[As we speak, a less-risque Houston Street Calvin Klein billboard is replacing last week's racy, orgy-esque debut. Photo by Katie Baker]
Breaking: The billboard that had us all talking will shortly come down, amidst uproar over its scandalous nature. More than a couple heads turned when Calvin Klein displayed a barely pubescent, topless girl in various stages of hook up with more than one gorgeous but no doubt ill-intentioned man, for all of Houston and Lafayette in Soho to see (as well as the billboard bystander, a third hunk lying on the floor next to the couch canoodling, his pants undone). Passersby worried,
“They always have ads that are pushing the envelope, but this one is the worst I’ve seen since I’ve been here. My biggest concern is that it gives teens the wrong idea.” [via]
Well, now everyone can settle down a bit. This morning the stage one, second-to-third-base sex-capade came down, making way for a red bikini-clad babe, strolling against a washed out beach backdrop. So instead of potentially underage group sex (we hope they were at least planning on using protection!), the ad’s now poised to inspire body consciousness among masses of teenage women. Oh well!
boring boring boring united states of puritanical moralia. ‘what will the children think?’ why write: “more than one gorgeous but no doubt ill-intentioned man”? what is ill-intentioned about some necking and more??? srsly, it’s absolutely exhausting to continuously be reminded of how fragile the social fabric is when it comes to sexuality (though, i agree, the stylist might have considered a box of condoms which would have likely spared the ad its demise).
picro26 June 23, 2009 4:52am
Rod - I’m interested in your process - do you have children?
chk555 June 23, 2009 9:41am
Would you want your son, daughter, wife, or husband in that ad?
duh June 23, 2009 10:26am
so you can have miley cyrus…who looks like an old hooker…you can have bratz…who look like old hookers…in the cheap disguise of children’s entertainment, but you can’t have a (predictable) clothing ad showing the result of this supersaturation of the salacious (with, I think, one dude cloned three times -check the face- though it’s hard to tell)
if you’re a parent, and you’re pissed about this pretty dull ad? you’re too late.
Pennidreadfull June 23, 2009 12:15pm
I wonder if all the upset parents talk to their children about safe sex, and monitor their children’s text (sext?) messages, as well as what they watch on TV? And, I wish my husband was in this add.
Anonymous June 23, 2009 1:02pm
What a crock!
It’s funny how the guys are the ones with the “ill intent” and the girl is just there…nymph-like, innocent, and completely morally removed from the situation.
according to this author, is she even there?
Nugget June 23, 2009 3:07pm
The billboard is still up in L.A. on Sunset Blvd
Judith June 25, 2009 8:45pm
Once again, sex sells and gets attention. I’m sure CK knew that this ad was over the top but they put it up anyway and got alot of attention. I am disgusted with seeing half-naked women (and men) supp0sedly advertising clothing and this ad in particular was pornographic. If you want to watch this sort of thing then do it in the privacy of your home but don’t poison the minds of our young people anymore than they already have been. Sex is a gift - and our young people have gotten the message that it’s okay to give their bodies to one or more people just for “fun” - with no consequences….we are creating a whole generation of adults who will find themselves incapable of fidelity in marriage and confused about their own sexual orientation. God have mercy on us!
Where: NESPRESSO Boutique Bar, 92 Prince Street (at Mercer Street), New York, NY (map)
Admission: Ticketed Event
Discription:
The New Yorker’s perenially popular Passport to the Arts event, back for a fifth year, includes a fantastic self-guided tour of leading Chelsea and SoHo galleries, a limited-edition art passport, a cocktail afterparty at Hudson Studios, and a silent auction of works by emerging and established artists, with proceeds to benefit Friends of the High Line.
A new line of clothing, Tom Christopher, a well known artist in NYC, who just teamed up with the eco friendly sustainable company Threads for Thought to launch a line a T-shirts a Macy's and Urban Outfitters.
Where: The Boucarou Lounge, 64 East 1st Street, New York, NY 10003 (map)
Admission: Ticketed Event
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A beautiful spa event, hosted by Geralyn Lucas, author of Why I Wore to my Mastectomy. Slip into comfortable robes and soft slippers, and embark on a luxurious experience benefiting the cure for breast cancer. Receive top of the line spa treatments (including massage, facials, body treatments, manicures and pedicures), have your makeup done by exclusive MAC artists, and have your hair styled by world renowned hair stylist, Sally Hershberger. The most soothing and beautiful way for women to help other women.
Event: Vanier Spa Party, November 7th, 3-10 pm. **RED CARPET 3-4 PM**
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"Spa For The Cure" Treatment Event: Hosted by Nick Brown from the 'Real World' and Sarah Hartshrone from 'America's Next Top Model'. Special appearance from Anthony Stallone (Celebrity Boxer, former WWE) who will be fighting the evening before in Springfield, MA with Rodney King and Jose Conseco.
Special guest speaker: Samantha Daniels (Author, TV Host and Celebrity Match Maker) will be speaking on dating with a Q&A.
