Entertainment, Advice, The Average Joe, and of course my own personal woes... What will I talk about? Who knows? I've decided that I need a larger space to record my countless rants. Like to hear it? Here it goes...

Happy New Year!!!


This year I intend to re-group, re-think, re-imagine, and most importantly re-invent.  Talk is cheap! Thus, I'm just going to work on me. Others will only know what I am doing once it is done. I certainly believe that given the opportunity people will try to drag you down (like crabs in a barrel)... even if not consciously. 

The power of the mind is a great force. It is essential to free yourself of toxicity which may come in the form of friends, family, foes, or those unknown. Oprah says it best..."Surround yourself with people who can lift you higher."

We only have one life to live, so live out loud. Live your life for you and no one else. Allowing others to influence the way we live our lives will render us powerless.

"They can say, anything they want to say. Try to bring me down, but I will not allow anyone to succeed hanging clouds over me... I refuse to falter in what I believe or lose faith in my dreams" ~ Mariah Carey

The following song is going to serve as my theme for this new year and new decade:

"Free your mind and the rest will follow" ~ En Vogue

Uggs are UggLY!

Anyone who knows me... knows that I cannot stand the "Classic" Uggs. There is absolutely nothing attractive about that boot. For those of you who are fellow New Yorkers, you probably know that young girls from Long Island tend to gravitate towards these hideous fashion faux-pas.

Birds of a feather... flock together!
(Photo courtesy of Street Correspondent, Kerri K.)

What is the fascination with these boots? Why do people spend upwards of $200 for a pair? Those of you who swear by them will attest to their comfort and warmth as the reason for donning them in the streets. Well, I think there are some subconscious reasons that you've yet to consider, after all I've seen girls wear them with skirts in 70F degree weather.

The sheepskin provides warmth and comfort while preventing moisture (NOT WATERPROOF); However, I believe those are secondary reasons. This is a style conscious world we live in... and for those who aren't conscious?... They get featured on my blog!


I believe that some advantageous Hollywood starlet, dared to be different by purchasing these boots before they gained any popularity. She was likely photographed and featured in various tabloids and then... a TREND was born. Eventually as the trend began to wane with the "Who's Who?" of the entertainment industry, the UGGs phenomena trickled down to the average folk... and they just won't let it go.

I've said it before and I will say it again... Uggs make your feet look like that of Chewbacca or a Sasquatch. Even worse, after awhile they become broken-in, taking on the form of your foot. This along with water, dirt, and salt stains make for one helluva site for sore eyes. The larger the persons feet... the worse they look.

Aside from the fact that they are not visually appealing; in my opinion... The "classic" Uggs tend to shorten the leg while adding bulk. What does this mean? They make you look shorter and wider.

Ugg Australia offers a wide variety of alternatives on their website. Ladies, consider the Classic Argyle, Cardy, or the Lo Pro Drawstring from their knitted collection. If you interested in leather, take a look at the "Roseberry" boot in their Fashion collection. These are a more fresh and fashionable alternative to the classic boot. There is a slew of other boots, shoes, etc. to choose from.

Gentlemen... I never want to see any of my fellow brethren sporting a pair of Classic Uggs.

For those of you who would rather die than go without your Classic Uggs. I implore you... please do not try to glam these boots up. Just wear them for their functionality and warmth. Most importantly, think twice before wearing them with spandex/leggings or a skirt.

P.S. The "Ultra Tall/Short" boots are almost as bad as the Classic.

*Many thanks to Kerri K., Cense & Censibility Street Correspondent for the photo contribution.

You can join the Censibility team by sending in photos of fashion wrecks etc. to CENSIBILITY@GMAIL.COM

*Feel free to post your comments below.


Merry Christmas to all of my readers.

The following is probably my favorite Christmas carol and probably the two BEST renditions I have ever heard. So in the spirit of the holiday, I would like to share both of them with you.  The song is O' Holy Night and the following are two distinctly different performances by two of the greatest living singers/divas of all time.

O' Holy Night ~ Patti LaBelle *sung live and primarily acapella (Album: The Best of Patti LaBelle, The Christmas Collection)


O' Holy Night ~ Celine Dion *sung live (Album: These Are Special Times)


I hope you enjoyed! Again, Merry Christmas to you and all of yours and best wishes for a Happy New Year.

