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Back in September I posted up a blog post on this MLH peacock sequin dress…as seen on Aubrey O’Day and Ashanti.
Since then the dress made another appearance via Danity Kane’s Dawn Richard and her hot Dior wedge cut-out sandals.
So this question goes out to all Mrs. Grapevine readers, which lady pulled off the look - Ashanti, Aubrey O’Day or Dawn?
Photo credits: Getty/JET Nightclub
The fashion world is thoroughly excited about designing Michelle Obama’s Inauguration look. So far designers Marc Bouwer, Reem Acra and Isabel Toledo have offer their sketch designs to People’s fashion blog, Off The Rack.
The hype surrouding what Michelle would wear when her husband President-Elect Barack Obama gets sworn in as the 44th Commander in Chief is quite off the charts. There’s even talks of Michelle having her own Vogue cover.
Even Project Runway designers have a few designs in mind for the First Lady-Elect.
So far I think the off the shoulder Marc Bouwer dress is a winner but that decison is all up to Michelle. Your thoughts?
Standing tall in Yves Saint Laurent platform pull on boots, Alicia Keys pose for a few photos outside the Ed Sullivan Theatre in NYC right before her “David Letterman” appearance.
Photos: WENN, WIREIMAGE via Alicia Keys Online
There she goes with a chic white python clutch! Maybe she reads Mrs. Grapevine???
Alicia was in New York City promoting the re-release of her third album, “As I Am: The Super Edition.” And now onto what she wore. Naomi Campbell and Jennifer Lopez are fans of the ankle version of Alicia’s patent leather YSL boots.
“The Thing About Love” performance
So do you like Alicia’s Letterman style or not?
The 2008 World Music Awards was held in Monte Carlo, Monaco this Sunday with many familar faces in attendance.
Alicia Keys switched out her purple strapless dress to perform in black Yves Saint Laurent mary jane platforms. A new single from Alicia’s upcoming album re-release “As I Am: The Super Edition” circulated around the music scene this past week. Check out Alicia’s new song, “Savior” here.
Solange looked fab on and off stage as did the event’s co-host Michelle Williams. Hate to say this but where is Kelly Rowland??
Beyonce Sasha Fierce kept it funky in bronze Extreme Dior gladiator sandals for her “Single Ladies (Put A Ring On It)” performance.
Estelle had on the same Giuseppe Zanotti peep toe wedges that Ciara wore for her controversial “Vibe” magazine cover. Back in the press room with her well deserved Best R&B Act award, Estelle flaunted her purple and gold Pierre Hardy moire velvet sandals.
The Cannons as I like to call these two complimented one another on and off the stage as Quick blogged about. You gotta love Mariah’s red Diane von Furstenberg dress. (Did you notice how Nick’s watch matched her outfit?!)
Be sure to catch the televised event on MyNetwork TV on December 2nd. So which looks did you prefer?
Photos: Celebutopia, Mariah Daily, Getty
Brandy knocked out a great must-see performance of her mid-tempo hit “Right Here (Departed)” on the Wednesday edition of MTV’s “TRL.” I thought she did a great job performing…
“Right Here (Departed)” on “TRL”
On her feet are these grey suede Fendi thigh-boots that Khloe Kardashian recently wore in black. (Get the look for less with this $223 Nine West over-the-knee boots.)
Brandy’s upcoming fifth studio effort, “Human” drops on December 9th.
Michelle Obama wore a yellow $337.00 J.Crew ensemble for her appearance on “Tonight Show With Jay Leno” last night. Michelle admitted that she picked up her outfit while shopping online. Via fashion blog, Mrs. O, you can check the below photo collage (that I made) for what Michelle exactly wore.
Much fuss was made about Governor Sarah Palin’s $150,000 outfits. The Associated Press wrapped up the discussion of Michelle’s outfit as follows…
No $150,000 wardrobe malfunctions for Michelle Obama.
“Actually, this is a J. Crew ensemble,” the wife of Democratic presidential candidate Barack Obama told comedian Jay Leno on Monday on his talk show. She wore a yellow sweater, skirt and blouse ensemble.
“You can get some good stuff online,” she added.
Questioned by Leno, the potential first lady declined to criticize GOP vice presidential hopeful Sarah Palin about revelations that the Republican National Committee spent $150,000 at Neiman Marcus and other high-end retailers on clothes and accessories for Palin and her family.
Obama said she and her husband have a policy of spending their own money on their clothes. But she said she wanted to be “empathetic.”
“A V.P. pick, it’s like being shot out of a cannon. All of a sudden you’re at the center of attention, and you want to look good,” said Michelle Obama, adding she has never met Palin. “You’re living in your home, minding your business, and all of a sudden you’re on the national stage and everyone’s watching.” [READ MORE...]
Regardless of your political affiliation, do vote next Tuesday November 4th! What do you think of Michelle’s ‘empathetic’ J. Crew outfit - love it or not?
Mischa Barton and Laurie Ann Gibson both wore this Herve Leger double bandage pink and white ombre dress with the same confident pose and different footwear but which lady did the dress justice?
