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Beyoncé's 'Sasha Fierce' Clothing Line - Launching for House of Deréon

Filed under: Style in the News


Three looks from Beyoncé's new "Sasha Fierce" clothing line. Photos courtesy of House of Deréon

Everyone has a little "Sasha Fierce" in them, right? And now you can have a little "Sasha Fierce" in your wardrobe, too.

Beyoncé and mom Tina Knowles will launch a fall capsule collection for their House of Deréon line, based on the wardrobe the performer wears on her current world tour as alter-ego, "Sasha Fierce."

While the costumes Beyoncé dons on stage to promote her current album, "I am...Sasha Fierce," were designed by Thierry Mugler, Tina Knowles -- creative director of House of Deréon -- saw an opportunity to reach out to a wider audience.

"The line really exudes a different side of my personality, which I am grateful that I can express. The 'Sasha Fierce' line is for the confident, sensual and daring side of a woman," Beyoncé explains,

The collection -- which consists of sportswear, outerwear, handbags, footwear, eyewear, lingerie and jewelry -- will retail for $20 - $125 and be available later this month at Macy's, Dillard's and department stores nationwide.

Heather Thomson - From Diddy to JLo to Beyonce to Shapewear

Filed under: Swimwear and Lingerie, Celebrities with Style, Interviews

Stylelist has an exclusive interview with celebrity designer Heather Thomson, creator of the popular -- and comfortable and effective -- Yummie Tummie shapewear top. She's also the former creative director for Beyoncé's House of Deréon, and designer for Diddy's award-winning Sean Jean menswear line. Heather's accomplishments also include helping Jennifer Lopez create the Sweetface line.

Heather dished with StyleList about her time working with celebrity designers, as well as her latest creation, the RIPT Fusion– pronounced "Rip Tee" – a line of compression shirts for men who want fashionable core support. And she even gave us a sneak peak at the Yummie Tummie Fall collection, which includes some of the sexiest shapewear we've ever seen!

Sexy Stars Who Love Yummie Tummie

    Sexy New Yummie Tummie Teddy
    It's the sexiest shapewear we've ever seen! It holds you in and up!

    Yummie Tummie

    Heather Thomson on the set with Beyonce and Solange
    Heather worked with talented Knowles family on the Dereon, House of Dereon and Miss Tina brands.

    Heather Thomson

    Destiny's Child Blesses Heather's Unborn Child
    Heather, while pregnant with her second child, Ella, flanked by Michelle Williams (on her left) Kelly Rowland and Beyonce Knowles. Heather created the first Yummie Tummie for herself, after the birth of her first child, Jax.

    Heather Thomson

    Tina, Matthew and Beyonce Knowles
    Heather confirmed that Beyonce really is as nice in person as she seems, and gives credit to Matthew and Tina Knowles for raising such grounded daughters.

    Heather Thomson

    Damon Dash, Diddy and Heather Thomson
    Heather honed her menswear design chops while working with Diddy at his award-winning Sean John line.

    Heather Thomson

    Jennifer Lopez and Heather Thomson
    JLo and Heather -- just two cool chicks into fun and fashion!

    Heather Thomson

    The RIPT Fusion
    Superman abs -- or the appearance of them -- can be his, with the RIPT Fusion "men's undershirt on steroids!"

    RIPT Fusion

    Yummie Tummie Briefie
    New in the fall collection: Yummie Tummie comfort and control in a sexy bottom.

    Yummie Tummie

    Yummie Tummie Lace Print Strappy
    The comfortable and sexy Yummie Tummie Strappy, now in a trendy lace print. So cute no one will even realize it's shapewear!

    Yummie Tummie



We love our Yummie Tummies! Tell us about the new collection:
Since we launched a little more than a year ago, we've been building on the basics from the first collection. In the spring we added some great hot weather looks, including the Bare Back, a halter style. Our fall collection will add even more versatility – and sex appeal!

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Beyoncé's Ultra Revealing BET Minidress - Hot or Not?

Filed under: Red Carpet Trends

Beyonce looking fierce at the BET Awards. Photo: Jason LaVeris, FilmMagic

At last night's BET Awards (June 28) held at the Shrine Auditorium in Los Angeles, Beyoncé hit the red carpet in a shimmery Balmain minidress with a hemline that fell only a few inches below her hips.

