Beyonce, Keri Hilson or Alicia Keys: Which BET Beauty Stole The Show?

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The BET Awards were just held at The Shrine Auditorium in Los Angeles and it was a bittersweet show this year due to the sudden passing of Michael Jackson. Personally, the most poignant moment was Beyonce performing "Arms Of An Angel" in remembrance, but you also had other knock-out performers like as Jay-Z, gospel duo Mary Mary, Keri Hilson and Monica. Some favorites won: Beyonce for Best Female R&B Artist, Ne-Yo for Best Male R&B, Keri Hilson walked away with 'Best New Artist' and Lil' Wayne is still on top with a 'Best Male Hip-Hop Artist win. Great, but no real surprises there! Aside from the big celeb names, fist-pumping performances and musical memories, stars were also lighting up the red carpet and showing it off pre-show! Many of the men cleaned up nicely, but it was the women that did the real show-stopping and head-turning. Beyonce showed some leg in a marbled Balmain dress, Alicia Keys looked confident and sexy in a sari-inspired tunic, and Keri Hilson made a bold statement in a pop-art, mosaic strapless sheath dress. Which BET bombshell do you think was the most daring songstress on the red carpet?


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Tags :   alicia keys , award show fashion , awards , bet , bet awards , beyonce , beyonce knowles , bold , color , dress , dresses , embellished , embellishment , embellishments , fashion , keri hilson , michael jackson , mini , mini dress , minidress

Take A Peek At This Week's Blog Snog Roundup!

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Stars and stripes on the mind? Both are in style and together, they're what this weekend is all about. Chances are you already have stripes in your closet, but if you need some stars you could always check out Jimmy Choo's studded leather boots-- yup, interspersed among all of those studs are stars as well. Brilliant. Then, consider the planet as a whole and take a look at the latest from Phillip Lim. He's created an eco-conscious collection called "Go, Green Go" and really, who could say no to that? Plus stories on the steamy new Armani campaign, nail polish trends, at-home beauty treatments, and more! Check out what's happening this week in the fabulous world of the fashion blog-o-sphere!

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Tags :   armani , beauty , blog , blog snob , celebrities , fashion , handbags , jimmy choo , makeup , news , phillip lim , shoes , style , websnob

Vintage Fashionistas Get Patriotic in Red, White and Blue

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July 4th isn't just another day off work or an excuse to take an extra-long weekend trip. It's a day to remember and commemorate the men who drafted the Declaration of Independence, the document that provides us all with the freedoms we enjoy today. And since this is a time when the United States is still engaged in battle, you may find yourself even more tempted to wear red, white and blue to show your patriotism. But I'll caution you that this look can be a bit tricky to pull off without feeling like a walking American flag. So remember that it's equally patriotic to wear red, white, or blue to that picnic or parade or fireworks celebration, or to drop just a hint of this somewhat expected color combo in your accessory choices. Just click the slideshow for some playful RW&B finds for vintage fashionistas.

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Tags :   4th of july , christian dior , dior , fashion , patriotic , pierre cardin , retro , style , summer , vintage

Rumor: Uniqlo Taking Over Gap?

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It's no secret that the Gap has been struggling in recent years to keep up profits and keep the attention of buyers. The denim giant may be doing worse than we thought because rumors have begun circulating that Uniqlo is considering purchasing the business. While at first this takeover would seem unlikely (Uniqlo's presence in the United States is nowhere near as strong as the Gap's), Uniqlo actually comes from a rather strong empire called Fast Retail, founded in 1984 by Tadashi Yanai. Yanai reportedly has been looking for new ways to break into the American fashion market. So what would a Gap under Uniqlo regime look like? We have to admit that we'd be interested to find out.


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Tags :   business , denim , economy , fashion , fast retail , gap , news , recession , retail , retail business , rumor , tadashi yanai , takeover , the frisky , the gap , uniqlo

Buzzworthy Deals From Shopbop, AE, Bloomingdale's, And More!

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Holiday weekends mean only one thing: parties, and time to shop all of those holiday sales! Okay... so that was two things. Anyway, here are today's Buzzworthy Deals!


Today is the last day to save an extra 25% on all sale items at Shopbop! Enter code EXTRA25 at checkout.


Now through July 7th, get free shipping on your ae.com order when you buy three or more items- including clearance!


Shop Bloomingdale's 4th of July sale and take 40% off a selection of summer favorites!


Built By Wendy is having one of the best sales ever! Plenty of feminine, carefree looks are marked down.

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Tags :   4th of july , ae , aerie , american eagle , built by wendy , buzzworthy deals , deals , designer , fashion , fourth of july , sales , shopbop , shopping

Rock A Hot Pink Frock Like Blake Lively

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At this year's CFDA Fashion Awards, the beautiful Blake Lively made a show-stopping splash wearing a hot pink strapless dress by Michael Kors. Given the bright hue of the dress, Blake kept the rest of her ensemble on the subtle side with a pair of nude Christian Louboutin pumps, and some stunning jewelry pieces from Lorraine Schwartz including blackened gold and diamond hoops, a black jade and diamond ring and a blackened gold diamond mesh ring. Hot pink was without a doubt the shade du jour on the Spring 2009 runways, as seen at Badgley Mischka, Matthew Williamson, Doo. ri, Christian Dior, and many more, and the neon-color trend will be even more potent with the eighties revival on the horizon for Fall. Blake's strapless style is both fashion-forward and classically chic, definitely perfect for summer soirees! Check out my SLIDESHOW for 5 styles similar to the one she sported.

