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During my extended hiatus, I got totally addicted to True Blood. Like, fixated and obsessed. And part of what’s so damn compelling about that show is merely Alexander Skarsgard. I would be on that like white on rice.
Via Loving True Blood in Dallas, the most stunning animated GIF of all time.
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I rarely bare my arms in public due to an unfortunate incident in 11th grade Economics class. But even I get sick of cardigans from time to time, and I am lusting over this adorable little faux-fur stole from Babygirl Boutique. I love the over-the-topness for a dinner date.
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Luckily, it was only for the duration. Unluckily, I got something in both of my eyes while watching it. It may have even appeared that I was tearing up. And I don’t even like Regina Spektor.
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Oh, my God, this was like, made with my bedroom in mind. Never mind the “Sweeney Todd” thing, this is the hottest mirror I’ve ever had. Femme Dangereuse, indeed.
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Courtesy of Edgar Allan Poe, just because I’m in that kind of mood…
ANNABELLE LEE
Author: Edgar Allan Poe
It was many and many a year ago,
In a kingdom by the sea,
That a maiden there lived whom you may know
By the name of Annabel Lee;
And this maiden she lived with no other thought
Than to love and be loved by me.I was a child and she was a child,
In this kingdom by the sea;
But we loved with a love that was more than love -
I and my Annabel Lee;
With a love that the winged seraphs of heaven
Coveted her and me.
And this was the reason that, long ago,
In this kingdom by the sea,
A wind blew out of a cloud, chilling
My beautiful Annabel Lee;
So that her highborn kinsman came
And bore her away from me,
To shut her up in a sepulcher
In this kingdom by the sea.
The angels, not half so happy in heaven,
Went envying her and me
Yes! that was the reason
(as all men know, In this kingdom by the sea)
That the wind came out of the cloud by night,
Chilling and killing my Annabel Lee.But our love was stronger by far than the love
Of those who were older than we
Of many far wiser than we
And neither the angels in heaven above,
Nor the demons down under the sea,
Can ever dissever my soul from the soul
Of the beautiful Annabel Lee.
For the moon never beams without bringing me dreams
Of the beautiful Annabel Lee;
And the stars never rise but I feel the bright eyes
Of the beautiful Annabel Lee;
And so, all the night-tide, I lie down by the side
Of my darling, my darling, my life and my bride,
In the sepulcher there by the sea,
In her tomb by the sounding sea.
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Trying to percolate my own sappy plans for Valentine’s Day (which happens to be my favorite holiday) made me super excited to find out about the Boudoir Essentials 2nd Annual Kissing Contest. As friends of the blog (TM), we’ve got to shout out the utter coolness of this. Makeout pics submitted to the site will be posted and voted on by BE staff, and you can win OMG sex toys *and* lingerie. That’s what I’m talking about.
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I absolutely have to own these amazing bowls. I didn’t really think bowls could be improved by a stem, but this is genius. Not only are they aesthetically enticing (bowls!), but the stem is a boon if your mom, like mine, insists you have a hole in your lip. And it even affords you privacy if you don’t want people’s eyes all over your Boo-Berry.
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I’ve been scouting home decor- since, you know, I have a home now- and I just adore this naughty, spank-me-worthy spice decanter from Comunistar. It kinda resembles a fembot, right? Anyway, good design, but definitely also a conversation piece.
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- Smoking- In addition to my beloved Djarums, I am also digging these weird Springwater cigs. Smoking is so underrated.
- Trader Joe’s- It’s like someone hosed the place down in awesome and win. Tarte d’Alsace and some two buck Chuck makes you almost feel not-poor for like, fifteen whole minutes. Truffles for under $3. Real instant mash. Natural beauty supplies. If only they added house brand valium and vicodin and staffed it with teenage brits, I’d never leave.
- Queer as Folk reruns on Logo- anyone who hates on touchy touchy boylove needs to watch Brian and Justin dancing at the prom. I can’t think of anything more romantic in the history of romance ever.
