Gender Fuck Thursday: Mind the Gap

I wasn’t going to have a Gender Fuck Thursday this week. But then Padma showed up in a suit and tie on “Top Chef” and I had no choice. I am powerless against such hotness. Crippled, even. But Padma’s suiting up also presents an excellent opportunity to talk about fit. In particular, I want to talk about how suits fit if you are, say, a tad busty. Now the thing about suits and menswear in general is, well, they were made originally for men. And men, by and large, don’t have great racks. So when a woman with the aforementioned fantastic phenomena puts on a suit, something happens. Tailoring, therefore, is key. One doesn’t want it to be too loose or too tight. Improperly tailored menswear creates too much unfortunate gapping. Though, admittedly, sometimes gapping is a good thing – a very, very good thing.

Padma LakshmiShe looked like a fancy maître d’. A hot, fancy fancy maître d’.
[SPOILER: Total bullshit about [PKYAGed person] going home, total.]
p.s. In all fairness, I did use SPOILER in the post, people. And I do not have "cuts" on this blog.

Angelina JolieRemember when I said gapping was good? I was not wrong.

Scarlett JohanssonChoice of proper under suit shirt is essential. Well done, Scarlett.

Dita Von TeeseHer tailor deserves a raise, possibly a medal.

Janet JacksonThe double-breasted suit takes on a whole new meaning on ladies.

Maggie GyllenhaalSometimes perfectly avoidable gapping should not be avoided. This is one of those times.

Salma HayekButtoning all the buttons is, admittedly, tricky.

Christina HendricksSpeaking of buttons, I fear for this one’s life. And ours, if we’re standing directly in front of Christina. But, oh, what sweet death.

Tank Top Tuesday: Oscar Edition

Say hello to the only time of the year that a tiny bald man gets me hot and bothered. Yes, it’s Oscar time. This morning the nominations were released and many deserving films (and a few undeserving ones) were honored as the year’s best. An unprecedented 10 movies are up for Best Picture. Though, we all know it’s a horse race between the giant blue Smurfs of “Avatar” and the explosive soldiers of “The Hurt Locker.” But enough about that, how about those ladies? All of the actresses have proven their talent through their marvelous performance this year. And, just as important, they all look fantastic in a tank top (or darn close to tank tops). What? Just because the Academy Awards are prestigious doesn’t mean I can’t be shallow. Happy Tuesday, you magnificent Oscar nominees, you.

BEST ACTRESS

Sandra Bullock, “The Blind Side”Helen Mirren, “The Last Station”Carey Muligan, “An Education”

Gaborey Sibide, “Precious”Meryl Streep, “Julie & Julia”


BEST SUPPORTING ACTRESS

Penelope Cruz, “Nine”Vera Farmiga , “Up in the Air”

Maggie Gyllenhaal, “Crazy Heart”Anna Kendrick, “Up in the Air”Mo’Nique, “Precious”And, lest we forget, Best DirectorKathryn Bigelow, “The Hurt Locker”

Kick those boys’ asses, Kathryn.

Mirror, mirror

A whole new year, a whole new decade. A change to reflect, anew. We like to put importance on certain numbers, days, milestones. The beginning of a year holds the same promise each time – a clear slate, a fresh start. We look back on what has passed. We hope for what lies ahead. And we reflect on what we want, what we really want. Today, I want to look at beautiful women looking at themselves. What? You reflect your way, I’ll reflect mine. Why hello, 2010. My, you look pretty.

Rachel WeiszMia KirshnerHelena Bonham CarterMichelle WilliamsMaggie GyllenhaalLeisha Hailey & Jennifer BealsJulie AndrewsTallulah BankheadChristina RicciOlivia WildeDid you know Olivia’s real last name is “Cockburn.” Yeah, clearly that had to be changed.

Vacation Vixen: Maggie Gyllenhaal

I can’t decide if this photo is cute or hot. I’m going with cot. Don’t judge, it’s better than hute.

Gender Fuck Thursday

Women in suits make me want to be bad. Really, really bad. Like sweaty, steamy, sticky bad. Like someone is going to lose a button, probably several, bad. Like, don’t worry, I’ll pay for the dry cleaning bad. You know, bad. Interestingly, Jane Lynch makes me feel exactly the same way, suit or no suit. Of course, the suit doesn’t hurt. Now, please excuse me. I have things to do – very bad things.

[Hat tip, @betternovembers for the Jane Lynch deliciousness]

BeyoncéDrew BarrymoreAmanda PalmerM.I.A.Maggie GyllenhaalKeira KnightleyCharlize TheronMichelle PfeifferFrankly my dear, I do give a damn. A hot damn.

Informed electorates are sexy

Wow. That’s all I can say, wow. Y’all are crazy smart and thoughtful and energized. Dare I say my misanthropic heart has grown three sizes less jaded today? OK, sure, I’m still torn. But I am greatly encouraged to hear that a) I’m not alone in my quandary and b) so many people are plugged into the political process. And quoting the great Julia Sugarbaker to me? Well, be still my heart. No matter who you plan to vote for, please do be sure to vote (unless you plan to vote for McCain or Romney or Huckabee, in which case…seriously? Yeah, you may be on the wrong blog.)

As a thank you for sharing your inspired thoughts on the great Hillary vs. Barack debate, here are three extremely gay things. OK, so the Tina Fey video isn’t gay (unless you mean happy, which is what it makes me), but for some reason the song spoke to me.

Walk like a Liz Lemon.


So, girls, who wants to make an interim agreement?


I’ve said it once and I’ll say it again, nothing says thank you like hot women kissing. [Kinda NSFW, but totally yummy...if the embed isn’t working, go here for the goodness]

Foxy Friday

It’s Friday, so let’s fox things up a bit. I call these photos my black is the new sexy collection. Click any of the images to enlarge. I highly suggest you do, for purely academic purposes, of course. Heck, Jodie thinks you should, too. See how she keeps pointing to the one she likes best. So without further ado:

Do A Little Dance

Make a little love, get down tonight, get down tonight. And in heels, no less. [hat tip, cappuccino girl and Nea!]

Sheer Fabric Rocks

Uma learns the hard way that sheer fabric + camera flashes = nipplepalooza.

God Bless America

Damn, girl’s got curves for days. Just call her Cleavage-y Betty.

The Three Sexies

Julianne, Maggie and Kate give The Three Graces a run for their money in the hottie department.

p.s. Thanks ever so much for the blog love anna, sphygmo, alien queen, et al. Though now I’ve come down with a severe case of the warm and fuzzies. Whatever shall I do? Good thing I have the weekend to recuperate and get back to full snark.

Maggie’s Secret

I like Maggie Gyllenhaal, I really do. I think she is talented and darn sexy in movies like “Secretary” and “Mona Lisa Smile.” But these photos, well, these photos sort of scare me. Maggie is the latest spokesmodel for Agent Provocateur lingerie (taking over from Kate Moss, no less). But instead of titillating me, the above shot just reminds me I need to schedule my annual gynecological check up. And this next one has me coming to the uncomfortable realization that Mame had great abs.Mostly, I think it’s the lingerie itself that’s throwing me off. I’m not really a big fan of the lacy stuff. I mean, I enjoy a woman in her unmentionables as much as the next (gay) gal, but I don’t need all the ruffles and gossamer. And I definitely don’t need the head gear and bat wings. But let’s keep the stockings, shall we? Yes, definitely, keep the stockings.