So lately, I feel like I've had a hard time keeping up with the times. I suppose being a meemaw can do that to you. But there are so many great new restuarants in Nashville [that I've never heard of, much less been to], so many great new bands [that I've never heard of, much less seen], so frankly, sometimes I think I am on the forefront of something when really I'm about 6 months behind.
All that to say, I THINK I have found some killer new music. And if it ain't new to you, could you just pretend this one time? It will help my meemaw heart smile.
Recently, while on a cross country road trip, me and my bestie [obviously] rocked out to some Robyn "Body Talk". And I kept thinking, man, when is this biotch gonna put out a new album??
Well, I have found a substitute until we get some new goodies from Mizz R. I give you, Mr Little Jeans.
That's right. The name is weird. And I LIKE it!
I mean, her real name is Monica and 1) that's kind of a boring name and 2) we already have one of those. Know what we don't have? A Mr Little Jeans.
If you're into Robyn or even Fiona Apple [laced with some sick beats] or EVEN BETTER, Arcade ire covers, then check this lady out. Me thinks you'll likey.
Thursday, March 27, 2014
Friday, March 21, 2014
It's Finally Happened
The end is nigh guys.
Forget about the crazy, Biblical Blood Moons that are happening in the upcoming months, or the terrifying horoscope forecast for April, something else is making people panic, sending them to the streets in mobs, awaiting the sun to explode or an aesteroid to hit Earth.
Kim Kardashian is on the cover of Vogue.
Those of you not so much in the know might say "But Lela, she is on the cover of EVERY magazine ALWAYS."
Fair point.
But not Vogue. No, no, no, no, no, nooo. Anna Wintour has a strong taste in her mouth about Ms. K, and it ain't a sweet one. In the past she has called Kim K "The worst thing since socks and sandals" [OUCH!] and even went as far as banning her from the 2012 Metropolitan Museum of Art Costume Institute Gala. For my redneck friends, that's a Real Fancy Ball Y'all.
But then......a baby changed everything.
You see, North West, the adorably faced but unfortunately named child of Kanye West and Kim Kardashian, is one of the hardest celeb babies to get a scoop on! Kanye is notoriously private [except when he's beating down paparazzo's at the airport] and despite Kim's reality show Queen status, the baby has yet to be on the show. Aside from a couple of Instagram pictures, there has been no exclusive on the baby.
Well, nobody plays hard to get with Anna Wintour.
So if putting that baby's momma on the cover of the magazine is what it takes to get a video exclusive of sweet little North, then that is what the Ice Queen had to do!
Notes: this dress as well as the others she is wearing in the video are all GORGEOUS. I am green with envy. Also, as pointed out by a friend, what is with Kims hands in this photo? Kanye is clearly very intimate with her here while she is responding to him in a very bizarre "I'm not actually going to touch you" way while give dead sex eyes to the camera. It's a little strange.
In conclusion: Does anyone know where I can get my own, personal North West?
Forget about the crazy, Biblical Blood Moons that are happening in the upcoming months, or the terrifying horoscope forecast for April, something else is making people panic, sending them to the streets in mobs, awaiting the sun to explode or an aesteroid to hit Earth.
Kim Kardashian is on the cover of Vogue.
Those of you not so much in the know might say "But Lela, she is on the cover of EVERY magazine ALWAYS."
Fair point.
But not Vogue. No, no, no, no, no, nooo. Anna Wintour has a strong taste in her mouth about Ms. K, and it ain't a sweet one. In the past she has called Kim K "The worst thing since socks and sandals" [OUCH!] and even went as far as banning her from the 2012 Metropolitan Museum of Art Costume Institute Gala. For my redneck friends, that's a Real Fancy Ball Y'all.
But then......a baby changed everything.
You see, North West, the adorably faced but unfortunately named child of Kanye West and Kim Kardashian, is one of the hardest celeb babies to get a scoop on! Kanye is notoriously private [except when he's beating down paparazzo's at the airport] and despite Kim's reality show Queen status, the baby has yet to be on the show. Aside from a couple of Instagram pictures, there has been no exclusive on the baby.