The sequin- and crystal-adorned number featured a smattering of purple flowers and Balmain's trademark Eighties-style shoulder pads.

The dress -- or shall we say shirt -- also featured a provocative jagged hemline that we thought Beyoncé wore with enviable ease. She completed her look with purple Dior T-strap sandals with beaded heels.

Inside the Auditorium, Beyoncé performed Sarah Mclachlan's "Angel" and "Ave Maria," where the songstress again rocked Balmain, this time it was one of the label's long white jackets, over a bodysuit for a wedding-inspired number.

Have shortened hemlines gone too far? Or in the case of Beyoncé, who looked undeniably hot, is the thigh the limit?

For other questionable celebrity style choices, see below.

Snap Judgment

    THIGH, HI! Beyoncé strikes a pose on the red carpet at the BET Awards in a multi-colored Balmain minidress. The evening's Best Female R&B Artist completed her sequin look with purple T-strap pumps and oversized turquoise hoop earrings.

    Jason LaVeris, FilmMagic

    Congrats to mommy Carnie Wilson, who gave birth a week ago to her second child, Luciana Bella. Instead of sporting the traditional Juicy Couture sweats, the singer opted for a chic leopard-print muumuu for her follow-up doctor's appointment in Beverly Hills.

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    Pucci Mama! Fergie vogues in a green and silver sequin Pucci dress with cutouts outside of the "Late Show with David Letterman" in New York City on June 9.

    James Devaney, WireImage

    Victoria Beckham arrived at Los Angeles' LAX airport on June 7 wearing a black tuxedo jacket, cutoff denim shorts and her trusty black Hermes Birkin bag. Are you feeling Posh's leggy look?

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    Actress Emma Watson has certainly grown up! The cutie Brit attended a party in in L.A. for Rodarte designers Kate and Laura Mulleavy, wearing one of their impressive frocks. What do you think of the 19-year-old's look?

    Dave M. Benett, Getty Images

    Just Call Her Slash Over the weekend, Lady GaGa arrived at Japan's Narita International Airport in a rocking bold-shoulder blazer, cutout leggings, and pointy toe pumps. Are you gaga for GaGa?

    Jun Sato, WireImage

    FLASH ATTACK
    Czech model-actress Eva Herzigova left very little to the imagination when she hit the red carpet at the Cannes Film Festival in this nude sequin Atelier Versace gown. Is Eva's look bold or too bare?

    Dave Hogan, Getty Images

    Anne Hathaway slithered into the Village Voice's Obie Awards wearing this scaly green number with cut-out shoulders.

    Astrid Stawiarz, Getty Images

    Drew Barrymore steps out in Hollywood looking like an 80s movie extra in a sheer white T-shirt and matching tie-dye bra and leggings. She completed her look with white-rimmed sunglasses, a finger-less glove, and leather sandals. Are you feeling Drew's fashion flashback?

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    Hilary Swank wore this metallic grey gown with its rising hemline to Cannes Film Festival.

    Pascal Le Segretain, Getty Images

L'Oreal Found Guilty of Racial Discrimination

Filed under: Style in the News

L'Oréal: A dominant drugstore presence. Photo: Fabrice Coffrini, AFP/Getty Images

As reported by the UK Times Online, L'Oréal has been found guilty of racial discrimination by France's highest court, La Cour de Cassation. Some specific claims against the cosmetic giant:

  • Recruiting "BBR" staff (bleu, blanc, rouge--the colors of the French flag), a known term for those with purely French heritage
  • Faxing a memo that all Garnier hostesses should be 18-22, wear size 38-42, and be "BBR"
  • Candidates for employment at the L'Oréal agency were said to be 38.7% minorities, but only 4.65% of those hired represented minority backgrounds.
  • Employees said they were told to favor a white staff

Though company reps claimed that the requests were meant to source applicants who could speak French fluently and represent the brand eloquently, the court found that L'Oréal's racial favoritism was in violation of employment laws.

The company met its first sign of trouble last summer when it was accused of lightening Beyoncé's skin in ads she appeared in for various L'Oréal products.

What do you think about the case? Leave a comment below.

