Ladies love porn too!

Porn. I have a passion for it, really.

I've learned a lot about the pornography industry, and something that really interested me was the idea of feminist porn.

So what's that? Porn for women...made by women. And no, it's not all like this.

Actually, that whole trailer had me laughing uncontrollably. Well, that's what you get when you type "porn for women" into your search engine. Cheesy, right? Why is there an assumption that women want romance and soft music? What's with the soft core? Maybe some of us just want straight up raunchy sex? I may not speak for every girl out there, but Sasha Grey has got it going on. She also has reportedly left the porn industry, so that's a bit upsetting.

I've looked into feminist porn quite a bit, and the sex isn't all that different. But the making of is definitely interesting. Before filming, they get to choose who they are going to have sex with on camera. So, basically, you get a line up of potential suitors, and pick the one you would want to bring home from the bar any other night.

There's also more concentration on female pleasure. We're always waiting for the guy to get off, don't you get tired of the same old facial? Hello, the female orgasm is a million times better than some dude grunting and groaning (No offense, guys).

So maybe some feminists don't think feminist porn exists, but it's pretty difficult to classify. Tristan Taormino, a porn director, said so herself...you can check out some of her thoughts here!

Call it what you want, either way, porn is great. Admit it.

One pornographer I have come to love is Anna Span...

She has a killer website, you can check it out here but you better be over 18!

She's the perfect example of porn for women. And REAL porn at that. Not that there's fake porn I guess, but it's not flowery or cheesy. Sorry, but candles and low lighting isn't going to make a girl climax. Well, in my thoughts anyway.

Also, watching porn has been so stigmatized. Lets just drop that. Everyone does it. Girls do it. They just don't want to admit it. It's the same as masturbation...ladies like to keep that on the DL, you know what I'm saying?

But that's a whole other round I'll tackle next time!

I hope I've gotten you curious. Maybe you'll find a new passion in the same general playing field...but with a feminist twist?

-Mel

crash

What do you think of the new photo banner? Is it too stretched out or does it look okay? Let me know all of your opinions of what I do here!

It looks like all of you are going to be reading a little bit more of Sarah and Mel over the next week or so as I've just destroyed my MacBook (I am writing this from my phone right now!)

How did this tragedy happen? While I was working at my dayjob (a consultant and social media girl at a real estate office), I smashed my hand against a brand new large Tim Hortons tea all across my keyboard. When I turned my computer upside down, a puddle of tea formed on my desk. My laptop is currently covered in rice and I'm hoping it recovers by Saturday...
As soon as I'm back and set up again, expect some new things - again!

Love until then,

Justine

flower power

Summer is finally peeking through and I'm getting ready to bring out my summer bags. This is one I am dying to purchase:  Jil Sander Market Floral-Print Silk-Twill Bag

Why a bag and not a shirt? Bags are an easy and on-trend way to buy into the ever-present floral trend, especially if you're not one hundred percent about wearing a, let's say, floral jumper.!

Rise & Grind

It's the long weekend, and it's time to put a whole new meaning to the term "rise and grind" over the next few days. I might be unemployed at the moment, but that is besides the point.

What's better than waking up to a nice hot cup of coffee? Well, let's be honest, I think morning sex takes the cake. It might even make you feel better than java could. Wait, did I say it might? I meant it will DEFINITELY make you feel better.

I'm sure you've heard it before...men are always more frisky in the morning. Well it's true, why do you think they wake up ready to go anyway?

Of course, the morning breath and messy hair might not be the biggest of turn ons, but a dash of mouthwash and a comb through your hair should do the trick. Personally, I'm a fan of my big messy hair in the morning (most of the time, anyway). And besides, if you're really that worried about what you look like in the morning you could always just take it to the shower. But be warned, shower sex takes practice and pretty good balance. Most people I know actually hate it. As one friend of mine says: "Sex is like pizza, even when it's bad, it's still good." But let's be honest, no one likes soggy pizza.

So back on track...why should you indulge in morning sex?

First of all, endorphins. You COULD go for a jog but I'm pretty sure you would rather stay in bed and feel awesome.

Also, it's much easier to wake up. Maybe you'll be sluggish and lazy at first, but once you get the ball rolling, it's kind of hard to feel tired.

