You Smell Like Dinner - Part 1 of 2 - Les Femmes

Episode Synopsis: Will you all hate me if I confess that this was the first full episode of True Blood I've ever seen? I blame you guys. Why didn't anyone TELL me this show was so good? I am officially hooked, what with Jason all tied up to a grungy-looking bed the entire episode, while Crystal drifts in and out then finally proclaims that they need to "make a baby" BUT only after he becomes a panther...ouch. Bill has some flashbacks to the 80s and his punk-rock time--glad we got out of that era. Lafayette and Jesus are now part of a Wiccan coven which ends up doing some strange things to Eric. And Sookie, well...she seemed to just be getting back in to the groove of things after everyone pretty much thought she was dead. 

Let's start off with my favorite look of the episode. Sookie's little denim (or is it chambray?) dress and mustard yellow cardi was also Kim's choice for best outfit in the mini-recap, and I couldn't agree more! The mustard yellow is the perfect complement to the blue dress. Cute and casual.

Flashback to the Queen. Long live the Queen! Except for that one time when she died. If I was going to be shot by multiple S.W.A.T team guys, I would so want to go down in something inspired by Dior's New Look. Fierce but classy, what more can you ask for? 

Luna weerrks this dress. It may be a little too body-con for day, but it's perfect for for seducing someone no matter the time of day. And she's got that amazing Pretty Little Liars hair. Loose, wavy, and full. Plus killer gladiator heels. See my face? This is my jealous face.

Speaking of seduction, Katerina didn't need to do much of that with Bill. She's on...his security detail, was it? Uh-huh. I think the only thing she's securing are his nether regions. Here's her sweet blue blouse with a vamp-eater teddy underneath and a cozy olive sweater and woven belt to put on when she's been booted.

I have selected Pam as one of my favorite characters. She'll be getting a plaque in the mail. But seriously, anyone who can deliver dry one-liners while rocking a tight red, sequined mini-dress is tops in my book. Sure, it's slightly costume-y, but wearing costumes seems to be her thing.

See, another costume. Alyson showed us a glimpse of this last week...here it is again in all its badass glory.

Tara is teetering on the verge of yawn, but luckily she spices this outfit up with that big ol' belt buckle. Sassssy!

Bill had two flashbacks this episode. In this first one he meets Nan in a dark alley...in the 80s. Guys, I'd time travel for her jacket. If it hadn't been for the blue eye shadow, poofy hair, and ginormous earrings, this could totally pass as one of Serena van der Woodsen's many fabulous cold-weather looks. 

Another one of Bill's flashbacks, another memory of Nan. Wow, she's really under his skin, huh? Here she surveys the Queen-killing in a constrictive leather coat and slicked-back hair...an outfit worthy of an assasin.

Back in the present, let's pop in on the coven! Never in my life have I seen so many iterations of denim, batik, and general hippy-ness. Marni looks slightly less frumpy than last week, however. Baby steps...

Speaking of frumpy...it was hard to get a shot of Crystal, but here you go. Is she frumpy? Is she sexy? Is she strung out? I vote "D" - all of the above.

Jessica, on the other hand, is definitely sexy in her electric blue corset top. Her only accessories are a simple gold bracelet and a look of shame.

You Smell Like Dinner - Part 2 of 2 - Les Hommes

Lafayette may give Chuck Bass a run for his money in this sumptuous silk robe. It's purple and printed! I'm surprised Chuck didn't run in during this scene and steal this. Then again, running seems beneath Chuck Bass. He'd have one of his people do it.

(Please forgive my Gossip Girl and Pretty Little Liars references, I'm used to recapping GG and PLL, and apparently I'm a creature of habit...)

Hmm, Lafayette might get the Favorite Character plaque instead. I mean, this dude is hard core. Is that a bedazzled Judith Leiber skull on his belt? Is it for storing his false eyelashes? Does she even make such a thing? In any case, I like it. Nice to see someone having a lot of fun with their wardrobe on this show. 

Bill, being King looks good on you! Check out his super sharp suit, with a hint of royal purple from the shirt. Well played.

According to Kim's mini-recap, Eric is usually perfectly coiffed and this bed-headness is a rare look for him. Gotta say, I think I prefer his hair this way...much less menacing without all that goopy gel.  

For a guy, that I notice, we mostly see au natural, Sam looks quite comfortable in a utilitarian button-down and jeans. I'm going to risk being a city snob and say that I'm equally surprised that this country boy has clothes that fit so well. Ah, stereotypes...they save time.

Crystal's Panther Friend Phil is wearing a vintage Iron Maiden t-shirt. At first I thought it was Transformers, and was all set to be impressed with their uncanny timing. But it's not, so I won't.

We end on the Plaid Family. So, I'm getting that plaid shirts are a big style statement in Bon Temps. Are they standard issue?

"Welcome to Bon Temps. Here's a wreath of garlic, a wooden cross, and some plaid."

Mini Recap: You Smell Like Dinner

Things in Bon Temps just keep getting weirder...and that's saying something

Plaid Shirt Count = 3

Country Girl Chic of the Week
Leave it to Sookie "sweet-smelling-blood" Stackhouse to bring the cute each episode - she gets my vote again. Her denim halter dress is a little like something I would have worn when I was 10 years old, but it works - especially with her lovely, natural waves and mustard cardigan. Mustard is an apropos topper for such a rare delicacy, wouldn't you say?

Philosophy ala Vamp
"I am the King of Louisiana. I don't have to ask for permission" - Bill Compton (can't really argue with that, can you?)

Best "Uh-Oh" Moment
Crystal and friend shifting into panthers to feed on Jason and (in her words), "make a baby". Ok, I have seen "Wild Kingdom" and I've read National Geographic, but I never knew panther mating rituals were so twisted. Also, I don't see how eating Jason's entire body will make him into one of them. One would need some major plastic surgery afterwards, and Jason's face and body are so pretty already.

Biggest Shocker
Marnie's little supernatural stunt somehow erased Eric's memory, leaving him wandering the side of the road with no shirt and un-gelled hair (the horror!). Like The Hangover: Back to Bontemps. See, that's what happens when you live life fast and hard, Eric. Eventually you find yourself not knowing who you are or how you got there, and figuring out what to do with the tiger hiding in your bathroom. I think this is life's way of telling you to slow down and re-align your karma. Take note.

Come back on Wednesday for your full serving of this episode, c/o Kate!