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Kris Vs. Adam: Which American Idol Finalist Dresses Like A Winner?

by Alex Gambardella
May 20, 2009 12:36 PM PDT

After weeks of country-wide auditions (both impressive and depressing), loads of judge tension and quarreling, months of neck-to-neck competitive performances, a whole dictionary's worth of nonsensical new "Paula-isms," and style makeovers galore, it's crazy to think that it all comes down to just one night of singing their hearts out and a few billion text message votes. One of the finalists is about to have his life changed forever (as if that hasn't already happened to both of them already... or as if actually being crowed the "winner" really seals one's fate -- just ask Taylor Hicks). On one end, we have the guy-next-door acoustic Guitar Hero, Kris Allen, and on the other, a bad-ass Broadway-gone-rebel rocker Adam Lambert -- an unlikely duo who have just about as much in common as night and day. And aside from their vastly divergent musical tastes and sounds, their Glam Squad makeovers on the show's later rounds have them exhibiting their contrasting vibes not only in their musical stylings, but in their distinctly different fashion sense as well. Kris Allen's casual button-down shirts and blazers pair perfectly with his pared down acoustic accompaniments and raw yet soulful voice, while Adam Lambert's flashing lights and illuminating staircase entrances just wouldn't be complete without an equally dramatic rockstar look. We know this isn't "Fashion Idol," but hey -- how many times have you heard Simon snarl, "I absolutely loathe what you're wearing"? Face it -- posh performance ensembles are vital, whether or not it's really about the singing, so check out the slideshow for a week-by-week comparison of the last two standing, then vote below on whose performance outfits outdid his competitor's! Photo Credit: AmericanIdol.com
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Hive 5: Pretend You're on the Olympics Beach Volleyball Team With This Great Gear

by Lisanne Silverman
Aug 14, 2008 7:21 PM PDT

Few things motivate me to hit the gym as much as the Olympics. I mean really, sitting in bed while watching womens' beach volleyball just sounds bad for the ego, even while munching on supposedly healthy rice cakes, so onto the treadmill I went. But since the Olympics aren't a year-round event (training aside), I'll need something else- something other than the pair of super-sleek J Brand jeans I've had my eye on- to keep me making appearances at 24 Hour Fitness. Because these days, my usual attire, a ratty old college alumni tee is looking, well, ratty and old. Which is where these super cute workout clothes come in!