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Side Boob vs. Nipple Bra

nipple-braAmerican Apparel’s oversexed ads have made the Side Boob the next big thing in ta-tas. Side Boob celebrity enthusiasts include but are not limited to: Lilo and Miley Cyrus. If I had to pinpoint the precursor to the Side Boob trend, I’d probs go with something obvious, . . . → GO ON… Side Boob vs. Nipple Bra
THE SOAPBOX

TAKE BACK THE GENDER. BOYCOTT AA.

boycottaa2Because equating femininity with crotch shots and blowjob faces is, like, so last season. TAKE BACK THE GENDER. BOYCOTT AA. After you’ve joined the Facebook Movement Against American Apparel-clad T&A, feel free to create your own versions of the propaganda below. And, just for fun, let’s compare/contrast some dude . . . → GO ON… TAKE BACK THE GENDER. BOYCOTT AA.
THE SOAPBOX

American Apparel: The Slut Jig is Up

So. I’m cooking dinner the other night for me and my BF, and I’m wearing American Apparel leggings and a top that doesn’t entirely cover my bum. He notes that I’ve got a cute butt for the nine thousandth time, and I’m flattered for the nine . . . → GO ON… American Apparel: The Slut Jig is Up
DIY

Fanny Pack Fun

fannyFanny Packs have experienced something of a renaissance as of late. I’m a fan now, but that’s not why I purchased one last fall. The purchase was on account of a last-minute Halloween costume involving me as an American Apparel “model” (aka slut) and my boyfriend . . . → GO ON… Fanny Pack Fun
DIY

How To Make an Infinity Scarf for Under Ten Bucks

scarfcollage2I wandered into American Apparel the other day, and was immediately enchanted by the following: Said enchantment dissolved upon learning that the Unisex Circle Scarf and the Super Sheer Circle Scarf retail for $28.00 and $37.00, respectively. Beotch please – for a piece of fabric cut into a . . . → GO ON… How To Make an Infinity Scarf for Under Ten Bucks
RESALE

The Post Where I Retract My Previous Position On Secondhand Leggings

In the past, I’ve described leggings as too close to underwear to be thrifted in good conscience. I’d like to retract my position, as I’ve recently come to the conclusion that the sketch-factor of secondhand items has more to do with what they’re made of than . . . → GO ON… The Post Where I Retract My Previous Position On Secondhand Leggings
RETAIL FARE

American Apparel Makes Annoyingly Awesome Tank Top

I’ve been known to rag on American Apparel for their price points, so the following may or may not make me a serious hypocrite. Whatevs. Last week, I hit the store with the intent of purchasing a replacement Ruched Front Tube Bra, as my current one’s . . . → GO ON… American Apparel Makes Annoyingly Awesome Tank Top
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Forever 21 Inspired By American Apparel

I was browsing Forever 21 yesterday when I experienced a glitch in the matrix and/or case of deja vu. Why do these Groovy Tulip Leggings ($11.80) look shockingly familiar? Oh, that’s why. Of all things to copy from American Apparel, Forever 21 jacks the Afrika High Waist Legging . . . → GO ON… Forever 21 Inspired By American Apparel
RESALE

Resale Price Points

Yesterday, I said I paid twenty bucks at Buffalo Exchange for an American Apparel Figure Skater Dress. I uncovered the below work of art and learned I was mistaken. I paid $17. And yes, that original tag means it wasn’t pre-worn or pre-owned. NEW clothes at secondhand . . . → GO ON… Resale Price Points
STYLE SHIZNAT

American Apparel Figure Skater Dress For Less

I first tried on American Apparel’s Nylon Tricot Figure Skater Dress six months ago; an item so popular that both Forever 21 AND Urban Outfitters attempted to copy it. Of course, the “inspired by” versions stank like poo, but I wasn’t about to pony up . . . → GO ON… American Apparel Figure Skater Dress For Less