Video: On Set at Victoria's Secret VS Undies Photo Shoot

Yay Who doesn't love sexy classy women! :) Here's a vid just for fun...

Star Maternity Style Secrets

I am expecting so I love to see other hot soon to be mamas keep up with their style.. because I sure do! Who wants to be pregos and feeling bla! I think there is no excuse and keeping yourself together makes you feel better all around... anyway here is some secrets I go by... It's my first baby so I am learning as I go but this is what works for me thus far:

1: Shop Your Closet-
Raid your existing wardrobe for pieces that can fit your new shape. "Any open cardigans, long stretchy tunics and tees will continue to work for you," says Lori Soloman, owner of Veronique Maternity. Tent and empire-waist dresses are a natural transition piece, like the Black Halo number rocked by Nicole Richie.

2: Don't Forget to Be Sexy-
Just because you're pregnant doesn't mean you need to cover up. "If you never had cleavage before, show it off with a sweetheart or deep-V neckline," says Soloman. Or play up a pair of fabulous legs, a la Heidi Klum, with a maternity minidress.

3: Don't Give Up On Belts-
Give shape to roomy pieces with a simple cinch. Jessica Alba transformed a voluminous Lanvin dress by adding a vintage belt above her tummy. "A belt below the belly also works well with fun tunics and long tees," says Soloman. Just don't go too tight!

4: Keep Your Edge-
Hip mamas don't need to ditch their style while expecting—Jennifer Lopez rocked simple print minidresses with outrageous footwear (over-the-knee boots, anyone?) well into her third trimester. Add flat boots to a tent dress for a more comfortable take on Lopez's outfit or look for the maternity equivalent to your own signature pieces. "Super-skinny jeans, layered tees and a blazer contribute to an edgier look," says Soloman.

5: Balance Your Belly With Statement Jewelry-
"Accessorize, accessorize, accessorize," says Soloman. "Jewelry always draws attention away from the bump and onto the neck and face." During her third pregnancy, Cate Blanchett attended the Oscars in a Dries Van Noten dress with a dramatic beaded neckline.

6: Find the Perfect Pair of Jeans-
Jennifer Garner paired James jeans with a flowing top for an easy silhouette. When choosing maternity denim, says Soloman, "Comfort is key, make sure you have enough hip space." Although the elastic panel at the waist will grow with you, it's best to wait until your second trimester before investing in a pair. Says Soloman: "Denim is one item that is difficult to buy early and keep through your whole term because it has less stretch then most other fabrics."

xoxox
-Ara

Jessica Simpson Is Ready to Learn The Price of Beauty

Jessica Simpson kept Daisy in her bag on the way out of lunch at Dos Caminos in NYC yesterday. She smiled for the cameras as she stepped out in bright blue with her doggie on one arm and purse on the other. This week we learned that Jessica's reality show, The Price of Beauty, is a go, so she'll be making her return to the small screen. Jessica has dabbled in just about everything as a performer, but we'll see if hosting this sort of show is where she finds her niche since, after all, she is expert at experiencing the critical side of fame.

Michael Jackson: Style Icon

Michael Jackson was more than the greatest musical legend of any recent generation; he was a fashion icon. He became known by one single accessory: the glove. And back in the day, that infamous red jacket was worn by many an older brother during their break-dancing phases. (And, if memories serve us, by Theodore Huxtable on The Cosby Show.) In later years, the military jackets and face masks would become his staples. Recently, Jackson became noted by the fashionable powers that be for his love of Balmain; the embellished jackets and grand price tags were just up his alley. He also signed on to do a fashion line with Christian Audigier, something that never came to fruition. So, as we mourn the loss of the King of Pop.

Remembering That Hair

Sure, Farrah Fawcett was the stuff teenage boys' dreams were made of. But for many girls, she embodied what we wanted most: perfect hair (not to mention being an Angel). Her feathered tresses launched a million blow-dryers, ushering in the era of the Farrah. The style was so iconic that many of us can't recall the late seventies without her trademark do. And though we've seen some celebrity styles become popular (the Rachel), none have had quite the impact as Ms. Fawcett's.

Ed Westwick Models Fall Fashion For GQ Mag

Playing bad boy Chuck Bass on Gossip Girl has turned the British actor into more than just another prime time heartthrob. Like his female co-stars, Ed Westwick has also been garnering the attention of the fashion industry. From his purple suits and ascots on-screen to his downtown cool street style, Ed has landed a campaign for K-Swiss and turned up for the ultimate fashion parties including the Met Costume Institute Gala. Now the sexy Brit is sitting pretty for GQ’s annual fall fashion spread. Gentlemen, take note, this is how to dress for the colder months. Check out Ed’s photo spread at GQ.com.

Nicole Richie Extending Brand to Include Shoes and Clothing

Nicole Richie has really made a name for herself in the fashion world with her jewelry collection. Richie launched her line, House of Harlow 1960 jewelry collection and it has become so popular that the stores carrying it have been selling out. 
It has become so popular that Nicole has decided to extend her line to offer clothing and shoes. She will begin work for her second House of Harlow 1960 collection and this season she will have more material. 
Even though her items have been so popular, she plans on switching it up next season. She says the new collection is “going to be a totally different line.” 

Nicole says the next one “is focusing more on old English, equestrian and more sophisticated looks.” As for her shoe and clothing collection, Nicole says, “I’ve been working really hard on designing and picking the right fabrics for my Spring 2010 line.” 
Stay tuned, we have a feeling this is just the beginning of Nicole Richie, the designer! 

Confirmed: Gisele Bundchen Is Pregnant

Yay! More Pregos! I love it :)

Congrats to Gisele and Tom, who are expecting their first child together. 
Gisele is "ecstatic" about the news. "Gisele will be an excellent mother," a source tells People. "She's always wanted kids." 

Gisele has been talking a storm about babies all year, so it's no secret that she's been wanting to get pregnant. Earlier this year she made headlines when she claimed Tom's son John Edward Thomas was her own. 
She told Vanity Fair, "I understand that he has a mom, and I respect that, but to me it's not like because somebody else delivered him, that's not my child. I feel it is, 100 percent." 

Maybe they were waiting until she was done with her first trimester before going public with the news? Whatever the case is, the cat is out of the bag now. Congrats to the couple! Do you think Gisele will make a good mother? 

Fallen Princesses

These works place some of every girls and  boys Fairy Tale characters in modern day scenarios. In all of the images the Princess is placed in an environment that articulates her conflict. The ‘…happily ever after’ is replaced with a realistic outcome and addresses current issues. Let’s get real, this is great art. 

"The project was inspired by my observation of three-year-old girls, who were developing an interest in Disney’s Fairy tales. As a new mother I have been able to get a close up look at the phenomenon of young girls fascinated with Princesses and their desire to dress up like them. The Disney versions almost always have sad beginning, with an overbearing female villain, and the end is predictably a happy one. The Prince usually saves the day and makes the victimized young beauty into a Princess."-By Dina Goldstein

Jimmy Choo for H&M

H&M just announced that it will be launching a new line of women and mens shoes and handbags with none other than Tamara Mellon, the founder of Jimmy Choo. I’m totally down for designer looking shoes and bags at affordable prices. High fashion on a budget sounds good to me.