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Which Of Lady Gaga's Looks Is The Wildest?

idabone@stylehive.com (Ida Hsiang) — Sat, 07 Nov 2009 09:19:40 PST

By now, there is no need to prelude Lady Gaga with an introduction or description. Everyone knows who she is. Plus, how exactly would you describe this powerhouse entertainer? Her blindingly platinum blonde hair, those bling-ed out sunglasses, her lack of pants and one over-the-top get-up after another... one almost forgets that through all the crazy costumes, strange antics, make-out sessions with muppets and smoke and mirror filled performances, this girl can actually sing! Fantastical ensembles aside, Lady Gaga is known for pumping out one hot dance hit after another, making it impossible to not get up and bust a few moves to her beats. But let's face it. She's become a household name due to more than her songstress talents. Those crazy costumes and over-the-top outfits are what made us sit up and take notice. Some would say she's the leader in avant-garde fashion, others find her amusing, while still more would claim that her fashion sense belongs in an asylum! What do you think? Take our poll below and tell us which Lady Gaga ensemble is the wildest!

Get Charlize Theron's Sexy-Sleek Look

BreeBee@stylehive.com (Sabrina Newman) — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 12:18:41 PST

At the 13th Annual Hollywood Awards Gala the always striking Charlize Theron was a true vision in black. The bombshell paired a sleek leather skirt with a strapless top from The Row, creating a sexy yet sophisticated silhouette. She injected touches of color into the look with a Bottega Veneta clutch, a pair of diamond-accented pumps and a turquoise ring. By taking a minimal approach to the accessories, Charlize kept the look polished and chic and allowed her natural beauty to really shine. A leather pencil skirt is definitely a must-have this season and is super versatile. Wear it with a sexy top like Charlize or tone it down by teaming it with a billowy blouse or a sharp blazer. Check out my slideshow to get the look!

Check out my slideshow to get the look!

Get Katie Cassidy's Aviator Jacket Look For Less!

xgalexy@stylehive.com (Alex Gambardella) — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 07:22:40 PST

With Hilary Swank's "Amelia" landing in theaters, it's no surprise that aviator style is quickly hitting the streets. "Melrose Place" star Katie Cassidy shows off the season's next big trend as she exits LA boutique Intuition. Katie's Miss Top Gun Aviator Bomber Jacket is spot-on, complete with vintage patches and a pin-up girl lining. Want to get the look for less? ShopIntuition.com also carries several more affordable versions to suit your shopping budget. The Aviator Bomber Jacket has that vintage feel for a mere $75.00, or you can go with the Crinkled Leather Aviator Jacket for its similar reddish hue. Head over to Couture in the City to see how you can get more celebrity looks for less!

Video Style Steal: Carrie Underwood's Boots Walk All Over This "Cowboy Casanova"

xgalexy@stylehive.com (Alex Gambardella) — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 10:25:40 PST

Carrie Underwood has come a long way since her "small-town girl with the big voice" image on American Idol. Lucky for that image of hers, she's ditched the demure deer-in-headlights look and swapped it for an assertive attitude to match her sultry voice. I guess a load of confidence is easy to come by when you have a series of hit singles and Chace Crawford as your former arm-candy! Speaking of exes, in her latest video for "Cowboy Casanova," Carrie hits the saloon looking retro-fabulous to warn girls about a bad boy's particularly womanizing ways... and shows him a thing or two! Don't forget -- Halloween is officially in the dust, so don't go full-on saloon girl when you try this look. Instead, stick to inspired pieces like a bustier dress, cute leather booties, and feather accents that only hint at Carrie's costume-y video. Watch the video, and then check out the slideshow to see how you can go western without looking like you stepped out of a time machine.

Get Vampire Diaries' Actress Kayla Ewell's Hot Pink Party Look!

lisannebee@stylehive.com (Lisanne Silverman) — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 12:39:40 PST

"Vampire Diaries" actress Kayla Ewell isn't afraid to rock hot pink on the red carpet. The dress she donned at a special screening of "The Fantastic Mr. Fox" at the 2009 AFI Fest Opening Night Gala is proof that you can wear neons and metallics in the same outfit without looking like you're headed to a rave. The dress (which I am unfortunately unable to identify, despite a frantic Google search) was part pink, part pared-down, thus providing an ideal backdrop for her stunning accessory of choice: a pile of knotted, dangling silver chains. Black nail polish and a silver clutch added the party-perfect finishing touches. The main point to remember in making this look work is to keep a balance- the metallic part of the dress was on the matte side, while the necklace brought a flashy element. Click on the slideshow to shop affordable pieces inspired by Kayla's outfit! Photo credit: PR Photos

LimeLife Spots Suri Cruise Wearing Heels Again!

xgalexy@stylehive.com (Alex Gambardella) — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 07:20:40 PST

