Category Archives: Lifestyles

The 8 Most Offensive Asian Halloween Costumes

Posted on October 20, 2011 by Moye

Halloween is coming up and while most of us use this holiday as an opportunity to dress like sluts, a select number of people like to use it to dress up in the most offensive outfits. No, I’m not talking … Continue reading →

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Teruo Artistry “Stereo Invaders” Tee

Posted on October 20, 2011 by sachi

Everyone should remember Space Invaders–that pixelated time suck that involved shooting little aliens with your pew-pew lasers (fun fact: the aliens only got faster as you killed them off because the computer didn’t have to work as hard to animate … Continue reading →

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Mixed Race Families Still Get a Second Glance

Posted on October 19, 2011 by Tim

Even in an area as progressive as the San Francisco Bay Area, it’s not unusual for my family to get a second look when we’re walking into a restaurant, store, or other public area. My family is both mixed race … Continue reading →

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Tiger Mom Vs. Dragon Mom: New Ways to Talk Parenthood

Posted on October 19, 2011 by Mihee

If there is any topic that has some of the most extreme views and opinions, it’s parenthood. Parenting philosophies. Parenting methods. Parenting books. It’s seems pretty inexhaustible, and no doubt, incredibly overwhelming. So, of course, when anything hits the media … Continue reading →

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Handmade Blue Totoro Doll

Posted on October 19, 2011 by Guest Writer

Just because you grow old, it doesn’t mean that you have to grow up. Even if adults can’t see Totoros, you can always keep them around in the form of a plush. This 7″ Crocheted Blue Totoro ($25.00) is great … Continue reading →

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Charles Yu’s “How to Live Safely in a Science Fictional Universe”

Posted on October 18, 2011 by sachi

There is just enough space inside here for one person to live indefinitely, or at least that’s what the operations manual says. So begins Charles Yu’s debut novel, How to Live Safely in a Science Fictional Universe ($10.17). Yu is … Continue reading →

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Tiger & Dragon Mom Overload: Meet The New Chinese Mom Zodiac

Posted on October 18, 2011 by jozjozjoz

On the 8Asians internal mailing list, Moye shared an article from the New York Times called “Notes From A Dragon Mom,” asking if “Dragon Moms” were the new “Tiger Moms.” It’s no big secret that I’m totally over anything labeled … Continue reading →

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Akufuncture Guardian Lion Tee

Posted on October 18, 2011 by sachi

Okay guys, today it’s your turn. You have been oppressed by the wrap bracelet, the panda necklace, and the cute Monopoly set for far too long. Today, stand up proud and show off your suave Asian American manliness with this … Continue reading →

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Citrine Droplet Sterling Silver Necklace

Posted on October 17, 2011 by sachi

In an effort to calm down from the cute overload we’ve had in the past few days, we offer up this simple Citrine Droplet Sterling Silver Necklace ($40) by June Shin. The pendant comes on a 16″ silver chain, and … Continue reading →

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Grey Leather Strand Wrap Bracelet by Chan Luu

Posted on October 17, 2011 by sachi

It’s October, which means it’s finally cold enough to pull out our leather boots and put away the shorts. Autumn always seems like a more subdued season, which is why this Grey Leather Strand Wrap Bracelet ($225) seems like the … Continue reading →

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Goodies of The Month: Halloween

Posted on October 14, 2011 by sachi

Another month is here, so it’s time for Goodies of the Month! (GOTM!). Here are some essentials to help you prepare to celebrate Halloween: 1. Wendy the Witch Mouse Figurine: When it comes to Halloween decorations, sometimes it’s nice to … Continue reading →

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8Asians Talk About: The Re-Design of GASP! (And The Cars That Go Boom)

Posted on October 14, 2011 by Guest Writer

Our internal e-mail lists have us discussing all kinds of stuff: Asian American identity, representation in the media, the experiences of activism in an academia setting and its progression as we transition to the working, adult world. Sometimes, we have … Continue reading →

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