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Fashion Icon Books - Karl Lagerfeld's Metamorphoses of an American (GALLERY) Fashion Icon Books - Karl Lagerfeld's Metamorphoses of an American (GALLERY)

One of my favorite fashion icons, the larger than life Karl Lagerfeld has released a new book entitled Metamorphoses of an American. The book features five years worth of photos of model Brad Kroenig (born in 1979) that were shot by Lagerfeld himself. Metamorphoses "traces the physical and emotional development of Brad Kroenig … the world's most sought-after male model." Maureen Orth Vanity Fair shared this insight about the Lagerfeld/Kroenig relationship: "'Have you met Brad?' Lagerfeld a… [More]





Advertising With Fairytales - Puss in Boots for Saniterpen Advertising With Fairytales - Puss in Boots for Saniterpen

The fascination with fairytales continues, as ad agencies continue to come back to well-known classic characters. This add, featuring Puss in Boots, is for Saniterpen, a pet odor remover. It features a realistic image of a cat in an old fashioned European home, removing his boots and knee high so…[More]



Creative Open Church Promotion - Black, Female & Hip Jesus (GALLERY) Creative Open Church Promotion - Black, Female & Hip Jesus (GALLERY)

The Evangelical Lutheran Church of Finland promotes their diverse and open nature with a message of “Room for faith you consider yours” in a campaign that depicts Jesus as a female and a black man. My favorite however is a hip dude Jesse who “really digs ya, man,” which continues with “A…[More]



Superheroes Stripped - Claudia Schiffer Covers German Vogue (GALLERY) Superheroes Stripped - Claudia Schiffer Covers German Vogue (GALLERY)

When dealing with sexuality, most magazines do it stealthy… but not German Vogue. The only words on the cover of the June 2008 issue are “SEX by Mario Testino” written across an image of a nearly nude, masked Claudia Schiffer. The theme of the issue is clearly the timeless topic of sex, yet Vo…[More]









Famous Apples to Promote Cereal - Eve & Snow White for Kellogs Famous Apples to Promote Cereal - Eve & Snow White for Kellogs

To advertise the use of "more fruit than before" in Kellog's All-Bran Fruit'n Fibre cereal, JWT advertising agency brought in non-other than Snow White from the beloved children's fairy tale and our mother, the first female, Eve. While it's usually one red apple in the hand of Eve or snow white, we…[More]



2008 Olympic Mascots - The Fuwa (GALLERY) 2008 Olympic Mascots - The Fuwa (GALLERY)

The 2008 Beijing Olympics have been enveloped in unending political controversy so it’s been tough for some sports fans to get excited. Putting those aspects aside, I really love the five Olympic mascots collectively called the Fuwa. “The cute Fuwa group consists of five members according to t…[More]



Featured as a Creature - Spider Named After Neil Young Featured as a Creature - Spider Named After Neil Young

You know how you've really made it big? They name a spider after you. That's what happened to Neil Young recently. A new breed of trapdoor spider was discovered, and the researchers, who were clearly huge fans of the Canadian singer, named it Myrmekiaphila neilyoungi. The biologist and bit time fa…[More]



Animated Fashion Designers - Marc & Karl on the Simpsons (VIDEO) Animated Fashion Designers - Marc & Karl on the Simpsons (VIDEO)

First Karl Lagerfeld was featured in Grand Theft Auto IV, and now the Chanel designer has been forever immortalized as a Simpson, alongside fellow designer Marc Jacobs. Both are known for their quirky personas, and Matt Groening did a fantastic job capturing their colourful characters. The images …[More]



User Generated Music Videos - Michael Jackson's Beat It Spoof (VIDEO) User Generated Music Videos - Michael Jackson's Beat It Spoof (VIDEO)

We've been entertained by a user-generated Zoolander spoof, a parody of Daft Punk's Harder, Better, Faster, Stronger, and now we're finding ourselves captivated by this remake of Michael Jackson's Beat It. The high energy black and white with music video features flashes of red and a killer soundt…[More]



Gothic Weddings - Kate Moss' Rock'n'Roll Gown (GALLERY) Gothic Weddings - Kate Moss' Rock'n'Roll Gown (GALLERY)

While some people might have negative thoughts about a gothic wedding, I can't help think that the rock'n'roll themed wedding Kate Moss is planning will be fabulous, especially the gown she'll end up wearing. Rumor has it, she's recruited a designer friend to create a black or purple, full-length …[More]









