WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 27, 2013
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ARTS & LIFE THE FASHION DOCTOR
The importance of wardrobe basics JASMINE PROCTOR
CONTRIBUTOR
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CHARTS
Pissed Jeans Honeys Homeshake The Homeshake Tape This Hisses Anhedonia
Tequila Mockingbird Orchestra Follow My Lead, Lead Me To Follow
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Shuffle AARON LEVY
CIVL STATION MANAGER
CIVL station manager Aaron Levy loves the UFV Cascades and is stoked to see them head into the CanadaWest Regional Basketball Tournament this week against the UBC Thunderbirds Men’s, Regina Cougar’s Women’s and the CCAA National Championship Tournament for the PacWest champion Women’s Volleyball team.
Tame Impala Lonerism
Iceage You’re Nothing
Elephant Stone Elephant Stone Frightened Rabbit Pedestrian Verse The Human Orchestra Lip Service Pizza Sub Pizza Sub
Peace The World Is Too Much With Us
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HILOTRONS At Least There’s Commotion
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Amelia Curran Spectators Buke and Gase General Dome
Blackberry Wood Strong Man vs. Russian Bears
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The Zolas Ancient Mars
Divine Fits A Thing Called Divine Fits
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Justin Townes Earle Nothing’s Gonna Change The Way You Feel About Me Now
Cake – “The Distance” Both basketball teams have a reputation of going for speed, and I wouldn’t want to try to clock Kayla Bruce’s spike manually by assessing the pressure as it “cascades” off of my forehead, but they will be all alone if you don’t show up or tweet your support this weekend. Ma$e – “Mo’ Money Mo’ Problems” Substitute the word money for success, and that basically encapsulates UFV teams’ struggles this year, essentially all stemming from the fact that everyone else in their divisions were gunning for them all year long. Nothing makes things tougher to move ahead through than having more of what other people want. Kanye West – “Stronger” All three teams have been at the top of their respective games for a couple years now; finally, in 2012-2013, people and peers are starting to take real notice, but even ramping up their game hasn’t been enough to stop these Cascades yet – that’s how long they’ve been on ya. Deftones – “Be Quiet and Drive” Driving is an effective metaphor for nearly any sport, especially when you have BC Women’s Basketball’s Kobe Bryant in Kayli Sartori on your team, or UFV’s thunderous new Toronto recruit Kevon Parchment – we already know what I think of Kayla Bruce’s power. Cascades undress you in the post; now drive.
When it comes to fashion, I cannot stress how beneficial it is to have a collection of great basics. Basics, essentially, are items that you can practically wear on all occasions, dressing them up or down to suit your needs and your style. Think of them as foundations for outfits; you can add other pieces to create multiple looks, all with using the same base items. They are simple but workable pieces that, in my opinion, are essential in any wardrobe due to their versatility. The first thing you’ll need is a fitted white button-up. It can work absolute wonders for your wardrobe because it is so crisp and fresh, making it an amazing piece to start out an outfit. It is super easy to style, simply by layering it under a knit sweater or a comfy cardigan, which is both warm and stylish at the same time. The great thing about this classic shirt is that it is a solid base, giving you a canvas to make it your own, to suit your own personal style. Next, there is the structured blazer. I cannot even begin to explain how much this piece can do for your wardrobe because you can literally wear it for all occasions. It can instantly add sophistication to a casual outfit, or dressdown an evening look. It is one of my wardrobe staples because of this: I can use it time and time again, but for completely different looks. Now if comfort is more your thing, I always thing it is good to
Cardigans are a universal favourite have a simple cardigan in a neutral tone, one that is preferably comfy and oversized. These work great for layering in any situation, and I often turn to mine if I am in a pinch. Hell, you could even layer it with multiple, more colourful ones for a cute, hipster-y effect. Cardigans are pretty much a universal favourite, from what I have seen, so this is one essential that you more than likely already have a multitude of. For bottoms, dark wash skinny jeans are the holy grail of basic pants because they look amazing with pretty much everything. I live in my high-waisted ones because they are incredibly comfortable and I can pair them with almost any of my outfits. Now no basic collection is complete without the little black dress. Effortlessly chic and timeless, the “LBD” is a wardrobe staple because it is so workable. Throw one
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on for any occasion, whether it is date night, dinner party or even for school. They are so sleek and sophisticated, making them perfect to personalize with the help of accessories. My pick is the classic Audrey Hepburn, Breakfast at Tiffany’s style due to its figure-flattering shape and boat neck top. If that doesn’t scream classy, I don’t know what does. Last but not least, the shoes. I could be totally boring and suggest doing a simple black flat, but I think that’s already a given for most out there. No, instead I am going to suggest either a nude heel or a nude flat. They go with everything, whether it’s an eccentric outfit or a neutral one, and their minimalistic style adds a touch of chic to your look.
