After three days at home coupled with sleepless nights spent channel surfing on the couch I have become addicted to late-night television. As a teacher, I seldom stay up past 9 p.m., except in the summer time, so I miss all the good stuff. To accommodate our schedule, we watch television on DVD a season behind everyone else. (I know. My friends keep saying, "Don't you have TiVo?" Obviously, we do not.) Our Netfliks membership also gets frequent use through instant play movies. However, none of this is comparable to the experience of flipping through channels at 2 a.m., piecing together five minute intervals of shows I've either never heard of or love but usually don't see.
A couple of nights ago, I spent a full hour watching Face Off, the new reality series about special effects make-up artists. I enjoyed it tremendously because it was like watching Design Star meets SciFi channel. (Let's be honest here; these are my two favorite genres!) I caught the first episode in repeat and noticed another episode premieres tonight, though I have no idea how far into the season the show is. Still, if I can't be horizontal (which has been a problem due to coughing fits), I'll be parked in front of the t.v. for another look.
In addition, I found a couple of old friends - What Not to Wear and Say Yes to the Dress. Both of these shows appeal to the wanna-be fashionista in me (If only I were a size 4!). Still, Stacy and Clinton often work with larger women, showing them how to dress well and look good without being society's stereotypical twig. I like this show because it empowers women to take control of their lives by taking control of their image. (I've also learned a lot about how to shop!) However, last night's episode was not too successful. The make-over woman was a Barbie doll bimbo with overpoweringly glittery and overtly sexual outfits that she wore as everyday casual. These clothes coupled with platinum blonde, highly-fluffed hair, Tammy Faye Baker spider lashes, frosted pink lipstick, and a voice that sounds like a character from an anime porno flick were just too much for Stacy and Clinton. They tried over and over to make her understand that she looked like an aging Playboy Bunny, but she just wouldn't listen. She didn't want to wear anything appropriate, even though it looked great on her. In addition, in the make-up and hair portion, her look was toned down to a more natural, modern vibe and the woman was drop-dead gorgeous. Ultimately, she followed the "rules" and spent $5000 on a new wardrobe, which she said (at the end of the show) she wouldn't wear. I guess there's something to be said for having confidence, but it was sad to see her prefer the trashy look over flirty and beautiful. Even Stacy and Clinton were speechless - which is saying alot!
I've often fantasized about being on What Not to Wear, though I realize I'd have to walk around in a totally tacky wardrobe until someone nominated me. I can't help but wonder if a sincere letter begging for help, discussing the limited clothing options available around here, and pointing out that I'm a poor English teacher would do the trick. Alas, that is fodder for sweet dreams (which I hope to have tonight)!
A couple of nights ago, I spent a full hour watching Face Off, the new reality series about special effects make-up artists. I enjoyed it tremendously because it was like watching Design Star meets SciFi channel. (Let's be honest here; these are my two favorite genres!) I caught the first episode in repeat and noticed another episode premieres tonight, though I have no idea how far into the season the show is. Still, if I can't be horizontal (which has been a problem due to coughing fits), I'll be parked in front of the t.v. for another look.
In addition, I found a couple of old friends - What Not to Wear and Say Yes to the Dress. Both of these shows appeal to the wanna-be fashionista in me (If only I were a size 4!). Still, Stacy and Clinton often work with larger women, showing them how to dress well and look good without being society's stereotypical twig. I like this show because it empowers women to take control of their lives by taking control of their image. (I've also learned a lot about how to shop!) However, last night's episode was not too successful. The make-over woman was a Barbie doll bimbo with overpoweringly glittery and overtly sexual outfits that she wore as everyday casual. These clothes coupled with platinum blonde, highly-fluffed hair, Tammy Faye Baker spider lashes, frosted pink lipstick, and a voice that sounds like a character from an anime porno flick were just too much for Stacy and Clinton. They tried over and over to make her understand that she looked like an aging Playboy Bunny, but she just wouldn't listen. She didn't want to wear anything appropriate, even though it looked great on her. In addition, in the make-up and hair portion, her look was toned down to a more natural, modern vibe and the woman was drop-dead gorgeous. Ultimately, she followed the "rules" and spent $5000 on a new wardrobe, which she said (at the end of the show) she wouldn't wear. I guess there's something to be said for having confidence, but it was sad to see her prefer the trashy look over flirty and beautiful. Even Stacy and Clinton were speechless - which is saying alot!
I've often fantasized about being on What Not to Wear, though I realize I'd have to walk around in a totally tacky wardrobe until someone nominated me. I can't help but wonder if a sincere letter begging for help, discussing the limited clothing options available around here, and pointing out that I'm a poor English teacher would do the trick. Alas, that is fodder for sweet dreams (which I hope to have tonight)!
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