Well, nobody plays hard to get with Anna Wintour.
So if putting that baby's momma on the cover of the magazine is what it takes to get a video exclusive of sweet little North, then that is what the Ice Queen had to do!
Notes: this dress as well as the others she is wearing in the video are all GORGEOUS. I am green with envy. Also, as pointed out by a friend, what is with Kims hands in this photo? Kanye is clearly very intimate with her here while she is responding to him in a very bizarre "I'm not actually going to touch you" way while give dead sex eyes to the camera. It's a little strange.
In conclusion: Does anyone know where I can get my own, personal North West?
Wednesday, September 25, 2013
Emmys 2013 Fashion Recap
People are always bagging on awards shows and it seems as though that is especially true when it comes to the Emmys. I personally rather enjoyed this Sunday's Emmys, although it was slightly death-centric but, then again, a number of key people died.
Anyway, this stuff is boring, let's talk about the fashion!
To start, I get my red carpet jollies from E! and may I just say, I am deeply concerned about Giuliana Ransic. We are past the point of "naturally thin" at this point. May I also say that Ryan Seacrest still annoys me to no end and that the Intern Ross/ Kelly Osborne combo is my favorite [and I wish I could subtley drop myself into that combo and do red carpet dish with them].
Ok, so here's the good stuff......
LOVE IT
We should come to expect nothing less than perfection from the host of one of the premier shows about fashion design. I think we all know that I love anything that sparkles, but I'm also obsessed with the oxblood color that is so huge for fall. Put them together and you have the perfection that is Heidi Klum's dress.
LEAVE IT
This dress is so boring and matronly and she totally clashes with the red carpet which ain't a good look.
MEH
This Cobie Smulders dress gives me flashbacks to the horrific Anne Hathaway Oscars dress fiasco BUT at the same time I don't hate it. The structure is beautiful and the color is only slightly boring. Needs more jewelry. Ladies, always remember, a strapless dress is your most fantastic opportunity for a statement necklace. That little piece of advice was free.
LOVE IT
I mean, obviously this is a yes. How could it not be? That dress! Those boobs! The color! I want to know how they matched her dress almost exactly to the red carpet. Red lace is super sexy and muy Latin so this seems like a perfect choice for Sofia.
LEAVE IT
Ok, I actually really like 98% of this dress but it gets a LEAVE IT due to the no pants/ no lining situation! Can someone please explain to me what is with the phenomenon of "let's look like we are figure skaters OR that we are just in our underwear"? I simply do not get it. This dress is beautiful otherwise. Also- NEEDS MORE JEWELRY. See above.
MEH
The color of this dress is delightful, I just think it's super boring and safe. Also, NEEDS MORE JEWELRY. See above! And while you're at it, see www.stelladot.com/leeanncarlen. I should have shared that with you guys prior to the Emmys. My bad on that one!
LOVE IT
Flawless. I wouldnt be mad at some larger earrings, but this dress is divine.
LEAVE IT
Kerry Washington usually brings her A game on the red carpet, but I am just not feeling this look.
MEH
Ok, I actually kind of like this dress and think it is super appropriate for Lena and her personality. My issue mainly lies with the make up and the hair. Now, I can't hate too hard on the hair because that is likely what mine will look like in a few short months, but was the turqoise inner eye really necessary? Me thinks no.
LOVE IT
Robin Wright is showing us all how to do black without the boring. I love this dress.
LEAVE IT
Now I love me some Connie Britton like no other, but this dress is about 10 peacock feather shades of wrong. What the what? People already think Nashville is podunk- don't muss up our reputation any further with this shenangen of a dress!
MEH
I think this is beautiful, but I also think it looks like it could have come from the Anthropologie website and that I might be wearing it to my cousins wedding next year. Bump up your game January.
