By Alexis Guerra

Like of the Week: Super Simple (DIY) Shredded Tee

Shredded tee

Feel like an end of the summer DIY project that will result in turning something banal and everyday into something fun, edgy and slightly gothic? Then look no further. Not only will you be able to spruce up a plain, old boring t-shirt in less than a few hours but people won’t believe that you were able to construct this look all on your own. Trust me. I’ve made a couple of these bad boys and every time I’ve worn it out it’s been an instant hit. Not to mention they’re practically foolproof!

Now, if you’re not entirely familiar with this unisex trend then let me give you the rundown. Shredded tees have been all the rage this summer, from celebs to musicians, this rough-and-tumble look has found its niche in fashion in a very unexpected and stylish way. The “destroyed look” has become chic and trendy again, harkening back to the grunge era in a fresh new way, and now you can make this look your very own, minus the $143 price tag!

There are tons of video tutorials showcasing the proper or best way to create this anything-goes masterpiece but I found just going in for the kill with no qualms or fear of “ruining” the shirt is best. Let’s face it, with a look this jagged, you’re not going for flawless here.

Give it a try- you’ll be surprised at how simple it is to make your very own.
Plus, it’s fun, unexpected and surprisingly sexy. Not to mention the fact that it’s a t-shirt with built in air conditioning?! Consider your prayers answered.

Dislike of the Week: The Poncho (I’ll wait until you stop screaming)

Booty Buddy Blanket

As I was perusing the Internet for some Fall-worthy duds I came across this monstrosity of a frock on the Urban Outfitters site, a store that I am very fond of (just goes to show that no one’s perfect). Oh the dreaded poncho. You can try to take it out, dress up it up and work it like there’s no tomorrow but there’s still something so dreadfully passé about it. The description for the “Booty Buddy Blanket” (yes, yes, that’s really what it’s called!) had this to say (with my own little additives, of course):

“It’s a blanket AND an oversized, cozy poncho sure to keep you warm no matter what you’re doing [Uhhh, like carting drugs over the Mexican border]. Snuggle up in the Booty Buddy, with a super soft fleece lining and allover Southwestern-style print [aka, a pattern that looks like a Disney character might have vomited all over it]. Topped with an oversized hood, it’s like the most comfortable hug ever.”[Has the person who wrote this ever had a hug, cuz I’m pretty sure this poncho can’t provide the warmth of another human being. Preeeeetty sure.]

Still, I thought perhaps maybe I was being a little too critical, until I asked some of my friends their opinions on it as well…this was what they had to say…

“ It looks like a glorified $68 Snuggie.”

“ I swear there is a Native American somewhere looking for his tent.”

“ It looks like a reject from the ‘Ugly Betty’ poncho collection.”

“ Whoever made that needs to be punched in the face.”

Well, there you have it. I would have posted more but I have to keep soooome decorum. The peanut gallery has spoken and the world is just not ready for the poncho to be released back into the wild. Lock it back up, boys, and turn off the lights. This trend needs to go into hiding for a long, long time.