Wicked Wednesday

When I drive down Hollywood Blvd and many other stress of Los Angeles everyday and see plenty of billboard ads for all sorts of products. They can range from bad D-List films, designers watches to alcoholic products etc.

Many of the fashion billboards can be a little risky, the models showing too much skin, to greased up and in uncalled for poses. However, there has never been any billboard that has that has offended me more then every signal Skyy Vodka ad out there.

Being stuck in traffic and having to a huge billboard in front of you of a woman's legs in between a Skyy Vodka bottle, is not what I want to see on my way to work or home. This ad does not tempt me to go the store and buy of bottle of Skyy Vodka, so I too can feel like an objectified sex vixen. What I do instead is go home and rant to my roommates about them and tell all of my friends how uncomfortable they make me. This might be the wrong thing to do, the advertisers behind the ad campaign might want us to do just that, spread the word. But what else can I do, I have to look at them every day and as much as I try to ignore them I can't.

Now, I understand that Skyy Vodka is simply trying to attract the younger male audience, but there are other ways of doing it. As time goes by and new Skyy Vodka ads replace the old, the innuendos become more obscene.

I hate these ads with a passion and feel that the creators of them need to read "Can't Buy Me Love" by Jean Kilbourne. I also hope that women were not a part of the creation of the ad campaign, if there were they should be ashamed of themselves.

~tanya

My Sick Day Kit

All last night and today I have been sick in bed; all because of a bad pumpkin spice latte.

There are a few things that I need when I am sick to make everything a little bit more bearable.

1. Good Pj's

Something along these JC/DC South Park pj's that Katy Perry is sporting would be perfect. The champagne might not be the best thing for you, but if it makes you happy.

2. My Mamí Soup

Nothing makes me feel better then have my mom's soup when I am feeling off. Of course, now that I do not live with her I have to make my own. It is not the same, but close.

3. Pomegranate

Full of antioxidant and vitamins; which is extremely good for you. Plus, the pomegranate arils are fun to eat or throw at people if you are bored.

4. ICE CREAM

5. A Good Book and Movie

In my case for this sick day was Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone and any good movie would do, usually it is Pride and Prejudices. 

Eye Candy of the Week

Nicholas Hoult

Since, MTV just released the trailer for the American version of Skins, I felt it was necessary to honor the first Skins bad boy.  Looking at him now you would never think that he was the little boy that just wanted to sing in 'About a Boy'. 

The Perfect Aroma

Flowerbomb by Vicktor & Rolf

Cost: $100

Available Here

Every girl has their signature scent and this has to be one of my favorites.  Typically, I tend to stay away from the sweet and flowery perfumes, but when i got a sample of Flowerbomb by Vicktor & Rolf I fell in love. 

The sweet blends of  tea, sambac jasmine, orchid and many other flowers to make the perfect balance. 

The only negative about this perfume is that it is a little pricey, but worth every penny.

Tuesday Shoesday!

Tanya:

Marc by Marc Jacobs Buckle Leather Boots

Cost: $495

Available Here

When it gets cold all I want to do is walk around in boots all day and nice huge comfy coat. My pick for the week are this Marc by Marc Jacobs Buckle Leather Boots. Usually, I stay away from burgundy color things because it is the color of choice for my mom when she decorates. However, when Marc Jacobs uses these colors I can't help, but to love it and this burgundy leather and suede duo are heaven. The gold buckle detail add to the military look; perfect for conquering the rain.

My Fair Anne

Unfortunately, it has been awhile since the beautiful Anne Hataway has graced the covers of any magazine. Well, she is back with a bang! She will be on the cover of the November Issue of Vogue and can I just say how beautiful she looks. 

It is no secret to those who know me that one of my favorite fashion icons is Miss Audrey Hepburn. There is just something about the style and class of the 50's and 60's stars that make my heart swoon. In this fashion spread Anne is channeling some of the best, from Audrey Hepburn and Elizabeth Taylor. Dressed is some of the most flattering and luxuries dress by Isaac Mizrahi, Carolina Herrera and Vera Wang.

Ever since her first film I have been in love with Anne Hathaway and also saw her as a classic beauty. She has come a long way from the awkward teenage princess.

Source Vogue

Photography by Mario Testino

Cases of the Mondays

Tanya:

Saddlery Buckle Bag

Cost: $58.00

Available at Urban Outfitters

Looking at this bags reminds me of the time I have spent on my Grandma's ranch when I was little. It also reminds me of all the episodes of 'Hey Dude' on Nickelodeon. From the rustic brown color, to the buckle detailing.  To give this bag justice you must always wear boots and be near a horse every time you use it.