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"Hellboy" Movie Review (2019)

“Hellboy” Movie Review (2019)

When you’ve loved a character as long as I’ve loved Hellboy, you begin to have a certain level of expectations when it comes to his cinematic adventures. From the the original Del Toro films to his two animated flicks, Big Red has always delivered on his signature humor, wit, strength, and paranormal badass detective nature. Yet, even with all these great adaptations, none of them were exactly…

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Ramble: The Power of "Shrill" and Finally Seeing Me

Here is a bit of a ramble I did on the new show, #shrillonhulu and there no words to perfectly describe how seen I feel - but here's my best shot at it. Thank you #AidyBryant

Picture it: Cross River, New York, 2003. Like many middle school girls of that time, I was on my way to an indoor pool birthday party. Having just purchased a new swimsuit, I was a size 16, with unshaven legs and no make-up knowledge, but was willing to give this social gathering thing a shot. Doggie paddles, laughter, and some awkward exchanges were had by all. Everything seemed to be going fine…

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It’s hard to deny, monster or not, Goliath is a handsome example of handsome. 

WTF Gargoyles

So, I’ve been watching Disney’s Gargoyles (it’s amazing and super good and you need to watch it, trust me) and I’ve come across my absolute favourite interaction yet, in the episode “Protection.” Basically, mah main girl Elisa is an undercover cop running a sting against a protection racket run by a mob boss. He’s a recurring villain in the show and has had some skirmishes with them before, but not much. Anyways, so Elisa and the gargoyles pretend to be running their own protection racket and want to partner with mob boss Tony Dracon, so they’re at his place when THIS happens (excuse shitty edit quality):

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The Anniversary of the release of Disney’s Gargoyles animated series is coming up this week!

October 24th 1994! Hopefully I’ll my piece ready for it!

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Same here. 

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David and Alison attending the 2019 Vanity Fair Oscar Party 

February 24, 2019 / Los Angeles, CA 

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Come on, let’s getcha game face on.

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Finally (for now), we have Hellboy

Won’t you look at that? Our first contestant with a bingo! TWO BINGOS!

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The Blood Queen fixates on Hellboy as a potential King to kind of balance out her Queen, like the two of them together could rule the world.

Milla Jovovich on why Nimue kisses Hellboy in the trailer. (via IGN)

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Movie Ramble: To The Academy, With Love

To The Academy, With Love #TheOscars #TheAcademyAwards #AcademyAwards

I’m just going to say something bold: The Oscars mean the world to me. Yeah, I know that sounds a bit cheesy and “intense” to you casual movie lovers out there, but it is the truth. This event is my Super Bowl, my Olympics, and in truth has and will always be what my year and life have centered around. This is the night where the “stars” shine, and the thing I love more than anything – the…

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The Perfect Pair: The Young Girls of Rochefort/Kate Spade Spring 2019

The Perfect Pair: The Young Girls of Rochefort/Kate Spade Spring 2019 #katespadenewyork #theyounggirlsofrochefort #fashiononfilm

When I describe to people my personal “aesthetic”, I tend to point in the direction of the pop culture that inspires me. There’s Disney related things, Magical Girl genre shows, music videos, retro pin up ads, etc. But there happens to be one particular movie (that I only saw within the last year or so) that really has become the true definition of my style and taste in multiple things – but…

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Movies Ala Mode: The Best Christmas Media to Stream, 2018 Edition

Movies Ala Mode: The Best Christmas Media to Stream, 2018 Edition

Are you looking for a bit of Holiday cheer at the moment? Not finding anything to watch to put you in the sparkly, enchanting Christmas spirit? Well, I think its about time I came up with my own list of things to watch. Whether you can find them easily on Netflix, or have to go digging on YouTube, here are some essential watches for me this year that you too can stream for all the merriment and…

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Eloquii NYC Holiday Pop-Up: A Shopping Experience for the Ages

@eloquii NYC Holiday Pop-Up: A Shopping Experience for the Ages #eloquii #xoq #plussizefashion #soho #plussizeblog #review

When it comes to being a plus size fashionista in NYC, its hard to find beautiful, comfortable, and on-trend pieces that don’t feel like they’re made for “basic” individuals. Sure, there are the Lane Bryant locations, and a section at Macy’s Herald Square that has some decent (but mostly business, “corporate” focused) brands and selections – but none of them (in my opinion) can hold a candle to…

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"Bohemian Rhapsody" Movie Review

"Bohemian Rhapsody" Movie Review #BohemianRhapsody #Queen #moviereview #holidaymovies2018

  2018 is drawing to a close, and I’m getting caught up on the Holiday movie releases! Here’s my first of a few upcoming reviews. 

