Fashion & Syle - Bachelor 16 - Discussion

luvstx wrote:

Southerngirl wrote:I think my attempt worked. But to clarify, I was thinking Courtney may like the purple dress with cap sleeves and cries cross front or:http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-uwhY2OafBBY/TVYOrRvghGI/AAAAAAACWBE/zzGk-9V8vx0/s1600/TS1.jpg or this one:

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The red in the middle. You have to excuse, I love talking fashion. :giggle:

I'm with you Southerngirl....love thte fashion and you had a great idea to try to pic the dress.

I also agree that Courtney might wear the purple cap sleeves from the first group of pics. But I really think she would wear that red/maroon dress with the off the shoulder sleeves. Body hugging. I also think she'd like the last one shoulder dress that they show in gold/yellow but she'd pick a different color.

What colors do we have Courtney wearing at RCs? Do we have many caps of her in formal/cocktail wear? Guessing many are black.

Yeah, black, black, black. Her bikinis aren't though. Most of the time her clothes look lame and that's why I knew that was her on that picnic date with Ben.

Eagle Eye wrote:

albean99 wrote:

eightfifteen wrote:I'm glad you were fighting your case, Eagle Eye, I was going crazy just reading those posts that that was JP when I knew it was Ben too. :shock:

And the point is...it was all Ben in the previews and none of JP. Same with Lindzi, unfortunately.

JP was in there but briefly. Didn't they show Melissa in previews for Jason but change the color of the dress? It's so hard to predict what they'll do to mix things up. I'm not feeling that Lindzi's the f1 at this point but am hoping something happens and Courtney's either not the f1, not there, or someone else shows up. A girl can dream, can't she?

:hidingchair Oh man, I really hate myself for giving new life to this dead and beaten horse, but JP wasn't in any of the FRC previews. DSG getting off the plane? Ben. DSG holding hands with Ashley? Ben. GSG who's walking away from Ashley? Ben.

And yep, they definitely changed the colour of Melissa's dress in the previews. Back in the day, when I was naive, I figured there was no way the editors would go so far as to actually alter the colour of somebody's dress. How young and foolish I was then. And I think I would have liked Melissa's dress better in the bluish/purple that they changed it to. I wasn't feeling the yellow at all.

I'm not remembering much about except for Ben (blocking that out) but didn't we see JP's shirt at one point? I swear we saw a white shirt in one of the shots.

albean99 wrote:

Eagle Eye wrote:

albean99 wrote:

eightfifteen wrote:I'm glad you were fighting your case, Eagle Eye, I was going crazy just reading those posts that that was JP when I knew it was Ben too. :shock:

And the point is...it was all Ben in the previews and none of JP. Same with Lindzi, unfortunately.

JP was in there but briefly. Didn't they show Melissa in previews for Jason but change the color of the dress? It's so hard to predict what they'll do to mix things up. I'm not feeling that Lindzi's the f1 at this point but am hoping something happens and Courtney's either not the f1, not there, or someone else shows up. A girl can dream, can't she?

:hidingchair Oh man, I really hate myself for giving new life to this dead and beaten horse, but JP wasn't in any of the FRC previews. DSG getting off the plane? Ben. DSG holding hands with Ashley? Ben. GSG who's walking away from Ashley? Ben.

And yep, they definitely changed the colour of Melissa's dress in the previews. Back in the day, when I was naive, I figured there was no way the editors would go so far as to actually alter the colour of somebody's dress. How young and foolish I was then. And I think I would have liked Melissa's dress better in the bluish/purple that they changed it to. I wasn't feeling the yellow at all.

I'm not remembering much about except for Ben (blocking that out) but didn't we see JP's shirt at one point? I swear we saw a white shirt in one of the shots.

Nah, it was all Ben. It was actually just a few seconds in real time and San posted pretty much all of the caps above. I can definitely see how Ben's shirt may have looked white to you, though -- the stripes were fairly subtle and you really can't see them in most of the screencaps. But maybe that's why they couldn't use any footage of JP, because the shirts were too different and it would have given away who was who. Ah, well. It certainly was a great mystery at the time and led to some great debate!

Are we not counting the few shots of JP on his knee and looking at Ashley in the previews leading up to the FRC? I can post those if they will help.

Love_Me wrote:Are we not counting the few shots of JP on his knee and looking at Ashley in the previews leading up to the FRC? I can post those if they will help.

