisingly, Luz was the one who walked away from Madge, who is 28 years older than the Brazilian DJ/model, due to the enormous age gap between them and their lack of common interests. Or, maybe the super-hottie thought about it for 15 seconds and realized that, in the Bible, Madonna is Jesus’ mother. And that’s just kinda weird. |
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3. Fall Out Boy disbands – Pete Wentz confirmed this not-so-shocking, nor disappointing, news on his blog earlier this week. Maybe now that he’ll be touring less, he can be Mr. Mom and let his wildly talented wife, Ashley, have a shot at superstardom. Perhaps motherhood has improved her chops? |
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4. Lady Gaga gets inked – Gaga honored her fans, whom she lovingly calls her “Little Monsters,” by getting the moniker tattooed onto the arm she uses to hold her mic. Precious. |
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5. JWOWW quits smoking – Which means she’ll probably live longer, which means _____________. |
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6. American Psycho on Broadway – Brett Easton Ellis’ serial-killer classic will soon hit the stage. The book was difficult to swallow and seeing it in moving pictures was even harder to digest. Witnessing the lead characters’ horrific murders unfold on stage and set to (presumably) creepy music sends shivers down our spines. |
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The Hottest Couples in Hollywood!
By jackie on 4 Feb 2010 | 1 Comment
1. David Beckham and Victoria “Posh” Beckham
We have to admit we never expected international soccer superstar David Beckham and Spice Girl Victoria Beckham (nee Adams) to last as long as they have. Married in 1999 and three boys later, this ridiculously hot couple is still going strong and proving to us all that sometimes Hollywood marriages really DO work. These two truly seem to be the most perfect and gorgeous couple on the planet and we wish we knew their secret. Perhaps when you’re THAT beautiful, everything else in your life just works out perfectly? Yep, we are totally jealous.
2. Zac Efron and Vanessa Hudgens
High School Musical stars Zac Efron and Vanessa Hudgens met on the set of their movie and have been a hot couple to reckon with ever since. No one thinks ‘tween superstars will last but these Disney sweethearts are standing the test of time and photographs of the two of them together just melt our cold, cold hearts. No word on any upcoming nuptials but we wouldn’t be surprised to hear of an engagement announcement in 2010! Plus, we want to give these two some kind of an award for having the best hair of any other couple in Hollywood!
3. John Krasinski and Emily Blunt
He’s the star of The Office and you may know her from The Devil Wears Prada. They recently became engaged in August of 2009 and we are practically giddy with excitement to see the wedding pictures. While it’s hard for us to imagine “Jim” with anyone else but “Pam”, we think these two are just so darn adorable and are crossing our fingers that they start making cute little babies in the very near future!
4. Tom Brady and Gisele Bundchen
Sure, let’s just forget for a moment that when these two first hooked up, supermodel Gisele Bundchen practically stole football star Tom Brady from another woman who was carrying his child but that’s not important right now. What is important is that these two unbelievably hot people are now married and have another kid (I guess to replace the one he ditched?) and are doing a good job of out-hotting every other couple in Hollywood. We’re not convinced these two will make it in the long run (once a cheater, always a cheater!) but we will continue to enjoy their mutual beauty it while it lasts.
5. Russell Brand and Katy Perry
This is the newest couple on our list but we couldn’t resist including them with these other heavy-hitting couples. Shock comedian Russell Brand and pop star Katy Perry met back in September 2009 and are now rumored to be engaged to be married. She likes to kiss girls and he seems permanently dirty to us (it’s called a shower, Russell), but when love hits there’s just no stopping it. Like Tom Brady and Gisele Bundchen, we think this relationship has “DOOMED” written all over it but for now they make for the cutest and edgiest couple in Hollywood.
Cheap Valentine’s Day Date Ideas
By anna on 4 Feb 2010 | No Comments
If you’re single on Valentine’s Day, maybe you should consider yourself lucky for once. With unemployment rates skyrocketing, some of us just can’t afford to shell out the cash for drinks, a fancy dinner, and a flashy piece of jewellery this time around. However, if you’ve got a guy or gal expecting a memorable and romantic night this Valentine’s Day, then we’ve got your back. Here are some wallet-friendly date ideas:
Cook dinner at home – this is the simplest and easiest way to both save money and impress your sweetheart. You can whip up a gourmet meal for a lot less than you’d be charged at a restaurant, and you won’t spend V-Day surrounded by other couples being all lovey-dovey. Even if you’re no pro in the kitchen, go for it anyway. Your date will appreciate the effort all that much more.
Have a romantic date night-in – this goes right along with cooking dinner at home: if you have a bathtub, you’re golden. Set your bathroom up with some candles, speakers playing some sexy tunes (keep these as far away from the water as possible, of course), and don’t be stingy with the bubble bath. Or you could kick back with your favorite movie and a big bowl of popcorn. The possibilities are only as endless as your imagination and can be virtually free.
Free and sexy games* – turn up the heat and the fun in your own living room by challenging your date to a game of strip poker. Or strip anything, for that matter! Use what you’ve got to get you both in the mood for love. *This is really only recommended as a follow-up to a thoughtful home-cooked dinner.
