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Gossip Watch: Victoria's Secret Catwalk Queen

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 12:30:22 -0500

It was earlier announced that Heidi Klum would not take to the runway in this year's Victoria's Secret Fashion Show and simply act as the host of the annual production.

She opened the show to a happy crowd and looked amazing - keeping in mind she just gave birth about 6 weeks ago. The outfit, pictured at right, is the one outfit she strutted down the runway in.

The show will air on CBS on December 1st.

Be sure to check out the $3 million bra that Marissa Miller had the opportunity to rock, literally (wait till you see all the diamonds).

image via people.com

Fashion: Reduce, Reuse, Rewear!

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 12:10:35 -0500

We all have that friend who can wear the same dress over and over and over again, but each time it somehow looks new. Or different. Or cooler. "I wish I could do that," you think as you stare at your dress and think that by wearing different shoes you will somehow achieve a whole new look.

FAIL FAIL FAIL, my friends.

Fact is, in order to make a dress look new and different you must change all components surrounding it. If you wore tights and heels last time, wear leggings and flats this time around. If you rocked red lipstick before, do a smokey eye and a muted lip. Add accessories, switch out the belt that came with it for a new chunky detailed belt, throw on a blazer...

Think about that piece in your wardrobe like your favorite fro yo place with an add-your-own-toppings bar: Oreo makes everything better the options are endless!

I know it can be a bit overwhelming (lord knows you can't pile everything on top of a cotton tee like I pile on every. single. topping at Yogurtland), so let me help. As an example I took one simple gray conservative-ish looking dress and broke it down into 3 totally different, totally awesome Budget Stylista ensembles.

Look #1: Rocker Chic
Throw some lace, patterned or colored tights into the mix with a leather jacket. Add some rocker chain earrings and a pair of sky high platform pumps and this dress just laughed in the face of Hilary Clinton's conservative pantsuits.

Dress: American Apparel
Lace tights: Apostrophe by Sears
Black leather jacket: Urban Outfitters
Black heels: Forever 21
Chain Earrings: Stella & Dot

Look #2: Casual With a Twist
Take that gray dress and work it for daytime with a pair of leggings and some adorable flat booties. Add a little touch of sparkle with a fun headband and make it more Fall-appropriate with a cozy scarf. If you wanna add more layers, slip on a long cardigan and you'll be comfy and put-together.

American Apparel Dress
Black leggings: Forever 21
Headband: Forever 21
Flat booties: Yup, you guessed it, Forever 21
Scarf: Urban Outfitters

For more outfit ideas, check out collegecandy.com!

Star Style: Rachel Bilson's easy-peasy outfit

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 01:00:00 -0500

Rachel Bilson was looking flawless as usual shopping at The Grove in L.A. What's fun is how easy this outfit is when you break it down. A simple black skirt and V-neck cardigan provide the foundation and Bilson styles it up with accessories. Sure, a classic Chanel bag and punky See by Chloe boots make it easy to pull off a put-together look. But the color statement comes from her scarf. Check out the black and electric blue Husky Scarf, $48 at French Connection.

Gossip Watch: It's Finally Here: Twilight: New Moon - Today & Tomorrow!

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 13:00:00 -0500

If you are one of the rare people who haven't given in to The Twilight Saga - well, get on it! Because the New Moon movie is finally out!

Even Harper's Bazaar knows the power of Twilight - Kristen Stewart and Robert Pattinson appear on the cover of their current issue, available on newsstands now.

Tickets have been available online and in theaters for a while now, and pre-sale figures are already smashing records. Many 10PM and midnight showings are happening tonight and the official release date is tomorrow.

ABC News predicts that New Moon will bypass the 100 million dollar mark by Sunday. (We'll be sure to post the astonishing box office numbers on Monday!)

Tips to Twilight fans: Go early - lineups for the best seats in the house are sure to form early on. Be respectful towards your fellow fans - keep your fangs to yourself. Try to keep the screaming to a minimum when Robert Pattinson and Taylor Lautner first appear on the big screen.

