iPhones Want to Rage Too
Finding the Hottest iPhone Cases
Contributing Writer Amanda Hanowitz
DC nightlife is all about style and being as trendy as you can be. With so many trends out there right now, you want to look unique and desirable.
The following information may sound off-topic and different from the usual outfit trends, but we ensure you we have a valid point.
We are an iPhone generation.
Everywhere you turn someone is either texting, emailing or Whatsapping on their phones.
We’re not here to preach about the iPhone or encourage you to buy one, but if you are one of the ‘every single persons there is’ that has one, you should know all the ways to make yours the freshest.
How can your make people scream, “OMG! i love your iPhone case! Where did you get it?!”
Cases are the shit because
- they protect your phone from fatal cracks, scratches and shatters
- they just look awesome.
You may be asking where to find the best cases. However, there isn’t really one answer to that inquisition. It’s really up to you and your personal style.
Cases come in an infinite number of options and styles.
For he trendiest ones on the market check out Free People and its assortment of studded and printed cases, or Shop Bop and its endless supply of funk.
Perhaps you’re feeling different and are into the graphic shit that speaks volumes of your personality. Your place is Society 6. It may take you about seven hours to search all of their case options, but you are guaranteed to find one you love.
One last note: you should always look presentable and trendy when out and about in the club scene. But remember that your iPhone wants to rage too. Don’t disregard your technology. Instead outfit it in the fanciest, freshest garb you can find.
Rock out with your iPhone out!
Hurricane Sandy Survival Guide: 10 Things Not to Leave Home Without
Stocking up on food, water and paper goods is for rookies.
What you need to be worried about is marking your territory for the new, post-apocalyptic society which you’ll be a part of. Your bottled water and spaghetti won’t help when the mole people come out. Below are things you’ll actually need to survive the east coast’s worst hurricane in 100 years.
1. Wooden Plank and Paddle
Or in the case of Bangkok residents, a rice bucket and a broom. In a hurricane scenario, this will be your best source of transportation for the looting/pillaging spree.
2. Crossbow (traditional or pistol)
No matter what type of crossbow you decide on, there’s no doubt this is the most bad ass way to protect yourself during post-disaster, dog eat dog survival games. That or a rusty knife.
3. Bandages and/or Rags
You can’t go breaking into places with your bare hands. Just wrap some rags around them and then smash the windows.
4. Lighter and Fluid
Fire is good for all types of shit in a disaster-stricken world: cooking rats, burning buildings, lighting the way to your new sewer dwelling, building fires to dance around while chanting to your new Gods. Ya know, the usual.
5. Skewers
You can’t just hold your rat meat over the trash can fire. You need something to stick it on.
6. Copy of Waterworld
This is your new bible. Watch it. Learn from Kevin Costner.
7. A Human Sacrifice
Because your new Water Gods demand it.
8. War Paint and Battle Cry
There will be many clans vying for the same food, shelter and sexual conquests as you. Proper battle tactics are essential.
9. Poison w/ Antidote
This is super important. You can poison people and then extort them for whatever you want in return for a drop of antidote.
10. Women
2. Crossbow (traditional or pistol)
3. Bandages and/or Rags
4. Lighter and Fluid
5. Skewers
6. Copy of Waterworld
7. A Human Sacrifice
8. War Paint and Battle Cry
9. Poison w/ Antidote
10. Women
Now go forth children, and loot, burn and pillage what was once a community of sound infrastructure, intelligent minds and justice. Cause none of that matters when it gets windy and rains a lot.
How Girls Get Rid of Annoying Guys
How girls get rid of annoying guys
if this happens to you, stop being so creepy
Contributing Writer: Lauren Liebler
1. Ignoring him
Most guys might not say it, but all they want is attention. Not just from the hottest girl they see, but from anything that wears a skirt. If they sense a girl wont give them any time, they’ll just keeping hopping around until they find someone who will.