- My imaginary boyfriend- is he real? Even I’m not sure anymore but I’ve still never seen anyone cuter. If I’m remembering right.
Leading me to…
- Hitachi Magic Wand- It’s just so powerful, I might have to tell my roommates I use it for old car accident injuries. Every time Boondock Saints is on, my back just starts acting up. Especially during the outtakes.
- Jesus Christ it’s a lion, get in the car! Please, God, let the internets stop producing memes so I can get some sleep.
- Leisurewear- It’s gotten to the point where my one career goal is to be able to wear sexy sweats and sleek sneakers. Career garb is so awful in so many ways, it always feels dirty.
- Jay-Z’s American Gangster- I think this album is gonna give The Black Album a serious run for its money in the long-term. Yeah, I said it. Fucking genius, this is.
- On Demand Programming- why can’t the fuckwits who are responsible for cable make one that fucking works already? I’m paying $3 a month, and I want to watch Hookers at the Point for the sixteenth time. Damn you, iO.
- My car- Newark is so fucking weird- I can leave my easy-to-park-in space and be in the Holland Tunnel in ten minutes. You can’t even get from Tillary Street to the Manhattan Bridge in that amount of time, who knew? Anyway, driving stick in Jersey traffic is scary, but now I have a Beetle again.
- Scrabulous- Eamon playing “VAGINA” for twelve points, shocking only that it came two whole plays into the game.
- Burger King pranking customers- you mean other than serving them Burger King food?
- My toddler versus my prized possessions- this pint-sized terrorist has a knack for destroying electronics and media in seconds, while you’re just trying to form the “nuh” in “no.” Then she manages to turn on the waterworks and make you feel guilty.
- Jack White- sexy, cheeky, mysterious, and tall. Considering all that and the hair, I’d marry him like, right this second.
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Oh, my God, this is the best BK shout out ever- hello, Brooklyn…
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So I found some more star lights. I can imagine a cluster of these would create a soft, romantic glow in a bedroom And they’re crazy cheap.
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So many good things, I couldn’t be arsed to narrow it down:
Sex flashcards. So goshdarn cute.
Hand-holding mittens. Cause plain ones aren’t gay enough.
Tree locket. Just adorable.
Happy Buddha pen stand- to ward off bad work juju.
And a sappy pillow.
“If you live to be a hundred, I want to live to be a hundred minus one day, so I never have to live without you.”
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BE dropped us a line to let us know about the new Vixen vinyl dress- and predictably- LOVE it! Also digging the new Lucy B retro styles of lingerie. Since there’s free shipping on $75+ orders, you might want to start your holiday shopping early.
You think you can handle this badonkadonkdonk?
And for under your suit…
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Jay-Z shows love to Dublin.
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I’ve always been straightforward about my hedonism but love for shoes. While I love sexy shoes, I cannot deal with foot discomfort. I found these cute motorcycle boots a week ago and I have not found a more comfortable shoe in my recent memory. It’s really hard to find a something that looks put together and pretty and doesn’t wound you on a daily basis. Oh, I love my boots.
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…these would be it. Whilst I admire the old-fashioned, high-concept spirit of a collectible like this, the price is a bit high since I paid as much for my 7.1 MP Olympus. Still, it’s pretty to look at and it makes cool old fashioned pics.
Oh, Jackie,you’re so dreeeemy!
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Is anyone else watching Pushing Daisies? Despite the comparisons, I didn’t *love* Amelie, but I love this show. I suppose there’s an element that springs from loving someone out of your reach, but Kristen Chenowith sang Birdhouse in Your Soul on tonight’s episode. TMBG FTW!
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Slashers in the HP fandom, I’ve heard, have always vocally hoped someone, anyone in the HP books would be confirmed as gay. We they got their wish this week when JKR confirmed what no one seemed to suspect. Dumbledore was totally gay for Grindelwald! Ha, ha. So cool. And fandom imploded. And imploded again. It even made Wikipedia.
I think now it’s safe for JKR to tell us what we already know- Harry and Draco were secretly in love with each other all those years and it’s bittersweet when they see each other with their kids and beards wives. Harry/Draco OTP!
