Things You Should Really Do This Memorial Day Weekend
Memorial Day is around the corner and people everywhere are rejoicing. Why? We get a three-day weekend. Now that you have some time, how about spending your weekend doing the things you always put off? Admit it, you have a giant list of things that you never seem to find time for. Here's what we have in mind: 1. Work Out. Every January, gyms are filled with people motivated to begin their new years resolution. By May, this motivation has usually died.
Editor’s Diary: Cannes Film Festival 2013, Day 4
Diary from Cannes 2013: Day 4 May 19, 2013: The sun came out on Sunday, and so did... every single Asian film that I wanted to see. What I got used to very quickly as a first time Cannes attendee (with a low-priority press badge) is that every single day, I'd look through the list of hundreds of press screenings, competition screenings, and market screenings; plan my day in at least three different formations amidst much confusion and indecision; and then when I finally decided on my schedule, at least a third of it would fall through for some reason or another (screening full, interview...
Roll Models: Cars, Modeling, and Go-Go Dancers Galore
A new reality show, Roll Models, is coming your way. From the producers of K-TOWN, this show takes a deeper look into the Asian American youth culture of Southern California. In particular, Roll Models focuses on the world of import cars, modeling, and go-go dancers. The show will feature well-known import models such as Nikita Esco, Michelle Yee, Gina Darling, Beckie Joon, Danielle Lo and Melyssa Grace. We are told to expect a lot of drama from these strong-willed girls who are not afraid to get in your face. Already, the show has gathered quite the buzz and people have been more than...
The Daily SHAG | The Hangover Part III’s Peter Jae
The release of The Hangover Part III couldn't have come at a better time. We're due for another Daily SHAG (Smoking Hot Asian Guy) and who better than The Hangover's Peter Jae (you may remember him from one of our favorite series K-Town Cowboys!), who worked as a stuntman for the film. Peter is also currently working on stunts for the upcoming Michael Mann film, Cyber, starring Chris Hemsworth, Viola Davis, Tang Wei, and Wang Lee Hom. If you happen to be a fan of abs, you're in for a treat! Click on for more pics:
Creepy Technology: Human Doll Cloning
Technology has come quite a long way. Just ten years ago, texting was not a main form of communication, we had to actually remember phone numbers, and we went to the library to get information. Now, we live in a society of smart phones, gps systems, and social media. But apparently, we're not stopping there. Trying to make its way to the top of innovative technology is the process of doll cloning. Said to be perfect for the "tech-savvy ego-fetishist" individual, Japan's Clone Factory specializes in 3-D printing of human faces. For the price of $1300, you can now place your face onto a doll's...
World’s Most Powerful Asian Women: 21 Top Forbes’ Annual Power List
This week, Forbes Magazine published their list of The World's 100 Most Powerful Women 2013, their annual list of the impactful women from seven categories: billionaires, business, lifestyle (including entertainment and fashion), media, nonprofits and NGOs, politics and technology. The list was determined using three metrics: money, media presence and impact (please go here for a more in-depth explanation of their methodology). This year, 21 Asian women (2 are Asian American) are featured on the list, with mainly businesswomen and politicians ranking on the list, marking a very strong...
10 Signs That Your Relationship is An Asian Drama
Complicated love triangles, near-death experiences, and endless tears? If this sounds familiar, your relationship may just be liken to some of our favorite Asian Dramas. Check the signs below: 1. You receive piggyback rides. This is often when you're too drunk to walk, but not too drunk to divulge some of your deepest secrets.
Every woman’s face or body has a different story to tell. We may be bombarded by the mainstream media’s message of what beautiful is supposed to be, but we know that beauty comes in all shapes, colors, and sizes. Here, an Asian American woman proves it.
ISSUE: Summer 2011
DEPT: Features
STORY: Janice Jann
PHOTOS: Melly Lee
HAIR & MAKEUP: Joyce Luck and assistant Natalie Herrera for JLS
{ VIOLETTA }
Cambodian-Chinese American Violetta Tang’s wild mane of hair is so perfect for her effervescent personality that it’s hard to believe there was a time in her life when she would spend an hour every morning and pay hundreds of dollars to get her hair stick straight. “In middle school I started to feel weird that my hair wasn’t as straight as my other Asian friends, so I started blow drying it a lot to get it straightened,” she says. “I didn’t really know how to handle my hair.” When Violetta started wearing her hair curly in college, she was surprised to hear a lot more compliments on her locks. “I guess I just kind of stood out,” she says.
It hasn’t been all positive feedback though. “I once got this job as a hostess at an Asian restaurant and I wore my hair curly and down. My manager asked me to tie it up and wear it as a bun,” remembers the 24-year-old. “All the other hostesses had stick straight hair and they got to wear their hair down. I don’t think I fit the Asian image of what they were looking for.”
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A continuing series by former ER writer and Audrey contributor Shannon Goss on life as a modern hapa Asian American woman.
Much of my childhood was spent in small-town Oregon. My high school graduating
class had roughly 130 graduates, and my best and perhaps most generous guess is
that less than 10 percent were ethnic minorities. And while I don’t want to make a sweeping
assumption that small town = small mind, after spending time in good ol’ Junction City
a few weeks ago, I felt compelled to share this (surprising) story. Keep in mind it’s now
2011.
