The Uppitty Socialist Plan

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Thanks to http://www.salon.com/

Economics Made Easy

I had a flower plant that was dying.
The problem wasn't the fertilizer, temperature nor insects.
The plant just needed to be watered.
I watered everyday. Some days even twice.
I poured and poured gallons of water on the plant until enough finally trickled down to the roots.
After a long period of time, the plant came back to life (thanks to my wise and thoughtful top to bottom watering technique).
I learned the trickle down technique from my wise and venerated Uncle Ronny (he always had the answer to any problem).
This method of top to bottom has always been proven to work (given a long enough period of time).

Now there is this uppity new guy who thinks that directly watering the roots of the plant will take less water and time.
He assumes that by addressing a problem directly (instead of letting the pretty flowers bathe in gallons of water), he can make my flowers even more robust.
What's his problem?
Doesn't he know that the old proven ways will always be the best?
(Psst..I think he's a socialist!)

Why Silence Is Golden?

Silence is golden.

I know. This is a very common idiom we always get to hear.
But how many of us really know the meaning of silence?
How about the word quiet?

There is time we need to speak and there is time we need to be quite. Sadly, not many understand this rule.

If you start to question the real meaning of silence, watch this video clip. It will tell you how important silence is. So, be quite and watch this! Make sure you laugh... :P



Be Queit! - Funny home videos are a click away

Skeletons in My Closet

Today: fun fossilized fashions and other Halloween horrors/ joys! CC thinks you will love this post even if you don't celebrate the pagan holiday...
Runway images via style.com except where noted.
At right: Alexander McQueen
Bernhard Willhelm, via nymag.com
Christian Lacroix necklace and cuff (CC loves these fun fossils!)
Japanese designers Hokuto Katsui and Nao Yagi, photo courtesy Fellow Fashionista Kira of Kira Fashion.
ASOS pearl wristband with skull cameo - scary pretty, right darlings?
Alexander McQueen chiffon scarf, at net-a-porter.com.
At right: Jan Leslie cuff links, available at Bergdorf Goodman.
Jade Jagger pendant necklace, currently half off at net-a-porter.com.
Juana Peekaboo Skull Ring by Fellow Fashionista Wendy Brandes.
Menswear? Boooootiful~
Willliam Rast Spring 2009 cuffed jean
Cardigan (right) and Peckham Rye silk tie, both at asos.com.
At right: E. vil Crystal Skull burnout tee, at intermixonline.com.
Religion skull-print inset spaghetti strap dress, at asos.com.
Subtly spooky: Tara Matthews skull print top, a mere $96 at net-a-porter.com
CC’s fave of the skeletal lot: Thomas Wylde Warrior skull buckle boots, also at net-a-porter.com.

HALLOWEEN EXTRAS:
CC's pumpkin patch pics and CC & sister Mindy's pumpkins, which we carved last night :)
All Hallow's Eve Link Love:

• Fellow Fashionista Nothing Elegant has a fabulous Halloween-y post: click here.
• Also, Fellow Fashionista Little Miss Dress Up has a really fun contest going on right now, so if you aren’t getting costumed for Halloween (or even if you are!), go here and maybe you can win a fab handbag just for emulating one of our fellow fashionistas.
• Lastly, you simply must check out this fashion-costume post by Fellow Fashionista Poeta Fit.

Scrumptious Halloween goodies...
Creepy Comestibles!
Sure, a bag of Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups will do the trick, but CC also loves elenis.com sugar cookies and Halloween moonpies.
A devilish doormat for the witchy woman. This and previous at neimanmarcus.com.
Scary Wearables
Giles and Brother bat studs, at shopbop.com
Tophat, an image from Valerie Steele’s Gothic Dark Glamour, via nytimes.com
Perhaps you could be a Referee by wearing the Loeffler Randall Epaulet top pictured below? Available at shopbop.com.

These are the costumes that CC’s Fellow Fashionistas report they’ll be wearing this year:
The White Stripes
Karl Lagerfeld
Cat
Sarah Palin
Coco Chanel
Princess Leia
Sexy Schoolgirl
Cleopatra
Hula girl
Big Bird
Dominatrix
Greek Goddess
Batman (the new one)
Chiquita Banana
Princess
Flapper
Galadriel from Lord of the Rings
Pirate
Vampire
Little Girl
Did I forget anyone? Hope you all have a super-fashionable and not-too-spooky Halloween!

Did CC mention that she got these admittedly Halloween-y Oh Deer! shoes from solestuck.com? They are fab and guess what? Now through Nov 4th, election day (please don't forget to vote!), Solestruck is offering CC readers a special discount. Use the discount code VOTENOV4 to receive 20% off your order (including sale items!) now through Nov 4th.

Now that's a treat!

