by Ian Tyrrell
A popular new trend has began to appear in the world of high fashion and home decorating: the use of the colour pink. What began as a fashion statement has become a personal obsession, as pink lovers discover new ways to use pink in every aspect of their daily lives. The history of pink provides interesting insight into the rising popularity of the colour pink.
The story of Pink – Surprisingly, prior to World War II, the colour pink was more often associated with baby boys than girls. Red was viewed as a masculine colour, and baby boys were expected to wear the diluted colour red. Baby girls were often dressed in blue! However, things began to change starting sometime after the second World War, and pink began the rise to feminine dominance that would continue for decades.
During the booming post-war economy of the 1950s, women were finding their way back out of the factories and into the home. The stronger economy led to a rise in the sale of consumer goods and make-up. As women began to purchase pink nail polish and blushes (where pink symbolized health and vitality), pink began to become more heavily associated with women. The phrase “think pink” began to appear in sales to women after appearing as a song in the 1957 film “Funny Face,” starring 1950s icon Audrey Hepburn. At the same time, the Barbie doll was introduced, and capitalized on the rising pink associations. Later, in the 1960s, pink was used as an ironic way to undercut masculinity, as in the “Pink Panther” film. Pink continued its rise as a cheeky, feminine symbol in songs like “Pink Cadillac” and “Pretty in Pink” in the 1980s. In 2000, a new singer with hot pink hair even arrived on the scene, going by the name Pink.
What Started the present Passion for Pink? – The current pink obsession was probably set in motion by the 2001 film “Legally Blond,” in which Reese Witherspoon plays a law student who lives in a world of pink and even has a tiny pink-dressed dog. The comedy showed how a human “Barbie doll” could be tough and smart without losing her girlish femininity. Girls everywhere enjoyed the idea of combining intelligence with girly sexiness, and the popularity of pink products rose even further.
Pink in the Home – Those in search of a rosier world can now find a wide range of ways to decorate their homes in fashionable pink things. Pink can be the dominant colour scheme for a room, or it can be used as an accent colour to bring a little fun to the everyday. In the bedroom, pink blankets and sheets create a cosy haven, with pink fuzzy slippers waiting at the foot of the bed. In the bathroom, pink toothbrushes and shower curtains can create a sense of pampering, and pink clocks and rugs create elegant touches for the living room as well. Pink has even invaded the kitchen. Now pink kitchen accessories are available, from pink kettles and toasters to a pink microwave oven!
Pink Motoring – Those who love pink do not just want it for the home, however. Pink car accessories are now the rage, with pink flashlights, key chains, and even car mats for pink floors. Travellers heading overseas may decide to purchase pink luggage, which not only makes a statement but is easy to spot at the airport.
A Psychology of Pink – A “pink princess” is the nickname given to women devoted to the colour pink. Pink princesses embrace pink as a whole identity, a personal statement and an outlook on life. Edith Piaf’s song “Ma Vie En Rose” translates well for these pink lovers: “My Life in Pink.” The colour offers a wonderful combination of associations: on the one hand, pink is soft and flirty, but it is also elegant and fashionable. The growing field of colour psychology makes even more dramatic claims about pink, arguing that the presence of pink even has the power to soothe. Studies suggest that even criminals may behave better when surrounded by the colour pink.
The rising pink trend may prove to be about more than a fashion. It may be about pink lovers adopting a new outlook on life. There is a reason for the phrase “seeing the world through rose colored glasses.” Surrounding people with pink may actually make them happier.
Posted on 9 October '09 by Ian Tyrrell, under Gossip. No Comments.
by Mindy Lansdale
Unless you’ve been living under a rock, you’ve heard about or seen Kanye West gatecrashing the stage during this years MTV video awards in the middle of Taylor Swift’s acceptance speech.
Now I’m no fan of Taylor (or the MTV video awards for that matter), but come on – let the girl have her moment in the spotlight. Have we lost all respect and decorum as a society? Apparently so, just take a look at the lyrics of a few Kanye West songs. Having already done that myself, and ruined my appetite for the day, I really don’t think it’s that out of character for him.
This leads me on to another point – why does pop music have to be so freakin’ lifeless? I mean, everything that’s out there is just crap icing on top of crap cake. I just can’t stand to listen to it anymore. It’s an unfortunate reflection on us when we are mostly aware of how shallow it all is, but we just accept it anyway. All the majority want is soulless, background music and copies of copies for the rest of their lives.
Yet that’s another tangent altogether, so let’s get back to Kanye the moronic egomaniac. Should we be surprised? No. In a world where idiocy is rewarded with airplay and publicity, more of the same can be expected. Fame is sought after at all costs even should it be someone elses five minutes of fame that you’re taking. Why should we even care what these people say, sing or think about? There have mostly done nothing that warrants us valuing their opinion.
