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Katy Perry Plays Chess, Shows Shiny Hair in GHD Ads

Amy Sciarretto — Fri, 10 Aug 2012 16:00:56 +0000

Katy Perry has dyed her hair several shades of the rainbow, and some of these hues are not found in nature. She has colored her locks at least a half dozen times this year, going from blue to pink to purple. All that processing and stripping of color can do a number on strands, making them dull, lifeless, brittle and dry. However, Perry’s black locks are lush, luxe and shiny in her new ads for hair tool/product brand GHD.

Willow Smith Reveals Her Surprising Style Inspirations — And Sends a Message to Her Haters

Shauna Wright — Fri, 20 Jul 2012 15:00:53 +0000

Willow Smith, the pre-pubescent daughter of Hollywood power couple Will and Jada Pinkett-Smith, makes waves every time she does something as simple as cut her hair (or whip it back and forth, for that matter). But the pint-sized fashionista has a swagger rarely seen in someone so young — and in a new interview, she even reveals some surprising sources for her inspiration.

Lana Del Rey Is the New Face of H&M

Alexandra Capotorto — Tue, 17 Jul 2012 22:46:15 +0000

It’s official! Lana Del Rey‘s foray into fashion has finally paid off, because the singer is now the new face of H+M’s fall 2012 line. A picture from the campaign features a glaring Del Rey with sky high teased hair that would leave any cast member on the show ‘Jerseylicious’ green with envy. Of course, noticeably present are the singer’s nude pouty lips, matching that of the peach angora sweater and pants she’s wearing in the ad.

Kesha Dyes Her Hair the Color of a 'White Lion'

Shauna Wright — Sun, 15 Jul 2012 18:00:34 +0000

It’s so hard to find a hair color that looks good with a lip tat that says “suck it,” don’t you think? But if you’re ever in that predicament, Kesha — who knows a thing or two about such quandaries — might just have a suggestion: dye your hair snowy white.

Taylor Swift, Rebel, Takes Us Behind-the-Scenes of New CoverGirl Commercial

Amy Sciarretto — Fri, 13 Jul 2012 14:00:45 +0000

Taylor Swift has become a bit of a fashion icon to fans, with her familiar and iconic red-stained lips and black eyeliner look being copied by young girls who revere her. In this new, behind-the-scenes footage of her recent CoverGirl commercial, the ‘Mean’ singer explains that the whole message of her latest cosmetics company campaign is “See Yourself, Be Yourself.” So rather than hide behind makeup, use it as a tool to enhance natural beauty.

Katy Perry Goes Gaga in Vogue Italia

Amy Sciarretto — Fri, 29 Jun 2012 21:00:12 +0000

Despite the fact that they are solo pop divas with outrageous fashion senses and the uncanny ability to craft hooky songs, Katy Perry and Lady Gaga are rarely compared.

That should change now that Perry’s Vogue Italia photo spread for the July issue has landed, where she goes Gaga. The style, imaging and wardrobe are very Gaga-esque, with the mod hair and geometric outfits.

What Do Your Shoes Say About You?

Shauna Wright — Thu, 14 Jun 2012 19:31:56 +0000

The house you live in or the car you drive may say a lot about you, but according to new research, your shoes could actually reveal volumes more. Researchers at the University of Kansas showed photographs of about 200 pairs of shoes to volunteers, and asked them to determine the wearers’ age, gender, income, political [...]

Lady Gaga to Appear on September Cover of Vogue

Amy Sciarretto — Wed, 13 Jun 2012 12:00:19 +0000

Lady Gaga has scored her second Vogue cover. Her follow up appearance will be on the September 2012 issue, according to New York. The September issue is the biggest on the fashion world’s editorial calendar, so this is a major, major coup for the Mother Monster.

Why Are Dry Cleaning Prices About to Go Up? — Dollars and Sense

Shauna Wright — Tue, 05 Jun 2012 22:19:04 +0000

If you have a lot of your clothes dry-cleaned, you might want to set aside a little more of your monthly budget for the expense. Prices are about to go up, and — with our apologies to ‘Mommie Dearest’ — you can blame it on those darned wire hangers.

Hipsters Beware! Skinny Jeans Can Cause Nerve Damage

Jeremy Taylor — Fri, 25 May 2012 11:45:26 +0000

Skinny jeans may be fashionable, but if they are too skinny they may cause permanent nerve damage.

That is the downside of being trendy according to Karen Boyle, a doctor at the Greater Baltimore Medical Center. In fact, folks who like to keep things tight on their bottom half run the risk of developing a condition with a scary name.