But be warned: While guys are pretty much ready to go before they even open their eyes, women need a little more lovin' before it goes down. It doesn't matter how lazy you might be gentlemen, give her some foreplay. We all know us girls deserve it. Especially considering how great the rest of your day will be, all because of us. After all, women are at their sexual height in the evening. But that doesn't mean we don't want it in the morning too...

This is NOT what we want

This is what we WANT

Any Questions? Send them to me!

And have a great weekend. And by great I mean filled with awesome morning sex.

-Mel

First photo is from www.msn.ca
Second photo is from http://thewayilikesex.tumblr.com

alexander X vogue

Hey everyone,

I know it's been a little bit since I've blogged or contributed in any way, but have no fear, as I am back in full force. Exams are done and, if this rain ever lets up, summer will be here soon! I'm taking a week or two off before I start work so I can work on some freelance articles and will let you know when (if??) they get picked up.

So, since I have soooo much time off right now, I did some poking around and found some stuff that I had meant to post about but didn't have a chance to. Case in point - Vogue recently did an interesting editorial as a tribute to Alexander McQueen, who was one of my favourite designers before his untimely death. Steven Meisel shot the spread and it's beautiful. They accurately named the editorial "Alexander the Great."

Spring 2001

Spring 1999

I love how his collections always managed to reference birds. It's something I didn't notice until recently, but I love that. Right from his first collection, at lease one piece in a collection had feathers or bird shapes or whathaveyou... but he always managed to incorporate it. I am curious to see if Sarah Burton will continue this.

Spring 2005

What are your fave looks?



Check out the rest of the editorial here!

Look-A-Like

The other day my roommate and I were walking around in the beautiful weather, talking about shoes.
I can't remember how we got on the topic, but as soon as we did she immediately brought up her desperate desire to own a pair of Christian Louboutins. I had to agree because, really, who wouldn't want a pair of Christian Louboutins? Those beautiful works of art with that signature red heel...nom nom. I'd be afraid to wear them out. I'd keep them in a glass case on my desk. I'd be so proud.

But, lets face facts people. Most of us are starving students, forced to live off of loans and the money our parents graciously but reluctantly provide us with to ensure our monthly survival. Through tuition, books, and food, the ability for us to purchase a pair of Louboutins (let alone any pair of quality, designer shoes) on our own is something that isn't an option at the moment.

So, after drooling over the Christian Louboutin website and picking out some of my favourite shoes, I decided that I wanted to try and find similar styles for a price that I can realistically afford. And, since it's a Saturday night and I'm sitting at home studying for those disgusting things we call exams, I thought I'd share my findings as a form of procrastination:


I'll start of with a relatively inexpensive Christian Louboutin shoe. The Bianca ($795).
VS.
Aldo's "Cape Coral" platform in camel. ($80)


Christian Louboutin's Rozeppa wedge ($895)
VS.
Forever 21's Caposhi corked wedge ($22). A clear difference in appearance and quality, but price is key.


Louboutin's Very Prive Spike ($1195)
VS.
Sam Edelman's semi-spiked heel ($225). This was the closet I could come to a match in my searching. I actually really like this shoe. It's available at Town Shoes and I'm thinking of going to try a pair on to procrastinate tomorrow...


And finally, the piece de resistance. These are the kind of shoes that you'd wear and feel ridiculously awesome because they're worth more than half a year's rent. SO SPARKLY. Christian Louboutin's Very Riche heels ($3695).
VS.
Steve Madden's gold pumps ($80).

I hope you enjoyed my little comparisons. I feel like such a bargain shopper. Hehe.
Hopefully I gave you some inspiration to do you own comparing and bargaining. It may not be as fun, but it always leaves ya with a new pair of shoes, even if they're not Louboutin's. ;)

Love,
Sarah

A different kind of -gasm!

I'm here on behalf of sex. Obviously with a blog name like fashgasm, there's going to be a lot of fashion, so why not some sex too?

My name is Melissa...or Mel, and after many months of research, I seem to have conjured up a love for sex and pornography. I might as well share this love and knowledge with all of you, because it's all very interesting! I mean, it is sex. And it's one of the things we all love to talk about.

I've interviewed some great people, from porn stars to feminists! And hopefully I will only learn more...so I can continue to pass it on.