“L’Uomo Vogue” magazine not only featured Diddy for their October Music issue but his twin daughters D’Lila Star and Jessie James. Outside of no clothes rule Diddy, the photographer Mark Seliger or the fashion editors had for the girls, what do you think of the photos -appropriate or not?
The Cannons alongside Chrisette Michelle were seen at music mogul L.A. Reid’s “Le Metier De Beaute” cosmetics launch in New York City last night. Judging from these photos, Mariah has definitely taken into serious consideration her outfit choices. She’s all covered up…once again!
Check out the film trailer for “Tennessee” (due out in December) which Mariah portrays an aspiring singer. Hopefully her performance would not be a repeat of “Glitter” which wasn’t as bad as the film critics made it to be.
Jennifer Lopez (in a in New York City. Jennifer kept her fierce model-type poses going for photo ops with designers Donatella Versace and Karl Lagerfield.
Justin Timberlake and Rihanna were seen on the set of her current single, “Rehab.” If you’re keeping track with Rihanna, that’s song number 8 to be release from her album, “Good Girl Gone Bad.” Justin co-wrote the song with Timbaland and he has only backing vocals on the track. The photos however suggest more air-time for JT for the Anthony Mandler-directed video.
On her feet are Christian Louboutin for Rodarte spiked platforms which you can see in the video clip below.
photos: Bauer Griffin, GETTY, RIHANNA-DAILY, CELEBUTOPIA
Ashanti attended the Gabrielle’s Angel Foundation Gala in New York City last night. She wore a Notte by Marchesa lace dress and Lorraine Schwartz bracelets to the event.
Personally I thinkAshanti’s style lately has become more consistent in the past. Case in point…
So what do you think about Ashanti’s latest look - love it or PASS?
photos: GETTY/ASHANTIHQ/CELEBUTOPIA
Tennis champions Serena and Venus Williams offered a bit of class in couture designs for a fashion spread inside the pages of “Harper’s Bazaar” magazine (Nov. 2008).
Serena and Venus also said who they think is better…fashion-wise:
“I’m sure Serena would say I would win the fashion match.” —Venus
“Venus is so wrong. I mean, I’d win. Come on!” —Serena
Check out the full photo spread via HARPERSBAZAAR.COM or pick up the newsstand copy with Drew Barrymore on the cover. In the meantime check out the behind the scenes footage taken during the Williams sisters’ fashion shoot.
Katie Holmes is the latest celebrity to get bitten by the clothing line bug because she used the golden opportunity to flaunt her own design at the “All My Sons” opening night on Broadway. Maybe because Katie went all out designing her lace and beige silk one-piece outfit, she didn’t have time to do her toe nails. That small oversight happens to everyone.
Mariah Carey went for a classy look in a red floor-length gown at the 2008 Spirit of Life Award Dinner party. That marriage glow fits Mrs. Cannon to a tee!
Melanie Brown had all eyes on her (literally) when she attended the 2008 MOBO Awards in this nod to a vintage Grace Jones get-up. I especially enjoy Melanie’s brave spirit for wearing this outfit. Between her dress choice and her hair, Melanie definitely seize and held on tight to her fashion statement.
So what say you - love it or pass?
PHOTOS: GETTY/CELEBUTOPIA
Toni Braxton, who by the way just turn 42, was seen in a Hervé Léger by Max Azria dress at the Spirit of Life Award dinner looking great and not a day over 25! Toni certainly loves Mr. Leger’s designs because she was in this Amelie One Shoulder Double Strap Dress by Hervé Léger back in April.
Anyone else rooting for her to win this season of “Dancing With The Stars”?! Check out Toni’s Samba performance from this Monday with her partner Alec Mazo.
In related news, Toni confirmed that she worked with Rodney “Darkchild” Jerkins on her new single due out this Fall. (Thanks Toni Braxton Online!)
Zoe Kravitz, Beyonce, Shar Jackson, and Aubrey O’Day all sported a great style trend for the Fall this past month. I have two words for you - Ankle boots. Worn with a dress like Zoe or tucked into leggings like Beyonce, ankle boots is a great choice for the fall.
Here are a few choices to get you started - (recession approved):
1. Steve Madden purple leather boots, $79.95. 2. Dolce Vita ankle boot, $129.95. 3. Steve Madden short stretch boot, $69.99. 4.Nine West suede boot, $109.99 5. ASOS Leather curved heel ankle boots, $60.00. 6. Slouchy button ankle boot, $21.99 7. purple ankle boots, $24.99.
Speaking of shoes, Angela and Vanessa Simmons of “Run’s House” and “Pastry” retail empire attended L.A Fashion Week in these Christian Louboutin “Anemone” stilettos and Louis Vuitton wedges. The Simmons sisters just wrapped up their new MTV spin-off show called, “Daddy’s Little Girls.”
As for the guys (we can’t leave you out!), Russell Simmons, Nas, Musiq Soulchild, Akon, Tyson Beckford, and Usher were both seen in a polo sweater. Usher and Russell proved a guy can still look professional and casual enough to wore this style. Who wants to rock a suit anyway? The style advice I can offer is know just when and where to rock the style.
