I want America's Next Top Model to be replaced by a show about Laura from Kentucky traveling around the world and being absolutely delighted by everything. #kimoraleesimmonsamericasnextto...
@morninggloria: That would be awesome. She's one the most delightful contestants they've ever had. Seriously, every frilly word I've ever gagged about saying I want to call her. (Delightful, charming, endearing, etc) #kimoraleesimmonsamericasnextto...
@EkaterinaBallerina: How about how in one of the first episodes, when they announced that they were going to be naked for a shoot, Laura clapped her hands and proclaimed that she loved nudity?
That girl is just my favorite. I want to put her in a gift bag and give her to my mom for Christmas. #kimoraleesimmonsamericasnextto...
@morninggloria: I'd add my name to that online petition! I got misty when she started crying in her confessionals, and that *never* happens when I watch this show. #kimoraleesimmonsamericasnextto...
@JessaFields: My favorite part of the show is when they show the Seventeen cover prize. They show last cycle's winner on the magazine, and then within a second and a half, they immediately cover it up with a Seventeen cover with an actual celebrity. Even on their own show, no one cares. Makes me laugh every time. #kimoraleesimmonsamericasnextto...
@rodmanstreet: Oh, yes! That always makes me laugh. And the winner doesn't even get her own cover. It's always two-sided, with her on one side and a celebrity on the other. #kimoraleesimmonsamericasnextto...
@rodmanstreet: I joked about that the first time I noticed it but then I realized why they do it. Happen to notice that they're replacing it with the current issue of the mag? The ANTM issue comes out months before the show airs, at which point a different issue is on the stands. It has nothing to do with the caliber of the ANTM winner, but rather about advertisting which issue is currently for sale. #kimoraleesimmonsamericasnextto...
@EkaterinaBallerina: That's absolutely true, and I noticed that, too. But come on. They can't even put the pictures side by side? Or wait a beat before covering it up? Or at least let the poor girl peek out from behind? Still makes me laugh. #kimoraleesimmonsamericasnextto...
Kimora Lee Simmons is one of those people that I started out hating, but have, over time, grown to like. She would be a great addition to the panel as she does stage runway shows on a regular basis and knows models (and used to be one too). However, considering the track record for past judges, the only safe spots are for Tyra, her ego, and Nigel Barker. #kimoraleesimmonsamericasnextto...
@EkaterinaBallerina: I watched her reality show for 2 seconds (okay, hours) and she is really amazing with her kids. She makes them "earn" their privileges and she's so patient and loving--I just adore her for that. Plus, the woman has serious business acumen.
Edited to add: Totes agree with your last sentence. Tyra must have to buy a second seat for her ego when she flies.
@carinamarie: Yes! Like Rachel Zoe, watching Kimora's show made me like her infinitely more. Her clothes are my style, but she's good at what she does! #kimoraleesimmonsamericasnextto...
@EkaterinaBallerina: Speaking of biz-nass, my husband and me were dreamily talking about Oprah the other day, about how we'd love to just follow her around for one whole day. We just want to see how she does it. Ditto, for me, Rachel Zoe and Kimora. #kimoraleesimmonsamericasnextto...
No disrespect to Kimora and her accomplishments, but Baby Phat is by and large a parade of fug. I do remember her being an entertaining ANTM judge, though, way back in cycle 1. #kimoraleesimmonsamericasnextto...
It's not going to change the main problem with the show at this point, which is that it has failed to produce a legitimate "top model." #kimoraleesimmonsamericasnextto...
@hortense: None of the winners have had landmark success, but many of the contestants have gone on to successful careers in modeling. I noticed in recent seasons that they've been trying to highlight what past contestants have been up to. It's almost as if they are responding to their detractors by saying "See! We DO produce working models!"
However, you're right--none of them are "top models". But working models, yes. #kimoraleesimmonsamericasnextto...
@hortense: Except would ALT kind of help that? Perhaps the prize would include a photo spread in Vogue, which is kind of a big deal. #kimoraleesimmonsamericasnextto...
