Clothing

Rachel Bilson--dressed in head-to-toe Bally--wore a ruched silk chiffon dress with accessories, including python platform slingbacks, for the Metropolitan Museum of Art's Costume Institute Gala.

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Brooke Shields adopted spring's one-shoulder look in deep blue, worn with a pair of Wonder Woman-worthy cuffs. Like many other guests, she wore her hair in soft, loose waves.

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Cindy Crawford and Donatella Versace both wore shades of blue Versace. Crawford chose matching blue shoes and a blue clutch.

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Never one to be left out of a trend, Madonna showed up in a teal headdress.

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Katy Perry wore blue as if she meant business.

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Blake Lively's strappy metallic shoes looked great with this teal-blue Versace gown.

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Jessica Alba's crimson purse popped against her blue skirted dress.

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Gisele went short, shiny and blue.

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Sure, male celebs are rich and famous, but does that mean the rules of fashion don't apply to them? Judging by the number of Muggs (man Uggs), Mandals (man sandals), Murses (man bags) and Manpris (man capris) we've spotted on Hollywood hunks, the answer, apparently, is no! Our first culprit: Billy Ray Cyrus. Looks like Hannah Montana's dad tripped in his mandals and ripped a gigantic hole in his jeans. This entire look -- V-neck tee, soul patch and frosted hair -- is enough to make any teen, even Miley, embarrassed to be seen with dad.

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Brad may be a dad, but that's no excuse for this overstuffed murse. Calling George Clooney -- Mr. Pitt needs a weekend with the dudes to break this habit!

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The Hulkster looks badass... until you pan down to his ladylike mandals.

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For Olympian Michael Phelps, it must be hard to get dressed when you're used to wearing a Speedo 24 hours a day. These mandals belong back in Beijing -- by the pool!

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Bono found what he was looking for while on vacation with wife Ali Hewson this summer -- a heinous pair of mulitcolored platform mandals.

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Matthew McConaughey has been spotted all over town with this mega-murse designed by fiance Camila Alves. "I wear her bags daily!" he says. Hey Matt -- the operative word is her!

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Floral print blouse? Check. Pot of giant pink flowers? Check. Black alligator murse? Check. James Spader's outfit is complete.

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"Hello? Yes, this is Hugh Jackman. This murse is available in brown leather, too? Put it on hold -- I'm on my way!"

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Let's hope the entourage doesn't spot Jeremy Piven in these white linen drawstring manpris. The upside? A lovely slimming effect on his ankles.

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No one does murses and manpris together like Ironman Robert Downey Jr. Here, he looks absolutely delighted with his multi-pocketed weekend manbag and calf-length chinos (not to mention his grandpa hat -- nice!).

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This one-shoulder gown by Jason Wu was seen around the world. Proving her fashionable prowess, the newly-appointed First Lady boldly chose a dress by the relatively unknown designer. Knowing what works for her body, she eschewed anything too dowdy or cleavage-baring and instead focused on her favorite asset - toned arms.

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Many a critic found Obama's Junya Watanabe cardigan rather unsettling. The controversial piece, worn over a teal full-skirted Jason Wu dress, should get points for blending brown and blue if nothing else. At least her clothes fit better than poor Sarah Brown's, wife of the British Prime Minister.

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While we're the first to embrace Mrs. O's style, we must admit that these clothes look like they spent too much time in the dryer. In comparison to the buttoned up Dr. Jill Biden, Obama's ensemble is more play school than preppy. Clearly, the argyle detail on a sweater is a recurring favorite.

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While walking through a the White House rose garden on April 28th, Obama showed her love for a new designer, Sophie Theallet, in a full-skirted 1950s-inspired day dress. WWD reported that the First Lady was introduced to Theallet's clothing vis-a-vis her personal style consultant Ikram Goldman, and not Azzedine Alaia, for whom she used to work.

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Another day, another argyle cardigan by Junya Wantanabe. We don't think that kids would mind as much as we do this particular ensemble. Love the colors but, in the words of Tim Gunn, "make it work!" The belt has an awkward placement and the shirt bunches in all the wrong places.

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For her visit with Queen Elizabeth II at Buckingham Palace, Michelle Obama wore a black-and-white Isabel Toledo dress, an Azzedine Alaia cardigan, and pearls. Some thought the cardigan was not formal enough.

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The Obama's first Easter egg roll on the White House lawn drew a record crowd. For the casual affair, mama Obama looked ready for spring in cropped light blue pants and a kelly green top with a sensible navy jacket.

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Stepping out for church services with the President on Easter Sunday, Mrs. Obama wore a pretty floral frock from Peter Soronen accentuated with her go-to accessory, a double strand of pearls.

