August 2006 Archives

In the new "Bling Your Blues" ebay auction, you have the opportunity to bid on a pair of J&Company jeans uniquely customized by your favorite celebrity. 100% of the proceeds from this auction go to benefit the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children.

With over 30 celebrities participating, the auction will include jeans designed by such celebrities as Charlize Theron, Eva Longoria, Ben Affleck, John Mellencamp, Jennifer Garner and Alicia Keys, among others who have all chosen to participate in this event.

From deep jewel tones to lovely lavender, there was a purple haze on the red carpet at last night's Emmy Awards. Some notable hits included Evangeline Lilly's and Leah Remini's gorgeous plum Versaces and Ellen Pompeo's velvet gown from John Galliano for Christian Dior. There were very few misses to be found, though Cheryl Hines' bejeweled purple frock was one.

Which star do you think shone at the Emmys?

photos via People and InStyle

Cameron's hoping brunettes have more fun with her newly-dyed 'do. A radical departure from her usual sunny locks, perhaps she's going for the serious actress look? We think she looks gorgeous either way, even in something as simple as a camo tee and jeans.

What do you think of Cameron's new look?

Photo: Fame Pictures [via People]

Celebrity item for around $50? Unbelievable!!! Nicole Richie, Jessica Simpson, Lindsay Lohan and Christina Milian are accessorizing with elegant Vita bracelets and I'm sure we'll see more celebrities wearing them around town. The Vita bracelets are made in Florence, 24 karat gold plated and come in variety of styles and sizes. They are available at Harmony Lane and Ron Herman for $48 to $58. Dress it up or dress it down, it's perfect with any outfit. I'm wearing my large leather and gold bracelet in turquoise today and I love it!

[via California Style]

Who won the surfboard for best grillll??? Brooke Hogan! (and P.S. I cannot believe this is an actual category, it's pretty funny.) However, what I really want to make note of was the undeniable red carpet trend at this year's Teen Choice Awards: Short Dresses. Mischa Barton, Ashley Olsen, Carmen Electra, Christina Milian and host Jessica Simpson were just a few of the hotties who decided to sport something other than the typical jeans at this Hollywood (usually casual) affair.

My vote for best dressed? Although I commend Nelly Furtado for her bold (and very tight) striped dress, it was a little too loud for me. Carmen, I think it's difficult to pull of a silver short number unless the rest of your outfit/hair is totally toned down..the long hair and silver strappy sandals with all the makeup? It was too over the top for me. Now, had she paired it with a colored shoe and worn a messy updo? That would have scored major points. Best dressed of the night, and always fashion forward, classy and sexy, was Mischa Barton in a midnight blue baby doll, with an undone bun and gorgeous jewelry.

posted by Talitha Peters at StarStyle

It's classy and sophisticated yet trendy and hip. Everybody in Hollywood is wearing them from the sexiest of babes (Carmen, Eva, Jess) to our favorite timeless beauties (Reese, Kirsten, Rachel). Why? Well a few reasons: one, it brings out the school girl in all of us (nothin' wrong with that!); two, it's low maintenance, and what's better than being able to pull your hair back in a ponytail, throw the headband on and go; three, and the most important reason, it adds a little flair, a little touch of...something, a little sugar to add to your spice, a little good with the bad, a little flavor for the bland. Oh yes, this is the IT accessory of the moment. Wear yours thick or super thin, to the gym or to the office and grab one from your favorite beauty supply, pharmacy, or department store.

Some tricks? Buy two thin ones at a time and wear them as if they are one (like Jessica Simpson is doing)..it's very runway. Another option? Wear a colored cotton one to work out in, it will keep your hair back and looking sporty. Lastly? A vinyl thick black one is the ultimate statement of class...have fun! Make it happen in headband heaven.

posted by Talitha Peters at StarStyle

(we found a great selection of headbands at nordstrom.com)

Chloe Sevigny put her prep on at a recent event, pairing a plaid J.Crew sundress with a bright pink sweater wrapped around her shoulders old-school style. Quite a departure from her usual avant-garde style, we're loving this sweet Connecticut-meets-Hamptons look (we can do without the hat, though).

If you like this look, there are still a few sizes left of the plaid Martine dress at jcrew.com.

[via People.com]

Actress Gabrielle Union recently found herself wanting to help in the fight against breast cancer when a close friend was diagnosed with the disease. Gabrielle called upon jewelry designer Robyn Rhodes to design pieces to help support the Young Survival Coalition, an organization dedicated to the education and development of breast cancer awareness among young women.

As a result, the Gabrielle lariat (shown here) and Kristen earrings were created, with 20% of all proceeds being donated to this important organization. You can find both of these gorgeous pieces at robynrhodes.com.

[photo via People.com]

Just like the rest of us, celebrities love their jeans! Here's what they're wearing lately:

Jessica Alba wore J Brand 12 Inch Pencil Leg Jean in Black recently on the red carpet. Pointy toe pumps are the perfect pairing for these skinny jeans.

Victoria Beckham is wearing the pair of Rock & Republic jeans named after her: Victoria Beckham LA with Green Crowns . They're super long and look great with heels.

Mary Kate Olsen wore J Brand 12 Inch Pencil Leg Jeans in Gray on the cover of Australian Harper’s Bazaar.

Kate Hudson rocked her namesake jeans from Grass to a taping of MTV's TRL.
$172 at famousstyle.com

[via and instyle.com]

From her chic bob down to her red peep toe pumps, we are crazy about Elisha Cuthbert's look. Her leopard print dress is more tame than wild due to its sophisticated shirtdress styling tied with a sweet bow.

Love the look? Try Diane von Furstenberg's 'Julian' dress in grey leopard and Steve Madden 'Elaa' pumps.

[via InStyle]