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Every woman’s face or body has a different story to tell. We may be bombarded by the mainstream media’s message of what beautiful is supposed to be, but we know that beauty comes in all shapes, colors, and sizes. Here, an Asian American woman proves it.
ISSUE: Summer 2011
DEPT: Features
STORY: Janice Jann
PHOTOS: Melly Lee
HAIR & MAKEUP: Joyce Luck and assistant Natalie Herrera for JLS
{ DORIS }
“Since I was a teenager, my body was not like any of my petite classmates who had just nipples, no boobs,” says Doris Tang with a laugh. “I always associated the reason I couldn’t get a date was because of my body — because I was supposed to be petite and no one wanted me,” says the Chinese American. Continue Reading »
Every woman’s face or body has a different story to tell. We may be bombarded by the mainstream media’s message of what beautiful is supposed to be, but we know that beauty comes in all shapes, colors, and sizes. Here, an Asian American woman proves it.
ISSUE: Summer 2011
DEPT: Features
STORY: Janice Jann
PHOTOS: Melly Lee
HAIR & MAKEUP: Joyce Luck and assistant Natalie Herrera for JLS
{ YOKO }
“It helps me feel beautiful from within because it just makes you feel good.” — Yoko Igawa, 30, on working out.
A former track athlete, the Japanese American also takes hula classes and kickboxing.
– Janice Jann
Joz is one of nine women Audrey featured in its Body of Quirks feature. Check out more stories here.
Purchase the Summer issue of Audrey Magazine here.
We’re all abuzz over Joseph Vincent’s new song, BumbleBee.
Vincent, who was first featured on The Ellen DeGeneres Show in 2010, has since established a more solid following of fans and supporters, encouraging him to launch the BumbleBee Cover Contest.
The contest encourages fans to record their own cover of “Bumblebee” with their unique style, and then post the video to YouTube. Sponsored by the Catch Adventures Staff, the contest will run from now until October 2. The five most viewed videos, along with five more videos hand-picked by Vincent, will move on to compete in two more elimination rounds.
The Bumble Bee winners will receive the very first Joseph Vincent RF3LIVE Earphones, along with a #TEAMJV T-shirt pack.
This is a snippet of Joseph’s original Bumblebee song:
Do you think you have what it takes to win?
Check out the official contest page http://www.josephvincentmusic.com/bumblebee/contest.html”>here.
Tonight (Friday, September 23) at 8:00pm at the Orpheum Theatre musical performances, fall fashion, designers, dancers and celebrities come together under one roof to bring one ARTrageous night. Celebrating its 29th Annual Fashion Extravaganza, Glamorama is proud of present Cee Lo Green and Far East Movement as their headliners for the event. It’s a night of fun and glamour and all for a good cause! Proceeds will benefit the AIDS Project Los Angeles and Project Angel Food who provide services, financial support, education, meals and shelter to those living with HIV/AIDS. The fashion benefit, with the help of the Macy’s Foundation, has donated more than $29 million to HIV/AIDS services, prevention, education and research.
Not sure what you all are feeling up to this week, but personally, I am most looking forward to getting a spa! Too bad Spa Week’s not till October, but that doesn’t mean I can’t book in advance! But lucky me, I have a Wi Spa coupon from my Audrey’s Night Out goody bag. You can win one too! Just follow the instructions here.
Spa Week – Book Now!
When: Now until Sunday, October 16
Where: Spas across United States and Canada – visit SpaWeek.com for details
How: Sign up on SpaWeek.com
With the stress we’ve all been enduring, I say it’s time we treat ourselves for some de-stressing treatments – all at a discount! This fall, Spa Week is taking place from Monday, October 10 – Sunday, October 16. Hundreds of day spas, medical spas, resort spas, yoga and Pilate studios and other health and fitness centers will be offering 2-3 exclusive services for a discounted price of just $50 each. Book your appointments now! Continue Reading »
We’ve talked about the incredible cast in the upcoming film, White Frog.
BD Wong, Joan Chen, Harry Shum, Jr., BooBoo Stewart...talk about star power!
Here’s the trailer for the film.
White Frog follows an Asian American family dealing with the death of Chaz Young (Shum), a brother, son and friend. The story centers around young Nick (Stewart) who also has Asberger’s.
What are your thoughts on the trailer?
You’ve heard us raving and raving about the fabulous Audrey’s Night Out goody bag our VIP guests received this year.
Now, one lucky reader can enter to win that goody bag!
Goodies include:
I have to admit, as much as I love sitcoms and scripted television shows, I cannot really bring myself to spend 3 hours watching an awards show. I’ve done it in the past, don’t get me wrong, but it is definitely not a regular pastime.
However, I do love checking out the red carpet fashions and this year’s ladies seemed extra-impeccably-dressed. Could good taste finally be coming back in for Hollywood? Let’s take a look at some of the fashionable Asians strutting their stuff.
True Blood’s Janina Gavankar added extra flair with a pink fluffed mini and Stephen Webster jewels at the HBO Official Emmy After Party. Continue Reading »
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