Seriously? We don't understand what's going on. Does Katie Holmes think this is cute? Honestly, we're concerned for any child that's allowed to be out and about wearing high heel shoes. And Suri Cruise is wearing them again. When we were kids, we all had those little sparkly plastic high heels. We'd wear them while playing dress-up, walk horribly in them, and throw them off. But Suri Cruise is already a high-heel walking expert at age three. Do you think this is a good thing or is it horribly inappropriate? At least Suri's heels weren't as high this time and they seemed to fit her a bit better (the last ones were way too big), but how many pairs of high heels does Suri have? With so many cute pairs of kid's flats out there, we don't get why Katie Holmes and Tom Cruise allow Suri to wear heels. She'll have plenty of time for that! What do you think of Suri Cruise's shoe habit? Go visit our friends over at LimeLife to weigh in!

Style Flashback: Buffy From "Buffy The Vampire Slayer"

xgalexy@stylehive.com (Alex Gambardella) — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 05:23:40 PST

Goth never looked quite as good as it did on Sarah Michelle Gellar as "Buffy the Vampire Slayer." She kicked some serious butt with some serious style. Buffy rocked black and leather like nobody's business, and the sultry bad-girl look she sported on the show landed her one of the hottest vampires on the small screen (we love you, Angel). We wanted some tips on how to re-create Buffy's look, and Lemondrop's fashion expert Brian answered the call. Brian says, "Buffy was edgy without being too over the top; sexy without showing too much skin -- and that's the reason she was always so stylin'. She straddled the line between kick-ass vampire slayer and regular teenager by mixing textures and styles to create a unique, am-I-dangerous-or-not look." Click over to Lemondrop to see how you can update her iconic 90s look.

Rock a Leather Mini Like Isla Fisher

BreeBee@stylehive.com (Sabrina Newman) — Sun, 01 Nov 2009 05:19:41 PST

At the "Rock A Little, Feed A Little" benefit concert in L.A., the adorable Isla Fisher got in touch with her sexy side, rocking this season's leather trend in a fun and funky way. Isla paired her leather mini with a cool tie-dye tee-shirt and accessorized the look with funky peep-toe booties, a pendant necklace, and an edgy cuff. I love how Isla tempered the inherent sexiness of her leather mini with a more casual top to keep the look from being too vampy. Balance is a key concept to keep in mind when rocking anything leather. Isla also gets points for showing accessory-restraint. When you're outfit is this cool, you really don't need to pile on many extras.

Check out my slideshow to get the look!

J.Lo, Katy, Or Vivica: Who Rocked Basic Black Best At The "This Is It" Premiere?

idabone@stylehive.com (Ida Hsiang) — Sat, 31 Oct 2009 09:24:40 PDT

It's no surprise that a documentary on the late and great Michael Jackson would draw in a crowd of A-list celebrities, all wanting to show their love and support for the King of Pop. The tragic and sudden death of the greatest entertainer of all time sent shock waves through the community and "This Is It" is one way to commemorate Jackson, as well as keep him with us for a little longer. Everybody who's anybody, and their mom and kids, showed up dressed to impress with styles ranging from dressed up tees to floor-sweeping gowns. One common color that celebrities showed up in was chic head-to-toe black ensembles that were edgy, sexy, sleek or just plain sweet. Perhaps it was out of respect for the loss that the Jackson family and the rest of the world has recently endured, but there's no denying that they all looked like "Pretty Young Things." So who do you think rocked the basic black look the best? Was it Jennifer Lopez in her edgy black panel sheath and rockin' knee boots? Or perhaps you preferred Katy Perry's lacy, glittering gown? And there's no question that Vivica A. Fox looked smoking in a body-hugging, one-shouldered mini. Take the poll below and let us know who you think looked best at the Michael Jackson's "This Is It' Premiere! Photo credit: PR Photos

Video Style Steal: Alicia Keys Is Sad But Sultry In "Doesn't Mean Anything"

xgalexy@stylehive.com (Alex Gambardella) — Fri, 30 Oct 2009 02:22:40 PDT

Alicia Keys has quite a lot of success under her belt for a woman at 28 (but then again, what else would you expect from a girl who was accepted into Columbia when she was 16?), with her shelf full of Grammy awards and four chart-topping studio albums. Aside from her musical growth (and ascending movie career), we've also seen quite a progression in her hairdo -- from neat braids to unruly curls and now sleek and straight in her latest video, "Doesn't Mean Anything." But her hair isn't the only thing that's polished and chic. In a sparkly tunic, Alicia is classy as usual, and while she may be mournful and lonely in the video, I know I'd be much more cheerful if I had a hot pair of stiletto boots like hers! Check the slideshow to see some Alicia-inspired looks from her latest hit vid.