Go out – if you’re determined to go out, then do it on the cheap! Weather permitting, take a long walk to a scenic or romantic place that may have some significance to the two of you (or maybe it will just have significance from now on, wink wink). Even the simplest activity can be special if you put in the effort to make it that way!
Keep in mind, a date who gets huffy or acts disappointed in your non-flashy Valentine’s Day evening just because you can’t spare the dough probably isn’t worth keeping around for much longer anyway!
Or, you can take a look at our V-Day date ideas for the less budget conscious.
Hottie of the Week: Daniel
By katie on 4 Feb 2010 | No Comments
Intro 
Who doesn’t love a man in uniform? Helps when the man under the fatigues is as sexy as this guy!
Daniel is 24 years young and is currently serving in Afghanistan with the United States Army. He’s stationed at Fort Bragg, N.C. The strapping soldier loves family, music, food, and good friends.
What’s HOT?
Women who are themselves and don’t put up a front to impress you. Deep conversation with a confident woman. All-natural women – no press-on nails and not too much make-up because beauty is free.
What’s NOT?
Women who are treated badly. It’s not hot to lie. Someone who doesn’t have confidence.
Wanna see more pics of this military hottie? Check out his HOT or NOT profile and send him a message – STAT!
Most Romantic Movies of All Time
By jackie on 3 Feb 2010 | 1 Comment
There is no better time than Valentine’s Day to revisit your favorite romantic movies. Here is our top 5 picks for Most Romantic Movies of All Time!
1. Love Story (1970)
Music aficionado Jennifer Cavalleri (Ali MacGraw) and future lawyer Oliver Barrett IV (Ryan O’Neal) are two Harvard students who fall in love despite their obviously different social backgrounds. Barrett is a wimpy rich boy and Cavalleri is a poor girl with a chip on her shoulder but when you put them together, sparks fly and witty insults are traded in the finest form. Cavalleri is eventually diagnosed with incurable cancer and the tragic ending is sure to make you weep for days. Favorite quote: “Love means never having to say you’re sorry.”
2. 500 Days of Summer (2009)
This movie may not be the most chipper romantic comedy of all time, but it sure is an accurate reflection of our generation’s bitter romantic tendencies. Tom Hansen (Joseph Gordon-Levitt) and Summer Finn (Zooey Deschanel) star in this charming comedy where love ultimately does not conquer all, despite what we’ve all been told. Hansen is obsessively in love with Finn and while she plays along as the role of quirky girlfriend, her heart just isn’t in it. The ending is so out of the norm, it’s downright disappointing. This movie may not renew your shattered faith in everlasting love, but at least it reminds us that it might still be out there. Somewhere. Maybe?? Favorite quote: “Just because she’s likes the same bizzaro crap you do doesn’t mean she’s your soul mate.”
3. Titanic (1997)
Yes we know, this movie is cheesy, overrated and the girl lets her boyfriend drown in the freezing cold water instead of switching up turns on the makeshift raft but Leonardo DiCaprio and Kate Winslet almost had us convinced that there is no greater love than that of two people from complete opposite worlds who come together on a huge boat. Based on a sort of true story (yes, there was a ship called the Titanic and yes, it sunk), Jack Dawson and Rose DeWitt Bukater come from two very different backgrounds but ultimately find love with each other. And then the boat sinks. It’s tragic, heartbreaking and actually a very beautiful love story, despite the obvious over-the-top cheesiness. Favorite quote: “I’m the king of the world!”
4. Pretty Woman (1990)
Giving hope to hookers everywhere, Julia Roberts stars as Vivian Ward, a street smart prostitute who doesn’t kiss on the lips in this classic romantic comedy. Richard Gere plays the sexy and successful Edward Lewis who swoops in and woos Vivian into a life of luxury while maintaining the idea that their time together has a clear expiration date. Once that expiry date hits, the hooker and the rich man realize there may be more in store for them beyond the traditional cash for sex deal and naturally, trouble ensues. Plus, no matter how many times we watch it, when Vivian verbally slams the snotty sales lady on Rodeo Drive, we women go crazy with joy. Favorite quote: “I appreciate this whole seduction thing you’ve got going on here, but let me give you a tip: I’m a sure thing. “
5. When Harry Met Sally (1989)
Billy Crystal and Meg Ryan (pre-botched face) star in this unconventional romantic comedy that gives us new insight into where and how love can blossom and it’s not always conventional! Though they start out as irritated enemies, Harry Burns (Crystal) and Sally Albright (Ryan) begin to form a friendship based on sharing scorned stories of their relationships gone wrong. After years of random meetings and endless conversations about everything love related, Burns and Albright begin to see each other and their relationship in a different light. This movie has a typical 1980s happy ending but frankly, it melts our heart every time. Favorite quote: “How much worse can it get than finishing dinner, having him reach over, pull a hair out of my head and start flossing with it at the table?”
What are your favorite romance movies? Leave your comments below!
