It was bound to happen. We, as a society, have returned to the absolute apex of fashion absurdity. After decades of shrinking hemlines, plunging necklines, and the ever-present threat of sheer fabric malfunctions, we have finally arrived at what can only be described as the sartorial equivalent of a midlife crisis: the Butt Cleavage Dress.

Yes, you read that correctly. Just when I thought fashion trends couldn’t get any more ridiculous, here comes a dress that takes the age-old philosophy of less is more and applies it directly to the human rear end. Gone are the days of leaving something to the imagination—why suggest when you can just show?

At some point, someone in a designer boardroom decided that sideboob and underboob had exhausted their shock value, and the only logical next step was the grand unveiling of ass cleavage. A pair of perfectly good buttocks, once content to live their quiet, dignified lives in pants, skirts, or even—God forbid—sensible underwear, are now forced into the spotlight like an overenthusiastic party guest who just had to bring out the karaoke machine.

And you have to question, for what? Is this the bold future of fashion? Are we just moments away from the Full Moon Tuxedo? Will the next trend involve pants with a scenic back window, so we can all enjoy each other’s lower lumbar regions in broad daylight? What happened to mystery? To intrigue? To the simple joys of not knowing exactly where someone’s tan line begins?

I have so many questions. Who is this for? Who looked at a standard dress and thought, You know what’s missing? A tasteful butt slit? And how are we supposed to react to this in public? Do we pretend we don’t notice? Do we compliment the audacity? Do we acknowledge the asymmetry of cheek exposure? Is eye contact now obsolete in social interactions?

Fashion, of course, is about pushing boundaries. But at what cost? We have officially reached the point where covering your entire backside in fabric is considered quaint. If trends continue at this rate, I fear we’ll soon see pants that are just two leg warmers held together by sheer willpower.

With the return of the Butt Cleavage dress, one may question, how does this keep happening? I believe the resurgance can likely be attributed to a few key cultural forces:

Shock Value is Currency In the age of social media, nothing drives engagement like outrage and jaw-dropping fashion moments. A dress that practically requires a censor bar? Instant virality. A good example of this could be, Sheer and Nude Dresses – Celebrities like Rihanna, Kim Kardashian, and Bella Hadid made these barely-there outfits red-carpet staples. What was once a risqué statement is now just another Tuesday in Hollywood. Kanye West's wife, Bianca Censori, made headlines at the 2025 Grammys red carpet for her nearly nude, see-through dress, sparking controversy and discussion about the couple's fashion choices and relationship ironically. 

The Never-Ending Nostalgia Loop – Every questionable trend from the past eventually resurfaces, no matter how much we try to forget it. The early 2000s are back in full force, and unfortunately, so are the crimes against fabric restraint. Another example would be the return of Micro Mini Skirts, Inspired by early 2000s icons like Britney Spears and Lindsay Lohan, skirts so short they defy physics as well as Baby Tees, the tiny, shrunken T-shirts that barely cover the midriff have returned, reviving the Y2K aesthetic and the ongoing battle against fabric conservation. 

The High-Fashion Arms Race – Designers have exhausted every possible way to reveal skin—cutouts, sheer panels, sideboob, underboob—so now they’re venturing into new, previously uncharted… crevices.  Designers like Givenchy and LaQuan Smith have introduced dresses and pants that intentionally expose the wearer’s underwear, because why buy lingerie if people can’t see it right? Similarly with the popularity of the Microkini, bikinis have been reduced to thin strings and tiny patches of fabric, with some designs looking more like a suggestion than an actual swimsuit.

Celebrity Influence – If enough A-listers strut down red carpets looking like they lost a battle with a tailor, it won’t be long before fashion brands trickle it down to the masses. Another great example of this trend, Kylie Jenner, Cardi B, Paris Hilton (back in the day) can all be seen wearing head-to-toe branding. From Fendi prints to Louis Vuitton monograms, excessive branding went quickly went from tacky to trendy again.

The Illusion of Empowerment – Somewhere, someone is trying to convince us that walking around with exposed cheeks is the pinnacle of confidence and self-expression. Brands and designers push ultra-revealing trends (like the butt cleavage dress) as an expression of confidence. In reality, these trends often pressure people, especially women, into baring more skin to stay “fashionable,” not necessarily because they feel empowered doing so.

Perhaps it’s time to take a step back, pull up our pants (literally and metaphorically), and demand more from our clothing. Or at the very least, let’s agree that not every body part needs its moment in the spotlight. Because while trends come and go, dignity, my friends, is forever. What do you think? Will you be jumping on this backside buzz or will you sit this one out? Feel free to comment below.

CHRISTOPHER PETER CARBONE (56) 340 FLOWER AVE E. Apt 2 - Carbone is charged with Criminal Mischief in the Fouth Degree, Criminal Contempt in the Second Degree. The defendant did knowingly and intentionally damage a glass cup worth approximately one dollar and forty-eight cents using a curtain rod during a domestic incident. He is also charged with Criminal Contempt in the Second Degree, as he intentionally violated a Stay Away Order of Protection, against protected party Amy-Rae Hayes. Carbone was transported to PSB, processed and held pending arraignment.

KYLIE JEAN SNYDER (52) HOMELESS - Snyder was arrested  on the 500 block of Cooper St in the city on an Executive Bench Warrant out of City of Watertown court. She was transported to PSB, processed and held pending arraignment.