LOVE IT
I feel like Julie Bowen must have an incredible stylist because she always looks so great on the red carpet while almost always doing something different than she's done before. I absolutely love this dress. I love that the bodice is detailed and detailed with the unexpected sleeve, but is still tame enough to compliment the flare at the bottom. Well done!
LEAVE IT
In the words of my friend "Why does Carrie Underwood think she's a Disney princess?" I just don't like this dress- it looks like she's going to prom. I do appreciate that she wore a necklace with a strapless dress [finally] but even though I'm sure that necklace is from Fred Leighton or something else equally fancy, the dress makes the necklace look like it came from Claire's. Also- put some highlights in your hair.
MEH
There's nothing wrong with this dress or this look overall, I just feel like we have seen this look from Tina before and I would love to see her take a chance and do something different.
LOVE IT
Ok, I think this look is just oh so chic. If I were a size 00, I would wear this everyday of my life. To work, to the gym, to concerts, to church. It's just so simplistically fabulous. However- Rose I'm concerned with how skinny you are getting.
LEAVE IT
Erm, is she on her way to an Italian funeral? This dress just makes me feel sad.
MEH
Again, nothing particularly wrong with this look, I just feel like Purple Satin reminds me of prom [probably because one of my prom dresses was this exact fabric and color. Trendsetter, I know.]
LOVE IT
Now, all the young starlets can take a tip from Leslie Mann on how to do the exposed leg while wearing a long dress- this is the way. It doesn't look like she's a figure skater or that you can see her underwear, its just an interesting fadeout on the skirt of a dress. I also happen to love the design pattern on this dress. It's a win all around.
LEAVE IT
WHY ARE ALL OF THESE GIRLS SO OPPOSED TO NECKLACES? I love the color of this dress but I hate the rest. The End.
MEH
I just don't think the detailing on the hips is enough to make this dress interesting. You can do better Amy.
LOVE IT
Now this is a DRESS. First of all, I am loving Kate Mara's hair. Secondly, the intricate, lacey top of this dress is to die for and the long, sleek skirt with the pleat is making my heart hurt it's so good. Well done!
LEAVE IT
I mean, seriously- what is this dress? Giuliana usually kills it, but I just cannot deal with this today.
MEH
Now I do actually love this dress but Sarah Hyland is a young girl and I feel like overall this look makes her look much older than she actually is.
LOVE IT
This dress is so perfect for a 13 year old girl. It's fashionable, but comletely age appropriate. Also, I can't get over how much Kieman Shipka is starting to look like Emma Watson. She is an adorable teenager.
LEAVE IT
Um.....yeah, no. I can kind of appreciate that Zooey is maybe trying to not be so damn quirky all the time, but really? A Baby Blue satin dress? I just can't.
MEH
I think I like this dress, I'm just not 100% sure. There is something about the look that is holding me back from liking it, but I'm having a hard time putting my finger on it. I am actually ok with the fact that she isn't wearing a necklace because she has the sparkly detail on the hip. It gets a "Meh" cause I'm just not sure.
LOVE IT
I mean.....I can't. This dress is so perfect. SHE is so perfect. All of this is just so perfect. I need this dress to be in my closet asap, and then I'm going to need a place to wear it. This might be my favorite dress of the evening.
LEAVE IT
Did she get this dress at New York and Company? It's not cute and it's also not terribly flattering. YOU CAN DO BETTER, MINDY!
MEH
I want to like this dress......but I just don't. Probably because SHE ISN'T WEARING A NECKLACE.
LOVE IT
Padma, Padma, Padma, always bringing the elegance and class. Loving this look.
LEAVE IT
I think this kind of goes without saying. Awkward acceptance speech, terrible dress choice.
MEH
OK, in all actuality, I LOVE this dress. I'm giving it a "Meh" because I can't quite decern what is going on with the collar and also because it kind of looks like she got it from Free People. But I love Free People, and therefore I don't totally hate this.