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I have a problem with my gear multiplying. As I move from place to place during the day, I am followed in a pigpen like fashion by a rotating amount of Djarum packs, lighters, red lipsticks, Lego Star Wars figurines, my phone, random notebooks, and you get the picture. On any given day I can return home with way more items than I left with. I love these compact and cute reusable totes that you can just stick in the bottom of your bag, in case. I would worry, though, about not only carrying one more thing, but using it cause it’s there. Still, it’s better to be prepared…*
*ridiculous facial expression optional.
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More on organization fetish. Many women’s magazine’s posit couples need to schedule their romance and stick to it. That’s not such a bad idea, but it sounds pretty unsexy. This pretty little planner is an adorable way to do that. Artfully styled, and very useful.
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I’ve been wanting an Airstream like, whoa lately. Something about the idea of an inexpensive (compared to a house), super-mod, goes-anywhere abode is so thrilling and bohemian. The city life thing can really grind you down, and you can’t drive your apartment down to Florida for the weekend. Also, they have a very romantic pod-like feel to them- as if you could create a dirty weekend with no notice and no planning. Coooool.
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In my never ending quest for comfy, cute slips, I stumbled across this adorable sale piece from- wait for it- the Gap. Soft red cotton trimmed with wide lace strips. It’s sexy and practical. Kinda like me.
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Fortune Cookie charms are so adorable. I like jewelry that signifies something , and what’s more hopeful than a a fortune cookie? It offers insight, lucky numbers, and vague future predictions. And this charm is just the cutest.
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Threadless just dropped this funky, girly derby-themed shirt for Halloween. As always with Threadless, it’s get it while you can. Really digging the fake movie/comic book vibe. Too cool!
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A few months ago I was stuck in a cab on Smith Street for what seemed like hours. Finally when the cab sped up I caught a glimpse of this adorable, unique tee-shirt but why wasn’t I paying more attention?!? it’s not like I can screech at the cab driver to stop so I can go peer in the window and maybe go in and buy one. That would be crazy. Steve’s always on Smith Street so I asked him to look. Every day. For all eternity. He finally remembered but got the name wrong so he had to go back. That actually happened. But now I know and it was totally worth waiting for. I really, really love popsicles but I’ve always had a weakness for distlefinks. I think I talk about distlefinks more than anyone on the internet. Skates are cool, too.
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Sometimes the naked city can be a bit stifling. Overall, it’s the center of the world and we all know it, but sometimes that can be hard to remember when you’re sweaty and squished on the F train. Or when you need some time alone to talk with someone and everything in the world at your doorstep is just way too distracting.
A few weeks ago, I had a long visit with my super dreamy boyfriend and we needed a quiet place to chill. I saw the glowing reviews at Trip Advisor of the Roxbury and was sold. Because, is teh internets ever wrong? This well styled hideway has luxe details, reasonable rates, friendly owners, and all the quiet you could ever want. There’s an extensive continental breakfast and DVD collection, and the rooms are pimped enough so you’ll never need to leave unless you want to.
Extra props go to the Village Pub in nearby Margaretville. Being total lazy bastards, we napped through regular dinner hours every night. I would have starved to death without their surprisingly delicious burgers and my date tried the chicken cacciatore made from fresh local ingredients for a very reasonable price. Top marks all around. Some pics:
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I’ve never used cake mascara, but I spotted this adorable wee compact in Lucky and I feel that now I need to. This totally looks like it would have been in Bettie’s makeup kit. Very pin-up. And I’ve had Paula Dorf brushes for years- they still look and feel brand new.
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The sweltering heat of today made me completely obsess over fall clothes. Any New Yorker will rant to you in depth about the challenges of arriving at work or an important interview without looking as if you’ve been dragged through a ditch on the way. Via Lucky, I found these perfect naughty or nice riding boots. The price is excellent, and they look as comfortable as sneakers. Jeans or fishnets?
