FAIL Of The Week: When Elf on the Shelf gets awkward

We're halfway through December, and you know what that means — Elf on the Shelf shenanigans are in full swing. But sometimes, well, inappropriate parents elves take things a little too far. These 37 naughty elves are not Santa approved.

1. This can't be hygienic Quincy the Elf better hope no one takes a middle-of-the-night potty break and forgets to turn on the light before letting it go.

2. Beware of the zombie elf-pocalypse In case the weird elf that moves around in the night doesn't creep your kid out, you can always have it being stalked by a walking dead doll.

3. This gives new meaning to the north "pole" Elf Chrissy Snow moonlights as an elf-xotic dancer when she isn't scaring the crap out of children.

4. On Dasher and Dancer and Prancer and... venison? This Texan elf is a gun-totin' member of the NRA, which we somehow imagine might not sit well with the Rudolph-loving children of the house.

5. Ho-ho-Homer is in the house If the company this Elf on the Shelf keeps is Homer Simpson and a bottle of whiskey, we're pretty sure he is headed straight for Santa's naughty list.

6. Chug, chug, chug... wait, what? This lush little elf enlisted two tropical Barbies to help him with a little binge drinking.

7. Well, this is awkward "You can't expect him to live forever with his sister and the nipple-twisting that goes on there."

8. This is what happens to an elf who is an Oilers fan Oh, Hudson, you can't hit the Crown every time the Oilers lose. That'll earn you a one-way ticket to Elf-aholics Anonymous.

9. We knew there was a flaw in this plan Seriously, who thought this would work out well?

10. This message is brought to you by Nicki Minaj We're not even sure what's going on here, but we're fairly certain it involves an elf, a Barbie orgy and some possible butt implants.

11. Tsk, tsk, tsk Clearly, no one told Carlos that you can catch cellulitis by using improperly sanitized hot tubs.

12. The most interspecies game of spin the bottle, ever The logistics here are kind of confusing, but still... Eeyore seems relieved they aren't playing pin the tail on the donkey.

13. Somebody get this elf a gastroenterologist, stat Fireball really did have some tummy issues. Perhaps he's lactose intolerant.

14. Got milk? Apparently if an Elf on the Shelf uses a breast pump, the byproduct is peppermint. Who knew?

15. Um, eww These parents clearly do not share our irrational germ phobias or gag reflex — we may never eat another chocolate chip again.

16. An elf after our own hearts While this elf is entirely inappropriate for the under 21 set, we sure do feel like we've found a kindred spirit in the little guy.

17. Ole! We're not experts, but this festive fellow appears to be a direct descendant of the piñata.

18. Santa's homicidal little helper Are we seeing this right? Is this elf murdering his marshmallow friends? How are the parents going to explain this diabolical peep show?

19. We feel ya, girlie We're not sure what's more disturbing — that the parents want their little girl to take a picture with an elf while it poops or that they don't think it might be a bit confusing for their daughter to see them pick up poop and eat it. At least she has her priorities straight.

20. Potty humor gone awry Aside from the privacy issues arising out of spying on poor Star while she poops, we're pretty sure the fact that her "peppermint patties" melted may be a cause for alarm.

21. Poor Bob If an elf loses his magic when the kids touch him, what happens when the dog tries to decapitate him?

22. You are so not funny, Ruby the Elf Ruby the Elf should give a little more consideration about where the kid of the house's loyalty lies before she stages an elaborate — and apparently heartbreaking — prank.

23. Option D: This elf business is for the birds Oh, to set a precedence for disappointment at such a young age... Nothing like failing to meet your kids' expectations and crushing their little dreams to kick off the holidays.

24. A different kind of Christmas package This is one present that was not crafted in Santa's workshop, that's for sure.

25. Mr. Tinsel Cane is the stuff nightmares are made of Who has time for cutesy notes about how Santa's watching? These parents went for the terror factor with thinly veiled threats from their inappropriate elf.

26. Elves gone wild Visions of sugar plums are certainly dancing through this elf's head.

27. When Santa's away, the elves will play Well, Christmas tree lights do have an alluring glow about them. Elves need love too, right? Still, these parents better be ready to have the birds-and-bees talk on Christmas morning.

