Along with Selita, Adrienne Bailon was also in attendance at the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation of America’s 19th Annual Women of Distinction Luncheon in New York City. She wore a black one-shoulder ruffle dress with a $59 RACHEL Rachel Roy Small Striped Clutch and Christian Louboutin Python Pumps:
Her clutch features colorblocked stripes and snakeskin print for a touch of the exotic.
Get the rest of Adrienne’s look with these pieces.
Definitely loving the accessories, though I feel Adrienne could have pared them down to let her dress play centerstage. A couple of things I had no problem with were her hair and makeup.
We know that Miss Universe is always beautiful and worldly, but having style is not always a given. Leila Lopes is the latest to wear the crown and at The Avengers Premiere at the 2012 Tribeca Film Festival, she showed that she is definitely a fashionista. For the occasion, she wore what seems to be a cream colored long-sleeve wrap top with rolled trousers to match, though she could also be wearing a jumpsuit. Leila finished her look with $1,095 Christian Louboutin Exagona Sandals:
Leila accessorized with a gold spike necklace and a white and gold watch.
Her sandals feature a peep-toe silhouette, crisscross straps, covered platforms and sky-high 6.3″ heels.
You can recreate Leila’s look with the below pieces.
Ok, I officially need more Leila Lopes! First of all, she is absolutely gorgeous. Doesn’t she remind you of Arlenis Sosa? Leila is also working this look! Hopefully she’ll be out and about more often, though I know Miss Universe has rules.
• Liya Kebede‘s apparel line, Lemlem, is branching out into exorbitantly priced home wares. Prices will range from $125 for a pillow to $325 for a hand woven cotton blanket. (ELLE)
• Hermès was awarded $100 million in damages after winning their case against 34 impostor websites claiming to sell discount Birkin bags. The sites have all been shut down, and all the money in their respective PayPal accounts will go to paying off the hefty sum. (New York Post)
• Uggs also just won a nice chunk of money– $686 million to be exact–in a case against over 3,000 Chinese websites selling counterfeit shoes. Not only will money be seized from the site’s PayPal accounts, but if you’re looking to visit said offending sites, your browser will be redirected to Uggs’s official page. (Fashionista)
• Word is Azealia Banks lucked into her Met Ball gig after Nicki Minaj failed to sign a contract confirming her performance. Either way, it’s unsurprising that either rappers were invited, regardless of how somemightfeel about their respective personal styles. (NYPost)
• MAC cosmetics is releasing Fashion Sets, a new collection featuring all your favorite MAC makeup. Each of the seven sets consists of three pieces: a lipstick, nail lacquer, and lipglass. The limited edition collection will be available from May 3rd to June 28th. (Nitrolicious)
• Jean Paul Gaultier told Grazia that he respectfully disagrees with Mitch Winehouse‘s assessment of his couture collection tribute to his late daughter Amy. While Mr. Winehouse thought the show was “in bad taste,” Gaultier maintains that the collection was meant to be an “homage to her talent…. Since her death the media has focused too much on her problems. My show was intended as a celebration of her.” What do you think? (Daily Mail)
• Willow Smith is as precocious as usual in her new music video for Do it Like Me (Rockstar). I’m still in awe that an 11-year-old could have more stage presence than a certain veteran 24-year old performer. (Daily Mail)
Selita Ebanks was spotted at the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation of America’s 19th Annual Women of Distinction Luncheon in New York City. For the occasion, she wore a turquoise knee-length gown with $1,219 Alexander McQueen Leather Multi Strand Heels:
She accessorized with minimal jewelry and for beauty, she rocked a fresh face and sleek, straight hair. Flawless!
Her hazelnut brown sandals feature leather strands, central knotted panels, and 5.5″ faux horn heels with a slight curve.
Hot! The heels seem a bit out of place with the look as her dress is so ladylike, but they are fabulous in their own right.
Jenn writes, “I saw this picture of Rihanna spotted in NYC today and instantly fell in love with how she paired her Spring shorts with the sheers and kicks. How do I get this look for less? LOVE IT!”
