Film & Animation · Film in Review
By nature, best-of-the-year lists are a ubiquitous, pointless and a somewhat silly tradition. Why do you need someone to tell you what was good and what wasn’t in a given year? You and you alone are your own judge and arbiter of taste. Still, the role of critics in culture, (continued…)
Graffiti and grunge is Marc Jacobs’ muse for spring 2013 ad campaigns (via Fashion Etc.) [divider] Futuristic footwear in Jeffrey Campbell x Izzue collaboration collection (via High Snobette) [divider] Gap Inc. and Intermix? A possible pairing of the luxury retailer and retail giant could be in the future. (via Styleite)[divider] (continued…)
We’re seriously crushing on the Golden Grrrls. And no, we’re not talking about Betty White and company, but rather Glasgow-based indie pop band comprised of Ruari MacLean (guitar, vocals), Eilidh Rodgers (drums, vocals) and Rachel Aggs (vocals). Inspired by DIY punk and alternative bands like The Vaselines and The Pastels, (continued…)
In the words of Ke$ha: tick-tock, tick-tock. Yep, that’s the sound of your holiday shopping days flying by…. In between a showcase of festive events, debilitating flu, family gatherings and parties with friends, who has time to go gift shopping? Don’t fret, present procrastinators! To help with the holiday madness, (continued…)
When our favorite ska-influenced band from the early 2000s reunited to grace us with the their Cali-induced reggae sound, it’s no surprise to see that the band – fronted by Gwen Stefani — has collaborated with U.K. street brand Fred Perry for a mini collection that emulates both parties’ innate (continued…)
Meet Bridget, Fashion Writer for Meets Obsession Hometown: Kennett Square, PA. If you could be BFFs with a celebrity, who would it be and why? Kathy Griffin. She is A-List in my heart and I think she is hilarious. Who is your favorite fashion designer? Christopher Kane James Franco or (continued…)
Time is running out to nab the perfect presents for your beauty-obsessed friends. The following 12 gifts are great for all the glam gals in your life, including yourself. Plus they’re all under $25, so you can spread joy without breaking the bank. [divider] Stila Under the Mistletoe Holiday Palette, (continued…)
If you’ve seen a TV ad for Internet Explorer 9 in the last several months, then you’ve probably heard the soulful vocals of British singer/songwriter Alex Clare, whose song “Too Close” recently gained international fame. Since the IE 9 ad debuted in March, Clare’s dubstep-infused song has reached No. 1 (continued…)
DC · Music · Photo Diary
On Saturday, we headed to U Street Music Hall to catch experimental Pittsburgh-based band, Black Moth Super Rainbow. The sometimes melancholic band, with a penchant for disguises and pseudonyms, like Tobacco (vocals), Iffernaut (drums), the Seven Fields of Aphelion (keyboards) and Ryan Graveface (bass and guitar), gave their U Street (continued…)
Tired of buying the same holiday gifts year after year? Try thinking outside the box this holiday season. Be warned: some of our hand-picked items may freak out your friends and family, and possibly get you shunned from holidays in the future, but at least no one could ever call (continued…)
[spacer size="10"]Air traffic controllers maintain safe and systematic flows of air traffic along systems of circulation on a global scale. They’re regulators of movement, distance and security. And most importantly, they contain an enormous amount of power and influence in the palms of their hands. So, what is the potential (continued…)
Meet Sarah, MO’s Managing Features Editor If one day, you woke up as Bill Gates, what’s the first thing you would do? I’d buy an around the world plane ticket, pack my carry-on and head to the airport (maybe stopping to get my tattoo sleeve finished along the way). What do (continued…)
In collaboration news that will excite most preps, Kate Spade New York and Keds have teamed up to create a capsule collection of sneakers. The collection offers a variety of pastel hues in bubble gum pink, powder blue, orange and navy, with gingham, chevron, stripe and polka dot prints. Created (continued…)
[spacer size="10"]If you don’t have plans yet, be sure to head over to the 9:30 club on Thursday evening to see Grammy nominated recording artist Matisyahu. The Jewish Rap/Reggae artist will be performing in DC for one evening for his sixth annual “Festival of Light tour.” This year’s “Festival of Light” will (continued…)
Meet Sinta, MO’s Managing Fashion Features Editor Hometown: Washington D.C. What’s your most coveted possession? My vintage Rolex If you hosted a dinner party, and could invite 3 people, living or dead, who would it be? Michelle Williams, Jeff Buckley, Jackie O. Who is your favorite fashion designer? Band of (continued…)
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