Politicians in Gossip Magazines - Publications Shift Their Focus Politicians in Gossip Magazines - Publications Shift Their Focus

People love celebrity gossip magazines because it "humanizes" the stars to them. That now includes political candidates. "But not since John F. Kennedy posed for Life magazine during the 1960 campaign — tanned and windblown in his sailboat — have the entertainment media been so infatuated with…[More]



Celebrity Staring Contests - Jessica Alba on IBeatYou (FOLLOW UP) (VIDEO) Celebrity Staring Contests - Jessica Alba on IBeatYou (FOLLOW UP) (VIDEO)

Want to compete against Jessica Alba in a grueling, out of this world staring contest? Here's your chance. Alba squares off against some mean, lean professional starers in the latest of a series of stunts to promote ibeatyou.com, the start-up internet enterprise co-founded by her boyfriend Cash Warr…[More]



Pablo Picasso in 3-D - Digitalized Guernica Painting (VIDEO) Pablo Picasso in 3-D - Digitalized Guernica Painting (VIDEO)

To see Pablo Picasso's Guernica in 3-D is a rare treat. The Guernica is perhaps Pablo Picasso's most famous painting. The work of art depicts the Nazi German Luftwaffe bombing of Guernica, Spain on April 26 1937 during the Spanish Civil War. Picasso, who was very affected by the bombing which kill…[More]



American Idol Obsession - Weird eBay Memorabilia (GALLERY) American Idol Obsession - Weird eBay Memorabilia (GALLERY)

Back in the day I had some truly tasteless New Kids on the Block memorabilia. Today, there isn't much of a boy band for teenyboppers to flip over, so it would seem they've taken a lusty liking for their favorite American Idol contestants. MTV compiled a list of the most ridiculous items targeting th…[More]



Body Paint for the Rainforest - Joaquin Phoenix on 4REAL Body Paint for the Rainforest - Joaquin Phoenix on 4REAL

Actor Joaquin Phoenix joined the Yawanawa people of the Brazilian Amazon rainforest as part of a new series for MTV Canada called 4REAL. The actor, who is active in many social causes, hopes to bring attention to global social issues and foster understanding of different cultures and ways of life. …[More]



Digital Religion - Pope Reaches Out With Text Messages Digital Religion - Pope Reaches Out With Text Messages

For his age, it's incredible how modern Pope Benedict XVI is. In his latest approach to expand his global appeal, the Pope is reaching out to youth by sending out thousands of text messages with inspirational messages. "We wanted to make WYD08 a unique experience by using new ways to connect with …[More]



Political Parodies - Bush vs. Obama: DOPE Parodies HOPE Political Parodies - Bush vs. Obama: DOPE Parodies HOPE

The Barack Obama HOPE posters are probably the most viral image associated with this year's US presidential elections. After the originals by Shepard Fairey sold out almost immediately, it wasn't long before the posters were spoofed. First it was Michael Ian Weinfeld's POPE parody in honor of Pope…[More]



Fashion Designers As Models - Tom Ford From Head to Toe in Prestige (GALLERY) Fashion Designers As Models - Tom Ford From Head to Toe in Prestige (GALLERY)

I am noticing an increasing trend of top male fashion designers flaunting their own physique. From Marc Jacobs parading his new lean body shirtless in numerous recent editorials and shoots to this exclusive interview and accompanying shoot of Tom Ford in the latest issue of Prestige Hong Kong. The i…[More]



Political Fashion Spoofs - Harper's Bazaar & Robin Givhan Dress Mrs. President (GALLERY) Political Fashion Spoofs - Harper's Bazaar & Robin Givhan Dress Mrs. President (GALLERY)

Harper's Bazaar ran an article in the magazine's February issue called "Dressing Mrs. President" which light-heartedly pokes fun at Hillary Clinton's fashion sense. In the article, top designers, as well as famed political fashion critic Robin Givhan, give America's would-be first female president …[More]



Provocative Billboards - Belvedere Ads Too Racy? (GALLERY) Provocative Billboards - Belvedere Ads Too Racy? (GALLERY)

We know sex can be used to sell almost everything, we also know alcohol and sex often go hand in hand. That being said, I am still amazed by the blatant sexualization of recent alcohol campaigns. I guess my surprise stems from the fact that the risqué "rebirth of luxury" ads for Polish vodka brand…[More]



