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Tori Spelling at the Heart Truth Fashion Show - From Runway to Your Closet

Filed under: Celebrities with Style, Get the Look

tori spelling at heart truth
We firmly believe that, if you're going to have a red dress in your closet, it sure as sugar had better be fun. No thank you, Simple and Demure -- whether it's a scarlet shift or crimson cap-sleeve gown, it should have some sort of edge to it. Knowing this, it's no wonder we love watching the Heart Truth Fashion Show each year. And it's also not surprising that we adored the funky frock Betsey Johnson designed and Tori Spelling wore for this year's show.

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Betsey Johnson Cancels Bryant Park Show

Filed under: Style in the News

betsey johnsonSay it ain't so! Betsey Johnson, everyone's favorite catwalk cartwheeler, will not, we repeat, will not put on a runway production next season under the Bryant Park tents at New York Fashion in February.

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Top Designers Quit NY Fashion Week

Filed under: Style in the News, Clothing, Fashion Week

Betsey JohnsonYou think you're the only one with an empty wallet? Think again. Designers Betsey Johnson, Donna Karan and Carmen Marc Valvo have all pulled out of Bryant Park for the Fall 2009 shows in February.

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Why aren't we writing about PHI yet?

Filed under: Runway Trends, Stores We Love, Clothing, Vintage and Retro, Dresses, Red Carpet Trends, Daily Obsession, Must Haves

PHIWhy aren't we writing about PHI yet? We thought about this question and have only one answer: we've been desperately negligent.

PHI is an internationally recognized designer with a swanky, spacious shop in Soho (71 Greene Street) stocked with designs we'd classify as "somewhere between Chanel and Betsey Johnson with a dash of Trashy Lingerie" -- classic lines with a punky, gothic, free love spirit.

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Hot Holiday PJs

Filed under: Holiday Style, Swimwear and Lingerie

Hot Holiday PJs

    Along with the holidays, December brings cold weather and the need for toasty sleepwear. But staying warm doesn't necessarily mean you can't be hot. There are lots of options for sexy -- and cozy -- pj bottoms, tops, robes and sleepshirts. From red silk to snowflake covered flannel, everyone can find perfectly alluring holiday lougewear

    Victoria's Secret Thermal Long Jane Pajama
    Who says long underwear isn't sexy? Curve hugging snowflakes will make him melt!

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    Victoria's Secret Supersoft Tap Pant
    The rich color and fancy lace are as pretty as a dreamy party dress. Perfect whe your bedroom is a little warmor you want it to get hot!

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    Victoria's Secret Flannel PJ Pant With Red Bow
    The simple flannel pj bottom is dressed up like a present with a festive red bow.

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    Old Navy Performance Fleece Pants
    Cozy and warm, with a seasonal "Red Snowflake" pattern. Pair them with a red cami or a tissue-t.

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    American Living Thermal PJ Set
    Fitted red cotton with satin trim, this set is jolly enough for Mrs. Clause!

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    Juicy Couture Knit Boxers in Red
    These men's boxers look great on Santa, and even better on one of his sexy elves!

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    Juicy Couture Intimates Gothic Modal Sleep Pants
    Soft and comfy, easy on (and off!) with a sassy ruffle on the back.

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    Anthropology Everlasting Garden Sleepers
    These cotton Lilka sleep pants are evergreen, and ever flowering. Comfortable waist band, and stylish wide legs will make you want to wear these to a party!

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    Anthropology Well-Tended Chemise
    These red pansies are as festive as poinsettias on this Lilka chemise. Adjustable cotton straps and soft fabric are a comfortable as a dream.

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Betsey Johnson Loves Red Lobster

Filed under: Runway Trends, Events: On the Scene, Clothing, Celebrities with Style, Style for a Cause, Daily Obsession

Betsey Johnson is so crazy.
So we were at Fashion Forward on November 10, 2008, loving the heck out of everything Betsey Johnson sent down the runway (as detailed in our Betsey Johnson Totally Blew Our Minds post), when this happened (above). WTF, Betsey? We didn't know you were such a big fan of Red Lobster.

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Betsey Johnson Totally Blew Our Minds

Filed under: Runway Trends, Events: On the Scene, Clothing, Dresses, Style for a Cause

Betsey Johnson's final dress at Fashion Forward, November 10, 2008, NYC
Last week at Fashion Forward, Betsey Johnson showed a collection of dresses that totally blew our minds. Pop music blared, lights flashed, women with giant hair cascaded down the runway, and all we wrote in our notebook was:

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A star, eh? No, ASTARO.

Filed under: Stores We Love, Clothing, Vintage and Retro, Must Haves

ASTARO is a creative new clothing line from fine artist and designer Patricia Baro.

