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ROCKIN or NOT?.... Miley Cyrus Mixes Silver x Gold x Leopard

ROCKIN or NOT?…. Miley Cyrus Mixes Silver x Gold x Leopard

09/24/2012  |  No Comments

09/24/2012

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    Someone is all woman now!!!!!! Former Nickelodeon kid Miley Cyrus attended the iHeart Radio Music Festival at the MDGM Grand Garden Arena in Vegas. First let me say, YESSSSSSSSSSSSSSSS for that banging hair cut Miley C...But this outfit? Let's talk about it!!! She wore a black cropped top, metallic pencil skirt, a leopard print Moschino logo belt, leopard pumps, and gold jewelry. The look is very bold, but there is something I'm not feeling about the skirt! Maybe the fit, it appears to be slightly baggy at the top. I think a mini would have looked better. What do you think about Miley's statement look? Is it Rockin or NOT?
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Fashion WIN or FAIL???: Nicki Minaj

Fashion WIN or FAIL???: Nicki Minaj

09/19/2012  |  No Comments

09/19/2012

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    Nicki Minaj is a mess, OMG! Lol. This chick will wear anything to keep us talking and guess what!?! It works everytime because we are talking about it right now, lol. She was recently spotted arriving to the American Idol auditions in this ummmmm...outfit. Nicki wore a white blazer, floral bralet, skinny jeans, silver jewelry, black nails, and these insane UNIF Hellbound Platform Boots ($242). I bet they are sold out now that she' rocked them. And do we have to mention her colorful wig!?! Let's not even go there. I mean I really love Nicki but her style is so crazy. And for all those who love her crazy style, I've recreated her look for less. Check it out below and all items are linked! Each are less than $100 just like we like them. Enjoy.
Nicki Minaj Arriving at Idol

Nicki Minaj Arriving at Idol by etceterablgomag featuring opi nail lacquer

Neon top
topshop.com

Ponte blazer
topshop.com

Studded booties
boohoo.com

Banana republic jewelry
bananarepublic.gap.com

Coral ring
eternalsparkles.com

Opi nail lacquer
beautystoredepot.com

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Mixing Prints: Starring Solange Knowles

Mixing Prints: Starring Solange Knowles

09/17/2012  |  No Comments

09/17/2012

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    Has anyone mastered the mixed prints trend this season? Whether you have or not, love it or hate...its an extremely hard trend to get right. If you need help definitely check out my article THE ART OF MIXING PRINTS on www.etcblogmag.com! But for a mini lesson let's check out Solange who is the Queen of Mixing Prints! She recently was spotted in NYC at the Alexander Wang after party rocking this look- embellished palazzo pants, a printed top, denim jacket, a bright messenger bag, and a Babatunde hat. The hat is from an African designer...Solange recently shot a video there and must have come across the designer.
    I haven't found their official website but here's their facebook in case you're interested in their hats. When looking at Solange's outfit there is really no method to her madness...and that's what I love about her. But to master this trend keep this in mind...for the look for less I first started with this navy printed palazzo pants, added a stripped shirt that has both navy and white which I pulled from the pants. That is the key to mixing prints...you can mix any print you want but make sure the colors are similar. I then pulled the pink print from the pants to find this amazing bright messenger bag. Finally, I added a brown hat, brown & navy wedges, and simple jewelry. So we are definitely mixing prints but for some reason it just flows. What do you think of mixing prints? Did we nail it?
Solange Teaches Us How to Mix Print
 
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Get Her Look For Less: Angela Simmons' Sweatshirt Dress

Get Her Look For Less: Angela Simmons’ Sweatshirt Dress

09/14/2012  |  No Comments

09/14/2012

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    Angela Simmons usually doesn't do much when it comes to my style senses, lol...but she has been "doin' it" during fashion week. I'm officially a style fan! She has shown so much originality and versatility in NYC. And speaking of being original...Angela rocked this sweatshirt dress with printed detailed sleeves at the Cynthia Rowley Spring 2013 Show (Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week). She pulled colors from the sleeves to finish up her look by adding the blue messenger bag, yellow pumps, a multi-color bracelet, a red ring, red lips, and red nails. That is a style tip that everyone should take notes on. When you wear a printed item you can easily take colors from the print and spread it throughout your outfit to make it look fresh and not too "matchy matchy". So...I've also styled a look for less inspired by Angela Simmons below. I found a simple gray sweater dress and if you wanted to get Angela's sleeves you could replace them by making this a DIY project. This may be a good DIY post we will put up in the near future. If you try this look please email us your pictures. And please, leave a comment...what do you think of Angela's look? Do you think her style has evolved!?!
Angela Simmons Dressy Sweatshirt Dress
 
