When you’re looking to jump on a trend bandwagon, there’s no better source than Pinterest. It’s a great starting point for inspiration, but it also houses horrifying (and hilarious) DIY results. Case in point: chalkboard paint. This trend is a few years old, so every good idea is already out…
Often, we’ve looked at someone on a bicycle and thought, “Why does that person look so happy?” Is it because she’s minimizing her carbon footprint? Is it because she’s shedding a few extra pounds to rock that new bikini? No. It’s because her seat is vibrating…
Gem presents one standout piece. Whether it’s a jacket, necklace, or handbag, it’s on our have-to-have list. What: Saks Fifth Avenue is synonymous with style, and this 1960s summery coral shirtdress from the store’s in-house label follows suit. In a light silk with a floral pattern around the skirt’s hem,…
When was the last time you visited your parents? Be honest. Truth be told, once the birds leave the nest, not all of them make return flights as much as they should (if at all). Life is short, and your parent’s lives even shorter. This is the message behind a…
Liz OhanesianWhen religious protestors showed up at Comic-Con, attendees responded with absurd signs. In Southern California, you can be certain that the bigger the event, the more religious protestors you’ll see across the street. Oftentimes, convention-goers will counter the protestors with signs bearing absurd slogans. That was the case in…
Brace yourself, ’cause bingo is back. Well, almost. All you players who clamored for cards at Jackalope Ranch’s inaugural bingo night will be happy to know that we’re making a comeback and hosting four — count ’em — bingo bashes at Crescent Ballroom throughout August. And we’ve got a few…
As far as cosplay goes, San Diego Comic-Con is one of the prime spots for costuming in the country. Attendees of the world’s largest comics convention go all out, incorporating lighting, mechanics, and lots of papier-mache into their costumes. During out trip to San Diego Comic-Con 2013, we learned a…
Rob Inderrieden By Keith Plocek San Diego Comic-Con is a lot of things to a lot of people. You can bemoan the commercialization and curse the movie studios, but while you’re doing that, be sure to appreciate the magic of thousands upon thousands of super-fans dressing up as their favorite…
So the royal yet-to-be-named baby is one day old? Big deal. National Geographic is turning 125 years old, and you know what that means. It’s time to party. And by “party” we obviously mean team up with one of the world’s most prestigious auction houses to sell high-priced prints from…
It’s no secret that Scottsdale boasts some of the best shopping in the Valley. Fashion forward ladies and gents flock to its trendy, high-end boutiques. This may be one of the town’s best-kept secrets, but Scottsdale is also home to some great vintage shops. Ranging from shabby chic greatness and…
Between James Franco movie deals and bras that double as fanny packs, Kickstarter has its fair share of things that never were nor should they ever be. But once in a blue moon, something truly worthwhile will make its debut among the asinine fashion accessories and deranged design projects –…
Liz OhanesianJ.G. Quintel, creator of Regular Show, left, meets Muscle Man come to life. J.G. Quintel has been going to San Diego Comic-Con for a decade now. He started out his journey here as a fan, a CalArts student who caught wind of the event from his brother. Quintel would…
Twenty years ago, Emily the Strange first appeared on T-shirts and other odds and ends. Now, the 13-year-old girl with the long black hair, black dress and penchant for cats is the star of novels, comic books, iPhone apps, and so much more. Most recently, she’s been fronting a band,…
Courtesy of Archaia Ben Blacker had just arrived at San Diego Comic-Con when we met. The writer was preparing for a whirlwind of events surrounding Thrilling Adventure Hour, the live show he created with Ben Acker eight years ago. There’s a signing, an official Comic-Con panel and four sold-out evening…
Was anyone surprised by Breaking Bad’s numerous Emmy nominations this season? We didn’t think so. In anticipation of the final eight episodes of the Emmy-winning show, Breaking Bad addicts have been anxiously been tweaking on AMC promos, rerun binges, television spoofs, and now, San Diego Comic-Con…
Since I was born in the 1990s, I didn’t get to experience the ’80s. From what I’ve heard, it was pretty rad. While Cyndi Lauper and Madonna are icons of the era, that’s not particularly why I love the ’80s. I love the trends that weren’t so popular. Here are…
We all know the signs for when we’ve had too much to drink — there’s the slurred speech, the diminishing lack of hand-eye coordination, and the accuracy with which one can deliver their imbibed liquid into the toilet. But a popular night club in Southeast Asia is doing its customers…
We all know Jay-Z’s got problems — 99, to be exact. And though a bitch may not be one them, we can’t help wondering how a rap mogul like Mr. Shawn Corey Carter ever could have as many problems as there are bottles of beer on the wall. Fortunately, we’re…
Lululemonheads, we’re not going to give you the runaround. Soon you’ll be able to bend, stretch, and get generally sporty with duds purchased at the fashion-forward fitness apparel shop Lululemon Athletica’s Scottsdale Fashion Square location, which is set to open Friday, August 2…
We’ve seen our fair share of freaky fashion. There were the hairy leg stockings and the bra gun holster. And who could forget the faux-vagina undies? But thanks to Etsy user, Mr. Basic and his shop ConcaveOblivion, online shoppers are now sinking their teeth into a trend that truly crosses…
Those lucky biotches who have beautiful hair, flawless skin, and perfect eyebrows are completely annoying with their “I just rolled out of bed and I am perfect” BS. They saw a “how to” on a blog but won’t tell which one or reveal the fact that their ish is not…
Whether you use a smartphone, Gmail, or Facebook, chances are you’ve noticed the emoji takeover — and while a picture may be worth a thousand words, we’d be hard-pressed to give aesthetic merit to miniature icons of hearts, thumbs up, and smiley faces with sunglasses. But thanks to New York…