When I think of things that bring me comfort and joy, my mind tends to reach towards thoughts of marshmallows – specifically, marshmallow fluff. It is a condiment that makes any dessert better, and is so sugary sweet that it produces an equal amount of pleasure as it…

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A couple of blog posts ago, I went into detail on how being a colorfully dressed individual in New York City can lead you down the oddest of paths in life. From rocking Lolita Fashion on the regular, to now being my more vintage with nerdy flairs self, its a stylish journey for sure. But with the chilly air and leaves falling to the ground, the shades of the city are calling for a different kind of palette, and one that unlike the rest of the year, I like to embrace.

Yes, it is true, your girl gets her own version of spooky during the Fall season – and that means lots of feminine gothic touches mixed with the shades of my prior punk self returning to a wardrobe near you. Trust me, pastel colors and obnoxious prints haven’t gone away – but they just form into something different than what the spring and summer offered. Think Romantic elements – Belle hanging out a coffee shop in the village sort of vibe, but with swing skirts and romantic sweaters.

Part of achieving this look is shopping the new fall collection at one of my new favorite stores, LOFT. Seriously, ever since they debuted their plus size line at TheCURVYCon, I’ve become a devoted fangirl of this brand because it elevates my own personal style while not making me look too boring or conservative. Also, the quality of their garments is crazy good – even if the price is up there, they almost always have a sale, so I feel the prices are definitely worth what you get in return.

Two items I had my eye on from the moment that were released were these adorable sweaters. I’m always of the mindset that you can never have enough sweaters if you live in the Northeast – especially when you are in the insane weather conditions that can be New York City come Fall into Winter time. Sure, I collected some new comfy frocks that are pastels for such temperatures, but something about the funky neutral look of these really grabbed my attention.

Both a little punk, and a little elegant, I love capturing a rebellious rock’n roll vibe during the time of falling leaves and hot apple cider. Touches like leopard print, stripes, and mixed fabrics bring out those elements, without losing their purpose – keeping you warm, while also feeling stylish.

And that’s exactly what was put to the test a few nights ago, when I rocked this sweater on a whim during a night of spooky events with my friend. In my home area, there’s a ton of super cool Halloween related activities, specifically themed to Sleepy Hollow, and takes place within the actual town that inspired Washington Irving to write his famous haunting tale. This picture (which was taken late at night under the brightest of spotlights) took place right after we saw a one person retelling of the story inside the Old Dutch Church near Philipsburg Manor. Sooooo spooky~~~

But one thing I wasn’t afraid of though was the weather – this sweater seriously was a life saver. It was thick without feeling too hot, and didn’t make me feel like the kid in a Christmas Story who can walk in his winter coat. Unfortunately, my hands weren’t as comfy (they need their own sweater) but the hot apple cider in hand did help a bit (and sure was yummy!)

So, to end this tiny love note, thank you to LOFT for making the best sweaters I think I’ve ever bought. I feel like a million bucks in them, and they flatter my curves better than a lot of other garments I’ve bought in the past. And if you keep this up, you might become my own stop shop for plus size friendly fashion items for years to come.

So what are you rocking this Fall? Do you have a favorite sweater you wear all season? Comment below with your thoughts on those questions, and any other Fall related things on your mind! 

A Little Love Note to Fall Sweaters from LOFT - #LoveLoft #Plussizefashion #plussize #sweaterweather A couple of blog posts ago, I went into detail on how being a colorfully dressed individual in New York City can lead you down the oddest of paths in life.