There’s the typical fashion model. There’s the plus size model. Hey, average size model! Where you at gurrrrllll?Â
In today’s serious world of  fashion—according to PLUS Model Magazine—the runway/editorial cat-walkers weigh 23% less than the “average girl.â€Â The magazine also notes that the standard plus size model is around a size 10-14. So… basically what we’re looking at here is Ms. Paper Doll verses Ms. Proud Of My Curves. (Before I rant on even more about this, it’s also important to remember that these two separate modeling industries are making $$$.)
Don’t forget about the other Marilyn!
Marilyn Manson might be a bit drastic, but come on… you don’t get the likes of Evan Rachel Wood and Dita Von Teese holding your black, leather-gloved hands without some admirable fashion swag (and a huge bank account). Anyways, although no one should condone his makeup choices, we must bestow applause to Mr. Manson for his signature Goth looks that —by the way—really make me wish I could pull off a top hat and an entire red suit, too.
Open to view looks
New Songs, Old Songs, Good Songs… Whatever.
WHO: The Cardigans
WHAT: “Lovefool†(Music Video)
WHY: A cockroach was left on my doorstep as a Valentines day present.
This Cardigans’ track from 1996 popped into my head this morning. Maybe it was because we all started “Spotifying” Whitney Houston tracks this weekend, my particular go to was “How do I Know”, but the nostalgia of my youth was calling to me. I remember hanging Leonardo DiCaprio poster tear outs on my wall daydreaming about our forbidden and love listening to the Romeo + Juliet soundtrack as a 13 year girl. Happy Vag-Day Bitches— LaT  Open me up to see the official  MTV Music Video.
BIZOUxx’s resident makeup artist reminds us that just because it’s a holiday, it doesn’t mean we have to channel RuPaul’s Drag Race.
For some reason, holidays and special occasions seem to make girls feel the need to jazz up their faces like a disco ball and start experimenting with every piece of makeup they own. It’s true… nothing says, “Be my Valentine,” like multiple layers of shadow, eyeliner, color and shimmer. Wrong! Let’s take it down a notch and get back to the basics. Your face is a canvas, but it doesn’t need to be completely remodeled (unless of course you’re going drag then by all means girlfriend… do yo’ thang). Continue Reading →
Gucci Mane is back.
Obviously, 2011 wasn’t a great year for Atlanta’s beloved Gucci Mane, especially since he threw some lady out of a (moving) car for denying prostitution, spent time behind bars and found himself in and out of psychiatric homes. But, luckily for everyone, he has persevered. His latest mixtape, Trap Back, which features the likes of 2 Chainz, Yo Gotti, Jadakiss, Rocko, Future, Waka Flocka Flame and some other guys, was released on Super Bowl Sunday and after some listening… we’re convinced we like it. — Rachel Eleanor Sutton
Ed Ruscha is Band of Outsiders’ new lookbook badass
Nope, the bandsters didn’t loose the whole Polaroid gimmick, but they did take a different approach to this season’s menswear lookbook featuring pop artist icon Ed Ruscha (as opposed to last season’s Potter babies Tom Felton and Rupert Grint). The collection—genuine to Scott Sternberg’s sharp and casual cuts—was inspired by Ruscha’s work, images of Jacques-Yves Cousteau’s crew, airbrush paintings and a Malibu ’70s trailer park (yum/sexy).
“There are no short cuts to any place worth going.”
BIZOUxx’s Debut Fashion Editorial
Photographer Michael Casker
Stylist Anastasia Kudrashova
Stylist’s Assistant Tara McCauley
Hair Chuck Olson
Makeup Virginia Linzee using M.A.C
Models Patrick Phillips for Red NYC and Kate Somers for Supreme
New Songs, Old Songs, Good Songs… Whatever.
WHO: Jonquil
WHAT: “It’s My Part†(TEED Remix)
WHY: This band has member whiplash—and also, because TEED is an acronym for Totally Enormous Extinct Dinosaurs & we love anything Dinosaur remixed.
