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Style Spotlight: Poster Girl 2007-07-17 13:17:00 The "Style Spotlight" segment features you in your very own editorial. Spotlight On Style! wants to feature real girls with style. See how "Poster Girl" of Fashion Trend Guide shows off her style.Who? Poster GirlHometown: Southern CaliforniaWhat you're wearing in the photo: A white lace-trimmed camisole from Target, a neon "highlighter" tank top from American Apparel, some high-waisted corset-style shorts from a boutique called Camouflage in Ventura, CA, a white skinny belt from H&M, and some patent Mary Janes from Bakers. What inspires you? Bloggers such as the Facehunter and the creative street styles of cities such as Tokyo and London.How would you describe your personal style? My personal style can be quirky, sporty, casual, understated, preppy or trendy depending on my mood and where I'm going.Personal fashion philosophy? I believe that it is essential to know what suits your body type and coloring so that you can build your wardrobe around pieces that flatter you. Also, wear ...

Makeover Mondays: Lil' Kim Edition 2007-07-16 13:47:00 Now, you know... I had to bring you another celeb worthy of a Spotlight On Style! makeover. And, who better to give a makeover than Lil' Kim. She may be dubbed the "Queen Bee", but too bad she hasn't been reigning supreme in the style department.Check out my makeover tips that are guaranteed to tone down her over-the-top look AND give her a balanced appearance: 1. I would choose tops for her that have supportive straps to support and lift her ample bust. 2. Since she has an large chest and slim legs, I would suggest rocking a light-colored jean and dark top to attract the eye away from top heaviness.3. For future references, a longer jacket or shirt will create a balanced look by supporting Kim's chest and slimming her torso. She should also choose pants that flare at the bottom and have some room in the leg.4. I'd put her in a full-cut skirt that flares away from the body, therefore balancing her large chest.How would you make over Lil' Kim? I'd love to hear your makeover tips a ...

Max and Chloe's Latest Offerings... 2007-07-16 13:47:00 I thought it would be great idea for all of us to focus on a store other than Girlprops for our jewelry obsessions. So, for your sake and mine, I headed over to Max and Chloe for my jewelry fix. During my visit, I discovered that they are currently promoting their Pre-Fall 2007 collection. And, I must say, everything looks amazing . From fine jewelry to personalized items, handbags and more, Max and Chloe has got it covered. Left to right: Sydney Evan Cherry necklace, $395; Kenneth Jay Lane Gold Pear necklace, $60; Gorjana Gold Treasure Chime earrings, $60. All available at www.maxandchloe.com.When viewing other items in this collection, I would have to infer that the collection seems to be inspired by 'old-school Hollywood glam.’ The majority of the pieces in this collection are rich and lady-like and they resemble items that were worn at Studio 51. You can always count on Max and Chloe to take the latest trends and put their own spin on it and this collection is no exception. Vi ...

Feet don't fail me now! 2007-07-13 17:04:00 It's happened to all of us at one time or another. You race from work to the salon to get a pedicure and when you get there, it's closed. Don't be that girl -- the one caught out there with chipped polish and rough heels in this fabulous summer season. Well, what to do? Keep these items around, and I guarantee that no one will know you missed your professional pedicure. 1. After a few minutes under the hot water, I reach for Totally Nutty Shea Nut Foot Scrub (www.freemanbeauty.com) The directions say to apply with hands or a pumice stone, massage into soles while focusing on rough areas and then rinse thoroughly. It's great when in you're in a rush and you don't you have to worry about wasting valuable polishing time. =) Bonus: This skin-smoothing foot scrub softens feet with nourishing shea butter and oatmeal, while pumice gently refines hard layers of skin to a baby-soft smoothness. 2. Next up is the Dr. Scholl's For Her Beauty Stone (www.drscholls.com). You can scrape all t ...

Seeing Red? 2007-07-11 17:21:00 Above: Garcelle Beauvais at the "We are Marshall" premiere on December 14, 2006.Above: Jessica Alba poses in the press room of the 2007 MTV Movie Awards on June 3, 2007.Red, a color that is to be worn by “someone who exudes power and sexiness." So, Spotlight on Style! girls get in line at your nearest shopping mall to pick up some fabulous items in red because you definitely fit the bill. From red apparel to red accessories, having a little red in your closet will do no harm. If you have a complex about wearing one color from head-to-toe, take a cue from Garcelle and add a little pop to an otherwise "basic" look with red accessories. I have always been a lover of this hue; it just screams "look at me" and that's ALWAYS a good thing. Does this season's hot new hue have you "seeing red?" What are thoughts? ...

