Kelis Trotting the Streets

5/13/2010 05:28:00 PM Posted by Christina


Hot or not?
While I typically love Kelis's style, something about this look is throwing me off. Thoughts?



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First Look: Rihanna's Glamour Mag Photoshoot

11/03/2009 12:42:00 AM Posted by Christina

Glamour named Rihanna its 2009 Woman of the Year. Here's a first look at her photoshoot...





During the interview, Rihanna reveals everything from her relationship woes, to becoming a style icon overnight. Check it out here.
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Get the Look: Rihanna's Rick Owens Leather Jacket

10/12/2009 09:35:00 AM Posted by Christina

Rihanna was spotted in shopping a few days ago in this fab Rick Owens jacket...




Rihanna has really embraced the strong shoulder trend, as she has been seen wearing various dresses, jackets and tops with the same structure. She paired the jacket with black skinny jeans, black knee-high boots, and a black hat with chain accents.

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Celebs Love Florals: Angela Simmons Roughs Up Florals + Paula Patton in Chris Benz

10/06/2009 11:46:00 AM Posted by Christina

Daddy's Girls star and young fashionista, Angela Simmons was recently spotted in this tough-girl ensemble...



She paired her floral mini with black combat boots, a leather jacket and knit hat. I love the sweet girl look with edge. Get her look at various price points and from international retailers here:

And Paula Patton looked fab at the NYC premier of the Milton Hershey School documentary in this one-shoulder dress from the Chris Benz Fall '09 collection...

She kept it simply chic with suede pumps and minimal accessories. Love it! Get a similar here:


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Get the Look: Rihanna in Marc Jacobs Sweater Dress

9/30/2009 01:49:00 AM Posted by Christina

Speaking of Marc Jacobs, Rihanna was spotted in this sweater dress from his Fall' 09 collection. When I saw the shoulders, I knew it was from Marc Jacobs!



She is ready for fall with Marc Jacobs. Get the look for less with these fab finds:


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Christopher Kane for Topshop!

9/19/2009 09:37:00 AM Posted by Christina

Remember the huge frenzy when everyone was wondering where Rihanna got the dress with the gorilla's mouth covering the front? Well, the dress was from British label, Christopher Kane...
Since then, everyone has been trying to get their hands on a Christopher Kane piece. Well they are giving us a bite at a much cheaper price, through their collection with Topshop...







These edgy pieces will always keep you ahead of the curve. Go now! The pieces are already selling out.

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Fashion Week Spring '10: Ohne Titel

9/12/2009 07:33:00 PM Posted by Christina

So today was crazy fun! I had a fabulous time at the Ohne Titel spring '10 presentation...

The pieces were amazing! A mixture of fitted dresses and skirts, and slouchy pieces, all in neutral colors like beige, black and red-orange...




And the best part of the show was meeting Kate Lanphear!


I asked her for a photo and she replied, "Of course!" She was so sweet and looked fab in a teal top, black blazer, black skinny jeans and black platform boots. The reason why she is my style icon!

Here's what I wore the shows today...

Faux leather jacket (Forever 21), t-shirt (Forever 21), skirt (Zara), booties (Aldo), bracelet (Hot Topic)

More to come!
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Get the Look: Angela Simmons at Fashion's Night Out

9/11/2009 11:12:00 AM Posted by Christina

The Simmons sisters attended Fashion's Night Out for their Pastry collection. Angela looked simply fab in a black studded blazer, and pink and black fitted top, black skinnies and black platform pumps...



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Fashion Week Video Fab: June Ambrose at Fashion's Night Out

9/11/2009 10:46:00 AM Posted by Christina

June Ambrose was running rampant last night for Fashion's Night Out. She looked adorable in a glamourous tux: a shimmery blazer, black bowtie, white button-down and black trousers. My inpsiration! Check out this video of her in the Sonia Rykiel boutique...



"Haute pepper approved!"


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Style Batte: Adrienne Bailon vs Rihanna

9/10/2009 09:51:00 AM Posted by Christina

So Adrienne Bailon was spotted at a party at the 40/40 club in NYC last night in this white lace Bailmain top, black harem pants, and silver lace-up sandals. Rihanna was spotted a few months back in the same top, paired with a black-and-white-striped bandage skirt and simple black pumps..

So...who wins the style battle?


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Rihanna's Fleet Ilya Handbag

9/10/2009 12:41:00 AM Posted by Christina

Rihanna was recently spotted in this armored over-the-shoulder Fleet Ilya handbag..

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Fleet Ilya is an edgy accessories label based in London. The line consists of corset harnesses and futuristic waist belts, edgy handbags and cuffs. A Fleet Ilya piece is the perfect accessory for the recurring rocker trend, or as a contrast for a simple look, like Rihanna's beige jumper and black strappy Givenchy sandals. Fleet Ilya been featured in top publications like Numero, Elle, L' Officiele, and Dazed and Confused.
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Janet Jackson in Harper's Bazaar

9/09/2009 02:27:00 PM Posted by Christina

Harper's Bazaar magazine featured Janet Jackson in their October issue...



Beautiful.

Read her first interview since her brother, Michael Jackson's death here.


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Sarah Jessica Parker Wears Tila March

9/03/2009 10:16:00 AM Posted by Christina

So, there have been more than whispers about Sex and the City 2. Sarah Jessica Parker is back on the scene, and has been recently spotted leaving her NY apartment, in a white sundress, mocha lace-up sandals and a matching-colored Tila March bonnie Bucket Bag...


If you aren't familiar with Tila March, it is a French luxury accessories brand, founded by French designer, Tamara Taichman and Nicolas Berdugo.


This fab bag is from Tila March’s fall/winter '09 collection, and will be available in stores this month for $765. Click here for available stores.


Each bag is designed in various colors, shapes, sizes and textures.


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Get the Look: Rihanna's Denim Combination

8/27/2009 10:12:00 AM Posted by Christina

Rihanna was recently spotted in two of the strongest summer trends this season, the denim vest and white skinnies...

I love that vest! Get her look for less here:


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Get the Look: Cassie's Zebra Print Tank and White Skinnies

8/26/2009 11:30:00 PM Posted by Christina

Cassie looked fab on her way to Britney Spear's concert recently...

I normally wouldn't match my shoes with my top, but she wears it quite well. And I love the contrast with the white ripped skinnies.

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Style-Ist Verdict: June Ambrose vs. Rachel Zoe

8/26/2009 11:43:00 AM Posted by Christina

There has been a slight tiff between fashion stylist extraordinares, June Ambrose and Rachel Zoe, for quite some time. June resides in New York, while Rachel hails in California. Both are accomplished authors, both have made tv appearances (Rachel has her own show, while June has done countless tv segments), both have a myriad of celebrity clients, and both have effortless, impeccable style.

June Ambrose is most widely known in the urban market. She is Jay-Z's number one pick. Rachel is assumed to be more "mainstream."

So, examine each stylist's personal style, and tell me...













...what's your style verdict?

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June Ambrose!


She epitomizes what I believe is true effortless style. She has an innate sense of versatility and makes true statements in her own personal style. I admire her ability to adopt almost any trend and make it her own with even the slightest touch.

P.S. Follow her fab style twits at http://twitter.com/juneAmbrose



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