Those That Vanity Fair's Best Dressed List Failed to High Light

Today, Vanity Fair released their International Best Dressed List. While I appreciate the people that their editors and staff have chosen as Best Dressed, I must admit I didn't see any of the people whose fashion moves I follow on that list. Here is my personal Best Dressed list:

Maxwell: His recent reemergence on the Music Scene came with a mature and Gatsby-esque image overhaul.

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Kate Middleton: The on again off again girlfriend of Prince William has a very classic almost Princess Di like style.

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Rachel Roy: Former wife of Roc-A-Fella record's Damon Dash and woman behind the Rachel Roy Collection. She often made appearances on MTV's The City this season, and I would watch it just to see what she was going to wear that episode!

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Olivia Palermo: She is the other reason that I tuned into The City every week. Her fashion sense is amazing!

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Briana Bigham: She is one of the fashionistas of BET's Harlem Heights Cast. I tuned in every week last year just to see what she decided to pair together for the political events, parties and lunches with her cousin Bridget and best friend and partner in crime, Brooke.

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Rihanna: Her eclectic style choices make her a shoe-in for this list! Enough said!

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It's Just a Fancy Headband: Successfully Incorporating Tiaras into Your Wardrobe

This summer I've been watching VH1's series, "You're Cut Off!" This show puts a group of women that have the same spending habits and diva attitudes as the children on "My Super Sweet 16" in a house. The ultimate goal is to help them realize how blessed they are, and for them to become more independent and less reliant on their parents and significant others.

Though the show wrapped last week, one of the cast members that will be forever remembered in Reality TV Land is Texan Southern Belle, Erica. She will mostly be remembered for her "Teairicas", plastic tiaras that she carried with her to the "You're Cut Off!" house and shared graciously with the other cast members.

Erica, the Tiara wearer. (Courtesy of vh1.com)

On the show, Erica wore a tiara almost everyday. It didn't matter whether or not she was wearing jeans or a cocktail dress. This got me thinking, "If Erica can incorporate a tiara into her daily wardrobe, why can't I?" Okay, I wouldn't wear one everyday or else I'd get the major side eye everywhere I go. My friends and I decided that a tiara is just a fancy headband, so you can wear it on fancy occasions, or not so fancy occasions.

What retailers sell tiaras?

Try a smaller tiara like the Dulcinea Silvertone Tiara from Target.com

Or try a larger tiara like the Rosalia Tiara also from Target.com

Whether you're wearing it to your birthday party or to movie night at your friends house, any time is the perfect time for a tiara!

"Deuces": A Little Music Video Inspiration

"Deuces", is the summer's ultimate breakup song. The ballad by Chris Brown features Tyga and Kevin McCall. The concept for the video is simple, but the fashion is anything but. The black and white colors, fresh sneakers, diamonds and Chris Brown's black denim destroyed studded vest helped to make this video a fashion success and served as an inspiration to myself to try to replicate the "rockstar" look that all of the men in the video portrayed.

I was able to find some screen shots of this video from thechrisbrownblog.com.

In this shot, Chris wears a black destroyed studded denim vest, over sized black aviator sunglasses and light wash jeans. In order to channel this look in a more feminine way:

I would pair Guess's Saddle Wash Strech Daredevil Skinny Jeans

With a pair of Studded Pumps like these studded Fiesta peep toe pumps from Naughty Monkey:

and add the Cat 5000 oversized plastic framed Ray Ban Sunglasses to complete the look.

In this shot of Tyga, he sports a large diamond necklace with oversized diamond earrings. This is a perfect way to glam up the grungy rockstar look.

In order to replicate this look, try a rhinestoned bib necklace like this one from Forever21:

and pair it with a a black tank or throw in a colorful tank in turquoise or hot pink to mix it up a little.

Cropped Pants make a Comeback! Or did they ever leave?

So if there is anything that I have noticed while perusing the stores for the latest fall fashion trends, it is that the cropped pants that I thought had been retired along with my middle school yearbook have made a return to the fashion scene.

This time, instead of wearing them with t-shirts and tennis shoes, they are being incorporated into business wardrobes and chic weekend wear. Now, we don't have to worry that the cropped pant will shorten our legs, because you can wear them with heels! Lastly, these types of pants are what I call an in between the seasons item. They make great transitory pieces from the late summer to the early fall.

If you prefer a more casual look, go for a pair like the Monrow Slouchy Twill Cigarette Pants from Nordstrom. Notice that the model is not wearing a pair of sneakers with these very casual pants. She wears black basket weave platform sandals such as these cagework Calvin Klein 'Chelsi' sandals:

If you're headed out to the Labor Day Barbecues at the end of this summer, try a seersucker print cropped pant like the Lauren by Ralph Lauren 'Gwen' cropped cargo pant. To spice it up, add a strappy wooded platform sandal like Coach's 'Simona' sandal shown here in Salmon/Tan.

Lastly, pair the Marc by Marc Jacobs 'Baillie' pinstripe pant with a classic black patent leather pump or spice it up with an animal print wedge like Sam Edelman's 'Katrice' sandal for casual Fridays.

High End Shoppers Avoid Gaudy Labels

So my friend E-Mailed me this NY Times Article about designer labels and how they tend to avoid the outward display of their names on the clothing and accessories. It's pretty interesting. Take a look: http://www.nytimes.com/2010/07/26/business/26drill.html?_r=1&src=me&ref=business

A Polished Look: Fall Nail Polish Trends

This week I decided to actually take care of my nails and I gave myself a pedicure and manicure. But when I looked into my nail polish wardrobe, I realized that I had a wide variety of one fabulous color, pink. Pink is beautiful and feminine, but I think I want to shake up my repertoire a little bit for the upcoming fall months. My new shades will probably match the "in" colors for the season, purples, grays, and natural palettes.

Check out the natural shades by Chanel. The lighter beige color, "Django" by Chanel. The pale color makes it perfect for the work environment, and the shimmery sparkles mixed in add the necessary kick! On the left, is a darker nude color, "Inattendu" by Chanel perfect for the transition from summer into early fall!

It's a Sunglass Nation!

Sunglasses are more than a summer essential. For me, they are a year round fashion staple. You can catch me on a cold (but sunny) day in Boston with mine on. I mean what better way to hide under eye bags from that all nighter or keep the chilly winds from making you burst into tears?

I love the copper framed Sunglasses that Rihanna is wearing in this picture. They are perfect for that transition from summer into fall, and they are definitely a cute way to keep the rays and the wind out of your eyes.

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