There are different types of romantic couples. There are those who sit around, staring into each other’s eyes, whispering secrets and passion-filled thoughts. Then there are the couples who seem like they’re about to punch each other every second, but all of a sudden, they’ve found a bookcase to make out behind. I’m not saying … Continue reading »
1. The Gilmores In attendance: Rory Gilmore, Lorelai Gilmore, Emily Gilmore, Lane Kim, Sookie St. James, Paris Gellar, Ms. Patty, Babette, Mama Kim, Gypsy Location: Luke’s Diner The scenario: Lorelai and Rory had been planning to host their annual Galentine’s Day brunch at the Independence Inn, but with the Inn damaged from the fire, they … Continue reading »
Oh my god, you are such a Charlotte! Okay so no one actually says that, right? But there is something rather addicting about comparing ourselves and our friends to fictional characters, especially from TV and movies. Joanna and I routinely cruise through town, windows down, singing along to Tempted by the fruit of another … Continue reading »
Congratulations, readers of inconnu! The world didn’t end. You know what that means, right? An entire slew of “Best of 2012” posts: best movies, best TV moments, best One Direction haircuts, the internet is sure to have them all. And it’s never really the best of all of 2012, is it? Just the past few months, because, you … Continue reading »
The problem with talking about “Strong Female Characters” (in quotes) is that they are often lumped together into one amorphous blob of strength, power, intelligence, beauty, and ruthlessness. People talk about them as if they are all the same – there are “strong” women and “weak” women. Really, though, our favorite ladies come in all shapes, … Continue reading »
[Foster’s Michelle and Bishop’s Fanny. At a bar.] In case you pirate literally everything and you haven’t seen any of the ads for it yet, Amy Sherman-Palladino has a new show. No, another new show (sorry, Jezebel James). I’ll skip the part about Gilmore Girls and how much I love it and get right to the goods. … Continue reading »
I’ve gotta say, straight dudes / lesbians, you’ve been pretty greedy lately. And right now, I’m kind of in the mood to take a sledge-hammer to your Manic Pixie Dream Empire. That’s right, mortals! Equality now! It’s time to end your monopoly on unreasonable romantosexual expectations. But a quick word of warning: I’m not talking … Continue reading »
It’s about double standards, y’all. Everyone tells you to be yourself. “Like yourself is this definite thing, like a toaster or something” (thanks Angela Chase). You have to wear clothing that reflects your personality, your individuality. Embrace your freaking aura or whatever. The other day, I was reading this pretty cool interview with stylist Shirley Kurata, and though … Continue reading »