LOL, that's a good question! I think we're talking about the preview that they showed at the end of episode 6 -- it didn't show anybody's face but we thought there was a Dark Suit Guy and a Grey Suit Guy. But maybe we're all thinking about different previews and that's why we're so confused!

I think we were talking about the Hong Kong episode where it first showed the FRC previews (where just Ben was shown). The week of the finale they promoted both guys proposing.

eightfifteen wrote:I think we were talking about the Hong Kong episode where it first showed the FRC previews (where just Ben was shown). The week of the finale they promoted both guys proposing.

Indeed they did. And clearly showed their faces, and which "side" they were on. Not much mystery there!

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Kacie B's friend has a blog of where you can get her look! I really like it. It's in Kacie's thread.

Natalie’s Bachelor Blog Episode 2: Sonomafication: (So-no-ma-fi-ca-tion)



Sonomafication: (So-no-ma-fi-ca-tion)

1. Rolling around in pastures while high on grapes. “After a weekend of Sonomafication, she woke up severely bruised.”

2. Utilizing grapes to seduce the opposite sex. “This week, I am
going to perform Sonomafication on one of my lovers in Northern
California.”

Emily (my lil’ Kendra) sums up Ben’s Sonoma style best when she
states, “Ben looks amazing in his dressed down, Sonomafied version of
himself.”" Girl, I couldn’t agree more! I’ve always loved a man who
knows how to dress trendy but in the simplest, most casual of ways. Ben
looks vulnerably hot in an army green woven with black, flat front,
chino shorts. Ben continually impressed me throughout Ashley’s season
with different styles of kicks, so it’s no surprise that he is wearing a
pair of what appear to be light blue Toms. And please, give me a
freaking break – how cute is that dog? Throw Ben in that unique looking
red truck and this look is beyond complete! GetzStyle tip:
Remember boys, having style doesn’t mean wearing the most expensive
designer brands. It means putting an outfit together that reflects your
personality. It actually turns me off a bit when a man talks about
expensive, designer brands.

The girls run around their new digs and through all the “ooohs” and
“ahhhhs,” I hear one of Ben’s girlfriends ask, ”Is this real life?” I
just wanted to clarify to her that no, it’s not. But that was cute.

Date #1: As real as it gets, minus the baton…

Kacie B. gets the first date and I couldn’t be more excited. I’ll
tell you what does not in the least bit excite me, and that is Kacie’s
disastrous attempt to put together the top portion of her outfit for an
interview with the producers.

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Check it out and take note to never, ever combine a crew neck and off the shoulder sweater. GetzStyle
Tip: Off the shoulder tops are sexy and a simple way to make your
casual outfit look hip. Wear this style of shirt either alone or with a
simple tank underneath it. I feel like the picture alone explains why
wearing a crew neck under an off the shoulder top looks bad. Other
than this major mishap, Kacie B. does have really cute style and I’m
sure she just threw that sweater on in the interview room because she
was cold? That’s what I’m going to tell myself. REDEMPTION:

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(BAD SHOT, BUT USE IT) I love Kacie’s ability to put together a
“Sonomafied” outfit. She is wearing a hip, brown leather jacket, over a
three quarter length striped shirt paired with black shorts and a
unique patterned scarf. GetzStyle Tip: This one’s for the
girls! Kacie threw together this cute little number and paired it with
the perfect shoe. A pair of tall brown flat boots. I know we LOVE
heels, but take into consideration the environment in which your date
will be in and the guy you are dressing for. The flats make her look
adorably sweet, and she also realizes they are going on a chill date in
Sonoma, so a skin tight dress and heels is probably the wrong way to go.
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The date starts off a little boring, but keep in mind that boring is
good for this show. As much as I love watching the drama and awkward
moments, I also love to see a normal date. Ben teaching her to play the
piano was really cute and Kacie B. showing off her inner geek through
baton performance was hilarious. OK, these two make a great couple.
Thoughts? As Ben and Kacie look at pictures and videos of their pasts,
I can guarantee every lady (and probably some men – trust me, I know of
a couple emotional ones that watch the show religiously) were sobbing.
I’m not an easy cry, and I was teary eyed. Ben has a great legacy to
carry on through his father who was clearly a remarkable man.