Girls ignore guys by talking to other girls, talking to other guy or texting every one of their contacts… to make sure they don’t make eye contact.
2. Going to the bathroom
The easiest way girls leave a clinger behind is saying they need to pee. It’s a little TMI but the perfect way to make him step back and let her do her thing. If she really wants him gone, she’ll say she has to change her tampon. Gross, but effective.
3. Getting a nearby guy and saying he’s her boyfriend
This tactic has been used for centuries: grabbing the hottest guy nearby and playing the damsel in distress game while giving him the idea that there’s a chance she wants to explain later over a drink.
Girls love this because its an easy way to meet guys. This makes the annoying guy intimidated, but if he catches on, see #1.
4. Playing the taken card
No hot guys around to save you? In that case girls just say they have a boyfriend or husband. Whether they really do or not, this card can drive off 50% of annoying guys, the other 50% might stick around and annoyingly ask her to cheat on him.
5. Giving the lesbian shoulder
Seems like lesbians are springing up everywhere lately. When an annoying guy approaches, two girlfriends agree to play the role of loving lesbians. They only talk to each other, drink from each others glasses and look at the guy like he’s an alien.
6. Speaking another language
Nothing is more frustrating to a guy than a girl who doesn’t speak English. Girls who know other languages can whip it out during this social emergency without feeling like an asshole. Extra points go to girls who speak something other than Spanish or French.
7. Using the classic Jenna Marbles Face
This is the ultimate way girls can get rid of annoying guys. Most girls don’t know about this unadvertised secret. It is 100% effective and will guarantee that anyone will walk away. Use it quickly and wisely.
Your Guide to DC Food Trucks, Round 2
The Food Truck Craze Continues!
We could barely move after checking out 15 food trucks in our first DC street food experience. We worked it off and are back with profiles on a fresh set of 15 delicious DC food trucks.
Rolls On Rolls
No need to worry about your jeans getting any tighter with this food truck! With only healthy food choices, this truck makes sure you eat genuine New Delhi inspired Kathi Rolls.
Find the DC Kathi Rolls Truck @RollsOnRolls | Hang with Rolls On Rolls on Facebook
Cajunator
This New Orleans influenced food truck adds some spice and flavor to DC’s streets. Some of the best shrimp po’boys come from here at a really great price!
Find the Cajunator Food Truck @cajunators | Hang with Cajunators on Facebook
Sang on Wheels
Coming from Laos, Sang knows her stuff when it comes to making a good dish. The drunken noodles with shrimp is one of her specialities and she is known for adding a little extra something on a given day. Catch her soon and see what she has to offer!
Find Sang on Wheels Food Truck@SangOnWheels | Hang with Sang on Wheels on her website
Tops Trucks
Hungry for some chili on a cold day? Well here is your truck. Serving sausage, chili cheese fries or your not so average hot dog, Tops adds some sweet and spice to DC, and quickly. Their service is insanely fast, making sure you get your fix in no time.
Find the Tops Food Truck @TopsTrucks | Hang with Sang on Wheels on Facebook
Juice Revolution
If you want a change from your soda and coffee routine, try a healthier dose of energy with a smoothie filled with your favorite fruits.
Find the Juice Revolution Truck @JuiceRevolution | Check out Juice Revolution on their website
Dorothy Moon’s
Giving 5 Guys a run for their money, this truck is the only one on the street that produces fresh, made to order burgers. Try them out!
Find the Dorothy Moon’s Truck @DorothyMoon1 | Hang with Dorothy Moon on Facebook
Borinquen Lunchbox
Some fine, Puerto Rican cuisine is all you need to take you away from DC for a while. You can never go wrong with the churrasco, the cuban or the tripletas sandwiches. If you have a few extra bucks on you, try one of the beef-filled plantain fritters or empanadillas. So good!
Find the Borinquen Lunchbox @Borinquenlunchb | Hang with Borinquen Lunchbox on Facebook
Chef Driven DC
A weekly changing menu with a consistently good review, this professional chef in a truck is known for only producing the most high end food from a a deep-fryer, a gas grill, burners and a panini press.
