maskormenace | THE MAJORITY REPORT: MARCH 10TH, 2017

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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Flat | Top-Level Comments Only

Congratulations on your engagement! Have you put any thought into the dress yet?

[ You had better believe she is circling this topic like a vulture on a fresh carcass. ]

Thank you, Kanaya! I have tried on a few before Frederick even proposed, admittedly.

[ She laughs in sheepish embarrassment. What girl doesn't love to try on wedding dresses, though?? ]

But I haven't found anything solid. The ones with flowers either have too many on the dress or too little. And let's face it. Flowers are an absolute requirement.

Well, of course, that would be a given! Though, for a wedding gown, I should think you'd want the flowers to be more in the form rather than pattern.

Out of strict curiosity, [ and obviously not something to professionally base a design on, ] if you had to pick a favorite flower for the occasion, what would it be?

Oh goodness, that's like asking someone to pick a favorite child.

[ No, it's not, Raina. ]

I'm partial to nerium oleander, but if I had to say for the occasion? Perhaps white roses. Or white hydrangeas -- they are one of Frederick's favorite, so there would be something of a romantic element to those.

Of course, I wouldn't dare ask in general circumstances! Only for something very specific. White I also took for granted, given the occasion.

I guess at this point you'll want to determine where the balance lies between "too much" and "not enough". There aren't many ways to maintain a hydrangea's shape in a dress design that wouldn't lean towards the former, I think, unless it's only in embroidery.

What do you think about petals in the skirt or veil? [ Maybe even both. Possibly completely made of petals, she doesn't know. ] Actually, what sort of dress are you imagining, for that matter?

Well, you know me.

[ Raina says with a playful smile. Over-the-top when it comes to fashion and makeup would be fine by her! ]

But honestly, that's something I've been trying to decide -- whether I want something incredibly elaborate or something relatively simple. It's so easy to want the big flowing dresses and train that goes on for miles. But I almost think something a little form fitting would be better. Not tight -- flowing and wispy. When I imagine it, I'd like something with flowers along the torso and a modest, but still pretty train. And I'd definitely love a long veil. Something that is about as long as the train or even a bit longer.

[ Kanaya decides she's eased the door open enough, it's time to put a foot through it. ]

If you're interested, I could sketch out a few designs. I'd love to have you by the studio so we could share our ideas of what would best suit your purposes.

That would actually be very lovely. I've always admired your designs when I've seen them on others. And I could only imagine what you could do for my dress. And then, of course, the bridesmaids. I haven't even begun to pick out colors.

[ Or bridesmaids. Most of her closest girl friends have ported out by now. ]

[ Well hey, there's always Daisy. ]

Wonderful! I'll make sure to set some time aside for you, then. What's your schedule look like for the next two weeks?

Busy, but flexible. I can move and change things around to accommodate a meeting. Does a Tuesday work for you, early evening approximately?

I can certainly make a Tuesday work, especially in a case where I'm not the only one shuffling my schedule. If you have a preference on which Tuesday, I can leave that to you.

[ She might even have a florist roommate to recommend. ]

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