Don't Buy Slipper Made By China

WARNING: There are disgusting photos in this post. If you don't want to spoil your meal, stop scrolling down the page and escape.

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Again, this is about my email which I received yesterday. This time, it is a caring email from Asha, my lovely mama (she's so caring till I want to call her mama).. :P

Thank dear for the email and wish you don't mind if I post it here in my blog.










Frankly, I feel that these photos are even scarier than my ghost post. Look at the feet!
Eeeeeeeehhhhhwwwwwww....

Is that really the effect of wearing the slippers which are made from China? Is it so serious? I wonder is it because of the type of rubber they used in making the slippers? Emmm... question question question...

I still remember the news on how the producers in China use recycled condoms to make hair bands. Eikssssss! Isn't that disgusting? And it's so unethical and immoral business practices . I can't imagine the number of sperms tying on my hair. Or even stick on the hair. AIDS! HIV!





Eeehhhwwwwwwwwww!!!


We should really be careful in choosing China products these days. Still remember the Chinese milk scandal? Keep this in mind.

The Business of War

Sound familiar? http://www.chycho.com

Activision Targets "Quantum Of Solace"...

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"James Bond 007: Quantum of Solace" is a new video game based on the movies "Casino Royale" and "Quantum of Solace", to be released October 31.

The game is noted as the first 'James Bond' title published by Activision, released on multiple platforms, developed by Treyarch, Eurocom, Beenox and Vicarious Visions, and powered by the "Call of Duty 4" game engine.

This is also the first 'James Bond' game to feature actor Daniel Craig's voice/likeness, as well as those of actors Eva Green, Mads Mikklesen, Olga Kurylenko and Mathieu Amalric...

Uncle JohnnyMac, Tell Me A Scary Halloween Story..

Fear n 1. anxiety and agitation caused by the presence of danger, evil, pain, etc.

Barack Obama is;
A Muslim,
A Foreigner,
Anti-American,
A Socialist,
A terrorist,
Or.
An Elitist'
Too well educated,
Too worldly,
Too well spoken,
and among other things - BLACK.

Hope n 1. a feeling that what is wanted will happen

Why do McCain supporters fail to see the differences in the way each campaign has been waged?
I'm a skeptic. One party is as bad as the next,
But if one party plans to scare a country into a deeper morass with scurrilous accusations, while the other plans to inspire a country (and world) into action.
How is the Party of Hope at fault?

Our current economic situation (and it's subsidising of an economy predicated on interest and banking instruments - not goods or services ) was caused by policies similar to what McCain is proposing. The bail-out is stalled because the "trickle-down" Reaganomics only helps the rich.
Oh, I understand... If the rich get richer, they'll have bigger crumbs for us to fight over. Now it makes sense.
But doesn't it make more sense to provide people with a bridge out of poverty (to create their own crumbs to leave for others) instead of offering them those bigger crumbs?

So c'mon JohnnyMac - trying to scare the country with exaggerations is pointless. As a wise man once said; "It's the economy. stupid"

"The Beatles" Tune Into Harmonix...

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The music of "The Beatles" is to be set in a new video game through an exclusive partnership between Apple Corps Ltd., Harmonix and MTV Games, a part of Viacom's MTV Networks.

This partnership marks the first time that Apple Corps, EMI Music, Harrisongs Ltd, and Sony/ATV Music Publishing, have agreed to present "The Beatles" music in an interactive video game format.

Published by MTV Games and developed by Harmonix, creators of "Rock Band", the game will be :

"...an unprecedented, experiential progression through and celebration of the music and artistry of The Beatles, creatively conceived with input from Sir Paul McCartney and Ringo Starr, along with Yoko Ono Lennon and Olivia Harrison. In addition, Giles Martin, co-producer of The Beatles innovative LOVE project, will provide his expertise and serve as Music Producer for this groundbreaking Beatles project..."

"The project is a fun idea which broadens the appeal of The Beatles and their music. I like people having the opportunity to get to know the music from the inside out," Beatle Paul McCartney said.

"It gives me great pleasure to be part of The Beatles/Apple and Harmonix/Rock Band partnership," said Beatle Ringo Starr.

"The Beatles continue to evolve with the passing of time and how wonderful that The Beatles' legacy will find its natural progression into the 21st century through the computerized world we live in. Let the games commence."

"It's cool. I love it and hope it will keep inspiring and encouraging the young generation for many decades," said Yoko Ono Lennon.

"People are having so much fun playing Rock Band. Combined with The Beatles tracks, it is a great way to either listen or participate," said Olivia Harrison.

"If you like the music, it doesn't take much persuasion to get you to play."
"Introducing the genius of The Beatles to a whole new generation of music lovers through original and inspired ways is extremely exciting to us at Apple Corps," said Jeff Jones, CEO, Apple Corps.