Find DC’s Chef Driven Food Truck @FOODTRUCKTWITTER | Hang with Chef Driven DC on Facebook
Cirque Cuisine
Never has there been a disappointed customer walking away from Cirque Cuisine. With a new menu every week, eaters flock to this truck to see what comes next. Everything is organic so you won’t feel guilty when you’re done.
Find the Cirque Cuisine Truck @Cirquecuisin | Hang with Cirque Cuisine on Facebook
DC Ballers
Falafel and french fries. What more do you need? This truck has what you want and at a great price! Check them out when they come near you!
Find the DC Ballers Truck @DcBallers | Hang with DC Ballers on Facebook
Carnivore BBQ
The name explains itself. Meat on meat on meat, with some added sauces. Your choices range from the smoked chicken, pulled pork or beef brisket with homemade sauces and sides of slaw or loaded smoked beans. Is your mouth watering or what?
Find the Carnivore BBQ Truck @carnbbq | Hang with Carnivore BBQ on Facebook
Feelin Crabby
In the mood for fresh seafood? A little bit of crab, lobster or…crobster? Some crab and lobster mixed together in a sandwich can make for a confused new customer but regulars love this dish!
Find the Feelin Crabby Truck @FeelinCrabby | Hang with Feelin Crabby on Facebook
Lemongrass
A pretty straight forward menu comes from Lemongrass. Banh Mi, Tacos, Vermicelli Noodles, or Salad with you choice of lemongrass chicken, slow roasted pork or tofu. Give yourself a bubble tea and you got the whole truck in your hands.
Find the Lemongrass Truck @LemongrassTruck | Hang with Lemongrass on their website
Orange Cow
In desperate need of an ice cream treat? Check out Orange Cow for some rich, homemade, frozen goodness. With colder weather coming around, warm toppings will be offered so you can still enjoy without the shiver!
Find the Orange Cow Food Truck @orangecowdc | Hang with Orange Cow on Facebook
Curbside Cupcakes
If ice cream is too cold for you but you still want something sweet, try cupcake flavors such as: red velvet,
chocolate delight
, carrot cake
, tequila sunrise
, german chocolate
, dulce de leche
or banana chocolate chip! Way too good!
Find the Curbside Cupcakes Truck @curbsidecupcake | Hang with Curbside Cupcakes on Facebook
Why Chicks Love Football
CHICKS DIG FOOTBALL
especially the players
Contributing Writer: Lauren Liebler
Football season has officially started and every bar, stadium and house with a TV fills up on Saturday or Sunday afternoon with men and their chicks to watch the game. Most chicks don’t actually care about the game of football, but its what comes with watching it that makes it fun. Playing dress up! What girl doesn’t like wearing a tight mesh jersey and booty shorts or tight jeans in front of guys?
Girls love dressing up for football. Coordinating outfits is the key to every girl group going to watch a game.
Whether a girl likes the tall skinny type of guy or the big meaty kind, football players can satisfy the taste of virtually any chick. Girls like athletes no matter what. With 53 players more or less to choose from and thousands of guys in the stands, there is nothing a girl would rather do than be at the center of attention at a game.
CELEBRITY CHICKS LOVE NFL MEN
WHY?
- there are only 1696 in the world
- their average salary: $1.9 million
- football players are shown on TV just as much as they are
- the girls get to wear their man’s jersey at the game
- football men are some of the most loyal celebrities
OUR TOP THREE CELEBRITY/FOOTBALL PLAYER COUPLES
Gisele Bundchen & Tom Brady Kristen Cavalari and Jay Cutler Hayden Panettiere & Scotty McKnight
Not only are NFL players totally hot, but for the younger crowd of chicks, college players are right up their ally
- DATING A COLLEGE PLAYER MEANS:
- – Thousands of fans knowing who you are
- – Showing off his jersey in the stands
- – Going to all the pre and after parties
- – Getting to know all of his football friends
- – Trying to hook his hot friends up with yours
- – Being envied by other chicks*
- – Instant entrance into greek and campus life
- – Getting to walk around campus with the closest thing to a celebrity
*works better if you are a cheerleader or dancer for the team.
