Sometimes, I feel like I mention Loungefly mini backpacks too often in my posts.
Then I remember how much I love them and how they’re the greatest thing ever and realize I’m probably not talking about them enough.
Morticia Addams just might be the most underrated female character of all time. She’s also one I hold near and dear to my heart. A loving mother, half of what is arguably the most wonderful partnership, always full of strange, wacky wisdom… what more could I have asked for in a fictional parent?
Morticia has held the style icon title for decades now, and rightfully so. Though she’s worn many faces over the years, from actress to actress, her sultry, vampy, goth-glam has stayed the same. While that aesthetic necessarily may not be for everyone (but seriously, guys: don’t knock it till you try it), I think everyone could take a page out of Morticia’s styling book every once in awhile.
I’ll admit it: I’m a bit of a hoarder when it comes to beauty products. My routines change frequently and I’m always looking for colorful new additions to my makeup collection. It certainly doesn’t help that I’m an impulse buyer and insist on having the newest thing as soon as it comes out.
But as products come and go, get tossed away and traded off, there are some that have earned a permanent place in my seemingly bottomless makeup bag. Here are my top 5 geeky beauty essentials!
I think I’m finally answering the question that’s been dwelling on me since I started this segment: Can a character that stays in one outfit for the duration of their screen time be granted “style icon” status? Well, I’ve decided hey can when they look regal as all hell. That’s where The Grandmaster comes in.
Do you want to know the most difficult thing about being in the geek community? Everyone is so. Damn. Talented. And when a bunch of talented people hone their craft and flock to places to sell it, well, let’s just say it takes quite the toll on my wallet. Linda Heredia of 1138 Clothing is one of those people.
I never thought much of fashion in the wizarding world until Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them premiered. And, in my defense, I had every right to overlook it. After watching Harry Potter wear the same blue five years in a row, I kind of gave up all hope in that department. (You know, the times he wasn’t required to dress exactly like everyone else.)
But then, we were introduced to a group of witches and wizards from the 1920’s. And everyone looked amazing. So, foot, meet mouth. Everyone else, meet the best dresser in the magical realm: Queenie Goldstein.
By now, we’ve all seen Solo: A Star Wars Story at least once, right? And we’ve all swooned over Donald Glover as Lando (or as I’ve been calling him: Childish Lambino) and demanded he has his own movie? Yeah?
Cool, just making sure. In celebration of all things Solo, here are some of my favorite finds inspired by both this film and everyone’s favorite franchise.
I remember catching the pilot episode of The Mindy Project by accident when it first aired. It played right after New Girl, with which my high school-aged self was obsessed. I vividly recall watching a drunk Mindy drive a stolen bike into a swimming pool, all while wearing the most fabulous teal sequin minidress. I was hooked immediately. Mindy was not only an absolute gem to watch onscreen with her clever quips and all-around ridiculousness. But, it was probably the first time I’d seen a show focused around a woman of color who wasn’t the traditional sample size.
I can’t believe it’s taken me this long to include Mindy Lahiri in this segment. Mindy Lahiri has been a style icon, and so much more to me, from the very beginning.
I don’t know about you guys, but every so often a stumble across a shop or brand and stare wide-eyed at their homepage with a gut feeling that screams, “I think this was made for me.” That’s exactly how I felt when I discovered Utinni Bikini last year.
I’m not going to lie to you. Chanel Oberlin, of Scream Queens fame, really, really sucks as a person. It’s a complicated relationship to have with a character. She’s not technically the villain in her story. But as a viewer, it’s hard to swallow a protagonist who does and says such horrific things. No matter how many times writers tried to redeem her, I never rooted for her to come out on top.
But sometimes, the worst people are the best dressed. I mean, look at Cruella de Vil— I don’t condone her horrible attempts, but that black midi dress and fur coat combo is not only iconic but also a trend that’s re-emerged into the spotlight in the past few years. (But, obviously, with a faux fur option. Let’s keep it that way!)