28. We're guessing her name is Candy Points to the naughty parents who devised this R-rated vignette in a way that somehow manages to make objects as mundane as a paper towel holder and a candy cane feel seedy.

29. The Barbie-mobile has been defiled In this crime of passion, Barbie is totally complicit. Next year, they may need to borrow the nativity manger for a forthcoming bundle of Barbie-elvish joy.

30. He who holds the squirt gun is guilty Bratz... Barbie... Tinkerbell? Say it isn't so!

31. Someone's going to be angry in the morning Uh-oh. This naughty little Elf on the Shelf got shave-happy with a set of clippers, and it might earn him a one-way ticket back to the North Pole.

32. Too much? Christmas is a time for R and R. Unless you ask this Christian Grey wannabe elf. If you ask Charlie, Christmas is a time for S and M.

33. Ruby's got 'tude And, well, Ruby's 'tude has turned into poo. In a shoe.

34. Someone's been watching too much Dexter Creepy? Yes. Overboard? Probably. But, admittedly, we've gotta give these parents props for attention to detail in staging Sir Elfington's shenanigans.

35. Break the internet Cheecha the Elf beefed up the holiday spirit this year in true Kim Kardashian fashion.

36. For those who don't enjoy sleep Because, seriously, can you imagine trying to get any shut-eye with this creepy little guy around?

37. This could derail potty training, for sure If the parent in charge of this elf's goal was to scare the shit out of everyone, we'd say mission accomplished.

Find out if Jennifer Aniston's groping skills measure up

Charlie Day only has one complaint about working with Jennifer Aniston on their upcoming film, Horrible Bosses 2, and it has nothing to do with Aniston's acting skills.

Aniston, who plays a sex-addicted dentist in the sequel to the 2011 comedy, gets a little, er, touchy-feely with Day. He told E! News at the movie's Los Angeles premiere what was the hardest part about being groped by a huge star like Aniston.

"The fact that it's fiction!" Day dished. "That for me it's a fiction... She's getting paid to do it!"

It sounds like he's pretty over it though, because he added, smiling, "It's not the worst thing in the world."

Day also spoke about his Oscar-winning co-stars in the film, which opens Wednesday. Jason Bateman and Jason Sudeikis are returning from the first film; Christoph Waltz and Chris Pine are newcomers.

"I remember the first movie, I think I was the first one to agree to do it, and I didn't know who was going to be cast, and then I couldn't believe this incredible Oscar-studded cast," Day gushed. "We have two more Oscars with Christoph Waltz now! I'm always thrilled just to be working with these people. They are all great people, both on- and off-camera, so I think that's another reason why it was easy for us all to come back and work together."

And Day, who recently joked on Conan that he has a "shrine" to fellow star Zac Efron in his house, touched on his friendship with the Neighbors star.

"We are neighbors, we are buddies. I was just texting him, actually," Day said. "We don't hang out too much because we're both pretty busy, busy guys, but yeah, he's been over to the house. He's a great guy and I don't actually have a shrine, but I do get some of his fan mail, so maybe I should make that shrine."

Day may not have a shrine to Zac Efron (yet), but maybe he'll be building one to Jennifer Aniston soon.

Baby names from Scandal

Not every TV show has baby names ripe for the picking, but Scandal is loaded. Storytelling this intricate needs memorable, standout character names, exactly what you want for your baby girl or boy — whether you're a Scandal fan or not.

Scandal follows the life of former White House Communications Director Olivia Pope, who now runs a crisis management firm. What is that even? Basically, if you're a big player in politics, the lady's got your back. Murder mysteries, multi-level conspiracies, love affairs — this show brings the drama like only Shonda Rhimes can. Just watch it, if you're not. In fact, I cannot think of a better show to marathon through the last leg of pregnancy — not to mention keeping yourself entertained in the early weeks of all-night baby feed-a-thons.

Baby name inspiration from the main characters

So much baby name potential in this main cast! The writers went with fresh, modern names perfect for today's babies. Even the actors have eye-catching monikers.