Discussions Below the Belt
Styling pubic hair for men and women LADY ORACLE
THE CASCADE
I know a girl who once told me that she shaved her pubic hair to form an upside-down cross, then dyed this blasphemous hair hot pink. I thought this was deliciously sinful, and I bet it looked pretty wicked. Shaving and styling pubic hair is like that – yours to experiment with and be daring with. And I’m not just talking about women. Men can do wonders with pubic hair style! There are numerous ways of removing hair. It’s a delicate area for both sexes, so you’ll want to be choosey with your method. There’s the good old fashioned trimming, and shaving with a razor. There’s waxing, tweezing or depilatories. Each have their own pro/con list. For myself, I prefer the razor. Though some people might find it leaves bumps or redness, I feel like it is the least painful, most private one (although no one likes having a razor so close to the delicates). Waxing can be pretty costly and painful, as well as a bit too public for the shy people out there, although you get a smooth finish if it’s done well. Tweezing of course isn’t for the whole, just a few stray hairs, but it’s still pretty painful. Using depilatories ... Well, I have to admit, I’m paranoid about anything chemical put near my privates. But you can test in advance on a small part of you beforehand to be safe.
For men, shaving the balls and shaft might be a tricky thing. For women, it’s the soft skin of the labia. The basic styles for women go as follows: First, the full bush. Easy, natural and womanly, I’ve always admired the wild shadow of pubic hair some women can pull off. Just shampoo it or soap it up in the shower and things are nice and clean. Hair reduces friction during sex. It keeps things nice and warm down below, too. I would always encourage women to embrace the bush. But some ladies like it bare. It feels smooth and clean, and your hot spots are bare and accessible – with a mouth or hand, for example. It’s a lot of work to keep things smooth, though. The effects of waxing lasts longer, but even so: when the hairs start coming in, it’s like sandpaper. Then there’s the classic landing strip, shaving everything away but a small strip above the clitoris. It gets to the point: “here’s where you should be paying attention.” Visually, women can get creative with the pubic mound area. Shave a heart, your partner’s initials, dye it vivd blue or electric pink (but remember: be very cautious with chemicals down there!) or trim a smiley face. Like women, men can go for a full bush, a clean shave or anything in between. Men should also try getting creative with their hair – create a
“manscape,” as it’s called. Men have the bonus of body hair to style, too. Be creative and have fun with it! The bush, like the woman’s, is natural, painless and easy. Otherwise, a clean landscape down there, like the women’s, might lead to more exploration with mouths and hands. A common sense reason is that is makes your equipment look bigger – rather than a good chunk of your penis hiding in the curly pubic hairs, it’s all out there to see. Something to think about, for men, is whether to leave the scrotum and penis hairs, those poor scraggly things. Plucking would be too painful – but there’s always the trimming option. So there’s the landing strip – essentially the same as the woman’s, except this one’s pointing to the penis (and you’re body hair can add to the effect). Less work is the wedge; shave everything away and leave a trimmed wedgeshaped chunk of hair above your penis shaft. Regardless of what you do with your hair down there, just remember not to take it too seriously. Hair is just hair; there’s no right or wrong. And if you’re like my sacrilegious friend, you might just crack a smile walking around with a unique design and no one the wiser. The more fun you have with it the better.