LILLIAN CHRISTINE SAMPSON (26) 1202 SUPERIOR ST APT.# G1 - Sampson is charged with Criminal Tresspass in the Second Degree & Harassment in the Second Degree. Reports state Sampson knowingly entered and rernained unlawfully in the residence of the victim, Kayla Sampson. Reports also state she shoved the victim, Kayla Sampsons face with an open hand causing the victim to fall onto a cabinet, during a domestic incident. She was transported to PSB, processed and held pending his arraignment.

MARGO LYNN LOWE (44) 511 COOPER ST. - Lowe was picked up at 511 Cooper St. on an Executive Bench Warrant out of City court. She was transported to PSB, processed, and held pending arraignment.

SARAH MARIE DOUGLAS (39) 138 W MAIN St. APT.#4 - Douglas was pulled over on the 100 block of W Main St. and charged with Aggravated Unlicensed Operation, Leaving The Scene of a Property Damage Accident, & Unsafe Lane Change. She was processed on scene and released with appearance tickets for city court.

ROBERT EDWARD BROWN (47) HOMELESS - Brown was arrested on a Executive Bench Warrant issued by Watertown City Court. He was transported to PSB, processed, and held pending arraignment.

New York -- The recent disclosure of an "emotional romantic relationship" between former New York Governor Andrew Cuomo and his top aide, Melissa DeRosa, casts a new shadow over Cuomo's already blemished reputation. This revelation, emerging amid Cuomo's campaign for New York City mayor, underscores a troubling pattern of ethical breaches and alleged abuses of power that have characterized his career.

Cuomo's tenure as governor was marred by numerous allegations of sexual harassment, with at least 13 women coming forward to accuse him of inappropriate behavior. The U.S. Department of Justice concluded that between 2013 and 2021, Cuomo and his staff engaged in a "pattern or practice of discrimination against female employees based on sex," involving non-consensual contact, ogling, and gender-based nicknames. Top aides were found to have retaliated against four of the women he harassed. 

Lindsey Boylan, a former aide, was among the first to accuse Cuomo publicly. She detailed instances of inappropriate comments and unwanted advances, including an unsolicited kiss. Boylan's allegations were met with a concerted effort by Cuomo's inner circle to discredit her. DeRosa played a pivotal role in this retaliation, coordinating the release of Boylan's personnel records to the media in an attempt to undermine her credibility. 

Brittany Commisso, another former aide, accused Cuomo of groping her at the Executive Mansion. She described the incident as a violation of her personal space and trust, stating that Cuomo "needs to be held accountable." Commisso's testimony was a significant factor in the investigations that led to Cuomo's resignation. 

Charlotte Bennett, a health policy advisor, alleged that Cuomo made inappropriate comments about her personal life, including questions about her relationships and discussions about his own loneliness. Bennett interpreted these remarks as sexual overtures. She later dropped her federal lawsuit, citing severe distress caused by Cuomo's aggressive defense tactics, which she claimed were funded by taxpayer money. 

Melissa DeRosa, as Cuomo's top aide, was deeply enmeshed in the administration's efforts to counter these allegations. Beyond orchestrating attacks on accusers like Boylan, DeRosa was part of a culture that suppressed complaints and fostered a hostile work environment. Her resignation in August 2021, following the release of the Attorney General's report, was a tacit acknowledgment of her involvement in these unethical practices. "When all of a sudden you’re combining kissing someone on the cheek and, or putting your hand on someone’s waist for a photograph and acting like that is harassment, or that in some way something that you should be calling for resignation on, then you risk not having more serious claims taken seriously." ​

These statements would seem to reflect DeRosa's viewpoint as being that some of the allegations against Cuomo were exaggerated or taken out of context, potentially inflating their perceived severity.

Another former Cuomo aide, Josh Vlasto, told the AG’s office on June 7, 2021, that DeRosa had confided in him about the relationship, according to an unredacted transcript of his testimony. “There was a conversation with Melissa where she told me at one point that she had an emotional romantic relationship with the Governor,” Vlasto said under oath, in a portion of the transcript that was later redacted by the AG’s office. “She said that to me. She said we had an emotionally intimate relationship.”

Vlasto said DeRosa told him that she and the governor “have not had sex and we are not crossing that line or something like that,” according to the transcript. According to Vlasto’s testimony, DeRosa asked him for advice in early March 2021, when she learned the Daily Mail was about to publish a photo of her and Cuomo having an intimate conversation over dinner. Vlasto said the governor’s brother, then-CNN host Chris Cuomo, was also looped in on the conversation.

The group planned to deny the existence of any relationship at the time. And DeRosa was considering whether to continue the relationship, Vlasto said, according to the transcript.

Despite this litany of misconduct, Cuomo has audaciously launched a campaign for New York City mayor. This move has been met with outrage from his accusers and silence from many top Democrats. Lindsey Boylan expressed feelings of betrayal, criticizing party leaders for their lack of condemnation. Cuomo's attempt to rehabilitate his image and return to public office not only disregards the trauma experienced by his victims but also highlights a systemic failure to hold powerful men accountable. 

Andrew Cuomo's pattern of sexual misconduct, coupled with his administration's aggressive retaliation against accusers, paints a damning portrait of a leader unfit for public trust. The recent revelations about his relationship with DeRosa further underscore the ethical void that pervaded his tenure. As he seeks to re-enter the political arena, New Yorkers must confront the troubling implications of his candidacy and demand accountability from those who aspire to lead.

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