Enjoy!

image via harpersbaazar.com

Gossip Watch: Juicy Book News: Sex and the City and Perez Hilton

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 10:00:00 -0500

We already know what Carrie Bradshaw's life has been like throughout her adult years. Ever wondered what she was like before that? Well, wonder no longer...

Candace Bushnell, author of Sex and the City, is penning 2 new books - all about Carrie as a teenager! We predict a 3rd SATC-related movie on the horizon. If it's a good moneymaker - why not? Now, who could resemble Sarah Jessica Parker and play the role of a youthful Carrie? The first of the upcoming novels is due out on April 27, 2010 - one month before SATC 2 hits theaters.

If PerezHilton.com is already one of your fave places to click daily and Red Carpet Suicides wasn't enough for you - the pink haired quasi-celeb has another release under his belt. Due out on December 1, Perez Hilton's True Bloggywood Stories: The Glamorous Life of Beating, Cheating and Overdoing is sure to be an entertaining read.

The gossip media man is also doing a promotional tour for his new book - be sure to check his site for an update on the whereabouts of his signings and appearances.

Beauty: Budget Beauty Holiday Gift Guide, Part 1

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 01:00:00 -0500

The holidays can get expensive with so many people to buy presents for - your mom, your sister, your cousin, your boyfriend's mom, aunts, grandma, and your BFFs - it can be tempting to take the easy way out and buy a few boring lotion giftpacks that no one will ever use. Fortunately, we've scoured the web for beauty-related gifts $25 or less that every girl on your list will love!

1. Too Faced Easy on the Eyes Gift Set ($10 at Ulta) - This kit contains two amazing products from Too Faced, their Lash Injection mascara and Eye Shadow Insurance, in a cute pink bag. The mascara is long-lasting and doesn't clump, and the eye shadow primer keeps shadow from creasing or smudging - perfect for looks that need to go from day to night!

2. Juicy Couture Mini Nail Polish Set in Pink ($24 at urbanminx.com) - For the nail polish junkie on your list, this set contains a universally flattering bright pink along with a paler pink and white that make a pretty french manicure.

3. Clinique Limited-Edition Long Last Shine Set ($25 at Clinique) - If you're going to give lip gloss as a gift, make sure it's high quality. Clinique's gloss has a high shine and stays put all day, making it an ideal inexpensive but luxurious gift.

4. Tarte Three Carats Mini Cheek Stain Set ($25 at Sephora) - Tarte's cheek stains are amazing. You can take our word for it, or you can look at all the beauty awards its won! This set contains three new shades that will flatter most skin tones (and it's all-natural).

Check back next week for more pretty gift ideas!

Star Style: Karlie Kloss gets silly in seriously stylish boots

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 01:00:00 -0500

One of my favorite models Karlie Kloss recently participated in this befuddlingly cheesy ping pong challenge and video for Style.com, not sure what anyone involved was thinking. But, it is always fun to see models a) try low level acting and b) have fun and be themselves in front of the camera. I love Karlie's casual look and her flawless "just threw it up in an elastic" ponytail. Yeah, she's that girl with that hair. You may not be able to get the hair - but her super stylish boots are another story. Keep reading.

Gossip Watch: Poppy Picks Michelle Trachtenberg

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 11:15:00 -0500

Coach's newest line Poppy, which debuted this past summer, has been well received by the masses. Alexis Bledel was on hand at the initial launch party to help promote the more youth-driven line.

Now, double duty TV actress, Michelle Trachtenberg, (we love her on Gossip Girl; but, she's been doing well on Mercy too) will be designing jewelry for the Spring/Summer 2010 collection.

Another day, another celebrity designer.

image via gossipgirlinsider.com

Gossip Watch: Spencer Pratt Gets Fiesty On The Insiders

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 01:13:19 -0500

It seems like the panel on The Insiders were stunned. There are many moments of this interview where we are sure many jaws were dropping.

This definitely has to be one of the most immature moments (captured on television) for Spencer Pratt. As for Heidi Montag, we love The Hills, but if working on being a nicer person doesn't work for her hubby, a divorce episode (maybe season 7?) could be on the horizon.