No need for a look for less! Rihanna made a colorful turn from her neutral Ksubi tee and denim and opted for a coral sweater, tights, high-top Adidas, and $68 Topshop MOTO Floral Printed Hotpants.
Her shorts feature a bold floral print and high-waist silhouette.
At first, I thought Rih Rih’s tights were ripped but they feature holes on both sides so I’ll have to investigate the designer (I’m guessing they were created that way). It’s a pretty warm day here in NYC so I’m not sure why she wore them, but you know she loves shorts and tights! Hotpants aren’t for everyone, but Rihanna has the legs for them.
Cici writes, “I have the pink Christian Louboutin Bollywoody Peep Toe Pumps and want to wear them to my nephew’s high school graduation. Can you suggest something I can rock with them? Obviously I want to look fabulous. 🙂 Thanks!!!”
Well, if you want to look fab, we’ll surely oblige!
If you want to play it safe, the obvious choice is to wear a solid colored dress, so that the pumps pop on their own. Of course cream or black would work, but you can add a little extra pizzazz with a dress that picks up on the color of your stilettos:
The second look is a little bit more adventurous. I’m not sure how this would work in real life, but I know I love D&G’s printed foulard silk skirt:
The print picks up on the color of the shoes, and has a similar fun and festive design. Keep the color going with an orange top, then tone it all down with a white blazer:
What do you think? Which look would you rock? Before I inevitably receive a deluge of “What to Wear” requests for every ‘statement’ shoe in your closets, follow the following tips for wildcard heels:
1. Use the heels as an exclamation point to a neutral outfit. For flawless execution, make sure the dress or top and pant combo either complements or features one of the colors of the shoe.
2. If wearing your shoes with a printed top or bottom, make sure one of the prints picks up on the colors in your heels.
3. The same rule applies for dresses. You can indeed pair statement heels with a statement dress, as long as both pieces share complimentary colors or patterns:
You guys had a lot to say about the above look and the fact that it was too mundane, but Kimmy definitely got it right with this dress! When Alaia is worn properly, it’s always a win in the style department.
If you’re up for the splurge, you can get her dress at www.colette.fr.
What do you think? Are you feeling Kim’s look this time around?
Crystal says, “ I saw this picture of Monica and I fell in love with her jacket!”
“I know the picture is a little old, but can you help me find it?”
Monica sang the National Anthem Singer at the Kentucky Wildcats vs Cardinals National Semifinals game in New Orleans rocking a $425 Cynthia Rowley Liquefied Bouquet tuxedo blazer:
She completed the look with turquoise skinnies and Christian Louboutin Bourriche Studded Ankle Boots:
I dunno, I think I kinda like this look!
The jacket, at least, is a win win.
What do you think? If you like, get Monica’s look here:
It seems Naomi Campbell is headed to the small screen, mentoring young model hopefuls on Oxygen’s new reality show, ‘The Face.’
The show will feature models competing to become the next face of a major national brand. Naomi Campbell will act as a mentor as the girls pose for their lives with world renowned photographers and stylists for commercials, photo shoots, and runway shows. Sounds a lot like America’s Next Top Model…
About her new gig, Campbell said, “I am looking forward to working in partnership with Oxygen and Shine America to discover the next beautiful face of the modeling world. With ‘The Face’ the audience will get a real insider’s look at this exciting industry that has been so good to me. One lucky girl will become the face of a major brand.” I think Naomi C would make for great TV.
I’ll be watching.
Rihanna is back in NYC and was seen out and about sans makeup, rocking a $80 Ksubi Tee:
Her tee features the fun phrase, “If I were riding a horse I’d wear flannel, but I’m going to the disco so I wear Channel.” Poking fun at one of the world’s most popular brands are we?
It isn’t available for purchase, but I am guessing Rih Rih picked it up during her Australian pursuits for “Battleship” since the brand hails from the Land Down Under.
Sigh. Rihanna is back to her denim on denim! I think the tee is awesome and I’m not even mad at the boyfriend jeans, but this look is definitely in need of a heel or some fly sneakers, as well as a leather jacket. Hmmm on those dusty flats, Rih, we know you can do better.