I promise I'll have something juicy for you soon enough, but for now, I'll leave you will this.

I have this really strange passion for Sasha Grey, so I'm pretty excited to check out this book. I'm sure it will be something else. She's on a whole other level. She's two years older than myself, got into porn at the age of 18, and has managed to skyrocket into the world of fame. And it all started with a love for sex. But I'm sure it wasn't easy. She seems so comfortable in her own skin, even when Tyra Banks is ripping her to shreds in front of an international audience.

That's why I need to read this! Can't wait to get my hands on it! Definitely on my summer reading list.

“Documenting myself has almost become a necessity.

There are so many photos of me, taken by other people, that aesthetically I have no control over. Documenting myself allows me to reflect on the day, on the feelings I am having, and on my environment. When you work in the entertainment industry, there are always new surprises; there certainly isn’t one day that’s similar to the last. I feel that an essential part of this great gift of constant change is to embrace all of the complexities that come with the unknown, and continue to appreciate them every day. I figured that if I were on set, I might as well be taking advantage of my surroundings and documenting my life in an exciting, untraditional manner. I look back at these photos today and see how much I’ve grown, how my opinions have changed, and how they will continue to change.”

—Sasha Grey

I just got really excited. More sex to come!

-Mel

colour block

I've been noticing more and more lately that outfits of one solid colour are extremely popular this year. I talked about it in my last post, and since then solid coloured ensembles have been popping up on every blog and website I've lurked about.
Like I said in the Ellery post I wrote, I'm really not a fan of single coloured outfits but I've found some ones that really work. It all has to do with the shading and accents...


This is probably one of my favourites. The shirt is a different material and a little bit of a lighter purple (maroon?) than the pants, which adds contrast and doesn't make it look like a baggy one-piece. The hat also pulls it right together. Actually, the hat is what I like most about this outfit. I've been really into hats lately and would love to find one just like that for summa days.


This outfit follows suit of the one above with a blouse that's a slightly different shade than the shorts it's paired with. Even the shoes and the hat, being in the same beige colour zone, are darker and lighters shades. It's put together so nicely that it doesn't even look like an outfit of entirely beige, in my opinion.


Ahh, the all-white ensemble that I could never wear. This Zoe Jordan outfit is one solid colour all the way, but the ruching on the shirt and the fit of the jacket give it shape and definition, so it doesn't look like she's wearing a block of white. I like, I like.

Basically, if you're going to wear an outfit of all one shade or colour, it's all about the accents and detailing you throw in. Form fitting jackets, belts, or different coloured accessories are definitely key so you don't look like a solid blob of colour. Let me know what you think about the little trend.

Love,
Sarah

white trend

I can't get white out of my mind. I was just scrolling through some collections today and stumbled upon this little number. I love the detailing on it. 

What do you think of the shoes paired with the dress? I'm not too sure if I'm a fan.

Emilio Pucci Pre-Spring 2011.

 

kahlo

Kahlo is a new line based in Australia. I really have no more information about the line, other than it is amazing for spring. Head over to Desordre to order. They ship internationally (!)

model - anja konstantinova

 Model Anja kills in this photoshoot.

ellery, really really

I came across Kym Ellery (designer name: Ellery) a few days ago while I was trolling one of the fashion blogs I frequent. I can't remember which one, but the post was about up and coming designers. Immediately, the Ellery designs caught my eye.

If you're like me and hadn't heard of Ellery before this, I think you'll be pleasantly surprised with her line. It's edgy and structured, but a little flirty at the same time.
The F/W '11 line is unique in the sense that she seems to devote every outfit to one specific colour or shade, sticking mainly to it. And I'm not usually into outfits of entirely one colour (unless it's black...) but this designer makes it work.

An all-white ensemble. I really like the layered jacket and vest look, and the contrast between the white and cream colour. Couldn't wear any of this out in public though. The white wouldn't stand a chance... I'm the clumsiest girl you'll ever meet.

One of my favourites (obviously). The shoulders of the jacket are harsh, but as you work your way down it takes on a lighter/flirtier look with the tights. Once again, an outfit entirely focussed on one shade, but the shoulder pads and the belt at the waste give it shape and make it work. Yay!


