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Michaele Salahi Wore Yurman
Now that everyone has covered the security issue as well as the chutzpah of the White House party crashers, it’s time to deal with the fashion angle. We already know that Michaele Salahi wore a red and gold lehenga (traditional Indian formal wear), but whose jewelry was she wearing?
According to Women’s Wear Daily, the large cocktail ring and eight bangles worn by Mrs. Salahi were designed by David Yurman. A spokeswoman for the jewelry company did confirm that the items were from Yurman. However, there was no confirmation whether the company appreciated the publicity.
Don’t Hate Them Because They’re Beautiful
Christie Brinkley, Halle Berry, Elin Woods. What do they all have in common? They’re all striking women whose husbands strayed from their marriage, much to the wonder of the rest of us.
The transgressions of Tiger Woods have shocked everyone, but what most of us can’t believe is how he’d step out on a beautiful woman, who has been by his side for over five years.
I’ve heard all the angles over the last week why a man with a gorgeous partner goes shopping elsewhere, including these gems:
* Men have to follow their instincts
* Men want to pursue someone younger
* Beauty and wealth do not bring happiness
* He’s just a guy, and guys do stupid things
* Guys think the grass is greener on the other side, so they always want something better
Is this just reflexive behavior on the part of a man who has access to just about everything? I hope not. For now, I’ll just relish in the fact that my non-gorgeousness was not responsible for the men in my life who moved on.
Barbershop Wisdom
Check out Jimmy Kimmel’s visit to a barbershop to talk about Tiger Woods. He poses the question “why do men cheat on beautiful women” towards the end of the video.
Do you have a theory on the Tiger Wood’s story? Feel free to comment.
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Rich Chocolate Without the Guilt
Assorted chocolates are big around the holiday season, but some chocolate is better for you than others. If you’re attending a splashy holiday party, stay one step ahead of the crowd with chocolate pearls. Zero calories guaranteed.
Celebrities like Sarah Jessica Parker love their chocolate pearls. So does America’s Next Top Model Cycle 13 contestant Nicole, who won a $5000 chocolate pearl necklace for an extreme challenge.
Chocolate pearls are relatively new to most jewelry counters since the color is man made. Several methods are used by jewelers to create chocolate pearls that won’t fade, including bleaching Tahitian black pearls during formation.
The best quality about chocolate pearls is their warm color which make them versatile and easy to wear. Whatever your skin tone, the rich chocolate shade of a freshwater pearl necklace or drop pearl earrings will definitely bring a warm glow to your skin, even on the darkest days of winter.
- Chocolate Cultured Freshwater Pearl Drop Earrings in 14K Gold: Zales
- Freshwater Chocolate Pearl Necklace with Sterling Silver Flower Clasp:
Contact the Blog Author - Set of Multi Chocolate Baroque Freshwater Cultured Pearl Bracelets: Honora
Set of 3 Multi Chocolate Baroque Freshwater Cultured Pearl 7.5 Stretch Bracelets: Honora
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Chopard Lights Up the Movie, Nine
Swiss jewelry company, Chopard, has teamed up with costume designer Colleen Atwood to create several unique pieces for the leading ladies of the upcoming movie musical, Nine.
The musical is based on Mario Fratti’s adaptation of Federico Fellini’s autobiographical film 8½. It focuses on film director Guido Contini during the early 1960s in Venice, who faces a midlife crisis and a web of romantic difficulties that block his creative endeavors. The original Broadway play, which starred Raul Julia, won five Tony Awards including best musical.
Chopard pieces in the film include a white gold ring with a pearl and diamonds worn by Kate Hudson’s character, Stephanie. Nicole Kidman as Claudia wears oval-cut diamond chandelier earrings and a cuff with 97 carats of diamonds. Sophia Loren and Judi Dench’s characters also wear Chopard in the film.
With all the talent and bling on the screen, the musical which is set for release on December 25th is certain to sizzle. Click here to see the official trailer.
Lights out for a Better Sleep
Forget about counting sheep to get a good night’s sleep. A sleep mask may be low tech, but it goes a long way when you’re traveling and want to block out approaching daylight or illumination from street lamps, stereos, or televisions.
Sleep masks go way back but were popularized in the hit movie, Breakfast at
Tiffany’s when Audrey Hepburn wore one as a hard-partying gold-digger trying to get some shut-eye.
Even if you don’t stay out all all night, the Holly GoNightly sleep mask from
fredflare.com will help you get into that all important REM stage of sleep. Complete
with fluttering eyelashes and gold trimmed eyebrows, the satin lined mask with terry backing is a must have for the holiday season when sleep hygiene is usually thrown out the window.
Now all you have to do is download Henry Mancini’s Moon River, hit the play button, and you’ll be fast asleep.
