On May 17th, 2017, Jack Antonoff posted a message to his 255K Instagram followers letting us know that we should be at 24th & Madison at promptly 5pm. This message was accompanied by an image of his childhood bedroom. As an avid Bleachers fan, I blindly obliged and found myself waiting in line, behind roughly…
KID CUDI’S DEPRESSION ANNOUNCEMENT JUST CHANGED EVERYTHING
On Tuesday, October 5th, rapper Kid Cudi took to Facebook to inform his fans that he is checking into a rehabilitation facility for his struggles with "depression and suicidal urges." This admission came as a surprise to many; Cudi has always given off the impression of a very happy-go-lucky guy despite his sometimes ominous lyrics.…
CHELSEA HANDLER SPEAKS OUT ABOUT HER ABORTIONS
Abortion: one word that brings about more controversy than any other. With so many Americans standing on either side of the fence surrounding the topic of abortion, it should come as no surprise that when Chelsea Handler admitted to having two abortions as a teen, the internet was in an all-out frenzy. Every article, including…
THE CASE OF #FREEKESHA AND VICTIM-BLAMING
Chants of “Free Kesha!” echoed through the streets as Kesha Sebert walked down the steps of the court that had just failed her. Choking back tears, she walked past a crowd of fans who were patiently waiting outside as a judge ruled that she would have to continue to work alongside the man who she says…
BLOGGERS TAKE OVER
Six figure incomes, millions of followers, collaborations with massive brands – this is what fashion blogging has become. Words and photos posted to websites are now capable of netting incomes beyond those of Wall Street powerhouses; the elusive and prevailing women of the blogosphere are taking the reigns of an entirely new era in the…
AMERICA’S SEXUAL ASSAULT CRISIS: WOMEN ARE TAKING CONTROL
Women have spent decades silenced by the compression of society, confined by the fear of doubt, and crippled beneath the pressure of keeping abuse locked away inside of them. But things are changing. With a recent wave of women coming forward to talk about their experiences with rape and sexual assault, the world is becoming…
10 FILMS YOU MUST SEE BEFORE THE OSCARS
Masters of Hollywood – from directors to actors – anticipate awards season each and every year, hoping that their work throughout the past 12 months will gain them a coveted nomination. Whether you think of the Golden Globes, the Screen Actors Awards, or the prestigious Oscars when you think of the most exciting night for…
MY LOVE HATE RELATIONSHIP WITH TAYLOR SWIFT
As a female around the same age as Taylor Swift, I feel as though I grew up with her. When she became famous - in all of her country princess glory - I was in high school and could relate to every lyric that she sang. Her teardrops on her guitar seemed to resonate with…
AMERICA’S INFATUATION WITH THE FAD DIET
Advertisements for diets and plastic surgery "fixes" are frequently in the media, on billboards, and even plastered around our daily commute. Americans are notorious for their constant desire to lose weight and lose it fast by popping a diet pill or drinking lemonade mixtures for three weeks. But the massive infatuation that spreads through a…
WHAT DO YOU THINK ABOUT THE NUDE CELEBRITY SCANDAL?
Over Labor Day Weekend, nude photos of various celebrities including Jennifer Lawrence and Kate Upton were leaked online by a 4chan user, causing an absolute uproar. While many have been expressing pity for the stars, a larger number of people are turning their noses up and, for lack of better term, "slut-shaming" Lawrence and Upton for taking the photos…
REMEMBERING ROBIN WILLIAMS: A COMEDIC GENIUS
On Monday, August 11th, one of Hollywood's most beloved actors lost his unremitting battle with depression. Robin Williams, once dubbed as the "funniest man in the world", was quietly struggling as he continued to produce work that brought a light to the world. Irony at it's darkest, the actor may have succumbed to his demons,…
ARE THE 1960S COMING BACK?
The 1960s will always be an era that is looked back on fondly for its signature fashion, its art, and its music. As of 2014, a respective half-century later, figureheads in pop culture are making very strong references back to the 'flower power' age - we have Mad Men, Mumford & Sons, Diane von Furstenberg, and so many…
BROADWAY’S RISE FROM STAGE TO BIG SCREEN
Broadway shows have held their place in the entertainment industry as both a platform for artists to launch their careers, as well as a stage for seasoned actors to take a break from television or film in order to exercise their musical talents. Over the past several years, however, Hollywood has taken a growing interest in the…
DISSECTING ROBIN THICKE’S NEW ALBUM ‘PAULA’
Robin Thicke is making headlines worldwide following the release of his newest album, Paula. Unlike previous headline-grabbing attention for breaking records within the music industry for 'Blurred Lines', Thicke's latest media coverage comes in the form of public scrutiny. This past February, Thicke announced that he and his wife of nine years, Paula Patton, were separating. The…
REMEMBERING THE INDESTRUCTIBLE MAYA ANGELOU
"Nothing can dim the light which shines within." On May 28th, legendary poet, author, and activist, Maya Angelou, passed away at 86-years-old. Leaving behind a legacy much bigger than she had ever hoped, Maya will be remembered for her enchanting words that managed to capture the very essence of her gentle soul, as well as…
EMMA WATSON: HOLLYWOOD’S IVY LEAGUE STYLE ICON
Emma Watson has been in the limelight since the tender age of eleven when she stole our hearts as Hermione Granger in the Harry Potter series. Since then, the actress has broadened her acting horizons by taking on roles such as those in The Bling Ring, Noah, and The Perks of Being a Wallflower. Amidst her plethora of movies, she has…
HOW TAVI GEVINSON IS RAISING THE BAR
Tavi Gevinson has accomplished more in her 17 years than most people do in a lifetime. Don't let her youthful appearance fool you, this young woman has a résumé that includes titles like author, founder, actress, Broadway star, and voice of a generation. At eleven years old, Tavi founded Rookie Style - a fashion blog featuring photos of…
THE KIM AND KANYE VOGUE COVER BACKLASH
Just when we thought we'd seen it all, Anna Wintour, American Vogue's editor-in-chief, goes and puts Kanye West and Kim Kardashian on the cover of the magazine's April issue. Many fashionistas are in an uproar over the unveiling of the cover, claiming that the magazine has lost it's dignity by putting two of the most…
THE IMPACT OF TATTOOS IN MODERN SOCIETY
There have been periods in history when tattoos were deemed a "fad" that would pass in time but time has proven different - 23% of Americans have tattoos as of 2014; that's 1 in 5 people. Many actors, actresses and models proudly display their beautiful work for the world to see, yet most Americans cave…
LADY GAGA’S DESPERATE ANTICS GAIN ATTENTION AT SXSW
"You don't need a f*cking record label, you don’t need a company, you are the spirit of every artist!" Lady GaGa, who is signed to four different labels, screamed to her fans during her hour-long performance at SXSW. It is no secret that the singer, who once reigned #1 on charts across the world, is…