This outfit is exactly what I was talking about when I called Ellery edgy, structured, and flirty at the same time. This dress rocks. It's sharp, but the light pink softens it and adds a really girly feel. It's a great mix (the gold studded belt really helps).


A very intense all-red outfit. It's a lot, but something about it really works. The long jacket paired with the shiny (for lack of a better word) pants adds shape. The material of the pants also adds a contrast to the look that's definitely needed when sticking entirely to one colour, especially one as bold as red.


Check out www.elleryland.com for all her collections.
And now, I'm off to start studying for my first final exam. Wish me luck....eep.

Love,
Sarah

HYPE

Hey everyone!

If you haven't noticed, we've been doing some exciting background things over the last couple of weeks. Sarah has started writing (!), we have a domain name and we even have some legitimate email addresses! There is still a lot of work to do, but we're slowlyy getting through it to make this a better experience for you guys, our readers.

Anyways, time for self-promotion. If you guys love what we're doing, please follow us on Google Friend Connect or via Bloglovin' so you instantly see new posts.

ALSO - Something exciting is being added in about a week, so please don't forget to check it out!

to white...

Last Thursday, I experienced a dilemna I never thought I would. I couldn't decide whether or not it was okay to wear white denim in March. I know this seems like a fairly trivial debacle, but I couldn't figure it out. You see, I only really embraced white bottoms this past summer. After years and years of wearing my trademark black denim, I decided it was time to branch out. When cool weather came and it was time to hang up my beloved denim and linen pants in the closet, I was a little depressed. But again, I embraced my dark jeans, leggings and tights for the fall and winter.

After a bone-chilling winter in Ottawa, the temperature finally made it to 10 degrees Celsius. I was so excited! My excitement got the best of me, and I threw on my white jeans. However, I caught myself when I was running out the door and got into this dilemma with myself. I asked my housemate and a friend.

ACNE RTW S/S '11

Eventually I just decided to fuck it and wear them, and wear them I did! Literally - for three days straight. I couldn't get enough of it.

THE ROW RTW S/S '11

When do you pull out your light or white bottoms? How do you wear it?

I'm just loving this dress - Couldn't resist showing you guys it!
VENA CAVA RTW S/S '11

Photo's from Vogue.

twenty8twelve, i could wear only you

I've been a fan of Sienna Miller since I saw Alfie when I was fourteen years old. I loved her as an actress, but as I grew up with her I began to develop respect for her style.
Always acclaimed for her bold fashion sense, Sienna is part of the inner circle of Anna Wintour (according to the Wall Street Journal) and has modelled for Vogue and Hugo Boss to name a few. Her carefully picked movie roles that always seem to fall into the low-budget-indie-but-fantastic category always have her done up in the most beautiful outfits, and have no doubt inspired her street style and helped create her image in the fashion industry.

In 2007, Sienna and her sister Savannah took their love of the industry and launched twenty8twelve. The collections are always incredible. They put major faith in neutrals, and accent them in impressive, unique ways.

The 2011 F/W Ready-To-Wear Collection is by far one of twenty8twelve's best. Now, I may be a little biased because it's mainly dark colours, but there's a fair mix (I spot some great patterns on some pieces). I think this collection can appeal to everyone in some form. It's simple and looks wonderfully ready-to-wear.
In short, one of my absolute favourite F/W'11 RTW Collections I've seen this year. I'm in love!

I like everything about this outfit. From the loose fitting grey knit, to the boots. Flawless.


Once again, the baggy sweater look with the tight-fitted leg. I love this, and the little accent of the Victorian-patterned skirt peeking out.


The layered look with this dess rocks, and it looks like it could be worn out in the afternoon or night. The trenchcoat makes a bold statement, and the
dark grey accents on the army green of it are even better.


These pants....nothing I can say. Nom.


From the grey bomber to the kick-ass shoes, these pieces make me want to go downtown right now. This look is so dark, and a little bit tailored, that I feel like I could wear this to the office (maaaybe pushing it, a little) then the bar right after. I loove, I love.


And that's just a little glimpse of it. Check out the website: www.twenty8twelve.com, and be sure to explore the whole thing. There's some awesome blog posts and stories about the Miller sisters on it. Not to mention their amazing past and present collections.

Love,
Sarah