Other Special CONFIRMED Celebrities to appear are: Vinny Parco from the Soparnos, Natasha Komis- Musician/Reality Star, To Be a Star cast: Angelina, Miram, Mercedes and Mary Jane , Extra Large-Hip Hop artist EMI, Be Orginal- Hip Hop Artist, Missy Hyatt- World Wrestling Champion, Eriam sisters from America's Got Talent, and Lifetime TV movie author of "Why I wore Red lipstick to my Mastectomy" Geralyn Lucas,
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* Decadent catering and fabulous treats
* Live beauty blogging in our Dell-sponsored computer lounge by top blogging sites reaching +1million readers
* Exclusive tables and product boutiques, where all purchase proceeds will go directly to the charity. Enjoy a Think Pink Boutique from jewelry designers Stella & Dot, with top NYC designers making exclusive clothing to be donated to this event that is not sold anywhere else
*RF Runway Show and After Party: After you have been sufficiently pampered and spoiled, get ready for the after party at 8:30! Dress to impress (cocktail to formal attire preferable), and enjoy...
* A Breast Cancer Research Foundation fashion show! Watch real breast cancer survivors and fighters model BCA related apparel, accessories and fabulous beauty looks!
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Where: Invite Only, Invite Only , New York, NY (map)
Admission: Invite Only
Discription:
Join Honorary Angel Christie Brinkley and her daughter Sailor for the launch of Tea Party Angels, a fundraising program that asks mothers and daughters to host tea parties in order to raise money for girls in need around the world and to teach girls here about social responsibility. The event at Doubles from 4:00 - 6:00 PM will be a fun-filled tea party with tea-shirt making, face painting and more.
Where: Junc Gallery, 4017 Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA (map)
Admission: Open
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We’re turning 5 and we’ve asked our family of incredible artists & Junc Gallery to help us celebrate!
Blood is the New Black & Junc Gallery Present:
Blood is the New Black: 5 Year Anniversary Exhibition
November 7 - December 14, 2009
Opening Reception and Party Saturday November 7, 7-11 pm
4017 Sunset Blvd
Silverlake, CA 90029
http://www.bloodisthenewblack.com
http://www.juncgallery.com
Featuring new work by:
Skinner, Skye Parrott, Keaton Henson, Demonbabies, Porous Walker, Andrea Shear, Jesse Spears, Bryan Ray Turcotte, Brendan Donnelly, Sumi Ink Club, Patrick Jilbert, Sterling Bartlett, Michael Sieben, Jeff P, Dan Monick, Mel Kadel, Travis Millard, Scott Barry, Pete and Jo, Josh Slater, Jason Fischer, Hannah Stouffer, Dylan Haley, & more!
Be sure to check out the Blood is the New Black pop up store opening night with shirts, prints, zines and more!
Beer courtesy of Nakhon Beer and cupcakes from Lemonade (yum!)
Thank you for giving us the opportunity to support the artists we love for the last five years!
We hope we can do even more for our friends in the next five years.
xo
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Chris commented on The Eye Candy Twins At Bungalow 8: "I would still like to see where Rolling Stone named them Europe and Asia's #1 DJs. Seem unlikely, but nothing's impossible."
comment on image in NYC Opera Theater Debut Red Carpet gallery:
"Tinsley who do you think you are? Camera crews following you around. I bet the whole opera audience was clueless as to who you are. Im glad GofG shows how things really are and doesn't just post..."
[As we speak, a less-risque Houston Street Calvin Klein billboard is replacing last week's racy, orgy-esque debut. Photo by Katie Baker]
June 22, 2009 1:44pm
Barely pubescent? no…
June 22, 2009 5:18pm
white hot and vitriolic
June 22, 2009 10:34pm
boring boring boring united states of puritanical moralia. ‘what will the children think?’ why write: “more than one gorgeous but no doubt ill-intentioned man”? what is ill-intentioned about some necking and more??? srsly, it’s absolutely exhausting to continuously be reminded of how fragile the social fabric is when it comes to sexuality (though, i agree, the stylist might have considered a box of condoms which would have likely spared the ad its demise).
June 23, 2009 4:52am
Rod - I’m interested in your process - do you have children?
June 23, 2009 9:41am
Would you want your son, daughter, wife, or husband in that ad?
June 23, 2009 10:26am
so you can have miley cyrus…who looks like an old hooker…you can have bratz…who look like old hookers…in the cheap disguise of children’s entertainment, but you can’t have a (predictable) clothing ad showing the result of this supersaturation of the salacious (with, I think, one dude cloned three times -check the face- though it’s hard to tell)
if you’re a parent, and you’re pissed about this pretty dull ad? you’re too late.
June 23, 2009 12:15pm
I wonder if all the upset parents talk to their children about safe sex, and monitor their children’s text (sext?) messages, as well as what they watch on TV? And, I wish my husband was in this add.
June 23, 2009 1:02pm
What a crock!
It’s funny how the guys are the ones with the “ill intent” and the girl is just there…nymph-like, innocent, and completely morally removed from the situation.
according to this author, is she even there?
June 23, 2009 3:07pm
The billboard is still up in L.A. on Sunset Blvd
June 25, 2009 8:45pm
Once again, sex sells and gets attention. I’m sure CK knew that this ad was over the top but they put it up anyway and got alot of attention. I am disgusted with seeing half-naked women (and men) supp0sedly advertising clothing and this ad in particular was pornographic. If you want to watch this sort of thing then do it in the privacy of your home but don’t poison the minds of our young people anymore than they already have been. Sex is a gift - and our young people have gotten the message that it’s okay to give their bodies to one or more people just for “fun” - with no consequences….we are creating a whole generation of adults who will find themselves incapable of fidelity in marriage and confused about their own sexual orientation. God have mercy on us!