"The impact of The Beatles is forever ingrained in the hearts, minds and souls of millions the world over," said Judy McGrath, Chairman and CEO of MTV Networks.

"The Beatles are the reason many of us are WHERE we are, and some of us are WHO we are..."

Starz Land "Dead Space: Downfall"...

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Starz Entertainment will debut "Dead Space: Downfall" on Encore Action Sunday, Nov. 2at 10PM.

Developed by Film Roman (Starz Entertainment's sister company), the film is a feature-length animated movie based on the highly anticipated game "Dead Space" from Electronic Arts, released Oct. 14. The movie was released on DVD by Starz Media's Anchor Bay Entertainment Oct. 28.

"We are thrilled to have the world television premiere of 'Dead Space: Downfall' on Encore Action," said Nancy Silverstone, vice president program acquisitions, Starz Entertainment.

"The feature sets a new standard for animated horror that our audience will love. It provides the story thread from the comic books to the newly released game, using the background and sound design from the game and the same artistic spirit of the comic book series."

The story begins with the "Dead Space" comic books. The feature picks up the plot where the original comic book series, written by Antony Johnston and illustrated by Ben Templesmith, ends and leads up to the beginning of the "Dead Space" game.

"...The story focuses on the disturbing events aboard a futuristic mining spaceship, the USG Ishimura, after it pulls a mysterious artifact from a remote dig site on a planet in the far reaches of the galaxy. The artifact triggers the sudden invasion of a long-dormant alien presence, and the Ishimura crewmembers find themselves locked in a frantic struggle to survive..."

Starz Entertainment, LLC, is a premium movie service provider operating in the US, offering 16 movie channels including the flagship Starz and Encore brands with approximately 17.4 million and 31.6 million subscribers respectively.

Starz Entertainment airs more than 1,000 movies per month across its pay TV channels and offers advanced services including Starz HD, Encore HD, Starz On Demand, Encore On Demand, MoviePlex On Demand, Starz HD On Demand, Encore HD On Demand, MoviePlex HD On Demand, and Starz Play...

Leaf It To Me!

Yesterday: nature’s autumn leaves. Today: fashion’s fab foliage! Darlings, leaf prints are a TREEt! They feel more modern than florals right now (though, not to worry – lawn prints are hot for Spring 2009). The runway inspirations are nearly infinite, and utterly divine, as "natural" art inspirations aspire to be, but rarely achieve. At left, Gucci gets bodaciously botanical, with both maple leaves in typical fall shades (far left) and palm fronds in alluring aquamarine (near left).

At right, Vera Wang gives new meaning to the phrase "Splendor in the Grass".
Photos via style.com except where noted.
GOLD LEAVES:
Carolina Herrera Andrew Gn





Dries van Noten
LONG ON LEAVES

Left: Elio Berhanyer, via vogue.es
Right: Gucci Resort.
This was one of CC's favorite collections in recent memory - every piece, exquisite!
Badgley Mischka Oscar de la Renta Elie Saab
Ossie Clark
Agnes B., via nymag.com.
IN THE NURSERY (for small trees, not tiny kids)
At left: Tsumori Chisato meets the leaf blower!
This and next via vogue.fr.
Kenzo (CC's fave part of the ensem? Those booties!)
Emilio Pucci

Sari Gueron
Tibi
A.F. Vandevorst
Left: Tuleh - CC loves!
Right: Vera Wang, via nytimes.com

Vivienne Tam
Stella McCartney
Even accessories are getting flora-fied!
Runway inspiration: Valentino
In the stores:
Right: Citrine by the Stones gunmetal earrings, at revolveclothing.com.

Left: Kenneth Jay Lane gold-plated long leaf earrings. Visit my-wardrobe.com to buy.
Right: Giles & Brother large leaf earrings. Go to barneys.com.

You can eat your Leafy Greens, or you can wear them!
Matthew Williamson’s printed maxi is now 25% off; this and next 4 at net-a-porter.com.
Oscar de la Renta gold leaf embroidered black floor-length spaghetti strap gown.
CC is absolutely smitten with the demurely printed peachy Pringle 1815 frock pictured at right!
Deal of the Day: T-Bags magenta abstract leaf print v-neck jersey dress, on sale for $102. CC needs!

Day Birger et Mikkelsen embroidered permiwinkle kaftan dress, at right.
Hollywould Sylvie shift. Visit shopgoldyn.com.
Ali Ro dress, at montmartreny.com.
This lovely Badgley Mischka lime leaf-print silk dress is currently 40 percent off at bluefly.com.
The Chloé knockoffs have arrived at asos.com, and they’re just $48! Also in red…
Now make like a tree and get outta here! (Name that movie, darlings!).