Hater Jueves- Newsboy Caps

$cruz and I have dubbed these as, "The Common Hat". The only person who can pull this look off is the rapper Common, J.Lo circa 2001-2002, and a certain professor at Portland State.
For some reason, this has become a hot summer item in menswear.
This hat says, "I'm trying to be a rapper, but I call myself a 'rhyme-artist' because I am a sensitive soul. I'm most likely going bald too." This cap is also paired with an unruly beard to show that they also have a rebellious side. Nothing screams counter-culture quite like a look that is stereotypically going against the grain. This look negates itself because it was probably fashioned together at the mall. This look is as equally douchey as an Ed Hardy shirt (which I will hate on some other time, don't even get me started).

Hater Jueves- The Ripped Look.

It's a trend that needs to stop before it hits department stores. I blame hipsters that want to look disgusting by delibrately shredding their clothing. Nothing screams "too-cool-4-school" by using a cheese grater on your stuff. It's ugly, ugly, UGLY, UGLY. I cannot stress this enough.

Hater Jueves- Alexa Chung

I know it's Wednesday, but because we haven't been posting for our beloved Hater Thursdays segment, I decided to treat you all a day in advance (plus I've been dying to rip into Alexa Chung).

After reading about Alexa Chung and how quirky she was in Nylon magazine, I decided to give her show, It's on With Alexa Chung a try. It was complete GARBAGE. This is MTV's pathetic attempt at re-creating a show just like TRL. Alexa Chung is utterly painful to watch and she is incapable of conducting a proper interview. It surprises me that she is often called an "it-girl" for her style and "hosting-abilities" (I use hosting-abilities in quotes because she has none). Her clothes make me sad. So much potential yet she still looks homeless thanks to her stringy un-washed hair.She has nothing interesting or witty say. You can tell she thinks she's so cute and funny when she delivers her lame jokes. Mark my words, this show will be off the air soon.

MTV should have given me a show instead. I'm great at interviewing (just ask $cruz, that's how we became friends) and I don't dress like I smell weird. Instead of having those weak segments where Alexa is talking celeb gossip with a guest in a kitchen, they should film me and $cruz while we drive around in her Escort sipping slurpees and talking. We're so much better at it!

Anyway, here is a clip of her joke of show:

The Only Reunion That Matters!

Check out the newest cover of People Magazine! The Bayside gang is back together! They all look so good! Noticeably missing? Screech Powers. No one cares though...well I don't. Saved by the Bell por vida!

Why, Lil' Kim, Why?

From this:

To this:

THEN THIS:

Looks like Lil' Kim is doing everything she can to look like a white woman.

NYC Prep

Why do I do this? I am a lover of guilty pleasure TV that's for sure. If my love for Gossip Girl isn't a bit embarrassing enough, my new love for NYC Prep is. NYC Prep is supposed to the real life version of Gossip Girl (think Laguna Beach as the "real" OC).

I accidently stumbled upon this show on WE (Women's Entertainment, keep up with me). They were giving a mini-marathon of the first few episodes. The show originally airs on Bravo. Now, I'm the nerd who youtubes the latest episodes and watches them, probably with my mouth open with no shame.

It's funny that I'm so enthralled with this show yet all the people on the show make me cringe! These kids, yes they are children, are so snooty and cannot speak in full sentences. All the girls are way drab, you'd think with their money and city of fashion they would look way better. They are no Blair Waldorf. The resident hot stud, Sebastian, is a pseudo-surfer looking kid who wears a really ugly coat. He's suppose to be the Chace Crawford of the group. He's fug and he is not as charming as he thinks he is. A girl he tries to woe, Taylor, is the most brain dead girl of the bunch. She's a total bore and goes to public school, she revolves her life in order to gain social status. Ugh, just hearing/watching her speak makes me want to slap her across the face and say "learn to speak in full sentences, you're not cute!"

PC

PC is suppose to be the Chuck Bass, and he is nowhere near CB's charm, but he is indeed a total ass. Yet, he is the only one who dresses super nice, I'm thinking because he's a closeted gay. I'm sure he puts on a show in order to make better TV and somehow it works because I'm still watching. His BFF, Jessie, is apparantly his "Blair." I can't get over what she looks like. Most of the show is filled with some fuglies, but she takes the cake. What happened to her face? Even with her looks she's one of the least annoying girls (believe it or not) and is able to put PC in check.