This track “It’s My Part†will be the B-side off of Jonquil’s upcoming limited edition single released on 10†yellow vinyl (Blessing Force). The band was originally a six piece, but then half the members up’d and left. So, they became a trio… then a quad-band. Changes all around! Anyways, their latest record Point of Go is better than anything before so the lineup change resulted as a good thing after all (sigh of relief). The album is slated for release on February 21st—and shhhhhh—it’s playing on Spotify. — Rachel Eleanor Sutton
WARDROBE: Leigh Lezark
Let’s see… She’s a DJ, a model, a fashion icon and she’s super good at giving icy cold looks. Sure! We’d say that makes her pretty cool. Anyways, it’s no easy task to pull off downtown vampire meets bird-esque princess, but Lezark is so good at it we’ve developed a mad crush on this Misshapes-frontwoman’s wardrobe.
ALICE SAN DIEGO Fur Dress
SURFACE TO AIR Sheer Blouse
MOSCHINO CHEAP AND CHIC Leather Biker Jacket
OPENING CEREMONY Silk Overlay Skirt
GUCCI Vintage Fox Fur Jacket
CHANEL Cruise Accessories 2012 Bag
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN Leather Trimmed Suede Pumps
HERVÉ LÉGER Metallic-Finish Bandage Dress
MIZUKI Silver and Diamond Oval Cross Knuckle Ring
—Rachel Eleanor Sutton
Getting answers with Suzanna Dai jewelry designer Suzie Gallehugh.
In a world where ripped up tees, leather jackets and androgynous boots rule, sometimes we forget to remember our little friend named glam. Suzie Gallehugh, the creative force behind the Suzanna Dai jewelry line, has always kept enduring elegance in her forethoughts when designing pieces we’ve seen on the likes of Blake Lively, Sarah Michelle Gellar and other stylish lads. Inspired by exotic destinations and the separation of cultures, the Suzanna Dai collections might super classy and full of detailed glitz, but you can still pair them with your downtown look (which is why we love them so much). We sat with the designer to ask her a few questions about what makes this line so great and, most importantly, how she can pull off having an entire series dedicated to slithering snakes and still make it look nice. — Rachel Eleanor Sutton
How would you define the term glamour?
Suzie: Glamour is self-assurance with an air of mystery and intrigue that leaves you wanting to find out more.
New Songs, Old Songs, Good Songs… Whatever.Â
WHO: Summer Camp
WHAT: “Brian Krakowâ€
WHY: Crushing hard like Angela on Jordan.
15 Reasons why coffee as a boyfriend is better than a boyfriend.
i.  It’s really successful and expected to gross a total of $9.1 billion dollars by 2016.
ii. Â It will pick you up without any lame lines.
iii.  Let’s be honest… it’s really hot.
iv. Â There are tons of varieties, but you get to choose the beans that fit you best.
v.  It’s always there in the morning.
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Behind the lens with photographer Kareem Black.
Since the time that Kareem Black initially picked up a camera and captured his first images, he has steadily caught our eye and captured our attention. Black shoots eminent advertising campaigns, not to mention some of the biggest celebrities around. He has traveled lengthily around the world and (instead of snow globes) has brought back compelling photographs as souvenirs. Black doesn’t leave the house without his camera. With a hungry spirit, hardworking hands and immeasurable talent, he’s already proven that he’s unstoppable.
New Songs, Old Songs, Good Songs… Whatever.Â
WHO: Slam Donahue
WHAT: “It’s Scaryâ€
WHY: It certainly is.
Slam Donahue – Its Scary.. by EV2BK
“We don’t see things as they are. We see them as we are.”
This picture is worth six words, in the form of this question: “Who is that creepy dude behind you?†Here’s why.
As I scroll through my Facebook and look at the endless amounts of posts and pictures from my mere acquaintances, I tend to be growing quite bored of Facebook. No I don’t want to join your “I lost my phone†Facebook page and no I don’t want to add my moms friend that I went to church with when I was eight! Oh, and, we get it… you’re pregnant. Again. End rant.
