THE MAJORITY REPORT: MARCH 10TH, 2017

[maskormods]

THE MAJORITY REPORT: MARCH 10TH, 2017Beware the Ides of March! That day is coming up, and with the sudden imPlosion of guilt and regret, you can't tell what someone under duress is bound to do to you just to clean their own soul.

WHAT IS TREND CANNOT DIE
As seen in high fashion magazines, seen on TMI and imPort! Entertainment:
The world of American fashion has turned its eyes to Florida-based design house, House of De Marq, upon announcing a new design label STORMBORN X MARQ in collaboration with imPort, Daenerys Stormborn of the House Targaryen. "We are very excited and honored to be working creatively with Queen Daenerys," was reported in the House of De Marq's official press release this morning. "We shall navigate the liminal spaces of unreality through fashion, and seek inspiration beyond the parameters of the mundane. We shall create a storm of fantasy and fabulousity." Notoriously elusive head designer De Marq, who could not be reached for further comment, has taken to Bwitter, posting blurry images of model fittings, landscapes, and obscure selfies with the hashtags such as #EYEOFTHESTORM, #FASHIONANDBLOOD, #UNBURNTUNTAMED.

The label will contain high end evening wear and jewelry, along with ready-to-wear fashion for professional women, inspired by De Marq's Westerosi muse.

Daenerys, most noted for her social media presence and fashion commentary in imPort entertainment, spoke enthusiastically for the label's future. "There will be a launch announced later this month, I believe, previewing collections to come. Proceeds will go towards Through The Glass, a nonprofit organisation that provides low-income women with professional attire and other career advancement services. Donations towards such a noble endeavour are most welcome."

EAT THE WOO'D
As seen on TMI, THEMport Weekly, and imTV:
Sources are reporting that long-time imPort couple Frederick Chilton and Raina are engaged. Post-Valentine's pictures of Raina reveal her wearing what is definitely a diamond ring. After nearly two years of waiting, fans of the couple can only speculate how truly romantic the proposal was.

"Chilton's had years now to plan it out. I bet he serenaded her with a song written by Rincewind. Because Rincewind's like a bard or something, isn't he? Like, a really sad bard?" One such fan wrote on Bwitter. Others responded that in fact Rincewind was flutist.

And while the fan response to this news was overwhelmingly positive and supportive of the couple, there were a few outcries from disappointed Marchill and Raintess fans. It's no secret the two couples are close, and during the rocky period, Raina was reportedly staying at the Hotel Castile. This led fans to draw their own (often lascivious) conclusions. Both pairings have a small, but highly devoted fanbase.

But no matter which ship you sail, one thing can be certain. Raina has changed her FaceLook status from 'It's Complicated' to 'In a loving relationship.' And we certainly wish Raina and Frederick Chilton all the best. Perhaps we will end 2017 with yet another imPort wedding!

HEARTS AND RECREATION
As seen in entertainment news magazines:
MULTIVERSAL PICTURES' first movie based on imPorts, THE WORLD IS ENOUGH, which revolves around the romantic story of married imPorts April Ludgate and Will Graham, held a stern lead at the box office for the first two weeks of its release. Critics are torn, some reporting it's good popcorn-eating fun, others calling it "too focused on the romance, not enough using super cool powers."

The usage of animals in this film has caused minor controversy as well, surprising no one. FORTY SHADES OF OCHER, the highly anticipated sequel to THIRTY HUES OF BLOOD ORANGE proved the only other movie audiences cared to see enough to knock it down to second. It's now performing in third, just below FUNIONS, the kid's film about Funyuns who function in a minion-like role.
Due to this success, MULTIVERSAL PICTURES has announced they are looking into more imPorts with stories worth putting on screen, and there has been talk of adapting events and imPort tales for the small screen as well. Keep an eye out!

THE RED SETTING
As seen in local news:
It's here, it's there, it's everywhere: "bElish". That's the name you will see scrawled across the roads and sidewalks of Maurtia Falls, spray-painted in vibrant maroon and brick hues. Looks like there's a new vandal in town, and he (or she) is going to paint the town red. Is this an homage to Ambassador Baelish? A challenge? Is there a deeper meaning?

WEATHER OR NOT
As seen on the Weather Channel:
Hold onto your hats, De Chima! On Saturday, March 11th you were be witness to a totally bizarre tornado just outside the city limits. This has literally never happened before in recorded history.