Jessie

So there it is, I admitted that I watch this. I want you all to know that when I watch these shows it's pure research for the blog. Right?

Recent Addiction: Make-up Tutorials

For the last few days I have been obsessed with watching make-up tutorials. These "how to" youtubes are so enthralling, it's crazy. It all started with an eye brow tutorial I came across, which was done by one fierce male. Wish I could find it again, but I lost it. Anyway, in the related video section I found this girl who does not only really great make-up but she explains everything so well and so clear. Her name is Kandee Johnson. She's amazing. She takes a bunch of different celebrities and looks and recreates them in her videos. She has a blog and a youtube, very fun stuff to watch. The other day I tried a Megan Fox eye look, not too bad but I do need more practice and better make-up. Something to look forward to with my single girl income!

Here is one of her fun tutorials:

Fat Actress

I'm back in my Netflix mode. I was in need of something quick and uplifting. After much browsing and searching I came across Fat Actress. The show stars Kirstie Alley as an exaggerated version of herself, a famous actress with her weight woes. The show only lasted one season (7 episodes on Showtime); it premiered in the Spring of 2005. A little vintage but still very hilarious.

The humor in this show is right on. Kirstie Alley took her struggle and really twisted it in order for her to own it, rather it owning her. This show has "repeat watching" potential all over it. I love random humor and this show has plenty of that. My favorite ongoing storyline was her maybe romantic relationship with Kid Rock, he even guest stars on one episode. I wish the show would have gone on longer, but what was created was pure genius.


Check out a clip:

I'm leaving...

After much deliberation, I have decided to take a post-graduation trip to Mexico. I will be gone from August 1st- October 3rd. It's a long trip, but I haven't been back to Mexico since the summer of 2001. I've got family to visit and beaches to see. It looks like I'll be traveling to various cities so I'm pretty excited. The beach above is near where I will be staying :)


What does this mean for the blog? I'll still try to update! I'll be staying in Sonora for the most part so I'll have internet at my aunt's house. Hopefully I'll find some shiny items to post on the blog.

This post was super Mexican-centric, I'll add a little Salvi flag to balance it out just for $cruz.

Reading For Fun

I always said that once I was finished with school I would read for fun. I get to choose the books and read at my own pace, freedom!!! Well yesterday I took a very therapeutic trip to Powell's. I went directly to my favorite room, the purple room. It has all the great books, Soc stuff my fav. I'm pretty broke but I managed to find 2 books that seemed pretty interesting and cheap. I will give the full review of each after I read them.

Book #1

A Dream Compels Us: Voices of Salvadoran Women

edited by New Americas Press

This book is a collection of writings that tell the story of Salvadoran women, a silenced population, from the rural areas to the city, from their activism to their political involvement.

Bool #2

Maid in the U.S.A.

by Mary Romero

This book explores the the struggles of Chicana and immigrant domestic workers living in the United States. The author combines the issues of race, class, and gender in the analysis

Mix-Great: Marb$ edition

1. Song that Speaks to my Soul: "Deceptacon"- Le Tigre
Someone decided to sync Jem & the Holograms to Le Tigre's Deceptacon! My hats off to the person who did this video! I love it! This particular song takes me back to a time when I was delving into all sorts of music and idealogies. Le Tigre is a vestige of the feminist riot grrrl movement from the 90's. I was too young to appreciate it, but I like Le Tigre's political lyrics mixed with punk and electro. Yeah, we can have Le Tigre and Pitbull all in the same blog. That's how we do it at IHST. We make no apologies.



2. The Throwback: "Stay The Night"- IMX (previously Immature)
While Tia and Tamara were saying, "Go Home Roger" to Marques Houston, he was actually known as Batman and was part of the band IMX. I used to love this song and video. Check out that Batman mask and cape. I still like the song. I need to re-learn the lyrics.

IMx - Stay The Night
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3. The Guilty Pleasure: "SexyRobotica"- Don Omar
Don Omar has been experimenting with electronic sounds and it is greatly appreciated by me. I maybe have to cop his new album iDon. Don't act like this song doesn't make you want to dance. At least I have the courage to come forward and say I like it.