GIRLS WHO HAVE BOYFRIENDS THAT DON’T PLAY FOOTBALL:
They still like the game because their guys do. Watching the game with his friends and their gfs is awesome. As long as there’s alcohol and food, there’ll be a good time.
Guys, you might not be able to watch your girl play in the lingerie league, but you should at least be happy she’s watching the game with you!
GIRLS WHO DONT HAVE BOYFRIENDS BUT LOVE FOOTBALL:
Its all about the outfits and fun times with the gals. Tailgating, meeting new people and of course, meeting new boys. There is nothing girls love more than those three things on a Saturday afternoon. Sorority girls and your average campus girls can’t get enough of football games. Its something to do to get away from the dorms and spending too much money shopping.
Rocker-Chic Fashion You Can Hurt Creepy Guys With
Ladies, Go Buy Now: Studs
Contributing Writer Amanda Hanowitz
Studs are all the rage these days. Everywhere you look there’s a stud placed on some article of clothing. It started with accessories and has made its way to clothing and even shoes.
Feeling bored? Buy some studs and attach them to any garment you choose. DIY till we die.
The age old question you ask yourself is, “How can this trend apply to me?” Well, in more ways than one.
- Rocking out with your studs out in DC will ensure instant popularity.
- Studs make you seem edgy, a great boost if you don’t qualify as an edgy individual.
They can toughen up any simple outfit and add a bit of grunge to any girly ensemble. - Sport studs on your collar.
- Try them on your pants pockets.
- Try them on your shoes.
This trend is unbelievable. There are countless ways to wear it and look edgy and rocker-chic.
How many of you go out with your gal pals and just want to dance and have a good fucking time? That should be all of you. My next question is, how many creeps try to dance on you when you’re just trying to be carefree?
The solution here is studs. Your outfit can help you ward off these creeps by doubling as a weapon. Studs are pointy, people. You can be a fun-loving, trendy chick who’s head to toe in studs, thus protecting herself against strange men. What could be better?
The key to studded perfection is to use it as an accent. Pop your studded collar. Throw your studded iPhone in the air. Get low in your studded skinny jean pockets. Stand tall in your studded sneaks.
Time to be a stud, ladies.
Check out this studded collection on Nasty Gal. Or maybe start with these killer, studded shorts on Free People.
DC Fashion Week Preview: Spring/Summer Collections
FASHION WEEK HITS WASHINGTON DC
Previewing DC’s Spring/Summer Collections
Contributing Writer: Lauren Liebler
Starting Monday, September 17 at 7:00pm, Washington DC will kickoff the 17th semi-annual Fashion Week, showcasing both local and international fashion designers.
Throughout the week there will be free and ticketed fashion shows. Each event will be held in different areas across DC leading up to the International Couture Collections Show at the French Embassy on Sunday.
SCHEDULE:
9/17 Monday, 7:00 p.m. Kickoff Reception & Eco Fashion Show
Location: 2121 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW
Price: Free
9/18 Tuesday, 6-9 p.m. A/C DC Designer Fashion Show
Location: The Washington Club at Patterson House” 15 Dupont Circle
Price: $20
9/19 Wednesday, 7:00 p.m. Fashion in the Streets
Location: Chinatown
Price: Free
9/20 Thursday, 6:00 p.m. Fashion Industry Networking Party
Location: Dirty Bar, 1223 Connecticut Avenue NW
Price: Free
9/21 Friday, 7:00 p.m. South Asia Designer Showcase
Location: Indique Heights 2 Wisconsin Circle, Chevy Chase
Price: $10
9/22 Saturday, 6:00 p.m. Emerging Designer Showcase & Concert
Location: Washington Post Conference Center, 1150 15th St NW
Price: $30
9/23 Sunday, 5:00 p.m. International Couture Collections
Location: Embassy of France La Maison Francaise, 4101 Reservoir Road, NW
Price: $70
One may think DC Fashion Week’s featured designers will be more or less the same, but on the contrary. With design inspirations from Africa, the Middle East, Europe, Canada, Pakistan and more, the following will be sure to impress and inspire:
Aphropolitan, one of the many brands that will be featured, is particularly unique and eclectic with an African flare to its modern style. Sourcing local fabrics from Lagos, Nigeria, the brand creates bold, affordable fashion which enables them to give back to the communities they serve. Sure to raise some eyebrows this season, Aphropolitan’s preview is anticipated to take DC by surprise.