@EkaterinaBallerina: I noticed last night, though, that one of the success stories looked incredibly suspect. They kept listing different places she's been working, while showing one series of photos that were for one particular brand throughout. Then they said "and she's modeled Gusto on the international runways!" or something like that, then invited us to enter a Cover Girl sweepstakes to win a free Gusto handbag (like they do every week). I don't think working two jobs, including one for a show sponsor, really works.
Mollie Sue, Tocorra, and Elyse have been really successful, but some have really gone hilariously bust. #kimoraleesimmonsamericasnextto...
@hortense: The modeling is just a means to an end, the end being a hilariously campy and fun reality show. They basically admitted fashion defeat with the short girl cycle. However, maybe that's why they're bringing in Kimora and ALT: an attempt to reclaim fashion legitimacy? #kimoraleesimmonsamericasnextto...
@hortense: I watched the E! True Hollywood Story on ANTM. Apparently, the show's winner is just given a boost by the show, and after the contracts & prizes wear off, its up to her to build her own career. #kimoraleesimmonsamericasnextto...
@hortense: FWIW, I just saw Yaya in a Kohl's campaign - she's standing behind some girl and peeking over her shoulder to deliver lines. That must count for something... #kimoraleesimmonsamericasnextto...
1. I feel old. I used to get Hello Kitty stuff when you could only find it in specialty stores that also included Asian foods or when my dad would go to Japan and bring back a lunchbox or doll.
2. I love how much Hello Kitty is embraced by the Goth subculture and turned into something completely weird and cute.
3. The brand is only 5 years older than me. I feel really, really, really old.
@JLady: See also: Lady Gaga. I thought this would right down her alley. Mariah Carey has that insane (but kind of awesome) pink bedroom, doesn't she? #hellokitty
Wow, so that's what I missed! If I didn't get off work at 8 I was supposed to go to this (open bars, they call to me). If you're ever in LA Royal/T has great art installations and, well, tea. I would avoid the food though, Hello Shitty! (thank you thank you, I can retire now). #hellokitty
I wanted to get this costume for my girl cat, but my husband is a jerk and said, "Dressing a cat up like a CAT is the stupidest thing I've ever heard." This post has inspired me to buy the costume anyway. #hellokitty
@Tippi Hedren: I now want this for not only my lady cat, but also my boy cat. There is no reason his gender should prevent him from being forcibly dressed in a Hello Kitty costume. #hellokitty
@Tippi Hedren: Of course it's not stupid! Halloween doesn't require one to dress up as a different species, just as someone not oneself. Your husband is illogical. Maybe he should dress as Spock. #hellokitty
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That girl is just my favorite. I want to put her in a gift bag and give her to my mom for Christmas. #kimoraleesimmonsamericasnextto...
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Full disclosure, though: I cry a crapload while watching TV. It's really pretty embarrassing. #kimoraleesimmonsamericasnextto...
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Edited to add: Totes agree with your last sentence. Tyra must have to buy a second seat for her ego when she flies.
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However, you're right--none of them are "top models". But working models, yes. #kimoraleesimmonsamericasnextto...
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Mollie Sue, Tocorra, and Elyse have been really successful, but some have really gone hilariously bust. #kimoraleesimmonsamericasnextto...
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This show is over for me. Paulina added an air of class to the trainwreck and I just can't deal with Tyra anymore. #kimoraleesimmonsamericasnextto...
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They're bringing André Leon Talley on board to cut down on energy costs, specifically in the area of wind machines. The producers think his fans should suffice. #kimoraleesimmonsamericasnextto...
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2. I love how much Hello Kitty is embraced by the Goth subculture and turned into something completely weird and cute.
3. The brand is only 5 years older than me. I feel really, really, really old.
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In the grim future of Hello Kitty, there is only war. #hellokitty
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I wanted to get this costume for my girl cat, but my husband is a jerk and said, "Dressing a cat up like a CAT is the stupidest thing I've ever heard." This post has inspired me to buy the costume anyway. #hellokitty
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Pretty much every outfit with the exception of Paris Hilton, Miranda Cosgrove and the Simmons' makes me incredibly happy. #hellokitty
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I wonder if we thought of the same place???
Hearting you because I'm pretty sure we did ..... :D