4. Song That is Like Roses and Chocolate: "I Wanna Know"- Joe
This song played at all of my school dances. It was always one of the last ones to come on because it was epic. I usually bolted during slow dances because they were uncomfortable and awkward. However, if this song was on, I usually said yes because I thought it was so pretty. Yeah, I can be mad cheesy sometimes, leave me alone.

Pitbull on Jimmy Kimmel

Stefanie just showed me this 5 minutes ago and we knew it had to go on the blog immediately.

This live version of I Know You Want Me (Calle Ocho) would make Gloria Estefan and the Miami Sound Machine proud. He keeps it all sorts of Cuban in this performance. When he starts to dance around the 2:30 mark our hearts melted!

That suit he is wearing is the icing on the cake. Most rappers still wear the baggy clothes with the bling or the super tight hipster pants, but not Mr. 305. Pitbull keeps it classy while performing! I bet he smells so good...

MixGreat-ing It Up

1. Song That Speaks To My Soul
"Narrow Minded Social Club"-The Rifles

This album is pretty old, I don't keep up with my hipster ways as much as before, but this album was on heavy rotation back in the day. I really love this song in particular, it's a haunting tune and I love that. I miss these days.



2. The Throwback
"Take Me There"-Blackstreet w/ Mya & Mase

As you know, I've been on a major Sister, Sister kick. I watched an episode where the twins and their gaggle of friends go to "Hotlanta" (Atlanta) for Spring Break. In this episode Mya & Blackstreet perform that song from Rugrats that I had totally forgot about. It's a catchy tune, I love it. I need to re-learn it and sing it at my American Idol audition.



3. The Guilty Pleasure
"Give It Up To Me"-Sean Paul ft. Keisha Cole

This song always pops on my Pandora and I say "it's more than a bit of alright." It's fun and it's associated with the coolest movie ever: Step Up. Sean Paul's voice can get old real quick, but this song is a "hot jam" as the kids say. Check out the video, there is some dancing from Channing Tatum (aka Charming Tatum), so thumbs up.



4. Song That's Like Roses & Chocolate
"Crying Out For Me"-Mario

Mario has another great R&C (Roses & Chocolate) jam. It's classic recipe for sweetness. I love it!!!

Style Icon: The Fierce Ladies of Mad Men

As I have previously mentioned on the blog,I am obsessed with AMC's Mad Men
I think this is why I have directed my energies into finding shift dresses and full skirts for myself. Kudos to those who work in the costume department on this set!

Donald Draper fully approves of this post

David Arquette is a Latina Expert.

David Arquette comments on the Sotomayor hearings by calling Latina's , "nuts". He then tops it all off with a stereotypical Latina impression. Residing in L.A. gives Dr. David Arquette credibility.

Who the hell is he? Last time I checked his career was a joke. I hope Scream 4 tanks.

Tyra is a Dumb Ass Once More

As you all know, we at IHST loathe her (click here to see what we mean).

On today's episode entitled the "Bro Code", Tyra tries to create a discussion surrounding men and their dating habits. This topic just reinforced notions of "rules" and gender roles. It made it okay for men to use predatory advances on women, almost like duping them into a trap. Damn it, Tyra!

There is also a focus on the banding together of men against women. It's just another way of keeping power and oppressing women. As Tyra put it in the intro "Bros before..." and the audience finished with "hos". She smiles and says, "that's not politically correct! maybe in a few years." What the fuck?! Maybe in a few years? There is absolutely no power in the word " ho", tonta Tyra.

The creepers over at Love System show Tyra and a hopeless guy how to trap a women. They bombard the woman with "compliments" and male confidence. The way the women are approached made me roll my eyes. I'd bust out my rape whistle if someone tried to approach me like that- not because I felt threatened, but to make the awkward situation go away.

It was all so angering. Watch the first part below, courtesy of the Love System idiots on the show. The other parts haven't been uploaded yet.

Style Icon: Laura Winslow

I've been re-capturing my childhood lately by watching Nick @ Nite and indulging with Family Matters. They just don't make sitcoms like they used to. I mostly watch for the clothes. Laura Winslow was pretty bangin' with her knee high socks, pleated skirts, and fierce attitude. The outfit above is something I would want to re-create for myself.

