On Sunday at a Golden Globes after-party, the unthinkable happened: a celebrity made a fashion faux pas. Oh wait, this happens all the time? Whoops! Well, this wasn’t just another celeb on E!’s worst dressed list. Shailene Woodley, who co-starred with George Clooney in Golden Globe winner for Best Picture Drama, The Descendants, didn’t wear the standard black stiletto to the after-parties like every other starlet – she wore barefoot running shoes. These “shoes” look like heavy duty socks that work as running shoes. Apparently they’re the better alternative for runners instead of a regular running shoe because you’re “one with nature” or some mumbo-jumbo like that. To me, these look like tragic toe socks.

The Golden Globes are definitely not the place to wear these shoes, and I think I have compiled a pretty decent list of places that no one should ever wear barefoot running shoes (“Anytime you’re not running” would be too easy). Read More »

Jen Aniston, Demi Moore, and a very photoshopped Alicia Keys grace this month’s cover of Glamour. And what, pray tell, brought these three women together? No, they didn’t all date the same guy, they’ve bonded over breast cancer advocacy. While breast cancer is, of course, a truly significant cause, can we talk about the fact that heart disease is actually the number one killer of women? Six times as many women die from a heart attack or another heart-related ailment than breast cancer. I didn’t know this myself until a  few months ago, and ever since I found out, I’ve been pretty perturbed about the way that breast cancer has become “the” disease for women to advocate for…but that’s a whole other subject for a completely different time.
But on to less heavy topics of conversation…
This month, Glamour’s resident gentleman has decided to enlighten us with four fashion choices that totally turn guys off.

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What is it about summer that makes judging celebrities’ looks a whole new kinda fun? Red carpet events often invite revealing hit-or-miss warm weather fashions, while the star-studded beaches of California produce more infamous bikini pics than a season of Jersey Shore. Seriously, give me an iced coffee and a copy of Us Weekly and I’m set for at least two hours of “What the hell was she thinking!?” and “Damn, she’s got a sick body!” amusement.

This summer is already tossing out looks fit for review by the Olympic judges. Just take a look at what our favorite ladies of Hollywood decided to rock to the MTV Movie Awards this past weekend. From leopard to tribal, prints seemed to be the theme of Sunday night and while our eyes were zigging and zagging to take it all in, there were definitely those who could pull off a bolder statement, while others…well, take a look for yourself (ahem, Rosie Huntington-Whiteley).

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There are some fashion rules you should follow.

Never show your legs and your cleavage at the same time? That’s a good one.
No denim on denim? Also a keeper.

Then, there are those rules that should just be ignored. Your purse doesn’t always have to match your shoes. You can mix prints. And most importantly you can wear white after Labor Day.

Of all the rules put forth by the fashion police, this one has always baffled me the most. Why is white only acceptable between Memorial Day and Labor Day? Why is it that this one color has such a limited lifespan, only to be paired with bikinis and boy shorts? From the plain white t-shirt, to the classic white button down, to winter white pieces, the color white is essential to every wardrobe, all year long. Below are some pieces that will make you want to wear white every day. Read More »

Gwen Stefani, style icon and fashionista extrordinaire, has quite possibly gone blind.  Recently spotted out and about with her son Kingston, she looks fabulous from the waist up.  But, scroll your eyes down to her…pants? skirt? skort? jeggings? diaper?  Train wreck!

Seriously, did she get lost and end up in Beyonce’s closet? What could she be hiding in there?  Her other son, Zuma?  Now, I know every girl has a pair of “fat pants” in her closet.  Those extra-comfy, extra-forgiving stretchy numbers that carry you through the less slim days.  But Gwen, unless you cleared an entire tray of Double Downs the night before (and it all went to your FUPA), go put on sweats like the rest of us.

So. Tempted. To. Give. Wedgie.

By now, we’re all familiar with the fashion atrocities committed by the male population.  No, sweaty dude, that mesh tank top does not look good on you.  Or anyone, really.  But women are not free from errors – actually, considering our traditional involvement with fashion, we make rather more mistakes.

In fact, that is the entire reason I read People magazine – the photo spreads that come out after major awards shows are priceless.  I mean, these celebrities have stylists!  How can these awful things happen??

Luckily, when I make a fashion faux pas, it usually goes undocumented.  However, it doesn’t always go unnoticed (thank goodness for my friends…the ones who truly care about me will tell me if I’m looking like a blind hooker as I’m walking out the door).  In the spirit of keeping our fellow ladies informed and aware (or end the unprovoked assault on our eyes as we walk down the street), we’ve made a list of the top five fashion faux pas’.