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Say Goodbye to the Oprah Winfrey Show
Although ratings have been taking a slow dive for the last few seasons, the Oprah Winfrey Show has been a mainstay of daytime television for 23 years. So, who will viewers look to for their daily talk fix when Harpo Studios shuts the show down?
Current daytime talkers Ellen DeGeneres and Rachael Ray already have established audiences and likely have peaked with their viewership. Although the Ellen DeGeneres Show has maintained a popular base, it looks like DeGeneres may be taking baby steps beyond the talk show couch with judging appearances on reality shows So You Think You can Dance and American Idol. The Rachael Ray Show has modest popularity, but it’s unlikely the show’s format has the depth to carry on for the length of time the Oprah Winfrey Show has been around.
The Doctor is in
Is it time for a new format for daytime talk TV? Last year’s introduction of a health-focused talk show with a panel of medical practitioners has proved to be successful for The Doctors. With the high cost of health care and rampant misinformation on the Internet, medical education on television is a natural. Read the rest of this entry »
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Blind Side Blonde
If you have to pick one of the top brunette actresses in Hollywood, Sandra Bullock easily stands out. When it came to portraying Memphis Housewife Leigh Anne Tuohy in the film The Blind Side, the dark-haired actress had no trouble jumping into character by dying her hair golden blonde.
The Blind Side is based on the life of Michael Oher, an offensive lineman who plays for the NFL’s Baltimore Ravens. The storyline revolves around the Tuohy family who adopted Oher when he was homeless, and helped him to become one of the hottest recruits for college football in 2004.
According to People, Bullock felt humbled to have been part of the movie, and considered her lighter hair entertaining but not really her “color palette”. Jesse James, the actress’s husband, thought the same (find out here what Sandra Bullock thinks of Jesse’s tattoos). So much for blondes having more fun!
The movie hits theaters on November 20, 2009 and also stars newcomer Quinton Aaron and Tim McGraw. Click here to check out the official trailer.
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Ted Townsend wears Olympic Oval pink toque
No Home Advantage for Canadians
Stephen Colbert has been offered a job at the Vancouver 2010 Olympics by the City of Richmond, BC. There’s just one stipulation for the host of The Colbert Report. He has to wear pink.
Colbert, sponsor of the cash-strapped U.S. speedskating team, recently complained that the team has been denied ice time at the Richmond Olympic Oval sport facility. Calling Canadians “syrup-sucking iceholes”, Colbert urged his viewers to send in letters demanding that the country cease its icehole-ish behaviour.
City of Richmond spokesperson, Ted Townsend, responded to the allegation by sending a letter to Colbert indicating that international skaters have never been barred, though they have been asked to follow rules to get on the ice. To ensure there are no hard feelings, the City of Richmond also offered Colbert the position of ombudsman of treatment of American speed skaters during the 2010 Games. Along with the letter, the city included a pink toque as part of Colbert’s uniform to be worn at all times during the Games.
Colbert hasn’t accepted the offer yet. He’s still wondering whether he needs a green card or a “beaver board” to legally work in Canada.
Update: Stephen Colbert is coming to Vancouver 2010
Stephen Colbert has accepted the City of Richmond’s offer to be the Olympic Oval Ombudsman. Although he has no idea what an ombudsman is, he has agreed to take on the job as long as it requires no effort. Rumor is that Colbert will be here the first week of the Olympics!
Click here to see Colbert on Canada : Skate Expectations – Skeleton Team Tryouts.
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Man-Gagement Rings Becoming Popular
What’s the latest trend in wedding jewelry? Well, it doesn’t involve rings for women. The newest jewelry being sold to engaged couples is the “man-gagement” ring.
According to ABC news, jewelry stores like Frassanito Jewelers are now offering this ring alternative to newly engaged men as a way for couples to celebrate their relationship: “All the girls want everyone to know their guy is taken, and there’s no better way than to see a ring on his finger,” says Diana Frassanito.
One celebrity who followed this trend is singer/actress, Jennifer Hudson. To celebrate their engagement, the former Idol contestant gave her then fiance, David Otunga, a $15,000 engagement ring by Neil Lane.
If you’re up for it, buy your man an engagement ring in masculine materials like steel, tungsten, or cobalt. Just save the diamonds and platinum for yourself!
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Iconic Givenchy Gown Up for Bid
Audrey Hepburn will be forever known for her elegant, yet classic style. The legendary actress had almost a sixth sense when it came to accentuating her best features and minimizing any flaws.
As Holly Golightly in Breakfast at Tiffany’s, Hepburn made the little black dress a timeless necessity in every woman’s wardrobe. The actress was also famous for perfectly accessorizing outfits whether it was over-sized sunglasses, a string of pearls, or even a tiara.
Fans of Audrey Hepburn can experience her style at an upcoming specialty auction to be held by Kerry Taylor Auctions in London on December 8th. The auction includes 36 items of clothing from 1953 to the late 60’s, as well as accessories like hats and belts.