One thing is for sure: the duo is promoting their book, How To Be Famous, and creating more headlines while they are at it.

Fashion: Fall Shoe Trend Under $150: Oxford Pumps

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 01:00:00 -0500

Oxford pumps are stylish and add a touch of the current menswear trend to your look. Pair them with a flirty, feminine dress or with jeans. Here are some affordable options under $150 for this trend:

Rockport Women's Evans Heights Oxford $119 - Endless.com

Civico 10 Jersey Lace-up Oxford $80 - DSW

Tahari Marley $98 - Piperlime

J. Aldridge by Sea of Shoes Wedge Bootie $128 - Urban Outfitters

Star Style: Even celebs love Steve Madden - Ciara wears the Mistres boot

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 00:59:48 -0500

Ciara was recently out and about in Steve Madden's Mistres boot. She shows how the hot boots can be dressed down with a casual black mini - but I think the sloppy T-shirt is a little too casual for this look. I'd much rather have seen her in a cute boho top.

For more details on the Mistres lace-up boot, keep reading.

Star Style: Teens (and those who play them) take the CFDA awards

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 00:25:40 -0500

The talk of the night may have been about CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund winners Sophie Theallet (more on her here!), Patrik Ervell and Monique Péan at the Cartier/Skylight Studios party on Monday. But we like our chatter about the true gossip - Gossip Girl. Stars Ed Westwick, seen above in shoes by nominee George Esquivel, and Jessica Szohr (pictured with model Jessica Stam) were on hand to add to the youth contingent at the fashion party.

Gossip Watch: One To Watch (And Wear): Sophie Theallet

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 11:51:42 -0500

New York City's most fashionable industry insiders were out last night to crown a new CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund winner.

Sophie Theallet gains the glory of receiving the honorable top prize to further her womenswear collection with a little pocket money...oh, just $200,000.

Past winners include Alexander Wang and Proenza Schouler.

You might want to secure some Sophie Theallet pieces pronto (Michelle Obama loves her line and she was only trained by Jean Paul Gaultier and Azzedine Alaia, ya know) - she is heading to the fashion major leagues.

image via telegraph.co.uk

Cravings: Wool Constructed Pea Coat

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 05:03:34 -0500

$45.80 at Forever21.com

This wool pea coat is a great coat to add to your closet for the end of fall and winter. Dress it up with jeans and boots and you're good to go.

Beauty: Stila Giveaway from BeautyTicket.com

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 01:00:00 -0500

Hate paying high prices for your beauty products? Then BeautyTicket.com is your new best friend. This site sells premium beauty brands for up to 85 percent off retail - some products, like Bourjois eye shadows and Smashbox lip pencils, are now under $5! This site is perfect for holiday shopping because it carries products for women of all ages. Other brands available right now include Yves Saint Laurent, Too Faced, Laura Mercier, and Stila.

It gets even better - BeautyTicket.com is giving away a Stila 101 "Introduction to Foundation Kit" to one lucky StyleBakeryTeen reader! The four-piece kit was originally sold for $42, but can now be bought for $19.01.

The Stila kit includes:

- Illuminating Tinted Moisturizer #2

- Perfecting Concealer in Shade C

- All Over Shimmer Liquid #3

- Short-handle #26 Concealer Brush

Entries to this sweepstakes will be accepted via Twitter and Facebook from 9:00 a.m. EST to 11:59 p.m. EST on 11/17/2009.

To enter via Twitter: Follow us and tweet "I want to win a Stila Foundation Kit from @stylebakeryteen, RT & follow to enter!" You can enter via Twitter once every hour (e.g. once between 3:00 and 4:00, once between 4:00 and 5:00, etc.).

To enter via Facebook: Become a fan of StyleBakeryTeen and set your status to "I want to win a Stila Foundation Kit from StyleBakeryTeen, become their fan and set your status to enter!" Then write on our wall to let us know that you set your status. You can reset your status once every hour (e.g. once between 3:00 and 4:00, once between 4:00 and 5:00, etc.).

Only 2 entries per hour per person will be accepted. This sweepstakes is open to residents of the US and Canada only. Winner will be announced on 11/18/2009.