Beyoncé Rocks Fierce Heels in New 'Ego' Video

Filed under: Shoes




Beyoncé just released her video for 'Ego' and it bears a striking resemblance to "Single Ladies." Once again, she's flanked by two look-alike backup dancers and the video was shot in black and white for a retro feel. Another similarity -- Ms. Knowles (aka "Sasha Fierce") looks hot!

To perfectly complement a shimmery, Forties-inspired romper, sexy fishnets and Marilyn Monroe-worthy gloves, the singer stays in step with Stuart Weitzman's black satin "Peepers" pump.

All the Slingback Ladies! Stuart Weitzman's "Peepers" Pump. Photo courtesy of Stuart Weitzman/Zappos

The fact that her footwear of choice involves a sculpted, crystal-encrusted heel should come as no surprise; we are talking about Beyoncé, after all.

And, even if your plans don't include going on tour anytime soon, you can still get your hands (gloves optional) on a pair of these peep-toe slingbacks. Visit Zappos for the satin stunner ($575) in a variety of colors.

Ali Larter is "Obsessed"

Filed under: Clothing, Celebrities with Style, Interviews

One look at the trailers for the new movie "Obsessed," starring Ali Larter as an office siren turned psycho stalker, and it's pretty clear the title is accurate. But the real-life Larter also was obsessed in the best kind of way -- she wanted her character's look to be absolutely perfect, right down to her underwear, says costume designer Maya Lieberman.


In one of the movie's hotter scenes, Larter's Lisa Sheridan surprises the object of her desire, played by Idris Elba, with the old nothing-but-silk-and-lace under the coat trick. Lieberman says Larter came up with the idea for the vintage inspired ensemble herself.

"The lingerie was 100% Ali's idea," Lieberman said. "She wanted to avoid anything stripper inspired because she felt strongly that her character would pick something high fashion and sophisticated."

Lieberman used two pieces from different sets and dyed them to match.

The final look? Classy, sexy and surprisingly demure. A nice change, no doubt, for an actress who first made headlines wearing nothing but a whipped cream bikini in 1999's "Varsity Blues."

Feeling fashion obsessed yourself? Head over to BlackVoices to enter their "Obsessed" sweepstakes. Grand prize is a a $1,375 Hermes "Garden Party" tote and a $1,000 spa package. Can you get any more obsession worthy?

And after the jump, more on how Lieberman created Larter's look and that of Beyoncé Knowles, who plays the woman wronged.

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Angelina Jolie on the Master Cleanse

Filed under: Style in the News, Celebrities with Style

Angelina Jolie at the 2009 OscarsDoes Angelina Jolie think she's fat? We don't! That's Angelina on the right at the Oscars, looking svelte and lovely -- perhaps not her skinniest, but who cares if she's stick-skinny? She's a stone cold fox! Maybe it's for the character in her upcoming film, maybe it's pressure from the studios, but for whatever reason, Angelina Jolie is reportedly on the Master Cleanse -- which made its name when Beyonce used it to drop weight for Dreamgirls -- and people are getting worried ...

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Falsies 101 - Tip of the Day!

Filed under: Cosmetics, Style Tip of the Day, Beauty Tips

Jennifer LopezIf there is one feature that makes the face pop, it is enhancing the eyelashes. Sure mascara can do an okay job. But, if you can master the art of the false lash, you will need to apply very little else to get a gorgeous look. In fact, you can get lush lashes in five simple steps. We promise!

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Odd at the Oscars

Filed under: Events: On the Scene, Celebrities with Style, Celebrity Fashion Mistakes, Red Carpet Trends

The Oscars never fails to entertain and delight us, and there are always a few things that stick out to us on the red carpet as a little odd. This year, we did double takes when we saw beautiful Natalie Portman's breasts staring at us and the lovely Melissa George in her underwear. Did Matthew Broderick get guylights? And what do Mickey Rourke and Ellen Degeneres have in common? Have a look through our gallery to see.

Odd at the Oscars

    Matthew Broderick
    Matthew, honey, we know you expected all eyes to be on SJP's voluptuous curves, but dude -- ditch the "guylights" and give them to Hannah Montana (whose dress was great, but whose hair was surprisingly lackluster).

