Ran across this the other day while looking for creative options to redecorate my house. I thought this was a creative spin on the obvious. The "Alfred" serves as more than just a chair but as a staple of eye catching and functional furniture! I love the fact that its simple but can add so much texture to a room. Check out more at LORIS&LIVIA
On “Monkey Ish (R.I.P. Pimp C)” Stalley drops the Pimp C tribute and second leak off of Lincoln Way Nights (Intelligent Trunk Music). The project will be presented by Mishka on 1-11-11 and produced entirely by Columbus, Ohio’s Rashad Thomas.
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Happy Holidays WNO Fam!
My holiday season has been great so far. I literally spent all of Christmas Day playing Michael Jackson The Experience on Wii. Seriously, I think everyone should own this game. Its definitely one the whole family can enjoy and who can resist great Michael Jackson classics.
For those not familiar, MJ The Experience is a dance challenge game where you earn points for executing dance moves correctly. You can perform as Michael, a duo partner or as a back up dancer. I probably performed Dirty Diana at least a half dozen times. Dirty Diana is so cool because it’s an upbeat, sexy duo w/Michael and a female dancer. Although, the dancers are Wii animations, the chemistry is electric, lol.
Watching the Wii animation of MJ dance so sensually and hearing all of his sexually-charged lyrics made me wonder… how many females have really had an “MJ Experience”??? I love Michael Jackson and this is in no way meant to be blasphemous or disrespectful (may his soul rest in peace) but I can’t help but wonder. MJ the man always seemed timid and asexual but MJ the artist was hot!!! I’ve never looked at MJ and thought “he can get” it but for those few moments this weekend I spent as Dirty Diana, MJ could have definitely taken me home.
MJ is not alone. There are many artists who exude so much sex appeal on stage/in their music that doesn’t necessarily transpire to their personal lives (or at least what we perceive of it). I can remember my mom saying she felt that way about Luther Vandross, how is music would make women swoon but she never could actually imagine him making a women swoon. I know some women will want to burn me at the stake for what I am about to say BUT… I feel the same way about Maxwell. The same has been said about Ne-Yo. Some haters have made the claim about Trey Songz (yes, that was bias because when Trey says he will beat it up, I believe it!!!).
IDK. While rumors of homosexually have plagued all of the aforementioned, that’s not even my point. I know plenty of heterosexual guys that just don’t have what it takes to get me hot & bothered. **CallMeKarrieShrug – yeah, eff a Kayne, I’m owning this in 2011** Maybe it’s the male equivalent of a female tease w/a weak sex game. Am I reaching? Probably so, but them n***** shoulda never gave me a platform. That’s what happens when you unleash the random mind of CallMeKarrie. #evl
What do you think??? Who are some of the artists selling sex that you would not patronize if given the real-life opportunity?
Ho, Ho Ho! Merry Christmas! It’s Mrs. Clause aka H.O.C. here to give you saints and sinners some Christmas gift ideas for your hoes, sidepieces, girls, wives and/ or any combination there of.
I’m going to give it to you simple, girls aren’t ungrateful, men just don’t use their brains when selecting a gift. Women want something sentimental, something that no one else ever got them, something they can remember you by. The price of the gift does not matter, the thought that went into the gift is what counts. For instance, if your girl is complaining about being stressed from work and everyday life, a gift card to the spa is nice. But an overnight stay for the two of you at a quaint boutique hotel where she can use the spa gift card is even better. Hold up! Let me finish before you start counting your coins and complaining. Sites like groupon.com, jetsetter.com and livingsocial.com often have deals for such hotels. Go to the sites and register as a member to receive daily emails for specials.
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A typical yet wonderful gift for women is perfume. What woman doesn’t wear perfume? Even women who are allergic to it like me still wear it…don’t judge me. Add something extra to the perfume bottle by having it engraved. Every Nordstrom store has an engraver that comes to the fragrance section during the month of December to engrave bottles purchased at Nordstrom for free. Call your local Nordstrom stores to check the dates and times. Some classic fragrance options include:
Lolita Lempicka
Jean Paul Gaultier
Viktor & Rolf 'Flowerbomb'
Believe it or not a wonderful gift option for women is electronics. We like gadgets too! Apple now offers engraving on iPods and iPads for free also. If you purchase either option, be sure to have it engraved and go the extra mile to add that special someone’s favorite songs, movies or even t.v. shows. I guarantee she will love it!