Made in the USA and newly established in DC this year, sPACYcLOUd is a collaboration of designers that gear towards urban street style. Although the collection only includes jackets, the attention they bring is enough to play up an entire outfit. Watching them go down the runway this season will definitely be a sight you do not want to miss.
Full List of Designers:
- Andrew Nowell Menswear
- Anjoreen Couture
- Aphropolitan
- Boshier Boutique
- Corjor International
- Designersberg
- Divinely Designs
- Firefly Designs Africa * Asia
- Jessiica Howell Fashions
- Heritage Collection
- Heydari
- House of Jola
- Isagus Extroversions
- Joanna Carrie Designs
- Mireasma
- Slanovskiy Presented by Kate Linde Bridal
- Simply Cecily
- sPACYcLOUd
- Standout Couture
- Svetlana Horvat
- Timbro Collection
- Violet Fernandes
- WOW by Juhi Jagiasi
For more information visit www.dcfashionweek.org
Kirill Was Here, An Interview w/ The Man Behind Champagne Facials
More Shots, Raunchy LA Club Chicks, Some Guy’s Girlfriend’s Boobs
You may not know who Kirill is, but we can guarantee one of two things:
- You know and love his work
- You love his work and don’t even know it
Kirill is America’s #1 Nightlife Photographer, the man behind Champagne Facials and the source of gloriously raunchy, while classy at the same time party pics.
“dude I love these fucking questions” – Kirill
(editor’s note – thanks braaaahh)
When did you first realize you could take pictures of people getting fucked up for a living? Not how did you get into it… but when did you realize it was ‘it’? On some Zoolander, second grade, reflection in a spoon shit.
once i saw that clubs & parties that never wanted anything to do with me, started hiring me to shoot i knew i had something. i had to prove my value in the beginning. and eventually people saw that sex sells. i never sold out. never took a shit job for the money. that’s why nothing besides me dictates the direction of my brand. people hire me for me. not to just have any other photographer.
You ever been out in DC?
yes. i’ve been there a few times. it’s the biggest melting pot of chicks I’ve ever seen.
Your twitter is awesome. That’s not a question, just a fact.
spanks.
Colleges or clubs? Why?
depends. for me the problem is that most college girls these days are afraid of the consequences of making mistakes on camera (that will then end up on the internet and their parents will ship them home). at clubs, the girls have been through the ringer. they know that anything they do on camera they won’t really regret the next morning.
Pros and Cons of NY vs. LA…
in nyc you can hop from party to party all night which makes it much easier to find something good. la is fun if you go out with the right people. i am a ny-er. i don’t really know la. so i rely on my friends to take me out. so far, the girls i’ve met are hot and raunchy. the 2am curfew in la sucks, but that’s what hotel rooms are for, right?
How many boyfriends/brothers/dads have threatened you? Have any come after you? What happened?
i’ve had my share of boyfriends threaten me. more often they were the ones that were out doing something they shouldn’t have and didn’t want their girlfriend finding out. i’ve had a few moms ask me to pull down photos of their daughters. nothing too crazy. my site just got hacked this month. all my photos were deleted. i hear it was some kid who’s girlfriend’s boobs i photographed and posted.