    Phillip Seymour Hoffman
    We know it wasn't cold there (shoot, Jennifer Aniston wasn't even niptacular), so why was he wearing a hat? We're assuming he went in for guylights with Matthew Broderick and was less thrilled with the results.

    Freida Pinto
    We know you're new to the red carpet, but here's the thing. Nancy Kerrigan called, and she wants her skating costume back. Sorry.

    Natalie Portman
    Well, she might not follow you around the room (or maybe she does, what do we know?), but the magic eyes on her breasts do. Yowza.

    Amy Adams
    Statement necklaces are huge, but this one is huge enough to pull double duty as a bib. And just in case it missed anything, the dress came with a handy dandy tucked in napkin. You know, because actresses always eat at these things, right?

    Heidi Klum
    She missed her workout that morning, but got one in by wearing 60 pounds of bracelets on her arm. Hey, when you're a wife, mother, supermodel, TV host, and entrepreneur, you have to multitask!

    Melissa George
    She loved her underwear so much, she decided not to wear the dress. We've all thought about doing this, and now we're glad we didn't.

    Mickey Rourke
    We're animal lovers here, for sure, but Mickey pulls a total Ellen with his puppy love pendant. Oh, who are we kidding? We just about teared up with him. Or for him. Not sure which.

    Beyonce
    Beyonce Knowles gives Scarlett O'Hara a run for her money in this curtain-esque print, complete with valance ruffle. But even running wouldn't make Scarlett this bootylicious!

Beyonce's Alarming 'Do

Filed under: Style in the News, Celebrities with Style, Hair Cut and Style

Who hasn't had an embarrassing trip through airport security. Maybe it's your belt, or your sunglasses, or maybe it's your bellybutton ring. Beyoncé is no exception -- the curvaceous chanteuse recently found herself held up at LAX security.

Style Evolution: Beyonce

    From a 17-year-old girl group singer to a 27-year-old superstar, Beyoncé Knowles's career and fashion sense have exploded. With her third solo album I am...Sasha Fierce hitting stories this week, Stylelist took a look back at the star's not- always-stylish evolution.

    Steve Granitz, WireImage | Steve Granitz, WireImage

    Can you find Beyoncé in this picture? B -- second from right -- has come a long way from this sari-clad stop at the 1998 Soul Train awards with the members of Destiny's Child.

    Brenda Chase, Getty Images

    At the 1999 Soul Train Awards, the girls of Destiny's Child were a purple haze of taffeta.

    Mirek Towski, Time & Life Pictures/Getty Image

    Don't blame Beyoncé for the group's third straight matchy-matchy trip to the 2000 Soul Train Awards. Blame her mom. Until recently, Tina Knowles was responsible for all of her daughter's red carpet...um...moments. (Maybe that's why the Soul Train Awards went kaput.)

    Jim Smeal, WireImage

    The DC ladies rocked in warrior princess-meets-biker-chick ensembles to the 2000 MTV VMAs.

    Robin Platzer, Twin Images / Online USA / Getty Images

    Making waves? Working the red carpet the 9th Annual MTV Movie Awards in 2000 Beyoncé coordinated the crimping pattern in her hair to the wavy pattern in her dress.

    Steve Granitz, WireImage

    The 43rd Annual Grammy Awards in 2001 were clearly a high point in Beyoncé's early career. Sadly the same can't be said for her fashion choice.

    Steve Granitz, WireImage

    Don't tell mama. Perhaps in an attempt to bond with their young audience, Beyoncé, Kelly and Michelle dressed as Girl Scouts for Nickelodeon's 14th Annual Kid's Choice in 2001.

    Chris Weeks, Getty Images

    Fans turned up to meet Destiny's Child while they were promoting their mega hit "Survivor" in 2001. Instead, they were greeted by technicolor cowgirls.

    George DeSota, Getty Images

    At least she had the good sense to avoid a major J-Lo underwear snafu by wearing pasties under her sheer genie suit at the 2002 Grammy Awards.

    Steve Granitz, WireImage



She ditched the shoes, but still was setting off the metal detector, and it turned out that the problem was all in her head. Erm, her hair, rather. Not so surprising, considering her impressive wig collection, right?

