First off, I know these shows do not depict the real New Jersey. And I acknowledge that people have been insulted and embarrassed by these shows.

With that said, I have to admit I can’t get enough of these New Jersey shows. Fist pumping, GTL (Gym, tan, and laundry), and hair poufs, these “guidos” and “guidettes” have established a place in television history.

(Cast of Jersey Shore)

MTV first noticed the popularity of the garden state back in 2003 when they did an episode of True Life: I have a Summer Share which featured twenty somethings living on seaside for the summer. This episode became one their most popular, which led to True Life: I have a Summer Share 2, True Life: I’m a Jersey Girl, and then to the ever so controversial Jersey Shore in 2009. This show created so much negative buzz, it actually caused ratings to boost, making Jersey Shore one of MTV’s most popular/watched shows (Season 2 coming July 29th!).

(Cast of Jerseylicious and Jersey Couture)  

Thanks to their success, shows like Jerseylicious on Style Network and the new Jersey Couture from Oxygen are popping up. These shows might not last past next year or Jersey Shore might become MTV’s new Real World. With characters like “The Situation” and “Snooki”, all I can say is I’ll be there on my couch watching the insanity ensue.

Happy Birthday Lindsay!   

Armed with Flowers and Birthday Cake, Lulus.com celebrates one of our beloved customer service reps’ birthday. Lindsay is always positive and is always willing to lend a helping hand. From all of us here, we wish her a very Happy Birthday! Have a fabulous day Lindsay!

Mad Men star Elisabeth Moss, looked stunning at the L.A. premiere of her new film Get Him to the Greek. Here she is with Mad Men co-stars John Slattery and John Hamm, with girlfriend Jennifer Westfeldt.

Moss will be playing the role of Daphne Binks, graduating med student and girlfriend to co-star Jonah Hill. I love Moss in Mad Men and can’t wait to see her on the big screen! Make a date to see Get Him to the Greek which releases this Friday, June 4th!

Photos curtesy of People Magazine and entertainment i.e.

With a decadent double chocolate cake and a roomful of smiles, we wished one of our prized customer service reps a very happy birthday today! Shandi graces each day here at Lulu*s with her cheerful disposition and love for style! We love you Shandi!! Enjoy your day (and left over cake! yum!!)

Ok, so I have a little thing for cute animal clips. The one with the cat playing the piano, or the baby panda sneezing…I love ‘em all. If you’ve got a tender heart for cute critters too, then you’ll coo over the video below. Meet the adorable orphan sloths of Aviarios del Caribe sloth sanctuary in Costa Rica. Wonderful footage taken by Amphibian Avenger.

Meet the sloths from Amphibian Avenger on Vimeo.

Happy Wednesday Everyone!