Jihad on Natasha Mitra

Written by Word Of The Day on May 21st, 2007

Even though it isn’t Fatwa Friday, I’m about to raise the stakes a little bit after reading this article in the New York Magazine Look Book (via the Times Deal Book). I’m declaring a Jihad on Natasha Mitra, a 26 year old who graced the pages, purely on her merits as a conspicuous consumer and her abilities to embody all the traits of a vapid Manhattanite whore. Seriously, read this spiritless scorpion wenches answers to the interview questions:

Was the bag expensive?

Yes—about $3,500. I guess a lot of craftsmanship goes into it. Accessories for me are the key. I have about twenty bags, and I don’t know how many shoes. But they’re Vuitton, they’re Versace, they’re Gucci, and they’re Dior.

And your sunglasses?

They’re D&G. I was really excited to find them. They’re wild and crazy and different.

What do you do for a living?

I work in private equity. I love the sector that I work in, which is the consumer and retail group. It’s an area that I’m passionate about. I love to consume. Consuming is my specialty.

Who made you, and why? Regardless, it’s official from Imam Prose Before Hos — JIHAD ON NATASHA MITRA!

(http://www.autoadmit.com/thread.php?thread_id=635204&forum_id=2#8152511)

http://www.dailyprincetonian.com/archives/2002/05/02/arts/5119.shtml

Dress to impress for weekend of festivities

By Natasha Mitra

Princetonian Contributor

The “Indulge” Fashion show, held last Thursday, transformed the lawn behind Frist Student Center into a runway for the evening. The event, jointly hosted by PACT (Princeton Against Cancer Together) and AASA (the Asian American Student Association), showcased clothes from ten different designers, including Tommy Hilfiger, Nautica, Bisou Bisou, Armani and Anne Taylor. The models who graced the catwalk, selected from over 100 applicants based on their strutting style, were all undergraduates. Here, Teddy van Beuren ’05 sports E jeans. The event raised over $4,000 for the American Cancer Society.

The countdown is on for the glamorous gala event of the year. Not the Oscars . . . not the Grammies . . . Princeton houseparties! As you prepare to walk Prospect's red carpet — or red brick — here is your ultimate guide to the hottest spring and summer fashion trends of 2002. Keep the following in mind as you plan your attire for the biggest social event of the school year.

For the ladies . . .

Formal

Top haute couture designers are calling for a return to glamour. Intricate beadwork, lace borders, and rhinestone embellishments are adorning the gowns this season. Eveningwear is echoing a broader trend towards accentuating lines and curves with fitted bodices and soft silhouette fabrics. Spice things up with gold lame or opt for urban chic with monochromatic black or even a feminine take on the tuxedo. Strapless necklines reflect classic simple elegance, while cutout details, crochet work, and sheer black gathers add an edgier, more unique touch of flavor. Take cues from stars like Jennifer Aniston and Angelina Jolie and stand apart in a stunning fitted pantsuit with a plunging neckline. Seal your look with a crystal clutch.

Semi-Formal

The effect is delicate and romantic — skirts just below the knee with tiers of ruffles, full prairie-style circle skirts with frills, or skirts with ties and hem detailing. Pair any of these with a tailored corset top or a bustier. Flowing classic dance-length dresses in chiffon with asymmetrical necklines and hemlines have dotted the runways this season and copy the look for any semiformal event. The hottest accent: a butterfly. The hottest color: white. Makeup should be fresh and natural: accentuate either the eyes or the lips, but never both.

Lawnparties

This season's dominant daytime theme is the peasant or bohemian look. The goal is to create pastiche, a patchwork collage. Eyelet cotton fabrics, suede or leather perforated materials, fringes, and gauze peasant blouses capture the steamy summer look. Floral patterns are large and bold with minimal accessories. Colorful vertical stripes and large polka dots add a whimsical feel. Embroidery is all the rage on shirts and wide, low-slung belts. The base shades are neutral: browns, nudes and a range of whites. For skin, achieve a sun-kissed glow with bronzer and nude lips. Leather accessories are Santa Fe-inspired in warm, dyed hues. A fringed or buckled hobo handbag is the accessory of the moment. Designers are draping runway models with turquoise and coral jewelry and framing their faces with chandelier earrings. Sunglasses are oversized with rimless tinted or reflective lenses. The 1970s aviator shape has also made a resurgence. Strappy sandals with ties up the leg paraded across the summer catwalk propped on wooden and wedge heels, and may be the perfect piece to accompany your lawnparties dress.

And for the gentlemen . . .