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Fashion WIN or FAIL??...:Kim Kardashian Colorblocking At LAX

Fashion WIN or FAIL??…:Kim Kardashian Colorblocking At LAX

09/14/2012  |  1 Comment

09/14/2012

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    Dang, you can catch all the latest trends by hanging out at the airport knowadays. Reality TV personality and Kanye's girl, Kim Kardashian was seen at LAX recently looking stylish, as usual. Although lately her style has changed so much. Her stylist was Monica Rose but from the looks of it I don't think she is styling her anymore. Don't quote us on this because I'm not really sure...its just an observation. Kim rocked a wool contrast dress, black leather boots, a leather tote, and sunglasses (at night LOL). Nah, but for real celebs probably need sunglasses at all times because of all the flash from paparrazzi cameras. Overall, I really like the concept behind this look and it was pretty simple to recreate. Below is a look for less which I styled for you. I added a pop of color with red lipstick as an added bonus! And please, leave us a comment to let us know what you think of Kim's style. Has it changed? Do you love it or hate?
Kim Kardashian at LAX
 

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[WE NEED ANSWERS!!] Is Exposing The “Nipple” A New Fashion Trend?!?

[WE NEED ANSWERS!!] Is Exposing The “Nipple” A New Fashion Trend?!?

04/13/2012  |  No Comments

04/13/2012 The nipple baring beaut above is Melody Thornton of Pussy Cat Dolls at Elle's Women in Music bash yesterday. I'm sure I don't have to tell you that she stole the show!! Yes it's shocking but there is actually a larger issue I'm grappling with here. Is the nipple the new accessory for female celebs? I'm seeing more and more famous nips at random events and on the red carpet. You should know that I don't hold celebrities to the same "wardrobe standards" as you and I. They need to be louder, flashier and more "out there" but where do we draw the line? "Read more" for the full story. more

Fashion WIN or FAIL?: Starring Amber Rose

Fashion WIN or FAIL?: Starring Amber Rose

04/07/2012  |  2 Comments

04/07/2012   Amber Rose was seen at Philadelphia International Airport yesterday to help celebrate the inaugural Virgin America flight from LA to Philly. The Philly native later turned up at the Virgin America launch party located at the Hotel Palomar. There were quite a few celebs on deck including DJ Jazzy Jeff (spinning), Terrence Howard, Zoë Kravitz and Nathan Morris (of Boyz II Men). Amber Rose decided to rock a "fun" look on the plane. The look consisted of Loca funky harem pants and "monkey sneakers", but went a different route for the actual party. Check out more pictures inside and share your thoughts on her fits. Did she WIN or FAIL? more

Beyonce' Spotted In NYC Dressed Down: Fashion WIN or FAIL?!?

Beyonce’ Spotted In NYC Dressed Down: Fashion WIN or FAIL?!?

04/03/2012  |  No Comments

04/03/2012 Yes we ALL know when Beyonce' brings it..she BRINGS IT!!! So this isn't a post about her rep as a fashionista, because we love her style. However this post is about the recent fits she has been rocking since becoming a mother to Blue Ivy! Which brings me to exhibit A...Ayoooo BEY..what's reallllly good with this "It's A Different World" inspired look you have going on? Loafers, boyfriend blazer, wacky trousers and Dwayne Wayne shades? I surely thought you would show these chicks how to style with a child...Not saying you must rock heels all day, but just look done a bit more. Oh and I am sure your fit cost way more than my whole life..lol...so NO shade...just concerned...on some "girl you ok?" ish. If you wish to see more pictures of this wacky fit and a few others head inside..P.s Yes Blue Ivy is in there somewhere..(Let that baby get some light girl!!!) more