Jessica Simpson Launching Maternity Clothing Line This Fall

Amy Sciarretto — Tue, 15 May 2012 16:00:49 +0000

Jessica Simpson was pregnant for what felt like forevs, finally birthing daughter Maxwell Drew on May 1. One thing was constant during Simpson’s gestation period and that was the fact that she was stylish (remember the blue snakeskin dress she wore to the baby shower?) and in heels for most of it. That’s what inspired Simpson to create a maternity clothing line this fall. Now every expectant mama with a sense of style can follow J Simps’ lead!

Lady Gaga's Japanese Monsters Pay Tribute to Her Fashion Sense

Amy Sciarretto — Mon, 14 May 2012 13:00:35 +0000

Japan is a mecca and a capital of street fashion. Just ask Gwen Stefani, who had a love affair with the Harajuku Girls and named one of her diffusion clothing lines after ‘em. When Lady Gaga hit the country for her Born This Way Ball tour, Japanese little monsters paid loving tribute to her fashion sense and in turn have been sharing it with the global monster contingent online.

Mariah Carey Has Wardrobe Malfunction at Performance in Austria

Amy Sciarretto — Tue, 01 May 2012 21:07:00 +0000

Oops! Mariah Carey had an unusual wardrobe malfunction in Austria. While most clothing fails happen on the red carpet and involve the dreaded nip slip or a starlet going commando, the singer showed off the also-dreaded camel toe in a skintight, black and red jumpsuit that looked painted on during a performance at the Top of the Mountain concert in Austria.

Longest Wedding Dress with a Nearly 2-Mile Train Breaks World Record

Don Deane — Sat, 24 Mar 2012 20:00:18 +0000

Any bride-to-be looking for high drama at her wedding may want to consider this record-breaking wedding dress featuring a train that’s a staggering 1.85 miles long. But there’s just one foreseeable problem — you’d need a gazillion attendants to heft it down the aisle. On Monday, the Guinness Book of World Records recognized the silk [...]

LSD Is the New Cure For Alcoholism?

Danny Gallagher — Tue, 13 Mar 2012 19:00:36 +0000

Alcoholism isn’t something that should be laughed at, but a possible cure could make at least the patient giggle — it’s LSD. A new study from the Norwegian University of Science and Technology looked at the results of some alcohol treatment programs in the late 1960′s, in which some of the participants were given a [...]

2012 Oscars – See the Big Night's Worst Dressed Celebrities

Nick Romano — Sun, 26 Feb 2012 15:09:53 +0000

The 2012 Oscars is that one night a year where no one wants to be on the worst dressed list. Despite all their efforts, however, there’s always those handful of stars that think they’re workin’ it when really Tim Gunn is rolling his eyes in the background. Whether it’s an ill-fitting gown, too much skin, [...]

Nicki Minaj Channels Red Riding Hood + Catholic Church on 2012 Grammy Red Carpet

Jessica Sager — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 01:05:02 +0000

Nicki Minaj is no stranger to fierce, sometimes off-the-wall fashion, but her red carpet ensemble at tonight’s Grammy ceremony is very out there, even for her. Minaj sported a hooded, red silk gown — that looked an awful lot like a scarlet nun’s habit — with beading on the skirt in the shape of a woman’s face. But that wasn’t even the weirdest part. The strangest part of Minaj’s wardrobe choice tonight wasn’t a part of her outfit at all.

Hacked Knitting Machine Produces Cosby Sweater Inside a Cosby Sweater [VIDEO]

Jeremy Taylor — Fri, 30 Sep 2011 13:30:31 +0000

Andrew Salomone used a hacked knitting machine that can reproduce digital images to create a sweater of Bill Cosby wearing a sweater of Bill Cosby wearing a sweater of … yo dawg, you get it.

Forever 21′s 'Allergic to Algebra' Shirt Latest to Cause Controversy

Shauna Wright — Mon, 12 Sep 2011 17:45:07 +0000

A couple weeks ago, JCPenney found itself in serious and very public hot water when it was discovered the retailer was selling a t-shirt that read “I’m too pretty to do homework” to little girls.

JCPenney pulled the shirt from its site, but now it looks like Forever 21 is filling the void with a shirt that announces the female wearer is “allergic to algebra,” which critics say perpetuates the stereotype that women are bad at math.

'Back to the Future' Nike Air Mags Auctioned Off for Charity [VIDEO]

Shauna Wright — Sat, 10 Sep 2011 10:30:59 +0000

We recently told you about the Nike Air Mags, the ‘Back to the Future 2′-inspired shoes that pay homage to the footwear sported by Michael J. Fox’s Marty McFly in the blockbuster sequel.

Now, Nike has confirmed the Mags are real, but good luck getting your hands on a pair: In a ’BTTF’-inspired promo (which featured cameos from Christopher Lloyd as Doc Brown, Bill Hader as a shoe store staffer and Kevin Durant as a confused customer), we learn that only 1,500 pairs of the shoes have been produced and they’ll be going to the highest bidders.