La Isla Bonita - Madonna

What's New with Lady Gaga?


Girls just wanna have fun... Pop singers, Cyndi Lauper and Lady Gaga teamed up as the new spokespersons for MAC’s AIDS Fund along with their Spring 2010 “Viva Glam” ad campaign.

While the photo certainly captures Lauper’s wacky personality, Gaga actually appears to be more of a “lady” rather than just gaga. Soft pinks and a demure pose? It’s a vast difference from her normal Satan’s mistress look.

Side note: I’m sure this picture has been photoshopped, but for a 56 year-old woman, Cyndi looks fantastic… She is certainly giving Lady Gaga's youthful, 23 year-old curves a run for the money.

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There is currently a massive amount of hoopla surrounding Tiger Woods. The man known for putting the mundane sport of golf (if you will) on the map is now the center of controversy. What started out as a car accident has manifested into sex, lies, and possibly videotape. Honestly speaking, I really haven’t been following the details, because Tiger Woods has always been a drab figure in the world of entertainment. Even allegations of drug and sexual addiction aren’t enough to spruce up that hum drum character.

The only reason everyone is so interested in this “scandal” is because he was seemingly the quintessential family man… a golden boy. News flash people!!! Before anything else, he is first a man. Let’s face it… with all of that money; he is bound to be a conquest for many jezebels.

This appears to be nothing more than a modern day witch hunt and the media will not be satisfied until Woods’ name has been dragged through the mud. Sorry Tiger, but the price of fame is a real BITCH. I personally couldn’t care which forest… Tiger chooses to lay his wood in; I'm just sick of hearing about him. Though I would love to know if his wife is going to hang in there or will she cash out. I say she may as well go ahead and take him to the cleaners, it's likely the main reason she snagged him in the first place.


What's your point of view? Feel free to leave a comment.

67th Golden Globe Nominations

It's that time again ladies and gents... Nominations have been announced for the 67th Annual Golden Globe Awards. I must say, I am rather excited about the possibilities. While I haven't seen all of the nominated films/shows/performances, the competition appears to be pretty stiff. Good Luck to all of the nominees. The Golden Globe Awards will air live on Sunday, January 17, 2010 at 5 PM PST and 8PM EST.

* Be sure to comment below on your picks for the best.

Take a look at some of the categories (click on film/show for trailers etc.):

Best Motion Picture - Drama
Avatar
The Hurt Locker
Inglourious Basterds
Precious: Based On The Novel Push By Sapphire
Up In The Air

Best Performance by an Actress in a Motion Picture - Drama
Emily Blunt – The Young Victoria
Sandra Bullock – The Blind Side
Helen Mirren – The Last Station
Carey Mulligan – An Education
Gabourey Sidibe – Precious: Based On The Novel Push By Sapphire

I feel this category will be the toughest. Newcomer Gabourey Sidibe is up against seasoned vets, especially Helen Mirren. Will her raw emotional role win her a Golden Globe in one of the most coveted categories? Perhaps Sandra Bullock will steal it for her very much talked about performance in The Blind Side. Who knows? I can't even begin to guess in this category, but it'll likely be between Emily, Sandra, Helen and Gabourey.

Best Performance by an Actor in a Motion Picture - Drama
Jeff Bridges – Crazy Heart
George Clooney – Up In The Air
Colin Firth – A Single Man
Morgan Freeman – Invictus
Tobey Maguire – Brothers

Okay, I predict Mr. Freeman will take the award home for this category.

Best Motion Picture - Musical Or Comedy
(500) Days Of Summer
The Hangover
It's Complicated
Julie & Julia
Nine

I think this one is going to be a no-brainer... Although it has yet to open, Nine is sure to grasp this award. I am anxiously awaiting to see this movie.

Best Performance by an Actress in a Motion Picture - Musical or Comedy
Sandra Bullock – The Proposal
Marion Cotillard – Nine
Julia Roberts – Duplicity
Meryl Streep – It's Complicated
Meryl Streep – Julie & Julia

Come on people... nice line up, but Meryl is nominated twice... the woman is phenomenal. Ms. Streep, get ready to give another acceptance speech.