Giant Eco-Friendly LED Displays - Beijing Greenpix Zero Energy Wall (GALLERY) Giant Eco-Friendly LED Displays - Beijing Greenpix Zero Energy Wall (GALLERY)

The Greenpix Zero Energy Media LED Wall in Beijing was created by Simone Giostra & Partners and Arup and can be seen in the gallery. The gigantic LED wall, which is near the site of the 2008 Beijing Olympic Games, and which is set to go live sometime this month, will display videos of art-related ev…[More]



Video Game Spoofs - Grand Theft Auto for Yuppies by Conan O'Brien (VIDEO) Video Game Spoofs - Grand Theft Auto for Yuppies by Conan O'Brien (VIDEO)

Conan O'Brien and his writers at the Late Night Show have developed a kinder, gentler version of the violence-laden and much-maligned yet popular video game, Grand Theft Auto 4 which was released a few days ago. The spoof is called Grand Theft Auto for Yuppies and it is pretty funny.[More]



Political Talking Boxes - Caja de Ruidos Ads (GALLERY) Political Talking Boxes - Caja de Ruidos Ads (GALLERY)

Caja de Ruidos, or talking box, is the name of this ad campaign for a public speaking and locution lessons business. The message the ads try to convey is that you should pay attention to how you communicate your thoughts and ideas when in public. The clever ad uses caricatures of George W. Bush wh…[More]



Geisha Glam - Kylie's New Tour Look (VIDEO) Geisha Glam - Kylie's New Tour Look (VIDEO)

Kylie Minogue is known for reinventing herself to keep with the times, but her new Geisha look doesn't exactly make her look like a modern style maven. Then again, who are we to judge her? She's heralded the world over for her fashion savvy, and she wouldn't be kicking off her KylieX2008 world tou…[More]



Disco Meets Bohemian Chic - Ashton Kutcher in Pepe Jeans S/S 08 (GALLERY) Disco Meets Bohemian Chic - Ashton Kutcher in Pepe Jeans S/S 08 (GALLERY)

Actor Ashton Kutcher goes back to his modeling roots as the new face of Pepe Jeans in their spring/summer 2008 ad campaign. The campaign, which was shot by David Sims, features a rocked out Ashton in an edgy style that is rather a departure from Pepe’s previous Sixties aesthetic. Canadian super …[More]



Singing Supermodels - Agyness Deyn Sings Who (VIDEO) Singing Supermodels - Agyness Deyn Sings Who (VIDEO)

Once again we're featuring Agyness Deyn, but this time it's not about modeling, being a fashion muse, or designing her own collections. The "British Model of the Year" is trying something new again, and is attempting to make it as a singer! Last week she was spotted at the Coachella Valley Music F…[More]



Butterfly Monocles - Uma Thurman for Another Magazine (GALLERY) Butterfly Monocles - Uma Thurman for Another Magazine (GALLERY)

Actress Uma Thurman was recently featured in an editorial spread as well as in an interviewed by Another Magazine. I love photography by Craig McDean, particularly the butterfly motif as a symbol of rebirth symbol. The way McDean featured it as an imitation monocle is quite beautiful. The theme, an…[More]



Torture Editorials - Ashton Kutcher's Ass Kicking in Details (GALLERY) Torture Editorials - Ashton Kutcher's Ass Kicking in Details (GALLERY)

Ashton Kutcher will appear in the May issue of Details Magazine and already it's generated controversy as some of the rather violent photos were already leaked online, making their rounds in the blogosphere. The cover of the magazine shows a very hip-looking Kutcher with the caption, "Ashton Kutcher…[More]



Website for Ethical Fashion - The BBC's 'Thread: Fashion Without Victims' (GALLERY) Website for Ethical Fashion - The BBC's 'Thread: Fashion Without Victims' (GALLERY)

The British Broadcasting Company (BBC) launched an ethical fashion ezine named "Thread". The online magazine seeks to address issues many fashion-conscious and environmentally-responsible people constantly grapple with such as the damage sustained by the environment due to irresponsible and unethica…[More]



Headline Fashion - CNN Headline News T-Shirts Headline Fashion - CNN Headline News T-Shirts

News media giant CNN launched a website selling T-shirts of your news headlines. T-shirts with headlines such as "Pelosi says no to combined ticket", "Prank promotes sex, booze after prom" and "Deadly snake found slithering on beach" can be ordered from the online store. The T-shirts, which come i…[More]



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