Movie items up for bid include a Givenchy black cloqué silk gown worn in Paris When it Sizzles in 1964 (estimated to sell for between $17,000 to $25,000 US), and a Chantilly lace cocktail gown from How to Steal a Million filmed in 1966. Fifty percent of the sale proceeds will be donated to the Audrey Hepburn Children’s Fund.
Twilight’s Kristen Stewart and Robert Pattinson
How popular is the Twilight film series? Look no further than the cover of next month’s Harper’s Bazaar which features Kristin Stewart and Robert Pattinson in the hot colors of the series: black and red.
Inside, the cover story includes an interview of the Twilight couple in Vancouver, where filming of the third installment of the Twilight series, Eclipse, took place. The movie is set for release on June 30, 2010.
Photos include a shot of Stewart in a black Alexander Wang dress and Pattinson in Dior Homme seated on a BSA motorcycle. Another photo shows the couple surrounded by roses featuring Stewart in Prada with a becklace by Robert Lee Morris for Elizabeth and James and Pattinson in a Dior Homme biker jacket.
How familiar are you with the stars of Twilight? Check out 11 things you may not have known about Robert Pattinson and Kristen Stewart.
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Hot Look for Boots
Boots for Fall and Winter 2009 are taking over where bags and shoes left off. As the hottest accessory seen on fashion runways and city streets, boots now feature hot hardware like single and multiple buckles.
The latest buckle boots aren’t just reworked Doc Martens worn by punk rockers, they come in every possible style. You can also find buckles on everything from suede ankle booties to over-the-knee boots, which makes them an ideal accessory to add edge to any outfit.
Whether you show off your legs in high-heeled multiple buckle booties or team up thigh high riders with your favorite skinny jeans, boots with buckles can go a long way to getting your accessories right.
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Make it Smooth and Sophisticated
When it comes to men’s hairstyles, everything old is new again. With series like Mad Men influencing fashion trends, more men are following the lead of Manhattan ad execs like Don Draper and Roger Sterling who likely spent as much time slicking their hair back as their wives did teasing their bouffant.
The difference today is that it’s much easier for men to get the classic look that oozes worldly charm from Mad Men stars as well as Gossip Girl regulars like Ed Westwick. Diana Schmidtke, a Los Angeles-based freelance men’s stylist with clients like George Clooney, Jake Gyllenhaal and Matt Damon, recommends using AXE Smooth & Sophisticated Shine Pomade to create the hold and maximum shine essential for this look.
Styling Tips for the Classic Look
Typically, most styling products work best on dry or almost dry hair. However, you’ll want to wet you hair for this look because the pomade will lock in the moisture. Diane follows these steps to get the classic look for her clients on film sets and photo shoots:
- After washing your hair, take a finger tip amount of the pomade and distribute it evenly through the hair from front to back and back to front (you can always use more product, if necessary).
- Using a comb, create a side part (which is a key to this look) in a straight line from the front of the head to the crown.
- Take another fingertip amount of the shine pomade, rub it vigorously between your hands, and lightly go over the finished style to ensure it stays in place all day whether you’re cutting deals in the boardroom or sipping martinis with clients.
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Create Your Own Look with a Leather Jacket
Leather jackets are a must have for any wardrobe, but this season there’s a new way to wear this timeless classic. Cropped leather jackets add an edge whether you’re Ashlee Simpson walking the red carpet or Georgina Sparks spotted on the streets of New York.
With a cropped leather jacket, you can create a variety of looks. Try teaming up a motorcycle jacket with a blouse and pencil skirt. Or, top a traditional jacket with gunmetal snaps over a T-shirt and skinny jeans. To create a dramatic look, you can also add bold accessories like flat rocker boots or a leopard snap clutch.
For the distressed leather look, visit your local thrift shop. If you’re lucky enough to score the perfect find, add your personal style and you can bring a vintage leather jacket back to life.
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All that Glitters are Diamonds and Platinum
When it comes to weddings, it’s usually all about the dress. Not so, if you’re Ivanka Trump. For the wedding of one of New York’s top real estate executives, platinum and diamond pieces almost stole the show for the big day.
Wearing three pieces from her own Ivanka Trump Collection, the daughter of billionaire businessman Donald Trump chose a $45,000 veil fasten, a $90,000 art deco link estate bracelet, and diamond cluster earrings at $130,000. The total of these pieces came in at a dazzling 42 karats in diamonds with only the finest of platinum settings for the blushing bride.
How to Pull off the Ultimate Proposal
If you’re unsure how to pop the question, Ivanka is now offering a New York Proposal Package. With the purchase of any diamond engagement ring from Trump’s Bridal Bar in her Madison Avenue store, you’ll receive a complimentary one-night stay at the Trump International Hotel & Tower or the new Trump SoHo in Manhattan. The package also includes a romantic 3-course dinner at either hotel’s restaurant, where you can always catch her off guard during dessert.
