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SLAVE LEIA OUTFIT

Carrie Fisher hated the metal bikini she had to wear as Jabba’s prisoner.
The famous “Slave Leia outfit” from Return of the Jedi was as uncomfortable as it was revealing. Parts of it were made of rigid metal, making it nearly impossible to move or sit normally. Every time Carrie leaned back, the costume would shift and expose more than intended, so the crew had to constantly fix it between takes.

Over time, the outfit—originally meant to sexualize the character—became an iconic (and very controversial) symbol of the saga. Carrie despised it, but with her signature biting humor, she took ownership of it and made sure everyone knew Leia was more than just a pretty face chained to a giant slug.



When Disney bought Lucasfilm, they began "cleaning up" the franchise’s image—and the golden bikini was one of the first things to go. For years, it had been a pop culture symbol (and a recurring fan fantasy), but Disney’s new direction wasn’t having it. In 2015, they stopped producing official figures, posters, and merch featuring the outfit, and many online stores pulled it from their shelves. The official line? They didn’t want to sexualize such an important female character… even though they’d been selling exactly that for decades.

The Slave Leia look even made it to Friends. In one of the show’s most iconic scenes, Ross tells Rachel that his biggest fantasy is seeing her dressed like Princess Leia—with the infamous bikini, of course. What starts as a punchline ends up confirming that the look had officially reached pop culture status, right up there with the most recognizable Halloween costumes.



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THE PHOTOGRAPHY OF NICK HALLING

Nick Halling lives in Essex, where his life and career revolve entirely around photography. Driven by an unwavering passion for capturing the human essence, he specializes in portrait and model photography, applying a distinctive approach that highlights the personality and emotions of his subjects. His portfolio spans both color and black-and-white photography, utilizing each style to craft powerful and meaningful images.



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TED TALKS

TED Talks (short for Technology, Entertainment, Design) are those short but punchy presentations — usually under 18 minutes — where smart, interesting people share ideas they believe are “worth spreading.” And to be fair, a lot of them actually are.

They started back in the '80s as a half-tech, half-artsy kind of event, but really blew up in the 2000s when the talks were posted online for free. That’s when it all went viral. Now there’s TEDx — local versions popping up in cities everywhere, with speakers of all kinds: scientists, activists, artists, teachers, ex-cons, even kids.

The talks are super polished, both in content and delivery. Everything is packaged like it’s the idea that’ll change your life. Sometimes it is. Sometimes... not so much. But the format hooks you: good storytelling, clear messaging, and a closing punch that leaves you thinking (or reposting it to look deeper than you actually are).



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ALEX TSARFIN 2K25

If you've been visiting ALRNCN for a while, Alex Tsarfin's name probably rings a bell by now. Today's post marks the fourth time I've shared this photographer's stunning work, and he just keeps outdoing himself year after year. Come in, take a look, and see that I'm not exaggerating in the slightest.



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THE EROTIC TOUCH OF ALEXEY CHEPIK

Alexey is a Russian photographer who’s been focusing on nude art since 2018. Over the years, he’s done tons of photo sessions, but has only shared a small part of his work so far. Now he feels it’s the right time to finally show the rest to the world.

One thing’s clear: you won’t find any random or spontaneous shots in his portfolio. His approach is all about chasing beauty and aesthetics in every frame—each image is carefully crafted, loaded with visual emotion and a distinct sense of style.



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THE INSTAGRAM OF THE DAY: SAFFRON

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