Rihanna 2007-07-10 14:48:00 Above: Rihanna poses at a press call for the Tokyo Leg of the Live Earth Series on July 7, 2007.Lately, Rihanna has been seen EVERYWHERE! From award shows to concerts to hot after-parties, you name it, she was most likely there. The promotion of her latest cd, Good Girl Gone Bad, gives her all the more reason to stay in the spotlight. Despite the controversy about her new haircut and her newfound edgy look and sound (some say she's copying Fefe Dobson), you gotta admit she's been lookin great lately. Take this ensemble for example: this basic black halter jumpsuit looks even more fabulous with the two-toned Louboutin pumps she wore with it. ...

Steal the Look! 2007-07-10 14:40:00 Jumpsuit: Black halter jumpsuit, $163.45, www.saks.comPumps: Christian Louboutin Graffiti Pump, $675, www.barneys.comEarrings: Gold hoop earrings, $5.80, www.forever21.comI searched high and low and I still couldn’t find the exact pair of Louboutin's that Rihanna wore, but she does already have this same pair. Now, let me guess what you're thinking, you're thinking: "this look is WAY to pricey". I know, because I'm thinking the same thing =). But, you can look around in your local stores for similar items so that you can create the look without breaking the bank. Good luck and happy shopping! ...

Style Inspiration: Funky 2007-07-06 17:44:00 Janelle Monae looking chic and polished in her colorful ensemble complete with chunky bead necklaces.Rihanna, Teyana Taylor, and Kelis all show off their funky looks respectively.Above: Tunic, $19.80, Forever21; Top, $22.99, Charlotte Russe; Belt, $12.99, Charlotte Russe; Woven skirt, $22.80, Forever21; Floral tote, $14.80, Forever21; Earrings, $3.80, Forever21; Dress, $26.99, Charlotte Russe; Bracelets, $6.00 ea., Charlotte Russe; Beaded ring, $4.80, Forever21; Linen dress, $34.80, Forever21; Cherry bomb earrings, $10.50, Alloy ; Knit leggings, $15.80, Forever21; Skirt, $19.80, Forever21; Flats, $16.80, Forever21; Heels, $29.50, AlloyLadies, I'm really trying to broaden my sense of style! I am usually drawn to clothing that has a girly-romantic feel rather than the funkier pieces I desire. So from this day forward, I vow to take some inspiration from the ladies above and branch into more eclectic, unique clothing. I found some cute items (see: pic above) that I think will fit my new ...

Think You've Got Style? Prove It!!!! 2007-07-05 17:54:00 Are you always lookin fab from head to toe and have nothing to show for it? Well, now you can on "Style Spotlight." I am introducing Style Spotlight! to feature real girls with real style. By participating in Style Spotlight! you can show all of us why "you've got style" baby. That's right, even us non-celebs have style too! =) See the requirements and instructions below to be featured in your very own editorial. I will find out who your favorite designers are, what your favorite item(s) in your closet are, what trend you wish would go away and more! Requirements:1. Must be able to submit a photo of yourself that most reflects your personal style.2. Must answer the Spotlight On Style! submission questions.Submission Instructions:Please answer the following questions. Please be brief and note that submitted answers will be edited down as necessary.Who? Name and ageHometownWhat you're wearing in the photo.What inspires you?How would you describe your personal style?Personal fashion ph ...

Flat-Out Fabulous! 2007-07-03 18:11:00 Above: Jessica Alba rocking a pair of basic black flats during her appearance on TRL on June 6, 2007.Above: Designer Kidada Jones adds a special touch to her outfit with her metallic gold flats at her Disney Couture party in LA. Feeling flat-out fabulous? Try these on for size... Above: Fuchsia Marina Skimmers, $25.50, www.alloy.com; "Kerry", $39.99, www.bakersshoes.com; Mustard Suede "Kizmit", $69.95, www.stevemadden.com; "Carly", $59.99, www.ninewest.com; "Blink Ulli", $29.99, www.journeys.com; Diesel OBI Slip-On, $79.99, www.journeys.com; Multicolored "Bullboxer Kaianne", $39.99, www.journeys.com; Lime "Sarah-Jane Salya", $39.99, www.journeys.com; "Floy", $39.99, www.journeys.com; "Shelly's of Marilyn" in yellow, $49.99, www.journeys.com; Womens "Restricted Nutmeg", $39.99, www.journeys.com; "Dollhouse Deehna", $39.99, www.journeys.com ...

