This is the thread where the fringster comes back with teeth - Page 88

Mmmm, Burger (C.J.) · 08-07-2009, 12:01 PM

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Originally Posted by greatwhitenorthchick

As a tribute to John Hughes, he should do an 80's movie series.

Pretty neat "tribute" trailer for Ferris Bueller.

greatwhitenorthchick · 08-07-2009, 12:06 PM

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Originally Posted by Fugee

I could see Hank as Michael Anthony Hall in either Breakfast Club or Sixteen Candles. It suits him.

Hank has never bagged a babe?

Flinty_McFlint · 08-07-2009, 12:21 PM

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Originally Posted by greatwhitenorthchick

Hank has never bagged a babe?

Sure he has, his girlfriend. In Canada.

Fugee · 08-07-2009, 12:33 PM

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Originally Posted by greatwhitenorthchick

Hank has never bagged a babe?

According to Mrs. Hank.

Hank Chinaski · 08-07-2009, 12:43 PM

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Originally Posted by Gattigap

These are the kinds of suggestions that lead to Hank-as-Molly-Ringwald. I weep for the future.

the decision to make a new Hank-tar is quite detailed.

3 or 4 times a week, i receive a suggestion. We send it to Korea to have a mock up prepared. If the avatar shows promise at that point, I upload it into a tweak of the Sims 4 I made to see how it's accepted, then in front of focus groups, etc. until it eventually debuts here.

I had to move to this because of the weird feedback some of the avatars attracted, like when I used the Hitler one everyone* just ignored me, or when I use the Bea Arthur, wonk sends me dirty pms; the Police man- Thurgreed rails at me all the more. It's not as simple as it looks.

*everyone but Flinty. Flinty is nice to me when I have the hitler avatar up. wonder Why? rhetorical

greatwhitenorthchick · 08-07-2009, 01:14 PM

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Originally Posted by Hank Chinaski

the decision to make a new Hank-tar is quite detailed.

3 or 4 times a week, i receive a suggestion. We send it to Korea to have a mock up prepared. If the avatar shows promise at that point, I upload it into a tweak of the Sims 4 I made to see how it's accepted, then in front of focus groups, etc. until it eventually debuts here.

I had to move to this because of the weird feedback some of the avatars attracted, like when I used the Hitler one everyone* just ignored me, or when I use the Bea Arthur, wonk sends me dirty pms; the Police man- Thurgreed rails at me all the more. It's not as simple as it looks.

*everyone but Flinty. Flinty is nice to me when I have the hitler avatar up. wonder Why? rhetorical

Well, I am still looking forward to Molly Ring-Hank.

ltl/fb · 08-07-2009, 01:18 PM

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Originally Posted by greatwhitenorthchick

Well, I am still looking forward to Molly Ring-Hank.

my strong intestinal fortitude, drive, and apparently will to live (HEAR THAt?!?!?!) prevent me from commenting. Just had to note I seem to possess those things.

Hank Chinaski · 08-07-2009, 01:20 PM

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Originally Posted by ltl/fb

my strong intestinal fortitude, drive, and apparently will to live (HEAR THAt?!?!?!) prevent me from commenting. Just had to note I seem to possess those things.

straighten your blouse.

Gattigap · 08-07-2009, 01:47 PM

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Originally Posted by Hank Chinaski

the decision to make a new Hank-tar is quite detailed.

3 or 4 times a week, i receive a suggestion. We send it to Korea to have a mock up prepared. If the avatar shows promise at that point, I upload it into a tweak of the Sims 4 I made to see how it's accepted, then in front of focus groups, etc. until it eventually debuts here.

This outsourced development and foreign test-marketing process helps explain why Chinaski is so popular in Singapore and Paris, but so underappreciated here.

It also helps Sidd deal with the aftershocks from seeing Hank's jpeg showing up in his recent read of Le Monde.

Mmmm, Burger (C.J.) · 08-07-2009, 01:50 PM

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Originally Posted by Gattigap

It also helps Sidd deal with the aftershocks from seeing Hank's jpeg showing up in his recent read of Le Monde.

I'm waiting for Putin-esque Hank.

ltl/fb · 08-07-2009, 02:03 PM

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Originally Posted by Hank Chinaski

straighten your blouse.

I'm wearing a T-shirt. Fuck you.

Tyrone Slothrop · 08-07-2009, 02:58 PM

WTF?

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You may not be able to attend Harvard, but now at least you can wear the clothes.

University fashion ranges typically consist of nothing more than scratchy jumpers and polo shirts emblazoned with a crest and the wearer's comedy nickname. But Harvard, the oldest university in the United States, does things differently.

Founded in 1636, the university's alumni include Barack Obama, John F Kennedy and Franklin Roosevelt.

Now Harvard is offering a range of clothes to match its image.

The collection, Harvard Yard, is named after the park at the centre of the campus, in Cambridge, Massachusetts. It is made up of preppy American classics – think tailored chinos, Liberty prints, short-sleeved check shirts, striped blazers, waistcoats, knitwear, coats and loafers.

The pieces will not, however, be emblazoned with the university logo. Instead the institution's colour, crimson, will feature as subtle trim on button holes and zips. Prices are out of reach of most students, starting at $165 (£99) for a pair of trousers, and going up to $495 for a coat.

Inspired by pictures of students lounging in Harvard Park in the 60s, the range taps into the current vogue for preppy fashion that has seen UK brands like Jack Wills doing well despite the recession.

John Fowler, the creative director of the line, said: "It's a style that has become current again and not just with the American consumer. We think Harvard Yard will have global appeal."

Harvard has signed a 10-year licensing deal with the garment manufacturer Wearwolf Group.

Jeffrey Wolf, the firm's executive vice-president, told the online fashion site WWD.com: "We thought Harvard had a rich and authentic connection to this particular style."

The brand plans to expand into womenswear and childrenswear later.