> ## Content Index > Fetch the complete content index at: https://go-fug-yourself.ghost.io/llms.txt > Use this file to discover other available public pages before exploring further. # Fugs and Pieces, May 2 2014 - URL: https://go-fug-yourself.ghost.io/fugs-and-pieces-may-2-2014-05-2014/ - Published: 2014-05-02T21:00:43.000Z - Updated: 2014-05-02T23:27:11.000Z - Author: Jessica - Tags: Fugs and Pieces, #wp, #wp-post, #Import 2026-10-07 07:39 Obviously, we're all on HIGH ALERT for Prince Harry Shenanigan Stories this weekend [(and discussing The Break-Up, and any number of royals-related items in this week's Royals Round-Up](https://go-fug-yourself.ghost.io/royals-round-up-may-2-2014-05-2014/)), but while you wait: \-- This week's WHO WORE IT BEST[ pits Martha Stewart's gold capri pants against those of JOE MONTANA.](https://www.vanityfair.com/online/daily/2014/04/who-wore-it-best-martha-stewart-joe-montana?ref=go-fug-yourself.ghost.io) (Vanity Fair) \-- This is amazing. Hat tip to [Doree Shafrir's Twitter for this](https://twitter.com/doreeshafrir?ref=go-fug-yourself.ghost.io), perhaps [the best obit I've read in years.](https://www.nytimes.com/2014/05/01/sports/walter-r-walsh-dies-at-106-terrorized-gangsters-and-targets.html?ref=go-fug-yourself.ghost.io) A taste, with the opening paragraph: "Walter R. Walsh, a world-class marksman who shot clothespins off laundry lines as a boy and went on to become an F.B.I. legend in shootouts with gangsters in the 1930s, an Olympic competitor and a trainer of generations of Marine Corps sharpshooters, died on Tuesday at his home in Arlington, Va. He was 106." It it beautifully written, and thrilling and also very sad. It's a hell of a read. (NY Times) \-- You are going to love this: [20 Curious Victorian Words and Sayings](https://www.smittenbybritain.com/20-curious-victorian-words-and-sayings/?ref=go-fug-yourself.ghost.io). Some of these are so good and we need to bring them back. For example, "PODSNAPPERY: This term describes a person with a 'wilful determination to ignore the objectionable or inconvenient, at the same time assuming airs of superior virtue and noble resignation.'" (Smitten by Britain.) - Sooooo, we should probably discuss the Clooney engagement, yes? (Although we have talked about it on Twitter.) Good for George for realizing his[ bride-to-be is a major catch: extraordinarily accomplished and smart](https://www.people.com/people/article/0,,20791492,00.html?ref=go-fug-yourself.ghost.io). We are proud, and if we're not invited to the wedding, we will be ENRAGED. [People, of course, has a shot of the ring. It's HUGE.](https://www.people.com/article/george-clooney-proposal-details-amal-alamuddin-engagement-ring?ref=go-fug-yourself.ghost.io) (People) \-- And the AstroTwins -- who write my favorite astrology site -- [have a very fun piece about how Intern George's betrothal was written in the stars](https://astrostyle.com/george-clooney-taurus-marriage/?ref=go-fug-yourself.ghost.io). (AstroStyle) \-- Pajiba has helpfully put together a[ Summer 2014 Blockbuster Survival Guide](https://www.pajiba.com/guides/a-2014-summer-blockbuster-survival-guide.php?ref=go-fug-yourself.ghost.io). (Pajiba) \-- Speaking of, Vulture is really doing the Lord's work here: Summer Movie Preview 2014: [Before and After Pictures of Actors Who Got Superhero Buff.](https://www.vulture.com/2014/04/before-after-pictures-actors-who-got-superhero-buff.html?ref=go-fug-yourself.ghost.io) (Vulture) \-- Forever Young Adult put together what they're calling [the Ultimate YA Checklist](https://foreveryoungadult.com/2014/04/28/ya-checklist/?ref=go-fug-yourself.ghost.io). (Forever Young Adult) \-- Sure, this week was the 10th anniversary of *Mean Girls*, but [so was it the 10th anniversary of Debbie Downer.](https://www.thewire.com/entertainment/2014/05/remembering-every-second-of-debbie-downer-ten-years-after-her-debut/361518/?ref=go-fug-yourself.ghost.io) WAH WAAAAH. (The Wire) \-- Speaking of *that*, Alyssa Rosenberg [at the *Washington Post* argues that Ms. Norbury is the REAL hero of *Mean Girls*,](https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/act-four/wp/2014/04/30/why-tina-feys-ms-norbury-is-the-real-hero-of-mean-girls/?ref=go-fug-yourself.ghost.io) and I am inclined to agree. (Washington Post) \-- Yikes. [Dolce and Gabbana are going to jail for tax evasion. ](https://stylenews.peoplestylewatch.com/2014/04/30/dolce-gabbana-going-to-jail-appeals-denied/?ref=go-fug-yourself.ghost.io)Pay your taxes, people.(People StyleWatch) \-- *Allure'*s red carpet reporter on the [trials of having to track down a white tie for Monday's Met Ball.](https://www.allure.com/beauty-trends/blogs/daily-beauty-reporter/2014/04/finding-white-tie-formal-wear-for-met-ball.html?ref=go-fug-yourself.ghost.io) (Allure) \-- Yes, did we mention the Met Gala is Monday? It celebrates Charles James -- oh, the ladylike dresses! Be still my heart -- and *Vogue* points out, some of the frocks in question are crazy heavy. [Like, as heavy as five baby French bulldogs.](https://www.vogue.com/vogue-daily/article/charles-james-heaviest-dress/?ref=go-fug-yourself.ghost.io#1) (Vogue) \-- Sadly, *Ladies Home Journal* is no more. [The Cut salutes its glamorous early years](https://nymag.com/thecut/2014/04/remembering-ladies-home-journals-early-years.html?ref=go-fug-yourself.ghost.io). (The Cut) \-- Ooh,[ the V&A has what looks like an amazing wedding dress collection on display now](https://www.theguardian.com/fashion/gallery/2014/may/01/wedding-dresses-at-the-va-in-pictures-kate-moss?ref=go-fug-yourself.ghost.io). People in London, go and report back to us! (The Guardian) \-- Surely you are interested in seeing a picture of [Grace Jones hanging out with Chris Evans](https://www.laineygossip.com/Grace-Jones--Jeremy-Renner--and-Chris-Evans-at-Battersea-Power-Station-Annual-Party-in-London/30109?ref=go-fug-yourself.ghost.io). (Lainey) \-- Or [Benedict Cumberbatch in his reading glasses. ](https://www.celebitchy.com/363529/benedict%5Fcumberbatch%5Fsuited%5Fbespectacled%5Fin%5Flondon%5Fwould%5Fyou%5Fhit%5Fit/?ref=go-fug-yourself.ghost.io)(It's your weekly Cumberlink, to quote my friend Marissa). (Celebitchy) \-- Or [Posh Spice celebrating her birthday with Baby Spice.](https://www.hellomagazine.com/celebrities/2014042818472/victoria-beckham-posts-social-media-snaps-of-london-birthday/?ref=go-fug-yourself.ghost.io) (Hello!) \-- Let's relive some of [Kirsten Dunst's stylish movie moments](https://www.whowhatwear.com/kirsten-dunst-birthday-best-movie-moments-style-spring-2014?ref=go-fug-yourself.ghost.io). I miss you, Kiki. Please make a giant movie so you can make the rounds again. (Who What Wear)