LOVE IT
I think Zosia is killing it with this dress. It's very on trend with the watercolor florals but also super original and elegant at the same time. I don't actually know who made this dress but my guess is that it might be Zac Posen. If you actually know, please leave it in the comments! [I'm obviously too lazy for Google today]
LEAVE IT
Um.........hey Big Bird! This look gets an all around NO! Let's start at the top- bangs are not for everyone- they just aren't! That particular shade of blonde is one that I'm only used to seeing on meth heads in my hometown who are buying Newports in the gas station while barefoot. And that dress- WOOF! The cut and shape of the dress isn't terrible, but I think it would look better on someone who had a few extra pounds to carry in their waist- it would hide it well. Anna Farris is super thin and therefore does not need any interesting draping across her midsection. And no one needs that color. Ever.
MEH
I mean, "meh" is pretty much all I have for this. There's nothing terrible about it but there's also nothing super special. It just is.
LOVE IT
I just love this whole look and can't wait for my hair to be that color and length.
LEAVE IT
She looks like a sparkly cat woman! Also, a word to the ladies who are super thin- Enjoy it. Just be. Don't try to add weird hips via a dress because it just looks......weird.
MEH
The draping of this dress is kind of nice, but the hideous black motif on the bright white is a little stark and makes my eyes hurt a little. Also, say it with me.......can we get a necklace here?
And that wraps up my Emmy's Fashion Recap! I hope you enjoyed it and at least somewhat agreed!
Anyway, this stuff is boring, let's talk about the fashion!
To start, I get my red carpet jollies from E! and may I just say, I am deeply concerned about Giuliana Ransic. We are past the point of "naturally thin" at this point. May I also say that Ryan Seacrest still annoys me to no end and that the Intern Ross/ Kelly Osborne combo is my favorite [and I wish I could subtley drop myself into that combo and do red carpet dish with them].
Ok, so here's the good stuff......
LOVE IT
We should come to expect nothing less than perfection from the host of one of the premier shows about fashion design. I think we all know that I love anything that sparkles, but I'm also obsessed with the oxblood color that is so huge for fall. Put them together and you have the perfection that is Heidi Klum's dress.
LEAVE IT
This dress is so boring and matronly and she totally clashes with the red carpet which ain't a good look.
MEH
This Cobie Smulders dress gives me flashbacks to the horrific Anne Hathaway Oscars dress fiasco BUT at the same time I don't hate it. The structure is beautiful and the color is only slightly boring. Needs more jewelry. Ladies, always remember, a strapless dress is your most fantastic opportunity for a statement necklace. That little piece of advice was free.
LOVE IT
I mean, obviously this is a yes. How could it not be? That dress! Those boobs! The color! I want to know how they matched her dress almost exactly to the red carpet. Red lace is super sexy and muy Latin so this seems like a perfect choice for Sofia.
LEAVE IT
Ok, I actually really like 98% of this dress but it gets a LEAVE IT due to the no pants/ no lining situation! Can someone please explain to me what is with the phenomenon of "let's look like we are figure skaters OR that we are just in our underwear"? I simply do not get it. This dress is beautiful otherwise. Also- NEEDS MORE JEWELRY. See above.
MEH
The color of this dress is delightful, I just think it's super boring and safe. Also, NEEDS MORE JEWELRY. See above! And while you're at it, see www.stelladot.com/leeanncarlen. I should have shared that with you guys prior to the Emmys. My bad on that one!
LOVE IT
Flawless. I wouldnt be mad at some larger earrings, but this dress is divine.
LEAVE IT
Kerry Washington usually brings her A game on the red carpet, but I am just not feeling this look.
MEH
Ok, I actually kind of like this dress and think it is super appropriate for Lena and her personality. My issue mainly lies with the make up and the hair. Now, I can't hate too hard on the hair because that is likely what mine will look like in a few short months, but was the turqoise inner eye really necessary? Me thinks no.
LOVE IT
Robin Wright is showing us all how to do black without the boring. I love this dress.