I know what you’re thinking – why should you care what I say, sing or think about? Well, any ideas that present themselves in my little brain tend to find themselves emerging as a rant or rave – even if I’m not particularly qualified to comment on the issue.
I guess I should try writing pop music…
Mindy Lansdale
Posted on 5 October '09 by Mindy Lansdale, under Gossip. No Comments.
by Eric J. Edgerton Alma R. Perez Ruth J. Keller David M. Plowman Alfred J. Tiedemann Eddie A. Ray Frank R. Henderson Donna J. Oneal Deborah K. Wegman Kathy J. Coldiron Savannah J. Agin Sherri F. Evans
People of the United States meaning the American People aren’t quiet smart at most times because many of them don’t know that you can watch your favorite TV show on the internet. Lots of people like to trick you on youtube and only show 5 minutes of a video. If you search google for ‘watch gossip girl’ you will find great websites that stream the full episodes on their website for free.
I’d recommend to checkout the Official CW website they only have the recent three episodes though there are many websites on Google you can find with all the episodes. I came across sidereel which is a pretty good website and they have like 30 links for all the latest episodes that are usually working.
It’s a safe bet to beware of all the things that happen to these websites. You will find websites that want you to download things but make sure not to download anything that you don’t know what it is. Many people who are scared of streaming episodes online will prefer to buy the DVD seasons.
Watch the story of seven teens who have many problems in life as a wealthy class family. It’s about a book series that was created by Cecily Von Ziegesar. Lots of teenagers love to watch this TV Show because of all the gossip with all the characters. Hence the name Gossip Girls. If you like the book, you’ll definitely like the TV Show.
It sucks when you miss watching your favorite TV Show because you had a busy day and forgot all about it. Gossip girls is a tv show were you see many high school girls fight and bicker with each other. It’s very crazy and you can relate it to the movie mean girls as these girls are wealthy and rich and are snobby to one another.
People who want to save money have the option to watch gossip girl online for free. Some sites may recommend you try and download gossip girl to your computer. You will first have to register on the website and choose a one time membership plan. They will then allow you unlimited downloads for all the tv shows, episodes and movies you can think of.
I’ve listed all the recommended websites that I think have high quality episodes of gossip girl for you to watch. So checkout the sites below hopefully this list will help all the dedicated fans of Gossip Girl.
Posted on 30 September '09 by Paul Morales, under Gossip. No Comments.
Rumors are going around that NowPublic is about to be acquired by Canwest.
This is after Canwest Global Communications Corp announced initiatives to reduce their annualized operating costs by approximately $61 Million. The move translated into 560 layoffs – about five per cent of the company’s workforce through voluntary buyouts, attrition and reductions.
If your wondering what NowPublic is, it’s participatory news network which mobilizes an army of reporters to cover the events that define our world. In twelve short months, the company has become one of the fastest growing news organizations with thousands of reporters in over 140 countries. During Hurricane Katrina, NowPublic had more reporters in the affected area than most news organizations have on their entire staff.
Posted on 14 November '08 by , under Business, Gossip. No Comments.
It’s the question on the mind of every Britney Spears fan and critic: What happened? MuchMusic delivers the truth straight from Brit’s mouth in one of the most highly-anticipated documentaries of the
year, BRITNEY: FOR THE RECORD. This 90-minute special airs exclusively in Canada on Sunday, Nov. 30 at 10 p.m. ET on MuchMusic. Much brings viewers up to speed on Britney’s past triumphs and troubles with a pre-show countdown beginning at 8 p.m. ET.
Hot off her wins for Best Album and Best Act at the 2008 MTV Europe Music Awards, Britney provides an honest and candid look at her life as she continues her courageous comeback.
BRITNEY: FOR THE RECORD gives viewers an all-access pass to the singer for three months as she records her new album, prepares an appearance on the 2008 MTV Video Music Awards, and much more. The documentary is the first place fans can watch Spears talk about the tumultuous past couple of years, her music career, and her hopes and aspirations for the future.
Posted on 13 November '08 by , under Gossip, Movies and TV. No Comments.
A small town in the Laurentians just got a little more beautiful. Oscar-winning actress Halle Berry and her Montreal partner, model Gabriel Aubry, have bought a house in St. Hippolyte, Que.
The million-dollar home, which the Hollywood star and her boyfriend reportedly bought several weeks ago, sits on 63 acres of land overlooking Molson Lake.
Posted on 6 November '08 by , under Gossip. No Comments.