Jenny McCarthy and Jim Carrey enjoyed time on the beach on the 4th of July, and while Jim looked pretty good in his woman's bathing suit, she was hotter in her Scoop Beach Smocked Dress ($365). It comes with a rope belt but Jenny opted to remove it for the beach. Unlike many other ombre maxis, this one is silk so it's wearable in dressy situations. I told you dip-dyed maxis were all the rage.
Trend Alert: Nautical Bikini
It's bikini season again (I know, it always comes round too quickly) which means the stores are packed with various swimwear items. Whilst on her honeymoon, Coleen showed off an impressive range of bikinis mainly sticking to solid bright colours.
It's known that wool is an itchy scratchy fabric so you wonder how in the world these people are chillin' in head to toe wool. According to these hilarious ads, Henkel Mir wool detergent solves that problem. The tag line is "Rediscover the freshness of wool" and that is exactly what this model (are you in there?) is doing. I won't lie, I would be freaked out if I came home and found someone dressed like that in front of my TV. But on paper it's fabulous because it's funny and does its job of intriguing customers. What do you think, freaky or fabulous?
Something about viewing go-see Polaroids of models seems invasive, but cool. It's almost like getting a sneak peek of your favorite models in the comfort of their own home, without tons of makeup, without all the serious posing. For those who aren't familiar with modeling jargon, a go-see is an appointment arranged by the model or her agency as an opportunity to interview with clients. Models are asked to keep their face bare and their clothes simple and form-fitting. That's because designers and magazine editors want to see the real girl, sans all the fluff. Here are a bunch of go-see Polaroids that cast a new light on some of your favorite models, including Gemma Ward (left), Erin Wasson, and Daria Werbowy.
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The maxi has proven to be a favorite Summer dress, especially amongst the starlets. But there are so many fabulous styles to choose from. Dip dyed maxis are both comfortable and unique. These are ideal for the gal with a drop of bohemia in her blood. Who knew Jessica Alba was a hippie-loving mom? These are also perfect for those with a bun in the oven; Gwen Stefani has been wearing dip dyed maxis for months now. If these moms stick with the dip dye, those are going to be rockin' babies.
I have flashbacks to outfits in the Sex and the City movie. Not that that's a bad thing, it's just slightly odd, no? Anywho, I stumbled across this 1960's Black Silk Polka Dot Puff Dress, size small/medium ($169) and thought it was one of those dresses that could be funked up a la Carrie or prissed up for Charlotte. The big polka dots are super fun and the puffed tiered ruffle hem is probably a party to walk — no, strut — in. Many a belt can morph the look of this vintage frock. Any takers?
Do you remember this Banana Republic Floral Print Lady Dress ($80, originally $150) I featured, Sex and the City style? Since you all loved it so much, it's my duty to tell you that it's currently on sale along with a large stock of other Summer worthy items marked up to 60 percent off at Banana Republic. Now's your chance to get some sweet cheap deals so shop, shop!
Jenna Dewan walked down the street in Beverly Hills looking extremely chic and poised. Her structured white blazer framed her body perfectly, and paired well over her draped fringe Haute Hippie halter which she wore with denim leggings and over-the-knee brown boots.
From flowy red carpet gowns and body-skimming minis to casual leggings and cute shorts, this fashionable mom-to-be won't let a growing belly crimp her chic day-to-day style
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