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    Video Style Steal: Carrie Underwood's Boots Walk All Over ...

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    Alex Gambardella on Nov 5, 2009 10:25 AM 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.
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    Which Country Cutie Had The Winning Look At The Academy Of ...

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    Alex Gambardella on Apr 7, 2009 2:24 PM PDT
    Okay, I have to admit -- I used to hate country music. From the slow twangy accents to the depressingly lame lyrics about dead dogs and barbecue stains and broken hearts, I just could never get into it... until recently! With the invasion of young powerhouse vocalists like Lady Antebellum and Carrie Underwood ("Last Name" -- finally a country song I can relate to! Just kidding...) and down-to-earth lyrics from the likes of Taylor Swift and Sugarland, today's country seems to have adopted a hipper vibe, a more rock-ish sound, and an overall edgier quality that gives the genre a more modern infectious energy and mass worldwide appeal! And to celebrate such musical innovation, the Academy of Country Music Awards honored music mavens young and old in Las Vegas this past Sunday, and if the genre's leading ladies weren't already enviable enough in their awards-sweeping talent and golden-haired good looks, their glamorous red carpet gowns almost stole the show out of their own hands! Carrie Underwood, the night's biggest winner, toned down her usual sparkle with a fairytale-esque pastel ensemble, while Taylor Swift donned a mature one-shoulder red gown by Angel Sanchez that matched both the carpet and the backdrop, yet had her standing out just the same! Vote below on which of country's biggest stars made the best red carpet appearance! Photo Credit: PR Photos
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    Check Out Taylor Swift For L.E.I., Available At Walmart

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    Amber Fijolek on Mar 17, 2009 3:17 PM PDT
    Teeny-bopper girls want to be her. Jonas Brothers want to date her. L.E.I. Jeans wants her to wear their clothes. 19-year-old Taylor Swift tops the charts on both pop and country lists alike with her sweet, original tracks, and now she's about to top your style wishlist, too. Back in the fall, Swift posed for L.E.I.'s back-to-school campaign, and now she's using her big name- yes, the one that Nielsen SoundScan said was 2008's biggest selling artist in America- to inspire the designs of L.E.I..'s new line, available only at Wal-Mart. The fresh styles in her ads sing summer fun, as Swift poses in the line's campaigns wearing super-short jean shorts, gladiator sandals and bright, sunny colors. Plus, they're economically friendly! (Thanks Taylor!) Take a peek at some of what's available- you shouldn't say no to these picks!
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    Enjoy The Romantic Tuscan Countryside During Your Stay At ...

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    Anna Yu on Jan 28, 2009 3:19 PM PST
    Famed Florentine poet Dante (famous for The Divine Comedy) was exiled in the early 1300s to a little hilltop village called Gargonza. While you may not think being exiled is the best thing to happen to you, the serenity of the Tuscan countryside is worth it! If you're looking for a getaway with you and your sweetheart without the crowds and noise of other destinations, staying at Gargonza may be just right for you! You can rent an entire house for 2 people or stay in a hotel-style suite with bed and breakfast service. Enjoy the swimming pool surrounded by olive and cypress tress and discover the Tuscan countryside with fine wine, olive oils, and even shopping with antique markets and nearby brand-name outlet stores (hello Gucci!). Maybe you're planning a destination wedding? Rent the other houses (some can fit up to 10 people) and get married in the nearby church! Unlike Dante, the best part about Gargonza is that you can leave whenever you want to (though that might be hard to do). Click the slideshow to see more!
    Tags : tuscany , tuscan , travel , italy , country
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    Elle's Fall A To Zee Trends: Way Out West

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    Caitlin McNulty on Oct 28, 2008 12:19 PM PDT
    Joe Zee, Creative Director of Elle magazine, declares the Wild West as your next fashion destination in Elle's A to Zee Trends list--this Fall's fashion bible! Do it up right with detailed button-downs tucked into a pair of dark-wash skinny jeans or belted under a mid-length skirt. Complete your cowgirl chic look with leather accessories: branded belts, lace-up riding boots, and bags toppled with tassels or fringe! Carolina Herrera, Dolce & Gabbana, Gucci, and Richard Chai have already saddled up this fall with looks ready for the ranch and rodeo, straight from the runways. Go to Elle's Fall A to Zee Trends to see Joe Zee's picks, and check out the slideshow for our Wild West wishlist!
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    Hive Q&A: Latest Project Runway Bootee Says He Owned The ...

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    Lisanne Silverman on Sep 25, 2008 4:05 PM PDT
    As if being one of the five remaining designers wasn't enough pressure in itself, this week's Project Runway challenge had the final contenders stepping into a dual role- they would each be designing a look inspired by a musical genre. Their client? A fellow contestant. Time flew by as they struggled to play designer and model all at once, and the pressure manifested itself in all sorts of ways- Leanne embraced her hip-hop persona with a hilarious rap, Korto started feeling the country twang, and Kenley, despite being outfitted in a getup that was purely pop, had an attitude that was quite the opposite. When it was time for Heidi, Michael, Nina, and guest judge LL Cool J to weigh in, it seemed as if many missed the mark- some held back in their designs for fear of going over the top, while others decided going all out was what it would take to win. Kenley's frustrations flared, and Kors' comments were some for the record books- specifically towards Leanne's design for Korto's country persona ("It looks too much like a woman going out for ribs") and towards Suede's look for Jerell ("It looks like rock n' roll going to the grocery store"). In the end, the win went to Korto, whose punk look for Suede was the perfect balance of over the top and believable, and one unlucky designer saw that the outfit he created, while well put together, just wasn't enough. Read on for my exclusive interview to find out who it was.
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