Group Date: Oh, Monica

Did anyone else notice Monica beat on her chest like an ape when her
name was announced to be going on the group date? Look out Blakeley,
looks like it’s mating season and you are a raw peace of vulnerability.
The girls learn they will be judged by a group of children on their
acting skills. I LOVE kids and think they are natural comedians so I
laughed myself to tears the entire time! They are all so cute!
Jennifer goes first and is asked to imitate a weasel. She does a
pretty good job!

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Maybe I’m just biased because this fair skinned beauty is wearing a
very cool top. I love the color choice for her skin tone and the bubble
sleeves add a classic touch.

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Emily says, “I am not sure I would be wearing that romper with the
tight fitted chest area in front of children.” Well, Emily, I am
positive I wouldn’t wear that romper even behind closed doors. That low
cut romper screams, “Take me home, Benny-boo!” Not, “I want to meet
your mom and mother your future child.”

The girls that stood out to me on this date were Emily, Nikki and
Jennifer. They were hilarious and rolled with the punches making light
of the moment. It’s early in the game, but I am going to coin Emily as
the girl I could see myself having the most fun with so far. This group
date was cute and really showed the playful side of Ben that we saw of
him on Ashley’s season when they painted the children’s orphanage. Ben
really lights up around children and that is a HUGE plus in my book.
Yay.

Odd behavior is taking place at the wrap party as Ben tells Blakeley
he liked her style BEFORE the weasel costume. This completely caught me
off guard and made me realize Ben may have paid a little more attention
to what the romper wasn’t covering vs. her “style!” What Blakeley wore
was off a mannequin. That romper wasn’t “style.” It was one piece, not
several thrown together. Her response to Ben asking how she, “does
that?” “I’m really blessed in some places and I didn’t know if that
would be okay for today, but I thought it was cute.” She is referring
to her cannon balls popping out of her romper. Blakeley and Ben
continue to cheers each other to her being “blessed.” (Referring to her
chest) I couldn’t help but wonder who was more offended, her plastic
surgeon or God.

Blakely continues to use her assets to lure Ben away from the group.
Meanwhile, Samantha is so irritated that she has to lock herself in a
stall and pout. EW I’m such a germaphobe, this made me cringe!
Samantha girl, you can’t let your emotions overcome you and ruin your
time with Ben! I will say though, I love watching how annoyed Samantha
gets with Blakeley. It’s cracking me up!

Date #2: Did Courtney really just reference what is the most
annoying word I’ve ever heard? Yes, she did. ”Winning…WINNING!”
-Courtney

Skippy! Scotch! Whatever your name is! I’m so happy you get to go on
a date with Ben and Courtney! Well, I sure don’t know what Ben is
doing to poor Snoopy here, but he did say he wanted to make him howl.
This is not the point of the picture…the point is Courtney’s outfit.

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This was my go-to outfit this past summer/fall. If all else failed,
I’d throw on white cut-off jean shorts, my Urban Outfitter denim button
down, and wedged ankle booties or cowgirl boots. GetzStyle Tip:
Guys love to see a girl dressed down. This doesn’t mean wear sweats
and a t-shirt. It means wear something basic and casual that says, “I’m
not pretentious.” You have got to show a guy your sweet, innocent side
before you start showing the side he may like in “other” ways.

Ok, Scout is stealing the show. He howled to let Ben know he was
chilly so he could get wrapped up in a blanket. I’m laughing so hard
right now! You guys have no idea!

Rose Ceremony: Bentley Bentley Bentley, Blakeley, Blakeley, Blakely

Every season, girls always whine about how unfair the process is. I
get about as annoyed at this nonsense as Samantha does Blakeley. This
is not a game and these girls need to realize that love is not always
fair. This isn’t grade school sports where everyone gets playing time.
This is Ben’s future and it’s up to him to decide who he wants to spend
it with. What these girls don’t understand is that Ben will make a
point to talk to them if he wants to. He knows they are all there. If
Blakeley steals him away for a convo AND she already has a rose, that’s
because she likes him a lot!

