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It’s Time To Stop Photoshop

It’s Time To Stop Photoshop

October 13, 2011 No Comments

In the name of a flawless face and a perfectly packaged product, Photoshop comes to the rescue. But in the process the picture is altered and unrecognizable from the original. In one (now famous) ad, Julia Roberts no longer looks like the woman we know and love despite the age lines that now appear on ...

My Virtual Boobs

My Virtual Boobs

May 10, 2011 1 Comment

Yes, I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again. A handful really is enough. I’m not trying to be politically correct or anything, but I really do love women in all shapes and sizes. I tip my hat to all those big racks out there and embrace small chests too. Cute and va-va-voom. Both ...

What Are You Packing, Boys?

What Are You Packing, Boys?

October 11, 2010 No Comments

Men spend their lives labouring under the delusion that size matters. Now Marks & Spencer is cashing in on that oldest of anxieties. For those who sport an empty boxer, they are offering “frontal enhancement” underwear. An “integral shelf” results in a 38% “visual enhancement in size.” “These pants provide a real confidence boost for ...

Labour Guilt From A Dad-To-Be

So, we’re having this baby.  It’s due in a few weeks and we’re trying to get organized with all...

The 40-Year-Old Japanese Virgin

I recently heard about what is claimed to be the rising phenomenon of Japanese men remaining virgins for longer...

The Ladder Conspiracy

Ladders. Patriarchal conspiracy. I’ll explain… This week I climbed a ladder. I was trying to reach a loft space,...

Watching Porn During Sex Is A Turn-Off!

Dear Madame X, My boyfriend needs to look at porn while we have sex. It bothers me because I...

Repressed Sexuality And Feminism

Mrs. Dalloway is yet another feminist classic that I had to grow into. Wrapped up in Woolf’s instantly recognizable...

A Jolly Good Beer Festival

Last week saw a Big Thing come to our soggy little island. Well, it was a Big Thing for...

Lingerie For The Masses

Last weekend I was entertaining a guest, you know, the sort I was planning to have lots and lots...

The Brave Kick-Ass Disney Princess

All little girls want to be princesses… right?! It’s bad enough that toy aisles are separated out by what...

Mooncup Menstrual Cup