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Would You Wednesday: Cash for Class?

By Kirsten|August 3rd, 2011|Why Did or Why Don't?|

It seems that the price of higher education is getting steeper and steeper both literally and figuratively. The Huffington Post recently did a piece exposing a startling new trend in how young ladies are paying off their student loans. Rather than being burdened with tens of thousands of dollars worth of debt, these cute co-eds are instead making “arrangements” to have their debts wiped clean merely by spending some “time” with gentlemen who have the funds for their tuition. These guys, referred to as sugar daddies, will happily plunk down the cash for class when their “sugar babies” spend a little time with them. There are even websites sprinkled all over the world wide web that cater to these exact arrangements. (I’m clearly not going to link to them because this whole thing is so ridiculous).

You’re probably asking, “Is this legal?” Technically, yes. Though it sounds like watered down prostitution to me, as long as there is no advertising of the “exchange of services” it’s fair game. What happened to paying for tuition the good ol’ fashion way? Stripping?

In all seriousness, doesn’t it seem a bit crazy that young women are being forced to become modern day concubines because they can not even afford to pay for a degree that may or may not even land her a job once she graduates? In a society where we push unnecessary master’s degrees on 20-something’s (that’s a whole ‘nother can of worms), aren’t we really just perpetuating the problem? With tuition rates on a steady incline (upwards of $30K on average) as well as the unemployment still on the rise, are college bound beauties destined for failure?

xx,

WhyDid

Setting the Mood: Hallucinate a Heatwave

By Kirsten|August 2nd, 2011|Setting the Mood|

Mark Twain once said, “The coldest winter I ever spent was a summer in San Francisco.” Well, he certainly wasn’t kidding. One would think living in California is all palm trees and sunshine… well, not so much.

After returning from the east coast this week, I realized how much I miss a real summer. You know, the almost unbearable heat that lingers long past sunset and the humidity that can curl even the most perfectly coifed ‘do. While it rarely dips below forty in California, the summers are never as warm as those of the east coast. It never, ever feels like summer. “They” tell me it gets warm starting in September, but I don’t buy it.

These bright brights are just going to have to get me through the mild California summer. Perhaps wearing something bright will radiate its own heat.

xx,

WhyDid

Lingerie: Deobrah Marquit

Bracelet: Tom Binns

Shoes: Miu Miu

Monday Mashup: Pucker Up!

By Kirsten|August 1st, 2011|Monday Mashup|

I honestly don’t know how I missed this one, but luckily I have the best friends a girl could ask for. One of these great gals brought to my attention the striking resemblance between Real Housewives of Beverly Hills’ Taylor Armstrong and The Land Before Time‘s Ducky. (Did I just date myself with that movie reference?) No, I’m not saying that they are both “dinosaurs” (too obvious), I’m talking about their preposterously pouty puckers. If you don’t really watch the Real Housewives (you’re a better person than I), all you need to know is that Taylor is the one with the GIANT mouth- literally. It would appear that Ms. Armstrong and Ducky visit the same plastic surgeon…

When you look at Taylor, you can see that she’s a perfectly attractive woman who seems to have gone a bit syringe crazy. Why do women opt to enlarge their lips? Funny you should ask. Several years ago, an ex-boyfriend convinced me to go under the needle (real keeper, huh?). My lips aren’t exactly shoestrings, but they sure as heck don’t rival Scarlett Johansson’s. So, I made my way to a plastic surgeon in Chicago known for being one of the best, for some lip enlargement. Let’s be clear, I’m not a wuss when it comes to pain- this was hand’s down the worst pain I ever felt in my life. So awful, in fact, I considered just telling him to stop and walking out with lopsided lips. However, I hung in there and finished out the procedure, leaving the office with noticeably larger lips. Would I do it again? Absolutely not. But perhaps you’re ready for more luscious lips?

Restylane– An injectable filler commonly used for wrinkles as well as pretty puckers. Results last about six months and be certain to visit a certified professional for this procedure.
LipFusion XL Lip Plumper, $50 – This product has been a beauty favorite for years. Using collagen and hyaluronic acid (HA), this bedtime treatment gives you fuller lips without the needles.
Toothbrush- Not just for your teeth. Brushing your lip not only gets rid of those pesky flakes, but also increases blood circulation giving a (temporary) fuller appearance. I’ve actually used my Clarisonic to do this and it worked quite well.

While I’d be more likely to recommend options 2 and 3 (far less painful – not to mention much less expensive), the pursuit for a perfect pout may be never ending.

Kiss, kiss.

xx,

WhyDid

Why Can’t We Be Friends?

By Kirsten|July 27th, 2011|Why Did or Why Don't?, Why Did You Date Him?|

Miss No Strings Attached in theaters back in January? No worries, you can catch it in theaters now… except this time it’s called Friends with Benefits – oh and they replaced Ashton and Natalie with Justin and Mila. No biggie. Not sure how exactly this slipped through the cracks with movie producers and studio heads, especially when all involved have worked so closely (Black Swan, That 70’s Show). You’d think at some point in between takes of the lesbian scene in Black Swan, Natalie might’ve mentioned something like, “You’re way better at this than Ashton. We’re doing a new movie together about these friends who have sex…”

And Mila would say, “No way!! JT and I are doing the same thing!”

Then they’d smack five and get back to business. Anyway, seeing that there are two major movies and four mega stars covering the sultry subject, I figured it must be something on the forefront of people’s minds. Just like the premise of the movies, having a “friend with benefits” (also known as a f*ck buddy), seems like a great idea in theory when in between relationships, but as everyone could guess (without having to sit through the movies or spend $15 a ticket) it never turns out quite the way you’d planned.

See it all gets a bit messy when one (if not both) catches stronger than “just friends” feelings. It’s nearly impossible for neither party to get attached when so much time is spent naked and in between the sheets. Sex is a very intimate thing and no matter how modern the woman (or man), sex is always more than just sex. I mean, let’s be serious, would you really sleep with someone you didn’t like… just a little? My verdict? Friends with benefits is always a bad idea.

Now, here’s the part where I bring it full circle by completely contradicting myself. I actually think the best relationships are built between people who have strong friendships. The trick is seamlessly transitioning from best buds to bed buds. The sexy part of relationships always fade (at least a little bit), but the sturdy foundation of friendship can keep a couple afloat.

So what do you think? Would you do the deed with a friend in need?

Whatever you decide, always be safe with your body and mind.

xx,

WhyDid

Friday Frocks: Nifty for Fifty

By Kirsten|July 22nd, 2011|Friday Frocks|

While summer is now in full swing, there are really only a handful of beach days and summer Fridays left. (Although it was pointed out to me today that summer officially ends on September 22). You’ve probably done most of your summer shopping in advance but, there’s still the possibility of a hot (both literally and figuratively) date or rooftop cocktail party to attend before September rolls around. In the off chance that you’ve exceeded your seasonal budget, I’ve rounded up some summer friendly frocks that are also friendly on the wallet. Now you can enjoy the rest of the warm weather without feeling guilty about going into credit card debt (never in style- ever). Behold: 10 dresses all under $50: