by Jac Kern
07.12.2011
Jac Loves 'Ice Loves Coco'
Plenty of people have a favorite celebrity couple. You've got Jay-Z and Beyonce, Posh and Becks, Jada and Will Smith and Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie — a couple so famous together, they've morphed into one entity known as Brangelina. Side note: I had a Friends-obsessed high school pal who quite literally slipped into a bout of depression when Brad dumped Jennifer Aniston for Angie. The topic of famous duos is really no laughing matter.
by Jac Kern
06.02.2011
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MTV Movie Awards Live Chat!
Tune into MTV at 9 p.m. Sunday night for the only awards show that features Twilight in several categories. This is your chance to catch up on mainstream movies CityBeat is too cool to review so you have something to talk about with your little sister. And where else will you see Lupe Fiasco, Foo Fighters and Trey Songz (there's no way that's his real name) perform on the same stage? All of this bullshit will be hosted by Jason Sudekis, a saving grace, who is both funny and cute. Presenters include Charlie Sheen replacement Ashton Kutcher, Justin Bieber pedo Selena Gomez and everyone's favorite long john enthusiast, Charlie Day.
We'll start the night early with some red carpet action and check out what all the stars(?) are wearing…and watch the America's Best Dance Crew finale, which coincides with the pre-show at 8 p.m. Seriously, not that I watch ABDC, but there's a group 8-year-olds that dance really well. You're gonna love it.
As always, we promise lots of interactive polls, drinking games and hard-hitting reportage.
Go here for the MTV Movie Awards Live Chat. Because some of you were really going to watch anyway. Also, Jason Sudekis is funny and cute.
We'll start the night early with some red carpet action and check out what all the stars(?) are wearing…and watch the America's Best Dance Crew finale, which coincides with the pre-show at 8 p.m. Seriously, not that I watch ABDC, but there's a group 8-year-olds that dance really well. You're gonna love it.
As always, we promise lots of interactive polls, drinking games and hard-hitting reportage.
Go here for the MTV Movie Awards Live Chat. Because some of you were really going to watch anyway. Also, Jason Sudekis is funny and cute.
by Jac Kern
05.06.2011
CFW Profile: Laura Dawson
Fashion designer Laura Dawson makes her homecoming Monday as she shows her collection in Cincinnati Fashion Week (CFW) for the second year. A graduate of The University of Cincinnati's College of Design, Architecture, Art and Planning (DAAP), Dawson went on to New York to work for Donna Karan, style/design for Moby, The Brazilian Girls, Yelle and The Scissor Sisters and even appeared on Bravo's The Fashion Show. She founded her line of women's clothing in 2003 and has worked out of London since 2009.
by Jac Kern
05.05.2011
CFW Profile: Jonathan Mezibov
Fashion designer Jonathan Mezibov grew up in Cincinnati and has since gone on to launch his own clothing line and website, featuring shirts that have appeared in GQ Japan and Vogue China Men. Mezibov returns to the Queen City this month for the second annual Cincinnati Fashion Week (CFW).
by Jac Kern
01.19.2011
Golden Globes: The True Winners
By now you've heard all about the Golden Globe awardees (and, if not, click here). But anyone who watched this hot mess of an awards show knows that the true winners are all of us viewers. Ricky Gervais made us wet our pants in laughter with one hell of a hosting job, Ryan Seacrest made us all uncomfortable as he showed off his "interviewing skills" and the show provided us with plenty of drinking game opportunities (every time someone says "Hollywood Foreign Press," take a shot!).
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09.24.2009
Local Designer at Urban Outfitters
Earlier this year, Ashley Thomas interviewed local DAAP student and fashion designer Lacey Voss about her upcoming self-titled capsule collection (see interview here). Well, ladies (and maybe some dudes), the wait to preview, buy and wear Voss' designs is over because she will be at Urban Outfitters from 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Saturday for a special trunk sale.
Urban Outfitters is hosting a College Night Sale-abration in honor of the back to school season. There will a live band, DJ and the LACEYVOSS line will be on sale all day. Urban Outfitters is also giving 10% off all merchandise with valid student ID.
Her latest collection features lots of bold colors and ikat-ish patterns in short, flirty dresses, rompers, and strapless jumpers. Look for interesting details in the tailoring and hems of each piece. This is a perfect opportunity to buy local, even at a national chain. After the sale at Urban, her pieces will be available at the Mustard Seed in Clifton and the soon-to-be Brush Factory in Brighton.
To preview the LACEYVOSS line, check out her new Web site here. Urban Outfitters is located on Ohio Avenue in Clifton. Call 513-872-0245 for more information about college night or the sale.
by Jac Kern
07.08.2009
Lovin’ Spoonflower
Yesterday I was driving along listening to “The Story” on National Public Radio, a program hosted by Dick Gordon. Gordon interviews “everyday people” who have experienced something interesting to share. Yesterday, Gordon talked with Stephen Faser, an Internet marketing pro-turned-fabric printer from North Carolina. Faser and his wife started creating their own fabrics to make textile items for their family, which soon blossomed into their custom printing company, Spoonflower.
by Jac Kern
06.29.2009
D.I.Y.-er Du Jour: Amber Reis
Etsy shop-owner Amber Reis of Latonia, Ky., grew up where the concept of D.I.Y. runs true: on a farm. Originally her grandfather’s, Amber’s farm is located in Southern Campell County in a town called Grants Lick. It was there that Amber learned about the importance of making her own food and clothing and reducing her dependence on store-bought products. Amber Reis is today’s D.I.Y.-er Du Jour!