Olivia Carolyn Pope: known as the best "fixer" in Washington D.C. (Kerry Washington) Abby Whelan: an investigator for Olivia's consulting firm (Darby Stanchfield) Quinn Perkins: a young lawyer and associate at Olivia's firm (Katie Lowes) Huck: a former CIA agent who works computer tech at Olivia's firm (Guillermo Diaz) Cyrus Rutherford Beene: White House Chief of Staff (Jeff Perry) Fitzgerald "Fitz" Thomas Grant III: President of the United States (Tony Goldwyn) Melody "Mellie" Grant: First Lady of the United States (Bellamy Young) David Rosen: Assistant U.S. Attorney (Joshua Malina) Jake Ballard: Captain in the U.S. Navy (Scott Foley)

Bad-ass baby girl names from Scandal These ladies don't own the screen like Olivia Pope, but they've appeared in an episode or two. We adore the name Josie — nickname of U.S. House member Josephine, played by Lisa Kudrow — as a given first name. You could even shorten it to Jo for added sass.

Striking baby boy names from Scandal These dudes get in some trouble, but who even cares when their names are so incredible? We are willing to overlook their many transgressions if it means your little man gets to be an Emmett or Langston. We threw in a few surnames — so hot in baby boy names — for good measure.

Disney's Ursula just did a #breaktheinternet photo shoot of her own

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Ursula, the villain from the timeless classic The Little Mermaid, took to her own publication, Water, and one-upped Kim Kardashian with a nude photo of her own.

"Break the Ocean Ursula," is what the caption reads under the giant purple squid image as she smiles for the camera. Ursula perfectly mimics Kardashian by holding up her tentacles just under her super-large bottom, which is in fact about twice as ample as the reality star's own. The background is painted in all purple, made to match Kardashian's own rose-colored backdrop in her photo shoot.

Destined to ruin your and/or your kids' memories of the famed classic mermaid tale, artist Olga Andriyenko at least spared Water magazine readers the horror of seeing Ursula head-on naked. That could prove to actually break everyone's eyes, as who knows what lies beneath those curling tentacles of hers.

At least we can be thankful that for The Little Mermaid's 25th anniversary, Andriyenko opted to display Ursula's and not Ariel's behind, as that would have definitely destroyed our lovable character forever. Whew!

We do think, however, that Ursula definitely does Kim K justice with her pic, and she's legitimately fair competition for the internet photo-obsessed diva.

This, of course, was not the only #breaktheinternet spoof done of Kardashian's infamous ass photo. Other famous folks, such as Ellen DeGeneres and wife Portia de Rossi, opted for a hilarious imitation photo of their own, using images of their heads imposed on Kardashian's behind. And, they may use it as their Christmas card, of all things. Next, not surprisingly, was Chelsea Handler, who actually posted a photo on Instagram of her own bottom.

But, I have to say that the favorite spoof of all goes to Ursula, she really nailed it, hands tentacles down. 

One Film Festival Is Introducing an 'F' for Feminist Rating

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It looks like the film world is in for another much-needed feminist shake-up. The Bath Film Festival, which opens this Thursday, has introduced a new "F" rating, which will be given to movies that feature a strong female lead, director, producer or writer.

According to the Daily Mail, the festival organizers hope this decision will provoke a conversation about gender bias in the film industry and the noticeable lack of films featuring multi-faceted female characters.

Of the 42 films being shown in the festival, only 19 have achieved an "F" rating, and they include widely anticipated women-centric movies like Wild starring Reese Witherspoon and Testament of Youth starring Alicia Vikander.

But the exclusion of certain films, rather than their inclusion, is what's most likely to provoke a deep discussion on what it actually means for a film to be "feminist."

"There's quite a lot of films with significant female roles that don't pass the Bechdel test,” Holly Tarquini, producer of the Bath Film Festival, told the Daily Mail, of the test from cartoonist Alison Bechdel that requires two females to talk about something other than a man. “Gravity is the classic of course where Sandra [Bullock] plays such a strong character in the film, but doesn't speak to another woman. “

Critics might say that's a bit harsh, given that Bullock speaks to very few people in the film, and, when she does, it isn't exactly to complain about shoes or her tumultuous love life. To say that a film is only feminist if it includes two women talking about something other than men might strike some as rather stringent, but these are exactly the type of questions Tarquini hopes to raise.

