WATCHLOUD.COM

4 September 2014

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It’s been a hot minute since Queen Bey released her eponymous album (since December 13, 2013, if we’re being precise here) and shook the world. The world’s still shakin’—thanks to Beyonce and her love of little leotards—and we still can’t get enough.

Those videos though. We won’t bother questioning how all 17 music videos were produced under wraps; we’ll just be thankful (to the Illuminati brethren?). Seventeen short films oozing nothing but music, sex, and a whole lot of Beyoncé in whole lot of little-to-nothing has inspired her fans to copy in a multitude of ways.

While we can’t deliver Bey, the background music, or any professional lighting, what we can give you is insight on where to find all the best lingerie featured in her videos. Click it, gift it, and you’ll instantly win “Boyfriend of the Month.” And if superlatives aren’t important to you, get this: you’re about to get the ride of your life the next time you’re drunk in love.

Buy now, thank us later: we’re about to help you make your dreams come true.

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Pretty Hurts

We’re starting off slow and easy here, if old-school Hollywood are more your speed. Beyonce’s wearing demure, pin-up suit by Norma Kamali, channeling a little bit of Marilyn Monroe to leave room for imagination…

… but on the flipside, if edgy is more your thing, another Norma Kamali. We’re getting warmer with that midriff on show.

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Ghost

Classic black with an inviting fishnet torso. Beach or bedroom, it works. (Bonus points if it’s paired with a pair of sky-high heels…)

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Haunted

Dominatrix mistress or a school teacher fantasy? She’s covered up—but not for long. After all, it’s what’s underneath that counts…

 

Didn’t we tell you? Few things will get your lady—or you—more excited than that little pink box. Agent Provocateur is the name of the game, and if you do one thing right by her, it’ll be giving you both the gift of one of the finest of French lingerie. The Alina set offers the best of both worlds with delicate lace juxtaposed with soft bondage; did someone say surfbordt?

Three-piece sets a little complicated for you? (Trust, we get it.) There’s always a bodysuit option—it’s Beyonce, after all—with cutouts in all the right places. Cat woman meets video vixen your thing? Look no further.

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Drunk in Love

Then there’s “Drunk in Love.” Simple, sensuous, sexy: few things are better than wet hair, a good bikini, and a whole lot of mesh. The icing on the cake? A hint of strategically placed gold chain highlighting every curve.

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Yoncé

So it’s not Bey—it’s Chanel—but a strappy suit like this? Yes please.

So Bey loves her a bandage, bondage-inspired number, too. Convinced yet?

 

There’s a theme if you’re into it: bondage is the name of the game.

 

Then there’s some classic 90s erotica with huge potential. (If you didn’t know, all that’s Beyonce or 50 Shades of Grey endorsed is game. Plus, you just scored yourself some major brownie points.) We’re just sorry you won’t be able to get your hands on this exact molded rubber bustier—nipples and all (talk about finding a loophole around Instagram and its busted rules)—by Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent back in 2001.

Feeling adventurous? Bring out the mask.

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Partition

Driver, roll up the partition please. We’re only asking once.

 

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Rocket

For those of you who like things a little sweeter, treat her to a little lace and high-waist…

Actually, don’t bother thanking us: just get busy.

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ALUM-KNIGHTS

28 May 2013

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The Journalism and Media Studies Department is home to a “qualitative and quantitative scholarly platform,” archiving what is one of the most comprehensive collections of information about the Latino culture in the United States—from demographics and politics to scholarly research and arts and culture—compiled from journalists and think tanks across the nation.

Called LIN@R (Latino Information Network at Rutgers), the project was started by J/MS Professor Robert Montemayor, the department’s first Pulitzer Prize-wining lecturer.

Simply teaching the News Writing and Reporting course wasn’t enough; Montemayor sought to create a news outlet and community that would speak to and for Latino-Americans across the country.

LIN@R, he said, combats the negative—and sometimes unreliable—information perpetuated in mainstream media

With more than 35 years of media experience as a journalist, author, veteran marketing executive and consultant, Montemayor decided to produce an online news presence. With a team of tech-savvy graduate students and the support of the dean and the School of Communication and Information, the Latino Information Network (LIN@R) was created and launched in November.

“This particular project is more in the line of providing people with information that they should know and should have to understand us as an entity across the United States,” said Montemayor. “I think there’s too much negative press [about Latino-Americans] in the mainstream. It makes for inflammatory copy when the press always casts a negative light on you: that you’re taking jobs away from people, that there’s too many immigrants in the country.”

Where most media outlets are quick to typecast Latinos, Montemayor wants to remind us that the United States was a nation built by immigrants.

“Look,” he said. “We’re trying to show that we have contributions. We play a role. The more you know about us, the better you will be able to make informed decisions—especially if you’re a public policy maker.”

As the official central site of the Inter-University Program for Latino Research (IUPLR), a consortium of 25 universities and research centers (including the Smithsonian) around the United States, LIN@R offers readers both breadth and depth to reach beyond the immediate Rutgers or New Brunswick area.

What sets LIN@R apart, however, is its approach to the presentation of information. The devil’s in the details, as Montemayor said, with color scheme and infographics as key features alongside its articles.

Visualization and aesthetics are key to engaging readers on yet another level.

Visit the Latino Information Network at linar.rutgers.edu/, and stay informed.

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This article appeared in AlumKnights’ Spring/Summer 2013 newspaper.