Sorry your site got hacked. How does that affect you?
for some reason it didn’t bother me. i am comfortable enough with my brand to be able to take a hit and it was reassuring to see my fans and friends stand by me, while we rebuilt the site.
How do you cure a hangover?
more shots. that’s the only way.
5 things needed for a dope party are…
sluts. tequila. champagne. good music. sluts.
Are you more of an ass, titty, lip, thigh or face man. or all the above hahaha or beyond…
im def a titty man. they just photograph so well 🙂
Fashion’s Night Out Washington DC Review
Fashion Bash Hits Georgetown!
Recapping one of DC’s biggest fashion parties!
Contributing Writer: Lauren Liebler
Fashion’s Night Out in Georgetown exceeded the expectations of many.
Dean and Deluca was hosted by BYT with a large white tent filled with fashionably dressed residents dancing to music from ESL and Fatback DJs. The catering staff partied as much as the event goers, making for a lively atmosphere with great (and free) food!
Walking down M street during was an experience. Men and women were dressed in everything from suits with loafers to maxi dresses with Jeffrey Campbell heels. Not only were the outfits eccentric and inspiring, the crowd was vivacious and festive as well.
Major stores such as CUSP, H&M, Urban Outfitters and All Saints & Spitalfields had discounts and special giveaways until 11pm. Pop up shops were held in smaller venues, selling handmade clothing and season previews.
The trendy men at FNO were able to sneak away from the madness to Streets of Georgetown menswear for a fee of $25. Totally worth it considering they had complimentary bites from Morton’s Steakhouse, complimentary beer from Lost Rhino Brewery and 30% off all purchases.
Restaurants on M street during Fashion’s Night Out were impossible to enjoy unless you had reservations. Clyde’s of Georgetown, Bandolero, M Street Bar & Grill and many others were packed with hungry fashionistas. Luckily, restaurants off M street such as Filomena Ristorante and Paolo’s were open with plenty of elbowroom.
For more info visit www.FNOGEORGETOWNDC.com
The Floral Girly Trend… for Grown-Ups
Unleash Your Inner Flower Child
Contributing Writer Amanda Hanowitz
As ladies, I’m sure you grew up with a keen eye and liking for all things floral. If you were anything like me, your girly stage took a turn for the worse and Mom found you on the floor taking scissors to every floral piece you’d ever owned. If you’re on top of what’s new (or have class), your girly flare may (should have) done a 360.
Let’s face it, all guys really want to see is you in a tight black dress. Well… sucks for them because you’ve got style. Let’s focus on ourselves and unleashing our inner children with the help of the floral girly trend.
A look that may be familiar to you is the ever popular floral crown. Or what we shall call, for all intensive purposes, the “I rock flowers on my head, but don’t call me a flower head” look.
This flower crown is oh so trendy, adds interest to your gorgeous locks and can be made at home! All you need is some ribbon and a garden. Or some fake flowers and a glue gun, whatever floats your boat.
(From Free People: floral head band, fiona halo, braid halo, mulberry rose crown)
Not into putting shit in your hair? No problem, how about putting shit on your legs? Just kidding, we mean rocking the floral trend on your pants instead of your head!
Try some floral skinny jeans in a bright hue or regular jean. This will instantly add interest to your lower half so you needn’t overdo the top. Keep it simple and wear a plain top to accentuate your fab flowers.
(From Free People: floral ankle crop, denim cutoff)
Flowers are awesome but don’t deck out your whole bod. Keep this trend simple and sport it on one section of your body at a time.
Wanna be hardcore? Rock the skinny jeans and the crown all at once, but do not, I repeat, do not rock flowers on every crevice of your body. Then people will call you a flower head, but this time with the word crack as an antecedent. (translation for dummies: crackhead).
In conclusion, revert yourselves back to the good old days when mommy picked out your outfit and at least one aspect of said outfit was clad in flowers.
Be a chill flower child, unleash your inner girly flower girl.