LEAVE IT
Now I love me some Connie Britton like no other, but this dress is about 10 peacock feather shades of wrong. What the what? People already think Nashville is podunk- don't muss up our reputation any further with this shenangen of a dress!
MEH
I think this is beautiful, but I also think it looks like it could have come from the Anthropologie website and that I might be wearing it to my cousins wedding next year. Bump up your game January.
LOVE IT
I feel like Julie Bowen must have an incredible stylist because she always looks so great on the red carpet while almost always doing something different than she's done before. I absolutely love this dress. I love that the bodice is detailed and detailed with the unexpected sleeve, but is still tame enough to compliment the flare at the bottom. Well done!
LEAVE IT
In the words of my friend "Why does Carrie Underwood think she's a Disney princess?" I just don't like this dress- it looks like she's going to prom. I do appreciate that she wore a necklace with a strapless dress [finally] but even though I'm sure that necklace is from Fred Leighton or something else equally fancy, the dress makes the necklace look like it came from Claire's. Also- put some highlights in your hair.
MEH
There's nothing wrong with this dress or this look overall, I just feel like we have seen this look from Tina before and I would love to see her take a chance and do something different.
LOVE IT
Ok, I think this look is just oh so chic. If I were a size 00, I would wear this everyday of my life. To work, to the gym, to concerts, to church. It's just so simplistically fabulous. However- Rose I'm concerned with how skinny you are getting.
LEAVE IT
Erm, is she on her way to an Italian funeral? This dress just makes me feel sad.
MEH
Again, nothing particularly wrong with this look, I just feel like Purple Satin reminds me of prom [probably because one of my prom dresses was this exact fabric and color. Trendsetter, I know.]
LOVE IT
Now, all the young starlets can take a tip from Leslie Mann on how to do the exposed leg while wearing a long dress- this is the way. It doesn't look like she's a figure skater or that you can see her underwear, its just an interesting fadeout on the skirt of a dress. I also happen to love the design pattern on this dress. It's a win all around.
LEAVE IT
WHY ARE ALL OF THESE GIRLS SO OPPOSED TO NECKLACES? I love the color of this dress but I hate the rest. The End.
MEH
I just don't think the detailing on the hips is enough to make this dress interesting. You can do better Amy.
LOVE IT
Now this is a DRESS. First of all, I am loving Kate Mara's hair. Secondly, the intricate, lacey top of this dress is to die for and the long, sleek skirt with the pleat is making my heart hurt it's so good. Well done!
LEAVE IT
I mean, seriously- what is this dress? Giuliana usually kills it, but I just cannot deal with this today.
MEH
Now I do actually love this dress but Sarah Hyland is a young girl and I feel like overall this look makes her look much older than she actually is.
LOVE IT
This dress is so perfect for a 13 year old girl. It's fashionable, but comletely age appropriate. Also, I can't get over how much Kieman Shipka is starting to look like Emma Watson. She is an adorable teenager.
LEAVE IT
Um.....yeah, no. I can kind of appreciate that Zooey is maybe trying to not be so damn quirky all the time, but really? A Baby Blue satin dress? I just can't.
MEH
I think I like this dress, I'm just not 100% sure. There is something about the look that is holding me back from liking it, but I'm having a hard time putting my finger on it. I am actually ok with the fact that she isn't wearing a necklace because she has the sparkly detail on the hip. It gets a "Meh" cause I'm just not sure.
LOVE IT
I mean.....I can't. This dress is so perfect. SHE is so perfect. All of this is just so perfect. I need this dress to be in my closet asap, and then I'm going to need a place to wear it. This might be my favorite dress of the evening.
LEAVE IT
Did she get this dress at New York and Company? It's not cute and it's also not terribly flattering. YOU CAN DO BETTER, MINDY!
MEH
I want to like this dress......but I just don't. Probably because SHE ISN'T WEARING A NECKLACE.
LOVE IT
Padma, Padma, Padma, always bringing the elegance and class. Loving this look.