Tarquini is also trying to highlight more than just the gender divide on-screen; she knows that there’s just as much work to be done off-screen before any semblance of equality can be achieved.

“If you speak to people in the film industry they will claim there is no gender inequality, yet only 4.7 percent of the films coming out of Hollywood last year were directed by women which is just staggering,” she told the Daily Mail.

As of now, industry members seem divided on whether the movement will be embraced or mocked, but there’s one thing that everyone can agree on: the new rating will certainly start a vital dialogue regarding sexism in the world of cinema.

Lingerie You Can Wear in Real Life, Not Just for Sexy Time

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Lingerie You Can Wear in Real Life, Not Just for Sexy Time

When you're lingerie shopping, steer clear of any pieces so elaborate that even attempting to fit them under your outfit would be hopeless. We prefer these sexy options, all comfortable enough to be worn outside the bedroom. Why would you want to do that? Because there are times when revealing something sexy you've had on all through dinner is just the spice that date night requires.
Behind Bars
Whenever you have multiple straps on a garment, you get kind of a bondage vibe, no?
Green With Envy
Rich mossy green is an alluring color choice, and the skinny belt at the bottom of this top highlights your waist.
A Twist on the Basic
If your underwear drawer is heavy on the black, that's OK. Familiar shapes and colors can feel new with a cutout up top.
Sexy Champagne
Large-busted women can get all the support they need while still rocking something seriously sultry. This dainty lace overlay hides smart construction.
Underneath It All
A wintry date night calls for a chunky sweater dress, tall boots, and something super steamy underneath. All that coverage means you can rock high-waisted briefs and a matching bra with skinny straps.
Femme Fatale
You know that scene in every sexy movie ever in which the siren wiggles out of her evening gown and reveals underwear that's sinfully chic? This is your version of it.
Feeling Quite Cross
Take advantage of a high-neck blouse or dress by picking underpinnings that wouldn't work with a skimpy summertime look. The crisscross frontal straps of this bra feel like a puzzle worth solving.
Blue Beauty
Femininity is showcased at its best with pale cornflower blue and delicate lace. Wear both together for a romantic effect when the clothes come off.
Lady in Lace
Total lace construction is sensual but also crazy comfortable. Without underwires or stitching, you could put this pretty pick on in the morning and still be comfy-sexy through after-dinner cocktails.
Color Duet
Sometimes the less you wear, the more comfortable you are. This itsy-bitsy bra and thong set doesn't leave much to the imagination, but it's still totally functional for regular use.
Sexy and Strong
Bras built for full busts don't have to be unattractive. Certain brands are cleverly designed and offer support in romantic prints and sweet accents like lace.
A Perfect Fit
Sexy and simple, black lace is the material of choice for many a lingerie set. If you're planning on a hot date after a long day of work, be sure you've got a set that fits perfectly and will feel comfortable while taking care of business before the fun stuff.

British fashion brand JD Williams launch their own take on Victoria's Secret's Perfect Body campaign

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British fashion retailer JD Williams has created their own lingerie advert, in response to Victoria's Secret's controversial 'Perfect Body' campaign.

The American underwear brand caused outrage last week, when images promoting their new bra hit the Internet, showing a line of toned and tanned Angels posing with the slogan 'The Perfect Body' plastered across their midriffs.

ictoria's Secret's controversial Perfect Body campaign

JD Williams has now launched a #PerfectlyImperfect campaign, hoping to promote healthy body image and encourage women to embrace their #FavouriteFlaw.

"We have a responsibility as a retailer to promote positive body image to our customers and that means being representative of women in the UK," a spokesperson for the company reportedly said.

While we TOTALLY appreciate the fact they've made an effort to broaden the spectrum of women featured and agree it's definitely improvement, we still can't help feeling they've missed the point a bit.

Aside from the hashtags, the image itself features a disappointing lack of diversity, aside from two slightly more fuller-figured women.

We'd have loved to have seen a wider range of ages, ethnicities and body shapes - like this fantastic photoshoot.

Still, anything that encourages women to have healthy, happy attitudes towards their bodies is a good thing.

Meanwhile, a Change.org petition calling for Victoria's Secret to apologise for and amend their Perfect Body campaign, has received over 25,000 signatures.