Formal

Classic styles will ensure that you always look absolutely fabulous. Traditional cummerbunds and bow ties are timeless. As an alternative to the bow tie, designers are choosing a larger diamond stud. The vest in a three-piece tuxedo adds a channel for creativity. Simple vests in basic colors and geometric patterns are sleek. Tone-on-tone textured fabrics evoke a sense of understated elegance. Wear a three or four-button black suit with a crisp white shirt, full-length solid black satin tie, and cufflinks for modern Hollywood charm. As a rule of thumb: with a stainless watch, wear silver studs and cufflinks.

Semi-Formal

For tall men, the 2002 suit has three buttons, but only the middle button is fastened. Both singleand double-vented jackets remain popular for spring and summer, although double-vents minimize wrinkling when seated. GQ is showing spread-collar shirts rather than angled collars to avoid a "droopy" appearance. Broad ties (wider than three and a half inches) are reserved for guys with more massive physiques. Dress pants are unpleated this season and predominantly cuffed.

Lawnparties

Plaids and checks are en vogue for collared shirts. Button-down shirts with seersucker textures and rolled up sleeves epitomize relaxed classic. A chino safari jacket in worn khaki is this summer's most versatile piece.

Regardless of your choice of attire, dress with confidence and a smile. Allow your clothes to mirror your inner creative sense of beauty and you will be guaranteed a place in the house of style.

(http://www.autoadmit.com/thread.php?thread_id=635204&forum_id=2#8152535)

Monday, May 21, 2007

Persian Valley Girls at Carlyle

It's amazing how some people manage to squeeze through the cracks (or have rich daddies who hook them up). NY Mag just profiled Natasha Mitra who is an associate at Carlyle (after a stint at the Dirty Bear).

A few points:

1. That bag is so hideous that any socialite can just look at it to induce vomiting when she needs to purge. Your personal shopper was clearly trying to pawn you a shitty sample from last-last season's collection. Big was in maybe 3 years ago? And this thing is big enough to fit your nose (well, almost).

2. Clearly you spent all that money on the bag and wound up with no cash to get your nappy ass (it's OK to say because she's only brown) hair done so it didn't look like a used mop.

3. Your choice of Brands - for someone who works for a consumer group you clearly have no class and still go for the big logo names. Here's a hint, sweetheart - a real quality piece doesn't need to advertise its price with a big label because it's self-evident. Jigga said it best: "My chick burn it down Bergdorf's/Comin' back with Birkin bags/Your chick is like, "What type of purse is that?"".

4. Your sunglasses, to quote South Park are those "only Persians would like." Which I guess does make them "wild and crazy and different" - sort of like a rabid monkey in a clown suit.

(http://www.autoadmit.com/thread.php?thread_id=635204&forum_id=2#8152553)

want to blow the writer for the nappy comment.

(http://www.autoadmit.com/thread.php?thread_id=635204&forum_id=2#8152633)

Obviously.

(http://www.autoadmit.com/thread.php?thread_id=635204&forum_id=2#8152911)

are you sure she's persian and not desi?

edit: not that i particularly want to claim her as one of us

(http://www.autoadmit.com/thread.php?thread_id=635204&forum_id=2#8152587)

indian mitra: http://www.ece.ucsb.edu/Faculty/Mitra/

indian mitra: http://graphics.stanford.edu/~niloy/

edit: how could i forget! one of my favorite part-desi actresses out there (half irish half desi): rhona mitra (google it, tons of pages)

(http://www.autoadmit.com/thread.php?thread_id=635204&forum_id=2#8152627)

Associate1

The Carlyle Group

1001 Pennsylvania Avenue , NW Suite 220 South

Washington , Dc, DC 20004-2505

USA

Website: www.thecarlylegroup.com

Phone: (202) 729-5626

Fax: (202) 347-1818

Revenue: $7.6 Billion

Employees: 135,145

The Carlyle Group is a global private equity firm with $46.9 billion under management. Carlyle invests in buyouts, venture & growth capital, real estate and leveraged finance in Asia, Europe and North America, focusing on aerospace & defense, automotive & transportation, consumer &. More

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The Bear Stearns Companies Inc. (NYSE:BSC)

383 Madison Ave.

New York, NY 10179

USA

Website: www.bearstearns.com

Phone: 212-272-2000

Revenue: $7.4 Billion

Employees: 11,843

Bear Stearns Health Innoventures is a venture capital fund that invests in innovative early to mid-stage companies that have the potential to deliver better medicines or deliver medicine better.

(http://www.autoadmit.com/thread.php?thread_id=635204&forum_id=2#8152779)

hth

(http://www.autoadmit.com/thread.php?thread_id=635204&forum_id=2#8157989)