If you or any of your friends have done/are doing any of these…just stop.  Seek help.

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Lady Liberty wouldn't be caught dead in a fanny pack

Patriotism is kicking into high gear as our Nation celebrates its big birthday today.  Suddenly, the crowds on the streets look like they got lost on their way to a (slightly chubby) reproduction of an American flag-themed musical.  With fanny packs…lots of fanny packs.

In contrast to the more traditional elements of American style (bedazzled jean jackets, tie dye and reverse fit denim), people are going all out to show their love and support for this great nation. In the form of sequins. But is an American flag parachute jacket really the way to show someone, especially our forefathers, you care?

I don’t know about you, but it’s things like this that make me question my pride in America. I know this is the land of the free, but shouldn’t we be free of fashion like this? Read More »

Spring is nice for some girls, but me? I am all about summer! When springtime days start lasting allllll the way to 7pm, and nights don’t dip below a balmy 55 degrees, I start dreaming of summer fashion.  Summer dresses, strappy sandals, bright colors, bold patterns, breezy fabrics; I just cannot get enough!

But even with all the beautiful summer fashion options out there, I worry.  What is it about the imminent arrival of summer that causes normally well-dressed people to make some, shall we say, questionable sartorial choices? Why do they think it’s okay to be semi-nude in public or dress like children?

Sure, bad fashion exists year-round, but summer clothing lives so much closer to naked that its faux pas are particularly troublesome.

Below, a round-up of my all time worst offenders! Remember, they’re called ‘don’ts’ for a reason!

1. Uggs. I know I’m going to get some slack for this one, but I just do not care. Yes, I think Uggs are ugly as sin and make your feet look like blobby puddles of dough, but I have begrudgingly accepted them as a form of warm and practical fall/winter footwear.  That being said, if it’s warm enough for shorts, it’s also warm enough for sandals!  If it’s dress season, your Ugglies should not be seeing the light of day. Hide those things under pants.

2. Call ‘em short shorts, call ‘em hot pants, call ‘em Daisy Dukes: but ladies (and please, for the love of god, men) put ‘em away! There are some seriously cute shorts out there these days, but if I can see the curvature of your ass cheeks before that fabric hits bottom, they are TOO SHORT.

3. Jelly shoes: What, are you 5 years old? No. And if you are, you shouldn’t be reading this website. You are too young, little lady!

4. Tunics as dresses: Fine in theory, but for my general problem with these, see the entry for short shorts and add in the problems of wind, subway grates, and public staircases, to name a few. And everyone knows it’s a shirt. Read More »

I’ll be the first to admit that I am a What Not to Wear junkie. I love (and am not afraid to admit it) watching Stacey and Clinton trash horrible wardrobes, and watching people’s confidence blossom when they feel good about themselves. I would love for S&C to come to my house with a set of rules. The $5,000 Visa wouldn’t hurt either.

I’m just not sure about the “throw all my clothes away” thing. But that’s neither here nor there.

Now, there are many WNTW rules that I don’t need to worry about (I’ve got years before being tempted by the “mom jeans”), and I doubt I’ll be getting on the show anytime soon, but those fashion experts provide tons of guidelines that everyone can benefit from.

Everything I’ve learned about flattering fashion I learned from What Not To Wear. The following rules, courtesy of Stacey and Clinton, can guide all of us into more flattering options when shopping, or when trying to clean the skeletons from our closets. Read More »

I can’t pinpoint exactly when my irrational affection for Britney Spears began. I remember watching “…Baby One More Time” on TRL, but I’m not sure it goes back that far. Maybe it started at a school dance, when I requested “Oops!… I Did It Again.” Or it just might have to do with the fact that I can also enjoy an entire family size bag of Cheetos now and again.

I do know that when Britney stopped by The Late Show with David Letterman last November, rocking a sleek new haircut and a hotter body than we’d seen in quite a while, I cheered. In fact, I was inspired. Thanks to the aforementioned bags of Cheetos, I wasn’t looking so hot myself at the time, but if Britney could pull herself together, I could find my way back to the gym, too!

And when she dumped K-Fed the very next day, I really began to hope. “I’m so proud of her,” I told my suitemates. “In fact,” I declared, “if she comes out with a new album, I will seriously buy it.”

Well, you know what happened next. There was drinking, bloating, shaving her head, in rehab, out of rehab, ridiculous wigs, more rehab. And those are just the highlights. Her “comeback” mini-tour wasn’t exactly encouraging, either. Read More »