Homecoming Post 7: Tailgate Uncut

Do you all remember BET Uncut? That show that would come on late nights on BET that would show all the nasty, sexual music videos? Upon arriving at the tailgate, I swear to you, I thought that the whole thing may have been sponsored by BET Uncut! For those of you who have not been back to XU for the tailgate, let me prepare you: Norman C. Frances is gone, the nuns are dead, and these young XU undergrad girls have lost their minds! Last year, I was told that I was sounding like a disgruntled aunty because I was complaining about the turbo weaves, paste on edges, and wack-a-diddy false eyelashes. But this year- I could not believe my eyes! 

Okay, so I know that the girls dressed risqué when I was a student. But this new class of girls puts those old short-shorts and tight tops to shame. My aunt and I sat on the wall beside the tailgate people watching, and I am not even going to tell you how many whole, bare asses we saw. It was an asstastic mess! Remember back in the day, underboob was all the rage? I am not kidding when I say that these girls had their entire behinds exposed. If one of my Xavier brothers would have seen my whole butt as a kid in college, I would have died on the spot! Purple Reign sat beside me for a spell, watching the butt brigade go by. I told him if the girls would have been like this when we were in school, his penis would have exploded. He agreed. 

So apparently, a trend now is wearing tennis skirts that hike up in the back and show your behind. That might not have been so bad if any of the girls partaking in this trend would have bothered to put on underwear! Skintight leather shorts are also a look, but the look is only done correctly if your butt gobbles up the shorts almost entirely. The Gen Z girls love their thigh high cowboy boots which I must admit, were cute. However, hours twerking on concrete at the tailgate left many of the ladies hobbling out of the tents like they had just had a long night at the strip club. Purple Reign introduced me to a current professor at the school who said he was scared to go into the tents out of fear of seeing one of his students half naked! 

And it's not just the sweet petites showing their literal asses. I saw a lot of back fat and thigh dimples out there. I honestly can't tell if these girls have high self-esteem or have completely lost touch with reality. What I can say is that if I went to XU now, I'd be the belle of the ball! 

Brandon had a different perspective. He felt that that girls were only dressed this way to sell sex or to catch an old sugar daddy. I thought he was being ridiculous. Yes, the girls looked trashy, but these are also the doctors and pharmacists of the next generation! But sadly guys, he may have been right. Whenever I saw a fresh, young bottom twisting by, there was an elderly, thirsty Xavier man not too far behind it. 

Why am I telling you all of this? I guess I am a little bit of a disgruntled aunty. I want the young ladies to know that they are more than their bodies. At the very least, I want you to know what to pack if you come next year. 

alice + olivia X Basquiat

alice + olivia by Stacey Bendet is proud to announce that the late Neo-expressionist artist and frequent Andy Warhol collaborator Jean-Michel Basquiat has been selected, through the Basquiat Estate, as the partner for the second capsule collection that will help support the Council of Fashion Designers of America’s efforts to promote young talent. The collection, shown as part of the alice + olivia Resort 2017 season, will land in stores and online in November 2016.

Christian Siriano come to Lane Bryant!

When I think of Christian Siriano, I think of the beautiful gowns that he has created that have floated down the runway and red carpets over the years. So I am so excited that this designer, that is known for his understanding of the female form, is now collaborating with Lane Bryant for a ready-to-wear collection. 

"In my opinion, fashion should never be defined by size," said Siriano. "Regardless if it’s for red carpet or a day at the office, every woman should feel stylish and comfortable in their clothes.  I’m excited about this partnership with Lane Bryant because it allows me the opportunity to showcase my designs on the everyday woman and allow them the opportunity to feel as beautiful and fashionable as possible.” 

Danielle Brooks, star of Orange is the New Black and Broadway play, Color Purple, is the model for the collection, which can now be purchased in Lane Bryant stores and at LaneBryant.com. 

Recap: Fab Fashions at the Poshmark Posh Party

Poshmark, a popular app used for selling and buying women's clothing, held a Posh Party at WETBAR at the W Hotel Dowtown. Style Influencers enjoyed an evening of networking and killer fashion. Below are some of the best looks of the evening, photos by Joey Wallace.

Introducing the Chic at Heart Collection

As women continue to embrace their curves, more quality, plus-size lines are beginning to hit the scene. Chic At Heart, created by designer Nkem Olanrewaju, provides plus-size women with clean, classic pieces to highlight their wardrobes. Below are my favorites from the collection.

(from left to right)

Quinn Dress, $375
Cindy Peplum Top, $279
Madeleine Crop Top, $185
Rosie Pencil Skirt, $150
The Chic At Heart Collection is available at chicatheart.com with free shipping on all orders.

Christina Millian Reveals We Are Pop Culture

For years we have admired Christina Millian's style. Now we can access it through her clothing line, We Are Pop Culture. 

The collection of casual wear includes current trends and trending catch phrases. It's perfect for the girl that takes her Tomboy Chic with a feminine touch. 

Purchase these pieces and more at WeArePopCulture.com. 

Introducing Elvie G. Dresses!

Publicist extraordinaire Elvira Guzman got her start working for Steve Harvey, but found that as a young professional on a budget she could not afford that high end treads of her upper level female counterparts. From this experience came the idea years later for Elvie G. Dresses, the perfect dress for every occasion.

For under $30, the frugal fashionista can purchase an Elvie G dress- a short-sleeved, form-fitting dress that can be jazzed up or down with accessories. A knee-length garment, an Elvie G. dress can go from day to night, from the office to dinner. And the cool part: if you purchase the whole collection, a dress is donated to a girl transitioning out of Juvenile Hall!

Click here to purchase your Elvie G. Dress today.   

DKNY #WeAreNYC Campaign

DKNY draws much of its inspiration from real New Yorkers. So it should be  no surprise that they chose 14 real New Yorkers to walk their runway alongside singer Rita Ora and to be in their #WeAreNYC fall campaign. Check the images below and click here for more info.

 

 

 

 

Topless Ticky

There is this really chic Asian lady that goes to my gym. I keep forgetting her name, so I have nicknamed her "Ticky." She has to be knocking on forty, but she bops around the gym in those tight Victoria Secret sweats with those spaghetti strap tops. Every time I turn around she is over in the weight section flirting with those huge muscle guys, the ones that don't even look real. She's a flirt, especially with the Black guys, slapping them on the arm.
"You so funny Gerry!" she'll cry.
She is typically the type of woman that would annoy me, but somehow she has become my pal. The only thing is that Ticky LOVES being nakie. When she changes her clothes in the gym she makes a point to walk around topless. When she gets out of the shower, she'll put the towel around her waist and walk around topless, and today, when I went into the sauna, she was topless. I get the feeling that she likes her breasts, probably because they are showroom new. No, I do not have proof that her breasts are fake, and I don't want to stereotype, but I have never seen an Asian woman with double D breasts. And I have really never seen a woman, regardless of race, who had doubles that stood at attention.
Two things bug me about my buddy Ticky. I find her toplessness to be a we bit odd, and second, she does this without thinking about whether or not anyone is uncomfortable. As you all know, I hate nudity, so maybe that is why I am so weirded out, but for once, I would like to go to the gym to get my low-intensity workout on without feeling like I am in the opening scene of Carrie. I know that we are all girls in the locker room and have the same thing, but can't our "same things" be hidden underneath a turtleneck? I have taken it upon myself to tell Ticky, without saying anything, that her little panty parades are inappropriate but I don't know. Selling the idea of being clothed to a woman as self-confident as Ticky could by tricky.