Even Harriet had it going on with the many wigs and huge door-knocker earrings. Get it, girl.

And Stefan Urquelle, holler at me boo.

Keeping Up With Roses

We saw this dress in a window display. Isn't it beautiful?!?! There was a white one as well, but I'm a classic lover of red. This dress is so classy while still being fun. I love it. Doesn't it remind you of a certain bag I want?

Dave Chappelle ♥ Portland OR

Portland gained some cool points last night/this morning.

I was sitting around my room watching Dave Chappelle on my laptop when I get a text from my cousin. He asked if "this" Dave Chappelle rumor was true. I responded with "what rumor?" I hunted the world wide web and came to find out that Dave Chappelle was not only roaming around Portland, but that he was going to do a surprise show at Pioneer Square downtown. I got this text close to 11:00pm, therefore I jumped in my shoes and bolted to Marb$ casa. Rumor or not I had to find out if this was true. How perfect was it that I was watching his show at the exact moment I get this news?

We get there and it's just a sea of people, lots of bearded Portland-ers waiting to see if this was going to happen or not. About 2,500 people were there, according to KATU. I knew he was going to be late, he was running on ethnic time...that's what we do. Many of the Anglos in the audience were not having it, they were complaining and bolting by 12:15 am. Better for us, we got a better view. When we first arrived, we stood behind these freaks of nature who were, I swear, 7 feet tall. They drank too much milk.

Our view via iphone and blackberry:

At about 1:00 am, after mini-riots, people leaving, and naked people (yes there were exposed boobies), Dave Chappelle finally made his way to the stage. He had this teeny tiny speaker system and mic. Basically only the first few rows heard what he was saying, we could hear a bit but not fully. Long story short, he couldn't get the sound equipment going and he apologized but was super sincere. Everyone left, and then we walked near the hotel he was staying at. There is where we got to see him up close. Finally, we walked to 7-11 and got a Big Gulp, it was delicious and refreshing.

It was truly an experience.

Portland is growing up, you're becoming someone kid!

Sister, Sister Addict: ME

They give a healthy dose of Sister, Sister on a daily basis. Between BET and ABC Family one has a nice handful of eps to enjoy. I've not only watched the ones on TV, I have entered the world of youtube. I'm so hardcore right now that I am Wikipedia-ing the episodes followed by youtubing the ones that sound fun. I don't really remember the last two season that well, so it's fun to watch those right now.

I want to discuss a particular episode: Popular Mechanic. This episode is very much BMD themed. Tia, meets and flirts with a young man who always comes by her work at the bookstore. Courting begins and he (his name is Tyreke) asks her out, and come to find out he knows Ray! Ray loves Tyreke, but after he finds out he asked Tia out Ray is so not happy about it. Why you ask? If he loved Tyreke as a person, why did he forbid Tia to date him?

One word: Prison!

Yup, Tyreke took the fall for his brother and did "time." But after a 20-something minute episode, love conquered all and Tyreke and Tia became girlfriend/boyfriend.

How BMD is prison? How BMD is family loyalty? How BMD is being charming? Tyreke had it all. So now after watching many episodes from the very last two seasons, Tyreke is the new love of my life. I heart him. Team Tyreke for life! Brian McKnight was no where close, ugh.

Check out the episode:

Part 1

Part 2

Part 3

MixGreat Don't Hate!

1. Song That Speaks To My Soul: "Fall in Love"- Flying Lotus (technically J Dilla)



This is a tribute to the late J Dilla, who died of lupus a few years back. I'm a huge fan of Flying Lotus and J Dilla. Instrumentals always have a way of speaking to my soul because you can interpret them however you wish. This won't be the last time you will hear from either of them. I just uploaded my Flying Lotus cd's so who knows what song will speak to my soul next.

2.The Throwback: "Escapade"- Janet Jackson

This came on my pandora last night and I took it as a sign! Rhythm Nation was my album! I wanted to grow up to be pretty and talented like Janet Jackson. I thought her outfits were so amazing and her dance moves were bomb! So 90's!!