We haven't had that particular problem, but we've definitely had our share of embarrassing moments in the security line (one involving an electric razor that got switched on and hummed its way through the x-ray machine). We've definitely learned to choose our traveling outfits based on how easily they'll go through airport security. How about you? What's your most embarrassing airport security gaffe? Let us know in the comments!

Hair Raising Star Styles

    Jada Pinkett Smith
    Please tell us this mullet chop job is for a movie. When Jada's hair is slightly grown out, shiny and sleek, its easy to see why she and her hunky hubby are considered one of Hollywood's most stylish couples.

    Steve Granitz, WireImage.com

    At her best, Katherine Heigl successfully channels Veronica Lake. But with too much product, her locks are dingy: No self-respecting bridesmaid would ever leave the house with hair that looks like it was inspired by "There's Something About Mary".

    Alexandra Wyman, WireImage.com

    Christina Aguilera
    Only Bo Derek could be a perfect "10" in cornrows. Her new mommy makeover included trading her Dirrty 'do for Marilyn Monroe-inspired platinum blonde waves

    WireImage.com

    Victoria Beckham
    Posh pioneered the blunt bob trend -- and it suits her no-nonsense fashion style perfectly. In this uptight up-do (r.), she looks like she's taking her reputation as an ice queen a little too seriously

    Ethan Miller, Getty Images

    Paris Hilton
    Despite her privileged background, Paris has a hard time pulling off the sophisticated debutante look. A flirty asymmetrical bob works better for L.A.'s biggest party girl

    Dimitrios Kambouris, WireImage.com

    Katie Holmes
    Katie's tousled tresses make her look like she's playing dress-up. Her Posh-inspired bob and bangs are picture perfect Hollywood Wife.

    Kevin Mazur, WireImage.com

    Mary-Kate Olsen
    She's known for her eccentric style, but Mary Kate's Marc Jacobs' headband is less modern fashion icon, more Jane Fonda (circa 1982).
    Tousled blonde tresses are better on a 22-year-old, no matter how many millions she's got

    Dimitrios Kambouris, WireImage.com

    Fergie
    Hey, Fergie -- Bret Michaels wants his look back. The star is far more Glamorous when she wears her honey hair wavy and free.

    Jeffrey Mayer, WireImage.com

    Scarlett Johansson
    Scarlett's super-poufy beehive doesn't create much buzz. A more natural style (l.) suits the pretty young star.

    Alicia Keys
    Hey Alicia -- No One should be using the "Coneheads" for fashion inspiration! Keys' classic beauty shines in her natural curls.

    Scott Wintrow, Getty Images

Obama Inauguration T-Shirts

Filed under: Clothing, Style for a Cause

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So ... what are you wearing to watch the Inauguration? That's right, it's not just celebrities who are making fashion plans for the big day. If ever there was a day to make a political statement with your clothing, it's next Tuesday!

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Brangelina Wax Figures Snub Seacrest on Golden Globes Red Carpet

Filed under: Celebrities with Style, Red Carpet Trends

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Those Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie wax figures are back on the red carpet and stirring up trouble, this time at the Golden Globe Awards.

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Top 5 - Stars Favorite Designers From the 2009 Golden Globes Red Carpet

Filed under: Celebrities with Style, Red Carpet Trends

Jennifer MorrisonEvery designer wants their dress chosen for an awards ceremony like the Golden Globes. A high profiled celeb equals maximum exposure. However, very few succeed. And this year, even fewer since a small handful of well-chosen designers dressed nearly every starlet on the carpet. Wanna know who the most wanted designers were?

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Beyonce in Alexander McQueen - I Want That!

Filed under: Get the Look

BeyonceIn November, Beyonce performed at the World Music Awards in – get this – a pair of $50 shoes!

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House of Dereon Intimates - A StyleList Exclusive Preview

Filed under: Swimwear and Lingerie, Product Reviews

Beyoncé. Beyoncé. Beyoncé. Okay, now that we've said her name enough for this review, let's look at House of Deréon, the fashion collections designed by Tina Knowles. We found out she goes by "Miss Tina," during a recent showroom visit to preview her S/S '09 collection of intimates and sleepwear. This totally exclusive preview comes courtesy of photographer Michel O'Shea and Yelena (RED Models), with beauty by Kelly Pearson for K's salon.

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    Strapless dresses on 13-year-olds
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