Enjoy these selected pieces to incorporate into your wardrobe:
1. Lacoste Wool Sweater, $195. 2. Polo Ralph Lauren V-Neck sweater, $55.50. 3. Armani Exchange burnout sweater, $98.00. 4. Polo by Ralph Lauren long sleeve sweater, $98.00.
Thoughts?
photos: GETTY/CELEBUTOPIA
At her “Filth & Wisdom” NYC premiere, Madonna sparked some heated debate over her Chanel pistol stilettos which Karl Lagerfield named as “Miami Vice.” So what’s the big deal? Madonna’s fashion statement offended Mothers Against Murder & Agression.
Check out what a spokesperson from MAMA had to say about Madonna’s latest fashion statement: “I am horrified that Madonna can see these shoes as fashion.” [STYLELIST via Metro]
According to Fashion Week Daily these pexiglass shoes were designed by Laurence Decade for Chanel’s Resort 2009 collection.
So with that said, is these Chanel gun shoes a do or a don’t?
photos: WIREIMAGE/CELEBUTOPIA/STYLEGURU/GLAMBOULEVARD
These popular Yves Saint Laurent Tribute platforms were worn by Christina Aguilera and Tichina Arnold recently.
Christina, in a Pucci turtleneck mini-dress, wore her suede peep-toes to the final installment of the ThisDay Africa Rising Festival in London. So do you think her style keeps getting better or worse?
Tichina completed her satin purple suit look with these sky-high shoes at the 5th Annual Hollywood Style Awards. The purple overkill would have been too much but somehow Tichina made it work for her.
Mariah Carey was also spotted in a pair for her M by Mariah Carey fragrance launch.
I highly recommend these $59.99 purple platforms from Bakers…
…And these $98.96 grey leather peep-toes from BCBGirls.
which look did you prefer?
photos: GOSSIP GIRLS/WIREIMAGE
Toni Braxton took a well deserved break from her current “Dancing With The Stars” gig to celebrate her 42nd birthday with her dance partner Alec Mazo and husband Keri Lewis with a private dinner at Mr. Chows. On her arm was this Gucci Indy bag.
Raven-Symone also loves this bag…and to that I say it must be nice.
photo: Raven-Symone.org
spotted at jezebel
Alicia Keys walked straight out of the Gucci Store in Manhattan with those stylish Christian Louboutin lace-front boots. The R&B singer was in town promoting her latest single, “Superwoman.”
spotted at jezebel via Alicia Keys Daily
Check out Toni and Alec’s Waltz performance on this week’s “DWTS”:
Alicia’s “Superwoman” performance on “Live With Regis & Kelly”:
Eva Longoria Parker went on a shopping spree with her family in this Omni Peace tee shirt. The aim of wearing and purchasing a shirt from Omni Peace is to end poverty in Africa.
So you get to be fashion-forward and social conscience savvy. This online shop has the shirt for $65.
Actress Terri J. Vaughn flaunted her post-baby figure in this Tadashi stretch taffeta mermaid ruffle skirt?!? Terri’s black skirt stretches and it has ruffles. You can’t go wrong with that combination.
“America’s Next Top Model” alum Jaslene Gonzalez wore a animal-print coat over this red and brown Alice + Olivia dress to the Lucky book launch event in New York City. I don’t know about rocking Animal print and yellow at once but Jaslene made it work somehow.
In the new Pussy Cat Dolls video for “Whatcha Think About That“, Nicole Scherzinger wore these trendy Givenchy boots that was worn before by Rihanna, Cassie, and Tyra Banks.
Check out the love Barack Obama has received on the Paris Fashion Week runway. Designer Jean-Charles de Castelbajac placed his admiration for the Presidential candidate onto his his Spring 2009 runway show while Rodarte designers created a Obama jumper for their Sonia Rykiel 40th anniversary fashion show. Check it out….
Jennifer Lopez and Beyonce Knowles both wore this RM by Roland Mouret “Pigalle” dress ($2065) recently but get the look for less with this Black Halo “Maureen” dress for $345.
Kanye West rock out in this Comme des Garcons red heart tee shirt at T.I’s myspace release show over the weekend. Lately Kanye wore his heart on his shirt. Grab the same tee for $130. (Shout-out to Marcus Troy for the ID!)
Check out Kanye performing a preview of his second single, “Heartless” with the same tee shirt on.
T.I. can be seen on the latest cover of “Giant” magazine. Don’t you love the way he rock that black leather trench coat?
via Str8 Outta NYC
Barack Obama has a letter addressed to all “VIBE” magazine readers which goes as: “Dear VIBE Readers, I am running for President to take this country in a new direction. But I can’t do it alone. I need you.” Barack’s count keeps getting up and up. (Register to vote if you haven’t already, folks!)
“The New Yorker” poke fun at Sarah Palin via their latest magazine cover. Apparently the editiors at the political publicatioon decided to run with the joke on Sarah’s views on foreign policy.
Speaking of Palin, Diddy posted up quite an insightful vblog about what he thinks about the VP candidate. As Diddy simply puts it, Palin ’scares’ him.
Don’t forget that the debate is on tonight between Vice Presidential hopefuls Sarah Palin and Joe Biden! Which magazine cover are you most interested in picking up?
