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A Look Back at Jared Leto’s Style Evolution

TheMan — Wed, 01 Apr 2015 01:41:58 +0000

Jared Leto – a man whose face you will never forget. That’s because you won’t be able to identify him any other way! Lead singer of the rock band “30 Seconds to Mars” and the winner of an “Oscar” for his role of the trans-diva battling AIDS in the film “Dallas Buyers Club” changes his styles so often that one can think the band steadily changes their soloist.

Of course, all the artists from time-to-time change their appearance due to their getting new roles or acquiring a stage image; but Jared is unique in all this – something else to behold. Leto is nothing else if not diverse in all his manifestations. For 43 years Jared Leto tried all sorts of hairstyles that affect a variety of lengths and colors. And for the sake of participation in film productions with such directors as Darren Aronofsky, David Fincher and Oliver Stone, Leto with incredible self-denial gained 60 pounds for the role of Mark David Chapman in “Chapter 27”, then dropped 30 to 40 pounds to play the transsexual with AIDS in “Dallas Buyers Club,” teasing the movie goer’s imagination with an unbelievable 100 pound swing in his weight between the two films.

Looking back some 20 years, we decided to show Leto the actor and his musical styles from the romantic lady killer (1994) to the Karl Lagerfeld (or Draco Malfoy) look for 2015.

What image do you like the most?

In 1994 Jared was in search for work and moved to Los Angeles. He made do with casual part-time jobs as a model. Later he was noticed by the Hollywood agent and became an actor. His first role was in the teen series “My So-Called Life.” Leto played a young man Jordan Catalano who won ladies hearts with his beautiful blue eyes.

In the cult film by David Fincher, Jared Leto played a member of Fight Club, nicknamed Angel Face. (1999)

The famous image of a drug addict Harry Goldfarb in “Requiem for a Dream” directed by Darren Aronofsky became, simultaneously, a springboard for novice actor Leto in a big movie and a nightmare for fans of the handsome Jared they had come to adore with those baby-blues that just oozed sex appeal. For the first time in his career Leto had to lose a few pounds – a focused actor, he refused to eat and have sex to prepare for the role. (2000)

Brutal cornrows? sure, why not. The actor continued his bold experiments with hair for the role in “Panic Room” (2002)

Right after the movie Jared dyed his hair blonde. Was it a tribute to Kurt Cobaine? (2003).

A year has passed and already our famous actor transformed again from the true rocker to the sweet hottie starring in “Alexander” directed by Oliver Stone. After such graceful images, the rumors began circulating in the mainstream media claiming Leto was a homosexual. (2004)

Getting tired from movie experiments the musician chose the sad rocker image as he began spending more time on concerts and writing new songs. (2005)

Releasing super-successful hits like “From Yesterday” and “The Kill” on his second album was terrific for fans. “A Beautiful Lie” however, seemed to trap him and his band in a wave of teen-emo geeks! The David Cassidy of the 2000′s Yikes!!! (2006)

Deciding to pay more attention to his acting career, Jared gained more than 60 pounds for the role of John Lennon’s killer in the movie “Chapter 27″. Leto was simply not recognizable! (2006)

Pale skin, messy hair, tired look…. In 2009 the famous rock star was working on the album “This is War” which became one of the most successful collection of songs during the entire decade. This one is definitely my favorite.

PUNKS NOT DEAD. They say Terry Richardson (famous outrageous photographer and old Leto buddy) was the one who suggested such a punk style and shaved Jared’s head! The hairstyle was called MARShawk by the singer himself (2010)

It became obvious that the rock star is obsessed with changing his image when he dyed his hair blue the same year.

Jared Leto once confessed that he chooses his outfit right before going out on stage, so pretty often it becomes a disaster. I wonder how long it takes him to choose a new hair style?… (2011)

In 2012, tired of being a “nice guy” or the proverbial sweet-faced “punky teenager” Jared finally goes brutal with a long beard.

Getting into character for another big role Jared dropped almost 40 pounds to make his image close to the character. Slicked back and no eyebrows – that’s the Leto style at the end of 2012.

“Fashion may go out of style but style never goes out of fashion.” Jared’s Jesus look is definitely the most memorable one. (2014)

Well, one could think Leto stopped torturing his hair and changing his style as he’s had the same image for almost 2 years, but he surprised his fans again. Blonde is obviously becoming popular this year with Kim and Jared changing their hair color to correspond to the Karl Lagerfeld look. I always like the “Lager-blond look – not sure I think it fits Leto’s persona however.

I’m sure, it’s not the end of his bold experiments. What do you think his next look will be?

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He made his mind up! Dermot O’Leary whips off Bucks Fizz’s Cheryl Baker and Jay Aston’s skirts during 24hr dance-a-thon

TheMan — Fri, 13 Mar 2015 22:54:41 +0000

He was challenged to dance for 24 hours in aid of Comic Relief.
So Dermot O’Leary was given some fun things to do during the gruelling dance-a-thon to keep his spirits up with the help of celebrity friends.
And on Friday afternoon, Bucks Fizz performed for the X Factor presenter, and allowed him to whip Cheryl Baker and Jay Aston’s skirts off just like they used to do back in their pop heyday.

Whipped off! Dermot O’Leary pulls off Cheryl Baker’s during Bucks Fizz’s performance at his 24hr dance-a-thon for Comic Relief

Classic: The band famously removed their skirts during their performances in their pop heyday

Dermot’s Day of Dance for Comic Relief kicked off on The One Show on BBC One, while BBC Radio 2 and the Red Button are following his every step and shimmy.
He danced for 24 hours and raised a staggering £643,336.

