Browsing in Celebrity Style

Amy WinehouseAmy Winehouse performed at a recent concert for Fendi, in front of a crowd that consisted of Jessica Alba, Sofia Coppola, the Olsen twins, Rihanna, Claudia Schiffer, Kanye West, Karl Lagerfeld, and, of course, Silvia Fendi. The singer rocked her signature beehive hair style and wore a cute black minidress. Winehouse supposedly declared to the audience, “Forgive my ignorance, I don’t know anything about fashion.” But judging from this picture, I think her outfit was pretty cute!

Photo from www.wwd.com.

Chris BrownAnyone know what a keffiyeh is? It’s a traditional headdress worn by Arab men. So why, you might ask, is Chris Brown wearing one? Well, we all know that Chris Brown sure as hell isn’t Arab. Some of you may not know, however, that the keffiyeh is actually becoming a trend in Hollywood! Jay-Z and other celebrities have also been seen wearing one. What do you think of the keffiyeh? Is it a cool replacement for a scarf? Or does its political, religious, and cultural meanings outweigh its potential as a fashion trend?

Photo from http://hamptonroads.com.

hilary_swank.jpgjennifer_garner.jpgWell, the 2008 Oscars have come and gone… but that doesn’t mean that we should stop talking about all the fashion choices from the show! I want to know what you guys think about the red carpet dresses. On the left, we have a photo of Hilary Swank, who wore a one-strap black gown. The gown was embellished with a criss-cross texture, and Hilary chose to wear her hair in a simple up-do. Below, we have a photo of Jennifer Garner. Jennifer also wore a black gown, except hers was strapless and featured ruffles at the bottom. Jennifer also wore her hair up, and she paired the dress with a beautiful diamond necklace. Whose outfit do you like best?

Photos from http://oscars.movies.yahoo.com.

Amanda Bynes Vs. Paris Hilton: Who Wore It Better
I was browsing the Internet today when I came across this “who-wore-it-better” photograph: a side-by-side comparison of two celebrities– Tom Petty and Mischa Barton– wearing fedora hats. Obviously, this picture was put together as a joke, probably for the purpose of making fun of Mischa’s fashion choices. I have to admit, I found it pretty funny… and in my opinion, Tom Petty definitely wore it better! Anyway, moving on to the real “who-wore-it-better” picture… Amanda Bynes and Paris Hilton were recently spotted wearing the same Alice and Olivia dress. Amanda paired the dress with her long, wavy, blonde hair, cute black heels, and a simple black clutch. Paris chose to wear the dress with opaque black tights and black round-toe pumps. Whose style do you prefer?

Photo from http://secondcitystyle.typepad.com

Angelina Jolie in Black Dress and BootsEva Mendes in Black Dress and Brown PumpsA cute little black dress is essential for all seasons; it seems most appropriate, however, for the colder months. Angelina Jolie’s ensemble– a black tank dress with knee-high black boots– is a great style for fall. To emulate her look, try this Kay Unger black silk chiffon ruffle dress with these Natalie black stretch leather long boots. Another celebrity who knows how to wear a black dress is Eva Mendes. She chose to pair a simple, feminine dress with brown pointed-toe pumps to create a cute yet sophisticated look. For a similar style, check out this Kay Unger black paisley tank dress and these Christine & Kelly brown leather pumps.

Angelina Jolie photo: Santiago Baez/Ramey, www.instyle.com; Eva Mendes photo: Henry Lamb/BEImages, www.instyle.com

True Religion Destroyed Joey Patchwork JeansJessica Simpson Faces LawsuitJessica Simpson has released a clothing line, called Princy, for fall 2007. As part of her deal with the Tarrant Apparel Group (who put out the Princy collection), Jessica agreed to promote Princy jeans in her everyday life. However, when the press asked Jessica about her preferred brand of denim, she proclaimed that True Religion was her favorite. Oops! Now she faces a $100 million lawsuit. On the positive side, you can wear as many pairs of True Religion jeans as you want, and you’re free to proclaim your love for the brand out-loud! Try these True Religion destroyed Joey patchwork jeans- they’re sexy, fun, and stylish.

Jessica Simpson photo from www.denimology.co.uk

Anne Hathaway's StyleIl Gilet Black Beaded Silk-Blend SweaterAnne Klein Black Wool-Blend Long CoatPrada Daino Chocolate Leather Shoulder Bag

It’s so refreshing to see a young Hollywood star who’s classy and elegant rather than trashy and out-of-control. Anne Hathaway never ceases to amaze us with her fashion choices- her style is classic and ladylike, with a modern, youthful edge. For a casual yet professional look, Anne chooses to pair black clothing with a maroon handbag and a brown pendant necklace. Want to look like the Becoming Jane actress? Try this Il Gilet black beaded sweater with this Anne Klein black wool-blend coat. And don’t forget the cute handbag! This Prada Daino chocolate leather shoulder bag delivers a punch of sophisticated color.

Anne Hathaway photo from www.getlippy.com

Paris HiltonAlice & Trixie Pink Paisley Print Silk DressYesterday, Paris Hilton unveiled her new clothing line. The items were showcased in Los Angeles, at a boutique called Kitson. As always, there was a huge crowd surrounding Paris- it was so big that the police had to close a lane of traffic. The clothes are affordable, with t-shirts for $34 and jeans for $88. The styles, however, are a bit questionable. With all the magenta satin and over-sized bows, the clothing line reminds me of a little girl’s birthday party- set in the 1980’s. For fun, feminine style, I prefer something a little more classy- like this pink paisley print dress from Alice & Trixie.

Paris Hilton photo from http://teamsugar.com

America Ferrera and Elisha Cuthbert in Thakoon Dress Kay Unger Black Silk Halter Bubble Dress
An adorable black-and-white dress by Thakoon was seen gracing the body of America Ferrera at an event in L.A. in April. Elisha Cuthbert of the series “24″ was seen wearing the same dress last week in New York City. The “Ugly Betty” star matched the dress with a cute pair of ankle-strap heels and wore her hair down, while Elisha chose a more formal look, with a simple pair of black pumps and her hair pulled back. Who wore the Thakoon dress better? Let us know! Regardless of the winner, we adore the dress. Want a black 1950’s-style dress of your own? Try this silk halter bubble dress by Kay Unger.

America Ferrera/Elisha Cuthbert photo from www.people.com (credit: Ramey; Bryan Bedder/Getty).

Jessica Simpson's Messenger Bag Prada Canvas Logo Jacquard Messenger Bag
People Magazine recently featured Jessica Simpson in their StyleWatch section. Jessica has been spotted carrying a brown leather messenger bag- which perfectly suits her new, laid-back style. We love the idea of a bag that’s cute and stylish yet relaxed and low-key. Want to emulate Jessica? Try any of these messenger bags.

Photo from www.people.com