Internships.com

28 June 2011

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It’s an art. Is it a melodramatic statement? More than likely (life can be a bit boring otherwise). But it is valid. When they say “Casual Fridays” in the office, it’s not really casual. At all. Rather, it’s essentially the usual business attire sans black pants- or dress-suit. Think black pants or denim, tailored, dark wash denim, white denim. All done smartly. And instead of the usual sleek ’60s-inspired dresses, opt for something lighter like a sundress or class wrap a la Diane von Furstenberg.

It’s not to say that you should go in with your usual Monday through Thursday uniform; it’s not disallowed, per se, but there isn’t anything wrong with sprucing up the usual wardrobe choices and letting a bit of your non-work personality show through. Do keep in mind, however, that there is a time for a work and play: being serious is still of utmost priority here. You’re still in the office, casual Friday or not. Superiors—bosses—are still there, and if you dress too casual, you run the risk of conveying the wrong message.

“You’re still in the office, casual Friday or not.”

It’s unfortunate, yes, and superficial even, but in a world where appearances will always count for something, looking less of the part is an indication that you’re too young, too unprofessional, too frivolous to work full-time.

Don’t draw attention to your age; dress up, literally and figuratively, so they view you as an equal to everyone else in the office. You want to command their respect. Thus said, avoid jeans and sneakers. Light-colored and colored denim are a no if you want to look sophisticated; the one exception is, however, the ever-classic combination of a white tee and the blue jean, paired wither a nude or black pump or flat (no sandals—it’ll look too beachy).

“Nothing should be above the knee, or the slightest bit see-through.”

Opt for pumps, flats and dress sandals; pumps with skinny or wide-leg jeans look especially smart. Chic. Sophisticated. Avoid graphic tees (words and otherwise), strappy tanks (follow the three-finger width rule). Nothing should be above the knee, or the slightest bit see-through. Just recently Teen Vogue beauty editor Eva Chen tweeted that an intern was spotted wearing a thin white tee, black lace bra showing. A current trend never renders itself acceptable, even in the fashion industry.

Linen or khaki shorts are lovely, but if you’re ever second-guessing the length, stick to pants. And as always, keep accessories to a minimum for a clean, polished finish.

The abridged version? Dress for the job you want, not that job you have.

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Internships.com

29 March 2011

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The corporate world. It’s daunting, and equally unnerving to even think about. It’s an entirely different universe where members of this so-called cult clutches their copy of the WSJ and respective smart phones desperately. One wrinkle or wrong type of shoe and it’s obvious you’re an outsider.

It is imperative that all know how to dress both appropriately and still impress. However, some don’t understand the importance of it, or simply don’t know how. It was after interning at a courthouse (it was appalling how many dressed not just for work, but to appear in court!) when I was inspired to help women and men alike put their best face forward for that first impression that makes all the difference. First appearances do matter. It’s unfortunate, but it’s true. We make our best—and sometimes most inaccurate—judgment within the first few blinks. Let’s make it count in our favor.

The Basics

Every professional girl needs the following in her wardrobe:

• Nude pantyhose
• Black blazer
• Black tailored pant
• Black pencil skirt
• White, button-down shirt
• Black pumps, 3-4 in.

Boring, but these are the necessities in the corporate world. In a non-fashion area of the corporate world, being too fashion-forward can be a hindrance, since many cannot gather or fathom recent trends. I’ve attended a few career fairs and business courses (I’m currently a business school student at university)—and the standard dress code of a black pantsuit, pump, and white dress shirt is a must. Deviation—even if it’s as minute as wearing a colored shirt or mismatching suit, reads as unprepared. Or, if your pump is a little to high or accessories are a bit too trendy, you’re read as frivolous. Thus, embrace chic alternatives to the classic and the sophisticated to pave your way to true success.

Monochromatic palettes, and the classic black, white, gray. It instantly gives an impression of maturity, sophistication, and timelessness. A bit of color is always a youthful touch, but in the office, it’s usually better to stick to conservative color palettes and colors: black, white, gray and blue. Of course it is not crime to dress up a little black dress with a colorful cardigan–but keep prints to a minimum, and opt for solid-colored (florals are the exception!) pieces.

The classic pump. It’s your best friend; not too high and not too low. The three-inch, black, stiletto pump is the ultimate corporate wardrobe piece. A symbol of executive power welded by the female in the working world, there is no way one can ever go wrong with the shoe. It’s classy, and can’t be deemed a “hooker heel” (those who are ignorant often label anything over three inches to be such shoes). The almond-toe or pointed toe (ah, the return of the pointy toe!) for winter/fall, and the peep-toe for the warmer seasons. Do make sure your toenails are well manicured, though. French or a coat of a simple nude—OPI’s Samoan Sand is my go-to nude polish.

Buy & wear the classics. White button-down shirts with the top two buttons left undone, the sleeves rolled a few times rather casually, and tucked into a pair of pants. High waisted black skirts or pants are the perfect addition to the blouse, and finished with a few silver bracelets, a pair of black pumps, and a wide belt cinching the waist. A simple silver pendant is a dainty touch; pearls are equally beautiful, but may look too mature. Something a bit more modern–like colored pearls, pearls with chains, etc.—lighten the outfit. Blazers are absolute must-haves; the black is a staple, but choosing a more unconventional color—gray, cream, white—adds a dimension of modernity and depth. The little black dress, knee length with sleeves and a modest neckline makes for a feminine approach to the typical pant-suit ensemble. If it lacks sleeves, do wear a cardigan (an electric blue, yellow, teal, or cream are beautiful but sophisticated colors)—worn with or without a belt. Wide-leg, high-waisted denim trousers in a dark wash also act as a fashion-forward, but not too trendy take on the denim wave. Sophisticated and fresh.

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