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The First Lady debuted her spring wardrobe at the G20 Summit in London, pairing classic styles with light, airy brights. In Germany, Mrs. Obama wore a custom Thakoon floral silk jacquard dress with black kitten heels.

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The First Lady poses on the red carpet at the NATO Summit in a black Azzedine Alaia dress full skirt dress.

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1. BLAZERS CAN BE BADASS: The traditional toppers are no longer relegated to just country club outings. For spring, they come in all different variations, from Stella McCartney's louche boyfriend blazer to a blue-green cropped version by Alexander Wang.


"Designers created really contemporary blazers for spring," says Barnes. "They are great for going from day into night as well."


Model-turned-designer Erin Wasson reworked the classic jacket for California skate company RVCA, complete with a silk back adorned with lightening bolts and a punk rock zipper.


Erin Wasson for RVCA blazer, $220, available at Opening Ceremony, openingceremony.us

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BLAZER BABES: Uber-models Natalia Vodianova and Gisele Bundchen rock their individual takes on the trend at a New York Fashion Week party in February. Vodianova dressed up her denim with a disco-inspired beaded number and scrunched black gloves, while Bundchen went for a more lax look in a black style with sharp shoulders and an elongated lapel.

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2. ADD SOME POP: Once upon a time, wearing an all hot pink outfit would have been taboo. For spring, it's encouraged, and then some. The look-at-me hues are prevalent in accessories as well as clothing,. "There are lots of hot colors for the season," says Barnes. "And they have carried over into fall, which is great."

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Rory Beca dress, $217, available at shopduchess.com

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3. JUMPSUITS ARE JAZZY: It's time to find a one-piece that works for you. To avoid looking like a mechanic, think along the lines of Bianca Jagger's Studio 54 style in the '70s. Even if it seems like a bit of an impulse, give it a try. (If you feel like splurging, go for Rachel Roy's luxurious backless number seen here.) Added bonus: These utilitarian rompers, which you can keep casual or spruce up with heels and a chunky necklace for a night on the town, were also big on the fall runways.

Rachel Roy jumpsuit, $1,995, available at Rachel Roy NY, 212-629-7170

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New York & Company Collection jumpsuit, $76, available at nyandcompany.com

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4. DENIM'S NEW LOOK: The skinny jeans seen round the world this season were created by Christophe Decarnin for Balmain. Save yourself the $1,300 (or more) and opt for a summer vacation instead. Companies such as Rock & Republic and American Apparel have created denim-inspired liquid leggings (made to look like really tight jeans). They are easier on the skin -- and the wallet. Alexander Wang's cotton twill shirt (left) is also a modern take on that Gap button-down from yesteryear.

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JEAN GENIE: Sarah Jessica Parker takes a stroll through the West Village in a vest by Current/Elliot, the hottest label to come out of Los Angeles as of late. "What I like about this company is that they take vintage pieces and rework them really well," says Barnes.

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5. T-SHIRTS CAN BE DRESSY: While we don't recommend wearing your favorite torn and tattered Quiet Riot concert tee to the office, there has been headway in terms of casual acceptability. Especially popular at the moment are the airy, lightweight tees made of ultra soft cotton. They lend themselves perfectly to layering. Dress them up with a chic blazer (see Rule 1!) or a cardigan. "You can also layer colors and fabrics," says Barnes. "Pair a white tee with a hot pink one [see Rule 2!]."

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Helmut Lang one pocket T-shirt in Sandstone, $115, available at Helmut Lang, West Hollywood, 323-951-0994

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THE ARGYLE SWEATER
Michelle Obama donned similar asymmetrical cardigans by Junya Watanabe - the pink version for a "Take Your Child to Work" Day event on April 23, 2009, and the blue version during her G20 trip to London. Her first pick by a non-US-based designer, the fashionably daring sweater was critically acclaimed by MO style-watchers.

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THE BOW SHIRT
The First Lady first debuted this white bow blouse by Moschino on April 2nd in London. She then recycled it for a "Take Your Child to Work" Day event on April 23, 2009.

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THE INAUGURAL CARDIGAN
We imagine most First Lady's would wear their Inauguration Day ensemble once, then lay it to rest. Not our Michelle. The pale yellow Nina Ricci cardigan she dressed up with a diamond brooch for her husband's swearing in ceremony has become a wardrobe staple - most recently seen on St. Patrick's Day, paired with cropped gray trousers.

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THE GREEN SHOES
Who knew that emerald pumps could get so much play? Michelle first donned these colorful J.Crew clickers on Inauguration Day, and wore them again during the G20 Summit in London.

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THE BLACK BELT
A master of the belt-over-cardigan look, this black studded belt by Azzedine Alaia is arguably The First Lady's favorite accessory. She's been photographed in it many times - here, twice during her recent trip to Europe.

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