Tugged: The band reformed and let the classic bit be performed by Dermot on Friday

Skirting the issue: Jay Aston also had her skirt torn off by Dermot

Hot stuff: She was soon holding her skirt in her hands as her red sequinned hot pants were revealed

Back together: Cheryl, Mike Nolan, Bobby G and Jay supported Red Nose Day in raunchy style

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12 Ways To Bring The Sexy Back To Your Relationship

TheMan — Fri, 16 Jan 2015 03:37:57 +0000

1. Up The Kinky

Upping the kink factor in your relationship can actually be a great way for those of us who are more vanilla to break out of shells and experiment with something new. It can also be a way of feeling closer to our partner.

“This being said, there may be behaviors that you are just not open to doing and that is OK too,” says Dr. Kat Van Kirk, a clinical sexologist, marriage and family therapist, author and host. Partners should have enough sensitivity to work you into these behaviors as well as be ok with some hard and fast boundaries. Many people into kink have learned to be very good negotiators sexually as very few people have exactly the same proclivities.

2. Relax

Relaxing allows you to be more aware of your sexual energy, enhances sexual feelings, and frees you up to respond sexually, says Tina B. Tessina, Ph.D., psychotherapist and author of Money, Sex and Kids: Stop Fighting about the Three Things That Can Ruin Your Marriage.

For example, allow time for morning sex when you are still relaxed from sleep, or after a nap. Save some water by showering together sometimes and let nature take its course. Maybe summon up your teenage hormones and try some naughty petting in the backseat of your care after date night. Whatever you do, just go with what feels natural, and make sure to have fun. That’s what great sex is all about.

3. Write A Dirty Story

Many men get off on porn, ladies on erotica—but we all love a bit of scintillation. Make it more personal with a service like Hoochy Mail Service, suggests Denise Beauregard, owner of Urban Intima Inc., an online intimate apparel retailer.

Hoochy mail is a free online erotic mail service that allows users to customize erotic stories written by the sender to the recipient. They can be romantic, sexy, or off the wall. If you were to send this to your significant other (his personal email only please, no need to peak an employers’ curiosity) well, let’s just day this move can make a man come straight the hell home.

4. Sexy Surprises

Most occasions, we send flowers, candy, maybe a teddy bear. Kick things up a notch with a delivery like Spicy Subscriptions, which discreetly delivers fun and flirty romantic surprises to your door. Every month you’ll be treated to romantic gifts, fun toys, massage oils, lingerie and more, which you can then “try out” together!

5. Communicate

The best beginning for a lovely sexual encounter is a good, honest and open conversation, says Tessina. When you were new lovers, you talked and sex was easy. Frequently make time to “catch up” with each other over an unhurried dinner or breakfast. Express your hopes and dreams, clear the air, and you can both relax. From there, it’s not such a long distance into the bedroom.

6. Sexy Scavenger Hunt

Select 12 items to hide around the house unbeknownst to one another and write out your clues. As each one of you find a clue you take a roll of the dice and do the roll, says Beauregard. The possibility of 24 acts of love and lust minimum, what thrill and this does not take into account any of the main events.

7. Be Flexible

Physical agility can be helpful, but emotional flexibility will really
improve your sex life, says Tessina. The longer you and your partner are together, the more you need options. Quickies are great fun when you’re pressed for time, and morning hanky panky can make the whole day more exciting. Take things up a notch with a touch of role-play, says Tessina.

Act out all the silly, forbidden or exciting fantasies like nurse and patient (or doctor), children “playing house”, famous movie star and adoring fan, or your two favorite characters from a soap opera, novel or movie. If you feel a little silly, laughter will only make it more fun.

8. The Key Is Give & Take

Open a dialogue about what really turns the both of you on and don’t do it while you are in the middle of having sex. Be honest about what scares you and why. Lots of people who think of BDSM assume that it’s all whips and chains but in actuality there are a whole spectrum of behaviors from mild spanking to light bondage with silk ties.

“It is both partners’ responsibility to be gentle and really know what they are doing; while remain opening and communicating their needs. For instance, most people in the kink community know that it is the “bottom” or the person having things done to them that is actually in control of the play,” says Dr. Kat.

9. Evaluate The Situation

If you removed all of the negative self-talk from your head, are there situations that titillate you, even a little? Some guys feel the need to get over the idea of feeling threatened by a woman who is kinkier than he is. Some are afraid of being judged by others if they ever found out and some, well they are just not wired that way.

“Once you’ve looked at your fears, I always suggest trying something new. If you don’t like it, you can always communicate that. I find that most people don’t know what they are missing though. Once you can learn to open up sexually, often times you feel emotionally more connected as well just by sharing the experience,” says Dr. Kat.

10. Touch Me

If you’re thinking “the idea of sex is nice but I’m way too stressed to get there,” get your partner an aromatherapy massage candle to slow things down and heat things up, suggests sexologist Emily Morse, host of the podcast Sex with Emily.

Just light the candle and let it make a nice pool of warm luxurious massage oil (it’s not waxy or hot), then drip it from a foot above those body parts (yours or your partner’s) that need special attention. Start massaging the oil into the skin and go from there. You can even use them on my self as a body moisturizer every day.

11. Play

The couples that play together, stay together. Once you put away the Monopoly set, pull out a sexy board game to get you going and get you in the mood, says Dr. Morse. Try the Love or Lust board game, if you want some flirty fun or the Bondage Seductions Game if you’ve been wanted to kink things up.

1. Get Buzzed

A vibrator will enhance your sex life with or without a partner. You can get one to enhance your solo time and find those other pleasure spots, like the Fifi for extra G-spot stimulation or try Lifestyles’ His and Her pleasure massagers, which provide wonderful vibrating stimulation for men and women, says Dr. Morse. Ring in the New Year with a buzz, not a hangover.

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