3. The Guilty Pleasure: "Circles"- Crime Mob

crime mob - circle [new]
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I love this song and this video. I don't care who knows it! I wish I was Princess or Diamond from Crime Mob. That red glove with the brass knuckles swinging 'round and 'round? Fabulous.

4. Song That is Like Roses and Chocolate: "Por Que Me Tratas Asi?"- Wisin y Yandel

This song has a slow beat that I enjoy very much. It reminds me of a sensual carousel where you're going to get hit on by some guy with a cubic zirconia in his ear. I don't know why I am on this Wisin y Yandel kick. I absolutely hated reggaeton when I was a pretentious young girl. Now I'm listening to it as getting-down music. Que me paso?!

Open Letter to AMF's.

Dear AMF (also known as Adios Mother Fucker),

I know it's been awhile since we've chilled, but there is something I've got to say: Our relationship is through. I can't hang out with you anymore because you're toxic for me. You're luscious blue color and lemon wedges don't entice me anymore. You cause trouble.

I remember when we first became acquainted. I had a fake ID and my older friends decided you and I would be a good match. You consisted of five different alcohols and some seven-up. Needless to say, things got crazy awesome and I ended up having a great night, despite you burning my esophagus. Soon, I began to order you at the beginning of the night just so that I could make things more interesting. I became a better dancer, singer, and a go-getter. We were two crazy kids in love.

Since you were so amazing, I introduced you to all of my friends. After my little brother turned 21, I presented you to him in a nice plastic cup with a cherry and lemon garnish. He was appalled and offended by your "girly" blue and said, "what the hell is this crap?". He took a long sip and almost barfed from the taste while his eyes bulged out of his head. You don't mess around AMF, you are so bad.

In conclusion, I want to remember my night and stop barfing up blue stuff when I've gone too far. It just looks like smurf blood was splattered everywhere.

Adios Mother Fucker,

Marble$ & La Tormenta

MixGreat is daaaa bomb!

1. Song That Speaks To My Soul

"Grey Gardens"-Rufus Wainwright

Rufus is great, super unique artist who makes great music. I love many of his songs, but I picked this one because I used to put it on repeat like no other. It's still one of the top 25 played on my itunes. When I saw him live I was hoping he would play this song, but he didn't. I was a little sad, but his show was amazing from beginning to end. Here is Rufus performing the song.

2. The Throwback

"Honey"-Mariah Carey

This song is truly timeless. I remember when this video came out, it was like a video of gold. MC is literally gold skin to hair to life. This video was the reveal of her transformation, basically from good girl gone bad. I love singing this song.

3. The Guilty Pleasure

"Obsessed"-Mariah Carey

I'm going to keep a theme here, Mariah Carey. I like this song. Not only is it a catchy tune I just like what it says. You're the ultimate diva when you can ask "why are you so obsessed with me?" I love it. Forever, Mariah's voice is timeless.

4. Song That Is Like Roses & Chocolate

"Differences"-Ginuwine

It's Ginuwine, do I have to explain? He is like Señor Roses & Chocolate, he invented it. This song is beautiful from beginning to end, it's got soul, passion, tears? All the good stuff. Pour a glass of champagne and let go let flow.

Food!!

Lately, I've been a big fan of food due to the side effects of the medication I have to take because of allergy-invasion-2009. I've been eating like a 300-pound man and I am making no apologies. The pictures above are from eating experiences we have had in the last couple of months. When our food is impressive, we like to take pictures of it. We're awesome.

Cesar Chavez Blvd in Portland!

Today, I woke up to a text that read: "City Council voted unanimously to rename 39th Ave, Cesar Chavez blvd." One small but very significant step for the whitest city in America! No, for reals, it's overwhelmingly white (check it), I'm not making this up!

Read all about it here!

¡Zapatos!

Here are some shoes I've collected over the past few weeks.

On the left are my DKNY silver amazing shoes from Macy's. I got these shoes to match my post-graduation dress. These shoes channel my inner disco diva. I love them.

My Chuck's are from my recent Nike employee store trip. I was throwing things in my cart like I had all the money. But I had to take the opportunity. I just really love the colors, but I wish they were high tops.

The yellow peep toes are from Payless Shoe Source. They were my graduation shoes. I love these shoes, fun and summery.