They say it’s not fair that she continue to talk to him because she
has a rose already, but that boggles my mind. Example: If I were in a
social setting and a guy and I hit it off, I wouldn’t say it’s unfair if
another girl came about way after I met him that night and stole him
away. I wouldn’t tell her that she has to give me equal conversation
time. Blakeley is shooting herself in the foot anyway by being way too
aggressive and trying to steal him twice at the party. Yeesh – make him
come to you girlfriend. Oh wait, she did – in the luggage room where
she was “hiding,” AKA seeking attention. From Jenna trying to convince
Ben that she is more of a guy than a girl (I BEG to differ) to Blakeley
cuddling with the luggage, this second episode successfully entertained
me.

Jenna, pull it together! I thought you were happy for a second
chance! Had Ben not pulled you out from under the covers, you would
have been late to the rose ceremony due to hiding and crying…AGAIN! I’m
so uncomfortable right now. Serious. I’m legitimately uncomfortable.

ARE YOU THERE POSSESSIONISTA? IT’S ME, NATALIE. AND I NEED TO KNOW WHO DESIGNED LINDZI’S DRESS.

The Good: So far Lindzi is not falling off the fashion saddle this season…

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From the dress to the jewelry to the shoe, Lindzi looks phenomenal in
a coral pink, one shoulder short cocktail dress. The design of the
dress is stunning as the fabric gathers from one shoulder down to her
high waist and puffs out slightly, hitting just above the knee. The
feather touch on the skirt is flirty and fun! The nude pump elongates
her legs in this short dress drawing attention to her toned stems. I
need to find this dress immediately!

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Courtney got a rose and already busted out white! Lace is a huge
trend right now and Courtney wore it well. I actually have this dress
in black! Brunettes look great in white, so Courtney made the right
color choice. GetzStyle Tip: There are many ways to
go wrong with lace, so be careful! You don’t want to wear something
that looks like a woman twice your age would wear. This dress fits her
shape and is short in length to show off her long legs. I got my black
version of this dress at LF in Manhattan Beach, CA.

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Blakeley loves to dress sexy, and this time she pulled it off. The
dress fits her like a glove, exposing just the right amount of cleavage
(well, compared to earlier). As for the romper, I’m still disturbed.
It’s going to take more than one great rose ceremony dress to make up
for that little shenanigan.

The Bad: Outdated styles, bling, and awful highlights, OH MY!

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Yick! I HATE bling, plastic and metal attached to dresses. Ericka’s
dress comes off so tacky to me! Unlike Lindzi’s, this one shoulder
dress is outdated. Not only does it NOT fit her correctly, it’s poorly
constructed. There is nothing flattering or sexy about it. It looks
even worse next to Blakeley’s hot LBD number.

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This is an example of how NOT to wear lace. I can’t even tell it is
lace because so many sequins cover it up! No, I am not a fan. I do
give her props for picking a good color choice! Dark hues of green
bring out color in blondes.

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I can’t begin to dissect this mess. It’s just not okay and the
matching armband set me over the edge. Furthermore, I never understood
the, “bleach blonde over black” hairstyle. It’s not that transparent in
this screen shot, but it’s pretty bad. She may as well be wearing a
nose ring. Someone give this gorgeous girl a makeover! I honestly never
caught this poor girl’s name because they didn’t even show her limo
exit and she barely talked!

Overall, there were some other unfortunate dresses and also some cute
ones, but these are the ones that really stood out to me on both ends
of the spectrum.

GetzStyle Award: Courtney wins the award this
episode due to the fact that she nailed day AND nightwear down. At all
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Also, she gets bonus points for drinking red wines during her “in the
moment” interviews! Favorite line? ”It’s like war out there…”- as she
swigs her wine, referring to the ladies during the cocktail party.

Honorable mention: Scotch

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Notice how Scotch allows the green blanket to drape over him, crossing just below his whiskers as he stares off into the creek.

So far in the “Bachelor Threads of Shame” vault:

AMBER’S YELLOW ZEBRA PRINT DRESS (episode 1) [You must be registered and logged in to see this image.]

KACIE B’S CREW NECK CARDIGAN COMBO (Episode 2) [You must be registered and logged in to see this image.]

BLAKELEY’S HOUSE OF “HORROR” ROMPER (Episode 2) [You must be registered and logged in to see this image.]

Most women get turned on by seeing a shirtless man on TV or perhaps
just an attractive man in general. I, on the other hand get turned on
by grapes. I just want to crush them and drink their juices until I
feel good inside. After seeing all this wine and grapes, I’m about
ready to get my Sonomafication on and bust this joint. Until next week
pals!

XOXO

Natalie Getz

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