Best Performance by an Actor in a Motion Picture - Musical Or Comedy
Matt Damon – The Informant!
Daniel Day-Lewis – Nine
Robert Downey Jr. – Sherlock Holmes
Joseph Gordon-Levitt – (500) Days Of Summer
Michael Stuhlbarg – A Serious Man

Best Performance by an Actress In A Supporting Role in a Motion Picture
Pen̩lope Cruz РNine
Vera Farmiga – Up In The Air
Anna Kendrick – Up In The Air
Mo'nique – Precious: Based On The Novel Push By Sapphire
Julianne Moore – A Single Man

Interesting!!! People are raving about Mo'nique's performance in Precious, but I'm not sure if it was riveting enough to snag this award.

Best Performance by an Actor In A Supporting Role in a Motion Picture
Matt Damon – Invictus
Woody Harrelson – The Messenger
Christopher Plummer – The Last Station
Stanley Tucci – The Lovely Bones
Christoph Waltz – Inglourious Basterds

Best Animated Feature Film
Cloudy With A Chance Of Meatballs
Coraline
Fantastic Mr. Fox
The Princess And The Frog
Up

I wonder if Disney's decision to feature an African American princess for a change, will land them this award? Probably so!

Best Director - Motion Picture
Kathryn Bigelow – The Hurt Locker
James Cameron – Avatar
Clint Eastwood – Invictus
Jason Reitman – Up In The Air
Quentin Tarantino – Inglourious Basterds

Best Screenplay - Motion Picture
District 9 - Written by Neill Blomkamp, Terri Tatchell
The Hurt Locker - Written by Mark Boal
Inglourious Basterds - Written by Quentin Tarantino
It's Complicated - Written by Nancy Meyers
Up In The Air - Written by Jason Reitman, Sheldon Turner

Best Television Series - Drama
Big Love (HBO)
Dexter (SHOWTIME)
House (FOX)
Mad Men (AMC)
True Blood (HBO)

Best Performance by an Actress In A Television Series - Drama
Glenn Close – Damages (FX NETWORK)
January Jones – Mad Men (AMC)
Julianna Margulies – The Good Wife (CBS)
Anna Paquin – True Blood (HBO)
Kyra Sedgwick – The Closer (TNT)

Best Performance by an Actor In A Television Series - Drama
Simon Baker – The Mentalist (CBS)
Michael C. Hall – Dexter (SHOWTIME)
Jon Hamm – Mad Men (AMC)
Hugh Laurie – House (FOX)
Bill Paxton – Big Love (HBO)

Best Television Series - Musical Or Comedy
30 Rock (NBC)
Entourage (HBO)
Glee (FOX)
Modern Family (ABC)
The Office (NBC)

Okay! I'm rather sick of 30 Rock taking home all of the awards. My vote is for Glee. Not only is it the only musical in this category, but it really is a great show. It's like a more mature High School Musical. The singing is fantastic and so is the acting. Music, Comedy and Drama... what else could you ask for? The sarcastically witty character, Sue Silvestre, is sure to keep you in stitches.

Well that's all for my pre-awards talk. Post awards wrap will take place on Jan. 18, in which I will discuss the winners/losers and their fashion choices.
Click HERE for the complete list of nominations.

That's What WIGS are for...

While dining alone certainly isn't a crime...Wearing a "bandanna/night scarf" in public, at a restaurant, and matching it to your shirt... is certainly a SIN.
I knew she deserved a citation after using a lottery card to dislodge
the remnants of food between her teeth. Klassy with a K!
*Ladies!!! Listen up! I don't care how nasty the weather is... Please do not leave the house with head-rags or curlers on your head... God forbid both (this woman did).
In doing so... She managed to look like a modern day Mammy (Gone With The Wind)

*Should you capture a picture of a fashion wreck etc... Be an In-Transit Street Correspondent and email the picture to Censibility@gmail.com

1990 - Whitney Houston "My Name is Not Susan"

A Tale of Jack...

JACK SPRAT COULD EAT NO FAT...


HIS WIFE?

WELL... SHE COULD EAT NO LEAN!


AND SO BETWEEN THEM BOTH YOU SEE...

THEY LICKED THE PLATTER CLEAN!

Yes! They are in fact a couple... Though he looks severly depressed as he sits there;

I knew for sure they were together when she grabbed the back of his chair and dragged

him next to her.




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