A GRUMPY TAG

The tags, they are a comin’! I was tagged by F to do this grumpy/angry sort of tag. I would just as happily do a grumpy tag, as I would a happy one.

1. Post a picture of a grumpy person.

            

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2. Mention 3 things that are just abnormal.

In this day and age, nothing is abnormal anymore! But some things come to mind:

a. Psycho/Horror movies like Saw, where there is simply no point to the whole movie. It’s just gruesome death, after gruesome death.

b. Murderers. How they can justify taking the life of someone else (sometimes so easily).

c. I realize that my first two are related to murders, so in order to sound less creepy, I’ll make this food/weight related. It’s abnormal how gaining weight is so easy, whereas losing it is so freaking hard!

3.Two things that irritate you.

a. Girls with no aspirations and whose sole ambition is to get married, breed and live off their husbands’ money.

b. Rudeness! I can’t stand rude people. Full stop.

4.One trigger to your anger.

Politics in Kuwait. It is crazy how bad its been these last few years. CRAZY.

5.Three people you can't live without.

My mom and 2 sisters :) Actually I can’t live without my whole family and friends.. But those 3 are special.

6. Two people you don't want to see.

This idiot who used to stalk me, and anyone else who makes my blood crawl!

7.One of your favorite foods.

Burger and fries! YUM!

8.Three of your favorite songs.

I chose these old-ish songs because they’re classics, I never get bored of them and they are the most superb love songs. They’re not my only favorites, but they’re 3 of them.

Your Song by Elton John

Have I Told You Lately by Rod Stewart

At Last by Etta James

FALL 2008 RUNWAY MAKEUP TRENDS

Oops! Completely forgot about this post! It was in my computer for ages, but I just got distracted. It may or may not be useful, since we’re approaching (or for some of us we’re already in) spring. But, hey, it won’t do any harm right?

For the fall 2008 runways, the makeup was surprisingly, um, surprising! Those of us who expected to see autumnal colors reflected off the models' faces, were given a nice jolt of excitement. The makeup was as enticing and colorful as the fashions were.

Of course, not all the runways had the same makeup themes, but I chose the ones that were repeated on more than one show.

There was so much beautiful makeup on the runways and so many shades of vibrant, attractive colors. Thankfully, there was little of the usual ghostly pale faces and colorless lips. I was entranced by the "Ice Queen" looks (see below) that for the first time in my life, I considered embracing pale winter skin! Colored eyeshadows with plain faces were applied on many shows, as were dark blood-red lipsticks and the blackest of all black eyes.

I personally tried and tested all of the below looks. My favorite was “Black Eye” and “Bold Lips”.

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BLACK EYE

              

RAINBOW LIDS

            

BOLD LIPS

             

ICE QUEEN

             

AFTERGLOW

             

NATASHA RICHARDSON 1963-2009

Natasha Richardson, the Tony award winning actress died at the young age of 45, on March 18, 2009 after a skiing accident that caused internal injuries to her head.

Richardson was a talented actress, appearing in films, television and in stage theatres since the 1980’s. This is no surprise to anyone in the film industry, as Natasha hails from a family of actors. Her parents are director and producer Tony Richardson and acclaimed actress Vanessa Redgrave (who is also the daughter of actors Sir Michael Redrgave and Rachel Kempson). Her sister is actress Joely Richardson. In addition, Natasha is married to actor Liam Neeson and has two sons, Michael and Daniel.

I have seen a number of Natasha’s films, most recently The White Countess. I’m sure she would have had a more prosperous acting career had she been with us longer. My most heartfelt wishes go out to all her family and friends.

Rest in peace, Natasha.

Image: Huffington Post

LINDSAY LOHAN TO LAUNCH TANNING MIST

                

Behold, ladies and gentlemen. Lindsay Lohan is launching a self-tanning mist called Sevin Nyne, after her favorite numbers. Oh, and that’s no typo. It’s a deliberate spelling error. She’s partnering with Lorit Simon, Lindsay’s go-too tanning ‘expert’. Simon has been Lohan’s tanner for some years now, and has tanned her for everything from events to photo shoots.

The tanning mist is a product of Simon’s creation, but rather than using an airbrush machine, people can apply it to themselves using a misting application.  Lorit Simon owns the intellectual property of the brand, and I’m assuming Lindsay will receive a percentage of the profits.

Yes, Lindsay, please indulge us with your marvelous creation. Because everyone wants to have that particular shade of orange you’ve been sporting these couple of years.

Source, Image: WSJ, AskMen

OLIVIER THEYSKENS TO LEAVE NINA RICCI?

                

It is believed that Olivier Theyskens, Nina Ricci’s head designer is going to leave his position by the end of the year. Theyskens’ contract ends in October, and there is a possibility that it will not be renewed. Some say that the separation could be earlier than  October, due to tensions between Theyskens and Nina Ricci’s parent company Puig Fashion Group.

It is also rumored that Peter Copping, a designer at Louis Vuitton could be next in line to take over Theyskens’ position.

Personally, I think Olivier Theyskens brought to Nina Ricci an edge and a certain something that was missing before he came along to the Paris fashion house in 2006. I loved the romanticism, the colors, the details and the cut-throat femininity in his designs. I’m slightly nervous of what’s to become of Nina Ricci.

Your thoughts?

UPDATE: IT’S OFFICIAL. HE’S OUT.

Source, Image: WSJ, Style.com

CHRISTINA AGUILERA FOR TOPSHOP?

 

According to The Mirror, Sir Philip Green, owner of the ever popular Top Shop retail chain, has been in discussion with singer Christina Aguilera to design a new line for Top Shop. It is reported that Christina Aguilera's deal will be in the million British Pounds range. Kate Moss for Top Shop fans shouldn't despair just yet, because her line will not be removed, but will be sold alongside Aguilera's.

Not to rain on anyone's parade or anything, but.. Christina Aguilera? The girl is not exactly one of the best fashion influences out there.

I can tell you that this is one Top Shop line that I am NOT looking forward to.

What do you think, glorious readers?

Image: Guanabee