With fresh cuts and unexpected splashes of color, Astaro is geared toward the non-traditional young professional. Picture the above top with a white collar beneath it: Totally work-appropriate, but definitely cool.

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Tim Gunn hosts Fashion Forward to benefit GMHC

Filed under: Events: On the Scene, Celebrities with Style, Style for a Cause

Tim Gunn is hosting a fashion show called Fashion Forward to benefit the Gay Men's Health Crisis (GMHC). Could he get any lovelier? We love you, Tim Gunn.

Fashion Forward will take place Monday, November 10, from 7-10pm at Skylight Studios in New York City.

The fashion community has always been a champion of HIV and AIDS research and support. Fashion Forward's hosts will include Tim Gunn, Betsey Johnson, Derek Lam, Italo Zucchelli, John Bartlett, and Michael Kors, and the designers will be Ports 1961 by Tia Cibani, Michael Bastian, Betsey Johnson, Charles Nolan, and John Varvatos. That's quite a lineup!

You can purchase tickets to the event online here. General admission is $100.00, reserved seating is $250.00, and the VIP front row is a $500.00 ticket. Go if you have the cash, it's for a great cause and promises to be star-studded and fashion-fabulous!

Knee high pantyhose -- not just for your grandma anymore

Filed under: Fashion Week

We love trends that are easy to rock on any body type. This fall knee high pantyhose with short skirts or shorts have been making their way down the runway. You don't have to look like a supermodel to try this -- but you do need a certain amount of fashion savvy in order to not end up looking like a grandma!

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The most unnecessary socks ever, brought to you by Betsey Johnson

Filed under: Accessories

Betsey Johnson socksSometimes pointless accessories are attractive enough to justify their uselessness, but these ballet style lacy lace-up socks from Betsey Johnson border on baffling. First of all, they look like they would fall apart at first touch. Secondly, what kind of shoes would work with this? Even the model legs in the sample photos can't make the socks look good, leaving the lacy edges sloppily spilled over the edges of the pump.

We can kind of dig what look they were trying to achieve, though, but we've seen it done better with a couple of cheap ribbons strategically wrapped up and around a pump-clad foot. It's a simple and cheap way to get the same ballet-inspired look without looking too ridiculous. Plus, it's another way to get a look from an otherwise average-looking heel.

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Betsey Johson once made out with the late Anna Nicole Smith

Filed under: Celebrities with Style


Well, isn't she just pure class? Betsey Johnson is admitting that she once made out with now dead Anna Nicole Smith. She has a strange way of justifying her actions, though.

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Birthday best wishes to Betsey Johnson, fashion icon!

Filed under: Style in the News, Celebrities with Style



We could kind of say that we caught it with Kristen's post on this drool-worthy ring, but really, we almost missed the 30th anniversary of the launch of the Bestey Johnson fashion label.

Betsey and her business partner and CEO Chantal Bacon had a big bash last Friday to celebrate their long and successful collaboration, which officially started on Betsey's birthday, August 10, 1978.

She and Madonna pretty much defined style in the 80s and her signature look is just as fun and popular today as it was 30 years ago, with embellished skulls, ruffles and bright colors. To celebrate her anniversary and because of popular demand (the best reason, right?) this fall will see the release of the Betsey Johnson Vintage Collection.



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Why aren't you wearing this? Betsey Johnson Leopard Ring

Filed under: Accessories, Daily Obsession, Must Haves


We're starting to gear up for the back to school fashions (and the inevitable dress code restrictions), and one of the things we always like to add to a conservative is a really unique, offbeat piece of jewelry. We think this qualifies.

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Why aren't you wearing this? Betsey Johnson Leopard Readers

Filed under: Accessories, Must Haves


So your eyes need a little help, huh? Don't be miffed that you need glasses -- celebrate! This gives you a whole extra accessory to wear! Especially if you just need reading glasses and don't have to wear a specific prescription -- reading glasses are not terribly expensive, and you can find some amazing frames to show off your personal style.

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How You Voted

    Threesome or topless?
    More than 3/4 of you think the CK campaign 'Threesome' campaign was more risque than Wrangler's topless models. Get the full story here.

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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?
    While 30% of you think she's so beautiful that her hair doesn't even matter, 49% of you prefer her curls. Get the full story here.

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    Offensive or artistic?
    Just over 50% of StyleList readers said they weren't offended by this shirt, but didn't know if it was totally appropriate to wear in public. Unfortunately, that wasn't the opinion in Dubai. Get the full story here.

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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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    Is Megan the new Angelina?
    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.

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

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    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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