LEAVE IT
I think this kind of goes without saying. Awkward acceptance speech, terrible dress choice.
MEH
OK, in all actuality, I LOVE this dress. I'm giving it a "Meh" because I can't quite decern what is going on with the collar and also because it kind of looks like she got it from Free People. But I love Free People, and therefore I don't totally hate this.
LOVE IT
I think Zosia is killing it with this dress. It's very on trend with the watercolor florals but also super original and elegant at the same time. I don't actually know who made this dress but my guess is that it might be Zac Posen. If you actually know, please leave it in the comments! [I'm obviously too lazy for Google today]
LEAVE IT
Um.........hey Big Bird! This look gets an all around NO! Let's start at the top- bangs are not for everyone- they just aren't! That particular shade of blonde is one that I'm only used to seeing on meth heads in my hometown who are buying Newports in the gas station while barefoot. And that dress- WOOF! The cut and shape of the dress isn't terrible, but I think it would look better on someone who had a few extra pounds to carry in their waist- it would hide it well. Anna Farris is super thin and therefore does not need any interesting draping across her midsection. And no one needs that color. Ever.
MEH
I mean, "meh" is pretty much all I have for this. There's nothing terrible about it but there's also nothing super special. It just is.
LOVE IT
I just love this whole look and can't wait for my hair to be that color and length.
LEAVE IT
She looks like a sparkly cat woman! Also, a word to the ladies who are super thin- Enjoy it. Just be. Don't try to add weird hips via a dress because it just looks......weird.
MEH
The draping of this dress is kind of nice, but the hideous black motif on the bright white is a little stark and makes my eyes hurt a little. Also, say it with me.......can we get a necklace here?
And that wraps up my Emmy's Fashion Recap! I hope you enjoyed it and at least somewhat agreed!
Monday, September 16, 2013
Friday, September 13, 2013
So, So Good
Sometimes Noah Gundersen is so good it makes me want to cry.
SerialBox Presents: NOAH GUNDERSEN from SerialBox Presents on Vimeo.
SerialBox Presents: NOAH GUNDERSEN from SerialBox Presents on Vimeo.
Monday, September 9, 2013
MUSIC MONDAY
Whew! Happy Monday you guys! Hope everyone had a fantastic weekend- let's check out some new music, eh?
It's amazing to me how quickly Lorde has blown up. I myself only discovered her about 6 weeks ago and suddenly in the past few weeks she seems to be everywhere [as acknowledged in my recent Saints of Valory post].
This teen out of New Zealand is making fresh indie pop musc with a hint of gangsta R&B. Her song "Royals" has been covered many times over and is super worthy of the praise, but she's got other good shiz too. Her debut album "Pure Heroine" is out September 30th, so be on the lookout.
Check out some of her tunes below and let me know what you think in the comments!
It's amazing to me how quickly Lorde has blown up. I myself only discovered her about 6 weeks ago and suddenly in the past few weeks she seems to be everywhere [as acknowledged in my recent Saints of Valory post].
This teen out of New Zealand is making fresh indie pop musc with a hint of gangsta R&B. Her song "Royals" has been covered many times over and is super worthy of the praise, but she's got other good shiz too. Her debut album "Pure Heroine" is out September 30th, so be on the lookout.
Check out some of her tunes below and let me know what you think in the comments!
Tuesday, September 3, 2013
Tuesday Tunesday
I have missed the past two Music Mondays but at least yesterday I had a great excuse- it was (No) Labor Day! Lezbehonest, days off work are my favorite. One day soon I will figure out a way to do all of my work from the beach, but until then, random Mondays off will just have to do.
This morning I am listening to Nashville's own Moon Taxi. USA Today is streaming their new album, Mountains Beaches Cities until it's release next week on September 10th.
Check it out here and give your workweek a little jumpstart!
This morning I am listening to Nashville's own Moon Taxi. USA Today is streaming their new album, Mountains Beaches Cities until it's release next week on September 10th.
Check it out here and give your workweek a little jumpstart!
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