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Mad Men Branded Clothing Label
Mad Men has been a hit not only because of its dramatic portrayal of life in the early 1960s, but also because of the sleek fashions of the men and women involved with the ad agency, Sterling Cooper.
Now, everyone can experience the style of Mad Men with a branded clothing line available for both men and women. Costume designer for the show, Janie Bryant, has taken a cue from fashion designers like Michael Kors and Miuccia Prada as well as retailers like Banana Republic, who have been influenced by the series’ clothing.
The first item will be a limited edition Mad Men grey sharkskin suit from Brooks Brothers ($998) modeled after the wardrobe of ad execs, Don Draper and Roger Sterling. The suit has the classic slim cut, narrow notch lapels, and diagonal vents that make Jon Hamm (Don Draper) one of the hottest actors in Hollywood. The clothing line will also include evening gowns, men’s accessories, and office wear in the future.
If you can’t wait for the collection to come to a store near you, Janie Bryant suggests you start with a classic sheath: “You can make one so modern with a great pair of platforms and add accessories from the period, such as a brooch or lots of pearls.”
Click here to see StyleCaster’s favorite fashion moments from Mad Men, Season 3.
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Jake Pavelka is the new star of the Bachelor
Congratulations to Jake Pavelka, the newly announced Bachelor for the show’s upcoming 14th season, as confirmed on tonight’s Dancing with the Stars show.
Jake was one of the three potential choices for the next Bachelor, which included Reid Rosenthal and Kiptyn Locke. Taping for the Bachelor starts in November and premiers in January.
Jake, who works as an Atlantic Southeast Airlines pilot out of Texas, showed his romantic side with Jillian Harris early on in the Bachelorette series, but their chemistry eventually fizzled out. His surprise return to warn Jillian regarding Wes Haydn’s intentions after being voted out was heroic for some, but didn’t go over well with all of the bachelors. Wouldn’t it be interesting if Jillian returns to warn Jake of misguided intentions on the upcoming Bachelor series?
Latest Bachelor/Bachelorette News
- Jason Mesnick and Molly Malaney are engaged
- Jillian Harris and fiance Ed Swiderski are adjusting to life in Chicago
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Geek Out in Style
Clutch bags are hot, but what’s even hotter is an HP computer clutch by award-winning designer Vivienne Tam. Featured recently in her 2010 spring collection in a classic butterfly design, Vivienne Tam’s clutch computer will let you geek out in style.
If you can’t wait for the butterfly printed notebook out in spring 2010, the first generation notebook is available in a peony print in violet or red. At 2.45 pounds, the HP Mini 1000 Vivienne Tam is easy to carry around and even fits in a purse.
The computer includes email, Instant Messaging, and an integrated webcam as well as a generous keyboard – about 92% of a full-size keyboard. Featuring an Intel Atom processor for full Internet capability, you can also record up to 8.5GB of media in all major formats on one drive with the HP dvd555s 8X External Multiformat DVD Writer.
For even more glamor, accessorize your Mini 1000 with Vivienne Tam separates, like a printed bag and scarf, which are sold separately.
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Diet and Fitness Secret of Hollywood’s A-List
It’s a long way from Toronto to Beverly Hills, but that hasn’t stopped Harley Pasternak from reshaping the bodies of some of Hollywood’s top celebrities. From Jessica Simpson to Halle Berry, Pasternak has been sharing his expertise on how to to successfully incorporate fitness and nutrition through his 5 Factor Diet.
The 5 Factor Diet plan advocates eating five meals a day (including lean protein, complex carbohyrdrates, and fiber) and working out a minimum of 25 minutes of five-minute cycles, five times a week. Developed through research with some of the world’s leading weight lifters and military organizations, Pasternak originally created the weight loss program for movie actors, who often eat five times per day to accommodate their busy shooting schedule.
To speed up results even more, Pasternak has designed a multi-use workout bar called the HarleyBar. This unique workout tool can be used as a traditional weightlifting bar or disassembled to use the end pieces as hand weights. To increase the intensity, you can also add extra weight. The good news is that you can take this portable workout bar wherever you go. The not so good news is that you can no longer make excuses for not going to the gym.
Sophisticated Floral Fragrance
If you’re in love with this season’s hot colors, you’ll definitely want to check out Marc Jacobs latest fragrance, Lola. The bottle features a layered flower on the lid, inspired by the designer’s fashion collection, with purple and red petals entwined with a green leaf.
The scent of this feminine fragrance opens with pink peppercorn, pear, and ruby red grapefruit. Layers of vanilla and creamy musk complete the long lasting scent.
Although the name Lola in Spanish means little woman, you’ll make a big statement wearing this modern and inviting fragrance.