CODE SWITCH
The Homeland Security Advisory System has moved from MAROON to GLITTER because Mabel Pines would have wanted it that way.

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Comments

[jalan]

I believe De Marq has it in mind to see if there are imPort women willing to walk for him at the party. There's likely a dress or two in that.

[trouvaille]

That'd be fun to do the once, too. I'm a bit short to make a habit of it, but I'd do a lot for good tailoring.

( she'd probably be more hesitant if 'have a modeling career' was a remotely realistic prospect in itself, but. she's five three. kate moss was considered short. she will not accidentally end up committed to something she doesn't want to do. )

It's a good choice of charity, as well. Thematic.

[jalan]

[ Please save her from being the only shorty on the catwalk, Gwen.

And then, less wry; ]

Thank you. I visited with their offices the other day -- I found it impressive. And I thought it best to choose something at least tangentially related to the event itself.

[trouvaille]

( they can hold hands in a sea of amazons. )

You always want something either relevant or with an established connection to your brand. If you're introducing a completely new idea that you're not associated with, you don't start with your own fundraiser unless you want to look like a prick.

[jalan]

My concern was that I didn't want to speak on behalf of a project I didn't have faith in, but appearances do matter. Particularly in this world.

[ She can't be an Instagram queen and fashion icon and think otherwise. ]

Is this sort of thing to your taste?

[trouvaille]

It dovetails nicely. Something you're comfortable speaking on, something that makes contextual sense. It can't be jarring or it looks shameless.

The charity or the clothes?

[jalan]

The charity. I expected the clothes to be of interest.

[trouvaille]

I like the - ( her lips purse to the side, deciding how to phrase it ) - the directness. The practicality of it. I don't care for the lack of visibility with a lot of charities - you have people donating to "breast cancer" and hoping that the money is funding medical research rather than the cost of pink dye - they weary people of the idea.

Something like this, you have visible, tangible schemes and results. People who want to be comfortable supporting your work and are going to do a bit of research for it don't have to get a fucking socioeconomics degree or whatever to do so.

[jalan]

I take your meaning.

[ She thinks, anyway. ]

Wealth seems to pass hands with greater ease, in this realm, than in mine -- but it's also as elusive as smoke. There were other organisations that purported to distribute its wealth beyond America's borders, for perhaps causes more dire than mine, but I've learned that unless I can walk among the people I wish to help, it makes it a difficult task to advocate on their behalf. Do you think that's so?

[ She doesn't know, honestly. Glossy brochures about poverty and water and disease were all a bit overwhelming. ]

[trouvaille]

( gwen will not (immediately) protest being ascribed nobler motives than are actually present. )

That's a complicated question. There's a bit of a - you don't want to just be the latest celebrity using a dying baby as a prop in a spot of poverty porn. Daddy usually -

( yeah you do sound like a grown adult )

That is, my father prefers to direct funding towards on the ground initiatives being put together and run by locals who understand their own needs. You know, amplify those voices.

( emeric actually cares about the causes he attaches his name to, which is the only reason gwen can discuss it quite so well. )

[jalan]

[ There is a moment of vaguely appalled at this first part, eyebrows raising, but listening. She tips her head to the side. ]

Then perhaps it is possible. It depends, I suppose, on the organisation in question.

[ Lightly, she changes topic. There is more she'd like to go into, but this is hardly the venue. ]

But I shall send for you, then, when fittings begin.

[trouvaille]

( it's pretty appalling. gwen's ability to drop gems like that into casual conversation is not great, either, but she is at least being helpful. )

Research is key. Lots of listening.

But I promise to be excruciatingly decorative for you.

[jalan]

The least we can do, really.

[trouvaille]

Luckily I don't think it'll be a huge challenge for us.

text; dh4z3 as usual

[nastygram]

u r also going 2 need a bigger bwitter following bish

text. she's learning.

[jalan]

Am I? I thought I'd done rather well.

proud of u dany

[nastygram]

rather well =/= slaying ok

what's your follower count rn

[jalan]

2,981

[nastygram]

omg baby

nb for a total newb but damn girl you can do WAY better and w/ 0 try
this shit is so formulaic it is sad

[nastygram]

PLUS ur hot

AND an import
gagging

[jalan]

If that is so, you'll have to share it with me. If for nothing more than your own satisfaction. :)

[nastygram]

trust me it takes way more to ~satisfy~ me than some rebweets on bwitter

that said i still got that shit on lock for you hom
and i am p stoked for your social media firestorm
we are going to game the shit out of this