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Miss Universe Japan - We Bow to You!

Filed under: Style in the News

Contestants in the Miss Universe Japan pageant, courtesy of Getty Images.

Okay, beauty pageants haven't exactly been the pinnacle of high fashion (despite some attempts at updating the events). However, the Miss Universe Japan competition gives us hope -- how is it that those Japanese girls are always so darn stylish?

Rather than the skimpy, sparkly outfits we've gotten used to seeing in the Miss USA competition, Miss Japan contestants were decked out in retro, 40s-inspired swimsuits and complementary hats -- so chic and stylish, making it more like a music video or photo shoot than a traditional pageant.

We can't say that we're surprised -- we're often drawn to Japanese trends well before they show up here in the States. But we're definitely intrigued. Will we see similar costuming for the Miss Universe pageant?

Heather Mills gets booed at Miss USA pageant

Filed under: Style in the News, Celebrities with Style


Here in America, we love us some beauty pageants, and Miss USA is no exception. The gossip, spills, and thrills make the ridiculous contest a must see for all fiends of pop culture. But apparently, Heather Mills has a different impression of why Americans tune in to watch the pageant -- to see her gold-digging celebrity face.

It's hard to imagine why she has such a high opinion of her popularity here in the States, when the New York Post is reporting that the audience "booed and hissed when Mills was announced as a judge for the show." Still, somehow she's found a way to convince herself that America loves her. Reportedly, her enormous ego prompted her to launch an all-out attack on the show's producers to fatten up her contract.

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Trump lets Miss USA keep her title

Filed under: Style in the News, Celebrities with Style

Miss USA -- a title that is supposed to represent someone who is beautiful inside and out, caring and well-rounded. According to the Associated Press, however, the latest Miss USA, Tara Conner, hasn't exactly been the quintessential queen. She has suffered some criticism for rumors about her drinking habits since she won the the title (while she was only 20).

But more importantly, Mr. Donald Trump owns the Miss Universe Organization, and he had considered stripping Miss USA of her title because of the drinking. But since Trump is such a nice guy, he's going to let her keep her title, with hopes that she'll be the "comeback kid."

I find it a little disconcerting that Trump has the power the make this decision. The real estate mogul really has a piece of so many companies and organizations. What's next? Will he be the one to decide whether or not the president should be impeached? Or will he even be the one giving presidential pardons?

How You Voted

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    Do these ads belong in the U.S.?
    StyleList readers were nearly evenly divided on this, with 52% thinking that they should run in the States, and 48% finding them inappropriate. Get the full story here.

    Inzemove and Fred & Farid

    Curly or Straight?
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    Offensive or artistic?
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    Strapless dresses on 13-year-olds
    StyleList readers think strapless dresses should be saved for older girls -- 41% of you think the look is too mature. Get the full story here.

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    Half of you think Megan needs to get her own identity and quit copying Angie, but more than a quarter said Jolie doesn't stand a chance against this Fox. Get the full story here.

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    Did Calvin Klein respond to public's outcry?
    The controversial "threesome" billboard in Soho has been replaced with this one, but 51% of you believe it was just to keep people talking about the brand, not because CK caved. Get the full story here.

    Rachel Been, AOL

    Calvin Klein's Racy Ad
    Is it art or practically pornography? About 40% of StyleList readers found this billboard obscene. Get the full story.

    Maggie Coughlan, AOL

    Palin's Pedi
    Do you think Sarah Palin's funky pedicure was appropriate? If so, you're in good company -- 68% of you said it was fun and fabulous. Get the full story.

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    Bright, Light, or Dark as Night?
    How do you like your toenails painted? Over half of StyleList readers prefer their piggies with bright, perky polish. Get the full story.

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