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I have a thing for crescent moons- I have one tattooed over my sternum. Via Geekologie, a moon for your house. It’s like, from Russia or something. Huge, but if I had a big old converted barn I bet I could make it work.
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Does anyone else wanna smack someone when they see that? If you’ve borne a child at any point in your life, it should be illegal to call you a slacker, ever. But lots of mommies still love their vices, as evidenced by this cute kids’ tee.
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I’ve always wanted a swanky-pants office. And this one just completely takes the cake. Gorgeous. Amazing. Inspiring. Pink. Oh, Design Sponge. Y u so crazy awesome?
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I fell in love with this silly little dresser from JC Penney. It’s sleek and black and curved and stylish and would look perfect in the bedroom I have in my head. I hope it’s around when I stop being homeless. There’s a cherry-reddish version if you’re feeling more traditional.
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UK site. The fit of the shirt is iffy, but the graphic is devine. Totally cute!
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Via Uncrate, cool retro sexiness in a bath towel. Who knew?
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…because my playdate is over. >sniff< Bear in mind, Etsy links expire, so check the seller’s main page.
Some bitch stole my lunch money.
More accurate than Hallmark, huh?
And my personal favorite…
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…to wear with nothing underneath.
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…before you just want something that says “do naughty things to me” en francais? These screen printed panties from Kiki De Montparnasse have an array of filthy French phrases for every day of the week. They’ve even got subtitles!
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…and you shouldn’t be all cliche and expect a boy to necessarily get you one. It’s a two-way street, you know…
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…and this is a sex toy toolkit! Keywords like formerly in the aircraft business, made of beautiful high-quality stainless steel, and waterproof and dishwasher safe are in and of themselves like porn to me. And the sexy case looks like a cool purse!
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I am on an eternal quest for comfortable, adorable boyshorts. I can never have enough, and I never feel like I have enough. I picked up a three pack of these lacy numbers at Target this Saturday, and they’re truly amazing. They stay put, look adorable, and you don’t even feel them all day. Top marks, I’m definitely stocking up!
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I’ve posted handcuffs, knives, razorblades, and guns as jewels. Such is my heritage as half Brooklyn-Italian. However, these pieces are often large, cartoonish, and not too refined. Not so with this delicate cuff lariat from CutXPaste. It looks like it’s for the closet bad girl, the one who you don’t suspect til you’re tethered to the bedposts.
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I’ve gone on and on about my love for homegrown beauty products, and I lovelovelove The Bubble Roome’s Brooklyn-themed natural offerings. Now that their site’s back up, I’mma have to check out their gorgeously-packaged Hemp Oil Lotion. None of the scents are based on my favorite- dark chocolate- but the Clementine & Cedarwood looks like a really nice option.
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On the second anniversary of Hurricane Katrina, you can shout out our down-south siblings with one of these cool Storyville tees. There are some New Orleans centric ones, some not. In addition to this one, I’m quite fond of “make levees, not war” but what do I know?
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and write a note by hand. A lot of my favorite magazines have been doing stories on bespoke and generally fancy stationary, and I’m always put off by the high prices and bleh designs. E-mails- lets face it- generally look dumb with colors, strange fonts, and images embedded. So when you’re not using it, you can get something colorful and unique at this etsy shop. This chick makes all kinds of retro, whimsical, crisp designs. And they’re insanely reasonably priced.
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…how’s about rockin’ some pointy ta-tas? I totally dig how these bras make you completely, unflinchingly naughty while you’re wearing a totally covered up sweater. Those 50s chicks really knew how to bring it, didn’t they?
The matching panties? That’s a panty, thong wearers take note.
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Heh… these luggage tags made me smile, because I hate it when my stuff is on the carousel and someone touches it or looks at it. Move on, that’s my bag!
I am not a person who knows a lot about animals. I recently misidentified an albatross as a “fish”, I think dogs are too leapy and excited, and cats are like lethal sneezing poison to me. I saw this future crazy cat lady on Confessions of a Matchmaker and she had something called a “sugar glider“- I had to look it up because I’ve never heard of them and they’re really frickin’ adorable. I want one for Christmas!