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Tags :   adam , ali ro , badgey mischka , blake lively , blake lively style , celebrity style , cfda fashion awards , david meister , fashion , forever 21 , hot pink , michael kors

Hot In The Hive: Cynthia Rybakoff Rock Candy Crystal Necklace!

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Cynthia Rybakoff has found a beautiful and unique way to satisfy any girl's sweet tooth that doesn't add any calories! Her Rock Candy Crystal necklaces are easy to wear, totally eye-catching and guilt-free! Fashioned out of rough rock crystals, these necklaces resemble pieces of rock candy tied with vibrantly colored satin ribbons. The crystals are all translucent white and the satin ribbons come in a variety of fun colors including turquoise, tangerine, lime green and hot fuchsia! The perfect piece to stand out from the crowd, this necklace will look great adorning almost any outfit. The Rock Crystal necklace is unique, youthful, bright and elegant all at once! Wear it with a knit top and cute shorts for a sweet day time outfit, or try it with a flowing, draped maxi dress to turn heads during a lunch date! Adorn your tried and true LBD to add some color and spark to an evening look! However you choose to wear it, it'll make people want to eat you up! Just don't break a tooth!


Price: $68, on sale for $48
Who Found It: designcyn was first to add the Cynthia Rybakoff Rock Candy Crystal Necklace to the Hive.

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Tags :   candy , crystal , cynthia rybakoff , fashion , jewelry , lbd , necklace , ribbon , rock crystal , satin , shopping , style , sugar , sweet

Get Active With Gap's New "Athleta" Line

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Finding cute workout clothes can be a challenge, especially when you don't want to shell out for those designer Stella McCreditcardmaxout lines. New from the Gap Group: Athleta, a line of workout clothing for women that's affordable and attractive. We're not going to say the styles are to-die-for, but it's worth checking out. You can shop by sport, which doesn't just include your basic yogawear and running gear, but also covers ski/snowboarding, golf, and hiking. In the mix you'll find bra-tanks in punchy colors, skirt-capris, patterned performance swimsuits that are the anti-Speedo, and nylon tennis dresses. There are some crazy prints that vary from loud graphic flowers to hippie mendi designs that you may want to be cautious about wearing. At least you can say they're not boring!


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Tags :   athleta , fashion , gap , gym , style , the frisky , workout

Buzzworthy Deals From Shop Intuition, Benefit Cosmetics, Oak NYC, And More!

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Since I've cut myself off from all forms of shopping (unless it's for someone else, or food) and therefore need to live vicariously through someone else's haphazard credit card swiping habits, I bring you today's Buzzworthy Deals with the hope that you will do sufficient damage. Go forth and spend.


The 304050 end of season sale is on at Oak! Don't miss their warehouse sale either- in all, lots of fun, edgy pieces are marked down.


Shop Intuition is having a pre-Fourth of July sale, with savings of up to 80% off! Plus, take 20% off regularly priced merchandise with code STARSTYLE, now through midnight July 5th.


Spend $50 at Benefit Cosmetics and get a free high beam (a shimmery pink liquid highlighter for cheekbones) with your purchase! Use code HIGHBEAM at checkout and don't forget to add the product to your bag!


Love Dolce Vita shoes? Take $25 off your $100 purchase (code 25OFF100), $50 off $200 (code 50OFF200), $80 off $300 (code 80OFF300), or $115 off your $400 purchase (code 115OFF400), now through July 7.

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Tags :   beauty , benefit , benefit cosmetics , buzzworthy deals , cosmetics , deals , dolce vita , fashion , oak , oak nyc , sales , shoes , shop intuition , shopping , style

Tell Time With Oversized Watches!

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Every year, "oversized" gets its 15 minutes of fashion fame. First there was big, over-sized, over-teased hair. We have seen over-sized pants and for both men and women, as well as over-sized outerwear and over-sized jewelry. More recently, we have seen over-sized sunglasses that make women look like one of their parents may have been a fly, as well as over-sized totes and handbags that could double as a studio apartment. The next must-have, over-sized accessory is definitely the watch. Huge watches are popping up everywhere from the dainty wrists of society's finest to edgy hipsters. The styles vary from simple and streamlined to adorned and flashy and everything in between. They are a great substitute for a bracelet or piece of statement jewelry and you can have multiple styles to go with multiple outfits! This is a great look for both men and women and would make a great gift as a matching set. Watches are a "must" part of an interview outfit and now you are able to show that your are responsible, reliable and fashionable! Have it be one of many eye-catching components to an ensemble, or punch up a classic look with this extreme accessory. Check out the slideshow for some favorite over-sized watch designs and find one that you'd like to spend time with!

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Tags :   accessories , accessory , burberry , fashion , huge , jewelry , juicy couture , nixon , over-sized , oversize , shopping , style , time , time piece , trend , watch , watches
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