Women like sparkly gifts! You can’t go wrong with jewelry. A statement necklace, bracelet or watch will let her know that you really care. And when I statement I’m talking about a piece that stands out, not something that looks like you picked it up from a the bubble gum machine on your way to her house. Peep the samples below to get a visual of the statement pieces. Stores like Bebe, Arden B., Nordstrom and even Target have a plethora of affordable jewelry options. 
Fallon Victoria Swag Bib
Fallon Stud Spike Comet Earrings
Lanvin Metallic Strand Pearl Necklace
If you happen to be the bomb boyfriend and been there done that with all of these options feel free to hit me up, I have plenty of other gift options. Until next time, yall be cool!
Stalley "Hercules" from XXL Video on Vimeo.
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FT. ARCHIE THE MESSENGER & LYRICAL THE LYRICIST
SATURDAY DECEMBER 11TH
Doors open at 7pm | Show starts at 8pm
After Party Starts at 10.30pm
Happy Hour 7pm - 8pm
$15 Admission | $10 (Before 8pm w/RSVP)
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Coat options at shopnastgal.com and topshop.com
Allow me to introduce myself, my name is HOC. H to the O.C. !
Ha! Just kidding! My name is Karla Smith and it’s a pleasure to make
your acquaintance. I am also known as Ms. Heartache or Couture. Named
so because I suffer frequent heartaches over the couture pieces that I cannot
afford. But it’s ok. Anyone who knows fashion knows that labels have nothing
to do with STYLE! Style is created, transformed, imagined, and executed with
what you have. Not with who made it! And I plan to prove it. My plan is to show
you all how to be stylish without going broke. Because we all know that there
is nothing fashionable about being broke! So takes notes people. And don’t be
afraid to ask questions, I don’t bite. But you can feel free to do so. Imitation is
the highest form of flattery, so feel free to bite me whenever you want.
Hehe… I kid, I kid.
Ok, settle down class, today’s lesson is this fall’s fashion trends.
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This amazing buckle fur vest at topshop.com for $160
Clogs and Doc Martens are making a comeback
Military boots are must haves for this season (from Aldo)
**I’m making short-term goals when the weather folds**
Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall, Cuffin’. Yup, that sounds about right. It’s that time of year; leaves turn color, the air chills and all of a sudden everybody is in a relationship state-of-mind. I would never promote entering a relationship for shallow reasons, buttttttt… I’m about to promote entering a relationship for shallow reasons, lol.
Here are CallMeKarrie’s Top Five Reasons You Should Cuff or Be Cuffed (in no particular order… & they’re not my Top Five, just the first five I could think of):
1. Snowed-in Buddy – The Mid Atlantic Region was hit hard last winter w/some of the highest snowfalls we’ve seen in decades. Snow is Mother Nature’s fluffy white aphrodisiac that you won’t catch charge for. Snow is also a get-out-of-work-free card. & nothing is better than being bunned up all day & night knowing that you won’t have to get up for work in the morning.
2. Shovel Buddy – While all the indoor activities of Reason 1 are fun, sooner or later reality hits and you will have to leave the house. If you get snowed-in w/someone, you also know that they will be there to help dig you out. << double entendre
3. Gifts! – There are a lot of gift-giving holidays during Cuffin’ Season. If you are racially-ambiguous enough to claim to be part Christian, Jewish & Pan-african, your boo will buying or making you gifts for weeks!
4. You’re usually fat & less attractive this time of year – Keep it real. Most people work out hard to perfect their “beach bodies”. When it’s cold outside we usually let ourselves go a little and enjoy all of the great holiday food. Only your boo (and some chubby-chasers) will think your new pouch is cute.
5. Its too damn cold to creep, make booty calls & go to the club – No explanation needed
Have you cuffed or been cuffed yet? What are some other good reasons to cuff or be cuffed???