Makeover Mondays: Golden Edition 2007-07-02 15:53:00 Well, to kick off new ideas for Spotlight On Style!, I thought this would be a good addition to my weekly posts. Makeover Mondays are when we take a well-known celebrity and critique their look by giving our own personal opinions about how we would change their style if we had the chance. There is no particular format to follow, just give general comments about how you would change her style. Golden Brooks is first in line for a Spotlight On Style! makeover. Golden has been stuck in a style rut for some time now and she really needs to change her look up a bit. And after seeing one unflattering dress after another, I'd say it’s about time for a makeover!Above: Golden at the EA Harry Potter video game launch on June 21, 2007.Oh, Golden! Where, oh where do I begin? 1. I'd put her in a more figure-flattering dress. She has too great a figure to hide it by wearing this oversized dress.2. I'd give her some shoes that fit because these metallic peep-toes look 2 sizes too BIG!3. I'd gi ...

She's 'Flawless' 2007-06-29 16:57:00 Dawn Richards of Danity Kane is definitely doin big things. Though, we haven't heard much from Danity Kane over the past few months, another track from Dawn has surfaced. Produced by Jim Johnsin, "Flawless" is sure to be a hit in the clubs. I have a feeling it'll be a summer anthem for us ladies. I'm definitely feeling Dawn's new track and I'm feeling her new look too. The new cut and color is fierce! Her cut has inspired me so much that I want my hair cut just like hers. Yea, it's time to trade in the long locks for something shorter and sassier. Enough about me already, check out Dawn's new track "Flawless" and let me know what you think.Listen: "Flawless"What do you think of the track? ...

Butterfly Beaute Designs 2007-06-28 17:13:00 Yesterday, I had the pleasure of interviewing Tonya Williams, founder, owner and head designer of Butterfly Beaute Designs Inc. She has been designing since she was twelve and over a year ago she decided to turn her passion into a business. Williams says of her design aesthetic, "I design jewelry for the woman who has her own style and isn't afraid to rock it. She doesn't follow the standard, she sets it and everyone else admires." Butterfly Beaute Designs' jewelry is designed to make a woman feel as though she is the starlet, the diva, the queen and/or the princess. With all the fabulousness BBDesigns entails, it was only right that I feature her designs on Spotlight On Style! Can you tell me what inspires you and what originally led you to the path of jewelry design?I've always had a love for jewelry even as a little girl. My Grannie used to take me to the jewelry stores and we would ooooh and ahhhh over the beautfful rings and other sparkly items. I am inspired by the old Hollyw ...

The Slimming Effect: Part 2 2007-06-27 17:52:00 To finish up where we left off, Part 2 of "The Slimming Effect" features the other two best dress choices that are guaranteed to create a slim line for your curvy figure.Oh, button up: Don a shirtdress and look hot doing it. This sleeveless cut is classy and functional, plus it’ll keep you just as air-conditioned as any other summer dress style thanks to its arrangement of full-function buttons. Add a good-sized black patent belt at the high waist and a pair of comfy ballet flats and you’ll radiate a timeless look that's still trendy. Some shirtdresses can be worn completely open over a tank top and skinny jeans for a day look, while others are glammed up to take you from divine day to exquisite evening.Left to right: Cotton shirtdress; $27.80 at forever21, Yacht Shirt Dress; $161.00 at Net-a-porter, Bellette Wrap Shirt Dress; $279.00 at Net-a-porter, Khaki button front shirtdress; $11.25 at Wet SealTanks a lot: Sheath and tank dresses are a perfect canvas for this bold color seas ...

The Main Event: Red Carpet Fashion 2007-06-27 17:27:00 The 2007 BET Awards, dubbed "The Main Event", aired last night. The show was hot and the red carpet fashion was even hotter. Below, are a few of my favorite red carpet looks from the evening.Above: Jennifer Hudson looked hot in her Michael Kors number.Above: Alicia Keys looked fab in a slate-colored Grecian-inspired floor length gown with jeweled accents.Above: Ciara, one of my favorites, looked absolutely gorgeous in her trapeze-style gray cocktail dress. By the way, LOVE the new cut CiCi!Above: Rihanna, the good girl gone bad, showed us how to rock white with flair in her stunning white dress.Did any of you get a chance to check out the show? What was your favorite look of the evening? ...